hyperfest rally

frequently asked questions

  • The Test 'N Tune is run at higher speeds and requires a caged rally car that holds a current logbook and passes safety scrutineering. The Test ‘N Tune is NOT a competition race. It is created to allow drivers and teams to test their skills and vehicles at higher speeds to prepare for other competitive events in their season. RallyCross is an organized time based competitive event held at a slower pace and is open to all vehicles and drivers (with a minimum experience of 3 prior racing events).

  • Drivers must possess a current rally license prior to the event. We are accepting licenses from the following sanctions: American Rally Association (ARA), NASA RallySport, and Canadian Association of Rally Sport (CARS). Drivers must possess a valid driver’s license and be at least 18 years of age (16 with parental consent). Their rally car must also possess a valid logbook.

  • Participants must be at least 18 years old and possess a valid state or government issued photo ID.

  • Dress for this activity is a sleeved shirt (short sleeves are ok, just no tank tops), long pants, and closed toed shoes (no Crocs or slip-ons). Because this event takes place in May, we understand it may be warm during the day at the event. You are welcome to bring a change of clothes and change before and after your session if you prefer.

  • Yes, however if you do not have a helmet, loaner helmets will be available for you to use during your ride. If you'd like to wear your own helmet, it must be a SNELL SA2015 rated or newer helmet.

  • Once. Each ride-along consists of one (1) lap around the VIRginia International Raceway Rally Course.

  • Yes, you may sign up for more than one ride-along, in fact many do in order to experience the various models available for rides.

  • Due to the nature of the event, to ensure we stay on schedule, and give rides to everyone who signs up, we cannot guarantee which driver and/or buggy you will receive a ride from. When possible, we will try out best to accommodate you, but we simply can't promise it. We apologize for any inconvenience the may cause you, but assure you that all drivers are professionals, equally talented, and that you will have the utmost fun in any of their buggies. In the event that you are requesting a specific driver, please email the rally director at hyperfestrally@gmail.com.

  • Yes, however we ask that you do so with some hesitation. Please ask the drivers beforehand. As much as you want to relive the excitement of the ride and show your friends later on, if you're too busy focusing on what you are recording, you will most likely end up missing the actual live experience of the ride.

    After all that, if you still want to record your ride, we require that you have your phone or camera tethered with a leash or strap to ensure you don't drop it. Phones and cameras rarely escape the track in the same condition as when they left your hand. Also, selfie sticks are not allowed and we require that you keep your hands in the car at all times and do not block the driver's view while filming.