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 the contributions stay local and is split between Halifax County, Pittsylvania County, and Danville.

VIR is a multipurpose road course near Danville for professional and amateur racing that nearly 270,000 total visitors attend each year.

To review the executive summary, please click here.