A lot of the big names have retired, and with them many of the fans too. Disposable income is down as well, plus in this area a lack of options close to the track for dining, entertainment, lodging etc. Driving by the track I've noticed a huge change in the camper lot as well. 10 years ago it looked like a rolling junkyard, now it's all high end campers. People who don't have the extra money aren't attending the races, and not to stereotype, but it seems like nascar has been a lower middle class spectator sport, and those are the people who don't have the extra cash for tickets.
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