Auto Club Speedway
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Opened in 1997, the Auto Club Speedway is located in Fontana, CA. It is an hour drive away from downtown Los Angeles and resides in San Bernardino County. Since its opening, the track has hosted at least one yearly
NASCAR
race. The D-shaped oval and length of two miles allows for fast speeds. It sits on 568 acres and consists of pedestrian bridges, corporate hospitality areas and infield concession buildings. In addition to hosting the NASCAR races, the venue also hosts the
NHRA
, fan racing experiences and the
Hard Summer Music Festival
. To experience the thrill of great car races, purchase your Auto Club Speedway tickets at StubHub.
''The Auto Club Speedway seating capacity is 122,000. The grandstand seats are situated on the front stretch of the two-mile oval as well as turns one and four. For the most excitement, seats near the start and finish line are recommended. Seats in the middle rows of the grandstands also give the best overall views.'
'On NASCAR weekend, the traffic around the Auto Club Speedway does become very congested. Metrolink often partners with the facility and provides round-trip transportation to guests for a fee.'
'On-site parking is available at the Auto Club Speedway. When tickets for races are purchased, parking permits are assigned. Permits are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and they designate where you will park for the racing event.'
'The food and drink offerings at the Auto Club Speedway include sporting event favorites. Hot dogs, nachos and burgers are some. Lemonade, beer and sandwiches are others. Most concession stands are situated underneath the grandstands. While you grab your food, you will not miss a moment of the race thanks to the television monitors set up around the area.'
'As the Auto Club Speedway is a one-hour drive from downtown Los Angeles, you can choose to spend the day exploring The Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Broad Museum and more. The Ontario Mills Mall and the Victoria Gardens are within 10 miles of the track. If you head to Orange County, you can visit Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm.'
'When you attend an Auto Club Speedway event, you can bring along the young ones. There are plenty of activities occurring before and during the race, as well as the race itself, that help keep them entertained.'
'The Auto Club Speedway is a wheelchair-friendly facility. Accessible seats throughout the grandstands are available on a first-come, first-served basis.'