Hi-Tec Oils Bathurst 6 Hour

The Hi-Tec Oils Bathurst 6 Hour is one of Australia’s premier production-car endurance races, held each Easter at the iconic Mount Panorama Motor Racing Circuit in Bathurst, New South Wales. First run in 2016, the event was created to give production-car competitors their own headline endurance race at Mount Panorama. It carries on the circuit’s long tradition of production-based racing, with road-derived performance cars competing in multiple classes over six hours. The race brings together professional drivers, experienced competitors and grassroots racers, with teams typically sharing the driving duties across the six-hour endurance challenge. Past winners include Supercars stars such as Chaz Mostert, Shane van Gisbergen and Paul Morris. Set against the backdrop of one of the world’s most famous circuits, the Bathurst 6 Hour has quickly established itself as a major event on Australia’s motorsport calendar. The 2025 edition attracted a record 20,471 spectators and featured a record 69 starters. Fans can experience the unique atmosphere of the Mountain, with the event known for its accessibility, allowing spectators to explore the entire circuit, including the paddock and pit building. Beyond the main six-hour race on Easter Sunday, the weekend features a packed support program with a variety of racing categories. The event is designed to be a family-friendly experience, offering a blend of on-track action and off-track activities within the broader Bathurst region.

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Known globally as 'The Mountain,' Mount Panorama Circuit in Bathurst, NSW, is arguably the most iconic motorsport venue in Australia. Since its opening as a scenic drive in 1938, the track has evolved into a world-renowned racing cathedral that challenges even the most seasoned drivers. Its unique layout combines public roads with narrow, winding technical sections that hug the hillside, offering a staggering 174-meter elevation change that provides both breathtaking views and terrifying high-speed descents. The venue is most famous for hosting the Bathurst 1000, often referred to as 'The Great Race.' This endurance event for Supercars is a cornerstone of Australian culture, drawing hundreds of thousands of fans to the slopes of the mountain every October. Beyond the V8s, the circuit also hosts the Bathurst 12 Hour, an international GT3 endurance classic, and the Bathurst 6 Hour, showcasing a diverse range of production cars. The sheer speed reached on Conrod Straight—exceeding 300km/h—contrasts sharply with the precision required to navigate the concrete walls of The Dipper and Skyline. What truly sets Mount Panorama apart is its dual identity as a public thoroughfare. On non-race days, visitors can drive the 6.2-kilometer loop at the standard road limit, gaining a firsthand perspective of the daunting gradients and camber changes that define the circuit. The atmosphere during a major race weekend is electric, with 'The Hill' becoming a sea of flags and campfires, cementing its status as a pilgrimage site for fans of circuit racing and high-performance motorsport.

Bathurst is located approximately 200 kilometers west of Sydney. The drive takes about three hours via the Great Western Highway through the Blue Mountains. If traveling from other regional centers like Orange or Lithgow, the Mid-Western Highway and Mitchell Highway provide direct access to the city center. During major race events, access to the mountain is strictly controlled. Extensive temporary parking areas are established around the bottom of the circuit, and shuttle bus services frequently run from the Bathurst CBD and local campgrounds. For those visiting on non-event days, the track is open to the public as a one-way scenic drive, though strict speed limits are enforced by local police.