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Circuit of The Americas

Elroy, Texas 103 dB

Per Chin Track Days

Noise limit
no limit
Noise details
No noise restrictions at COTA (Chin page as of 2026-10-16; appears outdated vs the 103 dB zone other organizers report from COTA.)
Measurement
Not yet verified
Convertibles / roll bar
Must have factory roll-over protection or aftermarket protection on all convertibles.
Helmet
Snell SA or FIA rating required.
Passengers / instructors
Registered passengers may ride along with eligible solo-qualified drivers. Passenger registration is available at the event. 18yo minimum age. Please plan on having a state issued ID available.

Source: https://chintrackdays.com/cota.aspx · checked 2026-10-16

Per Edge Addicts (organizer, relaying COTA)

Noise limit
103 dB
Noise details
COTA has issued a 103 dB noise restriction for track events, enforced from the approach to Turn 19 through to start/finish. Over the limit: warning, allowed to adjust and go back out; repeat offenders not allowed to continue. General track-event rule (not event-specific).
Measurement
Zone-based (Turn 19 to start/finish)
Convertibles / roll bar
Not yet verified
Helmet
Not yet verified
Passengers / instructors
Not yet verified

Source: https://www.edgeaddicts.com/noise-restrictions · checked 2026-10-16

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