Promoters of big dirt late model racing events will be getting a glimpse of the future for the remainder of the 2018 season. That future is when the time comes when Scott Bloomquist decides to hang up his helmet for good. No one knows when that time will come. It’s…
BUSTI, NY – June 14, 2018 – Brandon Sheppard collected his fourth World of Outlaws Craftsman® Late Model Series win of the 2018 season at Stateline Speedway on Thursday evening. The New Berlin, IL driver hijacked the lead from Chris Madden on lap 35 after a restart. As the drivers headed into…
This edition of the Quick Six blog looks at some of items making news in June in the world of dirt racing. The Dream, the World of Outlaws, and super teams are on the agenda. Scott Bloomquist continues to be the straw that stirs the drink in dirt late model…
Maryville, Tennessee – Smoky Mountain Speedway roars back to action on Saturday, June 16 for three big events combined into one racing program including two full super late model programs for one low ticket price. The Southern All-Stars will make their first visit of 2018 to the historic 4/10-mile track.…
Most of the area’s dirt tracks are continuing an alliance to curb fighting. 411 Motor Speedway, I-75 Raceway, Tazewell Speedway, and Wartburg Speedway will uphold each other’s suspensions regarding fights and other serious altercations. The tracks formed the alliance last season and it seemed to have a positive affect on…
This edition of the Quick Six blog discusses some fan behavior at the track and on social media plus other hot button issues in the sport. Fans that watch a race from the infield should always be aware of their surroundings. A fan came close to suffering a serious injury…
Here it is, the second full week of April. Normally, race teams and fans would be getting into their routine of heading to their respective racetracks each week. But this year has been unlike many in the past. There hasn’t been much racing in the east Tennessee area. What little…
Racers are mostly known for one thing – racing. Often times, fans may not realize drivers have other interests and talents off the track, even those that race professionally. One east Tennessee driver has been showcasing one of his talents behind the mic instead of behind the wheel singing the…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: BATAVIA, OH (March 20, 2018) – Thursday’s Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series-sanctioned, 16th Annual Spring Thaw at Volunteer Speedway has been canceled. With the forecast for accumulating snow and overnight lows below freezing on Wednesday, Speedway and Series officials have agreed to cancel the event.…
As was reported earlier on Inside Dirt Racing, Cleveland Speedway has been sold. Little information was known at the time of the sale, but some information is slowly leaking out. According to sources, the track was sold to Cleveland businessman Alvin Calhoun. The plans are to demolish the racetrack and…
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