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  1. Nathan

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    #379 Nathan, Nov 12, 2012
    The first of a series of video features showcasing in detail the major aspects of the Circuit of the Americas in Austin Texas. International motor racing announcer Jonathan Green brings us up close and personal with all facets of the Circuit of the Americas as we prepare for our first major international event — The 2012 Formula One United States Grand Prix November 16th to 18th.

    Find out what sets the Circuit of the Americas apart from the rest the world's iconic tracks. The video series looks at the track layout, the corners, the facilities, and the unique design of this state of the Art Herman Tike designed 3.41 mile track as well as the myriad of other events other than motor racing which will be a part of the future growth of COTA's brand new motor sports, music and events facility.


    [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eTqxgMmKQnI&hd=1]COTA Webisode #1 - YouTube[/ame]
     
  2. minirab

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    #380 minirab, Nov 12, 2012
    Anyone here remember F-1 at the Glen in the early 70's. You young

    folks would not have believed it!:cornut:
     
  3. Steve

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    #382 Steve, Dec 22, 2012
    Jalopnik is reporting that the COTA owners/management have decided not to allow track days and other events that involve track rental. "... officials at the circuit have canceled all rentals, club races, driver's education events and other track days for 2013." No explanation offered as of yet.

    There was a big Ferrari event there recently but clubs with track days previously secured and scheduled to occur after the first of the year are being notified of cancellations and are pissed, understandably.

    Story here: Austin’s Circuit Of The Americas Cancels Track Days, Screws Over Racing Fans Everywhere
     
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    #383 Nathan, Dec 22, 2012
    Being as I'm still on the Lone Star Region BMW CCA and Driver's Edge email lists I got those emails this morning from both lamenting the loss of the dates they had scheduled at COTA. I'm disappointed they are taking this route. Hope they get their heads out of the collective asses soon.
     
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    #384 Steve, Dec 22, 2012
    After noticing the furor they caused, the folks at COTA have attempted to calm things down with a couple announcements and explanations (sort of). Find them here.
     
  6. Redbeard

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    #385 Redbeard, Dec 22, 2012
    I wait with bated breath... Sorta. I want to run the course but I kinda figured something like this would happen. Hopefully they will change their minds down the road.

    If they do I'll own race-wheels/tires/brakes and I'll be putting more track miles on the MINI.
     
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    #386 ScottinBend, Dec 22, 2012
    ....yea...sort of :frown2:
     
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    #387 Alan, Dec 23, 2012
    Mark your calender for December 28.

    CoTA "is back on track"

    See you there!
     
  9. Redbeard

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    #388 Redbeard, Dec 23, 2012
    Or not. I've never driven with The Driver's Edge. So, I'm not an "Advanced Solo Driver". Too bad they are restricting entries.
     
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