Summernats 38 is a vibrant, highly anticipated event, attracting 3000 vehicles and 130,000 visitors to Exhibition Park. The festival showcases a diverse range of cars, from the 'beautiful' to the 'wild', 'colourful', and 'noisy'. Festival co-owner Andy Lopez emphasizes the excitement of the event, highlighting activities like burnouts, cruising, elite show cars, drifting, and Skid Row. The festival significantly boosts the ACT's economy, with approximately 80% of attendees coming from outside the Territory. To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, organizers have implemented various measures, including extra shade structures, free water, sunscreen, medical teams, and Zooper Doopers. Three new pedestrian overpasses have been erected for easier navigation. Mr. Lopez hopes that car enthusiasts and curious spectators alike will find something to enjoy, praising the wide variety of vehicles on display. However, he also acknowledges the small group of festival-goers who disregard road rules, with plans in place to manage their behavior. ACT Government vehicle inspectors and police officers will be present at the entrance and conducting random drug and breath testing. The message is clear: antisocial behavior and dangerous driving will not be tolerated, and the police will take action. NSW Police have also been deployed to support the event, ensuring a safe environment for all attendees. Despite the potential for controversy, the festival promises an unforgettable experience for car enthusiasts and visitors alike.
