Ever dreamed of tackling the Sonoma Raceway road course in your own car?  You can enjoy some high-speed thrills, all in the name of charity, as the Sonoma chapter of Speedway Children's Charities (SCC) hosts the 6^th annual Laps for Charity event on Saturday, Jan. 12.

This once-a-year-opportunity invites participants to take their vehicle for a few laps around the 12-turn road course. For just $150, this experience includes a pre-lap classroom safety briefing with professional drivers, three lead-follow laps around the 2.52-mile circuit, a picture of your car on track, plus a "hot lap" in the instructor's car.

All proceeds benefit Sonoma County youth organizations through Speedway Children's Charities. SCC, the charitable arm of Sonoma Raceway, has distributed more than $6.4 million to Sonoma County youth groups since 2001.

A limited number of spots are now available between 2:30-4 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 12. Participants must be at least 18 years old; passengers are not permitted. All cars must have shoulder strap seat belt restraints, mufflers and pass a basic technical inspection. For more information or to register for your spot, visit https://www.speedwaycharities.org/events/sonoma/laps-for-charity/ or contact Cheri Plattner at [email protected].