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Drive iT! Velle Kolde, Chief driVing instruCtor Drive it the way it was DesigneD to be Driven Being a lifelong gear head and automotive enthusiast, I love cars and just about everything that goes with them. This started back when I was very young playing model cars, and it continues on today as I play with the full scale versions. coaching from certified instructors. It���s as much fun as you can have driving your car. As you may know, the club offers three types of ���at the track��� events: Driver Skills, Autocross, and Driver Education. All of the programs provide a safe, structured, and controlled learning environment, with an emphasis on having fun and active participation. PNWR���s driving events are among the finest available anywhere. Here���s my short take on all three: In all these years, some of the most exciting and enjoyable times I have spent with cars has been participating in various PCA ���track��� events. What makes these so exciting Driver skills and enjoyable? You get to drive your Porsche This course teaches valuable car control the way the engineers in Stuttgart designed skills that are applicable to situations we it to be driven. More than that, you get to do face in everyday driving. These skills are so in the safe environment and with expert not taught in conventional driving courses, but really should be. ���Jump on the brakes with both feet and pray��� is not the only response to a potential collision. In my Providing the excellent quality you expect opinion, every driver Protect your investment should participate in Queen City Auto Rebuild Inc. was established a Driver Skills day or in 1970 as a family business specializing in equivalent course. Queen City Auto Rebuild Inc. european vehicles. - Free Estimates - Shuttle service provided - Online vehicle repair tracking - Aluminum repair - Help in managing insurance claims - Rental car service - Porsche club discount Ph (424) 883-3300 7502 159th Pl NE Redmond, WA 98052 www.queencityautorebuild.com 18 April 2011 MAC���S 5015 15th Ave. NW, Seattle WA 98107 (206) 783-1696 SUNMARK 800 118th Ave NE Bellevue, WA 98005 (425) 821-2400 Autocross is an exciting test of driver skill and car handling. This motorsport involves more TPM (turns per minute) than any other, so even though you may not get out of second gear, the experience is intense! It���s also a safe way to learn how to drive your car at its limit. Anyone with an ounce of passion for driving must try autocross at least once. Warning, the next turn is closer than it appears. autocross You have seen car ads on TV with this warning - ���professional driver on a closed course, do not attempt���. In Drivers Education, we put you on a closed course with a qualified instructor so that you can expand your knowledge of driving, develop your driving skills and learn the capabilities of your car. In other words, you will learn to drive your Porsche the way it was designed to be driven, and the way they are driven on the commercials. Drivers eDucation You owe it to yourself to try these great programs. I think they will greatly enhance your Porsche ownership experience. Information and schedules for these events can be found elsewhere here in Spiel, and on the club website. See you at the track. ��� Convertible Tops & Interiors ��� Leather & Headliners ��� Sunroof Install & Repair ��� Water Leak Repair ��� Seat Heaters & Tinting ��� Marine Canvas & Interiors ��� Custom Motorcycle Seats ��� Home & Commercial Recovering / Upholstering FREE ESTIMATES Insurance Claims Specialists ��� Porsche Experts ��� www.mactops.com

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