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Ted Christopher Drive for Safety Initiative 2024

September 6, 2024

(Stafford Springs, CT)—For the fifth consecutive season, the Ted Christopher Safety Initiative will support local driver safety at Stafford Speedway. Established prior to the start of the 2020 season by Quinn Christopher, the Ted Christopher Safety Initiative will provide an SK Modified® driver with a brand new fully custom and embroidered Pro Series Double Layer firesuit.

Unlike years past when there has been a drawing in NAPA Victory Lane to determine the firesuit winner, this year’s Leaf firesuit will be awarded via a driver vote. Only SK Modified® drivers who have attended every race thus far during the 2024 season will be eligible to vote and that same group of drivers will be the only ones eligible to receive the new firesuit. The winner will be announced during the Friday, September 13 TC 13 Shootout / First Responders Night program.

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John Hunter Nemechek / No. 20 Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Toyota GR Supra Preview

August 14, 2024

NEMECHEK AT MICHIGAN: John Hunter Nemechek is the defending race winner for the NASCAR Xfinity Series at Michigan International Speedway. Last year, he was involved in an early wreck before recovering to win stage two and ultimately win the race. In his Xfinity Series career, he has a pair of top-10 finishes at Michigan. He also won the pole award and finished third in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race at Michigan in 2018.

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Monaco Ford Driving Safety and SK Light Modifieds at Stafford Speedway in 2024

March 28, 2024

(Stafford Springs, CT)—Monaco Ford of Glastonbury, CT will return to Stafford Speedway in 2024 as the official sponsor of the Monaco Ford Safety Team and supply two 2024 Ford trucks for the safety team to utilize on track. Monaco Ford will also be seen as sponsors on the SK Light car #46 of Brian Sullivan and the #75 SK Modified® and Open Modified cars of David Arute during the 2024 season at Stafford Speedway.

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John Hunter Nemechek – No. 20 Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Toyota GR Supra Preview – United Rentals 300 at Daytona International Speedway

February 13, 2024

NEMECHEK AT DAYTONA: In five career NASCAR Xfinity Series starts at Daytona International Speedway, John Hunter Nemechek owns one top-five finish and two top-10s. Last February, Nemechek finished second at the 2.5-mile superspeedway after narrowly missing out on the victory when he was side-by-side with the eventual winner as a caution ended the race.

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How Have Safety Measures Improved in Motorsports?

January 30, 2024

The history of motorsports is marked by incidents that show just how critical need for robust safety measures is. As a result, driver protection advancements that ensure the safety of drivers in various motor racing disciplines has improved significantly in recent years. Here are some of the ways safety measures have improved in motorsports. (more…)

LaPlante Racing Products Raises the Bar on Safety at Stafford Speedway

January 5, 2024January 5, 2024

(Stafford Springs, CT)—LaPlante Racing Products has joined the Stafford Speedway contingency program. For the 2024 season, LaPlante Racing Products will reward each SK Light 3^rd place finisher with a $75 bonus.

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Holley’s Robust Portfolio of Safety Solutions on Display at PRI 2023

December 6, 2023

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – Dec. 6, 2023 – Holley Inc. (NYSE: HLLY), a leader in automotive aftermarket performance solutions, is demonstrating its continued commitment to advancing safety in motorsports with its participation in the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) 2023 tradeshow. The company’s Stilo, Simpson, HANS and RaceQuip brands will be on display at the event, solidifying Holley’s stronghold on motorsports with its best-in-class safety products.

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Ted Christopher Drive for Safety Initiative to Award Five Leaf Racewear Firesuits to Stafford Drivers

August 23, 2023

(Stafford Springs, CT)—For the fourth consecutive season the Ted Christopher Safety Initiative will support local driver’s safety at Stafford Speedway. Established prior to the start of the 2020 season by Quinn Christopher, the Ted Christopher Safety Initiative will provide five Stafford drivers with a brand new Leaf Racewear Firesuit.

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Preseason Safety Inspection Dates Announced For Riverhead Raceway April 8th & April 15th

March 16, 2023

With 2023 Speedweeks firmly in the rearview mirror, Riverhead Raceway announced today two preseason safety inspection days Saturday April 8th and Saturday April 15th. Weather permitting, both inspection days run from 10:00 am through 3:00 pm and kickoff a busy month of April leading up to the 73rd season opening weekend Saturday evening May 6th and Sunday afternoon May 7th.

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7 NASCAR Safety Essentials to Keep Drivers Protected

November 8, 2022

If you’re a fan of NASCAR, or just enjoy watching races for the excitement and thrill, it’s important to be aware of the safety features in place that keep drivers protected. Even if you’re not someone who is particularly interested in the technical aspects of racing, it’s still good to know what makes NASCAR unique when it comes to safety. Here are seven essentials that help make NASCAR one of the safest forms of motorsport. (more…)