2024
Vintage Weekend roared with record crowds and rapid builds.
Zoomers maxed out the speed trap while the TTU Engineering crew claimed King of the Hill in a carbon shell.
2023
Night-before rain gave way to blue skies and slick cornering.
Whanganui Collegiate reclaimed the crash crown with the safest “big air” moment of the afternoon.
2022
A new chicane introduced and 62 entries battled gravity.
Engineering mentors from UCOL ran live workshops, boosting build quality across all divisions.
2021
Comeback year with safety-first rebuilds and live commentary.
Open division debuted brake-testing lane ensuring every kart made the stop at the finish chute.
2020
Scaled race day with distancing and contactless scrutineering.
Community livestream kept families nationwide cheering as local teams held the podium.
2019
First year partnering with Vintage Weekend and downtown markets.
Over 8,000 spectators lined the hill while local cafes delivered trackside service.
2018
Expanded youth divisions and new schools on the grid.
Weather delays couldn’t stop the Zoomers from delivering the loudest cheers of the weekend.
2017
The comeback event that reignited the Drews Ave hill tradition.
Community workshops kick-started a new generation of builders and volunteers.