IHRA Australia would like to announce
the implementation of a new Performance
Sportsman Record Review Committee.
This committee will cover all areas of
the IHRA Australia Performance and
Sportsman categories.
This committee will consist of the
following members:
Tony Polito
Ron Newton
Shayne Homes
IHRA Australia looks
forward to working with this Record Review
Committee in
achieving the best possible outcome for the
sport.
HRA Australia is pleased
to announce the implementation of a new review
panel being commissioned by IHRA Australia and
Pro Slammer, this new initiative has seen the
appointment of a dedicated group of individuals
covering all areas of the Drag Racing Industry.
Maurice Allen IHRA
Australia CEO seesthis review panel as a great step forward
for Pro Slammer thatwill see the Panel meet three times per
year to discuss and implement policiesoverseeingareas such as protective clothing,
minimum race car specifications (including SFI),
areas of safety equipment, Which will all help
to ultimately deliver a standard spec vehicle
for Australian ¼ Mile Pro Slammer racing for
both current andnew cars entering Pro Slammer.
The Panel will consist
of the following members:
Craig Burns
Mark Hinchelwood
Steven Ham
Ron Newton
Victor Bray
IHRA Australia looks
forward to working with this review panel in
achieving the best possible outcome for the
sport.
Due to the team failing to fulfil a
request to supply technical data, the
decision by IHRA Australia has been made
to withdraw race car no: 125 from the
final results.
The event results will stand
with no winner declared.
Effective
Immediately VP Racing Fuels PSX+ Re
Homologation
IHRA -
27/12/2018
IHRA Australia would like to inform racers that
VP Race Fuels has been working to resolve
previous issues with the specific gravity of its
race fuel (PSX +) and has now re homologated the
fuel to ensure a consistent outcome for all
parties. This fuel is available to use at the
next event and onwards. Should you have any
queries regarding your fuel do not hesitate to
contact VP Race fuels in Sydney on (02) 9723
4233
Attention Racers Reciprocal Event
Licences are available for all Professional and
Sportsman racers with an alternative sanctioning
body, who wish to compete in a IHRA Australia
Sanctioned Event. You can DOWNLOAD and
complete this document and send to
admin@ihraaustralia.com.au
RACE NUMBERS TRANSITION PERIOD TO END
30th JUNE 2018
IHRA - 24/04/2018
IHRA Australia have been issuing
licences in Australia for the last 3
years, and have reserved race numbers up
to 6000 to accommodate racers
transitioning to IHRA Australia and
having their current race number
reserved.
As of 1st July 2018 this transition
period will cease. All race numbers left
vacant will be available for re-issue.
Head office will do its best to full
fill all requests where possible. Please Note:A fee
for two,three and four digit numbers will
apply.
IHRA Australia Appoint Technical
Inspector in South Australia
IHRA - 17/04/2018
IHRA Australia are please to advise all
South Australian racers that we have
appointed experience Technical Inspector
Michael De Rose.
With the remaining two major 400 Thunder
Events it helps SA racers prepare for
these two upcoming events.
Michael's details have been updated on
this website.
IHRA Introduces Melanie Wyatt to the
role of Office Administration
IHRA - 12/04/2018
IHRA Australia would like to introduce
Melanie Wyatt to the Role of Office
Administration. Melanie has a previous
background in the Hot Rod Industry and
has also been involved in Dirt Drag
racing as well. Melanie also enjoys
spending time with her horses on the
weekend, a little bit more subtle Horse
Power Somewhat explains Melanie. Who has
also attended may previous Drag Racing
events over the years. We look forward
to Melanie taking on this role and no
doubt all of the racers will come to
know her as the voice over the phone at
Head Office.
Please forward all Licencing documents
and all General enquires to Melanie at
the IHRA Australia Head Office by either
Email
admin@ihraaustralia.com.au or Phone:
03 9736 9578
Tragic news out
of Mackay Queensland with the news that
George and Frank Vella have passed away
in a workplace incident. George was a
terrific person who competed in Pro
Stock Motorcycle and was only competing
a few weeks ago at Willowbank Raceway.
The Drag racing community would like to
extend its sincere condolences to
George's family friends in these
terrible events.
