The Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas will hold the 2012 United States Grand Prix.
| Lap data | |
| Lap length | 5.516km (3.427 miles) |
| Race laps | 56 |
| Race distance | 308.896km (191.939 miles) |
| Pole position | Right-hand side of the track |
| DRS zone/s (race) | Longest straight |
| Car performance | |
| Maximum speed | 315kph* |
| Full throttle | 60%* |
| Downforce level | High |
| Gear changes per lap | 58* |
| Strategy | |
| 2012 prime tyre: | Medium |
| 2012 option tyre: | Hard |
*Estimate
Data sources: FIA, Williams, Mercedes
Circuit of the Americas track map
