As autumn draws the curtain on the track racing season, it is the perfect moment to start dreaming about next year’ s motorsport journey. Where will your next adventure take you— and how will you get there?

Many members enjoy the challenges of autoSOLO and autotesting – these are some of the best club-based motorsport events – however, if the thought of taking your car circuit racing is the next logical step, then you will need to make some modifications.

“ The best piece of advice is to start by deciding what championship or series you want to race in and then talk to the organisers. Every championship has an appointed scrutineer who will be the‘ go-to’ expert for those cars, and there are also competitor groups and forums where you can seek advice on any questions you may have.”

Compliance with safety standards is non-negotiable. All circuit racing run by Motorsport UK, aside from some historic vehicles, requires a set of core safety features that includes a roll cage,

Turning your everyday road car into a race-ready machine isn’ t just a mechanical makeover— it’ s a full-on transformation. From meeting strict safety standards to complying with championship regulations, the process demands more than just speed. Reliability, rule compliance, and safety are the pillars of a successful build.

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Before turning a wheel, understanding and meeting these requirements, and those of the specific series you plan to enter, is essential. Motorsport UK Technical Manager Michael Duncan advises:“ The National Competition Rules( NCR) provide a baseline minimum safety specification, and then the clubs and championships stipulate their own regulations in addition to that.

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City Cars, like these C1s, offer close racing and a basic road car platform to build on

Revolution- November 2025