The BTCC Podcast: Drivers’ Take on 2026 | Testing, Teams & Qualifying Race

We’re at Donington Park for Episode 2 of the BTCC Podcast, joined by Josh Cook, Nic Hamilton and Charles Rainford.In this episode, the drivers reflect on their off-season preparations and testing programmes, and what it took to get ready for the start of the 2026 campaign. They also discuss the challenges of moving teams, including the work that goes on behind the scenes with sponsorship and adapting to a new environment.The trio share their thoughts on the brand-new Qualifying Race format, already shaking up race weekends, with honest insight.There’s also a look back at their earliest BTCC memories, from first races to what sparked their passion for the championship, alongside their views on the season ahead and opinions on the best (and toughest) tracks on the calendar.Follow for more BTCC exclusives and new podcast episodes coming soon!#BTCC #BritishTouringCarChampionship #DoningtonPark #TomIngram #UKMotorsport