Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca’s fans have been requesting more
on-track action for the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion and
for the 2010 event, 19 race groups will show off the world’s
finest historic race cars. The paddock space has been re-designed
for greater efficiency to accommodate the increased number of
race groups and participants. An additional day of practice has
been added, treating fans to four days of racing starting
Thursday, August 12 and ending Sunday evening August 15.
Yamaha Motor Corporation U.S.A. is proud to present the third and
final installment of the Ben Spies and Eddie Lawson interview
series. In part three Ben and Eddie discuss training to win, the
team and support, riding a 500cc GP bike and one last good story
from the old days.
Check out Ychampions.com for part one, two and three of the
series.
Bicycle enthusiasts are discovering what motorsports enthusiasts
worldwide have known for over 50 years: the 11-turn circuit at
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca is not only challenging, but the
perfect place to pedal, climb and descend safely on two wheels.
For motorsports fans, being close to the action sometimes is not
close enough. But for fans attending the Rolex Monterey
Motorsports Reunion, the all-new “Rev Limiter Zone” provides
enthusiasts with unprecedented access to the race track – just
feet away from Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca’s high-speed
start/finish straight.
A limited number of “Rev Limiter Zone” passes are now available
for fans with General Admission tickets. The upgraded passes are
$25 and are valid for the ticketed days from August 13-15.
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca has had a long standing partnership
with The Patrón Spirits Company, including Tequila Patron’s
involvement since 2008 as the presenting sponsor for the American
Le Mans Series Monterey.
Today, the American Le Mans Series and The Patrón Spirits Company
took it one step further as the Series announced a multi-year
agreement for Tequila Patrón to become the Series presenting
sponsor of the world’s premier sports car series.
The Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion enters a new dawn of
historic racing by honoring one of the true legends of
motorsports- Dan Gurney – the Cars He Built, the Cars He Drove -
August 12-15 at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca.
“We are proud that Dan has accepted our invitation to be our
first featured guest at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion,”
said Gill Campbell, CEO/general manager of Mazda Raceway Laguna
Seca.
Öhlins USA is sponsoring the Miatas at Mazda Raceway event, with
a super-suspension grand prize available to all entrants. Taking
place at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, April 10-11, just outside
beautiful Monterey, California, this is slated to be a huge event
for Miata drivers.
JaguarRSR’s first race in the American Le Mans was at Mazda
Raceway Laguna Seca this past October. The team will return in
May for the circuit’s season opener, the American Le Mans Series
Monterey presented by Patrón, May 21-23. This event will be the
last appearance for the team before it travels to the prestigious
Le Mans 24 Hours in June.
Bicycle enthusiasts have discovered what motorsports enthusiasts
worldwide have known for over 50 years: the 11-turn circuit at
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca is not only challenging, but the
perfect place to pedal, climb and descend safely. Where else can
a rider go to experience a perfectly maintained road surface, and
not have to worry about cars, road hazards and pedestrians?
Automobile enthusiasts worldwide will have more to look forward
to and experience at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca as officials
announced that the Pre-Reunion on August 7- 8, 2010, which is
normally closed to the public will be open to spectators.
The Pre-Reunion is a relaxed weekend for the competitors to
prepare for their Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion races. The
drivers get valuable track time to shake down their cars, test
tires, and car set-up and have fun with their fellow competitors.
The inaugural “LeoVince Movie Night” competition has begun as
LeoVince USA has created a contest for aspiring filmmakers who
love motorcycles. The best short film submitted by the May 31st
deadline, will win its creative staff, maximum of two people,
airfare, hotel and tickets to the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix at
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. In addition, the winners will be
on hand both Friday and Saturday night to premiere their film
publicly for the first time, before the feature movie is shown.
What better way to say “I love you” than with a box of See’s
chocolates AND a ticket to your favorite race track. Just
in time for Valentine’s Day, Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca and famed
California chocolatier See’s Famous Old Time Candies® have teamed
up to offer race fans the ultimate expression of love: chocolates
and race tickets.
Automobile enthusiasts worldwide have been descending on the
Monterey, California peninsula each August for three decades.
They come to enjoy the world’s finest pre- and post-war race cars
competing as they were originally intended on the challenging
road course. This rich tradition continues August 12-15 with a
fresh new look and name – the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
– at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca.
The success of the Twilight Bicycle Rides in 2009 inspired Mazda
Raceway Laguna Seca to add to the Twilight Ride schedule for
2010. There are 12 rides scheduled for the year.
The Twilight Rides are informal and the 2.238 mile track will be
open to all levels of cyclists, including children, throughout
the entire ride. The cost is $10 per rider and a portion of the
proceeds is donated to charity.
If threatening weather cancels any of the rides, Cyclist
may call the main office at (831) 242-8201 for further
information.
Dan Gurney’s career at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca spans over 40
years of winning as a driver, manufacturer and team owner,
starting with winning the first professional race ever held at
the track – the 1960 Pacific Grand Prix. But now Gurney changes
his helmet for a headset and is selling tickets for the 2010 race
season.
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca is looking for a group of talented
entertainers with an combination of dance and musical skills to
perform at the world-renowned race track as part of the pre-race
entertainment for the 2010 season. It is the perfect opportunity
for performers who like being in front of thousands of people,
screeching jets and revving engines.
The MotoGP World Championship returns to Mazda Raceway Laguna
Seca in 2010 and the AMA Pro Racing Series will be the support
series for the Red Bull U.S. Grand Prix. The 2010 race marks the
sixth consecutive visit for MotoGP and AMA racing together at the
historic Monterey circuit.
There is so much to see and do when visiting Mazda Raceway Laguna
Seca, whether it’s making a quick overnight stop to see a race,
or if you’re making a weekend of it and checking out all the cool
attractions in the Monterey County area.
One of the best ways to immerse yourself in the experience of any
racing event at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca is to stay overnight in
the Laguna Seca Recreation Area campgrounds.
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca offers some of the coolest apparel in
all of motor racing, from wind-breakers and sweatshirts, to ball
caps and jackets. Be sure to visit the track souvenir store
and make your choice.
There are numerous ways to get your brand noticed through a
marketing and advertising program with Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca,
either through a custom-built official partnership all the way up
to an event title sponsorship.
See what’s happening at the track all year ’round. Whether
you’re looking to rent our facility for an event or just attend
something cool, this is the place to look.
