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Audi Sportscar Experience
1210140000
Who knew that in the heart of Sonoma, California, there is a way to have more fun than tasting wine. Audi's Sports Car Experience is appropriately named as it gives consumers a chance to experience Audi's sports car technology in one of the most amazing settings in Northern California.
The Audi Sportscar Experience is located at the Audi Forum at Infineon Raceway in Sonoma, California. This is a hands-on driving experience designed for the one percent of the population that loves to perform on the road and not just drive. I'm talking about getting behind the wheel of the new Audi R8 sportscar or the 420-horsepower Audi RS 4 with a helmet and no speed limit.
There are five programs to choose from at the Audi Sportscar Experience and each is distinguished by what you drive and how long you drive it. Of course it all starts with world class instruction from Audi's partner, Emotive, which makes sure you are properly trained. At the end of the day, participants will walk away learning two important lessons: (1) Audi's cars are not only fast, but they can handle some of the most challenging turns with east, and (2) these instructors could give you an R8 with a head start and still reel you in while driving a modest A4 because these guys are good.
Infineon Raceway is a 2.5 mile course with 160-feet of elevation changes and over 12 turns. It has been referred to as a mini Nurburgring which is the standard for all tracks, located in Germany.
The bottom line is that if you want more out of your Napa Valley vacation than just sipping some Pinot Noir, then Audi has a plan for you. Participants will walk away with a new appreciation for performance driving and the desire to come back for more.The Audi Sportscar Experience includes both one- and two-day programs. the events are scheduled year round as classes fill up. A complete schedule of events can be found at www.audidrivingexperience.com. Programs include:
RS 4 One-Day Program
Bred from motorsport dominance, the 2008 Audi RS 4 delivers a blend of exceptional luxury and pulse-pounding performance. The one-day program is designed to develop driving fundamentals, including braking, accident avoidance, car control and slalom. Drivers develop their skills in a controlled manner and put themselves to the test on the slalom course. ($1,295)
RS 4 Two-Day Program
Building on the foundation from the one-day program, the two-day program adds track lapping on Infineon Raceway, Northern California’s premier speedway. Drivers will test the remarkable capabilities of the RS 4 while racing on one of the most exciting tracks in the world – just like a race car driver! ($2,495)
R8 One-Day Program
The amazing Audi R8 sports car was just named the 2008 World Performance Car of the Year at the 2008 New York Auto Show. The race-ready R8 epitomizes Audi’s quest for perfection and is the industry leader in innovation, technology, design and performance. Drivers will use the R8 to hone their driving skills on the paddock and then take the R8 where it really wants to be – on the 2.52-mile road racing course at Infineon Raceway. ($1,895)
R8 Two-Day Program
This program also builds on the essentials of the one-day program and incorporates more track time in the R8. Progressive sessions in the R8 ensure that drivers will responsibly approach the limits of the R8 at Infineon Raceway. Drivers will enjoy ample seat time and instruction from professional drivers who are experts in their fields. ($3,495)
S Model Half-Day Introductory Program
“S” denotes sport in the world of Audi. In the S-Model Half-Day Introductory Program, drivers will get a taste for racing in the S4, the new S5, and the 450-bhp S8. This program covers the fundamentals of driving followed by laps on the speedway. The experience culminates in a handling course competition where drivers can compete in the team category and for individual best time. ($695)
