Mark your calendars for May 8th as the AZ ANCA chapter will be holding its 2nd Annual Quattro De Mayo event. We want to make this one even larger than last year and have just started tossing around some ideas for location and activities, and maybe try to get some of the SoCal chapter to cruise over to AZ .

So mark that day on your calendars now and keep tuned to your email for further updates.

Here are two other non-Audi specific events coming up in Arizona that anyone can attend.

Elite Car Cruising Organization Presents April 30th-May1st

1st Innaugural Cannonball Phoenix Spree www.tourecco.com for all information. This is an overnight cruise from Fort McDowell up to Arizona in the fun spirit of the 1970’s Cannonball Run movie (including costumes and a Burt Reynolds look alike). This is open for all cars, and is actually put on by an Audi owner who wants to get some more 4 Ringers involved.

The other is the British European Auto Tour www.beataz.com

This is another cruise from Phx to Flag with all kinds of new and older cars. Registration is limited and event info can be found on the website.

Audi Club SoCal’s next HPDE is March 20-21 (a WEEKEND!) at Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch in Pahrump, NV. This is the perfect holiday present for husband, wife, son or daughter! We will be running the 3.1 mile configuration (as we did last year), so it once again promises to live up to our expectations as our SoCal premier track event.

Registration is now open for this event.

While this is not an official Audi Club event, there will be many Audi (and Volkswagen) enthusiasts participating on this drive.

Check out the AudiZine forums for more information.

ACNA driver’s education event at Buttonwillow
Nov. 12, 2009 Thursday to Nov. 13, 2009 Friday

Here’s a chance to drive your car in a fun, safe, learning environment, on one of the the most fun tracks in Southern California; a chance to learn more about yourself, your driving skills, and your car. Besides which you’ll meet and socialize with a diverse group of people who really enjoy their Audi Brand of cars. What could be better?!

If it is your first or tenth time to an Audi driving event you will have a blast. Novice drivers will spend the morning of the first day in a classroom session and practice driving exercises to learn vehicle dynamics. The class and exercises are designed to enhance your car control skills and knowledge of your car.

During all driving exercises you’ll drive your own car and have club instructors to assist in developing better driving skills. This provides helpful input to ensure you get the most out of the experience in a safe controlled driving environment.

After the car control sessions the balance of the learning is on the track. Run groups are established to allow you to be on track with other drivers of similar experience. Novice students always have an instructor in the car during on track sessions. Passing is allowed only on designated sections of the course, and under controlled circumstances, making for as safe an environment as possible. Time spent on the track without side streets provides a great opportunity to safely learn advanced driving techniques and explore the capabilities of both your car and…and you!

You’ll have a BLAST…guaranteed!

For more information and to register for the event, visit the Southern California Chapter’s website.

It’s That Time Again!

Mark your calendars and be prepared to experience one of Arizona’s largest car shows. The 16th Annual Collector Car Show on January 23, 2010, will feature approximately 500 vehicles, including, but not limited to, street rods, motorcycles, trucks, antique collector cars, and the favorite of PCA-SAR members, many different years and models of the world’s finest built car…. Porsche, which has been a separate Class for several years. Net proceeds from this event support scholarships and grad night activities at Sahuarita High School, including the popular “Car Give Away”.

A Weekend Getaway
The show is hosted on the lush driving range grass of the Tubac Golf Resort and Spa, 1 Otero Road, Tubac, AZ 85646, phone: (520)398-2211, where friends and families share a weekend of fun and relaxation with fellow car collectors and fans. Don’t miss out on the Friday night (1/22/10) BBQ & Cruise. Festivities begin at the Friday Night BBQ and Cruise. BBQ beef, roasted chicken, smoked sausage, and all the “fixins” make this even an annual favorite. Make it a full week-end getaway, by booking your hotel.

A Splendid Event
This year’s event promises to be a great one. Winter is the perfect time of year to enjoy the wonderful Arizona weather, basking under clear skies surrounded by the glistening chrome that decorates some of the world’s greatest automobiles. Over 2000 spectators are expected to pass by our cars. First, second, and third place awards are given, based on ballots from all show participants. Awards will be announced around 3PM.

For more information visit Santa Cruz Valley Car Nuts website.

After over 2 years of on and off talks between STaSIS and both Audi North Scottsdale and Audi Chandler, Audi enthusiasts of new, pre-owned and privately owned cars will be able to safely take their cars to another performance level, all while being under warranty.

From complete turn-key full STaSIS cars right from the showroom floor, to pre-owned cars dressed in some STASIS attire, or parts for your current car, you will now have two places to go and knowledgeable people to work with in both locations to make your Audi stand out from the rest.

STaSIS has a direct site for their productsand are currently expanding their business from Infineion Raceway in Sonoma, CA to now include a facility at Summit Point Raceway in Charleston, WV (which is an awesome road course location). This will bring them easier access to the East Coast and Mid-West while still staying out West to cover our time zone efficiently.

Join the Audi Club Golden Gate for the biggest Driving and Safety Seminar on the Pacific Coast. Meet 150 Audi owners for a weekend full of activities both on and off track. Learn new driving skills and how to better manage your Audi on a world class track. While the driving event is the central part of the weekend there will be lots more. Friday will start with drives, wine tours, golf, with checkin Friday afternoon and evening. During the Friday night reception the movie Truth in 24 will be shown with Audi Sports Bar food available for all attendees. If you have any questions contact gordon@audiclubgoldengate.org. A special discount rate at the headquarters hotel, the Sheraton in Petaluma Sheraton Petaluma. The $139 Audi rate is $20 less than last year. There are only a limited number of rooms at that rate so book now.

Registration and more information.

As the birth place of the “Quattro Club,” the Glacier Lakes Chapter is proud to host the 25th Annual Frank Beddor National Event. Members will be returning to the site of the club’s origins where they will enjoy the original 3-mile track, and the new 2.5 mile “short” track that provides additional challenges. The event will be held Fri Oct 9 – Sun Oct 11, during the peak fall colors season in northern Minnesota. Madden’s Resort on beautiful Gull Lake will be our headquarters and the site of a wide range of activities.

Reserve your room at Madden’s Resort before August 10th and receive a 28% discounted rate.

Friday, Oct 9th

Instructor Development: If you are a driving instructor looking to raise both your driving and teaching capabilities to a higher level you will want to participate in this special day. New challenging exercises are planned to provide you with performance measurements and immediate feedback to help you better understand your vehicle and hone your skills. Here are just a few specifics:

* Special classroom sessions focused on driver improvement and coaching advanced students.
* On-track sessions devoted to corner optimization, “solving” a new corner, driving your best lap, and improving skills in oversteer/understeer situations.
* Continuous lapping opportunities on both the 3.1-mile Donnybrooke Road Course and the new 2.5-mile Competition Road Course.

Audi AG instructor, Uwe Fricker, from Audi Driving Experience will help you maximize the benefits of your participation in the School.

* Advanced Driver Lapping: In addition to the Instructor Development activities, the new 2.5 mile Competition Road Course will be available for advanced drivers looking to get more driving time.
* Vendor exhibits and dealer cars on site.
* Fun Drive for anyone not participating in the driving on Friday, will start around 11:30 and include a lunch stop along the Whitefish chain of lakes. Other on-site activities at Madden’s, including special spa packages, golf, a bonfire on the beach, and many others.

Saturday, Oct 10th

* Driving School with student exercises/classroom in the morning with lapping and classroom in the afternoon.
* Vendor exhibits and dealer cars on site.
* Social with silent auction precedes banquet. Funds will be raised for GLQC Teen Driving Clinics and a yet-to-be-determined charity.
* Banquet with tribute to founder, Frank Beddor, with live auction, door prizes, and special guests from Audi AG and Audi of America.

Sunday, Oct 11th

* Driving School continues with lapping and classroom.
* Vendor exhibits and dealer cars on site.

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Reserve your room with Madden’s before August 10th to receive a 28% discount.

1. Click here to register through MotorsportReg.com
2. At the end of the MSR registration, you’ll have the opportunity to complete the on-line Madden’s Resort Reservation. You can complete your resort reservation online & enter the Group ID: #7094 & Password: 1568. Follow Steps 1-4 or download a copy of the Madden’s Resort Registration form, print it out, fill it in, and mail it to Madden’s.

Dear Audi Club Members,

Here is a chance for you to show off your vintage Audi! Sarah Toycen, Communications Specialist, Audi of America is looking for vintage vehicles to display at AoA’s upcoming press event in Napa Valley, August 25-27. AoA is looking for vehicles that are in good condition (not necessarily drivable) and can be displayed outside uncovered. The less race car oriented the better. AoA has access to cars within the marketing department that are race oriented (S1, RS6, etc.) but are looking for other cars to help tell the story of progression.

AoA will cover the cost to transport the cars to and from the event, and will ship the cars in an enclosed carrier. Alternatively, AoA is flexible and will follow any shipping request the owner may have. The cars need to arrive in Napa Valley on August 24th and will be loaded out on August 27th. A professional vehicle logistics company will handle the vehicles, place them where needed and maintain them (wipe down regularly) upon arrival, until departure.

The event will take place at the Carernos Inn and will involve 55 automotive and lifestyle journalists. If someone is interested in supplying a vehicle please contact Sarah Toycen and she will work out the details with the owner directly.

Thank you!

May 2nd 12-4pm

Location: Audi North Scottsdale “track”

What to bring: Your shiny Audi and any friends/family that want to attend. Folding chairs to sit by your car if you choose.

Who: Audi Club NA members and prospective members

What: Hang out and get to know your other club members

Food: Food will be provided for ACNA members (no alcohol allowed)

Good Speed Performance Labs will be on site with products for Audi and lending their performance knowledge.

Technician clinic with safety inspections on your car. Service department will be open for club members only

Best of show based on participant voting.

Possible raffle prices and/or discount on products.

More to come….

To RSVP contact Brian McCauley.