Joining Detroit Grand Prix officials, along with representatives from Audi, and race sponsor Bosch, was two-time American Le Mans Series champion, driver of the Audi R10 LMP1, Allan McNish. McNish was extremely enthusiastic about the venue and the potential competitiveness of the track. McNish concurred with race officials that the design of the track and the attention to detail showed all the makings of a great race track. McNish was especially impressed with the widening of the turns and the increased visibility for the drivers.