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Radical East USA Proposes New Spec Racing Series with Historic Sportscar Racing

12th October 2010

Looking to build on the increasing worldwide popularity of Radicals unique single marquee racing concept, Radical East USA proposes a new Spec series with emphasis on cost effective competitive racing for gentleman drivers utilizing the New Radical SR3 RS.

The RS is built to be a forgiving, fun to drive sports racer with the driver piloting an open cockpit Lemans prototype style race car.  The Driver sits surrounded by a carbon steel space frame chassis forming an integral safety cell featuring an aluminum honeycomb front crash structure complying with FIA Production Sports Car Crash Test.  Power comes from the reliable 1340cc double overhead cam 4 cylinder Powertec Suzuki K8 “Busa” dry sump engine with extended refresh schedule and sealed ECU, delivering 210bhp / 130 ft lbs through a 6 speed manual sequential transmission and a Quaiffe limited slip gear drive system. The two seater cockpit, ideal for driver training. Four pot Radical calipers with vented discs on each corner endear the SR3 RS with awesome stopping power. The uncanny grip is provided by the high down force Aero Pak working with Bespoke Dunlop slick tires. Weight is 1320lbs.

A true Spec series run in conjunction with HSR in which the driver is the lone determining factor, so no additional car modifications are permitted. Initial plans call for 2011 preliminary races sanctioned by HSR (proposed) on select weekends. Racers will compete for both Sprint & Endurance racing formats.

Control Tires and series scrutineer to minimize cost and ensure equal competition

2 races plus practice & qualifying per weekend. Additional points for fastest lap & pole position

Driver training programs and top quality hospitality for entrants guests and sponsors

Races to be run on legendary tracks such as Daytona, Sebring, Road America, Watkins Glen, Road Atlanta and other premier venues

All series cars are exclusively supplied & prepared by Radical East USA and/or Radical Motorsports New Jersey. Arrive & drive programs will be offered featuring full driver support, vehicle transportation & hospitality

Special Launch promotion discount to first (12) HSR founding series participants: receive $12,000.00 factory rebate on Spec series vehicles

To view the series specification for the SR3 RS, click here.

Download the Radical HSR Spec Series Brochure.

For more information, contact Barry Smith: +001 516 526 5614