Rally New Zealand

Last night Hyundai New Zealand in association with one of the country’s longest running television shows, Hyundai Country Calendar, launched an incredible opportunity to win an experience at Repco Rally New Zealand!

This is your opportunity to be in to win an incredible money can’t buy experience at the World Rally Championship round in Auckland – from Thursday 29 September to Sunday 2 October.

The experience includes:

• Two VIP hospitality passes to hosting during all four days of the event
• Return flights to Auckland from your nearest domestic airport
• Accommodation in Auckland CBD 
• Exclusive Shakedown Rally Ride
• Repco Rally New Zealand Merchandise pack
• And finally incredible viewing of a famous rally stage from a helicopter!

Click Here to Enter

Visit www.rallynewzealand.com for more information on the event.

Thanks to our partner Hyundai New Zealand.Good luck with your entry, and we can’t wait to see you at the event to experience the adrenalin of the WRC!

Century Batteries revved up for Repco Rally New Zealand

After 10 long years away, the FIA World Rally Championship has returned to New Zealand, and this time it is powered by one of New Zealand’s most popular battery brands.

Century Batteries has jumped onboard as the Official Battery partner of Repco Rally New Zealand for 2022, in what is set to be an action packed and adrenaline filled 4-day event centered around the Auckland and Waikato regions.

Stu Stanners, General Manager of Century Yuasa believes international events participating on New Zealand soil should be supported and celebrated not only by the general public, but also by local industries.

“Kiwis are getting around the Repco Rally New Zealand after such a long hiatus, so we are proud to be supporting the New Zealand round,” says Stanners. “This is a great moment for Century Batteries to be getting behind such an iconic World series and one that we have big plans for.”

Repco Rally New Zealand CEO, Michael Goldstein said they were excited to welcome onboard Century Batteries, a brand that has proudly supported New Zealand motorsports for many years.

Century Batteries has always been a staunch supporter of New Zealand motorsports, and in addition to being the Official Battery of Repco Rally New Zealand they’ve also secured naming rights for the NZRC’s Service Park. The ‘Century Batteries Service Park’ will be located on Auckland’s Halsey Wharf, and will act as the home base for all New Zealand based drivers during the event.

Repco Rally New Zealand organisers believe the remarkable spectating at Jack’s Ridge – which offers a full day of rally action culminating in the thrilling finale – promises to be a world-class sporting experience with exhilarating jumps and technical corners.

For tickets and information about Repco Rally New Zealand visit www.rallynewzealand.com

RALLY GOLD PASS TICKETS HAVE NEARLY SOLD OUT!!

That’s right fans have been eager to secure the best spot with priority viewing and the best parking and there are under 100 left! Click the button below to secure yours now.

Gold Pass includes:
– Exclusive access to shakedown on Thursday 28th September
– Priority viewing at SSS1 on Thursday 28th September (Subject to change)
– Access to Friday stages including priority gold pass parking
– Access to Saturday stages including priority gold pass parking
– Access to Jack’s Ridge Wolf Power Stage including gold pass spectating area and priority gold pass parking
– Official gold pass cap

International Tour Packages are Live:

After a 10-year hiatus and two years of closed borders, Auckland – Tamaki Makaurau welcomes The return of the WRC in 2022 and our international guests.

Global fans of The FIA World Rally Championship can now secure the once-in-a-lifetime trip to The Repco Rally of New Zealand WRC.

Culture, excitement, memories and some of the world’s best Rally Roads host our global Audience Sept 29 – October 2nd

Full tour packages start at $2990 twin share and are available now.

To enquire and join us click the button above.

Ford New Zealand today announced it has signed on as an Elite Sponsor of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) round to be held in New Zealand from 29 September to 2 October.

“New Zealanders – including all of us here at Ford – love all things Rally, so we’re really excited to be supporting the New Zealand event,” said Cameron Thomas, Marketing Director, Ford New Zealand. “It’s especially great to have it back after such a long hiatus. We’ve got big plans for the event and getting ford fans, our customers and our dealer teams involved. There will be plenty of fan support for the Ford teams.”

NZ’s Own Stokes Team in International Class with the Fiesta AP4

New Zealand’s own Robbie and Amy Stokes will be competing in Repco Rally New Zealand, sponsored by Team Hutchinson Ford and Ford New Zealand. The Stokes family have a long history of rally competitions, Robbie attending his first rally at three months old. He also saw his father compete in a Ford Escort Cosworth. Robbie is now racing himself alongside his sister Amy in their Ford Fiesta AP4.

“It’s certainly a Stokes family tradition now and a dream come true to be competing in the WRC event in New Zealand,” said Robbie Stokes. “It’s always good to race on home turf and especially with the international field.”

Jack’s Ridge

Ford New Zealand is planning a special event site during the Jack’s Ridge special stage on Sunday 2 October with a hosting area for Ford supporters and dealer teams. The site will feature one of the best viewing areas on the stage along with a special Next-Generation Ford Ranger drive activity.

“With both our local team and the M-Sport Ford Pumas to cheer on, it’s going to be a fantastic event,” added Cameron Thomas.

For tickets and information about Repco Rally New Zealand click the banner below

RALLY GOLD PASS TICKETS HAVE NEARLY SOLD OUT!!

That’s right fans have been eager to secure the best spot with priority viewing and the best parking and there are under 100 left! Click the button below to secure yours now.

Gold Pass includes:
– Exclusive access to shakedown on Thursday 28th September
– Priority viewing at SSS1 on Thursday 28th September (Subject to change)
– Access to Friday stages including priority gold pass parking
– Access to Saturday stages including priority gold pass parking
– Access to Jack’s Ridge Wolf Power Stage including gold pass spectating area and priority gold pass parking
– Official gold pass cap

International Tour Packages are Live:

After a 10-year hiatus and two years of closed borders, Auckland – Tamaki Makaurau welcomes The return of the WRC in 2022 and our international guests.

Global fans of The FIA World Rally Championship can now secure the once-in-a-lifetime trip to The Repco Rally of New Zealand WRC.

Culture, excitement, memories and some of the world’s best Rally Roads host our global Audience Sept 29 – October 2nd

Full tour packages start at $2990 twin share and are available now.

To enquire and join us click the button above.

Celebrated New Zealand driver, Shane van Gisbergen, current leader in the Supercars Championship, has confirmed he will start in the Repco Rally New Zealand on 29 September to 2 October in and around Auckland.

The 33-year-old, two-time Supercars champion and 2020 Bathurst winner, has tried his hand successfully at a range of motorsports, including winning the Battle of Jack’s Ridge rally sprint last year, and finishing top-five in his class at his first attempt at the famed Le Mans 24 Hour Race at the weekend.

He is amped to be part the FIA World Rally Championship event with tickets going on sale today for Repco Rally New Zealand which will feature the best rally drivers on the globe including New Zealand’s Hayden Paddon and van Gisbergen, who will both race in the WRC2 category.

Tickets for spectator zones throughout the rally are now on sale.

Rally New Zealand has offered a multi-stage access ticket for $35 per day for Friday and Saturday. The final day of the rally will be at the remarkable Jack’s Ridge venue in Whitford with tickets from $59 which includes entry to the power stage and car parking adjacent to the venue. Further options are available at Jack’s Ridge including the Gold Pass zone ($99) or VIP hospitality tickets ($300+GST).

Further details around spectator points and the itinerary will be released in the coming weeks. 

Limited Gold Passes are on sale providing premium spectating throughout the four days of the event along with unique Gold Pass merchandise. 

Repco Rally New Zealand organisers believe the remarkable spectating at Jack’s Ridge which offers a full day of rally action culminating in the thrilling finale promises to be world-class sporting experience. With tickets limited and on the back of a sold out Battle of Jack’s Ridge event in 2020 fans are encouraged to get in quickly before tickets are sold out.

Repco Rally New Zealand is a family-friendly event with kids 12 and under free and half-price tickets for those aged 13 to 18 years. 

Van Gisbergen said that it was his childhood memories of Rally New Zealand that has led to his involvement.

“I’ve been around it a long time and going to all the rallies when I was young watching Rally New Zealand. It has always been a dream to do it but I’ve never really had the chance.

“My favourite memories were as a young kid. Before the Manukau Super Stage was built, they had it up the road at Totara Park which was not far from where I grew up. It was in the early 90s and it was at night. I remember being on dad’s shoulders watching the cars go through there.”

Van Gisbergen said his father competed and with the advantage of local knowledge, especially in the regularly wet conditions, he was faster than the WRC cars- – until they struck a dry year and his luck also dried up.

“For me it’s cool that I will be on the other side of the fence.”

He will be supported by Perth-based Race Torque, run by two ex-pat New Zealanders with plenty of experience in rallying, along with his co-driver, former Australian champion Brisbane based Glen Weston.

Van Gisbergen competed in the opening round of the Australian Rally Championship earlier this year in Canberra which rekindled his interest, and he plans to bring his car to New Zealand in advance of Repco Rally New Zealand, potentially to drive in Rally Hawkes Bay.

But he is not putting undue pressure on himself.

“I need to get used to pace notes, how to read the New Zealand roads and just get better. Pace notes are where most of the speed is for me.

“I do not have any expectations for results. For me just competing in the event is going to be epic, to see the stages packed with fans, and having the service park on the Auckland waterfront, it is just going to be an awesome event.

“I am looking forward to be part of it. I just want to do a good job and keep it straight, be there at the end and be part of this incredible event.”

Friday: $35 + Parking per day accesses all spectator points (itinerary to be announced)

Saturday: $35 + parking per day accesses all spectator points (itinerary to be announced)

Sunday: From $59 (includes parking)

Gold Pass tickets: $195 includes exclusive access to shakedown, priority viewing at SSS1 (tba), Friday stages including priority gold pass parking, Saturday stages including priority gold pass parking, Jack’s Ridge Wolf Power Stage including gold pass spectating area and priority gold pass parking, gold Pass official merchandise.  

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing joins Repco Rally New Zealand as Jack’s Ridge announced as the Power Stage venue

The manufacturer of the leading team in the 2022 World Rally Championship, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing’s (TGR) local arm have today announced they are the latest elite sponsor to get behind Repco Rally New Zealand, to be staged in and around Auckland from 29 September to 2nd October.

TGR and Toyota globally have supported motorsport for over 60 years through all manner of motorsport including the WRC with the GR Yaris, WEC, Dakar Rally and other domestic championships.

Locally, TGR supports up-and-coming kiwi drivers to elevate them on the world stage through their local motorsport activity – Castrol Toyota Racing Series and the Toyota 86 Championship. The Castrol Toyota Racing Series has produced 20 drivers that have gone on to Formula One.

“We are excited to be sponsoring the 2022 Repco Rally New Zealand and welcome WRC back to New Zealand shores after ten years,” says Andrew Davis, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing New Zealand General Manager. “TOYOTA GAZOO Racing’s brand is about performance, passion, and innovation so we are excited to extend this into the rally world.”

TGR’s support of Repco Rally New Zealand comes after their recent partnership with Jack Hawkeswood who is competing in the New Zealand rally championship and Repco Rally New Zealand in a Toyota GR Yaris with support from TOYOTA GAZOO Racing NZ.

Repco Rally New Zealand CEO, Michael Goldstein said the event was thrilled to have the support from TGR.

“Toyota are a renowned global brand that has supported motorsport for decades and the TGR vision to help develop emerging kiwi talent resonates with our event on many levels.“They are part-and-parcel of rally globally and a household name, not just in motorsport in this country, but in the every-day lives of New Zealanders.”

It is in Jack Hawkeswood’s backyard that Repco Rally New Zealand today have also announced that the historic return of the World Rally Championship to New Zealand will culminate with the Jack’s Ridge Power Stage.

The Jack’s Ridge venue, in Whitford on the outskirts of Auckland, will play host to the final day of the Repco Rally New Zealand with the road now transformed into a testing 6.5km stage to be used for multiple stages on the final day of the rally, culminating in the Wolf Power Stage.

“This is a purpose-built rally venue and will put Repco Rally New Zealand on the global map,” said Goldstein.

“We couldn’t dream of a better Power Stage venue. Jack’s Ridge is only 30 minutes from downtown Auckland and has been created to ensure the best possible fan experience for the estimated 12,000 fans set to experience this world class rally experience.

“The stage will feature a number of exhilarating jumps, technical corners and a huge variety of different spectator areas. We are hugely grateful to the Hawkeswood family for everything they have done to create this iconic venue for rallying in New Zealand.

Sunday 2 October will feature a full day of racing at Jack’s Ridge leading into the deciding Wolf Power Stage to be held within a broadcast window from 3 – 430pm, during which the winner of Repco Rally New Zealand will be crowned.

Tickets for the Repco Rally New Zealand go on sale this Wednesday at www.rallynewzealand.com

International Tour Packages are Live:

After a 10 year hiatus and two years of closed borders, Auckland – Tamaki Makaurau welcomes The return of the WRC in 2022 and our international guests.

Global fans of The FIA World Rally Championship can now secure the once in a life time trip to The Repco Rally of New Zealand WRC.

Culture, excitement, memories and some of the world’s best Rally Roads host our global Audience Sept 29 – October 2nd

Full tour packages start at $2990 twin share and are available now.

To enquire and join us click the button below

After a 10-year hiatus, the FIA World Rally Championship is back on Kiwi shores and this year it’s powered by SIXT.

SIXT is the official New Mobility Partner of Repco Rally New Zealand for 2022. The 33rd edition of the WRC hits Kiwi roads in September with SIXT providing the horsepower for fans to get amongst the action.

Driven to deliver exciting automotive experiences and with a long history backing Kiwi motorsport, SIXT is the perfect partner to be powering this year’s Rally event.

The partnership will put Kiwi rally fans in the driver’s seat with SIXT serving up an exclusive offer to experience the latest and greatest in motoring. Kicking off June 14 when tickets for the event go on sale, Rally fans can get up to 15% off all SIXT rentals and will receive a Rally Supporters Pack with every booking.

Whether fans want to experience the best in electric performance with the Audi e-tron, Polestar 2, or Volkswagen’s iconic R range or they’re seeking an off-road expert like the Land Rover Defender, SIXT has drivers sorted.

For fans that want to fuel their need for speed a little longer, SIXT’s subscription option offers ultimate flexibility with all-inclusive monthly rolling packages. Every SIXT subscription booking made via the Repco Rally of New Zealand site from 14 June will get a motorsport helmet signed by Greg Murphy and Hayden Paddon.

Michael Goldstein, CEO of Repco Rally of NZ says the organisation couldn’t be happier to have SIXT in the fold for 2022.

“Our event is all about pushing the limits to discover the ultimate in performance and innovation and the team at SIXT wholeheartedly share this passion,” says Goldstein.

With a wide range of premium, EV and luxury vehicles available from one day to one year, SIXT is streets ahead of the rest in responding to the demands of a modern driver.

Dane Fisher, CEO of SIXT New Zealand believes Kiwis are wising up to the smart and flexible alternatives to vehicle purchasing and long-term leases. It’s a global trend that is relevant here more than ever before.

“The last two years have changed so much in our lives, and it’s become apparent that people don’t want to be tied down to something that might not suit them in six months or a year,” says Fisher.

“Drivers now want flexibility, and our offering provides just that. Whether people are on an electrification journey, their family dynamics are changing, or they just want new wheels for a getaway we have a solution for as little or as long as they like.”

From an environmental perspective it’s also a perfect fit – SIXT boasts the largest range of electric rental and subscription vehicles in New Zealand and all 2022 Rally1 cars will be the first ever plug in hybrid powered vehicles, from the same company that supplies hybrid components to formula E, Formula 1.

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International Tour Packages are Live:

After a 10 year hiatus and two years of closed borders, Auckland – Tamaki Makaurau welcomes The return of the WRC in 2022 and our international guests.

Global fans of The FIA World Rally Championship can now secure the once in a life time trip to The Repco Rally of New Zealand WRC.

Culture, excitement, memories and some of the world’s best Rally Roads host our global Audience Sept 29 – October 2nd

Full tour packages start at $2990 twin share and are available now.

To enquire and join us click the button below

After a decade long wait, the World Rally Championship is not only heading back to New Zealand, but to the heart of its biggest city. 

Rally New Zealand, which will be part of the FIA World Rally Championship for the 32^nd time, today announced that the event, to be held from 29 September to 2 October 2022, will be located on Auckland’s waterfront with its fan zone the REPCO Rally Village and service park utilising Silo Park and the bases on Wynyard Point in Wynyard Quarter.   

A global television audience of over 80 million will watch on as the world’s best drivers navigate some iconic New Zealand landscapes all from a central service base in the heart of Auckland city. 

The world’s best rally drivers will be returning to race on what many consider the best rallying roads in the world. They are led by some emerging and exciting drivers who will face off against our best including Hayden Paddon and Emma Gilmour. Huge intrigue remains over whether French rally legends Sebastien Loeb and Sebastien Ogier, who have won 17 world championships between them and committed to a part-time schedule in 2022, will make the trip to Auckland.

“The event has been five years in the making and there has been an extraordinary amount of hard work and discussions to bring the WRC back to New Zealand,” said Michael Goldstein, CEO of Rally New Zealand.

“Now we are pulling out all stops to put on a great show and bring the rally to the people. Today we are excited to announce that we are bringing on board an invaluable partner in REPCO as the naming sponsor and we’re excited for the REPCO Rally Village and service park to be located in Wynyard Quarter. 

“With our base in this iconic part of the Auckland waterfront, our fans, international guests and the wider public will have incredible access to the WRC show.”

Auckland Mayor Phil Goff said he was pleased to confirm that the rally’s service park and the REPCO rally village will be based on Auckland’s waterfront.

“After more than two years with the borders closed to protect New Zealanders against COVID-19, it’s fantastic to see a major international event of this magnitude returning to Auckland,” he says.

“The FIA World Rally Championship will draw thousands of visitors and spectators to our city centre, providing a welcome boost to businesses that have been impacted by the lockdowns and border closures. 

“Spectators, team members and support crews will enjoy not only the rally itself, but also our unique Auckland hospitality and stunning downtown waterfront.”

For naming sponsor REPCO, bringing the WRC back to New Zealand is especially poignant. 

“REPCO is 100 years young this year,” said Louise Sixton, General Manager Repco NZ. “It’s not every year you put 100 laps on the clock, sharing the passion with New Zealand race fans for a century. 

“To celebrate turning a “ton”, we’re making 2022 the biggest year for motorsport in New Zealand ever. 

“REPCO is supporting both the Repco Supercars Championship and, for the first time in 14 years, the Repco Rally of New Zealand. It’s going to be a great year and we have big plans to bring the event to life with Rally New Zealand across all 87 Repco branches nationwide, and in the REPCO Rally Village.”

The emblematic automotive parts and accessories retailer has previously backed Rally New Zealand’s Repco Battle of Jack’s Ridge event 18 months ago, won by star New Zealand driver, Shane van Gisbergen.

“It is fantastic to have REPCO along for the ride. They are synonymous with motorsport from the days of the Repco Brabham Formula One team all the way to their sponsorship of our awesome Battle of Jack’s Ridge event 18 months ago, said Goldstein.

“REPCO share our energy and passion for the sport and above all have a desire to help to reconnect kiwi fans with this monumental global motorsport championship.”

Rally New Zealand organisers will make further announcements in the coming weeks in relation to the rally route.  

Fans attending the World Rally Championship round in Auckland this September can purchase early-bird Rally Gold Pass tickets now at www.rallynewzealand.com with very limited numbers remaining within the early bird release. Further ticket detailed will be released following the confirmation of the event route.  

International fans are encouraged to visit www.wrctoursnz.com to enquire about a customised tour package where through the official tour partner they’ll see the best of Rally New Zealand. Details: www.rallynewzealand.com

CALLING VOLUNTEERS! It’s been 10 years in the making, and for the first time since 2012 the stars are back to rally the best roads in the world! But the WRC can’t run in New Zealand without an army of volunteers. With the 29th of September getting closer every day, we need every superstar to help make our event shine and to show the world the Kiwi hospitality that we have on offer.

We need volunteers from every walk of life to build our team and to join our family. From being an information star and guiding the public through our event, to being a part of our safety or spectator team out on the stages, or helping in the media centre, we have roles to suit everyone. 

Visit www.rallynewzealand.com to sign up to volunteer today. Volunteers will get Rally NZ merchandise as a token of our appreciation, and of course will be up close to all the action of the Rally – it really is an awesome opportunity to get involved in a major event.