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      Racing enthusiasts gear up to test their skills at India'a F1 track

      CarTrade Editorial Team

      CarTrade Editorial Team

      The owners of Buddh International Circuit – India's Formula One racing track – have announced that its will host 6 Open Track Days each year, wherein registrants will be able to test their driving skills at the high speed circuit. Jaypee Sports International Limited (JPSI) has said that it will open the track for the general public on these days, the first of which is on April 22, 2012. The company believes that this move will provide an unparalleled experience to the masses smitten with racing in India. Mercedes Benz has already signed a deal with the company to allow track days for its customers on a regular basis.

      According to a JPSI employee, “In each session 30 fans will be able to take their personal vehicles for a spin around the track. The cost for a single session has been pegged at around Rs. 8,500 and if a person books its for three session, he'll have to shell out Rs. 20,000.” On the other hand, motorcycling enthusiasts would have to shell out Rs. 6,000 per session.

      There will be three sessions on each day for cars and one round exclusively for bikes. The public can participate between 7 am and 6 pm on the Open Track Days. In order to sign up for the inaugural Open Track Day, enthusiasts can fill up the requisite forms next week; the forms will be present online, at JPSI's official website.

      Buddh International Circuit, located at Greater Noida, garnered a lot of appreciation in 2011 during the first Airtel Indian Grand Prix for its top end technical characteristics. This 5.14 km circuit, designed by Herman Tilke, was deemed among the best tracks across the globe during the 20-race event.