Returning champions and drivers, new faces and Micra Cup TV all debut this weekend during the first races for the 2018 Nissan Micra Cup
After winning over spectators and drivers alike with spectacular races and a welcoming family-friendly atmosphere, the Nissan Micra Cup returns for its fourth season with exciting new additions. The season kicks off in Ontario at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park on May 19.
Race sponsor Nissan Canada and series promoter JD Promotions & Compétition announced this winter that the Nissan Micra Cup has been extended through the end of 2020, with twelve annual races over six events. For the first time in the series’ history, the races will be split evenly between Ontario and Quebec, including two visits to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, one return to Calabogie, two trips to the Circuit Mont-Tremblant and one weekend at Grand Prix de Trois-Rivières.
While the total number of events has remained unchanged, many other refreshing updates will be apparent on and off the track.
Fan-favourites return, newcomers debut
Close to 30 drivers are registered for the 2018 season, including 2015 and 2017 champion Olivier Bédard, looking to defend his title. He will be representing a new team this year, leaving last year’s champions Speed ‘n’ Sports, and joining SolidXPerts with Nissan Micra Cup veteran Alex Habrich.
Kevin King will be leading the chase pack after a successful 2017, placing third overall and leading the team champions Speed ‘n’ Sports. Also returning is 2017 Senior Class champion, Normand Boyer and multi-time podium finisher, Valérie Limoges. Series newcomers Marc Héroux – two-time Quebec Super Production Challenge champion – and American Mike Ogren could also surprise the field as challengers.
Albertan driver Stefan Rzadzinski will be noticeably absent from this year’s series as his Nissan Micra Cup success propelled his career into the Porsche GT3 Cup competition.
As part of a three-year agreement, Mobil 1 Racing and Pirelli are joint series title sponsors, as the official oil distributer and tire supplier, respectively.
The kick-off for new Facebook live series, Micra Cup TV, hosted by Antoine Joubert
Another new addition this year is the debut of Micra Cup TV, hosted by well-known Quebec auto reporter Antoine Joubert. Micra Cup TV will allow off-site fans to follow the races live, while enjoying the ambiance of the Nissan Micra Cup. The show will be broadcast live on the Micra Cup Facebook page, beginning Saturday at 11:10 a.m. and Sunday at 3:10 p.m. The live videos and reports will be available on the Micra Cup TV YouTube channel, following the race.
Nissan owners getting track time
A popular staple of the first race of the season is Sunday’s track parade, where Nissan Micra and Nissan Z owners can take an unforgettable drive on the Ontario circuit – formerly home to the first Formula 1 Grand Prix du Canada. To register free of charge, owners can fill out the online form at www.micracup.com/eventregistration. Nissan Canada is also offering two free tickets to the full series of events, for each Nissan Micra owner who registers on the website.
With highly anticipated races, Nissan Micra Cup driver autograph sessions, a paddock open to all spectators and live Nissan Micra Cup social media reports all weekend, the first event of the 2018 Nissan Micra Cup is shaping up to fantastic weekend!
Nissan Micra Cup on-track sessions:
· Practice session: Friday, May 18, 8:50 a.m. to 9:20 a.m.
· Qualifying: Friday, May 18, 1:50 p.m. to 2:20 p.m.
· First race: Saturday, May 19, 11:10 a.m. to 11:40 a.m.
· Second race: Sunday, May 20, 3:10 p.m. to 3:40 p.m.
2018 Nissan Micra Cup calendar:
May 18 to 20 Victoria Day Weekend SpeedFest, Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, Ontario
June 2 to 3 Kyle Nash Memorial, Calabogie Motorsports Park, Ontario
July 27 to 29 Summer Classic, Circuit Mont-Tremblant, Québec
August 10 to 12 Grand Prix de Trois-Rivières, Québec
August 24 to 26 NASCAR Weekend, Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, Ontario
September 21 to 23 Fall Classic, Circuit Mont-Tremblant, Québec
Returning champions and drivers, new faces and Micra Cup TV all debut this weekend during the first races for the 2018 Nissan Micra Cup
Canadian Tire Motorsport Park will host the first of six 2018 events this weekend.
After winning over spectators and drivers alike with spectacular races and a welcoming family-friendly atmosphere, the Nissan Micra Cup returns for its fourth season with exciting new additions. The season kicks off in Ontario at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park on May 19.
Race sponsor Nissan Canada and series promoter JD Promotions & Compétition announced this winter that the Nissan Micra Cup has been extended through the end of 2020, with twelve annual races over six events. For the first time in the series’ history, the races will be split evenly between Ontario and Quebec, including two visits to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, one return to Calabogie, two trips to the Circuit Mont-Tremblant and one weekend at Grand Prix de Trois-Rivières.
While the total number of events has remained unchanged, many other refreshing updates will be apparent on and off the track.
Fan-favourites return, newcomers debut
Close to 30 drivers are registered for the 2018 season, including 2015 and 2017 champion Olivier Bédard, looking to defend his title. He will be representing a new team this year, leaving last year’s champions Speed ‘n’ Sports, and joining SolidXPerts with Nissan Micra Cup veteran Alex Habrich.
Kevin King will be leading the chase pack after a successful 2017, placing third overall and leading the team champions Speed ‘n’ Sports. Also returning is 2017 Senior Class champion, Normand Boyer and multi-time podium finisher, Valérie Limoges. Series newcomers Marc Héroux – two-time Quebec Super Production Challenge champion – and American Mike Ogren could also surprise the field as challengers.
Albertan driver Stefan Rzadzinski will be noticeably absent from this year’s series as his Nissan Micra Cup success propelled his career into the Porsche GT3 Cup competition.
As part of a three-year agreement, Mobil 1 Racing and Pirelli are joint series title sponsors, as the official oil distributer and tire supplier, respectively.
The kick-off for new Facebook live series, Micra Cup TV, hosted by Antoine Joubert
Another new addition this year is the debut of Micra Cup TV, hosted by well-known Quebec auto reporter Antoine Joubert. Micra Cup TV will allow off-site fans to follow the races live, while enjoying the ambiance of the Nissan Micra Cup. The show will be broadcast live on the Micra Cup Facebook page, beginning Saturday at 11:10 a.m. and Sunday at 3:10 p.m. The live videos and reports will be available on the Micra Cup TV YouTube channel, following the race.
Nissan owners getting track time
A popular staple of the first race of the season is Sunday’s track parade, where Nissan Micra and Nissan Z owners can take an unforgettable drive on the Ontario circuit – formerly home to the first Formula 1 Grand Prix du Canada. To register free of charge, owners can fill out the online form at www.micracup.com/eventregistration. Nissan Canada is also offering two free tickets to the full series of events, for each Nissan Micra owner who registers on the website.
With highly anticipated races, Nissan Micra Cup driver autograph sessions, a paddock open to all spectators and live Nissan Micra Cup social media reports all weekend, the first event of the 2018 Nissan Micra Cup is shaping up to fantastic weekend!
Nissan Micra Cup on-track sessions:
· Practice session: Friday, May 18, 8:50 a.m. to 9:20 a.m.
· Qualifying: Friday, May 18, 1:50 p.m. to 2:20 p.m.
· First race: Saturday, May 19, 11:10 a.m. to 11:40 a.m.
· Second race: Sunday, May 20, 3:10 p.m. to 3:40 p.m.
2018 Nissan Micra Cup calendar:
May 18 to 20 Victoria Day Weekend SpeedFest, Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, Ontario
June 2 to 3 Kyle Nash Memorial, Calabogie Motorsports Park, Ontario
July 27 to 29 Summer Classic, Circuit Mont-Tremblant, Québec
August 10 to 12 Grand Prix de Trois-Rivières, Québec
August 24 to 26 NASCAR Weekend, Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, Ontario
September 21 to 23 Fall Classic, Circuit Mont-Tremblant, Québec
After winning over spectators and drivers alike with spectacular races and a welcoming family-friendly atmosphere, the Nissan Micra Cup returns for its fourth season with exciting new additions. The season kicks off in Ontario at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park on May 19.
Race sponsor Nissan Canada and series promoter JD Promotions & Compétition announced this winter that the Nissan Micra Cup has been extended through the end of 2020, with twelve annual races over six events. For the first time in the series’ history, the races will be split evenly between Ontario and Quebec, including two visits to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, one return to Calabogie, two trips to the Circuit Mont-Tremblant and one weekend at Grand Prix de Trois-Rivières.
While the total number of events has remained unchanged, many other refreshing updates will be apparent on and off the track.
Fan-favourites return, newcomers debut
Close to 30 drivers are registered for the 2018 season, including 2015 and 2017 champion Olivier Bédard, looking to defend his title. He will be representing a new team this year, leaving last year’s champions Speed ‘n’ Sports, and joining SolidXPerts with Nissan Micra Cup veteran Alex Habrich.
Kevin King will be leading the chase pack after a successful 2017, placing third overall and leading the team champions Speed ‘n’ Sports. Also returning is 2017 Senior Class champion, Normand Boyer and multi-time podium finisher, Valérie Limoges. Series newcomers Marc Héroux – two-time Quebec Super Production Challenge champion – and American Mike Ogren could also surprise the field as challengers.
Albertan driver Stefan Rzadzinski will be noticeably absent from this year’s series as his Nissan Micra Cup success propelled his career into the Porsche GT3 Cup competition.
As part of a three-year agreement, Mobil 1 Racing and Pirelli are joint series title sponsors, as the official oil distributer and tire supplier, respectively.
The kick-off for new Facebook live series, Micra Cup TV, hosted by Antoine Joubert
Another new addition this year is the debut of Micra Cup TV, hosted by well-known Quebec auto reporter Antoine Joubert. Micra Cup TV will allow off-site fans to follow the races live, while enjoying the ambiance of the Nissan Micra Cup. The show will be broadcast live on the Micra Cup Facebook page, beginning Saturday at 11:10 a.m. and Sunday at 3:10 p.m. The live videos and reports will be available on the Micra Cup TV YouTube channel, following the race.
Nissan owners getting track time
A popular staple of the first race of the season is Sunday’s track parade, where Nissan Micra and Nissan Z owners can take an unforgettable drive on the Ontario circuit – formerly home to the first Formula 1 Grand Prix du Canada. To register free of charge, owners can fill out the online form at www.micracup.com/eventregistration. Nissan Canada is also offering two free tickets to the full series of events, for each Nissan Micra owner who registers on the website.
With highly anticipated races, Nissan Micra Cup driver autograph sessions, a paddock open to all spectators and live Nissan Micra Cup social media reports all weekend, the first event of the 2018 Nissan Micra Cup is shaping up to fantastic weekend!
Nissan Micra Cup on-track sessions:
· Practice session: Friday, May 18, 8:50 a.m. to 9:20 a.m.
· Qualifying: Friday, May 18, 1:50 p.m. to 2:20 p.m.
· First race: Saturday, May 19, 11:10 a.m. to 11:40 a.m.
· Second race: Sunday, May 20, 3:10 p.m. to 3:40 p.m.
2018 Nissan Micra Cup calendar:
May 18 to 20 Victoria Day Weekend SpeedFest, Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, Ontario
June 2 to 3 Kyle Nash Memorial, Calabogie Motorsports Park, Ontario
July 27 to 29 Summer Classic, Circuit Mont-Tremblant, Québec
August 10 to 12 Grand Prix de Trois-Rivières, Québec
August 24 to 26 NASCAR Weekend, Canadian Tire Motorsport Park, Ontario
September 21 to 23 Fall Classic, Circuit Mont-Tremblant, Québec