Beginning next week, November 3rd, US 131 Motorsports Park’s racing surface will undergo a face lift.   Specialized equipment will start to mill out 16 feet sections in each lane of the racing surface in preparation of the additional 500 feet of concrete to be constructed, replacing the current asphalt.  

This enhancement will give the already smooth surface a total of 1000 feet of concrete with the remainder of the 1320 feet surface asphalt.   “This plan is one of being proactive not reactive,” states US 131 Motorsports Park general manager Jason Peterson.   “Due to normal wear on a track in time rough areas develop along with possible water seeping and other issues.   Because of the amount of use this track receives through weekly events and private testing we are taking this step in advance rather than waiting.”  

This Saturday, October 31st will be the last day of racing for the 2009 season.   By starting on this project now, the concrete will have time to cure and set over the winter months.   In April the racing surface will then be ground to ensure a return to a smooth and flat racing surface.   Known as “The Fastest Track in Michigan,” US 131 Motorsports Park has every intention of keeping this prestigious declaration.