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CADILLAC V-SERIES CERTIFICATION
Thank you for registering representatives from your dealership to attend the 3rd annual V-Series Certification at Spring Mountain Motor Resort and Country Club! This immersive experience will commemorate 20 years of V-Series performance and will directly improve interactions with your luxury performance customers. It is limited to 50 attendees per session. This year, you will also enjoy V-Series Certification related content on Cadillac IQ.
Once certified, your sales consultants and service advisors will be able to personally attest to the exhilarating performance of each V-Series vehicle. Your entire dealership will benefit from the experience and knowledge gained from this opportunity!
This experience includes*:
Specialized modules led by the V-Series Pit Crew and Cadillac SMEs, track time in the full Cadillac V-Series line-up and information from key Cadillac partners. Your dealers will also enjoy an evening welcome reception, along with 2 nights of accommodations, breakfast and lunch, and transportation to and from Spring Mountain Motor Resort and Country Club.
*Program applies to qualified Cadillac dealer representatives only. All program events and functions are for program attendees only. All spots are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Registrant code is required to provide payment.
Cost
$4000 per registrant
Lodging
Enrollment includes a 2-night stay at the Park MGM Hotel in Las Vegas
Meals
Evening welcome reception on arrival day; breakfast and lunch on track day
What You Will Learn
Throughout this experience, you’ll enjoy lively discussions with key partners as well as immersive learning sessions with subject-matter experts on engineering, marketing, and appealing to discerning luxury customers. You will be able to confidently sell to your customers using your personal experience in all Cadillac V-Series vehicles. Dealerships that have at least one staff member successfully complete this certification will be able to proudly promote “V-Series Certified Staff” in the dealer locator and Tier 3 advertising. All spots are on a first-come first-serve basis, so complete your registration by applying payment today! The registration payment deadline is Thursday, October 12, 2023.
PROGRAM FAQs
Who should I consider sending to V-Certification?
General Managers should consider sending personnel that most directly interact with customers daily. The information shared will be critical in building relationships with the customers purchasing and owning V-Series vehicles. Ideally, delegates to V-Certification would include:
- Sales Advisors
- Sales Managers
- Service Advisors
Why should I consider sending my sales and/or service advisors to the Cadillac V-Series Certification?
- In-depth instruction regarding the Cadillac V-Series family of vehicles – including marketing, engineering, and design throughout the lineup.
- First-hand experience behind the wheel of Cadillac V-Series and V-Series Blackwing vehicles with professional instruction, leading to a thorough understanding of vehicle capabilities.
- Opportunity to advertise “V-Series Certified Staff” in dealer locator and Tier 3 advertising
Will my dealership get extra or exclusive allocation by having V-Series certified advisors?
No. Allocation will follow same guidelines as usual, and this program does not impact allocation. However, this program will provide more credibility to the dealers who participate which will appeal to this discerning customer.
How long will my certification be active?
The certification will be active for the lifecycle of current generation CT4-V, CT4-V Blackwing, CT5-V, CT5-V Blackwing and Escalade-V.
Can I select which date my sales and/or service advisors attend the program?
Yes. You may select your preference for one of the two sessions being offered when registering staff for the 1.5-day program.
Session 1 dates: November 6-7
Session 2 dates: November 8-9
- All session spots are on a first-come, first-serve basis
- Registering staff will be taken as a preference.
- Full payment via credit card will confirm your staff registrations and ensure your session date.
Where can I go to enroll one (or more) of my sales and/or service advisors?
Once you opt-in via the registration link provided in the invitation, you will receive an email with a registration code. You will then be directed to a Spring Mountain link to formally register and pay for the session available.
All confirmation and scheduling details will be handled by Spring Mountain Motor Resort in conjunction with Jack Morton Worldwide.
How many staff can I register for this program?
You can register up to 2 representatives from your dealership. Additionally, there will be a field in the registration process where you may note if you would be interested in sending more than 2 staff members. A waitlist is being created to address these requests and if space permits, we would be in touch.
Is there any benefit to sending the same staff year-over-year?
Each year we will be introducing a new module. The benefit of year over year attendance will be the additional module and proof of participation for display in your dealership.
Is staff enrollment in the V-Series Certification program eligible to be paid for by Cadillac iMR?
Yes. Cadillac iMR funds may be used to cover staff enrollment in the V-Series Certification program
Will this program be available later?
No. Any dealer that wants their sales and/or service advisors to become V-Series certified should enroll for the Fall 2022 program as soon as possible.
Can I change my mind after enrollment and cancel my staff members’ attendance?
If you change your mind after enrollment, please reach out via email to registration@cadillaceventsinfo.com for further information and details
What if my V-Series certified advisors leave the dealership?
We currently don’t have makeup class opportunities. GMs should use discretion when selecting individuals to represent their store. It’s recommended to take turnover and personnel history into consideration for staff certification training.
What if I have a question on the program that is not covered on the invitation letter or this FAQ document?
Questions may be directed to registration@cadillaceventsinfo.com
Driven by the spirit of American ingenuity, Chevrolet is selected as the Official Vehicle of Spring Mountain Motor Resort and Country Club, as well as the “Official High Performance Driving School of Corvette. Chevrolet is dedicated to challenging the limits of what's possible in automotive design and engineering today, tomorrow, and for years to come. Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is one of the world's largest automotive brands, with vehicles in more than 140 countries and selling more than 4.5 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet offers a comprehensive line of vehicles that feature spirited performance, expressive design, thoughtful technology, high quality, and value.
As the country’s leading luxury automaker, Cadillac was acquired by General Motors in 1909 and has since become the Official Luxury Car of the Cadillac V-Performance Academy. Cadillac has sustained its reputation as the standard in luxury and innovation in the automotive market for the duration of the company’s 115-year journey, with a commitment to providing high- performance features and cutting-edge craftsmanship. From inventing the electric starter to re- inventing how people drive, Cadillac continues to drive the world forward.
Dedicated to the improvement of sustainable mobility since 1889, Michelin designs, manufactures, and sells tires for every type of vehicle, and is named as the Official Tire of the Ron Fellows Performance Driving School. Michelin also offers a full range of innovative services and solutions that help make mobility safer, more efficient, and more environmentally friendly, as well as publishes travel guides, hotel and restaurant guides, and maps and road atlases. Headquartered in Greenville, S.C., Michelin North America employs more than 20,000 people and operates 19 major manufacturing plants in the U.S. and Canada.
The Mobil 1 brand is world-renowned as an early innovator of the first globally available full synthetic automotive motor oil and is considered the Official Lubricant of the Ron Fellows Performance Driving School. Tailored to engine needs and driving styles, Mobil 1’s synthetic motor oils are there to protect your vehicle’s engine for years of daily or extreme conditions. Since 1974, Mobil 1 has pushed forward the boundaries of automotive lubricant technology, evolving and improving to keep engines running like new, mile after mile. From its important role in the world of motorsports to its many scientific breakthroughs, the Mobil 1 brand has a rich story with plenty of significant landmarks.
Since its founding in 1961, Brembo has become an undisputed world leader in the design, development, and production of braking systems for cars, commercial vehicles, and motorbikes worldwide, as well as clutches and other components for racing. Brembo is also a leader in the racing sector and has won more than 400 championships. Through technological innovation and continuous research into materials and manufacturing processes, Brembo has become one of the world’s most prestigious brands. Today, Brembo operates in 14 countries with 24 production and business sites, and over 10,600 employees.
XPEL is the Official Paint Protection Film (PPF) of the Ron Fellows Performance Driving School and Spring Mountain Motor Resort and Country Club. This enterprise is a leading provider of protective films, including automotive paint protection film, surface protection film, automotive and commercial/residential window films, and ceramic coatings. With a global footprint, a network of trained installers, and proprietary DAP software, XPEL is dedicated to exceeding customer expectations by providing high-quality products, leading customer service, expert technical support, and world-class training. XPEL, Inc. is publicly traded on Nasdaq under the symbol “XPEL.”
Mothers® knows that quality makes all the difference and that is why decades have been spent building a reputation on solid research, superior ingredients, and a passion for perfection to share in customers’ love for cars. No matter what challenge lies ahead, Mothers® car care has a product to get the job done right. From humble beginnings of transforming dull aluminum finishes into bright chrome-like jewels with one 4 oz. can of polish in the 1970s, the Mothers® brand has evolved and grown to offer more than 100 unique products that you enjoy today.
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Precision Driving Starts Here!
Demonstrating the importance of understanding the next level engineering and performance of your new Corvette, Chevrolet subsidizes a substantial portion of your 2-day tuition at the Ron Fellows Performance Driving School.* For only $1,000, the 2-day program for the all-new mid-engine Corvette provides you with an exclusive opportunity to learn and experience the incredible precision, power, and on-track performance capabilities of this mid-engine masterpiece!
Stingray or Z06
On our world-class road courses, drive our expertly prepared Corvettes and take your performance driving skills to exhilarating new levels!
2-Day Program*
Available for first owners of the mid-engine Corvette Stingray and Z06, designed for drivers of all experience levels.
$1000
World Class Facility
Enjoy the unique experience that is Spring Mountain, the finest road course in the nation.
Luxury Accommodations*
Experience includes one night stay in a track-side luxury condominium and full access to Club Spring Mountain.
Corvette Owners School
Designed for all experience levels, the Corvette Owners School is the ultimate owner’s manual, providing new Corvette Stingray and Z06 owners with in-depth knowledge of their vehicle while also teaching them about its incredible track capabilities. Whether you are interested in tracking your Corvette some day or simply taking advantage of Chevrolet’s exclusive Corvette owners’ offer, we are confident you will leave with the skills and techniques needed to make you a better driver every day, in any vehicle.
Take advantage of this unique partnership offer from Chevrolet and the Ron Fellows Performance Driving School.
Stingray OwnersRegister Now
Z06 OwnersRegister Now
Or contact our helpful sales staff directly at:
800-391-6891
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Take Advantage of Exclusive Club Spring Mountain Amenities During Your Stay
*Only first retail purchasers of new and unused Corvette models are eligible within first year of delivery.
Accommodations are based on availability. If on site accommodations are not available, alternate accommodations will be provided.
All terms are subject to change without notice. Contact us for exact details.
Capture the Excitement!
Spring Mountain is proud to offer professional digital photography services for our students. Brian Eakins and James Tantillo of ReVision Automedia will be capturing the action and excitement of your once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Brian and James have extensive experience in motorsports photography including Indy Car Series ©, ASA Speed Truck ©, Pirelli World Challenge Series ©, NASA© and SCCA ©. With a keen eye, they will choose just the right moments to capture you and your experience. The result: beautiful images you can share with family and friends.
Packages will be available for purchase on arrival. We will be capturing images of all students so everyone will have an opportunity to purchase a keepsake of their own adrenalin packed experience! *
* Images may only be available for a limited time following your class.
Experience The Most Powerful Cadillacs Ever
Learn to take the V-Series Blackwing from the left lane to the raceway and experience ultra-high performance. The Cadillac V-Performance Academy is an exclusive opportunity to test the motorsports pedigree of the CT5-V Blackwing and CT4-V Blackwing on one of the nation’s most demanding racetracks. With 668 hp in the CT5-V Blackwing and 472 hp in the CT4-V Blackwing, the program is designed to assist V-Series Blackwing owners in mastering their vehicle’s immense power and capabilities, while expanding their driving skillset. Cadillac offers complimentary enrollment in the V-Performance Academy with the purchase of every 2022 and newer V-Series Blackwing. For non-owners who are interested in the V-Series Blackwing experience, the 2-day school can be purchased at a starting price of $3,545.
This experience includes*:
*Details apply to qualified Cadillac Owner's only. Contact a sales representative for more information on guest and non-owner pricing.
CT4-V Blackwing owners, call to register.
Tuition
100% of your tuition is paid for by Cadillac.
Lodging
Enrollment includes a 2-night stay in one of our on-site condos.
Meals
Breakfast and lunch are included
in your stay
What You Will Learn
Designed for drivers of all experience levels, the challenging curriculum and precision-focused track-time focuses on improving the drivers’ capability and confidence level in not only their Cadillac V-Series Blackwing, but in any vehicle.
With the perfect balance of informative classroom sessions and on-track exercises, this comprehensive program will increase your driving expertise.
Take advantage of this unique offer from Cadillac.
Or contact our helpful sales staff directly at:
855-556-2878
CT5-V Blackwing Highlights
- 6.2L Supercharged V8 Engine with 668 hp
- 6-Speed Manual or 10-Speed Automatic Transmissionn
- 200 mph Top Speed
- 0-60 in 3.4 Seconds
- Custom Launch Control with Line Lock
- Performance Data Recorder
- Performance Traction Management
- Brembo High-Performance Brakes
- 19” Alloy Wheels and Summer-Only, High-Performance, Low-Profile Michelin Tires
CT4-V Blackwing Highlights
- 3.6L Twin Turbocharged V6 Engine with 472 hp
- 6-Speed Manual or 10-Speed Automatic Transmission
- 189 mph Top Speed
- 0-60 in 3.8 Seconds
- Custom Launch Control with Line Lock
- Performance Data Recorder
- Performance Traction Management
- Brembo High-Performance Brakes
- 18” Alloy Wheels and Summer-Only, High-Performance, Low-Profile Michelin Tires
*Only first retail owner or lessee of a new and unused 2022 and newer Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing or CT5-V Blackwing models are eligible.
Cadillac pays 100% of eligible Cadillac owner's 2-day tuition.
All terms are subject to change without notice. Contact us for exact details.
Interested in taking your Cadillac V-Series ownership experience to the next level? Then join the Cadillac V-Club and connect with a community of like-minded V-Performance enthusiasts!
As a Cadillac V-Club member, receive perks such as private access to the V-Performance forum and member-only Cadillac apparel catalog pricing. In addition, receive exclusive discounts and VIP special invitations to attend Cadillac V-Performance Labs, V-Performance Corrals, and the V-Performance Academy.
For more information, please visit www.CadillacVClub.com
Spring Mountain Motorsports is pleased to offer customized 1-day Private Instruction with scheduling convenience to meet your busy lifestyle. Whether you prefer the power and versatility of a Corvette or the adrenaline rush of the Radical SR3, our knowledgeable, private instructors will customize a program to suit your needs. We provide private driving instruction for every driving level, from new aspiring racers seeking first-time instruction to the most advanced racer looking to improve lap times.
Whether you’re too busy for a 2 or 3 day driving school program, or you’re simply in Las Vegas for a convention, our 1-day private driving school provides you with an adrenaline filled schedule break.
Our Radical Racing Academy is back and better than ever! Drive the cutting-edge Radical SR3 XX and pair your track knowledge with its unparalleled race technology. Designed much like Spring Mountain’s other driving school programs, the Radical Racing Academy caters to aspiring racers and seasoned drivers alike, offering a progressive curriculum that will target and expand your skillsets on a personalized level.
2-Day Radical School
Take the first step in achieving your Radical racing dreams! Learn all the capabilities of the Radical SR3 XX and how to level up your current driving schools by utilizing its integrated data and feedback, turning you into a better technical driver. Through car control exercises and open-lapping sessions, you will learn the fundamental building blocks of racing while raising your confidence and comfortability on track. Some students may also be eligible to receive their SCCA Novice Permit (must meet SCCA requirements)
Designed for:
Aspiring racers and seasoned drivers
Highlights:
- Multiple student lead/follow sessions
- Open lapping sessions with timing
- Demo laps with instructors
- In-depth technique classroom instruction with exercisesk
- SCCA Licensing available
COST: $5,495.00
Register Now2-Day Radical Advanced
As our most advanced and demanding course, Radical Advanced caters exclusively to the most dedicated racers, providing a quickly progressing curriculum and extensive open-lapping sessions to simulate a controlled racing environment for you to perfect your racecraft. You will be among like-minded individuals each looking for ultra-personalized instruction, hoping to achieve the faster lap times of your dreams! Some students may also be eligible to receive their SCCA Full Competition License (must meet SCCA requirements).
Designed for:
2-Day Radical course graduate with active tracking and driving courses taken with us in the last 5 years; Chief Driving Instructor approval required.
Highlights:
- Extensive open-lapping sessions with timing
- Advanced cornering techniques and remedies
- Perfecting your race line
- Strategic and off-line passing
- Demo laps with instructors
- Understanding your “race senses"
- SCCA Licensing available
COST: $7495.00
Register Now
Learn to master the precision and power of the incredible, all-new mid-engine Corvette in one of our newly designed programs! Using your feedback, we are confident that these new courses will truly take your driving skills to the next level. Take advantage of our progressive curriculum, including dynamic car control exercises, visual scanning development, proper cornering techniques, and much more.
2-Day Corvette Owners School
Designed for all experience levels, the Corvette Owners School is the ultimate owner’s manual, providing new Corvette owners with in-depth knowledge of their vehicle while also teaching them about its incredible track capabilities. Whether you are interested in tracking your Corvette some day or simply taking advantage of Chevrolet’s exclusive Corvette owners’ offer, we are confident you will leave with the skills and techniques needed to make you a better driver every day, in any vehicle.
Designed for:
New Corvette owner OR non-owner, but potential Corvette buyer
Highlights:
- Competitive Autocross
- Performance braking and shifting exercises
- Serpentine and other car control exercises
- Instructor demo laps
- PDR use and video review
- Instructor lead/follow track sessions
COST: $3,695.00 ($1,000 w/ certificate)
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2-Day Intro to Open-Lapping | Level 1
Similar to the Corvette Owners School, our Intro to Open-Lapping program is designed for all experience levels. By focusing less on Corvette electronics and more on universal car control and cornering techniques, you’ll experience even more track time and an introduction to open-lapping. With open-lapping, you’ll learn how to safely and properly pass other drivers without being guided by your instructor, ultimately preparing you for your first track day! This course provides you with performance driving skills that you can use in any vehicle and is also the first step to attending our new advanced courses!.
Designed for:
Non-owners, COS graduate, or Corvette owner with full knowledge Corvette C8 electronics
Highlights:
- Intro to open-lapping
- Right-seat instruction
- Intro to Cosworth Toolbox with PDR use and review
- Student lead/follow track sessions
- Instructor lead/follow track sessions
- Competitive autocross
- Performance braking, shifting and serpentine exercises
COST: $4,095.00
Register Now
New Corvette owners, call 800-391-6891 for discounted pricing.
2-Day Advanced Track Days | Level 2
Our previous Level 2 course is back and better than ever with even more availability! Now known as Advanced Track Days, this course allows the Intro to Open-Lapping graduate to focus intensely on improving their skill level and making them a better precision driver through advanced car control exercises and more dedicated open-lapping sessions! If you’re an avid track enthusiast, you won’t want to miss this revamped course!.
Designed for:
Advanced drivers that want more on-track training.
Prerequisite:
Intro to Open-Lapping, Level 1, or Level 2 graduate with active tracking or driving courses within the last 5 years
Highlights:
- More open-lapping with timing
- Cosworth Toolbox use and review
- Right-seat instruction
- Competitive autocross
- Student lead/follow track sessions
- Instructor lead/follow track sessions
- Exciting instructor demo laps
COST: $5,195.00
Register Now
New Corvette owners, call 800-391-6891 for discounted pricing.
2-Day Track Masters | Level 3
As the most advanced course yet, our Track Master’s program caters exclusively to the Advanced Track Days graduate, providing a quicker progressing curriculum and extensive open-lapping sessions designed to get you the faster lap times you’ve been dreaming of! On an all-new track configuration never before offered to Ron Fellows Performance Driving School attendees, join a small group of like-minded, track-obsessed individuals just like you for this exhilarating alumni program.
Designed for:
Seasoned drivers with master level skillset
Prerequisite:
Alumni who have taken Advanced Track Days or Level 2 graduate with active tracking and have taken driving courses with us within the last 5 years; Chief Driving Instructor approval also required
Highlights:
- Extensive open-lapping with timing
- Advanced car control & cornering techniques
- Right-seat instruction
- Cosworth Toolbox use & review
- Student lead/follow track sessions
- Instructor lead/follow track sessions
- Competitive autocross
- Exciting instructor demo laps
COST: $5,495.00
CALL FOR AVAILABIITY 800-391-6891
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Do you have what it takes to compete in racing? Spring Mountain Motorsports can provide you with the tools you need to become a licensed road racer with the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA). As an Accredited SCCA License Recommendation School, our talented team of instructors can provide you with the basic skills and techniques you need to apply for an SCCA license and begin your racing career.
Highlights/Benefits:
Whether you’re seeking improved driving technique, professional racing instruction, or you simply want to drive one of the fastest production racecars in the nation, we have a high performance driving school to meet your needs. Spring Mountain’s professional instructors are second-to-none. They will help you test the limits of our cars (and yourself) on an exhilarating, purpose-built road course. You’ll squeeze every ounce of performance out of a car in a safe, controlled environment.