How many race tracks are in VA?
25 tracks
Virginia Racing Events. Drive your way through Virginia’s race tracks this season! From NASCAR to dirt tracks to road courses, Virginia has it all. With more than 25 tracks across the Commonwealth, fans can attend events almost any weekend of the year.
How long is Winchester Speedway?
0.500 miles
It is also known as the “World’s Fastest 1/2 mile”….Winchester Speedway.
| “World’s Fastest 1/2 Mile” | |
|---|---|
| Banking | 45° |
| Oval (1952–present) | |
| Surface | Asphalt |
| Length | 0.500 miles (0.805 km) |
What happened at Winchester Speedway?
DRIVER. A driver was killed in a three-car collision during a Late Model Stock race Saturday night at Winchester Speedway, the Frederick County Sheriff’s Department announced Sunday. Michael Clore, 42, of Madison County was pronounced dead upon arrival at Winchester Medical Center.
What Nascar track is in VIRginia?
Martinsville Speedway
Founded in 1947 by the late H. Clay Earles, Martinsville Speedway is only track which has hosted NASCAR Cup Series races every year since the division’s inception in 1949.
How many Nascar tracks are in Virginia?
Virginia is lucky to be home to 4 of the races and in nearby Bristol (TN), there are 2 more. The excitement and energy felt at the races are bar none! With the introduction of a new points system and the Chase, it’s easy to see why fans love the action at the track.
What is the track record at Winchester Speedway?
Tracy Hines now holds the non-wing record in 13.964 seconds in 2009. More recently, California driver JoJo Helberg set the world record for a half-mile speedway by ripping off a lap of 12.669 seconds (142 mph) in his winged 410 sprint car in 2012.
Who owns Winchester Speedway?
– Winchester Speedway owner Charlie Shaw confirmed this week that his famed half-mile asphalt oval will return to action next year and he will team with veteran promoter Larry Boos to operate the historic facility. “Without a doubt, the history of Winchester Speedway is unparalleled,” said Shaw.
Does Virginia have a speedway?
Virginia Motor Speedway is a 1⁄2-mile (0.80 km) semi-banked dirt oval raceway located in Jamaica, Virginia. VMS features a clay racing surface with 14 degree banking in both corners and 4 degrees on the front and back stretch. Races are held on Saturday.
What race track has the steepest banking?
Talladega Superspeedway
Ask the Air Titan. Watch as NASCAR’s Air Titan gets sideways on the banking at Talladega Superspeedway. Talladega has 33 degrees of banking, one of the steepest in NASCAR.