The 2018 NASCAR schedule features three races in Kentucky. The Kentucky Speedway hosts a triple-header weekend that includes the Quaker State 400. The Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway will host NASCAR's championship weekend in the fall. Late October also sees the Daytona 500. The state of Kentucky is also home to the Rockingham Speedway, which has closed to NASCAR racing.
Quaker State 400 anchors 2017 triple-header weekend at Kentucky Speedway
The Quaker State 400 presented in Advance Auto Parts will make its return to Kentucky Speedway to headline a triple header weekend in Sparta. This race will take place Saturday, July 8. It will be the eighth Cup Series race on the track's record. The race will live be broadcast by NBC Sports Network.
Sawyer Brown will be performing in the Alsco 300 before the Quaker State 400. With 23 studio albums, the singer is a prolific country artist. He has received multiple awards, including the CMA Horizon Award.
The Quaker State 400 will offer fans exclusive experiences as part of an expanded business-tobusiness partnership with Sonic Automotive. Quaker State logo rally towel for fans will be given to those who enter the gates. The towels can be waved throughout the race.
Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway hosts NASCAR's championship weekend this fall
NASCAR plans to bring their championship weekend to Nashville this autumn. SMI has a plan to make Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway a viable venue for the event. It has been in existence for over 100 years. The facility will be renovated to meet NASCAR's requirements. A large and passionate fan base makes the speedway a great location for NASCAR’s championship banquet.
The race will include the 37th All-American400 race. It is a championship for the limited late-model division. Last year, the event was won by Johnathon Dishman. Pure Stocks, Legends Cars, Bandoleros and other races will be held over the weekend.
Rockingham Speedway has been closed for NASCAR racing
Rockingham Speedway in Kentucky has been closed for NASCAR racing. It has closed due to lack of revenue. Speedway Motorsports CEO says that it was a good business decision. Martinsville Speedway has been created to replace it. This track is the shortest NASCAR track in Kentucky. It has close-quarter racing and is shaped like an old paperclip.
Xfinity Series and Monster Energy Cup teams used Rockingham for testing purposes during the closure of Rockingham. Rockingham was used by teams to test their cars and get an idea of the track's abrasiveness. Because of its high sand content, the track surface wears tires quicker than other tracks. Kyle Petty, the driver of Rockingham, also tested his car there before testing it at Darlington.
Rockingham Speedway was a very popular track. It was known for great racing and amazing sightlines. But the track did not have the resources required to offer professional-level racing. The track had a history of making poor investments in infrastructure, and it lagged behind many other facilities in business plans. The track was sold in order to pay estate taxes after the deaths of the Wilson and DeWitt families. Speedway Motorsports placed Rockingham up for sale in October 2007.
FAQ
What type of race cars do race car drivers use to drive?
Modern racing cars use engines. These engines look similar to the ones found in passenger cars.
Instead of using petrol, they run on compressed oxygen.
What is the difference in a road car and racing car?
Road cars are intended to be driven on public roads. These cars are made specifically for racing. They feature aerodynamic features which allow them to brake and accelerate quickly.
Which car racing event is the most exciting?
F1 Grand Prix, the fastest car racing. F1 is the acronym for the top level motorsport competition. It consists of 10 teams from all over the world. Each team is supported by 2 or 3 drivers.
What is a pit stop?
Pit stops are when you stop driving and allow someone else to drive. It's also called a pit lane.
What is the purpose of car racing?
Car racing's purpose is to entertain the public by allowing them to see cars race around a track at high speeds. It is also a chance for drivers to display their skills and compete with each other.
Statistics
- In 2009, the slick tires returned as a part of revisions to the rules for the 2009 season; slicks have no grooves and give up to 18% more contact with the track. (en.wikipedia.org)
- According to FormulaMoney, the design, development, and construction of chassis and engines can cost teams as much as $255 million annually. (businessinsider.com)
- In 2013 Ferrari had an estimated team budget of $470 million, while elite IndyCar teams have an estimated annual budget of $15 million, according to FormulaMoney. (businessinsider.com)
- Forget the 200-mph battles of the late 1980s; no one, not even McLaren itself, predicted the inimitable F1 would go as fast as it did. (motortrend.com)
- Acceleration is a little gentler (relatively speaking) too, with 0-100km/h taking an estimated 3.1 seconds and 0-200km/h covered in 7.8 seconds. (autosport.com)
External Links
How To
How to get into motorsports
The first step is to learn how to drive. Once you have mastered this skill, then you are ready for racing. A team is necessary if you are to race professionally. To be successful in this profession, you will need to demonstrate that you can communicate well with others as well as your understanding of how to win races. You also need to be willing put yourself at risk and take responsibility for your safety. If you are interested in becoming a professional driver, it is important to study the sport and learn all aspects of driving.