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The Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli kicks off fall at VIRginia International Raceway for the penultimate race of the 2024 season. VIR is a track that goes back to the very beginning, as Trans …
The Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli starts fall at VIRginia International Raceway for the penultimate race of the 2024 season, continuing a long history with the track dating back to 1966. This year at VIR, the championship battles in the TA class, CUBE 3 Architecture TA2 Series, TA2 Rookie of the Year, and Young Gun competitions are all fiercely contested and unpredictable. Many veteran drivers on the entry list have tasted victory at VIR, including Lee Saunders with three wins and Connor Zilisch, who achieved a historic double win in both TA and TA2 classes last year. The weekend promises exciting racing with past winners like Chris Dyson, Danny Lowry, and Billy Griffin returning to the track, along with newcomers and rising talents eager to make their mark at the iconic VIR circuit. Notable drivers like Jared Odrick, Barry Boes, Ben Maier, and others have found success at VIR in different racing series, adding to the diverse and competitive field at this prestigious event. One of the highlights of the weekend will be Thomas Annunziata’s TA debut, as the CUBE 3 Architecture TA2 Series driver steps up to challenge in a TA car for the first time, showcasing the depth of talent and excitement that the Trans Am Series brings to motorsports fans at VIRginia International Raceway.
