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[psmedia]

It’s Friday 😊🍷💥 #ASI19 #motorsport #FridayMotivation #psmedia #makesperfectsense https://www.instagram.com/p/BsxpZbYFZi4/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=5hggiz4vow09

[seniorcorel]

🏁🚗🏎🚜🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 About yesterday, #AutosportInternational in #Birmingham #England - 100% #motorsport #ASI19 (at NECBirmingham) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bsk3oFyFmYP/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=11k889zk15tpp

[hptuners]

We are thrilled to announce that our team will be coming home with some awards from Autosport International! HP Tuners was chosen as the best tuning device at the show, and we also received an award for our brand new booth design. To say that we are honored by this distinction would be an understatement. Autosport International will be taking place until Jan 13th so if you are at the show make sure to stop by our booth #4930 to see what we have to offer. • • • #hptuners #hptuned #hpt #automotive #carlifestyle #horsepower #speed #tuning #ASI19 @autosportdotcom @autosport_international https://www.instagram.com/p/Bsg0R0qlXng/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1dso9h0qaxvrl

[closeracing]

ASI19 - Is it actually worth it?

Autosport International show 2019 was alive and kicking as per usual this year but my love of the show was just not there. The buzz and thrill that I usually have never appeared so I was unsure what I was going to be walking into when I arrived. Would I suddenly become overwhelmed or would I just be walking round with my head in the clouds? Let’s go through what I honestly thought.

I always find that most reviews come from car-mad fans and talk so technical about the wonders of engineering and advances in this and that, so you don’t really get a true reflection of what it is like to just walk around being in one of the most amazing car shows on earth.

There were a lot more cars on display than I remember in previous years, so that is the first check in the box. Not even just the sports cars, race cars, etc. It was more peoples own road cars, street scene cars, or as they are referred to in my neck of the woods, ‘boy racers’. The setup of the show this year really played to the advantage of this, as there was almost a whole hall just dedicated to these amazing display cars.

The auction house was also located at the furthest end of show instead of in the middle. When we eventually found it, it had already started but there was a smaller crowd than we expected. Normally most of the show goers gather round to see what these spectacular finds are being sold for. Plus it is always a great way to see vehicles that you would just never normally get to see in real life. Saying that I also expected to see more cars on display. Previous years it was such a giant part of the show, but this year in my opinion, it flopped. No stock, no audience, no atmosphere.

The street car section defiantly brought the biggest crowd. I found it difficult moving through this section but when you did fight your way to the front, it was worth it. These cars were amazing to see and showed how the industry’s creativeness has just gotten stronger year on year. Everyone and their nan were there with their phones, cameras, full media set up to make sure they got the best photos. I have never seen so many gimbals in one place! It was amazing to see so many people wanting to see these impressive customizations. But I do feel it was more showing off than getting the customers who have paid and travelled along way, involved. It just felt cold of the brands. To me, it was as if they were saying ‘you can’t afford this, so I’m not wasting my time’. If it was me, get the customer involved by getting staff members to walk round talking about who they are, what their company does, how they come up with these designs. Instead it was like this, they had the VIP sitting area at the back of all the stands and most of the staff were just gathered there talking among themselves. So even if I wanted to ask a question or make a purchase I wouldn’t be able to. I know that most of the time it’s worthless questions that they are asked over and over but that is why they are there aren’t they? All that money paid to put your vehicle on display for thousands of people, yet you make no sales? Hmm… Over the years it has been nice seeing brands like Liberty Walk come from one or two cars to one of the main attractions. But again, I felt my interest was cut short by the staff not being interested. Maybe I’m too harsh, but then again I was a paying customer.

There were a lot of charity stands which were great to see, along with stands that you would not normally think would be there. For example, the camper conversions. They show that there is so much more out there than just the car you race. They were in fact very inspiring and how the staff let you get in and use the items so you can get a true feel of the craftsmanship.

Boats – Yes, there was also boats??!! …

Motorsport section. My favourite section. F1 cars, real race cars from Caterham’s to fiestas and every kind of mini you can think of. We even started playing spot the Mazda MX-5! It was wonderful to see as the drivers and owners of the cars where there and a tip for next year, if you ask nicely enough, they let you get in them! Always makes for a good selfie.

There is a big stage where some big names get to speak about their honest thoughts. However, every year this becomes more and more difficult to find out who is on the stage. But I did manage to find it and see a few names form the F1 sense. I preferred the stage this year with it being away from the F1 stand and in one of the quieter sections, this did effect the crowd numbers though.

Crowds were okay this year, everyone seemed to disappear after 14:30 every day. No idea why but it was nice to be able to walk around later on in the day and purchase a few cheeky items.

So the show was good, the crowd was large, the show was bigger than ever, but I still wasn’t smitten. I found there was enough stands to keep me entertained for around an hour or two but after that it was filled with too many gimmick shops. Stands that had no relevance to the Autosport world.  The talk shop stage was good, but not enough people leading these presentations. I would have loved more. Let’s get more cars and items on show and less of the repeats. I did find myself feeling trapped in a Scooby-Do corridor where every 5 stands just repeated.

So my verdict, next year I’ll probably pass, it was like a German car, it was so perfect it almost has no soul. It was nice to go and catch up with friends but I could just as easily pick up the phone. Autosport Show need to step up their game I reckon but I would be interested to know what your opinion is? Did I miss a huge area or presentation of fun?

Fingers crossed you all had fun.

L

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Champion Stars and British Touring Cars all in one Place at Autosport International

2019 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) season kicks off at Autosport International with host of driver announcements, car unveilings and guest appearances on the BTCC Feature presented by Motorsport News

Reigning BTCC Champion Colin Turkington to lead all-star line-up at show alongside Andrew Jordan, Tom Ingram and many more

Selection of 2019 BTCC cars to take pride of place on the feature

Autosport International will take place at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) Birmingham, from 10-13 January 2019*

Autosport International is part of Motorsport Network’s UK title, Autosport – one of the world’s leading print and online motorsport publishers

Tickets to the show are available from: autosportinternational.com

The 2019 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) season will start revving up at Autosport International in January, with a host of star drivers and cars set to attend the world’s biggest pre-season motorsport show.

BTCC champions are confirmed to attend over the weekend with title-holder Colin Turkington performing various duties around the show, including interviews on the Autosport Stage and the BTCC feature presented by Motorsport News, in company with fellow drivers Andrew Jordan and Independents Trophy winner Tom Ingram.

The dedicated BTCC feature presented by Motorsport News will be the perfect place for fans to get up close to the show’s star drivers and to catch a first glimpse of some of the 2019 models set to contest the upcoming season. Visitors can also hear from the current crop of racers at the show with interviews and signing sessions set to take place at the show.

Matt James, Motorsport News Editor, said: “We cannot wait to get the BTCC season off to a flyer at Autosport International. Visitors to the show can expect to hear exclusive announcements on the BTCC feature presented by Motorsport News, along with hearing from a host of the drivers on our live interview stage.

“We will have plenty to talk about as we mull over expectations ahead of the upcoming 2019 season. Fans will also be able to get up close and personal with signing sessions scheduled throughout the weekend. Make sure you join the drivers and a host of 2019 metal on the BTCC feature presented by Motorsport News at Autosport International in January.”

Autosport International and Motorsport News is part of Motorsport Network’s UK title, Autosport – one of the world’s leading print and online motorsport publishers.

Motorsport Network is the world’s largest independent automotive and motorsport-related digital platform, connecting millions of people who love motorsport and cars. The network also creates key industry events including the annual Autosport Awards and the Motorsport Business Leaders’ Forum.

Make sure you head over to www.autosportinternational.com to get your tickets.

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Postcards from @autosport_international Day 4 @ligiersportscars @ligierautomotive @ligieruk #stunning #ASI19 #ligier #motorsport #psmedia #makesperfectsense https://www.instagram.com/p/BskyWWoFtrE/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1kktfp5ur9ay7

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[hptuners]

Autosport International is tomorrow and we are putting the final touches on our booth #4930. Stop by to see two amazing vehicles that we will have on display, and learn about our latest products. The dates of the show are Jan 10th to the 13th and it will be taking place at the NEC in Birmingham, UK. Hope to see you there! • • • #hptuners #hptuned #hpt #automotive #carlifestyle #horsepower #speed #tuning #ASI19 @autosportdotcom @autosport_international https://www.instagram.com/p/BsbIU7QFw8Q/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1dixqes1r0j9o

[psmedia]

Do you need help with Social Media / Website Management for the 2019 season & are you attending the @autosport_international if so @p.s.media6 can help, DM Paul to arrange a chat #psmedia #makesperfectsense #ASI19 https://www.instagram.com/p/BsVNknClg7M/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1bfo6q6t03604

[hptuners]

Starting in just one week is Autosport International at the NEC in Birmingham, UK! Come by our booth 4930 to check out the Mustang and RS7. The show will be taking place from January 10th to the 13th, with the first two days being reserved for people who are involved in the Motorsport industry (trade days). We hope to see you there! • • • #hptuners #hptuned #hpt #automotive #carlifestyle #horsepower #speed #tuning #ASI19 @autosport_international @autosportdotcom https://www.instagram.com/p/BsMN-tVlk21/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=6vnnug82wzd4

[closeracing]

Survival Guide to ASI 19

I have been attending the autosport show for the past three years, and every year I leave feeling exhausted, battered, brusied, emotionally drained and worse of all, like I never want to stand up ever again. In fact last year I refused to leave my hotel bed. In fact I’ve lived in mine since last year. 

 My train of thought was if I could prepare myself for this year then maybe, just maybe it wont be as bad. Which then of course I thought, for those of you that are as unprepared as myself, or who have never attended, you may like to know what’s in my survival guide. Here is the key items I will certainly be taking with me over our two days. I will also be throwing in some key advice as well, so make sure to grab a cuppa and a notepad as you may want to remember these;

1. Comfey shoes - that is a given. But if your like me and cant resist a pair of heels then make sure to take a pair of flats as spare. As even the comfiest of trainers have failed me in the past. There is coat and bag check in points HOWEVER as we found out - do NOT leave these to the last minute to collect as they move everything that is not collected before the closing hour to a room soooooo far away it might as well be in the next town. And don’t think there is nice big arrows on the floor to leading you to where this room is.

That was the last thing you want after walking/standing for the past 10 hours straight.  

2. Water - make sure you take as much water you can stuff in you bag as possible. Oh! Plus anything sugary. You dont want to have to wait in line, pay an extortionate amount for something you can get from tesco’s on the way in for half the price, and you will need the ‘pick me up’.  

We usually try and hit up a small Asda or Tesco express from Birmingham City Centre before getting the train to the NEC. 

TIP:  Try and stay in the city centre and get the train across. It is normally half the price of hotels and parking at the NEC direct. The trains cost us about £5 for a return per day and run regularly so we can pick and chose when we leave. The train station is direct from the city centre and is less than a 10 minute walk into the entrance of the AutoSport Show. 

3. Live Show - honestly we used this for the past few years as a way of making sure we had a scheduled sit down in. It is very hard to find somewhere out of the way and quiet to take half an hour to eat. The show’s stage just is not big enough in my opinion. The show is good but once you have seen it one year it doesn’t change to the next. See once then Skip. 

4. Know your timetable - the show is huge. There are three main parts and if you are wanting to catch a audience with a driver or an award show at a certain time then make sure you keep an eye on it. It is quite hard to get from point A to point B in another segment at the show if your running late. Trust us - WE KNOW. 

TIP: the crowds are dense and people are unpredictable. Someone somewhere will just stop all of a sudden and people will just come out of no where. If you have small kids try get them a balloon so you can spot them in the crowd if they slip away.

5. Take video, not photos - I know there will be hundreds if not thousands of photos online or social media but there is not nothing like getting to relive the sound and experience again later. Last year I seen so much that they never appeared online. Plus it is always nice to then go over things and show friends that didn’t make it to the show. 

6. Don’t be afraid - go up and talk to that person on that stand, even if it is intimidating . It is their job to speak to you. Even if you dont know what to say they will be mostly happy to chat, they wont be stuck to a stand looking like a lemon, bored. Take it from someone who used to be that person. It makes their day when someone shows an interest, even if it is a “hey, what is going on here on your stand?”. 

Plus you’ll probably seem more confident doing it and may even make a contact. 

TIP - As I said previously there are three segments to the show and these change from Trade to Public days. Trade days are Thursday & Friday where as Public is Saturday & Sunday.

The right section around the corner is all cars, show cars, modified cars, large scale items on show. Normally there is the occasional secret quiet seating area and race simulator round here. 

Middle section is where most of the fun happens and is defiantly the most lively. This is where most of the stages, live acution (you pay to go in and view these cars, you cant just walk in. But you can gather round and listen to what these cars go for), motorsport clubs and smaller products for consumers are avaible to buy.  

Left hand side is where some of the food trucks and sitting areas are. This section always houses the most readily avaible items for sale, and random selection of vehicles and people. Last year we seen the rally cross cars and grass root racers next to the now revived Bloodhound. Amazing place to see things you didn’t expect. This section on the public days also houses the younger children play areas, car clubs, and most importantly though, it has the bar.  

 Hopefully these tips will be useful and give you an insight in to the Autosport Show. 

Any questions contact us over social media on our Instagram @CloseRacing or Facebook @CloseRacing. 

 We will be in attendance through out the Friday (Trade Only Days) and Saturday (Public Day).

We hope to see you there, 

Lyndsay