Mission Motorsport Newsletter: February 2026
Welcome to our newsletter. Keep up to date with all latest news, key events, and other information from The Forces’ Motorsport Charity!
LATEST NEWS
National Transition Event
2 March 2026
The National Transition Event returns to Silverstone on 2nd March for its 7th successive year. Even if you’ve been before, there are some compelling reasons to return as we come together to celebrate a national asset: the UK’s Armed Forces community!
Not only do we have guaranteed 100 fast cars already booked in, revved up and ready to help guide you around the world famous GP Circuit for our Troops’ Track Day, but for those keen on E-Sports, we have worked in an exciting new zone to cater for your every needs, thanks to our friends at BFBS.
An objective for 2026 is centred around removing barriers. Data from pervious registrations tells us that families do indeed attend NTE, so this year, we aim to help even more with the inclusion of Early Years care provision (2-4 years) in collaboration with Service charity RAFA Kidz who will be providing childcare on site. This is the first time that an event of this kind has innovated this way, and we believe should be the norm, perfectly complementing our Families’ Zone introduced in 2024.
Last year, we introduced our Community Stage, and this year we are expanding the content with a series of ‘Veterans in Industry’ panels alongside guest presentations from the Cadets and a range of other contributors
Of course, you can still expect the usual staples of NTE, life-changing conversations, great brands and fast cars. 2026 looks set to deliver even more!
Click here for more information
Register today HERE
Engineering, Art, and Impact - BertoLotty Silent Auction
Andy & Lotty are the husband-and-wife founders of Weebert’s World. Andy, a veteran and former helicopter engineer, creates one-of-a-kind robot sculptures from reclaimed materials. Lotty brings each piece to life through storytelling, giving every sculpture meaning beyond its form. Their work is rooted in resilience, imagination, and transforming overlooked materials into something beautiful and purposeful.
Meet BertoLotty, a unique F1 Autobert hand-built from reclaimed helicopter parts, vintage engineering, and pure imagination. Inspired by the speed and drama of Formula One, he features rotor-bearing wheels with mahogany centres, jet-inspired engine details, spirit-level spoilers, and classic Lotus racing colours. More than a sculpture, BertoLotty is a true collector’s piece and a celebration of reinvention and craftsmanship.
Vital statistics:
Weight: 15kg | Length: 73cm | Height: 20cm | Width: 20cm
BertoLotty has been generously donated for a silent auction to raise vital funds for Mission Motorsport.
To bid, email giving@missionmotorsport.org
The winner of the Auction will be announced on Tuesday 3rd March – the charity’s 14th birthday
Mission Motorsport and Torque Agency Group Launch New Communications Partnership
January 2026 marks the start of an exciting new collaboration between Mission Motorsport and Torque Agency Group which will see improved creativity and amplification of the organisation’s communications.
Torque, a highly experienced and respected PR consultancy, has been operating in the automotive and associated sectors for more than 25 years. It has a proud history of supporting charitable initiatives and has committed to giving the Mission Motorsport team a number of hours every month for free. Activities have already started with promotion of the National Transition Event in March, and will include photography and filming, social media support and UK media outreach.
Marco Ferrari, MD at Torque, said: “We are delighted to be working with the Mission Motorsport team through 2026. It’s impossible not to be moved by what’s been achieved supporting military personnel leaving the armed forces, and we’re looking forward to bringing our industry expertise and knowledge to take that work to the next level.”
Sign up now to be part of the British Touring Car Championship with Toyota Gazoo Racing.
Mission Motorsport beneficiaries once again have the chance to step onto the grid as an official "Grid Person" for Toyota Gazoo Racing, formerly Speedworks Motorsport during the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC) race weekends 2026.
What’s Involved?
Autograph Session - Stand behind your driver in the pitlane as fans queue for signatures and photos.
Grid Walk Experience - Before each of the three races, take your place in front of the car as fans flood the track for 30–40 minutes, capturing photos of the cars, drivers, and Grid Team.
Full day experience at the BTCC Championship.
To take part, fill out the Expression of Interest form
This is a unique opportunity to experience the thrill of BTCC up close while proudly representing Mission Motorsport. If you’ve submitted an Expression of Interest form, we will contact you shortly if you have been successful in the ballot.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Banter, Brews & Cars
11 February | Three Sisters Circuit
Back at Three Sisters Circuit join us for unlimited passenger laps, with some skids on the skid pan.
Sign up here.
Veterans@Heritage – Introduction to 4x4 Driving
20 February | Bicester Heritage
This event offers a fantastic introduction to the exciting world of 4x4 off-roading at Bicester Motion. Enjoy a brew on us, connect with like-minded individuals, and gain valuable off-road driving insights in a supportive and engaging environment. Hand control vehicles will be available.
Sign up here.
Veterans Karting Championship
26 February | Leicester
Run in partnership with TeamSport, this series is all about fun, connection, and friendly competition. Join us for a relaxed, inclusive day of karting perfect for meeting new people and trying something different.
Sign up for Leicester
Veterans Karting Championship
12 March | Clydebank, Glasgow
Race on one of the largest and most challenging indoor venues for go karting in Scotland with TeamSport. Multi-level track and electric karts, it’s going to be a lot of fun!
Sign up for Clydebank
LOOKING AHEAD
March
April
Keep checking What's On — MISSION MOTORSPORT find out what we have planned throughout the year. It’s constantly updated so well worth checking regularly to see what else has been added.
FUNDRAISING
Scalextric Donates £2,520 to Mission Motorsport
At the January Scramble at Bicester Heritage, Scalextric Brand Manager Simon Owen presented Mission Motorsport CEO James Cameron with a £2,520 donation. This builds on a brilliant partnership that raised £15,000 during 2025 alongside Hagerty.
Thanks to Scalextric prizes and Hagerty’s generous hospitality, volunteers engaged the public with slot track racing while raising vital funds to support Mission Motorsport’s work.
With the partnership confirmed for 2026, Scalextric and Hagerty will continue bringing motorsport enjoyment to veterans and their families. A huge thank you to everyone involved for making this partnership such a success.
Nottingham Sports Car Club’s raises £400
Mission Motorsport is delighted to announce that Nottingham Sports Car Club has generously donated £400 to support our work.
Zoe from Nottingham Sports Car Club said: “On behalf of Nottingham Sports Car Club, I'm thrilled that we can provide this donation to Mission Motorsport. As a Club that runs motorsport events and a Speed Championship, we know the benefits that being involved in the motorsport community can bring to people. To be able to support a Charity that utilises motorsport to aid recovery and rehabilitation of those affected by military service is really special. Thank you to Mission Motorsport for all the hard work that you do!”
CAT Driver Training Charity Smiles Pot Smash & Book Sales Raises £1,359.46
In 2025, the CAT Driver Training Smiles Pot Smash raised an impressive £2,075, generated through CAT donating £10 per participating Road, Race and Track clients plus several generous additional client donations. With Jo, Colin and Kevin, Mission Motorsport was selected as one of five charities to receive support from the pot smash.
Alongside this, continued support has come through sales of Colin Hoad’s books, How to Start Racing and Your Track Day Guide. Royalties from these titles are donated to Mission Motorsport, and 2025 book sales raised £944.46 for the charity.
Combined, these contributions bring Mission Motorsport’s total donation for 2025 to £1,359.46. We are extremely grateful to CAT, their clients, and everyone involved for their ongoing support and generosity.
Thank you to Phil and Shirley of PS Images, who have created a stunning 2026 calendar using their photography and raised £250 for Mission Motorsport through calendar sales.
Thank you to Activate Group for their generous £400 donation to Mission Motorsport, made through the employee nomination scheme. Thank you as well to the mystery employee for nominating us!
Modified Ford Series Awards Night Raises £1,000 for Mission Motorsport
Rob Lewis and the committee for the Modified Ford Series had their annual awards night on Saturday and raised £1000 on the raffle for mission motorsport! The Series owner, Paul Neville said, “I’ll be honest and say, while there are many deserving charities, support for the Armed Forces has always stood out for me. These men and women provide our country with security, respect, and the freedom we take for granted every day. To serve is a life choice and it can be a life-defining experience. Although for some, it can also be profoundly life changing.
“Together with the Modified Ford community, I am honoured to be able donate the £1,000 proceeds from our raffle to Mission Motorsport, in the hope we can help support those in need, in a way that’s directly associated with something we enjoy, and in doing so, improve the lives of those that have given so much for us.”
If your business is still deciding on its Charity of the Year, we’d love for you to consider Mission Motorsport, The Forces’ Motorsport Charity. By choosing Mission Motorsport, you’ll be directly supporting veterans and service personnel on their journey to recovery, while aligning your brand with a dynamic, impactful cause. Whether through fundraising, events, or hands-on involvement, your support will make a real difference.
We’d love to explore how we can work together, email team@missionmotorsport.org
Every fundraiser, doing something big or small, makes a difference. We rely on our amazing Fundraising Force to help us continue providing life-changing recovery, rehabilitation, and transition support.
If you are fundraising for us or even thinking about it, let us know at fundraising@missionmotorsport.org
VOLUNTEERING
Volunteers Needed for Our Biggest Event of the Year: Join us at Silverstone
Our biggest one-day event of the year, the National Transition Event at Silverstone, is coming up on Monday 2nd March 2026, and we need your help to make it a success! Volunteers will support everything from setup and registration to track day activities, paddock control, and social media updates—your efforts make this event possible. If you can lend a hand, please email volunteering@missionmotorsport.org with your availability and any role preferences.
Interested in Volunteering with Mission Motorsport?
If you'd like to get involved, please complete this MS form. We'll keep you updated with all upcoming volunteering opportunities.
We truly couldn’t do what we do without the incredible dedication and support of our volunteers, thank you for making a difference.
OTHER INFORMATION
Government spends record levels to support our Veterans
The UK government is investing record levels in support for veterans, covering health, housing, employment, and wellbeing, with over 1.8 million veterans benefiting from enhanced statutory and charity services. Key initiatives include the rollout of the VALOUR system, new veteran support centres, extra funding to tackle homelessness, and £38m for veteran-specific healthcare programs. Alongside enshrining the Armed Forces Covenant in law, these measures ensure veterans receive the recognition, support, and tailored services they deserve.
Read more here
Important update for veterans and currently serving personnel affected by hearing loss
The deadline for civil compensation claims has been extended to 31 July 2026.
The RBL team can help you understand your options and guide you through the process - contact us via online chat on our website or call 0808 802 8080.
The After Study: Understanding and Supporting Veterans with Conflict-Related Injuries
The After Study: The UK’s first large-scale study into the psychological, social and sexual impact of conflict-related genital injuries to help understand long-term impacts; develop practical, evidence based support and identify and address critical gaps in current care provision. Funded by a transformational grant from Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust, researchers from RAND Europe, The Manchester Metropolitan University and King's Centre for Military Health Research (KCMHR), in collaboration with Combat Stress, will work with Veterans, their intimate partners, and experts to create practical support resources.
Find out more & Sign up here: Qualtrics Survey | Qualtrics Experience Management
New PTSD Therapy Study for UK Military Veterans – Participants Needed
The FIRST PETT Study Team at King’s College London is inviting UK military veterans to take part in an exciting new mental health therapy study. The FIRST PTSD Experimental Treatment Trial (FIRST PETT) is testing a psychological therapy called Fast Imagery Reversal Script for Trauma-release (FIRST), designed to be comfortable, non-traumatising, short in duration, and non-intrusive. This study builds on promising earlier results with ex-servicemen and women.
We are now aiming to recruit 215 veterans who have PTSD or are experiencing PTSD symptoms. Eligible participants will be randomly assigned to receive FIRST therapy immediately or join a waiting list to receive it after 24 weeks. Therapy is delivered online over 3–4 sessions, and the study will evaluate its effectiveness.
Veterans can learn more and apply to take part here: https://www.inspirewellbeing.org/firstpett-project/
