Take A Behind The Scenes Look At TRAX, The UK’s ‘OG’ Drifting And Tuning Show
Dubbed ‘the UK’s OG modified car show’, TRAX has been one of the highest-regarded car shows on the calendar since 1998. Now in its 27th year, it was more diverse than ever. Here’s what went down.
Taking place at the UK’s legendary F1 track, Silverstone, TRAX brings together just about every aspect of the UK’s modified car scene in one place.
And of course, what car show would be complete without drifting at the forefront?!
Featuring the Drift Matsuri ‘Drift Kings’ competition, along with the likes of Drift Games in attendance, there was no shortage of big names hitting the track for epic drift trains.
Dave Egan called it a “privilege to drive this track” given its motorsport heritage, noting that the super-fast layout is “very fun, but you have a good bit of runoff so you can be risky, take … big risks and get away with it.”
Alongside the drifting action, clubs and show cars showcased their rides out on the track and in the paddock.
Japspeed also took the opportunity to unveil Shane Lynch’s new-look Subaru Impreza drift car, which looks… mostly similar to how we all remember it – not that anyone’s complaining!
You’ll probably be surprised by the sheer variety the UK car scene offers, showcasing everything from Euro to British builds, with a generous helping of JDM and even some (truly unique) Japanese-inspired American muscle thrown in for good measure.
If you’re interested in seeing how TRAX has evolved over the years, you can check out our past coverage here at Drifted.
After Jordan Butters attended in 2010, Ian Gratton ventured there in 2011, with the likes of FD’s very own Fredric Aasbo in attendance. He then returned in 2012 for the Speedhunters takeover. It’s great to see it’s bigger than ever, fifteen years later!
TRAX will return once again in August 2026, so if you liked what you saw, be sure to mark your calendar for next year.
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