With over 3 miles of the flattest asphalt in the world,
Florida’s Shuttle Landing Facility is the perfect spot for doing half-mile and
mile-long runs behind the wheel of your most prized possession. Guinness Book
of World Records is on hand for every one of these events to document any
potential record setting runs that may occur. Indy Racing Series driver Ryan
Hunter-Rey and World Record holder Johnny bohmer oversee the event with
sponsorship from some of the biggest names in automotive tuning.
Those that are looking to document their experience have
access to a professional film crew provided by Forever Current Studios that
captures all of the action using helicopter photography in conjunction with
GoPro footage. Top speed certification is provided by the International Miler
Racing Association (IMRA). Some of the vehicles that participated in the latest
round of aerodynamic testing include the SSC Ultimate Aero, Mosler Raptor GTR,
McLaren P1, and the World’s Fastest Street Legal Car - The Badd GT.
SPEEDVEGAS is the award-winning 100-acre motorsports complex. Guests experience the world’s most sought-after muscle cars and exotic supercars from Porsche, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Audi, McLaren and more. The $30 million SPEEDVEGAS experience features an impressive 1.5-mile (2.4 km) Formula One-inspired racetrack comparable to top circuits in the world, and includes 12 sweeping turns, 20-degree banked turns, 60 feet of total elevation change and a half-mile straightaway. The track at SPEEDVEGAS is the only track of its kind in the world designed specifically so the public can enjoy supercar driving experiences. In addition, the 20,000-square-foot, 2-story welcome center features indoor and outdoor observation decks, food and beverage selections at a well-appointed café, meetings and event space and much more. SPEEDVEGAS is located just minutes south of the world-famous “Welcome to Las Vegas” sign.
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