Lurcy-Levis circuit
Lurcy-Levis circuit Large Circuit is 2.6 km, 11 turns, clockwise. Fastest recorded lap: 1:05.450 (Honda S2000 AP1 2001).
The Lurcy-Levis Circuit is a test track with a highly technical 1.61-mile (2.59-km) trajectory designed with input from Formula 1 teams and automakers such as Scuderia Ferrari, Renault, Peugeot, etc. to challenge the maneuverability capabilities of top-notch vehicles. The ten corners of Lurcy-Levis come with different radii, length, banking, and inclination, serving as a benchmark for a driver's or a car's handling skills/properties. There is also a 1500 meter (4921 feet) straight in the racetrack, ideal for measuring the prototype's 0-100 km/h times, top-speeds, braking performance, etc. The town of Lurcy Levis is deep inland France, far away from the sea, and its Continental climate is perfect for a testing site as it features diverse environmental conditions throughout the year.
The Lurcy-Levis Circuit, unlike the majority of the racetracks, starts/finishes on a curve instead of a straight segment. There are no racing events in the circuit's calendar, as only product testing or driver training activities are allowed. It is necessary to book a reservation with months of anticipation to use the track. The track surface is smooth and well kept, and it may be wet or dry depending on the season. The average speed in the circuit (excluding the 1.5 km straight) is 83 mph (133 km/h).
Lurcy-Levis circuit averages 26°C highs in July and 2°C lows in January, with moderate rainfall. The driest, most reliable track-day weather runs March–October.
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