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Club Calendar

The Renault Owners Club has had a long but sometimes chequered past with Motorsport, over past years there have been everything from private track days at the expense of the members to joint events with track access.

Oddly, but not that unusual, the best feedback comes from those that cost the general membership nothing but allow those that want to go to be offered an event that is not a silly budget.

In 2010 we had the French Car Show, which we have again this year, where the general members can display their car for a small paddock fee and look at all the other shows on and if you want to you can book track time to suit your budget or the life expectancy of your car.

With this year's French Car Show we also have a member willing to become the Motorsport Secretary, Damien Bailey. He is already known as the Membership Secretary, has a long association with the Renault Sport range, owns a Genuine Clio Williams and uses it.

His father has a Megane Sport, add to that a growing Clio Williams Section, an influx of RenaultSport and even track cars and we will have a larger section to expand these pages. 

As a top up we will have news from RenaultSport (Renault's in house Forum based user group for RenaultSport owners), Lotus Renault GP, Red Bull Racing and Formula Renault from time to time.

As a kick off, we have the following events, all these are booked direct with Renault but please let us know as well if you are going so other members can join up. From time to time, the club may take their ordinary cars along, like at Gaydon for the AGM where RenaultSport will have a display. At some events there is also lunch laid on but at an additional charge. 
The dates are:

26th April - Spa. Driver £220. 2nd driver £110. Passenger foc. Lunch £30pp

20th May - Bedford South West evening - Driver £95. 2nd driver foc

22nd July - Bedford South West evening - Driver £95. 2nd driver foc

4th August - Silverstone southern circuit - Driver £179. 2nd driver foc

22nd Sept - Brands Hatch Indy circuit. Driver £149. 2nd driver foc

We do have a list of eligible cars as it is necessary to keep things safe.:

Clio Renaultsport 172, 172 Exclusive, 172 Cup, 182, 182 Cup, 182 Trophy
Clio Renaultsport 197 Cup, 197 and 197 F1 Team R27
Clio Renaultsport 200 Cup and 200
Clio Gordini 200
Clio Renaultsport V6 230 and 255
Megane Renaultsport dCi 175, 225, 225 Cup, 225 Trophy, 225 F1 Team, 230 F1 Team R26, R26.R
Megane Renaultsport 250 Cup and 250
Renaultsport Spider
Clio Williams
Clio 2.0 16V
Clio GT dCi 106 & GT 128
R19 16V
Megane Coupe 2.0 16V
5GT Turbo
5 Turbo
Twingo GT, Gordini 100, Gordini 133, Renaultsport 133 Cup and Renaultsport 133
Alpine - any
Wind Roadster

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Clio Renaultsport 197 Cup

Renaultsport owners will already know how good their models are on the road but now they can find out just how much fun their hot hatches are on the track!

On 4th August, Renaultsport has exclusively booked Silverstone International circuit - just after the dramatic British Grand Prix - to let owners see exactly what their car is capable of in the safe and controlled environment of the race track. But you'll have to act fast as places are strictly limited!

As well as using their own car, there is the option for attendees to drive one of Renaultsport's own cars with an instructor including the stunning Megane Renaultsport 250!

The day begins at 8am with a full briefing in the brand new Silverstone Wing complex followed by a tour of the 1.85-mile circuit after which it's time for attendees to put what they've learnt into practice!

With an open pit lane, drivers can stay out for as long as they like and because this is an exclusive Renaultsport event there are no sessions and no one else to share the track with. With an hour's break for lunch, the day closes at 5pm giving you maximum track time.

And to help you make the most of your experience, additional tuition with an instructor in your car is available for just £10! What's more additional drivers and spectators are free!

As ever, Renaultsport is committed to offering superb value for money which is why all this will set owners back just £179

Don't forget, Renaultsport experts will also be on-hand to listen to your views and questions and share their experiences with you.

Look forward to seeing you there!

How to book...

The Renaultsport Silverstone track day takes place on Thursday 4th August priced £179. Spaces are strictly limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. To make a reservation call 0844 3728 235. All major credit cards are accepted but please note there are no refunds for cancellations.

Don't forget you'll need to bring your full driving licence with you and helmets are available for hire at £10 (plus £50 deposit) or feel free to bring your own.

Remember, if you don't own a Renaultsport model or don't want to drive your own car on track, you can still take part by driving one of Renaultsport's own models choosing from the Clio Renaultsport 200 Cup or the Megane Renaultsport 250 Cup. Twenty minute sessions cost £65 and £85 respectively.

Silverstone Trackday

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The engines are revving and that can only mean one thing - The World Series by Renault is back and it's bigger than ever! For the seventh year running the second largest motorsport event in the UK, after the British Grand Prix, is coming to Silverstone 20th - 21st August and this is your chance to get your tickets! Register to MyRenault to apply for your free tickets!

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New Silverstone GP

Two very special limited edition hot hatches are available to buy from today as ordering opens for the Renaultsport Silverstone GP limited edition Twingo 133 and Clio 200!

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Megane Renaultsport 265 Trophy Smashes Nurburgring Front-Wheel Drive Lap Time Record

There are yet more plaudits for the Megane Renaultsport 265 Trophy which has smashed the lap time record for a front-wheel drive production car at the Nurburgring's infamous Nordschleife circuit!

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Two New Renaultsport Specialist Sites for Lifesyle Renault

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New Megane Renaultsport 265 Trophy has arrived!

Renault's latest addition to the all-conquering Renaultsport family has arrived...the awesome New Megane Renaultsport 265 Trophy.

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Wind Roadster Gordini

Renault has just announced that the iconic stripes of the Gordini will now adorn the Wind Roadster Gordini, following the success of the existing Twingo and Clio Gordini models.

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Renaultsport status for Jaybee Motors, Banbury

July date for next factory tour

Lynn to visit European GP as guest of Lotus Renault GP

Renaultsport fan wins tickets to BTCC at Croft!

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PistonHeads 'Sunday Service' at Renault UK Head Office

Renault hosted PistonHeads' 'Sunday Service' at its headquarters in Rickmansworth for the first time this month and it was an instant hit with the websites' enthusiastic followers.

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Renaultsport Trackday Calendar Revealed

Mouth-watering...that's the only apt description for the 2011 Trackday calendar which boasts visits to some of the most outstanding circuits in the UK and Europe.

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Clio Cup Legend Rivett on Course for Title Number Three

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12/05/2011 - Renaultsport announces 2011 trackday calendar

RENAULTSPORT ANNOUNCES 2011 TRACKDAY CALENDAR 

Owners of Renaultsport's award-winning hot hatches can explore the limits of their track-bred cars on circuit as the 2011 trackday calendar is announced. 

This year's events, subsidised by Renault, take in three of the UK's best-known race circuits - Silverstone, Brands Hatch and Knockhill - plus, there's the chance to join Renaultsport with a trip to the world-famous Nurburgring Nordschleife circuit in Germany or, for the more time-pressed thrill-seeker, evening track sessions at Bedford Autodrome. 

Renaultsport has been running its popular trackdays since 2002 and improving the driver's ability is a crucial element of the day.  At every circuit, experienced and trained instructors will be on hand offering personalised tips to improve car control.

As part of the programme, drivers have the chance to take the wheel of the latest high performance Renaultsport exotica for a few grin-inducing laps with the Twingo Renaultsport 133 Cup, the Clio Renaultsport 200 Cup or the Megane Renaultsport 250 Cup. They will also enjoy a "€œhot" lap in the car from the passenger seat with a qualified instructor at the wheel. 

Speaking about the popularity of the trackdays, Phil York, Renault's Marketing Director said, "€œRenaultsport trackdays are the perfect way of our customers sharing our passion for Renaultsport.  This gives them the opportunity to realise the full potential of their cars in a safe and relaxed atmosphere. The tuition provides invaluable experience to improving skill levels." 

Full details for each event, including track, date and pricing are listed below: 

Date

20th May

23rd May

17th June

22nd July

4th August

22nd September

Venue

Bedford Autodrome

Knockhill

Nurburgring Nordschleife

Bedford Autodrome

Silverstone

Brands Hatch

Driver

£95

£119

290 Euros

£95

£179

£149

2nd Driver

Free

Free

145 Euros

Free

Free

Free

Extra tuition

£10

£10

n/a

£10

£10

£10

Customers can find further information at the dedicated Renaultsport website, http://www.renaultsport.co.uk/roadcars/trackdays/overview/Default.aspx , on Renault TV on Sky Guide 883 and Freesat 651, at www.facebook.com/renaultuk or by following on twitter @renault_uk. 

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NEWS FROM RENAULT CROYDON

Tuesday, 3rd May 2011

RENAULT CROYDON EARNS ITS RACING STRIPES BY BECOMING RENAULTSPORT SPECIALIST

Renault Croydon collected a special award this week after the dealership was officially recognised as a Renaultsport Specialist.

The recognition was presented by Renault UK and now sees the Brighton Road dealership offer its customers a dedicated Renaultsport centre, providing hot hatch fans with all their Renaultsport needs in one place.

Alongside the dealership's existing Renault services, motorists will be able to access all three award-winning Renaultsport models as well as call upon the expert knowledge and advice of Renaultsport Sales Expert Matt Pyatt, himself an enthusiast of the French brand's iconic performance arm.

Together with Matt, Aftersales Expert John Day, will help provide customers with a bespoke Renaultsport after-care service handling all servicing, accessory and merchandise requests.

What's more, both Matt and John, can be contacted direct via phone email by new or existing customers to help answer any general Renaultsport queries they may have or to receive expert advice on either past or present models. 

The current Renaultsport range comprises of the flagship Megane Renaultsport 250, the Clio Renaultsport 200 and the Twingo Renaultsport 133. For the second consecutive year, all three models have won 'Best Hot Hatch' in each of their respective price categories in the annual What Car? Car of the Year awards with the Megane Renaultsport 250 winning the overall 'Best Hot Hatch' of the year - again for the second year in a row.

Indeed, the popularity of the Renaultsport range is clear to see with last year's worldwide sales seeing an increase of 78% (on 2009) with UK dealers only second to France in terms of total global sales.

Matt, Renaultsport Sales Expert at the dealership, said: "€œWe're really looking forward to showing customers around the Renaultsport range as we know they're going to be just as impressed with them as we are...and the UK's motoring press for that matter.

"€œIt helps having some great driving roads just outside Croydon too, as well as a race track like Brands Hatch on your doorstep, allowing owners to experience the full potential of the Renaultsport range and how impressive they are both on the road and the race track."

Renaultsport Aftersales Expert John said: "€œOur Renaultsport service extends right from the initial test drive through to caring for your Renaultsport five, ten, fifteen years from now. All Renaultsport models are highly-tuned machines requiring that expert touch and genuine Renault parts so our approved workshop caters for just that."

Daniel Sait, Sales Manager at Renault Croydon, added: "€œAs part of our celebrations, we're inviting local Renaultsport owners - be it an original Renaultsport Spider to a brand new Megane Renaultsport 250 - to drop by the dealership for a free, no appointment, safety check for their car."

For more information on Renault Croydon call 0208 276 4000 or click onto http://www.renaultsport.co.uk/home/SpecialistsDealers/Default.aspx.

 

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