The Tailem Bend Auto Club has officially jumped on board as the sponsor for the inaugural Genuine Support Services Australia’s Hearts & Horsepower Cruise 2025 at Shell V-Power Motorsport Park at The Bend on August 30, 2025.
Current Tailem Bend Auto Club President, Michael Bristow and his wife Robyn, crossing the Callington Bridge on the clubs 2021 Mypolonga Autum Run.
This thrilling NDIS community event kicks off at 12 noon, offering a unique opportunity to ride in style — and better yet, it’s free!
Tailem Bend Auto Club members are generously funding the event and supplying their elegant classic and roaring muscle cars for exciting cruise laps around the internationally renowned track - but be warned: seats are extremely limited, and bookings are essential.
Tailem Bend Auto Club members, Michael and Claire Holiday, one of many club cars paraded during the 2020 Supercar Transporter Parade in Tailem Bend’s main Street, July 7, 2020.
Glenn Power of Genuine Support Services Australia (GSSA) said “To claim your free ride, you need to swing by the GSSA office and speak to Jess, or if that’s not possible, just give her a call on 8166 7577.” “There’s no guarantees, the free seats will depend on available of club vehicles and chosen seating arrangements,” Glenn said. “But don’t worry, the GSSA team will keep everyone in the loop with their seating arrangements once final numbers are in.”
“And if you do miss out, don’t worry for just $20 per car, you can still participate in the cruise in your own vehicle,” Glenn said. “This is an amazing opportunity for everyone to explore this world-class track and enjoy a unique all-inclusive community atmosphere.”
Tailem Bend Auto Club member, Darren Guerney, one of many club muscle cars paraded during the 2020 Supercar Transporter Parade in Tailem Bend’s main Street, July 7, 2020.
Tailem Bend Auto Club member, Phil Gogel, driving his Ford Falcon XY GT into the clubs 10 Anniversary at Old Tailem Town, February 24, 2024.
The Hearts & Horsepower Cruise isn’t just about cars — it’s about bringing people together from all over the Adelaide Hills and the Murraylands, “It’s going to be brilliant, a lap or two of connection, adrenaline, and horsepower,” Glenn said. The event has been made possible through the incredible generosity of the Tailem Bend Auto Club and the Shell V-Power Motorsport Park at The Bend.
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable track event, whether you’re in the passenger seat or behind the wheel, the Hearts & Horsepower Cruise is where memories, and engines will roar to life!
*Interesting fact - The Tailem Bend Auto Club now has over 700 club members and is one of the largest auto clubs in the state.