Vintage cars join IndyCar at Pocono

SVRA returns to Pocono in a big way in 2015, with an exciting event format for racers and race fans alike. SVRA has moved the event date back a week, and the Vintage Festival will now be a part of IndyCar weekend. The road course configuration that has been selected for this event is the 1.37-mile Southeast Track. This track is located inside the tri-oval circuit and is highly technical, with 16 corners, elevation changes, blind corners and a 2,120-foot straight. This circuit was part of Pocono's major refurbishing and is 45 feet wide with fresh, smooth pavement. Since this track option does not use the tri-oval, it is ideal for all varieties of race cars. Pocono's size and multiple track configurations allow many activities to take place concurrently.

This event will include the full complement of SVRA sprint and enduro races on the road course. SVRA is also pleased to host the 40th annual Shelby American Automobile Club (SAAC) Convention. In addition, SVRA invites vintage and historic oval racing cars to run multiple exhibition sessions throughout the weekend on 'The Tricky Triangle,' Pocono's tri-oval track. Historic Indy Cars, Champ Cars, Sprint Cars, Stock Cars and Modifieds are invited showcase their great racing history on track, each day. For additional information contact Pam Shatraw, 650-799-0826, pam@svra.com.

Saturday night's party will be done in grand SVRA style, with dinner, fireworks and a concert by The Guess Who. The event schedule will be configured to allow our participants to be able to enjoy the IndyCar race on Sunday, and each entrant will be given up to four tickets for to the IndyCar race.

Pocono Raceway is conveniently located near several interstate highways that serve the New York and Philadelphia metropolitan areas. Extensive hotel, restaurant, casino, and recreational facilities are located within 30 minutes of the race track, offering a great getaway experience in addition to four days of nonstop motorsports activities.

Sportscar Vintage Racing Association