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Races2U participates in so many trade shows all over the country, and it seems like we are on the road to places like Las Vegas or Orlando all the time. While not well-known for its trade shows, the Super-computing 15 trade show and conference was held right here in our hometown of Austin, Texas, and…

2015 marked the 10th year of the Ferrari Festival at Highland Village in Houston, Texas.  This is one of the largest gatherings of these unique and universally admired high-performance Italian sports cars on the planet, and the proceeds benefit the Texas Children’s Cancer Center.  This year saw the largest turnout ever, as well as the…

It is perhaps no coincidence, and a great pride and honor that on this Veteran’s Day, Races2U has been invited to participate in the American Sniper Shootout, a fundraiser for the Chris Kyle Frog Foundation.  Most Americans became familiar with the name Chris Kyle after the incredible success of the “American Sniper” movie.  As a…

Remember to Save the Date for VICTORY LANE AT VANDEGRIFT Car, Truck and Bike Show. November 14th from 10am – 2pm. We will have Nationally-Acclaimed Show Cars from Customs and Hot Rods of Andice on Display! The Future Farmers of America (FFA) of Vandergrift High School in North Austin are sponsoring this show to raise money for…

One of the great things about racing slot cars is we get to meet so many interesting people that love cars like we do.  One of these people is the very talented artist Shannon Fannin.  Although she paints many different subjects, her talent and passion really shine when she paints automobiles.  Her skill and attention…

We just received our shipment of Carrera Lamborghini Huracan cars, and we were so excited to put one on the track.  Here is a video of the Carrera Huracan vs. the Scalextric Aventador on our quarter-mile drag strip.  Both of these are now available for sale in our retail store or online.  Click here for…

Top alternative racing events With all of the excitement over the Formula One race in Austin, it seems like a good idea to have a look around to see what alternative racing events are out there. And no matter how unusual the event is, the concept is the same – the first person to cross…

*Mountainside not included, but we can build it for you! In-store and online soon!

We often hear the comment- “Too bad you don’t serve alcohol…” at Races2U.  It’s true, we don’t have a liquor license.  However, we do permit outside food and beverages, including the adult kind.  If you don’t want to pay $10 for a warm beer out in the rain waiting for a race, bring your own…