LUDDENHAM RACEWAY OFFICIALLY OPENS

Luddenham Raceway official opening – Photo: Supplied

SYDNEY’S NEWEST motorsport precinct, Luddenham Raceway was officially opened on November 1. Alan Jones, Radio 2GB and Sky News Broadcaster, performed the opening ceremony of the facility that includes the 1.4km, 10m wide, eight-corner circuit that rises and fall over 20m.

By GARRY O’BRIEN

In front of over 300 invited guests, Jones praised the owners of Luddenham Raceway for their vision, commitment to motorsport and their significant investment.

The facility is in close proximity to suburban centres Penrith, St Marys, Narellan and Parramatta and the under-construction Western Sydney International Airport, due to open in 2026.

Over 80 vehicles performed slow parade laps including Drive to Survive principle Ian Luff chaperoning Jones in a Bentley Sports Convertible.

Also in attendance was Phillip Brooks, Chief Inspector, Manager, NSW Police Force – Traffic and Highway Patrol Command.

Luff spoke about the Taking Speed off the Roads Campaign he launched at the 1994 Bathurst 12 Hour Endurance Race.

“The race track is the legal place where speeding is acceptable,” he said.

Many car companies have used the venue to showcase five-star safety technology to sales personnel as well as existing and potential customers.

Stewart Nichols and Special guest Alan Jones and Ian Luff – Photo: Supplied

Track days are managed by Ian Luff’s organisation, providing motoring enthusiasts with an opportunity to extend their car’s performance.

“Public roads are not race tracks, all drivers should adjust their speed to suit the driving conditions.

“Having a brand new motorsport and motoring centre in Sydney, Luddenham Raceway provides a safe environment where enthusiasts can drive their own vehicle or motorbike at speed without getting booked.”

For bike days Luddenham Raceway uses MotoStars as the preferred track day provider. The complex has two go-kart tracks, one for younger kids, the larger one for retail and corporate bookings. There is also a fully equipped paintball centre ideal for group bookings wanting that bit of extra excitement.

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