United States Grand Prix - Formula One (F1) - Austin

[Darren M]

Latest email from Formula 1 United States. Web version is posted HERE

Austin, Texas – November 22, 2010 :: Formula 1 United States™ developers announced today that Dallas-based HKS, Inc., a leading global architectural design firm and the premier architects of American modern sporting facilities, and Germany–based Tilke Engineers & Architects, the world’s leading designer for racetrack and test facilities, will lead the local and international team assembled for the construction of the world-class, multipurpose facility in Austin, TX, that will be home to the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix™ Read more here

Sebastian won 2010 championship yada yada yada.....
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Formula 1 Announces 2011 FIA Formula 1 World Championship Race Calendar
The 2011 Formula 1 season will make its way around the globe in what will be the longest race season in the sport’s history. Expanding to 20 rounds, the 2011 season marks the 62nd FIA Formula 1 season! Kicking off in Bahrain and ending in Brazil, the 2011 race season is filled with excitement and anticipation for both drivers and fans alike.

Click here to view the full 2011 race calendar.

More can always be found at formula1unitedstates.com

I can't wait!!!! Was there for the inaugural US GP in Indy and will be there for the Austin event too!!!

[YALE]

HKS, huh? They do good work.

[ozzeran]

Wow! That's badass!

[turboford]

I will be there for that. Can't wait.

[b1ake]

I was at the Singapore GP in 2009, the Malaysian GP in 2010, and will likely be at Bahrain for the 2011 GP. Looking forward to 2012 in Austin when I'm back in Texas.

[Marisa]

I cannot freakin WAIT!!!!!!!!!!

[bonnie&clyde]

Road trip!!!

[John -- '02 HAWK]

Another fine example of our tax dollars at waste

[momo]

i'm still curious to see the date they will pick for the event but that wont be released till aug/sept 2011.

my guess is they will try to shoe horn it in before canada or sao paulo. personally i think it will ruin the event if they try june/july/august hell even september. i'd like to see it in spring or fall myself.

[pHILSANITY07]

Another fine example of our tax dollars at waste

yra but i think it will get more than formula 1 races. with the layout i think the Indy Series and Sports Car Racing will race there. Also I have felt that nascar needs another road course race as well.

[chuckacosta]

yra but i think it will get more than formula 1 races. with the layout i think the Indy Series and Sports Car Racing will race there. Also I have felt that nascar needs another road course race as well.

Agreed

[TX_92_Notch]

HKS, huh? They do good work.

Hey, thanks.

It would be nice if we could get tickets, discounts, some kind of perk, but we never get anything like that. Every time someone finds out that I work at HKS, they ask me if I can get them tickets to a Cowboy's game. I always chuckle and say "I wish".

[John -- '02 HAWK]

yra but i think it will get more than formula 1 races. with the layout i think the Indy Series and Sports Car Racing will race there. Also I have felt that nascar needs another road course race as well.

25 million dollars of our tax dollars, and no sporting center has ever shown to be a good return in tax payer dollars.

not to mention that the planners arent even thinking of the impact on the community

http://jalopnik.com/5553427/texas-taxpayers-fork-over-25-million-to-f1

http://www.statesman.com/sports/formula1/county-planners-f1-race-day-traffic-could-take-905095.html

[Darren M]

More news about the track.

Press Releases


December 14, 2010 Austin Commercial Selected as General Contractor for
Formula 1 United States™ Facility

Austin Commercial Joins Formula 1 United States™ Team to Work on World-Class Racetrack Venue
Austin, TX – Formula 1 United States™ developers announced that Austin Commercial, a subsidiary of Austin Industries and one of the largest construction companies in Texas that specializes in civil, commercial and industrial construction, has been selected as the general contractor for the Austin racetrack venue. Austin Commercial joins the local and international team assembled for the construction of the world–class, multipurpose facility in Austin, TX, that will be home to the 2012 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix™.

Austin Commercial, one of the largest general contractors in Austin, has an established presence within the Austin community with offices in place for over 25 years. As the general contractor for this racetrack, Austin Commercial will be responsible for the day–to–day oversight of the construction site and management of vendors and subcontractors which will account for as much as 95% of the overall contract value. Austin Commercial is a 100% employee–owned construction management/general contracting company with project experience that includes corporate headquarters, sports venues – arenas, race tracks, ball parks and recreation centers – health care, aviation, schools and universities and advanced technology.

“During this selection process we were fortunate to have the opportunity to work with many of the nation’s leading general contracting firms which made this a difficult decision. In the end, the depth of Austin Commercial’s local experience, diversity inclusion program and under–promise over–deliver record made them a solid choice,” said Tavo Hellmund, chairman of the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix. “We are pleased that Austin Commercial has joined the construction team and are confident that their years of general contracting expertise will ensure we continue to stay on track for the first event in 2012,” he said.

Austin Commercial is credited with a wide range of premier construction projects within the city that include the recently opened W Hotel Austin, CarrAmerica office tower in Austin’s Central Business District, AMD Lone Star Campus, Four Seasons San Jacinto Center, The Long Center and the Motorola Campus at Parmer Lane in Austin. In addition, Austin Commercial was selected as construction manager/general contractor to provide preconstruction and construction management services for the American Airlines Center multipurpose arena located in Dallas, TX.

”We are honored to be on board and to be a part of such an exciting and unique opportunity,” said William McAdoo, senior vice president and general partner of Austin Commercial. “This facility is sure to be a world–class venue that will draw visitors from around the globe and we are excited to be part of the Formula 1 United States team as we work together to make history by constructing the first purpose–built Formula 1 track in the United States,” he said.

Austin Industries and its operating companies support diversity and are dedicated to growing multiple Minority/Women Business Enterprise (M/WBE) firms. Austin Industries has developed an award-winning mentoring program for minority– and women–owned vendors and subcontractors that teaches businesses how to work with Austin Industries, provides best practices information and offers networking opportunities with other business service providers. Austin Commercial enters into joint ventures and partnerships with M/WBE firms and encourages minority purchasing by prime subcontractors and vendors.

Slated to host its first event in 2012, this much–anticipated Grand Prix facility will provide a fully–integrated architectural and entertainment experience for both event participants and visitors. The surrounding landscape of the 3.4–mile circuit allows for maximum elevation changes and a combination of more than 20 turns. Drivers and fans will have the opportunity to enjoy views of the scenic hill country at this state–of–the–art facility that will hold 120,000 fans. The conceptual master plan features additional visitor attractions including a proposed driving/riding experience and seminar building, motorsports driving club, kart track and welcome center.
About Austin Commercial

Austin Commercial is a subsidiary of Texas-based Austin Industries. Founded in 1918, Austin Industries is one of the nation's largest, most diversified construction companies. With a workforce of more than 5,000 employee-owners, Austin Commercial is an international business serving customers in nearly every industry segment. Landmark projects include the American Airlines Center, DFW International Airport, AMD Lonestar Campus, Federal Reserve Bank, the Long Center for the Performing Arts and the W Hotel Austin.
About Formula 1 United States

The Formula 1 United States Grand Prix™ 3.4–mile circuit combines modern features with details reminiscent of legendary tracks from the 1960s. The surrounding landscape will allow for a maximum elevation change of 133 feet, a feature that is sure to please drivers as well as fans. In addition, the circuit includes a strategic combination of 20 turns, including variations of classic turns from around the world. The multifunctional facility, hosting the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix, is ideally situated on a 970–acre site in southeast Austin along the SH 130 about two miles from Austin Bergstrom International Airport with scenic views of downtown.
For more information, visit www.formula1unitedstates.com or contact:
media@formula1unitedstates.com

[Darren M]

25 million dollars of our tax dollars, and no sporting center has ever shown to be a good return in tax payer dollars.

not to mention that the planners arent even thinking of the impact on the community

http://jalopnik.com/5553427/texas-taxpayers-fork-over-25-million-to-f1

http://www.statesman.com/sports/form...ke-905095.html

From that last link....

At Tuesday's meeting, County Commissioner Sarah Eckhardt also told Suttle she wanted to see a "hard number analysis" on how Formula One racing has affected other communities economically.

She's asking the impossible. Where would she get these numbers? Indianapolis?!?! Good luck with that, the numbers won't be comparative. Speedway's infrastructure is probably one of the best at getting people in and out of the track and it still takes 4 hours to do both. (Unless you're a local.) Also, as far as economic impact... Again, where will these numbers come from? Indy, again? That MIGHT work but still are just estimates and that was a MUCH bigger and better place with tons of history and a HUGE local fan base. The only other place she could look is MAYBE Korea. Good luck there! What about Bah Rhain... Yeah, those numbers are valid. She's sand bagg'n at best and knows she asking for the impossible.
Just my 2¢