Pit Pilot

Gumboot Run Christchurch
2025-11-01 08:00 - 17:30 (Pacific/Auckland)
Tickets are open NOW !
Join 100 people for 350km Scavenger hunt adventure on 1st Nov, Quirky Challenges, Epic swag and all for a good cause Spots are limited so book today.
Christchurch – Blackball
www.gumbootrally.com
Supporting The Little Miracles Trust and the amazing work they do for Prem Babies and their communities.

Kaitangata Car Show & Run
2025-11-01 08:00
WE ARE BACK! Lets make 2025 the best yet. Pre reg will open again soon. Keep an eye on the page for updates

ECC Monthly: Wellington
2025-10-31 19:30 - 21:30
Meet and cruise later on in the evening if enough people interested.
As usual, any and all are welcomeHope to see you all there!
[ECCNZ TEAM]
Note: As always we expect acceptable behaviour and not to attract negative attention, we are not liable for you.

NZ Performance Car Magazine Nightspeed
2025-10-31 17:00 - 21:00 | Meremere Dragway, Dragway Road, Meremere, 3782
Welcome to the 2025/2026 Night Speed Drag Wars racing once again brought to us by the good buggers at NZ Performance Car Magazine.
This is the first of eight rounds, and we will have our usual fireworks display.
Gate Entry: $20, kids 11 years and under free
***FAMILY PASSES AVAILABLE AT THE GATE – $60 FAMILY PASS FOR TWO ADULTS AND THREE CHILDREN 12 TO 17 YEARS***.
Race Entry: $50
Race Entry is open from 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Qualifying racing kicks off at 6:30pm.
Eliminations racing from 9:30pm approximately onwards.
CLASSES:
C1 Turbo 4WD
C2 Turbo 2WD
C3 All Motor & Rotary N/A (No V8s)
C4 Quick V8s
C5 Motorbikes
C6 Dial-Your-Own
C7 Pro-Street
EXHIBITION (must have pre-approval from the Track Management to run)
Please go to www.napaautopartsdragway.co.nz to view Drag Wars rules.
The NZ Performance Car Magazine’s Night Speed Drag Wars meetings are for street legal vehicles only.
All vehicles must have WOF and REGO to enter into racing.
You also need:
a helmet (NO – BMX helmets or Motor Cross Helmets are not permitted)
a minimum Restricted License for a car driver
if you’re biker, you can race on a Learner as long as your bike is on the LAMS approved bike list
ensure your battery is securely fastened/tied down
Tyres:
You can run D.O.T approved street legal drag tyres only but any other race slick is strictly prohibited.
All cars except Pro Street cars, can run D.O.T approved street legal drag tyres only but any other race slick is strictly prohibited.

Halloween Dress Up Meet
2025-10-31 17:00
Halloween Dress-Up Motorcycle Ride – City Honda Palmerston North 🏍️👻
Join us for a spooky night of fun on two wheels!
📍 Meet at: City Honda, Palmerston North
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM
We’ll kick things off with a meet-up at City Honda where you can catch up with fellow riders, show off your Halloween costumes, and be in to win spot prizes and best dressed awards.
After the prizes are handed out, we’ll head off on a parade ride around the city, finishing up in the heart of town to show off our costumes and bikes to the public.
🧟‍♀️ Dress up, decorate your ride, and get into the Halloween spirit – the more creative and spooky, the better!
This event is open to all riders – so grab your gear, your friends, and your best Halloween look for an unforgettable evening.

GS Rallye 2025
2025-10-31 10:00 - 2025-11-02 00:00
GS Rallye 2025 Entries are open folks! This year’s event will take place from 31 Oct – 2 Nov and will be based out of Kai Iwi Beach Holiday Park just outside of Whanganui.
Click here to register: https://www.bmw-motorrad.co.nz/…/gs-rallye-2025.html
We will also be hosting a Demo Day, showcasing our latest products on the Friday, 31 Oct. Click here to register: https://www.bmw-motorrad.co.nz/…/Events/demo-day-2025.html
Route Options Sealed; Gravel and Seal; Challenge (Road bikes welcome).
Event fee $295 Non-BMW Riders, $245 BMW Riders & BMWMCNZ Members, $175 Pillions
Includes 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, tee shirt, stickers, sweep vehicle.
Old school route sheets and GPX files provided.

Demo Day 2025
2025-10-31 10:00 - 16:00
As part of the 2025 GS Rallye taking place from 31 Oct – 2 Nov, we will be making the new members of the BMW Motorrad Family available to you for test ride.
The Demo Day will take place at Kai Iwi Beach Holiday Park on Friday, 31 October 2025, between 10am and 4pm. Light refreshments will also be provided.

GT Festival
2025-10-31 09:00 - 2025-11-02 17:00 | Hampton Downs, 20 Hampton Downs Road, RD2, Auckland, Auckland, 3782, New Zealand
Get ready for an electrifying start to the second year of the Repco NextGen NZ Championship at the iconic Hampton Downs Motorsport Park!
This season opener sets the stage for a thrilling motorsport journey, featuring an exhilarating lineup of racing categories led by the international flair and New Zealand debut of GT World Challenge Australia powered by AWS and Monochrome GT4 Australia.
Joining them are the fiercely competitive Bridgestone GR86 Championship, the prestigious Summerset GT New Zealand, the high-octane TA2 Championship, the iconic NZ Porsche Series, and the powerful Central Muscle Cars.
The GT World Challenge Australia powered by AWS season finale marks the first time the global promoter SRO Motorsports Group brings their flagship category to New Zealand, while also the highly popular Monochrome GT4 Australia series 2025 season winners are decided at Hampton Downs.
Expect heart-pounding action as top drivers showcase their skill and speed, kicking off the championship with unforgettable moments.
Fans and families will come together to cheer on their favourite drivers and teams, with a variety of activities and entertainment ensuring a memorable day for all.
Don’t miss the chance to witness the spectacular start of the 2025/2026 Repco NextGen NZ Championship!

Wellington Speedway Opening Night
2025-10-26 18:00 - 22:00
We’re back! After five months off, the engines are firing up and the dirt’s ready to fly. Don’t miss the first night of the new season — a high-energy return with full grids, fresh cars, and that unbeatable Speedway atmosphere. Let’s kick it off in style!
Classes running:
Superstocks
Stockcars
Ministocks
Saloons
Modifieds
Streetstocks
TQ Midgets
All classes are to be confirmed and are subject to change without notice.

Labour Weekend Meeting
2025-10-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Oceanview Speedway, Landguard Road, Whanganui Airport, Whanganui 4501, Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui, 4501, New Zealand
Superstocks, Midgets, Sidecars, Classic Stockcars, Stockcars, Youth Ministocks, Adult Ministocks

Auckland Rotary Rx Cruise
2025-10-26 13:00 - 17:00
Just a small event to meet some new people and see some mean Rotaries.
Important Details:
Where Hooton Reserve – Albany
When Sunday October 26th
Time 1:00pm – 5:00pm
We will convoy off to Rotor Corner around 2:00pm from here!
And even if you don’t have a Rotary vehicle feel free to come and have a look at the cars and I just ask if you park aside from the Rotaries so we can get some mint photos of all the cars together.

Queenstown Cars & Coffee October
2025-10-26 10:00 - 12:00
Join us for a special Queenstown Cars & Coffee October meeting as we get together at the stunning Ayrburn to sip coffee and chat all-things automotive.
To display in the main carpark please RSVP to allister.simpson@bayleys.co.nz
As always, Mike, Allister, Britt & Enrique bring you this free event, so come and enjoy Queenstown’s growing car culture! Every type of vehicle welcome.

Cars & Coffee Taranaki
2025-10-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Sur Le Mur Winery, 152 Cross Rd, New Plymouth, New Zealand
A casual event which encourages car and enthusiasts to take the drive to Sur Le Mur Winery and enjoy a relaxed Italian Coffee & French Biscuit, while appreciating the cars of fellow enthusiasts.
We suggest arriving early to get a premium parking spot.
First in best spots.
Coffee Bar will be open for service from 10.00am.
Music, Molinari Coffee, Exceptional Cars & Great people.
Please pass onto Family, Friends & Work Colleges who may enjoy

Caffeine & Gasoline
2025-10-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Hampton Downs, 20 Hampton Downs Road, RD2, Auckland, Auckland, 3782, New Zealand
Caffeine & Gasoline is Hampton Downs’ very own car and bike show! It takes place on the last Sunday of each month in the top carpark, adjacent to Aoraki Coffee Roasters Café. It’s a meet up for enthusiasts, their families and of course the all important vehicle in their life! Caffeine & Gasoline can be described as automotive eye candy, where all types of vehicles are on display, from bikes to hot rods, muscle cars to supercars. It’s a great morning for spectators and owners alike.
There is plenty of parking so bring the family, grab a coffee and/or meal from Aoraki Coffee Roasters Café, and check out the range of awesome vehicles on display!

All OZ Car Show Day
2025-10-26 10:00
All OZ Show 2025 is on at A&P Showgrounds, Curletts Rd.
Show entry per vehicle is $10 with spectator entry by gold coin
This year we are supporting Art for Life who will be on the BBQ as well as helping out
Prizegiving from 1.00pm
No skids or antisocial behaviour will be acceptable

Classic Car Show - Japanese & Korean Day
2025-10-26 09:30 - 12:30
Join us for our monthly Classic Car Show, featuring this month’s special theme — All Japanese and Korean Cars! From vintage icons to modern rides, everyone is welcome to showcase their pride and joy.
Don’t own a Japanese or Korean car? No problem — bring along your classic or modern vehicle and enjoy the day with fellow car lovers.
It’s more than just a car show — it’s a family fun day! Enjoy fresh coffee, cold beer, big American breakfasts, muffins, scones, and delicious smoked meats. Kids can have a great time with outdoor games and a bouncy castle.
Plus, don’t miss our $10 Beer Quart Special – All Day!
Note:
Strictly no car sale signs or posters allowed at the show.
See you there for a great day of cars, food, and fun!

October Cars & Coffee featuring BMW
2025-10-26 09:00 - 12:00
The October Cars & Coffee Christchurch will be held on the Sunday 26th Oct, with all things BMW being featured out in front of Spectators Cafe.
All other brands welcome as there is plenty of sealed car parking. The Avid lawn trackside will be open also.
Please bring the dog and kids along, enjoy a coffee and bacon sandwich.

Mangatainoka Motors Two Wheels Day
2025-10-26 09:00
Attention all petrolheads! Buckle up for a rip-roaring day at our Car Days, where you can flaunt your sweet ride to fellow enthusiasts and the public alike. Plus, you’ll have the chance to compete for some epic prizes that are sure to rev your engine!
Get ready to soak up the atmosphere with live music, delicious grub, and a refreshing ale. Swing by the Histui Museum for a bit of nostalgia, or hit up the Tui Shop for some merch to show off your Tui pride. Or, if you’re feeling laid-back, just kick back, relax, and let the crowd admire your ride while you swap stories with mates and family.
PRIZE CATEGORIES:
We’ve got a treasure trove of fantastic prizes up for grabs! From Most Original to the ever-coveted Star of the Show, there’s something for everyone!
– Most Original – For the ride that makes jaws drop!
– Local Star – Must be from Wairarapa or Tararua (home turf pride, baby!)
– Furthest Travelled – For those brave enough to put some serious miles on the clock!
– People’s Choice – Because the crowd knows best!
– Star of the Show – Walk away with a whopping $500 Tui voucher! (You know you want it!)
KEY TIMINGS FOR THE DAY:
– 09:00 AM – Gates open for cars (let the engines roar!)
– 10:00 AM – Gates open for the public (let the ogling commence!)
– 10:45 AM – All competing cars to be parked (no late arrivals, please!)
– 11:00 AM – Registrations close (don’t miss out!)
– 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM – Judging takes place (bring your A-game!)
– 12:30 PM – Prize giving (who will take home the glory?)
– 4:00 PM – Tui Brewery closes (but we do it all again the following month!)
PRE-REGISTER YOUR VEHICLE:
Why wait? Pre-register your vehicle or bike now for just $10 online. Just jump onto the website and on the day you can just park up, and flash your email confirmation on your dashboard. Easy peasy! Just head to https://www.tuihq.co.nz/mangatainoka-motors/
And if you forget to pre-register? No sweat! You can still sign up on the day.
All proceeds from registrations go towards the Mangatainoka Motors Reserve Restoration Project. It’s a win-win!
So, gather your crew, polish that ride, and join us for a day of laughter, camaraderie, and, of course, some seriously sweet wheels. We can’t wait to see you there!

Mangatainoka Motros Two Wheels Day
2025-10-26 09:00

Pegasus Bay Drag Racing Club
2025-10-26 08:00 - 17:00

ECC Monthly: Christchurch
2025-10-25 19:00 - 21:00
There may be some goodies for those who really dress themselves/ their cars/bikes for the spooky season!
Come join us for some burgers, and possibly a tunnel run/ night loop up through evans pass/ summit road later in the evening
We will be giving out sweets for those dressed for the spooky season, so make sure you’re well prepared!
If you are a photographer/videographer and plan on attending please let us know!
As usual, any and all are welcome. We hope to see you all there.
[ECCNZ TEAM]
Note: As always we expect acceptable behaviour and not to attract negative attention, we are not liable for your actions/decisions. Dangerous/ illegal behaviour will be reported. Lets keep this fun and friendly!

Back to the Bay!
2025-10-25 18:30 - 22:00 | Baypark Speedway, 81 Truman Lane, Mount Maunganui 3116, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
We’re Back – The Summer of Speedway Starts Here!
Baypark Speedway roars back into action on Saturday, 25 October 2025 with Back to the Bay – Opening Night, kicking off another epic season at the place for pace!
Get ready for a night of non-stop dirt track action featuring:
🏁 Winged Warrior Sprintcars
💥 Superstocks – raw power and bumper-to-bumper battles
⚡ Mighty Midgets – lightning-fast wheel-to-wheel racing
🔥 Super Saloons – the ultimate crowd favourite
Gates open: 4:30pm
Racing starts: 6:30pm
Can’t make it trackside? Catch all the thrills live with Bay Per View – stream it anywhere!
🎟 Tickets for both the event and the live stream are available now at www.bayparkspeedway.co.nz.
The engines are ready, the dirt’s flying – your summer of speedway starts here!

Kiwi Steel Rodeo Tour
2025-10-25 18:30 - 20:30 | Whangarei Speedway, 278 Port Road, Whangārei 0110, Whangarei, Northland
Get ready to experience an electrifying night of non-stop action and excitement for the whole family! Buckle yourself for an adrenaline-fuelled event featuring New Zealand’s very own car-crushing monster trucks restored to their former glory, New Zealand’s top freestyle motocross riders taking to the air for jaw-dropping acrobatics including backflips, and some of the country’s most talented stuntmen performing insane stunts, dodgem cars. The kids will be thrilled by the total carnage, and it’s the perfect night out for the whole family with an old fashion kiwi entertainment feel. So pack a picnic, blankets & chairs and get yourself trackside and don’t miss out on this heart thumping, action-packed all-Kiwi owned extravaganza!

Kiwi Steel Rodeo Tour
2025-10-25 18:30 - 20:30
We are excited to announce that Kiwi Steel Rodeo, a proudly Kiwi owned & operated stunt show, will be coming to Huntly on October 25th, 2025.
Experience thrilling entertainment including Car Crushing Monster Trucks, Freestyle Motocross, spectacular stunts, & much more. Prepare for an unforgettable night of high octane action!

Opening Nights - HB Streetstock Champs
2025-10-25 18:00 - 22:00 | Stratford Speedway, 9A Flint Road West, Stratford 4394, Stratford, Taranaki, 4352, New Zealand
City of NP Classic for Stockcars, Modifieds, Streetstocks & Adult Ministocks. Classes runnning: Stockcars, Modifieds, Saloons/Super Saloons, Streetstocks, Adult Ministocks, F2 Midgets

All OZ Cruise Start A
2025-10-25 17:30
Meet at 5.30pm with 6.00pm departure from Hawke Street Carpark near the Chanakya Indian Resturant before the Countdown carpark. We will let you know that before we leave at the start of the cruise.
There will also be a BBQ at the end of the cruise
Please drive responsibly, no skids or antisocial behaviour is acceptable

All OZ Cruise Start B
2025-10-25 17:30
Meet at 5.30pm with 6.00pm departure, Start at Princess Margaret Hospital Carpark and Finish to be in Prebbleton and we will let you know that before we leave at the start of the cruise.
There will also be a BBQ at the end of the cruise
Please drive responsibly, no skids or antisocial behaviour is acceptable

Grand Opening (Double Points): Lucas Oil Superstock & Super Saloon Series
2025-10-25 17:00 - 22:00 | Robertson Prestige International Speedway, Takaro, Palmerston North 4410, Palmerston North, Manawatu-Whanganui
Historic Stockcars Minisprints Stockcars Super Saloons Superstocks Youth Ministocks – PN Registered Only

CRANK UP! 2025
2025-10-25 10:00 - 15:00
The Geraldine Vintage Car & Machinery Club members will be CRANKING UP! VINTAGE & CLASSIC:
☞ Tractors
☞ Vehicles
☞ Machinery
☞ Stationary Engines
☞ Water Pumps
☞ Hot air Pumps
and anything else the members want to CRANK UP! on the day.
☞ Vintage & Classic Car rides.
☞ Sausage Sizzle.
☞ Picnic Area & modern bathrooms.
Great Family day or Event of interest to any Vintage or Machinery enthusiast.

ClubFest 2025
2025-10-25 09:00 - 2025-10-26 18:00 | Hampton Downs, 20 Hampton Downs Road, RD2, Auckland, Auckland, 3782, New Zealand
Downtime Entertainment presents.. ClubFest! New Zealand’s annual Car Club MEGA MEET! 26-27 October 2024 (Labour weekend), a true celebration of the car club culture in New Zealand.
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A SOLD OUT event since 2020, ClubFest is a series of track sessions and activities aimed at giving car clubs the opportunity to drive around Hampton Downs in a safe and controlled environment. Clubs of all makes and models are welcome. Your track entry gives you access to all sessions over the weekend.
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While ClubFest is about having fun and celebrating the car club scene in New Zealand, there is also a competitive element with car clubs and individuals competing for titles, prizes and ultimate bragging rights. To enter your car, you must be part of a Car Club.
