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Brandon Overton Announces Plans To Follow World Of Outlaws Late Model Series, Joins Impressive 2015 Rookie Class

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Brandon Overton Announces Plans To Follow World Of Outlaws Late Model Series, Joins Impressive 2015 Rookie Class Up-And-Coming Georgia Driver Hopes Strong February Performances Lead To Successful First National Touring Season CONCORD, N.C. - March 13, 2015 - Brandon Overton didn't get enough of the World of Outlaws Late Model Series when the national tour visited his home region in February so he's making plans to join the series on the road. The 23-year-old standout from Appleton, Ga., has officially entered this year's WoO LMS Rookie of the Year chase and will be eligible for the $10,000 prize awarded…

New SpeedSTR Alliance – Weaver & Iulg Set To Compete At Kutztown’s Action Track USA

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Kutztown, PA - "It's kind of neat that three old Modified guys have come together to form this team." That's how Tim Iulg, the youngest member of a new SpeedSTR alliance, described the joint venture between Wayne Weaver, Richie Pratt Sr., and Gary Iulg. Tim, the Bridgeton, NJ 600cc Sprint veteran, will be the pilot of Pratt's No. 28 as he makes his USAC Championship SpeedSTR debut at the JeffreyHogueRealtor.com Action Track USA when the clay oval on the Kutztown Fairgrounds opens for business on Wednesday, May 13. Weaver, a staunch supporter of the Tobias built SpeedSTR's…

STEWART COMPLETES PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR ALL STAR CIRCUIT OF CHAMPIONS

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STEWART COMPLETES PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR ALL STAR CIRCUIT OF CHAMPIONS DON GRABEY HIRED AS SERIES DIRECTOR; POINTS SEASON STARTS MARCH 28 AT ATOMIC SPEEDWAY INDIANAPOLIS (March 12, 2015) - Tony Stewart is officially the new owner of the All Star Circuit of Champions. The agreement closed early this afternoon. In addition, veteran race official Don Grabey was hired as Series Director. "First off, I'm ecstatic that we got the paperwork signed and we own the All Star Circuit of Champions," Stewart said. "Further, I'm excited to have Don join the team. He is a great addition and will have…

Jeremy Lavoie Moving Up to Limited Late Models at Stafford Speedway

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(Stafford Springs, CT)---After taking a year away from racing, Windsor Locks native Jeremy Lavoie is ready to get back in the saddle at Stafford Speedway. Lavoie got started in the DARE Stock division 2012 and in 2013 he won 4 races and challenged for the championship. The 2015 season will see Lavoie move up to the Limited Late Model division and challenge for R.A.D. Automachine / T/A Engines Rookie of the Year honors. “I’m excited to get back in the car,” said Lavoie. “I’m a little nervous, but I’m sure that will all go away once I get strapped in. …

Veteran Jeff Baral Looking for Win in Return to SK Modified® Competition at Stafford Motor Speedway

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(Stafford Springs, CT)---When a driver makes a return to racing after taking some time away, the driver can either pick back up where they left off, or they can experience some growing pains. For Plantsville native Jeff Baral, he is hoping for the former. Baral will make his return to the SK Modified® division after sitting out the 2012, 2013, and 2014 seasons and he is looking to put his familiar #18 back in NAPA Victory Lane. “I’ve always wanted to be racing but I have two little daughters that I was trying to spend time with,” said Baral. “They’re…

Anthony Ryan, Jr. Ready to Join the SPAFCO SK Modified® Rookie Class at Stafford Speedway

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(Stafford Springs, CT)---After finishing fourth in points during his first full season of Late Model competition at Waterford in 2014, Ridgefield native Anthony Ryan, Jr. will join the 2015 SPAFCO SK Modified® rookie class at Stafford Speedway. Ryan comes to Stafford with an extensive background in karting and the Allison Legacy Series along with his Late Model experience. “I started racing at 5 years old driving go karts,” said Ryan. “I won 2 WKA national championships in 2004 and then ran some Micro Sprints before moving up to Allison Legacy Series. I then ran a part-time schedule until last season…

Analyzing The NAPA Auto Parts Spring Sizzler at Stafford Speedway

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(Stafford Springs, CT)---Stafford Speedway’s NAPA Auto Parts Spring Sizzler is the longest continuously running race on the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour schedule. The race was first run in 1972 and it has served as the kick-off race for each season of racing at the Connecticut half-mile since then. With the race heading towards its 44thannual edition on April 24-26, here is a look at some stats and figures for not only the race itself, but for active modified drivers that will or could possibly be part of the starting grid on Sunday, April 26th. In the race’s 43 year history,…

THE MADNESS IS BACK, LIBERTY TOYOTA SCION IN BURLINGTON RETURNS AS SPONSOR; KICK OFF PARTY PLANNED FOR MAY 1st

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THE MADNESS IS BACK, LIBERTY TOYOTA SCION IN BURLINGTON RETURNS AS SPONSOR; KICK OFF PARTY PLANNED FOR MAY 1st New Egypt, NJ – The May Madness Modified Series will return to New Egypt Speedway in 2015 and Liberty Toyota Scion, located on Route 130 in Burlington, NJ, has returned as a sponsor of the Final Round on Saturday, May 30th. Liberty Toyota Scion has contributed $500 to the overall series point fund along with $500 to the purse for the series finale on May 30th at New Egypt Speedway. The 35-lap, double points finale will now pay $2,700 to win and $325…

Grandview Speedway

WOULD YOU LIKE TO SING THE NATIONAL ANTHEM AT GRANDVIEW?

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BECHTELSVILLE, PA March 12, 2015 . . . Wanted, a few good singers. Grandview Speedway is looking for singers that would like to sing the National Anthem at Saturday night NASCAR stock car racing events during the 2015 season. "In recent years we have relied heavily on the talents of Keith Gerhart to sing the National Anthem and he has done a wonderful job," said track marketing manager Ernie Saxton. "However with his tight schedule we want to welcome others to showcase their talents to the thousands of fans that attend the Saturday night racing events." Interested parties,…

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NEW EGYPT SPEEDWAY FLEA MARKET POSTPONED TO SUNDAY MARCH 15

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New Egypt, NJ - With the weather calling for 100% chance of rain for this Saturday, The New Egypt Speedway Flea Market originally scheduled for March 14th has been rescheduled for Sunday March 15th with a weather date of Sunday March 22nd. Gates will open at 7:30 AM and it's $15.00 to sell with Free Admission for Buyers and Browsers. Vendors must be racing or automotive related to sell with both new and used being welcomed. Any questions call Earl at 732-681-3776 or 732-687-8080

Harvick heads to top track poised to extend streak of dominance

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By Staff Reports NASCAR Wire Service The last time Kevin Harvick finished worse than second in a NASCAR Sprint Cup Series event was Oct. 26, 2014 at Martinsville Speedway – seven races and 137 days ago. Until Harvick's victory at Las Vegas Motor Speedway last Sunday, no driver had finished six straight races in the top two since Jeff Gordon accomplished the feat in 1996. "Any time you say Jeff Gordon in a streak, obviously things are going okay," Harvick said. Don't expect him to slow down. The No. 4 Stewart-Haas Racing Chevrolet driver heads into Sunday's CampingWorld.com 500 at…

Rock Falls Raceway

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[ezcol_1half] [/ezcol_1half][ezcol_1half_end] Location N1790 1000th Street, Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54701 Phone # 715-879-5089 Track Length 1/4 Mile Surface Paved Shape Drag Strip Divisions Raced NHRA, Muscle Cars, Junior Dragster, High School, Sport Compact, Snowmobiles/Bikes Website www.rockfallsraceway.com [/ezcol_1half_end] [xyz-ihs snippet="Bottom-2Large-Block-AdSense-Centered"]

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10 Questions with 2014 NEMA Lite Champion Ryan Krachun

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10 Questions with Ryan Krachun - By: Pete MacDonald It's very rare when someone is a major touring series champion at the age of 15, but that is what Ryan Krachun accomplished last season winning the North Eastern Midget Association (NEMA) Lites title. Ryan is also starting to dabble in some Asphalt Late Model racing down south with the Pro All Star Series (PASS) and is the youngest driver ever to be approved to race a Dirt Modified in the State of New Jersey. I recently had a chance to sit down and do a 10 Questions segment with Ryan…

Great Lakes Dragaway

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[ezcol_1half] [/ezcol_1half][ezcol_1half_end] Location 18411 1st Street, Union Grove, Wisconsin 53182 Phone # 262-878-3783 Track Length 1/4 Mile Surface Paved Shape Drag Strip Divisions Raced IHRA, Super Pro, Pro, Snowmobile/Bike, Street, High School, Junior Dragster Website www.greatlakesdragaway.com [/ezcol_1half_end] [xyz-ihs snippet="Bottom-2Large-Block-AdSense-Centered"]

Kanawha Valley Motorsports Park

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[ezcol_1half] [/ezcol_1half][ezcol_1half_end] Location 25845 Kanawha Valley Road, Southside, West Virginia 25187 Phone # 304-675-6760 Track Length 1/8 Mile Surface Paved Shape Drag Strip Divisions Raced IHRA, Pro, Modified, Super Sport, Bike, Junior Dragster Website www.kanrace.com [/ezcol_1half_end] [xyz-ihs snippet="Bottom-2Large-Block-AdSense-Centered"]

NASCAR National Series News & Notes

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NASCAR SPRINT CUP SERIES Bloomin’ Onions May Become Scarce After NASCAR Visits Phoenix Every time Kevin Harvick finishes in the top 10, customers at Outback Steakhouse can get a Bloomin’ Onion the following day. If there is not a Bloomin’ Onion shortage already – since Harvick is riding a streak of six straight top-two finishes dating back to Texas last year – there will likely be one following Sunday’s CampingWorld.com 500 at Phoenix International Raceway (3:30 p.m. ET on FOX). The No. 4 Stewart-Haas Racing driver has won the last three events at PIR and holds the all-time track…

Lucas Oil I-10 Speedway

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[ezcol_1half] [/ezcol_1half][ezcol_1half_end] Location 591 N. Olive Lake Blvd., Blythe, California 92225 Phone # 760-922-3444 Track Length 1/4 Mile Surface Paved Shape Oval Divisions Raced Bandoleros, Late Models, Street Stock, Factory 4, Factory Stock, Skid Plate Website Visit Our Website! [/ezcol_1half_end] LATEST NEWS: [xyz-ihs snippet="Bottom-2Large-Block-AdSense-Centered"]

Dirt Modifieds

Road To A $15,000 Short Track Super Series Fueled By Hi-Tek Championship Kicks Off Tuesday, April 7 At Orange County Fair Speedway; $30,000 Base Purse Structure, Bonuses & Lap Money Make ‘Hard Clay Open’ A Lucrative Event For Racers

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MIDDLETOWN, NY – The road to a $15,000 championship kicks off Tuesday, April 7 (rain dates: April 8 and 9) at Orange County Fair Speedway. The second edition of the Halmar International 'Hard Clay Open' presented by United Pump & Tank and East Coast Speed/ECS Auto Inc. is headlined by a 50-lap big-block Modified event offering a hefty $30,000 purse structure. The 'Hard Clay Open' kicks off the battle for the Short Track Super Series (STSS) Fueled By Hi-Tek Bob Hilbert Sportswear North Region $15,000 championship. A year ago, Andy Bachetti of Sheffield, Mass., won the 'Hard Clay Open' in…

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Champion offers $500 Gift Certitificate for J&J Auto Racing

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Champion Oil, a recognized leader in purpose-built racing and enthusiast lubricants, announced today a special promotion in conjunction with J&J Auto Racing located in McKenzie, TN. Geared towards Sprint Car Race Teams, Champion is offering through the month of April a $500 Gift Certificate towards the purchase of a new J&J Auto Racing "Deluxe Kit" or a new J&J Auto Racing "Roller Kit". Visit http://www.jandjautoracing.com or call J&J at 1-800-526-5406 for more information on the kits. For nearly 40 years, Jack Elam has been manufacturing racecars. The dedication to quality craftsmanship, attention to detail, and willingness to build exactly what his…

Walla Walla Drag Strip

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[ezcol_1half] [/ezcol_1half] [ezcol_1half_end] Location 1212 Middle Waitsburg Road, Walla Walla, Washington 99362 Phone # 509-301-9243 Track Length 1/8 Mile Surface Concrete Shape Drag Strip Divisions Raced Super Pro, Pro, Sportsman, Junior Dragster Website www.wwdragstrip.com [/ezcol_1half_end] [xyz-ihs snippet="Bottom-2Large-Block-AdSense-Centered"]

Renegade Raceway

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[ezcol_1half] [/ezcol_1half] [ezcol_1half_end] Location 1395 North Track Road, Wapato, Washington 98951 Phone # 509-877-4621 Track Length 1/4 Mile Surface Paved Shape Drag Strip Divisions Raced Super Pro, Pro, Sportsman, Sled/Bike, Junior Dragster, Street Legal, Street Bike, High School Website www.renegaderaceway.com [/ezcol_1half_end] [xyz-ihs snippet="Bottom-2Large-Block-AdSense-Centered"]

Pacific Raceways

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[ezcol_1half] [/ezcol_1half] [ezcol_1half_end] Location 31001 144th Ave SE, Kent, Washington 98042 Phone # 253-639-5927 Track Length 1/4 Mile Surface Paved Shape Drag Strip Divisions Raced NHRA Lucas Oil Divison, High School Drags, Junior Dragster, BC Shifters, Outlaw, Truck, Bikes Website www.pacificraceways.com [/ezcol_1half_end] [xyz-ihs snippet="Bottom-2Large-Block-AdSense-Centered"]

Bremerton Raceway

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[ezcol_1half] [/ezcol_1half] [ezcol_1half_end] Location 2219 SW Pine Road, Port Orchard, Washington 98367 Phone # 360-876-0410 Track Length 1/4 Mile Surface Paved Shape Drag Strip Divisions Raced Outlaw Street, Heavy Street, Hot Street, Dual Index, Modified Street, Real Street Website www.bremertonraceway.com [/ezcol_1half_end] [xyz-ihs snippet="Bottom-2Large-Block-AdSense-Centered"]

Dirt Modifieds

HUGE – 2015 AMERICAN RACER SPORTSMAN MODIFIED CUP PROGRAM ON TAP!

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As the American Racer Sportsman Cup by Sunoco Race Fuels enters its third year in existence, it looks to one again rewards teams for their weekly performance at their home track(s) throughout the 2015 racing season, by giving away product awards throughout the season, culminating in the American Racer Cup Weekend at Five Mile Point in October. The American Racer Cup program will once again be putting up approximately $150,000 in cash and product awards, with regional and overall cash awards in excess of over $50,000 for the upcoming season…here are some highlights:  Pre-season tire certificate giveaways ($85…

IndyCar

INDYCAR to host KV Racing Technology and KVSH Racing on Teleconference

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KV Racing Technology (KVRT) co-owner and 1996 Indy car champion Jimmy Vasser, four-time Indy car champion Sebastien Bourdais (2004-2007) and Verizon IndyCar Series rookie Stefano Coletti will be available on an INDYCAR media teleconference TODAY, March 11 at 2 p.m. (ET). KVRT recently announced that Coletti (No. 4 KV Racing Technology Chevrolet) will join Bourdais (No. 11 KVSH Racing Chevrolet) during the 2015 Verizon IndyCar Series season. WHAT: INDYCAR Teleconference with KV Racing Technology and KVSH Racing GUESTS: Jimmy Vasser, KVRT co-owner Sebastien Bourdais, No. 11 KVSH Racing Chevrolet Stefano Coletti, No. 4 KVRT Chevrolet WHEN: 2 p.m. (ET), TODAY…

NASCAR Lifts Kurt Busch Suspension, Outlines On-Going Requirements

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Daytona Beach, Fla. (March 11, 2015) — NASCAR announced today that, effectively immediately, the indefinite suspension of Kurt Busch has been lifted. He is eligible to return to NASCAR racing under indefinite probation subject to additional mandatory requirements that include but are not limited to participation in a treatment program and full compliance with any judicial requirements placed upon him. On Feb. 20, Kurt Busch, driver of the No. 41 car, was found to be in violation of: Section 12.1.a: Actions detrimental to stock car racing Section 12.8: Behavioral Penalty The decision to lift the suspension was made…

Shark Racing Aims to Turn Heads Once Again in California

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The World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series joins the King of the West Series at Thunderbowl Raceway on March 13 and 14 TULARE, Calif. - March 11, 2015 - This time last year, Shark Racing had its fair share of doubters. Could the team make it west? If it could, could it make it the full season? After a year of proving the critics wrong, Logan Schuchart and Jacob Allen lead their family owned team into its second full World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series season and second West Coast spring swing. "We knew that there were people who…

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Special Event Tickets on Sale Starting Monday

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OHSWEKEN SPEEDWAY PR: SPECIAL EVENT TICKETS ON SALE STARTING MONDAY! (March 10, 2015) - The renewal period for Ohsweken Speedway's 2015 Special Event tickets ends this Friday, March 13, and all remaining tickets will go on sale to the general public at 9:00am on Monday, March 16. Ticket orders can be made 24/7 online at http://ohswekenspeedway.ticketforce.com or by phone between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday at 519 717-0023. Please leave a detailed message if your call goes to the answering machine, and your call will be returned as soon as possible. Events with reserved seating at…

IndyCar

INDYCAR NEWS AND NOTES – March 10, 2015

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Verizon IndyCar Series Headlines: D-A Lubricant returns as RLL Racing sponsor Ergonomic assessment for multiple benefits KV Racing Technology pairs Coletti with veteran Bourdais IMS to celebrate release of Pattern Magazine, Indy Girls at Pagoda Party Of Note: Team '15 season preview: 'Race for wins right away' Hunter-Reay gets a pass for missing ticket unveil Sunoco extends its role as the official fuel 1. D-A Lubricant returns as RLL Racing sponsor: Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing announced that D-A Lubricant Co., a heavy duty and industrial lubricant compounder/blender, will be the primary sponsor of the No. 15 Honda driven by Graham…

Dirt Late Models

Chub Frank On The Mend After Undergoing Knee Replacement Surgery Following February’s World of Outlaws Late Model Series Events

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CONCORD, N.C. - March 10, 2015 - After his resurgence during February's World of Outlaws Late Model Series swing through Georgia and Florida, Chub Frank should be chomping at the bit for the national tour to return to action. Instead, the 53-year-old from Bear Lake, Pa., is wishing there were a few more weeks before he and the rest of the WoO LMS regulars head to Kentucky and Arkansas for a March 20-21 doubleheader at Kentucky Lake Motor Speedway and I-30 Speedway. That's because Frank is recovering from knee replacement surgery on his left knee on Feb. 23, two days…

INDYCAR to Host KV Racing Technology and KVSH Racing on Teleconference

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KV Racing Technology (KVRT) co-owner and 1996 Indy car champion Jimmy Vasser, four-time Indy car champion Sebastien Bourdais (2004-2007) and Verizon IndyCar Series rookie Stefano Coletti will be available on an INDYCAR media teleconference on Wednesday, March 11 at 2 p.m. (ET). KVRT recently announced that Coletti (No. 4 KV Racing Technology Chevrolet) will join Bourdais (No. 11 KVSH Racing Chevrolet) during the 2015 Verizon IndyCar Series season. WHAT: INDYCAR Teleconference with KV Racing Technology and KVSH Racing GUESTS: Jimmy Vasser, KVRT co-owner Sebastien Bourdais, No. 11 KVSH Racing Chevrolet Stefano Coletti, No. 4 KVRT Chevrolet WHEN: 2 p.m. (ET),…

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USAC Racing Announces Major Organizational Changes

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Davey Hamilton Named Executive Director of USAC Racing Speedway, IN March 9, 2015 The United States Auto Club (USAC) announced today the appointment of Davey Hamilton in the newly created role as Executive Director of USAC Racing. The role will report to USAC President and CEO Kevin Miller and is effective immediately. USAC's business structure will now encompass three main business segments for reporting and management purposes; USAC Racing, USAC Sanctioning, and USAC Properties & Promotions. "Our business has experienced tremendous growth over the past seven years as we have diversified our motorsports portfolio to include off-road, rally…

Clyde Martin Memorial Speedway

270cc Micros & All Star Slingshots In June 27 Spotlight At Lanco’s Clyde Martin Memorial Speedway

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Newmanstown, PA - While all five weekly divisions will be present, the June 27 spotlight will shine squarely on the visiting All Star Slingshots and the 270cc Micro-Sprints at Lanco's Clyde Martin Memorial Speedway. Kim Glass of Kim's Kreations, Myerstown PA, is making certain of that fact. The Newmanstown, PA oval will play host to the third annual Slide at the Clyde, a National Tour event for the All Star Slingshots. The final program in the month of June will also find a special race on tap for the class that has been one of the headliners at the Clyde…

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Aaron’s, Inc. Announces Virginia Motor Speedway Exclusive Sponsorship

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ATLANTA (March 6, 2015) – Aaron’s, Inc. (NYSE: AAN) announced today a one-year exclusive sponsorship agreement with Virginia Motor Speedway. Over the next year, Aaron’s will have exclusive naming rights to the Aaron’s King of the Commonwealth. Additionally, Aaron’s will be designated as the “Official Sales and Lease Ownership Partner of VMS.” Terms of the partnership were not disclosed. “Here at Aaron's we're excited to be entering into our second year of sponsoring Virginia Motor Speedway. It's great to be a part of the American Tradition of dirt racing at its finest. The King of the Commonwealth is sure…

Western HPDs Eye March 21 Date at LVMs Bullring; Breindinger Sisters 1-2 at Blythe

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The Las Vegas (Nev.) Motor Speedway Bullring hosts a March 21 USAC HPD Western Midget race and it might again be "ladies night" after the 1-2 "sweep" posted by the Breidinger sisters in last Saturday's 30-lap feature at Blythe, Calif. Toni and Annie Breidinger of Hillsborough, Calif. recorded only the fourth 1-2 female finish in USAC history, with Toni leading all 30 laps at Lucas Oil I-10 Speedway. They were trailed by series point leader Dylan Nobile, Jesse Love and Joel Rayborne. Annie Breidinger was also the night's fastest qualifier. Nobile emerged from the race as the new…

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West Coast Sprints at Tulare for 2 Nights; Sussex Nabs “Sin City Showdown” at Las Vegas

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Two nights of USAC West Coast Sprint racing unfold this weekend at Thunderbowl Raceway in Tulare, Calif. The event follows last Thursday night's series opener at Las Vegas, Nev. won by Arizona's Stevie Sussex. Sussex, of Tempe, Ariz., emerged as the early leader in the West Coast and Southwest Sprint Car standings after capturing the 30-lap feature at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway Dirt Track. He trailed Hunter Schuerenberg for the first 21 laps, then outduelled Schuerenberg and Ryan Bernal for the lead on lap 22 and led the final nine laps for the victory in the Mike Burkhart…

Tucson 8th “Copper on Dirt” Next for CRA; Richard Vander Weerd Takes “Sokola Shootout” At Perris

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The eighth "Copper on Dirt" at USA Raceway in Tucson, Ariz. is next up for the AMSOIL USAC/CRA Sprint Cars on March 20-21. Visalia, Calif.'s Richard Vander Weerd takes a six-point lead over five-time series champion Mike Spencer into the two-night event after winning Saturday night's 30-lapper at Perris (Calif.) Auto Speedway. Vander Weerd wheeled his Vander Weerd Construction/Battery Worx Maxim/Shark past 2014 USAC West Coast Sprint champ Matt Mitchell on lap eight and led the final 23 laps to capture the "Sokola Shootout" 2015 USAC/CRA opener. Austin Williams was second ahead of Woodland Auto Display fast qualifier Spencer,…

Joey Coulter Pro Trucks Will Be at Desoto Speedway 3/14/15

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March 14th racing at Desoto Speedway will be the Super Late models for 75 laps along with the Joey Coulter pro Truck series for 50 laps, running on the high banks of Desoto Speedway. Also Pure Stock, Mini Stock, Rookie 4 and Bombers. COME OUT SATURDAY TO DESOTO SPEEDWAY IN BRADENTON for a fun and affordable night of excitement for the entire family. Front gates open Saturday at 4:30 racing starts at 7:00pm We are located on SR 64 in Bradenton EXIT 220A OFF 75. GO TO DESOTOSPEEDWAY.NET FOR ALL THE DETAILS Regular event Front gate prices Adult $15.00…

USA Raceway

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[ezcol_1half] [/ezcol_1half][ezcol_1half_end] Location 4300 E. Los Reales Road, Tucson, Arizona 85756 Phone # 520-664-2074 Track Length N/A Surface Dirt Shape Oval Divisions Raced Modifieds, Late Models Website www.raceusaraceway.com [/ezcol_1half_end] LATEST NEWS: [xyz-ihs snippet="Bottom-2Large-Block-AdSense-Centered"]

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Williams Grove Speedway Saturday Night Series Super Sportsman News

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(Mechanicsburg, PA) Blazer’s Body Shop, a long-time sponsor of the Williams Grove Speedway Saturday Night Series Super Sportsman, will return as the 2015 primary backer of the division. Blazer’s Body Shop, located on South York Road in Dillsburg, PA., opened for business in 1969. Ron Blazer operated the business. Blazer was known in local racing beginning with his competition in the flathead-powered Sportsman cars at the defunct Silver Spring Speedway. He later drove Ken Appler’s powerful No. 76 Super Modified and Super Sprint. Sprint Aces, a racing component business on Kralltown Road in Wellsville, PA. returns as the sponsor of…

California

Perris AMSOIL USAC/CRA Sprint Results

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AMSOIL USAC/CRA SPRINT CAR RACE RESULTS: March 7, 2015 - Perris, California - Perris Auto Speedway - "Sokola QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Mike Spencer, 50, Chaffin-16.393; 2. Richard Vander Weerd, 10 Vander Weerd-16.486; 3. Ronnie Gardner, 93, Gardner-16.502; 4. Hunter Schuerenberg, 73, Ford-16.582; 5. Austin Williams, 2, Jory-16.595; 6. Matt Mitchell, 37, Mitchell-16.634; 7. Jake Swanson, 92, Sertich-16.679; 8. Brody Roa, 91R, BR-16.679; 9. Damion Gardner, 4, Alexander-16.713; 10. Rickie Gaunt, 9, McDonald-16.779; 11. Geoff Ensign, 3F, Finkenbinder-16.866; 12. David Bezio, 37X, Bezio-16.879; 13. R.J. Johnson, 51, Martin-16.995; 14. Cody Williams, 44, Jory-17.020; 15. Parker Colston, 64, Colston-17.198; 16. Logan Williams,…

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Blythe USAC HPD Western Midget Results

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USAC HPD WESTERN MIDGET RACE RESULTS: March 7, 2015 - Blythe, California - Lucas Oil I-10 Speedway QUALIFYING: 1. Annie Briedinger, 75, Briedinger-14.105; 2. Dylan Nobile, 40, Gerhardt-14.191; 3. Cody Jessop, 00, Jessop-14.274; 4. Toni Briedinger, 80, Briedinger-14.331; 5. Ashley Hazelton, 32, Hazelton-14.965; 6. Jesse Love, 38, Love-15.107; 7. Joel Raybourne, 2u, RamBull-NT. DASH: (4 laps) 1. Jessop, 2. A.Briedinger, 3. T.Briedinger, 4. Nobile. NT FIRST HEAT: (8 laps) 1. Nobile, 2. A.Briedinger, 3. Jessop, 4. T.Briedinger, 5. Hazelton, 6. Love, 7. Rayborne. NT FEATURE: (30 laps) 1. Toni Briedinger, 2. Annie Briedinger, 3. Dylan Nobile, 4. Jesse Love, 5.…

Doug Moff Maybe Off to the Hottest Start at Desoto Speedway

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Doug Moff may be off to the hottest start in the state of Florida for the 2015 racing season. After grabbing two wins during last month's World Series of Asphalt Stock Car Racing at New Smyrna Speedway, Moff opened Desoto Speedway's 2015 season with a convincing win in the 40-lap J.D. Byrider Open Wheel Modified feature on Saturday night. Wayne Jefferson, who won during Desoto's Icebreaker weekend last month, started on the pole and held the lead through several restart attempts in the early going. After a rash of yellows Doug Moff grabbed the top spot and was leading with…

Brian Brown Beats Outlaws at USA Raceway to Score Second Ever Series Win

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TUCSON, Ariz. - March 7, 2015 - It took Brian Brown more than 10 years to score his first ever World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series win. Win number two took just three more Outlaws starts and a few months. Brown dominated Saturday night's NAPA Wildcat Shootout presented by RideNow Powersports at USA Raceway to score his second ever series win, the sixth different winner in six races so far this season. "To win two of the last four Outlaw races we've been at - it took us forever to win the first one and it's awesome here to win…

Patriot 360 Sprint Cars Set to Invade Penn Cann Speedway June 12

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SUSQUEHANNA, PA….....Penn Can Speedway has announced the return of 360 Sprint Car Racing to the Susquehanna oval for the first time since 2007. The Patriot 360 Sprint Cars will invade the track for a big show on Friday, June 12th. The show will cap off what is being billed as Penn Can Speedweek. “We are excited to announce that The Patriot 360 Sprint Cars will visit Penn Can for the first time in eight years”, said new Promoter Dan Harpell. “They are a great addition to an exciting 2015 schedule”. This will be the fourth appearance at Penn Can by…

Connecticut

Mr. Rooter Named Title Sponsor of June NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Race at Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park

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Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park and Mr. Rooter Plumbing franchisee, Vin Beedle, announced today that the Connecticut-based company will be the entitlement sponsor of the 125-lap NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour (NWMT) slated for Wednesday night, June 10. Beedle and his company are long-time supporters of auto racing in New England, sponsoring the Mr. Rooter New England Truck Series, as well as fielding a truck in the division in 2015. The drivers of the Truck will include NASCAR Whelen All-American Series Champions, and Thompson’s own Sunoco Modified driver, Keith Rocco, as well as Limited Sportsman - and SK Modified - driver Ed…

Dirt Modifieds

GRANDVIEW MANAGEMENT ADDRESSES TIRE SITUATION, SEASON GETS GREEN ON MARCH 28

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BECHTELSVILLE, PA March 6, 2015 . . . There seems to have been some confusion amongst racers planning to race at NASCAR sanctioned Grandview Speedway this season regarding the use of correct tires. Effective immediately racers will be permitted to use BGP stamped American Racer tires that they have on hand. Once their supply of BGP stamped tires is exhausted racers will be required to use only American Racer tires that carry the “GVIEW” stamp. Grandview management has told tire suppliers that effective immediately only “GVIEW” stamped American Racer tires should be sold to racers planning to use…

Terry McCarl Makes It Five Winners in Five Races with FVP Outlaw Showdown Win

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Joey Saldana takes over the points lead, the fourth leader since the start of the season LAS VEGAS, Nev. - March 5, 2015 - After a dominant performance in Thursday night's FVP Outlaw Showdown at The Dirt Track at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Terry McCarl became the fifth different World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series winner in five races. McCarl came into the night after a disappointing 13th place finish in Wednesday night's feature. "This place has been so tough on us," McCarl said. "We've ran good and had so many flat tires. I told (my wife) Lori last night,…

Las Vegas Motor Speedway

USAC WEST COAST/SOUTHWEST SPRINT CAR RACE RESULTS

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March 5, 2015 - Las Vegas, Nevada - Las Vegas Motor Speedway Dirt Track - 4th FVP "Sin City Showdown"/Grudge Series FIRST HEAT: (8 laps) 1. Hunter Schuerenberg (#73X Ford), 2. Danny Faria Jr. (#17V Bowman), 3. Richard Vander Weerd (#10 Vander Weerd), 4. Josh Pelkey (#12 Allen), 5. Colby Copeland (#74 Williams), 6. Dennis Gile (#13 Gile), 7. Shannon McQueen (#87 Van Meter), 8. Tye Mihocko (#5 Mihocko). NT SECOND HEAT: (8 laps) 1. R.J. Johnson (#77M Michaels), 2. Stevie Sussex (#21AZ Burkhart), 3. Matt Mitchell (#37 Mitchell), 4. Brody Roa (#48 Leonard), 5. Trey Marcham (#73…

Olum’s Presents $10,000 “Double Down Challenge” At Thunder Mountain Speedway Sunday, June 28 For ‘Lightning on the Mountain’ Special; A Short Track Super Series Modified & SpeedSTR Sweep Worth 10 Grand!

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CENTER LISLE, NY – Thanks to Olum’s, one competitor will have the opportunity to collect a $10,000 payday at Thunder Mountain Speedway onSunday, June 28. As part of the speedway’s second annual ‘Lightning on the Mountain’ special event, Olum’s will present a “Double Down Challenge” for drivers competing in both the Short Track Super Series Fueled By Hi-Tek big-block/small-block Modifieds and the Speedway Entertainment SpeedSTRs. Short Track Super Series Fueled By Hi-Tek Modifieds will be racing for Bob Hilbert Sportswear North Region points, while the SpeedSTRs will do battle for the Action Track USA All-Pro Tour championship. The Modifieds run…

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