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briefing

Safety Briefing
Our unique driving experience briefing details the important information you need to know before getting behind the wheel and heading out on track.
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Circuit layout – 2.4 miles per lap, 8 corners, fastest circuit in the UK 
Racing line – Turn in , apex, exit, braking, throttle control
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Driving Position – steering and pedal control, gear change, paddle shift
Chassis dynamics – weight transfer, oversteer, understeer
Overtaking and flag signals
Mazda 3

Mazda3 MPS - Retail Value: £21,500
Technical Spec
Front-engine
Front wheel drive
2.3-litre turbo 4cyl
6-speed manual
Power 256bhp
Speed 155mph
0-60 6.1sec
Initial laps driven by the instructor in a Mazda3 MPS


Driving on a race circuit is very different to normal road driving. To make the most of the cars you’ll be driving on track you need to learn the ‘racing line’ and braking points.

We use the brilliant Mazda3 MPS for these initial laps. One of the most powerful front-wheel drive hatchbacks on the market.

Our ARDS qualified race instructors will demonstrate the racing lines and braking points plus other hints and tips to help you get the most from your driving experience.

Out on track it may seem quite unfamiliar with no road marks or signs and no cars coming in the other direction, but after 3 laps watching and listening to your race instructor you’ll have built up a good idea of the circuit layout and be confident when you first get behind the wheel and head out on track.
Porsche Cayman

Porsche Cayman - Retail Value: £38,500
Technical Spec
Mid-engine
Rear wheel drive
2.9-litre flat 6
6-speed manual
Power 261bhp
Speed 163mph
0-60mph 5.8sec
4 laps pupil drives the Porsche Cayman

The latest Porsche Cayman is a genuine junior supercar.  Similar in looks to the 911 but with a mid-engine layout, this new model has the larger 2.9-litre engine with a 6-speed manual gearbox.

Out on track the car gives incredible feedback, allowing the driver to build in confidence and enjoy the increased power and incredible grip that the car generates.

Nowhere else in the UK will you drive such an expensive and new car as your introduction to a driving experience.

With 4 laps behind the wheel you’ll not only have a huge smile on your face but be ready to take on the next car, no doubt feeling like the next Lewis Hamilton.
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Racing car

Formula Renault Racing Car - Cost: £50,000
Technical Spec
Mid-engine
Rear wheel drive
1.7-litre 4cyl
Non-syncro manual
Weight 420kg
Power 130bhp
Speed 140mph
0-60mph 4.5sec
5 laps driving the Formula Renault Racing Car

Watching Formula 1 will never be the same again after you've experienced driving a proper single seat racing car on a proper race circuit.

We use the Formula Renault race car which is firmly placed on the ladder to F1. Many of the current crop of F1 drivers have raced in this formula with Kimi Raikkonen and Lewis Hamilton both winning the UK series.

Once seated with the racing straps fitted around you the engine bursts into life you'll feel like a Grand Prix is about to start.

Once up to speed, everything clicks into place as you and the car become one, getting quicker every lap, the car responding instantly. A truely unique experience and one you'll remember forever.
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Mazda RX-8 Fast Lap

Mazda3 MPS - Retail Value: £21,500
Technical Spec
Front-engine
Front wheel drive
2.3-litre turbo 4cly
6-speed manual
Power 256bhp
Speed 155mph
0-60 6.1sec
High speed passenger lap in the Mazda3 MPS

Hold on tight as our resident Stig takes you out for the white knuckle ride of your life.

Experiencing a car at its full potential with a professional racing driver at the wheel is incredible.

The car appears to dance over the tarmac as the racing driver makes small but purposeful inputs to the cars steering wheel.

Through the fast sweeping curves you'll start to feel the g-force as you try and hold yourself in the seat.

Under brakes you'll feel the car searching for grip then the tyres forcing the chassis into the next corner at seemingly impossible speeds.

About the experience

So you want to take the next step and actually go motor racing.

With Thruxton Motorsport Centre we offer the ARDS test with additional track time before you take the test in the new Mazda MX-5.

The Mazda MX-5 is the car that single handedly introduced the two seat sports car back in to the UK in 90's. This very latest model successfully keeps to the original recipe but now with a 158bhp 2-litre engine that is pushed well back into the chassis to give the ideal 50:50 weight distribution.

The Mazda MX-5 is an intensive driving experience. Your instructor will help develop your driving skills as you enjoy your time behind the wheel. with the intention of helping you pass the ARDS test at the end of the day.

Before the day participents must apply to the MSA for a 'Go racing' pack for a National B competition licence,which will include

• Licence application form
• ‘Go Racing’ video
• MSA yearbook
• ‘Starting Motorsport’ handbook
• Association of Racing Drivers Schools leaflet.

Participents must then have a medical examination with your doctor and ensure that the form is signed and returned to you. This must be completed before your course.

After completing the tutition in the Mazda MX-5 the ARDS part of the course will start, consisting of:

• Classroom briefing,
• Driving test. The instructor will demonstrate the lines and technique to you before you drive for a minimum of 5 laps.
• A multiple choice exam.

Please remember that although you will receive tuition and help on your course the main purpose is to test your suitability to hold a competition licence.

Once you have successfully completed the course you must send all the relevant paperwork to the MSA to be validated.

MSA Motorsports House Riverside Park Colnbrook Slough SL3 0HG Tel: 01753 681736.

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