
TR Fastenings to host annual Uckfield Kit Car Mini Grand Prix
The Cars
Also similarly to Formula 1, style is ‘almost’ as important as performance and the students have the ability to showcase their artistic talent by painting the cars any way they please. The students choose a theme around which the car is decorated and there is an additional prize for the best themed team.
The Race
All cars will be fitted with on-board sensors for recording lap-times and are connected via a live feed to the event website to showcase race results.
With over 1000 spectators expected, it is a fun family occasion that showcases the pupils’ engineering prowess and racing skills. There will also be a food area on site serving hot food, drinks and ice cream.
Geoff Budd, Director at TR Fastenings, comments: “The Uckfield Mini Grand Prix is a fantastic local event and one which we really enjoy hosting each year. The young people who take part are all potential engineers of the future and we love being able to play a part in helping them to hone their skills. Good luck to all teams!”
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TR Fastenings to host annual Uckfield Kit Car Grand Prix
The race, which was first held at TR in 2003, will race 200 students from years 5-6 against each other in 24 teams. This is the only race in the UK to feature kit cars being driven side by side by children in a grand prix style competition. Just like in professional Formula 1 racing, the Kit Car teams will consist of drivers, pit crews, mechanics and supporters.
The Cars
Also similarly to Formula 1, style is ‘almost’ as important as performance and the students have the ability to showcase their artistic talent by painting the cars any way they please. The students choose a theme around which the car is decorated and there is an additional prize for the best themed team.
The Race
A new technological addition for 2018 is that all cars are now fitted with on-board sensors for recording lap-times and are connected via a live feed to the event website to showcase race results.
With over 1000 spectators expected, it is a fun family occasion that showcases the pupils’ engineering prowess and racing skills. There will also be a food area on site serving hot food, drinks and ice cream.
Geoff Budd, Director at TR Fastenings, comments: “The Uckfield Mini Grand Prix is a fabulous tradition and one which we are so thrilled to support each year. The young engineers and racers who take part are the future of the technology industry and we at TR Fastenings are proud to be helping to showcase and nurture their skills. Good luck to all teams!”
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