Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series tracks racing surface ages and renovations

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Richmond Raceway, 2018. The track has announced a $30 million reimagining of its infield that will be completed by the 2018 playoffs.

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Phoenix Raceway, 2018. A $178 million renovation will be completed by 2018.The start/finish line will be moved to what is now Turns 1 and 2 and will be right in front of new grandstands -- one facet of an overall enhanced fan experience.

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Texas Motor Speedway, 2017. TMS repaved the 1.5-mile racing surface, installed an expansive drainage system and reconfigured Turns 1 and 2 in a huge capital improvement project.

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Kentucky Speedway, 2016. A multiple-point renovation of the 1.5-mile track included a full repave, increased banking in Turns 1 and 2 and more energy-absorbing SAFER barrier.

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Daytona International Speedway renovations, 2016. The $400 million Daytona Rising project focused on enhancing the fan experience, creating the first motorsports stadium of its kind. It set the groundwork for all stadiums, in all sports, to follow.

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