Former South African Champions Karl-Heinz and Quintin Sullwald put on a dominant display at the inaugural Human Auto 400 this past weekend. The Elegant Fuel BAT crew achieved exactly what they set out to, winning by a comfortable margin in a rain soaked Bloemfontein.
Friday’s Donaldson Prologue saw crews take on a fast and challenging route that set the scene for an intriguing race. The Sullwalds recorded the fourth fastest time on the day and were in good spirits for the race that lay ahead. “I think starting fourth on the road was a ideal, we settled down nicely as the front teams battled to find the route and it played into our hands.”
Saturday’s race turned into an epic battle with the Elegant Fuel BAT moving into second position at the 60km mark behind the Sullwald Racing SVR. The two Sullwald teams set the pace out front and increased the gap over the rest of the field. The Phalaborwa based teams swapped the lead numerous times before the Elegant Fuel BAT finally moved ahead 2km before DSP. The second loop saw the two crews race flat out for overall honours with the Elegant Fuel BAT under constant pressure from their stable mates. The former champions kept their cool and made no mistakes to cross the finish line first overall. The result ensures a nail biting final round that will decide the overall championship title.
“Getting ahead of Hermann and Wichard just before the DSP was vital and I believe that won the race for us. We pushed each other to the limit and it was the most fun we have ever had in the car. We never gave each other an inch but fought a fair and though battle, it was disappointing not seeing them at the finish. I think we put on a good show for the Bloemfontein crowd and we would like to thank them for their hospitality and support along the route.” commented Karl-Heinz.
“Once again all the praise must go to our technical crew, pit crew and sponsors. Without their help we would not be able to be in the position to challenge for the championship. Paul Helberg and Frans Olckers put in a huge amount of effort to get the BAT in the best possible condition for each event. Our pit crew were also brilliant all weekend and our sponsors never seem to disappoint with the amount of effort and enthusiasm they display.” concluded Quintin.
Elegant Fuel encapsulates over forty years worth of combined experience in the petroleum wholesale and distribution sector. Drawing from hard earned experience and a never say die attitude of it’s founders, Elegant Fuel has established itself as the foremost supplier of petroleum products in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. With a customer satisfaction mentality, it has its finger firmly on the pulse of the economic, industrial and agricultural heartbeat of the Province
Elegant Fuel always strives to put the customer first, by introducing industry leading cost cutting measures and passing savings on to customers. Visit www.elegantfuel.webs.com for more information.
The Elegant Fuel BAT is further supported by Sullwald Racing, Rockstar Energy Drink, Leatt-Brace and Bravery Clothing. Follow Sullwald Racing on Facebook for race results, reports and behind the scenes pictures and videos.
– Credit: Sullwald Racing.