Palm Beach International Raceway has partnered with Driven2Win Drag Racing School to provide an experience like no other at the facility. Not only will Driven2Win provide a ride-a-long experience for race fans who want to feel the rush of the quarter-mile strip, but they also provide lessons on how to drive.

Two-time NHRA champion Nelson Hoyos is the lead instructor for the program. With 12 career victories and two consecutive titles under his belt, Hoyos has become one of the more dominant drivers in the NHRA Sport Compact Drag Racing Series and is ready to share his knowledge with those who want to learn.

“I am very excited about the new PBIR/Driven2win partnership,” said Hoyos. “In addition to our on-track events there are many off-track events planned around the PBIR/Driven2Win Drag Racing School partnership.

“We will visit local vocational and technical high schools, community colleges, malls and theaters with the show cars, simulators and promotional materials promoting Palm Beach International Raceway and D2W’s “Keep it off the streets and take it to the Track,” responsibility message. The on and off track local marketing efforts main objective is to create a positive image for PBIR and help create new opportunities for drag racing fans to get involved in drag racing at PBIR.”

“The Driven2Win program is top-notch and we’re proud to host them at PBIR,” said Jason Rittenberry, President and CEO of PBIR. “Nelson and Marla have a great program started and we’re happy to be on board. I know the ride-a-longs in the two seat dragster will be a huge hit. I hear it’s an experience unlike any other.”

Driven2Win will be at PBIR every Wednesday for those who are anxious to learn about driving down PBIR’s quarter-mile all concrete drag strip or for those adrenaline junkies who are looking to experience the thrill of a lifetime. For more information on times available, please contact Marla Hoyos by phone at 954-962-0158 or by e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

About Driven2Win Drag Racing School and Nelson Hoyos:

Driven2Win Drag Racing School’s curriculum involves the student in many different driving and racing scenarios, establishing clear, attainable goals, while creating a foundation for the new driver to challenge the limits of his or her abilities. D2W also offers in depth comprehensive race licensing programs will give racers the opportunity to earn their IHRA competition license.

Nelson Hoyos, Chief Instructor of the Driven2Win Drag Racing School, achieved success quickly in the Sport Compact Drag Series. He won the IDRC Sport Compact championship as a Ford Racing Car/Team-Owner. Then as a factory driver for GM Racing /Chevrolet in the NHRA Sport Compact Racing Series, the South Florida resident chalked up an impressive array of victories on his way to two consecutive NHRA Championships (2003-2004) which included 12 wins and 11 runner-ups, totaling 23 final-round appearances in 30 Races. Adding to his impressive resume’ Hoyos' GM Performance/Chevy Cobalt roared to a high speed record of 243.127 mph, at the Bonneville Salt Flats, eclipsing the previous record of 212.684 MPH. Hoyos was named the 2004 Turbo Magazine “Driver of the Year” for his accomplishments. An outstanding spokesperson, champion driver and chief instructor at the Driven2Win Drag Racing School, Hoyos is committed to success on and off the track.

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About Palm Beach International Raceway:

Palm Beach International Raceway, formerly Moroso Motorsports Park, was purchased by a group of real estate and corporate investors. The re-branded and re-designed state-of-the-art venue is rapidly becoming one of the most popular raceways in the country for racers and spectators alike. As a leader in its operating form and function, PBIR seeks to provide its drivers with a higher level of challenge, excellence and opportunity. PBIR boasts three completely refurbished, exceptionally designed tracks, including a high-performance road course, an all-concrete drag strip and a 7/10’s mile karting track and a karting center. The technologically superior two-mile road course features some of the fastest and most challenging corners and straight-aways offered by any track in North America. PBIR is currently sanctioned by the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) and is pending certification by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the governing body for many major racing events. For more information on PBIR, please visit the venue’s website at www.RacePBIR.com.