Associated and Losi pull out of worlds

Radio Control Car Action, Dec 2001 by Vogel, Greg, Buono, Derek

RACER news

Add the upcoming Electric Off-Road Worlds in South Africa to the list of events touched by the terror attacks on the United States. Both Team Associated and Team Losi have decided that the safety of their drivers is of greater importance than any trophy. Here are the official announcements from both teams.

TEAM LOSI

"We have serious doubts about the safety of attending the World championships In South Africa. After checking with our racers and waiting to see what the 'world situation' would be, we have decided not to attend. This has been a sad and tragic time In the history of the free world. Like so many other International competitions, both professional and amateur, that have opted to cancel or postpone their events for the safety of their competitors, we feel compelled to do the same."

TEAM ASSOCIATED

"In light of the recent tragic events here In the USA, and with the current Instability and uncertainty as to future terrorist actions, we at Team Associated have notified IFMAR that we regretfully withdraw our drivers from the 2001 IFMAR Off-Road World Championships.

"We do not like to bend to the weight of terrorist actions, but we will not compromise the safety and well-being of our Team. We sincerely hope that other manufacturers will follow our lead due to these safety concerns and out of respect for the many who have suffered in the tragedy of the past week"