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Driver Highlight: Lee Petty
October 2nd, 2019
In today’s blog, we are highlighting and reflecting on a racing icon, a driver who has helped shaped racing into what it is today: Lee Petty. Lee Petty was an American stock car driver during the 1950s and 1960s. He was one of the pioneers of NASCAR and one if its first superstars. He is Read More
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Full Throttle into Fall
September 4th, 2019
Here at Lehigh Valley Grand Prix, we are going full throttle into fall! With lots of fun events in the months ahead, we are looking forward to the new season. Fall Junior Leagues This fall we will be hosting junior leagues. Racing Leagues are a fun and competitive opportunity to race at Lehigh Valley Grand Read More
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Work Parties at Lehigh Valley Grand Prix
August 5th, 2019
According to the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics, 85% of companies that spend 1% or more of payroll on employee recognition see a positive impact on engagement. Throwing a work party is a popular way for companies to show their employees recognition and appreciation. It also gives the team a chance to connect on a Read More
Posted in corporate parties, go kart racing, indoor go kart racing, indoor kart racing, Team Building
The Best Kart on the Market
February 28th, 2018
This month’s blog will address go kart brands that are on the market today. There are a lot of manufacturers that make go karts. However, not all karts are built the same. Last month we discussed that fastest go kart built to date, by Daymak, that can go 0-60 in 1.5 seconds. For the Read More
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Go-Kart Speed Basics
February 8th, 2018
Maximum Go Kart Speed In this week’s blog, I want to talk about go-kart speed. Something of which is always an ongoing battle with racers, track owners, and insurance companies. Most karts max out around 40-50mph, while this is a maintained speed that is safe and as controlled as you can be. It’s a speed Read More
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Human Factors Part 2: Reaction Time Formula
January 25th, 2018
How to Calculate the Reaction Time of a Driver In our last blog we discussed the human factors that are involved in the reaction time when speed, friction, and, the human elements all come together when racing. Our focus today will be on the reaction time formula that is calculated when the point of recognition Read More
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Human Factors Part 1: Reaction Time In Racing
January 9th, 2018
Today we are taking a more scientific approach to the side of speed, driver reaction time, and Reaction Time Components. Reaction Time In Racing Reaction time in racing can be a complicated subject, yet are very important. In an excerpt from Dr. Marc Green in his assessment of the Human Factors “…In many cases, the speed Read More
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Indoor Corporate Team Building Activities – LVGP
September 25th, 2017
Team Building Made Easy One way to boost morale and build relationships among employees is to incorporate indoor corporate team building activities in the office. Team building exercises improve productivity and help to increase motivation in the workplace. According to Forbes, “Team building is the most important investment you can make”. Lehigh Valley Grand Prix Read More
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Bachelor Parties Around The World – Lehigh Valley Grand Prix
September 11th, 2017
The Ultimate Bachelor Party The best bachelor parties around the world include food, beer, and tons of fun. The Bachelor Party is known worldwide as the last night of freedom before a man gets married, usually planned by the best man. It is the duty of the best man to make this night as fun Read More
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Father’s Day Race: SteelStacks Grand Prix
June 6th, 2017
Father’s Day Race Lehigh Valley Grand Prix has teamed up with ArtsQuest to host the inaugural SteelStacks Grand Prix race! On Sunday, June 18th, up to 30 teams will compete in three preliminary Le Mans-style races on a half-mile course designed by Lehigh Valley Grand Prix Owner, Mike McCreary. The outdoor track will be located Read More
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