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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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Kimmel Appearing at Two Menards Stores Friday
(TOLEDO, Ohio - May 16, 2012) - Frank Kimmel, driver of the No. 44 Ansell/Menards Toyota, will greet ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards fans at two Menards stores near Toledo Speedway to drop the green flag on his Menards 200 presented by Federated Car Care weekend.
...Luberda grabs ARCA Allegiant Gold Cup win at Spartan
Mason, Michigan—May 27, 2012: Spartan Speedway’s “Slugfest” Series, a grouping of Sunday night races, was the proper description for the ARCA Allegiant Gold Cup Late Model Series first visit to the track. Mike Luberda claimed the Spartan 100 win and a $2000 payday for his efforts as he topped the 23 car field for the victory.
The first 16 laps ran without a hitch as Brent Jack jumped into the lead at the green flag. And then, the proverbial wheel fell off the race. Over a dozen yellow flags for incidents marred the event, but no one could debate the hard racing going on for position throughout the field. Spartan’s tricky turn 4 was the location of a majority of the accidents, and that, coupled with the double-file restarts, kept the caution flag from being put away and resulting in 10 lead changes.
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Toledo Speedway Monster Truck Show Tickets Go On Sale June 18
(TOLEDO, Ohio - June 1, 2012) - Get ready, Monster Truck fans! Monster Truck Mania is back at Toledo Speedway! Friday evening, July 20 the Midwest Monster Truck Tour invades Toledo Speedway!!!! A rain date of Saturday, July 21 has also been established.
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Strickland, Whisman, Moore, Bennett Win At Flat Rock
(FLAT ROCK, Michigan - June 2, 2012) - With rain threatening to the north of the track, Flat Rock Speedway was still able to complete the Corrigan Race Fuels-sponsored night of racing. Saturday’s feature winners were Dennis Strickland, Dennis Whisman, Tim Moore and Rick Bennett. Scooby Doo was on hand to meet fans of all ages
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All American Coach “Fastest Short Track Show In World” Hits Toledo Friday, June 15
(TOLEDO, Ohio - June 8, 2012) - It’s the race that’s described by race fans as a “can’t miss race, you have to see it in person” and on and on. It’s the All American Coach “Fastest Short Track Show in the World,” starring the Town Money Saver MSA Winged Super Modifieds and the winged Auto Value/Bumper to Bumper Super Sprints (AVBBSS)! Created by Toledo track management, the event has become one of the top open-wheel pavement races in the country. Time trials have taken on a name of its own, as the 2 groups vie for supremacy---who has the fastest race car on the planet! The date is Friday, June 15.
...TOLEDO ACTION WASHED OUT; TEAMSTERS NIGHT, KIDS NIGHT RE-SET FOR AUGUST 3
(TOLEDO, Ohio - July 27, 2012) - Rain put a damper on Friday night’s Teamster Local 20 Kids Night at Toledo Speedway, cancelling the racing card for the evening.
All Teamsters Local 20 tickets dated July 27 will be honored next Friday, August 3. The Kids Night promotion has also been rescheduled for next Friday night. All kids up to age 14 will be admitted FREE and receive a free hot dog, chips and a drink, courtesy of the Dr. Pepper/Snapple Group, Sherwood Foods and Herr’s Potato Chips.
Jeff’s Collision of Toledo will also sponsor the August 3 show. The ARCA ACME Dismantling Sportsman, Parts Galore Figure 8’s, ARCA 4 Cylinders and Michigan Legends Cars will be in competition.
The gates will open at 5 and racing begins at 7:30 p.m.
...REMEMBERING MICHAEL CHAMPAGNE
Michael A. Champagne of Dexter, MI, the son of former ARCA Figure 8 driver Mike Champagne, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, August 9 at the age of 21. His grandfather, Russ Champagne, was also a former Figure 8 driver.
Michael was a member of the United States Navy and served on the U.S.S. Cape George.
The family will receive friends at the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home in Chelsea, MI Monday, August 20 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m to 8 p.m.
Services will be held Tuesday, August 21 at 11 a.m. at Shalom Lutheran Church in Pinckney, MI.
...FLAT ROCK READY FOR ARCA/CRA SUPER SERIES TONIGHT!
Saturday, September 8, 2012 at 9 a.m.: The rain stopped at Flat Rock Speedway around 7 a.m., the skies are beginning to break and it's full speed ahead for tonight's 7-Up 125 for the ARCA/CRA Super Series Late Models and the track's 300 lap Enduro championship race!
This is the first appearance ever for this touring series at "The Rock". The stock-bodied Late Models will be led by current point leader Johnny VanDoorn. Kenzie Ruston, one of the top female stock car drivers in the nation, tested last week at the track and is ready to go.
Veteran Scott Hantz is expected to be strong, along with Terry Fisher Jr. Flat Rock driver Stan Yee Jr. is entered, along with former Flat Rock racer and ARCA Truck Series champ Paul Hahn, both of whom have hundreds of laps under their belts at the track.
The 300 lap Enduro championship promises to be filled with excitement as 5 drivers still have a shot at the Enduro title. Matt Ringger holds the cards for the championship going into the final race, which is 50 laps longer than the traditional Enduro races. This calls for strategy, as many drivers will have to pit for fuel, throwing more interest and drama into the mix!
Practice begins at 3:30, time trials are at 5, Big wheel races for kids 10 and under are at 6, an on-track autograph session with the ARCA/CRA drivers takes place at 6:30 and racing begins at 7 p.m.
See you tonight---425 laps of racing, only at Flat Rock Speedway!
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2013 ARCA FIGURE 8 RULE AMENDMENT; 2013 TIRE BULLETIN
December 10, 2012
2013 ARCA FIGURE 8 RULE AMENDMENT
*2013 rule book takes precedent over this rules change sheet.
*Page numbers may change in 2013 rule book
*2012 rule book, Page 55, 9. BODY, A:
Figure 8 car has option to run without nosepiece and/or fenders, with following specifications: Front bumper must be minimum of 17 inches and no more than 19 inches from the ground to bumper (bumper height will apply to all Figure 8 cars). Maximum 2 inch by 3 inch tubing, .083 maximum thickness. Bumpers must be rounded off. Front bumper may be no wider than center of tread width. Nerf bar on front bumper may not exceed 10 inches in height. Front fenders to cover at least half the tire or may run with no fenders. No sharp edges.
December 10, 2012
To: ARCA Sportsman, Street Stock, Figure 8 teams
RE: 2013 tire rule
The ARCA Sportsman, Street Stock and Figure 8 divisions will now utilize the Hoosier 880 tire for competition for the 2013 season. The Hoosier 880 tire will be available in the 26.5 and 27.5 sizes. This tire will replace the Hoosier Sportsman tire.
Both the 880 tire and the Sportsman tire will be legal for competition through June 1, 2013. No mixing of compounds will be permitted (all 4 tires must be of same compound).
After June 1, 2013, the Hoosier 880 compound will be
the only tire permitted for competition in the 3 divisions listed above.
The tire was tested at both Flat Rock and Toledo in September and October.
*This 2013 rules bulletin is also being mailed to ARCA Figure 8, Sportsman and Street Stock drivers and/or owners that were registered in 2012.
...2013 X CAR RULES ARE HERE!
They are plain, they are simple---they are the X Car rules! The X Car class will run at Toledo Speedway on the short track for the 2013 season. The rules allow several types of race cars to compete as 1 class.
**The division was NOT created for 1 type of car...but offers the opportunity to race if your class of car is not scheduled for that evening of racing! Point standings will be kept and a sponsor is being sought.
The 2013 schedule will be released prior to January 1.
2013 X CAR RULES (12-12-12)
Car must have full roof; Figure 8 style roofs ok. Any roof attachments must be secure to inspector’s discretion.
TIRES: . 8 inch Hoosier 880, 26.5 and 27.5 sizes. This tire will replace Hoosier Sportsman Tire. Both compounds will be legal for competition through June 1, 2013. NO mixing of compounds permitted (all 4 tires must be of same compound). After June 1, 2013, the Hoosier 880 compound will be the only tire permitted for competition. NO SOAKING OR ALTERING TIRES
8” max. steel wheels only.
REAR SPOILER: 8” X 58” MAX. No verticals of any kind.
WEIGHT: 3000 lbs. w/driver. Max. 55 % left side. 6 cylinders: 2800 lbs; 4 cylinders-2400 lbs.
Mufflers mandatory-maximum 100 db limit.
Pump gasoline only. FUEL CELL MANDATORY.
ALL ARCA SAFETY RULES APPLY. HELMET: SNELL 2005 OR NEWER.
FIRESUIT, RACING GLOVES, NECK COLLAR OR HEAD/NECK RESTRAINT SYSTEM MANDATORY.
BELTS: 3-YEAR MAX. DATING.
**All drivers will be required to have operating 1-way scanner or Raceceiver while on the track at all times.
**All rules/interpretation to inspector’s discretion
**A CAR MAY RUN ONLY 1 FEATURE PER NIGHT.
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Racer's Reunion, MARFC meeting Saturday at Toledo
TOLEDO, OH—March 14, 2013: The Toledo Speedway Bar and Grille will host the annual Racer’s Reunion and Michigan Auto Racing Fan Club (MARFC) meeting Saturday, March 16.
Located on the grounds of Toledo Speedway, the Bar/Grille will also be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day all day this Saturday, with a Jigg’s Dinner available. The kitchen and bar will be open all day. Admission to all festivities is free and open to the general public.
The Reunion begins at Noon and runs until 5 p.m. At 6 p.m., the Michigan Auto Racing Fan Club will conduct their monthly meeting at the Bar and Grille. The Toledo location has hosted the March event for several years in conjunction with the Racer’s Reunion. ARCA President Ron Drager will speak to the crowd about the 2013 plans for both shorts tracks and for the ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards.
Following the meeting, both tracks will give away 4 hour track rentals, pad rentals, tickets and more in a random drawing. Drivers must be present to win.
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VanDoorn fastest in final 7-Up practice
VanDoorn completed the fast lap at just over 117 mph with Chris Wimmer, Kyle Benjamin, Eddie Hoffman and Anderson Bowen rounding out the top five.
Cars are now in the garage and crews are making last-minute fixes before the 3 p.m. qualifying session.
Today’s 7-Up 150 at Toledo Speedway is scheduled for racing at 5 p.m.
...ASA To Return to Toledo Sunday, June 1st
Flat Rock and Toledo Season Openers Quickly approaching
FLAT ROCK MI (4-20-08)--A busy practice day Saturday afternoon at Flat Rock Speedway saw 72 cars hit the track in anticipation of the Quality Clutches Season Opener April 26. The partly sunny afternoon at the ¼ mile oval brought out a host of ARCA Late Models, Figure 8's, Street Stocks, 4 Cylinders and Enduro cars.
...Trackside Tidbits, by Debi Domby
SOUTHGATE MI (5-15-08)--Eric Lee might've been right in his interview after last week's win at Flat Rock Speedway. He said they found something with these new tires. For the second consecutive week, Lee won the Super Late Model feature.
...Flat Rock's Racing Action Rained Out Sat. May 17th
All UAW Local 387/3000 tickets will be honored on Saturday, May 31.
...Flat Rock Speedway Flooded Out
The Moran Chevrolet/Stan Yee Memorial 150 for the ARCA Late Models has been rescheduled for Saturday, July 26. Please check the website Monday morning for more details. ...
Schroeder Tops Lee in Great Flat Rock Battle
Flat Rock, MI (5-30-09)-- It was Saturday night short track racing at its finest---battles for the lead, side by side, paint-swapping, fender banging action all night long. And that’s what occurred at Flat Rock Speedway for the Valvoline Instant Oil Change-sponsored night. Justin Schroeder came out ahead in a wild final 5 laps to win the Late Model event, Randy Cornett returned from a year and a half absence to hold back Randy DeMaggio for the Street Stock win, Lonnie York prevailed in a last-lap 3-wide finish in the B Main, while Jeremy Miller zipped in and out of intersection traffic to grab the Figure 8 victory in front of a large contingent of Scouts on hand for Scout Night and the Autograph Night promotion.
...Attention Flat Rock Speedway Figure 8 Teams
For the July 11 Triple 50's and Fireworks Night, the Figure 8's WILL NOT RUN HEAT RACES.
**It is very important that the Fireworks display goes off as early as possible. There are always a huge number of kids at this show; we have also decided to allow kids in FREE July 11.
Thanks for working with us.
...Diversity Displayed at Toledo Speedway this Weekend
All Sport 100 Entry List Growing; Kargel, Lee Latest Entries
TOLEDO, Ohio (July 21, 2009)--Flat Rock, Michigan's Ricky Kargel (defending race winner) and Clinton Township, Michigan's Eric Lee are the latest drivers to submit entries for this Saturday's All Sport 100 ARCA Moran Chevrolet/Miller Lite Late Model Hantz Group/Allegiant Air Gold Cup Series race at Flat Rock Speedway. A complete entry list is available by clicking here.
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Glass City 200 Lap Money for Sale
The 21st running of Glass City 200 is Saturday evening, October 3. Cost is just $10 per lap and goes to the drivers. PA announcements on race night, listing in souvenir program and on website included.
Call Scott or Terry at 419-727-1100 or Frank at 734-782-2480.
...Hantz Owns Toledo; Captures CRA Event
TOLEDO, OH: (8-14-09): For the most part, the large crowd that ventured to Toledo Speedway came to see NASCAR star Kyle Busch. Scott Hantz had his own ideas and has a big fan following that cheered him on, however, as Hantz made it 4 for 4 at the Glass City oval by capturing the Allen Chevrolet/Crown RV and Boat Cleaner 100 for the CRA Super Series Late Models. John Ogren of Allen presented the trophy and Hantz climbed the fence after his win as the crowd roared.
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Autograph Night at Toledo Friday: Championships August 28
TOLEDO, OH: (8-19-09): Glass Bowl Lanes will host Autograph Night this Friday, August 21 at Toledo Speedway. The 4 division of race cars will be parked on the track and race fans will be permitted to walk onto the racing surface to meet the drivers! The All Sport Season Championships are set for Friday, August 28.
...Theodore "Uncle Pete" Peters Passes
ARCA Short Tracks Set To Open This Weekend
TOLEDO OH (4-29-10) - The two ARCA sanctioned weekly race tracks will officially open their 2010 seasons this weekend. (Freeze Frame Photos) ...
Jazz Motorsports to Host Bike Night at Toledo
Come out to what promises to be northwest Ohio's biggest summer of Bike Nights, hosted by Jazz Motorsports.
Every Wednesday from 6pm until 10pm, bikers are invited to Toledo Speedway for door prizes, a 50/50 raffle, and an awesome $6 menu from the Speedway Bar and Grill.
Show off your bike, meet the Jazz Motorsports staff, and sign up to receive free t-shirts at upcoming Bike Nights.
Any questions, call Brian @ 419-343-1888.
...Rain Washes Out Toledo Action
Flat Rock Speedway Update (12:53 p.m.)
Flat Rock, MI (5-8-10)-- Due to the unseasonable cold, strong winds and inclement weather, tonight’s event has been cancelled. The May 15th Allen Chevrolet Night featuring the Buckeye 305 Winged Sprints, Figure-8, and Street Stock divisions will run as scheduled. As always, check www.flatrockspeedway.com for more information throughout the week.
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