Las Vegas Motor Speedway is a 1.5-mile (2.41 km) tri-oval located just north of the Las Vegas Strip. Built in 1996, it has become a cornerstone of the NASCAR Cup Series and also hosts NHRA, ARCA, and other events across its massive motorsport complex.
Track Specs
- Length: 1.5 miles (2.41 km)
- Banking: 20° in the turns, 9° on the tri-oval frontstretch, 3° on the backstretch
- Surface: Asphalt
- Opened: 1996
Driving Tips
- Line Options: The middle and high lanes often provide better momentum in longer runs. The bottom works on restarts, but tires wear quicker there.
- Tire Management: Like most 1.5-mile ovals, tire conservation separates short-run speed from long-run pace.
- Drafting: Side drafting down the straights is essential for overtakes. Pack racing can form, especially in stock cars.
- Pit Road: Entry is tricky off Turn 4 under green. Clean execution through pit cycles often determines race outcomes.
In iRacing, Las Vegas provides one of the most balanced intermediate oval experiences, combining multiple racing lines with strategy-driven competition.
