Chase Briscoe has unveiled exclusive details on the upcoming Chase Briscoe San Diego NASCAR track, offering fans a glimpse of what to expect from this transformative circuit at Naval Base Coronado. Speaking recently on SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, the Joe Gibbs Racing driver shared his enthusiasm for the innovative layout, which is set to debut in June 2026 and promises to change the street racing landscape with its extraordinary design.
Briscoe Shares Insight Into Track Design and Features
During his radio interview, Briscoe described the experience of touring the proposed layout, highlighting the unique aspects of the track. He explained the integration of the military runways as a foundational element, which creates an unusually wide racing surface not seen in traditional street circuits.
“I know they showed the picture in the video, and as far as I understand, that’s the plan, to use that racetrack. … Just driving around the base, the runway part of it’s obviously going to be extremely wide,”
—Chase Briscoe, Driver
This increased width provides several racing lines, defying the norm of narrow, restrictive street courses. The layout, as showcased in NASCAR’s promotional footage, emphasizes cars accelerating past aircraft carriers along massive stretches of tarmac. Briscoe stressed that such a setup is tailored for high-speed action and superior passing opportunities.
“a lot of long straightaways with braking zones.”
—Chase Briscoe, Driver
He drew comparisons to established large circuits by noting the overall scale of the design. At over three miles long, the track size parallels iconic venues on the calendar, giving NASCAR substantial flexibility to mix purpose-built sections with existing roadways within the base’s infrastructure. Briscoe stated,
“The other big takeaway is just how big it is. It’s over three miles long, so it’s almost like a Road America-sized racetrack,”
—Chase Briscoe, Driver
The result is a dynamic course that sits at the intersection of road and street courses. Addressing its classification, Briscoe clarified,
“It’s just gonna be a really well put-together road course. We’re gonna call it a street course, obviously, but for the most part, it is gonna be a road course because you’re gonna be on runway and stuff like that.”
—Chase Briscoe, Driver
His remarks were supported by NASCAR executive Ben Kennedy, who previously noted that the layout features purpose-built technical challenges, including hairpins, chicanes, and S-turns across the expansive runways.
San Diego’s Military Venue Sets the Stage for Groundbreaking Racing
The Naval Base Coronado setting brings an unprecedented backdrop to NASCAR, resolving some of the major limitations of traditional street racing. Where congested environment made passing nearly impossible—like in Chicago—the sprawling military base now allows drivers to race side-by-side through sweeping corners.
“There are obviously things that can change with a street course and all these things. I think it’s gonna race really well,”
—Chase Briscoe, Driver
Beyond the technical aspects, the location itself stands out. NASCAR’s promotional materials, featuring cars darting by fighter jets and aircraft carriers on active runways, reflect the authentic sights drivers will encounter. Briscoe voiced his anticipation for the immersive setting, saying,
“It’s gonna be really fun to get out there and just be a part of the base and see all the scenery that’s there,”
—Chase Briscoe, Driver
However, the scale of the San Diego track will test drivers in new ways. At over three miles, the course will demand endurance and adaptability, as they navigate a blend of high-speed straightaways and tight technical zones around the base. Recent promotional content showcasing drivers channeling a “Need for speed!” attitude now fits perfectly with Briscoe’s vision for the event.
With the layout still being refined through advanced iRacing simulations, Briscoe’s firsthand information points to a fundamental shift in how NASCAR approaches street racing. The design merges military efficiency with a commitment to on-track excitement, delivering on Ben Kennedy’s promise that the race will be
“unlike anything they’ve had in the past around the base.”
For Briscoe and his peers, the width and speed available at Naval Base Coronado mark a game-changing evolution for the sport.
This upcoming Chase Briscoe San Diego NASCAR track not only signals a new era for street racing with its size and technical sophistication, but it also places San Diego at the forefront of NASCAR’s innovation, ensuring fans and drivers alike witness an event unlike any before.
