Important Policies & Forms

If you have questions about these policies, please contact us prior to purchasing an event.

CANCELLATION POLICY
When you cancel:

• 46 days or more before an event, all event fees will be returned, upon request, as an HOD event credit code (valid for 12 months).
• 21-45 days before an event, event fees, less a $50 per event day cancellation fee will be returned, upon request, as an HOD event credit code (valid for 12 months).
• 11-20 days before an event, event fees, less a 50% cancellation fee, will be returned, upon request, as an HOD event credit code (valid for 12 months).
• 10 days or less before the event, or are a no show at an event, all event fees will be forfeited.

We are aware of the logistical requirements of our hobby and things don’t always work out exactly as planned. Please understand that while we will attempt to work with you if there are unforeseen issues, we cannot take responsibility for something that is completely out of our control. Please contact us at info@hookedondriving.com with any questions.

RAIN POLICY
HOD is required by contract to arrive and prepare to hold our events regardless of the weather forecast. Therefore, our customers also need to arrive and be ready to drive. If track management deems it unsafe to drive due to track conditions or unsafe conditions for track workers, a date may be canceled with appropriate credit given for the lost driving opportunity. Note: A high percentage of our events which had forecasts for bad weather or precipitation ended up having quality time on track during the day. Most drivers have discovered that it was a great deal of fun and very good experience to drive on track in wet conditions. Car control in the wet is also an extremely valuable skill to hone in a safe environment like the track and we encourage drivers not only to run their track cars in the ideal conditions! Your ability to control your car can increase exponentially under less-than-ideal conditions and make you a safer and more well-prepared driver in all real-world conditions. 

TRACK DAMAGE POLICY
The driver involved in an incident is responsible for costs of damage to the track surface, damage to the track facilities, towing, fire/rescue services, and cleanup, including dry sweep.

SOUND POLICY AT WRLS
The sound policy at WRLS changed. They have a two-strike policy for sound violations. This is per car per rental period.

SOUND POLICY AT THUNDERHILL OR SONOMA
Both these tracks have a three-strike policy, per car, per rental period.

HOD Policy on Convertibles and High Center of Gravity Vehicles (HCG)

HOD does not allow vehicles without rollover protection to be driven at our High-Performance Driving Events (HPDE).

This includes all convertibles with soft tops and detachable “hard” tops, except European convertibles with pop-up “factory rollover” protection systems, which are approved for use with HOD.

Cars with cosmetic hoops (not structurally supported) behind the front seats are not allowed. The Honda 2000 has been shown to have rollover hoops with structural contact points and are allowed.

The only Mazda Miata/MX5 that is allowed without the addition of an approved rollover system is the Mazda Miata RF. Approved rollover systems for the Miata include:

• Hard Dog Rollbars designated as “Approved for use with SCCA/NASA”
• Autopower: Street Roll Bar, Street-Sport Roll Bar, Race Roll Bar
• Blackbird Fabworx: SD (NA/NB Miata), RZ (NC/ND), GT3 (NA/NB/NC/ND)

Corvettes: C1-C7 Convertibles are not allowed unless structural rollover protection has been added. Contact your HOD Region to discuss appropriate/approved systems. C3-7 Coupes and T-Tops with removable roof sections are allowed. Sample aftermarket roll bars can be found here: http://rpmrollbar.com/

C8 Corvettes – Coupes and Convertibles are allowed.

High Center of Gravity, (HCG) are not allowed at HOD HPDE events. This includes SUVs, 4X4 Trucks, CJ Jeep-type vehicles, cars and trucks with lift kits, and Minivans. If you are uncertain about the eligibility of your vehicle, contact your HOD Region.

EYE PROTECTION NOTE: If driving or riding in an approved convertible with the top down, eye-protection, including sunglasses is required.

Hooked On Driving Passenger Ride Policy:

HOD recognizes that sharing our experience is part of the fun. With our primary concern being safety and the smooth operation of our events, we have instituted this policy to accommodate passenger ride requests:

1. A driver, who has been solo-signed off by HOD, may have a passenger who is 14 years old or older ride with them in the car. Various waivers and requirements are required depending on age, please see the following policies to understand what your requirements will be.
2. In all situations, passengers are to be provided with the same level of restraint system as the driver.
3. Passengers who are 16-17 years old must have a notarized waiver and release form – signed by both parents or guardians, with originals delivered to HOD at the track. Passengers must be at least 16 and must have a signed waiver minor waiver. This can be signed in front of an HOD representative by the parent/guardian of the minor riding in the vehicle. (This is the same process requirement that is in place to allow a 16-17 year old to be a driver.)
4. In all cases – THIS IS A REVOCABLE PRIVILEGE. If the Safety Steward, Group Leader, or Event Manager observes any behavior while driving with a passenger that shows evidence of “showing off” or lack of concentration by the driver, or attentiveness to traffic, the car will be immediately black flagged and the passenger will be required to exit the car – there will be no second chance on this decision.

The parent or guardian must sign the forms in front of the HOD rep. Any questions, please contact Teri Barrett at TeriB@HookedOnDriving.com.

Download Waiver Here 

HOD nationally, requires FIA or SFI-certified Head and Neck Restraints (HNR) for any drivers and/or passengers in cars equipped with and utilizing 5 or 6 -point harnesses during an HOD event.

Currently, approved head and neck restraint systems are:

• NecksGen
• HANS
• Schroth SHR Flex
• Stand 21 Ultimate, Hitech, and Club Series
• Z Neck Tech (Zamp)
• Simpson Hybrid S

HOD strongly recommends the use of one of these devices with a 4-point belt system. 

The HNR systems listed above have not been certified for four-point systems, but we believe to be effective. 

Also, the Schroth ASM four-point belt system has been tested by the manufacturer and found effective, but is not officially certified (SFI/FIA).

HOD Policy Regarding: LeMons, World Racing League, and Chumpcar

LeMons, WRL, and Chumpcar race cars are welcomed at HOD, as are their driving teams – under these circumstances:

1. You must be able to show documentation that your car has competed, and thus, passed inspection at one of the sanctioning bodies’ events. This means – NO brand new LeMons, WRL, or Chump cars will run at HOD as their first track test. With Chump Cars, you’ll be asked to show us the logbook for the car. With Lemons and WRL, we’ll need to have an event tech sticker or a document showing this car in competition (i.e. results sheet).
2. HOD reserves the right to do its own inspection and deny admission for any reason – with a full refund of any pre-paid registration.
3. Any non-stock part/appendage that is attached to the car (example: a stop sign attached to the trunk, or buzz-saw blade attached to the grill) will be inspected for grade 8 hardware and race-quality installation that appears clearly able to stay attached under any unforeseen circumstance. If this clause is invoked based on a flimsy addition, the team will be given the option of removing this attachment before they run on track.
4. Two mechanical black flags and/or tows mean the end of day for the car.
5. Drivers will be carefully evaluated to be certain that they are in the correct run group for their skill level. HOD reserves the right to move a driver to a different run group at a moment’s notice. One option for the teams: purchase more than one slot in the event, to accommodate drivers of different skill levels i.e. If you have two highly experienced drivers, they can share a slot in the C or D group, but if you also have an intermediate driver, he should buy a second slot for the B/Intermediate group…this way all drivers are in appropriate groups, and get ample track time.

No alcohol to be consumed anywhere on track property before the final checkered flag.