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Petal to the Metal HPDE

Driver's Ed

Event Information

Hosted by Lone Star Region PCA
Registrar rob.heckel@lsrpca.com
Location MSR Houston
Event Dates 04/05/25 - 04/06/25
Registration Dates 03/01/25 12:00 PM (opens)
(central time zone)

04/01/25 11:59 PM (closes)
(central time zone)
Description Spring into action at the Petal to the Metal HPDE on April 5-6, 2025, at MSR Houston! Shake off the winter cobwebs and embrace the thrill of high-performance driving as the season blooms. Whether you're a seasoned driver or new to the track, this event is the perfect way to refine your skills and enjoy the excitement of spring on the pavement. Register now and don't miss out!


  • Registration Timing: Opens at noon, one month before the event. Run group assignments and confirmations begin two weeks later and continue until the event week.

  • Safety Rules: Compliance with safety measures is mandatory. Non-compliance may result in dismissal without a refund.

  • Confirmation Process: Payment and run group assignment do not guarantee entry. Entries are reviewed by the Registrar and CDI, and final confirmation is sent via email. Only the registered driver may participate.

  • Payment Priority: Confirmations are based on payment time. Unpaid registrations remain on the "Waiting" list and may lose spots if payment is delayed.

  • Waivers: A signed electronic waiver is required for participation and confirmation.

  • PCA Membership Discount: Include your PCA membership info in your ClubRegistration.net profile to avoid delays in confirmation.

  • Run Groups: Previous participants are placed in their last group. New participants are assigned after their driving experience is evaluated. Ensure your profile includes detailed HPDE experience.

  • Car Numbers: Numbers are assigned during registration. Duplicates are resolved based on payment time. Numbers unused for 18 months are released.

  • Technical Inspection: Submit a signed Technical Inspection Form, completed by an ASE-certified mechanic, before receiving your event packet. Final inspections occur at the track.

  • Cancellation Policy:

    • Full refunds (minus processing fees) for cancellations 15+ days before the event.

    • Cancellations within 15 days may forfeit funds if a replacement cannot be found.

    • No refunds for no-shows or late cancellations.



  • Track Direction: Typically alternates from the previous event. Updates are provided in the Final Confirmation email.

  • Registration Changes: Changes to registration (numbers, cars, driver info) must be completed before registration closes one week before the event.

  • More Information: Visit LSR HPDE Information.


Thank you for joining us!
Rob Heckel
PCA LSR Registrar

Refund Policy LSR incurs significant costs in having a High Speed Driving Event.  These costs include the track rental, corner workers, etc.  These are non-refundable costs to LSR. 
LSR has the following cancellation policy relating to DE participants:
IF you cancel prior to 15 days before the DE (prior to noon on Friday two weeks before the event), we will refund your registration fees less ClubRegistration processing fees. 
IF you cancel within 15 days before the event (after noon on the Friday two weeks before the event), your run group is full and we are unable to accommodate another participant in your place, 10 days before the event, all funds will be forfeited by you. 
IF you do not show up for the DE on the first day of the event, all funds will be forfeited by you. 
LSR PCA does not transfer registration fees to future events. 
Indemnity Policy RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY,
ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
PCA EVENT NAME / LOCATION EVENT DATE(S)
IN CONSIDERATION of being permitted to compete, officiate, observe, work for, or participate in any way in any Porsche Club of America or PCA Club
Racing (“PCA”) events or activities (EVENTS) or being permitted to enter for any purpose any RESTRICTED AREA (defined as any area requiring special
authorization, credentials, or permission to enter or any area to which admission by the general public is restricted or prohibited including but not limited to
the competition area and any hot pit area), I, for myself and for my personal representatives, heirs, and next of kin:
1.  Acknowledge, agree, and represent that I have or will immediately upon entering any of such RESTRICTED AREAS, and will continuously
thereafter, inspect the RESTRICTED AREAS that I enter and I further agree and warrant that, if at any time, I am in or about RESTRICTED
AREAS and I believe anything to be unsafe, I will immediately advise the officials of such and will leave the RESTRICTED AREA and/or refuse
to participate further in the EVENTS.  I acknowledge that I may not have the opportunity to inspect any RESTRICTED AREA prior to the event. 
2.  Hereby RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHCARGE AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE PCA or its zones or regions, the promoters, participants, racing
associations, sanctioning or administrative organizations or any affiliated entities thereof, track operators, track owners, officials, car owners,
drivers, pit crews, rescue personnel, any persons in any RESTRICTED AREA, sponsors, advertisers, owners, lessors, and lessees of premises used
to conduct the EVENTS, premises and event inspectors, surveyors, underwriters, brokers, consultants and others who give recommendations,
directions, or instructions or engage in risk evaluation or loss control activities regarding the premises or EVENTS and for each of them, their
directors, officers, agents and employees, all for the purposes herein referred to as “Releasees”, FROM ALL LIABILITY TO ME, my personal
representatives, assigns, heirs, and next of kin FOR ANY AND ALL LOSS OR DAMAGE, AND ANY CLAIMS OR DEMANDS THEREFORE
ON ACCOUNT OF INJURY TO THE PERSON OR PROPERTY OR RESULTING IN MY DEATH ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO
THE EVENTS, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OR FAULT OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE. 
3.  Hereby AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND SAVE AND HOLD HARMLESS the Releasees and each of them FROM ANY LOSS, LIABILITY,
DAMAGE, OR COST INCLUDING BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE I may incur arising out of my presence or participation in the
EVENTS, WHETHER CAUSED BY THE NEGLIGENCE OR FAULT OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE. 
4.  Hereby ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY RISK OF BODILY INJURY, DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE arising out of or
related to the EVENTS whether caused by the NEGLIGENCE OR FAULT OF RELEASEES or otherwise. 
5.  Hereby acknowledge that THE ACTIVITIES OF THE EVENTS ARE VERY DANGEROUS and involve the risk of serious injury and/or death
and/or property damage.  I also expressly acknowledge that INJURIES RECEIVED MAY BE COMPOUNDED OR INCREASED BY
NEGLIGENT RESCUE OPERATIONS OR PROCEDURES OF THE RELEASEES. 
6.  Hereby agree that this Release and Waiver of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement EXTENDS TO ALL ACTS OF
NEGLIGENCE BY THE RELEASEES, INCLUDING NEGLIGENT RESCUE OPERATIONS, and is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is
permitted by the laws of the Province or State in which the EVENTS are conducted and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that
the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect. 
I HAVE READ THIS RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND
ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS BY SIGNING IT, AND HAVE SIGNED IT FREELY AND
VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT, ASSURANCE, OR GUARANTEE BEING MADE TO ME AND INTEND MY SIGNATURE TO BE
A COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY TO THE GREATEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW. 

Event Fees

Entry Type Fee Description
PCA Member Weekend $359.99 You must have confirmed PCA membership in clubregistration.net profile
Non-Member Weekend $384.99
Saturday (Solo Only) $199.99 A single day for solo approved drivers.
Sunday (Solo Only) $199.99 A single day for solo approved drivers.
Instructor $0.00 Certified PCA LSR Instructors, instructing
Staff $0.00 Reserved for pre-approved event workers

Event Options

Event Options Fee
Awning Parking Spot
Parking under the MSR Awnings - Instructors and Drivers
$90.00
Garage Parking Spot
A trackside spot in an enclosed garage to keep you and your vehicle out of the elements!
$200.00

Event Files

Click to view
ALapAroundMSRH-CCW-Rev2.pdf
ALapAroundMSRH-CW-LSRPCA-September2018.pdf
CancellationPolicyfor2023.docx
DE - The Art of Braking.pdf
HowsigneWaivers.pptx
HowtoenteryourPCAMembershipinfo.pptx
HowToEvaluateInstructors.pdf
HowtoverifyPCALSRHPDEavailablenumbers.pptx
HPDE-January-Schedule.xlsx
JanuaryAwningAssignments.xlsx
LSRDE-TechInspectionFormrev06132023.pdf
MSRHFacilityLayout.pdf
MSR-HLayoutCCW12042021.pptx
MSR-HLayoutCW12042021.pptx
MSRHoustonTrackMap.pdf
PreTrackInspection6.docx
Registration does not open until 12:00:00 PM on 03/01/25
Current time is 03:52:26 AM 01/23/25