Alexander Hopes to Continue Winning Ways at Showdown 06/08/2017 For several drivers who plan to race in the inaugural New England Short Track Showdown presented by ARBodies, the event that is scheduled for June 30th-July 1st will mark the first time that they race on the property of the famed New Hampshire Motor Speedway. That is not the case for Wyatt Alexander - who will drive the #96 entry in the Granite State Pro Stock Series feature race. Not only has the 18-year-old Ellsworth, Maine native already raced on two of the three tracks at the massive NHMS
For several drivers who plan to race in the inaugural New England Short Track Showdown presented by ARBodies, the event that is scheduled for June 30th-July 1st will mark the first time that they race on the property of the famed New Hampshire Motor Speedway. That is not the case for Wyatt Alexander - who will drive the #96 entry in the Granite State Pro Stock Series feature race. Not only has the 18-year-old Ellsworth, Maine native already raced on two of the three tracks at the massive NHMS
Dunleavy's Modifiedz Night Offers Prizes for Fans & Teams 06/08/2017 When the green flag flies for the June 9th Dunleavy's Modifiedz Night at Stafford Speedway, the SK Light division will be racing 40-laps for over $14,000 in total posted awards, and the SK Modified® division will race 50-laps for an extra $4,000 in purse. But those aren't the only bonuses that will be up for grabs. Following the completion of each feature event during the night, the top-3 finishing drivers will each pick a winner out of the Dunleavy's Pick of the Hat. All modified drivers who
When the green flag flies for the June 9th Dunleavy's Modifiedz Night at Stafford Speedway, the SK Light division will be racing 40-laps for over $14,000 in total posted awards, and the SK Modified® division will race 50-laps for an extra $4,000 in purse. But those aren't the only bonuses that will be up for grabs. Following the completion of each feature event during the night, the top-3 finishing drivers will each pick a winner out of the Dunleavy's Pick of the Hat. All modified drivers who
Subaru Announces Two New Performance Models 06/08/2017 Subaru of America, Inc. has announced two new performance models: the 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA and 2018 Subaru BRZ tS. Both are performance focused derivatives engineered by Subaru Tecnica International, Inc. specifically for driving enthusiasts. Each vehicle is limited to 500 units and vehicles will arrive at Subaru retailers in early 2018. WRX STI Type RA The RA designation stands for “Record Attempt” and has been applied to various Subaru performance models. The original venture took
Subaru of America, Inc. has announced two new performance models: the 2018 Subaru WRX STI Type RA and 2018 Subaru BRZ tS. Both are performance focused derivatives engineered by Subaru Tecnica International, Inc. specifically for driving enthusiasts. Each vehicle is limited to 500 units and vehicles will arrive at Subaru retailers in early 2018. WRX STI Type RA The RA designation stands for “Record Attempt” and has been applied to various Subaru performance models. The original venture took
Payea Picks Up Sponsor for Thunder Road ACT Race 06/08/2017 The #37 RPM Motorsports team with driver Scott Payea has picked up a new sponsor for this weekend's ACT Late Model event at Thunder Road Speedbowl (VT). In what could be considered a natural fit for a Vermont team with a Vermont driver racing at a Vermont track, the #37 will feature the livery of Georgia Mountain Maples for this race. Payea is the most recent winner on the ACT Late Model Tour, having been awarded the victory in the May event at Devil's Bowl Speedway (VT). Here is a statement
The #37 RPM Motorsports team with driver Scott Payea has picked up a new sponsor for this weekend's ACT Late Model event at Thunder Road Speedbowl (VT). In what could be considered a natural fit for a Vermont team with a Vermont driver racing at a Vermont track, the #37 will feature the livery of Georgia Mountain Maples for this race. Payea is the most recent winner on the ACT Late Model Tour, having been awarded the victory in the May event at Devil's Bowl Speedway (VT). Here is a statement
Big Opportunities Available For PASS Racers At Oxford 06/08/2017 Following a rainout last weekend in Canada at Speedway 660, the Pro All Stars Series (PASS) North Super Late Models will get an extra shot this weekend at trying to figure out the tricky Oxford Plains Speedway. The Super Late Models will be in action for a local show on Saturday night which will feature defending Oxford 250 winner, Wayne Helliwell, Jr. in his first start of the year. Then on Sunday, an international cast of drivers will have another opportunity to get locked into August's
Following a rainout last weekend in Canada at Speedway 660, the Pro All Stars Series (PASS) North Super Late Models will get an extra shot this weekend at trying to figure out the tricky Oxford Plains Speedway. The Super Late Models will be in action for a local show on Saturday night which will feature defending Oxford 250 winner, Wayne Helliwell, Jr. in his first start of the year. Then on Sunday, an international cast of drivers will have another opportunity to get locked into August's
Next Audi A8 Luxury Sedan Will Be a Mild Hybrid 06/08/2017 The new Audi A8 is advancing electrification on a broad front. In the next model generation, the flagship will for the first time feature an electrified powertrain as standard. To that end, the combustion engines will be equipped with mild hybrid technology. What this means for the customer is refined running and enhanced performance, coupled with greater efficiency. The basis is the 48-volt electrical system, which features for the first time in the new Audi A8 as the primary electrical system.
The new Audi A8 is advancing electrification on a broad front. In the next model generation, the flagship will for the first time feature an electrified powertrain as standard. To that end, the combustion engines will be equipped with mild hybrid technology. What this means for the customer is refined running and enhanced performance, coupled with greater efficiency. The basis is the 48-volt electrical system, which features for the first time in the new Audi A8 as the primary electrical system.
Mazda Announces a Pair of Recalls For the RX-8 06/08/2017 Mazda North America Operations has announced that it is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RX-8 vehicles. Heat from the engine and the exhaust may cause the main fuel pump pipe to crack. If the fuel pump pipe cracks, fuel may leak, increasing the risk of a fire. There have been no reports of accidents or injuries. Approximately 69,447 vehicles are affected. Mazda North American Operations also announced that it is recalling certain 2004 RX-8 vehicles. The ball joint socket on the front
Mazda North America Operations has announced that it is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 RX-8 vehicles. Heat from the engine and the exhaust may cause the main fuel pump pipe to crack. If the fuel pump pipe cracks, fuel may leak, increasing the risk of a fire. There have been no reports of accidents or injuries. Approximately 69,447 vehicles are affected. Mazda North American Operations also announced that it is recalling certain 2004 RX-8 vehicles. The ball joint socket on the front
Logano To Be Part of "Drivers Only" XFinity Series Telecast 06/08/2017 Editor's Note - Joey Logano is a native New Englander who is from Middletown, CT. CHARLOTTE, NC – FOX Sports makes national sports broadcasting history this weekend at Pocono Raceway with its “Drivers Only” NASCAR XFINITY SERIES race telecast Saturday, June 10 at 1:00 PM ET on FOX. In what is believed to be the first time a nationally televised sporting event has been called entirely by active athletes currently competing in that sport, FOX’s on-air line-up features 2014 champion Kevin Harvick
Editor's Note - Joey Logano is a native New Englander who is from Middletown, CT. CHARLOTTE, NC – FOX Sports makes national sports broadcasting history this weekend at Pocono Raceway with its “Drivers Only” NASCAR XFINITY SERIES race telecast Saturday, June 10 at 1:00 PM ET on FOX. In what is believed to be the first time a nationally televised sporting event has been called entirely by active athletes currently competing in that sport, FOX’s on-air line-up features 2014 champion Kevin Harvick
New England Forest Rally To Invade Northern NE in July 06/08/2017 team o-neilBethel, ME JUNE 2017 – The New England Forest Rally (NEFR) is an annual two-day stage rally race taking place on the back roads and logging roads of Western Maine and Northern New Hampshire on July 21-22, 2017. Competitors come from across the US, Canada, and beyond to drive street legal vehicles on high-speed competitive stages held on temporarily closed roads. Residents and visitors to the region may also see these cars travelling on public roads, observing posted speed limits to
team o-neilBethel, ME JUNE 2017 – The New England Forest Rally (NEFR) is an annual two-day stage rally race taking place on the back roads and logging roads of Western Maine and Northern New Hampshire on July 21-22, 2017. Competitors come from across the US, Canada, and beyond to drive street legal vehicles on high-speed competitive stages held on temporarily closed roads. Residents and visitors to the region may also see these cars travelling on public roads, observing posted speed limits to
