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E-newsletter for May 2012
After a ‘failure to launch’ our usual first event in April (see next article), PDC is now able to confirm that the 2012 season is now in final countdown and ready to launch. Our next event is Monday, June 4th - don’t miss it!
Registration will close soon. Don’t be disappointed, sign up at: http://performancedriversclub.org/index.php/events/details/mrp-2012-06-04
Don’t forget about the 50% rebate offered on new member referrals. So introduce a friend, and you both get a 50% rebate.
What Happened to Our April Event?
PDC rents Mission Raceway Park from the Sports Car Club of BC. It is a term of the rental contract that several weeks notice must be given in the event of a cancellation. Unfortunately, far too many members wait until the last minute before registering for an event. That leaves your club in limbo, uncertain whether or not it can offer the event.
Rather than risk losing a significant amount on an event that appeared it would be poorly attended, we had no choice but to cancel the event. We realize this was an inconvenience to members who had rescheduled their work and family In order to attend - all the PDC executives went through the same thing. Some members told us that they had planned to attend but had not got around to registering. Unfortunately, had more members registered early we would not have had to cancel the event.
If we want to continue offering great, low cost track events, we all need to do our part by registering as soon as possible. Otherwise, we will all be disappointed….....
Pictures and Articles are Welcomed
Remember that we welcome your pictures from a PDC track day (or any other motorsport event) to be posted on our website.
Please upload them at: http://performancedriversclub.org/index.php/gallery/
Volunteers are Also Welcomed
We often get asked by members how they can become more involved in the Club events. One of the best ways is to assist the Tech Inspection Team with its morning inspection of cars for the event. Not only will you meet some of the executives and other volunteers and participants but you will get a chance to learn about some of the great cars and their owners that take part in our events.
Contact our Tech Team Captains, Rob & Phil Boznik at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) if you want to assist or drop me a note at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) if you want to work in any other capacity.
Did you Thank a Turn Worker at the Last Event?
Regardless if the weather is wet or dry, hot or cold, turn workers spend long hours at their corner making sure it is safe for us to drive around the track. The next time you are driving your cool down lap, remember to give them a wave, as a small ‘thank you’ for doing their job so we can have fun.
PDC Supports BC Rehab
Many victims of serious motor vehicle accidents benefit from the services offered by BC Rehab, an independent, non-governmental, non-profit society. That is why PDC supports BC Rehab http://www.bcrehab.com.
Treasurer Anthony Mak and President Michael Provenzano present Dr. Price of BC Rehab with a Club donation.
From each participation fee paid by a member for a PDC track event, $5.00 is donated to BC Rehab. It doesn’t sound like much but, over the years, PDC has collected thousands of dollars for BC Rehab. So remember that when you are enjoying your day at the track, you are also helping a organization that is helping British Columbians
Street Racing is Stupid!
PDC encourages every member to spread that message. There is only one place for high speed driving - on the racetrack. So if you know someone who needs a little education about high performance driving, encourage them to join PDC. It will definitely be the biggest favour you can do for them. At the least, it will teach them all about high performance driving. And it could save a life.
Take it to the Track…..
Michael Provenzano
President
Performance Drivers Club
http://www.performancedriversclub.org