YOUNGSTERS from a community project showed driving ambition to complete a karting course.

Five youngsters from The Links project took part in the ten-week off-road mechanics and driving course at Teesside Karting and Quads, at the Redcar and Cleveland Off Road Centre, Middlesbrough.

They drove through the mud and raced around the circuit, as well as building an engine from scrap parts.

Set up to attract more young people to the centre, the programme is open to groups and individuals.

Quad manager Richard Trasler said: "I look forward to welcoming more groups."