29 April 2008 | Surrey BC & Charlotte NC

Kevin will be back at Watkins Glen May 14 and 15 to help select Porsche Club of America (PCA) advanced drivers to be faster and more consistent.

As a Speed Secrets coach, Kevin will be joining Scott Leder and others from the Speed Secrets staff at the perennially popular "Cups and Saucers" advanced driver education event hosted by the Hudson Champlain Region of the PCA.

A two day event, it will include an abundance of track time as well as seminars and individual coaching provided by Speed Secrets.

Speed Secrets' coaches are experienced and certified in coaching at the highest levels of the sport. These coaches understand the value of coaching as a profession and are committed to “Whatever It Takes.”

The result will be an experience in learning how to be faster and more consistent on track.

Today Kevin York announced that he has agreed terms with Hooked on Driving (HOD), a high performance track day and performance driving school, to join them as Chief Driving Coach and Group Leader for the Northeast Region.

Speaking of Kevin's agreement to join the HOD team, Northeast Region Owner Operator Joe Mills said,

"I am looking forward very much to working with (Kevin)! He certainly ha(s) a very impressive competition, driving and coaching resume. (We are) thrilled and honored to have (him) participate as a coach with Hooked on Driving."

Hooked on Driving was established by David Ray as a track day organization that emphasizes safety, fun, and improving one's driving skills in an encouraging environment.

Each group has five track sessions during the day which is time enough to wear out most drivers - and create a lifetime memory. All you need to provide is a car in good working order (of any brand), a helmet, and a desire to learn and have fun. Lunch is provided too!

Kevin will join the HOD Team at the HOD Northeast Region's April 23-24th event at Watkins Glen International Raceway in New York state.

For more information refer to the Hooked on Driving contact page.

Aerial view of Watkins Glen International Raceway.
Image copyright to Paul Fletcher posted here for reference only.

Camp Motorsport announces the return of Kevin York as Chief Instructor for the 2008 season!

Camp Motorsport - a race car driving sports specialty summer camp for kids ages 10-16 - is a unique fusion of racing school, life-skills development, and traditional summer camp. “This camp is really about teaching kids how to be good drivers for their future, regular day-to-day street driving. However, it’s provided in the fun context of a motorsport paradigm.” notes York. “Additionally, the driving instruction at camp is provided in a way that will help kids develop their emotional intelligence. They build confidence and learn to respond with good reactions while striving for precision.”

“We are very excited that Kevin will be returning to oversee the driving instruction component of our program.” shares Camp Director Diane Tyrrell. “He is an excellent instructor; his methods of teaching and coaching the campers are a perfect match for our program. He has the ability to nurture each child’s driving skills - and their understanding of them - and give them the right kind of encouragement and challenges to help them progress to personal success.”

And the horsepower driving the camp experience goes beyond the racing instructional environment- beyond the “need-for-speed”, Camp Motorsport has a strong focus on teambuilding. “Racing is a team sport, and the success of the driver depends on how well the entire team works together. Cooperation, learning how to develop relationships and to work closely with others is not only key to racing success, but also to success in life.” shares Tyrrell. “The resident camp experience helps kids learn to take responsibility for their actions, decision making, building independence, and learning respect for self and others. “Kevin and his instructional staff work with the kids in a manner where they use four-wheels-and-a-seat as the tool to help kids develop positive character traits”.

Camp Motorsport’s focus on driving and racing education uses curriculum designed to help kids become better, safer drivers. Instruction focuses on precision, defensive driving; campers learn to apply good car control techniques along with an understanding of handling dynamics. Camp Motorsport attendees enjoy one-week sessions, and live on-site at VIRginia International Raceway. VIR – near Danville, Virginia - is nestled on 1300 acres of rolling hills & woods, complete with fishing pond, swimming pool, and playing fields. While at camp, campers not only enjoy their own motorsport program but are also surrounded by VIRginia International Raceway’s daily activities, Campers also enjoy all of the fun activities of a traditional summer camp, such as campfires, fishing, sports, swimming, etc.

Kevin York debriefing a Camp Motorsport driver.

There is also an academic aspect to the program as well, where campers use applied hands-on math & science, like figuring out how resistance and drag impact the aerodynamics in making the car go faster. Campers also have opportunities to explore various careers in the racing industry. Camp Motorsport has a strong commitment to helping children learn to be responsible citizens of the natural world through their racing technology-based environmental education program, where campers explore such topics as alternative fuels, fuel efficiency, and applied science to better use resources and protect the environment.

Camp Motorsport is accredited by the American Camp Association.

Kevin York has been a motorsport competitor, instructor and coach for nearly two decades.

He rejoined the Grand American Road Racing’s KONI Challenge Series in 2008, Partnering with the 2007 championship-leading team, Compass360 Racing. In 2007, C360R helped to bring Acura its second consecutive Manufacturers’ Championship. In addition to being the Chief Instructor at Camp Motorsport, York’s resume of high-performance instructional experience includes working with ProFormance Racing School, Speed Secrets Race and Performance Driver Coaching, International Race Drivers Club, BMW CCA foundation’s Street Survival Teen Driving Safety Program, as well as for several chapters of the BMW Car club of America. Additionally, York owns and operates a motorsport-industry consultancy.

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For Camp Motorsport:

Website: www.campmotorpsort.com Ken Martin (205) 991-6454

Email: info@campmotorsport.com ken@campmotorsport.com

Phone: (434) 822-2999 Photos are available on request

For Kevin York:

Website: www.yorkmotorsport.com

Email: kevin.york@ygmllc.com

* Photos for reference only. Courtesy Mr.Cooley.

29 January 2008 | Indianapolis, Indiana

Directly after competing in the Grand Am KONI Challenge Series race at Daytona International Speedway, Kevin York traveled to Indianapolis, Indiana.

There he joined Jim Leo of PitFit to initiate a season-long physical training program.

"My team, Compass360 Racing does such a masterful job of providing a great car to drive, I wanted to up my game and improve what I can bring to the car when I race it. I've known Jim (Leo) for quite awhile now and am pleased that we could structure a partnership such as we have." noted York.

PitFit Training is the recognized leader in developing driver-specific fitness, nutrition and human-performance programs to expressly address the physical and mental demands of the motorsports industry. PitFit was founded in 1997 by Jim Leo. Leo and the PitFit crew provide fitness training to racers in various series including the Indy Racing League, Champ Car World Series, Champ Car Atlantics, Indy Pro Series, Formula BMW, USAC, Karting and more.

26 January 2008 | Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach Florida

Starting from deep in the 97 car field of the Grand Am KONI Challenge Series’ season-opening race, Kevin York of Compass360 Racing (C360R) knew he’d have lots of work to do in order to move to the front.

Without any hesitation, his first moves were made on the opening lap with York passing several competitors’ cars.

York advanced into the top fifteen of cars in the Street Tuner (ST) class when, near the mid-point of the three-hour race, a fortuitous caution period occurred on track.

The C360R team took the opportunity to provide service pit stops and driver changes to all three of their Acura TSXs.

York handed an unscathed car over to co-driver Christian Miller – who continued the charge forward during his stint. Miller drove smartly to fifth place until a long brake pedal on the #75 GoEnzo.com, 034 Motorsport, C360R TSX did not allow him the normally-present great braking of the car. As a consequence, a competitor slipped by, placing Miller in sixth position at the race’s end – which occurred under yellow flag conditions.

All of the Compass360 Racing’s team cars finished in the top ten. This was a remarkably strong showing at the season’s first race. Karl Thomson and Travis Walker finished third, York and Miller in sixth and Adam Burrows and Trevor Hopwood, 2007 ST champions, finished ninth.

Compass360Racing (C360R) is the motorsports division of Compass360 Design + Advertising, a firm offering branding expertise to clients in diverse industries across North America. The team fielded BMW Z3 entries in 2004 and 2005, winning the VIR race in '05 and bringing the Manufacturer's Championship to BMW. In 2006 and 2007, teamed with Kensai, they switched to Acuras, rewarding that manufacturer with the Championship twice in succession. Compass360/Racing returns in 2008 to compete for the Driver's, Team and Manufacturer's Championships with Acura in Grand Am's KONI series. For details visit http://www.compass360.com/racing.

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Atlanta – January 24, 2008 – By using SpinVox Blog, York will be able to speak entries, updates and news into any phone, on any network and have them converted in text and posted to the YORK Motorsport Web site – www.yorkmotorsport.com/koni.

“Connecting with the fans and keeping them informed and interested throughout the race season has always been a priority of YORK Motorsport,” said York. “We’ve done a good job through our Web site of providing news and information. However, by integrating SpinVox Blog we’re able to enhance it and offer an all-access pass as there are essentially no limitations as to where we can post entries from. As a race car driver always on the move, I no longer have to wait to be back at a computer terminal with an Internet connection to stay connected with our fans and can now share thoughts and insights on events as they happen.”

York drives the #75 Acura TSX for Compess360 Racing in the Grand Am KONI Challenge Series; a schedule of eleven race events that kicks off Friday, January 25 at the Daytona International Speedway in Florida and runs through the fall. He has been a motorsport competitor and coach for nearly two decades. The YORK Motorsport Web site features news, biographical information, photos and a section called Koni Notes where entries spoken by phone and converted by SpinVox will appear in text.

“We pleased to be in partnership with YORK Motorsport to demonstrate yet another fantastic application of the SpinVox Blog voice blogging service,” said Christina Domecq, co-founder and CEO of SpinVox. “Keeping people connected wherever they may be and allowing them to ‘speak freely’ is what SpinVox is all about.”

SpinVox' original source for PR here.

23 January 2008 | Charlotte, NC

“That which you manifest is before you.” - Enzo the dog

When Kevin York kicks off Grand Am’s 2008 KONI Challenge Series at the Daytona International Speedway this weekend, he’ll have a new marketing partner at his side.

This partner is a first for York’s team, Compass360 Racing, as well as a first for motorsport in general.

However, fans will have to wait until May to get the whole story on this innovative and exciting sponsor.

In the meantime, GoEnzo.com can be found emblazoned on the #75 Compass360 Racing Acura TSX.

Intrigued? Then visit the website,GoEnzo.com. Come May 2008, the rest will be clear.

And remember, like Kevin and the minds behind GoEnzo.com would say, “Your car goes where your eyes go.”

Compass360Racing (C360R) is the motorsports division of Compass360 Design + Advertising,a firm offering branding expertise to clients in diverse industries across North America. The team fielded BMW Z3 entries in 2004and 2005, winning the VIR race in '05 and bringing the Manufacturer's Championship to BMW. In 2006 and 2007, teamed with Kensai, they switched to Acuras, rewarding that manufacturer with the Championship twice in succession.Compass360/Racing returns in 2008 to compete for the Driver's, Team and Manufacturer's Championships with Acura in Grand Am's KONI series. For details visit http://www.compass360.com/racing.

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With many new and challenging firsts to encounter, Kevin York traveled to Daytona International Speedway recently for pre-season testing for the Grand Am’s KONI Challenge Series.

With his new team, Compass360/Racing, Kevin had a new group of crew members and driving teammates to meet. Important among those to get acquainted with was new co-driver, Christian Miller.

Of course, another important member of the team was there also – the C360R Acura TSX #75.

“I was immediately comfortable in the car,” enthused York. “C360R crew chief, Ray Lee, clearly has great ability to assemble a first-class car. The crew and he worked hard and smart all weekend long as I and my teammates came to grips with testing.”

“Each session was an opportunity for me to learn more about the TSX. I certainly feel that it’s going to be a competitive platform this season.” noted York.

Indeed, York was eighth fastest in Sunday’s afternoon session, five-hundredths of a second from the pace of fellow C360R teammate and 2007 KONI Challenge Series champion, Adam Burrows.

The Compass360/Racing team will be ready for the 2008 KONI Challenge Series' first race to be held at Daytona International Speedway on January 25.

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Compass360/Racing is the motorsports division of Compass360 Design + Advertising, a firm offering branding expertise to clients in diverse industries across North America. The team fielded BMW Z3 entries in 2004 and 2005, winning the VIR race in '05 and bringing the Manufacturer's Championship to BMW. In 2006 and 2007, teamed with Kensai, they switched to Acuras, rewarding that manufacturer with the Championship twice in succession. Compass360/Racing returns in 2008 to compete for the Driver's, Team and Manufacturer's Championships with Acura in Grand Am's KONI series. For details visit http://www.compass360.com/racing.

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For more information or to schedule a phone interview with Kevin York, please initiate contact via email to: kevin@york-group.net

Freshest updates found at our site's KONI Notes blog here.

Full-season effort with unique, new sponsor.

14 November 2007 | Charlotte, North Carolina

Kevin York will rejoin the Grand American Road Racing’s KONI Challenge Series full time in 2008.

In doing so, Kevin will again partner with 2007 championship-leading team, Compass360/Racing. The team ultimately finished second in the 2007 ST class Drivers’ Championship and helped to bring Acura its second consecutive Manufacturer’s Championship.

Joining Kevin in his association with Compass360/Racing will be a new and exciting marketing partner, unique to motorsport.

“I am extraordinarily pleased to be associated with Karl Thomson and his successful KONI Challenge team, Compass360/Racing for the entire 2008 season,” enthused Kevin. “Grand Am has grown and matured as a motorsport property, and so too has Karl’s team. The momentum that the team has from its fantastic 2007 season will carry forward into the upcoming one without doubt!”

The Compass360/Racing team will be ready for Grand Am's Daytona pre-season test in early January. The 2008 KONI Challenge Series' first race will then be held a few short weeks thereafter. The team will be displaying a bold new livery design that's completely in sync with the street tuner scene and the team’s actively involved sponsors.

Kevin York of YORK Motorsport has been a motorsport competitor and coach for nearly two decades. He has competed in – and won – in various forms of motorsport. Licensed by Grand Am, FIA, WKA, ACCUS and ICSCC, Kevin has a depth and breadth of experience not seen in all drivers. For more detail, see www.yorkmotorsport.com.

Compass360/Racing is the motorsports division of Compass360 Design + Advertising, a firm offering branding expertise to clients in diverse industries across North America. The team fielded BMW Z3 entries in 2004 and 2005, winning the VIR race in '05 and bringing the Manufacturer's Championship to BMW. In 2006 and 2007, teamed with Kensai, they switched to Acuras, rewarding that manufacturer with the Championship twice in succession. Compass360/Racing returns in 2008 to compete for the Driver's, Team and Manufacturer's Championships with Acura in Grand Am's KONI series. For details visit http://www.compass360.com/racing.

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* Photo credit to Wes Duenkel Photography via www.Compass360.com/racing/2007

1 November 2007 | Madison, WI

Kevin York will join Joseph Cooley of Circuit Motorsports in attending the 20th Annual Performance Racing Industry Trade Show.

With more than 45,000 motorsport industry entrepreneurs in attendance from 45 countries, the three-day PRI Trade Show is timed so that racing retailers, engine and car builders, wholesaler/distributors, professional race teams and other industry participants can shop the latest new product introductions and have them in inventory for the next racing season.

Estimated total value of the US racing market is valued at $13.5 billion, according to a survey conducted by the British racing trade organization, Motorsport Industry Association. This figure does not include OEM motorsport engineering investment.

Scheduled for Dec. 6-8, 2007, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, the PRI Trade Show continues to grow each year, and in addition to its regular focus of all serving as many facets of motorsports as possible.

Acting as a consultant for Circuit Motorsports, York will help guide the burgeoning racing supply company to relevant industry contacts and products.

31 October 2007 | SEMA Show, Las Vegas, Nevada

With the 2008 racing season's planning activity in full force, Kevin York is on the cusp of a stirring announcement.

"We've had conversations with a team who's visiting the SEMA show and the Grand American's KONI Challenge season-ending awards ceremony. We're also in active talks with a potential marketing partner that is unique to motorsport. If all comes to plan, we should be able to make an official announcement in the next few weeks." York commented yesterday afternoon.

The Grand-Am KONI Challenge Series is Grand-Am's showcase for the latest in international and American-made high performance sports cars, coupes and sedans straight from the dealer showroom floor. With major modifications permitted only in the area of safety, the KONI Challenge Series is home to the same cars seen on streets and highways around the world every day. The 2008 season marks the eighth year that Grand-Am has owned and sanctioned the KONI Challenge Series, which was previously known as the KONI Challenge Series Series before KONI signed-on as the title sponsor of the series in late 2006.

The starting fields for KONI Challenge Series races typically feature more than 50 of today's hottest import and domestic production cars that usually race together while competing for both class honors and the overall victory. Series races--which will be 400 kilometers in length except for the three-hour season-opener at Daytona and twin six-hour events to close the season at Virginia International Raceway--are primarily run as the featured support events for the Rolex Sports Car Series presented by Crown Royal Special Reserve, although the KONI Challenge Series will step into the spotlight with a few feature races of its own in 2008. Too, a strong television coverage package is slated for announcement.

Like the Rolex Series, the KONI Challenge Series is made up of two classes of race cars. The big-bore Grand Sport (GS) class features a rules package that allows exotic international machines like the Porsche 996 and 997, Nissan 350Z, BMW M3 and others to go head-to-head with American iron such as the Pontiac GTO and the Ford Mustang GT. The smaller Street Tuner (ST) class is Grand American's offering to the import and compact car crowd, with the Mazda RX-8, Chevrolet Cobalt SS, Dodge SRT4, Mini Cooper S, Acura RSX and TSX, a variety of BMWs and other models eligible.

All KONI Challenge Series classes run on Hoosier tires, and at least two drivers must drive in each competing race car under green flag conditions, making at least one driver change mandatory.

Since 2007, the KONI Challenge Series has included a separate points race for competitors using KONI shocks, which will be considered an independent championship throughout the season. This "championship within a championship" will be worth $10,000 to the top point earners in both the Grand Sport (GS) and Street Tuner (ST) classes using KONI shocks.

GRAND SPORT (GS)

The Grand Sport (GS) class is made up of several factory sports and muscle cars from around the word with minimal performance modifications, but full safety systems. Minimum weights range from 2,900 lbs. to 3,300 lbs.

Engines are tuned to produce between 350 and 405 horsepower depending on the car, and the competition is further equalized by a variety of fuel tank capacities that range from 19 gallons for the Porsche 997 to 20 gallons for the BMW M3, Pontiac GTO, Cadillac CTS-V and Ford Mustang. Top speed for most GS cars is 160 mph.

STREET TUNER (ST)

The Street Tuner (ST) class features a variety of sports cars and high-performance compacts that are as equally popular with KONI Challenge Series competitors as they are with today's consumers. Unlike the bigger GS class where V-8s are allowed, ST is limited to four- and six-cylinder engines, although turbochargers and superchargers are permitted.

Engines produce between 170 and 240 horsepower depending on the car, while minimum weights range from 2,200 lbs. to 3,125 lbs. Fuel tank capacities range from 16.9 gallons to 17.9 gallons in the Mazda RX-8. Most competing ST cars have 17-gallon fuel tanks, including the Acura RSX-S, and the BMW 330i. Other popular vehicles in the ST class include the Chevrolet Cobalt SS Supercharged, Acura TSX, Subaru Legacy and the Mini Cooper S. Like the GS class, the only major modifications allowed in ST are in the area of safety. Top speed for ST race cars is about 135 mph.