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Classic battle shaping up in Targa 2
A battle of modern versus classic cars is shaping up in Targa 2 for September 2025.
Get close to the rally action: Volunteer for Targa
Targa Newfoundland is accepting applications for Special Stage Set-Up Volunteers who can work in a fast-paced environment, preparing and supervising stages during the competition from Sept. 13-18, 2025.
February newsletter
In the February edition of the Targa newsletter: Closing in on 1000th stage; Tough competition for Targa 1 title; Terry’s travels; Choosing the right tires; Volunteer at Targa, and more!
Targa action captured on video
Over its 23 year history, Targa Newfoundland has been televised and captured on video many times. Short of experiencing the rally firsthand, video is the next best thing to understanding the lasting appeal of this event.
Only seven months until Targa 2025
More than 20 teams have registered already for the 2025 edition of the ultimate tarmac rally in North America .
Targa closes in on 1000th stage
Targa Newfoundland, one of the longest running tarmac rallies on the planet, will hit another major milestone this September. Teams competing this fall will cover the 1000th stage since Targa began 23 years ago in 2002. Robert Giannou, Targa co-founder and owner, calls it a remarkable achievement.
Let’s talk Targa at Hagerty Garage and Aspen Motoring Club
We’ve got two great events coming up later this month in the Toronto area where you can learn about Targa Newfoundland: If you are in the Toronto area on the weekend of January 25-26, come join us at one or both and let’s talk Targa! On Saturday January 25, 2025, join us at Hagerty Garage + Social…
Flashback to 2002: The first Targa Newfoundland
Twenty-two years ago in September 2002, the first Targa Newfoundland hit the roads of The Rock. It was modelled after Targa Tasmania in Australia which inspired Doug Mepham and Jim Kenzie after they raced there and had an amazing time. On their way home, they mused about where a rally like that could be staged…
Update: Rule changes for Targa 2025 include roll bars for Targa 1
Targa Newfoundland has updated the rules for 2025 to enhance safety while keeping the event exciting and challenging for entrants of all levels of skill and experience. The most significant changes are in the Targa 1 division. Top speed has been increased to 155 kph in Targa 1 and cars entered in this competitive category must now…
In Memoriam – Kenneth Simmons
Sadly, we lost another member of the extended Targa Newfoundland family this week. Ken Simmons was a respected journalist and long-time fan of motorsports and car culture. He competed in three Targa Newfoundland rallies as a co-driver, earned a certificate from the Bridgestone Racing School at Ontario’s Mosport track, and wrote a weekly column in…
Volunteer recognized with Spirit of Targa award
Tom Clenche of Petley on Random Island, NL joins an exclusive group of volunteers who have been awarded the Spirit of Targa trophy in recognition of their work to support Targa Newfoundland. Only nine volunteers have received this award over the rally’s 22-year history. For the past two years, Tom, together with his son, Thomas,…
Spaces filling up early for Targa 2025
We’re expecting a competitive field for Targa Newfoundland 2025 based on strong, early demand. No sooner had the checkered flag waved on the exciting 2024 edition of the legendary tarmac rally and competitors were clamouring for spots in Targa 2025. Fifteen teams have registered already with more lining up. That includes five teams so far…
Meet the racing doctors of Targa Newfoundland
Targa Newfoundland 2024 was kind of boring for Ryan Burrill and Elizabeth (Liz) Sullivan but in a good way. The two doctors enjoyed their time at their first Targa, making sure everyone was safe, watching the cars flash by, and driving from stage to stage of the rally. But they were quite happy their medical…
Targa’s registrar has done it all
The new registrar of Targa Newfoundland is no stranger to the famous rally. It’s in his blood. Wayne Lorenzen has done it all when it comes to Targa. He has been a co-driver, crew member, marshal, volunteer, and spectator since Targa first raced through his hometown of Gander more than 20 years ago. “Targa went…
In Memoriam – Roger Hodder, Team EZRA
We lost a beloved member of the extended Targa Newfoundland family earlier this year. Roger Hodder of Georges Brook-Milton, NL was a long-time member of Team EZRA with the Faster Pastor, Edison Wiltshire. A master mechanic, Roger helped prepare and maintain the 1977 Citroen CX GTi that Edison and his wife Margo ran in Targa…
My first Targa Newfoundland – thoughts from a rally rookie
Targa Newfoundland 2024 ended a week ago and I am still buzzed from driving in the rally for the first time. Six days of driving, 2000 km of fun and challenging roads, gorgeous scenery, and wonderful people adds up to an unforgettable experience. I saw the coverage of past Targas years ago and it left…
Final day decides winners of Targa Newfoundland 2024
After six long, grueling days, 2000 km of stages and transits across the island of Newfoundland, and variable weather conditions, the final stage in the historic town of Brigus decided the winners of Targa Newfoundland 2024. Standings in the competitive Targa 1 division were tight all week with different teams grabbing the lead after different…
Targa Newfoundland – How it all began
by Jim Kenzie, Targa Newfoundland co-founder and three-time winner We owe it all to Bob English. Bob, a fellow auto scribe, and his wife Helen had invited me to dinner in their then-home in Erin Ontario, a bit north-east of us in Milton. During dins, Bob mentioned that our mutual friend, Doug Mepham, a former…
Targa 2023 in review – a team’s perspective
By: Erin Crant of Husband + Wife Racing, Car #135 – 2009 BMW 135Targa is an absolutely gruelling week – a complete whirlwind, full of ups and downs and a mix of emotions – adrenaline, defeat, gratitude, happiness, exhaustion, elation, and the list goes on. Finishing the event is an emotion like none other. We…
Racing royalty Randy Pobst returns to Race the Rock
Fan favourite superstar racing driver Randy Pobst will head back to the challenging roads of Targa Newfoundland this fall to defend his Targa 1 win last year. Targa Newfoundland, the only tarmac car rally in North America, hits the roads of Newfoundland (a.k.a., the Rock) September 12-19, 2024. Pobst, John Hume Sr., and Craig MacMullen…
