Chris Ingram Archives - Andrews Sykes

Ingram makes FIA World Rally Championship debut in Turkey

Posted Date 13/09/2018

September is shaking up to be a huge month for ERC title holder Chris Ingram, starting with a landmark rally in Turkey this weekend. The 24-year-old is making his World Rally Championship debut in Marmaris, with this development perhaps indicative of the amazing progress made during a career still very much in its infancy.

Acknowledging the magnitude of the task ahead, Chris said: “I’m fully focused on our WRC2 debut. It’s a huge challenge ahead, competing on these brutal stages for only our 2^nd gravel rally in the Toksport Skoda R5 – but what an opportunity!”

Ingram overcomes tricky first day to seals bronze at Barum Czech Rally

Posted Date 29/08/2018

The August bank holiday weekend was one of great significance for Chris Ingram, who confirmed his upcoming World Rally Championship debut following a successful drive in the Czech Republic.

Seemingly out of contention by Saturday evening, Chris found another gear and threw caution to the wind during the final stages of the Barum Czech Rally Zlin to salvage third place in impressive fashion.

That success means the Heat for Hire-backed man has recorded podium finishes in each of his three completed ERC Junior U28 rallies – leaving him second overall as things stand.

Ingram looking to strike gold at Barum Czech Rally this weekend

Posted Date 23/08/2018

This year has arguably been the most challenging of Chris Ingram’s career so far, but that hasn’t stopped the European Rally Champion from making his mark on the continent yet again.

Despite a debilitating illness forcing early retirement in Gran Canarias, the 24-year-old still sits in second place in the ERC Junior U28 rankings with three more rallies to come.

The first of these – the Barum Czech Rally Zlin – takes place this weekend and gives Chris the perfect opportunity to make up some ground on current leader Fabian Kreim.

Chris seals second spot on rallying return

Posted Date 23/07/2018

Following an extensive lay-off that kept Chris Ingram out of action since early May, Britain’s number one rally driver was finally able to banish the bad memories from Rally Islas Canarias by putting in an excellent performance at the Rally di Roma last weekend.

The Heat for Hire-sponsored man came second in the ERC Junior U28 category – and sixth overall – marking his return to the track in style and securing a podium finish in the process.

Now fully recovered from the illness that prevented him from completing the course in Gran Canaria two and a half months ago, Chris spoke of his delight at getting back out there and doing what he does best.

Andrews Heat for Hire wish Chris Ingram well following Rally Islas Canarias withdrawal

Posted Date 09/05/2018

We’d like to offer Chris our best wishes after he was forced to pull out of last weekend’s rally because of illness.

Chris and co-driver Ross Whittock took the difficult step of retiring from the race on Friday, citing medical reasons.

Unfortunately, Chris had been struggling with sickness in the days leading up to Rally Islas Canarias but still took the brave step of trying to compete despite the magnitude of the task ahead.

We’re very proud to be sponsoring Chris in his debut 4WD season and sincerely hope his recovery goes smoothly over the next few days.

Ingram aims to build on successful start at Rally Islas Canarias

Posted Date 02/05/2018

Chris Ingram has the opportunity to extend his lead at the top of the ERC Junior U28 rankings when he takes to the track at the Rally Islas Canarias on Thursday.

And the Mancunian has fond memories of competing on Spanish territory having won the corresponding rally this time last season.

History has already repeated itself in one regard. Chris went into the 2017 Rally Islas Canarias off the back of victory in the Azores, and he triumphed in Portugal once again just over a month ago.

The double European champion shared a video of a slight mishap that occurred while testing earlier in the week, with cold tyres causing problems for Chris and two other drivers on the circuit.

Ingram off to a flier at Rallye Azores

Posted Date 26/03/2018

Chris Ingram rounded off his FIA European Rally Championship four-wheel-drive debut with a first ERC Junior U28 class victory, following a breathtaking head-to-head with Martin Koči in the Azores.

The Andrews Heat for Hire-sponsored man had a 15.8-second advantage early on, but a puncture saw the gap disappear before Koči took a narrow lead. Chris responded brilliantly despite the setback and regained first place, with just 4.7 seconds separating the pair ahead of a delicately poised and gripping showdown.

Andrews Heat for Hire extend sponsorship with rally driver Chris Ingram

Posted Date 21/03/2018

Andrews Heat for Hire and Chris Ingram are set to continue their association for yet another season after a sponsorship extension was agreed last week.

We are delighted to prolong our involvement with England’s highest ranked driver and are extremely encouraged to have seen both parties flourish since our original deal began in April 2016.

Last year, Chris’ incredible exploits on the continent saw him crowned a double European champion and only last week announced that he will be making his 4WD rally debut at the Rally Azores later this month.

Competition winners enjoy landmark 40th Race Retro

Posted Date 27/02/2018

Earlier this month, Andrews Heat for Hire invited our staff, customers and social media followers to enter a free competition ahead of 2018’s eagerly anticipated Race Retro motor sport showcase at Stoneleigh Park.

After a fantastic response– with more than 200 people entering – a number of winners were randomly selected to join us for the event in Warwickshire.

Those in attendance were certainly treated to a wonderful day, and the bravest among our guests also took the opportunity to have a spin around the track in Chris Ingram’s car!

Interested in winning two tickets to Race Retro? Read more!

Posted Date 06/02/2018

Andrews Heat for Hire are delighted to once again be running our annual Race Retro competition, following the fantastic response we’ve had in previous years.

We’ll be teaming up with double European champion Chris Ingram to offer pairs of VIP tickets to randomly selected winners – and it couldn’t be more simple to get involved!

As well as full corporate hospitality, our lucky winners will be able to probe Chris about his rallying career as part of a special meet and greet.

And that’s not all! As part of this fantastic prize, the lucky winners will also enjoy the thrills and spills of a once-in-a-lifetime ride as a passenger in Chris’ rally car. This authentic experience will give a real insight into what rallying is like and has proved to be a real highlight in years gone by.