description RAC Tourist Trophy Overview
The RAC Tourist Trophy is a British motor-racing trophy and historic race title associated with the Royal Automobile Club. The trophy dates to a car race held on the Isle of Man in 1905, and later editions were staged at different circuits and under several racing series, including sports-car and touring-car competition. The name is relevant to readers studying the history of British and international road racing rather than to one permanent venue.
help RAC Tourist Trophy FAQ
When was the RAC Tourist Trophy first held?
The first RAC Tourist Trophy took place on the Isle of Man in 1905. John Napier won that event in an 18-horsepower Arrol-Johnston.
Is the RAC Tourist Trophy the same as the Isle of Man TT?
No. The RAC Tourist Trophy began as a four-wheel automobile race, while the Isle of Man TT is best known for motorcycle racing and began its motorcycle Tourist Trophy events in 1907.
Where has the RAC Tourist Trophy been held?
After its Isle of Man years, the event moved among British venues including the Ards circuit, Donington Park, Goodwood, Aintree, Brands Hatch, and Silverstone. Its history includes sports cars, touring cars, and endurance cars.
What does RAC mean in RAC Tourist Trophy?
RAC refers to the Royal Automobile Club, which awarded the Tourist Trophy to the winner of a major British motor race. The trophy itself is made of 18-carat gold and is based on a sculpture of Hermes.
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