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Tuesday 23th December 2008
Christmas Message from Craig and Trent
Craig Lowndes and Trent Trent Aquilina wish all the fans at TeamVodafone and TeamVodafone1-5th all the best for Christmas and New Year. See YouTube Clip.
Tuesday 23th December 2008
Thankyou to All our Supporters and Patrners for a great 2008
TeamVodafone1-5th would like to thank all our supporters and partners for a great 2008, you have been an integeral part of the team. We have had a full and exciting year with our racing plus the introduction of our new FG Evo 08' Race Chassis and the new FG Race Trucks.
We look forward to having you all on board again for an even more exciting 2009. Also in the new year we will show off our new livery plus announce our new additional partners who will be coming on board for 2009. Merry Christmas and Safe Travels for the Festive Season. Partners:
Monday 8th December 2008
Third Vmag for the Grand Finale at Oran Park - One win too late for Tander
Garth Tander won the final round of the 2008 V8 Supercar Championship Series at Oran Park yesterday, but it made no difference to the outcome of the Series. He remained in third spot and Jamie Whincup took away his crown.
Tander dominated Sunday with a first and second place, Rick Kelly fronting up for his second race win of the season and his first official podium after a very tough year. Craig Lowndes claimed second for the round after TeamVodafone missed the window with his set-up in the morning race and a series of slow starts for the weekend put him behind the eight ball. Click on the Vmag Icon. Vmag is bought to you by Publishing 101 - TOSHIBA - Vodafone
Saturday 6th December 2008
Second Vmag for the Grand Finale at Oran Park - Whincup takes the crown
Jamie Whincup sealed his first V8 Supercar Championship yesterday with another dominant win. Whincup took the lead off the start and fought hard with pole winner Garth Tander early, but was gifted an easy lead when Tander was penalised for a false start.
Following Whincup home was again teammate Craig Lowndes, with Russell Ingall a solid third. Mark Skaife's chances of a dream final round disappeared during his CPS when he was hit by Mark Winterbottom, the crash broke the steering on the HRT car and he eventually retired from the race. Click on the Vmag Icon. Vmag is bought to you by Publishing 101 - TOSHIBA - Vodafone
Saturday 6th December 2008
Congratulations to Jamie Whincup and TeamVodafone
All of us at TeamVodafone1-5th would like to congratulate Jamie Whipcup and our fellow team mates at TeamVodafone for taking out the 2008 V8 Supercar Championship at Oran Park's Grand Finale. It has been a super effort by the entire team this year and we are very proud to be part of it. The year has seen TeamVodafone take out several round wins the Bathurst 3 peat and now the V8 Supercar Championship also the Team and Pole Championship for 2008. Well done guys.
Friday 5th December 2008
First Vmag for the Grand Finale at Oran Park - Whincup vows to go hard
Needing only sixth place this afternoon to claim his first V8 Supercar Championship, TeamVodafone's Jamie Whincup topped the times yesterday and then vowed to run as hard as he could to the chequered flag tomorrow. Wingman Craig Lowndes was third fastest in the troubled practice sessions, with Supercheap Auto's Russell Ingall splitting the TeamVodafone duo. To read more Click on the Vmag Icon. Vmag is bought to you by Publishing 101 - TOSHIBA - Vodafone
Wednesday 26th November 2008
TeamVodafone Open Day at the New Banyo Facility
We would like to remind you of the Open Day at TeamVodafone's new facility at Banyo on December 13, 2008 from around 10am thru till 3pm, at Depot St Banyo. All the fans are welcome to come along meet the team including Craig and Jamie plus help celebrate TeamVodafone's Bathurst 3peat achievement. The event will also include the official opening of the building, merchandise runout sale, pit stop challenges and open house tours. We would love to see you there.
Wednesday 26th November 2008
Result Update for Final Race at England Park Raceway (Brendale)
We would like to update the results for last weekends race at England Park Raceway (Brendale) as the results we had been given were not in the correct order.
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Andrew Herranz
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Trent Aquilina
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Gunther Schoch
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Jason
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Lewis Hoskins
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Harry Herranz
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Scott Batty
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Michael Brady
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Rob Newman
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Leon Frainey
We do apologise for the incorrect results and hope this has not caused much inconvenience.
Monday 24nd November 2008
TeamVodafone1-5th finishes 2nd for the day at Brendale
With the final race of the year run at England Park Raceway (Brendale) it proved an interesting day for the team as the track conditions were changing constantly, plus with a new car that the team was still learning about we had our work cut out for us.
Through the day we had a few challenges presented to us with the car not getting the drive out of the corners like we would have prefered, but with each run we made some adjustments and the car improved. As the car is still very new for us, we are still very happy with its progress and believe we will see much improved results for Car 888 next year.
Trent started the final with the TeamVodafone1-5th FG in tenth place on the grid but soon moved to 5th after a few cars came together at BP corner. Taking advantage of this Trent pressed on to eventually move up to 2nd place with 2 minutes to go in the 1/2hr final. Andrew Herranz in the second of FJ Tiling cars drove a fantastic race taking the eventual win and lead from his father Harry about half way through the race, Harry's FJ Tiling racer lost a wheel while on the back straight. Harry eventually returned to the track after about 8 minutes in the pits, fitting a new wheel to the FJ Tiling racer, Harry finished 6th. Gunther Schoch drove an uneventful race, finishing 3rd for the day.
Monday 24nd November 2008
Latest Vmag - Whincup's blitz continues in Tasmania
Jamie Whincup has placed one hand firmly on the 2008 V8 Supercar Championship with another dominant display and his fourth round win on the trot. Whincup now needs only 67 points in the final round to defeat second placed Mark Winterbottom after Garth Tander fell out of the running. To read more Click on the Vmag Icon. Vmag is bought to you by Publishing 101 - TOSHIBA - Vodafone
Sunday 23nd November 2008
Latest Vmag - Black Day: Todd Kelly back on the winner's list
In todays Issue of Vmag - Todd Kelly has scored his first win for Jack Daniel's Racing after a trying first and only year with the Larry Perkins led team.Kelly won the race from Jamie Whincup and Mark Winterbottom after a tough run on a greasy track. To read more Click on the Vmag Icon. Vmag is bought to you by Publishing 101 - TOSHIBA - Vodafone
Saturday 22nd November 2008 Latest Vmag - Winterbottom takes aim at the long shot Fresh from Symmons Plains the 1st Edition of Vmag for Round 13 of the V8 Supercar Championship. Mark Winterbottom has started the penultimate racing weekend in perfect fashion, topping the times after tough changing conditions. Championship leader Jamie Whincup finished in sixth spot after sitting outside the top 10 for most of the three part session while Championship outsiders Craig Lowndes and Garth Tander were second and third. To read more Click on the Vmag Icon. Vmag is bought to you by Publishing 101 - TOSHIBA - Vodafone
Tuesday 11th November 2008 New Picture Gallery for Website In our best efforts to give you a better experience viewing our TeamVodafone1-5th picture gallery we have made some changes. As most picture groups are on one central page now, you can now select which group of pictures you would like to view by selecting the picture icon for that group. We also will be bringing you some new video very soon of the TeamVodafone1-5th FG Race Car and TeamVodafone1-5th FG Race Trucks. Over the next few weeks we intend to make more changes to the website to give you a better experience of TeamVodafone1-5th and 1-5th Scale Racing.
Tuesday 11th November 2008
Latest Vmag - Win Cup's Runneth Over
Hot off the press, the latest edition of Vmag from the Desert 400 - Jamie Whincup may not have tasted champagne in Bahrain, but his cup was overflowing with sparking rose water. The young TeamVodafone pilot laid down another impressive clean sweep win to place an indelible mark on this year's Championship. With Mark Winterbottom scoring a slap on the wrist and a pitlane penalty for turning Garth Tander, and Tander himself being miles off the pace, Whincup blew his Championship lead out to a massive 187 points with six races and 600 points up for grabs. To read more Click on the Vmag Icon. Vmag is bought to you by Publishing 101 - TOSHIBA - Vodafone
Saturday 8th November 2008
Latest Vmag - Championship Body Blow - Whincup takes charge of round and tiltle
This is the latest edition of Vmag from the Desert 400 - TeamVodafone's Jamie Whincup scored his fifth pole of the 2008 season and then nailed the first race of the Desert 400 in Bahrain to deliver a body blow to his Championship rivals. Both Mark Winterbottom and Garth Tander had a rough day and scored few points. TeamVodafone's Craig Lowndes was second and Lee Holdsworth jumped from 14th on the grid during a muck up with the Safety Car to claim third in one of the most action packed races of the year. To read more Click on the Vmag Icon. Vmag is bought to you by Publishing 101 - TOSHIBA - Vodafone
Friday 7th November 2008
Latest Edition of Vmag - Red Hot - Lowndes quickest on opening day of Desert 400
From today we will bring you the latest edition of Vmag to keep you in touch with what is happening in the V8 Supercar scene. Vmag is produced on each day of every V8 race weekend. All you need to do is click on the link and enjoy the read. In this issue read about: Red Hot - Lowndes quickest on opening day of Desert 400. Vmag is bought to you by Publishing 101 - TOSHIBA - Vodafone
Tuesday 4th November 2008
TeamVodafone1-5th would like to say thankyou
We at TeamVodafone1-5th would like to say thankyou to all the people behind the scenes assisting the team in our transition to the new FG EVO 08' race car and FG 'Sportsline' Race Truck. Some of the people we would like to mention are: Colin Grenenger (FG Australia - Chequered Flag Racing), George Paradiso (Complete Horsepower - Race Engines), Russell Grenenger (FG Australia - Chequered Flag Racing), Simon Hyslop (truck owner) and Chris Payne (Complete Horsepower - Race Engines).
The entire team are looking forward to a bright racing future with FG and the team at FG Australia and Complete Horsepower. Thank you for making us at TeamVodafone1-5th welcome as part of the FG Australia Group.
Tuesday 4th November 2008
Small Delay in new photos from National Championships being added
Due to a small issue with our server, we unfortunately have to delay adding extra photos and video from the 2008 National Championships. We should have these up in the next few days and we are most sure you will like some of the video footage as well. We apologise for small delay guys.
Tuesday 4th November 2008
Come See TeamVodafone1-5th at TeamVodafone's New Banyo Facility
Come see TeamVodafone1-5th at TeamVodafone's new Banyo facility. TeamVodafone is having an Open Day on Saturday the 13th of December from approximately 10am to 3pm. (If times change, we will update this as soon as we know)
The fans are welcome to come along and help celebrate TeamVodafone's Bathurst 3peat achievement. The event will include the official opening of the building, merchandise runout sale, pit stop challenges and open house tours. We would love to see you there.
Sunday 2nd November 2008
DAY FOUR - AUSTRALIAN CHAMPIONSHIPS - ADELAIDE
Today was the final day for the National Championships in South Australia. First off the list was the B Final then saw the A Final start after that, with the TeamVoadafone1-5th FG racing. Unfortunately, we could not capitalize on the performances that we had in the heats. The TeamVodafone1-5th FG succumbed to a drive problem and had to retire at about the 10 minute mark. Good news though for the FG Team, as Chris from South Australia took out a very well driven 2nd place in the Final. So, congratulations to the FG brand and Chris for this performance. Congratulation to Jeff Hamon from Trackside RC driving a great race to take out the 2008 1-5th Scale Australian Championship.
So, it's back to the drawing board for the TeamVodafone1-5th for the next event. The car is doing very well with a strong motor and great chassis, but just few little issues and a small learning curve for a car that is 3 weeks since new. Once nutted out, I'm sure the well presented car will be even better.
This year sees Trent accepting the nomination for Large Scale Secretary for 2009. So, well done on the appointment Trent.
Well, this concludes my blog for this event. There were many great moments and much viewing down at SA. It was really great to see the Trucks running. The wonderful thing about them is that all competitors are on an even playing field. The only difference is how you set up the truck and also, how you drive it. Unlike the Cars, this class is a relatively cheap. So for those of you who are thinking about getting into the sport, this might be the way to go. South Australia already runs these events 2 a month. Being a relative new addition to the sport, hopefully Queensland will soon take the lead from South Australia.
If you are ever down the track and see the TeamVodafone1-5th FG Car or Trucks, make sure you come into the pits and say G'day. We are more than happy to have a chat!
Bye for now
Tina
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SOME MORE PICTURES WILL BE ADDED ON THE 3RD OF NOVEMBER
Saturday 1st November 2008
DAY THREE - NATIONAL TITLES - ADELAIDE
The day started pretty similar to yesterday, but what a difference a day can make. The TeamVodafone1-5th FG Truck took out the prestigious "Concourse" in the truck category (long nose), with the cab overcoming a close second. A lot of hard work goes into what I call the decorations, so great effort Trent.
The Trucks had their final today (20 minutes). With Trent placed 2nd on the grid and Eden starting in 8th. The trucks started with a bang, with a little bit of biff and barge. Trent took a corner a little too hard and rolled the TeamVodafone1-5th FG truck after the minute mark, at the time of the roll over Trent was in second place closely following Colin Grenenger who was in first place. But thanks to the Marshalls, was soon on his way again in 3rd place. He soon took back 2nd and was slowly catching 1st. With 5 minutes to go, he caught Colin and with a little bit of a mistake, took 1st place. Eden doing a wonderful job made his way to 4th and with every lap was etching closer to 3rd. As the laps counted on and the 2nd place truck had a collision with a back runner, made the gap for Trent to come home and take out the 1st Truck National Title with a very superb effort Eden (a new comer to 1/5 scale) to come 4th. Cheers and congratulations to the guys and TeamVodafone1-5th FG Trucks. A wonderful effort for this very new venture for the crew.
Day 2 for the 1-5th TeamVodafone1-5th FG car, saw Trent drive his way to the A Semi-final. A high place tomorrow in this race, will see the TeamVodafone1-5th FG car start in the 1/2 hour main final.
Bye for now
Tina
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Friday 31st October 2008
DAY TWO - NATIONAL TITLES - ADELAIDE
Today we woke to a cloudy day with not so nice looking clouds. With rain on the cards and a breeze that was, well a bit of a gail, it was COLD!! 17 degrees to be precise. With the Concourse judged and won (but we don't find out till Sunday), today was the start of the heats. With four heats for the cars and 1 truck round, there was plenty for people to see. The first heat saw Trent looking very nice with the TeamVodafone1-5ht FG car blazing around the track with a best time of 28 laps in 10.02. Then out came the trucks for a bit of a play. This was the first time Trent had the truck out. With a few little slides and spins, he settled in. Eden (still beaming) was going around the track nicely. Second heat saw another car make contact with the TeamVodafone1-5th FG car, early in the run, causing Trent to lose valuable time. So the decision was to bring the car in to make some changes for the next run. After Heat 4, out came the trucks again. But this time both TeamVodafone1-5th FG Trucks came back with a bit of body damage and for a few minor repairs.
But with that being said, things are looking good. Hopefully the rain will go away and things will start to heat up, both on and off the track!
Bye for now
Tina
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Thursday 30th October 2008
DAY ONE - NATIONAL TITLES - ADELAIDE
Well, after a bit of a hold up on the getting to Adelaide, we finally made it! Let's just say leaving something in my possession, might not be such a good idea next time! We finally arrived at the track at about 3pm on Thursday. A quick engine change with a new Complete Horsepower Power Plant on the TeamVodafone1-5th FG car and the boys hit the track to perform the engine run in. With all things, a bit of trial and error, but the TeamVodafone1-5th FG car is coming along very well. Trent is very impressed at the progress made. And looking at the TeamVodafone FG going around. It's looking very smooth and sounding very sweet.
Yesterday also gave us a look at Eden's driving the Big Rig. It looked liked if you were in his way on the track, you wouldn't be there for too much longer. Eden was driving like there was no tomorrow. Not too bad for his first time competing in this scale. He had the truck on 2 wheels a few times as well, maybe he thought he was still driving 1-5th scale bikes.
Bye for now
Tina
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Friday 24 October 2008
TeamVodafone1-5th - Team Update
There has been much happening at TeamVodafone1-5th since the Queensland Championships, some good some sad.
Firstly we do apologise for the delay with updating the website as the team has been extremely busy with the changes happening within the team.
Let me start with the sad. It is with much regret that we announce that Jason, driver of car 88 has decided to leave the team to pursue a drive with a new team. Jason was an integral part of our team and we all wish him well in his new pursuit. He will be missed.
However as with everything along with the bad comes some good. The team is very happy to announce that we are making a shift from our RS5 06' 'C' chassis to the new FG EVO 08' chassis. At the same time our great friends at Complete Horsepower will be building and supplying our race engines. This will be very exciting time for the team as we look forward to working with the great people at FG Australia and Complete Horsepower in developing the car. Making the change now will allow the team to move forward toward the World Championships in South Africa next year.
In the mean time the team is busy getting the new car sorted for it first big outing in Adelaide with Trent and Eddy burning the midnight oil to ensure that this is one of the cars at the pointy end of the field. To date the boys seem very happy with the new FG Chassis and can't wait to see it in competition. Mal's previous experience with FG when he was head mechanic for Michael Stavropoulos will no doubt help us hit the road running.
In other news as part of our never ending search to keep this sport interesting we have also decided to introduce some new vehicles to our stable and will be building two FG racing trucks based on the FG Sportsline range. The class that the trucks will be raced in controlled to keep costs low and the fun and excitement to a maximum. When the team was in Adelaide earlier this year Trent was given an opportunity to drive one of the FG race trucks owned by George Paradiso from (Complete Horsepower) and after his brief drive he was quite excited to get into this category. Both of these trucks will debut in Adelaide as well. The second truck will be driven by Eden "Eddy" Watson. This is a new venture for Eddy as his background in RC motorsport is with 4 wheel drive 1/10th scale cars and 1/5th scale motorbikes. Since the arrival of both trucks Eddy has been hard at it behind the controller putting in laps adapting to the 1/5th scale 2 wheel rear drive FG race truck. In 2009 TeamVodafone1-5th will bring onboard a new sponsorship partner for both race trucks. We are in the process of finalising these arrangements and will make the announcement regarding our new sponsor in the near future. All of us at TeamVodafone1-5th would like to thank Mr Simon Hyslop for putting this deal together for the team. It is hoped that other clubs around Australia will follow the Adelaide clubs lead and introduce this class and make it a truly National Category.
A final piece of good news, TeamVodafone1-5th is very pleased to announce a new sponsorship partner in AUTOFOCUS who represent brands like Oakey's Racing Division, Leatt Brace helmets and Chicane Racewear we look forward to showing off their products at a track near you soon.
As a sneak preview we have added some new pictures of our FG race car and FG race trucks to our Gallery Pages - New FG Chassis - Qld Championships - FG Race Trucks.
Stay tuned for more updates during the Adelaide event
(October 30th thru November 2nd 2008) - Courtesy of Vodafone Mobile Broadband
Well that is it for the moment, we hope to see many of our good friends in Adelaide.