Sold: Aussie Racing Cars 

After more than a decade led by Tony Quinn, Aussie Racing Cars have been sold to TFH Racing.

With Brett Thomas taking over from Quinn, it marks a new era for the unique pint-sized category that was founded by Phil Ward over 25 years ago.

Quinn acquired the business in 2012 and over that time fields have grown up to 40 cars seen at the Gold Coast last year.

New body shapes have also been introduced from the Mercedes-Benz and Holden Cruze, followed by the Camaro and Mustang.

Thomas has been leading the TFH Racing Team in a number of categories led by Trans Am where his squad won the national title at the first time of asking with Todd Hazelwood.

The first round of the new era of Aussie Racing Cars will start at Sydney on March 21.

That will be the first of six rounds at Symmons Plains, Wanneroo, Sandown, The Bend, One Raceway and Adelaide.

“ARC is a fantastic category, and I am proud to become the custodian of this championship,” said Thomas.

“I can’t wait to see what we can do with this great little product, and I’ll be working hard to ensure we continue to deliver the outstanding outcomes we’ve seen over the years.”

Both Ward and Quinn is excited to see where Thomas can take it.

“I have thoroughly enjoyed owning and racing in Aussie Racing Cars,” said Quinn.

“They are incredibly fun to drive, and the racing is always competitive. I am pleased to see Brett Thomas take the reins, and I have no doubt he will do a fantastic job leading the category into the future.”

“I’m incredibly proud of Aussie Racing Cars and look forward to continuing to serve as Category Manager, a position I’ve held since 2011,” said Ward.

“I’d like to extend my sincere thanks to Tony Quinn for his invaluable guidance and unwavering commitment to the Aussie Racing Cars brand.

“His influence has helped shape the category into what it is today. I now look forward to working with Brett as we embark on the next chapter, building on the strong foundations in place.

“Aussie Racing Cars is, in my view, the best motorsport category in the world, and I’m excited for what the future holds.”

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