Sources: NHMS To Host Whelen Modified Tour For July 2021 Event
New Hampshire Motor Speedway will be on the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour schedule for the 2021 season. Multiple sources have confirmed to RaceDayCT that NHMS management and NASCAR have to come to an agreement as of today for the track to host a 100-lap Whelen Modified Tour event on July 17, 2021. The Whelen Modified […]
Welcome Back: Jennerstown Speedway Announces Return Of Whelen Modified Tour For 2021 Season
In 2020 the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour returned to Jennerstown Speedway for the first time since 2006. And what was expected to be a one-time visit for the 2020 season turned into a double-dip for the Whelen Modified Tour. In addition to the series running their regularly scheduled event, a second event was added to […]
White Mountain Unveils Big Schedule For 2021
White Mountain Motorsports Park officials have unveiled the eagerly-anticipated 2021 racing schedule for the ¼-mile speedway. A total of 22 events are planned with numerous big shows for both local outside series. Among other things, the 2021 schedule features three visits each for the American-Canadian Tour (ACT) Late Models and Pro All Stars Series (PASS) […]
RaceDayCT Daily Poll: How Many Whelen Modified Tour Events Do You Think Will Be Scheduled In New England?
As of now the there are three known NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour events scheduled in New England for the 2021 season, with all three scheduled for Stafford Speedway. The full 2021 schedule is expected to be released by NASCAR with the next two weeks. So today’s question is, how many events do you think there […]
Lee USA Speedway Keeping Door Open To Whelen Modified Tour For 2021
Lee USA Speedway general manager Joe Bassett expects to release a 2021 schedule for the Lee, N.H. track next week. At this point Bassett doesn’t envision a return to the facility in 2021 for the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour, but he isn’t entirely closing the door on the possibility. “If they can come up with […]
Struggle To Find Feasible Date Keeps Whelen Modified Tour Out Of Monadnock In 2021
Monadnock Speedway general manager Michelle Cloutier was happy to welcome the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour back to the Winchester, N.H. track unexpectedly in 2020. Monadnock Speedway was not on the original 2020 Whelen Modified Tour schedule, but ultimately ended up being one of four additional events added to the 2020 schedule after COVID-19 global pandemic […]
Seekonk Speedway Announces 2021 Schedule
MAJOR EVENTS, FULL FRIDAY & SATURDAY SLATES HEADLINE NEW SEASON Seekonk Speedway is looking ahead to a fresh, exciting 2021 season. On December 3rd, the Massachusetts third-mile announced the full schedule of events for 2021 — one that will mark the 75th anniversary of full-time racing. Seekonk Speedway looks forward to welcoming fans back to […]
RaceDayCT Daily Poll: What Are Your Thoughts About Private Online Raffles For Racing Equipment
Private online raffles of racing equipment have become the off season rage over the last couple years for many involved in short track racing. They are also considered professional gambling and illegal to host or participate in. For today’s Daily Poll we ask what your thoughts are on the private online raffles for racing equipment. Vote […]
Sources: Whelen Mod Tour Not On Monadnock Schedule For 2021; No Event Expected At Lee USA
Monadnock Speedway will release its 2021 schedule on Thursday. One thing that won’t be on the slate of events to be announced Thursday for next season at the Winchester, N.H. venue is a NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour event. Multiple sources close to the track have confirmed to RaceDayCT that Monadnock Speedway will not host the […]
Seekonk Speedway Off The Whelen Modified Tour Schedule For 2021
The NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour will not be returning to Seekonk Speedway for the 2021 season. Ed St. Germain, director of business development for Seekonk Speedway, confirmed to RaceDayCT Wednesday morning that the Massachusetts bullring has ended negotiations with NASCAR to bring the Whelen Modified Tour back to the track in 2021. Seekonk has scheduled […]
RaceDayCT Daily Poll: What Is Your Favorite Racing Movie?
It’s that time of year to kick back on a cold night and take in a good racing movie. So what’s your choice? Today’s daily poll question is, what is your favorite racing movie? Vote below.
Wall Stadium Management Not Currently Looking For Spot On 2021 Whelen Mod Tour Schedule
Never say never. That’s basically the mantra of Wall Stadium Speedway operations manager Emily Krause when it comes to the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour possibly being at the iconic New Jersey facility her family runs in 2021. As of right now the Krause family is not actively pursuing a Whelen Modified Tour event date for […]
RaceDayCT Daily Poll: What Was The Most Impressive Special Event Mod Victory In 2020 In Connecticut?
Despite a shortened season due to restrictions because of the COVID-19 global pandemic, Connecticut’s three short tracks still found the opportunity to put on some special event Modified racing in 2020. So today’s question is, what was the most impressive special event Modified victory in Connecticut in 2020? Vote below.
Matt Swanson, Timmy Jordan And Jacob Perry On The Latest Unmuffled
Matt Swanson, Timmy Jordan and Jacob Perry look back on 2020 and forward to 2021 on the latest edition of Unmuffled. Episode 80 of Unmuffled is presented by our Patreon marketing partners from New England Racing Fuel, RH2Way Radios, Swanson Buick/GMC, LifeCare Family Chiropractic, SAFCO Foam, Mid-State Site Development, TFR Distribution, Draco Racing Springs, Dunleavy’s Truck […]
Matt Hirschman Scores Fifth Tri-Track Open Modified Championship In 2020
No matter what gets thrown his way, Matt Hirschman just keeps on winning. The Northampton, Pennsylvania, driver earned his fifth career Tri Track Open Modified Series championship in 2020 — a year that was filled with success for him. The season-opener was delayed two months due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, two races originally intended […]
RaceDayCT Daily Poll: Which Active Whelen Modified Tour Champ Do You Pick For One Event?
Today’s Daily Poll question is this: You have to pick one driver for one race and you don’t know where that race will be. Which currently active former Whelen Modified Tour champion do you choose for your car? Vote Below
NEMA Boston Louie Returns To Seekonk In ‘21; Ken Schrader To Run Event
The Northeastern Midget Association has announced today that the annual Boston Louie Memorial will return to Seekonk Speedway on Wednesday, June 9, 2021. The International Supermodified Association will join the NEMA midgets and NEMA Lites on the card in what will be a spectacular Open Wheel Show. NASCAR star Ken Schrader has also announced his […]
Mixing It Up: Jacob Perry Setting Out On Plan Of Varied Disciplines For 2021 Season
Since making the step up from youth racing a few years ago, Jacob Perry has been a driver open to racing just about anything that would get him behind the wheel of a competitive car. And it seems in 2021 the Pawcatuck 18-year old will be doing a little bit of everything. Perry’s plans for […]
RaceDayCT Daily Poll: What Is Your Favorite Short Track Division In Connecticut?
With three operating short tracks, Connecticut is home to a host of differing divisions at each facility. So today’s Daily Poll question asks, what is your favorite short track division in Connecticut? Vote below.
NASCAR weekends each year turn the sleepy hamlet of Loudon, N.H. into a booming race town, with upwards of 100,000 people descending on the facility. But the doors at New Hampshire Motor Speedway are open a lot more than two weeks a year. Keep up with the Up To Speed At New Hampshire Motor Speedway section on RaceDayCT and see a lot more about what goes on the rest of the year at the big track in Loudon. Beyond the big NASCAR …
White Mountain Motorsports Park Not Returning To Whelen Modified Tour Schedule In 2021
In 2020 White Mountain Motorsports Park in North Woodstock, N.H. proved a savior of the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour schedule. After the onset of …
RaceDayCT Daily Poll: What Is Your Favorite Northeast Based Touring Series?
The Northeast is home to a plethora of short track based touring divisions. So today's RaceDayCT Daily Poll question is what is your favorite …
RaceDayCT Daily Poll: Your Favorite Thanksgiving Day Tradition?
Happy Thanksgiving to all. Obviously 2020 has been a strange one, and that includes making Thanksgiving a little bit different than usual. But when it …
Sources: NHMS To Host Whelen Modified Tour For July 2021 Event
New Hampshire Motor Speedway will be on the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour schedule for the 2021 season. Multiple sources have confirmed to RaceDayCT that NHMS management and NASCAR have to come to an agreement as of today for the track to host a 100-lap Whelen Modified Tour event on July 17, 2021. The Whelen Modified […]
Mixing It Up: Jacob Perry Setting Out On Plan Of Varied Disciplines For 2021 Season
Since making the step up from youth racing a few years ago, Jacob Perry has been a driver open to racing just about anything that would get him behind the wheel of a competitive car. And it seems in 2021 the Pawcatuck 18-year old will be doing a little bit of everything. Perry’s plans for […]
Monadnock Speedway general manager Michelle Cloutier was happy to welcome the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour back to the Winchester, N.H. track unexpectedly in 2020. Monadnock Speedway was not on the original 2020 Whelen Modified Tour schedule, but ultimately ended up being one of four additional events added to the 2020 schedule after COVID-19 global pandemic […]
RaceDayCT Daily Poll: How Many Whelen Modified Tour Events Do You Think Will Be Scheduled In New England?
As of now the there are three known NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour events scheduled in New England for the 2021 season, with all three scheduled for Stafford Speedway. The full 2021 schedule is expected to be released by NASCAR with the next two weeks. So today’s question is, how many events do you think there […]
Wall Stadium Management Not Currently Looking For Spot On 2021 Whelen Mod Tour Schedule
Never say never. That’s basically the mantra of Wall Stadium Speedway operations manager Emily Krause when it comes to the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour possibly being at the iconic New Jersey facility her family runs in 2021. As of right now the Krause family is not actively pursuing a Whelen Modified Tour event date for […]
RaceDayCT Daily Poll: What Was The Most Impressive Special Event Mod Victory In 2020 In Connecticut?
Despite a shortened season due to restrictions because of the COVID-19 global pandemic, Connecticut’s three short tracks still found the opportunity to put on some special event Modified racing in 2020. So today’s question is, what was the most impressive special event Modified victory in Connecticut in 2020? Vote below.
Sources: NHMS To Host Whelen Modified Tour For July 2021 Event
New Hampshire Motor Speedway will be on the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour schedule for the 2021 season. Multiple sources have confirmed to RaceDayCT that NHMS management and NASCAR have to come to an agreement as of today for the track to host a 100-lap Whelen Modified Tour event on July 17, 2021. The Whelen Modified […]
Wall Stadium Management Not Currently Looking For Spot On 2021 Whelen Mod Tour Schedule
Never say never. That’s basically the mantra of Wall Stadium Speedway operations manager Emily Krause when it comes to the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour possibly being at the iconic New Jersey facility her family runs in 2021. As of right now the Krause family is not actively pursuing a Whelen Modified Tour event date for […]
Trans AM SpeedTour Classic Cancelled At Lime Rock Park
The October 16-18 Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli and Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) SpeedTour Classic has been cancelled. The event had previously been moved from traditional Memorial Day weekend May 22-25, 2020. Trans Am and SVRA made this difficult decision due to ongoing logistical challenges associated with Connecticut’s COVID-19 travel ban. “We deeply […]
Wall Stadium Management Not Currently Looking For Spot On 2021 Whelen Mod Tour Schedule
Never say never. That’s basically the mantra of Wall Stadium Speedway operations manager Emily Krause when it comes to the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour possibly being at the iconic New Jersey facility her family runs in 2021. As of right now the Krause family is not actively pursuing a Whelen Modified Tour event date for […]
Traveling Man: Keith Rocco To Make ARCA Menards West Series Debut At Phoenix Next Week
Last week the Connecticut short track racing season came to an end for veteran racer Keith Rocco. But it doesn’t mean the Wallingford driver is done for 2020. Rocco had been scheduled to make hit NASCAR ARCA Menards East Series debut for Venturini Motorsports on Sept. 12 as part of the Full Throttle Weekend at […]
White Mountain Unveils Big Schedule For 2021
White Mountain Motorsports Park officials have unveiled the eagerly-anticipated 2021 racing schedule for the ¼-mile speedway. A total of 22 events are planned with numerous big shows for both local outside series. Among other things, the 2021 schedule features three visits each for the American-Canadian Tour (ACT) Late Models and Pro All Stars Series (PASS) […]
Struggle To Find Feasible Date Keeps Whelen Modified Tour Out Of Monadnock In 2021
Monadnock Speedway general manager Michelle Cloutier was happy to welcome the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour back to the Winchester, N.H. track unexpectedly in 2020. Monadnock Speedway was not on the original 2020 Whelen Modified Tour schedule, but ultimately ended up being one of four additional events added to the 2020 schedule after COVID-19 global pandemic […]
Struggle To Find Feasible Date Keeps Whelen Modified Tour Out Of Monadnock In 2021
Monadnock Speedway general manager Michelle Cloutier was happy to welcome the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour back to the Winchester, N.H. track unexpectedly in 2020. Monadnock Speedway was not on the original 2020 Whelen Modified Tour schedule, but ultimately ended up being one of four additional events added to the 2020 schedule after COVID-19 global pandemic […]
Ryan Preece Heading Back To JTG Daugherty Racing NASCAR Cup Series Team For 2021 Season
Despite a rocky 2020 season, Berlin native and former NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour champion will return to JTG Daugherty Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series. Rumors had swirled for the last two months that Preece may not return to the ride for the 2021 season. Preece confirmed his return to the team during an interview […]
Fictional Significance Of Whelen Modified Tour Unfortunately Can’t Pay The Bills At NHMS
It’s a topic that pegged the One-to-Ten anger meter for a lot of NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour fans to about a 14 this week. On Thursday New Hampshire Motor Speedway executive vice president and general manager David McGrath announced that the track would not bring its Full Throttle Weekend – featuring the Whelen Modified Tour […]
NASCAR President Steve Phelps Says Sport Stronger Than Ever Amid Historic Year
In the most challenging year in a history that has spanned more than seven decades, NASCAR racing has emerged stronger in the face of a coronavirus pandemic that interrupted the 2020 season, according to NASCAR president Steve Phelps. “What I would say is that, on March 8th, we were a sport that was coming back, […]
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