Fri, Sep 14 - Sun, Sep 16, 2018

MotorCity BMW CCA Grattan HPDE; Sept. 14-16, 2018

Grattan Raceway

About this event

Welcome to the Motor City Chapter BMWCCA!

It’s time for our flagship high-performance driver’s education (HPDE) weekend at Grattan Raceway.
This is your chance to explore and hone your driving abilities on one of the most entertaining courses in America.
Grattan’s 2.0 miles of exciting and challenging corners (including a 160 degree hairpin and
a downhill reverse camber turn) make it one of the best around.
Recent track resurfacing only further enhances the experience.

All drivers—young and not so young; novice, intermediate, and advanced—are welcome.

This year, the event will be held the weekend of September 14-16, 2018
(Approved advanced students and instructors are also invited to drive on Friday, September 14th.)

*Must contact Ken Rutyna prior to sign up for Friday if you are a SOLO/Advanced Student*

Motor City BMWCCA prides itself on offering
some of the best in-car instruction in HPDE.
No matter your driving level, we will help you improve!

Click "Continue" below to start your registration now!

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Fast Facts

  • Location: Grattan Raceway in Belding, MI
    About 30 minutes northeast Grand Rapids
     
  • Event Type: High Performance Drivers Education (HPDE)
    This is a non-timed, non-competitive driving event.
    Participants safely learn and develop (a) high performance driving
    technique, (b) driving line at Grattan, and (c) situational awareness
    through on-track and classroom experiences.  In-car instructors are
    provided for all students, and solo opportunities are available if student
    and instructor agree it’s appropriate.
     
  • Driving Groups: Participants will be organized into one of four driving
    groups (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Solo) based on experience.
    Passing rules are more lenient for more experienced students, including
    open passing with a point-by for the Advanced driving group.
    Our goal is to foster a safe and invigorating environment for everyone!
     
  • Drivers: Need to be 18 years or older and carry a valid drivers license.
    You will also need a Snell SA or M-rated helmet (2010 or newer).
    We have some helmets available to rent, but supplies are limited!
     
  • Vehicles: Will need to undergo a pre-event technical inspection by a
    licensed mechanic.  Our apologies, Per BMWCCA Driving Events Operations Manual
    we cannot accommodate convertibles (soft or retractable hardtop), targa, or T-top vehicles.
     
  • Camaraderie: A cook-out will be held Saturday evening (September 15th)
    after the day’s driving is complete. At the Track.
  • Volunteer Options: Folks wishing to volunteer may now sign up via
    the event registration page.  Click "Continue" below to begin.
     
  • Additional Information: You can find more detail about our driving schools in
    general under the First Timer's Briefing (good to read even if it isn't your first time!).
    You may also ask questions by sending an email to:
    drivingevents@motorcitybmwcca.org
     
  • Forms: All participants will need to read and complete the following forms and bring them to the event where they will be collected by Motor City Chapter BMWCCA staff.
  • What’s Next: Click “Continue” to begin your registration!

Event requirements

Event requirements:

 

  • All drivers must be 18 years or older and have a valid driver’s license.
  • All vehicles must be titled and have a valid automobile insurance policy at the time of the event.

  • All vehicles must pass a pre-school technical inspection performed by a Licensed Mechanic and complete the appropriate form, which can be obtained from the Motor Citcy chapter website.  This is to be completed before the school.  No onsite technical inspections will be performed.

  • Snell SA2010, M2010 or newer helmets are required for all participants.
  • No vans, minivans, trucks, or other such vehicles are permitted.
  • Your car must car have the same seats and restraints for both the driver and passenger. No exceptions!
  • Open-top cars, such as t-tops and targas (with fixed A and B pillars) must meet BMW CCA National Standards. Convertibles (no fixed B pillar) must meet the BMW CCA Chapter Operations Manual, Appendix B, Section 1.2.9.7, Convertibles, and must have arm restraints for both driver and passenger. All open-top cars are subject to instructor availability.
  • A limited number of helmets are available for rental. Please indicate your interest on the next screen.


For questions or additional information regarding this school contact Gary Davis at (734) 308-7299 or by email at: drivingevents@motocitybmwcca.org.

Note that a separate application form must be submitted for each driver, even if you are sharing a car!

Please monitor the Motor City Chapter BMW CCA web site for up-to-date information.
 

Grattan Raceway

Belding, MI
Download track map
Download track map

Organizer

HPDE organized by

BMW CCA - Motor City Chapter

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