ULTIMATE DRIVING EXPERIENCE

Q: How old must I be to drive?
A: Drivers must be at least 18 years of age, with a valid license, to participate in Autocross and BMW Innovations. Drivers must be at least 25 years of age, with a valid license, in order to participate in Street Tours. Driver’s licenses will be checked onsite.

Q: Are there any limitations to how many times I can participate in Autocross?
A: Drivers may only register for and participate in one (1) Autocross session per year.

Q: Can I change my Autocross session after I’ve pre-registered?
A: Yes, as long as the session you would like to be moved to has availability and you are requesting the change more than a day in advance of the new session. Changes on the day of the requested session will not be accommodated. Please call 1-844-793-3898 to make changes to your Autocross session.

Q: What if I am late to my Autocross session?
A: Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your Autocross session start time. If you arrive less than 30 minutes prior to your session start time, you risk forfeiting your reservation. If you arrive after your Autocross session has started, you will not be able to participate as all participants must attend the mandatory safety briefing at the beginning of the session. If there is availability for a session later in the same day or on another day, we will be able to accommodate you in that session; you may also choose to join the waitlist for later sessions on the same day or another day. We encourage you to participate in Street Tours or BMW Innovations if you are unable to join an Autocross session.

Q: Can I bring guests?
A: Yes, but all drivers must pre-register online in their own name. You will receive a confirmation email, once your registration is complete, to verify your Autocross reservation. All non-driving guests will be required to register when they arrive onsite.

Q: Can I have non-driving guests with me during my Autocross session?
A: Yes, but you are limited to one (1) non-driving guest with you in the Autocross vehicle. This guest must be at least 18 years of age. Additional seating will be provided for additional guests to sit at the track tent as a spectator.

Q: Can I have non-driving guests with me during Street Tours?
A: Yes, you can have up to four (4) non-driving guests in the vehicle with you. Car seats are prohibited in our vehicles; therefore, the minimum age of passengers is 8 years old. All passengers must be registered on-site. Children under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed on their behalf.

Q: Can I have non-driving guests with me during BMW Innovations? A: Yes, you can have up to three (3) non-driving guests in the vehicle with you. Car seats are prohibited in our vehicles; therefore, the minimum age of passengers is 8 years old. All passengers must be registered on-site. Children under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed on their behalf.

Q: Why can’t I pre-register for Street Tours or BMW Innovations?
A: These activities are available on a first-come, first-served basis and run continuously throughout each day. Guests can check in with the staff at these activities to participate.

Q: What time do Street Tours and BMW Innovations open and close?
A: BMW Innovations is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM each event day, with a short break from 12:00-1:00 PM. Street Tours opens each morning at 8:30 AM with the final group departing at 5:00 PM.

Q: How many vehicles will I drive during Street Tours?
A: Each participant in Street Tours will drive three (3) vehicles per Tour. Drivers will switch between the three vehicles during the Street Tours route.

Q: What does it mean if I am waitlisted?
A: Signing up for the waitlist allows drivers to obtain driving spaces in the event pre-registered guests do not show up for their reservation. Similar to flying standby, waitlisted drivers must check in at registration at their assigned activity time. Waitlisted drivers will be notified shortly thereafter if space is available on a first-come, first-served basis. As a waitlisted guest, you are welcome to enjoy the other driving activities, Street Tours and/or BMW Innovations.

Q: Can I bring food and drinks to the event?
A: Yes, but food and drinks, other than water, are prohibited inside the vehicles. Alcohol is strictly prohibited on-site.

Q: Will there be food at the event?
A: No, food will not be provided or sold on-site.

Q: Will there be merchandise for purchase at the event?
A: Yes, there will be event exclusive merchandise only available at Ultimate Driving Experience events in limited quantities for purchase.

Q: How much does it cost?
A: All 2024 BMW Ultimate Driving Experience events and driving activities are complimentary.

M TRACK DAYS

Q: How old must I be to drive?
A: Drivers must be at least 21 years of age, with a valid driver’s license to participate in all track activities. Drivers must be at least 25 years of age, with a valid driver's license to participate in Street Drives. Licenses will be checked onsite. (Street Drives unavailable at Monticello Motor Club)

Q: What time does the event start/end?
A: The Sprint Package has two (2) separate half-day sessions – a morning session and an afternoon session. The morning session will begin with registration starting at 8:00 AM and end at 1:00 PM with a lunch. The afternoon session will begin with registration at 12:15 PM and end at 5:15 PM with a meal. The full-day session will begin with registration starting at 8:00 AM and end at 5:45 PM with a mid-day lunch and end of day meal.

Q: What is the difference between the Sprint and Endurance Packages?
A: Our sprint package is a half day experience that allows you to test the full thrill of track activities including Timed Autocross, Lead-follow lapping, and our 0-60 drag-race challenge in exclusive BMW M models. The Endurance Package is a full day, jam packed experience with an exclusive lineup of BMW M models. In addition to the activities in our Sprint Package, experience our skid pad drifting challenge, extra lead-follow lapping time, and an exclusive Q&A with BMW M Motorsport racing drivers!

Q: How much does it cost?
A: Our Sprint Package is $625 per participant and the Endurance Package is $1,250 per participant. All reservations are non-refundable.

Q: Which vehicles are available to drive?
A: Pending fleet availability, track and activity vehicles may include M2 Coupe, M3 Competition, M4 Competition, i5 M60, i4 M50, iX M60, and XM.

Q: Can my family and friends ride in the car with me?
A: Only drivers who are registered for the specific session are permitted in the track activity vehicles; Guests accompanying paid participants must be at least 18 years old and must remain in the classroom area for safety reasons.

Q: Are there any limitations to how many times I can drive in the program?
A: Drivers may only participate in one (1) M Track Days experience per year.

Q: Is there a waitlist?
A: If your preferred session is full, there is a waitlist feature available on the registration form. Selecting this will take you to a separate website where you can put your name on the waitlist. Should a spot become available, you will be contacted by a representative to complete your reservation.

Q: Will there be parking available at the event site?
A: Parking will be available for all guests.

Q: What is the dress code?
A: Casual attire. Please be sure to wear closed-toe shoes for track driving.

Q: How fast will we go?
A: As fast as your capabilities allow. You should plan to easily hit speeds upwards of 100+ MPH out on the track.

Q: Will there be additional passengers in any of the vehicles with me?
A: No additional passengers will be asked to ride in the vehicle with any other attendee. The BMW Professional Driving Instructors will coach all participants by radio.

Q: Will there be merchandise for purchase at the event?
A: Yes, there will be event exclusive merchandise only available at M Track Days events in limited quantities for purchase.