Taranaki Radio Control Car Club
🏁 New Zealand’s Premier RC Racing Club
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About Us
The Taranaki Radio Control Car Club has been the heartbeat of RC motorsport in the region for nearly five decades. From beginner-friendly club days to national events, we welcome drivers of all skill levels.
Our purpose-built track, expert membership, and structured race calendar make TRCCC the definitive destination for serious RC enthusiasts across Taranaki and beyond.
Race. Compete. Dominate.
From club days to national championships — there’s always a race to prepare for.
On-Road Racing
1st Sunday each Month, weather permitting. (Rain Date is 2nd or 4th Sunday)
Registrations must be made by 9:00am on the day, racing starts at 11:00am. You dont need to be a member to race.
Entry is $20
Off-Road Racing
3rd Sunday each Month, weather permitting. (Rain Date is 2nd or 4th Sunday)
Registrations must be made by 9:00am on the day, racing starts at 11:00am. You dont need to be a member to race.
Entry is $20
Classes:
We cater for both Nitro & Electric Classes both On-Road & Off-Road.
Scoring:
We use the latest AMBrc4 Decoder & Transponders and LiveTime RC Software to lap score races.
Rules:
We are affliated to the New Zealand Radio COntrol Car Association (NZRCA) which provides standardisation of class & racing rules for all affliated clubs around New Zealand, as well as sanctioning open race meetings at various times and places throughout the year. All cars that are raced, and the race meetings themselves must comply with these rules which have been written in the interest of fairness to competitors, and for the promotion of the sport.
Locations
On Road Track Facilities:
Our permanent outdoor sealed track is situated at the base of Paritutu Rock. Centennial Drive, overlooking New Plymouth Power Station and Port Taranaki. It is just 5 minutes from the centre of New Plymouth.
Off Road Track Facilities & New On Road Track Development:
Our Off Road site is located at Clemow Road on the opposite end of New Plymouth. It is located next to Lake Rotomanu and is just 5 minutes from the centre of New Plymouth.
Contact Us
2026-2027 Committe:
President – Daniel Burrows
Vice President – Ricky Field
Secretary – Selwyn Duthie
Treasurer – Graeme Henry
On Road Club Captain – Luke Duthie
Off Road Club Captain – Craig Darling
Ready to Race?
Membership is open to all ages and skill levels. Join TRCCC today!