REPORTING FROM THERMAL, Calif. — In the shadow of the Santa Rosa Mountains, a private playground for some of the nation’s wealthiest gearheads is rising out of the desert heat. A refuge for ...

We looked for spots that offered private instruction, loaner cars, garage space, on-site racing pros, proximity to airports, generous track time and a real sense of driving camaraderie.

There are two other private racing club facilities in Florida ... residential townhome-style condominiums that offer plenty of garage space below the living area upstairs. Up to three condo ...