Michigan is primarily known for its oval layout, but the real-world facility also includes road course options. In iRacing, the oval is the star attraction.
Oval Characteristics
- High-Speed Corners: With 18° of banking, cars carry tremendous corner speeds. Drafting keeps the field tight, especially in stock cars.
- Wide Surface: The racing surface is among the widest in NASCAR, creating opportunities for three- and even four-wide racing.
- Momentum Racing: Smoothness wins at Michigan. Overdriving corners stalls momentum and costs positions quickly.
- Car Versatility: While NASCAR stock cars are the main event here, IndyCars also shine, reaching blistering speeds with intense draft battles.
Michigan is a prime example of “big track racing” in iRacing, demanding both patience and precision to master.
