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AUTO OBSESSION
Auto Obsession
13 December 2025
FREE
Auto Obsession
2026 Dates Coming Soon
FREE
Auto Obsession Combo Deal
Taupō Auto, Roll Racing & Track Cruise Combo
$325
Passenger Bands
Roll Racing Only
$20
It’s the ultimate fix for Auto Obsessives and their families and friends! If you are passionate about your ride and keen to get your car out on the Taupo motorsport park track, then this is the event for you.
The Track Cruise allows you to enjoy our international Circuit with family and friends in the car.
If speed is your thing, then check out Roll racing and Taupo Auto.
Go Karts are also available on Auto Obsession days, but book early to avoid disappointment.
Book your activities below!
Gates open at 7am with documentation from 7:30am.
The full list of activities is as follows:
- Taupō Auto Track Day
- Track Cruise
- Roll Racing
- Go Karts
- Park Up
Auto Obsession Combo Deal - Auto, Roll Racing + Track Cruise: $325
Passenger Bands (Roll Racing Only): $20
This is an alcohol and drug free event, random testing may apply
Bookings are essential and must be made by 4pm the day prior via the online booking process. Walk-ins will NOT be accepted. This does not apply to Go Karts
For any inquiries, please contact track@taupomp.co.nz or you can call the office on 07 376 5033
Please scroll down to book and to read the Things You Need to Know.
EXPERIENCES/TICKETS
Check out the experiences/tickets available on event dates.
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Taupō Auto
HOW IT WORKS
Taupō Auto is the perfect opportunity to get your car out on track in a safe and controlled environment!
Drivers will be split into groups, considering the different abilities of the drivers and cars: Fast, Medium and beginner.
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7:00AM Track gates open
7:30AM Registration open
8:30AM Compulsory drivers briefing
9:30AM First session begins
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All sessions are 15 minutes long and run throughout the morning. Check below for required safety gear and FAQs.
This is not a race day or test day, but a day for car enthusiasts to drive on a track.
$129
Roll Racing
HOW IT WORKS
The concept is simple, you’re paired up with another vehicle in the staging lanes. You both start off on a rolling start, and when the flag drops, it’s a race to the finish line. During practice sessions, everyone returns around to race again, however during elimination, only the winner will return until we crown the champion!
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7:00AM Track gates open
7:30AM Registration open
1:15PM Compulsory drivers briefing
1:30PM Practice session begins and runs until 3:00PM
3:05PM Eliminations begin and run until we have a winner
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Check below for required safety gear and FAQs.
This is not a race day or test day, but a day for car enthusiasts to drive on a track.
$195
Track Cruise
HOW IT WORKS
This is your chance to drive your car around one of the World’s best motorsport circuits with friends and family in the car with you. Enjoy hop-on hop-off laps around our National Circuit, reaching speeds of up to 120km/ph, behind our pace car!
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7:00AM Track gates open
9:00AM Registration open
11:45AM Compulsory drivers briefing.
12:00PM Cruise begins and runs until 1:00pm
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Check below for required safety gear and FAQs.
This is not a race day or test day, but a day for car enthusiasts to drive on a track.
$49
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Passengers
HOW IT WORKS
Taupō Auto: No passengers
Roll Racing: 1 Passenger per car during practice sessions. No passengers allowed for elimination rounds
Track Cruise: 1 per door - 3 passengers max
Passengers must;
- Be a minimum of 148cm tall
- Complete a TMP indemnity form
- Be issued with a TMP passenger wrist band
- Must wear approved safety gear to TMP standard
Passengers are not permitted for the purpose of creating income, not for financial gain.
$20
How it works
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW
Licences
You must hold a minimum of an NZTA restricted civil car licence or a valid MSNZ competition licence (make sure to bring this with you on the day)
PPE
Taupō Auto:
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Roll Racing:
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Track Cruise:
No PPE required as this is a speed limited experience
Important Information
If you do not get approval for your unwarranted car prior to the event, you will not be permitted to run
No oil, fuel or water leaks
No wheelie bars or parachutes
No methanol
Working brake lights
Remove loose items from the car
Ensure seat belts, brakes, brake lights and all other safety equipment are in excellent working order
Vehicles
Taupo Auto Obsession is a street car style event, open to all types of cars that have a current WOF. If you have a vehicle that you think fits within the ‘street car mould’ but does not have a current WOF and would like to enter, email grounds@taupomp.co.nz with some clear photos of exterior angles of your car/interior & engine bay, and we will assess these on a case by case basis for approval.
Tyres
Tyres must be treaded radial tyres, NO slick or drag slick tyres allowed
No Front Runners (Meaning front tyres must be at least as wide as what the car came with from factory)
Radial tyres only NO cross/bias ply tyres
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FAQS
What tyres can I use?
Tyres must be treaded radial tyres, NO slick/drag slick tyres allowed. NO cross/bias ply tyres.
Can I change the Auto group I am in on the day?
Yes, however only if you want to change to a different skill level, just speak to our Track Controller. If groups aren’t full, then they will discuss this will you.d grass roots event for enthusiasts to drift their cars in a safe controlled environment
What if it rains or I can’t attend the day I have booked?
If the weather is unsafe to drive in, we will cancel the day and will send out an email with the rescheduled date
Can I take a passenger?
Yes, but only in the cruise and roll racing practice sessions (one passenger per car allowed in the roll racing) No passengers allowed in the Auto sessions and the roll racing eliminations.
What licence do I need to drive?
Minimum of a valid New Zealand restricted drivers’ licence (either restricted or full licence).
Can I book for another driver?
NO, each driver must book for themselves.
Can I sell/give someone else my booking?
NO, bookings are non-transferable between drivers.
SIGN UP FOR HD AUTO
HD Auto Subscription
This is a one of payment of $50 (NZD) that grants you access to the HD Auto track days.
$50
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