The 2023 British Touring Car Championship is shaping up to be one of the most exciting seasons in recent memory. Reigning champion Josh Cook hopes to hold off former winners Colin Turkington, Tom Ingram, and Dan Cammish, as well as 2022 Jack Sears Trophy recipient Bobby Thompson. The 2023 BTCC season kicked off on April 22 at Donington Park, and will conclude on October 8 at Brands Hatch. With 10 rounds on the schedule, there is sure to be plenty of action throughout the season.
Even if you can’t head to England to enjoy the races live, you can safely and securely enjoy the British Touring Car Championship with ExpressVPN!
| Date | April 22, 2023 – Oct 8, 2023 |
| Engine suppliers | Turbocharged 2.0 liter I4 |
| Classes | Manufacturers & independents |
| Category | Touring cars |
How to watch the 2023 BTCC for free
You can safely and securely stream the biggest British Touring Car Championship events of the year in just a few simple steps:
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- Connect to a UK server location.
- Tune into ITVX.
- Tune in and enjoy!
ITV
ITV is the exclusive rights holder of the 2023 British Touring Car Championship. Broadcasts are split between ITV1 and ITV4 and simulcasted on ITVX. For the unfamiliar, ITVX offers a wide range of sports content, including live matches from the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, and the FA Cup, all in high quality. It also has a large library of highlights and replays from past events.
2023 British Touring Car Championship calendar
You can find the complete 2023 British Touring Car Championship below!
| Date | Circuit | Location |
| April 22-23 | Donington Park | National Circuit, Leicestershire |
| May 6-7 | Brands Hatch | Indy Circuit, Kent |
| May 20-21 | Snetterton Motor Racing Circuit | 300 Circuit, Norfolk |
| June 3-4 | Thruxton Circuit | Hampshire |
| June 17-18 | Oulton Park | Island Circuit, Cheshire |
| July 29-30 | Croft Circuit | North Yorkshire |
| August 12-12 | Knockhill Racing Circuit | Fife |
| August 26-27 | Donington Park | Grand Prix Circuit, Leicestershire |
| September 23-24 | Silverstone Circuit | National Circuit, Northamptonshire |
| October 7-8 | Brands Hatch | Grand Prix Circuit, Kent |
Recent British Touring Car Championship winners
Andrew Jordan, Ashley Sutton, and Colin Turkington are among the drivers who have won multiple British Touring Car Championships in recent years. Here’s a complete list of BTCC winners dating back to 2013:
| Year | Winner |
| 2013 | Andrew Jordan |
| 2014 | Colin Turkington |
| 2015 | Colin Turkington |
| 2016 | Andrew Jordan |
| 2017 | Tom Ingram |
| 2018 | Tom Ingram |
| 2019 | Rory Butcher |
| 2020 | Ashley Sutton |
| 2021 | Ashley Sutton |
| 2022 | Josh Cook |
Jack Sears Trophy winners
First introduced in 2013, the Jack Sears Trophy is now awarded to any driver who has yet to take an overall podium. You can find the full list of winners below.
| Year | Winner |
| 2013 | Lea Wood |
| 2014 | Dave Newsham |
| 2015 | Josh Cook |
| 2016 | Ashley Sutton |
| 2017 | Senna Proctor |
| 2018 | Dan Cammish |
| 2019 | Rory Butcher |
| 2020 | Michael Crees |
| 2021 | Dan Rowbottom |
| 2022 | Bobby Thompson |
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FAQ: About BTCC live streams
What channel is the 2023 British Touring Car Championship on?
ITV is the exclusive rights holder of the 2023 British Touring Car Championship. Broadcasts are split between ITV1 and ITV4 and simulcasted on ITVX.
How much horsepower does a BTCC car have?
A BTCC car has a base of 350+ bhp (brake horsepower) 2-liter turbocharged direct-injection engine, meaning that the minimum horsepower of a BTCC car is 350, but some vehicles can have up to 400 bhp. The hybrid system that was introduced in 2022 can provide an additional 40 bhp for 15 seconds, which can give the driver a significant boost.
Do all BTCC cars use the same engine?
Not every BTCC car uses the same engine. BTCC cars use either the TOCA engine or the newer hybrid system, and all BTCC cars are eligible to use the hybrid system, regardless of whether they are using the TOCA engine or a manufacturer-supplied engine.
How fast is a British touring car?
British touring cars can reach speeds of up to 180 mph (290 km/h). Andrew Jordan posted the fastest speed ever recorded by a BTCC car in 2014 when his vehicle reached 183.2 mph (295 km/h).
Can I watch BTCC on YouTube?
Racing fans can enjoy highlights on the British Touring Car Championship’s official YouTube channel. However, they cannot watch live races.
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