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ACT Standout Gluchacki Makes Kulwicki Driver Development Program Semi-Finals

by Lou ModestinoMarch 17, 2023

Hickory, NC — It was announced today in Charlotte, North Carolina that American-Canadian Tour and Thompson Speedway standout Derek Gluchacki has made the list of semi-finalists for the highly acclaimed Kulwicki Driver Development Program (KDDP). The program has partnered with racers from across North America the past seven seasons to offer a stipend of sponsorship money as well as working with these racers to provide assistance with publicity, marketing, sponsorship development and industry networking throughout the season.

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A Look Back at the Sunshine State 200

by MikeMarch 16, 2023

The ASA STARS National Tour roared to life over the weekend with the inaugural race at Five Flags Speedway. The Sunshine State 200 kicked off the first of ten races for the series, which will see ASA STARS take on the most iconic short tracks and the most iconic races.

With that said, let’s take a look back at what was the Sunshine State 200.

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Preseason Safety Inspection Dates Announced For Riverhead Raceway April 8th & April 15th

by Lou ModestinoMarch 16, 2023

With 2023 Speedweeks firmly in the rearview mirror, Riverhead Raceway announced today two preseason safety inspection days Saturday April 8th and Saturday April 15th. Weather permitting, both inspection days run from 10:00 am through 3:00 pm and kickoff a busy month of April leading up to the 73rd season opening weekend Saturday evening May 6th and Sunday afternoon May 7th.

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Claremont’s Cody Schoolcraft Joins Strong Late Model Rookie Class at Thunder Road

by Lou ModestinoMarch 15, 2023

Barre, VT — After announcing a pair of family-tied hot shoes have entered the race for the 2023 Maplewood/Irving Oil Late Model Rookie of the Year at Thunder Road, an unexpected third man has thrown his hat into the ring. Cody Schoolcraft of Claremont, New Hampshire has submitted his paperwork to the Barre, Vermont office and has stated his intention of tackling the Rookie award for one of the most competitive weekly racing classes in New England.

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Penalty Report From ASA STARS “Sunshine State 200”

by MikeMarch 15, 2023

(Pensacola, FL – 03-14-23) A post race altercation involving Casey Roderick and Bubba Pollard has resulted in the issuance of sanctions for Pollard, costing the Georgia driver both points and money.

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Hickory Begins Road to All-Star Late Model Showdown with SRX at Thunder Road

by Lou ModestinoMarch 14, 2023

Barre, VT — While the St. Patrick’s Day 125 and Easter Bunny 125 for the American-Canadian Tour are not set as point-counting events for the 2023 season, they nonetheless hold major implications for teams making the trip south. The winners of these two events will be the first to punch their tickets for the All-Star Late Model Showdown at Thunder Road in Barre, Vermont as part of the huge SRX Racing event on Thursday, July 20th.

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White Mountain Stars Motor South to Take on Hickory Motor Speedway

by Lou ModestinoMarch 13, 2023

N. Woodstock, NH — With the Granite State just receiving a new foot of fresh snow, several White Mountain Motorsports Park teams are loading up and heading south to join the American-Canadian Tour exhibition races at North Carolina’s Hickory Motor Speedway on March 17th and 18th. These twin-125 lap events are sure to be an exciting start for these Foley Oil & Propane regulars who are ready to kick-start 2023 on new turf.

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Wyoming County International Speedway “The Bullring” Joins Race Of Champions Family Series Host Tracks For 2023 Season

by MikeMarch 10, 2023

Perry, NY – (March 29, 2023) – Race of Champions Modified Series and Wyoming County International Speedway “The Bullring” management are proud to announce that the scenic 1/3-mile track will host three Race of Champions Series events in 2023.

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ASA Racing Legacy To Continue For Longtime Official At 5 Flags Speedway

by MikeMarch 10, 2023March 10, 2023

Pensacola, FL (03-10-23) Racing has a way of bringing magic to the surface before or after a big event. Whether it’s a driver winning on their birthday or dedicating a victory to a fallen friend or family member, sometimes it’s almost too good to imagine.

The ASA STARS National Tour Sunshine State 200 will have a story like that. It’s not about the winner or who even sets fast time for the race at Five Flags Speedway (FL) on Saturday night. (more…)

2022 Championship Spotlight – The Climb to the Throne for Maplewood/Irving Late Model King of the Road Christopher Pelkey

by Lou ModestinoMarch 10, 2023

Barre, VT — The 63rd season of stock car racing at Barre, Vermont’s Thunder Road International Speedbowl was one for the record books with three deserving drivers each winning their first track championship at ‘The Nation’s Site of Excitement.’

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