Q.Honda Launches India's First Motorsports Helpline Number

[USER="42"]CorsaVeloce[/USER] Volkswagen started with the Polo Cup, right? How was the talent selection procedure back then? I haven't heard of much action happening from the TRD, though. Do they organize track days at the BIC or something?

[URL="https://www.zigwheels.com/forum/profile/40"]Praveen[/URL], this is great news! Over the last 5 years, motorsports is growing a lot in the country and it only makes sense that people interested in the sport get a go at it. Car and Bike manufacturers play a big role in this entire process as usually they are the ones with big marketing budgets that can accomodate events like these. The first manufacturers to get into this space was Volkswagen, and they took the gamble back in 2009. SInce then, Mercedes, Toyota have jumped on the band wagon.

Great news to all aspiring racers! Honda has launched a dedicated helpline for aspiring racers. Aspirants who are looking forward to making a career in motorsports can contact [B]0124-6712863 [/B]and talented racers will be mentored at Honda Ten10 Racing academy pit stops all over the country. Honda will also provide all technical support as well race-prepped motorcycles to all the aspirants. [ATTACH=CONFIG]n13047[/ATTACH] Honda has also unveiled the road-map for 2016 race season by the debut of first ever full-fledged season for Honda Women Racers with 10 Women riders to take to the grid for season’s first exclusive race. The ninth edition of the Honda One Make Race will commence from June 24 onwards, marking the beginning of the motorsports season. [B]2016 season opener:[/B] * Honda One Make Race (HOMR) Round 1 to kick-off from June 24 at Kari Motor Speedway, Coimbatore * New season marks the debut of first ever full-fledged season for Honda Women Racers * 10 Women riders will take to the grid for season’s first exclusive race * 53 riders to compete in CBR 150R Open category and 250R Open category [B]New race-prepped versions of CBR 250R and CBR 150R, developed by Honda’s India R&D team has also been unveiled:[/B] * CBR 250R upgrades modified with Honda racing kit - includes new wiring harness with remapping option, advanced racing body cowl kit & equipped with endurance exhaust * CBR 150R gets a reprogrammed ECU & endurance exhaust Unveiling Honda’s grand plans for promoting motorsports in India, Mr Prabhu Nagaraj, Vice President, Customer Service, HMSI, said, “Motorsport has been in Honda’s DNA from the inception. There is something about motor racing that grabs the imagination of almost everyone. At Honda, we are delighted to announce the launch of our [B]Help Line – 0124-6712863[/B] through which we will be able help youngsters dreaming about a career in motorsports, actually achieve it.” Elaborating on Honda’s vision for competitive racing for women, Mr Nagaraj said, “It is always Honda’s endeavor to bring new categories and excitement into the race. Following an overwhelming response from participants, and support from the motorsport fraternity, we are pleased to announce a full-season of Honda Exclusive Women Race.” [B]Honda Ten10 Racing Academy[/B] Besides announcing the return of the 2016 season, Honda racing team also announced the dates and venues for the 5 sessions of for Honda Ten 10 Racing Training Academy. The HTRA offers an opportunity to participants to blossom their talent and build a career in motorsports. Indicative of the rising interest and popularity of motorsport in India, the training session typically receive received participation from 20 two-wheeler racing enthusiasts, spanning between the age-groups 17 to 30; from various parts of the country including Chennai, Hyderabad, Ambala, Pune, Guwahati, Mysore, and Bengaluru. Post the session, Honda Ten10 Racing Academy issued the Level 1 certificate to participants, rendering them eligible to participate in two-wheeler road racing championship organized by Madras Motorsports Club. [B]HONDA Ten10 RACING ACADEMY CALENDAR, 2016[/B] [B]Session 1[/B] Kari Motor Speedway, Coimbatore-- July 2016 [B]Session 2[/B] Madras Motor Race Track, Chennai-- August 2016 [B]Session 3[/B] Mumbai/Goa-- September 2016 [B]Session 4[/B] Buddh International Circuit, G.Noida-- November, 2016 [B]Session 5[/B] Bangalore-- December 2016 Even though Honda's performance motorcycles in the country are a bit long in the tooth now, it is a commendable effort by them to support and improve the motorsports scene in India. Good job, Honda! [USER="42"]CorsaVeloce[/USER] , What do you think?