High-Speed Networking – K1 Speed
Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 12:15 PM - 3:30 PM PST
3960 Landmark St., Culver City, CA 90232
Again in 2026, Chapter 12 will host our high-energy networking night at K1 Speed, this time in Culver City, bringing together shop owners, technicians, and industry partners for one of our most fun and relationship-building events of the year.
This evening is less about presentations and more about connection.
Between race heats, cheering from the sidelines, and grabbing food together afterward, members have time to talk openly — about business challenges, staffing wins, shop growth, industry changes, and everyday realities of running or working in an independent repair shop. The casual environment breaks down barriers that don’t always move easily in formal meetings and allows genuine conversations to happen naturally.
The result is what Chapter 12 does best: stronger relationships, deeper trust, and better collaboration across our industry.
What Makes K1 Speed Special
This event is built around shared experience. Racing together creates instant conversation starters, healthy competition, and lots of laughs — even for those who prefer spectating over driving. Members connect with shop owners they may never have met otherwise, new employees build confidence engaging outside their own workplace, and industry partners get meaningful face time with the shops they support.
The relationships formed here often lead to:
- Peer advice exchanges long after the event ends
- Cross-referrals between shops
- Industry mentorship connections
- New friendships that strengthen our professional community
It’s a reminder that our industry grows best when we’re learning with each other, not competing against each other.
A Look Back at Our 2025 K1 Speed Event
The photos from our February 2025 gathering capture exactly what makes this night special — smiles behind helmets, friendly competition on the track, high-fives after races, and lively conversations during dinner.
From first-time racers gaining confidence to seasoned drivers pushing for bragging rights, the energy was contagious. Members arrived as colleagues and left as friends — exactly what our chapter strives to create.
Who Should Attend
K1 Speed Chapter event is open to all ASCCA Chapter 12 members and their guests, and ASCCA Members of other Chapters, including:
- Shop owners and managers
- Technicians and staff
- Industry partners and associate members
Whether you’re new to ASCCA or a longtime leader in the Chapter, this event offers a welcoming way to connect with people who understand your work and share your commitment to strengthening the automotive repair profession. The event includes:
- Organized heat races on K1 Speed’s indoor track
- Dinner and refreshments
- Casual networking throughout the night
- Plenty of time for conversation between races
No racing experience is required — a mandatory 30-minute pre-meeting prepares racers!
Join Us for K1 Speed 2026
Our 2026 K1 Speed Networking Night will continue this tradition of connection and community building in a setting that’s fun, lively, and uniquely effective at bringing people together.
Whether you’re looking to strengthen shop relationships, meet fellow technicians, connect with industry partners, or simply enjoy a great night out with peers — this event delivers an experience that goes far beyond networking.
👉 Register here