| About Hickory Motor Speedway |
 The 2010 race season marks the 59th season of competition at the .363 mile bullring. Hickory Motor Speedway is the oldest professional sporting venue in Catawba County, and has been credited as the longest continually operated motor speedway in the country.
Known as the “Birthplace of the NASCAR Stars” and
“America's Most Famous Short Track” Hickory Motor Speedway stands alone with a long list of history and tradition.
Hickory Motor Speedway has three fully equipped concession stands, a souvenir stand, six large restroom areas, and three enclosed air-conditioned hospitality suites.
Hickory Motor Speedway also has RV parking available. A fun family atmosphere and exciting racing action will keep your family entertained every Saturday from mid-March through October. Come out to Hickory Motor Speedway and catch the action at the “Birthplace of the NASCAR Stars!”
Hickory Motor Speedway Opened In June 1951
First winner (Gwyn Staley)
Track Size & Banking
.363 mile asphalt oval
14 degrees Turns 1 & 2
12 degrees Turns 3 & 4
8 degrees Front & Back stretch
Capacity
9,600 Seating & 3,600 additional lawn seats
Location
3130 Highway 70 Southeast, Newton, NC 28658
Interstate-40 - Exit 128
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