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The Roads: Tried and tested roads will remind you why you enjoy driving so much.
The Cars: We don't mind what car you bring as long as it is one of these badged models: Audi R/RS; BMW M; Mercedes Benz AMG; Porsche Cayman, Boxster, GT4, Spyder or any 911 model.
The Lodging: Handpicked 4.5-star lakefront lodge with parking.
What's included?
Day 1 - 190 miles
Highlights:
- Fontana Dam
- Tail of the Dragon
- Foothills Parkway
- Clingmans Dome
Day 2 - 190 miles
Highlights:
- Famous Wayah Road
- Hiwassee Dam
- Off the beaten path hidden gems
- Cherohala Skyway
Day 3 - 220 miles
Highlights:
- Highlands, NC
- The Blue Ridge Parkway
- Pass through 5 tunnels along our route
- Explore less traveled roads with amazing overlooks
“Not only does Andy lay out the routes he personally drives the new routes before releasing them to participants. I don’t think you will find a more passionate person about driving in the Smokies or track events.
This is my sixth year participating in driving with groups in the Smokies. Andy has laid out the routes for every event I’ve had the pleasure to experience. I’ve also been fortunate to be in Andy’s group on every trip. Big thumbs up to Andy!”
Rally Participant - Lake View Rally
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! Typically, our events are made up of 1/4 couples and 3/4 singles. And by couples we mean spouse, partner, friend or child (over 16 years of age please).
It’s a good question! The following is included in your registration fee:
- A high-performance driving specialist at the helm.
- Professional, performance driving tips.
- Extensively researched route planning: we know The Smoky Mountains like the back of our hands! And, all our routes are pre-planned to the mile – from surveying the road quality to assessing congestion and scoping scenery for photographic opportunities.
- Professional photography.
- Discounted accommodations (to be paid directly to the lodge)
- Meals: 3 breakfast, 2 lunches and 3 dinners (including Thursday welcome dinner). All drinks.
- Enthusiasm, passion and knowledge: spearheaded by self-driving specialist, Andy has participated in high-performance driving for over a decade and covered nearly 20,000 miles of driving in The Great Smoky Mountains, alone.
- Branded shirt.
- Camaraderie: Our events are as much about a specialized driving experience as they are the people. And, the friendships developed are often lasting so share your passion with like-minded sports car enthusiasts.
- One on one, in-car coaching is available at an additional cost at checkout. Spaces are limited, on a first come first served basis.
Check in at the host lodge is on Thursday’s at 4:00pm and check out is on Sunday at 10:00am. There are optional drives on Thursday before check-in and again on Sunday after check out. Inquire before your scheduled rally for details.
Our drives are on Fridays and Saturdays. We plan to be on the road no later than 9:30am each day; the sooner the better. We will arrive back to the host lodge by 5:30pm. We have planned fuel stops, lunch and photo opportunities. So you’re looking at about five to six hours actual driving time. Any more than that, we’d be on our knees and thirsty for a cold one! There are included happy hours and group dinners on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Before our first drive, Andy briefly shares car control techniques and rules of the road. All our drives are lead/follow with Andy in the lead. Walkie talkies are provided to each car.
We give you the option for in-car coaching, from seasoned instructors, on either Thursday afternoon or Sunday morning (based on availability and at an additional cost). This option is presented at checkout.