SUMMIT CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES
ROUND 1 - MARCH 20-22
The Summit Racing Championship is a motorsport series designed with real‑world racers in mind. We understand that competition must balance passion with the demands of work, business, and family life, so the Championship delivers a streamlined, time‑efficient format that makes racing more accessible than ever.
Each round is structured to maximise on‑track value, giving competitors an efficient yet rewarding race experience. Drivers enjoy extensive track time through practice, qualifying, and multiple races in one tightly run schedule, all supported by The Bend’s award‑winning hospitality. Between sessions, competitors can relax, reset, and connect with fellow racers in a comfortable, well‑organised environment, ensuring every event is both productive and enjoyable.
ELIGIBILITY
The Summit Racing Championship is tailored for non‑professional competitors and drivers ready to progress from track days into structured, competitive circuit racing. Clear class distinctions ensure drivers race among similar machinery and experience levels, with categories accommodating a wide range of vehicles across multiple generations. Each class runs its own points structure, with trophies awarded to the top three competitors, rewarding consistency, performance, and progression throughout the season.
Celebrating nearly 60 years of competition, Formula Vee continues its proud legacy into the 2026 season as part of South Australia’s premier circuit racing program. Powered by the original 1200cc or 1600cc air‑cooled Volkswagen engine and built around the classic 4‑speed gearbox with VW‑derived front and rear suspension, these iconic open‑wheelers will feature across four championship events throughout 2026.
SCHEDULING
The Summit Racing Championship is designed to give competitors a streamlined and efficient race-day experience, maximising on‑track time while keeping the schedule practical for busy drivers. Each Championship round delivers a full day of competitive sessions, supported by The Bend’s professional event operations and award‑winning hospitality. Competitors benefit from spacious pitlane garages equipped with live timing, creating a comfortable and well‑organised base for teams and crews throughout the day. Convenient catering options, including lunch delivered directly to pitlane through Garage Eats, ensure drivers and teams stay focused on performance while enjoying the premium standards The Bend is known for.
SCHEDULE (TBC)
EVENT ENTRY
The Bend invites competitors to take part in the 2026 Motorsport Australia Summit South Australian Racing Championship, a professionally run series for eligible drivers across multiple categories. With a multi‑class structure and diverse vehicle eligibility, competitors can expect close racing and strong competition at each of their four nominated rounds. All events are conducted under Motorsport Australia regulations, with Race Control and Driving Standards Advisors ensuring fair, safe and consistent on‑track conduct.
Entries open six weeks before each event and close ten days prior, with schedules and briefing notes issued once entries close. Featuring six championship rounds across Shell V‑Power Motorsport Park and Mallala Motorsport Park, the 2026 season offers an accessible, competitive and rewarding platform for drivers of all experience levels.