THROWBACK THURSDSAY-1971

THROWBACK THURSDSAY-1971

Flat Rock Speedway--up until 1974, 2 divisions of race cars were featured.   At Flat Rock Speedway, the Late Models and Figure 8's headlined the racing action. Denny Pace was the top dog in the Figure 8 class, seen here at...
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Former ARCA Communications Specialist - and Flat Rock Speedway Enduro Driver - Jackie Franzil Promoted at RCR

Former ARCA Communications Specialist - and Flat Rock Speedway Enduro Driver - Jackie Franzil Promoted at RCR

Former ARCA Menards Series communications specialist Jackie Franzil has been promoted to Director, Communications and Content at Richard Childress Racing. Franzil, originally from Dearborn Heights, Michigan, joined RCR in...
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Stan Yee 150 Driver Information Sheet

Stan Yee 150 Driver Information Sheet

STAN YEE 150 Race Information Sheet We would like to welcome you to the Stan Yee 150 at Flat Rock Speedway.  This sheet will help you prepare for one of our signature events for Outlaw Late Models. TECH - The tech shed...
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RAINS GOES AWAY, FANS PACK “THE ROCK” FOR BUS NIGHT!

RAINS GOES AWAY, FANS PACK “THE ROCK” FOR BUS NIGHT!

Flat Rock, MI—September 1, 2018: A heavy thunderstorm drenched Flat Rock Speedway Saturday night prior to the start of the Dani’s Transport School Bus Figure 8 races. A standing-room only crowd waited out the downpour and...
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BANDOLERO DRIVER JOEL SMITH CAPTURES EAST NATIONALS VICTORY

BANDOLERO DRIVER JOEL SMITH CAPTURES EAST NATIONALS VICTORY

You’ve all seen Joel Smith at Flat Rock Speedway in his #24 Bandolero car.  Joel, at just 10 years old, ventured to Charlotte Motor Speedway recently and won the Bandolero East Nationals. A resident of Temperance, MI, Joel...
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Dunwell Dry Goods School Bus Figure 8 SOLD OUT

Dunwell Dry Goods School Bus Figure 8 SOLD OUT

Flat Rock Speedway has officially announced that the Dunwell Dry Goods School Bus Figure 8 is SOLD OUT for Saturday, June 14. Thank you race fans for your support of this incredible event! ...
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Diversified Excavating Announced as Title Sponsor for JEGS/CRA All Stars Tour & ASA/CRA Super Series 125 at Flat Rock Speedway

Diversified Excavating Announced as Title Sponsor for JEGS/CRA All Stars Tour & ASA/CRA Super Series 125 at Flat Rock Speedway

Flat Rock, MI: Flat Rock Speedway is proud to announce Diversified Excavating as the official title sponsor for the highly anticipated JEGS/CRA All Stars Tour & ASA/CRA Super Series 125, set to take place on Saturday,...
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Driver Bulletin: June 2, 2025

Driver Bulletin: June 2, 2025

Driver Bulletin: 6/2/2025 Tire Sales Week day tire sales will not take place this Friday June 6th. Tires will be available when the pit gates open at 3:30pm. Tires will still be available to purchase Thursday June...
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Enviro Metals Street Stock Double Dash Race Recap

Enviro Metals Street Stock Double Dash Race Recap

An energetic crowd and cool spring weather set the stage for a spectacular night of short track racing as Flat Rock Speedway hosted its inaugural Enviro Metals Street Stock Double Dash, featuring twin 50-lap features for the...
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Trackside Tidbits, Debi Domby

Trackside Tidbits, Debi Domby

Trackside Tidbits, Debi Domby If I spelled something wrong, let me know. I use a transcription app and normally it’s correct, but sometimes it will spell names wrong. I love hearing from the teams, so send me a few...
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Trophies Revealed for The Enviro Metals Street Stock Double Dash

Trophies Revealed for The Enviro Metals Street Stock Double Dash

Flat Rock, MI: Flat Rock Speedway officials are excited to reveal the trophies created by Sylvan Studio for the Enviro Metals Street Stock Double Dash. The first of its kind event for the DTS Drive Train Specialists Street...
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DTS Drive Train Specialists Joy Fair 100 Race Recap

DTS Drive Train Specialists Joy Fair 100 Race Recap

One of the most highly anticipated Moran Chevrolet Outlaw Super Late Model races of the season, the DTS Drive Train Specialists Joy Fair 100 was highlighted by exciting racing and a bucket list victory for New Boston's Paul...
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Joy Fair 100 Shirt Available Saturday Only!

Joy Fair 100 Shirt Available Saturday Only!

Saturday EXCLUSIVE: As a part of Saturday's DTS Drive Train Specialists Joy Fair 100, we'll have a special shirt now for sale at the Flat Rock Speedway souvenir stand. Get your tickets for the Joy Fair...
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Driver Bulletin: 5/22/2025

Driver Bulletin: 5/22/2025

Driver Bulletin: 5/22/2025 Joy Fair 100 Event Information: Outlaw Super Late Models There will be a drivers meeting at 3:45 pm on Saturday. Driver introductions will take place in front of the grandstands. The same format...
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East Series points leader Isaac Kitzmiller is following in his father Jason’s footsteps

East Series points leader Isaac Kitzmiller is following in his father Jason’s footsteps

By Brandon White www.arcaracing.com May 15, 2025 As a development driver, Isaac Kitzmiller knows this weekend will serve as a preview of what to expect over the next couple years. The current ARCA Menards Series...
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Motor City Madness Delivered Thrills and Emotional Comebacks

Motor City Madness Delivered Thrills and Emotional Comebacks

Flat Rock, MI - The Public Service Credit Union Motor City Madness lived up to its name this past Saturday. The R&M Recycling Figure 8 division had their biggest race of the season which was won by veteran driver Billy...
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OFF-SEASON PROJECTS UNDERWAY AT FLAT ROCK

OFF-SEASON PROJECTS UNDERWAY AT FLAT ROCK

Crews are at work on several projects at Flat Rock Speedway, trying to get as much done as possible before the snow flies! Track staff members Frank Bockstanz and Bill Schneider are seen digging a trench in the parking lot at...
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2019 ARCA LATE MODEL GOLD CUP DATES SET

2019 ARCA LATE MODEL GOLD CUP DATES SET

Toledo, Ohio—December 4, 2018: The race dates for the 2019 outlaw-bodied ARCA Late Model Gold Cup Series have been set. ARCA’s 2 short tracks-Flat Rock, MI and Toledo, OH Speedway, will each host three (3) Gold Cup events...
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RACING-RAIN-FIREWORKS AT FLAT ROCK-RAIN LOSES

RACING-RAIN-FIREWORKS AT FLAT ROCK-RAIN LOSES

Flat Rock, MI—July 6, 2019: Mother Nature once again tried its best to stop the action at Flat Rock Speedway Saturday night for the Firecracker 150 and Monroe Superstore Fireworks show. A pair of rain delays slowed things,...
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"One Crazy Lady" Stephanie Bradley Talks about Racing with the Motor City Madmen at Flat Rock Speedway on WDET

"One Crazy Lady" Stephanie Bradley Talks about Racing with the Motor City Madmen at Flat Rock Speedway on WDET

There have been several female drivers in the long history of racing at Flat Rock Speedway, but few have had the staying power of Stephanie Bradley. Fewer still have gone up against the "Motor City Madmen" in the track's...
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KIDS POWER WHEELS DERBY DATES AT TOLEDO JULY 26, FLAT ROCK AUG. 3

KIDS POWER WHEELS DERBY DATES AT TOLEDO JULY 26, FLAT ROCK AUG. 3

Both Toledo and Flat Rock Speedways are getting ready for the Kids Power Wheels Derby! The highly-popular battery-powered machines will battle on the track at Toledo Friday evening, July 26 and Saturday night, August 3 at...
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HEAT, THEN RAIN FLOODS FLAT ROCK

HEAT, THEN RAIN FLOODS FLAT ROCK

The extreme heat warning for our area brought on the postponement of Saturday’s July 20 show at Flat Rock Speedway. Track officials made the announcement around 12:30 p.m. Friday afternoon. If that wasn’t enough, Mother...
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TRACKSIDE TIDBITS

TRACKSIDE TIDBITS

Trackside Tidbits, by Debi Domby  Since my last Trackside Tidbit article there’s been a theme going on with five first time winners (four feature and a heat winner). Congrats!!!! Greg Stilwell Jr. won his first feature...
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FLAT ROCK SCHOOL BUS RACE TICKET UPDATE

FLAT ROCK SCHOOL BUS RACE TICKET UPDATE

A standing-room only to sold-out crowd is expected for Saturday’s Dani’s Transport School Bus Figure 8 race at Flat Rock Speedway. The ticket pre-sale has been solid; the reserved seating is gone. There are approximately 1500...
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ENDURO CROWN TO BE DECIDED AT FLAT ROCK SATURDAY!

ENDURO CROWN TO BE DECIDED AT FLAT ROCK SATURDAY!

Flat Rock, MI--Saturday, September 7 is the final race of the season at Flat Rock Speedway. The Vault Antiques and Treasures Enduro Series will decide their 2019 championship in the 250 lap race. The ARCA DTS Drive Train...
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THE VAULT TO SPONSOR FACTORY STOCK, ENDURO DIVISIONS

THE VAULT TO SPONSOR FACTORY STOCK, ENDURO DIVISIONS

Toledo, Ohio—February 11, 2019: The Vault Antiques and Treasures store of Toledo has agreed to become the new title sponsor of the ARCA Factory Stock and Enduro classes at Toledo and Flat Rock Speedways for the 2019 racing...
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KIDS NIGHT SATURDAY AT FLAT ROCK!!!!
CNV ENTERPRISES SCHOOL BUS FIGURE 8 RACE SATURDAY!
OUTSTANDING RACING AND ENTERTAINMENT THRILLS FLAT ROCK CROWD

OUTSTANDING RACING AND ENTERTAINMENT THRILLS FLAT ROCK CROWD

September 4, 2021:   A sold out, standing-room only crowd jammed Flat Rock Speedway Saturday night for the CNV Enterprises School Bus Figure 8 races.  The final race of the 2021 season at “The Rock” saw a variety of events to...
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CARSON HOCEVAR LEADS VANDOORN 125 ENTRIES AT FLAT ROCK

CARSON HOCEVAR LEADS VANDOORN 125 ENTRIES AT FLAT ROCK

Flat Rock, MI—He’s won the Glass City 100 at Toledo, the Winchester 400.last season at the age of 17.  Now 18 years old, he just won the Money in the Bank 150 at Berlin Raceway, and, oh, by the way, he has a part-time ride...
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