Chicago Auto Pros High-Performance Driving Experience
Ready to get your vehicle on the track to enjoy it's full performance? The Chicago Auto Pros High-Performance Driving Experience is providing car enthusiasts with the opportunity to enjoy their vehicle non-competitively in a speed-friendly environment at The Autobahn Country Club race track in Joliet, IL on Saturday, May 13th, 2023 on their North Circuit.
TRACK DAY TICKETS
You can select from beginner, intermediate, or advanced driving groups based on your experience. There are no more than 40 spots per group leaving plenty of space on track for everyone. Each group receives one 20-minute session each hour. All drivers must be over 18 with a valid driver's license. It is recommended that you bring your own helmet (must be SA2015 or newer) but if you do not own one there are a limited number available for rent. Registered vehicles are permitted one passenger, spectator or a second driver. Convertible vehicles can participate but drivers must pass the "Broomstick Test" which demonstrates adequate protection in case of a rollover accident and are only allowed in the "Beginner" class. Rember to fill up your tank before arriving. Fuel is available at the track but E85 is not available.
GATES OPEN AT 7:00 AM FOR REGISTERED TRACK CARS FOR MORNING AND ALL-DAY TICKET HOLDERS.
AFTERNOON DRIVERS SHOULD ARRIVE BY 12:00 PM.
THERE IS A DRIVER MEETING AT 8:00AM FOR MORNING AND ALL-DAY SESSION DRIVERS AND 1:00 PM FOR AFTERNOON SESSION DRIVERS. THIS MEETING IS MANDATORY.
DRIVERS MAY BE MOVED TO A DIFFERENT EXPERIENCE CLASS IF REQUIRED BASED ON CLASS SIZE, DRIVER SKILL LEVEL OR VEHICLE PERFORMANCE TO INSURE EVERYONE IS ABLE TO FULLY AND SAFELY ENJOY THEIR TRACK TIME.
SPECTATOR TICKET
Spectator tickets are available. Purchase your tickets prior to the event to speed you access to the event. CASH IS NOT BE ACCEPTED AT THE GATE. Please print your ticket or have the barcode ready to scan on your phone when you check in.
GATES OPEN FOR SPECTATORS AT 9:00 AM
MEDIA PASS TICKETS
Media passes are available for photographers. These tickets are very limited in quantity and allow access to areas around the track not accessible to spectators and participants. Please email [email protected] with links to your social media if you would like to be considered for a media pass.
KARTING
The Autobahn Kart Circuit is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Experience the 0.52-mile professional-grade track with their CRG Centurion Karts topping out at 55 mph! Drivers must be at least 14 years of age or older, drivers under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian complete the KCA Underage Waiver and have it notarized if the parent or guardian is unable to accompany them. The waiver is also available onsite for completion. Closed-toe shoes are required. An additional fee is required for karting. It is not included in the price of the track day.
SCHEDULE
Gates Open And Check In: 7:00am-8:00am (No starting engines before 8:00am)
Mandatory Morning Session and All-Day Driver’s Safety Meeting: 8:00am-8:30am
Vehicle Inspection and Session 1 Staging: - 8:30am-9:00am
Session 1: 9:00am-10:00am
Advanced Class - 9:00am-9:20am
Intermediate Class - 9:20am-9:40am
Beginner Class - 9:40am-10:00am
Session 2: 10:00am-11:00am
Advanced Class - 10:00am-10:20am
Intermediate Class - 10:20am-10:40am
Beginner Class - 10:40am-11:00am
Session 3: 11:00am-12:00pm
Advanced Class - 11:00am-11:20am
Intermediate Class - 11:20am-11:40am
Beginner Class - 11:40am-12:00pm
Lunch: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Mandatory Afternoon Session Driver’s Safety Meeting: 1:00pm-1:30pm
Inspection For Afternoon Session Drivers And Session 4 Staging: 1:30pm-2:00pm
Session 4: 2:00pm-3:00pm
Advanced Class - 2:00pm-2:20pm
Intermediate Class - 2:20pm-2:40pm
Beginner Class - 2:40pm-3:00pm
Session 5: 3:00pm-4:00pm
Advanced Class - 3:00pm-3:20pm
Intermediate Class - 3:20pm-3:40pm
Beginner Class - 3:40pm-4:00pm
Session 6: 4:00pm-5:00pm
Advanced Class - 4:00pm-4:20pm
Intermediate Class - 4:20pm-4:40pm
Beginner Class - 4:40pm-5:00pm
On Track Time Ends: 5:00pm
Group Gathering (No engines past 6:00pm) - 5:00pm-6:00pm
Gates Close: 7:00pm