Debutant team Plato Racing has today (7 January) publicly confirmed – in a feature with Motorsport News – that it will fulfil its 2026 BTCC entry with a pair of Mercedes-AMG A35 Saloons. Jason Plato – two-time champion and a winner of 97 BTCC races – announced his intended return to the championship last September
Multiple race winner Daniel Rowbottom will commence a new chapter in his Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship career this year after joining debutant team Plato Racing for the eagerly-awaited 2026 season. In headline-grabbing news, Rowbottom will spearhead the new squad – figureheaded by Jason Plato, two-time champion and winner of 97 BTCC races –
Charles Rainford reflects on a rookie Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship campaign that delivered an early breakthrough victory, standout qualifying pace and valuable lessons as he looks to build on his debut season in the UK’s premier motorsport series. The WSR driver wasted little time in making his mark on the BTCC, claiming a
TOCA – series organiser of the British Touring Car Championship – has confirmed its 2026 Season Launch will be held at Brands Hatch, whilst Croft will host two days of official pre-season testing. Popular for its varied layout, the first official testing action will take place at Croft Circuit in North Yorkshire on 24/25 March, prior
Exmouth Beach Rugby Fest enters its 5th year! Last year, the event was an incredible showpiece of sand, sun, music, rugby and netball. Our next event will take place from Friday 22nd to Sunday 24th May 2026. Registration will take place at our Launch Party on the Friday night at the incredible Beach Pub. Locals
Hollywood star Robert Duvall has died at the age of 95, his wife confirmed in a statement. The Oscar winning actor had a huge number of credits to his career including roles in the likes of The Godfather, Apocalypse Now and his Academy Award winning turn in Tender Mercies. Days of Thunder with Tom Cruise
Brixham’s Golden Hind pirate ship shared the sudden news on social media this past Saturday, February 14. The ship, a faithful recreation of Sir Francis Drake’s vessel that circumnavigated the globe in the late 1500s, has been one of Torbay ’s most iconic attractions for nearly sixty years. Unfortunately, the Golden Hind is now closed
Boardmasters festival takes place in August at Watergate Bay and Fistral Beach in Newquay Looking for the best music and arts festivals in South West England in 2026? From Cornwall’s Boardmasters and Tunes festivals to Devon’s Beautiful Days and Sidmouth Jazz and Blues Festival, the South West is gearing up for a busy festival
An Olympic gold medal on snow has long seemed like the impossible for Team GB’s winter athletes. One hundred and two years, to be exact. But for those in the know, it has been just a matter of time. In winning the mixed team snowboard cross title in Livigno on Sunday, Charlotte Bankes and Huw
8 years ago Tiny Tim decided to go on his own adventure navigating through adult life and posting about his calls on social media. With over 250 million views on YouTube and over 10 million followers on all social media platforms, I’m sure at some point you have all seen the hilarious videos of the
