Spring Nats 2011 - 25th to 27th November 2011
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The Valvoline Springnats event has now confirmed the dates for the Shepparton Victoria event to be the 25th to 27th November 2011.
Important Event Information:
So your have entered or are thinking of entering Autofest then this is an insight of the Event.
Its recommended that you take the time and read the following.
Shepparton Valvoline Springnats to be held at Shepparton Victoria from the 25th to the 27th November 2011.
The venue for the Valvoline Springnats is the Shepparton Showground’s and that offers an ideal central location with its unique, readymade paved areas suited to driving events and indoor/outdoor display areas.
This is your chance to be part of an event that includes side by side action in events such as Go To Whoa, Autorkana, Show N Shine, Dyno Challenge, Cruise Track and the fiercely competitive Burnout Title.
All our events are alcohol free and thus promote a true family atmosphere where spectators are able to enjoy the enthusiasm and excitement of a motor vehicle event in a friendly environment. This has been evident by the fact of strong crowd attendances consisting largely of families of all ages.
Remember; ALL categories of Vehicles are welcomed whether restored, classic or modified!
A highlight of the Australia’s Performance Car scene, the Valvoline Autofest Series is one of the largest festivals within the country and one of the few remaining true street performance car festivals that involve local community groups at each location visited within Australia.
The Autofest concept originated nineteen years ago in Shepparton Victoria growing quickly in popularity year by year which now sees similar events in major Cities within Victoria, New South Wales and South Australia, the festivities promote community and business sideby-side to celebrate motoring enthusiasts, motoring fans and their passions. Throughout the year events are held that celebrate cultural diversity, sporting prowess, world-class driving, the great outdoors, kids of all ages and our heritage of motorsport.
Festival events cross a wide variety of skilled driving skills, trader information booths and motoring displays. These are just the tip of the iceberg of great fun and community celebrations.
Entrants/ Competitors:
Entrants competing within the Driving events must have a current drivers license.
Scrutineering:
Access from High Street;
First thing you do on arrival at Springnats is to head to Scrutineering, this is where you and your car will be checked in. Scrutineering is open Friday 4.00pm to 6.00pm and again Saturday from 8.00am till 1.00pm, if for any reason you cannot make scrutineering at these times contact the office 0417 511557 and a time maybe set outside these times.
At scrutineering you will receive the necessary entrant and buddy passes and your car will be checked for safety and what is check is listed on our website www.autofest.com.au.
Tow Car, Transporter and Trailer Parking:
Access Gate 2 High Street;
Next up is for those with trailers or transporters, these must go to the competitors “Tow Car Park” located on the south east corner of the Showground and these must remain in this area for the duration of the event.
Entrants Vehicles that are towed to the event are entitled to One Free “Tow Car Park” pass, all others must purchase passes available at Scrutineering. Those not wanting to take up this offer or that have family and friends wanting to park, they are welcome to park within the general car park area outside the venue.
Shepparton Valvoline Springnats
The Show N Shine Events:
For those who have entered Only into the Show N Shine and wanting to be indoors are reminded to notify this on their entry form.
There will be two category's Showcar and Streetcar and the difference being that no undercarriage is judged within the Streetcar category.
You will be able to nominate which category is for you at scrutineering.
Those who have entered the Show N Shine Only are reminded that this does not allow for any competitive driving competitions:
The Streetcar Supreme offers the best streeters to compete against one and other in quality and workmanship but without the inclusion of undercarriage judging and awards include authentic, restored, import, classic, exotic, muscle, roddered or customised are all catered for.
The Showcar Masters houses some of Australia’s best cars ever seen, Entrants travel from near and far to show their wares and skilled craftsmanship only to be judged by some of Australia’s best to find the master of all masters in all areas of product, design and delivery.
The Autofest Driving Events:
The Autokana is yet another that entrant’s line up to muster with manoeuvres in forward and reverse and both left and right. This is a true test on one’s ability to get things right or go down in a blaze of glory.
Gain some street cred’ on the Dyno Competition, who has got the most horsepower and the buck stops right here where once and for all the machine tells all. Entrant’s put their mechanical monsters of all sizes on this machine to test their machines against one another to prove who the power monster is.
The Go to Whoa, is another winner of side by side action with all that participate with Entrant’s showing all the Go they can muster and in just 140 metres throwing out all the Anchors trying to tame their monster to pull up before they cross the dreaded finish line.
The Autofest Corkscrew is a test of the brave and talented a task not many get right but many do try to master the coarse set out in the true corkscrew fashion from start to finish, it is really a Go To Whoa but with a serious twist.
The much-loved Burnout competition is a highlight at all of the Autofest Events. Each event attracts
approximately 100 registered entrants fiercely compete for the bragging rights to be crowned burnout king or queen. Surrounded by thousands of cheering spectators, these chosen few go into battle in a high octane of high revving engines, shredding tyres and some may even catch alight on their way to glory or despair, this is car carnage at its best.
Trophy Time:
Awards for all category’s and classes are catered for including; Street Machine, Street Rod, Restored/Authentic, Import, Classic and Exotic Trophy awards to take place approx 6.00pm Sunday.
So that's a taste of what to expect at our upcoming event, remember to keep up with the latest info at
www.autofest.com.au Or by contacting springnats.autofest @bigpond.com
By entering the event you agree to make yourself available for any press or media exposure and approve the use
of any video footage or still photos connected with your participation at this event. Do not exceed the speed limit of 10km. Other entrants and fans will be walking around the event venue including “Tow Car Park” area.
No alcohol. The consumption of alcohol is strictly PROHIBITED within the event site.
Be respectful and courteous to your fellow competitors, volunteers and fans.
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If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact us :
Email : springnats.autofest@bigpond.com
Phone : 0417 511 557
"Street Rods, Street Machines, Kustoms, Imports and Restored/Authentic are all welcomed and Catered For!"
Welcome to Greater Shepparton, a fantastic place to visit all year round. With our friendly communities and temperate climate, it’s an ideal location to enjoy warm summers, just right for the outdoors, and winters, perfect for an indoor indulgence on our wealth of fantastic food and wine.
The Goulburn River forms the backbone and lifeblood of our region, winding its way through beautiful countryside, native forests and fertile farmlands, bringing life to the rich agricultural landscape which has made the area renowned as Australia's food bowl. There are opportunities for nature lovers to enjoy our tranquil waterways with popular pastimes like fishing, boating, walking and relaxing all here to be enjoyed.
Located a leisurely two hour drive from Melbourne, with the Murray River, Bendigo and Victoria's High Country even closer, the region offers the best of both provincial and metropolitan lifestyles.
The vibrant and progressive city of Shepparton is surrounded by thriving smaller communities, where locals invite you to experience a taste of the good life.
Feel immersed in the community as you explore, find yourself enjoying vibrant arts and culture, exciting events, sports and entertainment, history and heritage, convenient shopping experiences, food and wine plus our own very special collection of unique attractions.
Young and old can enjoy the diverse culture and unique arts of our region by visiting the galleries, wineries and orchards or exploring the unique MooovingArt public exhibition, visit http://www.sheppartonmooovingart.com.au/
Get acquainted with Greater Shepparton and enjoy the friendly, relaxed pace of our region.
If you prefer to have the Official Visitors Guide posted to you please email the Greater Shepparton Visitor Information Centre on visitor@shepparton.vic.gov.au with your postal details.
Contact: Visitor Information Centre on 1800 808 839 for more information.
If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact :
Email : springnats@hotmail.com
Phone : 0417 511557
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