Every October fans flock to the Mount to be part of history. The monumental race has been held at Bathurst for what seems like an eternity, but for the drivers time stands still in the lead up to that green light. The tradition began in 1963 in the form of the Armstrong 500. Nearly half a century later the Great Race and its following are stronger than ever, seeing nearly 200,000 visitors journey to the Mount over race week. The traditional rivarly between Holden and Ford keeps fans and drivers alike at each others throats for the 161 laps in Australia's most popular endurance race. Victory in the Bathurst 1000 is achieved only by the most extraordinary drivers, and it is these legends who cement their names in the pavement of history.

In 2010 Garth Tander and Will Davison carried the torch for Holden as they put a stop to Team Vodafones claim on the Mountain. With Team Vodafone now part of the General's Army, will someone else step up for Ford and take the fight to the Commodores at Mount Panorama, or will Holden challenge for two in a row.

As part of Race Week, Bathurst Regional Council's Events Team provides the Bathurst community with an array of off-track events. Traditionally this has included a Street Party in the Bathurst CBD, a BBQ Breakfast with a few V8 Supercar Drivers, and the only official off track autograph session at the BBQ with the Stars. For 2010 the Events Team have planned to bring something new to the table and re-do some of the old events. Currently the Off-Track events are yet to be determined, but watch this space for updates.

For information about the race and support categories, visit the official Supercheap Auto Bathurst 1000 website here.