MINI CHALLENGE Proudly supported by MINI UK
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
MINI CHALLENGE
Proudly supported by MINI UK
2022
MINI CH A L L ENGE 20 2 2 CONTENTS. 1. THE QUAIFE MINI CHALLENGE. 2. JCW CLASS. 3. JCW CALENDAR. 4. COOPER CLASS. 5. COOPER CALENDAR. 6. AWARDS. 7. MEDIA COVERAGE. 8. HOSPITALITY.
MINI CH A L L ENGE 20 2 2
THE QUAIFE MINI CHALLENGE – 5
MORE YEARS AS TOCA SUPPORT
—
THE MINI CHALLENGE IS THE CHAMPIONSHIP FOR THE NEW MINI
IN THE UK, ENJOYING GREAT GRIDS, COLOURFUL CARS AND CLOSE
RACING SHOWN LIVE ON ITV4
Over the years the MINI CHALLENGE has built a reputation for affordability, fairness
and fun, and benefits from being the only Championship to enjoy the support of MINI
UK and be televised live on ITV4 as a BTCC Support Series.
2022 will be the season where we expect the full marketing potential of the BTCC
Support package to be fulfilled following the slightly restricted 2021 season.
This year will see the JCW class continue as the natural stepping-stone for drivers
with their sights set on the BTCC enjoying 7 race meetings on the TOCA package,
whilst a number of changes will refresh the visual appearance of the cars.
The MINI CHALLEGE Trophy provides entry-level, close, fair
racing with Cooper Class MINIs, and will make 3 appearances
The multi-class structure enables drivers with varying degrees of experience and
on the TOCA Package and 3 as a British Truck Racing support
budget to be part of the MINI CHALLENGE, whilst providing a natural route for
championship as part of a 7 race meeting season. All rounds
progression.
will either be shown live on ITV4 or live streamed to social
media platforms.
Scrutineering controls mean that fairness is maintained so that
drivers and teams can be sure that only skill and legitimate
knowledge will have a bearing on race results.
Budgets are also kept under control through restrictions on
testing, tyre use and widespread use of control parts in areas
where any performance advantage could be gained.
The MINI CHALLENGE is ‘The Place to Race’.
MINI CH A L L ENGE 20 2 2
QUAIFE MINI CHALLENGE
JCW Class Specification:
The 2022 JCW Class is arguably the nearest thing to a Touring Car you
— can buy, but at a fraction of the budget:
• Based on Gen 3 F56 MINI Hatch
The JCW Class sits at the pinnacle of the • Reconditioned engine and ancillaries as new engines are not
MINI CHALLENGE, offering a specification available due to original car specification changing
closer to that of the BTCC cars it shares • New for 2022 – Uprated larger Driveshafts
a stage with than any other single make • New for 2022 – Facelifted Bodykit
championship in the UK, but at a fraction of • New for 2022 – Re-positioned air filter
• Shell lightening programme
the budget.
• Welded in cage with side impact strategy
• 2.0lt Turbo, 240-275Bhp depending on application and fuel
Goodyear slick tyres, a Damico tuned 2 litre engine, Quaife
• Bespoke Specialist Components Motorsport ECU
sequential gearbox, 3-way adjustable Nitron dampers and
• Forge Intercooler, Radiator & Induction
Alcon brakes ensure the JCW Class provides the perfect
• Scorpion Stainless Exhaust System
stepping stone to touring car racing while representing the
• Owen Developments spec turbo
‘Best of British’.
• Engine oil cooler & rad cowl
• Quaife Sequential dogbox
• Lightweight Flywheel
JCW Season Entry: • Motorsport clutch
• Tran X Plated Limited Slip Differential
Full Season Entry including Test Day Entries: £15,950
• OBP Pedal Box with Alcon Master Cylinders
• HEL Braided brake hoses
Earlybird discount: Register by 10/12/21, paid by 12/02/22
• Powerful Alcon brakes with floating rotors
£13,950
• Mintex Brake Pads
• 3 Way Adjustable Nitron Dampers
All prices plus VAT at the prevailing rate.
• Adjustable rear control arms
• Powerflex Black Series bushes
• Bespoke Touring Car inspired aero kit
• GRP Dash
• Two spring options
• Uprated PAS ECU
• 17 Inch Team Dynamics Rims
• 235/17 Slick and Wet Goodyear Tyres
• Cosworth full colour dash
• Weight c1170kg with driver
MINI CH A L L ENGE 20 2 2 JCW CALENDAR — For 2022, the JCW Championship will run on the TOCA package for all seven race meetings, supporting the British Touring Car Championship and enjoying the large crowds and media coverage it brings. ROUNDS ROUNDS ROUNDS ROUNDS 1,2,3 4,5,6 7,8 9,10,11 21-24 April 13-15 May 10-12 June 29-31 July DONINGTON BRANDS HATCH OULTON PARK KNOCKHILL NATIONAL INDY ISLAND ROUNDS ROUNDS ROUNDS 12,13,14 15,16,17 18,19,20 12-14 August 23-25 September 07-09 October SNETTERTON SILVERSTONE BRANDS HATCH 300 NATIONAL GP
MINI CH A L L ENGE 20 2 2
QUAIFE MINI CHALLENGE trophy
Cooper Class
Specification:
— •
•
130 BHP 1.6lt engine
Single way adjustable AST dampers
The Cooper Class car uses a 130Bhp 1.6lt • Adjustable toe and ride height
normally aspirated engine, slick tyres • Bolt in cage
and single way adjustable AST dampers. • Ultra robust 6 speed gearbox
Offering surprising performance, agile • Team Dynamics 15” wheels
• Goodyear slick and wet tyres
handling and incredible grip from durable
• Rear wing
GoodYear tyres, it is not unusual to see
these MINIs chasing down supercars that
cost 20 times as much on test days! TROPHY Season Entry:
The ultra-reliable 6 speed Cooper S BKD gearbox is Full Season Entry including Test Day Entries: £11,450
employed and mated with a competition clutch, to
improve transmission reliability without unreasonable Earlybird discount: Register by 10/12/21, paid by 12/02/22 £10,450
costs.
All prices plus VAT at the prevailing rate.
Single way adjustable AST dampers allow handling to
easily be tuned to suit driving styles and conditions.
In 2022 a range of updates have been included to ensure
even greater performance equality.
The car best suits those new to motorsport, those
with some karting experience, or those who just want
ultra-close, fair racing on a high-profile stage with
modest budgets.
MINI CH A L L ENGE 20 2 2 COOPER CALENDAR — For 2022, the MINI CHALLENGE Trophy will enjoy three race meetings on the TOCA package, supporting the British Touring Car Championship and three race meetings with the British Truck Racing Championship. The penultimate round at Donington Park will be with Britcar Endurance. ROUNDS ROUNDS ROUNDS ROUNDS 1,2,3 4,5,6 7,8 9,10,11 6-8 May 28-29 May 24-26 June 26-28 August PEMBREY THRUXTON CROFT THRUXTON ROUNDS ROUNDS ROUNDS 12,13,14 15,16,17 18,19,20 16-18 September 21-23 October 4-6 November SNETTERTON DONINGTON BRANDS HATCH
MINI CH A L L ENGE 20 2 2
THE AWARDS
—
While the overall Championship Titles are the main aim within each class, there are a range
of other Awards on offer in the MINI CHALLENGE.
The race winner, runner up and third place in all The Rookie Cup is awarded to the top For those competitors over the age of 40, points To reinforce links with the BTCC, the JCW Class
four classes will be awarded trophies in all newcomer in each of the classes, allowing are awarded towards the Directors Cup, Champion will once again benefit from a
races. The overall MINI CHALLENGE Champion, those new to the Championship the chance meaning drivers of all ages and experience BTCC test funded by Goodyear Tyres, providing
Class Winners, Runners Up and 3rd to fight for a title of their own whilst getting levels have the chance to claim a crown. an opportunity to experience what is required
Overall will receive end of season trophies. to grips with new machinery. to compete at the highest level as they seek to
progress up the motorsport ladder.
As well as the overall class championships, Similarly, the Graduate Cup will be awarded to
points are also awarded towards a number of the highest placed 2nd year MINI CHALLENGE
other titles throughout the season. driver in each class.
3
MINI CH A L L ENGE 20 2 2
MEDIA COVERAGE FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM TWITTER
— — — —
23,000 LIKES 7,200 FOLLOWERS 5,600 FOLLOWERS
As part of the TOCA Support Package, the MINI CHALLENGE has enjoyed millions of TV
MILLION
viewers through ITV's BTCC coverage along with large crowds returning to race circuits in
2021. This has presented the series to a wealth of new fans, making the championship a
powerful marketing platform for teams, drivers and sponsors alike.
SOCIAL MEDIA REACH IN 2021
70 27%
HOURS OF FEMALE
LIVE TV TV AUDIENCE
For TOCA Support Series on The demographic audience is a
race weekends. higher proportion of men.
15.8 384
MILLION THOUSAND
TV VIEWERS SPECTATORS
Total Cumulative UK TV Trackside attendance average
Audience. during a typical season.
MINI CH A L L ENGE 20 2 2 hospitality — The MINI CHALLENGE is able to offer a VIP experience for drivers and their guests through its bespoke, high quality hospitality unit. Serving breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea, as well as speciality drinks throughout the day, the unit provides a hub for drivers and their partners to welcome guests to experience all the action of the MINI CHALLENGE.
MINI CH A L L ENGE 20 2 2
Championship Director
Antony Williams
07852 337537
antony@minichallenge.co.uk
Championship Coordinator
Rhea Beauchamp
rhea@minichallenge.co.uk
Parts
Chloe Meadows
parts@minichallenge.co.uk
Scrutineering
technical@minichallenge.co.uk
Address
© 20 2 2 All Rights Reser ved.
Unit 1, Roy Humphrey Estate
A140 Norwich - Ipswich Road
Brome, Eye
Suffolk
IP23 8AW
More information at:
MINICHALLENGE.CO.UKYou can also read
