How long is the NCM track?

How long is the NCM track?

The longest version is the Grand Full Course which measures 3.15 miles but there is also the Grand Max Straight Course (2.87 miles), the Corvette Race Loop Course (1.97 miles), the West Circuit Course (2 miles) and the East Circuit Course (1.1 miles).

How do you calculate track days?

First, locate a nearby or interesting road course and go to that track’s website. Once there, find a schedule of events and look for “track day” or “driver school” events. Occasionally, tracks host their own “open lapping” sessions, but most track days are set up by car clubs.

Where can I drive my Corvette on a track?

Tracks

Motorsports Park/Raceway Course/Circuit
Laguna Seca (Mazda Raceway) 1021 Monterey-Salinas Highway, Salinas, California 93908
Thunderhill Raceway Park 5250 Hwy 162, Willows, California 95988 Thunderhill, 3 mile
Thunderhill, 5 mile
Bondurant Racing School 20000 S. Maricopa Road, Gate #3, Chandler, Arizona 85226

What is chin track days?

Chin Track Days are a leading provider of non-competition track events for sports car enthusiasts. With Chin Track Days, enthusiasts can enjoy their cars and receive driver education at some of the legendary road courses in the USA. The emphasis is on FUN and skill training, not racing.

What is a Motorsports Park?

Since 1959, Adams Motorsports Park has been Southern California’s home for kart racing and is the longest continuously running kart racing facility in the world. While the original layout from 1959 remains, the track has grown and changed to become one of the most challenging kart racing circuits in the world.

Can you take your car to a track?

Track days are opportunities to drive your street car on a real racetrack for minimal cost. All that’s needed is a car in good condition, a valid driver’s license, and an approved racing helmet.

What should I expect on my first track day?

If you’re going to a track day, most likely it will be an all-day event, and it’s likely to be warm out. Long hours in the heat add up to dehydration. So bring water, and lots of it, along with snacks, sunscreen, and a folding chair and a pop-up tent for between sessions.

What is a touring lap?

TOURING LAPS Drive your own car in a lead/follow format for 4 laps on the 3.2-mile road course above highway speeds! Individuals and car clubs of all makes and models are welcome.

What is hooked on driving?

Hooked On Driving (HOD) is a community of automotive enthusiasts who share a passion for driving their cars. A priority is also placed on learning basic car control skills such as late braking, proper shifting and understanding the concept of the apex of a turn.

What is Hpde racing?

High Performance Driver Education (HPDE) refers to driving schools held on dedicated race tracks designed to teach drivers proper high-speed driving techniques. HPDE events are held by various automobile enthusiasts’ clubs at some of the most renowned road-course tracks around the world.

Who designs f1 tracks?

Hermann Tilke

Hermann Tilke
Tilke in 2009
Born Hermann Tilke 31 December 1954 Olpe, Germany
Occupation Engineer Racing Driver Circuit Designer
Children Carsten Tilke