The Engen Volkswagen Cup racers tackled the first round of their national championship at Zwartkops Raceway on Saturday, February 21. From the outset, defending champion Sheldon van der Linde (1 – Champion) stamped his absolute authority on proceedings. “Changes to the Engen Volkswagen Cup championship to keep it fresh and relevant proved themselves here at round one of the season,” says Mike Rowe, head of Volkswagen Motorsport. “The Engen Volkswagen Cup racers competed in Volkswagen Polo …
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Pretoria opener for Engen Volkswagen Cup
When it comes to hatchback racing, no other national series can claim the popularity and evergreen status of the Engen Volkswagen Cup. Fast approaching 20 years of mirror-to-mirror action, the series has seen a number of its members graduate to other national series over the years. "The Engen Volkswagen Cup championship is a school for emerging talent in South African motorsport," says Mike Rowe, head of Volkswagen Motorsport. "The Volkswagen Polo Vivo race cars are kept uncomplicated in …