[r scott richey]

There are some manufacturers at the event. At least there was the last time I went. Not booths or anything set up like that but people that are associated with the manufacturer or actually own the companies and are out playing with their products .the truth is you'll find out about the different makes by the drivers (owners) of the different makes and what they like or don't like about particular car. It's well worth your trip if you're even thinking about one. You can learn more in 2 days than 2 years of research on your own. And spectators have always been welcome in the past and unless it's changed, I think all you have to do is sign a waiver saying they aren't responsible for you getting hurt on the track.