CAROC & Lotus Corps Present
The Carl Grabowski Driver’s Education & Lapping Day
Blackhawk Farms Raceway
Saturday, June 13th, 2026
The Chicago Alfa Romeo Owners Club and Lotus Corps invite you to participate in the Carl Grabowski Driver’s Education and Lapping Day at Blackhawk Farms on Saturday, June 13th, 2026.
Registration and tech inspection will begin at 7AM.
This year we are offering a limited number of $20 early-bird discounts, so don’t delay! Sign up today and save.
CAROC or Lotus Corps Member $20 Discount (For current paid CAROC or Lotus Corps club members ONLY)
For our experienced track participants, do you know someone who is on the fence about participating in a track day? Share this with them.
Ready to experience the thrill of the track—without the pressure?
🚗 Open to Everyone
No matter your experience level or what you drive, you’re welcome here. From complete beginners to seasoned drivers—and from daily drivers to high-performance machines—all makes, models, and skill levels are encouraged to participate.
🚦 Perfect for Beginners
If you’ve ever been curious about driving on a real track, this is your moment. Our Green (Novice) Group is designed specifically for drivers with little to no experience. You’ll get:
- Professional classroom guidance
- In-car instruction
- A supportive, low-pressure environment
All entrants in the novice (Green) group get a special discounted price!
Green/Group C – $314
Green run group is for those with little to no track driving experience. Classroom and in-car instruction will be provided for those that need it..
🏁 More Track Time, More Fun
We’ve redesigned the day to maximize your time on track:
6 sessions for Green group (beginners)
7 sessions for experienced drivers in the RED and YELLOW groups
Open lapping morning and afternoon
A relaxed 45-minute touring session at noon (open to all participants and volunteers)
Whether you’re looking to build confidence behind the wheel or finally check “track day” off your bucket list, this event is built to welcome you in and get you hooked.
Spots are limited—registration is now open, so don’t miss out!
On track activities will wrap up at 6PM.
All drivers, even those who are only doing Lunchtime Touring, must register. Thank you!
The format will be open lapping by class in the morning and afternoon.
- There will be a touring session at noon. The noon touring session will run for approximately 45 minutes and is open to our event volunteers and paid participants.
- On track activities will wrap up at 6pm.
In order to streamline registration and make it easier to pay by credit card, we will be using Motorsportreg. We ask that you create an account even if you plan to enter by mail with a check. Please enter 3 car numbers in your vehicle profile, in order of preference.
To register online with a credit card, please perform the following steps:
1) Create an account at Motorsportreg.com if you do not already have one (links will open in a new tab).
2) CLICK HERE for the event registration form.
To register by mail with a check, please perform the following steps:
1) Create an account at Motorsportreg.com if you do not already have one (links will open in a new tab).
2) CLICK HERE to add CAROC / Lotus Corps to your MotorsportReg account (click on “Add this organization to your account”).
3) If you prefer to use a paper application contact Wayne Seely via email.
Why Register for the Blackhawk Farms Education & Lapping Day
READ FAQ
Event fee – $369
Lunchtime Touring Only (No roll bar required) – $59
Discount for current CAROC / Lotus Corps members ONLY – $20
Early bird discount – $20 (limited number available)
Green group newbee discount – $59
YOU CAN NOW REGISTER ONLINE.
PLEASE create an account even if registering by mail.
If you prefer to use a paper application contact Wayne Seely via email.
Safety requirements for Lapping/Time Trial are as follows:
- Car must pass safety tech inspection
- Helmets (Snell 2015 min) and seat belts are required
- Loaner helmets available with advance notice (Track rentals available also)
- Roll bar required in all open top cars, extending at least 2 inches above drivers helmet with driver in place.
REGISTRATION OPENS MAR 1, 2026
Thanks to one of our sponsors Glenview Luxury Imports
