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Ron Silk & Matt Hirschman Spilt Modified High Honors on Sunoco World Series Saturday

by Lou ModestinoOctober 13, 2025

Ron Silk, World Series 150 winner — After being a force in the RoC, Ron Silk came back later with a vengeance to absolutely dominate the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour World Series 150 as point leaders Austin Beers and Justin Bonsignore took the gloves off! (Jim DuPont photo)

Thompson, CT — The rolling thunder of the New England Supermodified Series kicked off the stacked feature racing Saturday afternoon with Jon McKennedy quickly taking over the lead from Ryan Battle by lap three. Big brother Jeffrey Battle officially sewed up his championship hopes after taking the green flag and found himself in the top three by lap 15. Facing McKennedy’s near straightaway lead, Battle went on the hunt against PJ Stergios until the final five laps but McKennedy was in another zip code, taking the win as smoke began to spirt out of the tailpipe ahead of Jeffrey Battle and Anthony Nocella.

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USNEPower Honors 1st Responders at Stafford Speedway With Family at the Heart of It All

by Lou ModestinoSeptember 11, 2025

Sponsorship inspired by USNEPower’s principal David Miller’s brother-in-law, a volunteer firefighter, and supported by his entire family

STAFFORD SPRINGS, Conn. — For David Miller, principal of USNEPower, sponsoring Stafford Speedway’s First Responders Night on September 12 is more than a sponsorship. It’s a heartfelt tribute to the bravery of first responders and a family commitment to honor those who risk it all for the safety and well-being of others.

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Lime Rock Sunday in the Park Honors Skip Barber with Special Celebration

by Lou ModestinoSeptember 2, 2025

Lime Rock HF43 — Thousands of fans and cars gather for Lime Rock Park Concours and Gathering of the Marques. Photo of the Dyson Racing Collection

LAKEVILLE, CONN. (31 August 2025)- Beneath a sky painted with white, fluffy clouds and framed by the rolling green of the Berkshire Mountains, Lime Rock Park came alive with a spectacular display of automotive excellence on Sunday.

Nearly a thousand vintage cars and motorcycles lined the historic circuit for Sunday in The Park, creating a scene as timeless as the machines themselves.

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McKennedy Uses Late Race Pass to Topple Christopher Jr. for $5K Nutmeg State 50 Honors

by Lou ModestinoJune 20, 2025

Thompson, CT — A great night of weather and talented fields greeted the crowd that entered Thompson Speedway on Wednesday night with a pit area containing nearly one hundred competitors for the Nutmeg State 50 program presented by Twisted Tea.

The Mini Stocks started off feature racing with Dave Trudeau and Sean Olden both holding out after their spins for the caution flag to rejoin the field. Under green flag conditions, though, rookie Bill Porter and returning high-marker Ryan Pomposelli put on a clean side-by-side race out front before Pomposelli broke through with five to go and motored to his first win of the season followed by Porter and Tim Dorr.

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FOX NASCAR Honors the Late Jon Edwards with ‘The Byrnsie Award’

by MikeMay 19, 2025

Award Named for Late FOX NASCAR Broadcaster Steve Byrnes Conferred on Longtime Hendrick Motorsports Communications Professional

FOX NASCAR honored the late Jon Edwards, longtime motorsports communications professional, with “The Byrnsie Award” during Sunday’s NASCAR RACEDAY prerace telecast on FS1 from North Wilkesboro Speedway.

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North Wilkesboro Honors Dale Earnhardt’s Legacy On His 74th Birthday, While Looking Ahead To NASCAR All-Star Race Week

by MikeApril 29, 2025

On what would have been Dale Earnhardt’s 74th birthday, North Wilkesboro Speedway honors his legacy as a five-time winner ahead of an action-packed All-Star Race Week, May 15-18
NASCAR All-Star Race Week packages, single-day tickets and camping to all NASCAR All-Star Race Week events are on sale

NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. (April 29, 2025) – Today, on what would have been Dale Earnhardt’s 74th birthday, North Wilkesboro Speedway is reminded of the legendary driver’s enduring connection to the track. Long before its modern-day revival, Earnhardt’s five victories at this iconic short track cemented his status as one of the sport’s all-time greats. With anticipation building for the upcoming NASCAR All-Star Race week, May 15-18, fans can relive Earnhardt’s unforgettable moments at North Wilkesboro and experience the same thrilling atmosphere that once served as the backdrop for some of his most iconic wins.

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Three Rookies Set to Chase Freshman Honors on the Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour

by Lou ModestinoMarch 17, 2025

Barre, VT — After introducing the current class of full-time warriors set to take on the Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour last week, the time has come to do the same for the incoming rookie class. Three freshman drivers currently entered to travel on the Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour are ready to visit new-to-them tracks across New England and Quebec, Canada while digging deep to out-duel each other for the coveted Rookie of the Year title! (more…)

Three Rookies Set To Chase Freshman Honors On Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour In 2025

by Lou ModestinoMarch 13, 2025

After introducing the current class of full-time warriors set to take on the Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour last week, the time has come to do the same for the incoming rookie class. Three freshman drivers currently entered to travel on the Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour are ready to visit new-to-them tracks across New England and Quebec, Canada while digging deep to out-duel each other for the coveted Rookie of the Year title! (more…)

Bruno Senna Honors His Uncle In An Unmissable Goodwood Moment

by Lou ModestinoFebruary 21, 2025February 21, 2025

The legendary Grand Prix-winning car of Ayrton Senna will take on the Goodwood circuit for the very first time at the 82nd Members’ Meeting presented by Audrain Motorsport. (more…)

Luke Baldwin To Chase NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Rookie of the Year Honors in 2025

by Kyle SouzaJanuary 30, 2025

Tommy Baldwin Racing announced today that Luke Baldwin will pilot the historic No. 7NY to compete for Rookie of the Year honors on the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour in 2025. Baldwin will compete in at least 12 of the 16 events on the circuit, beginning with the season opener at New Smyrna Speedway’s World Series of Asphalt Stock Car Racing on February 8.

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