Guy Martin to star at Straightliners Speed Show at Elvington Airfield ahead of world record attempt
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Elvington Airfield, in York, is set to welcome stars of two- and four-wheeled top speed racing action for a two-day celebration of sprints later this month.
The Speed Show 2025 will take place on February 22-23, featuring live drag racing, vehicle displays, and an appearance from Guy Martin alongside the Spirit of GB streamliner.
Martin is set to pilot the machine (formerly known as the 52 Express) in an upcoming land speed record attempt, powered by a 1200 shaft horsepower Rolls-Royce Gem gas turbine engine.
The Spirit of GB team hope to eclipse the current motorcycle record of 376.363mph held by Rocky Robinson in the Ack Attack streamliner.
Alongside former road racer Martin, the event will also host a wide variety of top speed vehicles, as well as live drag racing from more than 50 vehicles along a 100-metre strip.
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But that’s not all, as there will also be runs from the ‘Force of Nature’ steam-powered rocket motorcycle – built by engineer Graham Sykes and capable of covering 1/8 mile in a just 3.28 seconds.
Those wanting to do more than just spectate can take part in a motorbike and sidecar experience, as well as monster trucks, and even a Ford Escort RS2000.
Tickets are available now, in limited numbers. Day tickets are £10 for adults, or £25 for the full weekend including camping. A weekend entry for motorcycle drag racing costs £65.
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