Boespflug To Make Midget Debut At Chili Bowl

by Petersen Media 
Hanford, CA | Dec. 24, 2013 - After having a very strong year in the sprint car ranks, Hanford, CA driver, Chad Boespflug is excited to make his midget debut at the Chili Bowl Midget National’s aboard one of Bill Ecker’s RAB Racing entries.

“I am very excited to get behind the wheel of a midget at the Chili Bowl,” Boespflug said. “It is something I’ve always wanted to do, and I am really looking forward to getting to Tulsa, and shaking them down.”

The RAB Racing team had a very strong 2013 as they picked up the prestigious Kokomo Klash with midget ace, Shane Cottle behind the wheel, and over the coarse of the year, Brad Kuhn piloted their machine to the 2013 Badger Series Championship.

“The team had a great 2013, and I’m hoping I can make them proud at the Chili Bowl, and hopefully do some more midget racing in 2014,” Boespflug said.

Kasey Kahne To Pilot Jason Leffler Tribute Car In Chili Bowl Midget Nationals

Tony Stewart Racing & Beast Enterprises To Host Racecar Giveaway, Charles Dean Leffler Discretionary Trust Fundraiser Promotion

INDIANAPOLIS, IN | Dec. 20, 2013 – Tony Stewart Racing and Beast Enterprises announced today NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver Kasey Kahne has joined the star-studded field for the 28th annual Chili Bowl Midget Nationals presented by General Tire Jan. 14-18 at the Tulsa (Okla.) Expo Center. Kahne will pilot the No. 71 Jason Leffler Tribute/Chevrolet/Beast being entered by the late Jason Leffler and Julianna Patterson.

“Jason Leffler was a good buddy of mine and it’s neat that Bob East and Tony Stewart asked me to drive his tribute car in this year’s Chili Bowl,” Kahne said.

Race fans will have an opportunity to win the car – not including the engine – that Kahne will drive in this year’s Chili Bowl by registering online http://www.starnetdp.com/Charlie-ChiliBowll/intro.html. Stewart drove the same car in the Chili Bowl in 2012 and 2013. A random drawing following the Chili Bowl will determine one winner who will become the new owner of the racecar, built specifically for use indoors. No purchase or donation is necessary to enter.

Cali Civil War Sprint Car Series Presented by Flowmaster Geared Up For Aggressive 13 Race Season

Aptos, CA | Dec. 20, 2013 - On the heels of a very competitive Civil War Sprint Car Series Presented by Flowmaster in 2013, the Prentice Motorsports Group has taken command in 2014, and has put together a very competitive13 race schedule traveling to eight different tracks.

“We are very excited with the Civil War Sprint Car Series Presented by Flowmaster in 2014,” President of PMG, John Prentice said. “We have some really big events that boast a very nice payday, and we are excited with the start we are off to with Flowmaster coming on board on top of a nice schedule.”

Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals nearing 250 entries

by Bryan HulbertTULSA, Okla. | Dec. 17, 2013 - From every corner of the racing world, the names are pouring onto the entry list for the 29th Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals presented by General Tire. With construction of the Tulsa Expo Raceway underway inside the River Spirit Expo Center, entries are creeping near the 250 mark with 236 entered prior to the December 17 discounted entry deadline.

Included in the latest wave of entries is the name that’s haunted the dreams of Golden Driller hopefuls over the last five years.

Payton Pierce Ends Rookie Sprint Car Campaign with Success!

Bridgeport, Texas | Dec. 17, 2013 – After 22 races at 11 different tracks in four states, Payton Pierce has closed out his rookie year in sprint cars. Running cars like outlaw kart, micros, and midgets, the 305 sprint car was a completely different animal for the young driver. While running his family owned 305 sprint car throughout the Texas area, Pierce was able to start every A-Main and win three of those. Only marking the start of what should be a lengthy and great career for the Bridgeport native.

Pierce was able to be blessed throughout the entire year with amazing races, sponsorship help, and much more. Gaining experience and knowledge while racing week in and week out, the team bonded together and learned a lot about not only each other, but the car and tracks as well. Not only did Pierce run 22 races throughout the year, but even promoted a non-wing 305 sprint car race at Boyd Raceway.

Andy Gregg and Russell Motorsports Land Mike’s Hard Lemonade Sponsorship

by Petersen Media 
California | Dec. 17, 2013 - After having a very successful end of the 2013 season with Scott Russell and his Russell Motorsports No. 14R, Andy Gregg is very excited to announce he will be aboard Russell’s machine full time in 360ci competition in 2014, and the team is thrilled to announce they have landed Mike’s Hard Lemonade as a primary sponsor for the season.

“I am thrilled to be back aboard Scott Russell’s car in 2014, and both of us are very excited to have Mike’s on board as one of our main sponsors.”

Kruseman Motorsports among latest teams to enter the Chili Bowl

by Bryan Hulbert 

TULSA, OK | Dec. 15, 2013 -  Every year the list of drivers that make up the Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals presented by General Tire becomes more diverse. Whether dirt, asphalt, or a mixture of the two, drivers that make their way to the clay of the Tulsa Expo Raceway each carry a back story unlike any other event in modern-day motorsports.

With just under a month until the first green flag falls, entries for the 28th running of the world’s largest indoor Midget Sprint Car race are closing in on the 200 mark with 177 between 119 owners confirming their run at the Golden Driller.

Increasing to 37 past feature starters, Cory Kruseman is among the latest Champions to add his name to the roster. Twice a Lucas Oil Chili Bowl winner in 2000 and 2004, Kruseman’s first Chili Bowl “A” Feature start came in 1998. Second only to Sammy Swindell in terms of best average finish in the Chili Bowl’s championship event, Kruseman’s record includes six podium appearances and just as many top fives’ to go along with nine top tens’. Kruseman also has seven preliminary night victories to his credit. Kruseman’s 2013 season included 5 victories.

In addition to his own Lucas Oil No. 21k, Cory’s name will be attached to a total of five entries, including a trio of Chili Bowl Rookies, and one seat still open for business.

2014 USAC NATIONAL SCHEDULES ANNOUNCED

Indianapolis, IN | Dec. 15, 2013 - USAC’s National racing schedules were announced today and distributed at the annual Performance Racing Industry trade show in Indianapolis, Ind.

The Silver Crown, AMSOIL National Sprint Car and Honda National Midget schedules contain 71 events in 16 states, beginning with the February 20-21-22 “Winter Dirt Games” Sprint races in Ocala, Fla. and concluding with the November 27 “Turkey Night Grand Prix” Midget race at Perris, Calif.

The Honda USAC National Pavement Midget schedule is currently being finalized and will be released soon.

2014 USAC SOUTHWEST SPRINT CAR PREVIEW & SCHEDULE

By Lance Jennings
PEORIA, AZ | DEC. 13, 2013 - After a successful campaign, USAC SouthWest Sprint Car Series Director Kevin Montgomery has released the 2014 schedule. Showcasing thirty-nine nights of action, the Arizona based group will start with the "3rd Annual Winter Challenge" and close with the $7,500-to-win "Western World Championships" at Canyon Speedway Park. In addition, the traditional sprint cars will clash in the special events like the “Grudge Series,” “Freedom Tour,” and “Border Tour” in Nevada, Oklahoma, Kansas, Texas, New Mexico, and California.

Quincy Raceways Announces Tentative 2014 Schedule With Increased Late Model Payout

by Jack Walbring
QUINCY, IL | Dec. 14, 2013 - Quincy Raceways has scheduled 26 nights of racing for the 2014 season. The schedule remains in the “tentative” stage as a few special events are still waiting to be booked which will require some minor modifications.

In addition, the track would like to give each of the weekly classes one or two nights off during the season so that teams can schedule vacations or make other plans. Those nights are not reflected on the tentative schedule for some classes and will be determined based on feedback and further scheduling of special events.

2014 Lucas Oil ASCS National Lineup

INDIANAPOLIS, IN | Dec. 14, 2013 - Expanding the Lucas Oil American Sprint Car Series presented by MAVTV American Real in more way than one, the national arm of the American Sprint Car Series will potentially see 65 dates, if not more in 2014 with several new venues in the works as well as returns to tracks not seen in over ten years.

Spanning across 15 states and 32 municipalities already, the lineup for the series 23rd season of operation will see new facilities added to the record books of the Lucas Oil ASCS presented by MAVTV American Real. Along with the expanded schedule over 2013’s lineup of 55 dates, expanded tow-money will be offered with the top 12 in owner-points now eligible for tow-money.

With only a hand full of dates still needing to be finalized, the series will see a return to California with dates in May before heading up to Oregon’s Cottage Grove Speedway.

54th Annual FVP Knoxville Nationals to be aired on MAVTV

KNOXVILLE, IA | Dec. 14, 2013 - Knoxville Raceway today is proud to announce the most prestigious sprint car race in the world has a new television partner, MAVTV, for the 54th Annual FVP Knoxville Nationals presented by Casey’s General Store.

Knoxville Raceway’s General Manager, Brian Stickel says the addition of MAVTV broadcasting the Nationals will allow us to capture a larger audience via their network. The Knoxville Nationals will race August 6th-9th and the race will be shown on a delay in September on MAVTV. MAVTV is available in 60 Million households.

Owned and operated by Lucas Oil Products, MAVTV is a television network with its roots deep in the automotive world. With an unparalleled line-up of motorsports events and exclusive automotive reality shows, MAVTV is the answer for motorheads from all walks of life. But MAVTV is much more than a motorsports destination, with original action/adventure programming, live MMA and an unbelievable library of blockbuster movies – MAVTV is a network the whole family can enjoy. A network by the people and for the people, made in in America and American Real.

TALLADEGA SHORT TRACK TO HOST NeSMITH STREET STOCK SUMMER NATIONAL SHOOTOUT

INDIANAPOLIS, IN | Dec. 13, 2013 - NeSmith Racing officials announced today at the Performance Racing Industry Show that Talladega Short Track in Eastaboga, AL will host the NeSmith Performance Parts Street Stock Summer National Shootout on July 19. The event will consist of two $1,000-to-win races, plus a Non-Qualifiers Race.

Drivers competing in the NeSmith Performance Parts Street Stock National Shootout will receive points towards the NeSmith Performance Parts Street Stock Division Presented By AR Bodies National Championship. The event will be co-sanctioned by the Mississippi Street Stock Series, and drivers will receive points for that series as well.

Old Man's Garage Joins Ray Cook's Spring Nationals Series as Title Sponsor

Schaeffer Oil will Also be Presenting Sponsor of Second-Year Southern Tour

By Chris Tilley, Southern Nationals PR
BRASSTOWN, NC (December 13, 2013) - The Ray Cook-promoted Spring Nationals Series is extremely pleased to announce that Old Man's Garage will join the second-year tour as the title sponsor for the next three seasons.

The Rainbow City, AL based company will join the Spring Nationals Series as title sponsor for the next three seasons and will also become the presenting sponsor of the 10th Anniversary running of the Schaeffer's Oil Southern Nationals series.

2014 Schedules for Spring Nationals, Southern Nationals, and Bonus Races Released!

Bonus Races Join for 10 Extra Events on 2014 Slate

  

By Chris Tilley, Southern Nationals PR
BRASSTOWN, NC (December 13, 2013) - Officials of the Old Man's Garage Spring Nationals Series presented by Schaeffer's Oil and the Schaeffer Oil Southern Nationals Series presented by Old Man's Garage are pleased to introduce the race schedules for the 2014 season. In addition to two-points paying mini-tours, the Southern Nationals Bonus Races will feature ten non-points events from March-November of 2014.

NeSMITH CHEVROLET DLMS ANNOUNCES 2014 TOURING DIVISION SCHEDULE

INDIANAPOLIS, IN | Dec. 13, 2013 – The NeSmith Chevrolet Dirt Late Model Series has announced its 2014 Touring Division schedule today at the PRI Trade Show. The 10th season for the NeSmith Chevrolet DLMS Touring Division will feature 25 races over 11 weekends at 14 different tracks in seven different states.

Bubba Raceway Park in Ocala, FL will bookend the 2014 NeSmith Chevrolet Dirt Late Model Series Touring Division schedule by opening the season with five straight races during the Bubba Army Speedweek, and then hosting the series finale.

Record Number Of Events On 2014 DIRTcar Summer Nationals Schedule

 Grueling Dirt Late Model Series Will Test Teams With 33 Races Over 39 Days 

by Kevin Kovac
CONCORD, NC | Dec. 12, 2013 - A record number of events appear on the 2014 DIRTcar Summer Nationals ‘Hell Tour’ schedule, which was released Thursday by DIRTcar officials during the Performance Racing Industry Trade Show in Indianapolis.

Stretching nearly six weeks for the second consecutive year, dirt Late Model racing’s biggest test of man and machine will feature 33 races at 32 tracks in nine states over a period of 39 days. 

World of Outlaws STP Sprint Cars Announce Huge 2014 Schedule!

INDIANAPOLIS, IN | Dec. 12, 2013 - The World of Outlaws STP Sprint Car Series announced a huge 2014 schedule on Thursday during the Performance Racing Industry trade show at the Indiana Convention Center, highlighting the "Salute to the King" as the legendary Steve Kinser makes his final run at winning a 21st championship beginning in February at the DIRTcar Nationals.

The 2014 tour will feature 92 race nights at 52 different tracks across 24 states and three Canadian provinces.

Jonathan Allard Bids Farewell To Williams Motorsports - Moves to Tri-C Motorsports in 2014

And now... the rest of the story.

by Petersen Media | photo by Impact Photographix 
Chico, CA | Dec. 11, 2013 - Over the past week there has been awhirlwind of news surrounding Jonathan Allard, and his future. From New Zealand, Allard has put together the statement below to Williams Motorsports, his fans, and his new team, Tri-C Motorsports.

Big Game Motorsports Driver Sammy Swindell Claims New Zealand Championship ~ Chili Bowl Next!

by Inside Line Promotions 
AUCKLAND, New Zealand | Dec. 4, 2013 - Big Game Motorsports pilot Sammy Swindell capped the year by claiming his first career Porter Hire International Sprintcar Series title.

Driving for Ron Salter, Swindell picked up his first-ever victory at Western Springs Speedway on Nov. 23 and he then charged from 15th to third last Sunday to earn the championship. It also marked the fourth track in New Zealand where Swindell has won at least one race.

“It all went real well,” he said. “We had a new car and they don’t give you any practice. You show up, they give you your heat spot and you go out and run. It makes it a little tough.”

Hines and Darland Among Latest Chili Bowl entries

by Bryan Hulbert
TULSA, OK | Dec. 9, 2013 - As the December 17 deadline for early entry looms, the number of drivers has begun to swell as the list of Golden Driller hopefuls stands at 137 drivers spread among 95 teams.

Tracy Hines is the first past driver champion to enter the 2014 Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals presented by General Tire. Topping the field in 2005 for Wilke-Pak, the Indiana native will be behind the wheel of the Bob Parker backed No. 24. Hines, with 12 Chili Bowl “A” Features to his credit, will also field a car in the coming Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals for C.J. Leary.

After a stirring performance that culminated in winning the 73rd Turkey Night Grand Prix, Dave Darland will look to add a Golden Driller to his list of accomplishments in 2014. Ten victories in 2013, Darland will take to the clay in the RW/Curb/Agajanian No. 17R. Dave’s best finish in 13 “A” Feature starts at the Chili Bowl came as a runner up in 2005 to Tracy Hines.

Redmond Claims First Aussie Midget Pro Series Win at Tim Crouch Memorial

Murray Bridge, South Australia | Dec. 7, 2013 - Last minute Speedcar Pro Series inclusion, Lee Redmond has blitzed a star studded field to win the round five as part of the Tim Crouch Memorial at Murray Machining and Sheds Murray Bridge Speedway.

Redmond survived a heartbreaking thirty laps for many of the profiled drivers, including Travis Mills, who claimed the Revolution Racegear Quick Time honours at the start of the event and started on the outside of Bunbury’s Dayne Kingshott for the thirty lap main event.

Mills and Kingshott diced for the lead for the first ten laps but were harassed by Jamie McKinlay and Troy Jordan who both made short-lived bids for the lead but would both fail to finish.

Frank Galusha Racing closes out stellar 2013 season!

By Walker Racing Promotions | Rich Forman Photo
Lincoln, NE | Dec. 4th, 2013 – A 2013 season that at first saw a major change, ended with major progress for the Frank Galusha Racing camp! The year saw the Nebraska team at 18 different tracks throughout six different states while running two very distinctly different machines. From participating in the entire Illinois speed week, the Tulsa Shootout, and the Show-Me Showdown the year was full of up and downs.

DirtDogGear.com UDSRA/ASCS SIM SERIES HEADS TO LA SALLE on MONDAY.

SO REAL... YOU'LL FORGET IT'S A GAME!!
LaSalle, IL | Dec. 6, 2013 - With the season now in full swing, the UDSRA/ASCS Sprint Car Series rolls on to LaSalle Speedway in LaSalle, Illinois. The 2013 season has already seen 4 different winners in 4 races. What will be in store when the series hits the historic 1/4 mile in Illinois?

WATCH LIVE EVERY MONDAY at 8:30pm CDT on www.twitch.tv/dirtdogtv We'll see you there!

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After Successful 2013 At The Action Track USA, Kyle Lick Movin' On Up...To The SpeedSTR's

By Barry Angstadt | Ty Garl photo
Kutztown, PA | Dec. 6, 2013 - There's simply no denying it...during the summer of '13, a noticeable buzz enveloped the grandstand each time a certain car made its way onto the clay playground known as the JeffreyHogueRealtor.com Action Track USA at the Kutztown Fairgrounds.

A youthful charger from Catasauqua, Pa, captured the admiration of the throng that filled the spacious aluminum bleachers week after week, as they pointed and cheered each time he planted the right-rear of his Bogar lookalike No. 99 on the cushion and authored yet another patented high-side, high speed journey to the head of the wingless 600cc Micro-Sprint pack.

More Additions to USMTS Schedule Bring Total Race Nights to 83

WEBSTER CITY, IA | Dec. 5, 2013 - Another busy week of putting the finishing touches on the 2014 United States Modified Touring Series schedule has resulted in six new dates being added at four different dirt ovals.

New additions to the USMTS Casey's Cup Series campaign include two stops at the Superbowl Speedway in Greenville, Texas, on Thursday, March 20, and Thursday, June 26. The early date will be the first-ever visit to the high-banked quarter-mile.

2014 ICE BOWL at the TALLADEGA SHORT TRACK - Jan 2-5, 2014

Eastaborga, AL | Jan 2-5, 2014

SUPER LATE MODELS $6,000 TO WIN! $500 TO Start!
CRATE MODELS $3,000 TO WIN $250 To START!
SPORTSMAN (Ltd. Late Model): $2,500 TO WIN $200 To START!
BOMBERS (Thundercars): $1,200 TO WIN! $100 To Start!
MINI STOCK (PONY) : $1,500 TO WIN $100 TO START!
STREET STOCKS: $1,000 TO WIN! $75 To Start!
HOT SHOTS (Buzz Car): $500 TO WIN! $50 To Start!

First Round of 2014 Chili Bowl Entries Revealed

by Bryan Hulbert 
TULSA, OK | Dec. 3, 2013 - Unveiled at 105 entries, the first pool of Golden Driller hopefuls has been released with drivers representing 79 municipalities from 20 states and two countries.

Among the names entered, 21 have competed in Saturday’s championship feature, including 2013 USAC Champion; Bryan Clauson who will pilot the Dooling No. 63 as team mate to New Zeland’s Michael Pickens.

Clauson, with five Chili Bowl appearances to his credit, tallied 25 victories in 2013, achieved his best finish in the Saturday “A” Feature in 2008, finishing fourth. Pickens has four starts to his credit in the Chili Bowl. A third in 2011 highlight’s the “Kiwi’s” record.

60 PLUS CARS NOW ENTERED FOR THE GRAND ANNUAL AUSSIE SPRINTCAR CLASSIC!!

Story by Premier Speedway Media
Warrnambool AUS, 5th Dec | 2013 - The 42nd Grand Annual Sprintcar Classic nomination list has cracked the 60 barrier more than seven weeks out from what promises to be an amazing three nights of Sprintcar action at Premier Speedway Warrnambool’s Sungold Stadium.

Adding to the list of Americans already nominated is four time and defending All-Star Circuit of Champions title holder Dale Blaney whom will campaign the ultra competitive David Doherty owned N6 entry.

Blaney comes to Australia on the back of another outstanding American season, during which the 1998 World of Outlaws Rookie and 2000 Kings Royal Winner took his career All-Star Circuit of Champions A feature victory tally to 99, becoming the most successful driver in the history of the All-Stars.

Tracy Hines Completes Another Solid Season - Wins in All Three USAC National Series!

By Tracy Hines Racing PR | photo by JacksRacingPhoto's.net 
NEW CASTLE, IN | Dec. 3, 2013 - Only one driver finished among the top-six in points with each of the USAC National series in 2013. In addition, just one driver was victorious in a Silver Crown car, Midget and Sprint Car in USAC National competition this season. That driver... Tracy Hines.

The veteran driver scored wins with the Traxxas USAC Silver Crown Series, Amsoil USAC National Sprint Car Series and the Honda USAC National Midget Series Pavement Championship. In points, Hines was the runner-up in the Honda USAC National Midget Series Pavement Championship, third in the Traxxas USAC Silver Crown Series, fourth in the Honda USAC National Midget Series Dirt Championship and sixth in the final tally for the Amsoil USAC National Sprint Car Series.

BREAKING NEWS!:: POWRi Midgets’ Battle at the Center CANCELLED by BAD WEATHER

DU QUOIN, Ill. | Dec. 5, 2013 - The POWRi Lucas Oil National Midget Series has been forced to cancel Saturday’s fourth annual Great Clips Battle at the Center presented by K & N Filters by a severe winter storm the National Weather Service predicts will drop freezing rain, sleet and three-to-seven inches of snow at the Southern Illinois Center and the surrounding areas in the two days leading up to the event.

The NWS forecast calls for freezing rain and sleet on Thursday during daylight hours preceding a 100 percent chance of tonight and Friday.

The indoor event on the Mini Magic Mile at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds had attracted an all-star field of midget drivers including Bryan Clauson, Chris Bell, Andrew Felker, Brad Kuhn, Jerry Coons Jr. Darren Hagen and Danny Stratton.

“It’s really unfortunate we have to cancel the Battle at the Center,” POWRi co-founder Kenny Brown said. “We had a great group of drivers and it would have been a tremendous event. With the ice and snow, it would have been difficult for the fans, competitors and officials to get to Du Quoin and there is a realistic possibility of the ice knocking out the electricity at the event. We’re very disappointed, but it was not possible for the event to go on Saturday. We tried to find a replacement date, but there wasn't anything available in the next couple of weeks and then we run into Christmas. We thank the teams that entered and we’ll be returning their entry fees.”

Smee Aims For Three In A Row in POWRi Aussie Midgets

Archerfield, Qld AU | Dec. 4, 2013 - Australian Midget Car Champion Nathan Smee is back again this Saturday night (Dec 7) at Supercheap Auto Archerfield Speedway as Round 5 of the POWRi Australian Midget Super Series rolls into town. Smee has won both of his last two starts here and will aim to make it three wins in a row. 

PREMIER 410 RIDE AVAILABLE: Williams Motorsports #0 Looking for Driver... Are You Qualified?

by Petersen Media 
Chico, CA | Dec. 4, 2013 - In the racing world nothing lasts forever, and in 2014 the Williams Motorsports team will be doing something a little different.

With the winter months rolling in, and the 2014 season green flag right around the corner, The Williams Motorsports team is gearing up for the World of Outlaws to head out West, but at this time the team is seeking a full time driver to pilot their potent machine for the first time since 2005.

Bryan Clauson Hunting for 2nd victory in POWRi Midgets' Battle at the Center at Du Quoin

by Tim Tuttle
DU QUOIN, IL | Dec. 3, 2013 - Bryan Clauson won 26 features in midgets and sprint cars in national events and his second straight USAC National Sprint Car championship this year.

"The best season of my career," he said.

Clauson's extraordinary campaign continues Saturday (Dec. 7) with the opportunity to add a victory in an all-star style event in the fourth Great Clips Battle at the Center presented by K & N Filters, a non-points event organized by the POWRi Lucas Oil National Midget Series, on the Mini Magic Mile at the Southern Illinois Center.

STELLAR AUSSIE LATE MODEL BATTLE GOES TO VOSBERGEN

Story by DTN Media | Photo by Peter Roebuck
Bunbury, Western Australia | Dec 4, 2013 - Last night at Bunbury Speedway saw the Late Model division consistently put on some great racing, with the feature race being hailed by many, including the chief steward, as one of the greatest Late Model races they have ever seen.

Although on paper it would appear that Craig Vosbergen dominated the nights proceedings, he certainly didn’t have it all his own way, particularly in the feature where he was hounded by both Brad Blake and Warren Oldfield for the entire race.

Ray Cook Runner-Up in Season Ending Turkey 100 at Swainsboro Raceway

by Delph Communications | Heath Lawson photo
BRASSTOWN, NC | Dec 4, 2013 - Ray Cook Racing closed out their version of the 2013 racing season on November 29-30 with the annual running of the 'Turkey 100' at the Swainsboro Raceway in Swainsboro, Georgia. The Crate Late Model biggie drew a stout 61 car field to Swainsboro and all eyes were fixated on the hefty $20,000 top prize. Ray Cook, who came in as the defending race winner, laid down the quickest lap in his group during Friday's time trial session and later scored the win in his heat race.

TRACKS DIVIDE $14K IN INAUGURAL SEASON NeSMITH STREET STOCK POINT FUND

CARTERSVILLE, GA | Dec. 4, 2013 – The inaugural 2013 season of the NeSmith Performance Parts Street Stock Division exceeded all expectations and the top drivers at eight different tracks will divide a $14,000 point fund. A total of 264 different drivers earned points during the 2013 NeSmith Performance Parts Street Stock Division season.

The NeSmith Performance Parts Street Stock Division drivers also competed for a $5,000 National point fund over a 27-week season that ran from March 25 through September 29. The NeSmith Performance Parts Street Stock Division point fund will be divided up among the Top 10 drivers in the National point standings.

Bryan Clauson Racing Proudly Announces Kick Off of the Driven Driver Development Program at DuQuoin

Noblesville, IN | Dec. 3, 2013 - Fresh off one of the most successful years in USAC history Bryan Clauson and Bryan Clauson Racing are proud to announce the upstart of the Driven Driver Development Program.

“It has always been a goal of mine to build our program to the point that we could take our knowledge and help develop the next generation of racecar drivers. We have spent the past several years building our program and database up to a point that we feel we can offer young drivers the opportunity to learn and excel in an environment that gets the most out of their driving ability. 

Chili Bowl and Shootout to Utilize Racing Electronics staring in 2014

by Bryan Hulbert
TULSA, OK | Dec. 3, 2013 - As grand an event may be, as smooth as the program may appear, it is all for not without proper communication. A simple miscue due to someone not able to hear an order, or the ability to relay that order can bring an event to a grinding halt.

In preparation for the 29th Speedway Motors Tulsa Shootout and 28th Lucas Oil Chili Bowl Nationals presented by General Tire, event managers and directors are pleased to announce Racing Electronics as the official two-way radio supplier for both crown jewel indoor events.

DIRT DOG of the WEEK: LOW $$, USED TIRES & BRAIN TUMOR CAN'T STOP KEN HERMAN

Adversity Fuels Championship Season at Roaring Knob

by Mike Donald
Connellsville, PA | Dec. 2, 2013 - Ken Herman knows about adversity, but he continually overcomes it to enjoy success on and off the speedway. From overcoming a major illness several years ago, to forging ahead with a two-person race team, Herman is now tasting success- a track championship.

The Connellsville, Pennsylvania driver claimed his first-ever track championship at Roaring Knob Motorsports Complex, this season, in the RUSH Late Model division. Roaring Knob, in Markleysburg, Pa., is among nine Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC RUSH weekly-sanctioned speedways.

WESTERN AUSTRALIAN SPRINT TITLE ON THE LINE THIS WEEKEND

Story by Ken Brown | Peter Roebuck photo
Perth, Western Australia | Dec. 3, 2013 - The 52nd running of the Western Australian Sprintcar Championship at the Perth Motorplex on Saturday evening should be a exciting and hard fought affair.

A strong 28 field will contest the title tilt, including four interstate drivers.

Thomas Takes $20K in 13th Annual Turkey 100 at Swainsboro

Swainsboro, GA | Dec. 3, 2013 - Thanksgiving day drivers from all over the U.S. rolled into Swainsboro Raceway gearing up for the 3 day weekend full of racing action. Over 50 cars showed up Thursday night for open practice session to prep for Friday nights qualifying and heat events. Many drove through snow and ice storms coming from northern states.

Friday night, 61 Zaxby’s Crate Late Model cars lined the fields prepping for qualifying and heat races. All trying for a position in Saturday’s feature event but only 26 cars would compete for the $20,000 to win. After qualifying, William Thomas grabbed the GRW Racing Engines fastest qualifier award of $400. All 61 drivers then made adjustments to compete in the eight heat races that would lock in two drivers from each for the feature event. Winning the first heat race, William Thomas held the pole position and second heat race winner Michael Brown sat outside. Sixteen cars were locked into the feature event with forty-five returning Saturday to compete in four consolation races with only the top two from each race making the field.

Kingshott Scores First Win in Aussie Speedcar/Midget Pro Series

Adelaide, South Australia | Dec. 3, 2013 - Bunbury based Dayne Kingshott has snubbed his nose at the unfamiliar territory of Adelaide’s Speedway City to take out round four of the inaugural Speedcar Pro Series.

Kingshott’s car speed became obvious from the start of the night, claiming third quickest behind Revolution Racegear Quick Time winner, Mark Brown and South Australian surprise package, Jamie Crouch.

VIDEO:: SCHATZ SLIDE JOBS INTO RND 2 WIN IN NEW ZEALAND - USA Sweeps World Sprintcar Challenge at Western Springs

Auckland, NZ | Dec. 2, 2013 - American Donny Schatz was untouchable at WXC Speedway - Western Springs on Sunday night, while USA swept the overall series podium.

Rain on Saturday forced a 24-hour postponement of the meeting but did not stop five-time World of Outlaws sprintcar champion Schatz from putting on a driving master class, wining both heats and the feature.

Dirt Dog Payton Pierce Lands Midget Ride with Bryan Clauson Racing for POWRi Battle at the Center this Weekend!

by Walker Racing Promotions
DuQuoin, IL | Dec. 2, 2013 - After six years of racing throughout Texas and the Midwest in various types of cars, Payton Pierce is excited about his greatest opportunity to date. The young superstar will be piloting the 39P of Bryan Clauson Racing this weekend in one of the biggest Midget races in the country.

NeSMITH CHEVROLET OLD MAN’S GARAGE WRS TRACKS SHARE IN $25,000 POINT FUND

CARTERSVILLE, GA | Dec. 2, 2013 - The 15 weekly dirt tracks that participated in the 2013 NeSmith Chevrolet Old Man’s Garage Weekly Series will share in the $25,000 point fund to be distributed to the top drivers in each track’s NeSmith Chevrolet Old Man’s Garage Weekly Racing Series Late Model Division.

The $25,000 point fund divided by the 15 tracks is separate from the $20,000 point fund that will be paid out to the Top 10 drivers in the NeSmith Chevrolet Old Man’s Garage Weekly Racing Series National point standings. That’s a total of $45,000 in cash point funds paid out to NeSmith Chevrolet Old Man’s Garage Weekly Racing Series dirt late model drivers in 2013.