06/09/2026
World Time Attack Challenge done and dusted.
We came in with a few personal goals. I wanted a 1:39 and to top the BRZ/86 group. We got so close to both, but more importantly we achieved exactly what we set out to as a team be fast, consistent and reliable.
Thursday practice gave us a huge confidence boost. We decided to simulate a Saturday morning PB run in the middle of the day and nailed a 1:41.05.
Friday started strong until a driveshaft failure ended our first session. That hurt because the opening session is usually the best track window. From there we battled a boost control issue and eventually made the call to drive the car back to the workshop.
The boys then pulled an all nighter to get it sorted. I got home around 4am and was back up at 6:30, while Ethan Tyler and my cousin were sleeping on the workshop floor at 5am to make sure the car was back in pit lane by 7.
Saturday, running on about two hours sleep, I felt like I owed it to the team to deliver. I gave it everything I had and managed a 1:41.09, improving on Friday by around half a second. With the conditions we had, I honestly don’t think I had much more in me.
From struggling for pace last year to now consistently knocking on the door of the 1:39s on a road tyre, in what is still essentially a road car with a cage, is something I’m incredibly proud of.
We completed more laps than any other BRZ/86, got screen time for our sponsors and, after two days of punishment, drove the car home. No trailer.
The build up to WTAC took a lot out of me and my family. Our new business has taken off, life has been hectic, and most of this car was built in my garage between work, family and late nights.
That’s why this means so much. I’m so proud that a car built my Son and carrying his name performed the way it did.
A massive thank you to Tyler and the crew at Parramatta Vehicle Services, Ethan, Angelo, and every friend and family member who turned spanners, stayed late, gave advice, helped with the kids and supported this dream of mine. And all our supporters and sponsors. Your components helped build this car
This one is for the DIYers the backyard builders and everyone chasing lap time with more passion than budget.