Reviving a Legend: Singer Vehicle Design & Willow Springs' Historic Makeover
Nestled in the high desert of Rosamond, California, Willow Springs International Raceway holds a sacred place in motorsport history. As America’s oldest permanent road course—its main 2.5-mile "Big Willow" track untouched since 1953—it’s long been cherished as “The Fastest Road in the West”.
In April 2025, a visionary duo—CrossHarbor Capital Partners and Singer Vehicle Design—sealed the future of this iconic track by acquiring Willow Springs. Their mission? To preserve its legacy while elevating the venue into a world-class motorsports and automotive lifestyle destination.
At the heart of the transformation is Singer’s entry into hospitality. The company, famed for breathing new soul into vintage Porsche 911s, is establishing its first-ever private members’ club on-site. This exclusive enclave will welcome Singer clients and fellow automotive aficionados for track days, bespoke driving engagements, and curated hospitality—bringing California’s car culture closer than ever.
Singer and CrossHarbor aren’t stopping at elegant hospitality. Their vision includes:
Enhanced track safety and design—courtesy of Formula 1 veteran Alex Wurz, optimizing layouts for speed and security.
Best-in-class operations—with Sonoma Raceway (a Speedway Motorsports affiliate) leading day-to-day track management.
Off-track experiences to match—designed by master planners Hart Howerton, featuring a museum, retail, car storage, restoration, and R&D hubs.
These enhancements, coupled with improved F&B facilities and expanded event programming, promise to elevate Willow Springs into a premier destination that honors its storied past while embracing tomorrow.
Willow Springs has long been a quiet sanctuary for high-speed testing, local racers, and Hollywood cinema—featured in films like The Love Bug and Ford v Ferrari. This revitalization underlines a rare commitment: safeguarding motorsport heritage and making it accessible and compelling for 21st-century car lovers.
Green Flag Hospitality and fans can look forward to a sleek fusion of vintage motorsport and modern luxury. Whether your guests are collectors, racing enthusiasts, or simply seekers of exclusive automotive experiences, Willow Springs’ renaissance promises a hospitality experience with real pedigree.
