The conversation throughout the automotive industry is so dominated by talk of self-driving cars and electric vehicles that it sometimes feels as though our modest little hobby is under attack.

And yet, you might even say there’s never been a better time to be a petrolhead. The trackday culture in the UK and across Europe is more vibrant now than ever before and new track-ready cars seem to arrive every other week. Meanwhile, old track-ready cars can be picked up for buttons. It has never been easier to get involved in grass roots motorsport and if you are prepared to travel just a little, our little island is home to some of the best driving roads in Europe.

The automotive landscape is changing around us, but there is still plenty of room to play. This is your guide to having fun on four wheels without breaking the bank: