The New Zealand Rally Championship is this country’s premier nationwide rally championship and, as such, attracts New Zealand’s best drivers to compete in numerous categories for the prestigious MotorSport New Zealand-sanctioned rally championship titles.

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Gilmour all smiles after break-through result

It might not have been the rally win but Emma Gilmour might have been the biggest winner at Rally Bay of Plenty after a break-through podium finish. Gilmour has endured

From the Service Park – Rally Bay of Plenty

This edition of From the Service Park is more of a visual one thanks to so many of our men (and women) in the field for dobbing in their mates.

Paddon wins BOP but Hunt still holds title sway

Hayden Paddon completed another dominant event to win Rally Bay of Plenty and move closer to an eighth Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship victory. Paddon (Hyundai New

Hunt and Paddon battle out title favouritism at Rally BOP

Two-time champion Ben Hunt will look to hold off the title threat of seven-time national champion Hayden Paddon at this weekend’s penultimate round of the Brian Green Property Group New

By the numbers – Google Grant’s key numbers for Rally BOP

THE RACE TO THE GOLD STAR – NOW IT’S VIRTUALLY A 2 HORSE RACE – BUT OTHERS COULD STILL INFLUENCE THE FINAL OUTCOME:  Hayden Paddon’s faultless, resounding victory at the

Pittams eyes chance to shine on local roads

Rally Challenge 4WD competitor Jay Pittams is relishing the chance to take the tight battle in the class to roads he is familiar with at his home event in the

Macdonald’s search for experience has him in title fight

Southerner James Macdonald will make the trek north for the second time in three weeks when he lines up at Rally Bay of Plenty next week. Fresh off a season-best

Zeal Jones to get major Toyota WRC opportunity

Leading Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship up-and-coming star Zeal Jones has secured an opportunity of a lifetime that could lead to a WRC spot. Fresh off his

From the Service Park – Daybreaker Rally

Opportunity of a lifetime Which talented NZRC driver is about to head overseas for a massive opportunity that could well lead to WRC? While the opportunity is now confirmed (there

Paddon dominates Daybreaker as Hunt takes title lead

Hayden Paddon has romped to a dominant win at the Daybreaker Rally while Ben Hunt has taken control of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship lead. In

By the numbers – Google Grant’s key numbers for Daybreaker Rally

THE RACE TO THE GOLD STAR – update after the 3 South Island rounds: Hayden Paddon is arguably still the favourite to take out an 8th NZRC title after Whangarei

Second half title fight resumes in Manawatu

The Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship title fight reignites this weekend at round four in the Manawatu-based Daybreaker Rally. Championship leader Robbie Stokes takes a one-point lead

Jones tipped as best young up-and-comer by peers

Zeal Jones has been ranked as the best up-and-coming star in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship by his peers. Jones burst onto the scene with a

Mid Season Report – The fight for the NZRC 4WD Class

In 2024, the fight for the NZRC 4WD class within the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship is shaping up to be a fascinating battle that will likely

Rivals still tipping Paddon for title

Fellow competitors in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship think Hayden Paddon will win the 2024 title despite having to come from behind in the second half

Junior Championship – mid-season update

Five juniors took the start of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship in 2024. To be eligible, drivers must have been under the age of 25 on

NZRC 2WD championship – mid-season update

The NZRC 2WD class of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship is the home of some of the brightest-shining up and coming starts of the NZRC and

MRF control tyre given the thumbs up by competitors

Midway through the first season using the MRF control tyre and the competitor feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. The recent competitor survey, sent to all competitors in the 2024 Brian

Rookie Championship – mid-season update

A total of 14 ‘Rookie’ drivers have taken part in the three rounds of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship to date with an exciting battle already

Open 2WD Championship – mid-season update

Home of the wild machines, the Open 2WD class has seen four entries to date in the 2024 Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship. Three vehicles contested the

Current events get tick of approval, new events split

Competitors in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship are split on where they would like to see the championship take future rounds to. A recent competitor survey

Gold Card Championship – mid-season update

The Gold Card class, which caters for drivers over 65 years of age, has been a popular addition to the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship since its

Historic Championship – mid-season update

The Historic class of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship has been light on competition in 2024, but has seen the celebration of beautifully presented historic cars

Hunt’s livery voted championship’s best

Ben Hunt’s Skoda New Zealand Fabia Rally 2 has been voted as having the best livery in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship. A recent competitor survey

International Driver Trophy – mid-season update

A new award in 2024, the International driver trophy of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship has seen a strong uptake with five drivers based overseas already

Rally Challenge 4WD – mid-season update

The Rally Challenge 4WD class has been one of the most competitive classes in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship all season, with a total of 14

Rally Challenge 4WD class building future talent

The Rally Challenge 4WD class has quickly become the most competitive class within the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship. But while the class is super competitive and

Manufacturers championship – mid-season update

A total of 9 manufacturers are represented in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship and with three rounds down, there is still plenty to play for. Cars

Rally Challenge 2WD – mid-season update

A total of four teams to date have registered for the Rally Challenge 2WD class of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship. While the field has been

Jones working his way back from opening day mistake

It was arguably the moment of the year but talented youngster Bryn Jones is using his mishap at Otago Rally to help him in his quest to become NZRC 2WD

Teams Cup – mid-season update

Seven teams registered for the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship Teams Cup prior to the opening round of the championship, with partnerships formed for all sorts of

Group A Challenge – mid-season update

The Group A Challenge saw six cars cross the start ramp at the opening round, Rally Otago. Returning with their Subaru Impreza H6’s were Paul Cross/Janey Blair, James Macdonald/Josh Edwards

Paddon backs innovation in NZRC

New Zealand’s most successful rally driver Hayden Paddon has thrown his support behind the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship adding new initiatives in the years ahead. Paddon

Teams Championship – mid-season update

Four teams have registered to date for the Rally Challenge Teams Cup within the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship, with teams combining their finishing position and power

Parker battles nasty injury to extend lead

Jared Parker had to overcome new roads, night stages, a change of crew and mechanical gremlins but that wasn’t the biggest challenge he faced enroute to winning his class at

Macdonald thrilled with dream start to rookie campaign

Caleb Macdonald has been one of the stand-out performers in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship through the first half of the 2024 season. The Queenstown-based driver,

From the Service Park – Southern Lights Rally

Our hard-working NZRC Live team were out and about, beanies and all, at the Southern Lights Rally finding out everything there is to know for this column. Hat-tip to Rally

Paddon wins in Southland as title battle down to a point

Just one point separates the two leading contenders in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship after the first visit to Southland in two decades. WRC rally winner

Championship returns to Southland and night stages

The Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship heads to the Deep South for the first time in two decades when the Southern Lights Rally begins on Friday night.

By the numbers – Google Grant’s key stats for Southern Lights Rally

WELCOME BACK SOUTHLAND: After a 20 year break and with the aid of the enthusiastic team of the MotorSportNZ Award Winning R2G (Race Rally Group), led by Tony McConachy and

Stokes in unfamiliar territory as series leader

Robbie Stokes heads south for round three of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship in an unfamiliar position – he has the target on his back. Stokes

Four-way battle to resume at Southern Lights Rally

The four-way battle at the front of the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship is set to reignite in the cold of the deep south at the Southern

How the Cameron’s became NZRC’s popularity winners

Husband and wife crew Mike and Helen Cameron are arguably as recognisable as any competitors in the Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship despite often being the last

Frustrations for Mackersy despite strong start to year

Husband and wife crew of Tim and Lauren Mackersy have had a frustrating start to the 2024 Brian Green Property Group New Zealand Rally Championship despite some excellent results. They

       

ABOUT THE NZRC

 
The New Zealand Rally Championship is this country’s premier nationwide rally championship. It attracts New Zealand’s best drivers to compete in numerous categories for the prestigious MotorSport New Zealand-sanctioned rally championship titles. In 2024, there are six NZRC rounds, each with a unique character reflecting the diverse regions – from Northland to Invercargill