Komatsu Forklifts and Team Vodafone
Komatsu Forklifts congratulate Jamie Wincup and Team Vodafone on their fabulous success securing back to back V8 Supercar Drivers Championship titles.
The dual champion qualified third for the penultimate 250km leg and never once opted to cruise despite only needing to finish within the top 28. Whincup fought hard and gave his all as he battled with the leaders throughout the 2 hour race, even passing Garth Tander for the race lead on Lap 26.
A physically and emotionally drained Whincup admitted he had nothing left in the tank at the end of the grueling race.
"This is an incredible feeling," Whincup said. "I didn't think there could be a better feeling than last year's (championship win) but this is unbelievable.
"It really is twice as hard to win the title a second time. There is a lot of pressure that goes with running the number one and you do become a bit of a target.
"I am very, very proud of what the team has achieved. I am just one part of the team and this championship victory has been a massive team effort," he acknowledged.
Komatsu Forklift Australia is proud to be a sponsor of such successful and consistent competitors over the past two years. Komatsu believe being associated with such a committed team reflects well on our own commitment.
When Team Vodafone moved into their new Banjo workshop in 2008, they immediately identified the need for 2.5 tonne forklift to reach their workshop mezzanine level.
"When making the decision for a forklift, our criteria were; the unit had to be reliable, fully serviced and value for money. Our experience with other Komatsu subsidiaries has demonstrated their commitment to provide safe and innovative products to the market which is also consistent in the Forklift range." Peter Jamieson, Commercial Operations Manager added.
"We now have a multi level operational base, which has made car preparation and parts storage, bench mark within the Supercar industry. And Komatsu Forklift Australia has been so supportive to all our unique requests plus their experience in goods handling is amazing. They are clearly the leaders in the Australian "Superforklift" Championship!"
Top Ten 2009 V8 Supercar Championship Standings
1. Jamie Whincup, 3349pts
2. Will Davison, 3044pts
3. Garth Tander, 2916pts
4. Craig Lowndes, 2592pts
5. Mark Winterbottom, 2414pts
6. Steven Johnson, 2255pts
7. James Courtney, 2192pts
8. Rick Kelly, 2162pts
9. Russell Ingall, 2048pts
10. Lee Holdsworth, 2006pts.