Sonoma Raceway
Race CircuitSonoma, United States
Sonoma Raceway (formerly known by various names) is an auto racing complex in Sonoma, California. The complex features multiple layouts, including various road course layouts and a drag strip. The facility has hosted various major events since its opening in 1969, including IndyCar, NASCAR, and NHRA events. Sonoma Raceway is owned by Speedway Motorsports, LLC (SMI) and led by track general manager Brian Flynn. Originally opening in 1969, the track was built to be part of a large resort complex, but the plans were quickly abandoned. After the sale of the facility to film company Filmways within the year, it shortly thereafter fell into deep financial trouble. After three years of abandonment, numerous track operators attempted to reverse its financial troubles with little success until the start of the 1980s. In 1981, Jack Williams bought the track and was able to make the facility financially stable. The track's recovery continued under the leadership of Skip Berg, who took control of the facility in 1986, making several renovations. In 1996, Speedway Motorsports bought the facility from Berg and continued expanding it, primarily with a multi-year project in the early 2000s.
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Sonoma Raceway (formerly known by various names) is an auto racing complex in Sonoma, California. The complex features multiple layouts, including various road course layouts and a drag strip. The facility has hosted various major events since its opening in 1969, including IndyCar, NASCAR, and NHRA events. Sonoma Raceway is owned by Speedway Motorsports, LLC (SMI) and led by track general manager Brian Flynn. Originally opening in 1969, the track was built to be part of a large resort complex, but the plans were quickly abandoned. After the sale of the facility to film company Filmways within the year, it shortly thereafter fell into deep financial trouble. After three years of abandonment, numerous track operators attempted to reverse its financial troubles with little success until the start of the 1980s. In 1981, Jack Williams bought the track and was able to make the facility financially stable. The track's recovery continued under the leadership of Skip Berg, who took control of the facility in 1986, making several renovations. In 1996, Speedway Motorsports bought the facility from Berg and continued expanding it, primarily with a multi-year project in the early 2000s.