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Donny Schatz and Tony Stewart/Curb Agajanian Racing Part Ways After 17 Seasons

The partnership between Donny Schatz and Tony Stewart/Curb Agajanian Racing has concluded after 17 successful seasons in the World of Outlaws. Together, they achieved eight championships, numerous wins, and redefined modern Sprint Car racing. Kerry Madsen is set to replace Schatz as the team’s driver for the remainder of 2025. Continue reading Donny Schatz and Tony Stewart/Curb Agajanian Racing Part Ways After 17 Seasons

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Sheppard Returns to Rocket1 Racing, McCreadie Moves to Briggs Transport

Brandon Sheppard, fresh off clinching his fifth World of Outlaws Late Model Series championship, will return to the Rocket Chassis house car in 2025. The New Berlin, Illinois driver, who previously piloted the iconic machine to four WoO titles between 2017-2022, was announced Monday as Rocket1’s new driver by team owner Mark Richards.
The move comes just days after Sheppard wrapped up his championship season with the Longhorn Factory Team at Charlotte. In a related development, current Rocket1 driver Tim McCreadie will transition to Briggs Transport Racing, where he’ll team up with longtime friend Boom Briggs. Both Sheppard and McCreadie will compete on the 2025 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, maintaining close technical collaboration between their programs. Continue reading Sheppard Returns to Rocket1 Racing, McCreadie Moves to Briggs Transport

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Dirt Track Legend Scott Bloomquist Killed in Plane Crash

The tight-knit community of dirt track racing was rocked by devastating news on a somber Friday morning. Scott Bloomquist, a true legend of the sport, met an untimely end in a small aircraft crash near his home in Mooresburg, Tennessee. As dawn broke over the rolling hills of East Tennessee, Bloomquist took to the skies in one of his beloved vintage planes. It was a … Continue reading Dirt Track Legend Scott Bloomquist Killed in Plane Crash

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Paylor Motorsports Turns to Carson Ferguson After Tim McCreadie Exit, McCreadie to the Rocket One

*update* According to Flo Racing Tim McCreadie will be heading to Rocket 1 to replace Hudson O’Neal. In a major shakeup, two-time Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series champion Tim McCreadie has left Paylor Motorsports, the team announced today. McCreadie, who won back-to-back national titles with the team in 2021 and 2022, has decided to pursue another driving opportunity. “There is no ill-will at all … Continue reading Paylor Motorsports Turns to Carson Ferguson After Tim McCreadie Exit, McCreadie to the Rocket One

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Reigning Lucas Oil Champion Splits from MRRI and Rocket Chassis

Reigning Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series champion Hudson O’Neal has shockingly announced he is parting ways with Mike Reece Racing & Innovations (MRRI) and Rocket Chassis after just one season.In a message to fans, the rising star stated “Without divulging any details, I have decided to part ways with MRRI. As this was a hard decision for me, I believe this was the best … Continue reading Reigning Lucas Oil Champion Splits from MRRI and Rocket Chassis

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World of Outlaws, DIRTCar Issue Suspensions, Fines To High Profile Drivers

The World of Outlaws and DIRTCar Racing have cracked down on multiple drivers after post-race tire inspections at Volusia Speedway Park, issuing suspensions and significant fines. World of Outlaws officials handed down a 30-day suspension and $8,400 fine to Bobby Pierce after his tires failed a post-race inspection at the February 16 Late Model event at Volusia. An independent lab test revealed Pierce’s tires did … Continue reading World of Outlaws, DIRTCar Issue Suspensions, Fines To High Profile Drivers

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Mother Nature Wins Opening Night at Cowtown Classic

Heavy rain and severe thunderstorms have drenched the Kennedale Speedway Park over the past 48 hours, leaving World of Outlaws NOS Energy Sprint Car and track officials no choice but to cancel Friday’s opening night of the Cowtown Classic. The decision was made out of an abundance of caution for the safety of drivers, crews, and fans. With several inches of precipitation soaking the track, … Continue reading Mother Nature Wins Opening Night at Cowtown Classic

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