The Manhattan Racing Team newly established for 2010 is the joint effort of 2 brothers Tony and Gary Campbell. In 2009 Tony scored a credible 2nd Place in the Championship in the under 3.0L normally aspirated class in his very well prepared Porsche 968 Club Sport.

Manhattan Showers Limited (where Gary Campbell is the Sales and Marketing Director) decided that the “Time Attack” series was a great means of exposure for the company hence the launch of the “Manhattan Racing Team”.

The car line up is now complete with a second Porsche 968 Club Sport, the Brothers have decided to continue with the Porsche 968 albeit disadvantaged on outright power the car offers an excellent starting point to have a car that offers perfect chassis balance, a means of significant weight reduction and an engine that offers reasonable power whilst maintaining reliability.

Technical support and advice will still be provided by Guglielmi Motorsport albeit the Team will be running in the Manhattan livery.

Tony Campbell comments: “2009 was a great year where the car ran faultlessly, for the last round Steve (Guglielmi) offered me his awesome E30 M3 in an effort to pip “Buddy Club Hughes” at the final round which was not to be. For 2010, we have done some more development on the car which should bring us closer to Paul however, with the other competitors upping their game including Mark in the 6R4, 2010 will be an interesting season. It is also great to see the N/A class expand, at the last count it looks like 10 cars are entered which should make for a great year”.

Gary Campbell on his maiden year: “Unlike my brother who raced bikes at a high level, this is my first taste of competitive motorsport, having done track days and Ring trips for many years I have finally taken the plunge. We are still “knee deep” in trying to get my car ready for the season start however, if all goes to plan we should make Oulton. I have set my own personal goal for 2010 which is to be top 5, not having even driven the car yet this may be a bit optimistic. The Manhattan Racing Team was an important decision for us at the factory; the recession is still very much here however we are keen to push our brands to new audiences and whilst Manhattan Investment into the Team is at a very low level it does offer us an exciting new medium to communicate to our potential customers”.

Look out for Manhattan Racing at Oulton Park on the 24th April!

Time Attack again showcased at the most prestigious motorsport show in Europe, the AutoSport Show at the Birmingham NEC in january 2010.

The stand was staffed  over the four days of the show by various members of the Time Attack team (that’s Rob looking very happy indeed in the above pic) and were on hand to answer the many questions from competitors, sponsors, industry and general visitors interested to know more.

The relaxed environment of the stand became a great place to meet and talk Time Attack and everyone that visited left with a feel good factor, infact it ws a shame the show ended as were all having such a great time.

On the stand we showcased the safety/pace car for the 2010 season in the shape of the Middlehurst Motorsport Nissan GTR35 which will be keeping the on-track side of things in order, and yes that it the registraion plate of the vehicle – cool eh.

Michelle Westby (our resident face of Time Attack) was also on the stand for the duration of the show and was kept busy with photographers always asking for a pose as well as spectators looking for that special pic with her.

Also at the show on the AutoGlym stand were the 2009 champions Roger Clark Motorsport. The Gobstopper have fantastic interest due to not only it’s on track presence but it’s phenomenal build quality and it did not look out of place amongst the varied top class motorsport machinery surrounding it.

Also on the DC Clutch stand was Paul Hughes DC5 adorned with the trophies he had won in the 09 Series, note the Cosworth F1 conrods and camshaft which are an absolutely fantastic prize I am sure you agree.

Toyo Tyres did not dissapoint either with their twin models who were also regulars on the Time Attack stand.

And finally the most important person to visit the AutoSport Show 2010 – Jenson Button, who spent time with the fans who flocked to see him every time he came out for an interview on the main stage.

So to summarise the AutoSport Show 2010 gave us the chance again to meet with old and new faces and most of all was a phenomenal success for Time Attack as it is now seen by the industry and motorsport enthusiasts as a credible motorsport and 2010 is shaping up to be a fantastic season. Stay with us for the season and be sure to visit for upto date information on what is going on in the world of Time Attack.

All that’s left to say is: we’ll see you at Oulton Park on 24th April for the season opener.

Glen and the Time Attack  team

Please click the logo below to be taken to the AutoSport Show 2010 website:

Before Round 1 you will have the opportunity to see us in person at the Autosport Show at Birmingham’s NEC in January where we will be exhibiting on our stand as usual. More details about Autosport will be confirmed shortly (stand no etc ).

Olly Clark celebrates winning the 2009 Time Attack series

The fast-paced Snetterton circuit would prove to be the scene of victory for Roger Clark Motorsport as Olly Clark piloted their “Gobstopper” Impreza to a second consecutive Time Attack crown. It’s an unprecedented achievement and afterwards Clark said “it’s been a great season, the car’s been really good throughout. The standard of the cars and drivers has been even better this year, so to still be up there with what’s actually an old car now is amazing! I’m really happy”.

The Roger Clark Motorsport car on it's way to consecutive titles

Phil Glew in the Zen Performance car take the win at Round 6

Starting the day with 100 more points than both Steve Guglielmi and the RSE Motorsport EVO VIII, Clark only needed to outscore them in the qualifying session for the Super Battle to retain the crown. Despite being slower than the space-framed Focus of Andy Gallagher (1:09.865secs) and Phil Glew in the Zen Impreza (1:09.940), Clark’s 1:10.818secs time was faster than Guglielmi’s Lotus by just 0.018secs and almost 5.5secs quicker than Chris Ward in the RSE car. This meant that even if either driver scored maximum points in the Super Battle it still wouldn’t be enough to knock Clark off the top spot, who stretched his points lead to an unassailable 110 points before that last session. Glew actually went on to win Round 5, Guglielmi taking 2^nd place and Gareth Lloyd finishing in 3^rd with Clark all the way back in 10^th spot as he clearly eased off for the last session of the day. But those results meant that Guglielmi and Lloyd also joined Clark on the podium for the season awards, coming 2^nd and 3^rd respectively for the year.

The bright yellow EVO VI of Nicholls on way to Club Pro title

It was a similar story to Clark’s for James Nichols in the Club Pro class, Nicholls starting the day with just Robin Duxbury able to challenge him for the class title. Duxbury didn’t make it to the qualifying session though while Nicholls’ EVO VI put the quickest time in to secure 50 points before the Super Battle. This put him home and dry for the title but he still cemented that in the last session with another quickest lap in class, ahead of Jonathan Faull’s EVO VIII and John Stevenson’s Impreza. Coincidentally it was those last two drivers who also took the season’s runners-up gongs for the 2009 Club Pro class.

Duncan Graham takes another podium on way to 4WD Class crown

Meanwhile in the Club class of Time Attack there were five season titles to be handed out by the end of Round 6: 4WD, RWD, FWD, NA under 3000cc and NA over 3000cc. Duncan Graham was the driver in pole position for the 4WD title at the beginning of the day and once again doing enough in qualification for the Super Battle was the key to his success. Getting maximum points there and Russ Paton only managing the fourth best haul meant nothing that Paton could do in the final session would stop Graham from winning. He gave it a good go though, putting in a 1:14.344secs time to win the event and keep Graham on the second step of the podium for the day, but the result that really mattered was the end of season standings and that switched Graham and Paton’s position. Graham also won the SIDC trophy for the season to complete his haul.

Paul Whiffin pushing hard in the RWD Club Class

It was Steve Linton's Supra that won the RWD crown though

Supras took the spoils in the RWD class, the Whifbitz cars of Steve Linton and Paul Whiffin ending the season in 1^st and 2^nd places respectively. Whiffin got one up on Linton for the day after finishing a step ahead of him on the podium, but even he was bettered by Jamie Reynolds in his Lotus Elise. Had Reynolds competed in all events he would surely have been in the running for top honours, this result being his second consecutive class victory, but as it was he didn’t even end the season in the top three. That honour went to the popular Lance Turner in his RB26 engined GTS-t Skyline, much to the crowd’s delight.

Paul West had stiff competition from the car below for FWD honours

Marco Haig makes a good case for Fiats in the FWD Class

There was a chance that Marco Haig in his Fiat Coupe could have taken the FWD class from the grasp of Paul West though. In fact, every round that Haig entered he bagged maximum points in qualifying and in the final Super Battle. West has consistently been the next car behind him, including at Round 6, but his maximum points from the first round of the season were enough to make sure he was the one picking up the Cosworth-sponsored trophy.

Paul Hughes' BuddyClub Integra was impressive throughout 2009

That competitive pairing in the FWD class was matched by Tony Campbell and Paul Hughes in the NA under 3000cc class. The Buddy Club Integra of Hughes had been phenomenal throughout the year scoring maximum points in all events aside from in the first round when it dropped 100 points by not being able to compete in the Super Battle. Campbell’s consistency in his Porsche (which was replaced by an E30 BMW M3 for Snetterton) had seen him push Hughes throughout the year but Hughes’ win in Round 6 kept Campbell in second place overall. However there was no such contest in the over 3000cc category, Jeff Mileham and his TVR being the stalwart of that class and being the unsurprising title winner.

Club Class 4WD: Graham wins, Paton 2nd and Beech 3rd

Paul West drenched by Haig and Giovinazzo on Club FWD podium

Linton beats Whiffin to RWD title, while Turner finishes in 3rd

Club NA under 3000cc: Hughes 1st, Campbell 2nd, Pollard 3rd

Jeff Mileham wins the NA over 3000cc Club Class with his TVR

Initial count-ups show that 64 drivers have entered 2009’s Time Attack series in the Club Class which is truly incredible. A notable mention went to Kev Duckworth who won the Spirit of Time Attack for his resilience in the face of problems and eagerness to help others. Throughout the year though there have been thrills and spills along with a great array of brilliantly prepared Club Class cars and if the displays at Snetterton were anything to go by, 2010’s Club Class may prove to be even more competitive.

Looks like Club Pro winner Nicholls is about to get soaked by Faull!

Clark wins Pro Class, with Guglielmi 2nd and Lloyd 3rd

The same could be said of the Pro Class and the Club Pro Class too, and you can be sure that there will be teams aiming to stop RCM from making it three titles in a row. But as it stands, the RCM team made it a deserved two in a row and will no doubt to prove tough competition in 2010. A massive thank you to all the teams, drivers, supporters throughout the country who turned up to enjoy Time Attack and to our sponsors who all helped to make 2009’s season the best yet. 2010 will have a lot to live up to, but you can bet the cars will come back next year leaner, faster and more determined to smash that clock than ever.

ROUND FIVE RESULTS

PRO/ CLUB PRO/ OPEN WHEEL/ PROTOTYPE CHALLENGE

1. PRT Andy Gallagher (Ford Focus)…1:10.314

2. PR4 Phil Glew (Subaru Impeza)…1:11.033

3. PRR Steve Guglielmi (Lotus Elise)…1:11.849

4. CP4 Jamie Nicholls (Mitsubishi EVO 6)…1:12.392

5. PR4 Gareth Lloyd (Mitsubishi EVO 6)…1:12.542

6. PR4 Adrian Smith (Toyota Celica)…1:14.930

7. CP4 Jonathan Faull (Mitsubishi EVO 8)…1:15.787

8. CP4 John Stevenson (Subaru Impreza)…1:16.079

9. OW Duncan Cowper (Dax Rush)…1:16.541

10. PR4 Olly Clark (Subaru Impreza)…1:22.251

11. PR4 Chris Ward (Mitsubishi EVO 8)…

CLUB CHALLENGE

1. 4W Russ Paton (Mitsubishi EVO 8)…1:14.344

2. 4W Duncan Graham (Subaru Impreza)…1:14.999

3. 4W Marcus Webster (Nissan Skyline R32 GTR)…1:15.240

4. 4W Simon Deaton (Mitsubishi EVO 8)…1:15.754

5. RW Jamie Reynolds (Lotus Elise)…1:16.151

6. 4W Jonathan Beech (Subaru Impreza)…1:16.490

7. RW Paul Whiffin (Toyota Supra JZA80)…1:17.242

8. 4W Russ Tweed (Mitsubishi EVO 8)…1:17.626

9. 4W Scott Robson (Subaru Impreza)…1:17.712

10. NF Paul Hughes (Honda Integra DC5)…1:17.948

11. 4W Fiona Kindness (Subaru Impreza)…1:18.112

12. FW Marco Haig (Fiat Coupe)…1:18.903

13. 4W Richard Jones (Mitsubishi EVO 6)…1:19.176

14. NR Tony Campbell (BMW M3)…1:19.715

15. N4 Mark Pollard (Metro 6R4)…1:19.836

16. RW Steve Linton (Toyota Supra JZA80)…1:20.018

17. RW Lance Turner (Nissan Skyline R32 GTS)…1:20.401

18. 4W Phil England (Subaru Impreza)…1:21.476

19. NR Bren Simpson (Nissan 200SX S14A)…1:21.647

20. FW Paul West (Honda Civic)…1:21.723

21. FW Daniel Ward (BMW MINI)…1:22.405

22. RW Steve Hawkes (Nissan 200SX S13)…1:22.512

23. NF David Thorpe (Honda Civic EP3)…1:24.925

When we arrived Andrew Gallagher and Charlie Shaw, who are also TA competitors, were present so it was a great opportunity to see what Warren’s  TA Club Challenge (Street) spec car could achieve as well as Andy’s and Charlie’s TA Prototype cars.

The Fast Ford team were using approved measuring equipment to ensure the times were accurate. The weather was not kind (as you will see from the pictures) but that did not dampen the spirits for them to go out and put down some times. Mind you Andy and Charlie are from Scotland where the weather can be a bit damp so to them it was just another day outdoors!!!

The best times achieved by Warren were:

0-60 = 4.2

0-100 = 8.8

Unfortunately Warren’s gearbox and diff broke before he could make a second run so this being his only run was very impressive.

Charlie Shaw/Andy Gallagher spec Cosworths:

0-60 = 2.7

0-100 = 5.4

REMEMBER that all the above times were set in very wet conditions and with street tyres so these times are absolutely brilliant and show exactly what beasts these Time Attack Cossie’s are.

Some pictures from the day below.

Arriving on the back of the TA/EDC support truck

Keeping dry until the rain calmed down

Preparing for the Fast Ford magazine photo shoot

Warren's superbly presented Escos

A view of the runway over the top of a GT40

Marc’s role as head official for the Time Attack Series technical and scrutineering forms the largest part of what he does throughout his motorsport year and the other times he’s not with us he works around the paddocks, as with A1GP,  within top class motorsport which means that the Time Attack Series is always in good (and safe) hands.

Marc has worked for us for 3 years now and is an integral part of the Time Attack Series. Marc also heads up the European Drift Championship technical and scrutineering and also works for the MSA (MotorSport Association) as a noise tester and scrutineer. 

 It was pleasing to see Marc in this environment and I actually got the chance to have a chill out and a coffee with him which makes a change from the Time Attack events where we are lucky to have the time to grab 5 minutes together due to his work load on the day of looking after the competitors, other scrutineers and issues that arise.

For any technical or saftey questions please email Marc here; scrutineer@timeattack.co.uk

Adrian managed to come an extremely respectable 6th overall. Congratulations to Adrian and the guys at Fensport. We have plans to bring Time Attack cars into Goodwood for 2010……here he is in action on the day :-

Adrian and the 4WD Celica at Goodwood

Well done from all here at the Series!

Andy

You may not recognise his name, but Wes was a new ‘One Hit Wonder’ combatant in the Club Challenge at Brands Hatch. You don’t always hear what these guys have to say about things, so what did the Supra driving 31 year old make of the experience? “It’s good fun. The first time out was a bit intimidating but it got better and I enjoyed it even more the second time out,” Wes told us. His Supra was all self built, running around 500bhp on the standard engine thanks to a Powerhouse turbo kit, proving you don’t need to have a highly tuned car to compete…he wasn’t even running a front mount intercooler. “I’d done a few trackdays here and there, so thought I’d step up a level by entering Time Attack,” he continues, “the skill level and the pace the other drivers set compared to track days though is something else!”. Wes didn’t make it to the finals, but with a taste for Time Attack you’ll hopefully be seeing his Supra at more rounds in the future where the guys from MkIV Owners will no doubt be cheering him on again.