The rumble of engines and the screech of tires taking on more than just left turns will soon be heard in Austin as NASCAR gears up to turn up the heat at Circuit of The Americas (COTA) next week. From March 22-24, speed demons will tackle the 3.41-mile track, renowned for its challenging course featuring a mix of 11 left and nine right turns and a significant 130-foot change in elevation, as reported by KXAN.
As Austin prepares for the NASCAR influx, race-goers have varying ticket options, stretching from a grand $220 for the full-throttle Grandstand Club Seats experience to a more wallet-friendly $25 to catch Friday's practice in action. If living the race life 24/7 is your style, you can pitch a tent at the track for $100 or go big with a $4,000 premium RV spot. According to KXAN, NASCAR Cup Series Driver Todd Gilliland is eager to face the track's unique challenges, and with an early arrival planned, he's not just looking to conquer the circuit's twists but also to celebrate his sister's 21st birthday.
NASCAR at COTA is not just a one-series show; fans will be treated to a trio of high-octane races across two days. The EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix caps off the weekend's festivities on Sunday following the NASCAR Xfinity Series 250 and XPEL 225 on Saturday. Each series promises to showcase skillful driving as competitors navigate one of motorsports' most intricate tracks. Last year's standout moments, including Tyler Reddick's playoff-securing win, A.J. Allmendinger's repeat victory, and Zane Smith's fiery celebration post-win, as per NASCAR at COTA website.
