Hickory Motor Speedway NC Stock Car Driving Experience

Real stock cars, real racing, really FAST Check this off your bucket list!

If you've ever dreamed of chasing the checkered flag like the pros do, in a real race car, this is your chance to make that dream come true. This adrenaline-pumping stock car driving experience puts you behind the wheel of a 400 +-horsepower stock car going as fast as you can!

Your experience begins when you arrive at Hickory Motor Speedway and meet your racing instructors. They'll go over safety procedures, the flags used, how to enter and exit the track, cornering, passing, braking, and much more.

You’ll then get suited up in professional racing gear and climb behind the wheel of your stock car. The pit crew will make sure you are buckled snuggly into your 5-point racing harness, and your one-way radio is connected to your helmet. As you are soaring around the track, they will be communicating with you the entire time helping you drive safely, while at the same time, getting your speed up to a mind-blowing level.

No previous car racing experience required!

After a thumbs up, start your engine and head onto the track when the green flag is waved. Reach speeds of up to 150 mph as you live your dream of being a race car driver and see the world through the eyes of a stock car champion.

• High speed laps around Hickory Motor Speedway’s .363-mile asphalt short oval.
• Receive instruction and guidance from stock car racing veterans in a classroom and while you’re on the track.
• It’s just you in the car putting the pedal to the metal!

The Cars:

• All the stock cars have standard transmissions. There is very little shifting involved. You can do this experience even with little to no manual transmission experience. If you need assistance operating a standard vehicle the pit crew will help you exit the pit area and get you up to speed quickly.
• The cars are designed to race on smaller short oval racetracks.
• Late Model - A high-performance, purpose-build stock car designed for racing on oval tracks, with racing suspensions, powerful V8 engines, tube-frame chassis, and lightweight bodies.
• Super Late Model - lighter, faster and more powerful than a Late Model stock car.
• Modified - an open-wheel stock car used mainly on shorter oval tracks, lighter and more agile with exposed front wheels.

Location:

• Newton, North Carolina, a short drive from Charlotte VIEW MAP

How fast will I be able to go?

• Really fast! The speeds vary according to a driver’s individual performance. Every driver and racetrack is different.

• The minimum age to drive a stock car is 18 years.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• The Ride Along minimum age is 14 years. They must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at the track.
• Minimum height requirement is 5′ tall. Maximum height allowasble is 6' 4". Chest and waist and chest cannot exceed 52".
• The race cars do not have doors. Drivers must be able to climb through a 15” high by 28” wide window that sits 35” from the ground.
• All participants are provided with a Full-Faced Helmet (with one-way radio communication) and Driver's Suit.
• Closed-toed shoes are required. A running shoe or equivalent usually works best (no boots). The shoes you wear should allow you to feel the pedals through the sole. Open-toed shoes are not permitted.
• Wear clothes that will be comfortable under the driver’s suit.
• How long is the driving event? The event will last 2-3 hours for driving experiences depending upon your lap package and the flow of the day. If you are driving, please show up 20-30 minutes prior to your scheduled driving time.
• Ride – Along: Please allow for about an hour for your ride-along. There is no orientation for the Ride-Along experience ... you get suited up and away you go.
• This experience is weather dependent. If your racing event is cancelled due to weather, your certificate will be rescheduled for a future date in the next 12 months. Refunds cannot be issued.
• Once reserved with the experience provider, rescheduling within 30 days of the event date incurs a rescheduling fee of 50% of the package price.
• You are financially responsible for all damage caused to the car due to driver error. A Vehicle Protection Plan is available for $60.00, subject to a $1000.00 deductible. You can purchase optional insurance at the race car track on the day of your event. Due to the quality of the training and cars, damage is rare, but you will be responsible for any damage to the racecar.

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