Tony Quinn

Tony Quinn is a prominent figure in the Australian and New Zealand motorsport scene. Born in Scotland on July 28, 1957, Quinn is a successful businessman and racer. While his nationality is British, he is known for his extensive involvement in Australian and New Zealand motorsports. Quinn's racing achievements include winning five Targa New Zealand events. He has participated in various racing series, including the GT New Zealand Championship - GT4, the Monochrome GT4 Australia Series, the Australian Production Car Series, and the Aussie Racing Cars Super Series.

Beyond his driving career, Quinn is recognized for his contributions to motorsport infrastructure and development. He transformed Highlands Motorsport Park into a world-class facility and added Hampton Downs to his circuit portfolio. Quinn also established the Tony Quinn Foundation, which supports grassroots competitors and elite Kiwi drivers competing internationally through grants and scholarship opportunities. He founded the Hampton Downs New Zealand Racing Academy to provide young drivers with professional training.

Quinn's influence extends to team ownership, as he holds a majority shareholding in the Triple Eight Racing V8 Supercars Team. He has owned and driven in series like Porsche Carrera Cup and Australian GT. In March 2024, Quinn received the Neil Nelson Trophy from the New Zealand Motoring Writers' Guild for his significant investment in motor racing circuits, his racing academy, and his foundation. Quinn is dedicated to helping young people achieve their dreams in motorsport.