Date: Saturday 5 September 2026 · Type: Participant Track Day
Location: Queensland Raceway, QLD
Organizer: @brandon_lowkeyap, @grant_grinter, @hocksmodshop
Organised by QPG
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WE HAVE SOME MORE EXCITING NEWS!
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We have been working hard in the back ground to make this happen!
Nugget Outlaws Budget Race is a fun, no-frills grassroots motorsport event focused on affordability, creativity, and entertainment. This is not a competitive race—it’s all about having a laugh with your mates while pushing budget cars to their limits.
If you’re taking this as a serious race this is not the event for you! And bluntly we don’t want you there.
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Event Details
• Date: 5th September
• Time: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Location: Queensland Raceway
• Supported by: QPG, Zoo Performance, Queensland Raceway , Lowkey Auto & Performance and Rhys Hockley (hocks mod shop)
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Track Layout
A custom-designed layout will be used, featuring:
• Water crossings
• Hay bale chicanes
• Car blockers
• Additional obstacles to keep things unpredictable and entertaining
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Vehicle Requirements
• Must be a 4-cylinder, front-wheel drive vehicle
• Maximum budget including mods value: $4,000
• Proof required (receipt + screenshot of purchase)
• No semi-slick tyres permitted
• China radial tyres only
• All vehicles must have:
• Working lights
• All panels fitted (including bonnet)
• No loose objects inside
• Mandatory theme:
• Cars must be creatively themed (e.g. army camo, etc.)
• Standard-looking cars will NOT be accepted
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Driver Requirements
• Minimum 3 drivers, maximum 4 drivers per car
• All drivers must be 18 years or older (no exceptions)
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Safety Requirements
• Tow straps fitted to vehicle
• Fire extinguisher in vehicle
• Approved helmet required
• Full coverage clothing:
• Long sleeves (neck to wrist)
• Long pants (waist to ankle)
• Enclosed shoes
Note:
• No roll cages, race seats, or harnesses required
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Race Format
• Teams compete to complete the highest number of laps
• Obstacles and rules add a twist:
• Hitting hay bales = lap penalties
• Hitting cones or going off track = laps deducted from final total
• Car blockers will be used throughout the event to increase difficulty and
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- AU4 Championship Finale — Friday 25 September 2026 · Queensland Raceway
- Night Shift — Friday 25 September 2026 · Beenleigh Showgrounds
- Thunder on the Downs — Friday 25 September 2026 · Hi-Tec Oils Speedway Toowoomba