Sydney-born international auto racer Aaron Zerefos is set to return to the New Zealand racing scene this month, lining up at Hampton Downs Motor Sport Park from January 9–11 and January 16–18 as part of the Giltrap Group Taupō Historic Grand Prix, where he will compete in a New Zealand-prepared Porsche 911.
The Giltrap Group Taupō Historic GP is regarded as one of New Zealand’s premier historic motorsport events, bringing together classic touring cars, GT machinery and iconic marques such as Porsche across multiple competitive classes.
Held at the FIA-grade Hampton Downs Motor Sport Park, the event attracts competitors from across New Zealand and Australia and is known for its fast, technical layout that rewards both driver skill and precision car preparation.
Zerefos said he is looking forward to returning to the New Zealand circuit and reconnecting with its strong racing community.
“I’m excited to be racing in NZ again. Their summer racing series is a lot of fun. It’s competitive and the Porsche racing community in NZ is very strong,” Zerefos said.
Zerefos has built a reputation competing across domestic and international endurance and circuit racing categories, balancing his on-track commitments with long-standing business interests off the circuit.
The New Zealand campaign forms part of a busy international schedule for the Sydney-based driver, who will also contest the Bathurst 12 Hour in February 2026 — an event he has competed in on 10 previous occasions.
“I’m due for some luck up there at the Mountain. The place can really knock you on canvas but we are always ready!” he said.
Off the track, Zerefos continues to balance motorsport with business. He has been selling C Coconut Water for the past 15 years and says the Porsche will carry a special C Coconut livery during the New Zealand rounds.
“The Porsche will look good in NZ with a C Coconut special livery! Hopefully leads to some more sales!” he said.
Through AZ Enterprises, Zerefos has overseen strong growth in recent years, particularly in the alternative milk sector, with Aaron’s Organics achieving eight-digit sales figures. Fiji remains the market leader for imported water, while innovative products such as Bobby’s and Add Water are also performing strongly within the drinks market.
Zerefos hits the track on Friday, January 9, as anticipation builds for his New Zealand return. He will be returning to Los Angeles after the Melbourne Grand Prix before heading to Indianapolis for the Indy 500.
