Advanced Vehicle Research Center breaks ground Nov 25, 2008
Dell said the region already has significant assets that support the automotive industry such as Virginia International Raceway and Institute for Advanced Learning and Research. County and city officials welcomed the new research center. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
SPEED(TM) Test Drive of New Dodge Challenger to Feature Leno, Carmen Electra and Kyle Petty Sep 23, 2008
at Lenos garage, on-track at Virginia International Raceway and at Bobs Big Boy Drive-In in Los Angeles with Electra. "When I first saw thenew Challenger, I had to do a triple-take to see if it was an old one or a new one, said Kendall, a four-time SCCA Trans Am champion (1990, 1995-97). The folks at Dodge nailed the looks. Anyone who loves the looks of the original muscle car era, but is unwilling to pay the price in comfort or reliability, ought to take a look at this car.". (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Trucks brawl brings fines Sep 18, 2008
for academic lessons in the morning, then have four afternoons of motorsports training with simulators and cars at tracks such as Martinsville Speedway, South Boston Speedway and Virginia International Raceway. The school is for students in grades 9 through 12. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Edwards does Michigan 2-step Sprint Cup win after Nationwide Aug 18, 2008
Australian Mat Mladin completed a weekend sweep at Virginia International Raceway in Alton, winning his sixth straight AMA Superbike race and ninth of the year. The six-time AMA Superbike champion trails Suzuki teammate Ben Spies, who was second, by 23 points in the season championship standings with three races to go. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Don't Flunk This Class May 20, 2008
Courses range from a two-day Teen School ($895) where Junior gets to drive the latest sports cars, to the Advanced M School ("M" stands for Maximum, and the tab's up there, too: $3,995), which is conducted at Virginia International Raceway. The instructors are all pros; some of them are even former Nascar drivers. (MediaWeek.com)
Cool driving schools, on pavement and dirt May 13, 2008
There are one- and two-day standard schools plus the three-day Advanced M Schools, which take place at Virginia International Raceway for advanced lessons (and challenges). Parents take note: There are also one- or two-day Teen Schools. (USA Today -- Travel)
San Antonio's Grand-Am Racecar Driver Jared Beyer Places 11th out of 46 in First Professional Race! May 2, 2008
SAN ANTONIO, May 1 /PRNewswire/ -- San Antonio race car driver Jared Beyer debuted in his first Grand-Am Rolex Series Race Sunday the 27th at Virginia International Raceway ... Principal driver, Jared Beyer, and co-driver Ricky Taylor tested together and completed the team's first Grand-Am race at the Virginia International Raceway on April 27, 2008. (PR Newswire)
Pruett takes Grand-Am race for third win of '08 May 2, 2008
548 seconds Sunday in the Bosch Engineering 250 at Virginia International Raceway, the third victory for Pruett and Memo Rojas in in four Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series races this year. The victory was part of big day for team owner Chip Ganassi. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Edwards flatters Braun with talk of road course ability Apr 20, 2008
We went and tested at (Virginia International Raceway) about a month ago. Carl helped me out quite a bit. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Liam Kenney lands VW Jetta TDI Cup ride Apr 16, 2008
The 16-year-old Sterling-resident, entering only his third full-season of auto racing, survived a grueling driver selection process earlier this month at Phoenix's Firebird Raceway where he went head-to-head with some of North America's most promising young racing talents to win one of the coveted seats in the brand-new series -- launching coincidently enough with Round 1in Liam's home territory at the VIRginia International Raceway, 25th-27th April. Kenney's reward for having been selected is... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
New research industry locates in Cyber Park Feb 26, 2008
Tuesday February 26, 2008. Star Tribune (434) 432-2791 Phone (434) 432-4033 Fax P.O. Box 111 28 North Main Street, Chatham VA 24531. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Campus launches smoke-free zones Feb 18, 2008
Gerald Micklow, a Department of Engineering professor, has been selected to serve as a design judge this April for a competition offered by the Society of Automotive Engineers at the Virginia International Raceway. Students will compete to design and produce small formula-style racing cars. (The Daily Reflector)
UNCG soccer player invited to combine Dec 14, 2007
VIR: The Grand-Am Rolex sports car series will return to Virginia International Raceway in April. The three-day event will be April 25-27 at the road course in Alton, Va. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Teams face fire sale before '08 season Nov 15, 2007
Richard Childress Racing has sold about six of its cars to ARCA teams, a dozen to a driving school and all of its road-course vehicles to a hobbyist who dabbles in "country club racing" at tracks such as Virginia International Raceway. Childress also is putting aside a few for his grandson, Austin, who moves into Busch East next year. (USA Today -- Sports)
Lazo sets high marks in motorcycle road racing Nov 10, 2007
"Lazo is a 2007 graduate of Hargrave Military Academy and attends Averett University where he is majoring in business.His interest in motorcycles started about two years ago when he got a dirt bike. His interest grew and this season he has raced up and down the East Coast.The tracks he has raced include Daytona International Speedway in Florida, Carolina Motorsports Park in South Carolina, Summit Point Motorsports Park in West Virginia, Virginia International Raceway, Barber Motorsports Park in... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Sam Posey to speak in Watkins Glen on Saturday Oct 11, 2007
Seafuse and teammate James Gue, in a Ford Mustang GT, finished fifth in the finale of the 12-race series at Virginia International Raceway on Sunday. Ackley and teammate Todd Snyder, also in a Mustang GT, finished ninth. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Clauson speeds to ARCA pole Oct 5, 2007
BIG TURNOUT AT VIR: More than 160 competitors -- including actor Patrick Dempsey -- are expected for twin six-hour races in this weekend's season finale for the Grand-Am KONI Challenge Series Grand Sport and Street Tuner divisions at Virginia International Raceway in Alton, Va. The weekend will feature sports car champions Davy Jones, Bill Auberlen, Andy Lally, Scott Maxwell, Darren Law and David Empringham; Daytona Prototype stars Nic Jonsson and Shane Lewis; second-generation racers Jack Roush... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Glendale resident driven to success at national event Sep 28, 2007
Frank competed Sept. 18 to 20 in the Dunlop Driver s Cup at the Virginia International Raceway, sponsored by Dunlop Tires. Frank finished eighth out of 12 drivers. (Glendale Star, AZ)
Vintage racing: Back to basics Sep 7, 2007
Mazda Raceway at Laguna Seca, Road America, Portland, Sebring and even tracks with short history like Virginia International Raceway all host successful vintage weekends in the United States, some drawing more fans than pro racing events. In Europe, there's one seemingly every other week, including the world's most prestigious: Goodwood Festival of Speed. (Corning Leader, NY)
Viper's V-10 raises stakes in horsepower race Sep 6, 2007
A big chunk of the credit for the Vipers output and the industrywide upward spiral of propulsive force goes to the computer gurus of Silicon Valley, officials said at a recent press event held at Virginia International Raceway. Immensely fast and powerful engine management computers that fine-tune every aspect of the engines operation, combined with computer design, modeling and simulation tools, allow engineers to divine improvements in virtual reality long before moving to... (MSNBC -- Business)
UGS PLM Software and Wayne Taylor Racing Announce Technology Sponsorship Partnership Aug 23, 2007
Angelelli and Magnussen last co-drove to victory April 29 at Virginia International Raceway in Alton, Va. With two races left the No. 10 SunTrust Pontiac Riley team of Wayne Taylor Racing is at the top of the series team and driver championships. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Mladin finishes with an AMA sweep in Virginia Aug 20, 2007
(AP) -- Mat Mladin earned a weekend sweep by winning the AMA Superbike championship race at Virginia International Raceway on Sunday ... That gave Suzuki a sweep of the podium at Virginia International Raceway. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Loeb rules in Germany Aug 20, 2007
ALSO SUNDAYAMA SUPERBIKE: Mat Mladin earned a weekend sweep by winning the AMA Superbike championship race at Virginia International Raceway at Alton, Va. It was his 10th win of the year and fourth in a row. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Mladin picks up 60th AMA Superbike victory Aug 19, 2007
(AP) -- Mat Mladin of Australia earned his 60th AMA Superbike victory at Virginia International Raceway on Saturday. The 35-year-old Mladin rode a Yoshimura Suzuki GSX-R1000 for his ninth win of the season. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
NHRA notes: Troxel revved by Countdown to Championship Aug 17, 2007
"Certainly wins and championships are high on my priority list," says Mladin, who enters this weekend's Suzuki Big Kahuna Nationals at Virginia International Raceway with a series-record 59 wins. "But I'm 35 now. I'm probably on the other side of my motorcycle racing hill. I'm getting on my bike and doing as much as I can to be able to compete with these young guys.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Harvick continues to thrive on road courses Aug 10, 2007
"It's obviously going to change things," said Harvick, who practiced in July at Virginia International Raceway in preparation for The Glen. "You're going to have to go through some different gearing, more so than normal. As you get through practice, everybody kind of knows the tendencies of the cars now, and we've all tested a lot.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Harvick hopes to build on road-course success Aug 9, 2007
Its obviously going to change things, said Harvick, who practiced in July at Virginia International Raceway in preparation for The Glen. Youre going to have to go through some different gearing, more so than normal. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Drivers hit the Road before Glen race Aug 6, 2007
That road course is so much different than Sonoma that what you learn at (Virginia International Raceway), what you learn at Sonoma doesn't necessarily work for you at Watkins Glen. The Centurion Boats at The Glen weekend runs Thursday through Sunday at The Glen and will feature the NASCAR Busch Series and a Rolex Series Daytona Prototype-only 200-miler. (Corning Leader, NY)
After stint in TV booth, Kyle Petty has goals for his No. 45 Dodge Aug 3, 2007
Angelelli is entered at Montreal in the No. 10 with Jan Magnussen, who co-drove to the team's only victory of 2007 at Virginia International Raceway. The Montreal race is a support event to the first NASCAR Busch Series race in Canada. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Ford, Roush Finally Showing Some Clout Jul 13, 2007
"We got behind. But five weeks ago I hired six people and dedicated a tractor-trailer [for testing]. We've been to Iowa, Milwaukee four times in the last month, and Road Atlanta and VIR [Virginia International Raceway].". Roush's three 2007 victories have come with NASCAR's current car, and the Chicagoland race also will feature the current car. (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- Sports)
Speed Channel To Broadcast First Airing of Ferrari Challenge Series on July 7th Jul 5, 2007
The first Challenge event to be shown, previously recorded this past May at Virginia International Raceway, is scheduled to air July 7th at 7:30 pm EDT, July 8th, at 3:00 pm EDT, and again July 18th at 1:30 pm EDT. The final U.S.-event for the Series will be recorded the weekend of August 10th at California Speedway and is scheduled to air October 13th and 14th, 2007. Now in its 14th racing season in the U.S., the Ferrari Challenge Series (utilizing race-prepared 430 Challenge vehicles) offers... (PR Newswire)
Labonte hoping to gain momentum Jun 28, 2007
We tested twice at Virginia International Raceway so, when we unloaded, we felt pretty confident with the setup we had. We qualified 13th with a good, comfortable race car. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Labonte hopes better days are ahead in '07 Jun 28, 2007
"We tested twice at Virginia International Raceway so, when we unloaded, we felt pretty confident with the setup we had. We qualified 13th with a good, comfortable race car. We had two good practices and everything was working really good. "In the race, we were running in the top 12 or so and then we got turned around and went to the back. We were making our way back to the front and we were in going to be in pretty good shape and we ran out of gas with one lap to go and finished 33rd. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Juan Montoya wins at Sonoma Jun 27, 2007
Wednesday June 27, 2007. The Union Star (434) 376-2795 Phone (434) 376-2676 Fax P.O. Box 180 241 Main Street Brookneal VA 24528. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Car of Tomorrow not a driver's best friend Jun 26, 2007
"The other big difference in the COT is aerodynamics. Instead of a spoiler on the rear deck, the Car of Tomorrow has a wing that can be adjusted from zero to 16 degrees. Instead of an air dam under the front bumper, there is an adjustable chin splitter that can be moved back and forth four to six inches.The wing and splitter adjustments allow the teams to regulate downforce for individual venues without having to build specific cars for short tracks, intermediate tracks and superspeedways. By... (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Relearn to drive Jun 23, 2007
The 64,000 sq ft complex opened in 1999 and offers multiple BMW Performance Driving School courses year-round from BMW-certified Driving Instructors for teenagers up to experienced driving enthusiasts, including one- and two-day Driving Schools, one- and two-day M Schools for high-performance driving, and an Advanced M School at the Virginia International Raceway to learn highly aggressive driving techniques on professional courses. Programs are open to BMW owners and non-owners alike. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Montoya could take checkered flag at Sonoma Jun 21, 2007
But during a recent test at Virginia International Raceway, Montoya was reminded who remains king of the Nextel Cup Series, particularly in the Car of Tomorrow. While Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates brought one Dodge Avenger to VIR, Hendrick Motorsports was testing five Chevrolet Impalas. (USA Today -- Sports)
Montoya goes road racing Jun 20, 2007
He was disheartened at a recent road test at Virginia International Raceway when he arrived in the only Ganassi car, only to see Hendrick Motorsports bring five cars. It's a complaint many drivers have had this season. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Montoya fishing for first Nextel win Jun 20, 2007
"Montoya is being realistic, knowing that his Chip Ganassi Racing team lags behind NASCAR's elite teams. He was disheartened at a recent road test at Virginia International Raceway when he arrived in the only Ganassi car, only to see Hendrick Motorsports bring five cars.It's a complaint many drivers have had this season. Hendrick has used an intense testing program to rack up 10 wins through the first 15 races."There's not much you can do about it," he said. "We are backed up in the fab shop, we... (News & Observer -- Sports)
This could finally be the week for Montoya Jun 20, 2007
" Montoya is being realistic, knowing that his Chip Ganassi Racing team lags behind NASCAR's elite. He was disheartened at a recent road test at Virginia International Raceway when he arrived in the only Ganassi car, only to see Hendrick Motorsports bring five. It is a complaint many drivers have had this season. Hendrick has used an intense testing program to rack up 10 wins through the first 15 races. "There's not much you can do about it," he said. "We are backed up in the [fabricating] shop.... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Local Auto Racing Notebook: Veteran crew chief praises Hurt driver Jun 8, 2007
Virginia International Raceway will celebrate its 50th anniversary this weekend. The road course near Danville hosts the Gold Cup Historic Races Friday through Sunday. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
NASCAR might relax testing policy Jun 2, 2007
More than 20 teams tested Tuesday and Wednesday at Virginia International Raceway, a road course where they could simulate the June 24 race in Sonoma, Calif. Because VIR is not a sanctioned track, any team can go there and still be within NASCAR's guidelines. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Drivers head off to Dover May 31, 2007
Harvick tested at Virginia International Raceway on Tuesday and Wednesday in preparation for the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Infineon Raceway. No. 99 Ford, Roush Fenway Racing. (USA Today -- Sports)
VIR hosts open stock car test May 27, 2007
DANVILLE - Fans are invited to attend the two-day stock car test at VIRginia International Raceway, May 29 and 30 ... VIRginia International Raceway's next major event is the June 8-10 Heacock Classic Gold Cup Historic Races, where fans can see classic racing cars from as far back as the 1930s celebrating the track's 50th anniversary. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
SUPERBIKESMladin runs away from Spies May 20, 2007
SUPERBIKES / Mladin runs away from Spies. " Mladin's contention is that qualifying should be used simply as preparation for the race, while Spies, who won his fourth consecutive pole, believes all riders should seek the top starting position, even at risk to the equipment. This round went to Mladin, who showed precision and control on the 12-turn, 2.22-mile course, which features corners connected by few straights and blind corners over hills. It is one of the most technically challenging and... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
2007 Grand Am schedule and standings/By The Associated Press Apr 5, 2007
April 29 Virginia International Raceway, Alton. May 20 Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, Monterey, Calif. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Buell Track Days Inside Pass Mar 14, 2007
September 12, 2007 Virginia International Raceway, Alton, Va. September 27, 2007 Pocono Raceway, Long Pond, Pa. (Suite101.com)
