CHASSIS ‘MERRY-GO-ROUND’ IN STARS OF KARTING THURSDAY, JUNE 6TH, 2013 A computer generated image of what Joey Hanssen will look like in a CRG suit (Original Pics: AF Images/Budd) A number of leading contenders will be seen in different colours come next weekend’s third round of the CIK Stars of Karting Series presented by Castrol EDGE in Geelong, Victoria. It was first reported in KARTX last month that Pierce Lehane will make his return to the series aboard a Redspeed under the Kart 1 Racing banner in the Pro Light (KF) category, now, there are a number of other leading drivers making a change in kart. The biggest move comes from the Pro Gearbox (KZ2) ranks where up to five drivers are expected to be making a change of teams. Leading the way in the raft of changes is Dutch import Joey Hanssen, who currently sits second in the Pro Gearbox (KZ2) standings. Hanssen will have his last hit-out aboard a Lenzo kart this weekend in a round of the Western Australian Auto One KZ2 Series before joining the Shamick Racing team aboard a CRG kart next weekend. He will then be relocating to Melbounre where he will take up a full-time role with the kart retailer. His role is believed to incorporate assisting with the running of the race team side of the business and driver development. “I would like to thank Brendan Shugg at Lenzo Kart Australia for putting me on the map here in Australia. I will be forever thankful for all he has done and what we have achieved,” said Hanssen. “The opportunity to join with Shamick Racing is another step and a decision that wasn’t made easily, especially when I consider all the support everyone in Western Australia has given me over the past six months. However, I feel it is the best decision that I could make to further my development and also share my experience with Australian drivers. “I’m really excited about getting to Geelong where I hope to get back on top of the points standings.” Joining Hanssen on the ‘chassis merry-go-round’ is Cian Fothergill who will move to a Lenzo chassis from his familiar Kosmic chassis. With Kart 1 Racing taking delivery of its shipment of Redspeeds it is expected that Cameron Hill will move from Top Kart to Redspeed as of next weekend. The Formula K ranks have also been bolstered with Victorians Adam Hughes and Aaron Ivermee moving to the Pro Karting-imported product alongside Lee Mitchener and Pro Junior (KFJ) driver Callum Walker. Practice for the event will be held on Friday June 14 ahead of qualifying and the heat races on Saturday June 15. The finals will be contested on Sunday June 16. Admission is free for spectators. The Geelong Kart Club is located on Broderick Road, Corio.
Posted on: Thu, 06 Jun 2013 04:11:34 +0000
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