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Custom T’s Motorsports Park gets event permits after contentious vote | News

In recent years, Custom T’s Motorsports Park, known to some as the Colonial Beach drag strip, has had a strained relationship with neighboring residential property owners on Longfield Road. After a number of complaints and incidents that resulted in injuries related to a newly-installed drift/burnout pit as well as a shooting in 2023, track owner […]

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In recent years, Custom T’s Motorsports Park, known to some as the Colonial Beach drag strip, has had a strained relationship with neighboring residential property owners on Longfield Road. After a number of complaints and incidents that resulted in injuries related to a newly-installed drift/burnout pit as well as a shooting in 2023, track owner Larry Thompson and the staff worked to revamp operations over the course of 2024, and ultimately convinced Board of Supervisors to approve the event permits allowing the activities they hoped to see at the track. 

To say this was controversial is probably the understatement of the year. When the event application came before the Board, voices for and against came out of the woodwork. This was the final item of a meeting that dragged on for almost four hours, and people still waited to give their thoughts.

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NASCAR announces penalites from Kansas race

Chris Buescher and RFK Racing have been issued an L1 penalty following further inspection from Kansas, NASCAR announced Thursday (May 15). Photo: Colby Evans/The Racing Experts Buescher and RFK Racing were fined $75,000, 60 driver and owner points, and 5 NASCAR Playoff points. The violation stems from an issue with the front bumper cover of […]

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Chris Buescher and RFK Racing have been issued an L1 penalty following further inspection from Kansas, NASCAR announced Thursday (May 15).

Photo: Colby Evans/The Racing Experts

Buescher and RFK Racing were fined $75,000, 60 driver and owner points, and 5 NASCAR Playoff points.

The violation stems from an issue with the front bumper cover of the No. 17, NASCAR said.

Additionally, Buesher’s crew chief Scott Graves has been suspended from the next two NASCAR Cup Series events; the All-Star Race and the Coca-Cola 600.

NASCAR announced post-race Sunday the two vehicles Buescher and Carson Hocevar’s No. 77 would be taken to the NASCAR R&D Center in Concord, N.C. for further inspection.

Buescher started the race on the outside front row, ultimately finishing eighth.

Prior to the penalty, Buescher was ranked 14th on the NASCAR Playoff grid with a 33-point edge over Ryan Preece, the first driver below the cutline.

Now Buescher is ranked 24th, 27 points below the cutline. Preece is now in the playoffs, as it stands, because of that penalty.

Buescher has posted 1 Top-5 finish and 6 Top-10 finishes through the first 12 races of the year, but no victory.

Dominic Aragon is currently the editor-in-chief for The Racing Experts.

From Grants, New Mexico, USA, Aragon started watching NASCAR in 2004 and has been covering the sport since 2009. Aragon is a 2012 graduate of Grants High School and a May 2016 graduate of the University of New Mexico with a B.A. in Mass Communications & Journalism. Aragon has worked in local and national media, as a musician, and an educator. He is co-author of the 2024 book “All of It: Daytona 500 Champion Tells the Rest of the Story” with racer Geoff Bodine.

Aragon, his wife Feliz, and son Christopher currently reside in Grants, New Mexico, USA.

You can reach Dominic at daragon@theracingexperts.net.



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The Intimidator. The Man in Black. Ironhead. One Tough Customer. Dale Earnhardt was called all of those — he was such a legendary NASCAR figure that just one nickname wasn’t enough. Considered by many to be the best driver in the sport’s history, Earnhardt died in a last-lap crash at the 2001 Daytona 500 and […]

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The Intimidator. The Man in Black. Ironhead. One Tough Customer.

Dale Earnhardt was called all of those — he was such a legendary NASCAR figure that just one nickname wasn’t enough. Considered by many to be the best driver in the sport’s history, Earnhardt died in a last-lap crash at the 2001 Daytona 500 and has since attained almost mythical status among race fans.

But the new four-part Amazon Prime documentary that premieres May 22 won’t just concentrate on the seven NASCAR Cup championships and Earnhardt’s aggressive on-track persona, according to two of his children. Instead, as Dale Earnhardt Jr. said in a Zoom interview with reporters Wednesday, it will also include a heavy focus on Earnhardt’s personal relationships.

“It shows you the human side of Dad,” Earnhardt Jr. said of the documentary. “It celebrates the man on the race track, for sure. But it also celebrates the person he was, for better or worse. And there’s some tough moments in there. Some honest moments in there.”

Said Kelley Earnhardt Miller, Earnhardt’s daughter, during the interview: “This is a human interest story. … The good and the bad, right? Life is full of that.”

Added Dale Earnhardt Jr. about his father: “To a lot of people, he was like Elvis. … Or a John Wayne figure. … They thought that he was indestructible and bulletproof and and couldn’t do any wrong. … And so they worshiped him. I think that was the challenge for me and Kelley. We knew him as a real person that was a good dad. And a tough dad. And a not-so-good dad sometimes, with all of these human imperfections.”

Earnhardt had four children and was married three times, having at least one child with each of his wives. Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Kelley Earnhardt Miller have had prominent careers inside the world of racing as well and are known for their authenticity. Both are interviewed extensively in the documentary. Said Earnhardt Miller: “People have always said: ‘You guys are just like normal folks.’ And we are normal folks, and this documentary just showcases that. … At the end of the day, we’re all very similar in the way that we come through the world. Some people’s stories are just out there more so than others.”

After the first two episodes debut May 22 on Amazon Prime, the final two will drop May 29. In between all that, Amazon will stream the Coca-Cola 600 live from Charlotte Motor Speedway, with Dale Earnhardt Jr. as one of the primary broadcasters.

The timing of the documentary and the way it is sandwiched around the broadcast isn’t an accident. The idea, Earnhardt Miller said, is for NASCAR fans to get a sense immediately through the first two episodes of the documentary that Amazon’s groundbreaking five-race package of Cup Series races that begins with the Coke 600 is not a passing fling for the streaming giant.

Said Earnhardt Miller: “I think for Amazon that this (documentary) is an avenue for them to show our NASCAR fans how dedicated and serious they are about the NASCAR product that’s coming out, and the races that they’re going to be doing. And so I think the timing for all of that was super important and very relevant. They’ve got to gain that trust quick.”

This isn’t the first major documentary to delve deeply into Earnhardt’s life. The documentary “Dale” debuted in 2007, and Earnhardt Jr. said he has always believed that film was an excellent homage, particularly to his father’s racing career. But, he said, there is plenty of room for another documentary 18 years later, as Earnhardt’s death recedes in the memories of some younger fans and drivers.

Said Earnhardt Jr: “We are so far down the line from his passing and his impact on the sport … that a large portion of our fan base in NASCAR has never seen him race. And I see a lot of (new NASCAR fans ask): ‘Why is this person so respected and appreciated? Why was he so loved? I don’t understand. Help me understand.’ And so I feel like it was a great opportunity to introduce him to people that maybe don’t know him that well, or don’t know much about his career. There’s even drivers in the field on Sundays that don’t know, really, what this person was all about. … I think my dad was the most amazing person I ever met and that I’ve ever known. I just have so much respect and love for him, and I miss him terribly.”



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NASCAR driver and Berlin native Ryan Preece returned to Connecticut yesterday

THOMPSON, Conn. (WFSB) – NASCAR driver Ryan Preece returned to Connecticut yesterday. Preece came back to race in the feature event at Thompson Motor Speedway. The Berlin native told Channel 3 Sports Reporter Marc Robbins that he returns as often as he can to enjoy the competition and atmosphere of the Connecticut track. Preece driving […]

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THOMPSON, Conn. (WFSB) – NASCAR driver Ryan Preece returned to Connecticut yesterday.

Preece came back to race in the feature event at Thompson Motor Speedway.

The Berlin native told Channel 3 Sports Reporter Marc Robbins that he returns as often as he can to enjoy the competition and atmosphere of the Connecticut track.

Preece driving a race car is something Connecticut racing fans have been seeing for many years.

The 34-year-old Berlin native attracted a pretty good sized Wednesday night crowd at Thompson for the Monaco Modified Tri Track Series.

“For me, it’s the people. I spent a lot of nights going up and down I-91 and I-84 running to the race track. Anytime I can come back to race in Connecticut is fun for me,” Preece said.

It is also fun for a growing fan base that follows his weekly cup races all over the country.

“He’s an awesome guy. Every time I meet him, whether it’s in NASCAR or before, he’s the same guy, and I respect that,” one fan said.

In addition to gaining respect, Preece says he gets added fuel from all types of races.

No matter the level, there is always something to learn in one race that he might be able to use in another.

“There’s always things that you can do to be better. If the car isn’t what I need, there’s a few things I’ve learned on Sundays to bring here,” Preece said.

At least half the fun for Preece is getting his hands dirty working on the car before he even grabs the steering wheel.

“Honestly, it is fun, but it’s certainly intense. In these moments there are the moments when you hammer down and get speed. I came here to win, not to ride around. Right now, we have a lot of work to do,” he said.

Preece wasn’t kidding. His car just wasn’t working at an optimum level in this race. When he hit the pits about two thirds of the way through the 75 lap race, that was the end of his night.

But there is more racing this weekend. He hopes to qualify for the All-Star Open Sunday in North Carolina, and there will be more runs at back home in the future.



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NASCAR driver, motorcycle racer get first-hand look at Welcome to Rockville

DAYTONA, Fla. – In 100 days, racing returns to The World Center of Racing. But this weekend, Daytona International Speedway will be the world center of rock. Welcome to Rockville, a four-day festival at the speedway, will bring over 150 rock and heavy metal bands, and over 200,000 fans. Headliners include Shinedown, Green Day, LINKIN […]

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DAYTONA, Fla. – In 100 days, racing returns to The World Center of Racing. But this weekend, Daytona International Speedway will be the world center of rock.

Welcome to Rockville, a four-day festival at the speedway, will bring over 150 rock and heavy metal bands, and over 200,000 fans. Headliners include Shinedown, Green Day, LINKIN PARK and Korn.

NASCAR Cup Series driver Daniel Suarez and Harley-Davidson motorcycle driver James Rispoli took off the racing gear and became stagehands Thursday, helping move production equipment, wrapping mic cables and taking pictures of performing bands.

“It’s like a completely different place,” Suarez told News 6. “It’s been a good experience, and I’ve enjoyed it.”

Their day wrapped up with a golf cart race down pit row against Shinedown’s lead guitarist, Zach Myers.

“(Today) has been unreal,” Rispoli said. “It’s been crazy to see how the bands do it and to see some of my childhood heroes. This has been such an experience to come out to Daytona and be a part of this.”

On Aug. 23, racing will be under the lights for the NASCAR regular season finale with the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway. This race is the last chance for racers to qualify for the playoffs.

“It’s a very high-intensity race because it’s the last race of the regular season,” Suarez said. “Hopefully by then… I have a win or two under my belt, and I don’t have to worry about the playoffs.”

Tickets for the Coke Zero Sugar 400 are available, and Welcome to Rockville information is here.

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Kyle Larson NASCAR Cup Series replacement revealed ahead of possible absence

Hendrick Motorsports have revealed Kyle Larson’s replacement for the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series champion’s insane schedule. Justin Allgaier has been tabbed to practice and qualify for Larson for this weekend’s All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro this weekend while the one-time champ practices and qualifies at Indianapolis, and will also fill in at the Coca-Cola […]

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Hendrick Motorsports have revealed Kyle Larson’s replacement for the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series champion’s insane schedule.

Justin Allgaier has been tabbed to practice and qualify for Larson for this weekend’s All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro this weekend while the one-time champ practices and qualifies at Indianapolis, and will also fill in at the Coca-Cola 600 if necessary.

READ MORE: NASCAR Results Today: Kyle Larson smashes record in win as 23XI Racing struggle

Larson will be allowed to leave Indianapolis before the Indy 500 Fast Six if he qualifies that high, allowing him to make it to North Carolina for the $1 million race at the expense of his position at the very front of the Indy 500 start.

The 2021 Cup Series champ is fortunate in that he has won several races since the start of 2024, allowing him automatic qualification into the All-Star Race as opposed to having to qualify via the All-Star Open (or fan vote) earlier in the day.

Larson crew chief: We’re ready for Justin

Cliff Daniels, crew chief for Larson’s #5 team, said: “We’re fortunate to have Justin and we appreciate him stepping in to help. He and Kyle are very similar in size, so there’s a lot in the cockpit that’s common between the two.

“I think that serves him well and it serves us well. He’s had some time in the simulator driving the track and he did the wheel-force test there a year ago, so he’s got some experience in the Cup car at North Wilkesboro. We’re looking to put in a solid practice and make sure the car drives good.”

On the track evolution, Daniels added: “I think no matter what there’s going to be a general progression of balance from Friday through Sunday. The track is going to take more rubber. Friday, the groove is going to be a bit more narrow and Sunday I think it’s going to open up a bit. So, there’s still some changes regardless of Justin or Kyle that we would plan to progress through throughout the weekend.

“At the end of the day, I just want to make sure Justin is comfortable in what he feels and he, of course, trusts the feedback he’s going to give us. If there’s something he can provide to us to make the car faster, we’re going to listen. We’re going to do those little things and then we’re going to kind of stick to a little bit of what we think the track is going to evolve through, throughout the weekend.”

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Ticket renewals begin tomorrow for 2025 INDYCAR and NASCAR race weekends at Portland International Raceway – Speedway Digest

The ticket renewal process begins tomorrow (May 16) at 10 a.m. PT for all multi-day Grandstand and RV space purchasers from last year’s BITNILE.COM Grand Prix of Portland, featuring the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, and Pacific Office Automation 147, headlined by the NASCAR Xfinity Series. Eligible customers from 2024 will receive a direct email communication with […]

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The ticket renewal process begins tomorrow (May 16) at 10 a.m. PT for all multi-day Grandstand and RV space purchasers from last year’s BITNILE.COM Grand Prix of Portland, featuring the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, and Pacific Office Automation 147, headlined by the NASCAR Xfinity Series. Eligible customers from 2024 will receive a direct email communication with further purchase instructions. Public ticket sales will begin for multi-day Reserved Grandstand tickets and any remaining RV spaces on Monday, June 2 at 10 a.m. PT for both events.

This year’s NTT INDYCAR SERIES race weekend is set for August 8-10, and the NASCAR Xfinity Series event follows later for the first time on August 29-30 over Labor Day weekend. Both events are scheduled on new dates this summer at Portland International Raceway creating a ‘Speed Month’ at the motorsports facility positioned just south of the Columbia River along Interstate 5 in North Portland.

“We are thrilled to have ‘Speed Month’ at Portland International Raceway with both of these big motorsports events moving to August. Portland is exclusively and uniquely the only city on the West Coast to host both INDYCAR and NASCAR national series races,” said Jerry Jensen, vice president and general manager of Green Savoree Portland, LLC, which owns and operates the event at PIR. “We will also be offering combo ticket packages to both events for the first time providing fans further benefits and savings for attending both weekends this August.” 

As part of this combination ticket packaging, returning multi-day Grandstand ticket holders renewing both their BITNILE.COM Grand Prix of Portland and Pacific Office Automation 147 seats will receive a free INDYCAR Paddock Pass, a $75 value. Gold Grandstand customers also receive a complimentary Infield Parking Pass with their renewal purchase to both events, limited to one per order and a value of $30 for the INDYCAR race weekend and $25 for the NASCAR event.

Both events offer a tremendous family value. Children 12 and under receive free General Admission when attending either event with a ticketed adult. Additional family value packages will be announced at a later date when public sales begin on June 2. Also, both events will feature no fees on order processing when ordering online at RacePortland.com.

All ticket pricing and options, including parking passes and RV Club spaces, are posted online at RacePortland.com. Stay up to speed on these premier Portland events on social media all year long by following #PortlandGP and #NASCARPortland or by signing up for the E-Club on the website to get exclusive pre-sale access on tickets.  

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