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Kimmel's Road to Daytona: 10th Title in 2012?

kimmelcloseup2011.jpg(SANDUSKY, Ohio - February 4, 2012) - Frank Kimmel isn't the type to brag.


2011 Runner-Up Buescher Among 51 Daytona Entries; 60th Season Opener Two Weeks Away

buescherchriscardaytona11.jpg(TOLEDO, Ohio - February 3, 2012) - Chris Buescher had never raced on a superspeedway before last season's Lucas Oil Slick Mist 200 at Daytona International Speedway, but showed well in his debut.


Gresham to Realize Lifetime Dream at Speedweeks

greshamjdm9car12.jpg(KERNERSVILLE, N.C. - February 2, 2012) - Max Gresham was an interested observer last February when the season-opening ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards race rolled off at Daytona International Speedway.


ARCA, UNOH Extend Sponsorship Agreement for 2012; Series Officials Train, Refresh at University

dillonfenderunohdaytona11.jpg(TOLEDO, Ohio - February 2, 2012) - The University of Northwestern Ohio, located in Lima, has renewed its position as the Official and Exclusive Educational University of the ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards for the 2012 season.


Ansell Celebrates Long History of Protecting Toyota Plants and Employees Through Racing Partnership

kimmeltoyotaansellmenards2012.jpg(RED BANK, N.J. - February 1, 2012) - Ansell Protective Products Inc., a leading global manufacturer of industrial protective solutions, is proud to celebrate a long-standing history of providing protective gloves and safety products to Toyota plants across North America. Recently, through a partnership with ThorSport Racing, the longest-tenured NASCAR Camping World Trucks team, Ansell announced a partnership with TRD, U.S.A. (Toyota Racing Development).


Poole, Venturini Ready for Daytona - with Sponsor

poolebrennanpocono11.jpg(CONCORD, N.C. - February 1, 2012) - Brennan Poole, who catapulted himself into the national racing spotlight last year by winning his ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards debut at Salem Speedway and winning the 2011 UARA-STARS National Championship, is now preparing for the next chapter in his racing career.


Teams Prepare for 2012 with Test at Talladega

kimmelgerhartbelmont.jpg(TOLEDO, Ohio - January 31, 2012) - It's no secret that Daytona is the crown jewel of the ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards tour, and it's clear that Talladega is also a very important superspeedway race in the scheme of ARCA competition.


Evans Jr. Now Planning 12 Races in 2012 Season

evanscharlesmadison11.jpg(MOORESVILLE, N.C. - January 31, 2012) - Team BCR Racing announced today that Charles "C.J." Evans Jr. will add three more races to his previously announced 2012 ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards schedule, giving him a 12-race slate in ARCA's 60th Anniversary Season.


Lucas Oil Slick Mist 200 Entry List Now at 42

coultercandid11.jpg(TOLEDO, Ohio - January 30, 2012) - Ten previous ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards race winners are now among the 42 drivers entered for the Lucas Oil Slick Mist 200 at Daytona International Speedway, which will open ARCA's 60th Anniversary Season on Saturday, February 18.


Participant Accident Insurance Coverage Increases

salembigcrowd11.jpg(TEMPERANCE, Mich. - January 30, 2012) - Entering its 60th Anniversary Season, the Automobile Racing Club of America continues to focus significant efforts on keeping its competitors safe.


ARCA Drivers Start Seasons in Varied Competition

marksjaredtoledo11.jpg(TOLEDO, Ohio - January 29, 2012) - Several drivers with ties to the ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards started their racing seasons this weekend, with some opting for sports car racing at Daytona International Speedway and others taking part in the Champion Racing Association's opening weekend in Cordele, Ga.


Rowdy.com Blog: Kimmel Touches on Common Myth

kimmelincarchicagoland11.jpg(TOLEDO, Ohio - January 27, 2012) - Frank Kimmel recently wrote a blog entry for racing website Rowdy.com, mentioning the fact that his offseason between one season's final race and the next season's first really isn't "time off" at all.


ARCA President Drager Remembers "Doc" Mattioli

docmattiolidrager.jpg(TOLEDO, Ohio - January 26, 2012) - ARCA president and CEO Ron Drager issued a statement this afternoon in reaction to the passing of Dr. Joseph Mattioli, founder of Pocono Raceway.


Enfinger Focusing on Trucks After Strong 2011

enfingercloseup2011.jpg(TOLEDO, Ohio - January 26, 2012) - At the start of last season, Grant Enfinger wasn't sure he and Allgaier Motorsports would be able to race the full ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards schedule. The combination persevered, though, and ended the year with success, finishing fourth in points.


Drew Charlson to Race Lucas Oil Slick Mist 200

charlsondrew2011.jpg(NEW BREMEN, Ohio - January 25, 2012) - Eighteen-year-old Drew Charlson and DC Racing will enter the Lucas Oil Slick Mist 200 at Daytona International Speedway, according to a press release issued today.