Thunder, lightening, and a sick engine ruined the Italian Grand Prix for the female powerboating champions Shelley Jory and Audrienne Ciantar.
The sun was shining for the Italian Grand Prix from 3-5 July, and in extreme heat Southamptoner Shelley and her race partner Audreinne, in Iko Casa 44, put in a grand performance in the sprint race of the Italian Grand Prix, at San Benedetto Del Tronto. They took a strong third place on the podium and secured their championships points following the fantastic win at the Turkish Grand Prix in June. Seagull Chaudron, the girls’ team boss took first place, and Team Bahia a good second.
The Endurance race was not so much fun. The girls made…Â Details
During the APBA (American Power Boat Association) annual meeting in Raleigh, N. C., the Racing Commission received and reviewed bids for the 2009 North American Championships.
After hearing from the various circuits, groups and clubs seeking the championship rights, the championship title was awarded to Powerboat Superleague and their location choice – Marietta, Ohio.
The Formula Two (SST120) and Formula Three (SST 60) North American Championship races will be held in Marietta during the 10th Annual Marietta Riverfront Roar Powerboat Regatta, July 11-12.
The excellent location, the area’s longstanding appreciation of Superleague powerboat racing…Â Details
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering allowing the introduction of E15 ethanol gasoline for marine engines. The agency`s comment deadline is July 20.
Boat Owners Association of The United States and the National Marine Manufacturers Association are urging every boater in America to speak out on the issue.
BoatU.S. and the NMMA are concerned because boat engines are not designed, calibrated or certified for use with gasoline containing more than 10 percent ethanol. Recreational boat warranty documents and manufacturers owner’s manuals currently advise boaters not to use gasoline containing more than 10 percent ethanol, and therefore, the use of E15 in marine engines could void engine warranties and damage motors and fuel systems.
In March, Growth Energy, a pro-ethanol lobbying organization, and 54 ethanol producers petitioned the EPA to allow an increase in the amount of ethanol in gasoline from 10 percent (E10) to 15 percent (E15).