IMCA Southern SportMods returning to Lake Country Speedway Saturday shows
February 04, 2008 at 07:52:19 am:
ARDMORE, Okla. (Feb. 1) – IMCA’s Southern SportMod division will return to Saturday night race programs at Lake Country Speedway this season.Opening night at the 3/8-mile clay venue, promoted by long-time driver Ronny Gould and his wife Kelly, is scheduled for March 15. Point races run t... (read more)
Alamosa adding IMCA sanctioned Modifieds this season
Alamosa adding IMCA sanctioned Modifieds this season
February 04, 2008 at 08:35:06 am:
MOSCA, Colo. (Feb. 4) – Promoter Kelly Buesig was impressed by the car count at her Alamosa Motor Speedway when the EQ Cylinder Heads Wild West Tour visited there last summer.She’s equally impressed by the number of Modified drivers who have already registered to compete at the newly-IMC... (read more)
Shipping starts for EQ spec cylinder heads
Shipping starts for EQ spec cylinder heads
February 04, 2008 at 02:05:34 pm:
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (Feb. 4) – Shipping started today for spec Chevy cylinder heads manufactured by EngineQuest.The heads (part no. CH350I) should be in the hands of distributors and drivers who purchased them during the PRI show in Florida by the end of the week.Bearing the IMCA logo and a unique... (read more)
Griffin wins series finale, Jensen tops Winter Days of Thunder point standings
Griffin wins series finale, Jensen tops Winter Days of Thunder point standings
February 05, 2008 at 08:43:47 am:
BULLHEAD CITY, Ariz. (Feb. 2) – Billy Griffin took Saturday’s checkered flag, while Lee Jensen went home with top honors in Mohave Valley Raceway’s inaugural Winter Days of Thunder Series for IMCA Modifieds.Griffin, a late model regular from California, led the last 24 circuits in ... (read more)
Fast Shafts All-Star candidate list to 61
Fast Shafts All-Star candidate list to 61
February 06, 2008 at 08:38:38 am:
BULLHEAD CITY, Ariz. (Feb. 2) – Lee Jensen is the latest addition to the ballot for the Fast Shafts All-Star Invitational.The champion of the Winter Days of Thunder Series at Mohave Valley Raceway becomes the 61st candidate for the special 10-car, 10-lap race at Boone Speedway during the IMCA ... (read more)
Phillips County to sanction Modifieds, Stocks, Hobbies
Phillips County to sanction Modifieds, Stocks, Hobbies
February 07, 2008 at 08:15:09 am:
HOLYOKE, Colo. (Feb. 6) – Six dates for three IMCA divisions are on the 2008 schedule at Phillips County Raceway.First point races for newly-sanctioned Modifeds, Stock Cars and Hobby Stocks at the half-mile dirt track are Sunday, May 18. All three classes are also on May 25, June 22, July 4, J... (read more)
GM bonuses go to top Northern SportMod drivers who competed with crate engines
GM bonuses go to top Northern SportMod drivers who competed with crate engines
February 08, 2008 at 11:15:18 am:
GRAND BLANC, Mich. (Feb. 8) – GM Performance Parts bonuses totaling $12,850 will be paid to Karl Chevrolet Northern SportMod drivers who competed with crate engines during the 2007 race season.Thirty-two different drivers from 15 sanctioned tracks will get checks, mailed today from the IMCA ho... (read more)
J & J Steel signs on as new title sponsor of IMCA Late Model division
J & J Steel signs on as new title sponsor of IMCA Late Model division
February 08, 2008 at 11:27:14 am:
WEST BURLINGTON, Iowa (Feb. 8) – A long-time supporter of the IMCA Late Model division will play an even bigger sponsorship role for the full-bodied class beginning this season.J & J Steel is the new title sponsor for the division and will pay the $20,000-plus point fund to top 20 drivers ... (read more)
Penn Can date added to schedule for World Products Empire State Series
Penn Can date added to schedule for World Products Empire State Series
February 12, 2008 at 10:39:02 am:
SUSQUEHANNA, Pa. (Feb. 12) – A second addition to the World Products Empire State Series will take IMCA Modifieds to another popular Pennsylvania speedplant.Penn Can Speedway at Susquehanna hosts a Tuesday, July 1 show for the touring Modifieds. It was announced last month that the series woul... (read more)
Four IMCA divisions to run Friday nights at Thayer County
Four IMCA divisions to run Friday nights at Thayer County
February 12, 2008 at 04:02:55 pm:
DESHLER, Neb. (Feb. 12) – Weekly racing returns to Thayer County Speedway this season, with first-year promoter Tommy Denton in charge of Friday night race programs.Ten point races are scheduled for IMCA-sanctioned Modifieds, Hobby Stocks and Sport Compacts starting May 2, while sanctioned Sto... (read more)
ARPY award to Talladega’s Phillips, Gurley
ARPY award to Talladega’s Phillips, Gurley
February 14, 2008 at 07:50:46 am:
LAKE MARY, Fla. (Feb. 11) – Talladega Short Track promoter Lynn Phillips wasn’t expecting to make a speech during RPM Speedweeks national workshop.Fortunately, he’s good at adlibbing.Phillips and long-time partner Alfred Gurley received the prestigious 32nd annual Auto Racing Promo... (read more)
GM to continue manufacture of RM sealing bolts
GM to continue manufacture of RM sealing bolts
February 15, 2008 at 09:21:48 am:
ANKENY, Iowa (Feb. 15) – GM Performance Parts has announced the use of the current GM-manufactured RM sealing bolts will continue, at least for the immediate future.In an announcement made this morning, GM Performance Parts representative Bill Martens said “We have elected to conti... (read more)
Seven new dates put EQ Wild West Tour events at 18
Seven new dates put EQ Wild West Tour events at 18
February 18, 2008 at 09:13:03 am:
MYTON, Utah (Feb. 18) – The final touches have been put on the EQ Cylinder Heads Wild West Tour schedule, with the addition of seven more dates putting the total number of events for the IMCA Modified series at 18.The second annual tour will now open with a Friday and Saturday, April 11-12 dou... (read more)
Ten best finishes determine championship of Blood, Sweat and Tears IMCA Modified series
Ten best finishes determine championship of Blood, Sweat and Tears IMCA Modified series
February 22, 2008 at 07:49:03 am:
BROOMFIELD, Colo. (Feb. 20) – Twenty-four dates are on the initial schedule for the Blood, Sweat and Tears Series for IMCA Modifieds. Drivers’ 10 best finishes will be used in determining final standings for the tour, sanctioned by IMCA for the second consecutive season... (read more)
Gretz garners February win in Woody’s Hot Shot contest
Gretz garners February win in Woody’s Hot Shot contest
February 22, 2008 at 07:57:28 am:
KEWAUNEE, Wis. (Feb. 20) – The first win Greg Gretz chalked up this season comes a couple months before he’ll even get on the track. The IMCA Sunoco Stock Car driver from Kewaunee, Wis., was the top pick for the first Woody’s Hot Shot of the Month contest for 2008... (read more)
Eight dates on initial Jackpot Junction Tour schedule
Eight dates on initial Jackpot Junction Tour schedule
February 22, 2008 at 08:04:02 am:
KASOTA, Minn. (Feb. 20) – Eight dates comprise the initial schedule for the 2008 Jackpot Junction Tour for IMCA KSE Sprint Cars. Arlington Raceway and Redwood Speedway at Redwood Falls each host three events. The 12th annual tour also returns to the Jackson Nationals program ... (read more)
IMCA returns to TN- Volunteer sanctions Modifieds
IMCA returns to TN- Volunteer sanctions Modifieds
February 22, 2008 at 08:08:40 am:
BULLS GAP, Tenn. (Feb. 19 ) – IMCA Modifieds return to Tennessee when Volunteer Speedway opens for the new season on April 5. Promoted by Joe and Phyllis Loven, the 4/10-mile high-banked dirt oval at Bulls Gap is the first track in Tennessee to sanction its open wheeled divis... (read more)
Plato named new director of South Central Region
Plato named new director of South Central Region
February 22, 2008 at 08:11:24 am:
SPRINGTOWN, Texas (Feb. 20) – Davey Plato will be on the job as IMCA’s new South Central Region director when the first green flag waves this weekend for Abilene Speedway’s season-opening Ice Breaker special. While making visits to tracks around the region, he&rsq... (read more)
Destroyer back as sponsor for Southern Stock, Hobby regions
Destroyer back as sponsor for Southern Stock, Hobby regions
February 22, 2008 at 08:20:21 am:
KENNEDALE, Texas (Feb. 20) – Southern regions for IMCA Sunoco Stock Cars and Hobby Stocks will again be sponsored by Destroyer Chassis. The Kennedale chassis builder will provide a portion of the point funds to be paid out to top 10 drivers in the Southern Region for Stock Ca... (read more)
Holley adds Northern, Southern SportMod awards to IMCA prize package
Holley adds Northern, Southern SportMod awards to IMCA prize package
February 22, 2008 at 08:23:33 am:
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (Feb. 20) – Awards for drivers in both IMCA SportMod divisions are new to Holley Performance Products’ contingency award program this season. Top drivers in point standings for the Karl Chevrolet Northern SportMods and the Southern SportMods competing... (read more)
Isky focuses on special, series events in 2008 IMCA program
Isky focuses on special, series events in 2008 IMCA program
February 22, 2008 at 08:27:59 am:
GARDENA, Calif. (Feb. 20) – Isky Racing Cams keeps the spotlight on IMCA specials and series races again this season, awarding $100 product certificates at designated events. Certificates will be awarded at specials for the Modified, Karl Chevrolet Northern SportMod, Southern... (read more)
J & J Steel signs on as new title sponsor of IMCA Late Model division
J & J Steel signs on as new title sponsor of IMCA Late Model division
February 22, 2008 at 08:31:35 am:
WEST BURLINGTON, Iowa (Feb. 8) – A long-time supporter of the IMCA Late Model division will play an even bigger sponsorship role for the full-bodied class beginning this season. J & J Steel is the new title sponsor of the division and will pay the $20,000-plus point fund ... (read more)
KRC awards contingencies to top national, regional drivers in eight IMCA divisions
KRC awards contingencies to top national, regional drivers in eight IMCA divisions
February 22, 2008 at 08:34:24 am:
LOCKWOOD, Mo. (Feb. 20) – Contingency awards from Kluhsman Racing Components will go to drivers in eight divisions, based on 2008 national or regional IMCA point standings. Top three finishers nationally for Late Models, Sprint Cars, Stock Cars, Hobby Stocks and Crate Models ... (read more)
M/R Racing expands program with awards for national, regional rookies of the year
M/R Racing expands program with awards for national, regional rookies of the year
February 22, 2008 at 08:39:30 am:
WALDO, Wis. (Feb. 20) – Expanding its IMCA award program again this season, M/R Racing Equipment will recognize the on-track accomplishments of rookie drivers in four divisions. National rookies of the year in the Karl Chevrolet Northern SportMod and Southern SportMod d... (read more)
Deery champion, rookie of the year earn Petersen Aluminum contingency prizes
Deery champion, rookie of the year earn Petersen Aluminum contingency prizes
February 22, 2008 at 08:41:38 am:
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, Ill. (Feb. 20) – Contingency awards from Petersen Aluminum are in store for the champion and the rookie of the year in IMCA’s Deery Brothers Summer Series for J & J Steel Late Models. Both drivers, as well as the winner of the main event winner at... (read more)
Real rewards Deery, Jackpot drivers, plus special events competitors again in 2008
Real rewards Deery, Jackpot drivers, plus special events competitors again in 2008
February 22, 2008 at 08:44:32 am:
INDEPENDENCE, Iowa (Feb. 20) – Real Racing Wheels will reward drivers competing in series and special events for seven IMCA divisions in 2008. Designated feature finishers at all events in the Deery Brothers Summer Series for J & J Steel Late Models and the Jackpot Juncti... (read more)
Record number of state champions to earn Smiley’s awards
Record number of state champions to earn Smiley’s awards
February 22, 2008 at 08:49:41 am:
MESQUITE, Texas (Feb. 20) – IMCA’s biggest class of state champions will earn contingency awards again this season from Smiley’s Racing Products. In its fourth year as title sponsor of the program, the Mesquite, Texas, chassis builder and high performance parts ma... (read more)
IMCA national, regional Modified crowns accompany Speedway Engineering awards
IMCA national, regional Modified crowns accompany Speedway Engineering awards
February 22, 2008 at 08:52:01 am:
SYLMAR, Calif. (Feb. 20) – Top titles earned by IMCA Modified drivers this season will be accompanied by awards from Speedway Engineering. The Sylmar, Calif., suspension and drivetrain products manufacturer will give a rear end housing to the national champion. The other four... (read more)
Jackpot Junction Tour drivers in line for Triple X awards
Jackpot Junction Tour drivers in line for Triple X awards
February 22, 2008 at 08:53:53 am:
BOTHELL, Wash. (Feb. 20) – Awards from Triple X Race Components are in store again this season for Jackpot Junction Tour drivers. The Bothell, Wash., high performance parts manufacturer will be presented to the top five finishers in the annual tour for IMCA KSE Racing Product... (read more)
Al Buschelman’s column for February newsletter
Al Buschelman’s column for February newsletter
February 22, 2008 at 08:56:28 am:
First things first, check out the track directory published in the special section in this month’s newsletter. I’m pleased to see the number of newly sanctioned tracks listed for the Western Region and encourage all drivers to make the most of their opportunities to ear... (read more)
Ed Billings’ column for February newsletter
Ed Billings’ column for February newsletter
February 22, 2008 at 09:00:45 am:
While the weather doesn't look like racing weather, the excitement is growing about the 2008 season here in the Eastern Region. This month we will talk about another race added to the World Products Empire State Series for IMCA Modifieds, the introduction of the Karl Chevrolet Northern Sportmod to t... (read more)
Paul Vetter’s column for February newsletter
Paul Vetter’s column for February newsletter
February 22, 2008 at 09:07:51 am:
With the lure of a very nice weekend weather-wise, a new track opening and a chance to get out of town, we made the drive down to southern Nevada for the grand opening of Death Valley Raceway, “the track your mama warned you about.” Former two-time IMCA Modified Western... (read more)
Bill Martin’s column for February newsletter
Bill Martin’s column for February newsletter
February 22, 2008 at 09:15:37 am:
A big round of congratulations goes to Talladega Short Track promoters Lynn Phillips and Alfred Gurley, recipients of the Auto Racing Promoter of the Year award given by Racing Promotion Monthly. I’ve been convinced these two were among the very best promoters anywhere in the... (read more)
Bob Allen’s column for February newsletter
Bob Allen’s column for February newsletter
February 22, 2008 at 09:21:37 am:
In this month’s Inside IMCA newsletter, we welcome back many returning sponsors for the IMCA Sprint Car division. KSE Racing Products will again be the official title sponsor of the winged class and furnish a portion of the point fund paid out to the top 10 drivers in final n... (read more)
Kirk Niehouse’s column for February newsletter
Kirk Niehouse’s column for February newsletter
February 22, 2008 at 09:25:02 am:
With all the snow that has been falling here in the Great White North, I have had plenty of time to think about and look forward to the 2008 racing season while shoveling. It may be cold on some opening nights, but it will be a lot warmer than last week when it was 10 degrees plus ... (read more)
Tom Gutowski’s column for February newsletter
Tom Gutowski’s column for February newsletter
February 22, 2008 at 09:26:42 am:
My first trip to Mohave Raceway near Bullhead City, Ariz., was a lot of fun and provided me an opportunity to visit Hoover Dam on the way down to the track. I remember visiting the dam in 1960 on a family trip to California. It’s just as awe inspiring now as it was then. Acco... (read more)
Brett Root’s column for February newsletter
Brett Root’s column for February newsletter
February 22, 2008 at 09:34:00 am:
I want to congratulate Lynn Phillips and Alfred Gurley of Talladega, Ala., Short Track on receiving the national Auto Racing Promoter of the Year award, as well as Joe Clay and Tracey Clay of I-30 Speedway in Little Rock, Ark., for another RPM regional promoter award. IMCA Modified... (read more)
Noteboom, Anderson are double winners at Abilene’s Ice Breaker special
Noteboom, Anderson are double winners at Abilene’s Ice Breaker special
February 26, 2008 at 09:06:59 am:
By J.M. HallasABILENE, Texas (Feb. 24) – Jay Noteboom and Shannon Anderson sandwiched trips to victory lane, while both the IMCA Southern SportMods and IMCA Sunoco Stock Cars saw three different feature winners at Abilene Speedway’s season-opening Ice Breaker special.Noteboom topped the ... (read more)
NAPA Night at Thayer County moved to April 25
NAPA Night at Thayer County moved to April 25
February 27, 2008 at 09:38:11 am:
DESHLER, Neb. (Feb. 27) – The NAPA Auto Parts Night at the Races date at Thayer County Speedway has been moved to Friday, April 25.Originally scheduled for the following Friday, the program featuring a higher payout for IMCA Sunoco Hobby Stocks is being re-scheduled because of a conflict with ... (read more)
Spring Kick-Off special starts Kennedale’s new race season
Spring Kick-Off special starts Kennedale’s new race season
February 29, 2008 at 10:14:16 am:
KENNEDALE, Texas – The first annual Spring Kick-Off special starts the 2008 point season at Kennedale Speedway Park. All IMCA points will be awarded for features Saturday and Sunday, March 1-2. First place in the IMCA Modified mains pays $600 while features ... (read more)
