James Thompson (born April 26 1974) is an English auto racing driver from York. He has twice been champion of the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC). From 2005, he has raced for Alfa Romeo, Seat then Alfa Romeo again in the World Touring Car Championship (WTCC). In 1997, James joined Honda, finishing 5th in 1997, 3rd in the championship in 1998, and 4th in 1999. He missed two rounds through injury in 2000, but was able to finish 9th.