Although stalwarts like Curt Alchin, Graeme Donker and Kosie Swanepoel all now campaigning elsewhere, there are still some experienced drivers in the category. Mathew Hodges (PG Glass VW Polo) is one of these and leads the early standings from youngster Gennaro Bonafede (Champion/Ferodo VW Polo) who is the son of former rally champion Vito Bonafede.
Local star Miguel Pasqualli (Xtreme Team VW Polo) is another of the older hands and shares third in the championship with Jared Mortimer in the Liquid Lounge/Emerald Casino VW Polo. They are followed by Darren Nathan (Sextrader VW Polo) and Kieran Quarmby (Gallardo VW Polo) and the makings are here for two competitive heats.
The smart money, however, may just be on Pasqualli. He is experienced and like Kosie Swanepoel and Johan Fourie, has an intimate knowledge of Killarney.
For all that the youngsters will give him a run for his money.