» This article describes the use of a track for sport. For other uses, see Race track (disambiguation). A race track (or 'racetrack' or 'racing track') is a purpose-built facility for racing of animals (eg. horse racing or greyhound racing), automobiles, motorcycles or athletes. A race track may also feature grandstands or concourses. Some motorsport tracks are called speedways. A racetrack is a permanent facility or building. Racecourse is an alternate term for a horse racing track, found in c… (More on Racetrack)