Autobahn Country Club North Circuit
The Autobahn Country Club in Joliet, Illinois, 30 miles southwest of Chicago, is the first-ever racing club of its kind founded in the United States. As the name suggests, this motorsports complex operates as a country club for motorsports fans on a membership basis. Members can race their cars on the track, attend third-party racing events in the club and even build their garages and condos in the complex. The road course opened its doors in October 2004, following a design by the South African track architect Alan Wilson. Autobahn Country Club is available year-round, hosting local competitions among its members and events for SCCA, PCA, NASA, etc.
There are two independent tracks, the 1.45-mile North Circuit and the 2.09-mile South Circuit, which combine to form the 3.56-mile Full Circuit. The average speed is very similar for the three possible configurations, floating around 75-80 mph. The club also offers a skidpad and a half-mile kart track. The road course consists of several straight segments and a majority of sharp turns, with plenty of overtaking spots, heavy braking zones, and fast acceleration segments, which contribute to an exciting layout for high-profile racing.
The North Circuit at Autobahn Country Club in Illinois utilizes the northern routing at this exclusive private motorsport club in Joliet serving the Chicago metropolitan area. The North designation indicates a specific layout focusing on particular sections of the property, creating distinct technical characteristics and circuit length appropriate for member driving experiences and club events. This configuration demonstrates Autobahn Country Club's comprehensive infrastructure supporting varied layout options.
Operating the North Circuit showcases Autobahn Country Club's role as one of America's premier private racing clubs where multiple configurations serve an affluent membership base seeking diverse track experiences. The facility offers country club amenities integrated with motorsport infrastructure. Illinois' continental climate creates distinct seasonal racing windows with operations primarily April through November. The North Circuit provides specific layout option serving members' varied skill levels and vehicle types, demonstrating the facility's commitment to maximizing member value through configuration diversity at this prestigious Chicago-area motorsport destination.
