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Table of Contents
Traffic Map .......................................................................................... 33
Event Schedule ....................................................................................... 4
Event Specific Information ................................................................ 36-52
Ticket Information................................................................................... 5
Be a Track Ambassador......................................................................... 55
Seating Map ....................................................................................... 6-7
General Information (including the following)......................................... 8-11
• ATMs
• Automobile Assistance
• First Aid
• Guest Services & Information Booths
• Lost & Found
• Smoking Policies
Area Services & Attractions ............................................................. 56-59
Infineon Raceway
Highways 3 & 121
Sonoma, CA 954
800-80-RACE (223)
www.infineonraceway.com
Shuttle Information.......................................................................... 14-15
Shuttle Map .................................................................................... 16-17
Guests with Disabilities .................................................................... 18-19
Raceway Policies.............................................................................. 20-21
• Items Allowed into the Raceway
• Golf Cart and Vehicle Restrictions
Camping Information ........................................................................ 22-30
Parking & Traffic ............................................................................. 31-35
• Arriving at the Raceway
• Directions
• Alternate Routes – Your Best Way Home
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Infineon Raceway’s Fan Guide is published by Anthem Motorsports, Inc., 7101 College Blvd., Suite 400,
Overland Park, KS 66210, www.AnthemMotorsports.com, tel.: 913-894-6923. Entire contents of this magazine are copyright 2007 by Anthem Motorsports, Inc. Contents may not be reproduced in any manner, either
whole or in part without written permission from the publisher. Anthem publishes more than 1.5 million fan
guides at America’s most prestigious tracks. Printed in the U.S.A.
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Ticket and Will Call Information
Event Schedule
May 18-20
Kawasaki AMA Superbike Showdown, presented by Supercuts
June 2-3
Wine Country Classic vintage car races
June 22-24
NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series Weekend
• Ravenswood Winery Pole Day, June 22
• Blue Lizard Suncream 200, June 23
• Toyota/Save Mart 350, Sunday, June 24
July 6-8
Infineon Cougar Mountain Classic
July 27-29
FRAM Autolite NHRA Nationals
August 3-5
CAL-STEAM/KOHLER NHRA Division Drag Races, presented by Korbel
August 24-26
Event Day Ticket Information and Services
Ticket information and assistance with ticket related issues is available at the
Guest Services building, which is located at Gate 1, the main entrance into the
facility off Highway 121. Infineon Raceway ticket representatives will be happy to
answer any questions, as well as provide ticket information on upcoming events.
Hours at Guest Services are: a.m.-one hour after the conclusion of racing.
Ticket Pit Stop
Take advantage of special ticket offers and purchase tickets to future events by
visiting the Infineon Raceway Ticket Pit Stop. The Ticket Pit Stop is located behind
section D of the Main Grandstand.
Ticket Upgrades
Upgrade from general admission to reserved seating by visiting Infineon Raceway
Ticket Upgrade Booths. (Applies to NASCAR, NHRA and IndyCar® weekends)
Ticket Upgrades
NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series & IndyCar® Racing Ticket Upgrade Locations
• Main Grandstand, behind section D next to the Ticket Pit Stop
• Earnhardt Turn 2 Terrace, behind section B
• Rob Brown Turn 3 Terrace, behind section D
• Turn Terrace, behind section C
• Turn 9 Terrace, behind section E
FRAM Autolite NHRA Nationals Ticket Upgrade Locations
• Main Grandstand, behind section D next to the Ticket Pit Stop
• Temporary Grandstand, Tower Reserved, behind section • Turn 9 Terrace, behind section E
Toyota “Pickup” Windows (Will-Call/Credentials)
Toyota “Pickup” Windows (Will-Call/Credentials) are located at Guest Services
(Gate 1) for all events with the exception of NASCAR. On NASCAR Weekend,
Toyota “Pickup” Windows are located at Gate 9 off Lakeville Highway.
Motorola Indy 300, presented by Jackson Rancheria Casino & Hotel
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General Information
AAA Designated Driver Program
Come by the AAA Designated Driver Program booth to become the designated
driver for your group. Just fill out a pledge card — under the direction of the AAA
— and receive a FREE bottle of smartwater. Look for the AAA booth, located
behind the Main Grandstand, at the AMA, NASCAR, NHRA and IndyCar® event
weekends. The program is also sponsored by Vitamin Water.
ATM Locations
Bank of America ATMs can be found in the following locations:
• Raceway Café
• Main Grandstand behind section A
• Main Grandstand behind section N
• Earnhardt Turn 2 Terrace near the permanent restroom building
• Turn 10 Vendor Area near the permanent restroom building
Autograph Sessions
Get an autograph from your favorite racer. Organized autograph sessions are
scheduled for the AMA, NHRA and IndyCar® event weekends. Please visit Guest
Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth for details.
Automobile Assistance
Tow vehicles are on-site during race weekends to provide assistance with lockouts
and dead batteries. Please stop by Guest Services, located at Gate 1, for
assistance.
Child ID Wristbands
Families with young children should take advantage of the Infineon Raceway Child
ID Wristband program. Each child will receive a wristband that will enable raceway
staff to assist in locating the child’s guardian or parent, in the event that he/
she becomes lost. Just stop by Guest Services, located at Gate 1, or the Ticket
Pit Stop, located behind the Main Grandstand, for details. It will just take a few
minutes to provide raceway staff with the necessary information to get your child
dialed-in with the program.
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Ear Plugs
Ear plugs are available for purchase at Wine Country Motorsports, located next
to the Raceway Café in the main competitor pit area, during all major events.
Additional sales locations will open during the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup, NHRA and
IndyCar® events and will be conveniently located near major seating areas.
Concessions
Food and beverages are available throughout the raceway at concession stands
and carts managed by Levy Restaurants. Find a variety of your favorite foods
including hot dogs, tacos, pizza, barbecue dishes and much more.
Exit and Re-Entry
If you leave the raceway and plan on returning the same day, you must have your
hand stamped and event tickets to re-enter. Hand stamps are available at Gate
1 for all events and at Gate for the AMA, NASCAR NEXTEL Cup, NHRA and
IndyCar® events.
First Aid, Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
First aid stations are located behind every major seating area at the NASCAR,
NHRA and IndyCar® events. Please visit the Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital
Medical Center, located at the south end of the main competitor pit area near the
Raceway Café, for all other events.
Gate Opening Times
Gates open daily at am. During the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup gates open at am.
Guest Services
Guests with ticketing problems or customer service issues should visit Guest
Services. Guest Services is located at Gate 1 and open from am to one-half hour
after the conclusion of the day’s racing.
Ice Sales
Ice can be purchased at the Raceway Café from am-4pm during all major events
at Infineon Raceway. The Raceway Café is located at the south end of the main
competitor pit area.
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Information, Nationwide Insurance
Event information, including facility maps and weekend schedules, is available at
the Nationwide Insurance Information Booth, located directly behind the Main
Grandstand. Additional information booths are set-up during the NASCAR, NHRA
and IndyCar® race weekends and are conveniently located near major seating
areas.
Designated smoking areas are as follows:
• Main Grandstand behind section G
• Earnhardt Turn 2 Terrace behind section B
• Rob Brown Turn 3 Terrace behind section D
• Turn Terrace behind section C
• Turn 9 Terrace behind sections A and F
Lost Children
Parents or guardians looking for their children should contact an Infineon Raceway
representative immediately. Children separated from their parents or guardians
will be taken to Guest Services, located at Gate 1.
Speedway Children’s Charities Booth
Visit the Speedway Children’s Charities booth to learn more about the charitable
arm of Infineon Raceway. Speedway Children’s Charities is dedicated to raising
money for needy youth organizations in Sonoma County, and has distributed more
than $2.1 million since 2002.
Look for the Speedway Children’s Charities booth, located behind the Main
Grandstand near the shuttle turnaround, at the AMA, WCC, NASCAR, NHRA and
IndyCar® event weekends.
Lost & Found
Found items are taken to Guest Services located at Gate 1. Items are kept at
Guest Services until the conclusion of the event weekend. The Infineon Raceway
main office (800-80-RACE) handles all unclaimed items beginning the next
business day.
Pets
Pets are allowed in camping areas only. Only seeing-eye dogs, or dogs used to
assist disabled guests, are allowed in competitor pit and seating areas.
Police & Security
For your safety and convenience, police and security personnel are stationed
throughout the raceway. If you have an emergency, please notify the nearest
Infineon Raceway representative for assistance.
Radio Broadcasts
Racing is broadcast on 8.9 FM.
Smoking
Smoking is NOT permitted in any seating area, concession line or elevator
at Infineon Raceway. Guests wishing to smoke must go to designated
smoking areas.
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Spazmatics LIVE at most major events in 2007
The Spazmatics are a hilariously cool science nerd 80’s pop synth new wave dance
show. They perform a variety of music by bands including Flock of Seagulls, The
Go-Gos, Oingo Boingo, The Cure, INXS, Duran Duran, Berlin, Madonna, Billy Idol
and many more great bands that were popular in the ‘80s! This great band will
perform behind the main grandstand during most of our major events in 200...
don’t miss it!
Telephones
Pay phones are located in the following locations:
• Raceway Café
• Main Grandstand behind section D
• Main Grandstand behind section L
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Guests with Disabilities
Accessible Restrooms
All permanent restroom facilities at Infineon Raceway are wheelchair accessible.
Permanent restrooms are located at:
• Main Grandstand
• Turn 2
• Turn 10
Wheelchair accessible portable restrooms are located near all other major
seating areas.
Electric Convenience Vehicles (ECVs)
Disabled guests may operate single-person electric convenience vehicles at
Infineon Raceway. ECVs and golf carts are not available to rent.
Disabled Guest Parking
Enter Gate 1. You must have all of the following to be able to park in the lots
designated for our disabled guests:
• Disabled placard or special identification license plate
• Disabled identification card
• Driver’s license matching the name of the disabled guest on the
identification card
Once at Gate 1, merge to the far right entry lane. From there you will be directed
to one of two designated handicap parking areas: Lower Handicap and Upper
Handicap. Parking is first come, first served with the Lower Handicap lot parked
first.
Seating Information
Wheelchair and companion seating is offered at both the Hillside Terraces and
Main Grandstand. Chairs for companion seating in the Hillside Terraces are
available at the ticket upgrade booths in the following locations (NASCAR, NHRA
and IndyCar® weekends only):
• Main Grandstand behind section C
• Earnhardt Turn 2 Terrace behind section B
• Rob Brown Turn 3 Terrace behind section D
• Turn Terrace behind section C
• Turn 9 Terrace behind section E
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Service Animals
Infineon Raceway recognizes the importance of service animals in assisting guests
with visual and other impairments. These animals are welcome throughout the
property, but must remain leashed and harnessed at all times.
Shuttle Service – Pick-Up/Drop-Off Points
A shuttle service is available to take guests to/from the designated handicap
parking lots and major seating areas. Pick-up/drop-off points are found in the
following locations:
• Main Grandstand near the shuttle turnaround
• Earnhardt Turn 2 Terrace behind section B
• Rob Brown Turn 3 Terrace behind section D
• Turn Terrace behind section B
• Turn 9 Terrace behind section F
• Gate 3 (50 Acre Campground Pick-Up)
Wristbands
To access the disabled guest golf cart shuttle service and grandstand elevator you
must have a wristband. Wristbands are issued by the Infineon Raceway Golf Cart
Service staff just after you enter the raceway and park your vehicle.
Wristbands will be labeled Lower or Upper, indicating your parking location.
Disabled guests plus one accompanying individual receive SOLID color wristbands.
Additional guests in the party receive STRIPED wristbands. SOLID WRISTBANDS
provide full access to the Golf Cart Shuttle Service and Main Grandstand Elevator.
STRIPED WRISTBANDS provide limited access. Access is based on the number
of people waiting for the service at that time.
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Raceway Policies
Infineon Raceway is committed to providing a safe, comfortable and enjoyable
experience for all guests. To help ensure a positive race-day experience, please
review the following guidelines and restrictions.
Guest Code of Conduct
Infineon Raceway staff supports an environment where guests can enjoy the
event experience free from unacceptable behavior, including but not limited to
the following:
• Foul/abusive language or obscene gestures
• Intoxication or other signs of impairment related to alcohol consumption
• Any disruption of the event, including throwing of objects or trespassing in
restricted areas
• Displays of affection not appropriate in a public, family setting
• Obscene or indecent clothing
• Sitting in a location other than the guest’s ticketed seat
• Fighting, taunting, or making threatening remarks or gestures
• Selling of merchandise without the written consent of the raceway
• Lawn chairs and stadium-type seats with legs (chairs and seat cushions
must be flat with no legs)
• Inline skates/skateboards
• Umbrellas in seating areas
• Wagons
• Weapons
• Fireworks
All items brought into the raceway are subject to search.
Golf Cart and Vehicle Restrictions
Infineon Raceway provides a free shuttle service to/from major parking and
seating areas. For your safety, and the safety of others, the use of personaltransportation vehicles is prohibited.
Unauthorized vehicles, including ATVs, golf carts, motorized bikes, scooters or
skateboards are NOT allowed at Infineon Raceway. Unauthorized vehicles may
be taken and held by raceway officials until the conclusion of the event. Guests
violating this policy may be asked to leave the facility.
Guests not adhering to the above code, or behaving inappropriately will be asked
to leave the facility.
Please remember to be courteous and considerate while at Infineon Raceway. If
anyone is interfering with your enjoyment of the event, please contact the nearest
Infineon Raceway representative for assistance.
Guest Guidelines – Items Allowed into the Raceway
The following items are allowed at the raceway, but must not exceed 15” x 15”
x 15” in size.
• Bags/Backpacks
• Coolers
• Plastic Bottles
• Seat Cushions
Guests are not allowed to enter the facility with the following items:
• Alcohol
• Bottles/glass containers/cans
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Authorized vehicles are operated by credentialed Infineon Raceway personnel,
event sponsors and competitors only. No one under the age of 1 is allowed to
operate a vehicle at Infineon Raceway. Disabled guests are allowed to use singleperson ECVs (Electric Convenience Vehicles).
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Camping Information
Make Infineon Raceway your home away from home during race weekends by
purchasing space in one of four different campgrounds at the facility.
Arriving at the Raceway in your RV
Please check your RV pass to confirm the gate to enter for admission. Campers
checking in at Gates 1 or 9 staying in the Trackside RV Terraces, Cougar
Mountain Campground or Carousel Campgrounds should read the following Gate
Entry Information.
• Please have your RV pass on your vehicle (attach the pass to the lower left
inside corner (driver’s side))
• Everyone entering the raceway, including children, must have tickets for
each day of the event.
• Upon entering, your tickets will be scanned and stapled together. You will
then be given a wristband.
If you have guests staying with you throughout the weekend they must also have
weekend tickets and wristbands. If a wristband was not given to you or one of your
guests at check-in, please stop by Guest Services located at Gate 1.
Camping Wristbands
A camping wristband is used to identify you as a weekend guest and helps you avoid
any hassles with gate re-entry and campground checks. It is recommended that
all guests staying overnight at Infineon Raceway have their tickets and wristband
on them at all times.
Daily Exit and Re-Entry
If you leave the raceway and plan on returning the same day, you must have all of
the following to re-enter:
• Event Weekend Tickets
• Camping Wristband
• Additional Vehicle Pass
Campground Rules and Restrictions
• CHARCOAL barbecues are not allowed at Infineon Raceway. Gas grills
using propane are permitted.
• Open flame or open pit campfires are prohibited
• Camping is permitted in designated areas only
• Quiet Time will be enforced from midnight- a.m. – music, portable
generators, etc, must be turned off during those times
• Keep fire lanes open at all times
• Offensive signs, public drunkenness and profanity will not be tolerated
• The selling of unauthorized merchandise is not permitted
• Alcohol may not be sold or distributed to people other than those
staying in your RV
• Alcohol is allowed in camping areas. However, alcohol may not be brought
from camping areas into any seating or pit areas. Alcohol is available for
purchase throughout the raceway.
• No waste-water dumping is allowed, subject to fine
• No fireworks
• No weapons
• NO COMMERCE
Campground Security – 24 hours a day (Available NASCAR, NHRA and IndyCar®)
Infineon Raceway security representatives are available to assist you 24 hours a
day. Please stop by one of the following locations for assistance.
• Guest Services (for trackside campers)
• Security Office located at the camping check-in area at Gate (for campers
in 50 Acres)
RV Pump & Dump Services
RV pump and dump services are available at all major events at Infineon Raceway.
Detailed information, including service pricing and scheduling times, will be given
to you during camping check-in.
Space Size
Camping spaces measure 20 feet wide by 40 feet in length. One extra vehicle
(passenger car) may be parked in the camping area, but it must fit within your
space.
Vehicles may exit and re-enter campgrounds until 10pm each night. After 8pm all
trackside campers must enter and exit Gate 1.
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Parking & Traffic – Arriving at the Raceway
Inbound Parking Information
Below is information on the best gate to enter for admission:
Gate 1 – Permit Parking
Gate 1, for most events, is a restricted gate. You must have a permit or have a
valid disabled placard to enter the gate.
Permits are issued to:
• Season ticket holders
• Suite/hospitality ticket holders
• Media
• Competitors
Motorcycles are the only vehicles allowed to enter Gate 1 without a permit.
Motorcycles must park in designated areas only.
Gate 7 – General Parking
Gate is located off of Highway 121 and is open during the AMA, NASCAR,
NHRA and IndyCar® race weekends. This is the main point of entry for fans.
Gate 9 – General Parking
Gate 9 is located off of Lakeville Highway and is an ideal entrance for guests
traveling to the raceway from Highway 101. Gate 9 is open during the NASCAR
race weekend and on Sunday of IndyCar®. This is the recommended point of entry
at NASCAR weekend.
Directed Parking
All parking at Infineon Raceway is directed into the facility by raceway personnel.
Directed parking allows for maximum use of space and improved traffic flow into
the facility. Please follow the direction of the parking staff as you enter the facility.
Daily RV/Oversized Vehicle Parking
Due to limited space throughout the facility, Infineon Raceway recommends that
you do not bring RVs and other oversized vehicles on race day. Space will be
limited, and the setting-up of awnings and additional space next to the vehicle will
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From Highway 101
To Gates 1 and 7
• Merge onto Highway 3 east toward Vallejo
• Travel 8 miles until you reach the intersection of Highways 3 and 121
• Make a left onto Highway 121 toward Sonoma
• Gate 1 is one-half mile ahead on your left, Gates is 1.5 miles ahead on
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• Stay on Lakeville Highway for 10 miles
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• Exit onto Highway 3 west toward San Rafael
• Travel 15 miles until you reach the intersection of Highways 3 and 121
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• Gate 1 is one-half mile ahead on your left, Gates is 1.5 miles ahead on
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• Exit onto Highway 3 west toward San Rafael
• Travel 1 miles until you reach the intersection of Highway 3 and Lakeville
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• Make a right onto Lakeville Highway
• Gate 9 is 1.5 miles ahead on the right
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Kawasaki AMA Superbike Showdown, presented by Supercuts
Event Line-Up
Road Course Racing
• Superbike
• Formula Xtreme
• Supersport
• Superstock
Off-Track Event Entertainment
• SuperMoto USA – located on the Kart Track at Lot 1
• SBFreaks Street Freestyle – located in the Turn 10 Motorsports Midway
directly across from the Main Grandstand
Please visit Guest Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth for event
racing and entertainment schedules.
Parking – Entry Gates and Access Times
Gate 1 – open from 7am to 10pm
• Permit Parking
• Motorcycles
• Handicap Parking
**Gate 7 – open from 7am-3pm
• General Spectator Parking
**Gate is closed on Friday, May 18. On Friday all traffic should enter Gate 1.
Camping Check-In
Trackside RV Terraces
Check-In at Gate 1
• Thursday, May 1
• Friday, May 18
• Saturday, May 19
Noon-10pm
am-10pm
am-10pm
Road Course Configuration
12 turns, 2.22 miles
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Special Events
Bike Night
Following a full day of racing Infineon Raceway will host the 3rd annual Bike Night.
The event features:
• “Bike Only” Parking
• Extended business hours for local restuarants and shops
• Live radio broadcasts and giveaways
When: Saturday, May 19 from 5pm-10pm
Where: Please visit Guest Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth
for directions to Bike Night
Wall of Fame Ceremony
Race fans are invited to watch as Infineon Raceway honors an AMA Superbike
Series rider, who has excelled at the Sonoma Valley facility, with an induction into
the Wall of Fame.
When: Please visit Guest Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth
for Wall of Fame Ceremony presentation times
Where: Wine Country Winner’s Circle (located at the south-end of the Main
Grandstand)
Motorcycle Art Show
The raceway will host an art gallery in the Infineon Technologies Business Center,
located adjacent to the Wine Country Winner’s Circle in the main paddock. A
variety of motorcycle art will be on display throughout the weekend. Entrance into
the gallery is free.
When: All weekend
Where: Infineon Technologies Business Center (located at the south-end of the
Main Grandstand)
Track Talk
Race fans are invited to the Wine Country Winner’s Circle during the Kawasaki
AMA Superbike Showdown, presented by Supercuts, race weekend for questionand-answer sessions with top riders.
When: Please visit Guest Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth
for Track Talk times
Where: Wine Country Winner’s Circle (located at the south-end of the Main
Grandstand)
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Wine Country Classic Vintage Race Cars
Event Line-Up
Road Course Racing
• Historic Can-Am Cars
• Vintage Grand National NASCARs
• Trans-Am
Off-Track Event Entertainment
• Copia Wine Country Pavilion – located directly behind the
Main Grandstand
Please visit Guest Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth for event
racing and entertainment schedules.
Road Course Configuration
12 turns, 2.52 miles
Parking – Entry Gates and Access Times
All traffic should enter Gate 1. Gate 1 is open from am to 10pm beginning on
Friday, June 1.
Camping Check-In
Trackside RV Terraces
Check-In at Gate 1
• Friday, June 1
• Saturday, June 2
9am-10pm
am-10pm
Special Events
Track Talk
Race fans are invited to the Wine Country Winner’s Circle during the Wine Country
Classic race weekend for intimate question-and-answer sessions with top drivers.
When: Please visit Guest Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information
Booth for Track Talk times
Where: Wine Country Winner’s Circle (located at the south-end of the
Main Grandstand)
Vintage Race Car Festival
Following Saturday’s on-track action, 30 vintage race cars will depart the raceway,
led by the CHP, for their journey to the Sonoma Plaza. Once parked around the
Plaza, fans can enjoy samplings from local restaurants and wineries, and vote for
their favorite car. All proceeds benefit Speedway Children’s Charities.
When: Saturday, June 2 at 5pm
Where: Sonoma Plaza in downtown Sonoma
Wine Country Cruise
Take a scenic drive through the Sonoma Wine Country with stops for wine tasting
and lunch. You’ll end the day back at the raceway for a lap of the track in your
own car.
When: Friday, June 1 at 10am
Where: Meet at Infineon Raceway Gate 1
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NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series Weekend
featuring the Toyota/Save Mart 350
Event Line-Up
Road Course Racing
• NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series
• NASCAR Grand National West Series
• 00 Racing/Legends
Off-Track Event Entertainment
• Airshows America Patriots Jet Team Air Show
• Red Bull Stunt Helicopters & Sky Divers
Please visit Guest Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth for event
entertainment schedules.
Schedule of Events
12:20 p.m.-1:20 p.m.
Slingbox Happy Hour
1:30 p.m.
NASCAR Grand National West Driver Introductions
NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Final Practice
2:00 p.m.
Blue Lizard Suncream 200, presented by
Supercuts
NASCAR Grand National West Race (64 Laps)
4:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Legends Race (One Hour)
FOLLOWED BY
Sponsor Hot Laps
10 p.m.
Gates Close
Sunday, June 24
a.m.
Gates Open
9 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Sponsor Hot Laps
Noon-1:15 p.m.
Pre-Race Activities
Airshows America Patriots Jet Team Air Show
Friday, June 22
a.m.
Gates Open
9:30 a.m.-10:20 a.m.
Legends Practice
11 a.m.-11:50 a.m.
NASCAR Grand National West Practice
Noon-1:30 p.m.
NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Practice
1:40 p.m.-2:15 p.m.
NASCAR Grand National West Practice
2:25 p.m.-2:55 p.m.
Legends Practice
3:05 p.m.-3:55 p.m.
NASCAR Grand National West Final Practice
4:05 p.m.
Ravenswood Winery Pole Day
NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Qualifying (One Lap, All
Mini Concert
1:30 p.m.
NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Driver Introductions
2 p.m.
Toyota/Save Mart 350
NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Race (110 Laps)
FOLLOWED BY
Track Walk
Road Course Configuration
10 turns, 1.99 miles
Positions)
10:00 p.m.
Gates Close
Saturday, June 23
a.m.
Gates Open
9 a.m.-9:50 a.m.
NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Practice
10:05 a.m.
NASCAR Grand National West Qualifying (Road
Race Qualifying)
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Parking – Entry Gates and Access Times
Gate 1 – open from 6am to 10pm
• Permit Parking
• Motorcycles
• Handicap Parking
Gate 7 – open from 6am-3pm
• General Spectator Parking
Gate 9 (RECOMMENDED PARKING ENTRANCE) – open from 6am-8pm
• General Spectator Parking
Camping Check-In
Trackside RV Terraces & Carousel Campground
Check-In at Gate 1
• Thursday, June 21
Noon-10pm
• Friday, June 22
am-10pm
• Saturday, June 23
am-10pm
Cougar Mountain Campground
**Check-In at Gate 9
• Thursday, June 21
• Friday, June 22
• Saturday, June 23
Noon-8pm
am-8pm
am-8pm
**After 8pm check-in at Gate 1. Gate 1 is open until 10pm.
50 Acres Campground
Check-In at Gate • 50 Acres Campground opens at Noon on Thursday, June 21 and is open
24 hours until pm on Sunday, June 24
Special Events
Airshows America Patriots Jet Team Air Show
Race fans will want to be in their seats well before the start of the Toyota/
Save Mart 350 in order to enjoy the Patriots Jet Team Air Show. This show,
performed in four 1983 L-39 Ex-Military Jets, will feature 20 minutes of beautifully
choreographed maneuvers, including diamond formation loops and rolls. Don’t
miss it!
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When: Sunday, June 24
Where: Skies above Infineon Raceway
Blue Lizard Suncream Cancer Screenings
Blue Lizard Australian Suncream will offer a free sun safety program throughout
the weekend, which will educate fans about the dangers of over-exposure to
the sun. Blue Lizard and local dermatologists will partner to provide education,
prevention and detection through skin cancer screenings. Look for their booths
throughout the raceway.
When: All weekend
Where: Booths located near every major seating area
Race-n-Rock Charity Auction
It’s your chance to bid on the opportunity to ride alongside one of the top NASCAR
stars during pre-event ceremonies around the twisting road course. You can
also bid on one-of-a-kind signed racing memorabilia and much more! All proceeds
benefit Speedway Children’s Charities.
When: Sunday, June 24
Where: Wine Country Winner’s Circle (located at the south-end of the Main
Grandstand)
Track Talk
Race fans are invited to the Wine Country Winner’s Circle during the Toyota/Save
Mart 350 race weekend for question-and-answer sessions with top drivers.
When: Please visit Guest Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth
for Track Talk times
Where: Wine Country Winner’s Circle (located at the south-end of the Main
Grandstand)
Speedway Children’s Charities Track Walk
Infineon Raceway will open its world-famous road course to the public
following Sunday’s Toyota/Save Mart 350 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup event
with the raceway’s second annual Track Walk.
Cont’d on next page >
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Race fans will not only get to walk on the same 10-turn, 2-mile road
course used by star NASCAR drivers like Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart
and Jimmie Johnson, they will also embark on a treasure hunt for great
prizes. Race fans will be allowed to roam around the road course
beginning approximately 30 minutes after the checkered flag falls on
the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup event. To make it even more fun, the raceway
will hide five golden lug nuts around the road course, each of which is
redeemable for valuable prizes. For more information please visit Guest
Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth.
Wall of Fame Ceremony
Race fans are invited to watch as Infineon Raceway honors a NASCAR
NEXTEL Cup Series driver, who has excelled at the Sonoma Valley
facility, with an induction into the Wall of Fame.
Infineon Cougar Mountain Classic
Please stop by Cougar Mountain Classic Registration,
located in the NASCAR Garages at the south-end of the Main
Grandstand, for event schedules and course maps.
Parking – Entry Gates and Access Times
All traffic should enter Gate 1. Gate 1 is open daily at am.
Camping Check-In
Check-In at Gate 1
• Wednesday, July 4
• Thursday, July 5
• Friday, July am-pm
am-pm
am-pm
When: Friday, June 22 @ 10:30am
Where: Wine Country Winner’s Circle (located at the south-end of the
Main Grandstand)
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FRAM Autolite NHRA Nationals
Event Line-Up
Drag Racing
• NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series: Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock,
Pro Stock Motorcycle
• NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series: Alcohol Dragster, Alcohol Funny Car,
Comp Eliminator, Super Stock, Stock, Super Comp
Please visit Guest Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth for event
racing schedules.
Parking – Entry Gates and Access Times
Gate 1 – open from 7am to 10pm
• Permit Parking
• Motorcycles
• Handicap Parking
**Gate 7 – open from 7am-3pm
• General Spectator Parking
**Gate will stay open until pm on Friday, July 2
Camping Check-In
50 Acres Campground
Check-In at Gate • 50 Acres Campground opens at Noon on Thursday, July 2 and is open
24 hours until pm on Sunday, July 29
Special Events
Nitro Night at the Fior d’Italia
Don’t miss your chance to spend an evening with some of the biggest stars from
the NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series. Nitro Night at the Fior d’Italia will
feature a delicious Italian meal, a chance to meet the drivers and a one-of-akind auction, and the best part is that all proceeds benefit Speedway Children’s
Charities.
When: Thursday, July 2
Where: Fior d’Italia, San Francisco
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Speedway Children’s Charities Quarters For Kids
Race fans are invited to walk along the world-famous Infineon Raceway quartermile drag strip just minutes after the final pair of Top Fuel dragsters crosses
the finish line following Sunday eliminations at the FRAM Autolite NHRA
Nationals. You’ll be able to feel the sticky rubber beneath your shoes and get
a driver’s perspective of the quarter-mile track - you’ll even have a chance to
help local youth organizations. Fans are encouraged to bring quarters to the
Quarters for Kids Walk and leave them on the wall that stretches the length
of the quarter-mile.
Thunder Alley
Thunder Alley is the closest you can get to the ground-pounding action on-track.
Located just below the Main Grandstand and parallel to the drag strip, Thunder
Alley is sure to be the place real NHRA fans want to be. This area provides a
standing-room only race-watching experience with nothing between you and the
sheer power of the quickest-accelerating machines on the planet.
Tickets for Thunder Alley are just $10 for a daily pass or $30 for a weekend pass,
with a paid admission ticket and available for purchase next to the Wine Country
Winner’s Circle and the entrance to Thunder Alley.
Track Talk
Race fans are invited to the Wine Country Winner’s Circle during the FRAM
Autolite NHRA Nationals race weekend for question-and-answer sessions with top
drivers.
When: Please visit Guest Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth
for Track Talk times
Where: Wine Country Winner’s Circle (located at the south-end of the Main
Grandstand)
Wall of Fame Ceremony
Race fans are invited to watch as Infineon Raceway honors an NHRA POWERade
Series driver, who has excelled at the Sonoma Valley facility, with an induction into
the Wall of Fame.
When: Please visit Guest Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth
for Wall of Fame Ceremony presentation times
Where: Wine Country Winner’s Circle (located at the south-end of the
Main Grandstand)
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Motorola Indy 300, presented by Jackson Rancheria
Casino & Hotel
Road Course Configuration – Grand American
12 turns, 2.52 miles
Event Line-Up
Road Course Racing
• IndyCar® Series
• Indy Pro Series™
• Grand American Rolex Sports Car Series
• Historic Formula One
Off-Track Event Entertainment
• Playboy Paddock Club – located behind the Main Grandstand
• IndyCar® and Grand American Autograph Sessions on Saturday, August
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Please visit Guest Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth for event
racing schedules, autograph times and other entertainment schedules.
Road Course Configuration – IndyCar®
12 turns, 2.22 miles
Parking – Entry Gates and Access Times
Gate 1 – open from 7am to 10pm
• Permit Parking
• Motorcycles
• Handicap Parking
**Gate – open from am-3pm
• General Spectator Parking
**Gate is closed on Friday, August 24. On Friday all traffic should enter
Gate 1.
Gate 9 – open from am-Noon (SUNDAY ONLY)
• General Spectator Parking
Camping Check-In
Trackside RV Terraces
Check-In at Gate 1
• Thursday, August 23
• Friday, August 24
• Saturday, August 25
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Noon-10pm
am-10pm
am-10pm
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Special Events
Autograph Sessions
Fans will have a chance to meet many of the stars from the Grand-Am Series
and IndyCar® Series at the driver autograph sessions on Saturday, August 25th.
Please visit Guest Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth for times
and locations.
IndyCar® Charity Auction
It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take a pace lap with star drivers like Helio
Castroneves, Dan Wheldon or Danica Patrick around the world-famous road
course. All proceeds benefit Speedway Children’s Charities.
When: Sunday, Aug. 2
Where: Wine Country Winner’s Circle (located at the south-end of the
Main Grandstand)
Track Talk
Race fans are invited to the Wine Country Winner’s Circle during the Grand Prix of
Sonoma race weekend for question-and-answer sessions with top drivers.
When: Please visit Guest Services or a Nationwide Insurance Information Booth
for Track Talk times
Where: Wine Country Winner’s Circle (located at the south-end of the
Main Grandstand)
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Be a Track Ambassador
Volunteer to work at major racing events including:
• NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series
• FRAM Autolite NHRA Nationals
• IRL Grand Prix of Sonoma/Grand American Rolex Sports Car Series
Sign-up for only the events and days you want to work and receive a weekend pass
for yourself, plus two additional weekend passes for friends and family.
Duties Include:
• Work in hospitality chalets and suites
• Distribute Fan Guides at information booths
• Deliver packages to staff and race teams
• Direct guests to seating areas
• Help raceway staff at special events and trade shows
• And much, much more
For more information call (800) 80-RACE (223) ext. 104 or email sposner@
infineonraceway.com
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Area Services
Airlines
Alaska Airlines
America West
American
Continental
Delta
Horizon Air
Southwest
United
(800) 252-522
(800) 235-9292
(800) 433-300
(800) 421-245
(800) 221-1212
(800) 54-9308
(800) 435-992
(800) 241-522
Airport Transportation
Sonoma Airporter
(0) 938-424
Area Airports
Sonoma County Airport
www.sonomacountyairport.org
(0) 55-243
San Francisco International Airport
www.flysfo.com
(50) 821-8211
Oakland International Airport
www.flyoakland.com
(510) 53-3300
Sacramento International Airport
www.sacairports.org
(91) 929-5411
Napa Airport
www.co.napa.ca.us
(0) 253-4300
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Car Rental
Alamo
Avis
Budget
Enterprise
Thrifty
(800) 32-933
(800) 831-284
(800) 52-000
(800) 325-800
(800) 3-22
Taxicab Companies
Bear Flag Taxi
Yellow Cab
(0) 938-151
(0) 544-4444
Towing Services
Bonneau’s Towing & Mechanical
Norrbom’s Towing Service
Stu’s (0) 938-8133
(0) 99-2041
(0) 99-3555
Area Attractions
Area Hotels
Vallejo – 15 miles to Raceway
Regency Inn
(800) 559-4150
Larkspur/Corte Madera – 20 miles to Raceway
Courtyard by Marriott
Best Western Corte Madera Inn
(415) 925-1800
(800) -90
Novato – 10 miles to Raceway
Best Western Novato Oaks Inn
Courtyard by Marriott
Inn Marin
(800) 25-4
(800) 321-2211
(415) 883-5952
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Petaluma – 20 miles to Raceway
Quality Inn Petaluma
Sheraton Sonoma County Petaluma
(800) 221-2222
(888) 2-8458
Rohnert Park – 30 miles to Raceway
DoubleTree Hotel
(800) 222-833
San Rafael – 15 miles to Raceway
Embassy Suites
Extended Stay Deluxe
Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael
(800) EMBASSY
(800) EXT-STAY
(415) 49-8800
Sonoma – 10 miles to Raceway
El Pueblo Inn
MacArthur Place Hotel
Sonoma Valley Inn
(800) 900-8844
(0) 938-2929
(800) 334-584
Sonoma – 10 miles to Raceway
Della Santina’s Trattoria
Mary’s Pizza Shack
Maya Restaurant
Red Grape
Rin’s Thai Restaurant
Saddles Steakhouse
Swiss Hotel
(0) 935-05
(0) 938-8300
(0) 935-3500
(0) 99-4103
(0) 938-142
(0) 933-3191
(0) 938-2884
Area Wineries
Ravenswood Winery
Benzinger Family Winery
Cline Cellars
Gloria Ferrer Champagne Caves
Gundlach-Bundschu Winery
Larson Family Winery
Roche Winery
Viansa Winery & Italian Marketplace
(0) 938-190
(888) 490-239
(0) 935-4310
(0) 99-25
(0) 938-52
(0) 938-3031
(0) 935-115
(0) 935-424
Area Restaurants
San Francisco – 35 miles to Raceway
Fior d’Italia
(415) 98-188
Novato – 10 miles to Raceway
The Hilltop Café
(415) 892-2222
Petaluma – 20 miles to Raceway
Café Giostra
Cattlemen’s Restaurant
Giacamo’s Ristorante
Hiro’s Japanese Restaurant
J M Rosen’s Waterfront Grill
Velasco’s North of the Border
Volpi’s
(0) 4-9441
(0) 3-4114
(0) 5-100
(0) 3-2300
(0) 3-3200
(0) 3-0882
(0) 5-095
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The Official Helicopter Service
of
INFINEON RACEWAY
Avoid the traffic, fly with
Wine Country Helicopters from the
Napa County Airport to the Infineon Raceway.
Only a 7 minute flight (by reservation only)
While here experience custom
wine country tours and adventures!
Including lunch and dinner at
Julia’s Kitchen in COPIA.
We also fly directly from San Francisco,
Oakland, and Sacramento Airports to
Napa, Santa Rosa, and Infineon Raceway.
Wayne Lackey
Wine Country Helicopters
707-226-8470
[email protected]
www.winecountryhelicopters.com
MOTORSPORTS AND RV
Being a true motorsports fan means more than donning the flag of your favorite driver
and making it out to a few races each season. There is an experience to be had, a
lifestyle in which to take part. Nothing makes race day more exciting than waking
up 10 minutes from the track, with no traffic or long lines ahead of you. This kind of
convenience is only provided to those who take advantage of the nearby campgrounds,
enjoying the exhilaration of the racing experience from the comforts of their RV.
Each year, a burgeoning new crowd of motorsports fans discovers the perks of
camping in an RV at their favorite event. Who can resist the lure of watching a race in
person, with a television on hand for instant replays and a portable refrigerator stocked
full of cold refreshments?
And you don’t have to own your own RV to join in the campground community. There
are plenty of rental companies offering daily and weekly rentals of RVs. Rates vary,
depending upon the size and occupancy of the vehicle, but the average daily rate
is $120-$300, and the average weekly rate is $750-$1400. Some campgrounds
have onsite RVs to rent during the event, saving you the hassle of transporting it to
the grounds.
We’ve all heard stories about the fun and excitement of campgrounds surrounding race
day. But these stories rarely include the important details you’ll need before choosing
your pre-race camping spot. Since all campgrounds are different, you’ll need to do
a little bit of research. Contact campgrounds close to the raceway you’re visiting for
information on vacancy and prices. Spots can fill up quick, so be sure to call a few
weeks before the race. You’ll also want to ask some very important questions:
• Are electrical hookups available? If not, are generators allowed or available
for rent?
• What are the extra costs for septic pumps and fresh water fill up?
• Are there showering facilities nearby?
• Are BBQ grills allowed on the campgrounds? What types of grills are permitted?
(gas, wood, charcoal)
• How much are vehicle parking passes?
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Since its inception, RVTraderOnline has been at the forefront of reshaping the RV
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of the curve and has retained its position as the most-visited RV site on the planet. With
almost 100,000 RVs listed at any one time, when the general public thinks of RV, they
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With gas prices on the rise, many motorists are returning to diesel-powered vehicles.
Sportscoach diesel motor homes deliver more “wow” for the money than any
comparable brand. In recent years, Sportscoach has become a leading diesel motor
home brand and is the choice of NASCAR drivers Mike Wallace and Ron Hornaday, plus
Jimmie Johnson’s crew chief, Chad Knauss. From first-time diesel buyers to seasoned
RV professionals, Sportscoach stands out from the pack.
And you can heighten the thrill of owning your own RV with a number of accessories
designed to enhance your camping experiences up to and after the race. For example,
Blue Ox products allow race fans to bring it all. Whether camping with a motor home,
travel trailer, or fifth wheel Blue Ox has an option. Their carrier line allows motorcycles,
ATVs, golf carts, mobility carts and bicycles—anything you desire to make your
camping experience more enjoyable—to be transported to the track in style, without
the hassle of towing another trailer. Towing, supplemental braking and steering control
systems, weight distribution hitches, fifth wheel products, carriers and a full line of
accessories are available from Blue Ox.
Another must-have RV accessory is an awning. Located 20 minutes northwest of
Denver, Carefree of Colorado has been producing awnings and awning accessories
for over 30 years and leads the RV industry in innovations to make your race weekend
more Carefree. Easy-to-use electric awnings, manual awnings, Add-A-Rooms for
additional living space, SunBlockers to block the morning sun, Awning Mat ground
cover, Slideout awnings, and interior visors for motor homes are just a few of their
many products.
However, the most vital accessory for enjoying your RV is having insurance. Explorer
Insurance Agency, located in Cleveland, Ohio, is a specialty insurance agency focusing
on the RV lifestyle and specific insurance needs of RVers. With knowledgeable, licensed
insurance professionals that focus only on RV specialty insurance, they are able to
provide unparalleled service and counseling. Explorer represents multiple companies
that can provide an array of options tailor-made to properly insure your passion. And
they only represent companies with an A.M. Best rating of “Excellent” or higher so you
can rest assured that your insurance is through a financially sound company.
And, of course, the most important thing to keep in mind is safety. According to
Foremost Insurance Group, based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, an overloaded rig is a
leading cause of RV accidents. Even a slight overload or unequal weight distribution can
seriously restrict braking and steering, not to mention causing sudden tire blowouts.
Higher fuel consumption is another side effect of an RV that’s too heavy. Whether you’re
headed to the raceway or another exciting destination, properly loading your RV is key
to handling it safely on the road. Foremost offers the following tips:
• Remember to store heavy items low and forward, and lightweight items up higher.
• Try to balance the load between the two sides of the RV.
• Make sure all cargo inside and outside the vehicle is secure and easy to access.
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SAVING MONEY AND MAKING MONEY WITH CAMPING
Camping near to the raceway has become such and integral part of the motorsports
tailgating tradition that most travel and touring agencies now offer Auto Racing Sports
Packages. Ranging from about $1500-$3500, these packages generally include
rental of an RV and added amenities, accommodating approximately 5-7 people. Most
packages offer three- to five-night stays at a campground proximal to the raceway.
Perks of these packages extend far beyond their significant cost savings. Additional
benefits can include vehicle delivery to and from the raceway, reserved RV parking
and additional vehicle parking, free or discounted generator use, fresh water refills and
vehicle kits and personal kits for all occupants.
For RV owners who prefer the grandstands or maybe even a suite, you can actually
profit from your investment. Many rental companies offer the chance to rent out your
vehicle to responsible customers while it’s not in use. The rental company takes care of
all the necessary paperwork, while allowing you control over the whole process. Most
companies let you screen the applicants and choose who will be the lucky occupant of
your RV. How often you participate in the program is also up to you, whether it’s onetime-only or for every race.
On race day there is sure to be lots of tailgating, with burgers and hot dogs grilling
around the clock. The atmosphere is friendly and fanworthy, as people from all over the
country gather to celebrate the motorsports tradition and share the fun with their family
and friends. After the race, RVers are always the last to leave as they take their time
packing up their belongings and saying good-bye to new friends.
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How much you have to do in the weeks running up to your race trip is based
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Review your destination’s tailgating rules and any restrictions.
If traveling in a group, divide up who is bringing what (including food).
Confirm you have all the maps you’ll need.
Have your vehicle’s oil and fluids checked, tires properly inflated, etc.
Charge your cell phone the night before you leave.
Gas up your vehicle the day before you leave.
Make sure you have your driver’s license, credit cards, and race tickets
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If driving an RV check levels of tanks and pretreat water tanks.
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