The 1978 RAC Tricentrol British Saloon Car Championship was the 21st season of the British Saloon Car Championship. It was the first year that the championship was sponsored by Tricentrol.[1] The drivers title was won by Richard Longman in a Mini 1275 GT,[2][3] and was the first to be won by a Mini driver since 1969.
Calendar & Winnersedit
All races were held in the United Kingdom. Overall winners in bold.
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January 01, 1970
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