The 2026 British Touring Car Championship season officially roared into life at Brands Hatch, as Media Day delivered exactly what the series does best — close competition, strong narratives, and a paddock buzzing with anticipation.

The 2026 British Touring Car Championship did not ease into life. It stuttered, reset, and went again. Media Day at Brands Hatch, doubling as the final official pre season test, delivered exactly what the Indy circuit is known for.

At Brands Hatch Circuit, a packed Easter crowd witnessed a weekend that set the tone early: tight margins, multiple contenders, and absolutely no room for passengers.

Susanne Callin and the Slick Tricks team enjoyed a strong outing, with their Top Fuel Dragster consistently running in the three-second range, although the elusive 300mph mark remained out of reach.

Dominic Herbertson leaving the Pitlane shot by Eamon Yates for Pitlane News

Preston Docks served up a properly gritty chapter of motocross action, dishing out a circuit that was as unforgiving as it was fast.

Standing trackside at Silverstone Circuit on 31st March, it was immediately clear that this was no ordinary Media Day. With over 3,000 tickets sold, more than last year, the energy was something else entirely.