One man is fighting for life and another has been seriously injured in a horror crash at a car racing track in Ipswich.

The men were thrown from their vehicle after it left the road and rolled during an event at Queensland Raceway in Ipswich at around 5.30pm last night.

The driver suffered critical head, chest and pelvic injuries.

He was airlifted by rescue helicopter to the Princess Alexandra Hospital.

His passenger sustained serious injuries and was also transported to hospital for treatment.

Police have confirmed they are investigating the circumstances of the crash.

The Forensic Crash Unit is assisting Workplace Health and Safety with investigations.

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The event organisers, Power Cruise Promotions, posted a statement to social media to thanks emergency services for their response.

They also confirmed the racing event would continue today.

“We’d like to commend the track medical and fire response for being on scene immediately; as well as QAS for their assistance by road and helicopter,” the statement reads.

“Powercruise #93 will continue as planned tomorrow at Queensland Raceway.

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