HOD - OktoberFAST at NCCAR w/ Time Trial!

🏁 HOD – OktoberFAST at NCCAR w/ Time Trial!

North Carolina Center for Automotive Research (NCCAR) | Saturday, October 17 – Sunday, October 18, 2026

Join Hooked on Driving for a fantastic weekend at the North Carolina Center for Automotive Research (NCCAR) on Saturday, October 17th and Sunday, October 18th — including our Time Trial Event!

Join HOD for QUALITY track time! We offer the most track time with the smallest run groups.

✉️ Questions? Reach out to midatlantic@hookedondriving.com or Join the HOD Discord

🚦 Registration and Run Group Info

• This event is open to Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Expert Drivers — All drivers welcome!
• Click Here for a brief description of the HOD run groups and group-specific tips.
• 💡 Early Registration: Register 45+ days before the event for an additional $50 discount!

All Drivers Get:

• 5–6 hours of track time per weekend
• Complimentary coffee each morning
• Complimentary water throughout the day
• Slow-cooked BBQ dinner included Saturday night!
• All HOD National perks as well as Mid-Atlantic Partner perks from Spicy Cat Racing and Thunder Lane US

Novices Also Get:

• In-car instruction from our excellent coaching staff
• Professional classroom sessions
• After-session group debriefs / downloads with your coach
• ~2 hours of track time per day

⏱️ Time Trial (TT) Info

• Eligibility: At this time, Time Trials are open to C (Advanced) and D (Expert) groups only.
• Mandatory Endorsement: You must have a Time Trial Endorsement from HOD to participate (it is free). You cannot register for TT without an endorsement!
  • Already registered for HPDE? If you registered for HPDE and want to add TT, complete the endorsement requirements at the link below, then email ryan.lohrman@hookedondriving.com to have it added to your registration.
• Format: Time Trial is a 2-day event. Single-day participation is permitted at the same rate, but trophy eligibility requires recorded times on both days.
• Max Clear Laps: TT sessions run with only 5 cars on track at once to give you clear air for your fastest lap.
• Rules & Endorsement Details: Review full rules and how to obtain your endorsement here — LINK TO ALL TT INFO.

🛠️ Recommended and Available Extras

• Helmet Rental: Available through HOD (select during registration).
• HANS Device Rental: Available through HOD (select during registration) and our partner Spicy Cat Racing.
• Track Car Rentals: Want to rent a track car? Track Day Rentals available through our partner Spicy Cat Racing — Click here.
• Track Insurance: Need Track Insurance? Flexible coverage through OpenTrack — Click here.
• Track Damage Waiver: For only $99 a day, we will cover the first $1,000 of facility damage & fluid cleanup (add during registration).
• Parade Laps: $50 (add during registration) — held at lunch each day.

• Want to make the most of your track time? Trying to get faster or set a personal best?
  • Book Performance Coaching through Spicy Cat Racing during registration - you get a professional coach to ride with you for in-car coaching and after-session downloads.
  • Rent a data device to review your performance during registration
  • Book the Data Analysis Class ($265, 2-day class with lunch included both days) to learn how to read your data device like a pro and get REAL, ACTIONABLE, insights to getting better on track!
• spICY Cat Racing Slushie Bar (11:00 AM – 8:00 PM):
  • $15: Unlimited Gatorade slushies all weekend.
  • +$7 ($22): Unlimited Gatorade + Adult Slushies. (Adult slushies are strictly served after 5:00 PM - once the track is cold).

💳 Pricing

💡 Register 45+ days before the event for an additional $50 discount!

⏱️ Schedule Info

• Track Time: Schedule will be announced closer to the event, but expect 5–6 hours of track time over the course of the weekend!
• Early Load-In: Access to the paddock and trailer drop-off will be available the evening before the event, starting on Friday at 6pm. Keep an eye on the Live Schedule (emailed no later than 4 days prior to the event).
• Saturday Night BBQ: BBQ Dinner (with sides, soft drinks, and beer) will be served Saturday night at approximately 5:30 PM after the track goes cold!

🌟 Why Hooked on Driving?

• Premier Track Driving: As the premier track day organization in the United States, driving with HOD gives you access to passionate staff and coaches dedicated to guiding you through your time on circuit!
• Quality Track Time & Less Traffic: We cap run groups at NCCAR to only 26 cars on track at a time, unlike many other groups that run double or more. This means less traffic and clear laps for personal bests.
• Run Windows-Up: Drive comfortably in any weather—HOD permits windows-up driving!
• Hassle-Free Weekend: Dinner on Saturday night is taken care of! Show up ready to drive and let us handle the rest.

🧑‍🏫 Coaches & Instructors

• Join the Coaching Team: In-car coaching spots are available with a $75/day deposit (fully refundable post-event upon completing coaching duties).
• If you have not coached with HOD before, please email your experience credentials to midatlantic@hookedondriving.com (experience will be verified).
• In-Car Communicators: In-car comms units are mandatory for instructors. You can purchase one with an HOD discount from Spicy Cat Racing or rent one during registration.

🏁 Getting on Track: Requirements & Guidelines

👤 Driver Eligibility

• Age Requirement: 18+ (ages 16–17 permitted with a signed parental waiver).

• Valid US Driver's License

🛡️ Safety Gear & Attire

Helmets & Head/Neck Restraints

• Helmets: Snell SA2020 or newer required.

  • Not permitted: Snell SA2015 (or older), M-rated (motorcycle), or DOT-only helmets.

  • Convertibles: Closed-face helmets with the visor down are mandatory.

• HANS Devices: A certified head and neck restraint (SFI 38.1 or FIA 8858+) is mandatory for all occupants of any car equipped with an aftermarket harness and roll bar/cage system.

• Rentals & Purchases: Helmets and HANS devices are available for rent in a variety of sizes (add during registration). To purchase a helmet, visit our preferred partner, Spicy Cat Racing.

Driver Attire

• Street Cars (Full Interior): Closed-toe shoes, long pants, and short or long-sleeve shirts, ideally made out of natural fibers (e.g., cotton/linen are good; avoid polyester)

• Race Cars (Gutted Interior): FIA or SFI-rated race suit, driving shoes, and gloves are strongly recommended by HOD and required by some race track facilities - if in doubt, reach out!

🚗 Vehicle Readiness & Identification

• Mandatory Tech Inspection: Tech Sheet - Download, print, fill out ahead of time, and then bring the completed form to check-in.

  Note: Refunds or credits will not be issued for loss of track time arising from a vehicle or equipment that is unprepared, unsafe, or mechanically deficient.

• Car Numbers: Mandatory at all tracks on both sides of the car (minimum 6" tall, clearly visible to corner workers: not the same color as your car).

  • HOD standard numbers are available with online registration or at the track ($15).

📋 Policies & Track Insurance

• HOD Policies: View policies regarding Cancellations, Track Damage, Convertibles, High-COG Vehicles, Passengers, Minors, Restraints, LeMons/ChampCars, and Alcohol.

• HOD FAQ: Many questions about HPDE, track driving, and Hooked on Driving can be found on the HOD FAQ Page 

• Track Damage Liability: Participants are liable for any damages caused to the track and facilities. Repair costs will be charged to the credit card on file after the event.

  • Damage Waiver: An optional $1,000 Track Damage Waiver is available for $99/day during registration (covers the first $1,000 of damage).

• Track Insurance: Flexible coverage via OpenTrack (Click here for a quote):

  • Single-Event: Covers up to 4 consecutive days.

  • Annual Membership: Unlimited track days, plus eligibility for additional cars and drivers.

🏕️ Track & Paddock Amenities

• Paddock Space & Camping: Free parking for personal tents, canopies, and trailers.

  • Camping in vehicles/trailers and electrical hook-ups are free (first-come, first-served).

  • Paddock access and trailer drop-offs are allowed the night before the event, check the live schedule for time.

  • All vehicles must vacate the facility by 6:00 PM on the last day of the event.

  • Note: Hooked On Driving is not responsible for lost or damaged property.

• Food & Fuel: There is no Food or Fuel on-site at NCCAR! Please plan accordingly. There is a Shell gas station ~2mi away, right off I-95 in Garysburg.

• Saturday Social BBQ: Held in the paddock after the track goes cold Saturday night! BBQ, sides, soft drinks, and beer provided by HOD Mid-Atlantic.