DRIVER SELECTION

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If you're interested in becoming a driver, we are constantly looking to provide affordable access and opportunities to drivers to follow their passion. We focus on finding individuals, who - if selected - will potentially be taking one of our 6 seats and competing in a racing season in the Victorian State Circuit Racing Championship, held in Sandown Raceway, Winton Raceway, Calder Park Raceway, and Phillip Island GP Circuit. 

DRIVER SELECTION PROCESS:

Step 1 - Expression Of Interest: The applicant submits an expression of interest, including a brief introduction about the individual and her/his driving experience. Please note prior driving/racing experience is not essential. 

Step 2 - Introductory Meeting: Informal interview and an introductory meeting at Akurra Motorsport's factory, in order to meet & greet and ensure the candidate is a good fit for the team. This is also an opportunity to further discuss and explain the requirements, expectations, schedule, costs etc.. 

Step 3 - Race Apparel: If applicable/necessary, the team facilitates the supply of the required Race Apparel for the selected candidate, in preparation for a test day.  The clothing items (listed below) must comply with a specific level of FIA safety certification, therefore generic items are not allowed to be used.

· Helmet

· HANS device

· HANS Helmet posts (to attach the HANS to the helmet)

· Balaclava 

· Underwear (Tops & Bottoms)

· Socks

· Race Suit

· Race boots

· Gloves 

Step 4 - Test & Evaluation Day: The selected candidate drives one of the team's Formula Vee cars at a race track (Calder Park Raceway or Winton Raceway) in order for the team management to evaluate the candidate's potential and baseline her/his skills. 

Step 5 - Racing Licence:  The team facilitates the issue of the required Motorsport Australia Circuit Racing Licence for the selected candidate.

Step 6 - Car Allocation: The team allocates a car for the selected candidate for her/his to drive for the racing season, and conducts all the necessary safety briefs, seat fitting, controls familiarisation etc.. 

Step 7 - Practice Day: The team organises a practice day for the selected candidate to practice driving the allocated car at a race track (Winton Raceway).

Step 8 - Racing Season: The selected candidate joins the other team drivers in competing in a racing season in the Victorian State Circuit Racing Championship.