A revolutionary technical era arrives at Mount Panorama with the high-stakes competitive debut of the brand-new "Car of the Future" regulations. The technical reset opens the door for international manufacturers Nissan and Mercedes-Benz to challenge the traditional local Holden and Ford duopoly. Amidst the unfamiliar mechanical landscape, Ford heroes Mark Winterbottom and Steven Richards execute a flawless, high-octane drive to capture an emotional breakout victory.