Originally published December 8, 2020. Last updated September 18, 2025.
Some motorsports participants are lucky enough to live just down the street from their favorite track. Getting their track car to an event is almost as easy as a regular workday commute. But most of us aren’t that geographically lucky.
For many participants, getting the car to the track can take hours and cover
After a long, cold winter, it’s time for track cars to come out of hibernation in many parts of the country. There’s a lot that can go wrong when a car sits for months, so here’s a refresher for getting vehicles out of storage.
Grab a flashlight and
A trailer for towing your track car can be a great investment as you become more involved in motorsports. You’ll save wear and tear on your track vehicle, have more flexibility over what you bring to the track, and have an opportunity try out tracks further from home. But towing does come with some hazards.
Towing a vehicle can be intimidating if you’ve
If you have a dedicated track car, you’re probably very aware of the time and money you have in it — as well as the risks it faces from damage on the track. HPDE Insurance is the go-to solution to protect your track car during the season. But what about when the season’s over?
While the risks are different when you’re not driving
It’s winter again for much of the country, which means most tracks aren’t holding HPDE events. But other options exist. Sim racing is great fun and can help keep your mind and reflexes sharp during the off-season.
If you’re not familiar with sim racing as a sport, read on to learn more. We answer many of your sim racing questions, including how sim
You don’t have to break the bank to improve your performance at your next track day. While it’s true some car mods can be pricey, there are plenty of low-cost and no-cost ways to improve your track car. Here are 10 you can do on the cheap for increased performance and better safety.
Balanced wheels and tires make
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
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