New to Racing? Your Complete Guide to Starting Your Motorsport Journey

Ever dreamed of becoming a racing driver? You're not alone. Like you, we once shared that same dream, we have spent our careers trackside supporting drivers as they took their first steps onto the grid. Today, we help new and aspiring racers enter the sport with confidence, clarity, and zero stress.

Starting motorsport later in life can feel overwhelming. There are countless championships to choose from, conflicting quotes from teams, and the challenge of finding the right driver coach. Add a busy work schedule or family life, and the whole idea can seem impossible. That’s where we come in.

At The Racing PA, we specialise in supporting novice AM drivers who want motorsport to fit smoothly around real life. Using our extensive UK and international motorsport network, we make entering the world of racing as simple as turning up and driving.

Why New Drivers Choose a Racing PA

For most newcomers, the biggest barriers are time, information overload, and not knowing where to start. Our service solves all three.

✔ One point of contact

No more juggling emails, chasing quotes, or organising logistics. Our drivers typically work with us through a single WhatsApp contact, making racing admin feel effortless.

✔ Everything in one place

We manage your calendar, budgets, invoices, test days, travel, race wear, livery, and all communication with teams and coaches. Your racing hobby stays what it should be: a hobby, not another job.

✔ Access to a global motorsport network

From the UK club scene to international GT championships, we help match you to the right series, team, and coach based on your goals.

✔ Cost-effective support

Many assume a specialist racing PA is a luxury but typically our support equates to just 6–10% of an entry-level race budget. For most drivers, this means saving time, avoiding costly mistakes, and making smarter long-term decisions on equipment and coaching.

How It Works: Your Path From Enquiry to the Grid

1. Initial Enquiry

Drop us an email, text, or call. Tell us your current driving experience — even if it’s none — and your long-term racing ambitions. Whether you want sprint racing, endurance racing, or track-day progression, we begin by understanding you.

2. We Build Your Test Drive Plan

After learning your goals, we reach out to our trusted network of teams, championships, and driver coaches. We compile a tailored test plan designed to help you experience different cars and series before you commit.

3. Behind-the-Scenes Preparation

While you’re enjoying your first test days, we get to work on the essentials:

• Outline season budget

• Car sourcing (purchase or rental options)

• Equipment and race wear recommendations

• Coaching options

• Full test and development schedule

By the time you’re ready to decide, everything is already lined up.

4. Turning Your Plan Into Reality

Once you confidently choose your championship or next step, we finalise:

• Test day bookings

• Travel and accommodation

• Team communication

• Event itineraries

• Livery and branding coordination

• Race entry and licence guidance

You simply arrive at the circuit, on time, ready to focus solely on your on-track performance.

Why Starting Motorsport Has Never Been Easier

Many adults assume they’re “too late” or “too busy” to start racing. The truth? With the right support, you can begin at any age.

Whether you’re a business owner with limited time, a lifelong fan finally ready to drive, or someone curious about joining the amateur motorsport community, our goal is to remove every barrier between you and the grid.

Ready to Start Racing? Let’s Talk.

If you’re interested in going racing but don’t have the time to plan, organise, or coordinate it all yourself, a Racing PA might be the smartest investment you make.

Arrange a call with our RPA team today and take the first step toward becoming the racing driver you’ve always wanted to be.