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V8 Racing in Australia


Take a trip around Australia's fast tracks

For all the rev heads, there’s nothing that satisfies an adrenaline fix quite as well as some engine revving and tyre squealing. The V8 supercars are popular Australian touring car races throughout all states and territories. Growing in popularity in both New Zealand, V8 racing is a sport slowly making its mark around the world via television coverage. Car fanatics pick a team from the two most popular passenger cars; Ford or Holden, and flock to the grandstands to watch the race and cheer on their racing team. Australia’s most popular racing series, the V8 supercars have attracted both national and international visitors to get into the hot seat and experience what it’s like behind the wheel of these fast cars.

V8 Racing in Australia

Where can I drive a V8 Supercar in Australia?

Available Australia-wide, taking a circuit lap or two in a V8 race car is a thrilling activity to experience the speed, power and force of a racing vehicle. Take your pick of a powerful beast like the V8 Commodore or Monaro, strap on your seatbelt and get ready for the ride of your life. With the option to sit in the passenger seat with a professional V8 driver, you will be able to get a feel of the car and shown the skills necessary for the circuit before trying it yourself. Just when you think you could be the next Mark Skaife, your driver will take over for some final buzzing hot laps. A whole new motor sport experience, driving the racing circuit in a V8 supercar will have your heart pumping and your body shaking.

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