Danville, VA (July 13, 2010) - VIRginia International Raceway today announced their first annual Media Appreciation Day, which will be held at the track on Thursday, August 12th beginning at 12 noon. This special, invitation only event will provide an opportunity for the media to interview, photograph & experience a number of national & local newsworthy stories as follows:

1) Preview of Suzuki AMA Pro Super Bike White Lightning Nationals presented by Foremost Insurance which will be held August 13-15th. This nationally televised event will feature in excess of 100 riders with onr of the biggest crowds of the year expected.

Danville, VA - (July 8, 2010) Car & Driver magazine's current issue has an article on the best 6 road courses in the US. Not surprisingly to many, but still not taking it for granted, VIR was named to this most prestigious list. Of over 100 road courses in the US, this puts VIR at the very top echelon of permanent road race facilities in the country.

"We are very pleased to be included in this very select group," said Josh Lief, General Manager of VIRginia International Raceway. "From the land owners and builders of VIR back in the 1950s, to Harvey Siegel and Connie Nyholm that resurrected the racetrack and made it America's Motorsport Resort, and all those that work at VIR, we feel honored to be included in this list."

Danville, VA (July 7, 2010) - Summer may be only a few weeks old, but the clock is already ticking down towards the first day of school. That's why ticket sales for the Suzuki White Lightning AMA Pro SuperBike Nationals presented by Foremost Insurance scheduled for August 13th through the 15th are already in high gear as this event marks the last big weekend before school starts back.

Danville, VA (July 7, 2010) - Motorsports fans will see history unfold at VIR this weekend July 10-11 as the new Dodge Viper ACR-X will make its competition debut. This non-street legal spec racer is one of a handful of very special limited edition cars meant to commemorate the production end of one of America's most iconic supercars.

With its 520 cubic inch (8.4 litre) variable valve timing V-10 engine pumping out 640 bhp with 585 ft/lbs of torque, this will be the meanest car of the lot. Additional factory installed goodies such as an 8-point roll cage, a 6-speed transmission, on board fire extinguisher, 220 mph speedometer and 14.0-inch diameter Brembo disc brakes serves as a hint as to what the potential of this car will be. The series will be sanctioned by the existing Viper Racing League. For more information on this series, visit:

www.viperheadquarters.com/viper_racing/dodge_viper_cup.html.

Danville, VA - (June 29, 2010) - Chin Motorsports is one of the leading providers of non-competition track events in the country - and VIR has been a staple on their schedule since 2004. With over 90 drivers already registered, Chin Motorsports will be making its first visit to VIR on Monday & Tuesday July 5th - 6th where they will be running the full course.

Chin offers advanced driver coaching for sports car enthusiasts ranging from entry-level street car drivers all the way up to Grand-Am race teams. Be sure to jump on this opportunity with Chin Motorsports for some quality testing and practice time. For more info, visit www.ChinMotorsports.com.

Danville, VA (June 22, 2010) - On Thursday and Friday, July 8 and 9 VIR will hosting 3 time AMA Superbike Champion Reg Pridmore's CLASS Motorcycle School for two days on the North Course. Reg's CLASS is one of the very best because it combines the freedom of the racetrack, with an easy and Class Logocontrolled learning environment. He and his experienced, handpicked team of instructors work with riders throughout the day in a track day format so you get lots of time to ride, and as much help as you want to really get in control and flow with the bike. CLASS is not a race school but whether you're a sport touring rider or a club racer or anything in between, you're sure to have a great time and learn to be smoother and more in control after a day or two with Reg and the team.

There are 3 groups on Thursday and just 2 groups on Friday. Take one day or take both days and get the $50 two-day discount. Excellent group discounts from $25 to $50 per day are available with groups starting at 3 riders. Learn more about CLASS and getMC Class signed up at CLASS or give them a call at (805) 933-9936.

Danville, VA - (June 18, 2010) - In conjunction with the Suzuki White Lightning AMA Pro SuperBike Nationals presented by Foremost Insurance, VIRginia International Raceway will host a special charity ride to benefit wounded vAMA Logo eterans and their families. As part of this fund-raiser, track day riders will have the opportunity to purchase specially discounted general admission tickets and take part in track rides on the historic VIR road course to benefit the Fisher House Foundation and Home for Our Troops non-profit charities. Scheduled to take place onFriday, August 13th, 2010, this special fundraising event will also be co-hosted by VIR, Patriot Racing and the Cornerspeed racing school.

"Without the sacrifices of those who defend our Country in the Armed Forces, we would not live in a land of freedom and opportunity, " said Josh Lief, General Manager of VIR. "On behalf of the entire VIR community, we are very pleased to be a part of this event and raise money and awareness for such a worthy cause."