“Drive Toward a Cure Day“
NCM Motorsports Park
Friday, April 7, 2023
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month
The month of April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month, and we’re seeking friends nationwide to help us spread awareness and raise much needed funds to Drive Toward a Cure for Parkinson’s Disease. Funds raised support PD research and patient care.
A Day of Unlimited Touring Lapping
Track season is back on Friday, April 7, 2023 with NCM Motorsports Park’s “Drive Toward a Cure Day”!
All marques are welcome, convertibles are welcome, and there is no helmet requirement. Participants drive their own car in a lead-follow format for over 4 laps at a time on the 3.2-mile road course above highway speeds. The pace of lead cars will be matched to the cars and drivers in the group to ensure that the driving is spirited and the day is exciting while maintaining a safe environment that allows for passengers! We accommodate a group maximum of 5 cars per touring group.
Reservations are highly recommended. Very limited walk-in spaces will be available.
We’ve negotiated a great price for loyal NCM Drive Toward a Cure Day participants at $279 per vehicle. The fee includes:
- Lunch for the driver. (Lunches for guests are $30 pp.)
- A $100 tax-deductible* donation supporting Parkinson’s Disease research and patient care.
- Unlimited lapping. Passengers are welcome — see below for info.
- Drive Toward a Cure pin and window sticker.
A portion of our fundraising from the NCM Motorsports Park Drive Toward a Cure Day will benefit the Movement Disorders Clinic at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence.
Track Weapon Experiences!
Make the day extra-special by taking one – or a couple, or all! – of NCM’s fleet on the ultimate track test drive! Pound around the 3.2-mile NCM Motorsports Park circuit for four exhilerating laps during the “Drive Toward a Cure Day”. Read more from Road & Track!
There are limited spots available in each – use these links to register your “Experience” laps:
For this day only, a portion of every “Experience” will be donated to Drive Toward a Cure to support Parkinson’s Disease research and patient care!
Lunch And Learn with Tyke Durst
Returning for his second season as both a Drive Toward a Cure “Rising Star” ambassador, and F4 U.S. Championship driver with Gonella Racing, young racer Tyke Durst will be joining our Lunch and Learn session and sharing his on-track experiences and trajectory moving forward in the motorsports world.
Not only has Tyke shared our logo boldly on his racecar, helmet, and suit, but he’s returning for 2023 in his Crawford single-seat racing car and taking us with him once again. Tyke enthusiastically shares our love of cars and driving and he’s got a strong desire to support those living with Parkinson’s and those researching to find a cure – a wonderful addition to our team! You can also support Tyke on his own fundraising page.
All Cars Are Welcome!
Participants drive their own car. All marques are welcome, convertibles are welcome, and there is no helmet requirement.
Past days have included cars including:
- Corvette C4 through C8
- Ferrari, Lamborghini and McLaren
- Various Porsches, BMWs, Audis, and Mercedes
- Camaros and Mustangs
- Honda, Subaru
- and more!
No matter your ride, you’ll be in good company at “Drive Toward a Cure Day”!
A portion of our fundraising from the NCM Motorsports Park Drive Toward a Cure Day will benefit the Movement Disorders Clinic at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, a Parkinson’s Foundation Center of Excellence.
Track Weapons Available!
Make the day extra-special by taking one – or a couple, or all! – of NCM’s fleet on the ultimate track test drive! Pound around the 3.2-mile NCM Motorsports Park circuit for four exhilerating laps during the “Drive Toward a Cure Day”. Read more from Road & Track!
There are limited spots available in each – use these links to register your “Experience” laps:
- C7 Corvette Experience – $250
- C8 Corvette Experience – $299
- C8 Z06 Corvette Experience – $999
- Camaro SS 1LE Experience – $275
For this day only, a portion of every “Experience” will be donated to Drive Toward a Cure to support Parkinson’s Disease research and patient care!
Lunch and Learn with Tyke Durst
Not only has Tyke shared our logo boldly on his racecar, helmet, and suit, but he’s returning for 2023 in his Crawford single-seat racing car and taking us with him once again. Tyke enthusiastically shares our love of cars and driving and he’s got a strong desire to support those living with Parkinson’s and those researching to find a cure – a wonderful addition to our team! You can also support Tyke on his own fundraising page.
All Cars Are Welcome!
Participants drive their own car. All marques are welcome, convertibles are welcome, and there is no helmet requirement.
Past days have included cars including:
- Corvette C4 through C8
- Ferrari, Lamborghini and McLaren
- Various Porsches, BMWs, Audis, and Mercedes
- Camaros and Mustangs
- Honda, Subaru
- and more!
No matter your ride, you’ll be in good company at “Drive Toward a Cure Day”!
Schedule
| 7:30am | Gates open / check-in begins. |
| 8:30am | Mandatory drivers meeting. |
| 9:00am | Track opens. |
| 12:00pm | Lunch break. |
| 1:00pm | Track reopens. |
| 4:00pm | Track closes. |
The day will run rain or shine.
Participant Requirements
All drivers must have a valid drivers license. The minimum age for drivers is 16 years old, or 18 years old to take part in the C8 Experience. The minimum age for passengers is 14 years old.
- No shorts or open-toed shoes on the track. Make sure you and any passengers are wearing long pants and closed-toe shoes.
- Check your brake fluid level and tire pressures. Make sure oil and radiator caps are tight. Remove all lose objects from your car. (Consider bringing a bin or duffle bag for these items.)
- Helmets are not required. However, if one occupant of the car chooses to wear a helmet, then all occupants must also wear a helmet. Cars should have equal seating and restraints for driver and passengers.
Make It a Day For the Family!
The National Corvette Museum – located just across the highway from NCM Motorsports Park – has tons to do for all ages.
Hours: Open 8am-5pm CT, Seven Days a Week. The last admission tickets are sold at 4:30pm.
Admission Prices: $18 Adults (13-61) / $16 Seniors (62+) / $13 Youth (5-12) / Free for childern age 4 and under.
Track Location
NCM Motorsports Park is located at
Directions from Bowling Green
- Follow I-65 to exit 28 in Bowling Green, KY
- After exiting, turn left at the first stoplight onto Corvette Drive
- At the end of the road you will come to a stop sign (note: cross traffic does not stop)
- Turn left onto Porter Pike
- Approximately ¼ mile down you will see the Park’s entrance on the left
*Your ability to take a tax deduction depends on your tax situation. Please consult an accountant.
Join Your Local Group
The first groups to join us are the Hurricane and Los Angeles regions of the Porsche Club of America. Both are organizing routes for a fun drive to support Drive Toward a Cure Day! Each club/region sets their own cost for participation starting from a tax-deductible* donation of $50 per person.
Organize An Event
Can we inspire a drive or set a theme for a track day or other event in your area? All makes and club types are invited. Let us know that you’d like to include an event in your area on our calendar and we’ll gladly add it and work with you to setup registration.