Welcome to the Xperiences guide to extreme driving and track days, part #1. This series of articles will delve into some of the ultimate gifts available for any car fanatic, speed demon or thrill chaser and give you a brief glimpse of the best that is available on the market today. Whether it's racing a F1 car, driving a classic Aston Martin or Ferrari, testing your rally skills, taming a monster truck, racing a quad around a woodland track or a full out assault in extreme dodgems or go-karts, we aim to give you the lowdown on them all.
Supercar Driving. The Lamborghini is all about stunning looks and the association with the uber rich, not forgetting its awesome power and super fast acceleration speeds! You can be driving the Gallardo; the first car to feature the new Lamborghini V10 5L engine with a top speed of nearly 200 mph! Supercar driving days feature the ultimate in high performance mean machines from world renowned marques including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Porsche, Lotus Elise, Audi, Mercedes-Benz and more. Get behind the wheel of your dream car on one of the many supercar driving experiences and feel the engine roar as you put your foot to the floor.
Track Days. Take the ride of your life with these superb fast driving experiences! These aren't about driving - their about screaming with excitement as a professional racing instructor takes you round one of the UK's racing circuits at break-neck speed in a track prepared performance car. Get the rush and exhilaration of circuit driving, while someone else does all the work!
Stock Car Racing. Exhilarating, fast paced, fun and let's face it, completely crazy! Stock Car Racing offers you the one off chance to get a specialized and partially demolished car, put your foot down and enjoy the pure adrenaline as you crash, speed and get cheered on all the way! These are excellent gifts for those looking for something a little different and a lot of entertainment.
Quad Biking. The term "All-Terrain Vehicle" or ATV is used in a general sense to describe any of a number of small open motorized buggies and tricycles designed for off-road use. The rider sits on and operates these vehicles like a motorcycle, but the extra wheels give more stability at slow speeds. If you thrive on challenges, mud, jumps and speed then a quad biking experience was made for you. The real fun begins once you've got the hang of driving these nippy, 4-wheeled machines! You could be driving deep into the heart of the forest, up and down hills or across fields.
Off Road Driving. With a spirit of adventure at the core of its character, the great outdoors has always been the territory of the the 4x4. These iconic off-roaders weren't built to sit nose-to-tail in rush-hour traffic - you need to get them off the tarmac to find out what they're really capable of. You'll start with a thorough safety briefing (and tea and coffee is provided at most venues too) before your instructor shows you around your vehicle, explaining the impressive capabilities of these 4x4s. Then get behind the wheel yourself to conquer the muddy climbs, drops and hazards of an exhilarating off-road course, in stunning surroundings. Most venues have excellent facilities, including disabled access, catering, toilets, shelter and parking.
Monster Trucks. Ever imagined you were actually at the steering wheel of your toy truck as you pushed it around a make-believe course on your lounge floor as a kid? Well now you really can take to the wheel! These experiences give you the opportunity to drive a multitude of different big toys. Steering thiese massive trucks on a mission of destruction is a pure adrenaline rush.
Single Seater Racing. Dream of following Lewis Hamilton into Formula One? Well, you can give it a try with single seater racing. These experience days use all-new single-seaters which are expertly engineered to provide you with a genuine racing experience. But that's only half the story. The astonishing handling ability will shatter your senses as you speed through the corners following a session behind a pace car to get you into the groove. After only a few laps your abilities will quickly develop, providing the skills needed to make the most of the unrivalled drive time these experiences provide.
Supercar Driving. The Lamborghini is all about stunning looks and the association with the uber rich, not forgetting its awesome power and super fast acceleration speeds! You can be driving the Gallardo; the first car to feature the new Lamborghini V10 5L engine with a top speed of nearly 200 mph! Supercar driving days feature the ultimate in high performance mean machines from world renowned marques including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Aston Martin, Porsche, Lotus Elise, Audi, Mercedes-Benz and more. Get behind the wheel of your dream car on one of the many supercar driving experiences and feel the engine roar as you put your foot to the floor.
Track Days. Take the ride of your life with these superb fast driving experiences! These aren't about driving - their about screaming with excitement as a professional racing instructor takes you round one of the UK's racing circuits at break-neck speed in a track prepared performance car. Get the rush and exhilaration of circuit driving, while someone else does all the work!
Stock Car Racing. Exhilarating, fast paced, fun and let's face it, completely crazy! Stock Car Racing offers you the one off chance to get a specialized and partially demolished car, put your foot down and enjoy the pure adrenaline as you crash, speed and get cheered on all the way! These are excellent gifts for those looking for something a little different and a lot of entertainment.
Quad Biking. The term "All-Terrain Vehicle" or ATV is used in a general sense to describe any of a number of small open motorized buggies and tricycles designed for off-road use. The rider sits on and operates these vehicles like a motorcycle, but the extra wheels give more stability at slow speeds. If you thrive on challenges, mud, jumps and speed then a quad biking experience was made for you. The real fun begins once you've got the hang of driving these nippy, 4-wheeled machines! You could be driving deep into the heart of the forest, up and down hills or across fields.
Off Road Driving. With a spirit of adventure at the core of its character, the great outdoors has always been the territory of the the 4x4. These iconic off-roaders weren't built to sit nose-to-tail in rush-hour traffic - you need to get them off the tarmac to find out what they're really capable of. You'll start with a thorough safety briefing (and tea and coffee is provided at most venues too) before your instructor shows you around your vehicle, explaining the impressive capabilities of these 4x4s. Then get behind the wheel yourself to conquer the muddy climbs, drops and hazards of an exhilarating off-road course, in stunning surroundings. Most venues have excellent facilities, including disabled access, catering, toilets, shelter and parking.
Monster Trucks. Ever imagined you were actually at the steering wheel of your toy truck as you pushed it around a make-believe course on your lounge floor as a kid? Well now you really can take to the wheel! These experiences give you the opportunity to drive a multitude of different big toys. Steering thiese massive trucks on a mission of destruction is a pure adrenaline rush.
Single Seater Racing. Dream of following Lewis Hamilton into Formula One? Well, you can give it a try with single seater racing. These experience days use all-new single-seaters which are expertly engineered to provide you with a genuine racing experience. But that's only half the story. The astonishing handling ability will shatter your senses as you speed through the corners following a session behind a pace car to get you into the groove. After only a few laps your abilities will quickly develop, providing the skills needed to make the most of the unrivalled drive time these experiences provide.
About the Author:
Jimmy Gaulton has been involved in rally experience days for over thirty years and has penned many definitive articles on the subject. Before buying any driving experience online check out the full Xperiences Guide to Driving Experience and Track Day Gifts which you can find at Xperiences.co.uk - The Ultimate Driving Experience and Track Day Comparison Site
