Radio system takes pole position

Icom Australia provides Nissan Motorsport with a total communications solution for the 2013 and 2014 V8 Supercar Championship seasons.

With the first races of the 2013 V8 Supercar Championship now underway, Nissan Motorsport has announced a partnership with Icom Australia, which will provide Nissan Motorsport with a total communications solution for the 2013 and 2014 V8 Supercar Championship seasons.

The partnership sees Icom supply Nissan Motorsport with a fully customised solution based on the demanding needs of motorsport. The system will deliver clear communications between drivers, pit crew, engineers and other staff on race day to ensure all departments are working in unison, helping to achieve that coveted podium finish.

Icom Australia’s Managing Director, Masahiko Komoda, says staff and customers are very excited with news of the new partnership: “As a strong Japanese manufacturer, Icom is proud to cast its name alongside another in Nissan Motorsport, and all staff are eager to see our products in action on the track.”

Nissan Motorsport V8 Supercars will carry Icom Australia radio gear.

Todd Kelly, Driver and Director of Nissan Motorsport, said: “This is very much a strategic investment for both parties. The importance of timing and flowing communication between driver and engineer is crucial for race strategy and, with Icom at the forefront of cutting-edge radio technology, we’ll look at constantly innovating and developing new initiatives to drive our competitive advantage within the championship.”