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Old 18 Oct 2018, 13:44 (Ref:3857548)   #826
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 13:47 (Ref:3857550)   #827
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Clearly the BTCC's posts insuate it is Jason, which is pretty unprofessional if it is Lewis.
Where did they insinuate that Jason was driving?

Jakob Ebrey published a picture of the 'name', stating it was good to see on the car. He also did the same with Jackson - so pretty much just a light-spirited thread over what are recognisable names in the BTCC.

BTCC themselves merely posted an 'eyes' emoticon, which could be suggesting that people should look closer?

Chilton also joined in the fun, commenting that Lewis was quicker than his 'dad'! He did originally note that he was helping with pedal box fitting for a prize winner called Plato.

I don't think anyone in an official capacity has even come close to suggesting that Jason Plato is driving a Motorbase car.....
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 13:51 (Ref:3857553)   #828
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 14:01 (Ref:3857554)   #829
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 14:13 (Ref:3857556)   #830
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Fair play to Ollie, he's always been quite steady tho never spectacular, I would be interested how he does in a decent car
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 15:18 (Ref:3857566)   #831
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Hamilton Plato? That's just silly...
Well, if nothing else, thanks for giving me a laugh!
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 16:58 (Ref:3857585)   #832
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Where did they insinuate that Jason was driving?

Jakob Ebrey published a picture of the 'name', stating it was good to see on the car. He also did the same with Jackson - so pretty much just a light-spirited thread over what are recognisable names in the BTCC.
It was never directly insinuated but the intent of the post was very clear. Obviously posted with a (metaphoric) knowing wink.

Likewise, David Bartrum knew exactly what he was doing when deciding to put the name on the car. Note he didn't bother with a name for everyone else who drove today.

It got exactly the expected reaction. But then winding up BTCC fans on social media is like shooting fish in a barrel.
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 17:27 (Ref:3857592)   #833
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It's gained publicity. Goal achieved.

Just because a driver tests a car does not mean he's going to drive it or even necessarily considering driving it. It can be a valuable tool for both parties to understand where performance may lie. Young Moffat as a case in point has had tests in a few cars in recent years, but has firmly stayed put in his Mercedes.
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 17:47 (Ref:3857594)   #834
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what did anyone expect from dave bartrum, he loves a wind up
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 17:49 (Ref:3857595)   #835
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It was never directly insinuated but the intent of the post was very clear. Obviously posted with a (metaphoric) knowing wink.

Likewise, David Bartrum knew exactly what he was doing when deciding to put the name on the car. Note he didn't bother with a name for everyone else who drove today.

It got exactly the expected reaction. But then winding up BTCC fans on social media is like shooting fish in a barrel.
I think you’ll find he put the name of every driver on the cars that tested today
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 17:59 (Ref:3857598)   #836
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Silly season 2019 could be silliest yet.
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 18:17 (Ref:3857602)   #837
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The Matrix rumour, if Matrix move up in their own right. However Matrix may enter BTCC as a branding exercise on a PMR Astra. Mr Harrisons name was mentioned to me a few months ago, not in connection with anything in particular, but maybe he fancies running a team again.

As for TPC the Audi is a better choice than the MG as they sell lots of premium German metal. They don't specialise in old outdated poorly built Chinese cars, hence the MG is less relevant.
But hasn't the Matrix Motorsport boss just joined TPC to run the two Audis?
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 19:06 (Ref:3857614)   #838
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The boss left Matrix yes. Whether it was just the boss who wanted to be in BTCC as opposed to the organisation I guess we'll see.

I wonder if Mike Epps possible return was hinged on boss man or Matrix.

Hopefully Hill will be announced sooner rather than later.

Everything really is up in the air this year.
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 19:07 (Ref:3857615)   #839
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Wait a minute, Lewis Plato isn't Jason's son, is he? Sorry it's a bit silly but Chilton's instagram story got me confused...
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 19:23 (Ref:3857618)   #840
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Holy Moly, people on here are getting carried away and believing everything. Lewis Plato isn't related to Jason. People can have the same surname and not be related. And I don't think Andy Wilmot is boss of Matrix motorsport. That's Jeff Alden. It's Wilmot who is going to TPC
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 19:24 (Ref:3857619)   #841
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The boss left Matrix yes. Whether it was just the boss who wanted to be in BTCC as opposed to the organisation I guess we'll see.

I wonder if Mike Epps possible return was hinged on boss man or Matrix.

Hopefully Hill will be announced sooner rather than later.

Everything really is up in the air this year.
The owner of Matrix (Jeff Alden) was eying BTCC, Andy Wilmot who was team manager at Matrix has moved to run the TPR Audi’s alongside Shaun, as he works for Trade Price Cars during the week, so kind of makes sense. To be fair to Alden he assembled quite a good crew and Matrix faired well in their rookie Clio Cup season. I woukd think it a step too far to do BTCC at this point but if that’s their ambition to do BTCC and they get the right opportunity, then I suppose they have to take a serious look at it.
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 20:37 (Ref:3857633)   #842
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Lewis Plato isn't related to Jason. People can have the same surname and not be related.
I didn't think otherwise. I was sure they aren't related but Chilton confused me a bit
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Old 18 Oct 2018, 21:22 (Ref:3857638)   #843
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How dare Andy Wilmot cash in on Gary's good name!
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Holy Moly, people on here are getting carried away and believing everything. Lewis Plato isn't related to Jason. People can have the same surname and not be related. And I don't think Andy Wilmot is boss of Matrix motorsport. That's Jeff Alden. It's Wilmot who is going to TPC
Next someones going to tell me Jason's dad isn't a philosopher? He definitely is, I'm sure...
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Next someones going to tell me Jason's dad isn't a philosopher? He definitely is, I'm sure...

I don't believe so, but I'm pretty sure he did invent the plate.
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It's gained publicity. Goal achieved.

Just because a driver tests a car does not mean he's going to drive it or even necessarily considering driving it. It can be a valuable tool for both parties to understand where performance may lie. Young Moffat as a case in point has had tests in a few cars in recent years, but has firmly stayed put in his Mercedes.
As ever Bob Moffat is chasing the best deal he can get for young Aiden. If that means selling the Merc & or loaning out their TBL and racing for another team they will. So far no-ones put a better offer on the table than getting Ciceley to run the Merc for them.
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I don't believe so, but I'm pretty sure he did invent the plate.
He didn't invent the plate, but he does produce the stuff to get them nice and shiny:
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Motorbase always test drivers in the off season, although Ollie Jackson at Motorbase is intriguing
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Old 19 Oct 2018, 12:24 (Ref:3857733)   #849
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I wouldn't bet against Turkington being part of the three-car line-up in the Lynk & Co 03.

https://www.touringcartimes.com/2018...entry-lynk-co/
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I wouldn't bet against Turkington being part of the three-car line-up in the Lynk & Co 03.

https://www.touringcartimes.com/2018...entry-lynk-co/
i would bet against it
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