7 Tracks to Wring Out Your Car
Here are some of the coolest and most challenging places to test the limits of your Lexus.
1. Circuit of the Americas - Austin, Texas
The Circuit of the Americas is a 3.41 mile, 20-turn track sitting on 1,500 acres of rolling hills outside Austin. The counterclockwise circuit features a number of notable challenges, including a 133 ft. hill at turn one. COA is also the only U.S. track to host a Formula One race. There are a number of experiences available, but your best bet to get your own car on the track is through a track day like those hosted by Edge Addicts.
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2. Laguna Seca - Monterey, CA
Who wouldn't want to take a few hot laps on one of the most famous race tracks in the world? Even if you've already spent countless hours virtually lapping Laguna Seca's 11-turn, 2.238-mile track in various video games, that is. Since 1957, countless drivers have navigated its infamous corkscrew. Your best bet to be the next one is to sign up for the next available track day.
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3. Road Atlanta - Braselton, GA
Road Atlanta is a challenging, fast track routinely voted one of the best in the world. Located 35 miles north of Atlanta, the circuit consists of 12 turns over 2.54 miles. A grand total of 330,000 people visit the circuit each year. If you want in on the action, your best bet is to get cozy with one of the car clubs that rent it out on the events page.
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4. Road America - Elkhart Lake, WI
There are a couple of ways to experience the legendary Road America and its four mile, 14 turn road circuit. You can find any number of local car clubs that rent it out, or sign up for Skip Barber Racing school. Either way, you'll undoubtedly be challenged while navigating the same track that over the last 57 years has brought out some of the world's best racers.
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5. Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course - Lexington, OH
The Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course is simply one of the greatest and fastest tracks in the United States, which is why both IndyCar and NASCAR choose to run events on the 2.4 mile, 15 turn circuit. And, best of all, you don't have to jump through hoops to experience it. The Mid-Ohio School offers a variety of driving instruction courses to suit every need.
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6. Watkins Glen - Watkins Glen, NY
Since 1948, drivers have been navigating the challenging turns of another world famous track at Watkins Glen. The "Glen," which encompasses 3.37 miles and 11 turns, has hosted some of the most exciting races in history. If you want in on the action and wish to make your own history, you can join a local club renting out the track or pay a measly $25 for a two lap run behind a pace car.
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7. Virginia International Raceway - Alton, VA
Encompassing 3.27 miles and 17 turns, VIR has been around since 1957. It became a favorite of drivers early on thanks to its high speed straights, dramatic elevation changes, and challenging turns. Being located in stock car country didn't help, however, and the track later closed for many years. Today, it's a world class venue hosting all sort of top notch events. You can get in on the action by joining a local club renting out the track or by joining the VIR Club.
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