REMEMBERING DEMPSEY APPERSON (updated 12-10-20)

REMEMBERING DEMPSEY APPERSON (updated 12-10-20)

Dempsey Apperson, a fixture at Flat Rock and Toledo Speedways, first as an ARCA Figure 8 driver and then as a car owner, passed away Friday, December 4 at the age of 76. Visitation will take place at the Rupp Funeral Home in...
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HAPPY NEW YEAR!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Happy New Year to all! Look for our 2021 schedule very soon!...
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REMEMBERING DUANE MOSLEY

REMEMBERING DUANE MOSLEY

Former ARCA Flat Rock Speedway Figure 8 driver Richard “Duane” Mosley, age 50, passed away Saturday, September 6.

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TICKETS GOING FAST FOR FLAT ROCK’S SCHOOL BUS RACE SATURDAY

TICKETS GOING FAST FOR FLAT ROCK’S SCHOOL BUS RACE SATURDAY

Just over 300 reserved seat tickets and a large quantity of general admission tickets are still available as of Wednesday afternoon for Flat Rock Speedway’s Dani’s Transport School Bus Figure 8 race, set for Saturday,...
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2020 FLAT ROCK/TOLEDO SPEEDWAY BULLETIN (3-2-20)

2020 FLAT ROCK/TOLEDO SPEEDWAY BULLETIN (3-2-20)

The winter office for both tracks is at the Toledo Speedway Automotive Building on the east end of the grounds; phone number, 419-727-1100 and mailing address remain the same. The Late Model class name has been revised to...
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A LOOK BACK IN THE HISTORY OF FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY...

A LOOK BACK IN THE HISTORY OF FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY...

This Flat Rock Speedway poster is from the 1950's! Check it out...racing Tuesday, Friday and Sunday nights! Race time was called "Post" time, a term used in horse racing....
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Flat Rock Historical Society Flea Market

May 04, 2025, 07:00 AM - 03:00 PM EDT
May4
The market takes place 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Over 200 dealers are expected! Parking and admission are free. No pets at the event, please. There will be treasures galore! Wear your sneakers, bring your wagons and trucks! Vintage...
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FLAT ROCK-TOLEDO SPEEDWAY UPDATE—August 7, 2020

FLAT ROCK-TOLEDO SPEEDWAY UPDATE—August 7, 2020

As you know, there have been no changes from the States of Ohio and Michigan in the orders regarding the Coronavirus since our last update on July 31. The State of Ohio and the Lucas County Health Department have stated no...
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FLAT ROCK AND TOLEDO SPEEDWAY GIFTS AVAILABLE!

FLAT ROCK AND TOLEDO SPEEDWAY GIFTS AVAILABLE!

Looking for that perfect gift for the racer on your list??? Santa Claus has Flat Rock and Toledo Speedway goodies that can fill those stockings now! Choose from Flat Rock Season tickets, $25 gift cards (redeemable at either...
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FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY UPDATE—JULY 31, 2020

FLAT ROCK SPEEDWAY UPDATE—JULY 31, 2020

Flat Rock Speedway There have been no changes since our last update on July 16. The Governor of the State of Michigan announced that the area which includes Flat Rock Speedway would remain in Phase 4, which allows for a...
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DTS TITLE SPONSOR FOR FLAT ROCK STREET STOCKS, JOY FAIR MEMORIAL

DTS TITLE SPONSOR FOR FLAT ROCK STREET STOCKS, JOY FAIR MEMORIAL

Flat Rock, MI—February 23, 2021: Flat Rock Speedway officials have confirmed the return of DTS Drive Train Specialists as the title sponsor of Flat Rock’s ARCA Street Stock division for the upcoming 2021 racing season. DTS...
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

From the staff of Flat Rock and Toledo Speedways, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!...
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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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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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Moran Motor Sports Race Reviews

Moran Motor Sports Race Reviews

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Weekly race debriefs and news....
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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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Driver Bulletin: February 9, 2026

Driver Bulletin: February 9, 2026

Driver Bulletin February 9, 2026 THANK YOU Moran Chevrolet (Outlaw Super Late Model), DTS Drive Train Specialists (Street Stocks), R & M Recycling (Figure 8s), Salenbien Trucking & Excavating (Late Model Sportsman)...
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Flat Rock Speedway Celebrates Joan Simmons on National Women in Sports Day

Flat Rock Speedway Celebrates Joan Simmons on National Women in Sports Day

Wednesday, February 4 - On Women in Motorsports Day, Flat Rock Speedway proudly honors the legacy of former track promoter Joan Simmons, a true pioneer in Michigan auto racing and one of the most influential women in the...
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Mullet Mayhem Comes to Flat Rock Speedway August 8

Mullet Mayhem Comes to Flat Rock Speedway August 8

Flat Rock, MI: Flat Rock Speedway and Lather Barbershop are proud to announce Mullet Mayhem, slated for Saturday, August 8, 2026. Mullet Mayhem is a mullet competition organized by Lather Barbershop, with locations in Flat...
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