Why is Route 66 Raceway closed?
The Route 66 Raceway dropped a bombshell today, announcing that it will not contest drag racing events in 2021, due to a range of factors, not the least of which is the long-term uncertainty of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Are they tearing down Chicagoland Speedway?
It sounds like rumors flying around that Chicagoland Speedway was being torn down are not true. Chicagoland Speedway, LLC would continue to own the remaining balance of racetrack property, and no portion of the racing oval would be impacted, Monday’s city news release stated.
What happened to Chicago Speedway?
On January 28, 2019, it was revealed on ISC’s 2018 annual report that the raceway’s track seating was reduced from 55,000 to 47,000. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, races at the Chicagoland Speedway for the 2020 season were canceled.
Who owns the dirt oval at Route 66?
International Speedway Corporation
The complex also includes a 0.375-mile (0.604 km) dirt oval. The drag strip hosts several drag racing events including the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA). The facility is owned and operated by International Speedway Corporation and is located adjacent to Chicagoland Speedway.
Is Route 66 Raceway sold?
International Speedway Corp. (ISC) has completed its acquisition of Raceway Associates, LLC, owner and operator of Chicagoland Speedway and Route 66 Raceway in Joliet, IL. The combined purchase price for the transactions was $102.4 million in cash.
Why is there no NASCAR at Chicagoland Speedway?
For a third consecutive year the Chicagoland Speedway will not be hosting a major event. According to WJOL’s racing expert Mike Guglielmucci, the NASCAR 2022 schedule will not include Chicagoland Speedway. COVID was the reason they didn’t race in Joliet in 2020 and the 2021 race was given to Road America in Wisconsin.
How big is Grundy County Speedway?
one-third mile
The one-third mile paved oval Grundy County Speedway was built. A new breed of famous racecar drivers circled this modern super short track.
Does NASCAR own Chicagoland Speedway?
In late 2019, NASCAR merged with International Speedway Corporation. This placed 12 active tracks under NASCAR’s own portfolio. One of those tracks, is Chicagoland Speedway. The track is a 1.5-mile oval in Joilet, Illinois.
