Autódromo Martín Miguel de Güemes is a motorsports circuit located on the east of
Salta
Salta () is the capital and largest city in the Provinces of Argentina, Argentine province of Salta Province, the same name. With a population of 618,375 according to the 2010 census, it is also the List of cities in Argentina, 7th most-populous ...
. The circuit has hosted national events, such as
TC2000 Championship
The TC2000 (''Turismo Competición 2000'', formerly ''Súper TC2000'') is a touring car racing series held in Argentina since 1979.
Rules
Prior to 2012, engines of up to were allowed, with only limited modifications from standard engines ...
, and
Top Race V6
Top Race V6 is a touring car race series held in Argentina. It was founded in 1997.
The cars
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recently. The circuit was named after
Martín Miguel de Güemes
Martín Miguel de Güemes (8 February 1785 – 17 June 1821) was a military leader and popular caudillo who defended northwestern Argentina from the Spanish royalist army during the Argentine War of Independence.
Biography
Güemes was born in ...
, a local hero born in that city.
The circuit was built in 1974 and renovated in 2003.
Lap records
As of November 2012, the fastest official race lap records at the Autódromo Martín Miguel de Güemes are listed as:
References
Motorsport venues in Salta Province
1974 establishments in Argentina
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