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Motion Motorsport Report for InsideTrackNews.com – June 11 2025

Dave Mathers In this week’s Motion Motorsport Report, Dave Mathers is revved up about the return of the ISMA Supermodifieds to Delaware Speedway last Friday. He also looks at other news and races around Ontario and the racing world. GRAND SLAM HOME RUN! Delaware Speedway played host last Friday night to the return – after […]

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In this week’s Motion Motorsport Report, Dave Mathers is revved up about the return of the ISMA Supermodifieds to Delaware Speedway last Friday. He also looks at other news and races around Ontario and the racing world.

GRAND SLAM HOME RUN! Delaware Speedway played host last Friday night to the return – after eight long years – of the bad, fast, and exciting Super Modifieds, and the results were nothing short of spectacular! The largest crowd in many years filled the stands and the parking lots – and reportedly cleaned out the concession stands.

The Supermodifieds were a hit at Delaware Speedway last Friday. Polesitter Tyler Shullick, in the pits. Photo by Chris Culos.

As always, the pit rumor mill was buzzing, with many suggesting the series will be back next year on the Saturday of the Canada Day weekend. Thanks to the new ownership group, the track was wisely repaved a few years ago, making side-by-side racing possible – something that simply wasn’t feasible on the old surface. Race results are found below.

In yet another head-scratching move from the IndyCar technical staff, A.J. Foyt Enterprises’ car, driven by second-place finisher Santino Ferrucci in Detroit, was fined $25,000 and docked 25 driver points for – get this – having a driver ballast that didn’t meet the 185-pound combined weight requirement by less than a pound, violating the narrow tolerance of 0.00 to +1.00 pounds. Yes, the ‘Danica Patrick Rule’ is intended to prevent unfair advantages for lighter drivers, but here’s the kicker: the car was TEN pounds overweight! Really?

There’s talk that teams are encouraging NASCAR to consider upping the horsepower in the Cup Series. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

Rumours are swirling that NASCAR may increase horsepower for the Cup cars. Teams have been lobbying for more power to better complement the Next Gen chassis, and let’s face it – what driver doesn’t want more horsepower? While we’re unlikely to return to the 900+ HP days, a bit more oomph could certainly spice things up.

From Jayski.com: A three-judge panel from the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals has vacated the preliminary injunction that allowed 23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports to compete as chartered teams and receive the associated financial benefits. Good news for NASCAR.

Reports are also circulating about NASCAR Commissioner Steve Phelps attending a NASCAR Brazil race, igniting speculation that a Cup Series race could be headed there. But what about CANADA? Tons of fans here, and no international flights required!

After many years, I finally got to meet superstar race photographer Alan Arseneault last Friday night at Delaware. I’ve admired his incredible racing photos for years but had never met him in person. Great guy.

Ram 1500 NASCAR Truck Series concept front ¾ on track. Photo courtesy of Stellantis.

At a press event at Michigan International Speedway (MIS), Stellantis announced its return to NASCAR. RAM trucks will initially enter the Truck Series, with strong rumors of a future move to Xfinity and Cup. Good news!

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FAMILY FUN WEEKEND AT ST. THOMAS DRAGWAY

The group that brings you the exciting 660 Sportsman Nationals is presenting the inaugural Family Fun Weekend June 20-22 at St. Thomas Dragway.

The jam-packed drag racing event will feature: Rick Ream’s Wheelstanding Studebaker Firetruck, Neale Armstrong’s Northern Warrior Jet Dragster, Nostalgia Funny Cars – Matt Stambaugh Generation X vs Paul & Brian Noakes new ’67 Chevy II dubbed Wheeler Dealer (below), CJR Hellcats, Canada’s fastest Durango & 9-second Trackhawk, a Batmobile, the Ecto1 from Ghostbusters, the Blues Brothers Car, Ontario Nostalgia Drag Racing and bracket racing. First Responders and Service Club members receive special discount pricing!

Click on the flyer at right for more info, and visit the 660 Sportsman Nationals Facebook page for the latest news and everything you need to know about this first-time event.

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NASCAR Cup Series – At MIS qualifying, Chase Briscoe (Toyota) snagged his third straight pole, edging out Kyle Busch (Chevy) and Denny Hamlin (Toyota). The field featured 36 cars: 15 Chevys, 12 Fords, and 9 Toyotas. Tyler Reddick had to start at the back after some “unapproved adjustments.”

Stage 1 went smoothly, with Chris Buescher taking the stage win. The first caution came on lap 59 when Noah Gragson and John Hunter Nemechek spun on the backstretch. Soon after, Cole Custer and Alex Bowman collided, with Bowman hitting the wall hard. Briscoe and Daniel Suarez also got caught up, prompting a yellow and then red for debris.

On lap 72, Nemechek backed it into the wall in Turn 4. Another yellow. Ryan Blaney spun entering pit road on lap 109 – yet another yellow. William Byron claimed Stage 2. On lap 145, Todd Gilliland hit the wall in Turn 2 after a left rear tire blew.

At the checkered flag, it was Denny Hamlin with a fuel-mileage victory over Chris Buescher and Ty Gibbs. Three of the top four finishers near the Motor City were Toyotas. In the points, William Byron leads Kyle Larson by 41, and Hamlin by 82.

Next race: Mexico City, Friday, 3 p.m. on TSN 3

Denny Hamlin, driver of the #11 Yahoo! Toyota, celebrates after winning the NASCAR Cup Series FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway on June 08, 2025 in Brooklyn, Michigan. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

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Bonfield Event Park, located east of North Bay, Ontario, plays host to the Spring Bracket Race (June 13-15). Visit www.thebafm.com or call (705) 487-3663 for info.

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Xfinity Series – Next race: Mexico City, Saturday, 4:30 p.m. on CW

NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series – Saturday at MIS, Luke Fenhaus (Ford) earned the pole over Carson Hocevar (Chevy) and Matt Crafton (Ford). Canadian Stewart Friesen (Toyota) started 17th. The 32-truck field included 16 Chevys, 10 Fords, and 6 Toyotas – still no RAMs. Corey Heim took both Stage 1 and 2 wins. At halfway, Heim led over Kaden Honeycutt and Hocevar.

The first caution came just three laps into the restart when Jack Wood backed it into the wall in Turn 4. Rajah Caruth also found the Turn 2 wall shortly after, with a little help. A tangle between Nathan Byrd and Morgen Baird led to another yellow and eventually a red for wall repairs.

Stewart Friesen, driver of the #52 Halmar International Toyota, takes the checkered flag to win the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series DQS Solutions & Staffing 250 Powered by Precision Vehicle Logistics at Michigan International Speedway on June 07, 2025 in Brooklyn, Michigan. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

The final 20 laps were wild, with the lead changing several times. Ross Chastain got fully sideways after contact with Hocevar but saved it. A tire carcass caused another yellow with 9 to go. On the restart, a wreck collected Daniel Hemric, Chastain, and eight others, after Tanner Gray turned Chastain. And once again, Live Timing had a meltdown – showing Hemric 15 laps down and Corey LaJoie 12 laps back with four laps to go.

NASCAR overtime! Lawless Alan Body slammed the wall after contact but kept rolling. Hemric blew a tire with two to go – another yellow. On the third green-white-checkered attempt, Friesen took advantage of others going high and restarted on the inside front row. At the flag, it was “Oh, Canada!” – Friesen took the win over Grant Enfinger and Fenhaus.

Stewart Friesen, driver of the #52 Halmar International Toyota, celebrates in victory lane after winning the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series DQS Solutions & Staffing 250 Powered by Precision Vehicle Logistics at Michigan International Speedway on June 07, 2025 in Brooklyn, Michigan. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

In points, Heim (finished 18th) leads Chandler Smith by 133 and Hemric by 151. Friesen sits 10th, 258 points back.

Next race: Pocono, Friday, June 20

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CASC-OR – The VARAC Vintage Grand Prix returns to CTMP June 12-15. And the BARC Canadian Touring Trophy Races are slated for July 26-27 at CTMP. Click HERE to visit the CASC-OR homepage.

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Formula One next race: Montreal, Sunday

IndyCar next race: Gateway, Sunday

IMSA – At Mid-Ohio, the BMW of Machavern/Selldorff won GS, beating the Mercedes of Morad/Ward and the Porsche of Heylen/Mars. In TCR, Gottsacker/Filippi’s Hyundai triumphed over teammates Brown/Dupont and the Honda trio of Yoshihara/Montour/Wittmer. 22 GS and 15 TCR entries. Next race: Watkins Glen, Sunday, June 22

24 Hours of Le Mans: Saturday & Sunday

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This Saturday, Flamboro Speedway hosts the annual Don Biederman Memorial featuring the Outlaw Super Late Models, the Canadian Vintage Modifieds, Mini Stocks, Pure Stocks and a Cruise Night. Biederman was a legendary stock car racer who was a prominent racer at Flamboro. Here’s a link to a gallery of images featuring Biederman. And click HERE or on the banner above for more info about the Biederman Memorial Night.

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NHRA – Back in 1967, I asked a tech guy at Bristol why they called it Thunder Valley. “Wait for the first pair of Top Fuelers,” he said. When they ran, the sound echoed back 30 seconds later. We both laughed.

Top Fuel – Tony Stewart led qualifying with a 3.755 at 325.77. Canadian Dan Mercier was 10th. Stewart also won the #2Fast2Tasty Challenge over Doug Kalitta. Steve Torrence took the event win over Justin Ashley. Two upsets, 10 smokers.

Funny Car – Austin Prock led qualifying with a 3.931 at 329.10. Canadian Spencer Hyde qualified 11th. J.R. Todd won the Challenge over Jack Beckman. Ron Capps won the final. Five upsets, 10 smokers.

Pro Mod – Mason Wright topped 21 entries with a 5.803. Canadians Jordan Lazic and Justin Bond qualified 6th and 10th. JR Gray beat Mike Stavrinos in the final by 0.011 seconds. Two upsets, three smokers.

Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Winners: Richard Gadson, Steve Torrence, Greg Anderson and Ron Capps. Photo by NHRA Media

Pro Stock – Dallas Glenn topped qualifying. Aaron Stanfield won the Challenge. Greg Anderson beat Glenn in the final. Two upsets, seven smokers.

Pro Stock Bike – Brayden Davis led qualifying. Gaige Herrera won the Challenge, but Richard Gadson beat Herrera in the final. Three upsets.

Mountain Motor Pro Stock – John DeFlorian Jr. led qualifying and won the final. Three upsets.

Factory Stock Showdown – Lee Hartman topped qualifying. Mark Pawuk won the final over James Betz. Four upsets, one smoker.

Next race: Virginia, Sunday, June 22

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WASAGA BEACH CRUISERS – CRUISE FEST WEEKEND

The Wasaga Beach Cruisers are holding their Cruise Fest Weekend on Saturday, June 21 in Klondike Park in Wasaga Beach, ON. Their weekly Monday night cruise events started May 12 at the Stonebridge Gazebo across from the Walmart parking lot. The cruise nights start between 3:00 and 4:00 p.m. and run until dusk. Click HERE for more information about Cruise Fest.

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NASCAR Canada Series – The race at Chaudière was postponed to Saturday, August 2 due to weather. Next race: Sunset, Saturday, June 21

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APC Series – At Flamboro Speedway, Jake Sheridan earned the pole over Kyle Steckly and Cole Quinton. At the flag, Steckly won over Shae Gemmell and Sheridan. Eight cars finished on the lead lap. In the points, Josh Stade leads Gemmell and Shawn Chenoweth by five. Next race: Peterborough, Saturday.

Kyle Steckly won the APC Late Model race at Flamboro Speedway on Saturday night. Photo by Steve Traczyk.

Ontario Sportsman Series – Next race: Sunset, Saturday

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Brockville Ontario Speedway: This Saturday at The BOS the Surprenant Truck Shop Crate Sprints, Modified, Sportsman, Novice Sportsman, Street Stocks and Pro Stocks take to the track. Click HERE for more info. Looking ahead, the Empire Super Sprints make their way to The BOS on June 21. And on July 12, the Ogilvie’s Triple Crown Series takes to the track. And you won’t want to miss the Super DIRTcar Series Big Block Modifieds on July 30!

 

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Delaware Speedway – As Rodney Dangerfield would say: “What a crowd!” 18 Super Modifieds thrilled fans on the repaved half-mile. Vermillion, Ohio’s Tyler Shullick smashed Ryan Litt’s longstanding track record with a 15.383. Mike Ordway was second, Kyle Edwards third, and London’s Mark Sammut seventh. Heat winners were Josh Sokolic, Mike McVetta, and Sammut. In the

50-lap feature, Trent Stephens passed pole-sitter Ordway on lap 10 and led the rest of the way. A single caution flew when Johnny Benson spun on lap 33. At the finish, it was Stephens over Ordway and Edwards. Sammut advanced from 10th to finish fifth. Canadian Mike Lichty finished seventh.

In Super Stocks, Cody Wilds and Trevor Collver won the heats, with Collver winning the feature over Carson Nagy and Nic Ramsay. In V8 Stocks (14 cars), Lucas Orr and Jeremy Taggart won the heats. Barry Watson took the feature over Taggart and Kaden Patrick. The crowd enjoyed a laugh when the spectator lights were finally turned on at 9:30 p.m.!

Next race: Autograph Night – V8 Stock, Bone Stock 40 Special, Friday

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Edmonton International Raceway – This Saturday (June 14) is First Responders & Health Car Workers Appreciation Night at EIR. The evening will feature a Meet the Drivers Autograph Session, Late Models, Pure Stocks, Future Stocks, IMCA and Stackers. Click HERE for more info related to Saturday and additional news about all the things happening at Western Canada’s only NASCAR-sanctioned speedway.

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Other Ontario Short Track/Drag Racing Notes:

Buxton Speedway: Late Models, TS, MOD, MM, MS – Saturday

Bonfield Event Park: The Spring Bracket Race takes place June 13-15 at the facility located 30 minutes east of North Bay, ON.

Ohsweken Speedway: Halloween in June – Friday

Full Throttle Motor Speedway: Midgets, Legends – Saturday

Sunset Speedway: Ontario Sportsman Series – Saturday

Grand Bend Speedway: NASCAR Weekly Series – Saturday

Grand Bend Motorplex: Great Canadian Truck Show – this weekend

St. Thomas Dragway: FUN WEEKEND – this weekend

Toronto Motorsports Park: Motorsports Mayhem – this weekend

Speed Promotions Racing (No Prep): TMP – weekend of July 12

Can Am Stock/Super Stock: Grand Bend – this weekend

Quick 32 Sportsman Series, Pro Bike & Sled Series (PBSS), and 5.50 Super Series: June 21, Empire Dragway

John Scotti NHRA Canadian Championship Series: Luskville – this weekend

Shannonville Drags: July 18–20

Any comments can be sent to Dave Mathers via email at motionman@rogers.com or by Facebook Messenger.



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SSR Motorsports, All Balls Racing Sponsor Pit Bike Racing at Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days Presented by Turn 14 Distribution

VMD pit bike racing expanded to two days at 2025 event Photo Credit: Mariah Lacy PICKERINGTON, Ohio (July 10, 2025) — After a successful inaugural running at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days in 2024, pit bike racing will be expanded at this year’s event, with SSR Motorsports coming in as the title sponsor and All Balls […]

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Photo Credit: Mariah Lacy

PICKERINGTON, Ohio (July 10, 2025) — After a successful inaugural running at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days in 2024, pit bike racing will be expanded at this year’s event, with SSR Motorsports coming in as the title sponsor and All Balls Racing joining as the presenting sponsor of the two-day competition.

“With pit bike racing taking place on Friday and Saturday evening during Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days presented by Turn 14 Distribution, we anticipate some outstanding battles for AMA No. 1 plates,” AMA Director of Racing Mike Pelletier said. “We greatly appreciate SSR Motorsports and All Balls Racing for their support of this expanded racing effort!”

Eight classes will compete for AMA national titles, with the No. 1 plates on the line in the 110 Stock, 110 Stock Unlimited, 12-Inch Open, Vet, Vintage Minicycle, Women, Trailbike and Industry classes.

For more information on pit bike racing at VMD, visit VintageMotorcycleDays.com/racing/pitbike-racing/.

SSR Motorsports has emerged as one of the top manufacturers of pit bikes and dirt bikes since its creation in 2002. Visit www.ssrmotorsports.com/ for more on SSR Motorsports.

All Balls Racing is a major brand in the aftermarket powersports industry and is one of the largest global suppliers of aftermarket parts for the powersports industry. Learn more about All Balls Racing at www.allballsracing.com/.

Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days presented by Turn 14 Distribution has plenty of other exciting happenings, with North America’s largest motorcycle swap meet, vendor displays, demo rides and much more! Stay tuned to vintagemotorcycledays.com/ and the official VMD social media pages on Facebook and Instagram for all of the details.





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NASCAR Xfinity Series at Sonoma Raceway Preview and Predictions

For the second week in a row, the NASCAR Xfinity Series heads to road courses, this time taking us away from the Windy City to wine country, Sonoma, California. This is everything you need to know for Saturday’s Pit Boss 250 at Sonoma Raceway. Xfinity Series Pit Boss/FoodMaxx 250 at Sonoma Raceway Preview Just as […]

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For the second week in a row, the NASCAR Xfinity Series heads to road courses, this time taking us away from the Windy City to wine country, Sonoma, California. This is everything you need to know for Saturday’s Pit Boss 250 at Sonoma Raceway.

Xfinity Series Pit Boss/FoodMaxx 250 at Sonoma Raceway Preview

Just as it is now, this time last year, all the talk centered on Shane Van Gisbergen’s road course skill. His second of three wins came at Sonoma last June, and it would be his second in a row after winning at Portland. Now in 2025, we are discussing the possibility of SVG sweeping both Xfinity and Cup for the second week in a row.

Shane Van Gisbergen, driver of the #97 WeatherTech Chevrolet, celebrates with a burnout after winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series Zip Buy Now, Pay Later 250 at Sonoma Raceway on June 08, 2024, in Sonoma, California. (Photo by Logan Riely/Getty Images)

Race Preview:

The Pit Boss/Foodmaxx 250 at Sonoma Raceway is a 250-mile, 79-lap race around the 1.99-mile, 12-turn road course. Stage cautions will be on laps 20 and 45, and the checkered flag will fly after lap 79. A total of $1,651,939 is available in the prize purse for this race. Teams will have 4 sets of tires to race on, 3 fresh sets and 1 from qualifying. Goodyear is bringing the tire previously used at Chicago, Mexico City, and COTA.

In case of weather, Goodyear will bring wet-weather tires. Teams will have four sets, 3 fresh and 1 set from qualifying if used.

The Track: Sonoma Raceway

Sonoma Raceway is a 1.99-mile road course nestled in the heart of California’s wine country, Sonoma. With its 12 turns and beautiful views, this road course has hosted some of NASCAR’s best road racers taking the checkered flag. With uphill corners and dynamic braking zones, it has showcased NASCAR’s best.

There have only been two prior Xfinity Series races at Sonoma Raceway. Aric Almirola won the first race in 2023. Ty Gibbs set the lap record for Xfinity in 2024, running a 1:16.384-second lap.

Xfinity Series Point Standings:

Here are the point standings following last week’s race at Chicago:

1. Justin Allgaier: 624
2. Sam Mayer: 561
3. Austin Hill: 548
4. Jesse Love: 541
5. Connor Zilisch *: 526
6. Carson Kvapil*: 488
7. Brandon Jones: 466
8. Taylor Gray*: 453
9. Jeb Burton: 445
10. Nick Sanchez *: 436

Read More: JR Motorsports Makes Right Call with SVG in Xfinity Series Win at Chicago Street Course

Additions to the Xfinity Series Field:

Many drivers are joining the field for this race at Sonoma. With only 38 open spots and 39 cars attempting, one car will go home. Here are some of the part-time drivers attempting to make the race:

  • Alex Labbe, #07 Chevrolet for SS-Greenlight Racing
  • Shane Van Gisbergen, #9 Chevrolet for JR Motorsports
  • Connor Mosack, #14 Chevy for SS-Greenlight Racing
  • Corey Day, #17 Chevy for Hendrick Motorsports
  • Riley Herbst, #19 Toyota for Joe Gibbs Racing
  • Austin Green, #32 Chevy for Jordan Anderson Racing
  • Austin Hill (Not the RCR one), #35 Chevy for Joey Gase Motorsports
  • Brad Perez, #45 Chevy for Alpha Prime Racing
  • Sage Karam, #53 Chevy for Joey Gase Motorsports
  • Will Rodgers, #70 Chevy for Cope Family Racing
  • Josh Bilicki, #91 Chevy for DGM Racing

Read More: 23XI and Front Row Denied Rehearing, Clash Returning to Bowman Gray and More: NASCAR News Flash

Drivers To Watch:

Just like last week, all eyes are on the JRM duo of SVG and Connor Zilisch. 1-2 last week in Chicago, there is no doubt in my mind that they could be 1-2 again this weekend. According to BetUS, SVG has negative odds, -150, and Zilisch has +130 odds. Can SVG defend his win from last year, or will Zilisch get win #3 this weekend?

Taylor Gray is consistently the fastest Toyota in the field, but was disappointed in Chicago. Compared to his Mexico City numbers, Chicago was a dumpster fire. A 36th place start compared to 8th in Mexico and a 34th place finish compared to 2nd. Hopefully, he can turn it around this weekend and get some of that pace back. I also would not count out the #19 of Herbst. Cup Series experience goes a long way in the Xfinity Series.

For the Fords, it is again eyes on the Haas Factory team cars of Sheldon Creed and Sam Mayer. These two ran second and third to SVG in 2024 at Sonoma, so they can wheel around this track. Look out for the Haas cars to be contenders.

How To Watch The Xfinity Series at Sonoma:

Here is the schedule for the Pit Boss/FoodMaxx 250 at Sonoma Raceway this weekend:

  • Friday, July 11th:
    • Practice:
      • 4:00 PM Eastern
      • Coverage is on the CW App
    • Qualifying:
      • 5:05 PM Eastern
      • Coverage continues on the CW App
  • Saturday, July 12th:
    • The Pit Boss/FoodMaxx 250 at Sonoma Raceway
      • 4:30 PM Eastern
      • Coverage is on the CW, with radio coverage on the SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel provided by PRN

Stay Connected to Last Word on Motorsports for all the coverage of the NASCAR Xfinity Series at Sonoma

Main Photo: Logan Riely, Getty Images

Recording Date: 6/7/2024



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EchoPark signs multimillion-dollar deal for Atlanta Motor Speedway naming rights

EchoPark has secured the naming rights to Atlanta Motor Speedway for the next seven years in a multimillion-dollar agreement. Contract: EchoPark branding will appear on the track walls, in victory lane, and throughout the concourse area. ‘EchoPark Speedway’ is already displayed on the tower above the grandstands Context: EchoPark Automotive is an arm of Sonic […]

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EchoPark has secured the naming rights to Atlanta Motor Speedway for the next seven years in a multimillion-dollar agreement.

Contract:

  • EchoPark branding will appear on the track walls, in victory lane, and throughout the concourse area.
  • ‘EchoPark Speedway’ is already displayed on the tower above the grandstands

Context:

EchoPark Automotive is an arm of Sonic Automotive, which counts David Smith as its chairman and chief executive. David Smith is the brother of Marcus Smith, president and chief executive of Speedway Motorsports. Speedway Motorsports operates the track now known as EchoPark Speedway and, of course, both Speedway Motorsports and EchoPark Automotive were founded by David and Marcus’ father, Bruton Smith.

Comment:

“We’re thrilled to partner with an innovative, customer-focused company like EchoPark Automotive as the entitlement partner of our newly named EchoPark Speedway,” said Marcus Smith. “EchoPark Automotive is as committed to exceptional customer service as we are, and we know that together we’ll elevate our fan experience to a new level unmatched for Southern hospitality. This partnership will fuel great experiences for fans attending our speedway for years to come.”

“We have enjoyed serving guests in the Atlanta metro area since EchoPark Atlanta opened its doors in 2020,” said David Smith. “This partnership allows us to share the value of the exceptional EchoPark car-buying experience with more guests in Atlanta and the surrounding area who enjoy the excitement of NASCAR racing at this iconic venue.”

Coming next:

Atlanta, which hosted the second Nascar Cup Series race of the season, will welcome another visit from the series on June 28th. This will be the first race that falls in TNT’s new five-race package.

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Dollar Tree Signs Sponsorship Extension with LEGACY MOTOR CLUB

Dollar Tree and LEGACY MOTOR CLUB have agreed to a partnership extension, which will see the discount variety store remain a primary sponsor of the NASCAR Cup Series team through 2028. The partnership, forged in January 2024, ensured that Dollar Tree and then-partner Family Dollar would have primary sponsorship on a LEGACY MOTOR CLUB entry […]

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Dollar Tree and LEGACY MOTOR CLUB have agreed to a partnership extension, which will see the discount variety store remain a primary sponsor of the NASCAR Cup Series team through 2028.

The partnership, forged in January 2024, ensured that Dollar Tree and then-partner Family Dollar would have primary sponsorship on a LEGACY MOTOR CLUB entry in all 38 events that season.

On Monday (July 7), Dollar Tree announced that it had completed the sale of its Family Dollar brand to Brigade Capital Management and Macellum Capital Management.

“We’re excited to extend our partnership with LEGACY MOTOR CLUB through 2028,” said Rick McNeely, Chief Merchandising Officer of Dollar Tree. “This continued collaboration puts our brand in front of millions of loyal NASCAR fans and gives us the opportunity to drive deeper engagement with customers in a bold, high-energy environment. We’re looking forward to what’s ahead with Jimmie [Johnson], John Hunter, Erik, and the entire LEGACY MC team.”

Entering Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series event at Sonoma Raceway, both Erik Jones (17th) and John Hunter Nemechek (20th) sit inside the top-20 in series point standings, after a sequence of strong runs into the Summer months have helped to rally the team.

“Having such a recognizable brand like Dollar Tree with us for years to come gives the CLUB stability and energy,” said Erik Jones, driver of the No. 43 Toyota Camry XSE for LEGACY MOTOR CLUB. “We are building a legacy together and hope to enjoy success for years to come.”

“It’s an honor to continue carrying the Dollar Tree brand on our cars,” said John Hunter Nemechek, driver of the No. 42 Toyota Camry XSE. “Their support helps us deliver results on track, bring value back to their vendor partners, and helps build the fandom of the CLUB.”

Since Dollar Tree first joined LEGACY MOTOR CLUB at the beginning of 2024, the company’s branding has adorned an entry from the team 39 times, including three top-fives — two from Erik Jones and one from John Hunter Nemechek.

“Dollar Tree is a foundational partner to LEGACY MOTOR CLUB,” Cal Wells III, CEO of LEGACY MOTOR CLUB. “Their continued investment and commitment will enable us to execute our competitive vision and strengthen our ability to support championship aspirations.”

Dollar Tree will be on board the No. 43 Toyota Camry XSE for Erik Jones this weekend at Sonoma Raceway. The Toyota / Save Mart 350 will take place on Sunday, July 13 at 3:30 pm ET on TNT, PRN, and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90.



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TNT Sports to Exclusively Present Toyota/Save Mart 350 from Sonoma Raceway on Sunday, July 13 — Round Three of In-Season Challenge Presented by DraftKings Sportsbook – Speedway Digest

Jamie McMurray, Parker Kligerman& Shannon Spake to Host NASCAR Nation presented by Vanda PharmaceuticalsPre-Race Coverage On-Site, Starting at 3 p.m. ET on TNT, truTV & HBO Max Dale Earnhardt Jr., Steve Letarte & Adam Alexander to Call Race Action on TNT & HBO Max;NASCAR In-Season Challenge Altcast presented by DraftKings Sportsbook to Feature Jeff Burton, […]

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Jamie McMurray, Parker Kligerman
& Shannon Spake to Host NASCAR Nation presented by Vanda Pharmaceuticals
Pre-Race Coverage On-Site, Starting at 3 p.m. ET on TNT, truTV & HBO Max

Dale Earnhardt Jr., Steve Letarte & Adam Alexander to Call Race Action on TNT & HBO Max;
NASCAR In-Season Challenge Altcast presented by DraftKings Sportsbook to Feature Jeff Burton, Larry McReynolds & Special Guests on truTV & HBO Max

NASCAR Cup Series Practice & Qualifying to
Air on truTV & HBO Max Saturday, July 12 at 1:30 p.m.

The In-Season Challenge
presented by DraftKings Sportsbook
revs up for Round Three as the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at
Sonoma Raceway gets underway on Sunday, July 13 at 3:30 p.m. ET
across TNT, truTV and HBO Max.

Dale Earnhardt Jr., Steve Letarte and
Adam Alexander will provide commentary for Sunday’s race on TNT and HBO Max, as well as practice and qualifying on
Saturday, July 12, starting at 1:30 p.m. on truTV and HBO Max.

Sunday’s race coverage will be preceded by
NASCAR Nation presented by Vanda Pharmaceuticals pre-race show at 3 p.m., live from Sonoma Raceway, hosted by
Shannon Spake with analysts Jamie McMurray, winner of the 2010 Daytona 500, and
Parker Kligerman, former NASCAR Cup Series driver.

Pit reporters
Alan Cavanna, Danielle Trotta and Marty Snider will be live from pit road throughout TNT Sports’ race coverage, bringing fans live reports, exclusive insights and driver interviews. Bleacher Report correspondent
Mamba Smith will also contribute to live coverage.

Additionally, former Crew Chief
Larry McReynolds and 21-time NASCAR Cup Series winner Jeff Burton will host the
NASCAR In-Season Challenge Altcast presented by DraftKings Sportsbook on
truTV and HBO Max. The alternate viewing experience will take fans inside the individual driver bracket storylines each week, along with a rotation of special guests joining throughout the race.

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TNT Sports In-Season Challenge Coverage from Sonoma Raceway:

DATE

TIME (ET)

PROGRAM/COMMENTATORS

NETWORK

Saturday, July 12

1:30 p.m.

NASCAR Cup Series Practice & Qualifying

Dale Earnhardt, Jr., Steve Letarte & Adam Alexander

truTV & HBO Max

Sunday, July 13

3 p.m.

NASCAR Nation presented by Vanda Pharmaceuticals

Jamie McMurray, Parker Kligerman & Shannon Spake

TNT, truTV & HBO Max

~3 p.m.

NASCAR Driver Cam presented by DraftKings Sportsbook and Straight Talk Wireless

HBO Max

3:30 p.m.

Toyota/Save Mart 350

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Dollar Tree expends partnership with Legacy Motor Club

LEGACY MOTOR CLUB today announced a contract extension with Dollar Tree that secures the continued sponsorship of the Dollar Tree brand on the No. 42 Toyota Camry XSE of John Hunter Nemechek and the No. 43 Toyota Camry XSE of Erik Jones NASCAR Cup Series entries through 2028. First activated in January 2024 under a multi-year deal […]

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LEGACY MOTOR CLUB today announced a contract extension with Dollar Tree that secures the continued sponsorship of the Dollar Tree brand on the No. 42 Toyota Camry XSE of John Hunter Nemechek and the No. 43 Toyota Camry XSE of Erik Jones NASCAR Cup Series entries through 2028.

First activated in January 2024 under a multi-year deal spanning all 38 NASCAR Cup Series events, the partnership with Dollar Tree and LEGACY MOTOR CLUB has provided strong visibility for Dollar Tree nationwide.

“We’re excited to extend our partnership with LEGACY MOTOR CLUB through 2028,” said Rick McNeely, Chief Merchandising Officer, Dollar Tree. “This continued collaboration puts our brand in front of millions of loyal NASCAR fans and gives us the opportunity to drive deeper engagement with customers in a bold, high-energy environment. We’re looking forward to what’s ahead with Jimmie (Johnson), John Hunter, Erik, and the entire LEGACY MC team.”

Nemechek, driver of the No. 42, added, “It’s an honor to continue carrying the Dollar Tree brand on our cars. Their support helps us deliver results on track, bring value back to their vendor partners and helps build fandom of the CLUB.”

Jones, driver of the No. 43, also shared his enthusiasm: “Having such a recognizable brand like Dollar Tree with us for years to come gives the CLUB stability and energy. We are building a legacy together and hope to enjoy success for years to come.”

Cal Wells III, CEO of LEGACY MC emphasized the impact of the partnership: “Dollar Tree is a foundational partner to LEGACY MOTOR CLUB. Their continued investment and commitment will enable us to execute our competitive vision and strengthens our ability to support championship aspirations.”

This weekend, the Nos. 42 and 43 teams head to Sonoma Raceway. Nemechek sits 20th in the point standings, 68 points below the playoff cutoff line and Jones is 17th in the standings, 50 points below the playoff cut line with seven races to go in the regular season.



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