GETTY Vernon Kay is set to host new celebrity racing show Drive on ITV

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The presenter will host the new entertainment show alongside double British Touring Car Champion Jason Plato, who will be on hand to offer his expert advice. Celebrities including Professor Green, Ella Eyre, Louis Walsh and Jonny Vegas will take to the driving seats of old bangers, buggies, 4x4s and rally cross cars in the high-octane competition.

The celebrities will battle it out in a series of unexpected and action packed challenges before the drivers with the slowest time in each task compete in a Night Race to see who will remain in the competition. Those that reach the final will burn up the tracks in Formula 4000 racing cars in a bid to be crowned Drive Champion.

GETTY Talking about the show Vernon said 'Everyone think they can drive - but can they?'

GETTY Double British Touring Car Champion Jason Plato will be on hand to offer expert advice

Talking about the show, Vernon said: "Everyone thinks they can drive - but can they? "This show will test not only their skills behind the wheel but also how they control their fear. "Drive is not just about straight line speed, all driven skills are going to be tested." Co-host Jason added: "I'm excited to see what these celebrities can do behind the steering wheel.

GETTY Professor Green and Ella Eyre are among the celebrities who will take part

GETTY Louis Walsh will test his driving skills in the new show

"There is a massive difference from driving a car on the road to taking something to the race track and it will be interesting to see who has what it takes to take their foot off the brake and test their limits." Commissioning Editor, Asif Zubairy commented: "We are very excited to have Vernon and Jason on board for this brand new driving show with a mischievous twist. "We have a great line up of celebrities and I can't wait to see what they can do." The newly commissioned show could be a big rival for the BBC's Top Gear, which also sees celebrities take to the race track in a bid to get the fastest lap time.