Jennerstown Speedway Complex Stock Car Driving Experience

Drivers start your engines!

This is the perfect introduction to the exciting world of driving a real stock car like the pros do. Buckle up and put the pedal to the metal in a car that has raced in professional competitions.

You will begin with a 45-minute classroom session led by seasoned racing instructors who will teach everything you need to know for a safe and exciting experience. Your training will include acceleration guidelines, proper braking techniques, and efficient steering tips. Next, you get geared up in your driving suit and helmet, climb through the window, buckle up your 5-point racing harness, lock in the steering wheel … and your off!

As you are accelerating around Jennerstown Speedway Complex’s 1/2-mile oval, you will be able to hear the instructor in the one-way radio in your helmet. They will be giving you guidance on driving safely as you get your speed up to a mind-blowing level!

It’s just you alone in the car putting your driving skills to the ultimate test. No instructor riding shotgun, no pace car to follow, and passing allowed!

No racing experience required!

This is stock car racing experience is the perfect gift for thrill seekers and racing fans!

• Drive an authentic 400+ horsepower stock car as fast as you want!
• You’ll be driving the stock car by yourself! No instructor riding next to you.
• You’ll receive instruction from veteran driving professionals.
• Feed your need for speed!

The Cars:

• All the stock cars are equipped with 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 to speed quickly.
• The cars are designed to race on smaller short oval racetracks.
• Late Model - A purpose-built, high-performance stock car designed primarily for racing on oval tracks, with racing suspensions, tube-frame chassis, powerful V8 engines, 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:

• Jennerstown, Pennsylvania, a 90-minute drive from Pittsburgh VIEW MAP

How fast will I be able to go?

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

• The minimum age to drive a race car is 18 years and a valid driver’s license is required.
• Ride Along minimum age is 14 years and be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
• Maximum height allowable is 6′ 4″. Minimum height requirement is 5′ tall.
• Waist and chest cannot exceed 52".
• 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 Driver’s Suit, and Full-Faced Helmet (with one-way radio communication).
• 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, so 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.

How To Book Your Experience