There are at least 100,000 people who compete in motor sports in the UK, and many more that watch it. Although it may look dangerous, anyone over the age of 8 can compete in some motor sports competitions.
It's a sport popular all over the world, and Britain often plays host to some of the world's most famous races. There are now over 800 registered motor clubs in the UK, who organise over 5,000 events in 22 disciplines.
There are a number of different types of motor sport races: stock cars; touring cars; drag racing; rally and roadcross; off-road racing; motorcycle racing and karting. Each of these has a huge following in Britain, and there are competitions held in Britain for each of them, so whichever one you're interested in, you're bound to find a race in Britain.
Famous British names from the world of motor sports include Formula 1 Grand Prix stars Jenson Button and David Coulthard; World Superbike Champions Carl Fogarty and James Toseland; as well as racing legends like Stirling Moss and Jackie Stewart. Britain is also home to some of the best motor sports competitions in the world, including the Formula 1 British Grand Prix, the Wales Rally GB and the Festival of Speed.
If you're a die-hard motor sports fan, or if you just want to see what it's all about, come to Britain, where you'll find world-class race tracks, exhilarating races, and some of the most passionate sports fans you'll ever meet.
For more information on motor sports in Britain, visit the Motor Sports Association (www.msauk.org/site/custom/home/default.asp?chapter=22).