The Bend’s Enduro Race Secures Naming Rights Partner for Next Two Years, with Sights Set on Becoming Supercars’ Ultimate Camping Weekend

Shell V-Power Motorsport Park has today confirmed that the 2026 AirTouch 500 at The Bend will return from 11–13 September as part of the Repco Supercars Championship with AirTouch re-signing as the naming rights partner for the next two years.

Following the success of the inaugural event last month, Shell V-Power Motorsport Park CEO Alistair MacDonald said that this investment means the Enduro 500 has the support to build year on year and strengthen South Australia’s motoring credentials.

“We are thrilled to continue this partnership with AirTouch. Locking in a further two years enables the best possible outcome for motorsport, tourism and economic growth in South Australia, delivering lasting benefits for local businesses, regional communities and fans alike,”

He said the renewed deal strengthens The Bend’s position as one of Australia’s premier motorsport venues and builds on the momentum created by the inaugural event last month.

“AirTouch has been a tremendous partner and a driving force behind the success of our first Supercars enduro. Their support allows us to keep growing the event, elevating its profile nationally and realising our ambition to make The Bend a deserving rival to Bathurst with our extensive camping options,”

Alistair MacDonald said.

Next year, The Bend will expand its camping village, entertainment and hospitality precincts, building on fan favourites such as the live music stage, hospitality offerings and family activities to create an unmissable three-day motorsport festival experience.

Aemel Nordin, Managing Director of Polyaire and AirTouch said,

“We’re proud to extend our partnership with The Bend and the Supercars Championship. The AirTouch 500 is an exciting platform to showcase Australian innovation and passion for performance. Like motorsport, AirTouch is about precision, control and delivering the best experience — and we’re thrilled to help grow an event that’s quickly becoming one of the greats on the calendar.”

From today, camping bookings and tickets are available to the public, with trackside camping and Big 4 The Bend Holiday Park sites now on sale, with more camping sites to be opened over the coming months. Fans are encouraged to book early, with early-release tickets available until Black Friday.

The AirTouch 500 at The Bend will return on 11–13 September as part of the 2026 Repco Supercars Championship season and is the only endurance race ahead of Bathurst, bringing another blockbuster weekend of racing, family entertainment and festival-style atmosphere to South Australia. See you there!

Visit thebend.com.au/the-bend-500 for more information and early bird tickets today.