Know beforeyou go.

No. Most first-time drivers bring a safe, well-maintained street car. Convertibles and certain vehicles may have additional rollover requirements, so contact us before registering if you are unsure.

No. Novice HPDE is designed for first-time track drivers. Your day includes classroom learning, structured sessions, and an experienced instructor in the passenger seat to guide you.

Guests are welcome after signing the track waiver and following paddock rules. Minors must remain supervised. Passenger rides are limited to instructors and qualified experienced drivers approved by the event organizers; check the MotorsportReg event page for venue-specific policies.

APEX events run in almost any weather. Rain is an excellent learning opportunity and can make you a smoother, more aware driver. Severe-weather decisions or schedule changes are sent to the email address used for registration.

Every driver and passenger must wear a helmet carrying an accepted current Snell or FIA certification. Open-face and full-face helmets may be accepted in closed-cockpit cars; a full-face helmet is recommended for open-cockpit cars. DOT-only helmets do not meet APEX motorsport standards.

APEX rental helmets are available at most events and have historically been $20. Accepted certification years and rental availability can change, so the individual MotorsportReg event page is always the final requirement.

Track driving places far more stress on a car than everyday commuting. Repair known problems, replace worn or questionable parts, and arrive with clean, fresh fluids. A qualified repair shop or trusted APEX partner can complete a pre-track inspection.

The APEX tech form should be completed by an experienced mechanic. Drivers who are qualified mechanics and service their own cars may self-tech. Your car still needs a firm brake pedal, adequate brake pads and tires, a secure battery, working restraints, and an empty cabin and trunk.

Bring healthy tires with no plugs, visible damage, cracking, or questionable repairs. Older rubber and previously damaged tires are more likely to fail under sustained speed and heat. Z-rated or better performance tires are recommended, though event requirements control.

Racing slicks are not allowed in novice or intermediate groups without prior authorization. Full-depth new tread can feel less stable under hard cornering; if you install new tires, put roughly 300–400 street miles on them before the event when practical.

Driving suits are not required for standard HPDE. Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes—no sandals. Natural fibers or modern wicking synthetics are good choices. Long pants and sleeves are recommended for protection, although some hot-weather venues permit shorts and T-shirts. Fully prepared competition cars may call for a fire-resistant driving suit.

Pack for the driver, the weather, and the car. You do not need a race trailer, but a few basics make the day much easier.

• Water or sports drinks, snacks, a folding chair, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, rain gear, bug spray, ear plugs, and a change of clothes
• A bag for everything removed from the cabin and trunk, plus your phone, clipboard, pens, and completed tech form
• Tire-pressure gauge, torque wrench, basic tools, jack, engine oil, brake fluid, spare brake pads, duct tape, window cleaner, and paper towels

Corner workers are your communication system on track. Locate each station during warm-up laps and respond immediately. Ignoring a flag can end your event.

• Green: the track is hot—go, go, go
• Yellow: caution, incident ahead. Slow your pace, do not pass, and look ahead
• Black: come into the hot pits. Acknowledge the flag station with a wave
• Red: all cars make a controlled stop; a rescue vehicle may be on track or there may be a fire
• Blue with yellow stripe: look up—someone is trying to pass. Give them a clear point-by
• White: caution; passing is allowed
• Checkered: finish your final cool-down lap and come in

Passing is allowed only in the zones reviewed during the drivers' meeting. The slower driver must give a clear point-by before the faster car passes. Stay on the normal driving line and briefly ease off the throttle if needed so the pass finishes safely.

Watch your mirrors. If a car appears behind you, create a safe passing opportunity at the next designated zone. Racing another driver to the next corner or passing without permission can result in a black flag or expulsion.

Enter hot pit ready to drive: helmet secured, belts fastened, both front windows down, and wristband visible. Wait for the starter's signal, accelerate briskly, check your mirrors, and merge onto the driving line safely.

Signal pit-in with your left arm raised before the pit-entry corner. Observe the 20 mph pit-lane speed limit. Use the first lap to warm the tires, car, and driver; use the final lap to cool the brakes before returning to the paddock.

Safety is the first priority. Drive within your ability, follow every flag and official instruction, use only designated passing zones, and never treat an HPDE session like a race. Unsafe driving, repeated loss of control, ignoring point-bys, or endangering others may result in immediate expulsion.

APEX registrations are generally non-refundable and non-transferable. The limited cancellation exceptions are based on when APEX receives the request.

• 28 days or more before the event: minimum $25 cancellation fee, with up to an 80% refund
• 27–14 days before the event: minimum $25 cancellation fee, with up to a 50% refund
• 13–0 days before the event: no credit or refund
• Entries are not transferred to another person, and a waitlist is not used to find a replacement for a cancellation

Being waitlisted means that your entry is reserved as a potential spot should additional space become available for our track day events. You are not guaranteed a spot until you receive confirmation from us.

No. Your waitlisted entry is entirely free of charge, and no payment is taken at the time of registration.

Cancelling your waitlisted entry incurs no fees. You will not be charged any cancellation or administrative fees at any point.

We will contact you promptly via email in your registration if a spot opens up. Please ensure your information in MSReg is correct so you don’t miss out.

Yes, you are welcome to apply for future track day events. Each event has its own registration process and availability, so please check the details on our website.