Webb of rally insight

ASPIRING rally stars will have access to expert advice upon signing up for the Marysville-based Great Tarmac Rally next month.
Event director Peter Washington has booked professional co-driver Bernie Webb to run a special introduction session at Marysville on Friday 2 October, the day before round three of the Australian Tarmac Rally Championship.
Webb is the reigning champion and has been rallying at national level for nearly 20 years.
He has competed with factory-backed teams and privateer crews, notching up multiple wins including outright victory in Targa, Tasmania.
Along with driver/business partner, Steve Glenney, he produces Smoothline Stage Notes for every tarmac rally in Australia.
“The introduction session will teach the rookies what to expect on the event, with a particular focus on ‘traps for young players’ as well as how to approach the competitive environment safely,” Webb said.
“Part of Smoothline’s mission is to make tarmac rallying as accessible as possible.
“When I first started in the sport, it was very difficult to tap into knowledge about how to go fast safely. Steve and I have worked hard to change that, and we’re happy to share that information.”
All first-time entrants to the ATRC will be required to attend the session, but both Webb and Washington stress it is open to any of the event’s competitors.
“I’m excited about Bernie agreeing to share some of his knowledge at our event,” Washington said.
“Our touring category lets people put a toe in the water to try tarmac rallying, just using their regular road car with no modifications required.”
This is the second time this year the ATRC has been based in the Yarra Valley.
All roads used during the event will be closed to public use during the competition runs.
Further information is available from Peter Washington on 0418 337 955, or visit www.australiantarmacrally.com.