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P. 02-03 CAR MAGAZINE1.2.3.4.5.6.Condimentum Vitae Sapien PellentesqueRisus Viverra Adipiscing Tellus Integer Bibendum Integer Quis Auctor Tincidunt LobortisePage 02Page 06Page 07Page 10Page 13Page 15FROM THE CEOGLENN MATTHEWSCEO, the Australian Racing Drivers’ ClubProud operators of SMSP since 1996Get ready for a big year ahead. The Australian Racing Drivers Club is celebrating 30 years at Sydney Motorsport Park, and our 2026 calendar brings together national motorsport, local racing, hands on experiences and a full mix of festivals and community events.You will see major championships return alongside strong state level racing, plus a full schedule of car and bike experiences, driver and rider training, corporate days, and track time across our four circuits, skidpan and offroad course. Add in community favourites like cars and coffee, road cycling, and cross country events, and the park will be alive day and night right through 2026.Through the Australian Motorsport Innovation Precinct, we continue to support progress in technology, engineering and education. And as Australia’s top ranked circuit on the global Sustainable Circuits Index, we are committed to pushing the next wave of sustainable motorsport. SMSP remains the only venue in the country to hold FIA Environmental Accreditation in Australia.In 2026 and beyond, Sydney Motorsport Park is yours to enjoy. Whether you’re racing, riding, learning, or spectating, SMSP is here to make your motorsport moments memorable.
EVENTSMAJOR EVENTSJust a few of the fantastic festivals and racing scheduled for 2026!Event information and tickets: sydneymotorsportpark.com.au/calendar*Dates subject to change. Check the calendar for the latest news and updates.FEBRUARY 27 - MARCH 1Powercruise provides car enthusiasts with the opportunity to explore their vehicles’ performance potential in a controlled, fun environment. With on-site camping available, this event creates a complete weekend experience for friends and families to enjoy together.POWERCRUISEMARCH 27-28Experience the electrifying rush of the Australasian Superbike Championship in an adrenaline-fueled, two-day, day-and-night showdown! Don’t miss out on the country’s best wheel-to-wheel action as the riders push the limits of their machines on our GP Circuit.AUSTRALASIAN SUPERBIKE CHAMPIONSHIPFEBRUARY 20 - 22Join us for the exhilarating season opener of the Supercars Championship! See the Supercars and support categories take on the track both in daylight and through the stunning summer evenings. Be a part of the excitement as we launch an unforgettable 2026 season!SUPERCARS
SEPTEMBER 4 - 5‘WTAC’ is the ultimate battle against the clock featuring some of the world’s best tuners and racers, international drift championships, main-straight entertainment, merchandise galore, and a fantastic festival atmosphere.WORLD TIME ATTACK (WTAC)AUGUST 16Over 1600 cars, motorbikes, scooters and vehicles will be on display and cruising the track. Enjoy the amazing metal and market stalls, and don’t miss the double-decker bus tour of the SMSP circuit!CMC SHANNONS SYDNEY CLASSICAUGUST 29-30The iconic Australian Muscle Car Masters event returns to mark 30 years of the ARDC at Sydney Motorsport Park. Revisit the golden years of Australian motorsport in a weekend of action that all will enjoy.AUSTRALIAN MUSCLE CAR MASTERSAUGUST 22Beat the Blue is a night of “friendly competition” as 100 competitors go headto-head with the NSW Highway Patrol. While spectator entry is free, all other proceeds go towards a good cause: NSW Police Legacy. BEAT THE BLUE(NSW POLICE LEGACY)4
RACE MEETINGS RACE MEETINGSThe Shannons SpeedSeries brings some of the best national categories to circuits around Australia. It features GT racing, onemake championships and high performance prototype battles with the GT World Challenge Australia series, the GT4 Australia Series, Porsche Michelin Sprint Challenge, the new Mustang Cup and Radical Cup Australia.SHANNONS SPEEDSERIESThe NSW MRC is one of the largest and most diverse circuit racing series in the country. SMSP will hold multiple rounds in 2026, with eight or more categories racing through the weekend or in fast and furious single-day/night rounds.NSW MOTOR RACE CHAMPIONSHIP
The MRA series is prime grassroots competition, featuring a wide variety of classes from sports cars to open-wheelers and everything in between; great for spectators!The St. George MCC is the premier motorcycle road race club in NSW, running the Motorcycle Endurance Series and Road Race Sprint Series, plus a fantastic night-time Summer Series under lights.MOTOR RACING AUSTRALIAST GEORGE MOTORCYCLE CLUBHISTORIC SPORTS AND RACING CAR ASSOCIATIONEvent information and tickets: sydneymotorsportpark.com.au/calendar*Dates subject to change. Check the calendar for the latest updates.HSRCA NSW is one of Australia’s leading car clubs catering specifically for historic racing, sports and touring cars, and holds a number of big historic race meets at SMSP annually.POST CLASSIC RACING ASSOCIATIONThe PCRA bring the classics out to SMSP several times a year, including a festival in March, the ‘Old Bike Challenge’, which is a consistently popular event for spectators and competitors alike.6
DRIVING EXPERIENCESOUR CAR,SUPERCARLive the dream and feel the exhilaration of driving a Lamborghini, Ferrari and Lotus at Sydney Motorsport Park! OUR TRACKEXPERIENCESMSP EXPERIENCES PARTNERFastrack Supercar Drive puts you behind the wheel of iconic and classic Supercars on a performance circuit. Supercars are engineered to provide an unparalleled driving experience to match the vehicle’s lines and spectacular sound. Regardless of your budget or preference, this will be an experience of a lifetime. Choose between three iconic supercars. Or drive them all!
FASTRACK V8EXPERIENCEGet behind the wheel of a powerful V8 race car, with a professional race driver sitting alongside showing you how to get the best out of yourself, the car and the circuit.OUR TRACKSMSP EXPERIENCES PARTNERExperience the thrill of classic Australian V8 Holden Commodores and Ford Falcons, or you can get behind the wheel of a NextGen Mustang. Plus, Fastrack’s experienced and friendly coaches will ensure you get the most out of your drive.Don’t want to drive, but still have the need for speed? Jump into the passenger seat and let one of our drivers take you for the ride of your life around SMSP’s twists and turns. Or do both!8
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1. SMSP TRACK DAYSRun by Driver Training and Track Experience partner Driving Solutions, our SMSP Track Days allow any car and driver – from first-timers to experienced racers – to sample the Gardner GP circuit in a safe, fun and welcoming environment. With experienced instructors on hand and a proven track record (pardon the pun!), our track days are an exhilarating experience for any level of driver in any type of car.2. SMSP TRACK NIGHTSOur SMSP Track Nights allow drivers to sample the SMSP GP Circuit under $16 million-worth of LED lights.Operating most Tuesday nights, three groups from beginners to advanced/experienced track day drivers alternate every 15 minutes throughout the night. All levels of skill and all road-registered vehicles are welcome. 3. OPEN PIT LANE TRACK DAYA specialised track day dedicated to experienced drivers wanting to maximise their track time with an open pit lane operating in morning and afternoon sessions of four hours.This day is suitable only for race cars that are capable of doing under 1 minute 50 seconds around the SMSP Gardner GP circuit.4. OBSERVED LICENCE TESTSOur partner Driving Solutions can get you on your way to racing with your Observed Licence Test (OLT). A test of practical skills, our Motorsport Australia approved instructors observe you under modified race conditions as part of your SMSP Track Day.SMSP EXPERIENCES PARTNER10
DRIVING EXPERIENCESTEST & TUNE ARDC PRIVATE PRACTICEFor race licence holdersThe ARDC Private Practice Track Days and Track Nights are for circuit-licensed competitors and enthusiasts, and open to road and race vehicles of all types. If you have a racing licence and run a car, bike, or open-wheeler, Private Practice offers an affordable opportunity to test and tune your vehicle.ARDC MEMBERS TRACK AND SOCIAL NIGHTSNightShift events are exclusive to ARDC Members! The Australian Racing Drivers’ Club, holds Nightshift for Cars about once every month, bringing our new and old members together on and off the track.Nightshift uses the extended SMSP Brabham (long) circuit, and our Members get on this awesome track for a special rate - plus can utilise their annual benefits to get a further 50% off. The night also includes a complimentary meal at the ARDC Garage Cafe, and guests are welcome.NIGHTSHIFT
SMSP Ride Days provides you the opportunity to experience the original Gardner GP Circuit’s fantastic fast and flowing sections and busy mix of hard acceleration and heavy braking in a safe and fun environment. With options for riders of almost all skill levels on nearly any type of bike, a SMSP Ride Day with Experience partner MEGA is your ultimate ride day experience!RIDING EXPERIENCESSMSPRIDE DAYSYOUR BIKE... OR ONE OF OURSSMSP EXPERIENCES PARTNER12
RIDING EXPERIENCESCALIFORNIA SUPERBIKE SCHOOLThe CSS program is designed to help riders understand the science of riding. The days are a combination of technical classroom content that develops with research and a practical on-track drill to allow students to experiment with techniques they learnt in the classroom.This allows for a deeper understanding of why motorcycles do what they do. Unleash your riding potential and master your motorcycle! All bikes, all riders, all levels.Motoschool is our newest destination for immersive in-person motorcycle coaching and rider training.Motoschool events focus on personalised data-driven coaching and training, offering a student instructor ratio of 10:1 or less. Learn to ride with skill and confidence, no matter where you are in your riding journey. MOTOSCHOOL
TEST & TUNE ARDC PRIVATE PRACTICEFor race licence holdersThe ARDC Private Practice Track Days and Track Nights are for circuit-licensed competitors and enthusiasts, and are an affordable opportunity for riders to test and tune their bikes.To enter Private Practice as a rider, you must hold a minimum MA Senior competition licence.SMSP RIDE DAYS TURN ON THE LIGHTSSummer is the time for our SMSP Ride Nights at Sydney Motorsport Park! Whether it’s day or night, there’s no better way to experience the thrill of Sydney Motorsport Park’s Gardner GP Circuit on two wheels. Riders of nearly all skill levels and motorcycle types are welcome. Choose your pace with three distinct groups, Slow, Medium, or Fast, and enjoy four exhilarating 20-minute sessions each hour in a safe and fun environment.SMSP RIDE NIGHTS 14
DRIVER TRAININGDRIVER TRAININGNIGHTDRIVE provides Learner Drivers with a unique opportunity to increase their on-road experience in a safe and less-stressed environment as day turns into night. NIGHTDRIVE is a FREE driver safety initiative from the Australian Racing Drivers’ Club and Driving Solutions, and supported by the NSW Highway Command.1 2Become a safer driver and earn 20 hours of bonus log book credit at the same time.– Module 1: Three hour interactive classroom-based session.– Module 2: Two hour in-vehicle coaching session using our dual controlled vehicle.1. NIGHTDRIVE FOR LEARNERS2. NSW SAFER DRIVER
34Get the best out of your car and refine your vehicle handling skills with our popular Advanced Driver Training course, which further hones your technique with indepth tuition and a strong focus on acceleration, braking and turns. This course is ideal for car clubs and car enthusiasts, and it’s recommended that participants complete a Defensive Driving course (or equivalent) beforehand.Defensive Driving skills are essential for both new and experienced drivers. With advances in vehicle technology and braking systems over the last decade, even the most seasoned drivers benefit from this course. Put the right techniques into practice with hands-on training and exercises in your own vehicle, learn your car’s essential maintenance and safety features, and even save money on vehicle maintenance by reducing vehicle wear-and-tear on the road.3. DEFENSIVE DRIVER TRAINING4. ADVANCED DRIVER TRAININGCOURSES ON THE SKIDPANSMSPs purpose-built 9000 square-metre polished cement skidpan can be operated either dry or wet using water sourced and recycled from our on-site dam. A wet skidpan lets you experience loss of traction safely while saving tyres and moving parts on your car. Situated near the main pit and paddock, the Skidpan has a sheltered viewing area and all other facilities and amenities are nearby. SMSP EXPERIENCES PARTNER16
DRIVER TRAININGSKID & SLIDE Learn how to create and control over-steer and develop your advanced vehicle handling skills in a safe and mechanicallysympathetic environment.Run in the evening and with a maximum of 12 vehicles under the guidance of our professional instructors (and using your own vehicle), you will love every minute of sideways action! Note: Recommended for Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) cars, and vehicles with the ability to turn off electronic aids.Let your 4WD do what it does best, and get off-road at SMSP! Our Offroad Circuit gets you off the tarmac and challenges your skills, while building confidence and understanding in your vehicle’s capability.Learn to negotiate a variety of terrains including sand and water crossings; choose the right range and gear, understand Hill Descent Control and off-road technologies, plus emergency braking on unsealed roads, vehicle recovery, and more.4WD TRAINING SMSP EXPERIENCES PARTNER
Vehicle manufacturers including Audi, Mercedes, BMW, Hyundai and Jaguar/Land Rover, along with multiple new EV brands, all hold regular events and driving experiences at SMSP. Customers and car lovers can sample the latest machinery on offer from these manufacturers on the Circuit, the Skidpan and even the 4WD track throughout a memorable day of motoring; see the online calendar for dates and booking details throughout the year.M A N U FA C T U R E R EXPERIENCES FOCUS DRIVER PERFORMANCEFocus Driver Performance is Australia’s first and only complete Driver Performance Centre, based right here at Sydney Motorsport Park. Focus Driver Performance has a vision to provide drivers with every aspect of preparation in order to achieve success on the world stage.Their expert coaches train all driver levels. The centre boasts three professional simulators, military grade neurotracking and cognitive development machines, and elite athletic fitness testing and analysis equipment.The ARDC’s partners can create automotive events, product launches, bespoke training, media launches and more. Contact us any time on +612 9672 1000 or [email protected] to discuss your ideas!B E S P O K E EXPERIENCES18
ARDC MEMBERSHIPYOUR VIP PLATINUM PASS TO SMSPEstablished in 1952, the Australian Racing Drivers’ Club strives to be Australia’s best club for lovers of motorsport. Whether you are a well-seasoned competitor, venturing out onto the track for the first time, or simply love the sights, smells, and sounds of motorsport, there is something for everyone with our ARDC Membership.Nearly 3,500 Members share our passion, and our mission is to drive motorsport into the future, and make it accessible for all. The ARDC offers its Members privileges no other motorsport club in Australia can. Choose from a Car or a Bike Membership - or a Car AND Bike Membership - and get trackside and on-track at SMSP! Our starter Enthusiast Membership is amazing value, we offer Member-only race benefits to our Competitor Members, and Enthusiast Plus allows you to bring two friends along to most of our events and races. Join us today! www.ardc.com.au. MEMBERSHIP
CAR OR BIKE ENTHUSIAST*Benefit inclusions may change throughout your membership term.**Subject to standard Member Access Terms & Conditions. Free entry is not guaranteed at every event. Guest Pass Access subject to the event promoter.Includes all above Enthusiast Member benefits*, plus two (2) additional guest passes for complimentary SMSP event entry**, so you can bring a couple of friends along!CAR AND BIKE ENTHUSIAST MEMBERSHIP1 YEAR $220Want the best of both worlds? Combine your Car and Bike Membership to receive all the on-track Enthusiast benefits* for both Car and Bike, plus all of your awesome off track benefits.CAR OR BIKE ENTHUSIAST PLUS1 YEAR $2503 YEAR $675Our Enthusiast membership is perfect for the motorsport and motoring enthusiast, encompassing a raft of amazing benefits, discounts and access to events and experiences at Sydney Motorsport Park. The Enthusiast offering forms the basis for all of our membership tiers.1 YEAR $1103 YEAR $30020The Enthusiast Membership benefits* include: » Free General Admission spectator access to most events and race meetings held at SMSP**» CARS: 2 x 50% discount on SMSP Track Days/ Nightshift Members Track Nights. BIKES: 1 x 50% discount on a SMSP Ride Day and 1 x 50% discount on a SMSP Ride Night.» Discounts on Fastrack V8 Race Experience, Drift School Australia courses and events, Focus Driver Performance and Driver Training courses (Cars).» Classic Inc historic/classic registration benefits» 5% off at ARDC-controlled food outlets» Exclusive Members-only events at SMSP» Partner benefits: Discounts to NRL Season games at Accor Stadium, Sydney Zoo, local accommodation, travel, partner circuits, and more (details on next page).
BIKE COMPETITORIncludes all Enthusiast Member benefits* plus:» Guest pass for free General Admission to most SMSP events**» Member discount on Test and Tune Track Days (must have a Motorcycling Australia Senior Race licence or dispensation for a Junior Race licence).1 YEAR $1753 YEAR $475 CAR COMPETITORIncludes all Enthusiast Member benefits* plus:» Guest pass for free General Admission to most SMSP events**» Member discount on Test and Tune Track Days (must have a minimum MA Speed licence)» Discounts on race entry and preferred garage hire at ARDC-operated race events1 YEAR $1753 YEAR $475At the ARDC, we’re always trying to give our Members more. As a thank you for being a valued Member, our benefits program is packed with special offers and exclusive discounts to give back to Members and partners of the Club and the track. See ardc.com.au/partner-benefits for details.MEMBER PERKSPARTNER BENEFITS FOR ARDC MEMBERS
ARDC AWESOME OFFICIALSWant to become a Race Official and get up close and personal to all the cars, the stars and the action of Motorsport? It is actually a lot easier than you might think to get yourself trackside, and there are so many places it can take you.Become a Grid Marshal, Pit Lane Marshal, Race Control Administrator, Scrutineer, Timekeeper, Flag Marshal or another key role... And meet your motorsport heroes while spending your weekends with fellow enthusiasts who share your interest in motorsport.For more information visit raceofficials.com.au or phone +612 9672 1000.BE A PART OF THE SMSP CIRCUIT TEAM!BECOME AN ARDC VOLUNTEER RACE OFFICIAL AND SEE WHERE IT CAN TAKE YOU!RACE OFFICIALS ARDC MEMBERSHIPARDC RACE OFFICIAL MEMBERS receive all the benefits of an Enthusiast Membership plus some special “officials only” benefits such as:» Thank you events» Officials Cocktail Party» Officials Christmas Party» Official clothing» Official point score (with a cash prize!)» Milestone Recognition ProgramFree ARDC Race Official Membership is on offer to those who work a minimum number of events in a calendar year as a way to say thank you... Read on to learn how to get started as an official at SMSP! 22
It WESTERN SYDNEY’S ADRENALINE- FILLED EXHIBITION, CONFERENCE AND EDUCATION CENTRE.THE JACK MYERS ROOMTHE BOARDROOMWithin the precinct, the Jack Myers Room offers a flexible conference and suite space with clear views across the Brabham Straight. It is a practical choice for EV training sessions, technical briefings, immersive demonstrations and events for groups of twenty through to 150 guests.The upper level features a dedicated boardroom style area with two bright interlinked rooms that can be used separately or combined into one large space. A private balcony overlooking the start and finish area makes it an ideal setting for leadership meetings, partner presentations or product unveilings that benefit from a direct connection to the circuit.THE HUBTHE AUSTRALIAN MOTORSPORT INNOVATIONPRECINCTThe Australian Motorsport Innovation Precinct (AMIP) began as an idea inspired by Silverstone’s Innovation Park, and has grown into a precinct that supports the next wave of high performance technology, with a strong focus on emobility, new energy and future transport solutions.AMIP is carving its own space within the Australian landscape. The precinct now attracts EV manufacturers, energy providers and technology partners who use the site for education, training, testing, product launches and industry collaboration. Its location on an active permanent race circuit creates an environment that few venues can offer, allowing businesses to demonstrate new technologies in a real world setting.Please see amip.smsp.com.au for rates and further details.
The creation of the Australian Motorsport Innovation Precinct has given the ARDC a strong platform to build new collaborations with ARDC Partners such as AGI Sport, DNA Autohaus and Focus Driver Performance, developing the ARDC Race Academy. While bringing forward the next generation of podium level drivers and riders is a key focus, the Academy also supports a wide range of motorsport career paths including mechanical and engineering roles, team support, data specialists and officials.FORMULA PATHWAY PROGRAMRising karting stars can now step into the world of Formula 4 with an intensive two day introduction program at Australia’s home of motorsport. The course is designed to help emerging drivers handle the demands of Formula 4 racing and beyond, and is open to experienced karters aged 14 and above.TOURING CAR PATHWAY PROGRAMRising talent can now make the jump into tin-top racing with a new intensive two-day program using Toyota 86’s. The course is designed to help young drivers develop the skills and experience needed for closed roof racing.AMIP INNOVATION: ARDC RACE ACADEMY It
A ut consequat semper viverra na auctor urna nunc id cursus metus alquam eleifend sagittis purus sit amet volutpatThe Australian Racing Drivers’ Club (ARDC) is committed to creating a lasting positive impact on the community and the environment. We are proud to spearhead sustainable practices in motorsport, and will continue working towards a more sustainable future.Our Commitment» Sustainable waste management program to maximise landfill diversion. » Educate event owners, track teams, and suppliers on sustainable practices. » Implement sustainable technologies on and off track, and continue investing in EV charging stations and solar panels. » Support university EV and solar race teams, and provide track access for community activities.» Monitor and reduce energy, water, noise and emissions, and promote biodiversity. » Collaborate with partners Closed Loop Environmental Solutions to enhance sustainability at SMSP, and support eco-focused businesses within the AMIP.Some of our Key Programs and ActionsRACING GREENAUSTRALIA’S MOST SUSTAINABLE CIRCUITOn the International StageSUSTAINABILITYSydney Motorsport Park remains Australia’s first and only circuit to receive any level of sustainability accreditation from the global motorsport governing body, the Federation Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA). The FIA 2-Star Accreditation awarded in 2024 demonstrates our ongoing commitment to driving the future of sustainability in Australian Motorsport. This remarkable achievement places SMSP among an elite group of world-class venues, including Silverstone, Monza, Imola, and Mugello.In July of 2025, the ARDC was ranked as Australia’s most sustainable circuit in the Sustainable Circuits Index for the 5th year in a row, maintaining its rank in Australia since the reports inception in 2021. On top of this, SMSP increased its global ranking to 22nd, placing it ahead of multiple established and internationally-recognised premier motorsport venues.sustainability.smsp.com.au
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