Police and V8 Supercars urge motorists to leave racing to the professionals at Bathurst 1000 Police and V8 Supercars have joined forces for Road Safety in the lead up to the Bathurst 1000 this weekend. Traffic and Highway Patrol Commander, Assistant Commissioner John Hartley, recently joined V8 Supercars drivers, Russell Ingall and Mark Winterbottom, to highlight safe driver behaviour. Assistant Commissioner Hartley praised the support of the drivers to raise awareness for this important issue. “I am grateful to Russell and Mark for supporting us and talking about road safety, particularly as tens of thousands of motorists are making their way to Mount Panorama for the weekend,” Assistant Commissioner Hartley said. “This is a unique opportunity for those coming to the Bathurst 1000 to take the advice of two of the most experienced drivers in V8 Supercars.” The group made a video about road safety, which is available online at: youtu.be/Iu5hUl2tN8U. Mark Winterbottom said while all the race drivers are aiming to win this weekend, he wants all road users to aim for safety. “Bathurst is one of those great family occasions where everyone gets together to watch the race. But just because we are racing on the track doesnt mean people should try and do what we do,” he said. “With the amount of police that will be on our roads enforcing speed, drink and drug driving, and distracted driving, such as mobile phone use, those that take the risk will be prosecuted for the benefit of their safety and that of other road users. “So my advice is to let us do the racing so you can enjoy a great time with family and friends this weekend,” he said. Assistant Commissioner Hartley also urged racegoers to visit the NSW Police Force’s Road Safety display at the bottom of the mountain. “Once again, we have set up our road safety display at Mount Panorama, which includes some of our current and former Highway Patrol Cars and equipment,” Assistant Commissioner Hartley said. “We will also have the new Traffic and Highway Patrol Command’s community car, a Ford Falcon GT-F, on display for all to see.” The vehicle, which is sponsored by Centre for Road Safety, has a supercharged V8 engine, tuned by Dick Johnson to 800 horsepower (600 kilowatts). “This will give our Highway Patrol officers and opportunity to speak with car enthusiasts and other racegoers in an informal setting about good driver behaviour. “We urge everyone who attends the race this weekend to stop by the display and take a look, grab one of our showbags and take some photos with our vehicles. “Most importantly, we urge all road users to heed our advice and arrive at the mountain safely, have a good time, and return home safely,” Assistant Commissioner Hartley said.
Posted on: Sat, 11 Oct 2014 00:00:01 +0000
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