Vampire jet car on show at Schaeffler REPXPERT Conference

April 30, 2024
Vampire jet car on show at Schaeffler REPXPERT Conference
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Joining a host of stars and industry experts at the forthcoming  Schaeffler REPXPERT Conference in Coventry will be the record breaking Vampire jet car, which became infamous after an accident on the TV show Top Gear in 2006.  


Schaeffler’s brand new national REPXPERT Conference, is taking place on Wednesday 22 May at the Manufacturing Training Centre (MTC) Coventry, where visitors will be able to get an up-close with the Jet Car which remains the UK Land Speed Record holder, having achieved an average speed of 300.3 miles per hour in July 2000.

“The Vampire is a legendary piece of British automotive and TV history,” said Matthew Selby, Sales and Marketing Director at Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket (UK) Ltd, “and we are delighted to be hosting it during our inaugural REPXPERT Conference.”

As well as the Vampire jet car, TV stars Colin Denton of Classic Car Garage has been confirmed as a keynote speaker with Abigayle André, creator of car advice TikTok sensation @shetalkscars on hosting duties.

The conference will also provide a wide range of technical insights and provide technicians and garage owners with a information on emerging technologies and aftermarket issues. 

The REPXPERT Conference will run from 9am to 5pm on Wednesday 22nd May. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. To find out more about the event or to book, go to: https://oeparts.typeform.com/to/Nj0eezec
 
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