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11 Apr

April Thunderbolt NJMP Season Opener - Driver School

Driver's School

Saturday, Apr 11 — Sunday, Apr 12, 2026

New Configuration Confirmed! Devil’s Pass is a go at NJMP

Do you think Devil’s Pass will be more fun? Will you miss the Octopus? Come give it a try for yourself     Driver School & Intro to the Track SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! The NJ/NY season opens April 11-12 Driver School (All 2 days at Thunderbolt). SINGLE DAY REGISTRATION FOR SATURDAY OR SUNDAY!! Back by popular demand: Our special Introduction to the Track group for new students on Sunday. Driver School: The regular driver school portion of the event will be on the weekend of April 11-12. No need to take 2 days off work to start the season. You have no excuse not to come on out, knock the rust off your driving and reinforce all the good things you learned last year. The Driver School portion of the event will have 3 student run groups so there will be ample track space for everyone. Weekend Single Day Student Registration: This season we are allowing single day registrations for students on Saturday or Sunday. We recognize that not everyone is able to devote an entire weekend to a driver school. While we believe that students get maximum fun and learning by participating for 2 days, we also believe that any fun at the track is better than none! Come on out and experience the excitement of what you and your car can do. Introduction to the Track (Sunday only): On Sunday we will be holding a special school for students who have never been to the track. This event was offered for the first-time in 2009 and was a run-away success. We have designed this event to encourage students who are new to the track to try out our Driver School program. The Driver School Committee understands that there are hurdles for “first-time” students to overcome to try one of our events and so we have designed this school to reduce those hurdles as much as possible. First, the event is being held locally. Hotel rooms in the Millville area are relatively low priced and, for students who live in southern NJ/PA, you could even get up early and drive down the morning of the event. Second, we are offering reduced registration fees to our First Timers Sunday-only. You will not find a better rate to get out on the track with personalized instruction anywhere. Third, this event will have a dedicated run group solely for First Time students. This arrangement will allow instruction on the track and in the classroom to be specific for First Time students and will provide a smaller run group for First Time students allowing better spacing on the track. Fourth, for our First Time students, we may also be able to loan you a helmet for the event (please see Promotions). Fifth and finally, each First Time student will be assigned a Mentor who will contact you prior to the event and be a point of contact to answer any questions you might have before you arrive. Every year we have held this event, each new student leaves with a huge smile on their face. Garage Rentals, Camping, Electric: Garage spaces are available to rent on all days. Sign up during registration. Camping and electric are provided for free by the chapter for anyone planning to stay in the paddock.

Driver School Sponsor

KIES Motorsports

KIES Motorsports is our featured sponsor of the April Driver School

26 Apr

Autocross April 26th 2026 - TD-Bank Ballpark

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Our first Auto-x (Autocross) event will be April 26th 2026 at TD Bank Ballpark. Autocrossing has been a premier activity for the New Jersey Chapter from the beginning. If you have questions about what an autocross is or how the event is organized, please go here. Each driver will usually get at least 8 timed runs during the day. Your best time counts toward the competition. Each cone that is knocked down, or displaced from the box in which it stands, adds a 2 second penalty. The Venue: The TD Bank Ballpark lot allows courses that yield typical run times of about 45 seconds. Most drivers run the course using 2nd gear. Minimum Age and License: Drivers must be at least 17 years of age and have full driver's license. Car requirements: You do not need to own or drive a BMW to participate.  However, your car should be in safe condition to run at an autocross.  Please consult the tech document here.   Course map:

03 May

Sim1Racing Spring Cars & Coffee - Paramus NJ

Cars + Coffee

Rev up your spring with fellow enthusiasts — all makes and models welcome, but Bimmers always get extra credit. The BMW CCA New Jersey Chapter is back, and the season starts now. Come for the cars, stay for the conversation — no prerequisites, no dress code, just a shared appreciation for what's under the hood. DATE: Sunday, May 3rd · 9:00am – 12:00pm  LOCATION: SIM1 Racing — 145 Route 4, Paramus, NJ 07652 (https://maps.google.com/?q=145+Route+4,+Paramus,+NJ+07652)  ADMISSION: Free to attend · Open to members & non-members FOOD & DRINK: Bring your own — Panera Bread is right in the same parking lot Grab your morning coffee and breakfast at Panera Bread, located right in the same parking lot — then head over and show off your car. No better way to start a Sunday. ABOUT THE VENUE This event is hosted at SIM1 Racing in Paramus — one of North Jersey's premier motorsport simulation facilities. Beyond the car show, members are encouraged to step inside and check out their professional-grade driving simulators. Whether you're a seasoned track day regular or just curious about sim racing, it's worth a look. The perfect complement to a morning spent around real machines.

01 Jun

June NJ/NY Thunderbolt NJMP - Driver School and Club Race

Driver's School

Monday, June 1 — Tuesday, June 2, 2026

We are running the new Devil's Pass and without the chicane

Please come join us for our traditional Driver School event at our annual June Club Race/Driver School to benefit the Westlake School to be held at our home track at New Jersey Motorsports Park in Millville, NJ.  The event will be held on Thunderbolt Raceway, which is a 14 turn, 2.25 mile road course designed by the owners of VIR with help from the legendary Carroll Shelby. Since 2008 a number of professional racing series have held events at Thunderbolt Raceway.  This is a perfect spectator event given the proximity of the track to the majority of our members, the excitement of Club Racing and the joy of the kids from the Westlake School who come as our guests. Take a personal day and come out to the track! Driver School: We anticipate a full school for this event based on our success of past years.  To accommodate the maximum number of students possible, there may be a greater range of driving skills than usual in each group. If you send a payment and we cannot accommodate you, you will receive a full refund (i.e., a cancellation fee will not be assessed). As always, acceptance preference is based upon the date your payment is received by the registrar. REGISTER EARLY TO SECURE YOUR PLACE IN THE SCHOOL! We are offering single day student registrations for either Monday or Tuesday! While we still believe that you will get maximum fun and learning by participating in both days, we also understand that not everyone is able to come for two days. Come out and join us for what is always a fun event. Spectators: You are welcome to attend the event and watch - no charge for spectators and we may be able to get you a ride on track with an instructor!   Driver School Sponsors:

Driver School Sponsor

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07 Jun

Autocross June 07 2026 - TD-Bank Ballpark

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  Our second Auto-X (Autocross) event will be June 07 2026 at TD Bank Ballpark.   Autocrossing has been a premier activity for the New Jersey Chapter from the beginning. If you have questions about what an autocross is or how the event is organized, please go here. Each driver will usually get at least 8 timed runs during the day. Your best time counts toward the competition. Each cone that is knocked down, or displaced from the box in which it stands, adds a 2 second penalty. The Venue: The TD Bank Ballpark lot allows courses that yield typical run times of about 45 seconds. Most drivers run the course using 2nd gear. Course map: TBA Minimum Age and License: Drivers must be at least 17 years of age and have full driver's license. Car requirements: You do not need to own or drive a BMW to participate.  However, your car should be in safe condition to run at an autocross.  Please consult the tech document here.

28 Jun

Autocross June 28 2026 - TD-Bank Ballpark

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  Our third Auto-X (Autocross) event will be June 07 2026 at TD Bank Ballpark.   Autocrossing has been a premier activity for the New Jersey Chapter from the beginning. If you have questions about what an autocross is or how the event is organized, please go here. Each driver will usually get at least 8 timed runs during the day. Your best time counts toward the competition. Each cone that is knocked down, or displaced from the box in which it stands, adds a 2 second penalty. The Venue: The TD Bank Ballpark lot allows courses that yield typical run times of about 45 seconds. Most drivers run the course using 2nd gear. Course map: TBA Minimum Age and License: Drivers must be at least 17 years of age and have full driver's license. Car requirements: You do not need to own or drive a BMW to participate.  However, your car should be in safe condition to run at an autocross.  Please consult the tech document here.

11 Jul

July Summit Point Main - Driver School & Club Race

Driver's School

Saturday, Jul 11 — Sunday, Jul 12, 2026

Geoff Atkinson Memorial Driver School and Club Race: Please come join us for the Thirteenth Annual Geoff Atkinson Memorial Driver School and Club Race. We are planning a special celebration of our friend Geoff Atkinson - please come out and make this an event to remember. Our annual combined Driver School and Club race at Summit Point Raceway has become the NJ Chapter’s second tradition (behind our June race/school). Summit Point Raceway is in the rolling hills of the northeast corner of West Virginia near Harper’s Ferry. While West Virginia sounds like a long drive, for many NJ members it is, in fact, not any further driving time than to Palmer or Watkins Glen. The School and the Club Race divide track time between student run groups in the School and Race run groups. So, when you’re not on the track or in the classroom, you can take time to watch the racing. We may run 3 student groups for this event depending on racer participation. Be sure to register early to lock-in your place in the school! Please note also that we will allow open face helmets (Snell 2020 or newer) for this event.

19 Jul

Autocross July 19 2026 - TD-Bank Ballpark

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Our fourth Auto-X (Autocross) event will be July 19 2026 at TD Bank Ballpark. Autocrossing has been a premier activity for the New Jersey Chapter from the beginning. If you have questions about what an autocross is or how the event is organized, please go here. Each driver will usually get at least 8 timed runs during the day. Your best time counts toward the competition. Each cone that is knocked down, or displaced from the box in which it stands, adds a 2 second penalty. The Venue: The TD Bank Ballpark lot allows courses that yield typical run times of about 45 seconds. Most drivers run the course using 2nd gear. Course map: TBA Minimum Age and License: Drivers must be at least 17 years of age and have full driver's license. Car requirements: You do not need to own or drive a BMW to participate.  However, your car should be in safe condition to run at an autocross.  Please consult the tech document here.

09 Aug

Autocross August 09 2026 - TD-Bank Ballpark

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Our fifth Auto-X (Autocross) event will be August 09 2026 at TD Bank Ballpark. Autocrossing has been a premier activity for the New Jersey Chapter from the beginning. If you have questions about what an autocross is or how the event is organized, please go here. Each driver will usually get at least 8 timed runs during the day. Your best time counts toward the competition. Each cone that is knocked down, or displaced from the box in which it stands, adds a 2 second penalty. The Venue: The TD Bank Ballpark lot allows courses that yield typical run times of about 45 seconds. Most drivers run the course using 2nd gear. Course map: TBA Minimum Age and License: Drivers must be at least 17 years of age and have full driver's license. Car requirements: You do not need to own or drive a BMW to participate.  However, your car should be in safe condition to run at an autocross.  Please consult the tech document here.

06 Sep

Autocross September 06 2026 - TD-Bank Ballpark

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Our sixth Auto-X (Autocross) event will be September 06 2026 at TD Bank Ballpark. Autocrossing has been a premier activity for the New Jersey Chapter from the beginning. If you have questions about what an autocross is or how the event is organized, please go here. Each driver will usually get at least 8 timed runs during the day. Your best time counts toward the competition. Each cone that is knocked down, or displaced from the box in which it stands, adds a 2 second penalty. The Venue: The TD Bank Ballpark lot allows courses that yield typical run times of about 45 seconds. Most drivers run the course using 2nd gear. Course map: TBA Minimum Age and License: Drivers must be at least 17 years of age and have full driver's license. Car requirements: You do not need to own or drive a BMW to participate.  However, your car should be in safe condition to run at an autocross.  Please consult the tech document here.

11 Sep

September 11-13 Summit Point Shenandoah Driver School - NJ/NCC - Driver School

Driver's School

NCC & NJ 2026 Fall HPDE & TT- Summit Point (Shen)

BMW CCA New Jersey & National Capital Chapter Fall HPDE & Time Trials Shenandoah Circuit at Summit Point!! Welcome to the NCC annual Shenandoah Circuit Fall HPDE & Time Trials at Summit Point Motorsports Park, presented by BMW CCA New Jersey & National Capital Chapter.

29 Sep

Autocross September 29 2026 - TD-Bank Ballpark

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Our seventh and final Auto-X (Autocross) event will be September 29th 2026 at TD Bank Ballpark. Autocrossing has been a premier activity for the New Jersey Chapter from the beginning. If you have questions about what an autocross is or how the event is organized, please go here. Each driver will usually get at least 8 timed runs during the day. Your best time counts toward the competition. Each cone that is knocked down, or displaced from the box in which it stands, adds a 2 second penalty. The Venue: The TD Bank Ballpark lot allows courses that yield typical run times of about 45 seconds. Most drivers run the course using 2nd gear. Course map: TBA Minimum Age and License: Drivers must be at least 17 years of age and have full driver's license. Car requirements: You do not need to own or drive a BMW to participate.  However, your car should be in safe condition to run at an autocross.  Please consult the tech document here.