Speed News Vol. 1 Issue 7 August : Page 42
Cars launched off a one-sided ramp to produce some spectacular barrel rolls, which wowed the crowd. called HyperDrives, which serves as many drivers’ introductions to track-day events. Kevin Helms, Honda Challenge driver and perennial podium finisher at the NASA National Championships, began his road racing career after participating in a HyperDrive in 2002. “I had always loved road racing, but always thought it would be too expensive,” Helms says. “I did a HyperDrive in 2002 and was hooked from that point. I realized that the NASA system is really affordable and allows a driver to build their skills as they build their cars. I have been racing for almost 10 years now and I love it. I’m not sure I would have found road racing had it not been for those HyperDrives.” HyperFest encourages attendees to camp, and for two days the infield of Summit Point Raceway becomes a community of speed enthusiasts. Jim Titus of Baltimore has been coming to HyperFest every year for 11 years. “I haven’t missed one. We look forward to this event every year and we bring more and more people to each one,” Titus says. “We used to be 42
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