Remembering "Bad Jess" Austin

Remembering "Bad Jess" Austin

“Bad” Jess Austin, who drove his familiar #36 in the ARCA Late Model division at Flat Rock Speedway in the 1960s and 1970s, passed away Oct. 5 2019 at the age of 84 after a long illness which moved him from his home into...
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MORAN CHEVY CONTINUES FLAT ROCK LATE MODEL SPONSORSHIP

MORAN CHEVY CONTINUES FLAT ROCK LATE MODEL SPONSORSHIP

Flat Rock, Michigan—December 10, 2019:  Moran Chevrolet has agreed to return as the title sponsor of the ARCA Flat Rock Speedway Outlaw Super Late Model division and has also renewed its support for the ARCA Outlaw Super Late...
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KEN SCHRADER AT WHEEL OF VORE’S COMPACT SATURDAY AT FLAT ROCK

KEN SCHRADER AT WHEEL OF VORE’S COMPACT SATURDAY AT FLAT ROCK

It will be a weekend of firsts at Flat Rock Speedway this Saturday and Sunday, June 15-16. The Vore’s Compact Touring Series, featuring front-wheel drive cars, will make their first-ever appearance at the track Saturday...
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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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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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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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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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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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Trophy Revealed for Public Service Credit Union Motor City Madness 50 Lapper

Trophy Revealed for Public Service Credit Union Motor City Madness 50 Lapper

Flat Rock, MI: The Public Service Credit Union Motor City Madness trophy was revealed today at the Public Service Credit Union location in Flat Rock. For the first time, the event has featured the colors of Public Service...
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It's Raceday at Flat Rock Speedway!

It's Raceday at Flat Rock Speedway!

Get ready, race fans! The 2025 season at Flat Rock Speedway kicks off with USA Insulation Opening Day at 4:00 PM today. Be among the first to witness the action on our newly repaved track! Enjoy high-octane races...
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HOMETOWN HERO USA INSULATION GIVEAWAY COMES TO FLAT ROCK AND TOLEDO

HOMETOWN HERO USA INSULATION GIVEAWAY COMES TO FLAT ROCK AND TOLEDO

This summer at Flat Rock and Toledo Speedways, USA Insulation is bringing their Hometown Hero Insulation Giveaway road program to select races during the 2025 racing season. Since 2018, the Hometown Hero Insulation...
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Driver Bulletin: March 25, 2025

Driver Bulletin: March 25, 2025

Driver Bulletin 3-25-2025 THANK YOU to Moran Chevrolet (Outlaw Super Late Models), DTS Drive Train Specialists (Street Stocks), R & M Recycling (Figure 8s) and Salenbien Trucking & Excavating (Late Model Sportsman)...
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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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TRACKSIDE TIDBITS

TRACKSIDE TIDBITS

Trackside Tidbits by Debi Domby          Week 7    Rob Moore Jr won his first Street Stock 100 on his fourth try. His previous best was 13th. “Wow what a day/night!! First off, I can’t thank my dad and Dan Dow enough for...
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FLAT ROCK CROWD ROCKS FOR THE BUSES, STOCK CARS

FLAT ROCK CROWD ROCKS FOR THE BUSES, STOCK CARS

Flat Rock, MI—July 3, 2021:  The huge crowd was in the holiday mood Saturday night at Flat Rock Speedway for School Bus Figure 8 Night.  Jack Franzil scored the bus win, while Eric Lee captured the ARCA Moran Chevrolet Outlaw...
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IT'S HERE!  SCHOOL BUS FIGURE 8 RACE AT FLAT ROCK!

IT'S HERE! SCHOOL BUS FIGURE 8 RACE AT FLAT ROCK!

FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY TIME SCHEDULE Saturday, July 3: School Bus Figure 8 Race Plus Boat Figure 8, Flag Pole race, and the ARCA Moran Chevrolet Outlaw Super Late Models, ARCA...
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