2022-12-31

2022 INEX Regional Champions Fly the Canadian Legend Car Series Colours

2022 INEX Regional Champions Fly the Canadian Legend Car Series Colours 

By Jim Clarke, Clarke Motorsports Communications/First Draft Media 

 

Fans of action with the Trailers Plus Canadian Legend Car Series have become familiar with the exciting brand of racing the tour brings to every event on the schedule and last year's line-up was no exception to the rule. 

 

During the 2022 season, 41 different drivers scored points during the tour's shows at Sunset, Sauble, Flamboro and Peterborough Speedways. Overall accolades were handed-out during their championship celebration a few weeks ago but the true highlight of the annual performance is shown in how teams compared in the INEX championship standings that show regional results from different areas of North America. 

 

Based on the strength of his 8 main event wins and 11 top-5 finishes, Parker Traves clinched the most recent Canadian Legend Car Series point title. The driver of the No. 60 was also named the INEX Central Canadian Semi Pro champion. Former series winner Adam Cuthbertson took the Pro honours, with Joe Adams claiming the Central Canadian Masters accolades. Running a limited local schedule recently, Matt Haufe was also recognized for his 2022 Central Canadian road course racing success. Canadian Legend Car Series spokesperson Kevin Foisy says it is great to see the tour regulars earn some time in the spotlight. 

 

"Solid car counts and great racing were our friends across the board throughout the 2022 season," explained Kevin Foisy. "It was a great year and to have so many of our drivers acknowledged for their performance is a major feather in the cap for our teams. It's the kind of result everyone hopes for and gives us a strong footing as the tour heads into the 2023 line-up." 

 

Foisy says that while series officials expect to release the new itinerary early in the new year, a few teams including himself, Josh Inglis and Steve Gareau will take a racing vacation and head to the running of the Winter Nationals – February 12th to 17th – at Citrus County Speedway in Inverness, Florida. Last season's champion Parker Traves, Nick Portt and Foisy will head to Music City USA – Nashville, Tennessee – for a week of racing in the 2023 Nashville Spring Series. April 11th to 13th at Highland Rim Speedway. April 14th and 15th at Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway. 

 

Canadian Legend Car officials would like to thank the team at title sponsor Trailer Plus for their continued support of the series, as well as Peter Smith GM, Simcoe County Auto & RV Outlet, Bay Marine, Reid Insulation, Wiarton Home Hardware, Skelton Truck Lines, Visco Industrial Traction – NAPA, A/C Plus Automotive, KOD Disposal and RW Electric. 

 

For details on the 2023 Canadian Legend Car Series schedule or to obtain parts, service, set-up chassis and engine repair as well as technical support, head to www.facebook.com/canadianlegendcars,  www.cdnlegendcars.ca or message canadianlegendcars@gmail.com. 

 

Photo attachment: Jim Clarke – Clarke Motorsports Communications/First Draft Media 

 

Former series titleholder Adam Cuthbertson (No. 79) was named the 2022 INEX Central Canadian Pro champion for his successful Trailers Plus Canadian Legend Car Series season. 

 

Steve Gareau (No. 08) will represent the Trailers Plus Canadian Legend Car Series at the Winter Nationals – February 12th to 17th – at Citrus County Speedway in Inverness, Florida. 

 

A strong contingent of Trailers Plus Canadian Legend Car Series teams led by Kevin Foisy (No. 57) will head into the Nashville Spring Series – April 11th to 15th – in Music City USA. 

 

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2022-12-29

Special Events Earn a Spot on the 2023 Peterborough Speedway Schedule

Special Events Earn a Spot on the 2023 Peterborough Speedway Schedule 

By Jim Clarke, Clarke Motorsports Communications/First Draft Media 

 

For more than half a century, Canada's Toughest 3rd Mile Oval has earned a reputation for hosting some of the best weekly racing in Central Ontario. Heading into the 2023 schedule, Peterborough Speedway will once again welcome some of the sports top touring series to the track's line-up. 

 

APC Pro Late Model action will once again take the centre stage at the bullring on Mount Pleasant Road, with a 100 lapper scheduled for Saturday, June 17th. In 2022, JR Fitzpatrick clinched the series title on the strength of 4 main event wins in 9 starts. The driver of the No. 84 machine scored a top 10 finish during every event on schedule. Last year, he started 8th after the inversion draw and led 29 laps on his way to the Peterborough Speedway victory. The Qwick Wick Fire Starter Super Stock tour will share the bill with its Pro Late Model brethren. Jason Parker scored the win in last year's event, with Brandon Feeney's 10th place effort the best of the 3 home track runners to crack the starting field. 

 

During the off-season, the OSCAAR Modified and Hot Rod divisions merged with the United Racing Series. Both classes will have a pair of dates on the track's 2023 line-up, starting with a Saturday, August 5th regular season double-header, before returning October 6th through 8th as part of the 30th anniversary running of the Autumn Colours Classic. Andy Kamrath had a pair of OSCAAR Modified wins in 2022, with Bill Zardo Sr. and Tyler Hawn sharing the Hot Rod Series checkered flags. 

 

Ontario Outlaw Super Late Model teams will be back at Canada's Toughest 3rd Mile Oval Saturday, July 15th. Glenn Watson picked-up the 2022 Series win, on his way to the tour championship. The Ontario Sportsman Series recently confirmed a Peterborough Speedway show on their 10-date 2023 schedule. After Kevin Trevellin turned a pole position starting spot and a dominating performance into his first career win and the tour championship for his No. 19 machine, the group will return to the popular Central Ontario oval Saturday, July 29th. 

 

"Our hometown Bone Stock, Mini Stock, Super Stock, Renegade Truck and Late Model classes will always be the foundation of our weekly racing program," said Peterborough Speedway track owner and promoter J.P. Josiasse. "Special guest divisions have long been the perfect compliment for our Saturday night schedule and the 2023 line-up is no exception. We're expecting additional groups – including the Ontario Modifieds Racing Series and Canadian Legend Cars – to add their timetables to the mix shortly, with our full calendar released early in the new year." 

 

Bullring bullet points: Drivers and teams will celebrate a successful 2022 season at the annual Awards Banquet – Saturday, January 28th – at the Ennismore Community Centre. Tickets are $70.00 per person and must be reserved by January 21st…On track action for the new campaign heads to the Great Canadian RV green flag Saturday, May 20th with the annual Pure Country 105 Season Opener, featuring free spectator grandstand admission…Peterborough Speedway will once again be part of the Toronto Motorama Custom Car and Motorsports Expo, presented by eBay Motors – March 10th, 11th and 12th – at the International Centre. 

 

Keep an eye on www.peterboroughspeedway.com or the track's Facebook, Twitter and Instagram social media platforms for updates on the 2023 season at Canada's Toughest 3rd Mile Oval. 

 

Photo attachment: Jim Clarke – Clarke Motorsports Communications/First Draft Media 

 

A 10th place finish earned Brandon Feeney (No. 38) the honour of being the top finishing home track regular during the 2022 Qwick Wick Fire Starter Super Stock event at Peterborough Speedway. 

 

Kevin Trevellin (No. 19) led every lap on the way to his first career Ontario Sportsman Series main event checkered flag at Peterborough Speedway. 

 

2022 Ontario Outlaw Super Late Model tour champion Glenn Watson (No. 22) will lead the charge when the series returns to Peterborough Speedway Saturday, July 15th.  

 

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2022-12-15

NASCAR Announces Partnership With RealResponse

NASCAR Announces Partnership With RealResponse

Safe and confidential reporting service for NASCAR

Industry launched this fall

 

Daytona Beach, FL and Charlotte, NC (December 15, 2022) – NASCAR and RealResponse, the award-winning reporting platform for athletic teams and organizations, today announced a partnership that provides NASCAR and national series industry members with a safe and anonymous tool to secure feedback, report concerns and seek assistance from professionals in countless areas of expertise.

 

RealResponse is the industry leader in providing a platform for safe and secure feedback, monitoring and anonymous reporting. The partnership will provide any NASCAR national series team member with the ability to confidentially reach out to express concerns or report issues via a customized communication tool. NASCAR personnel receive the encrypted and anonymous messages directly and designate a subject matter expert to respond immediately to the concern.

 

Concerns can range from competition-based items such as gambling or integrity, safety and security, abuse or harassment, or for seeking mental health support. The identity of the industry member reaching out is protected through the RealResponse reporting program, ensuring anonymity. 

                                                                                                                

"NASCAR wanted to be proactive in providing a tool for industry members such as drivers, crew and other team personnel to safely reach out for help," said Meghan Miley, Managing Director of Racing Operations for NASCAR. "In partnering with RealResponse, we now have a confidential method for reporting. We don't have a limit to the types of reports industry members can submit, and we can ensure their privacy as they reach out for anonymous support at any time."

RealResponse was launched in 2016 by former NCAA Division I student-athlete David Chadwick, who saw a need for athletes to have a safe and confidential way to bring feedback to their athletic administration. Today, numerous sport governing bodies, organizations and teams such MLB, the NFLPA and NFL teams, USA Swimming and other Olympic organizations, the National Women's Soccer League, and a multitude of colleges and universities work with RealResponse to provide the same service.

 

"We are honored to engage in this historic partnership with NASCAR," said David Chadwick, Founder and CEO of RealResponse. "NASCAR executives recognize the responsibility to make the sport of racing safer, more inclusive and more valuable in the eyes every stakeholder involved in the sport. Their embrace of RealResponse sends a clear message that the health and safety of its community members away from the track is as important as safety of drivers on race day."

 

The program was introduced to the NASCAR national series teams in October.

 

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2022-12-09

ARCA Menards Series Extends Broadcast Rights Agreement With FOX Sports

ARCA Menards Series Extends Broadcast Rights Agreement With FOX Sports Through 2024; Announces 2023 Broadcast Schedule

2023 Coverage includes all 20 races live on FS1 and FS2 with select simulcasts on FloRacing

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Dec. 9, 2021) – ARCA and FOX Sports announced today an extension of their broadcast rights agreement through 2024 that will also expand the number of events covered. ARCA also released its 2023 broadcast schedule for the ARCA Menards Series.

 

For the first time in series history, FOX Sports will carry all 20 ARCA Menards Series races live on FS1 or FS2, an increase of 11 races from 2022 and 12 races from 2018-2021. All races will also be available live on the FOX Sports App to authenticated subscribers.

 

The new agreement extends a 26-year relationship between ARCA and FOX Sports that started in 1997.

 

"ARCA has a well-documented history of building long-term relationships with partners that add value to all stakeholders involved with the series. This is evidenced by our network television relationship with FOX Sports spanning more than 25 years," said ARCA President Ron Drager. "Together, we deliver high quality motorsports content that reaches millions of homes, directly benefitting our fans, partners, race teams and tracks."

 

"It's amazing that 2023 will be FOX Sports' 27th season with the ARCA Menards Series and Ron Drager and his team," said Frank Wilson, VP, Event and Studio, FOX Sports. "The ARCA season opener in Daytona has always been a tentpole in our SpeedWeeks coverage, and now that we will carry the entire ARCA season, we look forward to continuing to deliver even more high-quality stock car racing all season long."

 

FS1 will carry 14 ARCA Menards Series races in 2023 which is an increase of five from last year and six from 2021. All other races will air on FS2, including the series championship at Toledo Speedway.

 

Ten ARCA Menards Series races airing live on FS1 and FS2 will stream simultaneously on FloRacing – the OTT home of all NASCAR Roots series.

 

Once again, MRN will broadcast all ARCA Menards Series races that are companion with NASCAR national series events. Races will air on select MRN affiliates, MRN.com, ARCARacing.com and SiriusXM Satellite Radio.


The ARCA Menards Series celebrates its 71st anniversary season in 2023 and kicks it off with its 60th race at DAYTONA International Speedway. Click here for more highlights of the 2023 ARCA Menards Series schedule.

 

2023 ARCA Menards Series on FOX Sports and FloRacing

 

DATE

RACE

NETWORK

START (ET)

Sat, Feb. 18

Daytona

FS1

1:30 PM

Fri, March 10

Phoenix

FS2

8:00 PM

Sat, April 22

Talladega

FS1

12:30 PM

Sat, May 6

Kansas

FS1

2:00 PM

Fri, May 26

Charlotte

FS1

6:00 PM

Sat, June 17

Berlin

FS1 / FloRacing

8:00 PM

Sat, June 24

Elko

FS2 / FloRacing

9:00 PM

Fri, July 7

Mid-Ohio

FS1 / FloRacing

6:00 PM

Sat, Jul 15

Iowa

FS2 / FloRacing

8:00 PM

Fri, July 21

Pocono

FS1 / FloRacing

6:00 PM

Fri, Aug. 4

Michigan

FS1 / FloRacing

6:00 PM

Fri, Aug. 11

Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park

FS1

6:00 PM

Fri, Aug. 18

Watkins Glen

FS1

6:00 PM

Sun, Aug. 20

Illinois State Fairgrounds

FS1 / FloRacing

2:00 PM

Sun, Aug. 27

Milwaukee

FS1

1:00 PM

Sun, Sept. 3

DuQuion

FS2 / FloRacing

9:00 PM

Fri, Sept. 8

Kansas 2

FS1

6:00 PM

Thurs, Sept. 14

Bristol

FS1

6:00 PM

Sat, Sept. 30

Salem

FS2 / FloRacing

4:00 PM

Sat, Oct. 7

Toledo

FS2 / FloRacing

4:00 PM

 

About ARCA

The Automobile Racing Club of America (ARCA), founded in 1953 by John and Mildred Marcum in Toledo, Ohio, and acquired by NASCAR in April 2018, is the leading grassroots stock car sanctioning body in the United States. Bridging the gap between NASCAR's top three national touring series and weekly racing all across the country, the organization administers more than 100 events annually, including the ARCA Menards Series, ARCA Menards Series East, ARCA Menards Series West, plus weekly racing at Toledo and Flat Rock Speedways.  For more information about ARCA visit www.arcaracing.com, or follow ARCA on Facebook (@ARCARacing) and Twitter (@ARCA_Racing).

 


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2022-12-08

It’s Beginning to Look a lot Like a Peterborough Speedway Christmas

It's Beginning to Look a lot Like a Peterborough Speedway Christmas 

By Jim Clarke, Clarke Motorsports Communications/First Draft Media 

 



Santa Claus is coming to town and his sleigh is filled with holiday gift ideas for fans of Canada's Toughest 3rd Mile Oval. The promotional team at Peterborough Speedway has put together ticket packages that will help you put a smile on the face of every race fan on your Christmas list. 

 

Start with a grandstand pass for the 2023 schedule. Catch the full regular season's events for only $ 220.00. That's a saving of $ 50.00 off the individual ticket value. A super pass covers every weekly event, plus the annual running of the Autumn Colours Classic for $ 270.00. $ 65.00 less than the raceday price. 

 

Anyone can enjoy the full raceday feel with the Peterborough Speedway driving experience. Individual or group participants can take part in a program that includes classroom and on track sessions with all the safety gear and equipment you'll need to enjoy the same sensation that comes when the Saturday night green flag flies. All cars are equally prepared, 2200 pound 4-cylinder Mini Stock racecars, with manual or automatic transmission. To learn more, complete the booking form from the 'driving school' drop-down menu on the track website, call 705.743.5880 or email drive@peterboroughspeedway.com.  

 

The venue known as Canada's Toughest 3rd Mile Oval will host its annual Driver's Registration Meeting – Sunday, December 18th – at the Best Western Otonabee Inn, 84 Landsdowne Street East. Teams in all divisions can register beginning at noon, with the general meeting starting at 1:00. Anyone who cannot attend in person and still wants to take advantage of the discounted 2023 registration and pit pad rental rates, please contact the track prior to the meeting.  

 

The new season of action at Peterborough Speedway will take the green flag Saturday, May 20th when Pure Country 105 presents the annual opening night, with free spectator grandstand admission. Full schedule details are being finalized with the official line-up released early in the New Year. The track will once again be part of the Toronto Motorama Custom Car and Motorsports Expo, presented by eBay Motors – March 11th, 12th & 13th – at the International Centre. 

 

For complete news and information as the 2023 season draws closer, see www.peterboroughspeedway.com, as well as the track's Facebook, Twitter or Instagram social media profiles. 

 

'Tis the season to take care of the Peterborough Speedway race fans on your Christmas list. Put a gift from Canada's Toughest 3rd Mile Oval under the tree. 

 

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2022-12-02

Advance Auto Parts Named 2022 NASCAR Marketing Achievement Award Recipient

Advance Auto Parts Named 2022 NASCAR Marketing Achievement Award Recipient

Company continues to expand its presence, dedicating resources to grassroots racing

 

Daytona Beach, FL (December 1, 2022) – Advance Auto Parts, the "Official Auto Parts Retailer of NASCAR", will be awarded the 2022 Marketing Achievement Award today at the NASCAR Industry Awards Reception during NASCAR Champion's Week in Nashville.

In their third season as an Official Partner, Advance has demonstrated their commitment to grassroots racing, supporting drivers and tracks in local communities across the United States and Canada. The entitlement partner of the Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series (NAAPWS), Advance most recently partnered with the NASCAR Drive for Diversity Driver Development Combine, developing new storytelling opportunities and helping to livestream the event for the first time in program history.

"Advance Auto Parts is very honored to receive this award," said Jason McDonell, executive vice president of merchandising, marketing and e-commerce at Advance. "Since becoming a partner of NASCAR, our team has been focused on supporting grassroots racing through programs like Advance My Track Challenge and the Drive for Diversity Combine. As the Official Auto Parts Retailer of NASCAR, we look forward to our continued partnership, leading programs that advance local racing while serving as the auto parts provider of choice for race fans."

For a second season, Advance promoted the "Advance My Track Challenge," focusing on local race tracks and communities to raise awareness of and celebrate grassroots racing. Through a consumer voting program, the organization awarded Jennerstown Speedway a $50,000 prize, distributing 6,000 tickets to local Advance stores for free admission to the speedway's celebration event. The program generated more than 220 thousand impressions on NASCAR.com and NASCAR social media channels.

"Since becoming an official partner, Advance Auto Parts has been a big supporter of grassroots racing, raising awareness of local racing communities and providing young drivers with the opportunity to showcase their talent," said Michelle Byron, vice president, partnership marketing at NASCAR. "After the 2022 Advance Auto Parts Drive for Diversity Combine, we're thrilled to see what's next as they continue to find creative ways to grow their presence in the sport."

After introducing a new brand campaign in June with their No. 1 fan Ed Vance, Advance hosted Ed at the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway and captured live content with him throughout the weekend. In a matter of months, Ed quickly began to be recognized at tracks, becoming a staple character among race fans.

Closing out the year, Advance served as the primary sponsor of the NASCAR Drive for Diversity Driver Development Combine, continuing to expand its presence in the sport. Advance was on-site throughout the event, capturing content as drivers prepared for and participated in the combine. Through their sponsorship, the company gave NASCAR the ability to evaluate additional drivers for the combine as the league also selected additional winners compared to previous years.

This is the first time Advance has been awarded the NASCAR Marketing Achievement Award. Previous winners include: Anheuser-Busch, Comcast; Coca-Cola; Fox Sports and NBC Sports; Mars, Incorporated; Mobil 1; and Toyota.

NASCAR's Champion's Week in Nashville will air Saturday, December 3 at 8 p.m. ET on Peacock. For more information, please visit nascar.com/championsweek.

 

 

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2022-12-01

THE LEGACY CONTINUES: GOODYEAR AND NASCAR ANNOUNCE THE CONTINUATION OF A HISTORIC RELATIONSHIP

THE LEGACY CONTINUES: GOODYEAR AND NASCAR ANNOUNCE THE CONTINUATION OF A HISTORIC RELATIONSHIP

 

Nashville, Tenn. (December 1, 2022) – With one of the longest-running relationships in racing history, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and NASCAR today announced a new multi-year agreement renewing Goodyear's position as the exclusive tire for NASCAR's top three national series. 

 

The agreement continues Goodyear's designation as the "Official Tire of NASCAR," as well as the title sponsor of the annual Goodyear 400, NASCAR's Official Throwback Weekend Cup Series race at Darlington Raceway.

 

"From our manufacturing plants to offices around the world, racing is ingrained in our culture, and the importance of our relationship with NASCAR is reflected in the quality, performance and engineering we put into every Goodyear Eagle race tire," said Richard J. Kramer, chairman, chief executive officer and president at Goodyear. "Our performance on the racetrack plays an active role in the success of the sport and inspires the development of our consumer tires, fueling our commitment to take performance and innovation to the next level."

 

For nearly 70 years, NASCAR has served as a proving ground for generations of Goodyear Racing tire engineers, innovating, preparing and supplying tires that meet the most grueling and demanding conditions at the track. The unique technology that withstands and performs in race conditions also informs development and differentiates Goodyear's consumer tires.

 

"Goodyear has been a trusted partner to the NASCAR industry since 1954, playing a critical role in our shared pursuit to deliver the best racing in the world," said Steve Phelps, president of NASCAR. "For more than 25 years, Goodyear Eagle tires have been the only component that connects the stock car to the racetrack. Our continued partnership will allow us to push boundaries and innovate our racing product for generations to come." 

 

Goodyear and NASCAR's nearly 70-year relationship is built on shared values of competition and innovation. As the sport evolved, so have Goodyear Eagle race tires, leading to the introduction of new tire technology like the racing slick in 1972, the radial tire in 1989, the multi-zone tread design in 2013 and the development of the 18-inch Goodyear Racing Eagle tire used on NASCAR's Next Gen stock car. Fittingly, Darlington Raceway – one of the Cup Series' oldest active tracks – is also home to the Goodyear 400 and many of Goodyear's milestones in innovation, including the brand's first official NASCAR tire test in 1954.

 

Goodyear produces more than 100,000 tires for NASCAR's top three series every year, and each one is hand-built by Goodyear associates in Akron, Ohio – Goodyear's global headquarters. To learn more about Goodyear Racing, visit www.Goodyear.com/Racing.

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