As autumn turns to a cold winter there are two events you shouldn't miss. The four-day SEMA Show in Las Vegas, NV kicks off this month bringing together the latest products and show cars across the world. You have to be involved in the industry in order to attend, or you entered our sweepstakes to win tickets. Stay tuned for our full report in a future issue.
Another big event is the Super Lap Battle Finals at Buttonwillow Raceway. Over 100 tuner cars will aim to set the fastest lap time, including many specialist Euro competitors.
We're also beginning to compile our '09 events calendar. If you have an event to promote, email us at eurotuner@sourceinterlink.com
Remember it takes about three months for your listing to appear in the mag, so plan ahead, although the online list is updated weekly.
We'd also like to hear from any new clubs out there. So send your details to the same email address above.
For an up-to-date list of events and clubs, visit www.eurotuner.com
| 2008-2009 Event Calendar |
| event | date | location | web |
| Fixxfest | Oct 18 | Bradenton, FL | www.fixxfest.info |
| European Car Fest | Oct 26 | Ponce, Puerto Rico | www.eurocrewpr.com |
| SEMA Show | Nov 4-8 | Las Vegas, NV | www.semashow.com |
| LA Auto Show | Nov 21-30 | Los Angeles, CA | www.laautoshow.com |
| Super Lap Battle Finals | Nov 12 | Buttonwillow, CA | www.eurotuner.com |
| Essen Motor Show | Nov 29-Dec 7 | Essen, Germany | www.essen-motorshow.de |
| Dub’Cember | Dec 7 | Denver, CO | www.metrodubs.com |
| WinterJam | Feb 19-22 | Daytona Beach, FL | www.daytonawinterjam.com |
| Southern Wörthersee | May 16-17 | Helena, GA | www.southernworthersee.com |
| Funfest | June 6-7 | Effingham, IL | www.mamotorworks.com |
| Eurowerks | June 27 | Minneapolis, MN | www.eurowerks.com |
Winter Jam
Daytona Beach, FL
www.daytonawinterjam.com
February 19-22, 2009
February is cold, wet or icy for the majority of the United States, but in Florida it's time to party! The winter season brings 85 weather to Daytona Beach and the third annual WinterJam. The event's been called the "Volkswagen equivalent of Daytona Bike Week" and promises to be a fun-filled weekend. Activities include a dyno and burnout competition, rally, cruise, car show, bikini contest and more.
Super Lap Battle Finals
Buttonwillow Raceway Park, Buttonwillow, CA
www.superlapbattle.com
November 12
If motorsport is your game, you won't want to miss this year's Super Lap Battle held at Buttonwillow Raceway Park. It seems every year a track record is broken. Last year, HKS brought its Mitsubishi Evo from Japan to dominate the field. The year before, Euros ruled thanks to GMG Racing's Porsche 911. Expect an array of Euros this year.
FixxFest
Bradenton Motorsports Park, Bradenton, FL
www.fixxfest.info
October 18
For the fifth straight year, Euro enthusiasts from Florida will be gathering at FixxFest. Held at Bradenton Motorsports Park near the Gulf Coast, organizers expect more than 1200 cars to show or race. Last year, nearly 1000 cars displayed, while 176 competed on the drag strip, including several 11- and 12sec VWs. Speed-crazed drivers can race all day for only $10! Proceeds from the event will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Southern Wrthersee
Helen, GA
www.southernworthersee.com
May 16-17, 2009
Influenced by the world-famous Wrthersee Tour in Reifnitz, Austria, Southern Wrthersee returns to Helen, GA in '09. The Bavarian-themed town of Helen is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains on the Chattahoochee River, giving VW and Audi fans a beautiful setting to gather and party for the weekend. Alabama car club H2O Tuning organizes the event and plans a car show, after party and a 40-mile drive into the mountains. Best of all, it's free!