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DeMaggio Captures Bob's Car Wash 100 at Flat Rock
Flat Rock, MI (8-2-2008)-- A picture-perfect evening was the setting for the Bob’s Car Wash 100 at Flat Rock Speedway Saturday night for the ARCA Greater Detroit Auto Auction Street Stock class. Wyandotte, MI driver Randy DeMaggio held back a great bid by Dan Ford Jr. to win the contest, which was completed in just 42 minutes. Lonnie York took the 40 lap B Main, Jeremy Miller grabbed the wild Figure 8 race and the duo of Howard Kelley Jr. and Tom O’Leary III were the victors in the Figure 8 Train race.
...Dupuis Notches Mt. Dew 250 At Flat Rock
Final Enduro Now Set Aug 29th.
Flat Rock, MI (8-3-2008)-- Veteran Tristan Dupuis made it 2 in a row after capturing the Mt. Dew 250 lap Enduro at Flat Rock Speedway on a bright, sunny Sunday afternoon. Mike Bershback topped the field in the 25 lap ARCA David’s Jewelry 4 Cylinder main event.
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Bulletin: ARCA Flat Rock Speedway Late Model Teams
Flat Rock, MI (8-4-2008)-- Just to update you on the remainder of the 2008 schedule;
Your next race is Saturday, August 16 (Autograph Night). Pits open at 1:30, practice at 3, time trials 4:30, autographs at 6:15, racing at 7. (Schedule moved up ½ hour as usual for Autograph session).
This race will be an impound race—the notice was posted on the payoff window July 26 (150 lap event) for those of you that did not see it. Read More for additional information.
Trackside Tidbits by Debi Domby
Randy DeMaggio took the lead on lap 21 and spent the remainder of the 100-lap feature battling with someone or the other. He won what was probably the biggest race of his racing career when he was victorious in the Street Stock 100-lap feature Saturday night.
...Rain Hits Flat Rock Again
Flat Rock, MI (8-9-2008)-- Flat Rock Speedway suffered yet another rainout, as the Lakeshore Utility Trailer Night fell victim to the elements. All of qualifying was completed, as the Buckeye Super Sprints, Flat Rock’s Figure 8’s, Street Stocks, 4 Cylinders all time trialed before the rain. The Michigan Legends were also on hand for the big 5 division program.
The rain began at the end of qualifying at 6:25 p.m. and the track was just about ready to go when another rain hit the track at 7:45 p.m., ending the racing card.
More details will be available tomorrow.
...Rain Hits Flat Rock Again; Autograph Night August 16
FLAT ROCK, MI: (8-10-08): For the fourth time in the last eight Saturday events, Flat Rock Speedway suffered yet another cancellation of its race card. The Lakeshore Utility Trailer Sales-sponsored event of August 9, featuring the Buckeye Super Sprints, Michigan Legends and the track's weekly ARCA Street Stocks, Figure 8's and 4 Cylinders fell victim to the rain. A total of 105 cars were on hand.
...Racer's Reunion and Autograph Night at Flat Rock Speedway this Saturday
Action-Packed Night at Flat Rock
Flat Rock, MI (8-16-2008)-- There was activity both on and off the track on a perfect day weather-wise Saturday night at Flat Rock Speedway, as “The Rock” hosted the Sterling Printing and Graphics/Leppen Chiropractic Autograph Night. Fans were treated by Flat Rock’s race teams to candy, photos and treats during the on-track autograph session prior to the race program. Feature winners for the night were Eric Lee, Billy Earley, Mike Jaynes and Larry Smouthers Jr.
...Attention Figure 8 and Street Stock Teams
Flat Rock Speedway has found a source to take your discarded Hoosier Sportsman tires. They may be dropped off at the track Saturday night or during the week; please check in at the office before doing so on weekdays. The track, as previously announced, is also taking Late Model tires of compounds 3035, 3045, F-45 and F-56.
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Pelletier-Miller-Ford Jr.-Chartrand Flat Rock Winners
Flat Rock, MI (8-23-2008)-- With temperatures in the 90’s and humidity to match, there was extra flavor added to Saturday night’s Stoney Creek Auto Parts Kids Night at Flat Rock Speedway. Over 500 kids were in attendance to take advantage of the track’s free admission, hot dog, chips and a drink for kids 14 and under. On the track, the action was sometimes wild and extremely entertaining and exciting. Paul Pelletier, Jeremy Miller, Dan Ford Jr. and Steve Chartrand were feature winners. Kevin Butzin of Stoney Creek, who also competed in the Late Model class, made trophy presentations to the victors. The entire race card was completed at 9:45 p.m.
...Flat Rock Speedway Upcoming Weekend Schedule
Flat Rock, MI (8-23-2008)--
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Trackside Tidbits by Debi Domby
Local Hockey Legend Nick Vitucci to Race at Flat Rock Speedway Friday Night
FLAT ROCK MI (8-28-08)--Local hockey legend Nick Vitucci, a member of the ECHL Hall of Fame, will make his auto racing debut at Flat Rock Speedway on Friday Night. Vitucci will compete in Flat Rock Speedway's popular David's Jewelry 4-Cylinder division as part of the track's Aquafina Enduro 250 night.
...Dailey Takes Thrilling Aquafina 250 Enduro at Flat Rock; Snares Championship
Flat Rock, MI (8-29-2008)-- Howell, MI driver Michael Dailey pulled off the “Daily Double” in outstanding fashion Friday night at Flat Rock Speedway, pulling off the upset win by .12 of a second to win the Aquafina 250 lap Enduro race and in the process sewed up the 2008 Flat Rock Enduro championship. Matt Brazeau took the 25 lap ARCA David’s Jewelry 4 Cylinder race in front of a good crowd.
...Whisman Flat Rock Figure 8 King For 2008
Flat Rock, MI (8-30-2008)-- Dennis “The Rebel” Whisman delivered Saturday night at Flat Rock Speedway, taking the ARCA Speedway Bar and Grille Figure 8 25 lap Championship feature and capturing the 2008 Flat Rock track championship in the process. Chris Benson, Rob Moore and Jim Selmi were also feature winners on a perfect night for racing.
...FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY SEPT. 6, 2008 CHAMPIONSHIP NIGHT INFORMATION
| Pits: 1:30 p.m. | |
| Practice: 3 p.m. | |
| Time trials: 5 | |
| Racing: 7 p.m. | |
| ORDER OF EVENTS | |
| 3 p.m. | Practice (Rotation) |
| 5 p.m. | Time trials |
| 7 p.m. | LM last-chance (if necessary) |
| SS A, B heats | |
| 4 Cylinder heats | |
| *Crews to infield | |
| LM feature-100 laps | |
| SS A Main-30 laps | |
| SS B Main-20 laps | |
| 4 Cylinder feature-25 laps | |
| Figure 8 feature-20 laps | |
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Lee-Ford Jr.-Abel-Turner Capture 2008 Flat Rock Championships
Flat Rock, MI (9-6-2008)-- Eric Lee (Late Model), Dan Ford Jr. (Street Stock A Main), Rich Abel (Street Stock B Main) and Brad Turner (4 Cylinder) were crowned the 2008 track champions Saturday night at Flat Rock Speedway. Ricky Kargel was the victor in the 100 lap Late Model race and Billy Earley took the Figure 8 contest. Glass Block Sales served as the sponsor for the beautiful evening of racing at the ¼ mile paved oval.
...Flat Rock Speedway Rain Update (9-13-2008)-- 10:42am
Track officials will make a decision at noon today regarding today's event. We will also be announcing a future rain date for the School Bus Figure 8 race in the event of a rain out.
Currently, the set rain date is Sunday September 14th, but due to storms and effects from Hurricane Ike this date may change. Please visit www.flatrockspeedway.com for up to date information.
WE WILL MAKE OUR DECISIONS AT 12 NOON TODAY.
...Flat Rock's School Bus Figure 8 Show Rained Out; Re-set For Friday, September 19
Flat Rock, MI (9-13-08): A solid rain pattern has forced the postponement of the Pepsi School Bus Figure 8 races Saturday night at Flat Rock Speedway. Track officials have reset the race for Friday, Septermber 19th at 7:30 p.m. The original rain date was for Sunday afternoon, but the steadying effects of Hurricane Ike on the weather forecast for tomorrow for more rain pushed the make-up date to next Friday evening.
ALL tickets dated for September 13th will be honored for the Friday, September 19th show date. Times will change slightly; the front gates and box office will both open at 5 p.m., with racing at 7:30 p.m. The pit gate will open at 5 p.m. with practice slated for 6 p.m.
ALL general admission tickets and kids' tickets will go on sale at 5:30 when the box office opens. A small amount of reserved seating remains. Those will go on sale Monday morning by calling the track office at 734-782-2480.
In addition to the School Bus Figure 8 race, the Michigan Legends Cars and the Street Stocks/Figure 8's (on the oval track) will be in competition.
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School Bus Figure 8 Rocks Flat Rock Again
Flat Rock, MI (9-19-2008)-- The Pepsi School Bus Figure 8 races made their appearance at Flat Rock Speedway for a rare Friday night event, pushed back due to last Saturday’s monsoon-like rains. Chris Benson captured the Bus feature, while Chris Perry topped the Michigan Legends main. Jeremy Vanderhoof and Dave Tanner captured the Street Stock events in front of a large crowd on a beautiful evening.
...It's Your Last Chance Before The Snow Flies!!!!
Flat Rock Wraps Up '08 Season
Flat Rock, MI (10-4-08)-- A sunshine-filled Saturday afternoon greeted fans and competitors for the final race of the 2008 season at Flat Rock Speedway. The “Level Pebble Shootout” winners were Shawn Bershback (4 Cylinders), Dave Arnold Jr. (Toledo Factory Stocks) and Tristan Dupuis. (Enduro cars).
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Strickland-Earley-McKee-Fitzpatrick Take Flat Rock Openers
Flat Rock, MI (4-25-09)-- The long, harsh winter is officially over—Flat Rock Speedway is open! “The Rock” began its 56th season of operation Saturday night under cloudy skies and pleasant temperatures. The rain and storms pounded the area to the north of the track, but things were dry all evening, allowing the 7-Up Season Opener to take place. Dennis Strickland, Billy Earley, Clyde McKee and Eric Fitzpatrick collected the feature wins on a night that saw action and accidents in all 3 divisions.
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...Racing at Flat Rock Speedway Tonight!
The Saturday night, May 9 racing card at Flat Rock Speedway is on schedule.
...Flat Rock Speedway Weather Update
FLAT ROCK, MI (5-16-09, 1 p.m.)--As of 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 16, the Saturday night weekly racing program at Flat Rock Speedway, featuring Buckeye 305 Sprints, Figure-8s and Street Stocks, is on schedule. Check arcaracing.com for updates.
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Gillenwater-Studt-DeMaggio-Hans Hit Flat Rock Winners Circle
Flat Rock, MI (5-16-09)-- The skies finally cleared just after 2 p.m. Saturday afternoon and the UAW Local 3000 Night went on as scheduled at Flat Rock Speedway. A good crowd saw Ryan Gillenwater, Greg Studt, Randy DeMaggio and Mike Hans capture feature wins on an evening that ended with cold temperatures and a strong wind.
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FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY SCHEDULE PRACTICE DAY—APRIL 19, 2014
ARCA FIGURE 8 DIVISION GETS BACKING FROM PRAXAIR
(TOLEDO, Ohio - April 1, 2014): Praxair, a supplier of services and gas to a variety of industries across the globe, has agreed to the title sponsorship for the ARCA Figure 8 division at both Flat Rock, MI and Toledo, OH Speedways for the 2014 season.
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Discount Tire to support ARCA 5-race late model Gold Cup Series in 2014
(TOLEDO, Ohio - March 1, 2014) - The 5-race ARCA Late Model Gold Cup Series will carry the name of Discount Tire as the Title Sponsor for the 2014 season. This is the initial involvement of the national tire retailer on the short track level.
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