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22 NASCAR Drivers Rally Behind Victory Junction, Urging Fans to Apply, Volunteer, Work, or Give

by MikeMarch 5, 2026

RANDLEMAN, N.C. (Feb. 27, 2026) – Twenty-two NASCAR drivers have joined together in a unified video encouraging fans and families across the racing community to apply for camp, volunteer, join the seasonal staff, or make a donation to the Victory Junction year-round camp serving children with complex medical and physical needs.

Drivers featured include Joey Logano, Kyle Busch, Ryan Blaney, Chase Elliott, Bubba Wallace, Kyle Larson, Alex Bowman, Tyler Reddick, Ross Chastain, Daniel Suarez, Austin Cindric, Ty Dillon, Erik Jones, Harrison Burton, Grant Enfinger, Daniel Dye, Tanner Gray, Josh Berry, Rajah Caruth, Lanie Buice, Isabella Robusto, and Lavar Scott, among others.

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Shannon Slaughter Explains The Emotions Behind Her Historic Win At Grandview Speedway

by MikeAugust 7, 2025August 7, 2025

Shannon Slaughter Grandview Speedway — (NASCAR Photo)

Shannon Slaughter and her family bought her Sportsman Modified car in May.

Just a couple months later, she found herself with that car in Victory Lane.

On July 26, Slaughter won the T.P. Trailers Sportsman race at Grandview Speedway in Bechtelsville, Pennsylvania for not only her first victory at the track, but also her first in a modified. The 22-year-old became the first female driver to win a feature race at Grandview, a NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series track.

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Rafael Martinez – the Passion Behind RAFA Racing Club

by MikeJanuary 16, 2025

HOUSTON, TX (Thursday, January 16, 2025) – Rafael Martinez is not a man to cut corners. After a track day at Circuit of The Americas in 2021, the creator of RAFA Racing Club was not content with just going racing himself—he is working to change the way racing enthusiasts can express their love for the sport and provide young racers with opportunities they could only dream of. (more…)

IROC Returns! Legendary Drivers Reunited With Historic IROC Race Cars! (Behind The Scenes)

by MikeJuly 25, 2024

Ray Evernham and Rob Kaufmann recently announced that they had acquired the rights to the historic International Race Of Champions (IROC) series that Roger Penske had started in the early 70s and run until 2006.

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“It Was a Gamble”: The Story Behind the World’s Fastest FPV Drone

by MikeMarch 1, 2024March 1, 2024

In an exceptional feat of engineering, Dutch Drone Gods have crafted a cutting-edge FPV drone that has successfully captured uninterrupted first-person-view (FPV) footage of Max Verstappen’s full lap at the Silverstone Grand Prix circuit. (more…)

Garrett Smithley Returns to JD Motorsports Behind the Wheel of #6 Chevrolet Camaro For Select Races Starting at Daytona With Z&M Harley Davidson

by MikeFebruary 13, 2024

Gaffney, SC – JD Motorsports is thrilled to announce the return of Garrett Smithley to the driver’s seat for the upcoming races at Daytona, Atlanta, Las Vegas, and Phoenix. Smithley will pilot the #6 Chevrolet Camaro, showcasing his skills and determination on the track.

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Behind the Visor: Formula One Helmets as Storytellers

by MikeOctober 11, 2023

After clinching his third straight Formula One World Championship in the Sprint race, Max Verstappen debuted a new helmet design on October 8, just ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix.

From the historical cloth caps to the state-of-the-art carbon-fibre masterpieces of today, F1 helmets have witnessed a relentless evolution. While their prime objective has been the safety of drivers, their surface has doubled up as a canvas for creative self-expression. Here’s all you need to know: (more…)

Four-Time World Champion Behind Wheel of the RB7 That Took Him to 2011 World Title

by MikeSeptember 15, 2023

Five-time Singapore winner Sebastian Vettel is once again in the headlines ahead of Grand Prix weekend after driving his RB7 championship-winner at the Nürburgring circuit. The four-time Formula One world champion was joined by a host of motorsports stars such as Scuderia AlphaTauri’s Yuki Tsunoda, 13-time Grand Prix winner David Coulthard and F1 Academy driver Carrie Schreiner. Here is all you need to know: (more…)

Eden Rafferty Throws Support Behind New Limited Sportsman ‘Clash for Cash’ on June 21st

by Lou ModestinoJune 12, 2023

Barre, VT and Naples, ME — American-Canadian Tour (ACT) and Pro All Stars Series Officials are excited to announce an all-new addition to the already action-packed June 21st midweek racing opener at Thompson Speedway. Massachusetts law firm EdenRafferty has put up a cash bonus to the fan-favorite Limited Sportsman division with increased payouts down through the top-12 finishers on Wednesday, June 21st. At the top of the heap, the Sportsman will be gunning for $750 to win during the Wednesday night summer season opener at The Big-T!

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Vermont Career Technical Centers and Agency of Education Throw Support Behind Annual Friday Night Special at Thunder Road on June 9th

by Lou ModestinoJune 1, 2023June 2, 2023

Barre, VT — Officials announced today the newest addition to the Thunder Road family of sponsors in Vermont’s Career Technical Centers and the Agency of Education as they have signed on to support the annual Friday Night Special on June 9th. Headlined by the return of the New England Supermodified Series (NESS) and Round #1 for the Myer’s Container Service Flying Tiger Triple Crown Series, Vermont’s Career Technical Centers and the Agency of Education Night at Thunder Road is set to kick off the weekly summer racing season with a classic Quarry Hill bang!

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