Join us on May 10th for the

Lightning Lap Track Day Event on  Grand Course fueled by 

  Car and Driver and Kaizen Autosport.

 

For enthusiasts with no track experience, come drive the famous race course for 2 hour driving experience with pro coaches to guide you.

For experienced drivers, Challenge yourself to beat the Lightning Lap Record. Run the fastest possible lap in the ultimate test of performance.

Take on VIR's 4.1 Mile 24 Turn Grand Course.   This is the toughest course in America, a thrilling mix of challenging corners and high-speed straights. Going fast here requires power and grip and resilience, plus a whole lot of confidence. 


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                                      LIGHTNING LAP:THE TRACK DAY
                                      EVENT DETAILS 

                                      Wednesday, May 10th from 7am to 6pm
                                      Virginia International Raceway
                                      $795 per Driver

                                      ENTHUSIAST GROUP 
                                      For Drivers who have never been on track or less than 5 HPDE track days. 
                                      Format
                                      Four 30 minute sessions in a high speed lead follow format.
                                      There will be designated Passing zones in the afternoon where point by's will be required.
                                      Perfect to come out and see what the track is like!

                                      EXPERIENCED GROUP
                                      Drivers must have minimum of 5 HPDE track days at any race track to compete in the Time Trial

                                      Experience drivers will be splt into two groups for three 30 min driving sessions with maximum of 30 cars on track.  In the afternoon, there are two 30 min driving sessions with drivers split into four groups based on laptimes from the morning.  Afternoon sessions are limited to only 15 cars on track so drivers can set their fastest laps with no traffic. 

                                      Experienced drivers who wish to compete for fastest lap will be categorized into one of 10 classes. There are 10 classes for Street and Race Cars.   Classes are based on price of the car.  Car and Driver staff will verify classing for street cars based on MSRP of base car.  The race car classing is determined by the entrant stating the current value of their car.

                                      Format
                                      Three 30 min HPDE sessions in morning  with 30 car maximum
                                      Two 30 min timed sessions with 15 car maximum  

                                      10 Classes for Street and Race Cars for Time Trial
                                      Street Classes:
                                      LL1- <$35k, LL2-$35k to $65k, LL3- >$65k- $125k, LL4- >$125k-$250k, LL5->$250k
                                      Racecar Classes
                                      Prototype: LLP1 - <$125k,  LLP2->$125k   GT cars: LLR1- <$65k, LLR2 >$65-$125k, LLR3 >$125k

                                      Each class winner will receive trophy, Car and Driver media online recognition,  and All-Access Road and Track Subscription. 



                                      If you are planning to run the Lightning Lap Time Trial,   you can rent a transponder from us for $75;  check the box when registering to reserve.   If you have your own transponder, it must be AMB (Mylaps) and we need the transponder number.


                                      If you prefer to rent a car for HPDE sessions, Kaizen Autosport has over 15 cars available including:
                                      Three Radical SR3's, Two BMW M235i/240i, Nissan 350Z, 718 Porsche Cayman, Three Chevy Camaro's SS 1LE,  Ginetta G56 GTA, and Porsche Clubsport GT4  

                                      Click for Rental Options   

                                      Click to see Grand Course Track Map

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                                      Car Rules for Classing