Overview
- HDT said it will make a “significant announcement” immediately following the Bathurst 1000 as part of the Lap 162: The Great Race Cool Down program and is a major sponsor of the event.
- The company will show rare HDT Special Vehicles road cars and run fan activations and merchandise in Bathurst, with a public first look at its new direction during post‑race activities.
- Reports and the HDT release leave key details unconfirmed, notably whether the reboot means a return to motorsport or a launch of limited‑edition production cars, and published accounts disagree on whether the post‑race reveal is set for October 11 or October 12.
- The weekend program will include a live Q&A with HDT figures and automotive media, and Speedcafe says US‑based racer and collector Kenny Habul is helping lead the latest revival alongside long‑time owner Peter Champion.
- HDT’s deep Bathurst history and the high value of Brock‑era cars mean the relaunch could have commercial weight for collectors and revive local interest in Mount Panorama events, so observers should watch for follow‑up details on production numbers, racing entries, or licensing plans.