2026 ACTC TC Round 5 Termas de Río Hondo | Automotive Experience
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2026 ACTC TC Round 5 Termas de Río Hondo
Termas de Río Hondo, Santiago del Estero, Argentina2026-05-10
About This Event
The world's oldest continuously active auto racing championship, established under the Argentine Automobile Club in 1937 and racing since as Turismo Carretera. A fifth-round Regular Stage visit to the 4.4km perimetral circuit at Termas de Río Hondo — the short layout with a 1,300-meter main straight alongside the Río Hondo reservoir.
What to Expect
First perimetral circuit race after eight years away from the short layout
Twenty-five lap final covering 111 kilometers on the 4,430-meter circuit
Saturday qualifying followed by three short heat races on Sunday determining final grid
TC Pista support category racing alongside main Turismo Carretera competition
Constant overtaking opportunities on the 1,300-meter main straight where races start
Best Way to Experience It
Main straight provides the weekend's primary overtaking zone after long slipstream runs
Hot sunny climate typical for Santiago del Estero — sunscreen and hat essential
Good to Know
Canal 9 broadcasts all sessions live from late morning onward
Circuit parking accommodates 25,000 vehicles on site
Mobile tickets accepted though printed backup recommended for reliability
Re-entry requires security tag validation when leaving circuit during day
Is This Event Right For You?
Best fit if you value motorsport heritage — world's oldest continuously active auto racing series since 1937, 20th edition at Termas since 2008 circuit inauguration, Argentina's most popular domestic championship.
Best fit if you enjoy championship racing — Round 5 of 15-race season, 4.430-meter short circuit features extensive 1300-meter straight enabling side-by-side racing, multiple overtaking opportunities with 16-meter track width.
Best fit if you like passionate fan atmosphere — 50,000-spectator capacity draws Argentina's largest TC crowds, children under 10 enter free, family-friendly environment with camping and grandstand options, broadcast live nationally on Canal 9.
Not ideal if you prefer internationally-focused events — domestic Argentine championship with Spanish-language commentary and limited international press coverage, paddock and driver communications primarily in Spanish, focuses on national motorsport culture.
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Permanent CircuitBeginner Friendlylivestream available