The Castlemaine Rod Shop has taken on the role of the primary sponsor for the Pro Burnout Series in 2025, unveiling a calendar packed with 19 high-octane events set across Australia and New Zealand. This series promises an exciting lineup of competitions, culminating in the Grand Final at the renowned Street Machine Summernats 38, where a substantial $50,000 prize awaits the series champion, contributing to a total prize pool exceeding $70,000.
Castlemaine Rod Shop, a prominent name in the Australian automotive industry for over three decades, has been announced as the naming rights sponsor for the 2025 Pro Burnout Series. Renowned for actualizing car enthusiasts’ horsepower dreams, the Rod Shop’s involvement goes beyond mere sponsorship, reflecting their profound commitment to the evolution and advancement of burnout competitions. The owner, Heath Waddington, expressed eagerness for the upcoming season, emphasizing the significance of burnouts in Australian motorsport and the Rod Shop’s dedication to supporting drivers and events nationwide.
The calendar announcement received enthusiastic responses from key figures in the burnout scene. Mandy Hartmann, the promoter of Steel City Nats, expressed pride in featuring on the Pro Burnout Series calendar, highlighting the continued growth and professionalism within the burnout community. Chris Orchard from Bindoon Burnouts, a former qualifier for the Pro Burnout Series, emphasized the value of recognizing emerging talents through wildcard qualifications, fostering inclusivity and diversity in the competition.
Multiple-time event winner Wal Gersekowski praised the quality of events in the Pro Burnout Series calendar, underlining the ease of planning for competitors due to the well-organized nature of the competitions. Andy Lopez, co-owner of Summernats, commended Castlemaine Rod Shop for their pivotal role in shaping the future of burnouts, emphasizing their strong connection to the burnout community and their potential to influence the sport’s growth in the long run.
The Pro Burnout Series 2025 calendar showcases top-tier events across Australia and New Zealand, offering spectators a thrilling display of power, skill, and style. With various pathways for drivers to qualify for the Summernats finale, including direct qualification and wildcard options, the series ensures a fair and competitive playing field while providing opportunities for emerging talents to shine on a prestigious stage.
More than just a series of events, the Pro Burnout Series represents a vibrant community comprising participants, officials, judges, crew, and supporters from diverse backgrounds, united by their shared passion for burnouts and their collective vision for the sport’s future. As the countdown to 2025 begins, enthusiasts are encouraged to mark their calendars and prepare for an action-packed year ahead, filled with adrenaline-pumping burnout competitions that promise to captivate audiences and participants alike. Stay updated on the latest developments and wildcard-only events by following @proburnouts.
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