MotorSport Vision News

Brands Hatch Villagers' Day raises money for local causes

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 16:34:00 GMT

Driving activity day generates £3,000 for community projects

Brands Hatch raised almost £3,000 for local charitable causes at its sixth annual Villagers' Day event last weekend (Saturday 6 February).

The community fun day was open to anyone living within one mile of the circuit, and over 500 local...[cont]

Ellison fired up after signing for Swan Honda

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 19:01:00 GMT

2009 championship runner-up "won't let his fans down"

Swan Honda has today confirmed their completed line-up for the 2010 MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship with James Ellison joining Stuart Easton to form one of the strongest teams on the grid in a bid to secure a maiden BSB title.

Ellison...[cont]

Upgraded F2 car makes huge gains in pace

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 11:06:00 GMT

Williams JPH1B beats Formula Renault 3.5 pole time in Portimao

The upgraded Williams JPH1B has enjoyed a hugely impressive track debut during pre-season testing, with the car proving to be significantly faster than its 2009 predecessor.

2009 FIA Formula Two Champion Andy Soucek and Official Test Driver...[cont]

British squad Bamboo Engineering to enter WTCC

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 12:32:00 GMT

Vaulkhard and O'Young confirmed drivers, team eyes BTCC champion Turkington for three car assault

UK-based team Bamboo Engineering has announced that it will run a pair of Chevrolet Lacettis in the 2010 FIA World Touring Car Championship following its motorsport debut last season in the BTCC.

The squad, which was created by team principal...[cont]

Club MSV Trackday Trophy: online registration now open

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 16:59:00 GMT

Booking now available online for inaugural Brands Hatch event this March

Online registration has now opened for the Club MSV Trackday Trophy, which launches its maiden season at Brands Hatch on 27 March.

The Trackday Trophy is a new series created by Club MSV, MotorSport Vision's in-house trackday division, to...[cont]

BSB set to intensify in 2010 with new rule changes

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:56:00 GMT

Shake up to qualifying and points system to create even bigger spectacle

The British Superbike Championship, promoted by MotorSport Vision, is the most successful motor sport championship in the UK, attracting bigger crowds and TV audiences than any other national series. During 2009, 368,000 people attended BSB events...[cont]

Oulton Park enhances spectator experience for 2010

Thu, 04 Feb 2010 09:47:00 GMT

Strong race calendar supported by new viewing area and catering facilities

MotorSport Vision has improved spectator facilities at Oulton Park in preparation for its 2010 motorsport season, which will feature headline events from the British Touring Car Championship and a double dose of British Superbikes.

One of...[cont]

2010 Formula Palmer Audi calendar confirmed

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:46:00 GMT

20 races at seven premier circuits including Brands Hatch GP and Silverstone

The 2010 Formula Palmer Audi Championship calendar has been announced and will feature 20 races at seven of the UK's premier circuits, including Brands Hatch GP and Silverstone.

The championship will commence with a triple header race meeting...[cont]

Saved £20 on RaceMaster experience vouchers this Valentine's Day

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:51:00 GMT

Limited edition special offer now available

This Valentine's Day, you can set your loved one's heart racing with MSV's driving experience special offer!

Until 14 February, MSV is offering a special discounted RaceMaster driving gift voucher for just £160 - saving you £20...[cont]

John George joins Paul O'Neill at Tech-Speed

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:49:00 GMT

Sunshine.co.uk-backed team finalises BTCC line-up for 2010

The Sunshine.co.uk with Tech-Speed team has announced that popular racer Paul O'Neill will be partnered by John George in the 2010 Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship.

2010 will mark George's fifth season in the BTCC, and the 48-year-old...[cont]

Swan ignite Superbike partnership with Shaun Muir Racing

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:42:00 GMT

Swan Honda reveal new team livery and set for official launch

Shaun Muir Racing (SMR) has today announced that Swan, manufacturer of the UK's number one best selling filter and rolling papers, has become the new title sponsor for the team in the 2010 MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship.

Swan...[cont]

Justin Wilson joins DRR for 2010 IndyCar series

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 12:51:00 GMT

Former FPA Champion targeting overall honours after switch to Dreyer and Reinbold Racing

Justin Wilson has joined the Dreyer and Reinbold Racing team as he prepares for an assault on the 2010 Izod IndyCar Championship.

Wilson, who is managed by MotorSport Vision Chief Executive Jonathan Palmer and won the inaugural Formula Palmer...[cont]

Brands Hatch to host BikeRadar Live

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 15:14:00 GMT

Cycling event added to Kent circuit calendar

Brands Hatch will be returning to its cycling roots when it hosts BikeRadar Live 2010, the UK's ultimate bike festival, on 10/11 July.

BikeRadar Live is a weekend celebration of all things cycling, with activities for both road cyclists...[cont]

Manchester racer to make British F3 debut at home circuit

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 09:20:00 GMT

Oli Webb signs for Fortec Motorsport in 2010

Cheshire driver Oli Webb will make his debut appearance in the Cooper Tires British F3 International Series at his home circuit Oulton Park over Easter weekend (3/5 April), after signing for Fortec Motorsport this season.

Manchester-based...[cont]

Cadwell Park carries out major Barn Corner development project

Fri, 29 Jan 2010 14:46:00 GMT

Run-off increased by five times to make circuit even safer for track users

MotorSport Vision has completed a major circuit improvement project at Cadwell Park, extending the run-off area at Barn Corner to provide increased safety for competitors and trackday participants using the Lincolnshire circuit.

Ahead of...[cont]

Brands Hatch honours local motorcycling legend

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 18:06:00 GMT

Final parade lap for vintage racer Freddie Cooper

Brands Hatch paid tribute to local motorcycle racer and engine tuner Freddie Cooper today (Friday) as the 84-year-old received a final lap of honour around his home circuit on the way to his funeral.

Meopham-based Cooper, who sadly passed...[cont]

Brands Hatch to host 2010 BTCC season launch

Wed, 27 Jan 2010 17:22:00 GMT

Free entry for spectators to first official pre-season test

The Dunlop MSA British Touring Car Championship will officially get underway with a special season launch event at Brands Hatch on Tuesday 23 March, featuring the series' first official test of 2010.

Brands Hatch will be your first opportunity...[cont]

More Brands Hatch 2010 event tickets now on sale

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:02:00 GMT

Masters Historic Festival, Modified Live, F3/GT now available to purchase

You can now buy tickets for 12 major race meetings at Brands Hatch in 2010, as three more events - the Masters Historic Festival, Modified Live and the British F3 and GT Championships - are now on sale.

The Masters Historic Festival is a...[cont]

Tickets on sale for Modified Live Cadwell Park

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 17:51:00 GMT

Save £5 by booking advance tickets for festival's Lincolnshire debut

You can now book tickets for the Modified Live performance tuned car festival at Cadwell Park on Sunday 1 August, with prices starting at just £15 for adults.

Modified Live is a celebration of the world's hottest tuned vehicles and,...[cont]

2010 BSB grid gathers momentum

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 09:30:00 GMT

Over 20 riders already confirmed ahead of Brands Hatch

The MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship is revving up for a very competitive season, with over 20 riders already confirmed for BSB in 2010.

Former World and British Superbike champion Neil Hodgson will make his much-anticipated...[cont]