About ThrottleForge — Built in NZ, Driven by Passion

ThrottleForge was born out of a simple frustration: there were places to “drive” go-karts in Auckland, but none that captured the heart of real racing. We didn’t want arcade-style steering or over-coached group rides. We wanted throttle response, timed sectors, kart-on-kart battles, and a reason to come back. So in 2012, we turned that frustration into our first circuit — and we haven’t slowed down since. Today, ThrottleForge stands as one of New Zealand’s most advanced karting facilities. We’ve rebuilt our tracks, upgraded every engine, and built custom timing systems that deliver split-second precision. Every helmet, suit, and barrier has been chosen for both safety and performance. And every customer — whether it’s your first lap or your five-hundredth — is treated like a racer. Because when you’re out on our track, that’s exactly what you are.

Our first workshop

“I booked a surprise race night for my partner’s birthday — and ended up screaming like a teenager on the last lap. We both left speechless, sweaty, and smiling. Absolute perfection.” — Harriet N., Auckland Central

Behind the scenes

“Our school brought 28 teens for a team challenge. Not only was it safe and smooth — the kids are still talking about who set the fastest lap. Staff handled everything like pros.” — Mr. Latu, PE Teacher, West Auckland

Live streaming

“I’ve raced all over NZ, and this is the tightest, best-balanced track I’ve been on. The kart response was insane — and the post-race telemetry? Like F1 but fun.” — Daniel R., Tauranga racer

More Than a Track — A Local Legacy of Speed ThrottleForge isn’t just a business — it’s a motorsport community. We’ve helped kids join their first junior leagues. We’ve watched best friends argue over sector splits. We’ve seen corporate teams become race teams. And when COVID hit, we rebuilt our business model from the ground up — to stay open, to stay safe, and to keep people driving. We’re proud to be 100% Kiwi-owned, operated by locals who grew up karting on gravel and dreaming of podiums. We employ full-time technicians, race coaches, and event coordinators. We offer mentorship to young drivers. And we partner with local schools, motorsport clubs, and charities to keep that next generation of racers dreaming big — and driving fast.

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