What is Infineon? been asked by some readers what the Infineon in Infineon Raceway means? from their website: Infineon Technologies focuses on the three central challenges facing modern society: Energy Efficiency, Communications and Security and offers semiconductors and system solutions for automotive and industrial electronics, chip card and security applications as well as applications in communications. Infineon’s products stand out for their reliability, their quality excellence and their innovative and leading-edge technology in analog and mixed signal, RF and power as well as embedded control. With a global presence, Infineon operates through its subsidiaries in the USA from Milpitas, California, in the Asia-Pacific region from Singapore, and in Japan from Tokyo. See more at Infineon.com.(6-20-2009)
Track Name: was know as Sears Point Raceway until June 22, 2002 when Infineon bought the track naming rights and changed it to Infineon Raceway.(6-22-2002)
Six Current Race Tracks Johnson has never won: There are six current race tracks the Sprint Cup Series runs on that #48-Jimmie Johnson has not won at [a Sprint Cup race], plus Johnson ran five races at Rockingham and didn't win:
Bristol: 0 for 16 with a best finish of 3rd in 8/2004 and 3/2009
Michigan: 0 for 16 with a best finish of 3rd in 8/2007
Infineon: 0 for 8 with a best finish of 4th in 6/2009
Chicago: 0 for 8 with a best finish of 2nd in 7/2004 & 7/2008
Watkins Glen: 0 for 8 with a best finish of 3rd in 8/2007
Homestead: 0 for 9 with a best finish of 2nd in 11/2004.(11-22-2009)
Infineon Tickets Set to Go On-Sale today: Infineon Raceway has turned Friday the 13th into a lucky day for race fans, as tickets for the 2010 Big O Tires Racing Season go on-sale to the public on Friday at 8:30am/pt. Whether it's the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (June 18-20), NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series (July 16-18), IZOD IndyCar Series (Aug. 20-22), motorcycles (May 14-16), or more, fans can reserve their favorite spot at the Sonoma Valley facility for 2010. The raceway has also partnered with 2009 Sonoma NASCAR winner Kasey Kahne on the Kasey's Korner ticket package for the Toyota/Save Mart 350. For a complete list of ticket offerings or to purchase tickets, visit www.infineonraceway.com or call 800-870-RACE.(Infineon Raceway)(11-13-2009)
Napa’s Goines Enjoys Ride of Lifetime at Infineon: Napa’s Howard Goines took the ride of a lifetime on Friday at Infineon Raceway. Goines, who is 88 and battling prostate and bone cancer, piloted his newly-restored 1929 Model A Ford around the world-famous road course, marking the first time he has been behind the wheel in six months. “I never thought this would happen. To be able to drive around the track three times, that’s a lifetime memory,” said Goines, a Bay Area resident for more than 65 years. “The doctor said I couldn’t drive, but I guess I proved him wrong.” Goines began restoring the Model A three years ago, but was unable to finish the project because of illness. Good friends Larry Aldrich, Jerry Belden, Ken Midile, George Smith, Randy Stegman and his grandson, Jordan Heath, completed the restoration. Once complete, Heath decided to contact Infineon Raceway to see if his grandfather could tour the road course. It was a total surprise for Goines, as he came through the front gate at Infineon Raceway on Friday morning. “I’ve been around these cars for 45 years, and it was really nice to get out here on the track and see what it’s like,” said Goines, who has restored more than 10 Ford Model A machines over the years. “I can’t believe my grandson helped set this up. What a great surprise.” In all, four of Goines’ restored Model As paraded around the track, driven by friends and family. More than 15 people also came out to watch Goines fulfill his dream. It was truly an emotional day. “My grandfather taught me how to drive a stick shift in a Model A when I was younger, so to be here with him and ride around the track with him was really special,” Heath said. Goines, who was born in Spiro, Okla., served in the Army-Air Force and spent most of his professional career as an iron worker and finally at Dymo Industries. He has been married to his wife, Elsie, for 67 years.(Infineon Raceway)(11-6-2009)
- Air Show Takes Center Stage on Sunday at Infineon:
* Airshows America's Patriots Jet Team Air Show: Pre-race festivities kick off with the Patriots Jet Team Air Show which will bring the sky to life with their show, which is performed in four 1983 L-39 Ex-Military Jets. The show will feature 25 minutes of beautifully choreographed maneuvers, including diamond formation loops and rolls.
* Red Bull Helicopter Stunt Show: Check out the Red Bull helicopter stunt show performed by Charles "Chuck" P. Aaron, the only pilot licensed in the United States by the Federal Aviation Administration. Watch as he performs loops, barrel rolls and back flips in a BO-105 CBS helicopter.
* Red Bull Sky Diving Team: You won't want to miss the Red Bull Sky Diving Team as it demonstrates "Free Flying" from 10,000 feet above Infineon Raceway. The Red Bull team travels world-wide performing different skydiving maneuvers.
* Patriotic Parachute Team: The Patriotic Parachute Team is comprised of dedicated men and women from all branches of the Armed Forces.
* Military Fly-bys: Keep your eyes glued to the sky immediately following the national anthem for thrilling military fly-bys.
* US Army Cannon Salute Following National Anthem, Army Cannon Salute Provided by the 75th Division Salute Batter from Camp Parks Dublin, CA
For more information on the Toyota/Save Mart 350 or to purchase tickets, call 800-870-RACE or visit www.infineonraceway.com.(Infineon Raceway)(6-20-2009)
- Oakland Police Officers Honored During Race Weekend: Four motorcycle officers from the Oakland Police Department will lead the 43-car field around the road course prior to the start of the Toyota/Save Mart 350. This will serve as a salute to the four officers from the Oakland Police Department who lost their lives in the line of duty in March: Sgts. Ervin Romans, Daniel Sakai and Mark Dunakin and Officer John Hege. The Oakland Police Department will also have a booth at race weekend with donations going to the families of the four officers. For more information on the Toyota/Save Mart 350 or to purchase tickets, call 800-870-RACE or visit www.infineonraceway.com.(Infineon Raceway)(6-20-2009)
- Toyota Camry Hybrid Ready to Pace Toyota/Save Mart 350: For the first time in history at a NASCAR road course, a Camry hybrid will lead the 43-car Sprint Cup Series starting field to the green flag for the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Infineon Raceway, June 19-21.
The Toyota Camry Hybrid pace car made its NASCAR Sprint Cup Series debut at Lowe’s Motor Speedway last month when it became the first hybrid vehicle to serve as the ‘official’ pace car for an entire race. Before being approved to serve as the pace car, the Camry Hybrid had to pass a NASCAR-mandated performance test at Lowe’s Motor Speedway, a one-and-a-half-mile oval located in Charlotte, N.C. In order to qualify as a pace car, the vehicle was required to reach speeds close to 100 miles per hour from a stand-by position near the exit of pit road to the time it reaches the exit of turn two, a distance of approximately one-quarter-mile. For more information on the Toyota/Save Mart 350 or to purchase tickets, call 800-870-RACE or visit www.infineonraceway.com.(Infineon Raceway)(6-19-2009)
- U.S. Coast Guard, UPS, David Ragan Provide Ceremonial Delivery of Trophy: Infineon Raceway received a special delivery on Wednesday, thanks to UPS and the United States Coast Guard Air Station San Francisco, the “Guardians of the Golden Gate.” The Coast Guard arranged for safe delivery of the winner’s trophy for this weekend’s Toyota/Save Mart 350 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race. A Coast Guard MH65C Dolphin helicopter, departing from an unknown location in the Bay Area, landed on the road course on Turn 11 with the trophy safely stored. From there, two raceway handlers, dressed in black suits and wearing white gloves, and David Ragan, driver of the #6 UPS Ford, carried the trophy to an awaiting UPS Truck. The truck then drove to the Wine Country Winner’s Circle, where the two handlers and Ragan safely placed the trophy on a wine barrel after walking a red carpet. Mission accomplished. The Coast Guard will return on Sunday as part of the ceremonial fly-by moments before the green flag is dropped on the Toyota/Save Mart 350.(Infineon Raceway)(6-18-2009)
- Infineon Raceway Goes “Green” for NASCAR Weekend: The Toyota/Save Mart 350 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series weekend at Infineon Raceway, June 19-21, will definitely have a “green” feel to it this year. The raceway has featured a comprehensive recycling program since 2004, but the Sonoma Valley facility has taken things to a new level in 2009 with a number of initiatives. Below is an outline of the efforts for the 2009 race season at Infineon Raceway, including the Toyota/Save Mart 350 on Father’s Day weekend:
Recycling Since 2004, Infineon Raceway has recycled more than 73 tons (147,524 pounds) of materials. The tonnage equates to slightly more than the total weight of a full NASCAR Sprint Cup Series starting field – 43 stock cars. The raceway has been recognized by the State of California Department, Division of Recycling for its recycling efforts. Infineon Raceway also works with Safety-Kleen at its NASCAR and NHRA events to recycle used oil products. Safety-Kleen refines approximately 180,000,000 gallons of used motor oil each year.
Mowing Green Nearly 3,000 sheep will continue to call Infineon Raceway home in 2009. They will provide an invaluable service, helping to maintain the grasses and fire lanes around the facility. The raceway formed a relationship with Rocky Mountain Wooly Weeders in 2008, which provides the sheep. The sheep live on property full-time and are tended by two shepherds.
Clean Green Clean facilities are very important at Infineon Raceway, and to that end, 90-percent of the janitorial products we use in 2009 will be environmentally-friendly.
Water Conservation Infineon Raceway will continue to conserve and reduce its demand for water in 2009:
* Waterless urinals in restrooms, which reduce water consumption by 36%.
* The raceway is home to an independent water system and sewage treatment plant. The raceway is not dependent on the county or city for its water needs.
* All landscaping is watered with recycled and reclaimed water.
Rubber to Roads The raceway will send old tires to be recycled in 2009 so that they can be used to help create rubber-based asphalt, playground padding and other purposes.
Cardboard Recycling Using its own cardboard baler, Infineon Raceway will recycle more than 3,000 pounds of cardboard each month in 2009. These efforts will help greatly to reduce the number of debris boxes sent to landfills.
Owls Welcome Infineon Raceway will feature 15 owl boxes around its property in 2009 to encourage the birds to nest and hunt for gophers and other rodents around the facility. One family of Barn Owls can eat 30-to-40 rodents a night, which helps the raceway eliminate the need for pesticides and other poisons in controlling pests.(Infineon Raceway)(6-18-2009)
- Oakland Police Department Officers Honored at Infineon: Infineon Raceway will honor four fallen officers from the Oakland Police Department with a very special tribute at the Toyota/Save Mart 350 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series weekend, June 19-21. Four motorcycle units from the Oakland Police Department will lead the 43-car field around the 10-turn, 1.99-mile road course prior to the start of the Toyota/Save Mart 350 on Sunday, June 21. The police department's Davina Kelly will also sing the national anthem on Sunday. Finally, the Oakland Police Department will have a booth in the main paddock over the weekend, with all donations going to the families of the four fallen officers. The four officers who lost their lives in the line of duty in March were: Sgts. Ervin Romans, Daniel Sakai and Mark Dunakin and Officer John Hege.(Infineon Raceway PR)(6-16-2009)
- Post-Race Track Walk at Infineon Raceway: Race fans are invited to participate in the 4th annual Track Walk at Infineon Raceway once the checkered flag drops on the Toyota/Save Mart 350 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race, June 21. An added bonus is a massive scavenger hunt for blue-and-gold specially-marked lug nuts that will be hidden on the road course. Fans can enter the track from six locations around the road course: the north end of the Main Grandstand; Turn 1; Turn 2 hospitality area; Turn 7; Turn 9 (at the south end of the terrace); and Turn 11. Track officials will drop the lug nuts around the track prior to opening the gates for the Track Walk, and the people who find those lug nuts will be treated to great prizes, including a big-screen TV, Save Mart Supermarkets gift certificate and 2010 Toyota/Save Mart 350 race tickets. Fans can redeem the specially marked lug nut at the Ticket Pit Stop located behind the main grandstand. The Track Walk is free, but the raceway encourages participants to pre-register at the Speedway Children's Charities booth located next to the Ticket Pit Stop. Fans are also encouraged to make a voluntary contribution to Speedway Children's Charities, the charitable arm of Infineon Raceway. The charity benefits youth groups in Sonoma County and has distributed more than $3 million since 2002.(Infineon Raceway PR)(6-15-2009)
- Papis to Headline NASCAR Day in Sacramento on June 6: #13-Max Papis will headline the festivities on Saturday, June 6, as the 5th annual NASCAR Day in Sacramento returns to the State Capitol. In just four years, this has developed into one of the biggest celebrations leading up to the Toyota/Save Mart 350 Sprint Cup Series weekend at Infineon Raceway, June 19-21. Papis will be on hand for a Q&A with race fans, as well as to sign autographs. The day will also include a drive of NASCAR stock cars around the streets of Sacramento under a full escort. The event will also feature music, interactive displays, special ticket offers for the big race weekend, face painting and a bounce house for children. The day spans from 11am-2pm and is FREE to the public. For more information about this event, be sure to visit www.infineonraceway.com or call 800-870-RACE.(Infineon Raceway)(6-3-2009)
- Legendary Raiders QB Stabler, Grand Marshal at Sonoma: Legendary Oakland Raiders quarterback Ken Stabler has been named Grand Marshal of the Toyota/Save Mart 350 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series weekend, June 19-21, at Infineon Raceway.
Stabler, who guided the Raiders to their first Super Bowl victory in 1977, will be honored at the Children’s Champions Grand Marshal’s Banquet on Friday, June 19, at beautiful Cline Cellars in Sonoma. The gala is a fundraiser for the Sonoma Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities. He will also take part in pre-race activities on race day, June 21 (Father’s Day), including participating in the official command of, “Gentlemen, Start Your Engines.”
"I’m very honored to serve as the Grand Marshal of the Toyota/Save Mart 350 NASCAR Sprint Cup weekend at Infineon Raceway. It will be great fun to be back in Northern California with good friends and great fans," said Stabler, an avid NASCAR fan who resides in Alabama.
“Ken Stabler is one of the Bay Area’s all-time sports heroes, not just for his achievements on the field, but also as one of the defining personalities on a legendary football team,” said Steve Page, president and general manager of Infineon Raceway. “He’ll give a terrific spark to our NASCAR festivities and we look forward to having him join us for the weekend.” Stabler will also be an interested spectator for the Bennett Lane Winery 200, presented by Supercuts, NASCAR Camping World West Series race on Saturday, June 20. DenBeste Motorsports & Biagi Brothers will enter the Silver & Black car, dedicated to Stabler's legendary Raider career. It is fitting that this year the Oakland Raiders celebrate their 50th anniversary in professional football. "Were very excited to be participating in the Bennett Lane Winery 200 on Saturday,” Stabler said. “I have been a huge race fan my entire life and especially to be here as Grand Marshal at Infineon and have a car competing in the race on Saturday is going to be a real thrill and I’m looking forward to a big weekend of fun.” In his 10 years with the Raiders, the left-handed Stabler's honors include: 1974 NFL MVP; Super Bowl XI Champion; four-time Pro Bowler (1973, 1974, 1976, 1977); the NFL 1970's All-Decade Team; and 1976 Bert Bell Award for NFL Player of the Year. Tickets are available for the Toyota/Save Mart 350, June 19-21. Call 800-870-RACE or visit www.infineonraceway.com.(Infineon Raceway)(5-20-2009)
- Infineon Raceway, Jimmie Johnson Combine on ‘48 Special’ Ticket Offer: Infineon Raceway and three-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion and California native Jimmie Johnson have joined forces on a special ticket offer for the Toyota/Save Mart 350 on Sunday, June 21. The “48 Special” will not only get fans a great ticket to the race, which falls on Father’s Day, they will also get an exclusive chalk-talk session with Johnson on Thursday, April 16, at Infineon Raceway. The raceway and Johnson have combined on this package to thank the great fans that have supported NASCAR Cup racing in the Sonoma Valley for more than 20 years. The raceway has targeted 480 seats in Turn 7 that will be sold for $48.48 as part of the “48 Special.” The seats in rows 4-8 will be located in the hillside terraces at Turn 7, which is a prime passing spot on the road course. The $48.48 ticket is a 50-percent savings over the regular price.
All race fans that purchase the “48 Special” between today and April 15 will get an exclusive chalk-talk session with Johnson on Thursday, April 16, at the raceway. The session will take place in the terraces at Turn 7, giving race fans an up-close look at their seats for the big race on Father’s Day in June. There will also be a raffle featuring Johnson memorabilia. To purchase the “48 Special” in time to take part in the chalk-talk session with Johnson, call 800-870-RACE today or visit www.infineonraceway.com.(Infineon Raceway PR)(4-5-2009)
- Infineon Raceway Launches Little Racer’s Club in 2009: Infineon Raceway has always been kid-friendly, but beginning in 2009, youngsters will have a place to call their own with the debut of the Little Racer’s Club. The Little Racer’s Club is dedicated to Infineon Raceway’s youngest fans, and you can sign-up for the program at www.infineonraceway.com/littleracers. For a $15 one-time membership fee, young race fans (12 and under) will receive an official membership card, a backpack featuring the Infineon Raceway and Little Racer’s Club logos, as well as other great benefits, including:
* FREE ticket to Saturday of the Toyota/Save Mart 350 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series weekend, June 20 ($10 value).
* FREE tickets to other Infineon Raceway events.
* FREE child’s ticket to a Sacramento River Cats game at Raley Field ($9 value). The River Cats are the AAA affiliate of the Oakland A’s.
* Monthly e-letter designed for kids.
* Birthday card sent to your home for the big day.
* Interactive elements on the Web-site.
* Kids photo gallery.
* More!
(Infineon Raceway PR)(4-2-2009)
- Infineon Raceway Donates $5,000: Infineon Raceway will step up to the plate to help the North Vallejo Little League, which was vandalized by burglars recently. The raceway will donate $5,000 to cover the cost of the equipment, uniforms and computers stolen during the robbery. The monies for the donation will come from a 3J’s Motorcycle Track Days charity event to be held at Infineon Raceway on April 22. Vallejo is located approximately 10 miles west of Infineon Raceway. “I heard about this on the way to work on the radio, and I couldn’t believe someone would do this to kids,” said Jere Starks, vice president of facilities at Infineon Raceway and a founder 3J’s Motorcycle Track Days. “We just felt like we had to do something, especially with Vallejo being so close to the raceway. We thought 3J’s would be the perfect way to raise money. I’m just so glad we were able to help the kids.” Thieves broke into the league’s concessions and storage building and stole all of the uniforms and equipment, as well as $600 worth of candy. The burglars also ransacked the building and left behind broken computer equipment and trophies. There have been 13 3J’s Motorcycle Track Days at Infineon Raceway over the last five years. It gives motorcycle riders a chance to ride the world-famous road course, with all proceeds going to charity.(Infineon Raceway PR)(3-18-2009)
- Drivers to Conduct Fan Forums at Speedway Motorsports Races: NASCAR drivers and Speedway Motorsports are teaming up to bring fans closer to their favorite drivers than ever before. The new "PRN Up To SPEED" program will bring NASCAR's top names out for fan forums at the SPEED Stage during each of the 13 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race weekends at Speedway Motorsports' seven speedways across the country. The Performance Racing Network's on-air personalities will emcee question-and-answer sessions with some of the sport's biggest personalities at the SPEED Stage leading up to SPEED's regularly scheduled weekend programming.
"PRN Up To SPEED" will kick off Sunday at 9:30am/et, at the SPEED Stage located in the Las Vegas Motor Speedway midway. The stellar lineup will include Las Vegas-native Kyle Busch, legendary NASCAR team owner Richard Childress, and four-time NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Jeff Gordon. Each Speedway Motorsports track [Atlanta, Bristol, Infineon, Las Vegas, Lowe's, New Hampshire, Texas] that hosts a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race will hold "PRN Up To SPEED" sessions during their respective race weekend. The location of the SPEED Stage may vary from track to track, but at all Speedway Motorsports facilities, the stage is always located in an area where access is free of charge for fans.(SMI PR)(3-1-2009)
- Race Fans Get Rare Chance to Greet Daytona 500 Winner in San Francisco: Race fans are invited to Willie Mays Plaza at AT&T Park in San Francisco on Wednesday, Feb. 18, for a midday rally with the winner of the 2009 Daytona 500. For the first time ever, the winner of the Great American Race will come to San Francisco to meet with race fans, as well as take a Victory Tour Through the Streets of San Francisco, all courtesy of Infineon Raceway and NASCAR. The appearance marks the Official Countdown to the Toyota/Save Mart 350 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series weekend at Infineon Raceway, June 19-21 (Father’s Day weekend). The Victory Tour on Feb. 18 will take place on a motorized cable car and begin at Vista Point at the north end of the Golden Gate Bridge. The cable car will cross the historic bridge before winding through the streets of San Francisco, with stops at Fisherman’s Wharf and Ghirardelli Square, two of San Francisco’s most well-known areas. The Daytona 500 winner will enjoy a seafood cocktail at Fisherman’s Wharf and be presented with a basket of chocolate bars at Ghirardelli Square, commemorating his historic win in Daytona. The Tour will eventually wind up at Willie Mays Plaza at AT&T Park, home of the San Francisco Giants. The winner will greet the great race fans of Northern California, as well as take part in a press conference that will be open to the public. The Victory Tour will begin at the north end of the Golden Gate Bridge (Vista Point) at approximately noon (PT), and plans are to arrive at Willie Mays Plaza at around 12:30 p.m. for the midday rally. Race tickets to the Toyota/Save Mart 350 will be available at the rally, including special packages featuring drivers Kevin Harvick, Kasey Kahne and Kurt Busch. More info at www.infineonraceway.com.(PR)(2-13-2009)
- Infineon Raceway Goes “Green” to Help the Environment in 2009: Infineon Raceway has featured a comprehensive recycling program since 2004, but the Sonoma Valley facility will take things to the next level in 2009 with its “Go Green” campaign.
The raceway is committed to being environmentally friendly, and, to reach that goal, will spearhead initiatives befitting a responsible member of the global community. What follows is an outline of the “Go Green” efforts planned for the 2009 race season at Infineon Raceway:
Recycling: Since 2004, Infineon Raceway has recycled more than 73 tons (147,524 pounds) of materials. The tonnage equates to slightly more than the total weight of a full NASCAR Sprint Cup Series starting field – 43 stock cars. The raceway is the only motor-sports facility in the country with a comprehensive recycling program, and has been recognized by the State of California Department, Division of Recycling for its recycling efforts. Infineon Raceway also works with Safety-Kleen to recycle used oil products at its NASCAR and NHRA events. Safety-Kleen refines approximately 180,000,000 gallons of used motor oil each year.
Mowing Green: Nearly 3,000 sheep will continue to call Infineon Raceway home in 2009. They will provide an invaluable service, helping to maintain the grasses and fire lanes around the facility. The raceway formed a relationship with Rocky Mountain Wooly Weeders in 2008, which provides the sheep. The sheep live on property full-time and are tended by two shepherds.
Clean Green: Clean facilities are very important at Infineon Raceway, and to that end, 90-percent of the janitorial products we use in 2009 will be environmentally-friendly.
Water Conservation: Infineon Raceway will continue to conserve and reduce its demand for water in 2009:
* Waterless urinals in restrooms, which reduce our water consumption by 36-percent.
* The raceway is home to an independent water system and sewage treatment plant. The raceway is not dependent on the county or city for its water needs.
* All landscaping is watered with recycled and reclaimed water.
Rubber to Roads: The raceway will send old tires to be recycled in 2009 so that they can be used to help create rubber-based asphalt, playground padding and other purposes.
Cardboard Recycling: Using its own cardboard baler, Infineon Raceway will recycle more than 3,000 pounds of cardboard each month in 2009. These efforts will help greatly to reduce the number of debris boxes sent to landfills.
Hybrid Toyotas: More than 29% of Infineon Raceway’s fleet of 2009 Toyota vehicles are powered by Hybrid engines.
Owls Welcome: Infineon Raceway will feature 15 owl boxes around its property in 2009 to encourage the birds to nest and hunt for gophers and other rodents around the facility. One family of Barn Owls can eat 30-to-40 rodents a night, which helps the raceway eliminate the need for pesticides and other poisons in controlling pests.(Infineon Raceway PR)(2-3-2009)
- Infineon Raceway Tix Go On Sale Dec. 1: Be sure and mark Dec. 1 on your calendar as Infineon Raceway opens its ticket booth for the 2009 Big O Tires Racing Season. Tickets will be available for all of the major events, including the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series, IndyCar Series, AMA motorcycles and more. The raceway will also boast increased access with the all-new Platinum Pass at NASCAR, NHRA and IndyCar, as well as air shows, autograph sessions, live music, Track Talk with top drivers, and more. It's more than just a race when you come to Infineon Raceway! Plus, parking is always FREE and children 12 and under are FREE on select event weekends. Call 800-870-RACE for tickets beginning Dec. 1 or see infineonraceway.com.(11-30-2008)
- Infineon Raceway Recycles More Than 17 Tons: Infineon Raceway has reaffirmed its position as the recycling leader in the motor-sports industry, collecting more than 17 tons of recyclable materials at its major events during the 2008 racing season. In all, the raceway collected 34,568 pounds of materials at its NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, NHRA POWERade Drag Racing Series, IndyCar® Series and AMA Superbike Series event weekends. That brings the total to more than 73 tons (147,524 pounds) of recyclable materials since the inception of the program in 2004. The tonnage equates to slightly more than the total weight of a full NASCAR Sprint Cup Series starting field – 43 stock cars.
The breakdown for the 2008 motor-racing season included:
· 18,928 pounds of glass (35,768 glass bottles)
· 13,366 pounds of plastic bottles (179,639 plastic bottles)
· 2,274 pounds of aluminum cans (66,628 cans)
· Total: 34,568 pounds (282,035 beverage containers)
George Mutter, owner of Environmental Event Management Group, based in San Diego, has managed the program at Infineon Raceway since its inception in 2004 and has 27 years of experience in the recycling business. “This year was really one of our best yet. We added about 20-percent more recycling containers to the facility, and we had additional staff collecting the recycling to help be sure we’re getting as much material as possible,” said Mutter. “We collected about 10-percent more than we did last year, which is a great improvement. Anheuser-Busch still supports us with bins and recycling bags, and they’re a great, positive partner on this program.”
In addition, Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc., which is headquartered in Texas, provides oil recycling and re-refining services to Infineon Raceway, as well as 64 other racetracks/drag strips around the country. Everything that Safety-Kleen collects during an event at Infineon Raceway during its NASCAR, IndyCar and NHRA events, such as motor oil, gasoline or antifreeze, is eventually put back into a usable product. Safety-Kleen makes green work. "The Green movement is not new to us. We've been Green since 1968, when the company started,” said Drew Patey, motorsports manager for Safety-Kleen. “We’re proud to refine over 300 million gallons of used oil a year.”(Infineon Raceway PR)(11-21-2008)
