[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/pre-show-bug-jam-2015\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/pre-show-bug-jam-2015\/","headline":"PRE-SHOW: BUG JAM 2015","name":"PRE-SHOW: BUG JAM 2015","description":"The original VW festival is back for another year. Exactly one week today, from Friday 17th of July, this year\u2019s Bug Jam weekend will surely be one to remember.\u00a0 Bug Jam returns for its yearly festival at Santa Pod Raceway in Bedford. Home of Drag racing, Bug Jam has numerous classes and styles of races to enjoy all weekend, these include: VW Sportsman, VW Pro and the Euro Funny Car Series. There will be a Volkswagen Drag Racing Club which […]","datePublished":"2015-07-10","dateModified":"2015-11-03","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Pre-BugJam-2015.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/07\/Pre-BugJam-2015.jpg","height":719,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/pre-show-bug-jam-2015\/","about":["BLOG"],"wordCount":292,"keywords":["Bug Jam","Bug Jam 29","Modified VW","Santa Pod Raceway","volkswagen","vw","VW Pro","VW Pro class","VW Sportsman","VW Sportsman class"],"articleBody":"The original VW festival is back for another year. Exactly one week today, from Friday 17th of July, this year\u2019s Bug Jam weekend will surely be one to remember.\u00a0Bug Jam returns for its yearly festival at Santa Pod Raceway in Bedford. Home of Drag racing, Bug Jam has numerous classes and styles of races to enjoy all weekend, these include: VW Sportsman, VW Pro and the Euro Funny Car Series.There will be a Volkswagen Drag Racing Club which holds a championship every year. From 2009 they have introduced a two class racing format; both classes are based on elapsed times. If your VW vehicle races faster than 12.99 seconds down the quarter mile you are placed in the VW Pro class. If you race slower than 12.99 seconds you run in the VW Sportsman class.If you fancy taking a few hours out from the drag racing, Bug Jam has more to offer, including live performances throughout the weekend.\u00a0 Bug Jam hosts five music venues across Santa Pod throughout the weekend,\u00a0 Venues include: Main Stage, Dance tent, Retro Tent, BugWarm and Fuelers Bar all including a variety of performances. From mid- afternoon until late night, the entertainment will undoubtedly live up to its previous expectations.Early camping passes for Bug Jam can be bought now, allowing you to set up a day earlier on the Thursday before the full event starts on the Friday.Bug Jam also offers Glamping and Pre-pitched tents for the weekend show, which are a glamorous alternative if you don\u2019t feel like giving up your pillows for a weekend.Bug Jam 29 looks like it will be one to remember. Don\u2019t miss out; grab your tickets and your tents for Friday the 17th of July.– Jordan Parmar"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"PRE-SHOW: BUG JAM 2015","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/blog\/pre-show-bug-jam-2015\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]