Tri-Auto Cup - Series Champion: Johnnypenso

[SagarisGTB]

Series Spreadsheet
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Corvette vs Lexus IS-F vs Skyline GT-R
GM vs Toyota vs Renault-Nissan
Michelin vs Yokohama vs Bridgestone

Welcome to the Tri-Auto Cup. This weekly racing series consists of three 40-minute races on GT original tracks contested by three GT-class racing cars. Racing will be realistic, but also compact and easy to get into as the cars are fun and easy to drive. All cars will race at the same weight (1190 kg) and are well-balanced by PP restrictions. Drivers are allowed to adjust power and aerodynamics. Points are awarded after each race event based on qualifying and race positions.
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Post Outline

1. Key Info, Notes
2. The Cars
3. Technical Regulations
4. Event Settings and Procedure
5. Sporting Regulations
6. Points System
7. Race Schedule
8. Entry List
9. Standings and Results

Key Information
Who?

• You
• Anybody interested in clean, fast, GT racing

When?

• Races take place on Sundays
• Pre-race practice at 2:30 pm CDT (7:30 pm GMT)
• Qualifying at 3:00 pm CDT (8:00 GMT)
• Race follows qualifying
• Race events should conclude at approximately 4:00 pm CDT (9:00 pm GMT)

Where?

• Races will take place in the lounge of series director ‘sagarismic’, so please send a FR to this PSN handle.

Notes
Time conversion: Qualifying starts at 1 pm PDT/ 3 pm CDT/ 4 pm EDT/ 9 pm BST/ 10 pm CEST.

Prizes
Champion will receive one (1) LV 22 Class Gift Car Coupon
Runner-up will receive one (1) LV 8 Class Gift Car Coupon
All participants who finish at least 2 of the 3 races will receive any one (1) Premium car of their choice (must be tradeable).

• It is prohibited to change cars during the season
• Racing numbers are available on a first come first serve basis
• Drivers may not change their chassis colour or racing number during the season
• All numbers are available for any car, it is recommended that you use Car Number Font Type 1

Velocity Yellow Tintcoat (from Chevrolet) shown
Car: P Chevrolet Corvette Z06 (C6) RM ’06
PP: 610 PP
Weight: 1190 kg​

Black (from Lexus) shown
Car: P Lexus IS F RM ’07
PP: 620 PP
Weight: 1190 kg
Engine, exhaust and intake upgrades are permitted for the Lexus IS-F RM​

Brilliant Blue* (from Nissan) shown
Car: P Nissan SKYLINE GT-R R34 TC
PP: 624 PP
Weight: 1190 kg

*Brilliant Blue can be purchased in the New Car Dealership on the Nissan Silvia Spec R Aero (S15) ‘02​

• Weight: 1190 Kg
• Max HP: N/A
• Max PP: Varies by car
• Adjustable LSD, Torque Sensing Center Differential and Chassis Reinforcement are optional
• Unspecified upgrades are NOT allowed (No engine, intake, exhaust and turbo upgrades)
• Racing Hard tires are mandatory at all times (Qualification sessions and races)
• Driving aids are NOT permitted, except for ABS (SFR, TSC, ASM and active steering are all strictly prohibited)
• Repainting the chassis after participation in a championship race is not permitted

Qualifying Procedure
Before qualifying, the track will be reset and drivers will enter the pits in stages: first the Corvettes, then the IS-Fs and then the Skyline GT-Rs. When all cars are in the pits, the race director will declare the track green with “Q1 GREEN” and qualifying Session 1 (Q1) will commence. Qualifying Session 1 will last 8 minutes. When Session 1 (Q1) is finished, the race director will conclude the session and all drivers will return to the lounge.

After the race director has recorded the session 1 times, the race director will call the highest finishing drivers to the pits for the Super Lap Session. The Super Lap Session will determine the order of the grid for the top 4-6 places and determine the qualifying points. The number of drivers that will participate in the Super Lap Session is dependant on the number of drivers that entered into Session 1: 4 if 5-8 drivers set a lap time in Session 1, 5 if 9-11 drivers set a lap time in Session 1, and 6 if 12-15 drivers set a lap time in Session 1. Drivers that do not qualify for the Super Lap Session would be locked into their Session 1 grid position and would watch the Super Lap Session from the lounge. It is forbidden to change settings in between Q1 and the Super Lap Session. The Super Lap Session consists of a warm up lap and ONE flying lap. After the race director declares the track green by declaring “SUPER LAP GREEN”, the drivers will enter the track and do their lap. It is the responsibility of the drivers involved to give themselves room on the track and not to purposefully impede other drivers.

During qualifying, the race director will refer to drivers using abbreviations that consist of the first three alphabetical letters in their PSN.

Race Procedure
After qualifying has been completed, the race director will reset the track. The race director will then call drivers to enter the pits in stages (as before): first the Corvettes, then the IS-Fs and then the Skyline GT-Rs. When all cars are in the pits, the race director will start the race. Once the race starts, all drivers must hold the brakes and wait to be called. Drivers will be called in qualifying order to create the grid; once called, drivers will proceed around the track to the line-up area (light blue). Drivers will line-up in single file, stop and wait for the race to start. Once all drivers have lined up, the race director will give the start signal: “START”. At this point, the pole sitting driver will slowly drive (maximum 60 mph / 100 km/h) and lead the field to start the race. At the start point (Yellow/orange mark), the leading driver may go full speed; however, overtaking is prohibited until the start line (start of lap 2). Purposefully slowing to hold up drivers behind you before the start is strictly prohibited.

Before the race start, the race director will refer to drivers using abbreviations that consist of the first three alphabetical letters in their PSN.

Line-up area: in blue
“Go” point / start point: Yellow mark / orange crest

For the preseason race, the line-up area will be the same as on Trial Mountain Reverse. The start point will be at the start of the last sector.

Event Settings

• Start type: Grid Start
• Penalty: None
• Mechanical Damage: Light
• Slipstream Strength: Weak
• Tire Wear/Fuel Consumption: On
• Grip Reduction on wet Track/Track Edge: Real

 

[SagarisGTB]

• GTP online rules are in effect unless stated otherwise: be considerate of fellow racers and give them space when racing side-by-side
• Two wheels must be on the circuit at all times (specifics will be given at every venue, however white lines or rumble strips usually denote the extent of the usable track. These are both considered part of the track; however, anything beyond this is not.)
• No intentional swerving on the straights and no sudden changes of direction when in close proximity to another vehicle
• Any driving considered dangerous or overly aggressive, even when defending a position, may be penalized
• Contact with other vehicles is strictly prohibited: if you accidentally impede another vehicle through contact, you must allow the driver to retake his position to avoid penalty
• Overtaking while outside the confines of the circuit is strictly prohibited
• Gaining any advantage by exiting and reentering the circuit (i.e. cutting corners) is strictly prohibited
• If you accidentally leave the circuit, you must yield to oncoming traffic before returning to the track; rejoining the track in a dangerous manner will be penalized
• Driving on track in the opposite direction of the intended race direction is strictly prohibited at all times
• Any driver is permitted to, but not required to, pit at any time during the race for fuel or new tires
• When exiting the pit lane, be considerate of oncoming traffic
• When entering the pit lane, move off the racing as soon as possible and do not decelerate abruptly until you are completely off the racing line (as to not obstruct fellow racers)
• When entering the pit lane, do not cross the solid yellow line at Grand Valley Speedway; it is illegal to make a late dive into the pit lane
• Lapped traffic must cede their position and not obstruct leading cars; as a general guideline, move off the racing line and slow down when being lapped during cornering or on a straight
• Any penalties are at the discretion of the series director (me); standard penalties are: 15 second time penalty, 30 second time penalty and disqualification, however other penalties may be applied if the series director sees fit
• The series director may consult drivers in the enforcement of any penalties, if it is so required
• Any driver has the right to report an incident, even if said driver did not participate in it
• Reporting incidents must be done by way of the GTplanet private messaging system and not in public
• After any penalties are enforced (or before, for that matter), a driver has the right to appeal and state his/her case
• Be respectful to your fellow drivers and the series director at all times; any foul language or intentionally degrading remarks will not be tolerated

I think that’s all. If you need clarification on anything stated (or simply not stated) above, please ask.

Track Specific Regulations

On Trial Mountain, Trial Mountain Reverse and Autumn Ring, all hard surfaces are track and there are no special pit lane entry regulations. Remember, you must have two wheels on/over the track at all times.

Grand Valley Speedway regulations

When entering and exiting the pit-lane at Grand Valley, do not cross the solid yellow line. You may cross the broken yellow line at any time. If you are not exiting the pit lane, you may cross the line at the pit-lane exit to overtake; however be aware, drivers exiting the pits have priority on the track between the yellow lines.

All asphalt and rumble strips are considered track. Concrete is not track. Remember, you must have two wheels on/over the track at all times.

Points are awarded based on qualifying and race finishing positions. Individual and manufacturer points follow the same points scoring system; however, a maximum of three cars can score points for any one manufacturer in any one race in the manufacturer points system. Ties are broken by the highest number of race finishes, then 1st place race finishes, then 2nd place race finishes, then 3rd place race finishes and so forth.

Race Points
1st – 22 points
2nd – 18 points
3rd – 15 points
4th – 12 points
5th – 10 points
6th – 8 points
7th – 6 points
8th – 5 points
9th – 4 points
10th – 3 points
11th – 2 points
12th – 1 point

Qualifying Points
1st – 3 points
2nd – 2 points
3rd – 1 point​

Mercy Points
If a driver involuntarily disconnects during a race, a driver may be awarded half of the points normally given to the position after the last place finisher. For example, if 6 drivers finish the race, any disconnecting drivers may be awarded half of the 7th place points (i.e. 3 points). All decimals will be rounded down (2.5 = 2, 1.5 = 1, 0.5 = 0). Drivers who quit the race are not eligible for mercy points.

Pre-season race: Trial Mountain – 20 laps – Sunday April 15th, 8 PM GMT
Round 1: Trial Mountain Reverse – 30 laps – Sunday April 22nd, 8 PM GMT
Round 2: Autumn Ring – 30 laps – Sunday April 29th, 8 PM GMT
Round 3: Grand Valley Speedway – 20 laps – Sunday May 6th, 8 PM GMT

 

[SagarisGTB]

#2 / SagarisGTB / sagarismic / Canada / Lexus / Black / Black
#15 / akmuq / GTP_akmuq / Ireland / Lexus / Orange
#19 / The Reality / The-Reality-ca / Canada / Lexus / TBD
#25 / JohnnyPenso / JohnnyPenso / Canada / Skyline GT-R / Purple / Gold
#27 / OwensRacing / OwensRacing / USA / Corvette / Le Mans Green / Chrome
#28 / ryanerb / LemonDiscus / USA / Skyline GT-R / Matte Green / Yellow Mica Metallic
#33 / Hasslemoff / GTP_Hasslemoff / UK / Corvette / GT Fluorescence 010W / Black
#34 / Acedition333/ Acedition333 / USA / Skyline GT-R / Pure White / Blue Wheels
#43 / LancerEvo7 / GTP_LancerEvo7 / USA / Lexus / Cyberia Blue / Saffron Yellow
#48 / Third Reign / Third_Reign / Germany / Skyline GT-R / White Pearl (3P) / Lime Green
#63 / TAKITALA / TAKITALA / Portugal / Corvette / Jaune Yellow / Mercury Silver Metalic
#68 / kuanza / KUANZA_GT / UK / Corvette / Papaya Orange / Black
#76 / gknap / g_knap / Norway / Skyline GT-R / Red / Black
#81 / Speedy6543 / GTP_Speedy6543 / Belgium / Corvette / GT Polarized 005-P / Silver Chrome
#92 / racefan78 / racefan78 / USA / Corvette / Metallic Silver / Black
#98 / bdubclub / bdubclub / USA / Corvette / Velocity Yellow Tintcoat
#XX / mercedesc300 / datboitrey23 / USA / Lexus / Pink

To register, fill out the following form*:
Racing number / GTP username / PSN / Nationality (optional) / Car / Chassis Colour / Wheel Colour (optional)

*By registering, it is implied that you have read all regulations and agree to abide by them.

Registration is always open. Thank you for your time.

Individual Points Table
Manufacturer Points Table
Pre-season Results
Round 1: Trial Mountain Reverse Results
Round 2: Autumn Ring Results
Round 3: Grand Valley Speedway Results

 

[acedition333]

Not understanding the "Factory Car" thing. And why would we pick a "factory car"??

And also, we are ONLY picking 1 car correct? Just a little lost. sorry

 

[SagarisGTB]

Not understanding the "Factory Car" thing. And why would we pick a "factory car"??

A "factory car" would be an "imaginative factory backed car", wearing official factory colours and numbers. I'm not sure if that appeals to anyone. I'm just throwing it out there if anyone is interested, but i can easily get rid of it if nobody is or if it's just too confusing.

And also, we are ONLY picking 1 car correct? Just a little lost. sorry

No problem, ace. Yes, only 1 car and you must stick with that car for the entire season.

 

[Third Reign]

Are you going to allow an adjustable center differential for the GTR? Stock Torque split is at 50/50, which will kill any late race performance in my opinion.

 

[SagarisGTB]

Are you going to allow an adjustable center differential for the GTR? Stock Torque split is at 50/50, which will kill any late race performance in my opinion.

Yes, of course. It is permitted and the technical regulations have been edited to reflect that. Thanks.

 

[FordMKIVJ5]

Looks good.

But unfortunately evenings are not good for me and I've decided just to focus on the one series (BTCC 90's). 👍

 

[Racingworld68]

interesting, i am in

#68 / GTP_Racingworld / racingworld.be / Belgium /Corvette / French Blue / French Blue

 

[SagarisGTB]

interesting, i am in

#68 / GTP_Racingworld / racingworld.be / Belgium / French Blue / French Blue

Welcome!
You'll need to make a car choice as well (somehow car choice eluded me when I was making the original registration form ), but that's not urgent.

 

[LancerEvo7]

43 / LancerEvo7 / GTP_LancerEvo7 / USA / Lexus / Cyberia Blue / Saffron Yellow

 

[Third Reign]

I'll sign up as well. But depending on the dates, i might have to skip a race.

#48 / Third Reign / Third_Reign / Germany / Skyline GT-R / White Pearl (3P) / Lime Green

 

[OwensRacing]

Interested. Just gotta be sure not to over schedule myself.


Hold me a spot in the Zo6, I'll confirm with in 48 hrs. My gut says Nissan my soul says Chevy.
LSX power FTW! LoL


I'd be in Silver and #27

Will do a formal sign up with confirmation.

 

[acedition333]

👍

#34 / Acedition333/ Acedition333 / USA / Skyline GT-R / Pure White / Blue Wheels

 

[SagarisGTB]

Welcome everyone!

The preseason race date will be determined once there are 8+ official registrations.

 

[racefan78]

#92 / racefan78 / racefan78 / USA / TBD / TBD / TBD

im in for this, but I need to do some testing first to see what car I want to drive. I will get back to you when i decide.

 

[SagarisGTB]

Any objections to moving the start time back one hour to 8:00 pm GMT? It's better for me and maybe more convenient for our European friends?

#92 / racefan78 / racefan78 / USA / TBD / TBD / TBD

im in for this, but I need to do some testing first to see what car I want to drive. I will get back to you when i decide.

Welcome.

 

[racefan78]

No objections here. And Im gonna go with the Z06/Metalic Silver/Black

 

[bdubclub]

Sign me up sag,
#98 / bdubclub / bdubclub / USA / Factory Colors

I can also go with the skyline if the corvette entries fill up to fast, either way Im ok with 👍

 

[SagarisGTB]

Sign me up sag,
#98 / bdubclub / bdubclub / USA / Factory Colors

I can also go with the skyline if the corvette entries fill up to fast, either way Im ok with 👍

Welcome, bdub! I take it that means you have signed up for the Corvette.

If anyone has gotten the impression that the amount of entries for one car is limited, it's not. That's because though the cars are very evenly matched in my hands with my tunes, it may not be the case for others, and I don't want to prevent anybody from driving their best or favourite car. Car changes can be made up until the start of qualifying for the first points race at TMR.

It's also why I haven't chosen a car yet. I'll be driving the least popular one, which looks to be the Lexus right now.

 

[SagarisGTB]

Update: Start time has been changed to 8 PM GMT. Prizes have been updated.

We need a few more entries though.

 

[gknap]

Looks promising Sagaris!
Unfortunatly I cant promise to fully commit, but if I u allow "guest apperances" then I'm in.

Edit:
So its only three races, I can probably get permission from the Mrs.
I'm in!

 

[OwensRacing]

Ok official sign up

#27/ OwensRacing / OwensRacing / USA / Lexus / Green / Gold



Lots of Vettes chosen so went Lexus. Lancer you wanna be my team mate?

 

[SagarisGTB]

Looks promising Sagaris!
Unfortunatly I cant promise to fully commit, but if I u allow "guest apperances" then I'm in.

Edit:
So its only three races, I can probably get permission from the Mrs.
I'm in!

Welcome Gknap. Nice to see you around again. 👍

Ok official sign up

#27/ OwensRacing / OwensRacing / USA / Lexus / Green / Gold

👍

 

[Racingworld68]

Sorry guys, i will have to redraw my registery.... new work shedule....

 

[gknap]

#76 / gknap/ g_knap / Norway / Nissan / Red / Black

Are we running teams or is it every man for himself?

 

[SagarisGTB]

Sorry guys, i will have to redraw my registery.... new work shedule....

Sorry to hear that. Thanks for your consideration.

#76 / gknap/ g_knap / Norway / Nissan / Red / Black

Are we running teams or is it every man for himself?

Every man for himself, but there is a manufacturer points table, so in a way, every driver in the same car as you is your teammate.

 

[Johnnypenso]

Sounds good...sign me up. Work is always a variable for me so I can't promise to make every race but I'll do my best.

 

[SagarisGTB]

Good to see you around here Johnny. We'll be glad to have you for any races you can make.

Update: Preseason Race 1 at Trial Mountain is now scheduled for Sunday April 1st at 8 PM GMT, this coming Sunday. Even if you are not signed up, anyone is welcome to participate in the preseason if they have a car that fits the regulation specifications. Hope to see a good turnout.

The big concern I have coming into preseason is the advantage of the Skyline GT-R in standing grid starts. The preseason is the place to test this. If the advantage is too great, a rolling start regulation might need to be put in place for the Round 1.

 

[Third Reign]

Good to see you around here Johnny. We'll be glad to have you for any races you can make.

Update: Preseason Race 1 at Trial Mountain is now scheduled for Sunday April 1st at 8 PM GMT, this coming Sunday. Even if you are not signed up, anyone is welcome to participate in the preseason if they have a car that fits the regulation specifications. Hope to see a good turnout.

I'm not going to be able to make it. They are opening the Motorcycle season on the Nürburgring on April 1st. They've got a free lap on the Green Hell, track training/time on GP and grilling in the evening. No way I'm going to miss that. Been there the last few years, its tradition by now