News
Longtime Flat Rock Competitor, Car Owner Dow Passes
Flat Rock, Toledo Champs Honored at MARFC Banquet; Fair with Pres Award; Root Driver of Year
(WARREN, Mich. - January 25, 2011) - The annual Michigan Auto Racing Fan Club Awards banquet held in Warren, MI January 15, honored track champions throughout the state of Michigan. Several of the 2010 Flat Rock and Toledo Speedway champions attended the event and were called to the stage to accept their plaques. (Photos courtesy of Paul Anton)
...3rd Toledo Gold Cup Date Set for September 11; Championship Event for Series
(TOLEDO, Ohio 0 January 31, 2011): Toledo Speedway officials have announced that the ARCA Late Model Gold Cup Series will stage their Championship event on Sunday afternoon, September 11 at the ½ mile paved oval.
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Moran Chevrolet to Back Flat Rock Late Models for 5th Year
(FLAT ROCK, Mich. - February 4, 2011) - For the fifth consecutive season, Moran Chevrolet will step to the front and serve as the sponsor of the ARCA Late Model class at Flat Rock Speedway. Pat Moran has confirmed the sponsorship at a recent meeting with track officials.
...Super Bowl, Daytona 500 Parties at Toledo Speedway Bar & Grille
(TOLEDO, Ohio - February 4, 2011) - Just a reminder about the Super Bowl Party this Sunday, February 6 at the Speedway Bar and Grille! Doors open at 3 p.m. FREE food and bring a dish to pass!
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Remembering ARCA Late Model Driver Cliff Bailey
(TOLEDO, Ohio - February 7, 2011) - Former ARCA Late Model driver and car owner Clifford Bailey, age 76, passed away Friday, February 4. Cliff drove the No. 6 car for many years around the Southeastern Michigan/Northern Ohio tracks. His sons, Cliff and Jim, have also raced Late Models recently at Flat Rock. Cliff owned and operated a salvage yard for many years with his wife, Marie.
...Acme Dismantling to Back Toledo ARCA Sportsman Class
(TOLEDO, Ohio - February 9, 2011) - A Toledo-area business has pledged its support of Toledo Speedway's ARCA Sportsman class for the upcoming 2011 season. ACME Dismantling has stepped forward to back the half-mile class, which begins its season at the weekly Friday night race opener May 6.
...Flat Rock and Toledo Speedway Bulletin
(TOLEDO, Ohio - February 19, 2011) - The latest Flat Rock Speedway and Toledo Speedway bulletin is now posted. This is the third of the winter bulletins. Click here to read more.
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Stilwell's Sportsman Displayed in BG OH Mall Show
(BOWLING GREEN, Ohio - March 4, 2011) - Toledo Speedway Sportsman driver Greg Stilwell, Jr. has his emaculate Auto Value Parts Stores Chevy Impala on display at the Woodland Mall in Bowling Green, Ohio. The show runs Friday, March 4 through Sunday, March 6. Charlie Orns Freeze Frame Photos
...Flat Rock, Toledo Special Event Tickets Now On Sale
(TOLEDO, Ohio - March 4, 2011) - Flat Rock and Toledo Speedway are moving forward with plans for the new racing season, and that includes taking ticket orders for a variety of special events at both tracks.
...Toledo Speedway and Valvoline Instant Oil Change Team Up Again for "Summer Racing Series" in 2011
(TOLEDO, Ohio - March 8, 2011) - Officials from ARCA, Toledo Speedway, and Valvoline Instant Oil Change announced today that Valvoline Instant Oil Change and the nine metropolitan Toledo Valvoline Instant Oil Change locations have renewed the "Summer Racing Series" sponsorship program for 2011.
...200-Plus Attend Racer's Reunion at Toledo
(TOLEDO, Ohio - March 15, 2011) - The eighth annual Racer's Reunion was held at the Toledo Speedway Bar & Grill Saturday March 11 from 12 noon to 5 p.m. A crowd of over 200 visited throughout the day and enjoyed the photo, video and memorabilia displays and the opportunity to visit with drivers, owners, mechanics and officials current and past.
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Flat Rock, Toledo 4 Cylinder Rental Cars Ready for 2011 Action
(TOLEDO, Ohio - March 18, 2011) - Flat Rock and Toledo Speedway management will once again have a 4 Cylinder race car rental program in place for the upcoming 2011 season.
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Flat Rock Floods Keep Crews Busy
(FLAT ROCK, Mich. - March 21, 2011) - Recent rains in the area have Flat Rock Speedway currently under water. However, pumps are in place and running and the facility is expected to be dry within 24-48 hours.
...Parts Galore Backs F-8s; R&M Recycling Supports Street Stocks; Allegiant Air Returns for Gold Cup
(TOLEDO, Ohio - March 21, 2011) - Flat Rock Speedway has a new, but familiar neighbor down the street from the Telegraph Road facility. And that neighbor is now the title sponsor of the wild, winged ARCA Figure 8 division at both Flat Rock and Toledo for the upcoming season. Parts Galore, a u-pull-it auto and truck parts business, has agreed to back the "Motor City Madmen" for 2011.
...Toledo, Flat Rock Figure-8 Train Race Dates Set; Husband/Wife Event Slated for Sept. 24
(TOLEDO, Ohio - March 21, 2011) - Toledo and Flat Rock Speedways will once again host the very popular Figure 8 Train race events this year. A total of six (6) races are on the schedule, with two at Flat Rock and 4 events at Toledo. And for the first time, a husband/wife Figure 8 Train race has been added.
...Toledo and Flat Rock Speedways to Offer Fund Raising Program
(TOLEDO, Ohio - March 21, 2011) - Toledo and Flat Rock Speedways are once again offering a ticket sales fundraiser opportunity for charitable and non-profit organizations.
...Flat Rock, Toledo Speedway Bulletin
(March 21, 2011) - This is the final of our winter bulletins. All bulletins are posted on the site...no direct mail. Flat Rock office will open April 14. Toledo phone number is 419-727-1100. Please share this bulletin with those who do not use the computer!
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Great Lakes Helicopter Returns to Sponsor Glass City 200
(TOLEDO, Ohio - March 24, 2011) - Toledo Speedway is proud to announce the return of Great Lakes Helicopters as the sponsor of its signature event, the Glass City 200 Super Late Model invitational. The Almont, MI based business has agreed to enter into its second season of support for the 23rd running of the event at the Glass City oval.
...Flat Rock, Toledo Release 2011 Detailed Schedules for Upcoming Events
Placers Car Club Returns for 3rd Season of Thursday Night Car Cruises at Toledo Speedway
(TOLEDO, Ohio - April 1, 2011) - The Placers Car Club will return to Toledo Speedway for the third consecutive season for their Thursday classic car "cruise-ins", with the first show set for Thursday, May 5.
...Flat Rock, Toledo Pad Rentals Due by April 10
(TOLEDO, Ohio - April 5, 2011) - A reminder to Flat Rock and Toledo Speedway race teams that the pad rentals are due by April 10. The discount goes away after April 10. At the very least, please contact Scott at 419-727-1100. Any pad not renewed will be re-assigned. Please do not assume that we know you are racing and will be at the track.
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Flat Rock, Toledo School Bus Sponsorships Filling Up Fast
(TOLEDO, Ohio - April 5, 2011) - The 2011 racing season is just days away, with any good fortune from Mother Nature! The immensely-popular School Bus Figure 8 races already have begun to create excitement, as bus sponsorship for the 4 events is filling up quickly, before the gates open for the new year.
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Remembering Jim Ruttman
Jim Ruttman, the brother of former ARCA and NASCAR driver Joe Ruttman and Indy 500 winner Troy Ruttman, passed away at his Florida home this week. Jim, a former Michigan resident, competed in the ARCA Mini Stock division in the 1970's at Flat Rock and Toledo Speedways.
Services are private.
...ARCA LATE MODEL RULES BULLETIN (4-14-11)
A sentence in the rear spoiler portion of the 2011 ARCA Late Model rules was inadvertantly left out of the 2011 rule book. THIS IS NOT A CHANGE FROM LAST YEAR---it was simply left out.
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VR-12/EASTER BUNNY 100 OPENS TOLEDO SEASON APRIL 23
(TOLEDO, Ohio - April 15, 2011): Toledo Speedway will open its 2011 racing season with a special event Saturday, April 23 with the VR-12/Easter Bunny 100. The Easter Bunny will make his grand appearance, kids 12 and under are free, and an Easter egg hunt and nickel/penny Goldrush will take place at 5:30 p.m. The JEG’S/CRA All Star Late Model tour presented by GM Performance Parts will compete in their first-ever event with a 100 lap feature, with the USA Modifieds also in action. Race time is 6 p.m.
...ARCA Talladega Winner Dillon, runner-up Kimmel gear up for Toledo round May 15; Tickets now on sale
(Toledo, Ohio –April 17, 2011): After a thrilling win at Talladega SuperSpeedway Saturday morning, winner Ty Dillon now sets his sights on the short track portion of the ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards tour. The series pays a visit to Toledo Speedway, Saturday and Sunday, May 14-15 for the Menards 200 presented by Federated Car Care.
...Flat Rock Speedway 7 Up Season Opener April 30
(Flat Rock, Michigan- April 17, 2011): Flat Rock Speedway will open its gates for the 58th consecutive season Saturday, April 30 for the 7 Up Season opener. The ¼ mile paved oval and Figure 8 track will feature its Saturday night race cards through September 17.
...FLAT ROCK, TOLEDO CONTINGENCY AWARD PROGRAMS SET
TOLEDO FRIDAY PRACTICE CANCELLED; FIRST RACE OF SEASON SATURDAY
(Toledo, Ohio-April 22, 2011): The Friday practice session for the JEGS'S/CRA All Star Crate Late Model Series presented by GM Performance Parts at Toledo Speedway has been cancelled due to rain.
The Saturday, April 23 event has the VR-12/Easter Bunny 100 lap feature race and events for the USA Modifieds will go as planned. Practice will now start at 11 a.m., time trials go at 4 and racing begins at 6 p.m.
Don't forget--The Easter Bunny will be at Toledo Speedway Saturday, and all children to age 12 will be admitted FREE! An Easter Egg hunt for the young ones and a nickel/penny goldrush for the older kids will take place at 5 p.m.
Union members can show their ID card at the ticket windows and receive a $5 discount on a full price admission ticket.
Saturday's schedule has practice at 12:30, time trials at 4 and racing at 6 p.m.
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