Australian TekworkX Motorsport is teaming up with New Zealand’s Mackenzie Motorsport to create a pathway for aspiring drivers across both nations.
 
This new Trans-Tasman alliance presents Australian and New Zealander drivers with the opportunity to compete in different series for the rest of 2024 season and beyond.
 
Founded and operated by Rod Woods and Sam Mackenzie individually, both teams are now part of their respective Toyota 86 Scholarship programs, leading to national competitions in Australia’s TGRA GR Cup and New Zealand’s Toyota 86 Championship.
  
Mackenzie Motorsport’s proven pedigree in GT Competition also provide drivers from both sides of the Tasman the opportunity to compete at the forefront of GT4, Porsche and GT Racing in New Zealand. While TekworkX Motorsport also is at the forefront of Porsche Carrera Cup and Michelin Sprint Challenge competitions in Australia.

As both teams are currently developing programs that offer various incentives for drivers to cross the Tasman Sea, TekworkX Motorsport Team owner Rob Woods was looking forward to getting underway and believed the new partnership will be beneficial for the drivers.
 
“We at TekworkX look forward to building a long-lasting relationship with Mackenzie Motorsport, there are numerous benefits for our current and future drivers as well as building that relationship with some of New Zealand’s young and up and coming drivers,” Woods said.

“The categories we both run are very similar with Toyota 86, Porsche & IRC GTs, for me it will benefit both teams.
 
“We are currently leading the championship with Bradi Owen in Toyota GR Cup and the introduction of that car to NZ for the 24/25 series will see a benefit for Mackenzie Motorsport leading into their championship. 
 
Sam Mackenzie, Team Owner at Mackenzie Motorsport was excited to see New Zealand join with TekworkX.
 
“Mackenzie Motorsport are looking forward to building a relationship with TekworkX to make the transition from 86 to Carrera Cup and beyond easie,” Mackenzie said.
 
“This will also allow for an easier way to get more mileage between the two countries in addition to our Porsche Trophy Series and GR86 Championship here in New Zealand.
 
“Being current Toyota 86 Champions and past GT4 and endurance champions we are looking forward to building on that portfolio for years to come in finding New Zealand and Australia’s next champions.”