ThundersportGB has secured backing from Shell who are to provide every rider who scores a podium on feature race day in the GB classes with four-litres of oil – a prize worth £1800 in total.

Shell are a world-leading company has one of the highest levels of involvement in all forms of motorsport and are well known for their support of many top quality championships, manufacturers and teams.

Series boss Dave Stewart said: We are delighted to be associated with one of the world's most innovative and prestigious market leading brands.

"ThundersportGB is now being recognised by the industry as a whole for having new and fresh ideas that actually do help riders of all ages and experience levels to reach their full potential.

"Together with the huge influx of youth riders into the Aprilia Superteen Challenge and Thundersport GP3 classes, that is a trend that will continue to strengthen in future years."