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Tickets can be bought online or on the day and the show is open from 9.00am […]","datePublished":"2017-06-02","dateModified":"2017-06-05","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"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. 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As this is the biggest show of its kind in the UK, you can expect a party atmosphere all weekend as these cars take over Rockingham Motor Speedway and there is plenty to keep the whole family entertained.Tickets can be bought online or on the day and the show is open from 9.00am to 5.00pm each day. You can join in with all kinds of activities or watch the action from the grandstand, trackside the Inner Paddock.Things to doGTI International will have hi-tech race and F1 simulators for you to try your hand at virtual racing, but of course there will be the chance to take part in the \u2018real-life\u2019 straight line sprint challenge (1\/8th mile at Rockingham on the Oval Circuit). You can also go around the iconic National Circuit which is open to everyone, simply get your car scrutineered and\/or sound tested and join the queue in the assembly lanes.As well as the thrill of racing, there is a Show \u2019n\u2019 Shine\/Concours area for fans of custom and modded cars. There will be more than 200 vehicles from all over the UK and Europe to admire. This part of the show has always proved very popular and the area has been extended for this year so it is bigger and better than ever to keep up with demand. Be sure to check out the array of trade stands with fantastic, often discounted, products and services.There will be a DJ and band providing entertainment for those around in the evening and there is extensive camping on site. More than 40 clubs have already been booked and some of the country\u2019s top owners\u2019 clubs and website or forum groups will be there with their own displays.All of you VW and Audi enthusiasts out there are going to love this show and there are cars, parts and accessories for sale at the Autojumble, where you can find everything from models cars and tools to alloys and engines.Visit http:\/\/www.gtiinternational.co.uk for more information!"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Event Coverage","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/event-coverage\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"GTI International Show Preview","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/event-coverage\/gti-international-show\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]