RPM Technik at Spa-Francorchamps: Another Year at the Greatest Track in Europe

Every year, there’s one date firmly pencilled into the RPM Technik calendar: our annual pilgrimage to the ever-brilliant Spa-Francorchamps. Hosted by RMA Trackdays, this has become something of a tradition for us, and for good reason. Widely regarded as one of Europe’s finest and most revered trackday and race circuits, it’s two days of exceptional driving with fantastic company!

A Circuit Steeped in History

First opened in 1921, Spa-Francorchamps is one of the oldest and most iconic racing circuits in the world. Nestled in the Ardennes Forest of Belgium, the circuit has a rich motorsport heritage, having hosted the Belgian Grand Prix since the early days of Formula One.

Over the decades, Spa has earned its legendary status thanks to its spectacular layout, challenging corners and dramatic elevation changes. From the famous Eau Rouge and Raidillon combination to the sweeping Pouhon and the flat-out Kemmel Straight, it’s a circuit that really rewards commitment and precision alongside a healthy amount of respect. At just over seven kilometres long, the modern circuit remains one of the longest on the Formula One calendar. It’s also one of the most rewarding places in Europe to experience a Porsche properly. There really is nothing quite like it!

20 Clients, Two Days and Plenty of Porsche

This year, we took 20 RPM clients along for a two-day driving extravaganza. With a fantastic mix of Porsche machinery on track, there was no shortage of noise, speed and some seriously impressive driving. Of course, a successful trackday is about more than simply turning up and putting your foot down. Having the right support in place makes all the difference, which is why we brought three of our experienced RPM technicians along for the trip.

Armed with Porsche PIWIS diagnostic equipment, our team was on hand in the pits throughout both days to support our drivers, checking and correcting tyre pressures, assisting with any technical queries and helping keep everything running as smoothly as possible. Whether it was a diagnostic check, a little technical reassurance or a wheel rotation, our technicians were there to help. We also offered a dedicated tyre and wheel service, transporting clients’ spare wheel sets directly to Spa. This gave drivers the flexibility to choose the right rubber for the conditions, whether that meant fitting Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 Rs when the circuit was bone dry or switching to Pilot Sport S5s should the Belgian weather decide to remind us of where we were.

The event dinner was held at a local Brasserie, and the clients enjoyed a lovely selection of French/Belgian cuisine. Topped off with a gentle evening stroll back through Francorchamps to the hotel.

Another Successful RPM Trip

All in all, this year’s trip was a huge success. Two days of fantastic driving, great food and, perhaps most importantly, even better company. It’s always a pleasure bringing our clients together away from the workshop, enjoying their cars in the environment they were built for. Spa has firmly established itself as an annual highlight for the RPM team, and we’re already looking forward to returning next year.

If you’d like to join us for a future trip to Spa, or perhaps explore some of our other European and UK trackday events, take a look at our RUSH Members Club. RUSH offers a range of benefits including track-side technical support and the opportunity to enjoy your Porsche at a range of circuits alongside a like-minded group of enthusiasts. It also offers advance booking options onto some of the hard to get on track events and Nurburgring training events over the season.

Find out more about RUSH and how to become a member, we’d love to see you on track!

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