Wren moves to Fiesta Juniors as BRSCC shortens races to attract drivers

Junior Saloon Car Championship runner-up Joel Wren will switch to the Fiesta Junior Championship this year, driving a newly-built car run by his family team.

Wren was a seven-time race winner in his debut season in cars, and the 15-year-old hopes to continue that form in more powerful machinery.

“My dad and I have always liked the look of Fiestas, and they’re a bit quicker as well,” said Wren. “I just thought I’ve learnt what I can [in the JSCC]. I knew I was capable. The only reason I didn’t win [the championship] was because of one DNF I had.”

Another newcomer to Fiesta Junior will be Nathan Burns, younger brother of Renault UK Clio Cup star Bradley, who will make his racing debut this year.

Fourteen-year-old Burns will drive alongside sophomore racer Ted Potts in cars prepared by Daniels Motorsport. The team will also assist Todd Garner, grandson of sometime Ford Saloon champion Tim Watson.

Meanwhile, Olly Turner will remain in the championship with multiple title-winning team Jamsport, which will also field returnee Alfie Glenie.

The BRSCC insists it is still committed to Fiesta Junior despite the category struggling for numbers last year.

The series, which has often had small grids, particularly struggled during 2018 with its largest entry being 10 cars.

It has decided to reduce the length of the races from 20 to 15 minutes in a bid to help improve driving standards and attract more entries.