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New Zealand Superstock Grand Prix. Queen of the Mountain Stockcar Champs. King of the Mountain Superstock Champs (Tier 2), Saloon Heritage Shield
2026-01-10 18:30 - 22:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Stratford Speedway, 9A Flint Road West, Stratford 4394, Stratford, Taranaki, 4352, New Zealand
Superstocks, Queen of the Mountain Stockcars, Saloons, Classic Stockcars

Giltrap Group Taupo Historic GP
2026-01-16 00:00 - 2026-01-18 00:00, 2026-01-16 08:00 - 2026-01-18 17:00 | Taupo International Motorsport Park, 463 Broadlands Road, Rotokawa, 3378
Get ready for a nostalgic yet exhilarating weekend at the Taupo Historic GP, a highlight of the Repco NextGen NZ Championship at Taupo International Motorsport Park!
This event celebrates the rich history of motorsport with an international lineup of Formula Atlantics joining their New Zealand counterparts for intense on-track action and captivating off-track displays. A standalone race field dedicated to these iconic cars will see fierce competition for the coveted 2026 Historic GP title.
Alongside the Formula Atlantics, fans can enjoy historic categories such as HVRA Saloons, Heritage Touring Cars NZ, Classic Saloons, and EURO Class, while the Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy nods to the future stars of motorsport.

FH Group New Zealand Superstock Championship - Qualifying
2026-01-16 18:00 - 22:00
The biggest event on the Speedway New Zealand calendar kicks off with the first of two action-packed nights for the FH Group New Zealand Superstock title! Cars from across the country come together to battle it out, vying for a spot in the finals field and a chance to compete for the prestigious 1NZ title. Expect fast-paced racing, fierce competition, and plenty of excitement as the championship journey begins.
Classes running:
Superstocks
Classic Stockcars
All classes are to be confirmed and are subject to change without notice.

NZ Midget Champs Night 1
2026-01-16 18:30 - 22:00 | Baypark Speedway, 81 Truman Lane, Mount Maunganui 3116, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
Get ready for the big event at Baypark Speedway this season!
🏁 Join us for the most thrilling Midget Car race in New Zealand this season, featuring two nights of non-stop action on January 16-17th, 2026.
Its the 83rd running of the New Zealand Midget Car Championship,
Witness the quest to crown New Zealand’s finest Midget Car racer. Don’t miss out on the speedway’s epic championship battle!”
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Classes Racing Friday
Midgets – NZ Championship
Super-Saloons
Sprintcars
Six Shooters – Predator Series
Classes racing Saturday:
Midgets – NZ Championships Final
Sprintcars
Six Shooters – Predator Series Final
Ministocks

FH Group New Zealand Superstock Championship - Finals
2026-01-17 17:00 - 22:00
The moment everyone’s been waiting for — the FH Group New Zealand Superstock Championship Finals! The country’s top drivers go all out to crown the new 1NZ champion in a night full of intense racing, close battles, and high stakes. This is where legends are made and history is written!
REPECHAGE TO START AT 5PM
Classes running:
Superstocks
TQ Midgets
All classes are to be confirmed and are subject to change without notice.

New Zealand Saloon Grand Prix
2026-01-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Waikaraka Speedway, 175 Neilson Street, Onehunga, Auckland, 1061, New Zealand
Stockcars, Six Shooters/LS1

Stockcars Team Invitation
2026-01-17 18:00 - 22:00
Classes Racing:
F2 Midgets
Kiwi Kids
Ministocks
Production Saloons
Saloons
Stockcar Teams
Stockcars

NZ Midget Champs Night 2
2026-01-17 18:30 - 22:00 | Baypark Speedway, 81 Truman Lane, Mount Maunganui 3116, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty

Countrywide Cruisers Breakfast
2026-01-18 09:30 - 11:30
See you for a relaxed park up and brekky at Drift Inn!
$25 Breakfast Buffet, with complimentary tea & coffee.
Or try our new winter beans coffee from Southbound (Geraldine)
Prizes for cars dished out by the youngins!
EVERYONE IS WELCOME EVEN THE DOGS!!

Bikes, BBQ & Hot Cars
2026-01-22 17:00 - 21:00
Bikes, BBQ & Hot Cars is back for its 13th year!
Crowded House Bar & Eatery is revving things up again with one of New Plymouth’s most loved community nights — where the streets come alive with chrome, engines, music, and mouth-watering BBQ.
This year, we’re turning up the excitement with something extra: a raffle at every BBHC date! 🎟️ Each draw gives you the chance to win prizes leading up to our grand BBQ raffle on 19th February, where one lucky winner will take home a brand new BBQ!
🚗 What to expect
Classic cars & custom bikes rolling in and lining the street
Live music to set the vibe all night long
Tasty Smokehouse BBQ & delicious food specials
Drink specials at the bar
Great company, family-friendly atmosphere, and plenty of photo-worthy moments
📅 Event Dates
Thursday 20th November 2025
Thursday 18th December 2025
Thursday 22nd January 2026
Thursday 19th February 2026 (BBQ raffle night 🎉)
⏰ From 5:30 PM till late
📍 Crowded House Bar & Eatery, New Plymouth
The event is open to everyone — whether you ride, drive, or just love being around great machines and good people. Bring the family, bring your mates, and enjoy an evening that’s all about community, food, music, and horsepower.
👉 Got a bike or a classic car? Roll up, park up, and show it off.
⚡ Don’t miss this — every night builds towards the big BBQ prize, so get in early, get your raffle entry, and make every BBHC count.

PTS World Invitation Superstock Champs
2026-01-23 19:00 - 23:00 | Rotorua Speedway, 105 Paradise Valley Road, Ngongotahā Valley 3072, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
PTS World Invitation Superstock Champs (World 240s)
Rees Race Cars Aotearoa Ladies Stockcar Crown
Overseas Drivers Practice
Classes Running:
Superstocks (5)
Ladies Stockcars

Ascot Park Hotel Classic Speedfest 2025
2026-01-24 08:00 - 2026-01-25 17:00 | Teretonga Park
Formula Junior
Historic & Vintage Racing Assn
Vintage Racing Cars
Classic Saloons
Sports Cars
Formula Libre
Noel McIntyre Drainage Club Saloons

North Island Minisprint Champs + Manawatu Youth Ministock Champs
2026-01-24 17:00 - 22:00 | Robertson Prestige International Speedway, Takaro, Palmerston North 4410, Palmerston North, Manawatu-Whanganui
Minisprints Saloons Stockcars Youth Ministocks

Open Wheel - All Classes
2026-01-24 18:00 - 21:00 | Waikaraka Speedway, 175 Neilson Street, Onehunga, Auckland, 1061, New Zealand

Allan Hancock, Michael Walker and Warren Lowry Stockcar Memorials
2026-01-24 18:30 - 22:00 | Stratford Speedway, 9A Flint Road West, Stratford 4394, Stratford, Taranaki, 4352, New Zealand
Taranaki Streetstock Champs, Taranaki Saloon Champs Taranaki Youth Ministock Champs. Classes running: Superstocks, Stockcars, Modifieds, Saloons, Streetstocks, Youth Ministocks

PTS World Invitation Superstock Champs
2026-01-24 18:30 - 23:00 | Rotorua Speedway, 105 Paradise Valley Road, Ngongotahā Valley 3072, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
PTS World Invitation Superstock Champs (World 240s)
Rees Race Cars Aotearoa Ladies Stockcar Crown
Stihl Shop Lakelands 2nd Tier Championship
ProComp Engineering 3rd Tier Championship (3/4ths format)
G & T Earthmoving services ltd Stockcar Teams Race: Rascals vs. ?
Rainoff date 25.1.26 1pm
Classes Running:
Superstocks (4)
Ladies Stockcars
Stockcar Teams

Napa 70th New Zealand Grand Prix
2026-01-30 08:00 - 2026-02-01 17:00 | Highlands Motorsport Park, Corner SH6 and Sandflat Road, Sandflat Road, Cromwell, 9384, New Zealand
Prepare for an unforgettable weekend at the prestigious NAPA 70th New Zealand Grand Prix, coinciding with the electrifying Grand Final of the Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy at Highlands Motorsport Park!
Set against one of the world’s most stunning circuits, this event promises heart-pounding action across categories like the Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy, Bridgestone GR86 Championship, Summerset GT New Zealand, and TA2 Championship.
For the first time ever, the Repco NextGen NZ Championship proudly presents the inaugural Formula Atlantic New Zealand Grand Prix Double-Header, at Taupo Historic GP and the NAPA 70th New Zealand Grand Prix at Highlands Motorsport Park. Adding to the occasion, the winner of the Formula Atlantic feature race will be awarded the Tim Miles Memorial Trophy, a special honour commemorating the life and legacy of one of New Zealand motorsport’s greats.
Witness the intensity as drivers battle for glory in this historic milestone event, showcasing the very best of New Zealand’s motorsport talent.
The electrifying atmosphere will captivate fans and families alike, with off-track entertainment and activities ensuring a fun-filled day for all.
Join us at Highlands for a front-row seat to the NAPA 70th New Zealand Grand Prix, where the Repco NextGen NZ Championship delivers a spectacular celebration of racing excellence!

Club Night
2026-01-30 18:30 - 22:30 | Rotorua Speedway, 105 Paradise Valley Road, Ngongotahā Valley 3072, Rotorua, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
6.30 start for Ministocks
Classes Running:
Superstocks
Stockcars
Streetstocks
Production Saloons – Points
TQ Midgets – Points
Ministocks All

Ruapuna Superbike Grand Prix
2026-01-31 00:00 - 2026-02-01 00:00, 2026-01-31 08:00 - 2026-02-01 17:00

Trust Aoraki Thunder Down Under Super Trucks
2026-01-31 09:00 - 2026-02-01 17:00 | Levels Raceway, 418 Falvey Road, Washdyke, Timaru, 7974, New Zealand
Get ready for an epic motorsport weekend here at Levels Raceway with the Trust Aoraki Thunder Down Under event on Saturday 31st January & Sunday 1st February 2026!
This action-packed event will feature some of New Zealand’s best racing classes, guaranteeing two days of high-speed thrills and excitement for the whole family.
📅 Saturday 31st January & Sunday 1st February 2026
⏰ On track from 9:00 AM
📍 Levels Raceway, Timaru
Classes:
– NZ Super Trucks
– Mainland Muscle Cars vs Central Muscle Cars
– OSCA
– SS Cup
– New Zealand Formula Ford
– PRO 8 – Mazda Racing NZ
– 2K Cup South Island
– NZ Mini 7 Champs

New Zealand Sidecar Champs
2026-01-31 16:30 - 21:00 | McDonald’s Kihikihi Speedway, 53 Grey Street, Kihikihi 3800, Kihikihi, Waikato, New Zealand
Classes Racing
New Zealand Sidecars – Flat Trackers – Pre 2000 Sidecars – T.B.A

SuperStock Teams Race Vs GB Lions + USA Super Saloons
2026-01-31 18:00 - 21:00 | Waikaraka Speedway, 175 Neilson Street, Onehunga, Auckland, 1061, New Zealand
SuperStocks, Modifieds, Stockcars, Ministocks

Open Wheel Spectacular Part 1
2026-01-31 18:00 - 22:00
Classes Racing:
F2 Midgets
kiwi Kids
Midgets
Ministocks
Modifieds
Sprint Cars
TQ Midgets

Streetcar Race/Demolition Derby
2026-01-31 18:00 - 22:00 | Awapuni Speedway, 357 Awapuni Road, Gisborne, 4071, New Zealand
Stockcars, Saloons, Production Saloons, Streetstocks, Classic Stockcars, Ministocks

HB Ministock Champs
2026-01-31 18:00 - 22:00 | Meeanee Speedway, 59 Sandy Road, Meeanee, Napier 4183, Napier, Hawke's Bay, 4142, New Zealand
Superstocks | TQs | Super Saloons | Saloons

Bike the Track + Black Sheep Construction Wellington Ministock Champs + Dykstra Modified Challenge + Tri-Series Teams
2026-01-31 18:00 - 22:00
Our awesome community event is back! Kids aged 16 and under can bring their push bikes and take to the track mid-meeting for their own spin — just like their favourite drivers. Alongside this fun family moment, watch the future stars battle it out in the B lack Sheep Construction Wellington Ministock Champs and catch the high-speed action of the Dykstra Modified Challenge. To top it off, this event may feature Stockcar Teams racing as well – to be confirmed as the season plays out. An evening full of racing and fun for all ages!
Classes running (TBC):
Ministocks
Modifieds
Superstocks
Streetstocks
Stockcars Teams (tbc)
All classes are to be confirmed and are subject to change without notice.

New Zealand Minisprint Championship
2026-01-31 18:30 - 22:00 | Stratford Speedway, 9A Flint Road West, Stratford 4394, Stratford, Taranaki, 4352, New Zealand
Under 23 Stockcar Champs, Taranaki Super Saloon Champs. Classes running: Superstocks, Stockcars, Minisprints, Adult Ministocks, Super Saloons

Skope Classic
2026-02-06 08:00 - 2026-02-08 17:00
36th edition of the best of Classic and Historic Motor Racing at Euromarque Motorsport Park. Featuring an amazing mix of Historic & Classic motor racing
Spectator information available later in 2025
Interested new competitors, or those wishing to race a different vehicle, please complete the Registration of Interest form available HERE
Classes include 4x grids for mixed saloon cars
2x for pre 1978 cars which are fully period correct and 2x for modified classics + select modern classics. Please get in touch if you would like to see if your car might be eligible
Formula Libre is for classic single seaters and sports racing cars, expected fastest lap time is 1:30 for this class
Classes also racing:
Muscle Car North vs South challenge
Historic Touring Cars
Formula 5000
Formula Junior
Vintage Car Club
