Following on from its success last year, the Dunlop Race Academy is back for 2005, bigger and better - offering driving enthusiasts the chance to race at Silverstone in a televised championship race as well as sample the celebrity lifestyle of a racing driver.

Last years competition attracted over 7000 entrants and this year should be even bigger. Seven regional finalists will qualify to receive expert racing tuition from Le Mans driver Calum Lockie at Donington before competing against each other on track in a bid to find the top three.

After a series of tests these three will be invited back for a final head to head shoot out at Silverstone and the winner goes through to compete in the Dunlop Driver's Cup; the final round in the highly competitive Ginetta Championship where they will be pitted against experienced racers.

However, it's not just the drive of a lifetime you could be winning, you'll get the chance to experience the lifestyle of a racing driver for a weekend. This will include VIP style, travel and accommodation at David Coulthard's Columbus hotel in Monaco and the accessories to look the part, including an Ozwald Boateng bespoke suit and lifestyle accessories from Mulberry, Dunhill, Paul Smith and many more.Dunlop's Brand Manager, Geraldine McGovern, said: "The Dunlop Race Academy offers people who love racing the chance to experience the real life of a racing driver, both the driving and the lifestyle. We're looking for competitors who have the confidence to hold their nerve both on the track and in the spotlight of the press."

For a chance to make it into the Dunlop Race Academy this summer visit www.driversknow.co.uk and simply apply online.