Return of racing to Southside Speedway

Racing to return to Southside Speedway in Chesterfield County with ex-rivals at the helm
As one of the many people who grew up on Friday nights at Southside Speedway, the track holds a special place in my heart' — Lin O’Neill
New Southside Speedway operator to spend at least $2M to reopen shuttered racetrack
With an agreement now finalized to reopen Southside Speedway, Chesterfield officials and the track’s new operating group took a victory lap on Tuesday to mark the milestone.
Plans to bring back racing to Southside Speedway revealed
Competitive Racing Investments LLC has revealed plans to bring back racing to Southside Speedway after it closed in 2020 during the pandemic.Back in February, Chesterfield’s Economic Development Authority entered into a 20-year lease-to-purchase agreement with CRI.
The return of racing to Southside Speedway
Chesterfield County last week finalized a 20-year lease-to-purchase agreement for Competitive Racing Investments, an investor group, to take over Southside Speedway. Why it matters: The deal will bring Friday night car racing back to Chesterfield for the first time in six years.
Short Track Weekly: Virginia’s Southside Speedway Could Return as Soon as 2026
Lin O'Neill was banned for life from Southside Speedway. Now he's leading the charge to bring the Virginia short track back to life.
Southside Speedway leased to group looking to bring racing back to the track
Southside Speedway is on its way to making a comeback after more than four years following a lease-purchase agreement between the Chesterfield Economic Development Authority and Competitive Racing Investments LLC.
Race fans revved up over Southside Speedway rebirth: 'It was fun, so much fun'
Chesterfield County leaders believe their partnership with Competitive Racing Investments LLC (CRI) will help revive racing and significantly enhance sports tourism in the area, particularly with the nearby River City Sports Complex. For families who have made attending races a cherished tradition, this return holds special meaning.
Southside Speedway returns with racing, revitalization and more
After a four-year hiatus, Southside Speedway is officially bringing races back to Chesterfield alongside several planned improvements to the track.
Southside Speedway set to reopen, bringing Friday night racing back to Chesterfield
After nearly five years of silence, the roar of engines and the cheers from racing fans will fill the air at Southside Speedway again. " "It was a Friday night rush," said former racer Eddie Johnson recalled.
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Chesterfield shares new details about reopening Southside Speedway
Earlier this month, Richmond BizSense reported that the Chesterfield Economic Development Authority and CRI signed a 20-year lease-to-purchase agreement that allows CRI to assume operations of the ...
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Southside Speedway to get $2M in improvements
While there is no set timetable for the Chesterfield speedway to reopen, Competitive Racing Investments LLC is shooting for completion between 2026 and 2027.
Community excited for Southside Speedway future
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Abandoned NASCAR track which produced Denny Hamlin being revived at $2M cost
Southside Speedway, which produced Denny Hamlin, will reopen following an agreement between Chesterfield County officials and ...
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Emotions Run Raw at Revived Short-Track as ‘Banned’ New Owner Breaks Silence on Hatchet Amid New Future
If not, Jeff and I might have to put our helmets back on and sort it out on the track again.” This was the line from a banned ...