About this event
🏁 Hooked on Driving at NCCAR
Racing for Parkinson's, a 501(c)(3) organization Supporting Parkinson's Research | September 12–13
Join Hooked on Driving for a fantastic weekend at the North Carolina Center for Automotive Research (NCCAR) on Saturday, Sept 12th and Sunday, Sept 13th, and help us raise money for a great cause — Parkinson's Research! Not to mention, this entire weekend counts as a tax write-off for charity!
Join HOD for QUALITY track time! We offer the most track time with the smallest run groups.
✉️ Questions? Reach out to midatlantic@hookedondriving.com or Join HOD's Discord.
🚦 Registration and Run Group Info
This event is open to Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Expert Drivers — All drivers welcome!
Click Here for a brief description of the HOD run groups and some group-specific tips
💡 Early Registration: Register 45+ days before the event for an additional $50 discount!
All Drivers Get:
- 5–6 hours track time per weekend
- Complimentary coffee each morning
- Complimentary water throughout the day
- Slow-cooked BBQ included Saturday night!
- All HOD National perks as well as Mid-Atlantic Partner perks from Spicy Cat Racing and Thunder Lane US
Novices Also Get:
- In-car instruction from our excellent coaching staff
- Professional classroom sessions
- After-session group download / debrief with your coach
- ~2 hours of track time per day
🛠️ Recommended and Available Extras
- Helmet Rental: Available through HOD (select during registration)
- HANS device rental: Available through HOD (select during registration) and our partner Spicy Cat Racing
- Track Car Rentals: Want to rent a track car? Track Day Rentals Available thru our partner Spicy Cat Racing — Click here.
- Track Insurance: Need Track Insurance? — Click here.
- Track Damage Waiver: For only $99 a day we will cover the first $1,000 of facility damage & fluid cleanup (add this during registration).
- Parade Laps: $50, a tax-deductible donation that goes directly to Racing for Parkinson's (add during registration)
- Want to make the most of your track time? Trying to get faster or set a personal best?
- Book Performance Coaching through Spicy Cat Racing during registration - you get a professional coach to ride with you for in-car coaching and after-session downloads.
- Rent a data device to review your performance during registration
- Book the Data Analysis Class ($265, 2-day class with lunch included both days) to learn how to read your data device like a pro and get REAL, ACTIONABLE, insights to getting better on track!
- spICY Cat Racing Slushie Bar (11:00 AM – 8:00 PM):
- $15: Unlimited Gatorade slushies all weekend.
- +$7 ($22): Unlimited Gatorade + Adult Slushies. (Adult slushies are strictly served after 5:00 PM - once the track is cold).
💳 Pricing
💡 Early Registration: Register 45+ days before the event for an additional $50 discount!
| All Run Groups | $300 | $500 (Save $100) |
| Novice Coach Fee (Required for A-Novice) | $50 | $100 |
| Pro Coaching from SCR (for drivers looking to maximize performance) | $250 | $400 |
| SCR Data Analysis Class (2-day class w/ lunch included both days) | N/A | $265 |
⏱️ Schedule Info
- Track Time: Schedule will be announced closer to the start of the event, but expect 5–6 hours of track time over the course of the weekend!
- Early Load-In: Access to load-into the property will be available ahead of the event, starting Friday at 6pm, please keep an eye on the Live Schedule (will be sent out no later than four days prior to the event.)
- Saturday Night BBQ: BBQ Dinner (with sides, soft drinks, and beer) will be served Saturday night at about 5:30 PM after the track goes cold!
🌟 Why Hooked on Driving?
- Premier Track Driving: As the premier track day organization in the United States, when you get on track with Hooked on Driving you'll experience passionate staff and coaches to guide you through your time on one of the best circuits in the Southeast!
- Quality Track Time & Less Traffic: We are limiting our run groups at NCCAR to only 26 cars on track at a time, unlike many other groups who put 40+ — THIS IS QUALITY TRACK TIME — You can get a clear lap for a personal best easily!
- Run Windows-Up: No need to worry about what the weather is either because at Hooked on Driving you can run windows up!
- Hassle-Free Weekend: Dinner on Saturday night? That's handled by us, too! Just show up with your car ready to go on track and let us handle the rest of the weekend.
🧑🏫 Coaches & Instructors
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Join the Coaching Team: In-car coaching spots are available for a $75/day deposit (fully refundable after the event once coaching duties are completed).
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If you have not coached with HOD before, email your experience details to midatlantic@hookedondriving.com (experience will be verified).
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In-Car Communicators are mandatory for instructors. You can rent one or purchase one with an HOD discount from Spicy Cat Racing by signing up for your HOD discount here.
Event requirements
🏁 Getting on Track: Requirements & Guidelines
👤 Driver Eligibility
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Age Requirement: 18+ (ages 16–17 permitted with a signed parental waiver).
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Valid US Driver's License
🛡️ Safety Gear & Attire
Helmets & Head/Neck Restraints
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Helmets: Snell SA2020 or newer required.
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Not permitted: Snell SA2015 (or older), M-rated (motorcycle), or DOT-only helmets.
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Convertibles: Closed-face helmets with the visor down are mandatory.
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HANS Devices: A certified head and neck restraint (SFI 38.1 or FIA 8858+) is mandatory for all occupants of any car equipped with an aftermarket harness and roll bar/cage system.
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Rentals & Purchases: Helmets and HANS devices are available for rent in a variety of sizes (add during registration). To purchase a helmet, visit our preferred partner, Spicy Cat Racing.
Driver Attire
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Street Cars (Full Interior): Closed-toe shoes, long pants, and short or long-sleeve shirts, ideally made out of natural fibers (e.g., cotton/linen are good; avoid polyester)
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Race Cars (Gutted Interior): FIA or SFI-rated race suit, driving shoes, and gloves are strongly recommended by HOD and required by some race track facilities - if in doubt, reach out!
🚗 Vehicle Readiness & Identification
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Mandatory Tech Inspection: Tech Sheet - Download, print, fill out ahead of time, and then bring the completed form to check-in.
Note: Refunds or credits will not be issued for loss of track time arising from a vehicle or equipment that is unprepared, unsafe, or mechanically deficient.
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Car Numbers: Mandatory at all tracks on both sides of the car (minimum 6" tall, clearly visible to corner workers: not the same color as your car).
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HOD standard numbers are available with online registration or at the track ($15).
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📋 Policies & Track Insurance
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HOD FAQ: Many questions about HPDE, track driving, and Hooked on Driving can be found on the HOD FAQ Page
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Track Damage Liability: Participants are liable for any damages caused to the track and facilities. Repair costs will be charged to the credit card on file after the event.
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Damage Waiver: An optional damage waiver for only $99/day during registration (covers the first $1,000 of damage).
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Track Insurance: Flexible coverage via OpenTrack (Click here for a quote):
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Single-Event: Covers up to 4 consecutive days.
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Annual Membership: Unlimited track days, plus eligibility for additional cars and drivers.
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🏕️ Track & Paddock Amenities
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Paddock Space & Camping: Free parking for personal tents, canopies, and trailers.
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Camping in vehicles/trailers and electrical hook-ups are free (first-come, first-served).
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Paddock access and trailer drop-offs are allowed the night before the event, check the live schedule for time.
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All vehicles must vacate the facility by 6:00 PM on the last day of the event.
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Note: Hooked On Driving is not responsible for lost or damaged property.
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Food & Fuel: There is no Food or Fuel on-site at NCCAR! Please plan accordingly. There is a Shell gas station ~2mi away, right off I-95 in Garysburg.
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Saturday Social BBQ: Held in the paddock after the track goes cold Saturday night! BBQ, sides, soft drinks, and beer provided by HOD Mid-Atlantic.
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