Drive Toward a Cure Day

NCM Motorsports Park

April 1, 2022

2022 UPDATE

The tornado that ravaged Western Kentucky left severe damage in its path, including at NCM Motorsports Park. Thankfully, NCM has finally been able to confirm that our 2022 event will be a “Go!” Though every building on site was damaged, the track surface itself is unscathed and we’re excited to get back on track!

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month

The month of April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month, and we’re seeking friends nationwide to help us spread awareness and raise much needed funds to Drive Toward a Cure for Parkinson’s Disease. Funds raised support PD research and patient care.

 

A Day of Unlimited Touring Lapping

Track season is back on Friday, April 1, 2022 with NCM Motorsports Park’s “Drive Toward a Cure Day”!

All marques are welcome, convertibles are welcome, and there is no helmet requirement. Participants drive their own car in a lead-follow format for over 4 laps at a time on the 3.2-mile road course above highway speeds. The pace of lead cars will be matched to the cars and drivers in the group to ensure that the driving is spirited and the day is exciting while maintaining a safe environment that allows for passengers! We accommodate a group maximum of 5 cars per touring group.

Reservations are highly recommended. Very limited walk-in spaces will be available.

NCM has set the cost for our 2022 event at $350 per vehicle, to be in line with other similar events. The fee includes:

  • Lunch for the driver. (Lunches for guests are $20 pp.)
  • A $100 tax-deductible* donation supporting Parkinson’s Disease research and patient care.
  • Unlimited lapping. Passengers are welcome — see below for info.
  • Drive Toward a Cure pin and window sticker.
Registration closes on Wednesday, March 30, at noon (CT).

A portion of our fundraising from the NCM Motorsports Park Drive Toward a Cure Day will benefit the Movement Disorders Clinic at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence.

Drive the All-New C8!

Make the day extra-special by taking the all-new mid-engined Corvette C8 on the ultimate track test drive! Pound around NCM Motorsports Park for four exhilerating laps during the “Drive Toward a Cure Day”. Read more from Road & Track!

The cost is $329+tax and fees for a session. And for one day only, $50 from every C8 test drive will be donated to Drive Toward a Cure to support Parkinson’s Disease research and patient care!

There are limited spots available!

All Cars Are Welcome!

No matter your ride, you’ll be in good company at “Drive Toward a Cure Day”! Past days have included cars including:

  • Corvette C4 through C8
  • Ferrari, Lamborghini and McLaren
  • Various Porsches, BMWs, Audis, and Mercedes
  • Camaros and Mustangs
  • Honda, Subaru
  • and more!

A portion of our fundraising from the NCM Motorsports Park Drive Toward a Cure Day will benefit the Movement Disorders Clinic at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence.

Drive the All-New C8!

Make the day extra-special by taking the all-new mid-engined Corvette C8 on the ultimate track test drive! Pound around NCM Motorsports Park for four exhilerating laps during the “Drive Toward a Cure Day”. Read more from Road & Track!

The cost is $329+tax and fees for a session. And for one day only, $50 from every C8 test drive will be donated to Drive Toward a Cure to support Parkinson’s Disease research and patient care!

There are limited spots available!

All Cars Are Welcome!

No matter your ride, you’ll be in good company at “Drive Toward a Cure Day”! Past days have included cars including:

  • Corvette C4 through C8
  • Ferrari, Lamborghini and McLaren
  • Various Porsches, BMWs, Audis, and Mercedes
  • Camaros and Mustangs
  • Honda, Subaru
  • and more!
Registration closes on Wednesday, March 30, at noon (CT).

Schedule

7:30am Gates open / check-in begins.
8:30am Mandatory drivers meeting.
9:00am Track opens.
12:00pm Lunch break.
1:00pm Track reopens.
4:00pm Track closes.

The day will run rain or shine.

Participant Requirements

All drivers must have a valid drivers license. The minimum age for drivers is 16 years old, or 18 years old to take part in the C8 Experience. The minimum age for passengers is 14 years old. 

  • No shorts or open-toed shoes on the track. Make sure you and any passengers are wearing long pants and closed-toe shoes.
  • Check your brake fluid level and tire pressures. Make sure oil and radiator caps are tight. Remove all lose objects from your car. (Consider bringing a bin or duffle bag for these items.)
  • Helmets are not required. However, if one occupant of the car chooses to wear a helmet, then all occupants must also wear a helmet. Cars should have equal seating and restraints for driver and passengers.

Make It a Day For the Family!

The National Corvette Museum – located just across the highway from NCM Motorsports Park – has tons to do for all ages.

Hours: Open 8am-5pm CT, Seven Days a Week. The last admission tickets are sold at 4:30pm.

Admission Prices: $15 Adults (13-61) / $13 Seniors (62+) / $10 Youth (5-12) / Free for childern age 4 and under.

Track Location

NCM Motorsports Park is located at 505 Kimberlee A. Fast Drive, Bowling Green, KY 42103.  (If you’re using an older GPS you may need to use the previous street address: 505 Grimes Road.)

Directions from Bowling Green
  • Follow I-65 to exit 28 in Bowling Green, KY
  • After exiting, turn left at the first stoplight onto Corvette Drive
  • At the end of the road you will come to a stop sign (note: cross traffic does not stop)
  • Turn left onto Porter Pike
  • Approximately ¼ mile down you will see the Park’s entrance on the left

*Your ability to take a tax deduction depends on your tax situation. Please consult an accountant.

Join Your Local Group

The first groups to join us are the Hurricane and Los Angeles regions of the Porsche Club of America. Both are organizing routes for a fun drive to support Drive Toward a Cure Day! Each club/region sets their own cost for participation starting from a tax-deductible* donation of $50 per person.

Organize An Event

Can we inspire a drive or set a theme for a track day or other event in your area? All makes and club types are invited. Let us know that you’d like to include an event in your area on our calendar and we’ll gladly add it and work with you to setup registration.

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