One of the best track organizers in California! Chris and the SV team always puts on a great event. If you're a new driver the beginner groups are a great way to get your feet wet in a safe way, If you're chasing a sub 1:50 at buttonwillow there will be multiple cars doing this in the advanced groups. read more

Speedventures is the best well organized and trusted trackday club i ever raced with. Highly recommend. Aaron is a very knowledgeable and respectful person who really cares about customers. read more

Way better than xtreme speed. Runs are on time, safety is #1 and honestly, I just like the people who run it better. They seem more friendly. read more

Speed Ventures - 911 on the track - Race Tracks Near Me - Los Angeles, California

These people will 100% take your money and give you nothing in return. My brother purchased a gift certificate for me and unfortunately, I can't use the gift certificate. No big deal. They have a refund policy, according to their website and also Edward said that a refund wouldn't be a problem. Except when Edward was fired someone named Bronson stepped in and said a refund wasn't possible because "Chris" told him it wasn't. Okay but what about the refund policy? Well, on the gift certificate pdf, it says its non-refundable. Mind you, the only time it says it's non-refundable is after you purchase it, not before. After pointing this out, they have ignored all calls and emails. No communication. No assistance in finding an alternative way to spend the money with Speed Ventures even. read more

This is just awesome!! I've got a Corvette and always wanted to get it on a track and see what it could do. I finally found these guys a couple years ago and signed up, these guys really have it together, they have all sorts groups for every level and even teach you the ins and outs for your first time, they have classes and teacher/instructors that explain in detail how to be safe and how to get faster. I was HOOKED after my first time and now go twice a month in the spring and winter. We go to different tracks all up and down So Cal each month, they also go to some out of state as well but I just stay to the local ones because I just don't have time. I would love to get out to a couple of them some day. All the staff and corner workers are great with good attitudes and it's a great atmosphere. I always make it a 4 day event and bring my friends and family and camp at the tracks in my RV. Most just go for the day but I make a mini vacation out of it. They have food vendors at each event and video and photography options. All you need is your car and a helmet, and they even rent helmets if you don't own one and you can be flying around the track! You don't need a brand new Ferrari to have fun out there, there's everything from 2,000$ Honda's to 500k exotics and a lot of times the 2,000$ Honda's actually are faster that the cheaper cars because the drivers are just better and or have more expectance. If you like to drive fast, no matter what car you have I highly suggest giving this a try. It's very fun and very safe. Much safer than the 405 Frwy! Hahaha read more

Got some really weird messages from a Casey R. (Which according to these reviews is an instructor with speed ventures?) and they are trying to get me banned. Makes me wonder if they're filtering bad reviews... read more

Such an awesome experience! I wanted to surprise my husband with a day at the track and Speed Ventures was the perfect set up! Edward helped us out, kept great communication and assisted us with being prepared for the day. It was my husbands first time racing on a track and the staff did great with keeping everyone safe and organized. We cant wait to come back! Definetly recommend to anyone looking to race or watch some amazing cars speed through the track!! read more

I had no idea the autocross event at Fontana would be so much damn fun. Having run a few events at Streets of willow you would think autocross might be a little boring. Hell no! 34 seconds of intensity does wonders for track day withdrawals. Great way for people to get into the sport. The only thing I would improve is the length of the course a bit. Other than that thanks Mr Bitterman for organizing an awesome event. Will be back in October God willing. Great place for family and friends to spend a weekend and check out some beautiful cars and cool people. read more

Speed Ventures - Wifey and friends digging this place. Evo and integra ran great. - Race Tracks Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I did my first ever track event this last Saturday with Speed Ventures and it was awesome. These guys are extremely organized, knowledgeable, and above all SAFE. Safety was my biggest concern. If it's your first time, they'll hook you up with an instructor for the first two sessions of the day. Mine was wonderful. You're in good hands with Speed Ventures! read more

Safest track day organization in Southern California. Been to alot of different track days and I always come back to speed ventures!

So I started tracking my car late last year. I had always enjoyed racing simulation games and go karts, etc, but I decided it was time to move up a notch. I'm not sure how I found Speed Ventures, but I did, and I'm glad. I've since found a few similar, local organizations, but they just didn't seem quite as organized. There are national organizations, too, but their ease of entry seem a bit daunting. With Speedventures, you basically pay, and you're good to go (that's a simplification, but it's essentially accurate). Basically, Speed Ventures puts together high performance driving events at a relatively affordable price. You are not actually racing anybody, though. This isn't, "Here's some money, let me start cutting people off because I'm Speed Racer. Let me beat my chest, and roar." It's primarily all time trial. You're racing against the clock, trying to set good lap times given the model of your car. Don't expect to beat the other guy's Ferrari times with your Civic, although it is very satisfying to post better lap times than a faster car, so skill definitely comes into play. Unfortunately, due to the nature of the sport, it is a bit pricey, compared to...I don't know, an amusement park like Disneyland? But let's say you've come to the point where Disneyland just doesn't interest you as much as it did when you were 9 years old, or even Six Flags, which may end up mowed down for housing anyway. For $150-$350, you get to bring your car to whichever race track you've signed up for, and drive as fast as you can. Typically, the world class tracks tend to be $250 or more, tracks like Laguna Seca, Infineon, or California Speedway, whereas the local, less famous tracks are $200 or less. It isn't entirely all name brand that drives the price, though. Local SoCal tracks like Streets of Willow Springs, or Buttonwillow (I've heard) are quite fun and could give their famous brethren a run for the money. It's just that the run off (if you should have the misfortune of driving off the track) on the cheaper courses tend to be dirt, whereas with the "name brand" tracks, they tend to be grass, sand, or some other material. Anyway, once you sign up, you will be split up into different experience levels. As their FAQ points out, you could bring an F1 car, but if you've never been on the track, you should go in the newbie group. You could lie, but they claim if they catch you, you will not be allowed to drive, and you won't get a refund. You then have the opportunity to rent a helmet for $20, rent a lap time transponder for $20 (you want this), sign up for free group coaching if you've never been on the track, or one-on-one coaching for $40 per session. I recommend the one-on-one if you've never been on the track, or have no idea what a proper racing line is. The coaches are all very nice people - they're actually fellow customers who have volunteered. At the events, you get five, twenty minute sessions, which is actually quite a bit of driving. I was pretty tired by the end of the day. If you crave more, they are pretty laid back about letting you hop into other groups if there is room. Leaving your ego at home would be good. These events are for all car enthusiasts to get together and have some fun. Having said that, the passing system is kinda honor based. You don't just pass a person if you feel like it, unless you're in the red group. If someone is getting up behind you, just point them by and let them pass. Conceivably, you could never point and just get tailgated a lot, but you'll probably get reported pretty quickly. Generally, I've seen very little ego among participants, but I did see this one angry Dodge Magnum with crazy flame paint on the sides that just couldn't seem to accept that a little S2000 could out drive it. Oh, a piece of advice. If you're new, and you find yourself being tailgated, don't let it get in your head. They won't (shouldn't) pass until you point, so it will be on your terms. Some people, including myself at one point, freak out and start driving erratically. Not good. Just relax, ignore them until you find a comfortable spot to let them pass. Always drive within your own limits, not someone else's, or you invite disaster. All in all, I've only done two events through these guys, but I'm already signed up for a third event, and hope to do more beyond that. While the site seems a tad ghetto, I mean, it's not like a mega-corp website or anything, it definitely is one of the better sites for this niche sport. read more

I'd rate 95% Arguably the best driving event organization out there! ***Short Review*** These guys organize driving events on racetracks and autoX ( timed cone course on a big lot). Prices are very competitive relative to other organizations, figure $150-$350ish for a day on the track, depending on which track & specials. Most track events are in Socal, including Buttonwillow, Willow Springs, CA Speedway (Fotana), etc. AutoX runs $70-$80, usually in CA Speedway, in Fontana, socal. Good instructors, great track workers, excellent website, and very laid back, comfortable events. ***Detailed Review*** This is my favorite driving event organization out there. I've run with them for the past 6-8 years or so, and it's consistently professional. They offer a pretty good amount of events. It seems like every three months or so, they head out to some of the more popular tracks like big Willow, streets of willow, buttonwill, Laguna Seca, and Calfornia Speedway. All AutoX events Ive been with, they've offered at California Speedway. They do offer instructors for drivers. It's great for beginners and experienced track drivers alike. It does come with an extra fee though depending on how much instruction you'd like. I may usually pay around $100 extra per track day with this, although I'm not sure if it's available for autoX events. I find this tremendously helpful as it offers invaluable feedback on how to avoid mistakes or further refine my driving on a given lap. Track supervision from a Speed Ventures event is very professional and organized. They do an awesome job monitoring cars on the track & enforcing rules. Road hogs and more reckless drivers will often get flagged. I like the fact that they seldom let too many cars on at the same time. When I pay for an event, I want seat time, NOT getting stuck in traffic like some other organizers. Car inspections, are for better or worse, very lax. Nobody will throw a fuss about you having the wrong helmet, or that a rear relocated battery doesn't have a metal box, etc. You pretty much do your own inspection, but organizers will keep a tight eye on your car during an event. Value is great. Speed ventures isn't the cheapest but its far from the most expensive with track days being anywhere from $75 for an autoX to maybe $200 or depending on which track and if there are specials (where you find out with their newsletter), but it's certainly still one of the most affordable organizers out there, while being the most consistently well run groups. Their website is very organized, and offers several blogs that are very helpful. Subscribing to their site will keep you updated on events and bargains. If I had to complain, and it's really a minor one at that, I'd say they ought to lease out helmets at more reasonable rates. Lot of people may want to give it a shot may feel ripped off renting an old dingy helmet for $20 a day, or whatever they charge now. Yeah it's a better deal to get your own, but the cost of buying a new helmet may be cost prohibitive for someone starting out the hobby. Then again, almost all events do this. Speed Ventures offers the very best at what they do! read more

I have been doing track days with Speed Ventures for about two years now. Pros: -They allow you to do your own tech inspection. -Passengers are allowed Cons: -More expensive -There have been events where you only get four sessions. Overall I am happy with this track day organizer and will continue to attend events with them. read more

Cannot speak highly enough about SV - no other track day organizer I've run with has been as organized, as well-supplied (transponders, helmets, tape, track workers, water, coffee, donuts, etc.) or as well-attended (it's boring with only 10 other cars out there...people may complain about traffic, but I prefer to be at the track with everyone rather than by myself). Drivers' meetings are succinct, informative, and lighthearted, yet also no-nonsense. SV is quick to deal with problem drivers to zero out risk to you from other participants. They have a Tundra and trailer on hand to recover stalled or worse cars in the event of an issue. Passengers are allowed so long as they wear a helmet, unlike SO many other organizations who cannot seem to figure out that this is one of the #1 attractions at an HPDE. They get an annual Laguna Seca and Sonoma event, to the delight of SoCal regulars who aren't familiar with the usual organizations that rent the tracks up north. Also, they have a great website that stores literally every lap you log as long as you have a transponder, plus your car info and more, and even includes a list of other attendees so you can size up who will be out there long before the event. I'm always most comfortable at an SV event, and hope to see them continue to grow. read more

Went to our first Auto Cross at the AAA Race Track in Fontana. The gates open at 9 AM but we drove in at 10. Between the two of us we had a near stock 2002 Miata + my stock Chevy Impala. Only yesterday I picked up an SA2005 rated 3/4 race helmet off craigs' list for $50. It was probably worth about $150-250 depending on if the guy got it far below what I see it selling for. The condition looked totally brand new/unused inside and out. Anyways - I'm gonna have to go again soon... the cost is right at $75 for a full days' use on a safe but compact "track" with an electronic timer. Now - which car to take next time?? read more

A friend of mine did the Speed Ventures thing and had a blast. He then went to the Skip Barber racing school and really learned how to drive. They provide formula (open wheeled) cars. He did it at Sebring, but they have the schools all over. Now his speed ventures outings are more fun. He even had a huge poster made that makes him look like a pro driver. Speed Ventures: speedventures.com Barber school: skipbarber.com Have fun -- Ben read more

Visited this group with a friend who races. Speed ventures is a very well put together organization. They rent tracks for race days where anyone can bring out their cars and test them on the tracks to their full abilities. They are well organized. They will go over all the rules and regulations with the racers and all the safety precautions. They have instructors available for those with less experience and have different racing classifications from beginner to advanced. They also have equipment such as transponders and helmets to rent if needed. Great organization, great events. read more

Far and away the best run group around, very organized and professional. Consistently timely and on schedule. Always the same friendly faces as far as ownership and crew. You get what you pay for, while they may not be the cheapest around they're definitely the best bang for the buck read more

I participated in Novice group as i am new to track day events. James provided in-depth knowledge on taking corners. Was able to carry good enough speeds over corners and had lot of fun. Had less cars in my group ,so i could focus on getting racing lines correctly. read more

Speed ventures is a great way to learn how to drive fast and have lots of fun doing it. Very good Organization to be part of

Track days are FUNNN with Speed Ventures, the staff members are nice and safety is always ON. Thanks for the great track days. read more

Speed Ventures - Race Tracks Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Great track day, very organized and well run. Lots of employees to direct participants w/o attitude. thank you

Best track organization in SoCal. If you have an S2000, be sure to come out for S2K Challenge! read more

I've driven with about three different high performance driving organizations and Speed Ventures is by far the best and safest.

Update: Aaron reached out to resolve this matter and now I have $100 credit with SV. however I have yet to use it. It would've been nice if SV took matter at the moment so I don't have to share my bad experience. It is difficult to please every single customer, however I wasted about 2 hrs on track that day and that lost time will never come back. Speed venture owes me $100 since 2016 due to group on coupon issue they had and it is still ongoing battle to resolve this.. First they couldn't get sign in together so I had to miss my first session on my first day with speed venture and Aaron who was the manager wasn't so helpful nor show efforts to resolve this in any expedited way. They just wanted me to go away and gas out I guess. management is avoiding to speak to me to resolve this matter since they think I'm not important customer. Shame. I though SV was better than extreme speed but I have to say I had better experience w Extremespeed which is unbelievable. read more

Love speed ventures. Their events are very organized compared to other organizations. Though their price for entry is typically 10$ more than the competitor, you could say it's worth the premium for more space and seat time while you're on the track. The drivers that attend speedventure events usually have more commonsense than at other events. Keep up the good work on putting these events on Aaron. read more

Well organized, fun and safe events. Everyone is welcome, from beginners to experienced racers. The event organizers are responsive and helpful. The events are well worth the price. Unbelievable fun! read more

Very organized group of racing enthusiasts. I raced at their event today, could not be happier

First track experience this past Sunday at Autoclub Speedway! I had nothing but a complete blast and learned an immense amount of information as well as driving time! I have nothing but great things to say about it and I cannot wait to come back! James was my instructor for the blue group and was fantastic! Thanks again! See you soon! read more

Finally attended an event for the first time and hands down wish I would have done it sooner. The staff was extremely helpful and explained every step that in great detail. I signed up for The Chuckwalla event in the novice class which came with classroom time as well as an instructor to ride along. Both were extremely informative and broke down lessons to my level of understanding. My instructor was Dino who was very knowledgeable about everything I asked. Overall a great experience and can't wait to go again. read more

I have done at least three track days with these guys and I couldn't be happier. Aaron runs safe, efficient events. I'll definitely be back.

Aaron and the guys at Speed Ventures are awesome. The track days are always on time and run smooth. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to get out and race their car. read more

The hands-down-best way to get on track safely, and at a very wide selection of venues. Aaron and Dave run a tight ship, handling events with the utmost professionalism. read more

Shot out to Aaron & the crew, you guys are the real deal. Driving fast on a track is dangerous, no doubts about it. But the guys at SpeedVentures works very hard to make it as safe as possible. Now only if there were more tracks in the SoCal area. read more

Ready for fun and adventure, high speed and balls to the wall. I like driving fast and living on the edge and having a great time.