Organisers of the TCR UK Championship have announced a number of cost-cutting measures ahead of the 2025 season, which is scheduled to get underway at Donington Park on March 22-23.

In light of the current economic climate in the United Kingdom, the tin top championship has taken immediate action to assist competing teams and drivers.

Full Season Entry Cost
The 2025 full season entry fee has been capped at £5,000, providing a clear reduction from the previous 2024 and 2023 campaign costs.

Calendar Update
Following feedback from teams and drivers, the proposed overseas event at Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium on May 17-18 has been postponed.

While there was support for an international race meeting in future seasons, Silverstone now returns to the schedule on the same weekend as Spa would have been.

New Tyre Regulations
In-keeping with the cost reduction theme, the tyre regulations for 2025 have also been updated. Where there are race weekends with two races involved, four new tyres will only be required. Where there are race weekends with three races involved, six new tyres will only be required.

Testing Ban
Championship organisers have also removed the previously instated testing ban. Organisers recognise the increasing costs of providing an exclusive test day on a Friday before each of the seven TCR UK events.

Compared to test sessions already available for a lower cost at all of our venues, this provides a more affordable solution.

Stewart Lines, TCR UK Championship Promoter, said: “As we close in on the start of the 2025 TCR UK season, it’s clear that the current financial climate in the UK is causing many headaches for those who want to go racing.

“With this in mind, we’ve announced a number of cost-cutting measures to ease the pain for current and new customers. Not only is TCR UK the first step into Touring Car Racing in the United Kingdom, but it’s also designed to be an affordable step as well, allowing for those who wish to progress up the ladder to go racing, regardless of age or talent.

“We welcome all those who have signed up for 2025 so far and look forward to welcoming more customers on board ahead of the new season.”