About this event
Wide Open Wednesday (WOW) is a unique program presented by Utah Motorsports Campus that allows enthusiasts to drive their street or race-prepared car at speed on our world-class racetrack in a non-competitive environment. AUTO CROSS and WOW + are also available. No previous racing or on-track experience.
WOW (Track Laps) $50
WOW+ (Classroom Session. Laps with Instructor) $65
AUTO X (Auto Cross) $10
WOW & WOW+(Classroom Session. Laps with Instructor & Track Laps alone) $95
Event requirements
WOW - Laps on Racetrack
Cars are released onto the track strategically. This allows you to drive at whatever speed your comfort level permits, to enjoy your car’s abilities and sharpen your skills. Precautions are in place to keep you and everyone else safe; it will definitely be one of the most memorable experiences of your life.
WOW+ (plus) Classroom Session. Laps with Instructor
WOW+, also known as 'WOW Plus,' does NOT include standard WOW. You may add standard WOW as an option during registration for an extra $30.
WOW Plus is for anyone 16 and older with an interest in auto racing (and valid driver’s license). WOW Plus includes a classroom session
WOW Plus uses the opposite track of the normal WOW
- Sessions will start on every half-hour beginning at 5:30
- Three Sessions available; 5:30 to 6pm, 6 to 6:30pm and 6:30 to 7pm
- A maximum of 10 students are allowed per session
Each session includes:
- Classroom instruction (20 min)
- On track lapping with qualified instructor (20 min session)
You can add AUTO-X and WOW to WOW+.
AUTO-X only: Timed laps on Autocross Course: Cost $10
Autocross is a timed course with lots of turns and cones.
Run unlimited laps on the road racing track and the autocross course, or at least until you run out of gas!
Helmets
All UMC OTD participants are required to wear an approved helmet while on track.
Car helmets (SA) must have DOT/SNELL ratings. Helmets cannot be older than 2005. Dirt bike/Motorcycle helmets (M) will not be allowed. (The SA standard requires a flammability test; the M standard does not.) If you do not have a helmet, you can rent one from us for $25