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 Torgerson Racing of Medford, Oregon, comprised of brothers Ashton and Austin Torgerson, completed their 2022 season with 45 victories, a sweep of the track championships at Dixon Speedway, and a Non-Wing championship at Keller Auto Raceway Plaza Park. The outstanding season saw Ashton Torgerson accumulate 35 victories in the No. 02 Rowdy Energy Micro Sprint while older brother Austin scored ten triumphs in the Safety-Kleen No. 88.

Ashton and Austin ran one-two in both the Super 600 and Non-Wing championships at Dixon Speedway and the Keller Auto Raceway Plaza Park Non-Wing championship. Austin Torgerson also finished second in both the Super 600 and Non-Wing divisions at Delta Speedway in Stockton.

Ashton Torgerson season started off hot with a pair of Adobe Mountain Speedway wins in Glendale, Ariz. and his tenth win of the season arrived by May 6 at Plaza Park. The wins continued throughout the summer months with a total of six Dixon Speedway race night sweeps where he took home the trophy in both the Super 600 and Non-Wing Micro Sprint divisions.

Following first and third place finishes during the Hagopian Memorial weekend in September in Non-Wing Micro Sprints, Torgerson began his ascent into the 360 Sprint Car scene. Driving the No. 02 Eagle Chassis 360, Torgerson ran 12th in the B-Main in the Rowdy Energy backed machine at the Tyler Wolf Memorial during the Fall Nationals in Chico. He followed that performance in October with a strong Trophy Cup debut. The weekend of solid runs included a standout heat race win on Saturday night of Trophy Cup against a field littered with champions. His October also included Non-Wing Micro Sprint wins during the Cal Cup and the Lonnie Kaiser Memorial.

Ashton’s Micro Sprint season concluded as strong as it started, returning to Adobe Mountain Speedway for the Tribute to Billy Shuman. After scoring Friday night’s preliminary feature, Torgerson won the 50-lap main event on Saturday night from the 11th starting position.

He added two starts at Merced Speedway in Winged 360 Sprint Car competition in November with a best finish of 13th.

Ashton Torgerson’s final stat line included over 120 starts and 35 wins, nearly 75 top-five finishes, and nearly 100 top-ten finishes.

Austin Torgerson stayed busy as well across his 110 starts across the west. He scored a pair of Adobe Mountain triumphs early in the season including the Friday night winged Micro Sprint portion of the Todd Damron Memorial and the Friday night Non-Wing Corby’s Clash at Plaza Park. He earned a Dixon Speedway Saturday night sweep himself, winning both the Super 600 and Non-Wing features on May 14.

Austin closed his 2022 season with a third-place effort in the Tribute to Billy Shuman after starting 15th.

To learn more about Torgerson Racing, visit them at their website www.TorgersonRacing.com. Torgerson Racing is also available on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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College students will receive a behind-the-scenes look at NASCAR and motorsports via Nashville Superspeedway this summer as part of the Accelerator ® Summer Business Immersion program at Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management.

Students will spend three weeks at various organizations combining classroom and consulting experience for career preparation. Nashville Superspeedway is the first business to be featured for the project in 2023.

During the week of June 4-9, students will research, measure and provide possible solutions for expanding and diversifying Nashville Superspeedway’s fan base. They will be tasked with developing strategies to attract audiences outside of NASCAR’s typical audience and creating a greater connection between the Superspeedway and Nashville metro area.

“We are delighted that our Accelerator students will join the team at Nashville Superspeedway to attract a new generation of fans to the excitement of motorsports,” said Cherrie Wilkerson, Assistant Dean for Young Professional Programs at Vanderbilt Owen Graduate School of Management. “Sports and entertainment are hallmarks for Nashville, and this partnership allows our students to work hard to bring results for both the Superspeedway and regional fans.”

Students will conclude their project by attending Nashville Superspeedway’s June 23-25 tripleheader weekend, which includes the Ally 400 NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday, June 25.

NASCAR TICKETS:

Nashville Superspeedway’s complete 2023 NASCAR schedule (with start times and TV networks) includes:

• Sunday, June 25: Ally 400 NASCAR Cup Series race (6 p.m. CT, NBC)
• Saturday, June 24: Tennessee Lottery 250 NASCAR Xfinity Series race (2:30 p.m. CT, USA)
• Friday, June 23: Rackley Roofing 200 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race (7 p.m. CT, FS1)

Call 866-RACE-TIX or visit NashvilleSuperspeedway.com to order tickets.

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Entering the 52nd DIRTcar Nationals at Volusia Speedway Park, Feb. 6-18, fans and drivers will be treated to an enhanced schedule and several purse increases, including Saturday night World of Outlaws Sprint Car and Late Model Features paying $20,000 to win and $1,500 to start.

The two-week spectacle will feature the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series, DIRTcar UMP Modifieds and All Star Circuit of Champions during Week 1 (Feb. 6-11), and then the World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Models, DIRTcar Late Models, Super DIRTcar Series and USAC Non-Wing Sprint Cars during Week 2 (Feb. 13-18).

New this year, you’ll see an adjusted schedule for the Late Models and Super DIRTcar Series, new formats for the DIRTcar UMP Modifieds and Super DIRTcar Series, the addition of USAC Non-Wing Sprint Cars and purse increases for the World of Outlaws Sprint Cars, World of Outlaws Late Models and Super DIRTcar Series.

WEEK 1 HIGHLIGHTS

Sprint Cars (All Star Circuit of Champions, Feb. 7-8 / World of Outlaws, Feb. 9-11) – Sprint Cars will again highlight the first week of DIRTcar Nationals, but the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars will see a special purse increase on Saturday, Feb. 11. This year, drivers will be competing for a $20,000 paycheck and a guaranteed $1,500 to start the final Feature of the week.

The All Star Circuit of Champions will kick off the week for the Sprints Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 6-7. Then, the World of Outlaws Sprint Cars will commence their 2023 season, Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 8-11. The overall Sprint Car Big Gator champion will also be crowned on Saturday.

DIRTcar UMP Modifieds (Feb. 6-11) – The “Ironmen” of DIRTcar Nationals will see 30 Feature winners before Saturday’s Gator Championship finale this year.

Monday to Friday (Feb. 6-10) will have six DIRTcar UMP Modified Features a night. The $5,000-to-win finale on Saturday will be a normal program with Hot Laps, Qualifying, Heat Races and Last Chance Showdowns to fill out the 30-lap Gator Championship field. The week’s overall Big Gator champion for the division will also be crowned that night.

WEEK 2 HIGHLIGHTS

Late Models (DIRTcar Late Models, Feb. 13-15 / World of Outlaws, Feb. 16-18) – The World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Models will also see an increased Saturday (Feb. 18) purse paying $20,000 to win and $1,500 to start.

The DIRTcar Late Models will now race three nights, running Monday through Wednesday, Feb. 13-15. And on Wednesday, they’ll run Triple Features – the field split into three 25-lap races.

Then, the World of Outlaws CASE Late Models will take over for the rest of the week (Thursday to Saturday, Feb. 16-18) continuing their 2023 season that started at Volusia during Sunshine Nationals, Jan. 18-21. The overall Late Model Big Gator champion will be crowned on Saturday, Feb. 18.

Super DIRTcar Series (Feb. 15-18) – With four nights of racing this year, drivers will content for a larger overall purse. The Features Wednesday through Friday, Feb. 15-17, will pay $5,000 to win and Saturday’s (Feb. 18) Feature will pay $7,500 to win.

They’ll also see the testing of a new format for the four non-points events. Like the World of Outlaws, drivers will now draw for their qualifying order and their qualifying result will determine which Heat Race they’ll be in and where they’ll start. The top-two finishers from each Heat Race will go to the redraw.

USAC Non-Wing Sprint Cars (Feb. 13-14) – Non-Wing Sprint Cars return to DIRTcar Nationals, again, making history with USAC’s event debut. Bringing the biggest names in Non-Wing Sprint Car racing to Barberville, FL, the Series will run Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 13-14, to help kick off the second week and crown the second-ever Non-Wing Sprint Car Big Gator champion Tuesday night.

Below is the schedule for the 52nd DIRTcar Nationals, Feb. 6-18:

For the full daily schedules, CLICK HERE.

Gates are scheduled to open at 5pm (ET) every day. Tickets are now available at this link, CLICK HERE

If you can’t make it to the track, you can watch all the action live on DIRTVision – either at DIRTVision.com or by downloading the DIRTVision App.

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As NASCAR celebrates its annual awards week, RFK Racing has announced the Association of Marketing and Communications Professionals (AMCP) has once again recognized the team for its excellence in the field of marketing and communication, honoring the team’s creativity, ingenuity and hard work over the past year with multiple awards across several disciplines in 2022.

RFK was awarded 11 Platinum Awards and five Gold Awards for its 2022 efforts, including collaborative work with and on behalf of primary partners Castrol, Fifth Third Bank, Fastenal, King’s Hawaiian, Violet Defense and Kohler Generators. The MarCom Awards receives over 6500 entries, with only 18 percent being awarded with the Platinum Award and 22 percent Gold. RFK has been awarded 30 Platinum MarCom Awards since 2011.

“We are very proud to have been recognized to this level by the AMCP and the MarCom Awards,” said the team’s vice president of marketing and communications Kevin Woods. “We have a wonderful team of creative, hardworking and passionate people here at RFK and that shows in both the effort and the end results.

“At the same time, we have a dynamic group of partners that share a common passion and creative spark and trust our team in helping to maximize our partnerships through various marketing and communications platforms,” added Woods.

This season marked a banner year for the RFK Marketing team, who brought home multiple platinum honors from the Hermes, dotCOMM and MarCom awards.

MarCom Awards is an international creative competition that recognizes outstanding achievement by marketing and communication professionals. Entries come from corporate marketing and communication departments, advertising agencies, public relations firms, design shops, production companies and freelancers.

2022 RFK MarCom Awards

Platinum Awards                                                                                                           

Fifth Third Bank Fight to End Hunger – Corporate Social Responsibility                    

King’s Hawaiian Slider Sunday – Social Ad Campaign

Kohler Generators Season Launch – Integrated Marketing

Castrol Sustainability 2022 – Corporate Social Responsibility

Violet Defense Content Series – Social Branding Campaign

Socios Throwback Weekend – Social Media Campaign

“Christopher” Buescher – Publicity Campaign                     

Lebron James Family Foundation – Corporate Social Responsibility

RFK Rebrand – Branding Refresh

ASMR – Viral Marketing Campaign

RFK Racing LinkedIn Page – LinkedIn Site

Gold Awards

King’s Hawaiian Partnership Announcement – Communication Plan

RFK Truckin’ (Navistar) – Social Media Campaign

Violet vs. Violet Campaign – Social Campaign

Kohler Generators Weekly Post – Social Ad Campaign

RFK Tune-In Graphics – Web Graphics

Honorable Mention

6 Days in Daytona – Video/Film Documentary

Fastenal’s Got Your Back – Social Campaign

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DIRTVision is set to bring a new experience to its subscribers with a live broadcast of Whiskey Myers’ concert on Sunday, Dec. 11, from the Macon Centreplex in Macon, GA.

As part of the multi-Platinum band’s 2022 Tornillo tour, the concert will start at 9pm (ET) – all part of the live DIRTVision broadcast available by signing up for a free registration by CLICKING HERE.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Whiskey Myers and bring DIRTVision subscribers and registered users our first live concert,” said DIRTVision General Manager Jim Chiappelli. “We’re always looking for ways to expand DIRTVision’s selection for fans and this is an exciting new broadcast with a fan-favorite band that has supported the World of Outlaws all year.”

Whiskey Myers shares its birthplace with the World of Outlaws, having formed in Texas and now selling out shows across the globe. Composed of members Cody Cannon, Cody Tate, John Jeffers, Jeff Hogg, Jamey Gleaves and Tony Kent, the group has sold more than 1.4 million albums and amassed nearly 2 billion streams while earning four RIAA Platinum & Gold certifications as an independent band.

Their latest self-produced album, Tornillo, is available everywhere now as the follow-up to 2019’s self-titled album, Whiskey Myers, which debuted at No. 1 on both the Country and Americana sales charts, No. 2 on the Rock chart and No. 6 on the all-genre Billboard 200 chart. The band known for their high-energy live show and unique sound has also had nine songs featured in Paramount Network’s hit show “Yellowstone,” plus an on-screen performance during season one, as well as songs featured in the Angelina Jolie film “Those Who Wish Me Dead” and hit CBS series “SEAL Team.”

Earlier this year, the band partnered with the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series, becoming the presenting sponsor of Johnny Gibson’s “4-wide Salute to the Fans.”

Those with a DIRTVision annual Platinum FAST PASS or monthly FAST PASS will be able to watch the concert, along with anyone who registers at DIRTVision.com for free access to the Video Vault and other content. Fans can sign up for a DIRTVision subscription free of charge by CLICKING HERE.

For more information on Whiskey Myers, visit WhiskeyMyers.com and follow on social media @WhiskeyMyers.

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The car and driver F1 season is always an exciting event. But with the 2022 season now over, many are wondering what to expect from the upcoming Formula 1 season. Some say it will be more competitive than ever, while others believe Mercedes will continue to dominate the sport.  There’s no way to know for sure until the first race has been run.

One thing is for sure: there will be some exciting races ahead!

1.     Ferrari's New Car and Their Chances For the Upcoming Season

Looking to reclaim their top spot in car and driver f1, Ferrari has debuted their newest car for the upcoming formula 1 driving season. The car has been impressively designed, with a sleek and aerodynamic frame that will give drivers an edge on the track. While it is still too early to tell how they will fare against the competition, Ferrari is hopeful that this car will help them secure the championship title.

Formula 1 driving is a notoriously competitive sport, and Ferrari is facing some stiff competition this year. But with a car like this, they have a real chance of taking the championship. The formula 1 2023 schedule for the upcoming season is already set, but it's anyone's guess who will come out on top.

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2. Mercedes' New Car and Their Chances For the Upcoming Season

As the new car for Mercedes is revealed, all eyes are on them to see how they will perform in the upcoming formula 1 driving season. With the fierce competition, can they pull ahead and take first place? Or will another team take the top spot?

What you need to know about F1 2023? Mercedes is confident their new car will give them the competitive edge they need to win the car and driver F1 championship this year. They have been working hard on the design and testing of the car, and they believe that it has the potential to be a game changer.

3. Red Bull Racing's New Car and Their Chances For the Upcoming Season

Red Bull Racing is set to make a big splash this formula 1 driving season with its new car. The team has put in a lot of hard work over the offseason, and they're looking to take home the championship trophy.

Red Bull Racing is one of the most successful Formula One teams in recent history. They have won four drivers' championships and four constructors' championships. However, they have not been able to win a championship since 2013. This may change in the upcoming season, as they have unveiled their new car, the RB15.

The RB15 is highly anticipated, and many experts predict it will be very competitive. Red Bull Racing has always been known for its impressive design, and the RB15 is no exception. It features a new aerodynamic package that is expected to give the team an edge over its competitors.

Red Bull Racing is a team to watch in the upcoming car and driver F1 season. They have a strong car and plenty of experience and talent behind them. If everything goes according to plan, they could very well be crowned champions once again.

4. McLaren's New Car and Their Chances For the Upcoming Season

McLaren is planning to unveil their new car on February 14th, just in time for the start of the car and driver f1 season. This will be their first car under new ownership, and they are hoping for a much better season than the one they had last year.

Despite their poor performance last year, McLaren still has a chance to win the Formula 1 driving championship this year. Their new car is already looking promising, and their drivers are some of the best in the business. With some luck and good driving, McLaren could be on their way to winning the championship.

5. Renault Sport Formula One Team's New Car and Their Chances For the Upcoming Season

Renault Sport Formula One Team is gearing up for the new season with a shiny new car and high hopes. The team has worked hard over the winter testing period and feels confident they can challenge for the top spot.

One of the most significant changes for the Renault Sport Formula One Team is the switch to Honda power. This should give them a boost in performance, and they hope to fight at the front of the grid by the end of the season.

When F1 new season will start? There have been some rumors that the season might start as late as October, but nothing has been confirmed as of yet. So F1 fans will just have to wait and see what happens. Stay tuned. We'll keep you posted on everything you need to know about this thrilling sport.

Public ticket sales begin today for two premier events next year at Portland International Raceway (PIR): the Pacific Office Automation 147 (June 2-3, 2023), featuring the NASCAR Xfinity Series, and the Grand Prix of Portland (Sept. 1-3, 2023), featuring the NTT INDYCAR SERIES. Beginning at 10 a.m. PT, 2-Day tickets go on sale for the Pacific Office Automation 147 at NASCARPortland.com, and 3-Day tickets for the Grand Prix of Portland will be available at portlandgp.com. 

Multi-day Grandstand seats, General Admission tickets, parking passes and limited RV spaces will be available for both events. Pit and Paddock Passes can also be purchased for the Grand Prix of Portland. Single-Day tickets for each race weekend will be released in 2023.

"Two action-packed weekends are on tap again at PIR for our great Pacific Northwest race fans to experience," said Jerry Jensen, vice president and general manager of Green Savoree Portland, LLC, which owns and operates both events at PIR. "The Pacific Office Automation 147 weekend will be a double feature. The ARCA Menards Series West races on Friday this time followed by the NASCAR Xfinity Series race on Saturday afternoon. Then the NTT INDYCAR SERIES returns on its traditional Labor Day weekend date with the season championship in its final stages at the Grand Prix of Portland.

"Great seats are available now for both events with 2-Day Grandstand tickets to the Pacific Office Automation 147 starting at $70 and 3-Day Grandstand seats to the Grand Prix of Portland available for as low as $85!” continued Jensen.

Both the Pacific Office Automation 147 and Grand Prix of Portland offer a tremendous family value and experience. Children 12 and under receive free general admission to both events and get complimentary access to the NTT INDYCAR SERIES Paddock throughout the Grand Prix of Portland weekend when accompanied by a ticketed adult.

All ticket pricing and options are posted online at NASCARPortland.com and portlandgp.com. Purchases may also be made by calling 503-400-6070. Stay up to speed on both events on social media all year long by following #NASCARPortland and #PortlandGP or by signing up for the E-Club. The complete weekend schedules for the Pacific Office Automation 147 and Grand Prix of Portland will be released in 2023.

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Dylan Cappello, the championship-winning lead race engineer for Front Row Motorsports (FRM) and its No. 38 truck team, will have no time to waste this week. Cappello, 26, put his name on the entry list for this weekend’s Snowflake 100 at Five Flags Speedway in Pensacola, Florida knowing that he may be in Nashville celebrating a championship with Zane Smith and the rest of his FRM teammates.

With Smith securing the championship earlier this month in Phoenix, it put the plan in place for Cappello to fly from Nashville to Pensacola, with other members of the truck team, to try and race for a win in the prestigious 100-lap pro-late model event. Although it will make for a hectic schedule, Cappello is excited to get behind the wheel of his late model.

“It will certainly be a busy week with the Championship Awards in Nashville and then immediately flying to Florida to qualify and race,” said Cappello. “But I would not want it any other way. We all worked so hard this year to win the championship and it will be fun to celebrate in Nashville. I’m going to miss practice, but I know that we’ll be ready to qualify. It’s just going to be a really fun week and we’re all ready to get it started.”

Cappello is no stranger to success behind the wheel of a pro late model. In limited starts, he has three wins including the 2022 All-Star Showdown at Irwindale (Calif.) Speedway earlier this year. The one advantage Cappello knows he has going for him this weekend is the interest of his team at the track and at home. That includes Smith who will be watching.

“For sure, I’ll be watching Dylan,” said Smith, driver of the No. 38 Ford F-150. “He has been a crucial part to this No. 38 team’s championship success, so it is only fitting that we root for him this weekend. He’s not only a great engineer and teammate, but also a great racer. It’s cool when guys on your team race, too. I’ll be tuned in and we all wish him luck.”

Cappello will hit the track for the Snowflake 100 on Saturday with coverage beginning at 2 p.m. ET on RacingAmerica.tv, click here to find out more information on the PPV broadcast.

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After hosting three successful Track Laps for Charity events this year that have raised $38,000 for local charities, Talladega Superspeedway is set for the fourth and final event of 2022 this Saturday, Dec. 3. It will benefit Toys for Tots, which collects new, unwrapped toys and distributes those toys to less fortunate children at Christmas.

Track Laps for Charity, which gives those in attendance the ability to make three laps around the 2.66-mile mammoth track in their personal vehicles plus tour the incredible infield Talladega Garage Experience (Big Bill’s & Pit Road Grill will be open), will be held from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. CDT. The minimal $50 donation per car/truck for the three laps will help raise funds for the speedway's outreach fund, 'DEGA Gives, a donor advised fund of The NASCAR Foundation, which will donate the money raised to Toys for Tots.

In addition, the track is encouraging attendees to bring a new, unwrapped toy that will be given to kids by Toys for Tots, which is celebrating its 75^th anniversary in 2022. Pre-registration is highly recommended for Saturday’s event and can be found, along with rules and guidelines, at https://www.talladegasuperspeedway.com/events/track-laps/ or by clicking here. Track Laps for Charity can also be purchased the day of the event. 

Officials at Talladega Superspeedway are thankful for the incredible support by the local community, as well as tourists, for the first three Track Laps for Charity fundraisers, which raised $12,500 for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Alabama and East Central Alabama, $15,000 for United Way of North Talladega County, and $10,500 for A League of Our Own - Oxford, an organization that gives mentally and physically disabled children the chance to play baseball.

“What a great time of the year this is," said Brian Crichton, President of Talladega Superspeedway. “We are so excited about this Saturday as we continue with the holiday season. We are grateful to so many people who have been a part of our Track Laps for Charity events this year and will strive to make our final event in ’22 the best yet. By partnering with Toys for Tots, our goal is to make the holidays extra special for many deserving kids. Come see us!”

As part of the Talladega Garage Experience Open House, families will get a sneak peek at the 140,000 SF area, complete with Kids Zone and Game Zone, the unique 35,000 square foot “BIG BILL’s” covered Open Air Social Club, and Ruoff Mortgage Victory Lane. Attendees will be able to take their photograph beside Talladega Superspeedway’s Official Pace Car and the traditional Vulcan Trophy (miniature version of the colossal Vulcan statue - www.visitvulcan.com - that is awarded to each NASCAR Cup Series winner at ’Dega). Both will be placed in Ruoff Mortgage Victory Lane where Chase Elliott celebrated after he captured the YellaWood 500 in October.

Guests at Saturday’s Track Laps For Charity event will see how race fans, who will be attending next spring’s GEICO 500, will be immersed into the sport of NASCAR by being up-close to NASCAR’s top drivers and teams via a fan walkway under the same roof as the NASCAR Cup Series garage bays. The GEICO 500 NASCAR Cup Series race will culminate a tripleheader weekend, April 22-23, 2023. For race weekend (which also includes the Saturday, April 22 Ag-Pro 300 for the NASCAR Xfinity Series and General Tire 200 for the ARCA Menards Series) ticket information, log onto www.talladegasuperspeedway.com. Ross Chastain, who finished second in the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series Championship battle, is the defending champion of the GEICO 500.

Fans are encouraged to keep up with all the happenings at the biggest, baddest race track on the planet by following Talladega Superspeedway on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, as well as in the NASCAR Tracks App for the latest speedway news.

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