Yorkshire’s rising motorsport star, Rowan Campbell-Pilling, has officially announced his partners for his highly anticipated 2026 season, as he steps up from British F4 to the UK’s premier single seater category GB3 Championship, partnered by the BRDC.
The teenager, from Sheffield, has had two impressive seasons in British F4, and made his international debut as part of the F4 UAE Trophy Series, to achieve over 30 trophies within the last two years.
As Rowan gears up for another exciting year on-track, multi-year partnerships with Altitude, Exol Lubricants, H Harrold & Sons, Hydra Creative, Made in Sheffield, Rathbones Simoda and UX Global, as well as additional collaborative support from Cobra Manufacturing, Cobra Sport Exhausts and Kitlocker, will play a crucial role in helping him achieve success.
Rowan said: “I’m really excited to be working with our wonderful partners as we step up from British F4 to the UK’s GB3 Championship.
“Like last year, it’s amazing to have the support of the city, and the Yorkshire region, with me on this incredible journey. I look forward to making each of my partners proud, on and off the track, as the season gets underway.”
Altitude is a PR agency in Sheffield which delivers high-impact, strategic PR and communications. Altitude is not only backing Rowan this season but also providing bespoke, strategic PR and social media support.
Jane Whitham, Director at Altitude, said: “We’re excited to be supporting Rowan again this season and helping to inspire young talent here in Yorkshire. It’s been fantastic to watch his progress so far, and we’re wishing him the very best of luck this season.”
Exol Lubricants is the UK’s largest independent lubricants company, supplying its high-quality lubricants and associated products for car, commercial vehicle, agricultural, rail and industrial applications.
The brand has been delivering ‘excellence in lubricants’ from its head offices in the Midlands and Rotherham for over 40 years and successfully exports to over 45 countries globally.
Steve Everitt, Managing Director at Exol Lubricants, said: “We enjoyed our partnership with Rowan last year, following his success through British F4 and the subsequent championships in the UAE. It’s a fantastic opportunity to be part of his next chapter in the UK’s GB3 Championship to support emerging talent in a highly competitive arena.
“Rowan’s dedication and drive perfectly aligns with our commitment to excellence, and we look forward to joining his journey as he continues to make his mark in the racing world. We’d like to wish Rowan and his team the best of luck this season!”
H Harrold & Sons is Sheffield’s longest serving locksmith. Established in 1919, it has served Sheffield and South Yorkshire for 107 years.
Harry Harrold, Director at H. Harrold & Sons Ltd, said: “We can’t wait to see Rowan compete for the title as he enters the GB3 championship. We’re really proud to be able to support him.”
Founded in Sheffield in 2009, Hydra Creative is an agency known for its advanced in-house digital, design and marketing capabilities, delivering expert strategic solutions to successful businesses. Excited to see Rowan on track this season, Hydra Creative has also contributed its expertise to developing his new website.
Made In Sheffield is one of the World’s great brands, made famous internationally as a mark of origin and quality on the City’s manufactured products.
For the past year, Rowan has been able to place the Made in Sheffield Mark on his car, helmet and race suit and he will be able to do this again for the upcoming season.
Rachel Abbott, Chair of Made in Sheffield, said: “We are delighted to support Rowan and, through him, raise awareness of both this City’s sporting legacy but also the manufacturing industries of this region.”
Rathbones is a leading UK wealth manager with roots dating back to 1742. Its Sheffield office traces its roots back to 1844 when the Sheffield Stock Exchange opened. Its heritage was founded on client service, which in turn built strong long-term relationships with clients and their advisers, and this approach continues today.
Sam Olley, Investment Director at Rathbones, said: “We’re delighted to be supporting Rowan as he takes the next step in his career. For us, it’s not just about his ability on track, but also his strong connection to Sheffield and the wider community. We’re proud to play a small part in backing a talented local driver with a very bright future.”
Award-winning Simoda is a leading technology and IT business based in Sheffield. The company was founded in 2019 and has grown to 42 staff – they offer a wide range of services and solutions across IT Managed Services, Cyber Security, Network Services, and much more with a focus on business needs and outcomes, rather than commissions.
Daniel Bumby, Managing Director at Simoda, said: “Partnering with Rowan has been a no-brainer. He’s sharp, determined, and not afraid to take risks – the same mindset we bring to helping businesses transform through IT and technology. We’re proud to back a local lad with serious talent – for the second year in a row.”
UXGlobal, a Yorkshire-based AV system integrator, provides audio-visual, digital signage, bespoke LED display and innovative solutions for retail, hospitality, leisure and corporate clients. Leveraging cutting-edge technology, the company helps organisations create impactful and engaging brand experiences across physical spaces.
Alistair Wright, Managing Director at UXGlobal said: “UXGlobal is proud to sponsor and support Rowan Campbell-Pilling from the start of his racing career. His dedication and ambition make him an exciting talent to follow.
“As he competes in the GB3 Championship this season, we look forward to supporting him and wish him every success for the season ahead.”
Cobra Manufacturing and Cobra Sport Exhausts are part of a family-run, Sheffield based manufacturing business specialising in stainless steel exhausts and precision fabrication.
Cobra Sport supplies performance exhaust systems worldwide, while Cobra Manufacturing provides engineered fabrication solutions for UK industry. Cobra is also Made in Sheffield accredited for excellence and innovation.
Founded in 2005 in a Sheffield attic, Kitlocker, grew from a student side hustle into a UK teamwear powerhouse, outfitting thousands of teams with quality, speed, identity.
Rowan is looking forward to representing Sheffield and Yorkshire in the UK’s GB3 Championship which starts late April.
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