Vardar Hovercraft Racing Team
Driven by passion, family, and the thrill of hovercraft racing.
Join Team VHR in the Fast-Paced World of Hovercraft Racing
Team VHR is a passionate family team competing in the National, European, and World hovercraft racing series. Committed to excellence, teamwork, and the thrill of competition. Based in Hampshire in the UK racing has been in the family for 50+ years
What is Hovercraft Racing?
Hovercraft racing is a motorsport where drivers race hovercraft over a mixed-terrain course of land and water. Unlike boats or cars, hovercraft ride on a cushion of air created by a fan, allowing them to glide frictionlessly over surfaces. This makes the sport unique as drivers have to navigate seamlessly between different environments like grass, dirt, and water.
To find out more about the sport take a look at the UKs governing body The Hovercraftclub of GB https://www.hovercraft.org.uk/
Meet the team
Explore the profiles of our skilled family team driving success on national and international stages.
Rob Trussler
Formula 1
- 2025 F2 Open Champion
- 2025 F2 2nd
- 2025 European F2 2nd
- 2024 F2 Open champion
- 2024 F2 3rd
- 2023 F2 3rd
- 2023 F2 Open Champion
- 2023 Formula Open 3rd
- 2006 F50 Champion
- 2005 F35 Champion
- 2004 F25 world champion
- 2004 F25 3rd
- 2003 F25 Champion
- 2002 European F25 Champion
- 2003 European F25 Champion
- 2002 F25 2nd
- 2001 F25 Champion
- 1998 F25 2nd
Awarderd the WHF Award for excellence
Awarded the Sir Christopher Cockerell Trophy
Awarded the Geoff Harding Trophy for innovation
Jake Trussler
Formula 1 and Formula 50
- 2025 F50 Open Champion
- 2025 European FS 2nd
- 2024 F2 Open champion
- 2024 F2 3rd
- 2023 F2 3rd
- 2023 F2 Open Champion
- 2023 Formula Open 3rd
- 2021 Junior Champion
- 2019 Junior Champion
- 2018 World Junior 3rd
- 2018 Junior 3rd
Awarded the rose bowl for 2018 most improved Junior
Josh Trussler
Formula 2 and Formula 50
- 2025 F2 Open Champion
- 2025 F2 2nd
- 2025 F50 Open Champion
- 2025 European F50 2nd
- 2025 European F2 2nd
- 2024 F50 Open Champion
- 2024 F2 Open 2nd
- 2023 Junior 2nd
- 2022 World Junior 2nd
- 2021 Junior 5th
- 2019 Colts 2nd
Craig Emery
Formula 50
- 2025 European Novice 2nd
Awarded 2025 Best Newcomer
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Sponsors
The champions who power our team are celebrated here. We thank our valued sponsors and welcome new companies to join us on the track and become part of our winning story.
Airboat UK
Metzner Recycling
Demon Tweeks
TopCoat Ltd
Why sponsor Vardar Hovercraft Racing?
Hovercraft racing is a unique and thrilling sport. We’re a team of passionate racers competing at the highest levels, including the UK and European championships, as well as the World Hovercraft Championships.
Brand exposure:
Your company logo will be prominently displayed on our hovercraft, team wear, and support vehicles. This provides visibility at race events and in photos and videos shared on social media and in news coverage.
Targeted audience:
Hovercraft racing attracts a dedicated and engaged fanbase of all ages, including motorsport enthusiasts and families. Sponsoring our team allows you to connect directly with this audience.
Content creation:
We’re a very active team and will regularly share content on our social media platforms, including race highlights, behind-the-scenes footage, and updates on our team and the hovercraft. We will work with you to create custom content that showcases your brand and its values.
Corporate hospitality:
We can offer exclusive experiences for your employees or clients at race events, from VIP access to the paddock to meet-and-greet sessions with our drivers. This is a great way to build relationships and show appreciation.
Marketing opportunities:
We will feature your company on our website and in our newsletters, providing a direct link to your business. We will also promote your brand through press releases and media interviews.
Sponsorship Packages
Whether you’re looking for significant brand exposure, a unique way to entertain clients, or to support a dynamic team, sponsoring Vardar Hovercraft Racing is a powerful way to accelerate your brand. We offer a range of customizable sponsorship packages to fit your budget and marketing goals. If you’d like to learn more about our sponsorship opportunities and how we can help your brand reach new audiences, please contact us on the form below.
Blog
Explore Team VHR’s latest stories, race summaries, and behind-the-scenes insights into the thrilling world of hovercraft racing.
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Race Report: Scorching Sun & Serious Speed at Whittlebury Hall (Round 2)
What a weekend! Round 2 of the National Hovercraft Championships took us…
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Race Report: Highs, Lows, and Mud Baths at Allerton Park (Round 1)
What a weekend! The opening round of the National Hovercraft Championships over…
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New Season and A New Fomula
The 2026 season will feature two of our talented drivers competing in…
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