The Yokohama World Time Attack Challenge (WTAC) is thrilled to announce the dates for its next electrifying event, set to take place at Sydney Motorsport Park on Friday and Saturday, September 5th and 6th, 2025. As time attack racing continues to push the boundaries of performance and engineering, WTAC 2025 will mark the start of a new era for the sport with the introduction of new classes and a revised rule set designed for fairer competition and long-term sustainability. The 2025 World Time Attack Challenge is proudly supported by the NSW Government through its tourism and major events agency Destination NSW.
Introducing a New, Evolved Ruleset and Class Structure
This year, WTAC’s updated ruleset was crafted with input from the worldwide time attack community and respected motorsport experts, paving the way for a future where innovation, engineering excellence, and competitive spirit can thrive.
We are introducing two new classes: Tuner Class which slides in under Clubsprint regulations to hark back to our roots and enhance the accessibility of entering World Time Attack Challenge to budget-conscious competitors, encouraging creative engineering and design within the ruleset to squeeze the best time out of their given platforms. It will be a class that rewards improvement and driver ability over outright lap times, and provide a step up into Clubsprint. Expect to see some of Australia's greatest street-driven project cars step into this category!
The other new class we are introducing is Pro Open Class which will be an advanced ruleset based on the current Open Class with a few more freedoms allowed which will bridge the gap between Open and Pro Classes, which are seeing lap times comparable to our previous generation of Pro Class cars. These new freedoms include additional aerodynamic allowances and the use of the Yokohama A005 slick tyre.
All other existing classes have a revised ruleset to better define and provide clarity for car owners and builders alike. By clearly defining new parameters, these changes aim to inspire and re-ignite the passion of designers and engineers, setting the stage for a wave of new builds to challenge the reigning champions. With enhanced freedoms and clarified definitions, WTAC 2025 promises to be the arena where cutting-edge designs meet creative engineering on the global stage. For more information on the new classes and see all revised rule sets, see: https://www.worldtimeattack.com/competitors
More to Do, More to See: Enhanced Fan Experiences for WTAC 2025
As fans make their way back to Sydney Motorsport Park, they can expect a WTAC experience bigger and better than ever. This year’s event will feature a host of new attractions and activities, including an expanded grandstand activation zone, more live demonstrations, and the popular WTAC Show ‘n’ Shine, where automotive culture and customization take centre stage. Designed to nurture the next generation of automotive enthusiasts, the 2025 WTAC event will offer family-friendly activities, enhanced meet-and-greet sessions with top drivers and teams, ensuring that fans of all ages feel the thrill of the sport. The Flying 500 and International Drifting Cup both make a return as fan-favourite events under the World Time Attack Challenge event roster.
Embracing the Future of Motorsport
As automotive technology evolves—from mechanical and aerodynamic advances to the rise of electric and hybrid supercars—WTAC is committed to embracing every facet of this diverse landscape. With each new season, WTAC aims to remain a vibrant melting pot of automotive culture where all fans and builders are welcome. From creative street builds to record-breaking race cars, WTAC 2025 will showcase the best in modification, customization, and cutting-edge tech, ensuring that fans experience the forefront of automotive innovation.
Key Dates
The main event dates are Friday and Saturday, September 5th and 6th, 2025, with the Official Practice day held the day before, Thursday 4th of September, 2025. Competitor EOIs open in February 2025 and tickets will go on sale April 2025 with a pre-registration link to be open to the public for tickets in December 2024. If you are an interested international competitor please email Ian Baker on ian@worldtimeattack.com. Please provide as much detail as you can; for what is expected from a EOI submission please see: https://www.worldtimeattack.com/competitors
Tickets and Early-Bird Specials
Tickets for WTAC 2025 will go on sale in April 2025, with special early-bird offers available for fans eager to secure their spot at Sydney Motorsport Park. Follow WTAC’s official channels and subscribe to the newsletter for updates, ticket releases, and insider previews of what’s in store for this unmissable event. Be on the lookout for special merchandise releases and ticket promotions!
For any further enquiries please contact:
General event and commercial enquiries Alain Sihaphone, WTAC Event Director - alain@worldtimeattack.com
International entrant enquiries Ian Baker, WTAC CEO - ian@worldtimeattack.com
Australian entrant enquiries Terry Denovan, WTAC Competitor Manager - competitors@worldtimeattack.com
Technical enquiries Steve Stanley, WTAC Technical Director - technical@worldtimeattack.com