2011 Dodge Viper Cup Series Calendar Announced

Chrysler has just announced in an official press release that the Dodge Viper Cup Series will be continued in 2011, with the first race to take place at Sebring International Raceway in Sebring, Fla. on May 13. The Dodge Viper ACR-X that will be raced in the competition will also be on display at the Performance Racing Industry show in Orlando, Fla. on Saturday, December 11, the company said in the statement.

“The first season of Dodge Viper Cup series was simply awesome and a great learning experience,” said Ralph Gilles, President and CEO of Dodge Car Brand. “We’re going to keep building on that momentum in 2011 with an expanded contingency program, a reduction in entry fees and the continuation of our successful celebrity driver and charity payout programs to once again generate lots of serious excitement for all Viper enthusiasts.”

The specially-tuned Viper is powered by a 8.4l V10, developing 640 hp, 40 hp more than the regular production version. Of course, there are several differences as compared to the production versions, including the suspension which has also been modified and upgraded specifically for on-track usage. The weight has been reduced by 160 pounds, while additional aerodynamic upgrades improve downforce.

This is the official calendar for the 2011 Dodge Viper Cup Series:

May 13-15 at Sebring International Raceway, Sebring, Fla.
June 10-12 at New Jersey Motorsports Park, Millville, N.J.
July 8-10 at Virginia International Raceway, Alton, Va.
Sept. 2-4 at Texas World Speedway, College Station, Texas
Oct. 21-23 at Daytona International Speedway, Daytona, Fla.