Molten Rubber — Muscle Car Madness 2025

29 April 2025

Bonus Gallery: Muscle Car Madness 2025 cranked the volume, packed the burnout pad, and delivered one hell of a weekend

From its humble beginnings in a local business car park, Muscle Car Madness (MCM) has grown into one of New Zealand’s most iconic car events.

Held on the third weekend of January each year in Rangiora, the event has a long history with the town, and this year it was back for the 35th time.

It attracts participants from not only all four corners of New Zealand but has also hit on a recipe that appears to be appealing to a number of overseas guests who have made it part of their New Zealand holidays. 

Words and Photos: Rod Dunn

Full story included in Issue 227 of NZV8, in stores now.

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