The Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that Formula Experiences is now the “Official Driving School of SVRA.” Formula Experiences is based at Virginia International Raceway (VIR) and provides experiential instruction and driving experiences for novices to advanced race drivers seeking licenses as well as corporations that want to offer unforgettable and thrilling… Read more »
Veteran Stock Car Drivers to Race for a Cause During Annual Family-Friendly Event Danville, Virginia – Sept. 10, 2018 – VIRginia International Raceway is welcoming iconic racing stars to its top-rated road course for the SVRA American Racing Legends Charity Pro-Am Race, which is joining the track’s annual Heacock Classic Gold Cup weekend, Sept. 21-23…. Read more »
SAID, FELLOWS, SCHROEDER SET FOR SVRA CHARITY PRO-AM AT VIR Road Course “Ringers” Return To Challenge NASCAR Stars Southlake, TX (August 21, 2018) – Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) announced today that three more champion drivers, Boris Said, Ron Fellows, and Dorsey Schroeder have entered the “American Racing Legends Charity Pro-Am Presented By RACER Magazine”… Read more »
18-year-old Sanford Native Will Sing National Anthem Ahead of Exhilarating Michelin GT Challenge Danville, Virginia – Aug. 3, 2018 – VIRginia International Raceway is thrilled to announce Britton Buchanan, who was the runner-up on the 14th season of NBC’s hit singing competition show, “The Voice,” will deliver the National Anthem at the Michelin GT… Read more »
Danville, Virginia – July 27, 2017 – VIRginia International Raceway is proud to announce the 73rd governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia, Ralph Northam, will serve as Grand Marshal for the road course’s largest race of the year, the Michelin GT Challenge Aug. 19. As Grand Marshal, Northam will commence the race with the notorious… Read more »
Virginia International Raceway is having a big impact on the southside economy. That’s according to a new study, conducted by the track and its regional partners. VIR in Alton contributes more than 200 million dollars to the state’s economy each year. This all comes from a new study commissioned by VIR. About 197 million of… Read more »
VIRginia International Raceway is proud to host HyperFest, the National Auto Sport Association’s annual motorsports festival presented by Grassroots Motorsports Magazine, May 18-20. Now in its 17th year, the adrenaline-pumping event known as “the Automotive Amusement Park” provides something fun for everyone throughout the weekend, including road racing, helicopter rides, karting, live music and more…. Read more »
Race Weekend Provides Family-‐Friendly Entertainment for Spectators Across the Country DANVILLE, Virginia–March 30, 2018–VIRginia International Raceway is hosting Pirelli World Challenge (PWC) for the second straight year April 27-29, welcoming back thrilling multi–class racing with top drivers in the hottest production–based cars, such as Porsches, McLarens, Bentleys and more. Named one of the top six… Read more »
Pirelli World Challenge announced today that Audi Sport will serve as the presenting sponsor for the upcoming PWC Grand Prix of Virginia schedule for April 27-29 at the picturesque 3.27-mile, 17-turn VIRginia International Raceway permanent road circuit in south Virginia. Audi Sport, a participant in three of the Pirelli World Challenge categories in 2018 – GT, GTS… Read more »
VIRginia International Raceway has partnered with Andy Lally ALIVE as it launches its second product, Track Rabbit. Though this registration engine is still in its first season, Track Rabbit is continuously adding new features for tracks, clubs, and schools as they explain their individual needs to the ALIVE staff. As more and more feedback comes… Read more »
