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This Honda Is the Perfect Fit for Easygoing Track Days

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5 months ago

July 25, 2025

A few years ago, I took a step back from racing. I’d gotten a little burned out on the cost, the intensity, and the fact that fun seemed more and more difficult to find. I have been accused of taking things too seriously before… However, after a few months away from the track, I realized I couldn’t leave it alone entirely, and I started to think about what was eluding me.

I wondered if I toned things down a bit, I’d be able to reignite that spark that got me started 15 years ago. Maybe drive something that wasn’t serious, or expensive, or even quick—a car that seemed lively, communicative, and low-stress. So I picked up a secondhand Honda Fit, which turned out to be all of those things and more.

Honda Fit off road dirt action — The Fit’s former owner had enjoyed the car on track (and off …) several times.Tommy Parry

It was only fitting that I tested the Fit’s bonafides over a pleasant, low-stakes afternoon at Thunderhill Raceway Park, about 90 minutes north of Sacramento, as part of a track day with the Sports Car Club of America’s Track Night in America (TNIA).

Track days can wreak havoc on your schedule, with big time commitments often baked in, and a large part of why I only go to track days in bursts now is the timeframe they force me into. Fortunately, TNIA fits with a schedule that is easier for people with day jobs, and many events begin mid-afternoon. That allows for several hours of work before making the trek to the host track.

Honda Fit unpacked paddock track — Shortly after buying it and driving a thousand miles north to Washington, I unpacked my car in the paddock at Ridge Motorsports Park and enjoyed my first few laps on track.Tommy Parry

Because, let’s face it, not everyone can take the whole day off for this sort of thing. And casual track drivers, who aren’t hellbent on bettering their personal records every time they visit the track, have little need for the chilly air of early mornings, when engines and tires are happiest. Some of us are just looking for the lowest-stress, lowest-cost way to get a clean jolt of adrenaline. TNIA is just that.

Honda Fit vertical — The straightaways at Thunderhill are very long in the Fit, but the flow and tighter corners are a great way to test some of its strengths.Dito Milian

Subdued Speedfreak

The Fit was never going to be a world-beater, but it comes with a range of abilities that help sell it to the pragmatic thrill seeker. If overnighting is necessary, the Fit also doubles as a camper. It has the interior space of a small SUV and will hold a couple sets of wheels, a toolbox, and a suitcase or two. Headroom is ample, visibility is fine, and the fact that it’s pretty short inspires you to squeeze into that questionable parking space.

This real-world versatility is a large part of the Fit’s singular charm, but it’s only one aspect. Few cars will run laps in the 90-degree heat without fail, then carry you a thousand miles in relative comfort, all for about a hundred dollars in gas.

Honda Fit cornering action — At some of the first track days in the car, I felt it was always lacking a little front-end bite in long, constant-radius corners.Kirk Myhre

It’s cheap, and the interior feels that way, but fun hatchbacks have always had some budget constraints baked into their formula. The Fit’s exterior has that quasi-rally styling, especially when complemented by a buzzy exhaust note and an athletic stance. The short overhangs, tasteful winglet, and 15-inch wheels mine rolls on give off a sort of understated look that appeals to the incognito car fan. I’m fairly sure of this, because a serious cyclist wrapped in Lycra once raised a thumb and chirped, “Cool car, man.” It’s not often you get any car-related compliment from cyclists, much less after you’ve just buzzed by them.

The Fit is more than a cost-effective hatch with sporting pretensions, however, and its surprising surefootedness will impress anyone who likes hustling through a corner. If you don’t care about commanding an audience with the car you drive, even better. I’d presume that the underdog racer’s spirit runs through a lot of the Fit fanatics out there. The field of Fit drivers in Gridlife’s Sundae Cup would suggest as much.

Honda Fit tracking at Laguna Seca — Even at Laguna Seca, where some power goes a long way, the anemic motor was easy to ignore when the handling was so good.Trevor Ryan/Purpose Built Media

In capable hands, the Fit can carry impressive cornering speeds and stop over fairly short distances. Coupled with renowned reliability and low running costs, the cars have created a sizable following of fans who emphasize maximum seat time at the track. I’ve tracked this car about a half-dozen times now, and I’ve never had to do anything other than check the oil halfway through the day.

Tommy Parry Honda Fit Track side — Kirk Myhre

When you can cruise to the track while sipping a gallon every 37 miles, unload, and rip around a racetrack without a worry, the track day becomes a casual affair. In a worst-case situation, the motors cost a few hundred bucks, and the car’s history in rollovers is encouraging.

On the Pace, off the Pace: It’s Peace That Counts

Those qualities allow for an unusual peace of mind prior to a track event. I slept well, breezed through an unrushed morning, and with a set of track wheels keeping me company on the two-hour drive north, I watched the economy bar beneath the tach; adjusting my foot a few millimeters to hit that sweet spot between nearing 40 mpg and losing all forward drive. This is a way to keep the long drives challenging, incidentally.

After pulling off I-5, I took in the rolling golden hills between the highway and the track. The scenery put me at ease, yet I felt some of the competitive juices start to flow once I saw that big billboard for Thunderhill’s sponsors appear after I crested the last hill. I suppose some of that was inevitable.

Dito Milian

I arrived 10 minutes before my session began, and event lead Rob Luis went over the basic passing procedures before ushering me into the clubhouse to sign the relevant releases. After jogging back to my car, I flung the few things from the trunk out into my pit stall, fitted my track wheels, double-checked the fluids, and torque-checked the lug nuts. Even with the time crunch, I can’t say I was stressed.

Tommy Parry Honda Fit Track lean — Track Night in America makes it so you can get a half-day’s work done, go have fun, and have something to tell your coworkers about the next day.Dito Milian/gotbluemilk

On the track, I could place the car where I wanted it, expect a specific response with every input, and feel the car was in stride with me. That’s the most any honest driver wants from a car—a machine that dances happily with its human. And all it took to transform the Fit from frumpy econobox to hot hatch was the right set of mid-range shocks, sticky tires, and a few other minor mods—let’s say about $3000 in total.

The basic idea behind modifying the Fit was to see, if possible, what a small assortment of moderately priced parts could do to help sharpen it without compromising too much of its comfort. The problem I’d identified with the car on track was its persistent understeer. The street-oriented coilovers it was fitted with were just too soft, and so the car struggled to hold the ideal line in long, constant-radius corners. I learned that by increasing the rear spring rate and adding a hefty rear sway bar, I could encourage more rotation. The footage below demonstrates some of this mild push in steady-state corners.

The first order of business had been replacing the old Silvers Neomax coilovers that featured 6K (6 kilograms of force required to compress the spring 1 mm) and 3K springs front and rear, respectively, for a new set of Neomaxes with 8K springs front and rear. It made a world of difference. The torsion-beam rear end was always going to ride roughly, but the increased spring rate at the rear didn’t compromise ride quality as much as I imagined it would. In conjunction with a chunky Progress 21-mm swaybar, these balanced spring rates are all the car needed to feel easy to place, eager to rotate, and generally lively. It didn’t need to be manhandled to turn—it just did what I hoped it would. And the consistent grip from the fantastic Nankang CRS tires courtesy of Elite Performance made it the little workhorse I knew it could be. The Fit was willing to take the abuse all session—even when track temperatures topped 100 degrees Fahrenheit—and I never felt much of a drop in performance.

Finding My Feet with the Fast Ones

Even though I hadn’t been on Thunderhill East in a while, I didn’t feel out of place in the advanced group. I was off the pace, sure, but the drivers weren’t out there with the bit between their teeth.

The advanced group’s drivers are quick, competent, and often bring some big-dollar cars, but their competitiveness doesn’t run rampant. They’re not there as if they’re qualifying for a big-money race. They leave room, they watch their mirrors, and they still have to abide by point-by rules, however minimal they may be.

Even in the fastest run group, there is no open passing at TNIA. The aim of these events is to provide driving enthusiasts a place to explore the limits of their cars safely and comfortably, and without having to worry about someone dive-bombing them. Being able to focus almost entirely on what is ahead without watching your mirrors eases the pressure, especially when you’re struggling to recall the finer points of a particular track. The beauty of TNIA is that you’re able to drive in relative comfort, without being hassled, and still enjoy yourself at 8/10ths.

Tommy Parry Honda Fit track day cornering — I doubt anyone who’s been to a track day will feel worried when running with any group at TNIA.Dito Milian/gotbluemilk

Once back in the pits after my first session, I wandered around to study the selection of cars present. Some mid-range Mustangs, a few modified Miatas, a smattering of BMWs, and a few oddballs, like a conspicuously large and pedestrian Hyundai Ioniq 5N. Then I spotted a familiar face beside it. Steve Martegani, a friend I’d met at a track day earlier this year, was reclining in his foldable chair and looking fresher than I think I’d ever seen him before. I asked if he’d switched to decaf. “I didn’t wake up at five,” he said with a laugh. “I’m usually exhausted by lunch on track days, so I don’t always stay until the end.” Like me, he appreciates the easy-going schedule of TNIA and the freshness that comes with it.

Before my next session, I freshened up on some of the subtler points of Thunderhill, hoping I might find a few tenths in the Fit. I sat in on the intermediate group debriefing to see if a coach might answer a few questions. With a few pointers to put into action on track, I stiffened my shocks slightly and set out to get a better feel for this sharper version of my silly hatchback.

After my evening session came to an end, the combination of sweat, endorphins, and a low-stress track day filled me with euphoria, without the sense of relief I often feel at the end of a race day. All was well in the world, and judging by the way so many seemed to be enjoying casual post-drive banter in the pits, I figured I wasn’t alone in feeling that way.

Finally, I’d gotten this miniature minivan to handle like the little athlete in hiding I always knew it was. And I’d argue its lack of outright speed helps one focus more on having fun. I mean, not many cars that handle this well allow you to mat the throttle basically everywhere. Combined with quick steering and an agility that belies its shape, the Fit is a thoroughly enjoyable car on track, with only minor modifications.

Then I hopped on I-5 and headed south to Monterey, with Tom Waits’ Small Change coming through the speakers. In a few hours, I stopped at a hotel and slept soundly after such a low-stress, enjoyable afternoon. The next morning, I arrived at Laguna Seca to run another casual lapping day. The straights at that gorgeous track felt long, but at least I got 36 miles per gallon on the way there.

Tommy Parry Honda Fit track action — Trevor Ryan/Purpose Built Media

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Patrick Emerling Announces GOAT Power Bikes as First Partner for 2025 Season

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1 hour ago

December 18, 2025

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MOORESVILLE, NC, January 17, 2025 – NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Patrick Emerling today announced he is partnering with GOAT Power Bikes for the The LiUNA! NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on March 15, 2025.

“GOAT Power Bikes is thrilled to partner with Snow Belt MGMT to sponsor Patrick Emerling for the NASCAR Xfinity Series as the primary sponsor at Las Vegas Motor Speedway and as an associate sponsor for the 2025 season,” said GOAT Power Bikes owner Bryson Goodman. Patrick embodies the drive, precision, and passion that align perfectly with our brand values, and we’re excited to support him as he races to success this season. Together, we’re charging ahead, both on the track and beyond.”

Frequently described as “The Harley Davidson of E-Bike Brands,” GOAT Power Bikes leads the charge for building powerful, affordable, and reliable e-bikes that empower riders to conquer any terrain. GOAT’s base model bikes have a 48MPH top speed with a price point of under $2,800, making them the best bang for your buck for anything in its class.

Based in San Diego, California, GOAT Power Bikes are designed with cutting-edge technology and built for adventure. Whether navigating city streets, exploring rugged trails, or cruising along the coast, GOAT Power Bikes inspires riders to embrace the freedom of the open road and redefine their limits.

“I’m stoked to partner with GOAT,” said Emerling. “I love anything with a motor and grew up riding dirt bikes, so these e-bikes are perfect for me. I usually race on four wheels, but I’ll do it on two. GOAT’s e-bikes are incredible, and I can’t wait to introduce them to the NASCAR fanbase.”

GOAT is offering fans a 5% discount on purchases with code NASCAR.

Visit https://www.goatpowerbikes.com to see their full lineup of e-bikes.

Emerling will make an announcement on his full 2025 season plans shortly.

The LiUNA! NASCAR Xfinity Series Race (200 laps | 300 miles) is the fifth of 33 NASCAR Xfinity Series races on the 2025 schedule. Practice starts on Friday, March 14 at 3:05 p.m. immediately followed by qualifying. The field is set to take the green flag the next day at 1:30 p.m. with live coverage on The CW, the Performance Racing Network (Radio), and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90. All times are Eastern Standard Time.

For more information on Patrick Emerling, visit https://www.patrickemerlingracing.com or follow him on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/PatrickEmerling07), X (https://twitter.com/PatrickEmerling) or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/patrickemerling).

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Denny Hamlin is looking for an apology from NASCAR Channel 90 after lawsuit settlement

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3 hours ago

December 18, 2025

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“Animosity ends with accountability.”

23XI Racing and Front Row Motorsports recently settled their lawsuit against NASCAR. Post settlement, all teams will be offered to sign a new evergreen charter agreement. This will make charters permanent.

Charters are now franchises with teams sharing a portion of revenue. They also guarantee a starting position in every race for the 36 charter holders.

NASCAR lawsuit settled; Comments from both sides

Back in October 2024, Hamlin stated via X, “While censorship is a big topic in today’s media world, Channel 90 might be the poster child.”

He added, “An interview didn’t go the way they hoped after our attorney continued to state fact after fact even tho they tried their best to refute, they have since edited/deleted that interview off of their channels because the narrative doesn’t fit their beliefs. If that doesn’t convince you of the bias then nothing will.”

The settlement is a win for the sport as a whole. But, Denny Hamlin, co-owner of 23XI Racing is circling back…

Fast forward to 2025: Hamlin now expects an apology

Hamlin hasn’t forgotten about that moment from last year…

Hamlin asked Larry Mcreynolds on Tuesday, “Good morning. Now that the case is settled and the evidence is out will you or anyone on channel 90 be issuing an apology for what you all said about 23XI/FRM when the lawsuit was filed?”

“I believe it was ‘how dare them for trying to come in and change the sport. 23XI hasn’t been around long enough and FRM wasn’t good enough.’ Also how about ‘I dont know what their problem is, 13 other teams signed it.’ Just to name a few examples.”

“Well because I believe that once the actual facts and documents were released it was contradictory to the narrative that was being pushed. Larry is a very hard working analyst. Hopefully he took the time to analyze the situation post settlement and revise his thoughts.”

“Animosity ends with accountability.”

Dale Earnhardt Jr predicts a surge in the cost of NASCAR charters

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Liberty Scales Back Sponsorship of No. 24 for Second Straight Year

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3 hours ago

December 18, 2025

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Liberty University (LibertyU), one of the founding partners of William Byron’s career in NASCAR, is significantly scaling back its sponsorship of the No. 24 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet for a second consecutive year.

The educational institution, along with Hendrick Motorsports, confirmed on Wednesday that it would be sponsoring the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 of Byron in three NASCAR Cup Series events for the upcoming season — slashing in half the six-race program the school occupied in 2025.

Hey LibertyU and @TeamHendrick fans! 2025 NASCAR Cup Series regular season champion and two-time DAYTONA 500 winner @WilliamByron will be racing the LU24 Chevrolet for three races in 2026 – check out the schedule now! https://t.co/yIn7qcr2hQ pic.twitter.com/iSW6QMGa7V

— Liberty University (@LibertyU) December 17, 2025

This marks the second straight campaign that LibertyU has cut its primary sponsorship program for Byron in half, slashing its presence on the No. 24 Chevrolet to six races for 2025, after sponsoring 12 races in 2024.

Byron, the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series regular-season champion, will be carrying the colors of his long-time partner, LibertyU, at Watkins Glen International (May 10), Indianapolis Motor Speedway (July 26), and Martinsville Speedway (November 1).

Liberty University has been a major sponsorship partner of William Byron for more than a decade, adorning his racecars as he climbed through the ranks of Late Models, the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East, ARCA Menards Series, NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, and into the NASCAR Cup Series with Hendrick Motorsports, the winningest team in the history of the sport.

In his eight seasons competing full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series, William Byron has been to Victory Lane 16 times — thrice with Liberty University on board the No. 24 Chevrolet (Daytona 2020, Atlanta 2022, Texas 2023).

Between the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, and K&N Pro Series East (now ARCA Menards Series East), Byron has been to Victory Lane a total of 13 times with Liberty University serving as the primary sponsor of his racecar.

The 28-year-old driver has proven himself as a perennial championship contender in the NASCAR Cup Series, putting his No. 24 Hendrick Motorsports team into the Championship 4 in each of the last three seasons. Byron has three four top-six points finishes and five top-10 points finishes.

In addition to the three-race sponsorship for Liberty University on the No. 24 Chevrolet in 2026, William Byron will also have backing from Raptor Coatings, Valvoline, Anduril, All-Pro Auto Reconditioning, Phorm Energy, Cincinnati Inc, and Z by HP.

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How F1-Themed Slots Appeal to Racing Fans

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3 hours ago

December 18, 2025

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Formula 1 runs deeper than just Sundays at the track. For plenty of fans, the sport’s rush, fast laps, razor-edge gambles, and glitz pour into other pastimes. Lately, digital casinos have jumped in, and now F1-inspired slots are everywhere. The quick-fire spins feel like speeding laps.

Flashing car symbols, turbo bonuses, the roar of imaginary engines, developers lace it all together, aiming right at racing die-hards who want a taste of race day off the asphalt. If you ask Car Throttle, close to 40% of racing lovers say these immersive F1 themes actually make them more likely to play. Marrying speed and stakes has carved out its place among motorsport’s most passionate.

F1 Emotion Meets Slot Mechanics

Rush. Heart-thumping risk. A winner or a wipeout in seconds. Formula 1 delivers that, but so do the best slot games. A spin around the reels almost echoes a grand prix lap: anticipation, a jolt of hope, abrupt wins or letdowns. Pro Hockey News notes how F1 fans gravitate to games that channel motorsport chaos.

Suddenly, a slot’s win feels like a daring overtake, a crushing loss like a blown engine. None of it happens accidentally; game designers ramp up volatility to mirror F1’s on-the-edge energy. Most F1 slots set their risk high, reflecting not just the pace but the unpredictability that racing fans are hooked on. Every spin cranks up the tension, serving up a fresh slice of that high-stakes drama familiar from the grid.

Immersive Racing Design Attracts New Players

Design teams aren’t subtle; their aim is instant recognition. Online slots featuring stylized cars, helmets, or racetrack symbols aim for instant recognition. They drop players onto circuits that look suspiciously like Monaco, toss them bonus pit stop rounds, and dress up the audio in engines and cheers, like you’re trackside, but with a mouse click. Monaco backdrops. Helmets gleaming. Crowds roaring.

Even “Nitro Boost” or “Race Spin” features boost the fever, reminding fans of sudden on-track drama. F1 fans, spotting these cues, grasp the theme quickly. Now, entering the world of online slots doesn’t feel alien, especially next to games with no familiar landmarks. For those who already live for Sundays, stepping into the F1 slot lane is way less daunting than facing roulette wheels or endless columns of numbers.

Bonus Rounds Channel Race Strategy

What makes F1 slots stand out isn’t just the paintwork or the sound; they don’t just look and sound like racing; they play that way, too. Bonus rounds become mini-races. Maybe you’re asked to pick a car for a jackpot “shootout.” Possibly you gamble for multipliers, risking it all for a bigger score.

Car Throttle points out that strategic rounds, think “Pit Stops,” force you to make real choices under pressure. Some rounds crank up the risk for massive rewards, tossing in wild cards like a “Final Lap” boost. The structure starts to feel eerily familiar. It’s F1, but with every bet, the drama of the final corner is only ever one spin away.

Glamour, Volatility, and Tech Innovation

Race day glitz, velvet ropes, fancy paddocks, and champagne sprays, those luxury notes slip easily into the casino vibe. F1 slot promos often push that angle: big jackpots, slick graphics, Monaco’s neon glow. Pro Hockey News draws the parallel, Monaco as racing’s crown jewel and a gambling mecca.

Developers now push things further; new AR and VR game versions park you right on the circuit, put dashboards in your hands, and let you wander pit lane. This seems just the start. The next chapter for F1 slots is even more immersive, meant to hold fans in the fast lane well past the checkered flag.

Responsible Play for Racing Enthusiasts

All that excitement can cloud judgment. It’s easy to keep pressing for just one more spin, especially when racing thrills blend with betting. Setting limits and seeing slots strictly as a way to unwind matters. There are plenty of tools and agencies offering support if it gets overwhelming. Stay aware, and remember, the real victory is making sure the fun never slips out of control.

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$2.3 Trillion Giant Makes Stunning NASCAR Power Play With Chase Elliott for 2026

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5 hours ago

December 18, 2025

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The most popular driver in NASCAR is about to carry the colors of the most powerful streamer on the planet in a bold new way. For three races in the 2026 season, Amazon Prime Video will sponsor Chase Elliot, flashing a new color scheme for his car.

Elliott’s No. 9 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet will unveil a dramatically revised paint scheme for the 2026 season, a visual declaration of Amazon Prime Video’s deepening and aggressive stake in the sport’s future.

Which Races Will Chase Elliott Run With the Amazon Prime Livery in 2026?

Elliott is about to get a new color scheme for his car as Amazon Prime Video is sponsoring Chase Elliot for three races in the 2026 season. We will see the Amazon Prime Video on Elliott’s car next year at the Talladega, Texas, and the Dover All-Star Race.

The 2026 design shifts away from the brighter blues of the 2025 car, opting for darker, more aggressive tones. Added black accents and stronger contrast to give it a sharper, more authoritative look on track. The update deliberately distances the car from other blue-hued competitors, ensuring the $2.3 trillion tech behemoth’s rolling billboard stands utterly alone.

Amazon joined Hendrick Motorsports as a primary sponsor for Chase Elliott starting in 2025. It also became the sport’s first direct-to-consumer media partner this year. Holding roles as a team sponsor and a broadcaster at the same time raised eyebrows in the NASCAR community.

This time, on-car promotions directly precede Prime Video’s second season of broadcasting five exclusive Cup Series races, which begin with the Coca-Cola 600 on May 24. For 2026, Prime Video will again serve as a primary sponsor for Elliott in three select races, continuing a partnership that runs firmly through 2027.

The No. 9 car will first wear the updated livery at Talladega Superspeedway in late April, then at Texas Motor Speedway, with a final primary appearance at the All-Star Race at Dover Motor Speedway in mid-May.

MORE: Chase Elliott’s Long-Ignored Warning Forces NASCAR To Reconsider the Next Gen Car

Prime’s broadcast schedule also features the Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway on May 31, the FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway on June 7, and the NASCAR Cup Series race at Pocono Raceway on June 14.

Prime Video first sponsored Chase Elliott in 2025 for races at Talladega and Kansas Speedway. Like last year, these races kick off Prime Video’s five-race stretch of NASCAR Cup Series broadcasts.

The Prime broadcast schedule wraps up with the Anduril 250 during NASCAR San Diego Weekend on June 21. The event brings all three of NASCAR’s national series to Naval Base Coronado, where the drivers will tackle a unique 16-turn, 3.4-mile street circuit.

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Ironton Auto Body Challenge Set For Indoor Auto Racing

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7 hours ago

December 18, 2025

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ALLENTOWN, Pa. — When the Indoor Auto Racing Series returns to the PPL Center on January 9-10 for the ninth annual Ironton Global Allentown Indoor Races, TQ Midget drivers will once again have a chance to capture the $10,000 Ironton Auto Body Challenge by sweeping the weekend and winning both features.

In 2024, young driver Tanner VanDoren and Ryan Flores split the TQ Midget mains on the tenth-mile concrete oval. Flores won the Friday opener in 2025, but finished second Saturday to Andy Jankowiak. Although both enjoyed a successful weekend, the $10,000 sweep slipped away in Allentown.

Three weeks later, Flores got a second chance at the Ironton Auto Body bonus and redeemed himself by winning the series finale NAPA Auto Parts Gambler’s Classic inside Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall.

Thanks to renewed support from Ironton Auto Body, the possibility of a $10,000 weekend inside the PPL Center returns for a third straight year. To complete the challenge, Friday’s winner will be offered a guaranteed starting spot in Saturday’s main event — with one caveat: they must start 10th.

As a bonus for accepting the challenge, Friday’s winner will receive $1,000. Should they advance from 10th and win again on Saturday, another $4,000 bonus will be awarded. Combining the $5,000 in bonus money with Saturday’s purse will bring their total to $10,000.

If the weekend sweep isn’t accomplished, Ironton Auto Body will once again roll over a portion of the challenge to the Atlantic City Indoor Race.

With his victory in last year’s NAPA Gambler’s Classic, Flores collected $10,000, including Ironton Auto Body Challenge bonus money as well as support from the AC Sports Commission and Visit Atlantic City.

The headline TQ Midget division will be joined by Slingshots and Champ Karts, with full programs and feature events for all three classes.

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