Drive an Indy Car
Kentucky Speedway
From: $359
Strap into a 600 horsepower, full-sized, open cockpit, open wheel, Indy-style race car for the drive of a lifetime!
- Racing school founded by the legendary Mario Andretti, the greatest race car driver of all time
- Full size, 600 horsepower Indy style race cars
- Options ranging from 8 - 32 minutes of racing (don't worry, even 8 minutes is a long time at 150 MPH!)
- No lead car and passing is allowed
- Walk away with a certificate personalized to include your top speed!
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Strap into a 600 horsepower, full-sized, open cockpit, open wheel, Indy-style race car for the drive of a lifetime!
- Racing school founded by the legendary Mario Andretti, the greatest race car driver of all time
- Full size, 600 horsepower Indy style race cars
- Options ranging from 8 - 32 minutes of racing (don't worry, even 8 minutes is a long time at 150 MPH!)
- No lead car and passing is allowed
- Walk away with a certificate personalized to include your top speed!
Free Exchanges
No Expiration Dates
Easy Returns
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Following the drivers meeting and safety training with your Crew Chief you'll get behind the wheel and drive a full sized, Indy-style race car for a timed session on the same super speedways the pros races on!
Push your limits during this once-in-a-lifetime driving experience; there will be no lead car or pace car to hold you back, and passing is allowed! These racing conditions make for an authentic Indy Car experience.
You'll get one-on-one feedback and instruction from your personal racing instructor through an exclusive Racing Electronics in-car radio communications system.
Upon completion, you'll receive a full color Graduate Certificate printed with your top speed!
Add a Ride Along
Select one of our options that includes a 3 Lap Ride Along and let a professional driver show you the full potential of these amazing Indy style race cars as he takes you on the ride of your life! The perfect addition for any Driving package!Kentucky Speedway
Kentucky Speedway showcases the best in Indycar racing on its 1.5-mile, asphalt, tri-oval track. The raceway has 14-degree banking in the turns, a 1,600-foot backstretch that is 57-feet wide and includes a 12-foot apron. It is sure to give you the thrill of a lifetime!
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Essential Information
- Available June 7th and August 30th, 2019 only
- Participants must be between 5' - 6'4" tall, weigh between 100 - 250 pounds and be in good overall physical condition
- A valid drivers license is required
- Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who must give written consent
- Participants do not need to know how to drive manual transmission (stick shift)
- Pricing includes a $39 drivers fee that covers accidental insurance coverage, racing license, ear buds, and releases you from liability for any vehicle damage
- Feel free to bring drinks and snacks to enjoy while at the track
Duration
All driving experiences will be completed within 3 hours.Experience Provider Info
Complete information for your Experience Provider, including contact information, will be included on your booking confirmation email once you or your gift recipient have scheduled the experience. Our Product Management team handpicks top-rated experience providers, removing the guesswork for you and ensuring your peace of mind.Maximum Participants
1 per carSpectators
Friends and family are encouraged to join you; don't forget the camera! It is recommended to bring lawn chairs to guarantee a seat for any spectators as limited seating is provided.Weather Dependent
In the event your experience is canceled due to inclement weather, the experience provider will contact you and either reschedule you for another available date or issue you a gift card that you can use to reschedule at your convenience. A refund will not be issued due to rainouts.What To Wear
Comfortable, casual clothes depending on the time of year as your clothing will be worn under a driving suit. Wear closed-toe shoes, tennis shoes are recommended.Booking Information
For this experience we recommend booking at least 30 days in advance.Rescheduling & Cancellations
Once you have scheduled a date and received a booking confirmation all bookings are final. If you need to reschedule, you have up until 30 days prior to your reservation to make changes for a $50 administrative fee. Once you are within 30 days of the event, you are then locked in to that date and time and no changes can be made.Experience ID
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What is the age requirement?
All participants must possess a valid driver's license. Any participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian who must give written consent at the track.
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Are there any physical requirements or restrictions?
Participants must be a minimum of 5'0'' and 100 pounds in order to participate, a maximum of 6'4" and 250 pounds, and must also be in good overall physical condition. Participants will be required to climb into the vehicle's cockpit with minimal assistance which sits about 24'' off the ground.
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Do I have to know how to drive stick shift?
It is recommended, but not required. You will have to shift from low to high gear.
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How will the program be structured?
Following a one-hour pre-drive orientation/training session with the driving school's Crew Chief and professional instructors, you'll drive a real Indy-style race car on a Super Speedway for a timed session. Total drive-time will depend on the lap-length program purchased. For this experience, there is no lead car utilized and and no instructor in the car with you! You will have constant, 2-way communication with a professional racing instructor through a state-of-the-art, in-car racing electronics radio system. Upon completion, you'll receive a full-color, Graduate Certificate with your top speed proudly displayed on it.
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What happens if I wreck a car?
The price includes a $39 fee for racing license and liability insurance. This releases you from all vehicle damage.
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Is passing allowed?
Yes. If you come up on a slower race car, track personnel will assist you around the slower portion(s) of the group, using techniques and instructions covered in your pre-drive orientation session.
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Can I choose my own racecar?
No. Unfortunately, the driving school cannot guarantee which exact cars will be at the track on a given date, nor can they promise the specific car a participant will be assigned to for his/her drive. Each participant is assigned to a car with careful consideration, based on individual height and weight.
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What is the policy on rain-outs?
If your experience is canceled due to inclement weather, the driving school will contact you and either immediately reschedule you for another available date, or issue you a gift card that you can use to later reschedule at your convenience. A refund will not be issued due to rain-outs.
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What is the age requirement?
Availability:
Select Dates Only:
Friday - June 7, 2019
Friday - August 30, 2019
*Schedule is subject to change
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