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Curb Records / Borchetta Bourbon All American 400 Pres. By Appalachian Sucker Punch, Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway, Friday-Sunday, November 7-9, 2025

by MikeOctober 31, 2025

The 40th Curb Records / Borchetta Bourbon All American 400 presented by Appalachian Sucker Punch returns to the historic Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway November 7–9, 2025, for one of short track racing’s most celebrated weekends. A crown jewel event on the national calendar, the All American 400 brings together the country’s top Super Late Model stars and teams for a season-ending showdown that blends speed, history, and the spirit of Music City. Fans from across the nation will gather for three action-packed days of racing, entertainment, and Nashville-style celebration.

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Stafford Speedway Launches “Full Throttle Club” for Weekly Racers — Debuts with Complimentary Tire Program in 2026

by Lou ModestinoOctober 31, 2025

(Stafford Springs, CT)—Stafford Speedway has unveiled the Full Throttle Club, a new rewards initiative designed to give back to the competitors who are the backbone of weekly racing at the historic half-mile. The program officially launches in 2026, kicking off with a Complimentary Tire Program for dedicated full-time race teams beginning in August 2026.

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Full Circle for Michaud and Mayberry; ACT and PASS Lease Lee USA Speedway

by Lou ModestinoOctober 29, 2025

The American-Canadian Tour franchise and the Pro All Stars Series sanctioning body have partnered once again to lease and operate the Lee USA Speedway in Southern New Hampshire starting in 2026.

Barre, VT & Naples, ME — For the American-Canadian Tour’s Cris Michaud and the Pro All Stars Series’ Tom Mayberry, Lee USA Speedway has always held a special place. For Michaud, he fought 59 other cars for a starting spot in 2005’s Seacoast Late Model Challenge, later taking the lead from seven-time ACT champion Jean-Paul Cyr for the win. For Mayberry, Red and Judy McDonald believed in a new Super Late Model series back in 2001 and provided the launching pad for the Pro All Stars Series some twenty-five years ago. Now, the two have partnered once again to lease the 1/3-mile facility on the New Hampshire seacoast, ready to give back and return the famed oval to its place in Northeast racing prominence.

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White Mountain Motorsports Park Introduces Crown Vic Division for 2026

by Lou ModestinoOctober 28, 2025

Crown Vics at White Mountain — After a stellar debut back in September, White Mountain Motorsports Park (WMMP) Officials have added a Crown Vic Division at the New Hampshire oval in part-time competition for 2026. (Johnny Racer photo)

N. Woodstock, NH —White Mountain Motorsports Park (WMMP) officials announced Monday that the fan-favorite Crown Vic division will be included in Saturday night racing at the North Woodstock oval in 2026. The Crown Vics made their White Mountain debut on September 27th was labeled a welcome addition by fans and drivers, paving the way for the creation of a rule book and planning for a regular division in the upcoming year.

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Sands Captures Haunted at Seekonk for Second Straight Year; Lessard Clinches First ACT Title, Returning Crown to Canada

by Lou ModestinoOctober 27, 2025

Derry, New Hampshire’s Erick Sands carries the checkered flag after winning his second straight Milton CAT Haunted Hundred at Seekonk Speedway. (Mark A. Cote photo)

Seekonk, MA — Derry, New Hampshire’s Erick Sands earned another season-ending treat in the Milton CAT Haunted Hundred at Massachusetts’ Seekonk Speedway on Saturday, October 25, winning the event for the second year in a row. Sands took the lead from Quebec City, Quebec’s William Larue on lap 61 and motored away down the stretch. Behind him, Larue’s teammate Raphael Lessard of Vallée-Jct., Quebec put a bow on the 2025 Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour (ACT) championship, bringing the title to Canada for the first time since 2008.

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Get Ready for a Frightfully Fun Race Day At Seekonk!

by Lou ModestinoOctober 24, 2025

The Monaco Modified Series teams up with HalloWizz for a Halloween celebration you won’t forget! Join us for the USNEPower Haunted Hundred XL at Seekonk Speedway on Saturday, October 25th, for a day filled with thrilling races and spooky fun.

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NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Comes Home to Thompson for Three Events in 2026

by Lou ModestinoOctober 24, 2025

The NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour returns to Thompson Speedway in 2026 — The NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour returns to Thompson Speedway (CT) for three marquee events at the 5/8-mile, highbanked oval in 2026! (Tom Morris photo)

Thompson, CT — The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) announced Thursday afternoon the 2026 Whelen Modified Tour schedule ahead of the 2025 championship event at Martinsville Speedway in Virginia. Included in the sixteen race schedule will be three events contested on the 0.625-mile Thompson Speedway here in Connecticut including the all-important finale in the heart of Modified country.

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2nd Annual Thunder In The Mountains 200 Set For Saturday, June 20th At White Mountain

by Lou ModestinoOctober 24, 2025

The NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour returns to White Mountain Motorsports Park (NH) for the 2nd annual Thunder in the Mountains 200 on Saturday, June 20th. (Tom Morris photo)

N. Woodstock, NH — NASCAR officials announced the 2026 Whelen Modified Tour schedule at Martinsville Speedway Thursday afternoon just ahead of the Tour’s championship event. Included in the sixteen-race schedule is the 2nd annual Thunder in the Mountains 200 at White Mountain Motorsports Park (WMMP) on Saturday, June 20 after NASCAR’s most historic division put on yet another stellar showing in 2025.

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Gabe Brown Takes Down Win #4, Tightens Milton CAT Championship Chase at Oxford

by Lou ModestinoOctober 23, 2025

Gabe Brown, Milton CAT racer — Navigating lap traffic was the name of the game Saturday afternoon at Oxford Plains Speedway as leader Gabe Brown (47NH) claws underneath Ryan Olsen (61NH) and rookie point leader Justin Storace (background). (Mark A. Cote photo)

Oxford, ME — Fifty-two Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour-sanctioned racers packed the pit area Saturday morning as part of the action-packed Spencer Group Paving PASS 400 Weekend. Originally set for an early-season April showdown, the Pine Tree State 125 presented by Wellman Paving was rain delayed by 175 days for the Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour’s third visit to Oxford Plains Speedway this season with thirty cars making the trip. Saturday’s showcase was also a shining moment for the ACT Flying Tigers, rounding out this year’s three-race Tri-State Series with the Vacationland 75.

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Riverhead Raceway 9th Annual Islip 300 Registration Open, Race Procedure Changes Announced For November 15th Event

by Bob FinanOctober 22, 2025

Activity and excitement surrounding the 9th annual Islip 300 Saturday November 15th at Riverhead Raceway building for the $12,000 to win tour type Modified spectacular. Monday, track management announced free registration for the Islip 300 and support classes is now open, as well revealing several major changes to race procedure for the 300. Chase Grennan of Glen Cove scored a huge upset win at just 17-years old last November, and the college freshman hopes to become the first back-to-back winner of the short track classic next month.
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