Road Atlanta, Motorsport racing track in Braselton, Georgia
Road Atlanta is a motorsport racing track in Braselton, Georgia, extending 2.54 miles (4.08 kilometers) and featuring 12 turns. The circuit presents multiple elevation changes that challenge both driving ability and technical racing precision.
Three businessmen bought 750 acres of Braselton farmland in 1969 and built the circuit in six months after Can-Am chose it to replace flood-damaged Bridgehampton. The first race ran on 13 September 1970, won by Tony Dean in a Porsche 908/02. Don Panoz bought the track in 1996 and added a chicane at the end of the back straight, new pits and a 10,000-seat terrace.
The annual 10-hour endurance event draws drivers and visitors from different countries and showcases multiple vehicle classes on the circuit. The competition transforms the facility into an international meeting point for motorsport enthusiasts during race weekend.
The facility offers driving schools for different skill levels and spaces for corporate events. The Michelin Tower can accommodate groups up to 300 people and includes catering services.
The elevation difference between the lowest and highest point reaches 98 feet (30 meters), making this one of the most demanding circuits in North America. This topography challenges drivers through several fast sections and tight corners.
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