FIRST i would like to thank the following for a most interesting day at the track. Thed Bjork, Polestar Racing driver, instructor and 3 time STCC Champion. Next would be Christian Polestar Lead Race Mechanic. the one who put the event together Maria Paulsson Event Manager. Next and by na means last the boss Gary Coigis Polestars market manager for North America. This event took place on 9-24
When the introductions were over Thed and I took to the track with him driving Polestars S60, sorry 01, to show me the course and explain the proper way around. The course was set up in the infield at the Auto Club Speedway. As I didn't have any experience driving on a race course he took us around at a reduced speed, explaining the proper line and breaking points. After three laps we switched places. His instruction continued as I drove. After five laps we took the car back to the garage to have tire temps checked and he also went over my performance, good for a first timer.
We then went out for a second time and he increased the speed to show me how the car felt at speed. That was the last time he drove for the day,but was it. I drove servile more sets. I ended up with one trouble spot, a decreasing raids turn.
After this was all over Thed affered to take me out and do laps at racing speed. If I hadn't been in the car I would not believe how good this car is. the grip is so great the tires never Squealed during the three laps. This car is either a street car for the track or a track caar for the street it's that good.
All n all a very rewarding 21/2 hours.
Thank you Polestar for the best Volvo ever.