July 11 will feature both a Miata race and a GT Challenge race. [av_button label=’Click Here For July 11 Race Schedule’ link=’manually,http://AutobahnMembers.com/Magazine/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/070115_07112015-Schedule.pdf’ link_target=’_blank’ size=’small’ position=’left’ icon_select=’yes’ icon_hover=’aviaTBicon_hover’ icon=’ue832′ font=’entypo-fontello’ color=’theme-color’ custom_bg=’#444444′ custom_font=’#ffffff’ av_uid=’av-6841dq’] Next Races: July 17 Chase Race (Full Track Friday) [av_button label=’Click Here For July 17 Race Schedule’ link=’manually,http://AutobahnMembers.com/Magazine/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/070815_-07172015-Schedule.pdf’ link_target=’_blank’ size=’small’ position=’left’ […]
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Late Night Thursday Schedule Changes For June-August
Late Night Thursdays continue during the summer months running even later than in May. On these days the track activity will begin at 11:00am and run until 8:10pm. The grill will be open on all Thursday evenings, cooking up steaks and burgers etc, to your liking. [av_button label=’Click Here For Complete Track Schedule’ link=’manually,http://AutobahnMembers.com/Magazine/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/052015_2015-June-August-Late-Night-Thursdays-2.pdf’ […]
The Alfa Romeo Of Evanston Grand Opening Party!
Alfa Romeo is joining The Autobarn’s extraordinary family of brands & You’re Invited on Friday, June 19th. [av_button label=’Click Here To View The Invite’ link=’manually,http://AutobahnMembers.com/Magazine/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/0610154_Alfa-Romeo-Grand-Opening.pdf’ link_target=’_blank’ size=’small’ position=’left’ icon_select=’yes’ icon_hover=’aviaTBicon_hover’ icon=’ue832′ font=’entypo-fontello’ color=’theme-color’ custom_bg=’#444444′ custom_font=’#ffffff’ av_uid=’av-2d5of2′]
Off Road Tour
The evening of June 6 will feature an off road tour of the Autobahn property. Bring your dirt bike, ATV or any other off road vehicle for a unique look around. We will head out from the members building after the track closes and head off into the woods to see what we can […]
Full Schedule Of Racing Set For Festival Of Speed Weekend!
Friday – Chase Race [av_button label=’Friday Schedule’ link=’manually,http://AutobahnMembers.com/Magazine/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/FOS_06192015.pdf’ link_target=’_blank’ size=’small’ position=’left’ icon_select=’yes’ icon_hover=’aviaTBicon_hover’ icon=’ue832′ font=’entypo-fontello’ color=’theme-color’ custom_bg=’#444444′ custom_font=’#ffffff’ av_uid=’av-5f2xph’] Saturday – GT Challenge (double) and Wings-n-Things [av_button label=’Saturday Schedule’ link=’manually,http://AutobahnMembers.com/Magazine/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/FOS-06202015.pdf’ link_target=’_blank’ size=’small’ position=’left’ icon_select=’yes’ icon_hover=’aviaTBicon_hover’ icon=’ue832′ font=’entypo-fontello’ color=’theme-color’ custom_bg=’#444444′ custom_font=’#ffffff’ av_uid=’av-gp95h’] Sunday – Spec Miata, Wings-n-Things, Auto-X [av_button label=’Sunday Schedule’ link=’manually,http://AutobahnMembers.com/Magazine/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/FOS-06212015.pdf’ link_target=’_blank’ size=’small’ position=’left’ […]
Enduro Season Nears
ALM Positioners Announces Cash Awards for Enduro Races The first of three endurance races will be held on June 13. This will be a 3.5 hour event on the South Track. Keep looking here for more great sponsor news. [av_button label=’Click Here To View Full Story’ link=’manually,http://AutobahnMembers.com/Magazine/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/051315_ALM-Announces-Cash-Award-Press-Release.pdf’ link_target=’_blank’ size=’small’ position=’left’ icon_select=’yes’ icon_hover=’aviaTBicon_hover’ icon=’ue832′ font=’entypo-fontello’ […]
Upcoming Races
June 13th – Enduro (3.5 hrs) South This is the first Enduro of the season. Entries are rolling in and its shaping up to be a great race. Get your team together! June 19th – Chase Race June 20th – GT Challenge (double) and Wings-n-Things […]
Attention GT Racers!
Send in your car classification form to Tony via email if you intend to race. [av_button label=’mailto:TonyKester@Autobahncc.com’ link=’manually,mailto:mailto:TonyKester@Autobahncc.com’ link_target=’_blank’ size=’small’ position=’left’ icon_select=’yes’ icon_hover=’aviaTBicon_hover’ icon=’ue805′ font=’entypo-fontello’ color=’theme-color’ custom_bg=’#444444′ custom_font=’#ffffff’ av_uid=’av-2ny1ll’] We will be checking cars for legality, especially weights.
Late Night Thursdays Have Started!
Once again, we will have Late Night Thursdays, this year beginning on Thursday, May 7th! Track will open at 10:00 am with the last session 6:45 pm. Dinner on the patio will begin that night too. Hope to see everyone there! [av_button label=’2015 Late Night Thursdays Schedule’ link=’manually,http://AutobahnMembers.com/Magazine/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/050615_2015-May-Late-Night-Thursdays.pdf’ link_target=’_blank’ size=’small’ position=’left’ icon_select=’yes’ icon_hover=’aviaTBicon_hover’ icon=’ue832′ […]
Upcoming Racing Opportunities!
May 16th Spec Miata 12:30 Drivers Meeting (north tower UPSTAIRS) 1:50 Qualifying 3:10 Spec Miata Race #4 [av_button label=’May 16 Race Schedule’ link=’manually,http://AutobahnMembers.com/Magazine/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/050615_05162015.pdf’ link_target=’_blank’ size=’small’ position=’left’ icon_select=’yes’ icon_hover=’aviaTBicon_hover’ icon=’ue832′ font=’entypo-fontello’ color=’theme-color’ custom_bg=’#444444′ custom_font=’#ffffff’ av_uid=’av-4mwp6h’] May 17th GT Challenge 12:30 Drivers Meeting (north tower UPSTAIRS) 1:50 Qualifying 3:10 GT Challenge Race #2 [av_button label=’May […]
Member Racing
Racing Continues This Weekend! This Saturday is the second round of the Wings-n-Things series. 12:00 Drivers Meeting (North Tower) 1:30 Qualifying 3:35 Race (27 Laps) Sunday will be the Miatas 11:50 Qualifying 1:00 Drivers Meeting (North Tower) 2:30 Race (25 Laps) [av_button label=’Saturday, April 25 Scedule’ link=’manually,http://AutobahnMembers.com/Magazine/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/042215_Schedule042520151.pdf’ link_target=’_blank’ size=’small’ position=’left’ icon_select=’yes’ icon_hover=’aviaTBicon_hover’ icon=’ue832′ font=’entypo-fontello’ […]
New Auto-X Series Debuts April 4 ~ 2:00pm At Skid Pad
A new addition to member opportunities this year is an Auto-X series. For those who may be unfamiliar with this, an Auto-X (cross) is a course laid out with cones in the paddock or similar areas. Typically these courses are design to be very tight without long straightaways allowing drivers to challenge themselves to […]
Autobahn Competition License School Offered March 28th
Whether you are brand new to racing or would like to brush up on your skills this school will be a benefit to you. Learn the basics of racing on the track and how to prepare yourself off track. Graduates of this school will gain a provisional level racing license and be eligible to […]
Racers ~ Annual Inspection Must Be Completed
Each car set to compete in wheel to wheel racing must submit to an annual safety inspection. This inspection can be performed at any time, but for convenience our Technical Inspector Joe Griffin will be available on March 28 and April 4 to perform these inspections. Joe will be located in the tech building […]
Annual Members Meeting – March 14th
We are getting closer to opening day, so that means it is time once again for the Annual Member’s Meeting. This year the meeting will be held on Saturday, March 14th starting at 1:00 pm. We invite all to stay afterwards for a complimentary garage crawl where you can meet new members and also […]
Opening Day Set For Tuesday March 31st
Although it may not feel like it outside right now, opening day is right around the corner. We will be opening on Tuesday March 31st. Please mark your calendars and have your cars ready to go. We look forward to your return as we try to make 2015 another great year at Autobahn Country […]
New Run Group Schedule For 2015
Track Management and the Member Committee have worked together over the off-season to redesign the track schedule to better meet the needs of our members. The changes include the reintroduction of the B group along with adjustments in the recommended lap times for each group. These changes have been implemented in the interest of […]
Attention 2015 Racers
Everyone must apply to renew their Autobahn racing license before they can race or attend an Autobahn racing school in 2015. This means completing: 1) License Application 2) Medical History and 3) If due, doctor signed medical. [av_button label=’Click Here For More Details’ link=’manually,http://AutobahnMembers.com/2015PDFs/Racing License Renewal Reminder_012615.pdf’ link_target=’_blank’ size=’small’ position=’left’ icon_select=’yes’ icon_hover=’aviaTBicon_hover’ icon=’ue832′ font=’entypo-fontello’ […]
Annual Racer Meeting Set For February 7th
Kill the winter blues and come out to the track!! Feb 7 we will have an ALL racer meeting to discuss the upcoming season. The meeting will be preceded by the annual Track Car Expo. Lunch will be provided at 11:30 and the meeting will begin at 1:00. The plan will be to […]
Introducing The New Auto-X Series
As a new addition to the Member Racing Series we are happy to announce the Auto-X series. These events will be open to all members, including social members, and a competition license is NOT required. An Auto-X (autocross) is a race against the clock in a course laid out with cones. These competitions will […]
Fall-Line Motorsports Has Mixed Results In Daytona
Daytona Beach, FL (January 29, 2015)- Fall-Line Motorsports finished just one position off the podium last weekend at Daytona International Raceway as Trent Hindman and Ashley Freiberg took the checkered flag in fourth place in GS for the BMW Performance 200. Teammates Corey Lewis and Al Carter were unable to start the race after […]
Members Racing League Schedule Released
The 2015 racing season promises to be another exciting part of the year with 6 different race series to choose from utilizing all 3 track configurations and a variety of special events. [av_button label=’Click Here To See Full Schedule’ link=’manually,http://AutobahnMembers.com/2015PDFs/Member Racing League Schedule_012615.pdf’ link_target=’_blank’ size=’small’ position=’left’ icon_select=’yes’ icon_hover=’aviaTBicon_hover’ icon=’ue832′ font=’entypo-fontello’ color=’theme-color’ custom_bg=’#444444′ custom_font=’#ffffff’ […]
Track Expo ~ Saturday, February 7th
Looking to upgrade your existing car? Ready to invest in a dedicated track car? Considering Member Racing? New to Autobahn and need some advice? [av_button label=’Click Here To View Full Story & Schedule’ link=’manually,http://AutobahnMembers.com/2015PDFs/2015 Member Racing Schedule_012815.pdf’ link_target=’_blank’ size=’small’ position=’left’ icon_select=’yes’ icon_hover=’aviaTBicon_hover’ icon=’ue832′ font=’entypo-fontello’ color=’theme-color’ custom_bg=’#444444′ custom_font=’#ffffff’ av_uid=’av-ats6y’]
Autobahn’s Very Own Tony Kester on WGN
More snow always means more crashes. So how do you avoid spin outs and slide-offs in this winter weather? WGN’s Sarah Jindra went to the Autobahn Country Club in Joliet, where they have a special car that helps teach drivers how to handle spin outs and winter weather. [av_button label=’Click Here To View Full Story […]