UMC Introduces Roll Racing This Weekend
TOOELE VALLEY, UTAH (April 15, 2021) — Utah Motorsports Campus (UMC) is pleased to announce that it will offer Roll Racing, beginning with this Saturday’s Cars and Coffee presented by Godfrey Proof. Roll Racing is a form of drag racing in which the competitors do not execute a standing start, but rather roll up to the start line at 40 mph and race to the end of a 1000-foot track. The events will take place on
New & Diverse Events Highlight 2021 UMC Schedule
TOOELE VALLEY, UTAH (February 11, 2021) — On the heels of a very challenging 2020, Utah Motorsports Campus (UMC) is excited to release its 2021 schedule of events. This year will feature a number of new events, and a wide variety of entertainment for all ages. “Since we took over this facility, starting with a management contract in 2016 and continuing on into our current ownership that started in late 2018, one of our major goals
Should I Let My Kid Drive a Go-Kart? – Our Definitive Guide
If you’re an avid fan of go-karting and wondering whether or not you should let your underage child get in on the action, then this guide is for you. Here, we’ll talk about the different go-kart concerns you might have and provide the answers you’re looking for. There are many considerations you want to take into account, so we’ll break it down sequentially and tackle one aspect at a time. Let’s get started! Are children even allowed to drive
Utah Motorsports Campus Announces Busy 2020 Schedule
TOOELE VALLEY, UTAH (January 20, 2021) — Utah Motorsports Campus is pleased to announce the schedule for what will be a busy 2020 season, with the return of some favorite events and a wide variety of fun races and activities. “This will be our second year of full ownership of UMC,” said Dixon Hunt, UMC Senior Vice President, “and we’re optimistic that it will be another excellent one. We had a good bit of success and
4 Practices for Driving Fast on a Racetrack
Racing requires more than natural talent to become a successful racer. It entails hours and hours of practice before you can speed around the track with utmost confidence. You will also need various levels of experience before you can call yourself an expert who can race at the top speeds. If you want to hone your skills in racing, keep on reading to find out the four practices for driving fast on a racetrack. Drive smoothly for
Utah Motorsports Campus Announces 2019 Schedule
Utah Motorsports Campus Announces 2019 Schedule Rebuilding Year’ Sees Fewer Major Events, More Variety TOOELE VALLEY, UTAH (March 8, 2019) — Following the long-delayed sale of Utah Motorsports Campus (UMC) from Tooele County to Mitime Utah Investment, LLC in late 2018, the track is proud to announce its 2019 event schedule. UMC’s 2019 season will provide fewer “major” events due to the fact that the sale closing was delayed longer than anticipated, making it impossible to commit to 2019
Geely Purchases Utah Motorsports Campus
Geely Purchases Utah Motorsports Campus Geely division Mitime Utah Investment, LLC purchases 511-acre facility TOOELE VALLEY, UTAH (November 5, 2018) — The racing facility known as Utah Motorsports Campus (UMC) has changed ownership. Following a vote by the Tooele County Commissioners, Tooele County has agreed to sell Utah Motorsports Campus to Mitime Utah Investment, LLC (Mitime). Mitime is a subsidiary of the Geely Holding Group of China, a publicly-traded company on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange that is currently
Cruzer Palooza Car Show Returns This Weekend
Swap meet, track laps, concerts, burnout contest, food trucks and more TOOELE VALLEY, UTAH (May 22, 2018) —Utah Motorsports Campus is celebrating Memorial Day Weekend with the Second Annual Cruzer Palooza Car Show and Swap Meet. Last year’s inaugural event was very well received, prompting track officials to proceed with the second annual show this weekend, offering even more fun attractions and activities for fans and participants. “Most car shows are held in a parking lot, or in
Utah Off-Road Racing at Utah Motorsports Campus
Utah Off-Road Racing There are few better places on Earth for off-road racing enthusiasts than Utah, and there are few better places in Utah for off-road racing enthusiasts than Utah Motorsport Campus! If you’re into watching high-powered off-road racers or driving them, UMC is the place to be. We host the best off-road short-course racing series in the world, the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series, with classes ranging from kids’ buggies to 900-hp, fire-breathing, four-wheel-drive trucks