Hi-Tec Oils gets on board for Super Series

Hi-Tec Oils has jumped board with the Australian Motor Racing Series (AMRS) which will now be called: the Hi-Tec Oils Super Series, and will help grow its national profile.

The six round Hi-Tec Oils Super Series, which is managed by the Benalla Auto Club (BAC), is a three state AASA sanctioned series, operating across NSW, QLD, and Victoria, which has also expanded with a round in the Northern Territory.

The series is Headlined by the TA2 Muscle Car Series – which was taken out by Jett Johnson at the final Winton round – with support from the Mazda RX8 Cup Series, Hyundai Excel Series, Australian Super TT, Stock Cars Australia, Legend Cars Australia, Queensland Trans-Am, Replica Tourers, QTCC, HQ Holdens, and Superkarts, which used to operate under the AMRS banner.

The big winners of the partnership will be the competitors, categories, and fans, who will all benefit from a greatly enhanced coverage of the series, including live free-to-air television coverage on SBS, simulcast on Fox Sports, and extended coverage on Speedweek – a magazine style show in between events with an expanded live streaming package.

Hi-Tec Oils CEO George Gambino said the Super Series will be a valuable addition to the brand’s existing portfolio of motorsport properties.

Jett Johnson on his way to the TA2 Muscle Car Series championship at Winton. Image: Supplied

“We pride ourselves on supporting a wide variety of motorsport disciplines, including drifting and Speedway, but becoming involved in the Hi-Tec Oils Super Series allows us to tap into a passionate national audience of grass-roots motorsport enthusiasts,” Gambino said.

 “As well as sponsoring the Hi-Tec Oils Super Series, we will be working closely with the BAC team along with our media partners to enhance the viewing experience for the fans, whether they are trackside spectators or watching the series from the comfort of their couch on TV.”

Benalla Auto Club General Manager Stephen Whyte said the Hi-Tec Oils relationship is a milestone in the expansion of AASA-sanctioned national circuit racing.

“AASA has sanctioned the national-level AMRS since the start of 2018. Working with core categories to provide a national platform has enabled us to keep the series growing, despite the hurdles of COVID-19 in 2020 and 2021,” Whyte said.

“The new partnership with Hi-Tec Oils will allow us to take the next step forward with our presentation and professionalism, to deliver an affordable but first-class national series for our competitors. We would like to thank George for his commitment and support and we are very excited about what’s to come in 2023 with a couple of exciting additions to our calendar.”

The Mazda RX8 Cup Series will be part of the new Hi-Tec Oils Super Series

The released calendar, as well as aiming for a round at Calder Park, will also be taking its high powered show to the Northern Territory for a round at Hidden Vally Raceway on April 29 – May 1.

“We are very excited to take the Hi-Tec Oils Super Series to some new locations, and we’re especially grateful to our contacts in the Northern Territory for their tireless efforts in making the Hidden Valley round a reality,” Whyte said.

“We’re also pleased to facilitate the return of national-level motorsport to Calder Park Raceway, which will host our season finale.”

A panel show preview of the Hi-Tec Oils Super Series will be produced and released in the coming days.

2023 Hi-Tec Oils Super Series Calendar

Round 1 – Winton Motor Raceway, March 17-19

Round 2 – Hidden Valley Raceway, April 29-May 1

Round 3 – Queensland Raceway, June 2-4

Round 4 – Morgan Park Raceway, July 8-9

Round 5 – Sydney Motorsport Park, October 13-14 (Day/Night Event)

Round 6 – Calder Park Raceway, November 24-26

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