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November 12, 2024-
🎁 BEST. GIFT. EVER. DRIVE a NASCAR RACE CAR!
This holiday season, give a GIFT they'll never forget! Give NASCAR Racing Experience—"It's as real as it gets." After a Drivers Meeting, you’ll take the wheel of a real NASCAR Race Car and drive solo on one of the nation’s premier speedways. No lead car, no instructor—just you, the track, and 5 to 48 minutes of pure adrenaline. Receive real-time guidance from a spotter via 2-way radio, with pit stops between each 8-minute session. And yes, passing slower cars is allowed! Gift Certificates available. Emailed, personalized and NEVER expire. NEW! Book Now and Pay Overtime with Uplift.
If you need assistance with your holiday gift purchase, call Customer Service at 704-886-2400. Or visit us online at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com.
October 3, 2024- Book Now. Pay Overtime with Uplift.
Just Announced! NASCAR Racing Experience is thrilled to announce a new partnership with Uplift, making it easier than ever to book your racing experience. Now, you can reserve your spot at any of our nationwide speedways and enjoy the flexibility of paying over time with convenient payment plans through Uplift. Whether you're planning a solo adventure or a group outing, you can secure your reservation today without the upfront cost. Don’t wait—book now, hit the track, and enjoy the thrill of NASCAR while spreading out the payments!
If you need assistance, call Customer Service at 704-886-2400. Or visit us online at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com.
Fans Can Race at Daytona the Days After the Daytona 500 with the NASCAR Racing Experience
THE PERFECT WAY TO WRAP UP DAYTONA SPEEDWEEKS PRESENTED BY ADVENT HEALTH: NASCAR RACING EXPERIENCE TO OFFER THE ULTIMATE FAN RACING EXPERIENCE DURING SPEEDWEEKS AND ON THE DAYS FOLLOWING THE DAYTONA 500
CHARLOTTE, NC (January 30, 2024) – Headed to the Daytona 500? To add to the week of thrilling racing from NASCAR’s biggest stars, race fans can take their turn running the high-banks of Daytona International Speedway on Wednesday, February 13 through Saturday, February 17, and after the Daytona 500 on Monday, February 19, and Tuesday, February 20, 2024.
Motorsports’ leading fan driving experience partners – Driving 101, which operates NASCAR Racing Experience and Richard Petty Driving Experience – now offers on-track racing dates on Monday following 21 NASCAR Cup Series events on the NASCAR Cup Series circuit – including the days after the Daytona 500.
“What better way to wrap up an exciting weekend at the Daytona 500 than to race on the same track as the stars of the sport,” said Robert Lutz, CEO of Driving 101, which operates NASCAR Racing Experience and Richard Petty Driving Experience. “We’re enhancing the Daytona 500 race weekend with a high-speed adventure that’s sure to leave you smiling. Race fans, thrill seekers and corporate guests will have an opportunity to ride or drive an authentic NASCAR Cup Series race car on the same track just like their NASCAR idols did the day before in the Great American Race.”
The NASCAR Racing Experience will run at Daytona International Speedway on February 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 19 and 20, 2024. Limited space is available. To book your driving experience, visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com.
About NASCAR Racing Experience: NASCAR Racing Experience is the leading experiential racing company in North America, offering the most realistic racing programs available to motorsports fans nationwide. There’s no lead car to follow and drivers race without an instructor alongside. The drivers compete in real NASCAR race cars driven by NASCAR drivers including Joey Logano, Christopher Bell, Denny Hamlin, Michael McDowell, Ty Gibbs and Corey Lajoie, among others.
Reservations can be made at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com. Gift Cards are available for any amount and never expire. The customer service department is available seven days a week. NASCAR Racing Experience programs are conducted at 19 race tracks across the United States and offer a vast array of corporate outings and motorsports themed events. For more information call 704-886-2400 or visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com.
December 3, 2023- NASCAR Racing Experience, This is the Gift!
NASCAR Racing Experience has the Christmas spirit! If you're looking for a unique gift...a gift they have only dreamed about, then look no further. NASCAR Racing Experience is the BEST. GIFT. EVER.
Gift Certificates are EASY. You give the gift certificate, they make the reservation. They're personalized, emailed and NEVER expire. Gift Certificates are offered for any of the racing experiences available and are on SALE. Daily holiday promotions are offering sales with up to 40% off the retail rate.
And if you need assistance with your special gift this holiday season, call Customer Service at 704-886-2400. Christmas Elves are ready to help and take your orders. Or buy online at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com.
This holiday season, we wish you, your family and friends a very Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!
November 4, 2023
NASCAR Racing Experience to offer ultimate fan racing experience on Monday following select NASCAR Cup Series weekends
Motorsports’ leading fan driving experience partners – Driving 101, which operates NASCAR Racing Experience and Richard Petty Driving Experience – announced today they will now offer on-track racing dates on Monday following select NASCAR Cup Series events at 14 tracks on the NASCAR Cup Series circuit.
“Mondays are usually the most-hated day of the week – until now,” said Robert Lutz, CEO of Driving 101, which operates NASCAR Racing Experience and Richard Petty Driving Experience. “We’re turning the Monday morning blues upside down with a high-speed adventure that’s sure to leave you smiling. Race fans, thrill seekers and corporate guests will have an opportunity to ride or drive an authentic NASCAR Cup Series car on the same track just like their NASCAR idols did the day before. It’s like playing Augusta National the day after the masters.”
The participating NASCAR Cup Series tracks and dates include:
February 19 – Daytona International Speedway
March 4 – Las Vegas Motor Speedway
March 11 – Phoenix Raceway
April 1 – Richmond Raceway
April 15 – Texas Motor Speedway
April 29 – Dover Motor Speedway
May 13 – Darlington Raceway
May 20 – North Wilkesboro Speedway
June 24 – New Hampshire Motor Speedway
July 1 – Nashville Superspeedway
August 12 – Richmond Raceway
September 2 – Darlington Raceway
September 9 – Atlanta Motor Speedway
October 21 – Las Vegas Motor Speedway
November 11 – Phoenix Raceway
Whether considering the ultimate holiday gift or planning NASCAR vacations for 2024, the new NASCAR Racing Experience Monday Funday package is an excellent way to complete the NASCAR race weekend at high speed. Limited space is available. To book your Monday after the Race visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com.
About NASCAR Racing Experience: NASCAR Racing Experience is the leading experiential racing company in North America, offering the most realistic racing programs available to motorsports fans nationwide. There’s no lead car to follow and drivers race without an instructor alongside. The drivers compete in real NASCAR race cars driven by NASCAR drivers including Joey Logano, Christopher Bell, Denny Hamlin, Michael McDowell, Ty Gibbs and Corey Lajoie, among others.
Reservations can be made at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com Gift Cards are available for any amount and never expire. The customer service department is available seven days a week. NASCAR Racing Experience programs are conducted at 19 racetracks across the United States and offer a vast array of corporate outings and motorsports themed events. For more information call 704-886-2400 or visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com.
November 3, 2023
NASCAR Champion, Dale Jarrett gives NASCAR Ride Alongs Championship Weekend
Leading up to the NASCAR Championship weekend, NASCAR Champion Dale Jarrett got behind the wheel and gave NASCAR Ride Alongs with NASCAR Racing Experience at Phoenix Raceway. "I just got done giving some NASCAR Ride Alongs with NASCAR Racing Experience here at Phoenix Raceway for Championship weekend. What a blast! I had a great time!" said NASCAR Champion, Dale Jarrett. "What an amazing opportunity for race fans to get to ride with one of the best NASCAR drivers, Dale Jarrett before attending the NASCAR Championship Race," said Bob Lutz, President/CEO of NASCAR Racing Experience.
NASCAR Racing Experience runs at some of the nation's premier speedways including Phoenix Raceway. TO make your reservation to drive a NASCAR race car or take a NASCAR ride along, visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com.
June 22, 2023
With 33 Years In The Racing School Business, Bob Lutz Looks To The Future.
Robert Lutz has almost singlehandedly revolutionized the racing school industry. Back in the 1990s, he envisioned a niche for NASCAR and Indy car fans who want to experience the thrill of speed, but don’t necessarily want to learn how to race cars as, say, a Skip Barber teaches.
So Lutz, 53, founded what was once called the Richard Petty Driving Experience, now, after many name changes, the NASCAR Racing Experience. The entity has put nearly two million regular folks, both in the U.S. and internationally, through its various drive/ride programs, making Lutz wealthy but also giving a boatload of bucket-list thrills.
There’s a lot of responsibility that goes along with such success, though. Imagine a newbie with no previous racing experience driving 150 mph on a track in a stock or Indy car. If something major breaks on the thing, the consequences could be serious. That said, NRE cars are built and maintained way better than passenger cars - like real race-cars, in fact - and are designed to handle high-speed wrecks. An accident at 170 mph in an NRE car is likely to do a lot less damage to its occupants than a crash in an SUV at 80 mph on the interstate.
February 19, 2023
Will Cain hits the track to get the full NASCAR experience at Daytona
Professional race car driver Corey LaJoie joined ‘Fox & Friends Weekend’ to react to Will Cain’s NASCAR experience ahead of the Daytona 500.
December 29, 2022
Maryland players check out race cars at Charlotte Motor Speedway ahead of Duke’s Mayo Bowl
Maryland is set to have a big game in the 2022 Duke’s Mayo Bowl against No. 23 NC State. The Terrapins are already having a fun time in the extracurricular events.
Running back Challen Faamatau, defensive lineman Quashon Fuller, offensive lineman Kyle Long, running back Antwain Littleton II, quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa, quarterback Billy Edwards Jr, running back Roman Hemby, and wide receivers coach Gunter Brewer were all among the players and coaches that rode shotgun in a NASCAR that drove 170 miles per hour on the track in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Video from the Terps’ test ride was released on Maryland’s social media as players were having the ride of their lives. Read More >>
Arizona Cardinals, Arizona Diamondbacks, MMA fighters and more tackle Phoenix Raceway in NASCAR Racing Experience cars
October 22, 2022
Some familiar faces to local sports fans learned how to drive NASCAR race cars around Phoenix Raceway on Friday. Members of the Arizona Cardinals, Arizona Diamondbacks, MMA fighters and social media influencers drove NASCAR Racing Experience cars around the championship 1-mile oval.
After their driving sessions, NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Jarrett put them in the passenger seat of his race car and showed them how a three-time DAYTONA 500 champion navigates Phoenix Raceway’s challenging doglegged track.
Athletes included:
- Victor Dimukeje, Jesse Luketa and Cameron Thomas – Arizona Cardinals
- Shaun Phillips – Retired NFL Pro Bowler
- Stone Garrett and Josh Rojas – Arizona Diamondbacks
- Sullivan Cauley and A.J. McKee – Bellator MMA
NASCAR fans can experience the same thrill at Phoenix Raceway leading up to NASCAR Championship Weekend.
Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 1, the NASCAR Racing Experience will offer driving opportunities each day through Thursday, Nov. 3, while also offering those opportunities on Monday, Nov. 7, the day after the NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race at Phoenix Raceway.
NASCAR Racing Experience tickets at Phoenix Raceway are on sale now and can be purchased online at nascarracingexperience.com.
Fans who haven’t already purchased tickets for NASCAR Championship Weekend Nov. 4-6 are encouraged to do so without hesitation. Grandstand and hillside tickets for the NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race on Sunday, Nov. 6, are already sold out and only a limited number of standing-room-only tickets remain. Tickets are also selling fast for the Friday, Nov. 5, doubleheader featuring the ARCA Menards Series West championship race and the Lucas Oil 150, the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series championship race.
That action sets the table for Saturday’s NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship day, which also includes Busch Light Pole Award qualifying for the NASCAR Cup Series. Fans can purchase their tickets now at www.phoenixraceway.com.
Reality TV Star, Rick Harrison hits the track with NASCAR Racing Experience!
CHARLOTTE (October 22, 2022) –
Saturday at Charlotte Motor Speedway with NASCAR Racing Experience was exciting as we had Reality TV Star and TV Personality "Rick Harrison" as a participant.
"I was the most fun I have ever had in my life" and "The Ultimate Adrenaline Rush" are just a couple of ways Rick Harrison described his NASCAR experience. Stellar reviews are even better when they come from a guy like Rick Harrison, said Kurt Weinhardt, Director of Sales and Marketing at NASCAR Racing Experience. "He was alot of fun! We really enjoyed having Rick and the customers loved it too!"
Rick Harrison was able to experience first hand what NASCAR is all about as he drove a real NASCAR race car and did a NASCAR Ride Along with NASCAR Racing Experience at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Book your once in a lifetime experience today and see what its like first hand.
NASCAR Racing Experience HEATS UP THE RACE WEEKEND AT DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY THIS AUGUST
FANS CAN RACE THE HIGH BANKS OR RIDE WITH A PRO THROUGH THE NASCAR RACING EXPERIENCE
CHARLOTTE (August 24, 2022) – The NASCAR season is in high gear and ready to head to the playoffs. Fans at Daytona International Speedway can join in the excitement and take laps at the famous racetrack from August 24 to 29, 2022, thanks to the NASCAR Racing Experience.
NASCAR fans who want to experience the driver’s seat just like the stars on Saturday night can don helmets and fire-suits to take laps on the high banks where their heroes race. Those who want to ride with a pro can join in the fun with the ride-along experience.
The NASCAR Racing Experience at Daytona International Speedway is on sale with prices starting at just $339.99 to drive a NASCAR race car and $159.99 for NASCAR Ride Alongs. Visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com to book your high-banked action.
“We’ve seen the excitement for the 2022 NASCAR season building since the start of the year,” said Robert Lutz, chief executive officer of Driving 101. “Fans are ready to see the stars of the sport battle for the championship over these next 10 weeks. That excitement transfers to fans wanting the racing experience first-hand. We’re excited to be able to offer fans the thrill of actually doing laps at Daytona International Speedway.”
Phoenix Raceway and NACSAR Racing Experience @ NASCAR Championship
PHOENIX — NASCAR Championship weekend at Phoenix Raceway is bringing the ‘NASCAR Racing Experience’ to fans this November, including the unique opportunity to drive race cars on the track!
“Our fans can actually get inside a NASCAR stock car and take laps [on] the same track that the professional drivers are going to run on across the weekend,” said Julie Giese, Phoenix Raceway President, to ABC15. “You can ride in a car with an instructor/professional driver, or you can actually take your hand behind the wheel if you want and make your own lapse around the racetrack in a stock car. There’s several days that we’re going to be doing that.” READ MORE CLICK HERE
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FOX and Friends with NASCAR Racing Experience
BEST. EXPERIENCE. EVER.
Pete Hegseth, co-host of FOX & Friends drove 154 mph with NASCAR Racing Experience at Daytona International Speedway. He got to drive a real NASCAR Race Car around Daytona International Speedway before the Daytona 500 and did a NASCAR Ride Along with one of the NASCAR Racing Experience professional racing instructors. Pete got the "full NASCAR Experience at Daytona"
A Valentine's Day Gift they will LOVE forever! Give NASCAR Racing Experience!
Valentine's Day is February 14th. This Valentine's Day, give them a gift they are sure to LOVE. Give NASCAR Racing Experience. And Gift Certificates are the perfect gift. Personalized, emailed and NEVER expire. Gift Certificates are available and are the perfect gift for your special someone. You give the Gift Certificate, they choose the location, date and time they want to do NASCAR Racing Experience. If you want to make a reservation, choose from any of the nationwide speedways and book their experience.
NASCAR Racing Experience is currently running a Valentine's Day SALE with prices starting at just $249.99 to drive a NASCAR race car and $129.99 for NASCAR Ride Alongs. Buy a Gift Certificate or Book a Reservation at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com or 704-886-2400.
Happy Valentine's Day!
January 11, 2022
DRIVING 101 ANNOUNCES 2022 NASCAR RACING EXPERIENCE COMING TO NEWLY RENOVATED ATLANTA MOTOR SPEEDWAY
Race Fans Have an Opportunity to Experience the New Track from the Driver’s Seat on January 15th
All eyes are turned toward Atlanta Motor Speedway as NASCAR drivers test the surface of the newly reconfigured and paved racetrack. Now, race fans can have the same opportunity as the NASCAR Racing Experience fires up the engines for a “first-look” driving and ride-along event on Saturday, January 15, 2021.
“NASCAR fans across the country are looking forward to seeing the racing action at Atlanta Motor Speedway this spring,” said Kurt Weinhardt, chief revenue officer for Driving 101. “For fans who want to experience it first-hand, we can put them in the driver’s seat to take laps before the NASCAR stars compete there. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a passionate NASCAR fan.”
Over the course of five months, the 1.54-mile oval speedway was molded into its new shape, sporting steeper 28-degree banked corners, new drainage technology, and covered with some 17,000 tons of asphalt. The all-new AMS will make its NASCAR debut during the NASCAR Cup Series Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 weekend March 18-20, 2022.
Reservations at the NASCAR Racing Experience at Atlanta Motor Speedway are on sale with prices starting at just $249.99 to drive a NASCAR race car and $129.99 for NASCAR Ride Alongs. Advance reservations are encouraged as track times fill up quickly. Reservations can be booked at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com or 704-886-2400.
December 26, 2021
TAR HEELS AND GAMECOCKS SET FOR A HIGH-SPEED NASCAR EXPERIENCE PRIOR TO THE DUKE’S MAYO BOWL
Driving 101, NASCAR Racing Experience and Charlotte Sports Foundation to Hold Annual Ride-Along Event for Players, Coaches and Team Members at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Monday, December 27, 2021
CHARLOTTE (December 26, 2021) – Before the University of North Carolina and University of South Carolina football teams take to the field for the December 30 Duke’s Mayo Bowl, the players, coaches and team members will have an opportunity to turn some laps at Charlotte Motor Speedway, courtesy of Driving 101, which operates the NASCAR Racing Experience.
Every year, the NASCAR Racing Experience, in conjunction with the Charlotte Sports Foundation, plays host to the teams competing in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl. Team members have a chance to check out the race cars and ride along for high-speed laps around the 1.5 mile oval with the NASCAR Racing Experience professional drivers.
This year, the event will be held on Monday, December 27, at 10 a.m.
“We’re thrilled to have both UNC and USC come out to enjoy the NASCAR Racing Experience before the big game,” said Kurt Weinhardt, chief revenue officer for Driving 101. “Both of these teams are based in NASCAR country, so it’s great way for the race fans on the teams – and those new to the sport — to participate in a bucket-list experience. We wish them both well in the upcoming Duke’s Bowl Game!”
About Driving 101: Driving 101 and its three trusted racing brands now offer the NASCAR Racing Experience at 16 speedways nationwide as well as running the Mario Andretti Racing Experience at 14 speedways nationwide. Both offer a vast array of corporate outings and motorsports-themed events. NASCAR Racing Experience is the leading experiential racing company in North America, offering the most realistic racing programs available to motorsports fans nationwide. For more information call 704-886-2400 or visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com
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December 22, 2021
Beds for Kids and Speedway Children’s Charities gets $10,000 donation from racing executive, Bob Lutz.
CONCORD, N.C. (WBTV) - Bob Lutz, CEO of Driving 101, which operates NASCAR Racing Experience, Richard Petty Driving Experience and Mario Andretti Racing Experience, presented a donation of $10,000 this week to Speedway Children’s Charities – Charlotte Chapter to support Charlotte-based Beds for Kids.
“We’ve been honored to support Speedway Children’s Charities for many years,” said Lutz. “Since the annual Speedway Children’s Charities gala was cancelled this year, we wanted to make sure we were continuing to help them fulfill their mission in the community with a donation to an important community organization.”
Lutz joined Lisa Starnes, director of Speedway Children’s Charities, and Malcom Graham, executive director of Beds for Kids, at Charlotte Motor Speedway to present the contribution. (Shown L-R: Graham, Starnes and Lutz)
Beds for Kids serves thousands of children and their families each year. With support from the community, they are able to continue advancing their mission of providing beds and essential furniture to children and their families in need.
“Christmas came early this year,” said Graham. “We were surprised and incredibly grateful to be selected by Speedway Children’s Charities and Bob Lutz for this holiday gift. This will allow us to provide nearly 70 beds for children in the Charlotte area, just in time for Christmas. Together we are furnishing futures!” Full Story Click Here
DRIVING 101 ANNOUNCES 2022 NASCAR RACING EXPERIENCE SCHEDULE- Country’s Premier Driving Experience to Bring Fast-Paced Fun to 16 Speedways Nationwide. Book Now for the Race Fan on Your Holiday Gift List
CHARLOTTE (December 17, 2021) – Motorsports’ leading fan driving experience partners – Driving 101, which operates NASCAR Racing Experience, Richard Petty Driving Experience and Mario Andretti Racing Experience – announced today the schedule of event dates at premier speedways across the country.
Race fans can drive the same tracks as their idols, including Atlanta Motor Speedway, Auto Club Speedway, Charlotte Motor Speedway, Daytona International Speedway, Dover International Speedway, Homestead Miami Speedway, Kansas Motor Speedway, Kentucky Motor Speedway, Homestead Miami Speedway, Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Michigan International Raceway, Nashville Superspeedway, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Phoenix Raceway, Richmond Raceway, Talladega Superspeedway and Texas Motor Speedway.
“At the NASCAR Racing Experience, you get the unique chance to race the same cars and the same tracks as your motorsports heroes,” said Kurt Weinhart, chief revenue officer for Driving 101. “We know that people are planning in advance for their vacations and events next year. With the complete 2022 NASCAR Racing Experience calendar in hand, they can secure their seat for this once-in-a-lifetime experience, bucket-list trip or corporate event.”
The NASCAR Racing Experience makes the ideal holiday gift for any race fan or thrill seeker. Reservations at the NASCAR Racing Experience are on sale with prices starting at just $249.99 to drive a NASCAR race car and $129.99 for NASCAR Ride Alongs. Advance reservations are encouraged as track times fill up quickly. Reservations can be booked at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com or 704-886-2400.
Driving 101 and its three trusted racing brands now runs at 16 nationwide speedways for NASCAR Racing Experience as well as 14 nationwide speedways for Mario Andretti Racing Experience.
“The 2022 season offers the best NASCAR stock car and Indy-style car driving experience choice for customers, race fans, thrill seekers and corporate America. In short, we are the leader in the driving experience industry. We’ve enhanced our nationwide locations, strengthened our marketing strategies, and made the racing experience even more authentic,” said Weinhardt.
About Driving 101: Driving 101 and its three trusted racing brands now the NASCAR Racing Experience at 16 speedways nationwide as well as running the Mario Andretti Racing Experience at 14 speedways nationwide. Both offer a vast array of corporate outings and motorsports-themed events. NASCAR Racing Experience is the leading experiential racing company in North America, offering the most realistic racing programs available to motorsports fans nationwide. For more information call 704-886-2400 or visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com
November 22, 2021
Voted #1 Gift this Holiday Season. Best. Gift. Ever.
This Holiday, give the BEST. GIFT. EVER. Give NASCAR Racing Experience! Voted #1 on the Christmas List. You can drive a NASCAR race car or Ride Along on the nation's premier speedways. And Gift Giving is easier than ever with a Gift Certificate. Emailed, personalized and NEVER expire. Gift Certificates can be used at ANY of the nationwide speedways and are for an experience or for a dollar amount. NASCAR Racing Experience is as real as it gets! Be sure to check out the Holiday SALE and SAVE up to 50% today. We wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday Season. For more information go to www.NASCARRacingExperience.com
October 11, 2021
Jim Clash, Forbes.com
War Hero Joe Kittinger’s Daytona Joy Ride: ‘A Redneck’s Dream’
Joe Kittinger is not a household name. But if you mention him to aviation- and astronaut-types, they know who he is. In 1960, as research for NASA’s then-fledgling space program, he rode a helium balloon to 102,800 feet above the Earth, then jumped out, eclipsing 600 mph during his free-fall. His parachute opened at 14,000 feet, and he gently glided to the surface of the New Mexico desert.
Kittinger had just been the highest man in the world, at the edge of space, and, when he returned to Earth, he was almost as high. A telegram awaited him from seven Mercury astronauts, including the late John Glenn, congratulating him for his daring experiment. Kittinger had proved that test pilots and astronauts could eject at extreme altitudes, and survive.
Imagine my nervousness just before I was about to take him for a 170-mph thrill ride around the Daytona International Speedway, courtesy of the NASCAR Racing Experience.
September 3, 2021
College Game Day came to Charlotte, North Carolina in a FAST way! ESPN's College Game Day hosts including 2011 College Hall of Fame, MVP of Super Bowl XXI Desmond Howard, three-time All American for University of Georgia and former NFL linebacker for the Cincinnati Begals, David Pollack and writer for ESPN Gene Wojciechowski came out to Charlotte Motor Speedway on Friday for a NASCAR Ride Along with NASCAR Racing Experience. All the ESPN College Game Day Hosts got a taste of speed and a NASCAR thrill like no other in a 3 lap NASCAR Ride Along around Charlotte Motor Speedway. "We were excited to have these ESPN Game Day Hosts at NASCAR Racing Experience. It was fun seeing their reactions after going for the NASCAR Ride Alongs" said Kurt Weinhardt, Director of Sales and Marketing.
If you want to take a NASCAR Ride Along at Charlotte Motor Speedway or any of the nationwide speedways offered, go to www.NASCARRacingExperience.com to make your reservation or for more information. NASCAR Ride Alongs are on SALE starting at $99.99.
August 16, 2021
The man next to me strapped snugly into the passenger seat is Antron Brown, a famous drag-racer from Don Schumacher Racing. Brown regularly takes his nitro-burning Matco Tools top-fuel dragster from a dead start to 330 mph in less than four seconds as part of his job competing on the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) circuit. Think about that for a minute. How many of us will ever get to go 330 mph in a car – let alone, do it in less than four seconds?
The vehicle we’re in today isn’t quite as quick as Brown’s 12,000-horsepower dragster. It’s a stock car, courtesy of the NASCAR Racing Experience (NRE), a school of sorts that puts race fans behind the wheels of 600-plus-horsepower cars, and/or gives them high-speed ride-alongs, on well-known tracks across the U.S., including Charlotte Motor Speedway (North Carolina), Talladega Superspeedway (Alabama), Texas Motor Speedway, AutoClub Speedway (California), Las Vegas Motor Speedway (Nevada) and Michigan International Speedway.
July 10, 2021
Post Malone and NASCAR Racing Experience
Check out Post Malone's latest video with NASCAR race cars provided by NASCAR Racing Experience at Auto Club Speedway.
"The race car-themed, Cole Bennett-directed clip finds Malone taking laps around a NASCAR track in a custom Rolls Royce, and boasts cameos from Ty Dolla $ign, French Montana, Tyga, Big Sean, SAINt JHN, Pressa, Trinidad James, Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee, and more." Read More and See the video now>>
July 3, 2021
Work to Drive a Race Car launches nationwide
Did you hear about the NASCAR Racing Experience “Work to Drive” program? That’s right….You can "Work to Drive a race car! You work on a track day as a volunteer and in exchange we give you a FREE driving experience!
NASCAR Racing Experience is now looking for a few people who want to Work to Drive at some of our nationwide speedways including Charlotte, Kentucky, Texas, Atlanta, Nashville, Richmond, New Hampshire, Kansas. Michigan, Auto Club and Dover. Applicants need to be 18 years old and enjoy working outside with people. No work experience is required. And a love for racing is a bonus!
We can’t wait to work with you and give you an experience of a lifetime in exchange for your hard work. If interested, Click here to apply now on Facebook or email Tkissel@driving101.com.
May 27, 2021
Father's Day is June 20th.
This Father's Day, give Dad the Experience of a Lifetime. Give NASCAR Racing Experience.
NASCAR Racing Experience is a Gift DAD will cherish forever. Gift Certificates are available for experiences or any dollar amount and are good for ANY of NASCAR Racing Experience or Mario Andretti Racing Experience nationwide speedways. Give a Gift Certificate and SAVE up to 50%! They're personalized, emailed and NEVER Expire!
We wish all the Dads, Grand Dads, Step Fathers, and Father figures a Happy Father's Day!
For more information, to buy a Gift Certificate or to book your NASCAR experience visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com or call Customer Service at 704-886-2400.
April 27, 2021
I'm gunning the throttle of a 600-plus-horsepower stock car in pit lane at the Daytona International Speedway. Next to me in the passenger seat is Michael Waltrip, the famous NASCAR racer-turned-broadcaster. Needless to say, I'm a little nervous. While I have given hundreds of high-speed ride-alongs to friends and customers at the Nascar Racing Experience (NRE), I'd never had a star driver like Waltrip with me. In fact, up until two years ago, I had never given a race-car ride to anyone.
It's funny how things evolve if you take small steps and let destiny run its course. Twenty years ago, I had my first experience as a newbie student with NRE, then known as Driving 101. It was at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway for a Forbes story about racing schools. As research, I drove on the track and interviewed NRE's chief executive and founder, Robert J. Lutz......
Be a part of our TEAM! We are NOW HIRING!
NASCAR Racing Experience is excited to announce we are NOW HIRING! Love racing? Are you a NASCAR fan? Do you like working with people? There are multiple jobs available at all of our nationwide speedway locations. Job opportunities include Customer Service, Track Side Pit Team, Mechanics, Photographers and more. Apply online today! APPLY NOW
No experience is necessary. Training is included. Must be a minimum of 18 years old.
January 26, 2021
Valentine's Day is February 14th.
This Valentine's Day, give the SWEETEST. GIFT. EVER. Give NASCAR Racing Experience.
NASCAR Racing Experience is a Gift they'll LOVE for Valentine's Day. Gift Certificates are available for experiences or any dollar amount and are good for ANY of NASCAR Racing Experience or Mario Andretti Racing Experience nationwide speedways. Give a Gift Certificate and SAVE up to 50%! They're personalized, emailed and NEVER Expire!
We wish everyone LOVE and HAPPINESS this Valentine's Day.
For more information, to buy a Gift Certificate or to book your NASCAR experience visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com or call Customer Service at 704-886-2400.
November 9, 2020
NASCAR Racing Experience- Best. Gift. Ever.
This holiday season, give the BEST. GIFT. EVER. Give NASCAR Racing Experience.
NASCAR Racing Experience launches the holiday season with the "Best. Gift. Ever". Gift Certificates are available for experiences or any dollar amount and are good for ANY of NASCAR Racing Experience or Mario Andretti Racing Experience nationwide speedways. Give a Gift Certificate and SAVE up to 50%! They're personalized, emailed and NEVER Expire!
"This holiday season, people want to give an experience, something amazing, something to remember forever." said Heather Lutz, VP of Sales and Marketing. "With NASCAR Racing Experience Gift Certificates, it makes gift giving easy. You buy the gift certificate, they choose what date, time and speedway they want to drive."
We wish everyone a happy holiday season full of good health, happiness and cheer!
For more information, to buy a Gift Certificate or to book your NASCAR experience visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com or call Customer Service at 704-886-2400.
October 26, 2020
As Seen on CountryLiving.com
20 Experience Gifts for Loved Ones Who Have Everything.
This year, give them the gift of memories instead of stuff.
Is it just us, or is time passing even more quickly than usual? It seems like it was just the start of summer yesterday, but whoosh here we are, barreling toward year's end. And while there probably aren't that many of us who aren't glad to stick a fork in 2020, it also means it's time to—yikes!—start thinking about Christmas presents again. Don't have a clue what to get just about anyone on your lengthy list? No worries, we've come up with a great list of experience gifts. From subscription services to virtual classes, in-person....READ MORE>
For more information or to book your experience visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com or call Customer Service at 704-886-2400.
September 14, 2020
NASCAR Racing Experience and Dale Jr. give rides for Dale Jr. Foundation
NASCAR Racing Experience at Bristol Motor Speedway was happy to help Dale Jr. Foundation and Dale Jr. with rides for a great cause.
"September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and in our efforts to help raise awareness and fight this devastating disease, we had two #patientchampions from Nationwide Children's Hospital design our Ride Along car. Collin, diagnosed with Osteosarcoma, and Aria, diagnosed with Ewing’s Sarcoma, put their artistic talent together and designed a unique, fun and colorful paint scheme for us. Join with us in the fight against childhood cancer and help make a difference for the many children courageously battling this illness."
For more information or to book your experience visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com or call Customer Service at 704-886-2400.
September 9, 2020
Forbes.com and NASCAR Racing Experience in Las Vegas
The main reason I was in Vegas was to drive with the NASCAR Racing Experience and The Mario Andretti Racing Experience at the speedway there. The track is a 1.5-mile-long, D-shaped oval which NASCAR races on annually, and which briefly gained international prominence in 2011 when British IndyCar driver Dan Wheldon was killed in a spectacular 15-car pileup in turn two.
The schools' host, Todd Rasmussen, had scheduled me for multiple sessions in both the stock car and the Indy car. Afterward, I would also give a few rides in the two-seaters to customers who wanted a high-speed thrill. Truth be told, I had driven with the schools for 20 years at various tracks including Texas, Daytona, Charlotte and Fontana, so I had quite a bit of oval experience. But Vegas was new to me. READ MORE>>
For more information or to book your experience for 2021 visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com or call Customer Service at 704-886-2400.
August 11, 2020
NASCAR Racing Experience announces 2021 dates!
Just announced! NASCAR Racing Experience is excited to announce the first wave of 2021 dates at some of the nationwide speedways. You can book a 2021 date at Daytona International Speedway, Atlanta Motor Speedway, Charlotte Motor Speedway, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Michigan International Speedway, Richmond Raceway, Dover International Speedway, Homestead Miami Speedway, Kansas Speedway and Talladega Superspeedway today. And more 2021 dates and speedways are coming soon! Get your NASCAR driving experiences booked today for 2021 to secure your spot in the New Year.
For more information or to book your experience for 2021 visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com or call Customer Service at 704-886-2400.
May 21, 2020
NASCAR Racing Experience launches Father's Day 2020
This Father's Day, Give Dad the Experience of a Lifetime! Give your Dad, Grand Father, Father, Paw Paw, Daddy, or the man in charge a NASCAR Racing Experience Gift Certificate. A NASCAR Racing Experience Gift Certificate is the perfect gift! Gift Certificates are personalized, emailed and never expire. Plus they can be used for any of our nationwide speedways at either NASCAR Racing Experience or Mario Andretti Racing Experience. Buy Dad a Gift Certificate or make a Reservation and save up to 50% today! For more information visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com
Happy Father's Day!
Check out the NASCAR Racing Experience Covid-19 video
Get a glimpse of what we are doing at the racetrack to keep our customers safe. Safety has always been our #1 priority, which includes best practices that maintain a clean and healthy experience for our customers. We look forward to seeing you all soon! For more information and updates on Covid-19 visit us on the website at NASCARRacingExperience.com
March 11, 2020
CBS hit show "SEAL Team" is hitting the track with NASCAR Racing Experience
Get revved up! CBS SEAL Team is hitting the tracks with special guest NASCAR driver Austin Dillon and NASCAR Racing Experience. Tune into Seal Team TV Show tonight, March 11, 2020 at 9pm EST on CBS. It will show the Seal Team on track with NASCAR Racing Experience at Auto Club Speedway, Fontana CA in this action packed, episode!
Check out the teaser on Facebook. CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO TRAILER.
Seal Team fans, book your NASCAR Racing Experience at Auto Club Speedway or at any of the nationwide speedways today. You can drive a NASCAR race car and take a NASCAR Ride Along. Book at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com
January 30, 2020
Race Day Experiences Announced in Daytona, Las Vegas, Texas and Kentucky
New Race Day Experiences are being offered at select speedways during race weekends.
The 2020 NASCAR race season is here! Make your plans now to drive a NASCAR race car or take a NASCAR Ride Along during Race Weekends at the Daytona International Speedway, Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Texas Motor Speedway and Kentucky Motor Speedway. These EXCLUSIVE Race Day Experiences will be offered during Daytona Speedweeks February 10th-14th, Las Vegas Motor Speedway February 22nd, Texas Motor Speedway March 26th-28th and Kentucky Motor Speedway July 11th-12th.
NASCAR Ride Alongs are offered and NASCAR Driving Experiences. You can take a NASCAR Ride Along or Drive a NASCAR race car during race weekend. Very limited space is available and advance reservations are recommended.
Don't miss out on this exciting offer. Book your Race Dat Experiences today. Book online at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com or call Customer Service at 704-886-2400.
January 10, 2020
Drive and Ride during Daytona Speedweeks
Just Announced. Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! The 2020 NASCAR race season is coming FAST! Make your plans now to drive a NASCAR race car or take a NASCAR Ride Along during Daytona Speedweeks! This EXCLUSIVE Race Day Experience will be offered during Daytona Speedweeks February 10th-14th. NASCAR Ride Alongs are offered for $135.99. NASCAR Driving Experiences are available starting at $299.99 per driver. Very limited space is available and advance reservations are recommended.
Book your Daytona Race Day Experience during Daytona Speedweeks today for Daytona International Speedway. Book online at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com or call Customer Service at 704-886-2400.
November 5, 2019
The Holidays are upon us at NASCAR Racing Experience
This holiday season, give the Best. Gift. Ever. Give a NASCAR Racing Experience Gift Certificate. Gift Certificates make gift giving easy at NASCAR Racing Experience. Gift Certificates are personalized, emailed and never expire. Gift Certificates are available for any NASCAR Racing Experience driving experience or ride along offered at any of the nation’s premier speedways. Plus be sure to take advantage of the daily holiday promotional offers at NASCAR Racing Experience. Buy online at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com or call customer service at 704-886-2400. Customer Service will be open extended hours and weekends thru the holiday season.
We hope you and your families enjoy the holiday season and we look forward to seeing you soon at NASCAR Racing Experience.
June 18, 2019 Forbes.com Jim Clash
170 Mph Ride-Alongs Test Mettle Of Passengers - And The Driver
The Nascar Racing Experience and the Mario Andretti Racing Experience offer motorsports fans the chance to test their mettle in stock cars and Indy cars at high speeds, both as a driver and as a passenger.
Over the past two decades, I have participated in all forms of their programs at a variety of tracks including Charlotte Motor Speedway, Texas Motor Speedway, Kentucky Speedway, Las Vegas Motor Speedway and the Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, CA. In so doing, I have driven hundreds of laps and set student speed records.
So to push the limits a bit further, I asked Robert Lutz, who owns both schools, if I could take some of his customers out on high-speed, ride-along laps. To my surprise, Lutz agreed. He clearly has confidence in me. READ MORE>
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NASCAR Racing Experience Race Day Rides and Drives at Charlotte Motor Speedway
Charlotte, NC (May 2, 2019) – NASCAR Racing Experience will be offering NASCAR fans a true NASCAR experience prior to the Coca Cola 600 race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Race fans will have the opportunity to drive a real NASCAR race car or take a NASCAR Ride Along leading up to the Coca Cola 600 race on May 23rd, 24th, or 25th.
“What better way to immerse the fans in the sport than to offer them the chance to drive a real NASCAR race car before they watch the NASCAR race” said Kurt Weinhardt, the Chief Revenue Officer of NASCAR Racing Experience.
That’s right! Fans can actually live the dream and see if they have what it takes while in town for the Coca Cola 600 race. NASCAR Racing Experience Race Day Rides are on sale for $135.99 on May 23rd, 24th, and 25th. Fans can drive a NASCAR race car starting at $299.99. And if these dates don’t work with your race weekend schedule, other dates and times are available year round at NASCAR Racing Experience with prices starting at $99.99.
Very limited space is available for Race Day Rides and Drives during the Coca Cola 600 Race Weekend. Reservations are recommended and can be made at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com/CMS or by calling customer service at 704-886-2400.
About NASCAR Racing Experience: NASCAR Racing Experience is the leading experiential racing company in North America, offering the most realistic racing programs available to motorsports fans nationwide. There’s no lead car to follow and drivers race without an instructor alongside. The drivers compete in real NASCAR race cars driven by NASCAR drivers including Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Tony Stewart and Michael Waltrip, among others.
Reservations can be made at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com. Gift Cards are available for any amount and never expire. The customer service department is available seven days a week. NASCAR Racing Experience programs are conducted at 16 racetracks across the United States, and offer a vast array of corporate outings and motorsports-themed events. For more information call 704-886-2400 or visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com.
February 6, 2019
The Today Show's Al Roker, Bubba Wallace and NASCAR Racing Experience
Al Rocker with the Today Show came out to NASCAR Racing Experience at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Not only did The Today Show's Al Roker get to meet with Bubba Wallace on paving the way for NASCAR's next generation, but he also got a NASCAR Ride Along at NASCAR Racing Experience with Bubba Wallace behind the wheel. Watch the complete Today Show video Here>>>
NASCAR Racing Experience to Sponsor NASCAR Xfinity Series Season Opener at Daytona
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Jan. 29, 2019) – NASCAR Racing Experience has entered into a multi-year partnership to serve as the title sponsor for the NASCAR Xfinity Series season opener at Daytona International Speedway, part of DAYTONA Speedweeks Presented By AdventHealth. The 120-lap, 300-mile race will be known as the NASCAR Racing Experience 300.
“We’ve enjoyed a long-standing partnership with the NASCAR Racing Experience and are looking forward to expanding that relationship with this announcement,” Daytona International Speedway President Chip Wile said. “NASCAR Racing Experience gives their guests the opportunity to experience the same thrills and sensations that the stars of our sport encounter when they are battling for a coveted DAYTONA victory.”
The partnership between Daytona International Speedway and NASCAR Racing Experience will deliver additional ride opportunities for guests during DAYTONA Speedweeks Presented By AdventHealth. NASCAR Racing Experience will expand their yearly schedule at the “World Center of Racing” by offering both Drive and Ride experiences between Feb. 11-15.
Richard Petty Fantasy Experience announced for 2019
December 5, 2018: NASCAR Racing Experience excited to announce the Richard Petty Fantasy Experience for May 29-30, 2019 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. This announcement comes just before Christmas.
Racing enthusiasts, make your fantasies a reality with the Richard Petty Fantasy Experience. This once in a lifetime experience is truly a unique experience exclusively offered with NASCAR Racing Experience at Charlotte Motor Speedway. This Fantasy Experience includes everything you could dream of and more including: Meet and Greet with Richard Petty, Photo ops, Autographs, 43 Car Race Shop Tour, Lunch at the 43 car race shop, (3) 10 lap driving sessions, Unlimited Go Karting at The Speedpark, NASCAR Ride Along, , Two hotel nights, Bus, Video, Custom Commemorative Ring and MORE. This all inclusive package costs $5000 and is available for purchase now on www.NASCARRacingExperience.com or by calling customer service at 704-886-2400.
“We are excited to offer such a unique racing experience package with racing legend, “The King” Richard Petty. It’s definitely a bucket list item for sure and is forcaseted to sell out fast” said Heather Lutz, VP of Sales and Marketing.A very limited amount of space is available for this exclusive experience.
For more information and detailed itinerary on the Richard Petty Fantasy Experience, CICK HERE.
NASCAR RACING EXPERIENCE OPENS PERMANENT LOCATION AT TEXAS MOTOR SPEEDWAY TO PROVIDE THE ULTIMATE FAN RACING EXPERIENCE IN THE LONE STAR STATE
NASCAR Star Bubba Wallace to Showcase the NASCAR Racing Experience on His No. 43 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for Richard Petty Motorsports at the AAA Texas 500 at Texas Motor Speedway
Legends Appointed as Exclusive Corporate Sales and Events Partner for NASCAR Racing Experience at Texas Motor Speedway
- FORT WORTH (November 3, 2018) – Motorsports’ leading fan driving experience partners – Driving 101, which operates NASCAR Racing Experience, Richard Petty Driving Experience and Mario Andretti Racing Experience – announced today they will open a permanent location at Texas Motor Speedway. Through the partnership, they will offer racing dates year-round to race fans, thrill seekers and corporate executives.
“We are excited to join forces with Texas Motor Speedway to bring an incredible racing experience to race fans in real NASCAR race cars,” said Robert Lutz, CEO of Driving 101, which operates NASCAR Racing Experience, Mario Andretti Racing Experience and Richard Petty Driving Experience. “With permanent homes now at Charlotte Motor Speedway, Las Vegas Motor Speedway and now Texas Motor Speedway, race fans, thrill seekers and corporate guests can race year-round at destinations around the country.”
To promote the partnership with Texas Motor Speedway, NASCAR Racing Experience will sponsor the No. 43 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 of Bubba Wallace at the AAA Texas 500 at Texas Motor Speedway. It is the second time that NASCAR Racing Experience has sponsored his car. The legendary Petty blue race car will don the NASCAR Racing Experience stripes on the hood, rear deck lid and fenders for the race.
“Bubba Wallace has become one of the fan favorites in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series,” said Lutz. “By partnering with the team to share the NASCAR Racing Experience story during the Texas race, we can educate fans about the opportunity to race real NASCAR race cars at Texas Motor Speedway – just like Bubba.”
As part of the expansion to Texas Motor Speedway, NASCAR Racing Experience has engaged Legends exclusively as the onsite corporate sales agent for the property.
“Legends is excited to partner with the NASCAR Racing Experience to help create more awareness around what is a truly unique experience. We believe there is a big opportunity for growth here in the Texas market,” said Chad Estis, Executive Vice President, Legends.
The expansion to Texas Motor Speedway with a full-time operation will offer year-round experiences at 7 locations.. In addition, the NASCAR Racing Experience runs at 16 nationwide speedways as well as 13 nationwide speedways for Mario Andretti Racing Experience.
About NASCAR Racing Experience: NASCAR Racing Experience is the leading experiential racing company in North America, offering the most realistic racing programs available to motorsports fans nationwide. There’s no lead car to follow and drivers race without an instructor alongside. The drivers compete in real NASCAR race cars driven by NASCAR drivers including Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Tony Stewart and Michael Waltrip, among others.
Reservations can be made at www.NASCARRacingExperience.com Gift Cards are available for any amount and never expire. The customer service department is available seven days a week. NASCAR Racing Experience programs are conducted at 16 racetracks across the United States and Mario Andretti Racing Experience is held at 13 racetrack, and both offer a vast array of corporate outings and motorsports themed events. For more information call 704-886-2400 or visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com
About Legends
Legends is a holistic solution provider for brands in sports, music and entertainment. The Legends 360 approach leverages the company’s collective unparalleled experience in Global Planning, Global Sales and Partnerships and Hospitality across professional sports, collegiate, attractions, entertainment, international and conventions worldwide. We are the architects of premium sports and entertainment guest experiences. More information available at www.legends.net.
Contact:
Deborah Robinson
Nascar Racing Experience
(312) 505-4336
drobinson@vmg1.com
Jennifer Bozzelli
Legends
(212) 482-3759
Race Day Rides Announced for 2019
NASCAR Racing Experience excited to announce EXCLUSIVE “Race Day Rides” for Las Vegas Motor Speedway and Daytona International Speedway. Both speedways will offer race fans, thrill seekers, bucket listers and corporate America the chance to take a NASCAR Ride Along on race day or during a race weekend. And the price for a Race Day Ride? Just $159. That’s a deal and great idea for this holiday season.
Goin’ to the race? Take a NASCAR Ride Along during RACE WEEKEND or on RACE DAY! The Race Day Ride is an exclusive NASCAR experience. Sit back and hold on tight as you ride shot gun in a real NASCAR race car for a 3 lap NASCAR Ride Along at top speeds.
Exclusively offered at Las Vegas Motor Speedway March 2nd and Daytona International Speedway July 5th & 6th
Limited space is available for Race Day Rides and some restrictions do apply. For more information on Race Day Rides CLICK HERE>
Engelland Trades Sports With NASCAR Driver Kurt Busch
by Gordon Weigers @GoldenKnights / VegasGoldenKnights.com
From the outside, hockey and NASCAR appear to be completely different-because they are. But when Golden Knights defenseman Deryk Engelland and NASCAR champion Kurt Busch traded places for a day, they saw similarities in the two completely separate sports.
Busch, Engelland, and AT&T SportsNet Analyst Shane Hnidy took to the ice at City National Arena Monday morning to give Busch a crash-course on being a hockey player. Just before they hit the ice, Busch said he felt confident despite having skated only four or five times prior, though he worried he wouldn’t look as graceful as his new linemates.
Ranked in the TOP 5 of the Nation’s Favorite Experiences
Just announced- May 14,2018
Richard Petty Driving Experience and NASCAR Racing Experience was just ranked in top 5 of “The Nation’s Favorite Experiences”. Making Richard Petty Driving Experience the perfect gift for Father’s Day as well as a unique gift for Graduation. NASCAR Ride Alongs are on sale starting at just $99. Dad can drive a NASCAR race car for as little as $199. NASCAR Racing Experience offers the nation’s premier speedways to full-fill this once in a lifetime driving experience. And gift giving is easy for Father’s Day and Graduation. Give a Gift Card! It’s emailed, personalized and NEVER experience. Buy a Gift Card or book a reservation for your Dad or Grad and give them a gift they will remember forever!
Darrell Wallace Jr. lands NASCAR Racing Experience as No. 43 sponsor
Just announced- February 19, 2018
CHARLOTTE — Motorsports’ leading fan driving experience partners – Driving 101, which operates NASCAR Racing Experience, Richard Petty Driving Experience and Mario Andretti Racing Experience – announced today it will become the primary sponsor for the No. 43 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 driven by Darrell “Bubba” Wallace, Jr., for Richard Petty Motorsports at the Folds of Honor Quiktrip 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway.
Just Announced –Black Friday to Cyber Monday
Dreams will become a reality when you meet The King himself (Richard Petty) at a NASCAR race, plus drive a NASCAR Race Car for multiple racing sessions in the World Champion Experience. This Extreme Dream NASCAR Experience is for two (2) so you and that special someone can share the experience together.
Package for (2) includes:
- Meet and Greet with The King at a NASCAR race
- Photo and Autograph opportunity
- World Champion Driving Experience – at one of the nationwide locations.
- In Car Video of the driving experience
- Deluxe Photo Plaque to capture the memory of driving experience
- Garage/Pit Passes for Meet and Greet access
- Driver’s Fee, vehicle liability insurance
This is an exclusive offer with very limited quantities available and will only be offered for a limited amount of time.
Meet and Greet with the King will be coordinated based on Richard Petty’s availability. The World Champion driving experience can be reserved for any of the nationwide speedways and is based on availability. Reservations are required. A valid drivers license is required to drive. In the event of inclement weather or an unforeseen circumstance the Extreme Dream NASCAR experience will be rescheduled.
Total: $10,000.
Call 704-886-2400 for more information or to buy your special someone the Extreme Dream Experience for the ultimate holiday gift.
LAS VEGAS (Nov. 1, 2017) – Motorsports’ leading fan driving experience partners – Driving 101, which operates NASCAR Racing Experience, Richard Petty Driving Experience and Mario Andretti Racing Experience – announced today they will consolidate the organizations and their operations to deliver the ultimate on-track fan experience at racetracks around the country.
Together, these three trusted brands will create an even more powerful one, with more than 150 race cars – featuring open wheel and stock cars — and permanent locations throughout the U.S. With the consolidation, NASCAR Racing Experience, Richard Petty Driving Experience and Mario Andretti Racing Experience will now be able to offer its customers more dates at more of the nation’s premier speedways. The program will expand to Las Vegas Motor Speedway with a full time operation offering 200 days a year with the addition of Mario Andretti Racing Experience and their fleet of full size, Indy-style race cars. In addition, the consolidated experience will run at 19 nationwide Speedways for NASCAR Racing Experience as well as expanding to 15 nationwide speedways for Mario Andretti Racing Experience.
“This consolidation allows us to provide the best NASCAR and Indy-style car driving experience choice for customers, race fans, thrill seekers and corporate America. In short, we will be the leader in the driving experience industry. We’ve expanded our nationwide locations, strengthened our marketing strategies, and made the racing experience even more authentic,” said Robert Lutz, CEO of Driving 101, which operates NASCAR Racing Experience, Mario Andretti Racing Experience and Richard Petty Driving Experience. “Driving 101 is excited to be able to work with two of the sports icons, Richard Petty and Mario Andretti, to bring this racing experience to the fans.”
“This is all about giving the fans more,” said Petty. “If they want to drive a NASCAR-style car or an Indy-style car, they now have that option. They can go to more tracks across the country, too. It’s just a lot better for the fans and people who want this experience. I see this as a great situation for everyone.”
“It’s exciting to be part of this extended nationwide program for fans of open-wheel racing and stock cars,” said Andretti. “To combine forces with the legendary Richard Petty means race fans can experience some of the thrill we felt as drivers at more tracks than ever before.”
About NASCAR Racing Experience: NASCAR Racing Experience is the leading experiential racing company in North America, offering the most realistic racing programs available to motorsports fans nationwide. NASCAR Racing Experience programs are conducted at 19 racetracks across the United States and Mario Andretti Racing Experience is held at 15 racetrack, and both offer a vast array of corporate outings and motorsports themed events. For more information call 704-886-2400 or visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com
About Richard Petty Driving Experience (RPDE): RPDE is the worldwide leader in NASCAR race car drive-and-ride entertainment, available at speedways across the U.S. It has base locations in Las Vegas, Daytona, Concord, NC and Kansas City. For track locations, dates of operation, or to book an experience visit www.DrivePetty.com or call 704-455-9443, or stay up-to-date with Facebook, Twitter @Drive Petty or YouTube.
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NASCAR Racing Experience is excited to announce they will be offering Race Fans, Thrill Seekers, Corporate Groups and Bucket Listers 19 of the nation’s premier oval speedways in 2018. The speedways offered are not just your local, unknown speedways. These speedways are all oval speedways that NASCAR races on and has a NASCAR history offering the most authentic NASCAR experience possible. NASCAR Racing Experience and Richard Petty Driving Experience nationwide speedways will include:
- Daytona International Speedway
- Atlanta Motor Speedway
- Las Vegas Motor Speedway
- Indianapolis Motor Speedway
- Kansas Speedway
- Auto Club Speedway- formerly California Superspeedway
- Charlotte Motor Speedway
- Chicagoland Speedway
- Kentucky Speedway
- Miami Homestead Speedway
- Texas Motor Speedway
- Richmond International Raceway
- Myrtle Beach Speedway
- Phoenix International Raceway
- New Hampshire Motor Speedway
- Talladega Superspeedway
- Michigan International Raceway
- Dover International Speedway
- Gateway Motorsports Park
Drive a NASCAR race car or ride along in a NASCAR race car at one of these speedways in 2018. Make a reservation today or buy a gift card. Limited space is available and most tracks are forecasted to sell out in advance. We look forward to seeing you at a speedway near you in 2018!
NASCAR RACING EXPERIENCE AND RICHARD PETTY DRIVING EXPERIENCE TO COMBINE FORCES TO DELIVER ULTIMATE ON-TRACK FAN EXPERIENCE AROUND THE COUNTRY
CHARLOTTE, NC (July 23, 2017) – NASCAR’s leading fan driving experience partners – NASCAR Racing Experience and Richard Petty Driving Experience – announced today they will consolidate the two organizations and their operations to deliver the ultimate on-track fan experience at more than 20 racetracks around the country.
Together, these two trusted brands will create an even more powerful one, with more than 100 race cars and permanent locations throughout the U.S. With the consolidation, NASCAR Racing Experience and Richard Petty Driving Experience will now be able to offer its customers more dates at more of the nation’s premier speedways, adding Daytona International Speedway, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Kansas Speedway and Las Vegas Motor Speedway to NASCAR Racing Experience’s lineup of Atlanta Motor Speedway, Auto Club Speedway, Charlotte Motor Speedway, Chicagoland Speedway, Dover International Raceway, Homestead Miami Speedway, Kentucky Motor Speedway, Myrtle Beach Speedway, Michigan International Speedway, New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Phoenix International Raceway, Richmond International Raceway, Talladega Superspeedway and Texas Motor Speedway.
As part of the consolidation, both organizations will continue to operate under their current brands and announced schedules for the immediate future. Terms of the agreement were not available.
“This consolidation advances our ambition to be the best NASCAR driving experience choice for customers, race fans, thrill seekers and corporate America. In short, we will be the leader in the driving experience industry. This will reinforce the positioning of our core brands, expand our nationwide locations, strengthen our marketing strategies while offering the most professional and realistic NASCAR driving experience,” said Robert Lutz, CEO of Driving 101, which operates NASCAR Racing Experience. “NASCAR Racing Experience is excited to be able to work with one of the sports icons, NASCAR Hall of Fame Legend Richard Petty. I started my career working with Richard Petty and am happy to be able to work with him and the entire staff at Richard Petty Driving Experience again.”
“As we have always done, we want to give the best experience for our fans,” said Richard Petty. “Boston Ventures acquired Richard Petty Driving Experience in 2008. When they decided to exit and sell the business, we had an opportunity to consolidate the industry and bring the two faces of the sport together – Petty and NASCAR are one in the same.”
About NASCAR Racing Experience: NASCAR Racing Experience is the leading experiential racing company in North America, offering the most realistic NASCAR racing programs available to NASCAR fans nationwide. NASCAR Racing Experience programs are conducted at 17 racetracks across the United States and offer a vast array of corporate outings and motorsports themed events. For more information call 704-886-2400 or visit www.NASCARRacingExperience.com
About Richard Petty Driving Experience (RPDE): RPDE is the worldwide leader in NASCAR race car drive-and-ride entertainment, available at speedways across the U.S. It has base locations in Las Vegas, Daytona, Concord, NC and Kansas City. For track locations, dates of operation, or to book an experience visit www.DrivePetty.com or call 704-455-9443, or stay up-to-date with Facebook, Twitter @Drive Petty or YouTube.
