Wilson County zoning board hears objections as Speedway seeks year‑round auto‑sales approval

National Super Speedway asked the Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals to allow a year‑round auto‑sales designation for the Speedway property so the track could host a four‑day automotive auction, a move that drew sustained neighborhood concern about traffic and access.

Austin Hahn, representing the Speedway, told the board the proposed auction would be a single four‑day event held in the track’s infield and would require the Tennessee dealer’s and auction licenses that in practice require year‑round zoning. "This event is expected to draw close to 20,000 people and generate roughly $25,000,000 in auto sales," Hahn said, adding the estimate includes ticketing, hotel occupancy and on‑site sales. He said the Speedway would coordinate traffic control, security and emergency services with local authorities.

Staff noted that auto sales are not a listed use…