Wiscasset Speedway, Maine Stock Car Driving Experience

Real stock cars! Real Speed! Real FAST!

This is the perfect experience gift for the racing fan in your life. They will never forget the extraordinary feeling of putting the pedal to the metal and pushing a racing machine to its limits!

This adrenaline-pumping experience begins with a team of racing instructors briefing you on safety procedures, racing theory, and everything you need to know to get your lap times down and your speeds up. They’ll explain flags used, how to enter and exit the track, passing, finding the line, and much more.

Then its time to feed your need for speed and climb into the driver’s seat. A crew member will make sure you are secured into your 5-point racing harness, and your one-way radio is connected to your helmet. You will be able to hear the instructor the entire time you are on the track. They will be giving you advice via the one-way radio 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 previous stock car racing experience needed!

Whether you are a racing fan who dreams of driving like the pros do or you are looking for a unique experience gift for some who loves to go FAST, this Stock Car Driving Experience at Maine’s Wiscasset Speedway is the way to go!

Upcoming dates:

• Buckle-up ... 2027 season dates coming soon!

• Race an authentic 400+ horsepower stock car as fast as you want!
• Receive instruction from stock car racing instructors during a 45-minute orientation session and while you’re on the track.
• You’ll be wearing a fire-retardant driver's suite and a full-face helmet with one-way radio communication.
• You’ll be driving the stock car by yourself - Passing allowed - No pace car to follow!

The Cars:

• 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.
• 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.

Location:

• Wiscasset, Maine, a short drive from Portland VIEW MAP

How fast will I be able to go?

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

• A valid driver's license is required.
• The minimum age to drive a race car is 18 years.
• 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 a 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 off 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