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Chosen by fellow Empire drivers

DRIVER OF
THE YEAR

More than a trophy. An annual celebration of performance, commitment and the paddock spirit that makes the Empire community special.

2025

Empire Driver of the Year 2025

GARY
WARREN

Recognised by his fellow Empire drivers for commitment, camaraderie and a season that took him across England, Scotland and Ireland.

Gary’s willingness to compete wherever the challenge led—and to press on in conditions that tested both driver and car—made a lasting impression throughout the paddock.

Bill and Ron were delighted to recognise everything Gary achieved during the season and to wish him every success with his new Empire.

“It truly is an honour and humbling to get this award as it’s recognition from all the other Empire drivers.”Gary Warren

What the award represents

01

Performance

Results, personal bests and the determination to keep finding speed.

02

Commitment

The work behind the scenes and the effort to compete throughout the season.

03

Camaraderie

Sharing knowledge, helping fellow owners and strengthening the Empire paddock.

First presented in 2017

ROLL OF
HONOUR.

The names engraved on the Empire Driver of the Year trophy record the drivers whose performance, commitment and contribution to the Empire paddock stood out to their fellow competitors.

  1. Ben StephensonFirst recipient
  2. Zach Zammit
  3. Chris Aspinall
  4. No awardCOVID-19
  5. Clive Austin
  6. Tim Tulie
  7. Emma Rayson
  8. Tom Weaver
  9. Gary WarrenCurrent holder
Tom Weaver competing in his red Empire Evo 3Photo: Capture Your Car Photography

Empire Driver of the Year 2024

TOM
WEAVER

Tom and the Weaver team were recognised after a season of hard work with their Empire Evo 2. Consistent podium finishes in the 1100cc class, new personal-best times and great camaraderie earned the respect of his fellow drivers, Bill and Ron.

Podiums. Personal bests. Paddock spirit.

Competition with community

ONE MARQUE.
ONE SUPPORTIVE
FAMILY.

Empire ownership extends beyond the car. Drivers benefit from an active private WhatsApp group where experience, ideas and practical support are shared throughout the season.

Bill and the Empire team also provide manufacturer support at many hillclimbs and sprints, helping owners make the most of their cars while preserving the friendly atmosphere for which the marque is known.

Meet the Empire drivers