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Sunday, May 31, 2026
Driver registration is closed and waitlist is full!
Spectator registration is still open.
The Holy Grail of Tracks. United States Best F1 Track, 3.4 miles of F1 history, with 20 turns, off & on camber, long straights. 133 feet of elevation change. F1 garages all to ourselves.
No speed limits, no pedestrians, no stoplights, but best of all – no tickets. The Cadillac V-Club in partnership with Hooked on Driving (HOD) will provide you with an experienced instructor to help guide you through the event, one on one, as you learn how to handle your car at the limit. You set your own goals and only go as fast as you feel comfortable going. Progress as far as you wish in your own car at your own pace, become a safer driver on the street, and have a blast along the way!
High Performance Driver Education (HPDE) refers to a track day held on a dedicated road racing track designed to teach drivers proper high speed driving in a controlled environment. This will be your final opportunity to drive on this world class Formula One racetrack. Circuit of The Americas (COTA) is transitioning to a private membership model, making 2026 the final year for public track day rentals. Starting in 2027, the track will become "THE CIRCUIT," an exclusive,, members-only club with restricted access.
- HOD offers the best and longest running Beginner/Novice driving program in the industry! (HOD believes in 1-on-1 coaching, and great classroom downloads. Don't settle for "lead-follow." We'll get you up to speed quickly and safely)
- Low Car Count Run Groups! (We run fewer cars at COTA than any other HPDE group)
- Lunch included for all drivers (Bringing a guest? They can eat with us too, just grab an add-on lunch)
- Stay Cooler! (We'll have a dedicated Air-conditioned hospitality suite and allow drivers to run windows up on track!)
The cost to participate will be determined by the HOD run group you select.
SPECIAL MEMBERS ONLY PRICING (subsidized by the V-Club)
RUN GROUPS
CLICK HERE to view run group skills levels
A Novice (with 1:1 instructor): Non V-Club $1,049 - V-Club Member Cost $749
A Novice (with 1 Instructor per 3 drivers): Non V-Club $949- V-Club Member Cost $649
B Intermediate (Solo): Non V-Club $949 - V-Club $649
C Advanced (Solo): Non V-Club $949 - V-Club $649
Garage Rental (4 cars max): $900 Note: you may partner with another V-Club member and split the cost of a garage rental. When you RSVP, indicate if you would like to share the cost of a garage (highly recommended). If you pay for a garage via the MSReg HOD website, we will provide you the contact info for V-Club members interested in sharing the cost of your garage.
In order to participate, you are required to RSVP and pay in advance of the event via the Hooked on Driving website with the V-Club discount code you will be provided via your RSVP confirmation email. Your entry is not guaranteed until your payment is received by HOD. A wait list will open for RSVP registration on CadillacVClub.com when the event is sold out.
It is not mandatory that you drive your Cadillac V-Series vehicle on the track in order to participate. If you own a purpose-built track car or a Corvette, Camaro or some other "track ready" vehicle, you are welcome to register and drive that vehicle as a member of the Cadillac V-Club.
Be sure to read the Hooked on Driving cancellation/refund policy. No exceptions to this policy.
Access to load-in to the property to drop your trailers and vehicles will be available starting at 5:00pm on Saturday May 30.
The digital signaling system will be used in addition to physical corner workers to help communicate with drivers on track.
89, 93 and 101 Octane Unleaded fuel is available at fuel station with use of credit card.
Basic requirements include:
- You must be a licensed driver
- Drive a vehicle that will pass a track inspection
- SA2020 certified helmets are required for the event. 2015 Helmets will be permitted for this event. Motorcycle or M helmets are not allowed.
- Helmets and HANS devices are available for rent in a variety of sizes at the event.
- Car numbers are mandatory at all tracks. They must be on both sides of the car, at least 6" high, and easily visible to the corner workers. HOD numbers are available for purchase with on-line MSReg HOD registration or at the track.
Click Here to review the HOD policy on:
- Cancelations
- Track Damage
- Convertibles
- High Center of Gravity vehicles
- Passengers
- Minors
- Head and Neck Restraints
- LeMans and Champ Cars
- Alcohol
Click Here for a brief description of the HOD run groups.
VENUE
Circuit of the Americas (COTA)
201 Circuit of the Americas Blvd
Austin, TX
Website: www.circuitoftheamericas.com
HOST HOTEL
Hilton Austin Airport
9515 Hotel Drive
Austin, TX 78719
Group rate & booking link provided in your RSVP confirmation email
HOSPITALITY & GUESTS
Sewell Cadillac and the Cadillac V-Club will provide bottled water & snacks throughout the day at no cost to drivers who registered and paid. Lunch tickets are available to purchase when you register and submit payment to HOD and you can purchase additional meal tickets for your guests and pit crew members.
Saturday evening there will be a reception & dinner at 7:30PM for all drivers and their guests. Location to be announced via email to all attendees who have RSVP registered to confirm their commitment to attend this event. There is a $30 fee per person for spectators and their guests payable in advance at RSVP registration. There is no charge to attend the HPDE event as a spectator, but you must be a Cadillac V-Club member and RSVP register to attend.
You will receive notification from HOD regarding the time when gates will open on Sunday for access to the pit area. HOD will also provide a schedule for the entire day, i.e. driver check-in, driver's meeting, lunch time and times for each run group. If you RSVP registered, check your email inbox for the latest information and updates. All drivers and spectators will be provided a digital "photo id" in advance which must be displayed at the CoTA gate per the instructions provided to you via email.
TRACK INSURANCE
Most personal automobile insurance companies have broadened their language to Exclude “track events”, “high performance events or schools”, “HPDE type events, off road” etc. . Cadillac V-Club members receive a discount. Click here to apply.
ONLY PROGRAM TO UTILIZE FULLY ADMITTED iNSURANCE COMPANY. Broad Coverage Insurance Program underwritten by Great American Insurance Company (GAIC). GAIC is rated “A+” (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company.
Key benefits include:
- Affordable daily rates with no tax, which are less expensive than our competitors. Policies can be charged to a major credit card online or by ACH check. The second & third day of an event will be automatically included.
- True agreed value with flexibility as to modifications and vehicle collectability. Unlike competitors, we do not depreciate a totaled vehicle.
- Small Deductibles-10% of vehicle value. (Minimum deductible $2,500).
- Second driver coverage included when listed with applicant on the application.
- HPDE Instructor automatically included.
- Debris removal coverage automatically included up to $1,000.
- Pollutant clean up and removal coverage automatically included up to $10,000.
- Damage to property of others coverage (track) up to $500.
- Towing and rental coverage automatically included up to $500 each.
- Multi pack discounts available with 10% for 3 or more events and 15% for 6 or more events purchased at one time.
- ANNUAL 12 month policy with unlimited HPDE events during the policy term.
- Able to insure both street cars and race cars during HPDE events only.
