CONCORD, N.C. The highly anticipated opening of the Ten Tenths Motor Club will include the circuits first-ever sanctioned race when the Historic Trans-Am Series hosts its season-opening event during the Heritage Invitational April 3-5.

Historic Trans-Am racing celebrates the golden era of American motorsport, featuring the legendary muscle cars not reproductions that ruled the tracks from the late 1960s to early 1970s.

These meticulously restored machines, driven by passionate racers, will bring a mix of speed and nostalgia to the short course at the all-new Ten Tenths Motor Club for two days of racing before going on display as part of the third annual Heritage Invitational concours.

The Heritage Invitational was created to celebrate car culture and community, Greg Walter, President and General Manager, Charlotte Motor Speedway said. With the expansion to three days this year, were thrilled to bring a new element to the weekend through on-track events.

The Historic Trans Am Series is the perfect way to highlight automotive history and speed while showcasing our innovative new circuit.

Racers will take to the innovative 13-turn, 1.1-mile short course for the first time during practice sessions on April 3. Final practice, qualifying and two feature races one racing clockwise around the circuit and the second counterclockwise will take place on April 4.

On April 5, the iconic machines will be staged for viewing in conjunction with the Heritage Invitational concours.