But it also holds another distinction: LVMS is one of
the hottest racing facilities in the country. Many drivers
and teams consider this 1,600-acre complex to be the
best in the U.S., and since its 1996 inaugural season,
seating has been expanded to accommodate more than 100,000
spectators. The reason is simple: LVMS has something
for every racing fan. Each year the speedway plays host
to NASCAR events, NHRA events and the UAW Daimler-Chrysler
400 as well as many other exciting races.
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The track is also somewhat of a shining star in the
world of racing. It features a 1.5-mile superspeedway,
a 2.5-mile FIA-approved road course, a 4,000-foot drag
strip and paved and dirt short track ovals. Also on
the property are facilities for Go-Kart, Legends Car,
Sand Drag and Motocross competition. And thanks to Midnight
Mayhem on Fridays, the race fever doesn't end at sundown.
These grudge drags are designed to attract illegal street
racing to a safe environment without taking away too
much of the thrill. The LVMS business complex is also
home to track tours and several racing schools. Visitors
who feel more comfortable away from the track can check
out the museum run by racing legend Caroll Shelby. The
best part? Most of the major hotels have their own shuttles
to the speedway, so patrons don't have to drive like
Mario Andretti to get here.
Las Vegas Motor Speedway is home to one of the premier
facilities in the western United States. Races are held
nearly every weekend throughout the season at the Bullring.
In 2003, eight short track divisions competed in The
Orleans NASCAR Dodge Weekly Racing Series including
Super Late Models, Late Models, Chargers, Legends Cars,
Bandolero Cars, Thunder Roadsters IMCA Modifieds and
7-Eleven Bullring Bombers.
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