Auto Club Speedway, formerly the California Speedway (1997 to 2007) is situated in San Bernardino County, California, near the former sites of the Ontario Motor Speedway and Riverside International Raceway and is about one hour east of Los Angeles. It was announced on the 29th April 1994 that a new racetrack would be built on the site of a former steel mill. Three months later the 91,200 capacity Speedway became the first to have a commitment from Bill France, Sr. for the Winston Cup Series races to run at a race track long before it was opened. The opening ceremony took place on the 20th June 1997 and the first race, a NASCAR West Series race, took place the following day. This versatile race track has the facilities to encompass many events such as NASCAR Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series and AMA Superbike races on the two mile long D-shaped oval which has an asphalt surface with four turns. It has 14 degree banking on the turns, 11 degrees on the front stretch and 3 degrees on the back stretch. It also has an interior Test Circuit that is 1.45 miles long with thirteen turns, a Sports Car Course that is 2.8 miles long with twenty one turns, a Motorcycle Course, 2.36 miles in length with twenty one turns and finally, a Drag Strip of ¼ of a mile. The lap record stands at 241.426 mph, set on the 28th October 2000, by Gil de Ferran of Penske Racing (CART). The straights are fast but the turns are fairly flat making it difficult for drivers to handle the car. The first and only race for the 2011 season will be the Auto Club 400 scheduled for the 27th of March.
The Auto Club Speedway is often used for filming television shows, films and commercials. In 2000 parts of the film "Charlie’s Angels" were filmed, 2004 saw it used for parts of "Herbie: Fully Loaded" and in 2007 actors Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson drove a Dodge Challenger and a Shelby Mustang around the 2 mile speedway.
Customer Service
Please contact Guest Services Department Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. by calling 909-429-5616 or by sending an email to guestservices@AutoClubSpeedway.com.
Non-Smoking Policy
Smoking is prohibited in any spectator seating area. Auto Club Speedway offers clearly marked "smoking areas" away from the seating areas.
Approved Carry-in Items
The list of approved carry-in items listed is not complete therefore for more information visit www.autoclubspeedway.com/Visitors-Guide/Gate-Policies.aspx : lightweight backpacks or daypacks no larger than 17 inches, one soft-sided cooler, approx. 6 x 6 x 12 inches such as a soft-sided insulated cooler, a scanner bag, a fanny pack, a purse, a diaper bag, etc. This one bag may be carried in any manner, i.e.: by handle, with shoulder straps, on a belt, etc. The soft-sided insulated cooler may contain ice. One clear plastic bag, no larger than 18x18x4 inches. To accommodate samples received and purchases made after fans have parked their cars. This one bag may be carried in any manner, i.e.: by handle, with shoulder straps, etc. Clear plastic bags may not contain ice. Note: Fans are allowed to bring in one (1) each of the bags described above.
Unauthorized Carry-in Items: The list of non-approved carry-in items listed is not complete therefore for more information visit www.autoclubspeedway.com/Visitors-Guide/Gate-Policies.aspx: Firearms, weapons of any kind, fireworks, alcohol (ABC File # 47-397398 Condition 4) and items restricted by Local, State or Federal laws. Hard-sided coolers, thermoses, freezer/ice packets and insulated cups of any size. Umbrellas, wagons, inline skates, skateboards, bicycles, scooters (motorized and/or manual), etc. None of the above restricted items may be left in or around the gate area. Please return items to your vehicle. Any items left at the gates will be discarded. Auto Club Speedway reserves the right to refuse entry of any item deemed inappropriate.
Limited parking is available and it is recommended that guests arrive early to ensure a space.
Guests With Disabilities
Tickets can be purchased in advance or on race day (subject to availability). For advanced ticket orders, please call 1-800-944-RACE (7223). Guests can also request a disability golf cart by contacting the Guest Services office at (909) 429-5616.
Elevators
Disabled guests are encouraged to use the two centre elevators located in the Race Control Tower at Section 1. Elevators are also available in the East and West Towers. Ramps: There are two ramps in the main grandstand, one located near Section 79 to the top of the grandstands; a second at the far east end of the grandstands to the Terrace Level.
Lost and Found
The main Lost & Found is located at the Security Office on the Concourse Level of the Grandstands at Section 39/41. Lost items, children or parents can be taken here (see below for Child I.D. wristband information). All items turned in will be taken to the main Lost & Found Office. Once the event is over, Lost & Found will move to the Administration Office. To retrieve an item, guests may stop by or call 909-429-5000.
ID Wristbands
Parents are encouraged to take advantage of a special child safety program. At any Guest Services Information Booth, a child can receive a wristband with the family's or caregiver's seating location. The wristband is utilized by Speedway staff to help reunite a child with their parent/caregiver.
Emergency Contact
This service is available by calling 909-429-5000 from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. or the Guest Services hotline at 909-429-5616 from the time the gates open until 2 hours post chequered flag. The caller will be asked for the party’s name, ticket section, row and seat number or infield reserved RV site number, so please be sure to leave that information with necessary parties. A Speedway representative will be dispatched to the location, and every attempt will be made to deliver the emergency message. Paging services are not available.
Location
Auto Club Speedway, 9300 Cherry Avenue, Fontana, CA 92335
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