Author: Chris Ashby

British F4 title run-in set to begin at Zandvoort

The 2025 British Automobile Racing Club supported Wera Tools F4 British Championship is now on its final approach. The ten event, thirty round calendar is about to tip into the second half of the season, as the championship heads overseas for only the second time, with a return to Zandvoort in the Netherlands next up.

Last time out the young, upcoming drivers climbing the single-seater ladder got to experience the thrill of driving at Silverstone during the British Grand Prix weekend – in front of big crowds, a busy race schedule and the watchful eyes of F3, F2 and F1 team owners. Although a non championship, invitational weekend, the title protagonists now return to the business in hand – the fight for important points as the British F4 series heads from one Grand Prix venue to another, with the home of the Dutch Grand Prix next on the billing.

Leading the charge and one of the revelations of the season has been rookie Fionn McLaughlin from Ireland. With two wins to his name so far, McLaughlin leads the standings by five and half points thanks in part to a further four podiums in the opening chapter of the season. The Red Bull-backed driver is being chased hard by the consistent Martin Molnár. The Hungarian may only have a Thruxton win to his tally in 2025, but the 2024 Rookie Cup winner is setting his sights on the big prize this year and his methodical approach has put him right in the hunt for the number one spot come Brands Hatch in October.

Australian James Piszcyk is hanging onto the coattails of the two in front. The Rodin Motorsport driver has the same amount of wins as the front two combined, but the man from the land down under has two retirements to his name – hampering his overall leaderboard position. With plenty of points on offer, he could well pull himself into the slipstream and make a move for top spot before the year is out.

Top British driver, Henry Joslyn has yet to stand on the top spot, but six podiums has earned the Fortec driver a solid fourth in the standings. Nestled just behind him is August Raber. Despite the Swede clinching victories at Snetterton and a Donington double, the Argenti star has had a yo-yo season with retirements and outside of points finishes preventing him to challenge the drivers at the summit. With plenty of points on offer, the speed is there, if the consistency can follow – he will be a threat for the title.

As will British drivers Tommy Harfield and Thomas Bearman who are beginning to turn the screw and light up the show with recent performances. The pair sit sixth and seventh in the standings respectively and with a podium for both in the Silverstone showpiece earlier this month they will be on a high coming into part two of the championship.

Other drivers who have turned on the performance this year include Adam Al Azhari who has taken wins at Silverstone and Snetterton, Leo Robinson at Thruxton and Chase Fernandez at Donington. All know how to win and lead from the front and will be battling to add more silverware to their trophy cabinets.

One driver to keep an eye on for the future is 15-year-old Salim Hanna who parachuted into the series at Thruxton and scored points in all three races on his debut and won the final round at Britain’s fastest circuit. He did the double at the British Grand Prix supporting event at Silverstone. Remember the name. Those results could well give him the confidence for more glory if he returns for future rounds. We will have to wait and see…

So what can we look forward to on track? Well, close single-seater racing with the next generation of talent at the wheel – it reminds us of the Formula Ford days of old. There are rounds at Zandvoort, Knockhill, Donington Park GP, Silverstone National and Brands Hatch GP still to come. How competitive is the series? Very! 30 drivers have registered for the championship with half of those standing on the podium at some point this year. We have also had nine different winners from five different teams and we aren’t done yet!

Next up is Zandvoort in the Netherlands for the BARC circuit racing away day (26-27 July). You can follow all the F4 racing action along with the best from Caterham Motorsport and Caterham Graduates racing series live on YouTube channel with dedicated LIVE streams on both days.

BTCC reveals updated technical regulations from 2027

The British Touring Car Championship has announced its technical regulations for the next five-year cycle, with this latest evolution set to commence at the start of the 2027 campaign.

This season marks the 15th year since the NGTC regulations were first introduced, with the aim of them being to reduce costs and promote greater parity among competitors. 

Despite there being one remaining year of the existing specifications, series organisers TOCA has put together an evolution of these successful regulations for a further five years – running up until at least the end of 2031.

The goal of the new regulation cycle was to protect the assets of teams by maintaining eligibility for existing machinery, whilst introducing additional car and engine options, thereby expanding opportunities.

From 2027, providing that the vehicle brand is sold within the UK, then any model from that brand can be entered – as long as the car is originally equipped with an internal combustion engine as its primary means of motive power and, of course, conforms to the size and body regulations as per currently.
 
This change will allow a wider variety of cars to enter the BTCC, thus providing teams with greater flexibility and availability in choosing models that fit their goals, as well as giving spectators the experience of seeing cars compete that they may not have seen before.

In addition to that, TOCA has unlinked the engine requirements to each respective car, meaning that any BTCC-homologated engine can be used – not necessarily that from the original manufacturer of that specific car. 

Registered BTCC engine builders will also be bound to supply its engine to any interested team(s) if requested, although no engine supplier can provide more than 50% of the entered cars – with the exception of the TOCA engine, which is always made available to all teams.

Opening up engine availability and supply will enable teams and engine builders to more easily select their optimum base engine and share development costs.

A number of other technical regulations have received modest amendments with the full document due to be released over the coming weeks.

“We’re pleased to announce the BTCC’s technical regulations for the next five-year cycle, to commence in 2027, and I thank all our teams for their invaluable input over the last two years to bring them to fruition,” said Alan Gow, BTCC Chief Executive.

“Every team wanted the BTCC to continue with the evolution of our great technical regulations… that was unquestioned. Therefore, our current stakeholders now have the assurance that their major components and capital investment will remain valid through 2031. 
 
“This evolution of the regulations also provides teams with more options, through opening the door to a host of new models and engines that can now be eligible for the BTCC.
 
“We value these successful regulations, which will have largely been in place for almost 20 years at the conclusion of this next cycle. The BTCC technical regulations, like the BTCC itself, is a true British success story.”

Welsh Motorsport & Supercar Festival returns to Pembrey this September

Pembrey Circuit has confirmed that The Welsh Motorsport & Supercar Festival will return for a second successive year this September.

Debuting less than 12 months ago and going on to garner rave reviews, the automotive spectacle is back for a second instalment later this year on Sunday 21st September.

As a celebration of all things with an engine, the one-day event will see everything from rare supercars and rally machines to Formula 1 demonstrations and stunt shows – guaranteeing fun for all the family.

In addition, a number of car clubs will feature both on and off the circuit whilst other adrenaline-fuelled activities such as tractor pulling will make it a day to remember.

Tickets for Wales’ biggest motorsport festival are available to buy from https://pembreycircuit.co.uk/event/welsh-motorsport-supercar-festival.

TCR UK and Milltek Civic Cup to stage August Taster Day

Organisers of the TCR UK Championship and the Milltek Civic Cup have announced its latest Taster Day will take place at Donington Park on Wednesday 20th August.

Utilising the Grand Prix layout of the Leicestershire venue, the event will offer drivers the opportunity to sample a car from each championship and learn more about how to get involved and compete.

Drivers will get two on-track sessions at Donington Park in either the EP3 Civic Cup car or the Hyundai i30 N TCR.

For those expressing an interest in taking part in the event, head to https://www.tcr-uk.co.uk/2025-donington-park-taster-day/ and complete the form.

Those seeking further information can direct their questions to Championship Manager Jack Finlan via jack@maximumgroup.net.

Foxy’s at 30 – Three decades of volunteering

1995… Pierce Brosnan stepped into the role of James Bond, the Britpop era was at its height with Blur going toe-to-toe with Oasis, while Blackburn Rovers lifted the Premier League title. Meanwhile, a young Chris Fox, or Foxy as he is known to many in the club, volunteered to marshal at Sleemans corner at Bouley Bay for the first time. 30 years on – Foxy has become a regular fixture on the officials list – helping the team to put on four hillclimbs each year. We let Chris pick up the next part of the story… how did it all begin?

“I remember going down to Bouley Bay as early as 1975 or 1976 to watch, and then I used to go and watch friends compete as I got older, but it wasn’t until 1995 I started to volunteer and help out. I was doing the Jersey Rally and offered to marshal for someone for a couple of hillclimbs, who would in return marshal for me on the rally. Something I still do to this day. I wanted to marshal there as it was my favourite part of the hill, and soon after I was given more and more responsibility – and now look after the Sleemans section of the hill.”

But why was it Sleemans in particular?

“The vantage point at Sleemans – I think it’s one of the best on the hill. You are high up on the bank and you can see quite a lot of the course as riders and drivers come out of Cafe, into Sleemans and off into Les Platons corner. Somebody kindly laid down a concrete plinth for my chair and I also have a banner now which has: Foxy’s since 1995. It’s my home and I love it and I think I would be scared to go anywhere else now!

“I have only missed two events, and I have been lucky enough to compete once on a racing scooter I used to have. I really wanted to say, I had done one and to see what it was like as a competitor – I loved it, but love my place on the bank.”

Foxy has seen it all, from first time competitors to the British Championship hopefuls and everyone in between. Infact, the Jerseyman has seen all but one record set on the hill – quite impressive when you think about it. So in those 30 years – has anything stood out?

“One of my highlights was seeing Guernsey driver Andy Priaulx take the hill record. The atmosphere was incredible, and as a Channel Islander you felt proud. You could see he was just special behind the wheel and to see what he went on to go and do in motorsport speaks for itself.

“But, I think the thing I love is being fortunate enough to witness different generations from the same family compete. For some families they are now into their third generation which is very special for me.”

Now hitting the magic milestone of 30 what does the future hold for Foxy at Sleemans?

“Things have changed in my life over the years, but Sleemans has been the contestant, and I love doing it. I love the respect from the competitors, giving advice to newcomers and enjoy the company of those joining me on the bank. I am only 63 and fit and well, and will keep doing this for as long as I can keep climbing the bank – that is for sure.”

We would like to thank Chris for his 30 years of incredible service to motorsport at Bouley Bay. We would also like to extend our appreciation to every official, marshal and volunteer helping today and all season long. Thank you!

Goodwood locks in dates for 2026 Festival of Speed

Goodwood has announced that the 2026 edition of the Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard will take place on July 9-12.

Hot on the heels of this year’s motorsport garden party, the famous West Sussex venue is already setting its sights on next year, where a plethora of legendary motorsport personalities, global car launches, futuristic technology and much more will take centre stage.

Further announcements – including the theme of the event, high-profile attendees and iconic machines set to star — will be confirmed in due course.

Ticket information regarding the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed is available to view at https://www.goodwood.com/grr/event-coverage/festival-of-speed/2026-festival-of-speed-dates-revealed-1/.

Willis: The Wizard of Bouley Bay

Everything turns into magic when Trevor Willis arrives in Jersey. There is something about Bouley Bay that just clicks with the three-time British Champion – nobody is more successful up Bouley Bay. Carrying the #5 on his V8 powered OMS in 2025 – this season marks the 25th anniversary of Trevor qualifying for British round run offs. We sat down with the Worcester driver and explored how he delivers top-notch performances on the Trinity hill year in year out.

To start, let’s drill into the numbers. The Englishman set the outright benchmark nine years ago with an eye watering 36.48 seconds. Willis also dominates the stats chart for total run off wins – with an impressive 10 victories, most points amassed in Jersey and has qualified for 41 rounds and recorded points in over 90% of them. Hillclimbing legend Roy Lane is the only man to have amassed more podiums and appearances than the Wizard of Bouley Bay.

“It’s so picturesque and completely unique with the views, and paddock right next to the sea,” said an enthusiastic Willis.”Every year I come back I have a great fondness and energy when arriving at the hill. It has been good to me over the years!

Why do you love the place and why has it been a happy hunting ground?

“I think it suits my car first and foremost. My car is at a power disadvantage against the latest cars from Gould, and Bouley Bay is somewhere where you need a good chassis, good acceleration and not all about top end speed or sheer grunt, as it’s relatively low speed to other hills. You need experience with this hill to get on the pace and commit for those vital tenths. It is one of the most technical – you have to carry speed and also brake while steering and setting up the car for a corner whilst going through another.

Where did the love affair begin with Bouley Bay?

“I always wanted to win a round – never thought I could though. I remember in 2007 I qualified well and was about to warm up the tyres and the late, great Roy Lane leant into the cockpit and said. ‘You could win this’ – that was all I needed it seemed, as I took my first run off win in Jersey minutes later and with that special memory of Roy as well – it will always be a place and moment dear to my heart.

Can we talk about 2016? Do you remember it all unfolding in those 34 and a bit seconds?

“I held the record and Wallace (Menzies) then took it from me – so that gave me a bit of fire in the belly as I really wanted it back. The record run was really on the edge. I do remember it vividly – even nine years on. I came into Radio Corner way too hot, and way too late on the brakes. When I did brake, the car rotated very quickly and actually got me pointing perfectly for the climb up to the top bend. I came out of Radio in a gear too high as well, but I think the slower exit was made up by a quick entry. Apart from that corner – it was near perfect everywhere. There is more time to be had, for sure.”

It’s been one of the longest standing records on the calendar. Can we see times tumble in 2025?

“Can the record go? Of course it can. Technology is always evolving. Cars are getting more sophisticated, more powerful and more importantly more efficient at putting that power into the road. Tyres are getting grippier and I think there is a big group of drivers now all very closely matched and that spurs you on because if you see a quick time – it shows the conditions are right for everyone.”

There is more in the tank for Trevor. The OMS driver is just two podiums away from equalling hill climb master Roy Lane on the rostrum count on the most southerly trip in the British Isles. You can also bet your bottom dollar he would love to win the final run off of the day – the 100th British round to be held on the island. Another impressive milestone to add to his ever growing collection.

Looking ahead to Guernsey at the weekend – a perhaps even bigger milestone is there for the taking… “Val de Terres is another story. I love that hill – but I don’t think it loves me back. I have won everywhere else on the calendar except in Guernsey and would love to tick that one off. You have to ride and float over the pavements there which does need a car with a good chassis and is also a power venue too. In the wet or damp conditions that does help me, so if it rains I would like to be able to challenge for a win to complete the set.”

Channel Islands crossing for British Hillclimb Championship

Some of the quickest cars and drivers in the UK are about to be let loose for the second half of the British Hillclimb Championship Presented by Nova Motorsport. The Channel Island double header hosts four decisive rounds that make or break a championship campaign – as you start to see who could be lifting the trophy and carrying the number one on the car the following year after a good tour in the most southerly part of the British Isles. Jersey is first up with the fiercely steep amphitheatre that is Bouley Bay on Tuesday and the fast and flowing Val de Terres hill in Guernsey on Saturday.

Single-seaters with up to 700bhp will be unleashed on the closed public roads, when F1 meets garden path for an exciting, thrilling combination. So who will be King of the hills? With 40 points up for grabs – We take a look at who will be eyeing up the points from the island visits.

Defending Champion Matt Ryder has bever won a round in the Channel Islands, despite loving the two hills. The Gould GR59J driver who has won nine rounds this year, wont be sharing the car with owner Sean Gould this week – so the number one seed will be able to dial the fearsome four-litre machine to his liking completely. We tip Bouley Bay to be the location of the Englishman to break his Channel Island duck. Watch this space!

Ryder’s closest opposition this season is four-time British Champion Wallace Menzies – who is back for a full season and eager to claim his fifth title and snatch back the number one spot in the process. The Gould GR59M is perhaps the most state of the art hill climbing car in the country today, and in the hands of Menzies – will be explosive to watch in both Jersey and Guernsey. The Flying Scotsman knows how to do the business across the water having sealed 10 previous run off wins on previous visits – six in Jersey and four in Guernsey. Watch out too for Nicola Menzies who be eyeing further points to add to her previous Channel Island forays.

Trevor Willis is the ‘Wizard of Bouley Bay’ – there is something about Bouley Bay and Trevor Willis that just clicks. The OMS 28 might be an older car and unable to keep tabs on the newer Gould machinery on the faster UK hills, but at Bouley Bay – Willis is a major force and still holds the record nine years on. His 10 wins, 26 podiums and points scoring rate of over 90% makes him the man to beat. Will he lower the record – that will be a challenge. Can he win a round – absolutely.

Will Hall is one of the best drivers to have never lifted the BHC title. The Gould driver on his day is almost untouchable and with two wins already this year at Doune and Prescott – Hall is the person looking to extract the most from this double-header – eyeing the biggest points haul from both Jersey and Guernsey. Having won on both hills, he along with Menzies are the most rounded and can adapt to both closed road challenges..

Dave Uren is a man yet to win a Channel Island run-off, but in the right conditions could well be fighting for one if everything falls into place for the Gould driver. Scott and Emma Rayson in their little one-litre Empire will be praying for wet conditions to make it a level playing field, as will Nigel Pitt in his OMS and Darren Gumbley and Paul Jones in their shared 1600cc Force.

Jersey hopes will be carried by Michael Salmon in his two-litre OMS CF04. The local driver has been the fastest driver of the day on local events over the last few years and is ready to step-up against UK opposition. Salmon qualified last year but missed out on a point by six hundredths of a second. Can the first local points be claimed after a six year wait? This is the man to do it.

Jeremy Phillips was the last Jersey driver to score on home soil back in 2019 in his massive 6.2-litre Gould GR37, and could well throw his hat into the ring if it’s dry. As could Michael’s brother Alex – who is sharing the beastly Gould with Phillips, as he prepares to battle his brother and for his first point on his first BHC round in a top car with a great deal of enthusiasm.

Glyn Moignard will also be eyeing his first BHC points in his 1600cc OMS while Father Barry Moignard – who has been campaigning a V8 Skoda for over 30 years jumps into a OMS single-seater – with locals looking forward to seeing how he gets on, on his first attempt.

Andy Bougourd and Nick Saunders are the two favourites from Guernsey. Both will be using Bouley Bay as warm-up to their home hill Val de Terres, where both will be working towards big points hauls – taking away points from the mainlanders, and in the right circumstances would challenge for a top five or even higher. Wouldn’t that be a treat for the home crowd!

The Jersey round at Bouley Bay will be held on a Tuesday for the first time with the first Channel Island leg on Tuesday 15h July, with the Guernsey round at Val des Terres on Saturday 19th July.

We wish everyone involved in the British Hillclimb Championship a safe and successful second half of the season.

TOCA to operate and promote BTCC through 2031

Motorsport UK and BARC (TOCA) Limited have today (10 July) announced the extension of its current agreement, with TOCA now contracted to operate and promote the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) through to the end of 2031.

The most recent and ongoing reappointment by Motorsport UK – the governing body of UK motorsport – will see TOCA continue to organise and promote the championship beyond the conclusion of the current contract, which ends in 2026. This new term ensures the continuation of that agreement for another five years, through to the end of 2031.

Running since 1958, the BTCC is the third oldest motorsport championship in the world, with only Formula 1 and NASCAR boasting longer histories in the sport. In the modern era, the BTCC welcomes up to 40,000 spectators each weekend, enjoys live free to air UK television coverage on the ITV network and is streamed live across the globe.

Now, thanks to this latest announcement, TOCA – one of the longest standing and renowned motorsport operators and promotors in the world – can continue to plan and invest in the long-term strategy for the UK’s most popular and competitive motorsport championship.

Alan Gow, BTCC Chief Executive, said: “This agreement is important for the sustained growth of the championship. The BTCC has been in safe hands for many years and this continuity of the commitment between TOCA and Motorsport UK ensures enduring stability for all our teams and stakeholders.

“As well, it enables us to commit to our updated technical regulations for 2027 and beyond, which will be released later this month, as well as all the other important elements in order to ensure the continued success and vibrancy of the BTCC.”

David Richards CBE, Chair of Motorsport UK, commented: “The British Touring Car Championship is one of the oldest, most popular and competitive motorsport championships in the world.

“TOCA have been wonderful custodians of the BTCC, utilising their expertise and know-how to operate and promote the championship with the highest of standard.

“Motorsport UK is delighted to confirm TOCA’s operation of the BTCC through to 2031 and we look forward to continuing and growing our partnership.”

Goodwood kick starts fortnight of hillclimbing for BARC

Give me Goodwood on a summer’s day and you can forget the rest. Words spoken by the late, great Roy Salvadori.

Those ring true for the British Automobile Racing Club as we support one of the biggest motoring events in the world – the Goodwood Festival of Speed this week.

The BARC provide sporting and administration support to the world famous hillclimb which runs across four days in the idyllic West Sussex Countryside.

The Festival of Speed whets the appetite for hillclimb fans as the British Hillclimb Championship reignites its second half of the season next week with four rounds in one week.

When is the next BARC weekend?
This weekend – 10-13 July

Where are the events being held?

Goodwood – Festival of Speed
Address: Kennel Hill, Chichester PO18 0PX

What is racing this weekend?

F1 cars to Rally Cars, Touring Cars to the pinnacle of Le Mans – there is so much to see with automotive history spanning over 125 years present. Here’s how you can follow the action.

Look out for the timed shootout on Sunday afternoon as cars from all disciplines and all eras go head-to-head for the honour of Fastest Time of the Day (FTD).

Can I watch in person?

Sadly it’s a hot ticket with tickets sold out for the 2025 event. If you have never been we recommend you register your interest for 2026 at www.goodwood.com/motorsport/festival-of-speed/tickets-and-packages/ to keep up with the latest news and ticket windows

But fear not…

How can I watch at home?

The hillclimb action as well as features, interviews and showcases will be shown on the comprehensive live stream across all four days on the Goodwood Road Racing Channel – right here – www.youtube.com/@GoodwoodRR

What time are things happening on track?

Action begins on the hill at 08:30 on each day with hill action set to finish by 18:30 each day.

Do you have any more information?

We have a few other handy links that might be useful to help you enjoy your weekend. Wherever you are!

Live Timing: https://www.tsl-timing.com/event/252866
Timetable*: www.goodwood.com/motorsport/festival-of-speed/plan-your-day/timetable/
Live Stream: www.youtube.com/@GoodwoodRR

* Subject to adjustments prior and during the race meeting

Glorious Goodwood – Top 5 things you need to do at the Festival of Speed

The British Grand Prix, Wimbledon and now the Goodwood Festival of Speed – you well and truly know it’s the height of British summer. Now in its 32nd year, the Festival of Speed, hosted by the Duke of Richmond in the grounds around Goodwood House in Chichester West Sussex – is a must go to event on your motorsport list. There is always something for everyone. Trust us!

The British Automobile Racing club plays an integral part during the festival offering sporting and administration support to enable the mammoth four-day event to run like clockwork.

Whether you are a season regular or first time visitor, we hope these little tit-bits will help you get even more out of your weekend. Motorsport’s ultimate summer garden party is here.

1 – The Paddocks – Get in early!

The Paddocks are a real treasure trove to dive into and will leave you feeling gobsmacked or find yourself reminiscing big time. The Ballroom, Cathedral and Brooklands paddocks are situated either side of the main house and in our opinion should be one of the first places to visit. The Festival can get very busy – particularly on the weekend. Car Parks open at 06:30 and Gates open at 07:00 – if you can get there for then – do it. The Paddocks are fairly quiet when the festival opens. Head to the Main Ballroom one first and then explore the others on the other side of the house.

There is always something that takes your breath away. Perhaps you have never seen a car like it in person, or you stumble upon a car that you remember in a period that brings back wonderful memories. Going early enables you to take photos without many people around and are likely to find team members or car owners who will only be too happy to chat about the car or bike they are working on as its not too busy for them yet. You might even spot a famous driver or two milling around at the same time as they look to beat the crowds too for a look around. After all, they are fans of the sport as well!

2 – The Hillclimb

The cars you have seen up close – most will take to the hill for at least one run during the day. The total running order is massive, it’s colossal – longer than any other hillclimb event in the UK. If you want to see it all – you won’t be disappointed but it’s over half a day, but if you are into a particular section of cars, F1, Touring, Le Mans, Rallying – have a look online or keep an eye on the big screens as they show up the latest running order for that day. Find a spot in good time – perhaps a batch or two before your one so you can guarantee a good spot. A particular favourite of ours is the free to stand viewing terrace on the inside of turn one and two – giving you a chance to hear the cars reverberate between the trees over your left shoulder before bursting into view. You will get to see those who are committed, those who are going for a time or those who are out to entertain!

Our hot picks for 2025 that we are looking forward to. The sound of Le Mans comes to the Goodwood Estate – the bark of the deep, V8 Cadillac from Hertz Team JOTA will be pitched alongside the thunderous V12 of the Aston Martin Valkyrie LMH Hyperpar.

The Audi 90 Quattro from the IMSA series complete with chirping turbo wastegate, raucous raw of the McLaren F1 GTR and a full line-up of Ford Supervans from 1971 to present day will be something special to behold too! Whether it’s a 1907 Mercedes 120hp through to the latest creations from Gordon Murray Automotive – you won’t be disappointed with the sight, sound and smell of every era!

3 – Forest Rally Stage

If you are into rallying or not – it is well worth visiting the bespoke Rally Stage at the top of the hill. Take our advice on this one, please. Unless you are a triathlete – take the complementary tractor shuttle up and you can catch them just north of the Ballroom Paddock. It’s bumpy – but it’s fun!

The stage designed by the late, great Hannu Mikkola has it all. Fast, flowing corners to hairpins and ‘s’ bends and even a small jump. Its slippery, chalky surface makes it very interesting – in the dry or wet and you can really explore lots of different vantage points as the stage is one big horse shoe – so you don’t have to walk far to see some good spots.

A full history will be in action from the dawn of rallying right the way through to the modern gladiators in the World Rally Championship. Just be prepared for the dust if it has been dry! You have been warned!

4 – Cartier Lawn

For a more laid back experience – the Cartier Style et Luxe Lawn is the place for you. Some of the most innovative, beautiful, game changing and all out unique are presented in the Concours d’Elegance. Judged in the latter part of the weekend, the public can get up close and personal to the cars all weekend and admire the craftsmanship, design and aura.

Expect to see beautiful sixties sports icons from Aston Martin, Ferrari, Maserati and Lamborghini alongside the style from Bugatti and Rolls Royce to the more weird and wonderful Facel Vega and Invicta brands as well as a class for vans in 2025!

Speaking of design – do get up close or shall we say, get up close to the bottom of the Central Feature in front of the house. You can’t miss it! Always a closely guarded secret as to what it will look like each year – this year the monument will celebrate 60 years of Gordon Murray and his iconic designs. Some of our favourites in the past include the symbolic 1997 nod to Ferrari, the water misting display from Ford in 2023 and the 2005 counterbalancing act to celebrate the involvement of Honda in F1.

5 – Timed Shootout

Finally the timed shootout on Sunday is something to behold. If you are there on Sunday, watch it. If you are at home on Sunday – watch it online. Anything and everything takes part, and in true hillclimbing fashion, the slowest time set in the practice runs, run up the hill first with the running order getting faster and faster. The outright hill record sits at a 39.081 by Max Chilton in the electric McMurtry Spéirling. The time might not be beaten this year, but you get to see some proper cars being driven in anger – as they were designed – gunning for a time. Last year James Wallis in a Porsche 911 GT3 Cup car, Scott Speed in the ‘Project Midnight’ Subaru WRX and Romain Dumas in the electric Ford Transit Supervan 4.2 all went head-to-head with Dumas in the van eventually sealing the FTD with a 43.99 seconds!

An event at Goodwood never fails to disappoint, and as Roy Salvadori so eloquently put it many years ago – Give me Goodwood on a summer’s day and you can forget the rest.

Simon Lambert appointed BARC Sporting Director

The British Automobile Racing Club is delighted to announce that Simon Lambert has been appointed to the role of BARC Sporting Director, following the departure of former Sporting Manager, Mark Turner.

Simon will lead the BARC’s experienced Competitions team, focusing on delivering excellent customer service to club members, competitors, marshals, officials and many others in a comprehensive schedule of more than 30 events and race meetings each season. He will also look at the development of the BARC as a members’ club, exploring the kind of activities that will attract a developing membership base to one of the UK’s oldest and most prestigious racing clubs.

Presently the Chief Motorsport Officer for Caterham, Simon has led and developed the company’s motorsport activities for 17 years. An accomplished competitor in his own right, with titles in Caterham and BMW racing, he has raced in the UK, Europe and Japan. As such, he brings a huge amount of experience to the role. He was responsible for the decision to bring Caterham Motorsport to the BARC stable in 2023 and consequently his personal knowledge as a customer will be invaluable in improving the club’s offering to all championships.

Simon Lambert said: “I have had an incredible journey with Caterham and I am immensely proud of what we have built as a team over the years. I am excited about being able to use that knowledge and experience to support all of the BARC’s championships, drivers and volunteers in the future. And, of course, that includes supporting the team I leave behind, helping them to continue to develop the Caterham championships.”

Ben Taylor, BARC Chief Executive, said: “We are absolutely delighted that Simon has agreed to join us and I am really excited to start working with him to shape the future of this great club. Simon brings with him racing pedigree, manufacturer credentials, marketing track record and a focus on customer experience – these are all critical to making the BARC’s service to championships and competitors the very best that it can be.

“I would like to take the opportunity to pay tribute to the work that Mark Turner has delivered in the past four and a half years and to thank him for the impact that he has had on the BARC’s competitions department. He leaves a great legacy and a solid platform on which Simon can build to take the club’s activities to the next level.”

Simon Lambert will take up his position with BARC later in the year. In the meantime, any enquiries should be directed to Ben Taylor, BARC Chief Executive.