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ITM Taupo Super440 Supercars Event Details and Schedule Released

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ITM Taupo Super440: Event Guide and Schedule

The ITM Taupo Super440 Supercars event is scheduled from April 10-12 at Taupo Motorsport Park in New Zealand's North Island. Competitive Supercars sessions will run across April 11-13, featuring three high-stakes races alongside various support categories.

Brodie Kostecki currently leads the Supercars championship standings, following an impressive three wins at the Melbourne SuperSprint, part of the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix.

Ford drivers currently occupy the top four positions in the championship. Cameron Waters sits in second, Broc Feeney in third, and Matt Payne in fourth. Anton De Pasquale is the highest-ranked Chevrolet driver, positioned fifth.

Event Overview

The ITM Taupo Super440 will host three Supercars races, complemented by a dynamic lineup of support categories, including TA2, GR86, and Central Muscle Cars. Tickets for this anticipated event are readily available for purchase through Ticketek and the official Supercars website. It is confirmed that Formula 1 driver Liam Lawson is not scheduled to compete in Supercars at the Taupo Super440.

Supercars Session Schedule (All times AEST)

Friday, April 11

  • Practice 1 – 11:50am (25 minutes)
  • Practice 2 – 12:30pm (25 minutes)

Saturday, April 12

  • Qualifying for Race 1 – 8:15am (32 minutes)
  • Qualifying for Race 2 – 9:10am (32 minutes)
  • Race 1 – 10:55am (37 laps)
  • Race 2 – 2:05pm (37 laps)

Sunday, April 13

  • Qualifying for Race 10 – 9:40am (32 minutes)
  • Top 10 Shootout – 10:35am
  • Race 3 – 1:05pm (60 laps)

Qualifying Formats Explained

Races 1 and 2

These qualifying sessions utilize two consecutive 10-minute parts. The full field competes in Part 1, with the top 10 cars advancing to Part 2. The starting grid for each race is determined by the results of these two crucial sessions.

Race 3

Qualifying for Race 3 is structured into three distinct parts. Q1, lasting 10 minutes, involves all cars, with the top 18 progressing to Q2 (also 10 minutes). The fastest 10 drivers from Q2 then participate in an exciting Top 10 Shootout to determine pole position.

Race Specifics

Races 1 and 2

Each of these races spans 37 laps in length and requires a mandatory pit stop. During this pit stop, a minimum of two tyres must be changed.

Race 3

This extended event covers 60 laps and includes a more comprehensive pit stop requirement. Pit stops during Race 3 will feature both refuelling and tyre changes.

Weather Forecast (via MetService)

Spectators should prepare for varied conditions, with partly cloudy days leading into a forecast of rain and heavy falls for Sunday's main race.

Friday, April 10

Partly cloudy conditions are expected with a chance of showers. Temperatures are forecast to range between 12°C and 22°C, with easterly winds developing.

Saturday, April 11

Partly cloudy conditions are predicted, with temperatures between 16°C and 21°C. Easterly winds are expected to develop.

Sunday, April 12

Rain, including heavy falls, is forecast to develop. Temperatures will be between 14°C and 20°C, with strong southeasterly winds turning southwesterly.

Broadcast and Streaming Information

Australia

Live coverage of all three days of competitive sessions will be available on Foxtel via Fox Sports. Streaming options include Foxtel Go and Kayo Sports. There will be no live free-to-air coverage. Broadcast start times (AEST) are 11:30am on Friday, 7:30am on Saturday, and 7:00am on Sunday.

New Zealand

Viewers can watch the event via Sky Sports. Live streaming is also available through Sky Sports Now and Sky Go.