The Latest Breaking News from Taupo

Supercars changes Taupo schedule to deal with cyclone

Supercars have made big moves for their Taupo round to deal with a potentially "life-threatening" cyclone that is expected to hit New Zealand's North Island.

AAP · Apr 10

Kiwi drivers make fast start in NZ Supercars practice

Andre Heimgartner and Ryan Wood have set the early pace at New Zealand's Taupo International Motorsport Park, going fastest in Supercars practice.

AAP · Apr 11, 2025

Ashleigh Gentle takes bronze at Ironman world champs

Three Australian women have finished in the top 10 at the Ironman 70.3 world championships in Taupo, New Zealand.

AAP · Dec 14, 2024

Kostecki Supercars fallout sees Boost and MobileX end motorsport involvement

Supercars champion Kostecki has been absent from the grid so far this season, but announced on Monday that he will return to action with Erebus in Taupo.

Autosport · Apr 8, 2024

Kostecki slated over 'lack of loyalty' after bowing to Erebus Supercars demand

Kostecki will start his Supercars title defence when the championship heads to Taupo in New Zealand on 19-21 April after sitting out the initial two weekends to “prioritise my health”, as per a statement issued on Monday.

Autosport · Apr 8, 2024

April date, $5m funding locked in for New Zealand Supercars return

The Australian series will reinstate its annual trip across the Tasman next season, New Zealand having missed out on a round this year.

Autosport · Sep 21, 2023

April date, $5m funding locked in for NZ Supercars return

The Australian series will reinstate its annual trip across the Tasman next season, New Zealand having missed out on a round this year.

Motorsport · Sep 21, 2023

Taupo deal secures New Zealand Supercars return for 2024

Supercars has ambitions to extend its existing 10-race calendar to 12 races in the coming years with a New Zealand round high on its list of priorities.

Motorsport · Aug 20, 2023

Supercars officials visiting Taupo

Supercars management are currently scoping the Taupo facility as an alternative to the now-closed Pukekohe.

Motorsport · May 10, 2023

Friday favourite: The Ferrari-powered flyer that gave Ireland World Cup glory

The much-loved A1GP series bowed out in 2009 after just seven race meetings with its new Ferrari racer, but it made a huge impression on its final champion Adam Carroll. The A1 Team Ireland driver recorded five wins and six poles from a possible 14 with the car as he…

Autosport · Oct 21, 2022