Mach 1 Raceway

Mach 1 Raceway is a family-operated slot-car raceway and retail store in Appomattox featuring five tracks: an oval, three road courses and a 1,000 ft scale drag strip. The venue opened in 2019 and runs public sessions, classes and scheduled races.

The facility offers rental cars, controllers and track time for newcomers, plus a retail counter for parts and hobby supplies. It’s located in the Triangle Plaza and publishes a calendar of events; customers are asked to call for exact hours.

You’ll spend time racing slot cars on several track types and can watch scheduled competitive events.

On the track:

• Rent cars and controllers on-site; no personal gear required.
• Choose from an oval, three road courses or the long scale drag strip for straight-line runs.
• Public sessions, novice-to-pro classes and club races run on a published calendar.
• Retail counter stocks replacement parts, bodies and hobby supplies for repairs or upgrades.

Plan ahead:

• Hours vary; call (434) 941-6384 or check the venue calendar before visiting.
• Arrive a few minutes early to sign waivers and get briefed on controls and rules.

• Address: 185 Old Courthouse Rd, Appomattox, VA 24522.
• Closed Mon–Tue; Wed–Sun hours vary—call for the day’s schedule.
• Rental cars and controllers available; bring closed-toe shoes for pit area.
• The venue runs scheduled events and classes—check calendar for race days.