THE COMMITTEE CONSISTED OF:

Mahes Gammampilla, Ajantha Dinamithra, Priya Munasinghe, Rohana Kulasiri, Mahen Fernando, Leslie N. de Silva, Ajith Boteju, Arjuna Fernando, Tissa Wimalasekera, Gerad Abeysena, Senaka Bandaranayake, and Ajith Seneviratne. 


Mr. Dayendra Samarasinghe , a founder member and an attorney at law was instrumental in drawing the Constitution of the Association. The Constitution was adopted in August 1983. 

The first major event of the newly formed Association was a Hill climb event at Karandupone , Kegalle, in the central province. The Lions Club of Kegalle, led by its dynamic President Mr. Bertie Ranatunge worked tirelessly to make the event a success. The large number of spectators present thoroughly enjoyed the day's well-run events. The timing which done electronically was manufactured locally by a motor racing enthusiast and electronic wizard Mr. Neelantha Wijetunge . For the first time, trophies of high quality were awarded to the winners. 

The Competitors greatly appreciated the awards as well as the manner in which the meet was organized, thus prompting the Association to engage in more events in the future for the benefit of motor sports enthusiasts. The tradition of presenting awards at the venue of the event commenced at Karandupone Hill Climb and is practiced to date. 

A time and distance Rally plotted by two veterans - Naufer Nizar and the late Karmil Hassen , coined "Opposite Lock" was the next major event held and the success of this event laid the foundation for the most looked forward rally event in Sri Lanka -" The SLARDAR 1000 " rally covering 1000 km. through varying terrain and climatic zones. Held annually this event draws the cream of rally drivers and riders in the country, pitting their skills in driving over two to three days, involving both day and night driving under varying conditions. 

The Association has, since, organized Rallies, Hill Climbs, Circuit Meets, Super-cross events etc., on a regular and in a most professional basis. Needless to say, since the formation of the association most of the popular events in the motor sports calendar of this country are organized by SLARDAR . The popularity of the Association and its events is highlighted by the fact that the membership, which at the moment stands around 200, is growing rapidly. 

The Association is responsible for the conduct of three very popular Autocross events in the island. One conducted in the central highlands and named the " Fox-Hill Super cross " and the other two in the Northern dry zone in the ancient capital of the island and named the " Gajaba Super cross " and more recently the " Gunners Super cross" at Minneriya, Polonnaruwa. Some of the events are held in association with military regiments and within military bounds. These, by far are the most popular motor sport super cross events in the island. The participation of the Army in organising these Meets greatly assist in attaining world-class standards and the Association greatly appreciates the confidence placed on the Association by the military for the conduct of these Meets. 

The above three events were inspired by Mr . Hans Ralf Karpinski , a member of the association and his dynamism has helped the Association to be a leader in the field of motor sports organization. The constant improvements being introduced by Hans Ralf makes the tracks both interesting and challenging. 

In the year 2002, the Association ventured boldly to launch a club championship, which has proved to be extremely popular among both riders and drivers. Six events -two hill climbs, two circuit Meets and two motor cross events- account for the championship. Based on a system of points, champions are chosen for selected events. The enthusiastic and overwhelming success of the event has prompted the Association to continue the event since 2002.

Within the short 21-year history, SLARDAR has contributed immensely towards the improvement of the standard of motor racing in Sri Lanka. The innovative and interesting events being organized in a most professional manner has the right ingredients sought and recognised by competitors and spectators hence, the popularity of the events organized and promoted by the Association. The Association is continuously engaged in research and development activity to provide the best for competitors and spectators. Constant training of Officials assures professional standards being maintained at the highest level and in keeping with international standards. The idea being to move the standard of the sport to internationally acceptable levels so that our competitors will be able to participate at international motor sports events. 

A fully equipped Office with a full time administrative secretary is a step the Association has taken to provide the best possible services to the membership and all competitors. A Toyota Double cab has been the answer for the Club's requirement to find alternative venues for events and for plotting of rally routes. The latest Tag Heuer professional timing equipment provides accurate and reliable timing of events and is a great boon to all competitors. More recently, digital measuring instruments have been introduced to scrutinize vehicles engines. We have come to realize that competitor confidence in activities carried out by Association is fundamental for the progress and acceptance of the activities of the Association. 

The story of SLARDAR is forever unfolding with new chapters being planned and added on a regular basis for the betterment of the sport. SLARDAR is determined to provide the best to all competitors in the sport of motor racing and continue to stay right on top in the field. 

The determination and grit of the Committee of management to provide the best for competitors has undoubtedly helped SLARDAR to be at the very top in the field of motor sports in the country.