The Joliet Grand Prix at Autobahn Country Club
Event Snapshot
Race 2: 8:45 AM
Contacts
andrea.chisek@champcar.org
434.363.8166
bill.strong@champcar.org
434.300.8202
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Weekend Schedule
Friday: ChampCar Load-In Day • Jun 12, 2026
Saturday: 8-Hour Endurance Race 1 • Jun 13, 2026
Sunday: 7-Hour Endurance Race 2 • Jun 14, 2026
ChampCar Official Partners
Event Special Notices
Testing, tuning, brake bedding, high-speed accelerations or braking will be limited to the track, and not allowed in the paddock or surrounding public roadways. Doing so could result in event expulsion with no fees returned.
Flagtronics FT200 and Transponders are available for rent at $50 each per event weekend. Available at Race Central/Registration.
Helmet Inspection: All drivers must present their helmet for inspection at Tech prior to any on-track activity. Approved helmets will receive a ChampCar annual helmet decal, which must be affixed to the left side of the helmet and clearly visible. Helmets without a current-year decal will not be permitted on track. Drivers arriving at pit-out without a decal will be sent back to their pit for inspection. Compliance decisions by ChampCar Officials are final.
Track Master Details
3795 CenterPoint Way, Joliet, Illinois 60436
3.380 km (2.100 mi)
15
Blue & Green
None
None
Sunoco fuels (credit card pumps)
Yes / Yes
Cafe - Times, during business hours
None
24-Hour Gate Coverage
15
1.0x for races 8 hours or less
Facility and Event Details
24-hour gate coverage.
The pitlane area gate is locked at the conclusion of the days race event. Please plan accordingly.
Electrical hookups are limited along pit lane.
The paddock has minimal area lighting. Be advised that ambient lighting may not be sufficient for mechanical repairs. Therefore, teams are advised to consider alternate power and lighting sources. The use of EZ-ups on the “cold” side of the pit wall are also recommended for keeping out weather and hanging all lighting fixtures.
Long pants and closed-toe shoes are required on the cold and hot pit lane. No shorts or sandals. No matter the weather. This will be strictly enforced.
No children under-18 allowed on pit road. All minors and children must be under the direct supervision of an adult at all times.
All pets must be kept on a leash at all times and all pet waste must be removed and disposed of.
Participants (and families or guests) are prohibited from using any Circuit electrical and waste hook-up facilities unless consented to by Autobahn Circuit, and the use of such facilities may be subject to a separate fee.
No campfires will be allowed at the Circuit.
Yes/Yes
Cafe. Times TBD.
Sunoco fuels. Credit card pumps.
We’re racing, regardless of the weather.
Drones are not allowed at CCES events.
An invoice will be sent to the team captain. Payment plans can be worked out if needed. Unpaid track damage invoices could result in a membership hold until paid. A 4% service fee will be added for any track damage bill sent. Subject to change.
Guard Rails. $875.00 per 25 per foot section for all guardrail damage.
Tire Walls. $30 per linear foot for all tire wall damage.
Fencing. $35 per linear foot for all fencing damage.
Weekend memberships can be purchased for $20 at ChampCar Race Central.
Standard ChampCar Rules
ATTENTION: All vehicles, drivers, and crew must meet the safety and equipment requirements of the 2026 BCCR. Stint maximum of 2 hours per driver with a minimum of 1 hour between stints.
NOTE: Testing, tuning, brake bedding, high speed accelerations or braking will be limited to the track, and not allowed in the paddock or surrounding public roadways. Doing so could result in event expulsion with no fees returned.
All fueling is to be completed on pitlane race day. Do not store fuel in the garages.
Race Car Tech Inspection: All teams will be required to do the Online Tech Form. The team captain will log in at https://champcar.org/register/login.php to complete the race car online tech form. The Team Captain will find a button link on the main login page. Three months before the race, the tab Submit a Tech Form will take you to an electronic form that looks just like the paper Tech Inspection form. Fill in the boxes at the top, then fill in or click on the listed point value items on your car. Save the form and you are done. At the track the Tech staff will simply check the required safety items on the car. Once the Tech staff clicks save on the safety portion of your online form, you will get your annual tech sticker and head to ChampCar registration.
Please verify your timing and scoring transponder and Flagtronics FT-200 serial numbers, and make certain to add your car class to the tech form.
Flagtronics FT200 Wireless Flagging Display: Limited quantities of units may be available to rent, with preference going to teams who request a rental online. Rental fee is $50 for the event. You may purchase your own FT200 unit at https://flagtronics.com/champcar.
Code35 will be in use at all ChampCar events. It is imperative that your FT200 unit and the GPS is mounted within the rules and that the unit is working.
Sound: Sound readings will take place throughout the weekend. All ChampCars are required to have mufflers, and not exceed 96dBa at 50ft.
Alcohol: Absolutely no alcohol may be consumed in the paddock during the day’s racing events. Alcohol may be consumed 30 minutes following the completion of on-track activity for the day.
Photo/Media Credentials: There will be a limit as to how many credentials are issued. Cut-off for event credentials is 2 weeks before event start. Please visit https://champcar.org/web/media.php.
Tech Line Requirements
- Have all decals installed as per the BCCR. Get sponsor decal at tech.
- Owned Flagtronics installed per BCCR and working. ChampCar will test at tech. Teams responsibility to have the correct firmware installed.
- Owned Transponder installed and working. ChampCar will test at tech.
- Flagtronics and Transponder rentals will be issued to teams at Tech.
- All lights for night racing installed and working. They will be tested.
- Electronic tech form completed.
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Paddock Maps
Facility Maps
Track Maps with Corner Locations
