Korner, Tonelli & Saia Score Thompson Road Race Wins 06/11/2017 THOMPSON, CT – The second season of Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park's Summer Road Race Series season kicked off on June 11 with competition for the Small Bore, Big Bore, and the two INEX points events for the Midstate Site Development (MSD) Legends Series. Jordan O'Brien, the Icebreaker Road Race Series Champion, laid down the fastest lap in qualifying for the first MSD Legends, despite having mechanical challenges during the session. He led the field to green, along with Noah Korner, who
THOMPSON, CT – The second season of Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park's Summer Road Race Series season kicked off on June 11 with competition for the Small Bore, Big Bore, and the two INEX points events for the Midstate Site Development (MSD) Legends Series. Jordan O'Brien, the Icebreaker Road Race Series Champion, laid down the fastest lap in qualifying for the first MSD Legends, despite having mechanical challenges during the session. He led the field to green, along with Noah Korner, who
Gonyaw & Williams Split Modifiedz Night Wins 06/10/2017 Stafford Speedway returned to NASCAR Whelen All-American Series racing action on Friday, June 9th with the Dunleavy's Modifiedz Night. Stafford's SK Lights took center stage with a 40-lap feature that paid over $14,000 in total posted awards while the SK Modifieds® ran an extra 10-laps in feature distance for an extra $4,000 in their purse. Taking down the biggest win of the night was Brett Gonyaw, who took the checkered flag and a pay check of over $2,700 in the 40-lap SK Light feature.
Stafford Speedway returned to NASCAR Whelen All-American Series racing action on Friday, June 9th with the Dunleavy's Modifiedz Night. Stafford's SK Lights took center stage with a 40-lap feature that paid over $14,000 in total posted awards while the SK Modifieds® ran an extra 10-laps in feature distance for an extra $4,000 in their purse. Taking down the biggest win of the night was Brett Gonyaw, who took the checkered flag and a pay check of over $2,700 in the 40-lap SK Light feature.
Mighty Ten (6-9) - This Week's Most Impressive NE Drivers 06/09/2017 None of the drivers in last week's Mighty Ten rankings made it onto the list this week. So there is a fresh field of faces this time around. Mainers seemed to dominate the list this time around. That was partially due to a number of rainouts elsewhere in New England and partially because one of the biggest touring races in New England that did take place was decided by a bump and run maneuver - which we don't typically see as very mighty. So the emphasis this time around was on the weekly
None of the drivers in last week's Mighty Ten rankings made it onto the list this week. So there is a fresh field of faces this time around. Mainers seemed to dominate the list this time around. That was partially due to a number of rainouts elsewhere in New England and partially because one of the biggest touring races in New England that did take place was decided by a bump and run maneuver - which we don't typically see as very mighty. So the emphasis this time around was on the weekly
Porsche 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series is Released 06/09/2017 The new 2018 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series Coupe from Porsche is the most powerful 911 Turbo S ever. The Coupe makes 607 horsepower and is limited to 500 units worldwide. In addition to an increase of 27 horsepower, the 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series distinguishes itself from other 911 Turbo S models with its unique design, specialty materials, and luxurious details. The sports car is being meticulously finished by hand in the new Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur at Porsche AG's headquarters in
The new 2018 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series Coupe from Porsche is the most powerful 911 Turbo S ever. The Coupe makes 607 horsepower and is limited to 500 units worldwide. In addition to an increase of 27 horsepower, the 911 Turbo S Exclusive Series distinguishes itself from other 911 Turbo S models with its unique design, specialty materials, and luxurious details. The sports car is being meticulously finished by hand in the new Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur at Porsche AG's headquarters in
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
