Auto One Targa Albany Sprint

UPDATE (1st March): The Auto One Targa Albany Sprint is still going ahead, however the Level 2 COVID restrictions announced yesterday may limit the number of spectators allowed access to the Middleton Beach Spectator and Service Park area.  We are seeking further clarification on restrictions given the unique nature of our event.  Face masks must be worn.

NOTE: There are NO Spectator accessible areas on Sunday at Quaranup.

Auto One Targa Quaranup Rallysprint & Speed Event – Sunday, 6th March 2022
Auto One Targa Albany Sprint – Monday, 7th March 2022

The Auto One Targa Albany Sprint enables competitors to attack a challenging ~3km road course from Hybla up the hillside set against some of The Great Southerns most stunning backdrops, while the Auto One Targa Quaranup Sprint sees cars compete over a 2.5km course up to the historic Camp Quaranup.

Now in out 4th year, the Auto One Targa Albany Sprints have now become the ‘must do’ event for Competitors & Spectators wanting an action packed weekend of Motorsport on the Amazing South Coast.

Entry is strictly limited to 100 discerning competitors.

Application for the Auto One Targa Albany Sprint can be made using the Entry Form.

For further information on the Auto One Targa Albany Sprint email admin@targawest.com.au or call 0419 045 042

Spectating is FREE!!

With ample parking, access to the pit area and a number of different locations to view the action from, the fact that Spectators have FREE entry to the Auto One Targa Albany Sprint is a bonus.

There are many vantage points for Spectating, for further details see our Spectator information here. Note: Spectator Information will be updated closer to the event.

The Auto One Targa Albany Sprint is a SMOKE FREE EVENT

A reminder that MOTORSPORT IS DANGEROUS.  As Safety is our number one priority there are some safety instructions that we’d like you to be aware of, please take the time to have a quick read through the Spectator Safety guidelines here so that you are able to make the most of your motorsport experience.

Spectator Safety TAS

The Auto One Targa Albany Sprint now comprises of 3 events held on the March long weekend in Albany.  On the Sunday the Quaranup Rallysprint and Quaranup Speed Event utilise sections of Quaranup Road while on Monday the Albany Sprint climbs from Middleton Beach to the National Anzac Centre.

Similar to a Rallysprint, the Speed Event elements are for Drivers only (ie no Co-Driver) and all run under the auspices of Motorsport Australia (formerly CAMS) the Targa Albany Sprint is suitable for a wide variety of cars. Competitors compete against the clock over the closed road course.

Note: Cars will need to either already be registered or they will need to be receive an Over 48 Hour “Rally” Permit from the Department of Transport.

The event is open to Drivers who hold a minimum of a Motorsport Australia Speed licence (Rally Licence for the Quranup Rallysprint) and are current members of a Motorsport Australia affiliated Car Club. All cars must meet minimum safety standards, and will be required to undertake pre-event scrutiny. A roll cage and Frontal Head Restraints are mandatory for the Rallysprint and are very strongly recommended for the Speed Event and Hill Climb.

On the Official Noticeboard page is further information including the Supplementary Regulations.  We encourage any  prospective competitors to get in touch with us if you have any queries.

Entry is limited, so don’t delay get your Entry Form completed online now.

Further details will be provided in the near future including the map of the Targa Albany Sprint course.

Events like the Targa Albany Sprint simply would not be possible without the valued support from a wide range of sponsors.

With this in mind we are extremely proud and grateful for the committed and ongoing support we enjoy from our sponsors all of whom share our enthusiasm for ongoing growth and development of the event in Albany, the heart of the Amazing South Coast.

If you would like to be associated with the Targa Albany Sprint and wish to discuss available sponsorship opportunities, please contact us at admin@targawest.com.au or call Ross on 0419 045 042.

The Targa Albany Sprint receives valuable support from the following organisations. We encourage all our Competitors, Officials, Service Crews and Spectators to support those that support us.