Ronan Pearson will embark on an exciting new direction in his racing career in 2026 after confirming that he will contest the British GT Championship, driving an Aston Martin Vantage GT4 for GBR Stratton Motorsport.
The Scotsman, who joined the Fewkes Huff Management driver stable last year, will line up on the grid of the coveted endurance championship alongside experienced amateur GT driver, John Hartshorne.
Having spent the past three years competing and winning in the British Touring Car Championship, the change of discipline is poised to be a breath of fresh air for the 24-year-old as he bids to make his mark with the fledgling team.
Combining the expertise of Graham Brunton Racing and Stratton, GBR Stratton Motorsport is also a new entity to British GT this year and with the full support of Aston Martin, hopes are high for a successful campaign.
Pearson will commence his pre-season testing programme in the coming days before taking part in the annual British GT Media Day at the Home of British Motor Racing, Silverstone, on March 31.
The 2026 British GT Championship season will then commence with its blue-ribbon event, the Silverstone 500, on April 25-26.
Ronan Pearson, GBR Stratton Motorsport: “I am absolutely ecstatic to be making my debut in the British GT Championship with GBR Stratton Motorsport.
“This change of career path has me incredibly motivated for success and I feel extremely lucky to be working with some great people who have really been in my corner through every step so far.
“My first season in rear-wheel-drive machinery is going to be a big learning curve, but one that has been in my sights for some time now. This welcome change couldn’t come at a better time with the opportunity that I now have.
“I have to thank every one of my incredible sponsors and supporters for helping make this happen. This year will not disappoint.”
Will Fewkes, Fewkes Huff Management Co-Founder: “It’s fantastic to finally be able to reveal Ronan’s racing programme for the 2026 season. His time away from a race a seat has allowed him to take stock and explore what other options are available to him, this being one of them.
“To be aligned with a manufacturer as prestigious as Aston Martin is brilliant, and with many great people working at GBR Stratton Motorsport, I’m excited to see what Ronan can achieve in British GT this year.”
Rob Huff, Fewkes Huff Management Co-Founder: “Seeing Ronan make that jump across to the British GT Championship is hugely exciting for everyone involved and I’m confident that it is one that will breed success.
“Ronan has a really smooth, consistent driving style and that should serve him well going into endurance racing. He’s got some experienced people around him to learn from, so there should be no reason why he and the team can’t hit the ground running.”
