AUSTIN (KXAN) — A significant race returns to Circuit of the Americas this weekend, because the Fanatec GT World Challenge America will happen on the observe.

Along with sports activities automotive racing, the three-day competition of pace is providing participating actions for followers of all ages.

Kids age 12 and underneath are free with the acquisition of an grownup ticket. Thus far, over 10,000 tickets have been offered.

Throughout this weekend, over 140 automobiles will race across the observe, representing manufacturers akin to Aston Martin, Mercedes, Porsche, Toyota and Nissan to call a number of.

Unlike different racing occasions at COTA, this occasion is comparatively open and accessible for those who attend.

“With a general admission ticket, you’re able to enter into the paddock,” COTA vp of motorsports Reid Atherton stated. “You’re able to see the drivers, cars and all the team members up close.”

The venue may also host a sensory-friendly pit lane stroll.

One of the race automotive drivers, Kyle Loh — who’s overcome the challenges of autism — will host a debrief on Sunday, previous to the grid stroll. He’ll share his expertise and talk about the numerous sensory stimulates racing supplies.

Atherton added that COTA has partnered with a number of native nonprofits to supply a sensory-free expertise.

“We’ll provide them a suite and offer an understanding of the sounds, sights and smells of the track,” he stated.

To promote schooling, some youngsters and households will get a behind-the-scenes tour of the venue. They’ll be capable of discuss with the drivers and race automotive engineers, studying all in regards to the totally different features of racing.

Some very particular visitors may have the chance of a lifetime, attending to hop inside one of many race automobiles for a ‘hot lap’ across the observe.

SRO Motorsports Group — which places on this weekend’s occasion — is a global sporting group that runs racing occasions throughout the globe. The based mostly in Europe that just lately named Austin as its American headquarters.

SRO Motorsports America CEO Greg Gill says they just lately named Austin as their American headquarters.

“We’re located around the world, but Austin was an easy pick,” he stated. “When you take a look at the mix of expertise and automotive corporations, it was a straightforward resolution to make Austin our heart for American racing.

COTA’s gates open at 7:30 a.m. every single day this weekend and to buy tickets, you may click here.