NASCAR Track News

More than 80 inches of snow has fallen at Michigan International Speedway this year. And with just a week to go before NASCAR’s fastest track opens its gates for a Goodyear Tire Test, it was time to call in the big guns to melt ice and snow from the track.

Richmond International Raceway recently announced that all fans are invited to Track Takeover, where every ticket gets you FREE access to be up close and personal with the track you love on Saturday, April 26.

Richmond International Raceway officials announced today the Virginia529 College Savings Plan has extended its partnership with America’s Premier Short Track through the 2015 season.

“We’re extremely honored to have Governor McAuliffe serve as our honorary starter,” said Martinsville Speedway President Clay Campbell. “Having four Sprint Cup races in the Commonwealth, he understands the significant economic impact they have.

Kansas Speedway staff will be busy this year taking part in several events throughout the State of Kansas and in the Kansas City-area. Tickets for Kansas Speedway’s 2014 events, including Kansas Speedway’s first NASCAR Sprint Cup Series night race, are currently on sale.

The 29th Army Band, Virginia Army National Guard will perform the National Anthem prior to the STP 500 at Martinsville Speedway Sunday. The 29th Army Band is one of the oldest and most decorated military bands in the nation.

For a month Timothy Peters has enjoyed the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series points lead without turning a lap. Now, he says, it’s time to get back to work.

Olympic Medalist skier Bode Miller and his wife, AVP pro beach volleyball player, Morgan, will serve as Honorary Starters for the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series’ Auto Club 400 at Auto Club Speedway on Sunday, March 23.

No. 88 National Guard Driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. will liven up Martinsville Speedway’s Party Plaza with a scheduled appearance on March 30 prior to the STP 500. Earnhardt, off to one of the best starts of his NASCAR Sprint Cup career, his second in the series points after four races.

The Warbirds will offer up an encore flyover performance for the STP 500 at Martinsville Speedway, repeating their amazing effort from last fall.