Not every NASCAR track is created equal.
Tam and Rene discuss some of the best race tracks on the NASCAR circuit to visit on TeamValvoline.com. Offering their “Top 5,” they take a look at some of NASCAR’s most fan-cherished venues. Tam and Rene offer brief facts about each track and discuss what they considered when factoring in why these tracks are the best on the NASCAR circuit.
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SHOW NOTES:
[1:05] Tam and Rene will reveal their Top 5 tracks on the NASCAR circuit
[1:26] The tracks that Rene would really like to visit for a race
[2:32] What type of track is Tam least fond of?
[3:17] The factors Tam and Rene considered when choosing the Top 5 tracks
[3:58] The origin of restrictor plate tracks
[4:24] NASCAR’s fastest track
[5:40] Dale Jr. and Clint Bowyer’s top speed during testing at Michigan
[6:26] The fastest ever qualifying speeds at Talladega and Daytona
[7:07] Michael Waltrip’s restrictor plate runs
[8:22] Tam: “Pack racing often leads to ‘The Big One’ on restrictor plate tracks”
[10:19] Historical facts about Daytona International Speedway
[12:13] Which rookie sat on the pole at Daytona in 2016?
[13:24] Who holds the record for the most wins in Daytona?
[14:14] The Tricky Triangle
[16:28] Fun facts about Pocono Raceway
[17:31] Which Top 5 category does Watkins Glen fall under?
[18:04] Rene: “Late-race action usually makes the races exciting at Watkins Glen”
[19:39] Fun facts about Watkins Glen
[20:32] The only two female Cup Series drivers to compete at Watkins Glen
[21:59] Martinsville: The only track that remains active from NASCAR’s first season
[22:08] Why fans like Martinsville
[24:34] The ‘old school’ themed Martinsville trophy
[25:18] Team Hendrick’s performance at Martinsville over the years
[26:17] Teamvalvoline.com: All you need to know about cars and racing
We also discs the good, bad and unexpected. NASCAR is transitioning and fans have mixed emotions. All Turns No Brakes sheds light on some of the changes during the off-season and how they affect the sport. Tam and Rene offer their unique perspectives, while providing fun and stimulating feedback on what happened during NASCAR’s 2016/2017 off-season.
