The 1996 Caterham Championships provided a masterclass in one-make racing, defined by a phenomenal power-to-weight ratio and relentless wheel-to-wheel action across the UK's premier circuits.

The Rover powered Caterham “K Series” saw Paul Stephens emerge as the early man to beat, but the narrative shifted as the season progressed and Mark Humphrey and Justin Oxenham mounted fierce challenges. Ultimately, it was Humphrey who came out on top, securing top spot in the standings over Stephens after a season of remarkable consistency.

The Caterham Vauxhall Challenge offered plenty of drama and Nick Hart and Bart Hayden spent the year locked in a point-for-point stalemate. High-stakes incidents at Castle Combe and scintillating sprints at Thruxton kept the fans enthralled and it was a win and a fastest lap in the final round at Donington that saw Nick Hart snatch the 1996 crown by a mere eight points from Hayden.