Exploring Buttonwillow Raceway’s History and New Track Expansion

Welcome back to the channel! Today, we're diving into the history of one of the most iconic tracks for us -Buttonwillow Raceway Park. Whether you're a seasoned racer or just getting into motorsports, Buttonwillow holds a special place in the hearts of many.
In this video, we'll take a look at how this legendary track came to be, how it was funded, and what makes it a go-to destination for racers from all walks of life. Plus, we’ve got an exciting preview of the new track that’s set to raise the bar for racing in California. Stick around, because if you're a fan of fast laps, you've come to the right place!
Special Thanks to Entire Buttonwillow Raceway Park Staff:
Mike Miserendino
Carrie Hester
Chris Kliewer
James Barrs
Tammy Zeman
Finally My idol Les Phillips for your time and knowledge.
Hope to see you again soon!
#timeattack #sub2club #trackcars

[@grippgoat]

You're such a good interviewer. EDIT: The older I get, the more I appreciate the wisdom and stories our elder citizens have to share.

[@Sub2club]

Thank you for the big compliment! I get lucky when I meet really cool people! We definitely need to learn more from older folks!

[@ondreue]

So cool learning the history of this track. Epic.

[@Sub2club]

I agree, it’s such an interesting perspective. 100 year out concept, riverside turn, etc!

[@jaron95]

This is really awesome. I'm glad these stories will be preserved here.

[@Sub2club]

Appreciate it!

[@misternippster]

this foo tryin to make me cry with audio selection lol Amazing interview i didn't know i needed. awesome work!

[@Sub2club]

🤣🤣 i did cry a little… thank you Nippster

[@chasehash]

Hyped for the new track

[@Sub2club]

Yes 💪

[@YiaLor]

I don’t even race and I just do photography only and it was great to hear the history of it. Great job on the interview.

[@Sub2club]

Thank you Yia! I want to interview you one day!

[@GarrettsAccount12345]

What an absolute legend, RIP Riverside! It was gone before I was born but it is one of my absolute favourite tracks of all time to drive on Assetto Corsa. There was a track up here in BC called Westwood Motorsport Park that also shut down before I was born that ran Formula Atlantic and some multiclass racing with old EA-T civic race cars and stuff. You can find some videos of it here on KZbin. Their goal of having a 100 year track lifespan was amazing forethought because sadly more and more tracks are being lost to development. Thanks for making this video I really enjoyed it, great to learn about the beginnings of such an iconic track.

[@Sub2club]

Likewise Garrett! Old school racing is all out fun! No electric/mechanical assist: just the driver and the car running at full potential 🫡 glad you enjoyed it! I had a blast chatting with Les, and editing

[@DezDriven]

Such an epic interview!!!!! Great video!! Sooo cool to learn some history 🏎️🔥

[@Sub2club]

Appreciate you watching and commenting! 🫡

[@KaizenMotorsports]

Nice Peter! hopefully that new track opens up soon!

[@Sub2club]

Start your engine Jose!

[@AlexCKnoll]

I can't wait to try the new track

[@Sub2club]

Me too!!

[@kirbizle]

What a cool dude man, I bet that was a cool experience getting some insider look at our favorite track in the middle of nowhere XD

[@Sub2club]

Absolutely!! Loved chatting with Les

[@djpreview]

What a great video. Thanks bro! 🙌🏻

[@Sub2club]

Appreciate the kind words!

[@toddxhiggins]

What a cool interview and insight into BW! Ive only got to spectate at the track once for a vtec club day a few years ago. Hopefully one day ill be able to drive The famous time attack track 🤞🏻

[@Sub2club]

Definitely do try it! 🙌