In a typical summer, HPDE events and track days slow down in the hottest days of summer. However, with the cancellations and postponements early in the season due to COVID-19, many tracks have events planned through the hot days of July and August.
With increased temperatures in the car and on the blacktop, staying cool at the
Like everything else, HPDE events across the country have been affected by the COVID-19 health crisis and government stay-at-home orders. Many events have been cancelled or postponed, disappointing drivers who were looking forward to their next track day.
Yet while the situation is frustrating, unexpected setbacks also offer an opportunity to continue to prepare and improve, so that when events are back on,
As HPDE enthusiasts know, everyone loves a fast car, especially when it’s iconic. Here are 10 of our favorite great pop culture cars.
When Paul Michael Glaser first saw the bright red and white 1975 Ford Gran Torino on set, his first thought was “Striped Tomato.” But the car was soon a cult classic, thanks
It’s the thrill behind the wheel that draws out most race fans to track day events, but even the most experienced driver knows that each event is a learning opportunity. Education is important in HPDE driving and one of the best ways to learn is walking the track. Read on for helpful track walk tips.
For professional
MotorSport Ranch is a first of its kind country club for HPDE motoring enthusiasts located in Cresson, Texas, about 14 miles south of Fort Worth. The 304-acre facility features three road racing courses for sports cars, race cars and motorcycles.
MotorSport Ranch pioneered the concept of combining a country club with a racetrack, in place of the typical golf course.
As 2019 winds down, we can’t help but reflect on the past year. 2019 in review—We launched a new website, made policy improvements and partnered with Track Rabbit. All these exciting changes were centered around improving our offerings for you.
We know you want to purchase your insurance and get on with your event preparations, so
Behind the wheel, confidence is key to staying in the zone because there’s no time for “what-ifs” when you need your skill and experience to carry you through. However, when your event is over and you’re out of the driver’s seat, it’s not a bad idea to think about how to safely handle a crash.
If you drive long enough, sooner or later
If you are heading to a new track, there are a lot of resources to help prepare you. While memorizing the track layout and reference points in advance can set you up for success, real success comes from keen observation and skillful application.
Before you head to the track, review any information you can get your hands on—
It can get kind of loud on track day, which is why most professional drivers use some sort of ear protection. The 140 decibels of a full-throttle NASCAR cockpit is about as loud as fireworks or gunfire. That’s pretty loud, so it makes sense the pro drivers protect their hearing. But what about you and your HPDE driving?
If you are new to HPDE, flags are a good place to start. The following flags are used to communicate various information during the events. Memorize their meanings as they can signify important things and require very specific actions.
Green—This flag is at the start/finish line and generally indicates that the session is