First appearing on the Australian motorsport calendar in 1991, the Gold Coast street circuit is a high speed, concrete-lined, thrill ride that was shortened for the new look event in 2010.
The temporary street track has proven to create carnage in the past, particularly when drivers don't show the patience required for victory.
The Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500 circuit sees the track cover 2.96km. The layout allows for better spectacle, providing fans with great on-track action and entertainment value.
The track layout and design means is designed to reduce disruption to the local traffic and residents.
Length | 2.96km |
Direction | Anti-Clockwise |
Average Speed | 146km/h |
Top Speed | 265km/h |
Fastest Point | Approach to turn 1 |
Slowest Point | Turn 4 & Turn 15 |