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SMSC Experience Driving Event

SMSC Experience Driving Event

No license required!
Let's drive on the circuit with your beloved car!

I'm interested in driving my car on the circuit, but what should I do?
I'm a bit anxious about suddenly doing free sports driving, but... I want to try going a little faster with the pace car leading the way.
This is a recommended program for those who want to drive a little faster on the circuit and for those who want to enjoy circuit life with their own car.

Number of Openings
25 vehicles (first come, first served)
Applications have closed as the capacity has been reached.
Date and Time
November 21, 2024 (Thu)
Scheduled from 12:30 to 15:00
Content
  1. 1. Pre-lecture by advisor Hideo Fukuyama
  2. ② High-Speed Lead Driving
  3. ③Q&A about membership and sports driving (for those interested only)
  4. ④ Tour of the paddock facilities such as the control tower (for those who wish to participate)
Eligibility
Only those who meet all four of the following criteria can participate.
・Possession of a valid ordinary driver's license on the day
・Persons 18 years of age and older
・Those who have not joined SMSC in the last 5 years or more
・Those who can respond to a survey after driving
Eligible Vehicles
Numbered 4 wheels (light vehicles and RVs are not allowed)
Challenge Club Vehicle Regulations (PDF: 947KB)
Participation Fee
7,000yen (tax included) / per unit (includes 500yen mutual aid fee)
What to Bring / Attire
  • Helmet
    *If you need to borrow a helmet, please select it at the time of application. (Free)
  • Long sleeves, long pants
  • Glove
    * Open finger gloves are not allowed.
  • Racing shoes or sneakers
    * Shoes that hinder driving, such as sandals or high heels, are not allowed.
  • Health Insurance Card
  • Driver's License
  • Affidavit
    *Please download the pledge form at the time of application, fill it out, and bring it with you on the day.
Cancellation Policy
There will be no refunds for cancellations due to customer reasons after application.
The organizer, SUZUKA CIRCUIT, may cancel the event for safety reasons due to facility surface freezing or natural disasters (such as typhoons). In such cases, a full refund will be provided at a later date.
*For cancellations after application, please contact us using the inquiry form below.
Contact Form
Meeting location
SUZUKA CIRCUIT Behind the Pits
*After entering through the Motorsports Gate, please follow the staff's guidance.
Contact Us
SUZUKA CIRCUIT SMSC Office
Tel. 059-378-3405 (10 AM - 4 PM)
Notes
  • If the vehicle does not comply with regulations or if the equipment is insufficient, we will refuse to allow driving for safety reasons.
  • If we determine that there is a danger, we may suspend the driving.
  • We kindly ask that companions refrain from riding along.
  • When using your vehicle on the circuit, most general auto insurance policies do not apply. Please check with your insurance company in advance.

Experience Event Schedule

TimeLocation / Content
12:30 Behind the Pits
Park in the pit after vehicle inspection
1:00 PM SMSC Office
Pre-driving briefing, submission of driver's license, health insurance card, and pledge form
★You will receive a lecture on high-speed driving techniques from Hideaki Fukuyama, the first Japanese NASCAR driver.
2:15 PM Racing Course
Move vehicle to pit lane
2:25 PM Racing Course
30 minutes of high-speed lead driving (leading at a pace of about 5 minutes per lap)
15:00 SMSC Office
Survey, Q&A, Feedback from Advisors
After 3:00 PM Paddock
Facility Tour
We plan to include the control tower (control room, etc.) and the podium.
*Only for those who wish, companions are also welcome to participate

*The schedule is subject to change.

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Contact Us

〒510-0295 7992 Inouemachi, Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture, Suzuka Circuit
SMSC OfficeTel. 059-378-3405
Reception Hours 10:00-16:00

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