Glossary / General

Kota

13 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

“Kota” is shorthand for the Circuit of the Americas track in Austin. It’s a track with lots of turns, so being fast isn’t just about top speed—it’s about how well you handle the corners and tires.

Technical Definition

“Kota” is a common nickname for Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Austin, Texas. COTA is a road-course-style NASCAR stop where braking zones, corner exit traction, and managing tire wear can heavily influence who leads late in the race.

Hear It Discussed

"Also, by the way, if you've ever been to Kota and you've never been into the tower. We've heard a lot of people that said they've never been in the tower."
Debating Reliability, Since Age 13, Trains + Airplanes + Cars | Episode 1,044 Everyday Driver Car Debate 41:01

"Which one might argue is worse, but like like it's fucking I got to drive the zr1 at kota... I think you 176 77 on the back straight."
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"But the amount of progress that Cory has made over the last few months and really all that kind of came to a head at Kota..."
Denny Hamlin Wins All-Star Race at Dover & Charlotte Preview Kevin Harvick's Happy Hour presented by NASCAR on FOX 27:23