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A great gift for any
driver or car lover

A great gift for any driver or car lover

Caterham Auto-test Experience

Take the wheel of RED’s Caterham and witness its incredible handling and lightning control first-hand. Purchase our Caterham Auto-test Experience e-voucher today.

£99 - voucher valid for 12 months.

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The iconic Caterham Experience – the art of car control

The iconic Caterham Cars is famous for building lightweight, back-to-basics sports cars that deliver pure, unfiltered performance. With razor-sharp handling, incredible agility and a power-to-weight ratio that rivals far more exotic machines, a Caterham offers a driving experience like no other.

Sitting just inches from the ground, you’ll feel every corner, every input and every surge of acceleration. There are no distractions – just you, the car and the road. It’s motoring in its rawest, most exhilarating form. For enthusiasts who crave simplicity, precision and excitement, this is an absolute gem.

Take the wheel in our Caterham Auto-Test experience and discover just how thrilling true driver engagement can be.

 

How do Autotests work?

The aim of Autotests is to negotiate as quickly as possible a memorised, low-speed course without hitting any markers – it is all about car control.

Drivers compete on a set course – marked out by plastic cones. They tackle several tests, with multiple attempts at each. The driver with the lowest accumulated time is the winner, although penalties are incurred for hitting cones, failing to stop on a line, or for taking the wrong route.

You will receive a detailed pre-drive briefing before you take to the auto-test course.

 

About the package

Where do I need to go?

All experiences are hosted at Donington Park, Castle Donington, Derby DE74 2RP

 

What do I need to know?

  • Minimum age is 16 years
  • Minimum height is 1.4 metres
  • Please wear comfortable clothing and a pair of trainers or low sole shoes
  • In wet weather a change of clothes is advisable
  • This experience will last approximately 1 ½ hours
  • All dates are subject to availability

 

What’s included?

  • Introduction and safety briefing with a fully trained instructor
  • Approximately 1 ½ hours experience, this will include approx. 15 minutes where you will be driving the vehicle yourself

Participant Guidelines

Age

There is a minimum age of 16 years old.

Height, Weight and Health

Minimum Height: 147.00 cm

Maximum Height: 198.00 cm

Maximum Weight: 114.00 kg

Participants should be in reasonable health

Licence Requirements

The Caterham Auto-test experience is suitable for all types of drivers, and because it’s RED-owned, we’re also able to run the course for those who have yet to pass their driving test. But, if that’s the case, we insist that the driver is currently trained to a level where competent with car control. We will need evidence of this from a driving instructor.

Guests

Guests are welcome, but please note that ‘viewing’ of the experience may not be possible due to health & safety and other on-site activities, in which case guests will be able to wait at the reception area or use the ‘public’ café on-site when open.

Create a bundle and save

Choose from a Friends and Family or combined driving experience packages and save 10% on the total cost.

Book 2 driving experiences and save 10%

Take your drive up a gear

Looking to make the most of your driving experience day? Book a 4x4 driving experience and add on either Skidpan, Advanced Driving skills or Caterham auto-test with a 10% discount on your total booking cost.

Book a bundled driving experience package

Bring a friend and save an additional 10%

Level up your driving experience day with friends and family

Looking to upskill your driving and have fun along the way? Take advantage of our special offer of a further10% off your total experience day price when you bring friends or family along with you!

Book a friends and family package

Our booking process

Buy a Caterham Auto-test Experience voucher by calling the RED team or by clicking the ‘Book Now’ button to buy online. We’ll then send an e-voucher and booking information to you or directly to the recipient. Please note, buying an e-voucher online does not secure the 4×4 experience – yourself or the participant can call the team to book the day and time.

The voucher is valid for 12 months from the date of issue, and the experience must be booked before the expiry date.

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FAQs for Caterham Auto-test Experience

What is a Caterham Auto-test Experience?

A Caterham auto-test is a fun driving challenge where you negotiate a cone-marked low-speed course in a lightweight sports car, focusing on precision and control.

Do I need a driving licence?

The experience is open to all drivers, including those who haven’t passed their test. But, if that’s the case, we insist that the driver is currently trained to a level where competent with car control. We will need evidence of this from a driving instructor.

Is there an age or height requirement?

Yes, participants must be at least 16 years old and have a minimum height of 1.4m.

How long does the experience last?

The Caterham auto-test experience lasts around 1 ½ hours, with an introductory briefing plus drive time.

Will I get to drive myself?

Yes, part of the experience includes around 15 minutes where you’ll be behind the wheel of the Caterham under instructor supervision.

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