Program/Event Format

Our Program/Format/Regulations/Other FYI:

High Performance Driving Experience (HPDE) is organized in an enclosed track circuit with strict driving regulations and on track passing rules. 

This is a full day or multiple days driving experience where registered guests and participants bring their own vehicles to drive in agreement with instructor’s assistance/guidance, vehicle condition, monitoring, and are grouped by driver’s track experience and ability to maneuver their high-performance vehicles at high speeds around the enclosed circuit. 

Driver’s experience ranges from Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced.  This grouping procedure is completed prior to date of event with Q&A from organizer. 

This is NOT a competition of any kind and we DO NOT PROMOTE or CONDONE any form of competition or interactive racing at our events. 

***At our driving/track events, INCLUDED are lunch/beverages for registered drivers, professional photography, event videography, instructors, event souvenirs, hotel discounts, exclusive discounts from various sponsors, complimentary tech inspections from our tech sponsors, organized cruise to event, pre-event festivities, and other event giveaways/special features.

*All events are RAIN or SHINE events.

(NO REFUNDS or CREDITS for future events will be issued as our events are rain or shine events). No refunds or credits will be given to future events if drivers are no show or failed to sign in at the morning check in.

*No refunds will be issued within 2 weeks (14 days) of the registered event. Note: If the track cancel the event due to emergency reasons, credits will be applied for a future event.

First come first serve basis as limited registrations are available to prevent over registered drivers/vehicles for each event.

*Age: 18+ to Drive (with proper valid U.S. Driver's License). You must be at least 18 years old to drive on circuit.  Drivers must also hold a valid driving license in the country of their residence.

*Registered entry is PER DRIVER. Unregistered driver IS NOT PERMITTED to drive at any given time during the event.

No admission fees for passengers and spectators (INVITES ONLY). All drivers and passengers MUST have helmets. Long pants/Long Sleeve shirts are required at NJMP. Proper athletic sneakers and driving shoes must be worn.  No sandals, boots, and high heels are permitted for registered drivers.

*Helmets- A Snell SA2015 or SA2020 rated helmet dated 2015 or newer is required for all drivers on the track.

Each track session will be approximately 20 minutes (depending on the format of the event) and each track session will consist approximately 20-25 cars.

Track running hours is from 9am-12pm, 1pm-5 or 6pm. (1-hour lunch break 12-1pm).

Time of Vehicle Tech Inspection is at 7AM SHARP with Mandatory Drivers Briefing/Track Tour to begin at 8AM.

*Tech inspection sheets must be completed/signed by a certified mechanic or mechanic/vehicle repair shop within 2 weeks of event. Form must be brought to tech inspection on the morning of the event.

*DO NOT arrive late to circuit. (*drivers/participants who misses the morning driver's meeting/briefing at 8am WILL NOT be permitted on the track until after lunch break).  It is VERY IMPORTANT for all registered drivers to be in attendance without fail.  Those who miss the drivers briefing will miss the announcement of event format, scheduling, flags presentation, on track passing rules, and other related event updates.

Driver run groups will be assigned based on the registered driver’s prior track experience level in Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced.

*On track passing for all groups are ONLY permitted based on "POINT BYs" (no exception to this rule as both warning flags and verbal warnings by track officials will be given and dismissals from the event and track facility will be issued).

All events are Rain or Shine event! No refunds or credits will be given if registered participants is a no show.

Damage: Registered drivers, participants, and their guests, are responsible for any damage to NJMP or Thompson property including on track and off track.

Open Top or Convertible Cars: Must have approved rollover protection. Please contact the track director for additional information and consult chapter 62.
Convertibles are permitted. No passengers permitted at NJMP unless he or she is a certified instructor. Helmets are mandatory for both drivers and passengers.

GAS is available for purchase at NJMP and Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park. Please check with organizer on availability.

WARNING: The use of illegal drugs, alcohol, and any type of illegal substance usage are strictly prohibited during the event and on the track facility. Individuals caught in violation of any of the above will be immediately dismissed from the event and property of NJMP.