At Bristol Motor Speedway, the roar of every lap is felt by the thousands of fans packed into the "Last Great Colosseum." For Chris Buescher and the No. 17 Trimble Ford Mustang Dark Horse, success on the steep concrete surface requires precision, focus, and seamless communication. That same standard applies beyond the track for engineering teams across the Tri-Cities, who turn to Trimble technology for a strong finish.
Transforming the "Last Great Colosseum" with digital construction
In the summer of 2025, Bristol Motor Speedway achieved a feat of engineering theater, transforming its famous concrete oval into Tennessee’s first-ever Major League Baseball venue. In just 32 days, crews reshaped the infield, moving 18,000 tons of gravel—enough to fill over 700 dump trucks-to create a perfectly level playing surface where none existed before.
Local crews used Trimble civil construction technology to make sure every baseline was exact and the complex drainage systems beneath the grass were perfectly aligned. But the real impact was felt when the gates opened and this legendary arena swapped the roar of engines for the crack of the bat. After the game, the precision didn't go to waste. The professional-grade turf—the same specialized surface used at top-tier MLB stadiums—was donated to East Tennessee State University, where it will support local athletes for years to come.
