Chariots of Thunder

Chariots of Thunder

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Chariots of Thunder is an action packed 3 nights of racing on a clay dirt oval track, in Darwin.

22/07/2026

DRIVE ANNOUNCEMENT!
Three more locked in for the All Star Welding Chariots of Thunder, and the field just got a whole lot heavier.
JASON PRYDE JPM · W14
CHRIS HARRISON · 84
STEVEN LOADER · 10

Three drivers, three reasons to be trackside.
Gather the family and head trackside for three nights of the best sprintcar action going around.

📍 WISE Group Northline Speedway, Darwin
10–12 September

20/07/2026

🚨 THE CLOCK IS TICKING! 🚨

If you're heading to All Star Welding Chariots of Thunder, make sure you're geared up before the engines fire!

🔥 Official 2026 event merch is available for pre-order, but not for much longer.
🏁 Lock in your size
⚡ Skip the merchandise queues
👕 Wear the thunder loud and proud all race weekend

Whether you're a lifelong sprintcar fan or making the trip for the biggest event on the calendar, this is your chance to grab the official gear before it's gone.

🛒 Pre-order now: https://platinumprints.com.au/collection/chariots-of-thunder

⏰ PRE-ORDERS CLOSE SUNDAY 26 JULY

17/07/2026

DRIVER ANNOUNCEMENT:
Lachlan McHugh Racing

The 2022 Series Champion is returning to the Top End!
McHugh is officially locked in for the All Star Welding Chariots of Thunder. After taking the overall series crown in 2022 and claiming the opening night feature win just last year, he knows exactly what it takes to win at the WISE Group Northline Speedway.

Bringing undeniable speed, the NQ7 will be on the pedal against a highly competitive field. Gather the family and head trackside to watch some of the best sprintcar action in the country.

Location: WISE Group Northline Speedway, Darwin
Dates: 10–12 September

15/07/2026

DRIVER ANNOUNCEMENT: Matt Egel Racing
The All Star Welding Chariots of Thunder lineup just got heavier.
Matt Egel returns to the dirt at WISE Group Northline Speedway with a massive track record and a brand-new ride.

• Proven Champion: Matt is the 2021 and 2024 Chariots of Thunder Series Champion.
• New Team: He will be making his debut with Heinrich Motorsport.
• Maiden Voyage: This event will officially be his first race behind the wheel for the new squad.

Watch out for the two-time champ as he chases his third title.

14/07/2026

DRIVER ANNOUNCEMENT:

Jock Goodyer Racing

The current Australian Champion & 2023 Chariots of Thunder Champion is returning to a track he’s repeatedly called his favourite. This year, Jock has 65,000 reasons to send it.

THE POPE 65 CHALLENGE
The challenge is available Thursday and Friday. If it isn’t won Thursday, Friday’s Pole Shuffle winner can choose to start from 20th:

$5,000 to accept the challenge
$10,000 to win the race
$50,000 bonus for charging from 20th
That’s $65K on the line.
Goodyer is coming back & he has his eyes on All Star Welding Chariots of Thunder crown.

📍 WISE Group Northline Speedway, Darwin
📅 10-11-12 September

09/07/2026

🔥 Official All Star Welding Chariots of Thunder Merch is Here! 🔥

The wait is over! Our 2026 merchandise is now available to pre-order.

From tees to caps and more, this year's range is built for race fans who want to wear the thunder loud and proud.

💥 Secure your gear before race week.
💥 Beat the queues.
💥 Make sure you don't miss out on your size.

🛒 Pre-order now: https://platinumprints.com.au/collection/chariots-of-thunder

PRE ORDERS CLOSE 26TH OF JULY - GET IN QUICK.

Whether you're trackside for all three nights or cheering from home, now's the time to get race ready.

08/07/2026

And just like that we are halfway through our season. We cannot wait for it to really start ramping up. We have confirmations of interstate teams travelling north and basing themselves here for the busy part of the season and may have a few new additions for Round 6 of the HB Concrete Outback Sprintcar Series at Wise Group Northline Speedway.

Ten shows down, ten to go.

We thank our officials and volunteers who give their time at every event, and all the teams that have made the HB Concrete Outback Sprintcars Series the success it has been so far.

We are gearing up for our first live streamed race of the year with Clayperview in conjunction with the Next Gen Nationals supporting the up‑and‑coming junior talent in speedway at Wise Group Northline Speedway on 18 July.

Nominations are open on Fueled for this event. Check out our remaining Calendar and what races will be live streamed.

Harrison Motorsport
Zack Grimshaw Racing
Goldoni Racing
Prest Motorsport 72
King family motorsports
SK MotorPics
Hayden Brown Racing
Ray Walliss Racing
Matt Sealy Motorsports
Hyena Racing
Steven Loader Motorsports
Clasener Motorsport

01/07/2026

🏁 NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN - DON'T MISS YOUR SHOT.

The All Star Welding Chariots of Thunder Sprintcar Series is coming to Wise Group Northline Speedway this September and we want you on the grid.

$185,000+ prize pool. $20,000 to win on Grand Final night. And the Pope 65 Challenge worth $65,000 still up for grabs.

📋 What you need to know:
Nomination fee: $550 (GST inclusive)
Includes competitor entry, 3 crew passes & 2 sponsor series passes
Nominations close Friday 28 August 2026 at 5:00pm ACST
Late nominations may be accepted with a $200 late fee

Don't leave it too late. Nominate now 👇
🔗 scca.fueled.au

31/05/2026

Nominations for this year’s Chariots of Thunder Series is now OPEN!

Who is ready to join us for epic sunsets, good weather and sensational racing?

The Wingless Sprints division have always put on a great show as a support class, with competitive, on the edge of your seat racing and we can’t wait to see what awesome spectacle the wingless drivers put on for this year’s Chariots of Thunder Sprintcar Series.

Nominations are capped at 36 with the first round of nominations to be open to NT registered cars only until 14th June 2026.

After 14th June, it will be OPEN and available for INTERSTATE cars to register.

Nominations are now open through the AWSR Fueled website.

🖥 https://awsr.fueled.au
📩 [email protected]

Australian Wingless Sprint Racing
Northline Speedway

27/05/2026

The All Star Welding Chariots of Thunder Sprintcar Series is returning to Wise Group Northline Speedway this September!

Mark it in your calendars, nominate and buy your tickets all today! Head to www.northlinespeedway.com.au

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