About Lightning Sprints
Welcome to Lightning Sprints South Island, your gateway to affordable and competitive open-wheel oval track racing in New Zealand! Get to know our club, our values, and what makes racing with us a unique and thrilling experience. We're stoked to have you here!
What is a Lightning Sprint?
A Lightning Sprint is a scaled-down version of a Sprint car, bringing the excitement of open-wheel racing to a more accessible level. Featuring a midget-sized chassis with 13” wheels, a chain-driven 1000cc inline 4-cylinder motorcycle engine, and scaled-down wings, Modified Sprints deliver incredible performance. And here's the kicker: they're fueled by pump gas only!
Affordable Racing Thrills
Lightning Sprints offer the best bang for your buck in open-wheel oval track racing. At Ruapuna Speedway, we clock the second-fastest lap times of any regular class, second only to the full-size Sprint Cars. You can purchase a race-winning car turnkey for under $20,000, with minimal yearly operating costs. Weekly maintenance typically takes less than 2 hours.
Why Choose Lightning Sprints?
Lightning Sprints Christchurch offers an unparalleled combination of affordability and competitive racing. Whether you're a seasoned racer or new to the sport, our club provides a welcoming environment where you can hone your skills and experience the adrenaline rush of speedway racing without breaking the bank. Join a community of passionate racers in Christchurch, New Zealand, who share your love for dirt oval track action.
"Lightning Sprints is an awesome way to get into racing without spending a fortune! The racing is always close, and the people are great."
A Lightning Sprints Racer