The six-week countdown is on for one of the most highly anticipated events on the motorsport calendar. The AirTouch 500 at The Bend roars into Shell V-Power Motorsport Park from 12–14 September 2025, launching the return of the Supercars Enduro Cup and delivering a world-first line-up - where high-octane racing meets full-throttle festival energy.
For the first time anywhere in the world, the FIA Kumho TCR World Tour and Repco Supercars Championship will share the same event program, launching a global-first double billing that's set to make history in South Australia.
Sunday's 500km Supercars endurance race will see 27 cars and 54 drivers—each paired with a co-driver—battle it out over 100 laps of The Bend's internationally renowned 4.95km circuit. As the opening round of the Supercars Enduro Cup and the only lead-in to the legendary Bathurst 1000, it's where strategy meets speed, and reputations are made or broken.
Alistair MacDonald, CEO of Shell V-Power Motorsport Park said that this is the race that sets the tone for Bathurst.
"The endurance format, the pressure, the pairing of co-drivers—it's where the stakes really start to climb, and with the TCR World Tour here as well, you've got factory-backed international teams competing on Australian soil. It's a motorsport dream ticket," he said.
Three days of racing action kick off Friday with extended Supercars practice and qualifying, full-field TCR races, and top-tier support categories including the Porsche Carrera Cup, Touring Car Masters, Trico Trans Am Series, and Battery World Aussie Racing Cars.
Beyond the racing, the precinct comes alive with family-friendly entertainment from dawn to dusk. Fans can expect Paul Bennet's Aerial Stunt Shows, STEMzone, The Bend Kartdrome, Auto Alley, live music all day and night, and Friday and Saturday nights bring the POWRi 'Micros on the Murray' dirt-track spectacular to the Dragway Live Action Arena, featuring 70+ microsprints, while Saturday's 'Sing It Live' concert at Podium Park will perform its not to be missed and only South Australian show this year, followed by a headline DJ.
And for those who don't want to miss a second of the action? Trackside camping is the ultimate motorsport experience—and it's almost gone.
The Bend remains the only Supercars venue outside of Bathurst to offer true trackside camping. That's nearly 3,000 campers rolling out swags beside the track —with approximately 70 out of 650 sites left across the precinct.
Alistair went on to say that their luxury accommodation at Rydges Pit Lane and the BIG4 The Bend Holiday Park have already sold out.
"There's nothing like waking up to the roar of Supercars—camping here gives fans a front-row seat for the entire weekend. It's a totally immersive experience into the sport, and I expect that the last few camping sites will be snapped up," Alistair said.
Camping sites offer hot showers, free shuttles, and easy access to food vendors and entertainment. Each site holds up to six people, with pricing making it one of the most affordable ways to experience everything on offer.
A General Admission ticket gives phenomenal access to one of the most celebrated race tracks in the world, including; paddock zones, infield roaming, and grandstand views at Turns 17 and 18 - all of which offer amazing trackside views and access to entertainment and hospitality at every turn. If you are a die-hard fan or just looking for all day entertainment - there literally is something for everyone and with day passes starting at $35, there is nothing to lose! Plus kids under 15 are free, and parking is included.
Whether you're chasing endurance racing, cheering on the TCR World Tour, or looking for an unforgettable family-friendly adventure, the AirTouch 500 delivers on every level.
AirTouch 500 at The Bend event at the Shell V-Power Motorsport Park is proudly presented by AirTouch and event partners OTR and the South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC).
The AirTouch 500 at The Bend takes place 12–14 September 2025 at Shell V-Power Motorsport Park, and final camping spots now available at www.thebend.com.au/the-bend-500.
