I don't know how old you are or what experience you have but learning a track is not that hard. My first time at thunderbolt yea I was kinda nervous while having other cars at the track at the same time with passing allowed, but after the first 3 laps, I learned the course and it became easy and addicting. I am going to say though, the first time your at the track and there's a faster car in your mirror, don't panic, just let them go by. Also in the first couple laps, don't try to go the fastest possible, instead go at your own rhythm so you can learn how your car handles the turns. Some turns come up real quick and not knowing the track will make you miss the turn or spin out.
What event is being held this Friday?
this will help you learn the track also
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7O6gg...eature=related
keep an open eye for turn at 1:33 it comes up real quick so slow down lol, just giving you some pointers.