Driver Education
What is Driver Education (DE)?
Concept
Drivers can drive their stock street legal Porsches on a racetrack, with other cars at speed. Drivers are grouped by experience and are paired with instructors who ride with them until they progress far enough up the experience ladder to drive solo. The passing is restricted to certain parts of the track and only when the passee waves the passer by. This is not a competitive event but it is close enough that you will get a taste of what racing feels like. This is also not a racing school. It is a car control school conducted on a racetrack, but the skills you learn are the foundation for the things you will need to learn to race.
Car Prep
No mods needed, although if you enjoy these events you will probably want to start doing all sorts of things to your car. (This is also when you start your descent into fiscal hell but that is for another article). What you will need to do is download a tech sheet from our website when you enter and go over your car thoroughly. This includes bleeding the brakes, checking pad wear etc. Then you need to take your car to your mechanic and have him check over the items listed and verify it is in compliance. Many independent repair shops offer specials on this for customers.
Equipment Needed
Just a helmet as described above. Some regions require long pants and long sleeve shirts but we do not. If you are going to do more than one of these (and you will, trust me) I would also recommend a racing neck collar and racing gloves.
Cost
Our events run about $200 for the two-day weekend. Unless you live close to Savannah, you will need at least one night in a hotel, food, etc.
Likelihood Of Car Damage
Minimal, but it does happen occasionally. Car to car damage is very rare in DE. On the rare occasion damage happens it is likely to be a one-car incident.
Is Car Damage Covered By Insurance?
This is a tricky one and responses vary by insurance carrier. As I emphasized earlier, this is not a competitive event so technically you should be covered. However, I have also been told insurance may not cover you. Best bet is to check with your agent.
Do I Need Any Special Training Or License?
Technically this is a school, so you will get your training at the event. When you are new you will go to some classroom sessions before going onto the track. Once on the track you will be with an instructor for your first several events until you demonstrate you have acquired the skills to drive safely on your own.
Last Updated: March 19, 2008
Files
Area Map and Directions to Roebling Road Raceway (updated: 3/24/2008)
Beginners Guide to Roebling Road Raceway (updated: 3/24/2008)
Registration Form (updated: 3/24/2008)
Technical Inspection Form / Medical Form (updated: 3/24/2008)
Upcoming Events
September 12, 2008
Drivers Education (DE)
September 12 - 14
Details to come....
Join us September 12th thru the 14th at Roebling Road Raceway for a 2-day driver experience where you will learning how to test your drivers skills.
Your helmet MUST be at least a M2000 or SA2000. M95 and SN95 helmets will NO longer be allowed.
Please contact Chris Lifka to get your Registration Form, your Technical Inspection Form and your Medical Release Form.
Track gates will remain OPEN till 9:00 PM on Friday night for late arrivals to drop trailers.
Our event headquarters will be the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites located at Exit 102 off I-95 in Pooler.
Address is: 103 San Drive, Pooler, GA 31322
For reservations call: 912.330.5100
Please contact Chris Lifka with any questions.
For more information, contact Chris Lifka