Trackdays at the Ladoux circuit (Michelin test tracks)

Trackdays – Driving on the Ladoux circuit
Trackdays 100% sliding limited to 40 enrolments for 20 cars on the track at any one time (2 series of 20 cars).
Only registered vehicles are allowed (regulations imposed by the Michelin company – no exemption possible). Vehicles without a license plate will not be allowed to enter the site.
The concept of our Trackdays
Come and drive your car on the Ladoux circuit (Michelin tracks) at Clermont Ferrand. We want our track days to be both exclusive and qualitative by limiting the number of enrolments to 40 cars on the wet track.
We have been organising these Trackdays for several years now. Every year we organize about 50 Trackdays on some of the most beautiful circuits in France: Charade, Magny-Cours, Le Mans, Le Castellet, Dijon-Prenois, Nogaro, Val de Vienne, Le Mas du Clos, etc…
Safety and quality of driving are our main priorities:
- We attach particular attention to the compliance of the safety regulations on the track. Drivers who are responsible for dangerous driving will be cautioned and if necessary banned from driving on the circuit.
- We limit the number of drivers on the track in order to provide optimum driving conditions.
- We limit the number of enrolments in order to maximize driving time with an open pit lane.
The Ladoux circuit and its specificities
Throughout the year Michelin carries out tests on its tyres on these tracks. There are 21 different tracks. For our Trackdays, Michelin opens the doors of its test centre to allow you to drive your car on the wet track.
This track, also known as the “Duck” track (due to its shape) is 2.3km long with 14 corners and equipped with an automatic watering system, great drifts guaranteed.
Programme for your Trackday at Ladoux
- 07:30 : Welcome for the participants (or 12:15 for the afternoon session) .
- 08:15 : Technical and safety briefing (or 12:30 for the afternoon session). Briefing is mandatory : in case of late arrival participants must attend a 2nd briefing session once driving has begun.
- 09:00-12:00 : Driving with sliding on the wet track (“The Duck”) in 2 sets of series (rotation of series every 30 minutes)
- 12:00 -13:00 : Lunch break (meal not included-food truck on site on certain dates)
- 13:00-17:00 : Driving with sliding on the wet track (“The Duck”) in 2 sets of series (rotation of series every 30 minutes)
Conditions required to participate in the Trackdays
- Authorised vehicles : Registered vehicles with MOT. Vehicles which do not have a licence plate and valid MOT will not be allowed. No open wheel vehicles will be allowed. All vehicles must have an on track civil liability insurance, must respect the noise limit imposed by the circuit (100db on the Ladoux circuit) and must be equipped with a tow hook. Electric vehicles are not allowed on the Trackdays at Ladoux.
- Obligatory Equipment : Helmet with at least the CE norm, long-sleeved tops and trousers (for men and women)and the full equipment for competition vehicles (see list in the Regulations)
- Participation Conditions : Valid car driving licence (equivalent to a licence B in France) for all drivers , passengers must be a minimum of 16 years old. All participants must provide proof of identity in order to enter the circuit (the Michelin site is high security). The list of all persons present (drivers and accompanying persons)must be presented to Nomad Driving Event at least 10 days prior to the date in order to access the site.
- Documents to be provided on the Trackday : A copy of the Trackday Regulations, completed signed and dated the day of the trackday (1 copy /driver)
Included in the Trackday enrolment
- Access to the track for 1 driver per vehicle (supplement for additional drivers)
- Passengers 16 years and over accepted free of charge
- Open bar with soft drinks all day, including pastries , coffee and cold drinks
- First Aid assistance and recovery vehicles present at the track
- At extra cost:
- Additional drivers
- Personalised coaching with an instructor with prior reservation
Sliding expériences on our sport cars
We also propose driving experiences on our BMW sport cars, including coaching with our instructors, during these trackdays. For more information, please contact us.
Access to and accommodation at the Ladoux circuit
The Ladoux circuit is located 10 km from the Michelin headquarters, in Clermont Ferrand. It is accessible via the A75 and the A89 motorways or via the D2009. Various accommodation options are available near the circuit de Michelin Ladoux in Clermont Ferrand such as : Hotel Ibis Style Clermont République, Hotel Privilodges, Hotel Le Lion, Hotel Best Western Plus Gergovie etc…