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GT3 Racing

GT3 RACING
FOR EVENTS

If you only book one format, book this one. GT3 cars are quick enough to feel serious and forgiving enough that a room of people who have never done it will be racing properly inside a few minutes.

The Experience

THE FORMAT THAT ALWAYS WORKS

GT3 cars are production-based racing cars built to a balanced ruleset. In practice, for an event, what matters is that they carry traction control and anti-lock brakes, they shift with paddles so there is no gearbox to think about, and they have enough downforce to feel planted without demanding perfect inputs.

That combination means the gap between your most confident guest and your least confident one stays narrow. Everybody gets a lap time they are not embarrassed by, which is what keeps the queue full.

Why it holds a crowd

  • Guests improve visibly within a single session, which is the thing that makes people want another go.
  • Lap times cluster closely, so a leaderboard stays competitive all evening rather than being settled early.
  • The cars are recognisable to enthusiasts without being intimidating to anyone else.
Where It Fits

EVENTS IT SUITS

01 / Corporate
CORPORATE EVENTS
The default choice for sales kickoffs, annual meetings and client nights.
02 / Trade Shows
TRADE SHOW BOOTHS
Short sessions and a live leaderboard keep the queue moving all day.
03 / Dealerships
DEALERSHIP EVENTS
Broad audiences, families included, with nobody left out.
04 / Brand
BRAND ACTIVATIONS
The most photogenic format that is still easy for anyone to drive.
Running It

COMPETITION FORMATS

Fastest lap

One circuit, one car, identical conditions for everyone, live leaderboard, prize at the end. This is the format we run most often with GT3 and the one that produces the most repeat visits to the rig.

Head to head

Two or more rigs running the same session so guests race each other directly. Better for smaller groups and for events with a defined competition window.

Open racing

Rigs run continuously and guests drive when they feel like it. Best for receptions where a scheduled competition would feel forced.

Academy Sim Racing is not affiliated with, endorsed by or licensed by Formula 1, NASCAR, IMSA or any racing series, sanctioning body or car manufacturer. We provide simulator experiences using commercially available racing software.

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Questions

WHAT PLANNERS ASK

How long does a GT3 session take?
Session length is a dial we set to suit your throughput. Short runs at a busy trade show booth, longer sessions at an evening reception. Tell us your headcount and window and we will set it.
Will guests who have never raced be able to do it?
Yes. That is the main reason we recommend GT3. Driver aids are on by default and our staff set each person up, so guests are not left struggling.
Can experienced drivers be challenged?
Yes. Driver aids can be reduced or turned off for anyone who asks, and a harder circuit raises the difficulty without changing the setup for everyone else.
Which circuits do you use?
Well-known real-world road courses, chosen for how quickly a first-time driver can learn them. For a leaderboard we keep everyone on one circuit so the times are comparable.
Can the cars carry our branding?
On-screen liveries can be customized and the rigs can be wrapped. We do not supply branding for series or manufacturers we are not licensed to represent.
How many rigs do we need?
Roughly 15 to 40 drivers per hour per simulator, depending on session length. Divide your headcount by the window you have and that gives you the rig count. Send us both and we will confirm.

BRING GT3 RACING
TO YOUR EVENT.

Send us the date, the venue and your headcount. We will size the setup and quote it.