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All Phases Renovations Racing Set for Tri-Track Debut in 2021

March 23, 2021

SEEKONK, Mass. — All Phases Renovations will make their official Modified racing debut in 2021, competing as part of a full six-race Tri Track Open Modified Series presented by All Phases Renovations season. With Larry Westgate, owner of All Phases Renovations, and drivers Max Zachem and Johnny “Kay” Kievman inside the stable, the team is hoping to be in contention for feature wins right from race one at Monadnock Speedway.

“I’m very fortunate to get hooked up with Larry through PJ Fearns and Viper Graphics,” Max Zachem, who has seven previous Tri Track starts, said. “Larry sponsored us last year at Stafford Motor Speedway and we got to know Larry and his dad well. He’s doing this with nothing but class-a equipment. There’s no reason we can’t go run top-five and top-10 and be there to win.”

Zachem has previous Modified experience, but hopes to take a brand new LFR Chassis to Victory Lane with Westgate. With the help of Lu-Mac’s Package Store, his family, friends and crew, he’s hoping this will be a breakthrough year for him as a driver. The team will also run the Outlaw Open Modified Series event at Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park on April 11 to get their feet wet together, before starting the Tri Track season on May 1.

“I’d love to get a win, we’re going to have the right equipment and the right people,” Zachem said. “You have to have it all work out at the track. You have to be there at the end with 10 to go and put yourself in the right spot. We’ve always run well at all of the tracks — it always seems like I’m in the top-five at Star in the SBM race with 30 to go and something happens. I definitely have Monadnock circled on the schedule, and enjoy Seekonk.”

Kievman, who will also be running Tri Track inside the All Phases Renovations race team, is appreciative of Westgate and his group jumping on board for the season.

“I think it’s exciting anytime that someone wants to pump money into racing, especially Modified racing,” he said. “I appreciate Larry and All Phases Renovations picking us to support this year.”

Kievman, who has been involved in racing as a driver for more than 30 years, has multiple Late Model and Super Late Model wins, and even a few Late Model championships as part of his team. But he’s yet to taste the winning glory in the Modifieds, something he is hoping to change during the 2021 season. The team already opened their year in the SMART Tour race at Caraway Speedway in March, where they finished 10th.

“We don’t unload at any race track anywhere without the intention of winning the race,” Kievman continued. “It hasn’t happened for me yet, but I have a room full of trophies at home, and Modifieds have been a steep learning curve. But that’s not going to stop us — I don’t intend to quit Modified racing until I win high-profile races. I want to race against and beat the best.”

Kievman also has support from A-Best Forklift, Viper Graphics, Billy the Kid Engines and others. Zachem’s career has been based on running for his family-owned team, and those crew members will follow him.

“I couldn’t do it without my dad and my race team,” Zachem said. “I’m fortunate to have good people involved.”

For more information on the Tri Track Open Modified Series, visit tritrackmodifieds.com and follow the series on social media channels.

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Berlin, CT’s Ryan Preece “All Smiles” Following Modified Test at Martinsville Speedway

March 22, 2021

The trip down to Florida in February typically sets the tone for the rest of each series’ seasons in regards to car count and the competition level. If World Series Speedweeks was any indication, it could be a very good year to be behind the wheel of a modified. (more…)

Thunder Road Joins FloRacing in Multi-Year Live Streaming Agreement

March 11, 2021

Barre, VT — Thunder Road event broadcasts will have a new home in 2021. Track officials and FloRacing announced today they have signed a multi-year contract to stream all Thunder Road auto racing events both live and on-demand. (more…)

Limited Sportsman Division is Key Ingredient in Devil’s Bowl Speedway Recipe

March 8, 2021

WEST HAVEN, Vt. – The future of dirt track racing is bright at Devil’s Bowl Speedway. As a leader in Vermont’s current short track racing renaissance, car counts are at their highest point in 15 years or more, and fan support has been exceptional. A key ingredient to the recipe has been the rise of the Limited Sportsman division at Devil’s Bowl. (more…)

Troy Coughlin Jr. Ready to Defend Team JEGS’ World Doorslammer Nationals Title

March 3, 2021

ORLANDO, Fla. (March 2) — Troy Coughlin Jr.’s first duty as the primary driver of the JEGS.com Elite Motorsports Chevrolet Camaro is defending the title of the second annual CTech Manufacturing World Doorslammer Nationals presented by JEGS, which takes place this weekend at Orlando Speed World Raceway.

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Devil’s Bowl Speedway Schedule Stacked with Special Events in 2021

February 26, 2021

WEST HAVEN, Vt. – Devil’s Bowl Speedway has blown out all the stops for its 2021 season schedule. The historic Vermont dirt track will open its 55^th season on Saturday, May 1 and will race 24 straight weeks through October 2. Several special events will help to further cement Devil’s Bowl Speedway’s status as the Northeast’s leading facility for crate-engine Sportsman Modifieds, and five key dates promise to be major events in the region. (more…)

Modified Racing Series Set to Return to Claremont Motorsports Park in 2021

February 25, 2021

Claremont Motorsports Park and The Modified Racing Series are pleased to announce the return of one of New England’s finest modified touring series to the NH oval in 2021. The series and track will join forces for a spectacular fall day of racing that fans won’t want to miss. Labor Day weekend, 2021, the sound of tour type modifieds will once again thunder from Thrasher Road.

“We are thrilled to be able to bring The M.R.S. back to Claremont”, stated track promoter Mike Parks. “Tour type Modifieds were the lifeblood of the speedway for many many years so to bring them back is an honor”. Parks went on to say “Jack (Bateman) and general manager Willie Doucette are bringing the series back to its roots for 2021 and we are excited to be a part of that process”.

Racer Friendly Affordable Series

As for M.R.S. in 2021, the series wants to get back to being a racer friendly, affordable series that any modified competitor can be competitive in. Thorough technical inspection, cost containment and a return to the series original tracks are all part of this initiative. “We want to be a more affordable New England short track series”, states series general manager Willie Doucette. “Claremont Motorsports Park is the reason the series started and we want to remember the places and people who got this started.” Doucette went on to say, “we want to leave something positive for the next generation of modified racers”.

Bateman and Parks have been in discussion about making this happen for several weeks and one of the discussion points was how to make the racing as exciting as possible. The two agreed that a 75 lap feature was one way to do this so that the driver would race the entire distance. The M.R.S. will use its normal pill draw and heat race qualifying format and all series technical rules and race procedures will be in effect.

The Modified Racing Series will be part of what promises to be a spectacular day of racing at the Thrasher Road speed plant. “We have assembled a fantastic list of divisions for this event”, says Parks. “Between some of our weekly divisions and the touring divisions we have brought in, this is going to be a can’t miss day of racing”.

Other Divisions Include Legends Cars

Other divisions on the card will include the Claremont Motorsports Park Street stocks, Pure Stocks, Six Shooters and the NELCAR Legends cars. If history is any indication Parks and his team will have something up their sleeves for the pure stocks and six shooters and the Legends will race for regional points and more. “This is a big weekend for the speedway and we have some Ideas for our entry level divisions”, said Parks. “We don’t have anything set in stone but we hope to get those teams a little extra glory that weekend”.

The Street Stock race will be the third annual Richard Tetreault memorial 73, co-promoted by Joe Tetreault and his family. This race has turned into a favorite of fans and competitors alike and always caters to ultra-competitive racing. “We are super excited to have this race for the third year in a row”, stated Tetreault, son of the races name sake. “Mike has been great to work with and the competitors have been awesome”. He went on to add, “We are hoping to make this year’s event bigger and better than the last two and have some exciting things in the works.”

Racing on Sunday, 9/5

All of this action will take place Sunday September 5th with a post time of 5pm. This will be the second night of racing that weekend for the Claremont racetrack as there will be racing Friday night September 3rd starting at the tracks usual post time of 7:30pm. For more information go to www.claremontmotorsportspark.com or www.themodifiedracingseries.com.

Source:
Mike Parks
President
Granite State Pro Stock Series

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Banner Line-Up of Events and Sponsors for the 54TH Consecutive Season of Racing at Bear Ridge Speedway

February 23, 2021

Bear Ridge Speedway “the fastest dirt track in Vermont” is hoping 2021 will be the year it will happen, as we once again are proud to announce a new event being added to the 2021 line up. (more…)

Speedway Motors to Celebrate Racing with Race Appreciation Week Feb. 1-7

January 28, 2021January 29, 2021

(Lincoln, Neb. Jan. 28, 2021) Speedway Motors announced today it will celebrate and kick-off the upcoming race season with Racer Appreciation Week, Feb. 1-7, which will include giveaways and special promotions.

Started in 2013, as a way to celebrate their customers who live for racing, Racer Appreciation Week is now in its 8^th year. “We are more than a speed shop or parts supplier,” said Clay Smith President and Owner of Speedway Motors. “Just like our customers, our technicians are racing on the weekends and building projects too. Racer Appreciation Week is a way to celebrate all things racing and show our support of the sport.” (more…)

Track Talk – GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY RELEASES 2021 RACING SCHEDULE WITH MORE THAN 40 EVENTS SET

January 16, 2021

BECHTELSVILLE, PA January 16, 2021 . . . It will be a busy racing season at Grandview Speedway. The 2021 schedule just released has more than 40 events set to take place starting with an Outlaw Racing Series Enduro and Outlaw Vintage Racing Series doubleheader on Saturday, March 20^th. This will mark the 59^th consecutive season of racing at the one-third-mile, banked clay track in Bechtelsville, PA.

The very popular Free-To-The-Public practice session, open to all divisions of competition, is set for Saturday, March 27^th with a 12-Noon starting time.

On April 4^th the 4^th Annual Bruce Rogers Memorial Money Maker, a 50 lap race featuring Big and Small Block Modifieds will remember the late race track owner and promoter. The winner of this prestigious event goes home with at least $7,500. Sportsman stocks will also be featured.

The T.P. Trailers Modifieds and T.P.Truck Equipment Sportsman will be featured each Saturday night, right on up to the Freedom 76, starting on April 10^th.

On five Saturdays the 602 Sportsman will join the Modifieds and Sportsman making for a tripleheader show.

Again this season the Saturday night Modifieds and Sportsman will be part of the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts National Weekly Racing Series.

The first Thunder on the Hill Racing Series event, a Bob Miller/Rogers Family promotion, will be offered on Thursday, April 22^nd and will feature the USAC National Sprint Tour and 358 Modifieds. The Thunder on the Hill Series will be seen on seven dates in 2021.

Craig Von Dohren, an 11-time track champion and winner of more than 100 features, will be in action on Saturday nights looking for his 12^th title. Jeff Strunk, shooting for his 11^th title, will be driving for new owner Zubi Racing and is expected to have young Dillon Steuer as his teammate. And rising star Danny Bouc will be a regular in Saturday night Modified action with the Norm Hansell #357. As the season opener gets closer more race team information is expected to be released.

A complete schedule of events for 2021 can be found at www.grandviewspeedway.com

Grandview Speedway

This is a 1/3 mile, high banked, clay race track located in Bechtelsville. Classes running include NASCAR Modifieds, NASCAR Late Models, Open Sprints and Micro Sprints.

www.grandviewspeedway.com

Season tickets covering all Saturday night events are available for $350. A check covering each pass being ordered can be sent to Grandview Speedway, 87 Wilt Road, Bechtelsville, PA 19505. Enclosing a self-addressed postage paid envelope will speed delivery.

The track is located on Passmore Road in Bechtelsville, PA just off Rt. 100, 10 miles north of Pottstown. The track phone number for information is 610.754.7688.

GRANDVIEW SPEEDWAY 2021 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (1/15/2021)

This schedule is subject to change without notice. For information on events, weather, etc. call 610-754-7688 or visit www.Grandview Speedway.com. A NASCAR license is required for all of those entering the pit area on a Saturday Night event.

Weekly Saturday night Modifieds and Sportsman are sponsored by T.P.Trailers and T.P.Truck Equipment.

Saturday, March 20 Outlaw Racing Series Enduro and Outlaw Vintage Racing Series 1 PM (Rain Date Sunday, March 21 -1 PM)

Saturday, March 27 FREE to the Public Open Practice All Divisions, 12 Noon

Saturday, April 3 4th Annual Bruce Rogers Memorial Money Maker – 50 laps for Big & Small Block Modifieds, $7,500 to win, plus Sportsman 7 PM

Saturday, April 10 Modifieds, Sportsman 7 PM

Sunday, April 11 Outlaw Racing Series Enduro & Outlaw Vintage Racing Series 1 PM

Saturday, April 17 Modifieds, Sportsman, 602 Sportsman 7PM

Thursday, April 22 Thunder on the Hill Racing Series-USAC National Sprint Tour and 358 Modifieds* 7:30 PM

Saturday, April 24 Modifieds, Sportsman, Outlaw Vintage Racing Series 7 PM

Saturday, May 1 Modifieds, Sportsman 7:30 PM

Friday, May 7 Outlaw Racing Series Enduro, & Outlaw Vintage Racing Series 7PM

Saturday, May 8 Modifieds, Sportsman, 602 Sportsman 7:30 PM

Saturday, May 15 Modifieds, Sportsman & East Coast USAC Sprints 7:30 PM

Saturday, May 22 Modifieds, Sportsman, Outlaw Vintage Racing Series 7:30 PM

Saturday, May 29 Modifieds, Sportsman 7:30 PM

Sunday, May 30 THUNDER ON THE HILL RACING SERIES – Triple 20’s Modifieds*, Sportsman & Outlaw Vintage Racing Series 7:30 PM

Saturday, June 5 Modifieds, Sportsman 7:30 PM

Friday, June 11 Outlaw Racing Series Enduro, & Outlaw Vintage Racing Series 7 PM

Saturday, June 12 Modifieds, Sportsman, 602 Sportsman 7:30 PM

Tuesday, June 15 THUNDER ON THE HILL RACING SERIES 7:30 PM

Jesse Hockett Classic USAC National Sprint Tour & 358 Modifieds*

Saturday, June 19 Modifieds, Sportsman, Wingless Super Sportsman 7:30 PM

Saturday, June 26 Modified, Sportsman, Outlaw Vintage Racing Series 7:30PM

Tuesday, June 29 THUNDER ON THE HILL RACING SERIES 7:30 PM

$10,000 to Win Hodnett Cup PA 410 Sprint Speed Week & 358 Modifieds* 7:30 PM

Saturday, July 3 Modifieds & Sportsman Firecracker 40 7:30 PM

Friday, July 9 Outlaw Racing Series Enduro & Outlaw Vintage Racing Series 7PM

Saturday, July 10 Modifieds, Sportsman 7:30 PM

Saturday, July 17 Modifieds, Sportsman & URC Sprints 7:30 PM

Saturday, July 24 Modifieds, Sportsman & Outlaw Vintage Racing Series 7:30 PM

Saturday, July 31 Modifieds, Sportsman, 602 Sportsman 7:30 PM

Tuesday, August 3 THUNDER ON THE HILL RACING SERIES 7:30 PM – USAC National Midgets Ken Brenn Masters & 358 Modifieds* 7:30 PM

Friday, August 6 Outlaw Racing Series Enduro & Outlaw Vintage Racing Series 7PM

Saturday, Aug 7 Modifieds & Sportsman 7:30 PM

Saturday, August 14 Forrest Rogers Memorial for Modifieds 50 Laps & Sportsman 7:30 PM

Saturday, August 21 Modifieds, Sportsman, (Tentatively 602 Sportsman) 7:30 PM (Forrest Rogers Rain date)

Thursday, August 26 THUNDER ON THE HILL RACING SERIES 7:30 PM – Tony Stewart All Star Circuit of Champions 410 Sprints & 358 Modifieds* 7:30 PM

Saturday, August 28 Modifieds, Sportsman & Outlaw Vintage Racing Series 7:30 PM

Friday, September 3 Outlaw Racing Series Enduro, & Outlaw Vintage Racing Series 7 PM

Saturday, September 4 Modifieds, Sportsman & ARDC Midgets 7:30 PM

Saturday, September 11 Champions Night! Modifieds, Sportsman 7:30 PM

Friday, September 17 Sportsman 38 laps, (TBA), Modified Practice 7:30 PM

Saturday, September 18 51st Annual Freedom 76 Modified Classic 7 PM

Saturday, September 25 Outlaw Racing Series Enduro, & Outlaw Vintage Racing Series (Freedom 76 Rain date) 7PM

Saturday, October 16 THUNDER ON THE HILL RACING SERIES 6 PM MODS AT THE MADHOUSE Triple 20’s & Sportsman 6 PM

Sunday, October 17 Outlaw Racing Series Enduro, & Outlaw Vintage Racing Series 1 PM

Sunday, November 7 Fall Racer’s Flea Market Starting at 7 AM

*indicates NASCAR points

Thunder on the Hill Racing Series is a Rogers Family/Bob Miller Promotion 32nd Anniversary Season!

Visit our web sites: www.grandviewspeedway.com and www.thunderonthehillracingseries.com

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