100mph truck drag-racing headlines action weekend at UK Truck Show

Entertainment at the forthcoming UK Truck Show includes the return of the mighty BTRA Sprint Cup, featuring race truck drag-racing action over 100mph.

Up to 20 British Truck Racing Association teams will compete at Santa Pod Raceway near Wellingborough in Northamptonshire on Saturday 14 th & Sunday 15 th July.

Weighing in at around 6 tonnes, these trucks perform spectacular wheel-spinning burnouts, and can accelerate faster than a Porsche 911.

The UK Truck Show is an ideal introduction to the famous home of European drag-racing for any first-time Santa Pod visitors. Unlike dedicated drag-racing meetings, in the event of wet weather, there will still be plenty of action and entertainment for all ages.

Entertainment includes The Battle Of Britain Memorial Flight with the historical Lancaster Bomber and Spitfire planes, car-crushing monster-trucks ‘Slingshot’ and ‘Podzilla’ in action, 300mph diesel Jet Car ‘Fireforce’, ‘Crash Rescue’ recovery show and lots more.

Other attractions include a funfair and plenty of trade stands for all ages. For show information see the official website at uktruckshow.co.uk or call organisers Event Developments Ltd on 01775 723723.

Ex-Boyzone TV star ‘Shane Lynch’ will be appearing at the event on the Sunday to meet fans and sign autographs. Shane has a passion for motorsport, and is also an accomplished racing driver in the British GT Championships.

Hundreds of the best trucks in the UK will be on show at the event, competing in the National Show Truck Championships. The winner will receive a monumental trophy at the show and will feature within TRUCKING magazine. Entry is just £30 per truck but must be booked in advance to be eligible for judging by the panel of experts at the show. Vans and other light commercial vehicles are also permitted.

Admission is just £10 for adults and £5 for children (ages 5-15), with under 5’s free. Discounted tickets are available in advance (24 hour day ticket hotline 0870 0603798). Car parking is free and gates open at 9am each day. Family camping is also available – call for details.