An inquiry is to be carried out into possible sites for a new speedway track in Leicestershire.
Enthusiasts have had to travel to Peterborough, Coventry or Stoke since the last circuit in the county closed 20 years ago.
Plans to build a new arena on the Saffron Lane cycle track, or in Beaumont Leys, have fallen through.
They are now calling on the council to help them in their search for a suitable home for speedway.
Leicestershire County Council has confirmed it will be asking officers to investigate possible sites.