FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- How do I register and how much do the events costs?
- See Registration Section for details. Prices will be announced for each event during the registration period.
- What happens if I need to cancel?
- Driver confirmation letters will specify the date on which cancellations will be taken with refunds and the final deadline for which there are no refunds. This is typically a week prior to the event.
- What should I wear?
- Comfortable clothes are a must. Loose fitting pants, shirts, sweaters, etc. Closed-toe shoes are required. Flat soled shoes like any type of sneaker are fine. Bring umbrellas and layers of clothes so that you are prepared for all types of weather.
- What items should I bring to the track?
- The list of “good to have” items for the track include glass cleaner, paper towels, brake fluid, oil, tire pressure gauge, rags, snacks, a container to stow your gear, a lawn chair, waterproof gear for you and your things (trash bags or a small tarp work well). Drivers should arrive at the track with a full tank of gas and tires inflated to the manufacturer’s specified pressures. It is important that drivers check tire pressures in the cold weather. The ambient temperature has a significant effect on tire pressure.
- What if I bring a different car than I registered?
- Drivers must attend with the car in which they were confirmed. If a driver needs to change cars, they need to notify the Registrar as soon as possible.
- What if I can’t make it but want to give my spot to someone else?
- Available spots are first given out to those drivers on the waiting list and any open spots will be filled through the Registrar prior to the track event.
- Is my auto insurance in effect at driving schools?
- There is a growing trend of insurance companies specifically excluding anything that happens in a closed-course facility, and this includes our driving schools. If this concerns you, you should check with your carrier if your auto insurance is effective or not at driving schools. Our legal counsel, Rich Milham, has written an excellent article on the subject. Please follow this link to read it.
- What should I do when I arrive at the track?
- Registration can be a bottleneck to the start of our day. Getting through registration and coming prepared will help us get everyone started on time. Specific details are provided in the drivers confirmation packet for each event.
- What if it rains?
- We run rain or shine. If it does rain, do not despair. Drivers can learn more about car control in the rain than any other time.
- How do I get to the track?
- Directions for each track can be found under the Tracks Section.
- Can spectators and friends come out with me?
- Yes, but everyone on the site must check-in and sign an insurance waiver.
CONTACTS
Driving Events Chair
- Rick Gulstrom rick@gmsarch.com
- Chief Driving Instructor
- Karl Seeger cdi@bmwpugetsound.com
- Track Event Registrar
- registrar@bmwpugetsound.com
