2014-01-11

NASCAR Names Richard Buck NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Managing Director

NASCAR Names Richard Buck NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Managing Director

 

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Jan. 9, 2014) – NASCAR has named Richard Buck, a NASCAR executive with a wealth of diverse experience in motorsports, as NASCAR Sprint Cup Series managing director. Buck will serve in the role held the past 12 years by John Darby, who will remain at NASCAR as managing director, competition. Buck and NASCAR's two other national series managing directors – Wayne Auton (NASCAR Nationwide Series) and Chad Little (NASCAR Camping World Truck Series) – now will report directly to Robin Pemberton, NASCAR vice president, competition and racing development.

 

Buck currently serves as vice president, racing operations for the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA), a role he will maintain through the 2014 Rolex 24 At Daytona (Jan. 25-26), at which time he will assume his new position. In addition to his role with IMSA, Buck has been serving as the managing director of NASCAR's Touring Series, the all-important grassroots racing program that has developed numerous top-flight NASCAR drivers over the years.

 

"Richard Buck has demonstrated a deep and unique knowledge of motorsports, and his versatility and innovative approach to competition should serve the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series garage extremely well," said Mike Helton, NASCAR president. "His wide range of expertise will be of great benefit to our premier series. NASCAR is in the midst of exciting change in the Competition area, and Buck will be instrumental in providing us with fresh insights and implementing many of the changes in the years ahead."

 

A native of Phoenix, Buck worked from 1980-2000 as a crew chief, team manager and director of operations with open-wheel racing teams. As a crew chief, he is a multiple-time winner of the Indianapolis 500. Prior to joining NASCAR in January 2005, Buck worked with teams in all three NASCAR national series.

 

"I'm eager and ready to pursue this unique opportunity to serve as the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series managing director," said Buck. "I appreciate the faith that NASCAR's management team has entrusted in me for this role. As we prepare to launch the 2014 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season, I'm thrilled to expand my role in the sport of NASCAR, and I look forward to helping the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series competition team continue to produce the best racing in the world."

 

Buck will maintain his current role as IMSA prepares to hold the 2014 Rolex 24 At Daytona during the inaugural TUDOR United SportsCar Championship season. With his pending departure, IMSA will realign its competition structure, with Scot Elkins, IMSA vice president, competition and technical regulations, to work even more closely with NASCAR's top executives in racing, including Steve O'Donnell, executive vice president, racing operations; Gene Stefanyshyn, vice president, innovation and racing development; and Pemberton. They will form a joint NASCAR / IMSA Competition Committee to meet routinely to share ideas, best practices and resources on innovation and development regarding the two different types of racing.

 

Additionally, as Buck has been serving as NASCAR's managing director of its Touring Series, he will relinquish that role and NASCAR will promote Brad Moran to that position. Moran has been serving as the Touring Series director.

 

Darby will retain responsibilities as managing director, competition, helping to transition the NASCAR Competition model as it evolves to incorporate more technology and innovation originating at the NASCAR Research & Development Center. Over the past 12 years, Darby has been an instrumental part of a significant number of enhancements for NASCAR, including the introduction last year of the Gen-6 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series car and an innovative laser inspection process.

 

About NASCAR

The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, Inc. (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the No. 1 form of motorsports in the United States. NASCAR consists of three national series (the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series™, NASCAR Nationwide Series™, and NASCAR Camping World Truck Series™), four regional series, one local grassroots series and three international series. The International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) governs the TUDOR United SportsCar Championship™, the premier U.S. sports car series. Based in Daytona Beach, Fla., with offices in eight cities across North America, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races in more than 30 U.S. states, Canada, Mexico and Europe. For more information, visit www.nascar.com and follow NASCAR at www.facebook.com/NASCAR and Twitter: @NASCAR.

 

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PASS To Allow Ford McGunegill Crate Engines In Competition With Pro Late Models In 2014

PASS To Allow Ford McGunegill Crate Engines In Competition With Pro Late Models In 2014

 

CHARLOTTE, NC (January 9) – Pro All Stars Series (PASS) officials announced today that the Ford McGunegill crate engine will be legal for competition in the PASS Pro Late Model division in 2014.  Cars using a 4412 carburetor must weigh 2950 pounds and those using the 350 cfm. 2 barrel holley HP carburetor must weigh 2925 pounds.

"We tested this configuration for the Ford McGunegill crate engine at Southern National in November and we were pleased with the results," said PASS President Tom Mayberry.  "We've had a lot of interest from teams that have the Ford McGunegill crate and we feel that this will only add to the great competition we saw last year out of the PASS Pro Late Models."

The PASS Pro Late Model division utilizes cars similar to the PASS South Super Late Models with a limited tire usage rule and restrictions on engines and shocks.  The division provides an avenue for racers to compete at many of the same tracks that the PASS South Super Late Models compete on and serves as a stepping stone for drivers looking to make the next step in their racing careers.  In 2014, the PASS Pro Late Models will race 13 times in conjunction with the PASS South Super Late Model division.

For the complete schedule and rules for the PASS Pro Late Model division, please go to ProAllStarsSeries.com.

The Pro All Stars Series is recognized as North America's premier sanctioning body for asphalt Super Late Models and boasts such marquee events as the Florida Winter Meltdown at New Smyrna Speedway, the Easter Bunny 150 at the historic Hickory Motor Speedway, the Autobus La Qubecoise Triple Crown at Autodrome Chaudiere, and the legendary Oxford 250 at Oxford Plains Speedway.  For technical information concerning all PASS divisions please send questions topassracing@roadrunner.com.  For media or marketing questions, please contact Alan Dietz at 704-231-2039 or alandietzpass@live.com.  Please visit ProAllStarsSeries.comfor more information.  And, don't forget to "Like" the Pro All Stars Series on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to keep up with breaking news as it happens.

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PORSCHE CARS CANADA TO PROMOTE THE ULTRA 94 GT3 CUP CHALLENGE CANADA AT THE CANADIAN MOTORSPORTS EXPO

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PORSCHE CARS CANADA TO PROMOTE THE ULTRA 94 GT3 CUP CHALLENGE CANADA AT THE CANADIAN MOTORSPORTS EXPO

The Canadian Racing Season Begins February 7, 8, & 9, 2014 at Toronto's International Centre

 

(TORONTO, ON // JANUARY 9, 2014) Since its launch in 2011, theUltra 94 Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada by Michelin has grown into one of this country's most competitive and entertaining, single-marque racing divisions.

 

Determined to build on the series' momentum, Porsche Cars Canada is bringing the Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada series to the Canadian Motorsports Expo – for the first time ever – with an eye to enticing and educating drivers, teams and spectators about this fast growing Canadian series.

 

"We're looking forward to showcasing what we believe is a great racing program," said Patrick Saint-Pierre, Public Relations Director for Porsche Cars Canada Ltd. "But the point we'd like to get across about the Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge is that we're not talking about pro drivers in this series, it's more about driver development. This series is all about learning and being an ideal place for young drivers to race once they've graduated from karting."

 

Based on the production, 450 horsepower 911 GT3 RS road car, the Porsche Cup car has become a standard-bearer in worldwide competition, and has enjoyed similar status in Canada.

 

"I think that there are several things that have contributed to the success of this series," continues Saint-Pierre. "Not only are the drivers  familiar with the Porsche brand and its rich racing heritage, but they also have the benefit of being able to rely on the support of Porsche Motorsport North America at every race. And the appeal goes beyond the race track; many people are surprised at the camaraderie that exists in this series. It's a family-friendly atmosphere that we are very proud to be a part of."

 

In 2013, the Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada series raced ten times over five race weekends on four of the country's most storied circuits. From May to September, the series made appearances at Canadian Tire Motorsports Park, Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal, and the Grand Prix of Trois-Rivières before concluding the campaign at Calabogie Motorsports Park.

 

"We have yet to finalize our schedule for 2014, but of course we'd like to return to those venues," says Saint-Pierre. "We're very open to suggestions from the drivers about where they'd like to run. We will try to accommodate them and find an event that will work for everyone, from the drivers and teams to the fans."

 

Running a 'race within a race' at every event, victories are determined in two distinct divisions (Platinum and Gold), with both classes also declaring a 'Masters' race victor.

 

In the 2013 championship, Maple, Ontario's David Ostella edged Quebec's Chris Green by six points to claim the Platinum crown. The Gold class championship chase was even tighter, as just four points separated runner-up Tim Sanderson from champion Carlos de Quesada.

 

"That is a true demonstration of the competitiveness of this series," said Saint-Pierre. "And I expect that we will see more of the same in 2014."

 

"We don't have a confirmed entry list yet, but our appearance at the Canadian Motorsports Expo will bring further exposure and may draw more interest," he adds. "We have a new vehicle – the 991 – coming to the market, and I know the demand has been high for that car. The 991 is in limited supply for this year, but I think we will see more than a few of them make it onto the track for the 2014 season."

 

Visitors to the 8th Annual Canadian Motorsports Expo will have the opportunity to see a 2014 Gold Class car courtesy of Woodbridge, Ontario's Pfaff Motors. Showgoers will also be able to meet and chat with several of the Porsche series' competitors.

 

Concludes Saint-Pierre, "We've enjoyed a lot of local support from the Toronto-based teams and drivers.  Their response, as well as the one from the dedicated fans has been tremendous… We are eager to see what the new season has in store as it promises to be the best yet."

 

Speaking on behalf of the CME, show co-promoter David Weber said, "We are honoured that Porsche Cars Canada will be coming to the show to promote the Ultra 94 Porsche GT3 Challenge Canada series. The CME attracts a diverse mix of racers and fans – from across the motorsports spectrum – the vast majority of whom will be very interested in learning about what this growing Canadian series has to offer."

 

ABOUT THE ULTRA 94 PORSCHE GT3 CUP CHALLENGE CANADA BY MICHELIN:This single marque series is a partnership between the International Motor Sport Association (IMSA), Porsche Motorsports North America (PMNA) and Porsche Cars Canada Ltd. The partnership was formed to further the relationship between race car drivers and the IMSA series in Canada.

 

With fields regularly exceeding 20 cars, the series continues to grow with the addition of young drivers looking to compete at a professional level. With sponsorship support from Ultra 94 fuels and Michelin tires, the Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Canada is the ideal training ground for up-and-comers, as a competitive venue for established Canadian racers.

 

ABOUT THE CME: The 8th Annual Canadian Motorsports Expo Powered by Inside Track Motorsport News takes place February 7, 8 & 9, 2014 at Toronto's International Centre, adjacent to Pearson International Airport. The show features motorsport content geared to racers, fans and automotive enthusiasts. NASCAR Sprint Cup racer Ryan Newman will be at the CME on Saturday, February 8. For information about the show, including news, exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities, call (416) 962-7223, or email info@CanadianMotorsportsExpo.com. The CME's website is located at www.CanadianMotorsportsExpo.com.


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HOLIDAY INN – TORONTO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IS THE OFFICIAL HOST HOTEL OF THE CANADIAN MOTORSPORTS EXPO

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HOLIDAY INN – TORONTO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT IS THE OFFICIAL HOST HOTEL OF THE CANADIAN MOTORSPORTS EXPO

Exhibitors and Showgoers Can Enjoy Discount Rates During the Show by Mentioning Promo Code "CME"

 

Holiday Inn Toronto Airport(TORONTO, ON // JANUARY 9, 2014) From 'move in' on Thursday, February 6 until 'move out'on Sunday, February 9, the Canadian Motorsports Expo Powered by Inside Track Motorsport News is a four day marathon for organizers, exhibitors and patrons.

 

Fortunately, at the end of each day, CME guests can find a quiet, comfortable sanctuary mere minutes from the International Centre, at the show's new Host Hotel, the Holiday Inn – Toronto International Airport. And from February 6 to 9, the 400-plus room Holiday Inn, located at 970 Dixon Road, is offering a special discount rate to CME participants.

 

Although early booking is necessary (show rates are available until January 23, 2014), for just $89 per night (plus tax (13%) and DMP (3%)), Canadian Motorsports Expo guests can enjoy a comfortable room (one or two beds), along with an extensive list of hotel amenities.

 

Included in the cost are free: on-site parking, a Continental breakfast, wireless internet, a fitness gym, a saltwater indoor pool area (complete with a hot tub). And for out of town visitors, the Holiday Inn – Toronto International Airport offers a free, 24-hour direct airport shuttle.

 

The Holiday Inn – Toronto International Airport is also home to the Metro Restaurant and Lounge, which offers a late night menu for those looking for an end-of-day dining experience.

 

States Naomi Wilson, Reservations Coordinator, "The Holiday Inn – Toronto International Airport is excited to welcome the exhibitors, attendees and staff of the Canadian Motorsports Expo."

 

To reserve a room for the 8th Annual Canadian Motorsports Expo, guests – using theGroup Code: CME can call the Airport Holiday Inn directly and toll-free at (866) 568-0059, or book on-line at www.holidayinn.com/yyz-intlapt. A link to an information sheet with details on the special CME rate can be viewed here:http://www.canadianmotorsportsexpo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/CME_2014_Holiday_Inn_Special_Rate_Form.pdf. A PDF of the information sheet is also attached to this email.

 

ABOUT THE CME: The 8th Annual Canadian Motorsports Expo Powered by Inside Track Motorsport News takes place February 7, 8 & 9, 2014 at Toronto's International Centre, adjacent to Pearson International Airport. The show features motorsport content geared to racers, fans and automotive enthusiasts. NASCAR Sprint Cup racer Ryan Newman will be at the CME on Saturday, February 8. For information about the show, including news, exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities, call (416) 962-7223, or emailinfo@CanadianMotorsportsExpo.com. The CME's website is located atwww.CanadianMotorsportsExpo.com.



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VARAC TO PREVIEW THE 2014 CANADIAN HISTORIC GRAND PRIX AT THE CME

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VARAC TO PREVIEW THE 2014 CANADIAN HISTORIC GRAND PRIX AT THE CME

The Canadian Racing Season Begins February 7, 8, & 9, 2014 at Toronto's International Centre

 

VARAC logo(TORONTO, ON // JANUARY 10, 2014) Vintage car racing is widely recognized as the fastest growing motorsports discipline in the world, with a multitude of events attracting entrants and loyal fans in ever increasing numbers. Accordingly, one of the most popular dates on the annual southern Ontario racing calendar is the Canadian Historic Grand Prix, held annually at Canadian Tire Motorsports Park.

 

Produced and presented by the Vintage Auto Racing Association of Canada (VARAC), and sanctioned by CASC-OR, this three-day celebration of classic automobile competition brings to life the concept of 'Racing Into The Past,' with on-track activities, car cruises and shows, and celebrity forums.

 

Offering a preview of the 2014 Canadian Historic Grand Prix, VARAC organizers – along with several of their classic cars – will be in attendance at this year's Canadian Motorsports Expo.

 

The Canadian Motorsports Expo Powered by Inside Track Motorsport News runs from February 7-9, 2014 at Toronto's International Centre, adjacent to Pearson International Airport.

 

"We run Vintage, Historic and G70+ class races at most Ontario regional events, but the Canadian Historic Grand Prix is the 'big' show of the year; it's our true vintage celebration," explained Bob DeShane, Director of the CHGP. "The Canadian Motorsports Expo is the best place for us to tell our story, and to promote our unique brand of racing to the motorsport community."

 

The Canadian Historic Grand Prix takes place June 13-15, 2014 at CTMP. The featured event this year will be the 'Triumph versus MG Canadian-American Showdown,' with entries already confirmed from across Canada and the United States. For the fans of German marques, the CHGP will also present the 'Legends of the Autobahn' featuring Mercedes, BMW and Porsche cars.

 

Meanwhile, the off-track action will be just as entertaining.

 

"Bob Tullius will be our Grand Marshall this year," continued DeShane. "Most people will remember him for his Group 44 Jaguar Racing team. People will have a chance to exchange memories with him and maybe get a photo or autograph. And on Sunday morning, we will take a couple of hours to host the 'Legends of Mosport, a 'meet and greet' for fans at the banquet tent."

 

Bringing the local community on board for the Canadian Historic Grand Prix weekend, DeShane and the VARAC team – in conjunction with the Bowmanville (ON) Business Improvement Association – have organized a Friday night, 'Checkered Flag Cruise' which will take over the downtown core of the host town for a automotive street party.

"The CHGP weekend gets bigger every year, we expect to have well over 200 competitors in six different divisions showing up in 2014," states DeShane.

 

He adds, "There are lots of classic race cars still sitting in barns and garages. If people think they'd like to get them ready and bring them out to the track, we'd be more than happy to have them. They can come out to the Canadian Motorsports Expo and we can give them all the information that they need. And if they just want to do some 'bench racing,' we can do that, too!"

 

ABOUT THE VINTAGE RACING ASSOCIATION OF CANADA (VARAC): Formed in 1976, the Vintage Auto Racing Association of Canada was created provide a central organizing body through which the vintage racing enthusiast could communicate and organize race meetings for eligible Vintage and Historic racing and sports cars. A regular attendee on Ontario regional racing weekends, the Canadian Historic Grand Prix is VARAC's feature annual event. It's a standalone, three day festival of vintage motorsport held at the 2.459-mile Canadian Tire Motorsport Park facility. For further information on the Vintage Auto Racing Association of Canada, see their website, www.varac.ca. For details on the upcoming Canadian Historic Grand Prix, fans can find information at www.canadianhistoricgrandprix.com.

 

ABOUT THE CME: The 8th Annual Canadian Motorsports Expo Powered by Inside Track Motorsport News takes place February 7, 8 & 9, 2014 at Toronto's International Centre, adjacent to Pearson International Airport. The show features motorsport content geared to racers, fans and automotive enthusiasts. NASCAR Sprint Cup racer Ryan Newman will be at the CME on Saturday, February 8. For information about the show, including news, exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities, call (416) 962-7223, or email info@CanadianMotorsportsExpo.com. The CME's website is located at www.CanadianMotorsportsExpo.com.



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Dillon Puts Historic No. 3 Atop Speed Charts At Daytona

Dillon Puts Historic No. 3 Atop Speed Charts At Daytona

Sunoco Rookie of the Year Hopeful Shines in First NASCAR Sprint Cup Test of 2014

 

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (January 10, 2014) – Austin Dillon knows there will be pressure racing the No. 3 car made famous by the late Dale Earnhardt. Today, he just raised the stakes with his first test in that car at Daytona International Speedway.

 

The Richard Childress Racing driver planted the historic No. 3 atop the speed charts on the first and only day of NASCAR Sprint Cup Series testing at the World Center of Racing. His 195.109 mph led all drivers in single-car runs during this tune-up for the 56th running of the Daytona 500 (Feb. 23, 1p.m. on FOX).

 

"I'm honored to be in the 3," said Dillon, who is driving a number that Dale Earnhardt drove to victory 24 times at Daytona. The defending NASCAR Nationwide Series will be a top contender for NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Sunoco Rookie of the Year honors in 2014. "This is special and walking into this [NASCAR Sprint] Cup garage this weekend is pretty cool. There are so many heroes in this garage for me, and just being in this garage is going to be pressure."

 

A rainout Thursday raised the pressure on all drivers Friday, as teams made the most of a testing session that was reduced to a single 8-hour window. Two of the sport's biggest stars turned their first Daytona laps with new teams, including past Daytona 500 winners Kevin Harvick and Ryan Newman. Harvick now drives the No. 4 Chevrolet for Stewart-Haas Racing, while Newman is behind the wheel of the No. 31 Chevrolet for Richard Childress Racing.

 

Forty-one drivers turned laps in Gen-6 Chevrolets, Fords and Toyotas, which are entering their second year of NASCAR Sprint Cup Series competition. Those cars featured a new 4.5-inch spoiler, designed to add more rear downforce for stability. Results were positive. Thirty-three cars topped 190 mph and the new aero package performed well in traffic, which was tested in the draft during the final hour of testing.

 

"It's a comfortable zone for the teams to be into, so really this test is all about the teams and those guys working on their set-ups and their engine packages and things of that nature," said Robin Pemberton, NASCAR vice president of competition and racing development.  "So far speeds look to be what we expected."

 

Pemberton was pleased with what he saw from all of Friday's drivers, including retired NASCAR Hall of Famer Rusty Wallace. The man who drove Team Penske to NASCAR prominence donned a throwback Miller Lite fire suit and turned laps in Brad Keselowski's No. 2 Ford.

 

NASCAR Preseason Thunder testing at Daytona continues for four more days, as the NASCAR Nationwide Series' top drivers take to the track Saturday and Sunday. NASCAR Camping World Truck Series drivers will test Monday and Tuesday.  Testing sessions for all four remaining days are scheduled to begin at 9 a.m.

 

The top five speeds from Friday were posted by Dillon, Brian Scott in the No. 33 Chevrolet (194.582 mph), Matt Crafton in the No. 27 Chevrolet (194.342 mph), Aric Almirola in the No. 43 Ford (193.828 mph) and Kyle Larson in the No. 42 Chevrolet (193.411 mph). Six-time and reigning NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson was 11th on the charts, with a fast lap of 193.021 mph.

 

About NASCAR

The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, Inc. (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the No. 1 form of motorsports in the United States. NASCAR consists of three national series (the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series™, NASCAR Nationwide Series™, and NASCAR Camping World Truck Series™), four regional series, one local grassroots series and three international series. The International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) governs the TUDOR United SportsCar Championship™, the premier U.S. sports car series. Based in Daytona Beach, Fla., with offices in eight cities across North America, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races in more than 30 U.S. states, Canada, Mexico and Europe. For more information, visit www.nascar.com and follow NASCAR at www.facebook.com/NASCAR and Twitter: @NASCAR.

 

Contact:                                                                                              

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2014-01-10

Champions Highlight Early Entries For Winter Meltdown At New Smyrna

Champions Highlight Early Entries For Winter Meltdown At New Smyrna

 

-       For Immediate Release

 

CHARLOTTE, NC (January 10) – Early entries are starting to flow in to the Naples, ME offices of the Pro All Stars Series (PASS) for the upcoming Florida Winter Meltdown on February 7-8 at New Smyrna Speedway.  PASS will help kick off Florida’s annual Speedweeks festivities at New Smyrna Speedway with the Winter Meltdown serving as the season opener for both the PASS South Super Late Models and PASS National Series.

            The early entries are highlighted by champions from New England, the Southeast and the Midwest.  Defending PASS North Super Late Model champion Cassius Clark of Farmington, ME was among the first to file an entry for this year’s 125 lap Winter Meltdown at New Smyrna.  In addition to his PASS North title in 2013, Clark was the inaugural champion of the PASS National Series back in 2008.  The Hight Motorsports #77 driven by Clark was not only consistent, but fast, winning two races en route to the championship last year and will no doubt give Northeastern fans something to cheer about in Florida.

            4-time PASS North Super Late Model champion Ben Rowe has a long history of making the trek down south from his home in Turner, ME and will do so again for the Winter Meltdown.  PASS’s All-Time Winningest driver swept the 2009 titles in both PASS South and the PASS National Series and hopes to mount another title run at New Smyrna Speedway.  He finished 14th after a late race incident in the first Winter Meltdown at New Smyrna in 2010.  In addition, to his PASS South championship, Rowe has been no stranger to victory lane on the southern tour winning eight times, including two Mason Dixon Meltdown triumphs and a win in last year’s North-South Shootout at Caraway Speedway.

            A driver making his PASS Super Late Model debut at the Winter Meltdown will be West Virginia’s Travis Braden.  Following a Super Late Model championship in the Midwest last year, Braden will bring his West Virginia University-sponsored machine to New Smyrna Speedway in his first test against the short track stars of PASS.  Braden hopes a good finish in the Winter Meltdown could lead to more PASS starts in 2014.

            Another early entrant and a new addition to the PASS South Super Late Model tour will be rookie Brandon Setzer.  The Newton, NC driver hopes to follow in the footsteps of his dad, Dennis, and make his mark on the short tracks of the South this year.  Brandon Setzer has had success in his own right with Late Model Supertruck wins at Hickory Motor Speedway and captured the Limited Late Model track championship in 2013 at Wake County Speedway.  After a strong PASS South debut last year in the Over The Mountain 150 at Hickory, Setzer will be looking to start his first full PASS South season off right with a good run in his first ever visit to New Smyrna Speedway.

            Veteran Brandon Ward has also filed an entry for the Winter Meltdown and hopes to put a frustrating 2013 behind him with a strong showing at the beach.  Although he finished 10th in points, Ward had no wins and no top 5’s to show for his effort.  This after a 2012 season which saw him capture two wins and establish himself as a championship contender.  Ward returns to New Smyrna Speedway where he made one of his first starts with the New Day Motorsports team, finishing 19th in the Inaugural Winter Meltdown back in 2010.

            Entries continue to come in daily for what looks to be one of the biggest Super Late Model races of the Winter.  Entry forms the 3rd Running of the Florida Winter Meltdown 125 can be found at ProAllStarsSeries.com.

Action gets under way on Friday, February 7th at New Smyrna Speedway with practice for all divisions from 1:30-5 PM.  On Saturday, February 8th, pit gates will open at 10 AM, with practice from Noon- 3 PM.  Qualifying will begin at 4 PM and racing will start at 6 PM, featuring 125 laps for the PASS Super Late Models and additional divisions to be determined.  

The Pro All Stars Series is recognized as North America’s premier sanctioning body for asphalt Super Late Models and boasts such marquee events as the Florida Winter Meltdown at New Smyrna Speedway, PASS South’s Easter Bunny 150 at the historic Hickory Motor Speedway, the Autobus La Quebecoise Triple Crown at Autodrome Chaudière, and the legendary Oxford 250 at Oxford Plains Speedway.  For technical information concerning all PASS divisions please send questions to passracing@roadrunner.com.  For media or marketing questions, please contact Alan Dietz at 704-231-2039 or alandietzpass@live.com.  Please visit ProAllStarsSeries.com for more information.  And, don’t forget to “Like” the Pro All Stars Series on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to keep up with breaking news as it happens.

 

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PASS LAUNCHING NORTHEAST LATE MODEL SERIES IN 2014

PASS LAUNCHING NORTHEAST LATE MODEL SERIES IN 2014

 

            PASS President Tom Mayberry is pleased to announce a brand new series for Late Models which will be unveiled at Oxford Plains Speedway in 2014. The division will race three times this season at OPS with the possibility of a full fledged Late Model Series developing in 2015.

 

            Mayberry explains, “The timing is right for a new Late Model Series to be developed and implemented on a test basis in 2014. There are tons of Late Models just sitting idle, and several other tracks, and series cars will be able to participate as well. We have developed a universal set of rules that will just about encompass any racecars with just minimal changes. We will be debuting the PASS Northeast Late Model Series at Oxford on Friday, June 13, 2014 with a 100 lap, $2,000 to win main event. Round number two will take place on the Saturday of the Oxford 250 weekend, July 19th. This race will feature a 125 lap main event paying $4,000 to win, or $3,000 and a guaranteed provisional for the Oxford 250 on Sunday. The final event of the Series will take place on the PASS Championship Weekend at OPS, which is slated for September 26th and 27th. This race will also feature a $2,000 to win, 100 lap main event. We are all excited about launching the PASS Northeast Late Model Series, and have a very good feeling that this Series will be very successful. The Late Model Series will carry the PASS banner in 2014. If the initial endeavor is successful than we will look to expand the Series in 2015.”

 

            The purses are listed below for the three race Series:

 

June 13 & September 27, 2014 Purses.

 

1st, $2,000, 2nd $1,200, 3rd $800, 4th $600, 5th $550, 6th $500, 7th $475, 8th $450, 9th 425,

10th $400, 11th $375, 12th $350, 13th $340, 14th $330, 15th $320, 16th $310, 17th-32nd $300

 

July 19, 2014 Purses.

 

1st, $4,000/$3,000, 2nd $2,000, 3rd $1,200, 4th $800, 5th $600, 6th $550, 7th $500, 8th $475,

9th 450, 10th $425, 11th $400, 12th $390, 13th $380, 14th $370, 15th $360, 16th $350, 17th $340,

18th $330, 19th $320, 20th $310, 21st – 32nd $300

 

            Rules for the PASS Northeast Late Model Series may be found on the PASS website at www.proallstarsseries.com. If you have any questions on the rules you may contact Charlie Rockwell after 5pm at 802-754-2822.

 


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2013-12-23

Kyle Busch returns to Autodrome Chaudière?

Late november 360 nitro (http://360nitro.com/chroniques/2013-11-23/le-champion-nascar-sprint.html) reported that it would be 2012 Sprint Cup champion who would visit the track.


As i was extending my holiday wishes, my source told me it would be the return of Kyle Busch instead.

Who is right?

Nevertheless, if the promoters accomplish the task, you better not wait to purchase your tickets...


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Kyle Busch de retour à l'Autodrome Chaudière?

Il y a un certain temps 360 nitro annonçait (http://360nitro.com/chroniques/2013-11-23/le-champion-nascar-sprint.html) selon ses sources la venue du Champion 2012 de la série reine du NASCAR à l'Autodrome Chaudière.


Alors que je partageais mes voeux du temps des fêtes ma source à moi, me confirme que c'est plustôt au retour de Kyle Busch qu'il faut s'attendre le 5 août prochain.

Qui dit vrai?

Chose certaine, la place sera bondé de monde.  Si les proprios réussissent à répété l'exploi n'attendez pas pour acheter vos billets...  


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2013-12-20

NASCAR heads to Autodrome Chaudière in 2014

                                                                                                                    

 

NASCAR heads to Autodrome Chaudière in 2014

 

Quebec, QC (Dec. 14th 2013) Autodrome Chaudiere is proud to officially announce that the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series will perform at the Vallee-Jonction ¼ mille in 2014. We have always said that we wanted the biggest stock-car events in Canada and having the NCATS series in Vallee-Jonction in 2014 demonstrates again the innovation and magnitude of Autodrome Chaudiere. The June 14th event will be a 300 lap race showcasing the best Canadian NASCAR drivers in the country. With this announcement, we can expect to have several Québec drivers enter the event on the most inclined Quebec Oval. It will be impressive to watch these drivers fend off the best drivers on the Canadian Tire Series; Steckly, Kennington, Fitzpatrick, Roy and more.

The Autodrome Chaudiere owner, Dany Lagacé, is thrilled at the idea of having NASCAR perform at his racetrack: “I have always said that I wanted the biggest stock-car events in Quebec and having NASCAR on the schedule gives even more notoriety to the Vallee-Jonction oval and brings it to another level.”

NASCAR is the most prestigious sanction in North America and having them at Autodrome Chaudière is a dream comes true for the two owners of the Québec oval. The 300 lap event on the Beauceron ¼ mille will be very exciting and without a doubt a “Do Not Miss” event on the calendar.

With this announcement Autodrome Chaudiere has completed their 2014 schedule. This will be the most diversified and electrifying schedule of the speedway’s 28 year history.

Schedule:

 

May 17th: First Leg of the PASS Triple Crown 150

                     PASS – Supersporstman Québec – Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

 

June 14th: NASCAR Canadian Tire 300

                    NCATS – TBA – Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

 

June 21st: ISMA 75

                     ISMA – Supersporstman Québec – Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

July 12th: ACT 150

                    ACT – Supersporstman Québec – Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

August 4th: Open Practice (NASCAR Sprint Cup Driver Invite)

                        PASS –TBA– Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze


 

August 5th: Second Leg of the PASS Triple Crown 150 (NASCAR Sprint Cup Driver Invite)

                        PASS – TBA – Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

September 5th: Langis Caron 150

                               Supersporstman Québec – TBD – Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

September 6th: Thunder Valley National 200 (Second Leg of the PASS Triple Crown 150)

                                PASS –TBD– Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

The season tickets, tickets for the NASCAR Canadian Tire series race and the tickets for the second leg of the PASS Triple Crown (NASCAR Sprint Cup Driver Invite) will be on sale during the month of February when the Sprint Cup star will be revealed. Other divisions will be added to the schedule when the details are finalised.

 


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NASCAR débarque à L'autodrome Chaudière en 2014

                                                                                                                    

 

NASCAR débarque à L’autodrome Chaudière en 2014

 

Québec, QC (14 Dec. 2013) L’Autodrome Chaudière est fier d'annoncer officiellement la venue de la série NASCAR Canadian Tire au cours de sa programmation 2014. Nous avons toujours voulu avoir les plus gros événements de Stock Car au Canada et la venue de NASCAR démontre encore l'innovation et l'ampleur de l'Autodrome Chaudière. L'événement du 14 juin 2014 sera une course de 300 tours avec les meilleurs pilotes de NASCAR Canadiens. Avec cette annonce, nous pouvons nous attendre à avoir plusieurs pilotes du Québec sur l'ovale le plus incliné au Québec. Il sera très impressionnant de les voir s'affronter aux meilleurs pilotes de la Série Canadian Tire; Steckley, Kennington, Fitzpatrick et plusieurs autres.

Le propriétaire de l'Autodrome Chaudière, Dany Lagacé, est emballé à l'idée d'avoir NASCAR  à sa piste de course: ''J'ai toujours dit vouloir avoir les gros événements de Stock Car au Québec et la venue de NASCAR donne encore plus de notoriété à l'Autodrome Chaudière dans tout le Canada.''

NASCAR est la plus prestigieuse sanction de course automobile en Amérique du Nord et sa venue à L'Autodrome Chaudière est un rêve devenu réalité pour les deux propriétaires du tracé de Vallée-Jonction. Ce 300 tours sur le ¼ milles beauceron sera très excitant et sans contredit à ne pas manquer.

L'Autodrome Chaudière vient de compléter son calendrier avec cette annonce. Il sera des plus diversifié et excitant pour tous les partisans de course automobile.

 

Calendrier:

 

17 Mai : Première Tranche de La Triple Couronne PASS 150

                  PASS – Serie Supersporstman Québec – Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

 

14 Juin : NASCAR Canadian Tire 300

                  NCATS – Procam – Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

 

21 Juin : ISMA 75

                  ISMA – Serie Supersporstman Québec – Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

12 Juillet : ACT 150

                    ACT – Serie Supersporstman Québec – Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

4 Août : Pratique ouverte (Pilote NASCAR Sprint Cup Invité)

                 PASS –TBA – Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

5 Août : Deuxième Tranche Triple Couronne PASS 150 (Pilote NASCAR Sprint Cup Invité)

                 PASS – TBA – Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

5 Septembre : Langis Caron 150

                            Serie Supersporstman Québec – TBD – Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

6 Septembre : Thunder Valley National 200 (Troisième Tranche Triple Couronne PASS)

                            PASS –Procam – Sport Compactes – Limité – Kamikaze

Les billets de saison ainsi que les billets pour la course NASCAR Canadian Tire et l'événement avec la venue d'une grande vedette de Nascar Sprint Cup seront en vente au courant du mois de Février 2014 lors du dévoilement de la vedette NASCAR. D’autres classes vont compléter le calendrier actuel lorsque les détails seront finalisés.

 


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2013-12-17

Unique Awards Going To 2013 PASS Super Late Model Champions

Unique Awards Going To 2013 PASS Super Late Model Champions

 

NAPLES, ME (December 13) – The Pro All Stars Series (PASS), in association with series supporter Northern Race Tire, will be presenting a unique set of awards to the each of the division's Super Late Model Champions.  The 2013 PASS National, PASS North, and PASS South Super Late Model Champions will each be presented with diamond encrusted championship rings in recognition of their hard work during the racing season.  In addition, the PASS Pro Late Model, PASS Modified, and PASS Sportsman champions will also receive championship rings, similar in design, but unique to honor their championship seasons.

The PASS Champions' rings are manufactured and designed by Stylecraft.  From Super Bowl rings to civic awards, Stylecraft has been making fine jewelry handcrafted in the United States for over six decades.  The 2013 PASS Champions' rings will be massive in size and will be emblazoned with the PASS logo and other jewels.  Additionally, each member of the championship winning teams will also be presented with one-of-a-kind PASS Championship belt buckles to commemorate their accomplishments.

Durham, NC's Jay Fogleman and Farmington, ME's Cassius Clark will be the first recipients of racing's newest annual award.  In what he has said was his final season racing for a championship, Fogleman competed for multiple teams on the way to his second straight PASS National Championship and was also able to claim his first PASS South Super Late Model Championship.  Like Fogleman, Clark was finally able to take his first PASS North Super Late Model title after years of trying.

"We are very excited to be giving this opportunity to North America's best Super Late Model racers," said PASS President Tom Mayberry.  "Jay Fogleman and Cassius Clark exemplify everything PASS stands for and no matter where they go, these rings will stand as a symbol of the hard work and dedication it took to achieve one of short track racing's ultimate goals."

            In 2014, PASS and Northern Race Tire will once again present each of the series Super Late Model champions with custom rings and belt buckles in recognition of their hard work and sacrifices.  The 2014 season will kick off with the 3rd running of the Florida Winter Meltdown at New Smyrna Speedway February 7-8.  The Florida Winter Meltdown will serve as the first race for both the PASS National and PASS South Super Late Model seasons. The complete 2014 schedules for the PASS North and PASS South Super Late Models can be found at ProAllStarsSeries.com.  The PASS National Series schedule will be released shortly after the New Year.

            The Pro All Stars Series is recognized as North America's premier sanctioning body for asphalt Super Late Models and boasts such marquee events as PASS South's Easter Bunny 150 at the historic Hickory Motor Speedway, the Autobus La Qubecoise Triple Crown at Autodrome Chaudiere, and the legendary Oxford 250 at Oxford Plains Speedway.  For technical information concerning all PASS divisions please send questions to passracing@roadrunner.com.  For media or marketing questions, please contact Alan Dietz at 704-231-2039 or alandietzpass@live.com. Please visit ProAllStarsSeries.com for more information.  And, don't forget to "Like" the Pro All Stars Series on Facebook or follow us on Twitter to keep up with breaking news as it happens.

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2013-12-04

Calendrier Sportsman Québec 2014

Calendrier 2014

Sam.  3 mai 2014              - Inspection et pratiques. (25 points bonis)    Autodrome Chaudière

Sam. 17 mai 2014  - Autodrome Chaudière (75 tours)

Sam. 7 juin 2014    - Autodrome Montmagny (75 tours)

Sam. 21 juin 2014 - Autodrome Chaudière (75 tours)

Sam. 28 juin 2014 - Autodrome Montmagny (75 tours)

Sam.- Dim. 5- 6 juillet 2014       - Circuit ICAR

Sam. 12 juillet 2014         - Autodrome Chaudière (75 tours)

Sam. 26 juillet 2014         - Autodrome St-Félicien (2 x 75 tours)

Jeudi 7 août et Sam 9 août 2014- GR3R (2 courses)

Sam.30 août 2014 - Autodrome Montmagny (75 tours)

Vend. 5 sept 2014            - Autodrome Chaudière (Langis Caron 150)

 

           

Steve Malouin McKibbin               Gerry Bilodeau                            Dominic  Jacques                                                                                                   (Champion 2013)                           Vice Champion 2013              Recrue de l’Année 2013

 


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2013-12-02

Andrew Ranger

** FLASH ** Le directeur général de NDS Motorsports Steven Hibbard était au Québec lundi pour rencontrer différents pilotes pour la saison 2014, afin de remplacer Andrew Ranger qui a occupé ce poste au cours des dernières années.  Ranger est préssenti être au volant d'une voiture Nationwide à temps plein en 2014.  Selon nos sources, l'annonce officielle serait faite avant ou au salon Performance Industry Show qui se déroulera à Indianapolis, IN, du 12 au 14 décembre.


** FLASH ** NDS Motorsports General Manager Steven Hibbard was in Quebec Monday interviewing several drivers for the 2014 campaign to replace Andrew Ranger who was in that capacity over the last few years.  It is believed Ranger will be racing full time in the Nationwide series in 2014.  According to sources, the official announcement will be made at or prior to the Performance Racing Industry show which will be held December 12 - 14 in Indianapolis, IN (USA).


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