The only Motorsport Australia-affiliated Superkarts club in New South Wales stands as one of the great institutions of Australian motorsport.

For more than 50 years the Superkart Club of NSW has been completely run by volunteers, spurred on by a common factor, the love of racing.

Club Vice President Wayne Horswell stated that 2025 has been a big year for the club, putting on a litany of events throughout the year – the largest number in recent years.

“There has been seven events in total, five being part of the NSW State Championship and one being a support category for the Motorsport Australia Trophy Tour, with another as a support category for the HQ Nationals,” Horswell said.

“We have two State Championship events left for 2025, the next being at Sydney Motorsport Park (SMSP) on 28 September, and the final at One Raceway on 19 October.

“We also just ran our yearly Ray Roese Presidents Cup at SMSP, which was taken out by Laurie Fooks. This is a wonderful event that all want to win as it celebrates the life of Ray, who passed whilst President from illness. An amazing guy who loved the sport.”

The Ray Roese Presidents Cup is but one example of the way the Superkart Club of NSW maintains a close-knit community where each member is supportive of one another, fostering a kind environment.

Horswell further echoed that sentiment when speaking about his fellow club members.

“When you join the NSW Superkart Club, you’ve joined an extended family,” he said.

“At our events people help each other, they become friends. It’s not cutthroat, your racing friends prefer to see you on the track having fun, versus off the track broken down.

“If you don’t have a lot of knowledge, that’s no problem, others will help guide you in the right direction.

“You also are racing with a group of self-funded enthusiasts who just want to enjoy the speed and openness of these long tracks. [In] 99 per cent [of times] you take it home the way you brought it, give it some love, and do it all again next time.”

Importantly, Superkart remains one of the more affordable forms of motor racing.

The 125 Rotax Non-Gearbox class is one of the most affordable entry points to circuit racing, as they require minimal changes from its sprint karting roots. With some more freedoms with regard to bodywork and Rotax Max engines, the step up from karting tracks to larger race circuits is a less daunting experience with slower speeds in comparison to other classes.

Tyres also last four race meetings and drivers try to avoid contact where possible, meaning vehicle damage is minimal.

In some classes you can compete in up to seven events a year for an annual budget of around $5,000.

“The thought of going racing doesn’t have to be for the rich person. You may wish to race different classes, if you are ultra keen, a 250 International Superkart will leave a Supercar for dust in lap times,” Horswell added.

“There are many choices to suit a variety of budgets. The friendship, the camaraderie, a day at the races is a day out with your friends.”

To get involved with the Superkart Club of NSW, head to the club’s Contact page today.