F30POST
F30POST
2012-2015 BMW 3-Series and 4-Series Forum
BMW Garage BMW Meets Register Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read
BMW 3-Series and 4-Series Forum (F30 / F32) | F30POST > BIMMERPOST Universal Forums > General BMW News and Cars Discussion > BMW Ultimate Driving Experience events launch nationwide March 21
proTUNING Freaks
Post Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
      03-16-2015, 11:15 AM   #1
Jason
Administrator
Jason's Avatar
United_States
40286
Rep
21,232
Posts

Drives: F80 M3
Join Date: Mar 2005
Location: USA

iTrader: (0)

Post BMW Ultimate Driving Experience events launch nationwide March 21

BIMMERPOST NEWS
BMW Ultimate Driving Experience events launch nationwide March 21
20
COMMENTS
Name:  Image_1 2.jpg
Views: 8800
Size:  198.4 KB

BMW’s Ultimate Driving Experience, Offering Dynamic Behind-the-Wheel Driving Programs with over 90 BMW Vehicles, Launches March 21 in Atlanta, GA.

The nationwide tour through 10 events in nine markets runs from March through November, 2015 and will feature BMW’s Teen Driving School at no cost.

Woodcliff Lake, NJ – March 16, 2015… BMW is launching the Ultimate Driving Experience, a nationwide tour that will offer dynamic behind-the-wheel driving programs through 10 events in nine markets for a total of 90 event days. A popular component of The Ultimate Driving Experience will be the Teen Driving School, which is an extension of the BMW Teen Driving School curriculum taught at the BMW Performance Center in Spartanburg, SC. The first Ultimate Driving Experience kicks-off March 21- 29 in Atlanta, GA at Atlanta Motor Speedway. The tour will consist of 10-nine day events across the U.S. in the following markets; New Jersey at MetLife Stadium (April 11-19); Miami, FL at Hialeah Park (May 9-17); Washington, DC at FedExField (June 6-14); Seattle, WA at Emerald Downs (July 25 – August 2); Los Angeles, CA at Santa Anita Racecourse (August 15-23); Phoenix, AZ at Phoenix Raceway (September 12-20); Dallas, TX at Lone Star Park (October 3-11); Chicago, IL at Arlington Racecourse (October 24-November 1); New York at Citi Field (November 14-22). All programs, with the exception of the Teen Driving School, are for those 21 years of age and over with a valid driver’s license.

Schedule summary:

Atlanta, GA - March 21-29
East Rutherford, NJ - April 11-19
Miami, FL - May 9-17
Washington, D.C. - June 6-14
Seattle, WA - July 25 - August 2
Los Angeles, CA - August 15-23
Phoenix, AZ - September 12-20
Dallas, TX - October 3-11
Chicago, IL - October 24 - November 1
Flushing, NY - November 14-22


The Teen Driving School is a fully interactive, 2-hour teen driving course featuring the BMW X1 and 228i that will be offered at no cost. The Teen Driving School will provide an introduction to driving theory and improving driving skills through classroom instruction, driver awareness activities and hands-on driving exercises. A main focus during the Teen Driving School will be creating awareness about the consequences of distracted driving with special emphasis on texting while driving and how it affects not only teens – but everyone who drives a vehicle. Eligible drivers under the age of 21 with a valid learner's permit or driver’s license can register for the school.

“We are excited to once again be providing BMW fans and driving enthusiasts across the country the opportunity to get behind the wheel, “said Kevin Philips, Head of Retail and Experiential Marketing, BMW of North America. “The free, 2-hour Teen Driving School program is a key element of the Experience, allowing new and inexperienced drivers to learn invaluable tools relating to safe driving and the dangers of distracted driving.”

The Ultimate Driving Experience will feature over 90 BMW vehicles, from BMW i to BMW M. Attendees will have access to a truly immersive experience including:
  • Dynamic Drive Experiences are professionally guided demonstrations of the BMW 535i Sedan and X5 xDrive50i that include Hill Descent Control, which is a BMW electronic function that allows for safe descent and proper vehicle balance on uneven surfaces, and Skid Pad, showcasing vehicle control on wet surfaces;
  • Street Drives that allow for 20-minute self-guided test drives per vehicle of a range of BMW vehicles including the BMW 2 Series, 4 Series, 6 Series, X Models and the all-electric BMW i3;
  • Autocross, a 2-hour challenging, closed-course driving program featuring the BMW 3 Series, 4 Series and X4, that pairs attendees with BMW’s Professional Driving Instructors for a dynamic experience that highlights advanced driving theories, defensive driving techniques and culminates in a pulse-pounding laps around the track;
  • Car Control Clinic, a full-day driving school that allows drivers to get behind the wheel of the powerful M4, M3 and M235i for an adrenaline-filled day of driving with individual instruction from BMW-certified Professional Drivers. Drivers will develop a sharper understanding of BMW’s responsive handling and performance while learning advanced driving theory. The Car Control Clinic is offered for a fee of $750.
  • Additionally, The Ultimate Driving Experience will feature a main pavilion with interactive displays.
For more information and to register for The BMW Ultimate Driving Experience visit: http://www.bmwusa.com/ude or call 800-558-4BMW (4269). Location and dates subject to change.

Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 12:51 PM   #2
Golden Arrow
Lieutenant
Golden Arrow's Avatar
United_States
195
Rep
522
Posts

Drives: F36 430i GC
Join Date: May 2014
Location: USA

iTrader: (0)

When was this announced? There's already a wait list for all of the autocross events with the 3/4er in Atlanta on the first day.

EDIT: oops, I see the press release was issued 16 March. I guess there's a lot of interest!
__________________
2017 430i GC
2013 335i
2004 330ci
2003 330xi (Forever in my heart )
Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 01:03 PM   #3
hoyasaxa
Captain
685
Rep
899
Posts

Drives: GTI | 982 4.0
Join Date: Apr 2014
Location: USA

iTrader: (0)

I can only see GA and NJ on the registration page

Edit: I guess registration for the others isn't open yet but you can request a notification when it opens.
__________________
2014 228i (lease return) | 2018 ///M2 - ED Thread (sold) | 2023 Cayman GTS 4.0 (ordered)
Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 01:09 PM   #4
rymiller73
Second Lieutenant
rymiller73's Avatar
United_States
49
Rep
260
Posts

Drives: E92 M3 6MT
Join Date: Jun 2008
Location: Washington D.C./Fairfax, VA.

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by hoyasaxa View Post
I can only see GA and NJ on the registration page

Edit: I guess registration for the others isn't open yet but you can request a notification when it opens.
Ditto, +1
__________________
2015 M3, BSM[/Carbonstructure/CF | DCT | Exec. Pkg | Adaptive M | HK Audio | 19" | CF Roof .
Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 01:33 PM   #5
Doctor///M
Brigadier General
Doctor///M's Avatar
United_States
1782
Rep
4,216
Posts

Drives: 2023 AUDI RS6
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: USA

iTrader: (14)

Garage List
2023 Audi RS6 Avant  [0.00]
BMW M2 Competition   [10.00]
2009 BMW 335i  [0.00]
2015 M3  [9.52]
Dang, Houston didn't make the list. :
__________________
2020 F87 M2 Competition /l\ LBB /i\ Executive Package
2013 E70 X5M /l\ Space Grey /i\ Full Silverstone Leather /l\ LED Headlights /i\ Comfort Access /l\ HUD /i\ Ventilated Seats /l\ 22" BBS SV
BMW CCA Member
Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 01:42 PM   #6
03BeastCharmer
Lieutenant Colonel
03BeastCharmer's Avatar
257
Rep
1,660
Posts

Drives: '13 M3
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Houston

iTrader: (3)

Quote:
Originally Posted by Doctor///M View Post
Dang, Houston didn't make the list. :
Houston already had an event late last year.
__________________

Current: '13 E92 M3 Euro Delivery
Gone: E86 M Coupe; E30 M3, E39 M5, E36 M3
Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 02:05 PM   #7
EzequielR
Major
EzequielR's Avatar
Dominican Republic
257
Rep
1,347
Posts

Drives: E92 08 328xi
Join Date: Aug 2013
Location: NYC

iTrader: (2)

Sounds like fun!
__________________


Quote:
Originally Posted by okusa View Post
The lack of love won't come from the fact that it's not on a race track but rather that it is on the ground and, in fact, ruined.
my 2 feets are currently on the ground, are they ruined? haha
Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 03:04 PM   #8
E90M3velocity
Captain
Philippines
337
Rep
923
Posts

Drives: Manual-Slicktop E90 M3
Join Date: Oct 2012
Location: Bay Area CA

iTrader: (4)

Hopefully they will squeeze a san francisco event for this year like what they did last year.
Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 03:20 PM   #9
aajami
Brigadier General
aajami's Avatar
United_States
430
Rep
4,567
Posts

Drives: Space Gray '09 E92 M3
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Manhattan Beach, CA

iTrader: (4)

That's got to be the world's worst Photoshop.
__________________
'09 E92 M3: Space Gray, Black, Carbon Leather | ZTP 2MK ZPP 2MT 6FL | link 1 / link 2
Mods: M Performance exhaust | ZCP retrofit | Euro airbox | GTS DCT flash | JPN 240 ECU flash | Euro LCI taillights | CRT lip | OEM alarm retrofit | Space Gray bumper plugs | BMW Performance: Mk. II spoiler / Mk. II non-electronic steering wheel / mirror caps / front grilles / side gills / intake louvers / emblem
Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 04:35 PM   #10
joeyb26
Captain
276
Rep
772
Posts

Drives: 2020 M340i xDrive
Join Date: May 2013
Location: North NJ

iTrader: (1)

registered for NJ for April 14th at 8:30am for the 3/4 series!
__________________
2016 340i xDrive 6MT (regretfully sold)
2020 M340i xDrive
Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 04:48 PM   #11
Wilsel
Private First Class
22
Rep
184
Posts

Drives: Currently seeking
Join Date: May 2014
Location: Atlanta

iTrader: (0)

I got something in the mail 2 weeks ago, and was able to make my reservation. Hopefully it's more than a couple of autocross laps like Mazda's event was. I only had the option of 4 series or X4. Would have preferred the 2 series.
Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 05:44 PM   #12
Cyberdemon
Brigadier General
Cyberdemon's Avatar
1538
Rep
3,332
Posts

Drives: 2020 X5 40i, 2018 M3 Comp
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Long Island NY

iTrader: (3)

Has anybody received the UDE credit/incentive code without actually showing up? Looking to pull ahead the lease soon but if I can avoid the hike to jersey for a waitlisted autoX spot in an X4 (why would I want to autoX an X4?) that would be wonderful.

Or I'll paypal someone in Jersey $20 to show up and sign in. ;-)
__________________
Current: '20 X5, '18 M3 ZCP
Previous: '11 E90 335i, '11 E90 M3, '16 VW GTI, '15 M235i, '13 335i, '08 TL-S, '00 Corvette
Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 05:55 PM   #13
YMB-M3-J2
Major
YMB-M3-J2's Avatar
United_States
258
Rep
1,309
Posts

Drives: YMB M3
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: South Florida

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
It has all the dates for the year if you click "all dates"but you can't register for them but you can sign up for email notification when registration opens.
Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 05:56 PM   #14
Alpine F31
Colonel
Alpine F31's Avatar
United_States
918
Rep
2,711
Posts

Drives: MB E350 4MATIC Estate
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Sherman Oaks, CA

iTrader: (1)

Garage List
I cant register for the LA event yet. I'm on the "notify" list.
Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 06:02 PM   #15
Adamr916
Captain
Adamr916's Avatar
United_States
132
Rep
700
Posts

Drives: 2014 328d
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: Houston, Texas

iTrader: (1)

Too bad they only have the ATL and the New Jersey ones up so far.
Appreciate 0
      03-16-2015, 10:37 PM   #16
Murph335
Major
Murph335's Avatar
United_States
141
Rep
1,423
Posts

Drives: '07 N54 e90, '10 N54 e93, TBSS
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Gilbert, AZ

iTrader: (12)

Garage List
2015 Tesla P85D  [0.00]
M3 m4 are only in the car control clinic. Lane change at speed 60mph, braking, heel toe just parking lot stuff? Bondurant school does this in vettes all the time here in phx.

Can i skip all that and pay $750 to drift the m on video and hit 1 of 3 road course there?

Cadillac V lab was all track time and free!
__________________
E90 - H&R Touring - M3 Front Arms - Work Genosis GS-1 19x9+30 x10+26 225f 265r stretch - AA FMIC - AR DP - Cobb E30 Map +160rwhp/+200rwtq
E93 - Style 95 - RB Turbo - AR DP - Evolution RW FMIC - PTF E50 +242rwhp/+234rwtq
Appreciate 0
      08-19-2015, 11:02 AM   #17
Takumi587
///M3 Enthusiast
Takumi587's Avatar
United_States
397
Rep
993
Posts

Drives: 05' M3 and 21' Tesla Model 3
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Pasadena

iTrader: (1)

Garage List
Smile

Just attended the UDE VIP event last night and it was awesome! You get to drive all the ///M Models around town.

Me and my buddy test drove the M6 GC, X5M, M3, M4 and M4 Convertible. Then we got to do 3 autocross laps with an M4 Coupe.

If you have time then sign up and go!

Forgot to mention they had Chef Jet Tila as our cook for the night and that was just awesome as well.
Appreciate 0
      08-19-2015, 11:33 AM   #18
fecurtis
Banned
United_States
3260
Rep
6,299
Posts

Drives: 2014 BMW 335i M-Sport
Join Date: Jan 2014
Location: Arlington, VA

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by Takumi587 View Post
Just attended the UDE VIP event last night and it was awesome! You get to drive all the ///M Models around town.

Me and my buddy test drove the M6 GC, X5M, M3, M4 and M4 Convertible. Then we got to do 3 autocross laps with an M4 Coupe.

If you have time then sign up and go!

Forgot to mention they had Chef Jet Tila as our cook for the night and that was just awesome as well.
How do you get invited to that event?
Appreciate 0
      08-19-2015, 02:23 PM   #19
SSM5
Second Lieutenant
218
Rep
291
Posts

Drives: 2023 M5C
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: So Cal

iTrader: (0)

I was there as well. I lapped the M3. The B6 was amazing with X drive and 600Hp. Really liked the seats in the X5M. Invite was by email.
__________________

2023 M5 Comp Skyscraper Grey,Executive Pack, Drivers Assistance, B&W, 789's.
Appreciate 0
      08-24-2015, 10:56 AM   #20
mullini
Mullini
mullini's Avatar
United_States
43
Rep
203
Posts

Drives: 2017 i3 BEV
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Redondo Beach CA

iTrader: (0)

I went Saturday the 22nd (just regular UDE, not VIP). I drove X4 35 and my partner was in the other group (328D and 428). I was 4th in our group with a time of 40 sec. Winning time was flat 39 sec. Despite the X4's more powerful engine, the winning times in the 428 group were all in 38 range, as I recall. Either we were crappier drivers or size and agility count for a lot .

Man, sitting in the back seat while the other drivers go around the course made me seriously car sick, especially after I foolishly chugged half a diet coke between test rounds. I almost passed on the track run but started to feel better.

There were a lot of squealing brakes from the teen course They were mainly in X1's (my BMW, by the way).

Test drove 228 convertible, very fun, but then the 640 convertible - oh man. That's a big sweet beast. Guy ahead of me on street drive was in 650 convertible. He let it roar down Huntington Drive. He was lucky no cop was close by!

Went last year and I don't remember the driving instructors pushing the $1000 discount as hard as they did this year. Had a feeling - just a feeling, nothing to back it up - that they're concerned if more sales don't come out of UDE, it might be discontinued. One guy said (paraphrasing) - "go to BMW and buy a car. I don't want a real job."

Unfortunately our discounts will go unused. Not in market again until January 2018. By the way the discount code came by email already, but the small print says "valid on select 2014 or 2015 models." I assume that's just outdated language.

i8 was in waiting area. Sexy car but I could not live with it, just due to the difficulty getting in and out (oh and also due to the fact I'm not spending 100K on a car). I thought a Lexus ES I drove recently where the seat moves automatically when you open the door to exit, to make it easier to get out. The i8 seat should raise up and tilt to the street. Half kidding.
Appreciate 0
      08-24-2015, 11:16 AM   #21
C5driver
Major
C5driver's Avatar
3469
Rep
1,125
Posts

Drives: 55...just kidding.
Join Date: Sep 2014
Location: 33.6167° N, 117.8975° W

iTrader: (0)

We were at the CCC on Thursday with the M235, M3, and M4. Driving these cars at 9/10ths was worth the price of admission.



Appreciate 0
Post Reply

Bookmarks

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:38 AM.




f30post
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
1Addicts.com, BIMMERPOST.com, E90Post.com, F30Post.com, M3Post.com, ZPost.com, 5Post.com, 6Post.com, 7Post.com, XBimmers.com logo and trademark are properties of BIMMERPOST