Australia’s action-packed V8 Supercars will put on a show for Texans when they make their U.S. debut at the Circuit of The Americas in Austin, May 17-19.
The Circuit and series organisers have unveiled the race formats as well as the official event name and logo, with the V8 Supercars Austin 400 being raced on the 2.3-mile short track.
In what is the ultimate Australian invasion, the V8 Supercars of Ford, Holden, Nissan and Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG will contest four 100 kilometre sprints at the Austin track with the unveiling of the race formats for the weekend, consisting of two races on Saturday and Sunday, preceded by a qualifying session each morning.
The ultimate intent is showing the massive motorsport heartland of Texas what V8 Supercar racing is all about.
A large contingent of Australians is lining up to attend with Sportsnet Tour packages.
"We go out there and race hard, if it means bending a few panels here and there then so be it, I am sure fans won’t be disappointed," said four-time V8 Supercars Champion Jamie Whincup
Three-day tickets for the V8 Supercars Austin 400 start at US$69 and can be purchased at http://circuitoftheamericas.com/v8-supercars/ or www.ticketmaster.com.
Children under 12 receive free general admission tickets when accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Australian fans can access packages on offer through Sportsnet Holidays. Visit sportsnetholidays.com/v8texas
