2026 Supercars AirTouch 500 at The Bend
This event has finished.
The 2027 edition runs 17 to 19 September.
Why You Should Go
The season-opening round of the Ryco Enduro Cup on South Australia's premier circuit.
Format
3-day race weekend
Crowd
47,034 (2025) · families & diehards
Vibe
Family-friendly, Festival
About This Event
The first 500-kilometre endurance race in South Australia, held at Shell V-Power Motorsport Park since 2025 as the opening round of the Ryco Enduro Cup. Two-driver teams compete across 500 kilometres on the 3.41km West Circuit — a technical layout using the venue's main pit straight and western sections. Five practice sessions over two days, with dedicated co-driver sessions before Saturday qualifying and the Top 10 Shootout.
1What to Expect
2Best Way to Experience It
- Grassed mounds around Turns 17 and 18 catch late-braking overtaking action
- Turn 13 approach offers uphill speed before a corner that catches drivers out
About the Venue
While you're in the area
Experiences near Shell V-Power Motorsport Park
3Logistics
- Circuit located in Tailem Bend, 100 kilometers southeast of Adelaide
- Children 4 and under receive free admission
- September temperatures range from 18°C to 21°C — mild spring conditions
- Paddock entry included with general admission
4Frequently Asked Questions
- Best fit if you enjoy endurance racing: 500km co-driver format features mandatory driver changes, longer stint strategies, qualifying shootout determines grid, opens two-race Ryco Enduro Cup ahead of Bathurst 1000.
- Best fit if you value championship progression: Enduro Cup winner secures guaranteed Finals berth plus bonus points, first of two endurance events determining separate championship alongside Sprint Cup series standings.
- Best fit if you like camping experiences: 3,000+ trackside campers at 2025 inaugural event, West Circuit compact layout allows spectators to follow action across 12 turns, festival atmosphere with live music and family activations.
- Not ideal if you prefer urban convenience: Tailem Bend location 100 km south-east of Adelaide in regional South Australia means limited nearby services, requiring self-sufficient visit planning for remote motorsport facility.
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