Texans Gets Their Own Supercars

Dec. 21, 2015 - PRLog -- There are two camps when it comes to driving an exotic car: the 1 percent that owns these awe-inspiring supercars and the rest of the world. Fittipaldi Exotic Driving is for the 99 percent. Taking reservations now for the January launch, FED gives consumers the chance to get behind the wheel of some of the most powerful, high performance sports cars in the world. It also offers businesses brilliant meeting and incentive ideas unlike any other.

The 6-lap supercar driving experiences begin at $269 (ages 18 and above), and Race Rides in an authentic Porsche racecar are only $99  (ages 14 and above). Those who need a last minute gift will truly appreciate the holiday pricing: 20% off all driving experiences and $20 off Race Rides. Gift certificates are available now. Reservations can be booked now at www.drivefittipaldi.com.

The supercar experience will be available in Fort Worth, Austin and Houston one weekend per month and by appointment for groups. FED is scheduled to be at MSR Houston on January 8-9; in Fort Worth on January 15-16 and at Driveway Austin on January 22-23. To see monthly dates, select your track at www.drivefittipaldi.com.

Many supercar businesses travel around the country, and visit markets only one or two times per year. FED is the first Texas-based business to operate at multiple tracks, which means convenience for FED customers. If a customer needs to reschedule (or in case of adverse weather conditions), FED will be back within a month, rather than next year. It also means year-round availability for corporate clients.

The recipe for a successful supercar startup is a combination of significant capital and deep, specialized experience. With an inventory of eight luxury sports cars ranging in price from $262,000 for the Ferrari F430 Scuderia to $103,000 for the Porsche 911 Carrera S (991), FED is investing nearly $1.5 million in vehicles alone.

FED is flush with expertise. Owned by supercar expert Bill Scott and sports car championship winning driver Christian Fittipaldi, FED is made up of many years of know-how, best practices and industry passion. Scott brings nearly 20 years of direct experience with racing and exotic cars. He spent years with Petty Enterprises, a leading NASCAR team, and nearly a decade as an executive with Richard Petty Driving Experience and Exotic Driving Experience.

Scott’s long-time friend and co-owner, Fittipaldi is a leader in the racing world. A competitor in premier motorsports series for nearly three decades, Fittipaldi has competed in the IndyCar series, CART series, Formula 1 and NASCAR. Most recently, Fittipaldi competed in the foremost sports car series in the United States: IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. With FED, Fittipaldi has found an outlet for sharing his passion.

“Some people only daydream of handling an exotic supercar worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. "It’s a bucket list item,” says Christian Fittipaldi, co-owner of FED. “Through FED, we are making dreams into reality.”

The price of a 6-lap FED experience on a racetrack ranges from $269-$419 depending on car selection. Other experiences charge up to $100 for an on-track video, at FED the video is include in the price of the experience. The program begins with classroom instruction detailing the supercar, safety instructions, the course, paddle shifting and communication with the in-car driving instructor. After this introduction, drivers will get to know their car and instructor, have an opportunity for photos and – the ultimate finale – drive the iconic luxury sports car of their choice on the road course. Drivers must be at least 18 years old with a valid driver’s license; or a minimum of 14 years old for Race Rides in an authentic Porsche racecar.

FED also caters to the corporate world. The company offers unique options for incentives, team building, meetings and groups at each of the three tracks. From half-day events to extravagant, trackside dining and riding experiences, FED works diligently to surpass expectations – including appearances by reigning double champion of the United SportsCar Championship series, Christian Fittipaldi.

“There are more than 50 Fortune 500 companies in the Houston, DFW and Austin markets, providing us with limitless opportunities for corporate business,” Bill Scott, co-owner of FED. “So far, FED has been a well-received, refreshing idea for meetings of up to 200 people. The unusual setting and format is ideal for generating enthusiasm and empowerment.”

Space is filling up quickly, consumers and groups are encouraged to book now!