Nevada Open Road Challenge Road Race

The fastest road race in the world is the Silver State Classic Challenge held on Nevada’s Route 318, with a record average race speed of 353.48 km/h (219.6430 mph), achieved by Robert Allyn (driver, USA) and David Bauer (navigator, USA) during the 2017 Nevada Open Road Challenge on 21 May 2017.

What types of racing events does SSCC host?
SSCC offers two different Open Road Racing event formats. The NORC, held every third Sunday in May, is a two-way event, totaling 119.78 miles (59.89 each way), with the NORC Awards Banquet held in Ely, Nevada. The SSCC, held every third Sunday in September, is our classic 90-mile, one-way event, with the SSCC Awards Banquet held in Las Vegas, Nevada. SSCC also hosts companion One-Mile and Half-Mile Shootout events on both race weekends.

Who can enter an SSCC event?
SSCC events are open to anyone 18 years of age or over with a valid driver’s license, a vehicle and safety gear that can pass our technical inspection process.
What type of vehicles may compete in SSCC events?
Just about any type of closed-fender vehicle with four wheels or more may enter an SSCC event. We have hosted everything from Ferraris to Pickups, Panteras to Saturns, and Tesla EVs to a Prius. We’ve even had vintage big rigs, and scores of former NASCAR competition vehicles. Just about every production marque ever made has shown up to race down Highway 318.

Do SSCC events allow spectators?
Unfortunately, there are no spectator areas to view our events. You may, however, obtain a front row seat for our events by volunteering to be a course worker. Course workers are required to secure gates along Highway 318. Course workers are also invited to participate in all event activities, including the SSCC Press Luncheon in Las Vegas, the Caravan from Las Vegas to Ely, the Parade of Cars, The Welcome Reception, Car Show, Awards Banquet, and any other events. However, there is a minimal cover charge for the Awards Banquet. Please view our Course Workers page to volunteer.