# Restart Racing ## Posts - [Independent Champion Lloyd Returns to Restart Racing for Remainder of 2026 BTCC Season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/independent-champion-lloyd-returns-to-restart-racing-for-remainder-of-2026-btcc-season/): Restart Racing is delighted to confirm that reigning BTCC Independent Drivers’ Champion Dan Lloyd will return to the team for the remainder of the 2026 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season. Lloyd will be back behind the wheel of the Hyundai i30 N Fastback from the next round at Donington Park GP, reuniting with Chris Smiley and the team with which he enjoyed a hugely successful 2025 campaign. The return brings a familiar face back to Restart Racing. Lloyd played a central role in the team’s breakthrough season last year, claiming its first outright BTCC victory with a memorable […] - [Restart Racing Confirms James Dorlin Departure](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-confirms-james-dorlin-departure/): Restart Racing can confirm that James Dorlin will leave the team ahead of the next round of the 2026 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship. James joined Restart Racing at the beginning of the 2026 campaign, taking the wheel of the #132 Hyundai i30 Fastback N alongside Chris Smiley. During his time with the team, James has shown the pace and ability that has earned him a strong reputation throughout British motorsport, delivering a number of impressive performances during the first half of the season. Among the highlights was Jack Sears Trophy success at Brands Hatch, followed by his strongest […] - [Restart Racing battle through dramatic Knockhill race day](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-battle-through-dramatic-knockhill-race-day/): Restart Racing battled through a dramatic day of mixed conditions at Knockhill, with Chris Smiley and James Dorlin overcoming several setbacks to conclude the weekend with a double points finish. The team entered Sunday encouraged by its strongest qualifying performance of the 2026 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season. Chris secured fourth in Saturday’s Race to Pole, while James demonstrated promising pace before contact dropped him from the top eight to 15th. A heavy downpour shortly before Race One transformed the circuit, leaving standing water, limited visibility and treacherous conditions for the opening race. The whole grid, including both […] - [Smiley secures season-best qualifying result for Restart Racing at Knockhill](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/smiley-secures-season-best-qualifying-result-for-restart-racing-at-knockhill/): Restart Racing produced its strongest qualifying performance of the 2026 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season as Chris Smiley secured fourth in the Race to Pole at Knockhill. Introduced for the 2026 season, the Saturday format continues to see the conventional qualifying session determine the starting order for a 17-lap Race to Pole, with the finishing positions from that contest setting the grid for Sunday’s opening race. Conditions at the Scottish circuit were considerably cooler than those experienced at Thruxton, while light rain during the Race to Pole created a further challenge for the drivers. However, the drizzle was […] - [Restart Racing enjoy two Independents' victories at Thruxton](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-enjoy-two-independents-victories-at-thruxton/): Thruxton welcomed the Restart Racing squad for Rounds 13, 14, and 15 of the 2026 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season, on a Sunday which saw a standout haul of two Independents’ victories and the Jack Sears Trophy for James Dorlin. While Sunday’s weather started with a shower of rain, spirits were high following a solid Saturday where the Restart Racing Hyundai i30N Fastback’s pace was evident. Chris and James started the day with a 1-2 in Free Practice, and gave themselves a good platform for Sunday’s racing with 12th and 10th-place finishes in the Race to Pole. By […] - [Restart Racing produce solid Thruxton Saturday](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-produce-solid-thruxton-saturday/): Restart Racing produced solid pace and displayed plenty of potential on Saturday at Thruxton, with Chris Smiley and James Dorlin claiming a 1-2 in Free Practice and strong starting positions for Sunday’s Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship racing. Clear skies met the BTCC paddock as they started their Saturday at the fastest circuit in the UK, with Hampshire’s 2.35-mile circuit demanding maximum focus for drivers and teams alike. Due to Thruxton’s tyre-shredding reputation, the weekend sees teams required to adapt to a different-than-usual set of tyre regulations that mandate hard tyres in all racing situations. Saturday morning’s Free Practice […] - [Reminder: 2027 BTCC schedule announced](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/reminder-2027-btcc-schedule-announced/): Thanks to the close cooperation of TOCA, ITV and the venues the 2027 schedule was released on the opening day of the 2026 season, giving teams, drivers, fans and all stakeholders almost 12 months to plan ahead. The early confirmation continues TOCA’s trend of leading the way among major championships and also allows other series to organise their schedules around the UK’s premier motorsport spectacle. The 2027 BTCC season will commence at the Donington Park National circuit, before visiting the Brands Hatch Indy layout and then Snetterton in May.  Oulton Park will remain as the fourth event of the season […] - [Restart Racing battle hard to secure points at Oulton Park](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-battle-hard-to-secure-points-at-oulton-park/): Restart Racing battled through a challenging race day at Oulton Park to secure three points finishes with Chris Smiley, while James Dorlin fought back from a difficult weekend to salvage points in the final race of the day. The fourth round of the 2026 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship saw the team head to Oulton Park in Cheshire, with mixed weather conditions and a large difference between the soft and hard tyre compounds adding an extra layer of strategy across the weekend. Both drivers had shown encouraging pace on Saturday, with Chris Smiley finishing third in the only free […] - [Restart Racing push forward after mixed Saturday at Oulton Park](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-push-forward-after-mixed-saturday-at-oulton-park/): Restart Racing showed strong race pace on a mixed Saturday at Oulton Park, with Chris Smiley and James Dorlin both recovering from a frustrating qualifying session to move forward in the Race to Pole ahead of Sunday’s three Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship races. The fourth round of the 2026 BTCC season saw the team travel to Oulton Park in Cheshire, with mixed weather conditions greeting the field on Saturday morning. After a cold and damp start to the day, the rain eased in time for the only free practice session of the weekend, with conditions drying enough for […] - [Restart Racing battle through Snetterton heat to secure strong points finish](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-battle-through-snetterton-heat-to-secure-strong-points-finish/): Restart Racing ended a hot and demanding Snetterton race day with a strong top-four finish for Chris Smiley, while James Dorlin was left to rue what might have been after showing encouraging pace across the weekend. The third round of the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship saw the team travel to the Norfolk circuit for Rounds 7, 8 and 9 of the 2026 season, with race day conditions proving particularly challenging as air temperatures reached 29 degrees. With soft, medium tyres in use across the weekend, strategy and tyre management were always set to play a key role come […] - [Restart Racing show strong pace on promising Snetterton Saturday](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-show-strong-pace-on-promising-snetterton-saturday/): Restart Racing showed encouraging pace on a promising Saturday at Snetterton, with both cars running inside the top ten in Free Practice before James Dorlin and Chris Smiley secured strong starting positions for Sunday’s opening Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship race. The Norfolk circuit welcomed the BTCC paddock with hot and dry conditions, setting the tone for what is expected to be a demanding race day on Sunday. With the soft, medium and hard tyres all in play across the weekend, and each driver required to use all three compounds across Sunday’s three races, strategy is set to play […] - [Restart Racing Secures Jack Sears Trophy in Dramatic Brands Hatch Race Day](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-secures-jack-sears-trophy-in-dramatic-brands-hatch-race-day/): The team returned to Brands Hatch Indy Circuit for Sunday’s race day at Round 2 of the 2026 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship, delivering a weekend of bumper-to-bumper action, recovery drives and a standout Jack Sears Trophy victory for James. Following a challenging Saturday under the new ‘Race to Pole’ format, both drivers lined up for Sunday’s three races with work to do. Weather conditions added further complexity, with heavy cloud cover throughout the day and intermittent rain creating tricky, ever-changing track conditions. Race one was run on the soft tyre, with light rain falling on the grid before […] - [Strong Pace Shown on Eventful Opening Day at Brands Hatch Indy](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/strong-pace-shown-on-eventful-opening-day-at-brands-hatch-indy/): The second round of the 2026 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship got underway at Brands Hatch Indy Circuit today, with Restart Racing showing promising pace despite a challenging and disrupted Saturday under the series’ new ‘Race to Pole’ format. With just one Free Practice session available across the day, track time was limited from the outset. Chris Smiley made the most of the session to finish 9th, while James Dorlin was unable to take part after suffering an engine failure on his out lap, forcing the team into a rapid turnaround ahead of qualifying. Following the split qualifying sessions, […] - [Restart Racing Confirms Max Edmundson as Development Driver for 2026](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-confirms-max-edmundson-as-development-driver-for-2026/): Restart Racing is pleased to confirm that Max Edmundson will continue with the team as Development Driver for the 2026 season. Edmundson remains an important part of the Restart Racing programme, continuing to build his experience within the BTCC environment while developing his own racing career alongside the team. Following a standout 2025 campaign in the MINI CHALLENGE, Edmundson secured multiple race victories on his way to finishing as Vice Champion, whilst also claiming the Rookie Championship in an impressive debut season. He has carried that momentum into 2026, making a strong start to the season at Donington Park, where […] - [Top Ten Finish Caps Hard-Fought Opening Weekend at Donington Park](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/top-ten-finish-caps-hard-fought-opening-weekend-at-donington-park/): Restart Racing completed the opening round of the 2026 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship at Donington Park, rounding out a challenging but promising weekend with a strong top ten finish in the final race. Following Saturday’s introduction of the new ‘Race to Pole’ format, Chris and James lined up 15th and 16th respectively for Sunday’s opening race, leaving both drivers with work to do on race day. Race day itself was dry, bright and windy, with both cars starting on the medium tyre for the opening encounter. Chris held position through the early stages, whilst James dropped back slightly […] - [A tough Battle In First-Ever ‘Race to Pole’ Qualifying at Donington Park](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/a-tough-battle-in-first-ever-race-to-pole-qualifying-at-donington-park/): The 2026 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship got underway at Donington Park today, marking the debut of the all-new Saturday ‘Race to Pole’ format, with the team fighting hard across a dramatic opening day. Following the weekend’s sole Free Practice session, a qualifying session that was split into two 15-minute groups, determined the grid for the inaugural ‘Race to Pole’, which would in turn set the starting order for Sunday’s opening race. Chris qualified 11th, narrowly missing out on the top 10, while James lined up 18th after a really close session, having lost his final lap due to […] - [Restart Racing announce new partnership with Escapade as 2026 season begins](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-announce-new-partnership-with-escapade-as-2026-season-begins/): Fresh from securing the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship Independent Teams’ title, Restart Racing have confirmed a new partnership with Escapade for the upcoming season. The deal will see Escapade branding feature on the screen headers of both Restart Racing cars throughout the 2026 campaign. Escapade delivers design-led residences, social clubhouses and immersive hospitality spaces, with its first edition located trackside at the iconic Silverstone Circuit. Expansion to Spa-Francorchamps was announced in January 2026, ahead of a planned opening in 2028. Pete Jones, Team Principal of Restart Racing, said:“We’re thrilled to welcome Escapade to the team. Their approach […] - [Restart Racing Signs James Dorlin for 2026 BTCC Season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-signs-james-dorlin-for-2026-btcc-season/): Restart Racing has confirmed that James Dorlin will join the team for the 2026 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season, taking the wheel of the Hyundai i30 Fastback N previously driven by Independent Drivers’ Champion Dan Lloyd. The move brings one of the championship’s promising young drivers into the reigning Independent Teams’ champions. Dorlin will drive the #132 entry as Restart Racing looks to build on its most successful BTCC campaign to date. The 26-year-old impressed during the 2025 season, delivering multiple appearances in the Q3 qualifying shootout and securing four top ten finishes before his campaign was unfortunately […] - [Restart Racing Extend Torq Racewear Partnership into Fourth Season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-extend-torq-racewear-partnership-into-fourth-season/): Restart Racing are pleased to confirm the extension of its partnership with Torq Racewear for a fourth consecutive season, continuing a successful collaboration that has run across both TCR UK and the British Touring Car Championship. Having worked with Torq since the team’s debut campaign, Restart Racing has remained with the British brand due to the quality of its racewear and consistent service. The 2026 season will see the team once again outfitted in Torq’s Superlight race suits, designed to combine comfort, durability, and performance at the highest level of touring car racing. Over the past 18 months, Torq has […] - [BTCC Qualifying Race regulations ratified](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/btcc-qualifying-race-regulations-ratified/): Original article – BTCC.net TOCA – organiser of the British Touring Car Championship – has ratified the full regulations surrounding the recently announced BTCC Qualifying Race, set to be introduced from the 2026 season. The final classification of each Qualifying Race on Saturday will determine the grid positions for Sunday’s opening contest, whilst significant Drivers’ Championship points have also been made available as part of this innovative development. A general overview of the Saturday format is provided below: Pos 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Pts 10 9 8 7 6 […] - [Championship Glory: Restart Racing’s Breakthrough BTCC Season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/championship-glory-restart-racings-breakthrough-btcc-season/): The 2025 British Touring Car Championship season will be remembered as the year Restart Racing proved its BTCC credentials. Across ten intense rounds, the team battled through highs, heartbreaks, and history-making moments to claim both the Independent Teams’ Championship and the Independent Drivers’ Championship, with Dan Lloyd securing the title and Chris Smiley finishing third. It was a season that had everything: the team’s first ever overall podium, its maiden BTCC race win, and a pair of drivers who refused to back down from round 1 to 30. The story began back in April at Donington Park, where Restart Racing […] - [BTCC introduces Qualifying race from 2026](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/btcc-introduces-qualifying-race-from-2026/): Original Article from BTCC.netSaturday qualifying race to set grid for Sunday opener Following discussions at the annual end-of-season meeting between TOCA – organiser of the British Touring Car Championship – and its competing teams, it has today (24 October) been announced that there will be a Qualifying race for all cars on the Saturday afternoon at each race weekend. The final classification of this race, the culmination of the separate free practice and qualifying sessions on Saturday, will determine the grid positions for Sunday’s opening contest. It will be streamed LIVE in the UK and across the globe via the […] - [Double Title Glory for Restart Racing as Lloyd Clinches Independent Crown at Brands Hatch](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/double-title-glory-for-restart-racing-as-lloyd-clinches-independent-crown-at-brands-hatch/): Restart Racing capped off a landmark British Touring Car Championship season in style at Brands Hatch, securing both the Independent Teams’ and Independent Drivers’ Championships after a tense and hard-fought season finale on the Grand Prix circuit. Heading into the weekend, all eyes were on the independent battle, with Dan Lloyd leading the standings by just five points from Mikey Doble, and Chris Smiley a further seven points back in third. With 60 points still up for grabs across the final three races, the stage was set for a nail-biting conclusion. Saturday’s qualifying session took place in blustery, changeable conditions […] - [Round 10 – Brands Hatch GP: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-10-brands-hatch-gp-qualifying-2/): Quotes from the tenth and final qualifying session of the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season. Chris Smiley: “So that’s qualifying over and done at Brands Hatch. I’m a little bit frustrated with that one, as the car was definitely better than where we ended up. Unfortunately, on my best lap at the end, one of the other cars went off in front of me, dragged a load of rubbish onto the track, and the yellow flags came out, so it wasn’t really possible to go any quicker on that run. We’ll be starting 14th as the top […] - [Emotional First BTCC Win for Restart Racing at Silverstone](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/emotional-first-btcc-win-for-restart-racing-at-silverstone/): Silverstone delivered a weekend that will forever be remembered in Restart Racing’s history books. In front of the live ITV cameras, Dan gave the team its first-ever overall British Touring Car Championship victory, before the squad provisionally wrapped up the Independent Teams’ title later the same afternoon. Saturday’s qualifying had set the tone. Dan produced his best session of the season, lining up fourth on the grid and showing pace in both the dry and wet. Chris, meanwhile, was left frustrated after a strategy call in Q1 left him down in 15th, despite strong speed in practice. But all of […] - [Round 9 – Silverstone: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-9-silverstone-qualifying-2/): Quotes from the ninth qualifying session of the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season. Dan Lloyd: “Quick recap of today, it’s been a really solid one. We were 7th and 4th in practice in the dry, so the pace was there right from the start. Qualifying was tricky with the mixed conditions, but we stayed strong throughout and ended up 4th in the wet, which was a great result. It’s been nice to show good pace in both the dry and the wet, which gives us a lot of confidence heading into tomorrow. At one stage in Q2 […] - [Chris and Dan Share Independent Spoils in Donington Drama](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/chris-and-dan-share-independent-spoils-in-donington-drama/): Donington Park GP delivered a weekend of highs, lows, and plenty of drama for Restart Racing, as the team came away with a clean sweep of all three Independent victories. Chris Smiley opened the day with an Independent win in race one, while Dan Lloyd battled through the chaos to take back-to-back Independent wins in races two and three. The Grand Prix layout at Donington is a favourite among fans and drivers alike, and as summer drew to a close the weather played its part once again. Saturday began dry for practice before a sudden downpour moments before qualifying left […] - [Round 8 – Donington Park GP: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-8-donington-park-gp-qualifying-2/): Quotes from the eighth qualifying session of the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season. Chris Smiley: “So that’s Saturday done here at Donington Park. FP1 this morning, the car felt okay, we made a few changes for FP2 and on the soft tyre, we were comfortably inside the top ten. Qualifying was a bit of a roll of the dice, to be honest. Q1 started dry, but with rain on the way, and we got through. Q2 was trickier, the track was getting wetter while we were still on slicks – but thankfully my early lap was good […] - [Restart Racing Welcomes Pro Alloys as Technical Partner](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-welcomes-pro-alloys-as-technical-partner/): Restart Racing is proud to welcome Pro Alloys as a new technical partner, strengthening the team’s capabilities both on and off the track. As specialists in alloy wheel repair and refurbishment, Pro Alloys will be supporting the team throughout the 2025 BTCC season, helping to keep our race cars looking sharp even after the toughest race weekends. With the demands of touring car racing putting wheels under constant stress, the Pro Alloys team will play a vital behind-the-scenes role in ensuring we stay race-ready throughout the year. Team Principal Ben Taylor commented:“Having Pro Alloys on board elevates our professionalism on […] - [Smiley Secures Hat-Trick of Independent Wins at Knockhill](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/smiley-secures-hat-trick-of-independent-wins-at-knockhill/): Knockhill produced another action-packed weekend for Restart Racing, with soaring track temperatures, intense battles, and three crucial Independents’ victories that swung the championship momentum back in Chris Smiley’s favour. Scotland’s 1.27-mile rollercoaster never fails to deliver drama, with its blind crests, punishing kerbs, and relentless sequence of corners. In uncharacteristically hot conditions, with the thermometer nudging past 24 degrees, both Chris and Dan Lloyd were forced to dig deep to deliver results across three fiercely hot and competitive races. Qualifying on Saturday showed promise. Chris was quick from the outset, threading the Hyundai i30N through Duffus Dip and McIntyre’s with […] - [Round 7 – Knockhill: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-7-knockhill-qualifying-2/): Quotes from the seventh qualifying session of the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season. Chris Smiley: “That’s qualifying done and dusted here at Knockhill. In FP1 and FP2 we had a few issues with the handling of the car, and in qualifying, I just lacked a little bit in the first sector. I was hoping to sneak into the top six, but P9 is still a strong place to start. It puts us in a great position for tomorrow and I’m really looking forward to all three races.” Dan Lloyd: “Just finished qualifying here at Knockhill, and it’s […] - [Mixed fortunes for Restart Racing at Croft](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/mixed-fortunes-for-restart-racing-at-croft/): Restart Racing showed flashes of pace at Croft for Round 6 of the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship, but engine issues and race incidents meant the results did not reflect the team’s potential. The weekend marked the championship’s only visit to Yorkshire and the first round since the summer break. Chris Smiley arrived leading the Independents’ Drivers’ standings, while the team topped the Independent Teams’ Championship. Dan Lloyd came into the event looking to impress at his home circuit in front of strong local support. Qualifying brought a mixed outcome. Smiley had his best lap in Q1 deleted for […] - [Round 6 - croft: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-6-croft-qualifying-2/): Quotes from the sixth qualifying session of the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season. Chris Smiley: ““FP1 this morning went well, the car felt good. We made a few setup changes for FP2 and ended up fourth fastest, so I felt like we could make another step for qualifying. I went out for my first run in qualifying and drove the car the same way I had all day, putting it in the same places. I was honestly astounded when I saw we’d lost a lap for track limits. It’s a bit strange after doing the same thing […] - [Restart Racing Supports Development Driver Max Edmundson at Croft and Beyond](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-supports-development-driver-max-edmundson-at-croft-and-beyond/): Restart Racing is proud to announce its support for talented young racer Max Edmundson as a development driver. Max will join the team at this weekend’s British Touring Car Championship round at Croft, his home circuit, to work closely with the Restart Racing squad and benefit from their expertise as he continues his motorsport progression. A Rising Star Max arrives with an impressive CV, including back-to-back Civic Cup titles in 2023 and 2024 and a race win in the 2025 Vertu MINI Challenge. His success across multiple championships has marked him out as one of the most exciting prospects in […] - [Green Light Technology Solutions Join Restart Racing as an official Technical Partner for 2025](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/green-light-technology-solutions-join-restart-racing-as-an-official-technical-partner-for-2025/): Restart Racing is pleased to announce Green Light Technology Solutions as an official Technical Partner for the 2025 British Touring Car Championship season. Green Light Technology Solutions will be delivering Restart Racing’s core IT services throughout the campaign, covering everything from cloud infrastructure and email systems to cybersecurity, backup solutions, and technical support. Their expertise ensures our team is connected, secure, and operational at all times on and off the track. With a reputation for high-quality, flexible managed IT services, Green lights partnership reinforces Restart Racing’s focus on technical excellence. Their support plays a key role in keeping our operation […] - [Podium Highs and a Wild Ride at Oulton Park for Restart Racing](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/podium-highs-and-a-wild-ride-at-oulton-park-for-restart-racing/): Oulton Park delivered a weekend of extremes for Restart Racing; a career-best qualifying, a breakthrough podium, and a storming comeback drive, all ended by mechanical issues and a dramatic crash. But through it all, the team fought on to keep and their place at the top of the Independent standings at the half way point of the season. Saturday’s qualifying session couldn’t have started stronger. Chris Smiley put in a sensational lap to grab 2nd, equalling his career-best in the BTCC and securing Restart Racing’s highest-ever grid slot. The car was quick out of the box, and the team delivered […] - [Round 5 - Oulton Park: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-5-oulton-park-qualifying-2/): Quotes from the fifth qualifying session of the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season. Chris Smiley: “Yeah, a great day here at Oulton Park. In FP1 this morning, we scrubbed all our tyres and made sure everything was in the right window. We also did a lot of running on the hard tyre, and the car felt really good. In FP2, the car felt really strong on the soft tyre, we were the quickest car in the session. It was a really positive step forward from FP1. Qualifying went really well. We were the quickest car in Q1, […] - [Restart Racing and Owatrol Renew Partnership for the 2025 BTCC Season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-and-owatrol-renew-partnership-for-the-2025-btcc-season/): Restart Racing is delighted to confirm the renewal of its partnership with Owatrol, a leading provider of high-quality rust protection, wood care, and maintenance products, for the 2025 British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) season. After a successful collaboration throughout 2024, the continued partnership reflects both brands’ shared commitment to quality, performance, and reaching a passionate, engaged audience of automotive enthusiasts. As a trusted name in the automotive and maintenance industry, Owatrol’s extensive product range helps professionals and DIYers protect, maintain, and restore vehicles, homes, and outdoor spaces. Their ongoing involvement with Restart Racing allows them to further connect with a […] - [Restart Racing Take Back Independents Lead with Strong Weekend at Thruxton](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-take-back-independents-lead-with-strong-weekend-at-thruxton/): Restart Racing returned to action this weekend for Round 4 of the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship at Thruxton, the fastest circuit on the calendar. Known for its high-speed layout and daunting Church corner, Thruxton always rewards commitment, and both drivers showed plenty of it across a weekend filled with challenges, strategy, and danger. The team arrived in Hampshire leading the Independent Teams’ Championship and just two points off the lead in the Independent Drivers’ standings. Free practice offered early promise, with both Chris and Dan showing good speed out on track. Chris then set a new lap […] - [Round 4 - thruxton: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-4-thruxton-qualifying-2/) - [Double Independent Wins and Historic 1–2 for Restart Racing at Snetterton](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/double-independent-wins-and-historic-1-2-for-restart-racing-at-snetterton/): Restart Racing continued their strong start to the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season with an impressive showing at Snetterton, the longest circuit on the calendar and always a fan favourite. Coming into the weekend, Chris led the Independents’ Championship, and the team held the lead in the Independent Teams’ standings. In dry conditions and with a packed crowd in Norfolk, both Chris and Dan showed strong pace from the outset. Dan narrowly missed out on the qualifying quick six and lined up 7th, while Chris, after a strong showing in practice, qualified 12th but felt there was […] - [Round 3 - snetterton 300: qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-3-snetterton-300-qualifying/): Quotes from the third qualifying session of the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season. Dan Lloyd: “Yeah, really positive day, best qualifying of the season so far and we were very nearly into Q3, so I’m really happy. We went well in the wet this morning too, which was great to see, and we’re in a good position for tomorrow. There was definitely more in the car. I made a mistake on the first lap which cost us a shot at Q3, which is a bit of a shame, but overall we’re still in a really strong spot. […] - [Restart Racing hold their own at the sharp end at Brands Hatch](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-hold-their-own-at-the-sharp-end-at-brands-hatch/): Restart Racing continued their 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship campaign this weekend at Brands Hatch, taking on the iconic Indy circuit on a warm early summer’s day. Following a strong opening round at Donington Park, the team arrived at Brands Hatch with Chris leading the Independents’ Championship, aiming to build on the team’s early momentum. After being quickest in free practice, Chris was slightly disappointed to qualify 11th, while Dan secured 8th, showing promising pace heading into the weekend’s three races. The team faced a strategic challenge with tyre choices, as both drivers needed to run the slower […] - [Round 2 - Brands Hatch Indy: qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-2-brands-hatch-indy-qualifying/): Quotes from the second qualifying session of the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season. Dan Lloyd: “A really positive qualifying. It’s been another day where we have made quite a few changes to the car, so we did a good job with what we did heading into qualifying. There is definitely some more pace in the car and more pace to be extracted from the soft tyres earlier in the session. With that, I think we could have had a shot at Q3, but overall, I think we did a good job today, and it’s nice to be […] - [Restart Racing Hit the Ground Running at Donington](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-hit-the-ground-running-at-donington/): Restart Racing officially launched their 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship campaign this weekend at Donington Park, debuting a pair of newly built Hyundai i30 N Fastbacks. In warm and sunny conditions, a welcome change for the opening round of the season, the team showed strong pace, fought hard across all three races, and came away with an Independent race win and the lead in the Independents’ Championship. Qualifying on Saturday saw Chris secure 15th on the grid, while new signing Dan Lloyd finished 11th as both drivers continued to get to grips with their new cars. With dry […] - [Round 1 - Donington Park: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-1-donington-park-qualifying-2/): Quotes from the first qualifying session of the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season  Dan Lloyd: “Really positive day here, I’m happy with how it went. We had some struggles with the car in Free Practice 1 and 2, but we made some mega changes before qualifying, and the car was the best it’s felt so far out of the limited time we’ve had, so I can’t really ask for more than that. “I was only 0.05 off sixth, which would have put me in Q3, so to be that close after such little running is really positive. […] - [Restart Racing Unveils Striking New Hyundai i30 N Livery for 2025 BTCC Season ](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-unveils-striking-new-hyundai-i30-n-livery-for-2025-btcc-season/): Restart Racing has today unveiled the bold new livery that will feature on its Hyundai i30 N Fastbacks for the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship, officially revealing the fresh design ahead of BTCC Media Day.  Following a successful debut campaign in 2024 with the Cupra Leon, Restart Racing has made the switch to the proven, race-winning Hyundai i30 N Fastback for the upcoming season, a move that represents a major step forward for the team as it builds on strong foundations heading into year two.  The new livery retains the team’s signature style while complementing the aggressive lines […] - [Croft Test In Quotes](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/croft-test-in-quotes/): The team returned to the track last week for a two-day test at Croft Circuit, putting the new cars through their paces ahead of the 2025 season. With both Chris Smiley and new signing Dan Lloyd behind the wheel, we made valuable progress, despite a few early technical setbacks. Here’s how the drivers summed up the test. Chris Smiley “A pretty productive two days at Croft. We had the usual first-day niggles with the car, including a few electrical problems, but on Thursday we made really good progress. I was working with my new engineer, Martin Broadhurst, getting to know […] - [BTCC to broadcast race day LIVE globally on YouTube](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/btcc-to-broadcast-race-day-live-globally-on-youtube/): Article courtesy of BTCC.net TOCA further enhances coverage with all-day-live worldwide streaming TOCA – organisers of the BTCC – has today (4 April) announced that each race day of the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season – including all support series’ races – will be streamed LIVE around the globe on the BTCC YouTube channel, with the exception of the UK and North America which have existing broadcast arrangements. This further enhancement of the BTCC’s global coverage is of course in addition to the expansive and existing UK television contract with the ITV network, which sees around eight […] - [Grosvenor Technology Helps Fuel Restart Racing Team in the 2025 British Touring Car Championship](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/grosvenor-technology-helps-fuels-restart-racing-team-in-the-2025-british-touring-car-championship/): Grosvenor Technology, a leading provider of access control and HCM workforce management solutions, is proud to announce its sponsorship of Restart Racing in the 2025 British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) season. Restart Racing, a highly accomplished team with a proven track record in motorsport, will be fielding two Hyundai i30 Fastback N cars in the upcoming season. Driven by experienced drivers Chris Smiley and Dan Lloyd, the team is poised to challenge for top honours in one of the most competitive touring car championships in the world. “We are excited to partner with Restart Racing and support their pursuit of […] - [Restart Racing and Harlequin Teamwear Strengthen Partnership for the 2025 BTCC Season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-and-harlequin-teamwear-strengthen-partnership-for-the-2025-btcc-season/): Restart Racing is excited to announce the continuation of its successful partnership with Harlequin Teamwear as the team’s official teamwear and merchandise supplier for the 2025 British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) season. Building on a strong first year together, this collaboration moves into its second season, reinforcing the team’s presence both on and off the track. As the exclusive provider of official team apparel, Harlequin Teamwear will once again kit out the Restart Racing team with high-quality, custom teamwear that reflects the team’s colours and identity. Fans and sponsors will also have access to an extensive range of Restart Racing […] - [DAN LLOYD RETURNS TO BTCC WITH RESTART RACING FOR 2025](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/dan-lloyd-returns-to-btcc-with-restart-racing-for-2025/): Restart Racing is delighted to confirm that Dan Lloyd will join the team for the 2025 British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) season, completing an exciting driver line-up alongside Chris Smiley.  Lloyd, a proven race winner in the BTCC, brings a wealth of experience and determination to the team. Having previously raced the Hyundai i30 N Fastback in 2022, Lloyd is eager to get back behind the wheel of the car and push for podium finishes in the upcoming season. “I’m absolutely buzzing to be back on the BTCC grid with Restart Racing,” said Lloyd. “The last 12 months have been […] - [2025 BTCC: New Rules](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/2025-btcc-new-rules/): Original article at BTCC.net. Heading into its 68th season, series organiser TOCA announced some changes to its latest regulations, with the headlining act in 2025 being the introduction of 100% fossil-free sustainable fuel, as well as a number of other changes highlighted in our recap below. These amendments were ratified during the annual meeting between TOCA and all competing teams towards the end of last year, a number of these rules will carry significance to both the competitiveness of the racing and costs to the teams… 100% Sustainable Fuel The BTCC becomes the first championship in the UK to adopt […] - [2025 BTCC Countdown: Season Launch and Pre-season testing](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/2025-btcc-countdown-season-launch-and-pre-season-testing/): Original article from btcc.net We close out our first week of looking ahead to the 2025 BTCC season with information regarding official pre-season testing and the official Season Launch event. The 2025 BTCC Season Launch is just over two months away and will take place at Donington Park on 15th April. FREE ENTRY will be available for all spectators wishing to attend, with the fantastic Garage 39 being open for refreshments. With two prior test days at Croft (1/2 April), also offering FREE ENTRY to spectators with refreshments also available throughout the day, the BTCC teams then descend onto Donington […] - [Restart Racing’s New BTCC Machines Arrive as Preparations for 2025 Shift into GearTitle](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racings-new-btcc-machines-arrive-as-preparations-for-2025-shift-into-geartitle/): From Street to Track: The Hyundai i30s Begin Their BTCC Journey The transformation of the Hyundai i30s from road cars to race-ready BTCC machines is well underway, offering BTCC fans an insight into the engineering precision required at this level. The process has begun with a complete strip-down, removing over 12kg of paint, adhesives and sealants to shave off unnecessary weight. Next comes a series of critical upgrades, including the installation of custom roll cages for safety and stiffness, finely tuned suspension and brake systems for razor-sharp handling, and enhanced aerodynamics to maximise speed and efficiency. A key highlight of […] - [Restart Racing Set for 2025 BTCC Season with Hyundai i30 Fastback N](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-set-for-2025-btcc-season-with-hyundai-i30-fastback-n/): Restart Racing is thrilled to announce its next step in the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) as the team prepares to field two brand new Hyundai i30 Fastback N cars for the 2025 season. Following an impressive debut year running two Cupra Leon’s, Restart Racing is determined to climb further up the grid and compete at the sharp end of the field with this proven race-winning platform. In their debut season, Restart Racing made an immediate impact with consistent progress and flashes of competitive pace. The move to the Hyundai i30s now signals a significant step forward for the team, as they aim to […] - [Restart Racing are back As TOCA announces TBL holders for 2025 BTCC season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-are-back-as-toca-announces-tbl-holders-for-2025-btcc-season/): Article originates from BTCC.net Following the entry approval deadline, British Touring Car Championship organiser – TOCA – has today (2 December) announced its TBL holders for the 2025 BTCC season. Teams must hold a TOCA BTCC Licence (TBL) to underpin participation for each car entered into the championship and a total of 24 cars have been confirmed for the upcoming campaign. Following a fantastic 2024 season, the BTCC will now adopt fully sustainable fossil-free fuel for all its cars next year, underlining its position at the forefront of national motorsport innovation and industry-leading standards. Additional rule tweaks have also been […] - [BTCC confirms further 2025 rule tweaks](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/btcc-confirms-further-2025-rule-tweaks/): Original article from btcc.net. TOCA amends regulations for 2025 season Following the ground-breaking announcement last week that the British Touring Car Championship will be introducing 100% sustainable fuel in 2025, series organiser TOCA has announced some further changes to its latest regulations. These amendments were ratified during the annual meeting between TOCA and all competing teams, a number of these rules will carry significance to both the competitiveness of the racing and costs to the teams… Engine Specification As from 1 April 2025, a two-year engine freeze will come into effect, so that no further developments can be made to […] - [2025 Season Launch and Official Test Days confirmed](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/2025-season-launch-and-official-test-days-confirmed/): Article originates from btcc.net. Croft and Donington Park to host pre-season BTCC action It has been announced that the 2025 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship Season Launch will take place at Donington Park while Croft has also been chosen to host two official pre-season test days. The North Yorkshire circuit will host its two test days on April 1 and 2, whilst the Season Launch and final official pre-season test day will take place at Donington Park on 15 April. Drivers and teams will carry out official pre-season media-related activities and interviews with ITV Sport, BTCC Media Team, Kwik Fit […] - [BTCC announce 2025 rule & regulation changes](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/btcc-announce-2025-rule-regulation-changes/): Article originates from btcc.net. TOCA UPDATES 2025 REGULATIONS Series Organiser of the British Touring Car Championship – TOCA – has today (31 October) announced some of its latest rules and regulations with the introduction of 100% sustainable fuel headlining developments for 2025, whilst the use of hybrid power has been discontinued. The BTCC becomes the first championship in the UK to adopt fully sustainable fossil-free fuel for all its cars, once again underlining its position at the forefront of national motorsport innovation and industry-leading standards. All aspects of the fuel’s BTCC test and development programme have been completed successfully, and […] - [Brands Hatch Finale Marks Positive End to Restart Racing’s Debut BTCC Season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/brands-hatch-finale-marks-positive-end-to-restart-racings-debut-btcc-season/): Restart Racing concluded their debut season in the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship with a dramatic weekend at Brands Hatch GP, the iconic circuit just outside London. The team entered the final round eager to finish the year on a high, with unpredictable weather and fierce competition setting the stage for an exciting finale. Qualifying proved difficult for Chris Smiley and Scott Sumpton, with Smiley lining up 17th and Sumpton 19th on the grid. However, both drivers were determined to make progress in Sunday’s races. The opening race of the day was marked by chaos at Druids corner, where […] - [Round 10 – brands hatch gp: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-10-brands-hatch-gp-qualifying/): Quotes from the tenth and final qualifying session of the 2024 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season. Chris Smiley: “It was a tough start to the day. I had a problem with the rear of the car which meant that we missed most of the first practice session sorting the issue. In free practice 2 we didn’t use any softs as we looked to save them for qualifying and comparing our free practice 2 times with the other runners on the medium we were pretty competitive. “In qualifying, we just couldn’t find the pace. We put the soft tyre […] - [Restart Racing Secure Best Result at Wet and Windy Silverstone](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-secure-best-result-at-wet-and-windy-silverstone/): Restart Racing returned to Silverstone for the season’s only visit to the home of British motorsport, where a weekend of unpredictable weather and intense racing awaited them. The team tackled Silverstone’s National circuit, renowned for its lack of corners and three long straights, during the ninth round of the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship. The weather was a defining factor throughout the weekend, starting with dry practice sessions and shifting to a wet-dry qualifying. Race day presented the drivers with a deluge, turning the first race into a battle against the elements before a brief respite allowed a partially […] - [Round 9 – Silverstone: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-9-silverstone-qualifying/): Quotes from the ninth qualifying session of the 2024 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season. Chris Smiley: “The day started off badly, to be honest, and we were a session behind after finding out we had a faulty differential in the car in FP1 so we didn’t really get any relevant running. The lap time we did was actually quite good considering we didn’t have the diff working properly. FP2 was our FP1 basically so we were really on the back foot and we made changes to the car for qualifying that normally we would have made after FP1. […] - [A Bruising Encounter at Donington Park](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/a-bruising-encounter-at-donington-park/): Restart Racing returned to Donington Park for their second visit this season, contending with the longer Grand Prix loop under mixed weather conditions during the eighth round of the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship. During their second visit to Donington Park this season, the weather again played its part with variable conditions, including heavy rain during Saturday’s practice and a wet/dry qualifying session. The races took place on a mostly dry track, although brief showers added an element of jeopardy to race day however it never rained enough to use wet tyres. Chris Smiley started from 14th, while Scott […] - [Round 8 – donington park gp: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-8-donington-park-gp-qualifying/): Quotes from the eighth qualifying session of the 2024 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season  Chris Smiley: Today was, I think, fairly positive. We had FP1 and FP2, and we scrubbed some tyres, but didn’t really get a proper run. We ended up in the top 10 in FP2. Going into qualifying, we hadn’t really driven the car in dry conditions yet, and the track was sort of half wet, half dry. Being at the end of the pit lane, we probably could have benefited from getting another lap in qualifying. But yeah, it’s easy to say that now. […] - [Close Battles and More Silverware at Knockhill](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/close-battles-and-more-silverware-at-knockhill/): Restart Racing tackled the challenges of the Knockhill circuit in Fife, Scotland, during the seventh round of the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship. Despite a promising performance at Knockhill, the team struggled to convert their pace into results due to a difficult qualifying session and intense on-track battles. It was the team’s first BTCC visit to Knockhill and the season’s only round outside England. The day was unusually sunny for Knockhill, which typically experiences cooler and mixed conditions. Chris Smiley aimed to continue his strong form after an independent win at Croft but started down in 17th, while Scott […] - [Round 7 – Knockhill: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-7-knockhill-qualifying/): Quotes from the seventh qualifying session of the 2024 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season  Chris Smiley: “In FP1 this morning we still had the power steering issue that we had at Croft which turned out to be a faulty hybrid battery, so it was good to get that fixed. So, because of that we sort of lost the first session of the weekend due to the issue. “In FP2 the car felt really good, and we were running well inside the top 10, it was looking good for another top qualifying session. But yeah, the car in qualifying […] - [Restart Racing Secure First Silverware of the Season at Croft](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-secure-first-silverwear-of-the-season-at-croft/) - [Round 6 – Croft: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-6-croft-qualifying/): Quotes from the fifth qualifying session of the 2024 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season  Chris Smiley: “Today started off really well when we rolled out in FP1, we had a great platform to build on from the the start and we continued to get stronger through FP2 and we knew that were there or there about. In qualifying, the first run was okay, we only scrapped through into Q2 and Q2 was better but ultimately we should have been in the super six today, we had the pace to be there. We’ve worked really hard on the car […] - [Restart Racing Teams Up with Halo By Orthene as Technical Partner for the 2024 BTCC Season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-teams-up-with-halo-by-orthene-as-technical-partner-for-the-2024-btcc-season/): Restart Racing is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Halo By Orthene, a leading manufacturer of high-quality brake fluids, for the 2024 British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) season. This technical collaboration will see Halo provide specialised brake fluids for Restart Racing’s Cupra Leon BTCC cars, to help enhance their performance and safety out on track. Halo is renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation in automotive braking technology.  This partnership is poised to leverage Halo’s expertise to ensure optimal braking performance for Restart Racing’s Cupra Leon this season, which is crucial in the highly competitive environment of the […] - [Round 5 - Oulton Park: Restart Racing Celebrates Significant Progress at Oulton Park](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-5-oulton-park-restart-racing-celebrates-significant-progress-at-oulton-park/) - [Round 5 - Oulton Park: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-5-oulton-park-qualifying/) - [Restart Racing Secures Key Partnership with GEDORE Torque for the 2024 BTCC Season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-secures-key-partnership-with-gedore-torque-for-the-2024-btcc-season/): Restart Racing is excited to announce a strategic partnership with GEDORE Torque, a leading provider of high-quality torque tools and solutions. This collaboration brings GEDORE Torque on board as an official supplier, ensuring Restart Racing has all the tools necessary to maintain its cars throughout the 2024 British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) season. GEDORE Torque, renowned for its precision-engineered tools and expertise, aligns perfectly with Restart Racing’s commitment to excellence. This partnership strengthens the team’s ability to deliver consistent, high-performance results on the track. Ben Taylor, Team Principal of Restart Racing, highlighted the importance of the partnership, stating, “We’re thrilled […] - [Round 4 - Thruxton: Restart Racing Navigates Thruxton's High-Speed Challenges](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-4-thruxton-restart-racing-navigates-thruxtons-high-speed-challenges-2/): Restart Racing faced its first-ever visit to the high-speed Thruxton Circuit in Hampshire, contending with its unique demands during the fourth race day of the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship. The weekend’s racing was exclusively on the hard tyre, challenging the team’s adaptability and strategic planning under the relentless summer sun. Thruxton, known for being the fastest circuit in the UK, presented a new set of challenges for the team, particularly for Scott Sumpton, who had never driven the circuit before. The team’s initial qualifying saw Chris Smiley start 17th and Scott Sumpton 18th, setting the stage for a […] - [Round 4 - Thruxton: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-4-thruxton-qualifying/): Quotes from the fourth qualifying session of the 2024 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season  Chris Smiley: “FP1, we sort of scrubbed all our tyres, did our homework, and built up towards the end. The car felt okay. Race pace-wise, the car felt fine, but the outright lap speed for qualifying probably wasn’t there. In FP2, we scrubbed a few more tyres and then had a bit of an attack on qualifying. We were a little bit loose on the rear, and we felt that we knew how to fix it given the track temperature. However, going into qualifying, […] - [Round 3 - Snetterton: A Weekend of ‘What Could Have Been’ at Snetterton For Restart Racing](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-3-snetterton-a-weekend-of-what-could-have-been-at-snetterton-for-restart-racing/): Restart Racing tackled their third race day in the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship at Snetterton with mixed fortunes, after another weekend of challenging weather conditions. Despite setbacks and a couple of ‘what could have been moments’, the team celebrated achieving their best finish yet. Racing at the Snetterton Circuit in Norwich, the team contended with typical British summer conditions that included drying tracks and a torrential downpour that disrupted Race 2. This was the first weekend teams were required to use all three Goodyear dry tyre compounds, introducing a strategic challenge that led to mixed racing opportunities. The […] - [Round 3 - Snetterton: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-3-snetterton-qualifying/): Quotes from the third qualifying session of the 2024 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season  Chris Smiley: “It was another step forwards for me, the team and the car. It proves that the first Q1 isn’t a fluke as we’re able to go back out in Q2 and put in a time that is competitive.” “Looking through the detail post race with the team, there are still areas I can improve upon and more performance we can extract from the car as well.” “To be on the fringes of the top ten on just our third weekend and have […] - [Restart Racing Announces New Partnership with Owatrol for the 2024 BTCC Season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-announces-new-partnership-with-owatrol-for-the-2024-btcc-season-2/): Restart Racing is pleased to reveal a new partnership with Owatrol, a leading provider of high-quality rust protection, wood care, and maintenance products. This strategic collaboration is designed to enhance Owatrol’s brand awareness within the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) audience, a target market identified as an ideal fit for the company’s innovative solutions. As a well-known name in the automotive and maintenance industry, Owatrol’s range of products offers unmatched quality, helping both professionals and enthusiasts alike to protect, maintain, and restore their assets. By joining forces with Restart Racing for the 2024 season, Owatrol aims to engage more deeply […] - [Round 2 - Brands Hatch: Restart Racing Builds Momentum at BTCC Brands Hatch](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-2-brands-hatch-restart-racing-builds-momentum-at-btcc-brands-hatch/) - [Round 2 - Brands Hatch: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-2-brands-hatch-qualifying/): Quotes from the second qualifying session of the 2024 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season  Chris Smiley: “It was a very positive day. We’ve been progressing again all day to bring the gap down to the cars in front. We’ve already gone through the data, and we know there are things we can do to bring it down further as well which is positive. “We aren’t on front running pace at the moment, but I think to be in the top 10 pace we are very close, if we find three-tenths of a second we will be there so […] - [Restart Racing Secures Performance Partnership with AIRTEC Motorsport for the 2024 BTCC Season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-secures-performance-partnership-with-airtec-motorsport-for-the-2024-btcc-season/): Restart Racing is delighted to announce an exciting partnership with AIRTEC Motorsport, a leading supplier of performance automotive parts. This collaboration brings AIRTEC Motorsport on board as an official partner, providing a variety of high-quality components designed to enhance cooling and efficiency for Restart Racing’s Cupra Leon’s in the 2024 British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) season. As a prominent name in performance automotive engineering, AIRTEC Motorsport is known for delivering innovative and reliable parts that drive teams to achieve their best on the track. Their expertise in advanced cooling solutions and performance enhancement will be crucial in helping Restart Racing […] - [Round 1 - Donington Park: A Promising Start at BTCC Season Opener at Donington Park](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-1-donington-park-race-day/): Restart Racing, the newest contender in the Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship, made their series debut this weekend at Donington Park, battling through challenging conditions to secure points and a solid start to their campaign.  With a significant delay due to intense rainfall that turned the circuit into more of a lake, the team’s drivers, Chris Smiley and rookie Scott Sumpton, had to wait to make use of their promising 12th and 15th starting positions for the opening race of the season. The first race of the day was characterised by slippery conditions and a lengthy safety car period […] - [Round 1 - Donington Park: Qualifying](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/round-1-donington-park-qualifying/): Quotes from the opening qualifying session of the 2024 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship season  Chris Smiley:  “We had a good tyre call to put the slicks on in the first part of qualifying. We had no hybrid whatsoever at any part of the session and not having it around here makes it really hard to make any progress so we knew for the second (top 12) session that it would be tough. “We’ve ended up 12th on the grid which is fine and we are right inside where we need to be for the reverse grid in race […] - [BTCC's Newest Team Breaks Cover](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/btccs-newest-team-breaks-cover/): Ahead of the official BTCC Media Day at Donington Park, Restart Racing are delighted to unveil the new season liveries for its drivers Chris Smiley and Scott Sumpton. This announcement marks a significant milestone for the team as they gear up for their inaugural season in the British Touring Car Championship. Scott Sumpton’s car boasts a dynamic pattern with sharp contrasts, while Chris Smiley’s vehicle presents a sleek design with innovative branding elements that highlight the team’s modern approach. Both cars proudly display the logos of key sponsors such as Third Millennium and SGS, highlighting the strong support network backing […] - [Restart Racing Partner with Harlequin Teamwear for the 2024 BTCC Season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-partner-with-harlequin-teamwear-for-the-2024-btcc-season/): Restart Racing is thrilled to announce a dynamic partnership with Harlequin Teamwear who are set to become the teams official teamwear and merchandise supplier for the 2024 British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) season. This collaboration marks a significant step in enhancing the team’s presence and connectivity with fans throughout an action-packed, debut season. As the exclusive provider of official team apparel, Harlequin Teamwear will kit out the Restart Racing team with high-quality, custom teamwear, reflecting the team’s traditional colours. Additionally, Harlequin will extend its expertise as the official merchandise supplier, offering fans and sponsors a fantastic array of Restart Racing […] - [1066 Competitions Join Restart Racing for the 2024 BTCC Season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/1066-competitions-join-restart-racing-for-the-2024-btcc-season/) - [Restart Racing Forms Technical Partnership with Ravenol for the 2024 BTCC Season](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-forms-technical-partnership-with-ravenol-for-the-2024-btcc-season/) - [Third Millennium to step up its involvement with Restart Racing in 2024](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/third-millennium-to-step-up-its-involvement-with-restart-racing-in-2024/) - [Scott Sumpton to race in the BTCC with Restart Racing](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/scott-sumpton-to-race-in-the-btcc-with-restart-racing/) - [Chris Smiley returns to the BTCC with Restart Racing](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/chris-smiley-returns-to-the-btcc-with-restart-racing/) - [Restart Racing confirms TCR Europe programme for Scott Sumpton in 2024](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-confirms-tcr-europe-programme-for-scott-sumpton-in-2024/) - [Great pace but no reward for Restart Racing at Brands Hatch](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/great-pace-but-no-reward-for-restart-racing-at-brands-hatch/) - [Championship-best result for Scott Sumpton as Chris Smiley shines in the rain](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/championship-best-result-for-scott-sumpton-as-chris-smiley-shines-in-the-rain/) - [Top tens, race leads, and fastest laps at Silverstone](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/top-tens-race-leads-and-fastest-laps-at-silverstone/) - [Mixed fortunes for Restart Racing at Knockhill](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/mixed-fortunes-for-restart-racing-at-knockhill/) - [Chris Smiley announces a new sponsor: Magneti Marelli Checkstar](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/chris-smiley-announces-a-new-sponsor-magneti-marelli-checkstar/) - [Chris Smiley keeps points coming on damage limitation weekend at Oulton Park](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/chris-smiley-keeps-points-coming-on-damage-limitation-weekend-at-oulton-park/) - [Strong pace shown at challenging weekend at Croft](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/strong-pace-shown-at-challenging-weekend-at-croft/) - [Restart Racing driver Scott Sumpton to be a part of the JAS Motorsport Driver Development Programme](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/restart-racing-driver-scott-sumpton-to-be-a-part-of-the-jas-motorsport-driver-development-programme/) ## Pages - [2026 BTCC Calendar](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/2026-btcc-calendar/) - [BTCC Championship Standings 2026](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/2026-standings/) - [2025 BTCC Calendar](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/2025-btcc-calendar/) - [Restart Racing Shop](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/shop-landing/) - [Shop](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/shop/) - [The Car](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/the-car/) - [2024 BTCC Calendar](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/2024-btcc-calendar/) - [About the BTCC](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/about-btcc/) - [TSL Timing](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/tsl-timing/) - [Partner With Us](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/partner-with-us/) - [Stories](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/stories/) - [Gallery](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/gallery/) - [Fans](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/fans/) - [Our Partners](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/partners/) - [About Us](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/about/) - [Terms](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/terms/) - [Privacy](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/privacy/) - [Contact](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/contact/) - [Home](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/) ## Products - [RESTART RACING 1/4 ZIP FLEECE](https://www.restartracing.co.uk/product/restart-racing-1-4-zip-fleece/): Our sweaters are crafted from the same high-quality fabric across a range of styles, offering comfort, durability, and a tailored fit for every preference. 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