ONE of the biggest displays of extreme motor sport in the region is to take place next month.

The Nissan Extreme Torque Show takes place at the Wearside car plant on Sunday, July 5, with three arenas showcasing everything from monster trucks to BMX.

Hartlepool-born Anthony Anderson, owner of Extreme Events Europe, said: “As a show we have travelled worldwide, touring the Middle East, New Zealand and Europe, but there’s always such a buzz when you return to your own region.

“On top of everything we’re also constantly adding to the show and making it bigger and better. This year we have a brand new attraction called the Free Drop.

“This allows visitors the opportunity to jump from a suspended platform onto an air-filled bag, becoming part of the show themselves."

The Nissan Extreme Torque Show takes place between 10am and 5pm, with an area of the Nissan site converted into a huge outdoor arena and track for the world’s finest bikers, BMXers, truckers and performance car specialists.

Monster trucks and crowd-favourites Lil’Devil and Extreme will be put through their paces in the Torque Arena, while headlining the Extreme Arena is street bike team Two Brothers Racing.

Mr Anderson said: “There really is something for everyone, whether you’re a petrol head or just want a fun day out with the family.

“On top of everything going on we also have a selection of funfair rides to keep the kids and big kids happy and a large variety of food stalls."

Tickets for the Nissan Extreme Torque Show cost £15 or £7 for concessions if bought in advance from www.extremeeventseurope.com or £17 and £8 on the door.