TN Newsletter Volume 14 Issue 4

Volume 14, Issue 4
April 1st, 2015
Targa Newfoundland
September 13th - 18th, 2015
St. John’s, Newfoundland, Canada
Writer & Layout: Darren Sheppard
Targa Newfoundland Newsletter
Subaru Canada Announces Targa Newfoundland Support Program
Subaru Canada, a long-time participant, officially
and through competitors driving their own Subaru’s, and a
long time supporter of the Targa Newfoundland
international rally for a majority of the years since its
inception in 2002, has announced the return of a broad
ranging incentive and support program for Subaru
competitors, their immediate families and for Targa event
staff.
The support program, announced by Brian Hyland,
Director, After Sales for Subaru Canada, makes various
performance and entry awards available to participants who
will drive Subaru products in the upcoming 2015 Targa
Newfoundland event, scheduled for September 13th to 18th.
For the 2nd year in a row, Subaru Canada has an incentive
offer that also includes the competitor’s families and the
event’s volunteer staff.
organizer Robert Giannou. “Mr. Hyland has guided
Subaru’s efforts in motorsport for many years and is a
much valued supporter of this fabulous event. We are
especially appreciative of the way the Subaru Targa support
program once again includes our event staff, as they work
so hard to make the event happen each year”.
The Subaru Canada program, implemented in
recognition of the fact that Subaru products have competed
in every Targa Newfoundland, sets out various incentives
and awards for Subaru participants. Participants and/or
any immediate family member (mother, father, spouse, son
or daughter) who purchase or lease a new Subaru from
January 1 – December 31, 2015 will be eligible for a
$750.00 rebate. This rebate is also being made available to
the Targa event staff.
Participants who use any model of Subaru for entry
into any of the 4 main categories within Targa
Newfoundland (Open, Modern, Classic, and Grand
Touring) will receive a $500.00 Entrant Award which goes
towards their entry fee. Performance awards are also
included in the program. These would apply towards
Subaru entrants in any of the 4 competition categories:
Open, Modern, Classic and Grand Touring. A Subaru that
achieves first place in any of the categories will receive a
cash award of $2,000.00, second place $1,500.00 and third
place $1,000.00.
Mike Davenport & Brad Benson in their 2015 Subaru WRX STI,
Targa Open Division Winners. Photo: Ralph Saulnier
Matthew Oldford & Brian Oldford in their 2004 Subaru WRX STI,
Targa Modern Division Winners. Photo: Ralph Saulnier
“We are extremely pleased that Targa
Newfoundland, its competitors and volunteers have been
recognized by Subaru Canada for another year,” said
Hyland states that “Subaru Canada has been a long
time supporter of Targa Newfoundland and is very excited
to be able to make this offer available once again to those
Subaru participants in the 2015 Targa Newfoundland.
Subaru’s won both Open and Modern last year and are
hoping for the same type of results in 2015. We wish all
participants good luck and safe driving in the coming event.”
Owned and operated by Newfoundland
International Motorsports Limited, Targa Newfoundland is
one of three internationally recognized Targa motorsports
events in the world. The 2015 competition will start in St.
John’s on September 13 and concludes back in the capital
on September 18. The annual rally will cover more than
1,500 kilometers of the challenging, twisty roads of the
central and eastern portion of Newfoundland, including
over 440 kilometers of closed-road, flat-out Targa stages.
2015 Targa Newfoundland entry fees and deadline dates
Regular - $6495 + 13% tax - payment plan possible - June 1st deadline.
Late Entry - $6995 + 13% tax - one payment - June 2nd until start of event.
Now is a great time to enter Targa for September. The opportunity to promote your entry on our websites and in our
printed material is currently there. If you’re an American citizen, then the exchange rate benefits you close to 20%! As we all
know, the exchange rate can change greatly from week to week, so take advantage of the stronger U.S. Dollar now while the
chance is there.
Payment plans are available and group rates for multi-car teams can be considered. Registration forms can be obtained
from contacting the Targa office or downloading the forms from the main Targa website (www.targanewfoundland.com).
Further information regarding entry into the 2015 Targa or other related topics regarding the event, please contact the office at
1-877-332-2413 or email registrar@targanewfoundland.com.
Fast Tour entry special for April & May
You have read about it, talked to friends about doing it, and wondered how you can make it happen? Well, we have
made it simple for you! All you need is a friend and your favorite car, be it exotic or just your car. Targa Newfoundland wants
you and your favorite car to participate in their 14th annual Rally!
To that end, Targa Event Management have announced a "Special Spring onto the Tarmac" offer to all those car
enthusiasts who need to drive their exotic or favorite cars the way they were designed to be driven, on closed roads for an entire
week. Yes, over 40 closed road stages through the towns and along the coastline of the beautiful province of Newfoundland.
Register your vehicle now in the "Fast Tour" category of Targa Newfoundland for this September, for a one time, all in,
low registration fee of $4,000.00 plus HST! That’s over $3,700.00 in savings! You get your car registered, two days of driving
school in St John's and surrounding area with professional driving instructors teaching you proper driving and navigating
techniques, and earn two Targa Fast Tour licenses. The whole Targa experience runs from September 10th till the 18th, with
the formal Awards Gala being held on the 19th at Canadian Forces Station St. John’s!
The Fast Tour division is not a competition. You will not be timed. You will simply be experiencing what the
competitors behind you in both Grand Touring and Targa would experience, minus the pressure of competing against the clock
and each other. All vehicles will be considered for Fast Tour, but must pass technical requirements and safety regulations. You
do not need a roll cage or racing suits to enter Fast Tour. Your everyday driving vehicle could easily enter Fast Tour! Contact
Darren for more details and to register! This special is only available until May 31st, 2015! 1-877-332-2413 or email
registrar@targanewfoundland.com.
Total package value $7,345 - but is all yours for only $4,000 + HST!
Motorama Expo a huge success for Targa Newfoundland
Targa Newfoundland recently attended the 1st
annual Motorama Custom Car & Motorsports Expo in
Toronto in mid March. It was a chance to reconnect with
competitors, volunteers, and the fans of the event in their
own back yard. Thousands came out over the 3 day show
to see the many booths, vehicles, and personalities in
attendance. Targa had a fairly large area within the show,
with 3 independent booths, plus other booths with Targarelated vehicles in them. Vehicles of past competitors Mike
Davenport, Scott Robbins, and Sencer Erkaya were
featured in the main Targa booths. Mark Bovey’s “Targa
Truck” gained a huge amount of attention in one of his
major sponsor’s booth at the head of the show entrance.
Also, a sister-car of the Flyin’ Miata entry of Keith Tanner a
few years ago was featured in another part of the show.
when he was driving the Nissan Juke Nismo. He is once
again competing in the Nissan Juke Nismo, along with his
navigator Brian Bourbonniere, for the 2015 Targa. Jim was
telling us stories about his experiences in Targa (his sky,
ground, sky, ground moment in a MINI in 2009) and about
the different types of vehicles he’s driven and won in while
competing. And of course, the ladies love a guy in a suit.
The guy waving the flag was around all weekend. I was looking for a
wreck the whole time but couldn't find one.
A large number of volunteers came out from the
area to help with the booths and answer questions to those
looking for information on the event. Targa expects several
competitors to enter in 2015 and more in 2016 because of
this face to face interaction. Targa would like to thank all
of the volunteers who gave their time and provided their
vehicles to have in the booths throughout the entire show.
Sponsors of Targa were represented at the show,
with banners of Lucas Oil Products and AutoGO.ca most
prominent, but also the ‘Thank You’ banners from the
arenas of the 2014 event were also on display with all the
other sponsors who have helped Targa throughout the year.
With over 25,000 people attending Motorama, a large
number of consumers were able to see what companies are
involved with the event and several new sponsors were
eager to start discussions regarding sponsorship for the
2015 event and beyond. It is an exciting time to be
involved with Targa Newfoundland!
Note the Newfoundland flag on the Challenger hood. A few ex-pats
from this province stopped to chat once they knew we were
Newfoundlanders
Also in attendance in the main booth was
nationally renowned auto journalist, television personality,
and co-creator of Targa Newfoundland, Jim Kenzie. Jim
was representing his Nissan entry from last year’s event,
Our sponsors were given a strong presence at the show
Targa personnel have already met to discuss how to
better our position at the show next year, and have decided
on several new ideas and set-up to implement next March.
A bigger single booth, large screen showing Targa videos,
and even greater interaction with fans, potential
competitors, and new sponsors are all on tap for 2016.
General Manager Darren Sheppard and Technical
Inspector Joe Dowden have already been selected to once
again represent Targa management at the show, and both
are extremely honoured and proud to carry the
Newfoundland flag back to Toronto next year.
Transportation from Toronto east & from the U.S. to Targa
Scott Robbins (past competitor and master of everything mechanical) transported 8 vehicles to/from the mainland for
last year’s Targa. Competitors who used his services were impressed with the professionalism and the care he and his crew took
in bringing the vehicles down and back to their respective homes. Scott will once again be transporting vehicles for the 2015
Targa and is looking forward to working with former and new competitors in getting their vehicles and gear down to the event
in September.
Scott has an enclosed transporter (see below) and a couple of open trailers that he will use to transport vehicles and gear
for the event. The price of transport will be determined based on the number of vehicles, which transport option the
competitor wishes to use (enclosed or open trailer) and the size of the vehicle itself. For more information on the cost and
other questions, please email Scott at srobbi@hotmail.com. He can pick up vehicles from Toronto and east along the way to St.
John’s. Vehicles from western Canada and the U.S. are welcome to join the convoy at any point (Toronto and east) or meet the
convoy at the starting point in Toronto.
*Please Note: Scott currently only has two (2) spots remaining for transportation to Targa in September in his original 2 truck
plan. If you are seriously thinking about entering the event and have not contacted him regarding transport, do it now!
Registering to enter the event would be appreciated before booking with Scott, since he is only bringing Targa competitors who
have signed up to the event. Those who have not yet registered officially with the office to enter, would only be given priority
for spots on his trucks once that occurs.
Scott's equipment on its way back from Targa this past September. Photos: Scott Robbins
Also, a U.S. based transport company will also provide competitors an option for getting their vehicles to the Targa in
2015. Bats Motorsports, located in Oregon, has experience transporting motorsports vehicles throughout North America and
has done Targa competitor business in the past. They would start west and work their way east picking up vehicles as they move
through the U.S. and Western Canada. Karen Timblin is the contact person if anyone has questions or seeking a quote for
pickup, delivery, and transport back after the event. Her email is batsmotorsports@earthlink.net. She’ll gladly see what they
can do for your transportation needs. You can also check out their website at http://www.batsmotorsports.com/. They are a
small company; however they do have both open and enclosed trailers and enclosed transporters, so options are available
depending on what type of transport someone is looking for.
*Please Note: Email address has changed to contact Karen. Karen’s enclosed trailer is almost full. The truck can come into
western Canada to pick up vehicles there and move them east. And they are willing to go all over the U.S. to pick up vehicles
there. Contact her soon to ensure you get your vehicle into the enclosed trailer!
Competing in Grand Touring Division and its unique challenges
Written By: Craig MacMullen
This September, I will be competing as a veteran
Eventually, in your ‘rally package’ obtained on
Team Hume member in my 6th Grand Touring (GT) Targa
Registration Day at the start of race week in St. John’s,
challenge. We are all competitors but Targa has a certain
there will be seven rally booklets containing all race legs,
unique spirit of family, fair play and helpfulness.
two sets of speeds (dry & wet) and prescribed times. These
Unfortunately for GT participants, much of what you have
will likely carry all your personally added notes, hen
heard and will hear; things about what to do and how to do
scratching and ‘secret codes’. These are your main official
it will lean heavily towards the Targa Division experience. I
‘bibles’ carried and protected by you for the week. Prior to
hope to offer more GT insight within this article.
race week, you will likely have access to the stages and their
Appreciate that pool and snooker are both played on a
distances online. The designated speeds and prescribed
rectangular table with balls, pockets and cues; but they are
times will also be posted at a different point and time.
totally different games. GT and Targa Divisions are like
These early pieces of scattered information can be very
that. The competition is different albeit still played on
important. They will not be released ‘together’ at any time
identical surfaces.
prior to being given your official rally packages in St. John’s.
Your official packages will have amendments to that
information which was released prior to race week (i.e. a
route change due to construction, etc.). Likewise, be
prepared for amendments on notice boards before each
race day and watch for future postings at each staging.
They will announce the condition and risks for that
particular race. Knowing to race ‘Dry or Wet’ is vital to
your timing. No posted condition means “Dry” for GT.
Craig navigating John Hume Sr.'s MINI G.P. last September. Photo:
Ralph Saulnier
GT is a Time, Speed, Distance (TSD) style of rally.
It is done on the same course (stage) and launched the same
way, prior to the Targa division vehicles being run. Targa
Division is fast and so is GT, hence safety is a common
priority; but relative to the Targa car speeds, I would rather
refer to GT as ‘very quick’. Take note: the priority of GT
is to keep it safe and to control your ‘TIME’. That ‘time’ is
controlled by regulating speed over a prescribed distance.
White board announcement on the start of a stage. Photo: Julia
Holman-Price
A standard start line set-up. Photo: Ralph Saulnier
Use the Prologue day to your benefit. Fight the
adrenalin that will command you to ‘RACE’ - this day
doesn’t score. It clears jitters and helps evolve an early incar routine that is essential between driver and co-driver.
You also develop an understanding of the onsite Targa
stage crew functions.
Scoring starts Monday. GT Division uses a time
error ‘no penalty’allowance window as a base for scoring
each day (leg). The time error window is measured in
seconds and declines each leg adding difficulty as the race
week progresses. Here is how it works. Day one is usually
prescribed a 12 second window. That is either a 12 second
allowance before or after the prescribed time to complete
the stage. The kicker . . . that time window applies to every
point you pass during that entire stage, not just the finish.
Stages will have one or more hidden Interim Time Control
( ITC) check points along the route. That’s right, hidden.
Keeps you honest. Penalties apply should you finish the
stage or pass ITC’s outside of your ‘time window’. The
‘window’ will be less the next day. Luck counts but I have
discovered luck to be very unreliable.
Bring with you a sense of humour and share it.
Expect to lose some points over the week. Avoid becoming
discouraged. It isn’t over until every risky stage is
completed by every struggling competitor. The more skill
you exhibit over others by staying near or within your ‘time
window’ the closer to the podium you get. That, and
keeping it on the road, is the true challenge of the very
quick and satisfying Grand Touring Division of Targa
Newfoundland.
Driving with Puss
Written by: Bill “Puss” Goodyear, Clerk of the Course
How to make your car accelerate faster without spending money
Once you have decided to go racing, don't have much money, but have your future race car ready to be prepared,
then here are a few tips that you might consider to help stretch what money you do have. The biggest thing holding your car
back is weight. So the easiest thing to do is make your car lighter, by removing any & all unnecessary weight, such as carpets,
interior panels, insulation (sound deadening), window regulators, side glass, roof lining, all seats; but make a small aluminum
seat suited to fit your large or small backside snuggly. Any & all trunk gear along with hood & trunk lid bracing can also be
removed. The dash can be removed along with all the gauges & wiring. You may, of course, want to install a tachometer, oil
pressure & water temp gauges
If you're going to be racing in daylight only, you might want to remove the headlight assemblies, associate wiring &
cover the openings with sheet aluminum. So now, with the exception of the seat & gauges, you've spent zero dollars & your car
is faster & brakes better, all because of a lack of weight.
Back in the day, Robert Giannou & I acquired his wife's 1960-something 4 door Fiat and this is the way we started to
prepare it for road racing. Notwithstanding the above, read and heed the rules of the type, or class, of racing in which you will
be participating, particularly with regards weight restrictions, glass removal, etc. Targa rules indicate that if the rules do not say
you can do something, you can't. To be continued next month.
Towns of Targa - Whitbourne
Whitbourne is another new town that has opened
its arms to allowing Targa to run stages on its roads. A
lunch stop will once again be taking place in the town. As
with Cupids in the March issue, promoting another new
location where stages will be held for the 2015 event was
quite an easy decision to make in writing this article!
transportation methods put the final nail in the coffin of
the Newfoundland Railway.
The train station in Whitbourne, around 1900
Whitbourne has the distinction of being
Newfoundland’s first inland town - not a coastal fishing
community as most would think of when speaking of
Newfoundland. It’s named after Sir Richard Whitbourne,
one of the most colourful early settlers of the province, who
wrote a book that was published in 1620 about his
experiences in Newfoundland and the type of living it had
to offer New World settlers. Sir Richard was appointed by
the High Court of the Admiralty to set up the first English
law court in the New World in 1615 in Trinity (another
community that we have stages in and a lunch stop). He
was kidnapped and held by the notorious pirate Peter
Easton in Harbour Grace. He also described
a mermaid that he saw in St. John's harbour, which,
because of his descriptions, mermaid statues are found
throughout the downtown core of St. John’s and have
become photo ops for many tourists who visit the city each
year. Later, Sir Richard became governor of Renews on the
Southern Shore (eastern Avalon Peninsula).
Whitbourne was founded in about 1880 during
the construction of the Newfoundland Railway. Due to its
inland location, the use of schooners and steamers to allow
for trade was not an option. Horse and carts were
impractical due to the terrain between neighbouring
communities and St. John’s. The only option was having a
railway to connect Whitbourne to other parts of the island.
The railway continued to be an important employer in the
town until its abandonment in 1988, although its economic
significance declined gradually throughout the twentieth
century. The use of transport trucks and their cheaper
Sir Robert Bond, the Prime Minister of
Newfoundland from 1900 to 1909, played an important
role in the expansion and planning of the town and
developed an elaborate country home, the "Grange", there.
The home is no longer standing; however, there are plenty
of other historical buildings and scenery to view in the
town.
With a population of just under 1,000 inhabitants,
Whitbourne is a very welcoming town, with a stable
population and increasing economic growth. A portion of
the population makes the trip into St. John’s and
surrounding areas for work each day via the Trans Canada
Highway that runs through the northern portion of the
town. Along this portion of the highway there are several
large gas stations, coffee shops, restaurants, and other
services that many users of the highway take advantage of
during their time on the road. Targa also stops at these
locations for fuel and snacks while on transits on Leg 1 and
Leg 5 of the event, with the additions of the stages and
lunch stop directly down in Whitbourne itself and off the
highway.
Shannon Tweed
Whitbourne is also the original home of former
Playboy Playmate, former star of “Gene Simmons Family
Jewels”, and movie star Shannon Tweed. She still comes
home to visit once in a while. A majority of her extended
family still calls Whitbourne home to this day.
The town has one of the best known wineries in
the province, Rodriques Winery, with owner Bruno
Rodriques competing in Targa Newfoundland several times.
There are several large farms around Whitbourne and some
can easily be seen from the Trans Canada Highway when
passing through and near the town. Plenty of fishing and
hunting with major cottage developments around 2 of the
local ponds also provides a haven for those who enjoy the
outdoors and wish to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.
Targa also has senior volunteers from the community that
take leadership roles in planning and preparing stages
during the offseason and setting up stages directly during
the week of Targa.
Hume Media Award presented at Motorama
Craig MacMullen being presented the Hume Media Award by Targa Technical Inspector Joe Dowden
Targa Newfoundland also had some award business to take care of while in Toronto in March. The Hume Media Award for
Grand Touring was presented to Craig MacMullen of Nova Scotia, who in the past 3 Targa’s has placed at least in the top 3
positions for Grand Touring division. Craig has been able to accomplish this feat with different co-drivers and using different
vehicles in those 3 years, which can be quite challenging to deal with. A former Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer, Craig
has shown professionalism and skill at every Targa he’s competed in and this award is something he’ll proudly display at his
home with his other Targa won plates and trophies. Craig is looking forward to another attempt at a podium finish in this
year’s Targa, where he’ll be co-driving with Nicole Troster of Ontario, in their 2013 MINI G.P.
Ralph Saulnier - Smile for the camera!
If you have had any personal connection with
Targa Newfoundland over the past several years, just
hearing the name “Ralph” is synonymous with motorcycles,
great photos of the event, and knowing a story or two is not
far behind. Personally, I have had to deal with Ralph
Saulnier more times throughout the year than anyone else
involved with Targa - I’m not sure if that is a good or bad
thing? I do know that every time I’ve been near Halifax in
that time period, he is very willing to stop by a coffee shop
or hotel to see me and exchange packages - sounds like the
start to a spy mystery - but alas, it is simply to exchange
photographs of Targa, a new calendar spread of his work,
or to pick up some copies of his “Memoirs”. I’ve never had
an older French-Acadian brother, but it seems Ralph has
decided to take on that role with me with pride (I don’t
understand French, but I don’t think he understands
Newfienese either). Here’s Ralph’s story, and of course, a
few photos!
Tell me who Ralph Saulnier is professionally and
personally?
I’m a fifty-something graphic designer of sorts,
having started as a pencil & straightedge draftsman 35 years
ago & morphing today into a pixel-pushing Photoshop
“artiste”, which slots in nicely with today’s digital-everything
world ( you need to be flexible to stay employed these days).
I was raised on the French Acadian shore of Nova Scotia
but have spent most of my working years in Halifax, and
currently reside in Lower Sackville, a 10 minute drive from
my day job in Bedford.
second home for me, a welcoming place that I can barely
wait to return to each September.
Why do you come here every year on a motorbike?
What’s the attraction of riding a bike in all kinds of
weather year after year and pretty much camping out on
the side of the road to do it?
The choice of a motorcycle as transportation comes
easily to me. It just happens to be the only “vehicle” I own
(that’s a story in itself, which we don’t have time for here).
Besides being an absolute blast to ride, travel by bike does
have advantages. Getting in and out of tight parking spots,
or basically being able to park anywhere is one. It certainly
captures the imagination of everyone I encounter, and
seems to make me more approachable (that has translated
in more than one free meal). I seem to have gained some
measure of “road-creed” from the crews, thanks to refusing
to shy away from driving through a few hurricanes over the
years. Oh, and moose encounters give new meaning to “upclose-and-personal”. It’s simply the grandest way of seeing
and experiencing Newfoundland.
A rare time Ralph isn't the one behind the camera
How did you get involved with being the “Unofficialofficial photographer of Targa”?
My introduction to Targa dates back to 2008, when
I accompanied a friend’s race team on their trip to the
Rock. That experience was such a revelation that I’ve been
going by myself ever since. In 2012, Targa’s official
photographer at the time, and a local acquaintance,
Gordon Sleigh, needed some family time off and
recommended me as a suitable replacement. One phone
call later from Robert Giannou, President of Targa
Newfoundland, and the rest, as they say…is history.
Tell me about your memoirs and your next installment.
My first Targa picture-book “memoir” was my first
attempt at spinning a yarn. 2012’s first official duty year
was such an eventful week that I wanted to document it in
some manner. This seemed like an entertaining way to do
so, and I’m pleased with how well it was received by the
Targa faithful. I’m presently halfway through the first draft
of my next edition. This one will be a re-telling of my first
trip in 2008 (while memory still serves) but will include
reminisces up to the present day, primarily to trace the
origins of all the great friendships I’ve been so lucky to
foster. Targa really has transformed Newfoundland into a
What does your family and friends think of your
“behaviour” with regards to motorsports photography
and the travels that are involved with it?
This isn’t a question I’ve had to consider. I tend to
set my own course and don’t bother thinking about how
it’s received. I’m certain my many misadventures are
looked at with a mixture of amusement and occasional
disbelief. I’ve been biking for 40 years, shooting for 25.
I’m hoping they have come to trust my judgement to know
how to stay out of harm’s way; my close calls have been few.
I prefer to think I’m good rather than just lucky. Most
everyone enjoys reviewing the resulting images.
Have you ever participated in any type of motorsport
yourself as a competitor?
Very briefly. My brother did have me as navigator
on one of his 4x4 laps once in the early 90’s. It wasn’t a
pleasurable experience, hanging on to anything I could,
strapped in with only a lap belt. Luckily for me, halfway
around the course he zigged when he should have zagged
and we ended up on our roof. At least the ride was over, as
was my interest in “active” motorsports. I’m perfectly
happy watching, and shooting, from the sidelines.
When did you first figure out your talents as a
photographer and figured out this is what you want to do
with your life?
Getting good with the camera was easy. Invest 25
years and make every mistake possible, multiple times. I
started shooting in the late 80’s when I was tagging along at
my brother’s 4x4 off-road racing events. About 10 years in,
I decided to get serious about it. I suspect, like many Targa
competitors, what started out as a hobby simply got out of
hand. What the future holds for me professionally or
otherwise is not something I have totally mapped out yet. I
do know a substantial part of it will involve camera gear
strapped to the fastest bike I can afford, and the making of
more friends along the way.
If you’d like to reach Ralph for some of his photos,
to order a copy of his Memoirs, or simply to learn what type
of camera gear he uses or the type of bike he owns, he can
be reached via email at ralph@ragincajun.ca.
Brake for Safety
Written by: Janet Brake, Stage Operations Coordinator
Keeping your headlights clean
Wipe your headlights. You keep your windshield washer well supplied because you know how the spray from other vehicles can
build up on your windshield on drizzly weather conditions. That spray builds up on your headlights, too, making driving at
night more challenging. Before you head out for a night-time drive, take a moment to wipe the road grime from your
headlights.
Scion FR-S on display at Vancouver Auto Show
The 2013 Scion FR-S that finished 3rd in Targa Modern division class year is currently on display at the Vancouver Auto Show.
After that show it’ll be moving onto the Edmonton Auto Show April 9th - 12th. The vehicle will then go back into the hands
of David Pratte and Peter Tarach for their 2015 racing program. Targa Newfoundland, coast to coast! Thanks for sending the
photos guys!
Targa Newfoundland Contacts
Robert Giannou
President
rgiannou@targanewfoundland.com
303 Thorburn Road, Suite 2-D
St John's, Newfoundland, Canada.
A1B 4R1
Cell: 709-682-7900 Tel: 877-332-2413 Fax: 709-753-7646
www.targanewfoundland.com
Darren Sheppard
General Manager
registrar@targanewfoundland.com
303 Thorburn Road, Suite 2-D
St John's, Newfoundland, Canada.
A1B 4R1
Tel: 709-722-2413 Tel: 877-332-2413 Fax: 709-753-7646
www.targanewfoundland.com
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