Flat Rock Speedway

TOLEDO OH (11-29-07)--It's back! Want to be a race car driver, run some practice laps, qualify against the clock and compete in a feature event? Well, the opportunity is now real as Flat Rock and Toledo Speedway management will once again offer an ARCA 4 Cylinder race car for rent for the upcoming 2008 season.

The program was offered in 2005 and was very popular at both venues. The decision was made to sell the cars, creating several new competitors in the class for the 2006 season and into 2007. Only 1 race car will be available for the 2008 year, but it's a good one!

The tracks have purchased the #22 car from Dave Tanner Racing. In fact, the car won a feature contest in 2006. "It is a top-notch, first-class 4 Cylinder race car," noted Scott Schultz, General Manager of both tracks. "The car is very clean and runs great. Our first shot at renting cars a couple of years ago was a great success and helped the class grow, but the cars required a lot of work. This car is ready to go right now. It was absolutely the best avenue available for us in terms of putting the rental car program back on the track."

The car will rent for $300 per race. The driver is recommended to provide his or hers own personal safety equipment per ARCA rules. However, these items can be provided by the tracks at the driver's request. ARCA members will have the pit pass fee included in their rental fee; non-members will be required to purchase a $30 pit credential for the day of their event.

The division competes at both Flat Rock and Toledo on various dates. The 2008 schedule for both tracks is expected to include 15-18 events total for the 4 Cylinder class. The new schedules will be released prior to the upcoming holiday season.

Bookings will be taken on a first-come, first-serve basis after January 1. Interested parties should call the Toledo track office at 419-727-1100. The Flat Rock track office is closed for the season.

Season tickets and $25 gift cards are now on sale for those looking for that special Christmas gift for the racer in your family! The leather/wool ARCA/Flat Rock/Toledo jacket can also be purchased for $275 each. The order form may be downloaded off the ARCA website or call the Toledo track office.