NGK-sponsored British racing driver Nic Hamilton is to compet in this year’s Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship as he line-up as the fourth driver for Team HARD. Nic, who is the brother of six-time world F1 champion Lewis,  takes to the wheel of a Racing Volkswagen CC.

Looking ahead to the season, Nic Hamilton said, “I’m super-excited to be with Team HARD Racing for the 2020 season. Last year was so challenging for me, coming close to facing a reality where my career might be over was really tough. But people stuck by me, kept me focused and upbeat, and I’m now in great place to start a new chapter behind the wheel. Team HARD Racing are the most professional team I’ve worked with. They deserve a great season from me and I’m going to give my all to give them that.”   

Mark Hallam, Marketing Manager, NGK Spark Plugs said, “We are delighted to announce that once again we will be sponsoring Nic in the 2020 Kwik Fit British Touring Car Championship. He is an inspirational young man and fine motorsport ambassador who has overcome many obstacles to race in the BTCC series. NGK, and I’m sure our many customers who are fans of the sport, will be following Nic’s exploits closely over the coming season.”

Hamilton’s Volkswagen CC is modified to allow him to compete with cerebral palsy. The car in its striking new ROKiT red livery will be heading to Spain for an intense test schedule alongside the teams other two CC’s driven by Jack Goff and Mike Bushell.