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INITIAL NEW SMYRNA MIDGET ENTRIE

INITIAL NEW SMYRNA MIDGET ENTRIE...

12/19/2012
Bobby Santos III, Kyle O’Gara, Ross Rankine and David Byrne comprise the first four entries for USAC’s 2013 season-opening USAC National Pavement races February 17-18 at New Smyrna Speedway in New Smyrna Beach, Fla. The debut of USAC racing at the half-mile paved oval located just west of the Atlantic Ocean opens USAC’s 2013 calendar and begins a week which also includes USAC AMSOIL National Sprint racing at Bubba Raceway Park in Ocala, Fla. February 21-23. Rankine, of...more
2013 USAC WEST COAST SPRINT CAR SC

2013 USAC WEST COAST SPRINT CAR SC...

12/18/2012
Bud Kaeding of Campbell, Calif. is the defending champion of the USAC West Coast Sprint Car Series, which opens its 2013 campaign with a half-dozen races in January and February at Canyon Raceway Park in Peoria, Ariz. The 26-race calendar also concludes its run with three events at Peoria in November. The “Winter Challenge” offers six “special events” offering USAC Southwest Sprint points at the Arizona oval and the “Western World Championships” will present similar...more
Brian Brown – Ten Wins highlight 2

Brian Brown – Ten Wins highlight 2...

12/17/2012
(Bill W) December 17, 2012 – Ten wins included some big ones for the Brian Brown Racing Casey’s General Stores/FVP #21 racing team. But his biggest finishes may have been in the runner-up position. Two came on national television with the World of Outlaws…the Knoxville Nationals and the World Finals in Charlotte. The Grain Valley, Missouri driver took time to reflect on the 2012 season and look ahead at 2013. Brian and the team followed their own schedule that...more
FRIDAY IS ‘DRAWING DAY’ FOR EAGLE/

FRIDAY IS ‘DRAWING DAY’ FOR EAGLE/...

12/17/2012
KNOXVILLE, IOWA (December 17, 2012) – This Friday, December 21, is ‘drawing day’ for the National Sprint Car Museum-benefit Eagle/Ott sprint car #9 raffle, with ticket sales ending at 10 a.m. and the actual grand prize drawing to be held at 11 a.m. Central. Museum special events coordinator David Herrmann said today, “We are pleased that museum board member Steve Van Wyk of nearby Pella will be coming over to the museum to draw the winning ticket for this, our ninth,...more
34-RACE SOUTHWESTERN SPRINT SLATE

34-RACE SOUTHWESTERN SPRINT SLATE...

12/17/2012
A 34-race slate of events has been announced for the 2013 USAC Southwest Sprint Car Series which will visit a half-dozen dirt ovals in Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. The series debuts with a six-race “Winter Challenge” at Canyon Speedway Park in Peoria, Ariz. in January and February and closes in mid-November with the 46th “Western World Championships” at the same track. In between, races will be held at the Las Vegas (Nev.) Motor Speedway Dirt Track, Central Arizona...more
USAC OPENS 2013 SCHEDULE WITH FLOR

USAC OPENS 2013 SCHEDULE WITH FLOR...

12/17/2012
The Sunshine State opens USAC’s 2013 racing calendar with the National Midgets and AMSOIL National Sprints competing during the week leading up to the famed Daytona 500. New Smyrna Speedway in New Smyrna Beach, Fla. welcomes the debut of the 2013 National Midgets February 17 and 18, with Sunday and Monday night races on its half-mile banked paved oval. It’ll mark the first appearance of USAC at the New Smyrna facility. Three nights later, February 21-23, the AMSOIL...more
USAC EXTENDS SYMPATHIES TO CONNECT

USAC EXTENDS SYMPATHIES TO CONNECT...

12/15/2012
The United States Auto Club extends its deepest sympathies to the families impacted by yestersday's tragic events in Connecticut. Our thoughts are with them and with our area .25 Midget members who we understand are all safe but were also touched by yesterday's events.
2012 DVDs On Sale Now

2012 DVDs On Sale Now

12/14/2012
Looking for that perfect gift for the race fan on your list? We’ve got you covered at DIRTVision.com, with DVDs of many major World of Outlaws and DIRTcar events in 2012. If you’re looking for the best route to beat the off-season blues, get your own copy of some of the best races of the season to watch at home any time you want. We have the following events on DVD: Kings Royal at Eldora Speedway, featuring the World of Outlaws Sprint Cars Firecracker 100 at...more
USAC HEADS FOR THE ROCKIES JUNE 29

USAC HEADS FOR THE ROCKIES JUNE 29...

12/13/2012
The famed “Race to the Clouds” has been a fixture on the Pikes Peak slopes for 97 years and the shadows of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado will once again welcome USAC participants as part of the annual festivities surrounding the Pike Peak extravaganza. On Saturday, June 29, Pikes Peak International Raceway will once again reverberate to the sounds of USAC racing engines as they challenge the one-mile paved oval which last hosted USAC racing in 2005. Race five of the...more
Tulsa Shootout - Lap by Lap LIVE V

Tulsa Shootout - Lap by Lap LIVE V...

12/12/2012
THE BIGGEST MICRO SPRINT CAR RACE IN THE WORLD GETS LAP-BY-LAP LIVE VIDEO COVERAGE ON XSAN INTERNET PAY PER VIEW Speedway Motors Tulsa Shootout to feature over 1000 race cars battling on the indoor bullring of the Qwik Trip Center in late December. Silver Bay, MN (December 12, 2012) – The X.CELERATED SPORTS ACTION NETWORK – XSAN has reached an agreement with the promoters of the Speedway Motors Tulsa Shootout as the exclusive internet video broadcast of the December...more
Tulsa Shootout 2012 Bound!

Tulsa Shootout 2012 Bound!

12/11/2012
We are in preparation for this years Tulsa Shootout! It has been many years since Caleb Martin has raced the Shootout so we decided to start the 2012 season off by giving it a shot. We look forward to seeing all of our racing friends and hopefully have some luck in the Outlaw Nonwing and stock Nonwing class.
Shootout set to top 900 entries

Shootout set to top 900 entries

12/11/2012
With the pre-entry deadline now a thing of the past, the 28th running of the Speedway Motors Tulsa Shootout presented by Vacuworx Global happening Saturday December 29th and Sunday December 30th at the Tulsa Expo Center doesn’t seemed to have been hurt by current economic woes as the number of entries has surpassed the 800 mark. With a total of 846 entries received before the December 20th deadline an impressive lineup of 490 drivers currently fill the eight featured...more
2013 Chili Bowl Entry List Debuts

2013 Chili Bowl Entry List Debuts...

12/10/2012
Bryan Hulbert - Tulsa, Oklahoma (December 10, 2012) With the first days of the mercury dipping below freezing comes the undeniable sign that Emmett and Lanny’s gift to the racing world will soon be upon us as the countdown to the 27th annual Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals presented by General Tire comes under the 30 day mark. With the first loads of clay being moved in starting December 11, 2012, the pre-entry list for the 2013 edition of the “Ultimate Indoor Race”...more
BiGFooT is Spotted and Leaves a Fo

BiGFooT is Spotted and Leaves a Fo...

12/9/2012
Many people do not believe in bigfoot and few have reported a sighting. Rookie Michael Bookout of the BIGFooT Racing team came out of nowhere and made significant footprint in Oil Capital Racing Series (OCRS) completion. Michael raced in all OCRS events in 2012 in the inaugural season for the team and his rookie season. Michael finished 14th in the final standings, 2nd in the rookie-of-the-year competition and received the OCRS Spirit of the Year award.
ASCS in Arizona

ASCS in Arizona

12/9/2012
Following a meeting between Kevin Montgomery and Emmett Hahn at the RPM Promoters Workshop on November 29, 2012 in Reno, Nevada the decision was made between the two that the American Sprint Car Series will no longer sanction the Canyon Region. We are grateful for the racers who made the Canyon Region a great success and thank Kevin Montgomery for his time with the American Sprint Car Series as the Canyon Region Director and for a time as the Southwest Region...more
SHANNON McQUEEN RECEIVES KARA HEND

SHANNON McQUEEN RECEIVES KARA HEND...

12/8/2012
Shannon McQueen of Tehachapi, Calif. is the 2012 recipient of USAC’s prestigious Kara Hendrick Spirit Award. The award was presented today at Lyn St. James’ “Women in the Winners Circle” gala, held at the Indiana Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis, Ind. in conjunction with the Indianapolis Motorsports Industry Show (IMIS). The 34-year-old McQueen won USAC’s 2012 Mopar Western Midget Series championship, outpointing runner-up David Prickett of Fresno, Calif. by...more
CLAUSON TOPS LIST OF USAC CHAMPION

CLAUSON TOPS LIST OF USAC CHAMPION...

12/8/2012
Friday night’s 57th USAC “Night of Champions” National Awards Dinner held at the Indiana Roof Ballroom in downtown Indianapolis, Ind. sported a somewhat familiar theme to the previous two functions. Bryan Clauson of Noblesville, Ind. once again headlined the list of award recipients after claiming his third consecutive USAC National Drivers Championship. Clauson also earned a $300,000 scholarship from INDYCAR and won USAC’s 2012 AMSOIL National Sprint Car title. Also...more
2013 AMSOIL USAC/CRA SPRINT CAR PR

2013 AMSOIL USAC/CRA SPRINT CAR PR...

12/7/2012
SANTA MARIA, CA - DECEMBER 5, 2012... Amsoil USAC/CRA Sprint Car Series Director Chris Kearns has released the schedule for the 2013 season. Showcasing twenty-two nights of action, the traditional 410s will kickoff their campaign on March 1st with the two day "Copper On Dirt" at Canyon Speedway Park. The regional series will also return to the clay ovals of Perris, Santa Maria, Watsonville, Calistoga and Yuma, Arizona. Don Kazarian's Perris Auto Speedway will host ten...more
USAC NATIONAL MIDGET SERIES  ANNOU

USAC NATIONAL MIDGET SERIES ANNOU...

12/6/2012
Major events signal the release of USAC’s 2013 National Midget calendar as the slate includes a historic number of signature races. The series also includes the return of the “Belleville (Kans.) Midget Nationals in August, a brand-new two-night Kokomo “Grand Prix” at the Kokomo (Ind.) Speedway, a two-night “Florida Speedweeks” visit to New Smyrna Beach , Fla. in February, a two-night USAC/Powri spectacular at the Belle Clair (Ill.) Speedway and a change of venue for...more
AMSOIL NATIONAL SPRINT SERIES ANNO

AMSOIL NATIONAL SPRINT SERIES ANNO...

12/6/2012
The preliminary 2013 AMSOIL USAC National Sprint Car schedule reflects 40 dates, including the extremely popular “Indiana Sprint Week” and “Eastern Storm” events. Opening with three back-to-back events at Bubba Raceway Park in Ocala, Fla., the series is slated to conclude with the traditional “Budweiser Oval Nationals” at Perris (Calif.) Auto Speedway. In between, “traditional” stops include the Don Branson/Jud Larson and “4-Crown Nationals at Eldora Speedway in...more
2013 TRAXXAS SILVER CROWN SERIES

2013 TRAXXAS SILVER CROWN SERIES...

12/6/2012
The addition of the historic Belleville (Kans.) High Banks and returns to paved ovals at Pikes Peak International Raceway and Gateway Motorsports Park enhance the expanded slate of 2013 TRAXXAS USAC Silver Crown Championship events announced today. A total of 11 events comprise the preliminary schedule, opening with the “Sumar Classic 100” at the Terre Haute (Ind.) Action Track on April 28 and again concludes with the annual “4-Crown Nationals” at the Eldora Speedway...more
World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Se

World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Se...

12/6/2012
A slate of more than 90 events across the country marks the 36th season for Outlaws INDIANAPOLIS - Dec. 6, 2012 - The World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series released its ambitious schedule for 2013 on Thursday at the International Motorsports Industry Show, with the premier sprint car series competing in more than 90 races at more than 50 tracks across 23 states. The schedule, which will continue to grow in the coming weeks as several additional dates are finalized,...more
Tracy Hines to Race All Three USAC

Tracy Hines to Race All Three USAC...

12/6/2012
New Castle, Ind.—Dec. 6, 2012— With the 2012 racing season officially in the books, Tracy Hines is gearing up for another busy year in 2013. He will again compete in each of the three USAC national series, chasing the coveted USAC “Triple Crown.” Hines is a former champion of both the USAC Amsoil National Sprint Car Series and USAC Traxxas Silver Crown Series. “We’re really looking forward to the 2013 season,” said Hines. “We have a lot of work to do between now and...more
West Coast Meets Midwest: Randy Ha

West Coast Meets Midwest: Randy Ha...

12/6/2012
They may come from different parts of the country, but next year two racers with family roots deep in sprint car racing will be joining forces to run a limited World of Outlaw schedule. When the 2013 season takes the checkered flag, California will clash with Illinois as Randy Hannagan will be joining Shane Wade’s Amati Racing in the No. 66 Marion Underground Construction/Shane Wade Enterprises/J&J Chassis. “I am very excited to join forces with Shane Wade and the...more
First Look:  2013 Lucas Oil ASCS T

First Look: 2013 Lucas Oil ASCS T...

12/5/2012
Bryan Hulbert - Indianapolis, Indiana (December 5, 2012) Embarking on another ambitious round of dirt track racing in its 22nd year of racing, the preliminary schedule for the 2013 Lucas Oil American Sprint Car Series presented by MAVTV is now available. In total, the Lucas Oil ASCS presented by MAVTV will visit 17 states in 2013 with shows in Arkansas, Arizona, California, Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma,...more
MUSEUM-BENEFIT EAGLE/OTT RAFFLE CA

MUSEUM-BENEFIT EAGLE/OTT RAFFLE CA...

12/5/2012
KNOXVILLE, IOWA (December 5, 2012) – The National Sprint Car Museum-benefit Eagle/Ott raffle sprint car is now at its final appearance prior to being awarded to one lucky grand prize winner on Friday, December 21. The Eagle Motorsports sprinter with its state-of-the-art 410-cubic-inch Don Ott Racing Engines powerplant will be on display in booth 635 at the International Motorsports Industry Show (IMIS) in Indianapolis on December 6-8. Museum executive director Bob...more
Taylor Ferns Gains Valuable Experi

Taylor Ferns Gains Valuable Experi...

12/5/2012
Shelby Township, Mich.—Dec. 5, 2012 — The 2012 season was all about learning for Taylor Ferns as continued her racing education. She competed in three different types of cars on both dirt and asphalt, acquiring seat time at a number of tracks and gaining priceless experience. The 16-year-old spent a large portion of the season competing on the dirt in her family-owned No. 55 Dea Eyewear midget, but also made her debut with the USAC Traxxas Silver Crown Series on the...more
Marcham Racing Prepares for a Busy

Marcham Racing Prepares for a Busy...

12/3/2012
Mooresville, N.C. (December 3, 2012) - Preparations are underway and Trey Marcham is ready to race in both the Tulsa Shootout and the 2013 Chili Bowl. With over 500 competitors registered for the Shootout race weekend, Marcham is running in both the “A” Class Non-Winged and the “A” Class Winged divisions. Both the No. 32 ”blue tornado” driven by Trey and the No. 8 mini-sprint driven by younger brother Josh will be sponsored by Simpson Race Products, Metal Supermarkets...more
US Fleet Tracking Named A-Feature

US Fleet Tracking Named A-Feature...

12/3/2012
Bryan Hulbert - Tulsa, Oklahoma (December 3, 2012) Joining the Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals presented by General Tire for the 2013 edition, Oklahoma City based US Fleet Tracking will carry the distinct honor as the presenting sponsor for each of the Chili Bowl’s 5 A-Features. When asked about joining the Chili Bowl in 2013, US Fleet Tracking Director of Public Relations and Marketing Sam Sims stated, “For us this is such a great event. The international level of the...more
USA 14 not for 2012-13

USA 14 not for 2012-13

11/28/2012
Originally Scheduled for Warrnambool's Famed Classic and Perth's Boys race, Unexpectant commitments in California stopped the Two times World of Outlaw Champion from Attending Victoria. Talks with promoters on the West Coast of Australia failed to reach an agreement. Jason will not attend Western Australia this season. Get on board and keep up to date via www.stevecaunt.com or at our Facebook page Steve Caunt Racing. Steve Caunt Racing Would Like to take this...more
Entries Near 500 as Pre-Entry Dead

Entries Near 500 as Pre-Entry Dead...

11/28/2012
Bryan Hulbert - Tulsa, Oklahoma (November 28, 2012) In less than a month, the QuikTrip Center will be converted into one of the most beloved tracks in North America. Although a temporary clay oval, Tulsa Expo Raceway has carried the dreams of countless racers with only a select few earning the coveted Golden Driller. With the deadline for entry fast approaching, the 28th running of the Speedway Motors Tulsa Shootout is on track to again boast entries at or near the 800...more
SCR9 Announcement Countdown

SCR9 Announcement Countdown

11/27/2012
Next Week Wednesday December 5, Steve Caunt will Announce Plans for the season ahead including details on January changes and Perth World Series Sprintcar Swing. Stay tuned to this web site or subscribe to Steve Caunt Racing Face Book.
Tracy Hines Extends Sincere Thanks

Tracy Hines Extends Sincere Thanks...

11/27/2012
New Castle, Ind.—Nov. 27, 2012— In a sport where sponsorships and partnerships are often measured on a race-to-race or week-to-week basis, Tracy Hines has enjoyed a very fruitful and successful relationship over the past three years with Calderwood Racing and the family’s MP Environmental business gracing the side of the No. 4 sprint car that he has campaigned with the USAC Amsoil National Sprint Car Series. Long-time open wheel support Dave Calderwood, the late owner...more
Pavement Track Welcomes World of O

Pavement Track Welcomes World of O...

11/27/2012
Elko Speedway to cover pavement for unique dirt event on Friday, May 10 ELKO, Minn. - Nov. 27, 2012 - For the first time since a successful two-year stint at Bristol Motor Speedway in 2000-01, the World of Outlaws STP Sprint Cars will compete on a pavement track temporarily covered in dirt in 2013. Elko Speedway, a 3/8-mile pavement track located approximately a half hour south of Minneapolis, will host its first-ever World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series event on...more
LARSON CAPS 2012 WITH “TURKEY” DRE

LARSON CAPS 2012 WITH “TURKEY” DRE...

11/26/2012
Kyle Larson won Thursday night’s 72nd “Turkey Night Grand Prix” at Perris (Calif.) Auto Speedway. The victory capped a stellar USAC campaign for the Elk Grove, Calif. youngster who piloted the Keith Kunz Motorsports/Curb-Agajanian Toyota TRD Bullet. Larson’s victory completed a five-race streak which included four wins and a second and also included wins in the “4-Crown Nationals” and “Gold Crown Nationals.” Sharing Larson’s spotlight at Perris were 2012 USAC Champions...more
ROOKIES HAMILTON, LEARY & ABREU &

ROOKIES HAMILTON, LEARY & ABREU &...

11/26/2012
Champions of USAC’s 2012 racing season will be honored on Friday night, December 7, at the Indiana Roof Ballroom in downtown Indianapolis, Ind. as the 57th “Night of Champions” coincides again this year with the 4th Annual International Motorsports Industry Show (IMIS), being held at the nearby Indiana Convention Center. USAC “Rookies of the Year” for 2012 include Kyle Hamilton of Danville, Ind. (Traxxas Silver Crown), C.J. Leary of Greenfield, Ind. (AMSOIL National...more
EAGLE/OTT RAFFLE CAR IS NUMBER 9;

EAGLE/OTT RAFFLE CAR IS NUMBER 9;...

11/26/2012
KNOXVILLE, IOWA (November 26, 2012) – The current National Sprint Car Museum-benefit Eagle/Ott raffle sprint car, whose winning ticket will be drawn on Friday, December 21, is number nine. That indicates that their have been eight previous 18-month raffles since the successful fundraising program began in 1995. The staff at the non-profit museum is extremely proud that the lucky winners of those raffles have come from seven different states and one Canadian...more
Download Today: Driver Entry Form

Download Today: Driver Entry Form

11/26/2012
The Driver Entry form for the 2013 Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals presented by General Tire is now available. Entries are being mailed out this week but the entry form can be downloaded today by going to http://www.chilibowl.com/downloads/get.aspx?i=44421
2013 CFS Schedule

2013 CFS Schedule

11/25/2012
The 2013 Canaan Fair Speedway Schedule has been posted. Jack will once again be racing in the Daredevil division at Canaan Fair Speedway in 2013. SAT, APRIL 13 TIRE DAY FOR ASPHALT & DIRT, 9AM-2PM SAT, APRIL 20 OPEN PRACTICE FOR ALL DIVISIONS DIRT & ASPHALT. 11AM-3PM PITS OPEN AT 10AM SAT, APRIL 27 CAR SHOW – ON TRACK FROM 10AM-1PM. PRACTICE 1:30PM-4PM. PITS OPEN AT 8AM SAT, MAY 25 LMS, MODS, PS, BAN, DARE, NORTHEAST CLASSIC LITES. PITS OPEN 2PM, PRACTICE 3:30PM,...more
CLAUSON, EAST, HAGEN TOP DECEMBER

CLAUSON, EAST, HAGEN TOP DECEMBER...

11/23/2012
The “Night of Champions” USAC National Awards Dinner is scheduled for Friday night, December 7, at the Indiana Roof Ballroom in downtown Indianapolis, Ind. Champions of USAC’s 2012 racing series will be honored during the gala evening. Bryan Clauson of Noblesville, Ind. has locked up his third consecutive USAC National Drivers Championship and among his championship awards are a scholarship from INDYCAR. Clauson also secured USAC’s 2012 AMSOIL National Sprint Car...more
MOPAR USAC NATIONAL MIDGET RACE RE

MOPAR USAC NATIONAL MIDGET RACE RE...

11/22/2012
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Darren Hagen, 3, RFMS-17.025; 2. Michael Pickens, 73x, Ford-17.104; 3. Kyle Larson, 71, Kunz/Curb-Agajanian-17.110; 4. Jason Leffler, 56, Hmiel-17.119; 5. Caleb Armstrong, 7c, C&A-17.150; 6. Chad Boat, 12, Allen-17.214; 7. Bryan Clauson, 67, Kunz/Curb-Agajanian-17.287; 8. Brad Sweet, 67x, Kahne-17.321; 9. Casey Shuman, 86, Martens-17.333; 10. Dave Darland, 3F, RFMS-17.337; 11. Dalton Armstrong, 7A, C&A-17.360; 12. Tracy Hines, 24, Parker-17.393; 13....more
Turkey Night Grand Prix Up Next fo

Turkey Night Grand Prix Up Next fo...

11/21/2012
Shelby Township, Mich.—November 21, 2012 — When Taylor Ferns thinks about Thanksgiving, she thinks about her family, friends and all that she is thankful for. And one more even pressing item. — the legendary Turkey Night Grand Prix. Ferns will travel to California for the second consecutive year to take part in the famed event this week, which traditionally brings an end to the outdoor midget racing season. The Turkey Night Grand Prix for the USAC Mopar National Midget...more
Wednesdays with Wayne – Conquering

Wednesdays with Wayne – Conquering...

11/21/2012
(Bill W) November 21, 2012 – Wayne Johnson capped off a great 2012 season last Saturday night by conquering the $10,000 to win 45th Annual Western World at Canyon Speedway Park near Peoria, Arizona. The Knoxville, Iowa driver set up his win with a third place run in the prelim. He ended the season second in the Lucas Oil ASCS National Series point standings. Things started well with a heat win on Friday from the pole. “We drew well on the front row,” says Wayne. ...more
Ultimate Sprint Car Set Up Clinic

Ultimate Sprint Car Set Up Clinic...

11/20/2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Midwest City, Oklahoma – November 20, 2012 - Looking for that special Christmas gift for that special sprint car driver in your life? Want to brush up on your knowledge on the ins and outs of sprint car racing or just getting started into the sport? Then 4 Speed Promotions will get you all set up as they are proud to announce the “Ultimate Sprint Car Set Up Clinic” hosted by American Sprint Car Series regular Wayne Johnson of Knoxville, Iowa....more
Tracy Hines Hits the Dirt at Perri

Tracy Hines Hits the Dirt at Perri...

11/20/2012
New Castle, Ind.—Nov 20, 2012— The Turkey Night Grand Prix was born on the dirt in 1934 and for a majority of the existence of the famed event, it has been held on a variety of dirt tracks in California, with a few exceptions. One of those being a recent 13-year run on the pavement at the half-mile Irwindale Speedway. This year, the Turkey Night Grand Prix returns to its roots on the dirt at Perris Auto Speedway just outside of Los Angeles. Tracy Hines has competed in...more
KH 4th at Western World Championsh

KH 4th at Western World Championsh...

11/20/2012
PETERSEN MEDIA- Closing out his 2012 season, Kyle Hirst pulled double duty at the Western World Championps at the Canyon Speedway Park in Peoria, AZ over the weekend as he scored a fourth place finish aboard the Van Dyke 5h, after a bleeder issue didn’t allow him to start the non winged feature. Kicking the weekend off on Thursday night, Hirtst and his Van Dyke Motorsports team were in action as he kicked the night off by starting third in the second heat race on the...more
Brian Brown – Pair of Seconds at W

Brian Brown – Pair of Seconds at W...

11/19/2012
(Bill W) November 19, 2012 – Brian Brown and the Casey’s General Stores/FVP #21 team put a nice cap on a successful 2013 race season with a runner-up finish at last weekend’s Western World. The event was held at Canyon Speedway Park near Peoria, Arizona and was sanctioned by the Lucas Oil ASCS National Series. The Grain Valley, Missouri driver finished second in both Friday’s prelim and Saturday’s finale. The event has always been one of the biggest in sprint car...more
A Solid Season for Kraig Kinser in

A Solid Season for Kraig Kinser in...

11/19/2012
Bloomington, Ind.—Nov. 19, 2012— Kraig Kinser and his team had a couple of goals in 2012, as they brought the family-owned No. 11K back on the road with the World of Outlaws. One was to be consistent night in and night out, while the other was to run at the front of the field and contend for wins. They were able to accomplish both of these, scoring four victories, earning seven fast time honors, racking up 46 top-10 finishes and leading over 100 laps of feature racing...more
HAGEN, McQUEEN, PRICKETT EYE 2012

HAGEN, McQUEEN, PRICKETT EYE 2012...

11/19/2012
Darren Hagen, Shannon McQueen and David Prickett are all eyeing USAC driving championships this Thursday as the 72nd “Turkey Night Grand Prix” unfolds at Perris (Calif.) Auto Speedway. Car owners Keith Kunz Motorsports/Curb-Agajanian and McQueen/Eskesen/Rescino Racing are targeting 2012 USAC car owner titles as well. Hagen and McQueen have wrapped up the 2012 USAC Mopar National and Western Midget crowns respectively, while Prickett sits 29 points ahead of McQueen in...more
ASCS Drivers Honored at Awards Ban

ASCS Drivers Honored at Awards Ban...

11/19/2012
Bryan Hulbert - Chandler, Arizona (November 19, 2012) Bringing a close to the 2012 season, the Lucas Oil American Sprint Car Series presented by MAVTV gathered at the Wild Horse Pass Hotel and Casino for the Champions Banquet that saw over $200,000 distributed along with an additional $15,000 in contingencies to the ten drivers that make up the Lucas Oil ASCS National Tour. Receiving his third Lucas Oil ASCS presented by MAVTV drivers’ championship, Jason Johnson spoke...more
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