Talladega Superspeedway

NASCAR still working on international date for 2025 schedule

NASCAR still working on international date for 2025 schedule

August 6, 2024
The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series playoff schedule is likely to see Talladega Superspeedway, one of NASCAR’s most intimidating tracks, move into the semifinal round, according to a tentative schedule obtained by The Athletic

United Rentals named entitlement sponsor of Xfinity playoff race at Talladega

United Rentals named entitlement sponsor of Xfinity playoff race at Talladega

July 16, 2024
United Rentals is partnering with Talladega Superspeedway for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoffs race this October, the track announced today. The NASCAR Xfinity Series United Rentals 250 will take place Saturday, October 5 at 4:00 p.m. ET as drivers will battle it

Jake Owen to headline Saturday night concert at Talladega Superspeedway

Jake Owen to headline Saturday night concert at Talladega Superspeedway

July 10, 2024
As drivers break through the postseason this fall, Talladega Superspeedway today announced that former Breakthrough Artist of the Year Jake Owen will headline the Saturday Night Concert during the upcoming NASCAR Playoffs race weekend in October

Scoring pylons recently removed at Texas and Talladega

Scoring pylons recently removed at Texas and Talladega

April 20, 2024
It appears scoring pylons might be an endangered archaic species in the modern NASCAR as the fixture has been removed in advance of consecutive race weekends at Texas Motor Speedway and Talladega Superspeedway

Mustang Dark Horse set for NASCAR pace car debut at Talladega

Mustang Dark Horse set for NASCAR pace car debut at Talladega

April 18, 2024
Fresh off a memorable 60th anniversary Mustang event in Charlotte on April 17, the 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse will make its NASCAR pace car debut this weekend at Talladega Superspeedway

Alabama Air National Guard and 187th Fighter Wing to perform flyover for GEICO 500

Alabama Air National Guard and 187th Fighter Wing to perform flyover for GEICO 500

April 3, 2024
Talladega Superspeedway announced today that the Alabama Air National Guard and the 187th Fighter Wing will perform the flyover prior to the running of the NASCAR Cup Series GEICO 500 on April 21. Fans will be in for a treat with new F-35 jets soaring across the superspeedway

GRAMMY nominated country artist Walker Hayes to perform Saturday night infield concert at Talladega Superspeedway

GRAMMY nominated country artist Walker Hayes to perform Saturday night infield concert at Talladega Superspeedway

February 28, 2024
Talladega Superspeedway announced today that GRAMMY®-nominated country artist Walker Hayes will perform the Saturday Night Infield Concert at Talladega Superspeedway during the GEICO 500 Race Weekend. The five-time ACM Awards nominee and Mobile, Alabama native will

Talladega Superspeedway unveils bold, new track logo

Talladega Superspeedway unveils bold, new track logo

February 7, 2024
Talladega Superspeedway announced and revealed its new bold and brash official logo today during a special event at the track

Buckin’ Dega presented by RTIC Outdoors returns to Talladega Superspeedway

Buckin’ Dega presented by RTIC Outdoors returns to Talladega Superspeedway

September 28, 2023
Buckin’ Dega Presented by RTIC Outdoors will get the party started this weekend as the rodeo returns to Talladega Superspeedway during the NASCAR Playoffs. The rodeo will take place from 7:30-8:45 p.m. Friday, Sep. 29, in the infield. After the rodeo is over, there

Track Laps for Charity and Talladega Garage Experience set for June 17

Track Laps for Charity and Talladega Garage Experience set for June 17

June 9, 2023
Talladega Superspeedway will host Track Laps for Charity along with the Talladega Garage Experience Presented by Coolray Open House on Saturday, June 17 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. For $50, you can drive your personal vehicle around the high-banked, 2.66-mile superspeedway

HARDY to headline concert at Talladega in the fall

HARDY to headline concert at Talladega in the fall

May 15, 2023
Country-rock heavy hitter HARDY will headline Talladega Superspeedway’s Fall Saturday Night Concert Presented by Cabo Wabo© Tequila, the track announced today. The five-time ACM Award winner and reigning AIMP and BMI Country Songwriter of the Year will have fans amped

Bobby Allison, Donnie Allison, and Red Farmer to serve as Grand Marshals at Talladega

Bobby Allison, Donnie Allison, and Red Farmer to serve as Grand Marshals at Talladega

April 19, 2023
Talladega Superspeedway announced today that original “Alabama Gang” members Bobby Allison, Donnie Allison, and Red Farmer will serve as the Grand Marshals and will give the command to fire engines for the GEICO 500 this Sunday, April 23

UAB Medicine named the Official Medical Provider for Talladega Superspeedway UAB Medicine and Talladega enter a three-year partnership providing care for competitors and fans

UAB Medicine named the Official Medical Provider for Talladega Superspeedway UAB Medicine and Talladega enter a three-year partnership providing care for competitors and fans

April 14, 2023
UAB Medicine has been named the Official Medical Provider for Talladega Superspeedway. Alabama’s largest hospital — and only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I Adult Trauma Center — will provide award-winning medical services to NASCAR’s biggest track, the

Ryan Blaney to be Inducted into Talladega Walk of Fame at Davey Allison Memorial Park

Ryan Blaney to be Inducted into Talladega Walk of Fame at Davey Allison Memorial Park

April 13, 2023
Former GEICO 500 winner Ryan Blaney will be inducted into the Talladega Walk of Fame at Davey Allison Memorial Park on Friday, April 21. The Induction Ceremony and Block Party will take place from 5 p.m.- 9 p.m. CDT and will be served as a kick-off to Talladega Superspeedway

Talladega Superspeedway hosts Track Laps for Charity and Talladega Garage Experience open house

Talladega Superspeedway hosts Track Laps for Charity and Talladega Garage Experience open house

March 30, 2023
With just a few weeks left before NASCAR heads to Talladega Superspeedway, fans will have the opportunity to drive around the same track as their favorite drivers with the return of Track Laps for Charity on Saturday, April 1, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Pre-registration

Cole Swindell performing Saturday night infield concert at Talladega

Cole Swindell performing Saturday night infield concert at Talladega

March 14, 2023
Longtime NASCAR fan and GRAMMY-nominated superstar Cole Swindell will headline Talladega Superspeedway’s Saturday Night Infield Concert Presented by Cabo Wabo Tequila, the track announced today. The multi-Platinum singer-songwriter will rock out with the fans for an

Love’s RV Stops to sponsor NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Talladega Superspeedway

Love’s RV Stops to sponsor NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Talladega Superspeedway

February 7, 2023
Talladega Superspeedway welcomes a new name to fall playoff weekend, announcing today that Love’s RV Stops, an amenity offered by Love’s Travel Stops, will sponsor the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race in late September

Talladega honored with three awards during NASCAR Safety and Operations Summit

Talladega honored with three awards during NASCAR Safety and Operations Summit

January 13, 2023
Talladega Superspeedway, NASCAR’s Most Competitive and fan-friendly track, were honored this week with three coveted awards during the annual NASCAR Safety and Operations Summit in Concord, NC

The Coolest Entertainment Venue in Sports has a new Name – The Talladega Garage Experience Presented By Coolray at Talladega Superspeedway

The Coolest Entertainment Venue in Sports has a new Name – The Talladega Garage Experience Presented By Coolray at Talladega Superspeedway

January 11, 2023
Sports’ coolest, most entertaining, and unique destination has a new name – the Talladega Garage Experience Presented By Coolray at iconic Talladega Superspeedway

Tito’s Handmade Vodka donating $5,000 to Vet Tix for tickets to spring Talladega race

Tito’s Handmade Vodka donating $5,000 to Vet Tix for tickets to spring Talladega race

January 8, 2023
Tito’s Handmade Vodka, a proud partner of Talladega Superspeedway and the Talladega Garage Experience at the 2.66-mile venue, is giving $5,000 to Vet Tix to bring veterans to the track’s GEICO 500 on Sunday, April 23

Track Stats & Links

Construction began on what was then known as the Alabama International Motor Speedway on May 23, 1968
The first NASCAR Sprint Cup race was held on Sept. 14, 1969 – won by Richard Brickhouse
The name changed to Talladega Superspeedway in 1989formerly known as Alabama International Motor Speedway

Track Specs:
Superspeedway: 2.66-mile trioval 48 feet wide (12-foot apron)
Turns: Banking: 33 degrees Length: 3,750 feet Radius: 1,100 feet
Trioval: Banking: 18 degrees
Frontstretch: Chute length: 2,150 feet (from turn to middle of trioval);
Total length: 4,300 feet Banking: Minimal for drainage only
Backstretch: Length: 4,000 feet Banking: Minimal for drainage only
Seats: 78,000 [was 78,000 was 109,000, 143,231} with 30 suites

Pit Stalls:
Length: 30 feet
Width: 17 feet

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Track Stats – Racing-reference.info