Chase Briscoe won the Cup Race while Joey Logano of Middletown, CT came up with a very respectful eighth place and Corey LaJoie took down ninth place with Ryan Preece of Berlin, CT earning a 12th. Not so fortunate was Boston’s Kaz Grala who placed 24th. Note that Corey LaJoie is the son of Randy La Joie of Norwalk, CT who was a two-time NASCAR Xfinity Champion,
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Here’s how New England drivers and those with connections to the Six State Area and NY did over the past weekend
Harrison Burton won the Cup race at Daytona while Joey Logano of Middletown, CT ended his night in 31st. Also Corey LaJoie did even worse with a 34th position and Ryan Preece of Berlin, CT ended up 39th going out early in that race. LaJoie is the son of two-time Xfinity Champion Randy LaJoie who grew up in Norwalk, CT before moving to the Charlotte, NC area.
An Update On Our New England Correspondent, Lou Modestino
Those of you who follow New England short track racing (or any kind actually) are familiar with our own Lou Modestino, who has been covering New England stock car racing for many years. (more…)
Claremont Motorsports Park Announces Divisional Sponsor for New England Tour Type Late Models
Claremont, NH — June 11, 2024 — Claremont Motorsports Park is excited to announce that Judd’s Automotive of Heartland, Vermont, will be the new title sponsor for the New England Tour Type Late Model division. This partnership is set to bring renewed energy and support to the division, fostering its growth and success in the coming seasons.
Brookside Equipment Southern New England Triple Crown Ready for Seekonk Lid-Lifter
Barre, VT — The much-anticipated Brookside Equipment Sales Southern New England Triple Crown is ready to start in a big way at Seekonk Speedway in just over one week. Three marquee events make up the Brookside Equipment Sales Triple Crown this summer at two of the region’s most iconic settings, all with nearly $100,000 in purse money, contingency awards and point fund monies on the line between the three races! (more…)
How Did Northeast Drivers And Those With Connections To The Six New England States Fared At Charlotte And Indy
Christopher Bell made it to Victory Lane in the Cup race with Joey Logano of Middletown, CT coming in 14th and Ryan Preece of Berlin, CT took 26th with Boston’s Kaz Grala ending up 34th while Corey LaJoie ended his day in 35th.
Corey LaJoie is the son of Randy LaJoie who called Norwalk, CT home before he moved to Charlotte, NC to be closer to the NASCAR action in which he won a pair of Xfinity Championships.
Chase Elliott came home the victor in the Xfinity Series race with Kyle Weatherman ended up 10th and Anthony Alfredo of Ridgefield, CT got 16th, Patrick Emerling of Long Island, NY came in 30th, Blain Perkins was 35th and Parker Kligerman of Stamford, CT ended up 37th. Weatherman and Perkins both drive team cars for Cape Cod’s Chris and Mary Our that get their US Mail in Harwich, MA.
Tanner Gray won the Menards ARCA Series while Andy Jankowiak of Buffalo, NY came in 16th.
Joseph Newgarden won the Indy 500 and Santino Ferrucci of Woodbury, CT. Ferrucci was also in the hunt for the entire 500 miles
Here’s How The NASCAR Drivers From New England Performed At Kansas
Kyle Larson won the race while Corey Lajoie came in 26th with Ryan Preece of Berlin, CT finished 28th while Joey Logano of Middletown, CT ended his day in 34th. Corey LaJoie is the son of Two-Time Xfinity Champion Randy LaJoie who grew up in Norwalk, CT before moving to the Charlotte, NC area in order to be at NASCAR’s Center.
Over 50 Historic Race Cars Expected at New England Racers Reunion May 4
LOUDON, NH: The annual New England Racers Reunion presented by Autopac Gallery is set to feature a variety of race cars and race motorcycles for outdoor display at the New England Racing Museum (922 NH Route 106, Loudon, NH) on Saturday May 4th. The event will showcase racing exhibits from the Ron Bouchard Museum, Fred Harbach Mobile Museum, Ollie Silva Mobile Museum and the Maine Vintage Race Car Association. ACOT, STAR and NEAR will have car corrals. New for this year will be a historic drag racing cackle. The event is the season opening fundraiser for the nonprofit museum. (more…)
How New England Cup Series Drivers Fared at the LA Coliseum
Denny Hamlin came home the winner at NASCAR’s first Cup race while Joey Logano of Middletown, CT had to settle for fourth while Ryan Preece of Berlin, CT ended his effort in 11th and Corey LaJoie placed 17th. Corey is the son of two-time Xfinity Champion Randy LaJoie who is a native of Norwalk, CT.
Sprint Cars of New England 2024 Schedule
Sprint Cars of New England 2024 Schedule was just announced. (more…)
Speedway Children’s Charities to Distribute $131,750 to 40 New England Charities
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With 2023 coming to an end, it’s time for the New Hampshire Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities (SCCNH) to spread some holiday cheer for kids in need throughout New England. The 14th annual Grant Distribution Ceremony, set for Thursday, Dec. 7 at The Palace Theatre in Manchester, N.H., will provide $131,750 in grants to 40 area charities.
New England Needs Vintage Racing Renewal
Before New Hampshire International Speedway was sold to the late Bruton Smith of Speedway Motorsports and Sonic Automobiles by the late Bob Bahre, builder of that one-and-one eighth-mile paved venue, it presented one of the best Vintage racecar events held at NHIS and the USA.
New England Auto Racing Hall of Fame Inducts the 25th Class
HOLYOKE, Mass. – The New England Auto Racers (NEAR) President April May Preston-Elms is honored and pleased to announce the 2023 NEAR Hall of Fame (HoF) Class. The landmark 25th class for the region’s most highly regarded motorsports shrine was formally inducted into the NEAR Hall of Fame on Sunday, November 5, at the Log Cabin in Holyoke, Ma.
MA – Middleboro – Annual New England Gathering of the Faithful
The 22nd Annual New England Speed Meeting “Gathering of the Faithful” is Saturday October 14, 2023, 9am – 3pm. ALL Pre 1960 RODS, CUSTOMS, VINTAGE RACE CARS AND ENTHUSIASTS ARE WELCOME
New England Drivers And Their Results From Indy
Michael McDowell won the Cup race at the Brickyard …
New England Auto Racing Hall of Fame Announces 25th Class of Inductees
HOLYOKE, Mass. – The New England Auto Racers (NEAR) President April May Preston-Elms is honored and pleased to announce the 2023 NEAR Hall of Fame Class. The landmark 25th class for the region’s most highly regarded motorsports shrine will be formally inducted into the NEAR Hall of Fame on Sunday, November 5, at the Log Cabin-Delaney House in Holyoke, Massachusetts.
New England Native Kaz Grala Returns to Hometrack of New Hampshire Motor Speedway
LOUDON, N.H. – Kaz Grala, a native of Boston, Mass., will make his return to his hometrack of New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) for the first time since 2019. On Saturday, July 15, Grala will pilot the No. 26 Toyota GR Supra in the Ambetter Health 200 NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS) race at “The Magic Mile” on the hunt for the trophy and Sam Hunt Racing’s first win. (more…)
New England Auto Racers Are Gearing Up To Hit A Venue Near You In 2023
The New England Auto Racers (NEAR) have a full schedule set for the 2023 racing season across New England. (more…)