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TOLEDO SPEEDWAY UPDATE---3 P.M.
Toledo, Ohio: The decision has been made to make the attempt to race tonight at Toledo Speedway as of 3 p.m. It appears that the rain has moved south of the track.
The pit area will open as scheduled at 3:30 p.m. Should the weather begin to threaten again, please call the track at 419-727-1100 or check the website for updates.
Time trials are at 6:15 and racing begins at 7:30 p.m.
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TOLEDO SPEEDWAY WEATHER UPDATE
Toledo, Ohio: 2:10 p.m. Rain showers have moved into the Toledo area at 1:40 p.m. and it continues to rain at this time at Toledo Speedway.
A decision will be made at 3 p.m. regarding tonight's Friday night weekly racing season opener.
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MORE I-75 CONSTRUCTION!!!
North-bound I-75 from the Ohio line to LaPlaisance Road (exit 11) will go from 3 lanes down to 1 lane starting at 8 p.m. tonight, Friday, May 4 until Sunday, May 6 at 9 p.m.
Fans and race teams returning to Michigan from the Toledo Speedway races tonight or going to Flat Rock Speedway Saturday may want to take Telegraph Road north as an alternate route.
Expect road construction in just about any direction and location throughout the area all summer!
We'll try to keep you up to date as much as possible.
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Trackside Tidbits by Debi Domby
The Gold Cup Series began its 17th season at Toledo (Ohio) Speedway on Sunday afternoon. Terry Senneker won his second career Gold Cup race, his first coming in May 2008 (also the opening race of the series).
...It’s Almost Time---The Burge Wrecking “Night Of Destruction” At Toledo Speedway!!! Bus Sponsorship
(TOLEDO, Ohio - May 3, 2012) - In just 21 days, that wild, wacky and just downright crazy night of fun and thrills hits Toledo Speedway! Friday, May 25 the Burge Wrecking “Night of Destruction” invades the Glass City track, featuring the School Bus Figure 8 races!!!
...Toledo Speedway, Burger King Offer Fans Discount Tickets For May 11 Event
(TOLEDO, Ohio - May 2, 2012) - Toledo Speedway and the Greater Toledo Burger King Restaurants have teamed up to offer fans a money-saving ticket offer for the Friday night, May 11 race card at the Glass City oval.
...FLAT ROCK PRACTICE WEDNESDAY; 250 LAP ENDURO RACE RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 30
Flat Rock, Michigan—May 1, 2012: Flat Rock Speedway will host an open practice session Wednesday, May 2 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The pit area opens at 4 p.m.
Several dozen teams are expected to take part in the practice in anticipation of the 2012 Season Opener Saturday, May 5. I
In other news, the 250 lap Enduro race that was rained out last Saturday, April 28, has been rescheduled for Saturday, June 30. The ARCA Moran Chevrolet Late Models, DTS Drive Train Specialists Street Stocks and the MCR Dwarf Cars will be in action on that date, with the Enduro 250 slated to wrap up of the night of racing. Racing will begin at 6:30 p.m. on this date only.
This Saturday’s opener will feature the Late Models, Street Stocks and the Parts Galore Figure 8’s. Race time is 7 p.m.
Sunday, May 6 the track will host the Flat Rock Historical Society Flea Market from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission to the grounds is free. For additional flea market information, please call 734-782-5220.
Log onto www.flatrockspeedway.com for further information. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/toledoflatrock or follow us on Twitter @flatrockspeed.
...Toledo/Flat Rock Time Schedule
TOLEDO SPEEDWAY--THURSDAY, MAY 3 | |||||||||||
PLACER'S CAR CLUB CLASSIC CAR SHOWS BEGIN! | |||||||||||
6 P.M. TO 8 P.M. | |||||||||||
1ST, 2ND AND 3RD THURSDAYS OF EACH MONTH!!! | |||||||||||
TOLEDO SPEEDWAY-FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2012 | |||||||||||
Weekly Friday night racing begins!! | |||||||||||
Friday, May 4 | |||||||||||
3:30 | Pits open | ||||||||||
5 p.m. | Practice begins and front gate opens | ||||||||||
6:15 | Time Trials | ||||||||||
7 p.m. | Driver's meeting | ||||||||||
7:30 p.m. | SP heats | ||||||||||
4 Cylinder, F8, SS heats (in that order) | |||||||||||
SP feature--35 laps | |||||||||||
4 Cyl. Feature--20 laps | |||||||||||
F8 feature--20 laps | |||||||||||
SS feature--20 laps | |||||||||||
Front gate: Adults-$12; children 6-12 are $3, under 6-FREE | |||||||||||
*Must be minimum 14 years of age; both parents required to sign minor's release. | |||||||||||
Pit passes; $20 member, $30 non-member. | |||||||||||
All drivers must be ARCA members | |||||||||||
**OPEN PRACTICE AT FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY THIS WEDNESDAY, MAY 2 | |||||||||||
5 P.M. TO 9 P.M.; PITS OPEN AT 4 P.M. | |||||||||||
PIT PASSES ARE $15 EACH | |||||||||||
FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY OPENING DAY--SATURDAY, MAY 5, 2012 | |||||||||||
2 p.m. | Pit area/registration opens/tech barn opens | ||||||||||
3:30 p.m. | Practice-LM, F8, SS and front gate opens | ||||||||||
5 p.m. | Time trials | ||||||||||
6:30 p.m. | Driver's meeting | ||||||||||
7 p.m. | Racing | ||||||||||
ORDER OF EVENTS | |||||||||||
SS A Main heats | |||||||||||
LM heats | |||||||||||
SS B Main heats | |||||||||||
LM last-chance (if necessary) | |||||||||||
F8 heats | |||||||||||
LM feature--50 laps | |||||||||||
SS A Main--25 laps | |||||||||||
SS B Main--15 laps | |||||||||||
F8 feature--20 laps | |||||||||||
Front gate: $12 adults, 6-12 are $3, under 6-FREE | |||||||||||
Age limit minimum of 14, minors must have release signed by both parents at the track | |||||||||||
Pit passes: $20 ARCA member, $30 non-member. | |||||||||||
All drivers must be ARCA members. | |||||||||||
SUNDAY, MAY 6 AT FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY | |||||||||||
FLAT ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY FLEA MARKET | |||||||||||
7 A.M. TO 4 P.M. | |||||||||||
ADMISSION TO GROUNDS IS FREE! | |||||||||||
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, CALL 734-782-5220 | |||||||||||
SENNEKER, CAMPBELL SCORE 7-UP 100 WINS AT TOLEDO
(TOLEDO, Ohio - April 29, 2012) - A good crowd filled the new grandstand seating system at Toledo Speedway as the 2012 racing season kicked off under sunny skies on Sunday afternoon. With 60 cars on the grounds, the 7-Up Twin 100’s hit the track for a pair of 100 lap feature events. Terry Senneker sailed to victory in the ARCA Allegiant Gold Cup Late Model portion, while Brian Campbell edged out Johnny VanDoorn to take the checkered flag in the ARCA/CRA Super Series Late Model 100. Gladys Cothern and Steve Harsh of the Dr. Pepper/Snapple Group presented the trophies in victory lane ceremonies.
...CAMPBELL, SENNEKER NOTCH 7-UP 100 WINS AT TOLEDO
Brian Campbell edged out Johnny VanDoorn to win the ARCA/CRA Super Series 100 lap main, while Terry Senneker sailed to victory over Steve Needles to grab the ARCA Allegiant Gold Cup Late Model victory in the second 100 lap portion of the 7-Up Twin 100's at Toledo Speedway.
More details will follow Monday.
...TOLEDO PRACTICE WASHED OUT; SUNNY SKIES FORECAST FOR RACE DAY TOMORROW!
Toledo, Ohio—April 28, 2012: Steady rain washed out Saturday’s practice session scheduled for Toledo Speedway, in preparation for Sunday’s 7-Up Twin 100’s, featuring the ARCA Allegiant Gold Cup Late Models and the ARCA/CRA Super Series Late Models.
Despite the rain, technical inspection is underway and goes until 5 p.m. Saturday, as the 61 race teams entered for Sunday’s season opener get ready for tomorrow afternoon’s event. The forecast for Sunday is for partly sunny skies and temperatures in the mid-50’s.
A section of Toledo’s new grandstand has been completed and will be open for Sunday’s race, giving race fans a new and spectacular view of the track.
Sunday’s schedule has practice beginning at 11 a.m., with each class getting 1 hour of practice time. Time trials go at 1 and racing will begin immediately following time trials. The pits will open Sunday morning at 8 a.m.
The ticket office and grandstand gates will open at 11 a.m. Sunday morning. All seating is general admission.
For additional information, including the updated entry lists, log onto www.flatrockspeedway.com or www.toledospeedway.com. Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/toledoflatrock or follow us on twitter @toledospeedway or @flatrockspeed. The track phone number is 419-727-1100.
...Flat Rock Opener Cancelled By Weather Issues
(FLAT ROCK, Michigan - April 28, 2012) - The Saturday, April 28 Flat Rock Speedway Season Opener has been cancelled due to the unseasonable cold temperatures and the forecast of rain and snow showers.
The Pizza Hut vouchers dated for April 28 will be valid for May 5. A makeup date for the 250 lap Enduro will be determined and announced next week.
Saturday, May 5 will now serve as Opening Day, with the ARCA Moran Chevrolet Late Models, Parts Galore Figure 8’s and DTS Drive Train Specialists Street Stocks in action.
An open practice is scheduled for this Wednesday, May 2 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. The pit area will open at 4 p.m.
Saturday, May 5 the pit area opens at 2, practice begins at 3, time trials are at 5 and racing begins at 7 p.m.
Sunday, May 6 is the Flat Rock Historical Society Flea Market from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the track grounds. Admission is free. For space rental information, call 734-782-5220.
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