Australia
HQ RACING
Affordable excitement!
Affordable excitement!
What is HQ Racing?
About HQ Holden Racing
This category has redefined the term “close racing”, with racers diving 3 abreast into corners with amazing regularity. The best part for would-be racers is that, in relative terms at least, racing a HQ Holden is an inexpensive way to enter into competitive motorsport. After the initial purchase of the car, strict regulations ensure that maintenance and modification costs are kept to a minimum. With everyone using the same cars, there’s no shortage of advice for newcomers from experienced racers on how to tune cars and improve lap times.
How to get involved in HQ Racing?
It may be easy to drive a fast car quickly, but driving a nearly standard HQ Kingswood, complete with 3.3 Litre 6 cylinder and 3 speed manual, now that’s a challenge!
Getting out on the track
If you're planning to race, there are a couple of important things to keep in mind. First, if you don't already have a Motorsport Australia license, you will need to organise one. Secondly, you'll need to be a member of a car club that's affiliated with MOTORSPORT AUSTRALIA. It's all pretty straightforward, but feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need help getting started.
HQ Racing vehicle specifications
The HQ class of racing, is a one make series based on the HQ Holden, 202, 3 speed, 4 door sedan with front disc brakes as produced by GMH between 1971 and 1974. The class has been designed to produce close racing at a minimum cost.
Racing calender
The highly esteemed HQ Racing category hosts State Championships across various locations in Australia, culminating in the crowning of a National Champion at a prestigious one-off event held annually in rotation across the states.
This exciting season of events starts in February and reaches its climax with the celebrated Ken Leigh - Winton 4hr event in December, which is steeped in rich history and tradition.
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