Motor Trade

USC 2026 – Europe’s Most Extreme Modified Car Festival Hits Santa Pod
2026-07-31 10:00 - 2026-08-02 17:00 (Europe/London) | Santa Pod Raceway, Airfield Road, Podington, Wellingborough, NN29 7XA
Get ready, car lovers! From Friday 31st July to Sunday 2nd August 2026, USC – Ultimate Street Car is returning to Santa Pod Raceway, bringing with it the biggest, loudest, most heart-pounding weekend the UK modified car scene has ever seen.

What’s On

Expect a full throttle line-up:

Run What Ya Brung sessions where you can take your own car down the drag strip with timing data — thrill and performance in your hands.

Jaw-dropping Track & Drag Racing battles, from Sports Compact Shootouts to the insane X58 class.

The thunderous Jet Car run, burning rubber and blasting noise like nothing else.

Show & Shine, Live Action Arena, Drifting, Stunts, the massive Burn-Out competitions — plus the unforgettable “Flameout” fire shows

More than Just Cars

USC is far more than just engines and exhausts:

Four music zones: Main Stage, Dance Tent, Fuelers Bar, Ultimate Street Bar — DJs, MCs, light shows, and party til late. (Evening music requires a weekend ticket.)

Club camping for groups, free Thursday arrival for club campers to beat the queues, full festival vibe across the weekend.

A Trade Village packed with car parts, accessories, fashion and merch, and even a Cars-4-Sale paddock so you can buy, sell or just drool over some beauties.

Food, drink, fairground rides, pamper pods, DJs, dancers – plenty of entertainment for every taste.

Why You Should Be There

It’s Europe’s biggest modified car festival — if you’re interested in tuning, performance, styling, or just the pure spectacle, this is the event not to miss.

Whether you’re a weekend enthusiast, a car club, or a professional in the trade, USC 2026 offers networking, exposure, and plenty of chances to see innovation, DIY creativity, and automotive excellence.

And for traders and businesses, the footfall is massive — with thousands of enthusiasts, potential customers and peers all under one roof. Perfect for showcasing products, merch, services.

Tickets & Entry Info

Weekend tickets are required, as are separate racing vouchers for some events like Run What Ya Brung. Booking early is wise — parts of the event sell out quickly. Visit ultimatestreetcar.co.uk for full details, ticket info, and vehicle registration. USC 2026 is where the street scene meets the strip—don’t miss your chance to be part of it.
