The Activities
You will be racing against the clock in race-modified road cars, fitted with full race-spec safety gear.
Nerve, skill and total determination required to get the fastest lap time possible.
You will receive full training from experienced professional racing drivers. Get great tips on racing lines, under-steer, over-steer and getting the most out of your car!
Now it’s time for your Hot Laps – and remember, this is total competition in cars, with a big cash prize.
Your runs are timed to 1/100th of a second and every driver gets a place on the leader board at the end of the day.
The five highest placed drivers on November 30th 2010, will be back to our Championship Raceway to compete for the Leaderboard Trophy and the £1000 prize!
Itinerary
| 00.00 |
Arrival - race overall fitting/event briefling |
| 00:30 |
Meet the Speed Masters and your reasonably priced car |
| 00:40 |
You will be driven around the circuit with your Speed Master explaining the racing lines and braking zones. |
| 00:50 |
You drive the Long Course race track, with your pro-driver Speed Master explaining how to get more from your reasonably priced car! |
| 01.00 |
All eyes on you. The camera is rolling, the timers are ready and the track is clear to go. It’s your first Hot Lap for a place on the Leaderboard! |
| 01:30 |
It’s time to grid up for another shot at the leader board. No-holds-barred, for the hottest lap of your life! |
| 02:00 |
Return to Leader board HQ, for debriefing and to find out where you are on the Leader Board. The top five at the end of the year will return to drive for the £1000 prize! |
| 02:30 |
Certificate presentations and depart at leisure |
The Venue
This experience takes place at the fantastic Curborough Sprint Circuit, near Lichfield. This is one of the top Sprint tracks in the UK, and is well located just 20 minutes from Birmingham and 2 hours from the M25.
Availability
The Star in A Car experience is available March-November - on weekdays and at weekends.
Race Day Souvenirs
All participants receive a personalised souvenir certificate. A fully personalised video of your laps, including in-car footage, is available to purchase on the day of the event. Report time
There are various starting times available on the day of the event, generally between 9am and 3pm.
Total time on-site is around 2 1/2 hours.
Catering
Light refreshments and hot food are available to purchase throughout the event.
Clothing
You should wear warm clothing as required and "sensible" shoes or trainers. Bring waterproofs in case of rain.Protective race suits are supplied by the operators.
Limitations
Drivers must be reasonably fit and over 17 years old. Drivers must have a full manual car driving licence. Max weight is 20 stone.
Weather
In the case of torrential rain, snow or ice, this activity may be postponed for comfort and safety reasons – in which case clients will be offered a range of alternative dates.
The event operates a weather-weighting system, with wet lap times adjusted for the effect of weather.
Disabled Facilities
The raceway has wheelchair access viewing areas. In some cases, driving stockcars is not possible for people with some disabilities.
Spectators
Spectator admission is £10 and includes a souvenir programme. There are good areas to watch from and the day is enjoyable for family and friends of participants. The raceway has few covered areas, so bring appropriate clothing for the weather conditions.
Your soundtrack
Be sure to bring a CD of your favourite music to play during your Hot Laps - it has been known to help!
Raceday contact
Last minute "raceday" telephone number is 07770 806 623.
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