Track Day News, Blogs & Reviews

New Supercar Experiences Added to Kirkbride Airfield

New for 2018, we've added a range of brand new supercar driving experiences at the popular North West driving experience venue Kirkbride Airfield in Cumbria. Ideally located just under 10

15 May 2018
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The science of slipstreaming - what is it, and how does it work?

What Is a Slipstream?

OK, so you've mastered rev matching. You know how to avoid understeer. You're now a heel-toe shifting pro and you've read all of our ra

04 May 2018
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Ezee Loader Review: We take a look at Hitchlugger’s motorcycle wheel chock

Being in the track day business, we’ve seen it all when it comes to motorcycle wheel chock and transportation systems, from DIY strappin

16 April 2018
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Now you can experience the Aventador S & McLaren 720S

New for 2018, we've added two new supercars to our already extensive garage of performance vehicles, ready and waiting for you to be one of the first in the country to experience. The bli

15 March 2018
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What is Heel Toe Shifting?

Racing drivers have a set of skills that us mere mortals simply do not possess. They hare around the tracks at incredible speeds as if it were a Sunday drive, making crucial adjustments in the blin

12 March 2018
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The Top 5 Most Popular Track Day Bikes

What are the top 5 track day bikes?

After our recent article where we revealed the top 5 most popular track day cars, The question that is on everyone's lips is 'What are th

26 February 2018
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WorldSBK coming to Lake Torrent, Northern Ireland in 2019

Superbike World Championship organisers Dorna WSBK Organization has announced what is believed to be a multi-year deal to bring WorldSBK to Northern Ireland, at the new Lake Torrent circuit.

05 February 2018
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The Top 5 Most Popular Track Day Cars

What are the most popular track day cars?

So the squabble has been raging for years as to what is the most popular track day car. The BMW brigade will say it's the M3,

02 February 2018
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What are Anti-Lock Braking Systems (ABS)?

What are Anti-Lock Braking Systems?

Commonly known as ABS, or sometimes anti-skid braking systems, anti-lock braking systems help prevent car and motorcycle whee

29 January 2018
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Who Owns Which Car Brands In 2018

A Who’s Who of Car Manufacturers

It's 2018 and the car show season is nearly upon us. Events like the Geneva and Frankfurt motors shows are the stage for manufacturers to unve

23 January 2018
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Abingdon and MoD Lyneham Track Day Calendar Updated for 2018

New year, new opportunities, and best of all, new track day dates! We've just added a whole year worth of own vehicle car track day dates for two of our popular tracks in the south west of England,

19 January 2018
Trackdays

5 Off Road and 4x4 Driving Experiences for 2018

Off road and 4x4 driving experiences are gaining in popularity all the time, with 2018 set to be a big year for big wheeled all-terrain vehicles like the Land Rover Discovery and Range Rover Evoque

03 January 2018
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The Best Of Trackdays 2017: Driving Experiences

The New Year is fast approaching and soon 2017 will be a distant memory. But some things are worth remembering, which is why we're looking back and showcasing our biggest and best driving experienc

28 December 2017
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5 Driving Experience Stocking Fillers Perfect For Christmas 2017

Christmas is just around the corner, you've done most of your shopping for the big day (wishful thinking), but you're still looking for that one last minute gift to fill that stocking... Don't pani

18 December 2017
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Christmas 2017 Last Posting Dates

We have three options for delivery if you are ordering a gift voucher this Christmas. Below is the information on the last post dates:E-Vouchers - Don't worry, we'll have someone stay

12 December 2017
Trackdays

Trackdays Christmas Advent Calendar 2017

Every day this December we'll be highlighting some of our biggest and best driving experience offers, perfect for the petrol head or adrenaline junkie in your life! Each day in the lead up to Chris

06 December 2017
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Black Friday 2017 Driving Experience Deals and Discounts

It's that time of year again and Black Friday is upon us! This year we've got a great range of deals and offers to help you get ahead with your Christmas shopping.As well as dropping the pri

22 November 2017
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The Grand Tour Season 2: Where, When, How and Why to Watch

Everything you need to know about The Grand Tour: Season 2 featuring everyone's favourite motoring trio and former Top Gear presenters Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May.Clarkson

21 November 2017
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Top 10 Driving Experience Gifts For Christmas 2017

We may still be in November, but with Christmas 2017 just around the corner, it doesn't hurt to be extra prepared. This year we're giving you a helping hand and showing you what's hot with our Top

15 November 2017
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Lewis Hamilton: World Championship Title Glory Yet To Sink In

Lewis Hamilton is riding on cloud nine after being crowned Formula One world champion for a fourth time following a dramatic Mexican Grand Prix in which he collided with rival Sebastian Vettel on t

30 October 2017
Trackdays

Five talking points ahead of the United States Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton has one hand on his fourth Formula One world championship after establishing a 59-point lead over rival Sebastian Vettel.Hamilton, 32, will get his first shot at Sunday's Unit

20 October 2017
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Hamilton has 'no plans' to kneel for US anthem

Lewis Hamilton has launched a veiled attack on President Donald Trump on the eve of the United States Grand Prix - but says he has rowed back on plans to protest during the Star-Spangled Banner. <

20 October 2017
Trackdays

5 things we learned from the Japanese Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton is closing in on his fourth world championship after he secured victory at the Japanese Grand Prix as title rival Sebastian Vettel retired. The Mercedes driver can now tie up

11 October 2017
Trackdays

5 things we learned from the Singapore Grand Prix

Lewis Hamilton defied the odds to win the Singapore Grand Prix and extend his lead over Sebastian Vettel at the summit of the Formula One championship. Hamilton now heads Vettel, who retire

18 September 2017
Trackdays

Lewis Hamilton surprised after capitalising to win in Singapore

Lewis Hamilton admitted he was left in shock after defying the odds to win a chaotic Singapore Grand Prix. Hamilton was the beneficiary of a frenetic opening corner in which his championshi

18 September 2017
Trackdays

Hamilton feeling 'empowered' after returning to top of championship standings

Lewis Hamilton hailed the feeling of leading the championship for the first time this year as "empowering" following his triumph at the Italian Grand Prix. Hamilton became the first driver

04 September 2017
Trackdays

Valentino Rossi suffers double leg break in training accident

Valentino Rossi has suffered a double leg break in an enduro training accident in Italy, his Movistar Yamaha team have announced.The seven-time MotoGP world champion will now undergo surgery

01 September 2017
Trackdays

Top 10 all-time Formula One pole-sitters

Lewis Hamilton equalled Michael Schumacher's all-time pole position record by securing top slot for Sunday's Belgian Grand Prix.Hamilton, 32, joined the seven-time champion at the summit wit

30 August 2017
Trackdays

Victories for James Ellison and Leon Haslam at Cadwell Park

James Ellison became the seventh different race winner in this year's MCE Insurance British Superbike Championship at Cadwell Park.The McAMS Yamaha rider shared the victories with Leon Hasla

21 August 2017
Trackdays

Chaz Davis makes it back-to-back wins in Germany

Chaz Davis secured a double in Germany but another second place finish for reigning World Superbike champion Jonathan Rea saw him extend his lead at the top of the standings . Race 2 mirror

21 August 2017
Trackdays

Marc Marquez stretches MotoGP lead with victory in Brno

Reigning champion Marc Marquez stretched his lead in the MotoGP standings to 14 points with victory in Brno.Repsol Honda rider Marquez started the day five points ahead of Movistar Yamaha's

07 August 2017
Trackdays

Where will this season's Formula One drivers be next year?

Formula One may have headed for its traditional summer hibernation, but the future for a number of its star drivers remains unclear. Here, Trackdays looks at next year's market, and who mig

03 August 2017
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Hungarian Grand Prix - Talking Points

A rejuvenated Lewis Hamilton heads to Budapest for the Hungarian Grand Prix just one point behind his championship rival Sebastian Vettel.Hamilton, victorious in front of his home crowd at S

26 July 2017
Trackdays

Trackdays Tutorial - How to Drift

Welcome to our latest Trackdays tutorial on drifting. Learning how to drift has fast become one of the most popular car experiences out there and for good reason, it's thrilling to do, and looks am

21 July 2017
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Hamilton revels in cutting Vettel's world championship lead after British GP win

Lewis Hamilton says the world championship has been blown wide open after he moved to within one point of Sebastian Vettel following a crushing victory at the British Grand Prix. Hamilton d

17 July 2017
Trackdays

Lewis Hamilton ponders his popularity

Lewis Hamilton has admitted for the first time that he believes his whirlwind lifestyle and decision to live away from Britain may have stalled his popularity in his homeland. The 32-year-o

13 July 2017
Trackdays

London Mayor Sadiq Khan wants city to host British Grand Prix

London Mayor Sadiq Khan believes the city could one day host the British Grand Prix.The future of a British race hangs in the balance after Silverstone announced on Tuesday they were activat

13 July 2017
Trackdays

Austrian Grand Prix Talking Points

Formula One heads to the Styrian mountains this weekend ahead of what promises to be an intriguing Austrian Grand Prix. Fresh from an action-packed race on the streets of Baku there is much

05 July 2017
Trackdays

Hamilton vows to beat Vettel 'the right way'

Lewis Hamilton accused Formula One title rival Sebastian Vettel of showing signs of weakness and vowed to win this year's championship "the right way". The two clashed in Sunday's Azerbaija

28 June 2017
Trackdays

Top Racing Tips From The Pros

We spoke to 6 professional racing drivers exclusively and asked them to share their top driving tip for track day drivers. We heard from GT winners, Britain’s most exciting youngsters and seasoned

28 June 2017
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