Global Time Attack showcases bright minds and skilled drivers
Unlike wheel-to-wheel racing, time attack is a pure battle against the stopwatch: one driver, one car, one goal — the fastest single lap. Global Time Attack events attract a breathtaking variety of platforms; from brutal purpose-built prototypes to highly evolved road cars with enormous aero and tire footprints. That mix of creativity, engineering, and audacity is part of what keeps enthusiasts coming back year after year.
For 2026, organizers are leaning into that ethos even harder — fostering fierce competition, pushing boundaries in vehicle prep and driver skill, and elevating the atmosphere around each event with a calendar that spans the West Coast and Pacific Northwest. Here’s a rundown of the three marquee stops on the 2026 Global Time Attack calendar — a season designed to test machines and crews across distinct track layouts and conditions:
May 30-31 – GTA at Thunderhill Raceway Park (East Circuit)
Set in California’s Central Valley, Thunderhill’s East Circuit is flowing, rhythmic, and unforgiving. It rewards precision and outright speed in equal measure. This season opener is a chance for teams to shake off the offseason rust and make their intentions clear for the championship battle.
August 22-23 – GTA Speed Summit at The Ridge Motorsports Park
High in the forests of Washington State, The Ridge is as scenic as it is technical. Fast sweepers mix with tricky elevation changes, making it a favorite among drivers who like to balance outright power with mechanical grip and bravery. The Speed Summit also brings a vibrant community vibe, with paddock camaraderie that’s become a GTA trademark.
November 14-15 – GTA Finals at Buttonwillow Raceway Park (CW13)
Few layouts in the U.S. are as revered in time attack circles as Buttonwillow’s Clockwise 13 configuration. Tight technical corners, long throttle zones, and brutal brakes make CW13 the perfect place to crown a season’s worth of effort — and possibly set new lap records in the process.
What Makes GTA Special?
What sets Global Time Attack apart from other time attack or grassroots motorsport series isn’t just the competition — it’s the culture. The paddock feels like a rolling car meet at every stop: passionate builders comparing data, tuners swapping setup tricks, and a shared obsession with extracting every tenth of a second from tire, chassis, and asphalt. The mix of professional level entries and hardcore grassroots efforts gives the championship a unique diversity that’s rare even in performance motorsport circles.
Whether you’re a driver, crew chief, or fan with a cooler and camp chair, 2026’s Global Time Attack season promises thrilling laps, fierce battles, and that unforgettable blend of speed and community that keeps automotive enthusiasm alive on and off the track. Visit https://globaltimeattack.com/ or https://www.facebook.com/GlobalTimeAttack to learn more about Global Time Attack and keep tabs on all the action.
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