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Cadillac V-Club TechTalks - Track Day 101

  • 05/26/2026
  • 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • ZOOM
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  • All active members of the Cadillac V-Club are invited to attend this online event that will be conducted via a ZOOM web conference.
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All Cadillac V-Club members are invited to join a Zoom web conference for an online meeting with Certified HPDE Instructor, Hank Smith. A certified High-Performance Driving Education (HPDE) instructor is an experienced driver trained to teach track safety, car control, and driving technique, often certified through the Motorsport Safety Foundation (MSF). They combine advanced driving skills with communication abilities, passing rigorous evaluations to ensure they can manage a high-speed, stressful environment, focusing on safety and student development.  Hank is also the Chapter Director of the Cadillac V-Club Austin Chapter. 

RSVP registration via CadillacVClub.com is mandatory to confirm your attendance and receive access to the ZOOM credentials necessary to participate in the meeting.  You will need to install the ZOOM app on either your mobile or desktop device in order to participate.  The meeting will begin promptly on Tuesday, May 26 at 5:00PM PDT, 7:00PM CDT and 8:00PM EDT.    

 This is your opportunity to learn more about participating in closed circuit road racing events before attending your next track event. 

AGENDA:

  • Who hosts & manages these type of events?
  • Who attends High Performance Driving Education events (HPDE)?
  • What safety measures are in place?
  • What types of cars are allowed?
  • What is a Driving Education weekend like?
  • What should I expect to learn?
  • What are the logistics & activities associated with an "on track" HPDE event?
  • How much track time should I expect for my run group?
  • What are the minimum preparation requirements for a track event?
  • Should I have my OEM brake fluid flushed and changed to DOT4?
  • What amount of wear and tear on my vehicle should I expect?
  • Should I purchase track insurance for a 1 or 2 day event?
  • What is the difference between a HPDE vs SCCA TrackNight in America event?
  • What is the difference between an HPDE event vs attending the Cadillac V-Performance Academy?
  • Q & A

Due to ZOOM attendee limitations, this event is restricted to only members of the Cadillac V-Club and to the first 300 members who RSVP to attend.

If you have a family membership or are a sponsor of the V-Club, please RSVP register only once to participate via ZOOM.