Driver Bulletin: March 4, 2024
Driver Bulletin: March 4, 2024
March 4, 2024, Bulletin:
THANK YOU to Moran Chevrolet (Outlaw Super Late Models), DTS Drive Train Specialists (Street Stocks), R & M Recycling (Figure 8s), Salenbien Trucking & Excavating (Late Model Sportsman) and Safety Kleen (Factory Stocks & Factory Stock 500 Series) for their continued sponsorship! We will be announcing additional sponsorships as they are secured.
Tire News:
Pricing will remain the same for all divisions.
There has been a change since the previous announcement in January regarding the Outlaw Super Late Model Tire Program for the 2024 season. After discussions with Hoosier, the OSLM class will be running 3035s on the left side and ST2 on the right side. If you have 3045s, they will be permitted during practice days and the May 4th and May 11th races. On May 25th for the Joy Fair Memorial 100, ALL teams must be on 3035s and ST2 tires.
Tires will be available to purchase on (Thursday, April 11). Flat Rock office will be open on (Wednesday, April 10)
All classes will be permitted to buy 4 tires for pre-season practices and 4 tires the week of each race they are scheduled for. This now includes the classes running the D800s.
T3 tire scanning will still be utilized for the 2024 season.
New Heat Points System: The fast qualifier for each division will receive 15 points (Same as 2023). Then the heat race will be:
- 20
- 15
- 10
all starters will receive 5 points.
Feature points will remain the same (Same as 2023)
ATTENTION FIGURE 8s, New Event for 2024: On Saturday, May 11, The Motor City Madness 50 lap Figure-8. $1000 to win $150 to start.
Flat Rock Practice Dates: Practice dates will be on April 13 and April 27. Show up to run laps and get your car teched, we will not wait for you on opening day. Pit gates will open at 9:30 a.m. on track activity (noon – 4 p.m.).
Toledo Practice Day: Friday, April 19 will be the practice day for Toledo. Pit gates will open at 2 p.m. (There will be a USAC only portion from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. After that it will be a rotation from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
Flat Rock Start Times: May 4 and May 11 shows will be 4p.m. start times and night racing will start on May 18. Start time for Toledo on April 20 is 3 p.m.
New Race Director Announced: For the 2024 season Jason Sanderson will return as the primary race director for Flat Rock and Toledo Speedways.
2024 Season Passes: The 2024 Season Pass hard cards are now available to purchase. They are available on the website under the “Purchase Tickets” button. If you want reserved seats at Flat Rock with your season pass, call the speedway office at 734-782-2480 or 419-727-1100.
W9 News: Starting in 2024 you will no longer need to submit a W9 form. UNLESS you have an address change, or the payment will be going to someone else. If you are a new driver or did not race with us in 2023 you will need to fill out a W9. They are available under the racer info tab on the website.
FiveStar: is continuing their contingency program and product certificate. Thank you to Five Star for supporting our racers!
CAR NUMBERS: If you are new to our tracks, or are changing divisions or looking at changing numbers, give Brandon a call at 734-782-2480 or 419-727-1100.
The 2024 ARCA membership forms are now available. They are posted on each of the track’s home page under the Racer Info. tab. *There is a separate membership document for Minors that includes the minor’s release and waiver also in that document. Please be sure to fill out the entire application.
Flat Rock Pit Pads: Pit pad rental forms are now available. Cost will remain the same. Form will be posted under racer information tab on home page.
The ARCA Factory Stock/Enduro division: The division will take a new direction for the 2024 season with the creation of the “Factory Stock 500” Series, a group of 5-100 lap contests; four events at Flat Rock Speedway and a single 100 lap sprint at Toledo Speedway. Each of these 5 races will be run under the Enduro style race format.
More information regarding the Factory Stock 500 Series: https://www.flatrockspeedway.com/articles/2018041-introducing-the-new-arca-factory-stock-500-series
1099s: 2023 1099 forms have been mailed. If there are any corrections to be made please contact us immediately.
2024 Schedules: Printable version available under 2024 Schedules tab on home page.
Pocket Schedules will be available in this month.
GROUP FUNDRAISER INFORMATION! For your school, church, non-profit, club, charity—sell tickets to a race! GREAT alternative to selling candy and magazines! Call the tracks for more information today! Example: Sell a $15 ticket and YOUR group keeps $10 per ticket sold!
*We are also searching for groups or individuals to assist us in staffing the concession stands at each track for the 2024 season. Call for more information.
We are in need for a cook at Flat Rock for the 2024 season. If you are interested or know someone who is have them contact Brandon at 419-727-1100.
Next bulletin will be in April.