December 23, 2004
6th Setra Grand Prix on the Nürburgring
Ulm. From April 1 to 3, 2005, the Nürburgring will be hosting the Setra Grand Prix 2005. This will be the sixth time Setra has staged this highly popular competition, whose motto is "Training. Hands-on. Unforgettable.� The event, in which a maximum of 120 coach drivers from all over Europe and the USA can take part, combines elements of both competition and training. The challenging practical exercises are aimed at perfecting the skills required in driving a modern touring coach. In the "safety training" section, drivers are required to demonstrate their ability to handle critical situations such as taking evasive action on a slippery road surface. In the "economical driving" section, they must drive at a high average speed but consume as little fuel as possible, while in the "test of skill", they must show they can control the bus expertly in a variety of difficult driving situations.
- Competition for a maximum of 120 coach drivers
- Motto: Training. Hands-on. Unforgettable.
These practical exercises will be backed up by competent information from Setra on all aspects of the coach driver's job. At an evening reception, the winner will be presented with the Grand Prix challenge cup. Setra brand spokesman Werner Staib emphasises the practical benefits of the competi-tion: "This event allows us to cultivate personal contact with operators and drivers. At the same time, it offers drivers experience which can prove in-valuable in day-to-day operation."
Conditions for entry
The 6th Setra Grand Prix is open to anyone who drives a coach regularly and has a valid coach driving licence. Setra is also particularly keen for fe-male drivers to take part. Participants will be selected by draw. Only one driver will be accepted per company.
Entry is free of charge. Applications can be sent by e-mail to setragrandprixanmeldung@evobus.com, stating the full name of the driver, company name, full postal address and driver's age. Applications can also be sent by post to Setra Omnibusse, Kennwort "Grand Prix 2005", Postfach 2660,
D-89016 Ulm. The closing date for entries is February 25, 2005.
The history of the Setra Grand Prix
The Setra Grand Prix, the meeting for coach professionals, was launched in 1992 and is a highly regarded event in the international bus and coach community. The 120 participants in the last Setra Grand Prix, held in 2003, came from 21 different countries.
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