Just weeks after celebrating his third consecutive Riverhead Raceway NASCAR Modified championship John Beatty Jr. of Merrick disclosed on social media that he along with car owner Mark S. Mina had their entire operation available for purchase. The whispers and rumors began to swell, what’s the story? Are they changing chassis types? Are they splitting? Monday afternoon John Beatty Jr. made it official when he announced he would retire from driving after he and the MSM Elite Motorsports teams historic three straight championships. Beatty’s retirement leaves the chase for the 2026 Riverhead NASCAR Modified title wide open.
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Flying Lizard Motorsports’ Darren Law Steps Out of Driving Retirement for Daytona Return with VRC
Phoenix, Ariz., (January 13, 2026) – Flying Lizard Motorsports Team Principal Darren Law will step back into the driver’s seat later this month, taking a break from team ownership to compete with Vintage Racing Company (VRC) in the BMW M Endurance Challenge at Daytona International Speedway.
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NASCAR’s Kyle Busch Lays Out Future Retirement Plans / SiriusXM Audio
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Wayne Anderson Announces Retirement From 58 Year Racing Career, 2023 Riverhead Raceway NASCAR Modified Title Up For Grabs
During the off season on Long Island the whispers grew louder and louder on the status of the four time and defending Riverhead Raceway NASCAR Modified championship pairing of Wayne Anderson and driver Kyle Soper. With a short, simple Facebook posting published April 3rd. Anderson gave the first indication writing, “plenty of race car equipment for sale, also tools, air & electric”.
Jimmie Johnson Unveils Chrome Ally Chevrolet For Final Race as a Full-time NASCAR Cup Series Driver
CONCORD, N.C. — On Tuesday, Jimmie Johnson unveiled the sleek ride he will drive for his final race as a full-time NASCAR Cup Series driver at Phoenix Raceway. (more…)