Can you have a passenger on a track day?

CAN I TAKE A PASSENGER? Passengers are not allowed in any open track day vehicle. This is a safety function.

How much is a track day on your own car?

PRICE $599

Both on the same day!

Can you take any car to a race track?

Track days are non-competitive driving events hosted both at country club-style road courses or full-on race tracks, where participants can enter virtually any vehicle, so long as it is safe and mechanically sound.

What happens on a track day?

Track Days are for drivers and riders to test the speed and handling abilities of their own vehicles in a safe and controlled environment away from the public roads.

How much does a track day cost UK?

The cost of track days varies between organisers, but as with most things, you get what you pay for. You can expect to pay between £120 to £500, with the main difference in price coming from circuit hire costs and how many cars are booked for that track day: the fewer cars, the more expensive your spot will be.

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Does a track day ruin tyres?

Driving on a race circuit will work your tyres much harder than on the road generating significant heat. As the tyres heat up the pressures can increase quite dramatically which stiffens the tyre and increases the temperature yet again so it's important you bleed some air out to restore the right working pressures.

Do track days damage your car?

Not as much as you might think – if you drive with a degree of mechanical sympathy. Hammering round for lap after lap, stamping on the pedals, will destroy brakes and tyres very quickly. However, if you drive smoothly they can last well.

How expensive is a track day?

Expect to pay about $200 for a day of lapping. Rules and requirements vary from club to club, so be sure to find out ahead of time what's needed to lap your car. Some car clubs restrict events to their club's make, or they have other restrictions, such as a roll-bar or hardtop requirement for convertibles.

What happens if you crash on a track day?

'If the vehicle is damaged during a trackday, the trackday organiser would arrange for the vehicle to be removed from the circuit itself. The insurer would then collect the vehicle if it was undrivable, or in a non-roadworthy condition after the accident.

How old do you have to be to drive on a track day?

There a few stipulations that are in place in regards to age and license requirements to take your own bike on a track day. Below are a few of these requirements, please note all licence requirements will be on the individual event information. Must be 18 or above.

Do you need a license to do a track day?

The driver must have a valid driving licence and you must have it with you on the race day. Even so, many car track days operate a junior race track driving experience. In this case, a valid driving licence is not needed. Note: You must wear a crash helmet and the majority of the events have helmets for hire.

What should I bring to track day?

Can you buy a stock car?

The $125,000 vehicles aren't street-legal, but will motor you around the track like Jimmie Johnson's whip.

Can you take a convertible on a track day?

Convertibles, cabriolets, and open-top vehicles by any other name without structural rollover protection located directly behind the driver and passenger are not permitted.

Do you need a roll cage for a track day?

Unless you've got a convertible or something too fast for your first track day, you won't need a rollbar. Someday you hopefully will, and not because you've found yourself tracking a Cabriolet. Most of the time, a simple, four-point rollbar is all you'll need.

Are convertibles allowed on track?

Convertibles must have a roll bar which passes the broomstick test or have a hard top in place. Unless the maufacturer's owners manual says your convertible will support itself by the windshield frame in the event of a roll over(ala: Porsche Boxster and Honda S2000), your convertible needs a roll bar.

Can a 16 year old do a track day?

TrackDays offer supercar driving experiences for kids between 10 and 16 years old, depending on the venue. For kids younger than that, we offer a great range of high speed passenger rides in supercars, famous movie cars and classics, available for juniors over the age of 6.

Do track cars need to be insured?

Racing assets, such as tools, trailers and facilities (even the tracks themselves) need to be insured, too. Drivers may also carry business liability coverage and life insurance in addition to their health insurance.

What if someone hits you on the Nurburgring?

In case someone hits you, you still have to cover the excess amount, then you can claim it back from the insurance and in case the other person is in fault, you will get the money back.

Can you take a cruiser to a track day?

Whether you ride a cruiser, sports bike, touring bike, dual-sport, or a scooter, you can bring it to a track day.

Are track days fun?

Not only are track days fun, they are also a great place to develop your skills. Most track days offer some instruction, with classroom time and perhaps a garage seminar on body positioning. You can also get some on-track coaching if you ask for it.

How do I prepare my car for track day?

How many miles do track cars last?

Around 100K miles would be better but 150K miles or more would probably be too many (as a starting point). Hope this helps. Disclaimer: Your mileage (and engine life on the track) may vary.

How long do Tyres last on track days?

This all adds up to increase the tyre wear rate by a factor of up to twenty. So a tyre that could last for 3,000 miles on the road, will probably last a maximum of 150 miles on track.