Archive for 2002
7 December – Robertson’s Autocross
A recently ploughed paddock greeted crews at the Robertson’s Autocross last Saturday, with the furrows left by the ripping still quite deep, causing concern among competitors and organisers alike. Driving…
Read More23 November – Kaiwara Road Sprint
It was an early morning start for the organisers and crews competing in this favourite North-Canterbury event. A great day in the heart of the Hurunui greeted people arriving at…
Read More9 November – Mt Thomas Sprint
A warm nor’wester day in Christchurch saw competitors and crews head for the very cloudy looking Canterbury foothills in a return to the Mt. Thomas sprint. The event would be…
Read More28-29 September – Hanmer Motorsport Weekend
The 2002 Hot Springs Hotel Autosport Club Hanmer Rally:John Silcock in his Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI reigned supreme at the Autosport Club’s Hot Springs Hotel Hanmer Motorsport weekend, doing the…
Read More8 September – Autosport At Nelson Rally
Sunday the 8th of September dawned wet and misty, and with heavy rain overnight the clay based roads of the Golden Downs Forest promised some interesting conditions. Stage 1 was…
Read More1 September – Sefton Autocross
Sunday the 1st of September was another great day to be out skidding around in cars. Bright sunshine and warm temperatures helped to dry the ground slightly after the dampness…
Read More18 August – Mt Alexander Sprint
The trip from Christchurch under a clear blue sky with snow covered mountains on the horizon made it worth getting out of bed just to travel to the event. Many…
Read More5 May – Rakaia Zigzag Sprint
A cloudy Sunday saw 50 cars line up for the Rakaia Zig Zag sprint. The event went well for most concerned, although Sean Sands’ Escort suffered mechanical trouble and Kevin…
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