Tar Heel Speedway

Randleman, NC, USA

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3
Total Races
1
Years Active
0.25 mi
Track Length
Track Information Short Track dirt
First Race
1963
Last Race
1963
Total Races
3
Years Active
1

Length
0.25 mi
Type
short
Surface
dirt

Top Drivers at Tar Heel Speedway

Jim Paschal leads all drivers at Tar Heel Speedway with 2 wins across 3 starts.

All-time stats across Cup, O'Reilly & Trucks (min 3 starts)

Driver Races Wins Avg Finish
Jim Paschal 3 2 6
Richard Petty 3 1 8.3
Joe Weatherly 3 0 2
Jimmy Pardue 3 0 8
Curtis Crider 3 0 10.3

Race Winners (1963-1963)

Tar Heel Speedway has crowned 2 different Cup Series winners since 1963.

Year Race Winner
1963 Turkey Day 200 Jim Paschal
1963 50 Miles at Tar Heel Speedway Jim Paschal
1963 50 Miles at Tar Heel Speedway Richard Petty

Race Dynamics

Short Track

Short tracks feature close-quarters racing with higher caution rates. Aggressive drivers and bump-and-run tactics thrive here. Strong restarts and late-race speed are essential. Track-specific history matters more here than at any other track type.

Top Rated Drivers at Tar Heel Speedway

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Tar Heel Speedway?
Tar Heel Speedway is a 0.25-mile short with a dirt surface.
How many NASCAR races have been held at Tar Heel Speedway?
Tar Heel Speedway has hosted 3 NASCAR Cup Series races from 1963 to 1963.
When was the first NASCAR race at Tar Heel Speedway?
The first NASCAR Cup Series race at Tar Heel Speedway was held in 1963.
Who has the most wins at Tar Heel Speedway?
Jim Paschal has the most wins at Tar Heel Speedway with 2 victories since 1963. Last win: 1963.
Is Tar Heel Speedway on the 2026 NASCAR schedule?
No. Tar Heel Speedway is not on the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series schedule.
What type of track is Tar Heel Speedway?
Tar Heel Speedway is a short. Short tracks are under 1 mile, featuring close-quarters, contact-heavy racing.