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TO BE THE BEST: Mike Mahaney Aiming High in Full-Time Return

After a solid start to the 2023 season, Mahaney saw the perfect opportunity to rejoin the Super DIRTcar Series full time this year Growing up at racetracks, watching his dad race, Mike Mahaney not only became a fan, but a student. He saw the trials and tribulations of being a race car driver and what

A NIGHT TO REMEMBER: Chris Hile captures first Series win at Albany-Saratoga

After more than 70 starts, Hile beats stout field at Albany-Saratoga Speedway for his first Super DIRTcar Series victory; Adam Pierson scores first podium of the season Chris Hile’s night at Albany-Saratoga Speedway ended with an exclamation mark as he won the 71-lap, $7,500-to-win, Super DIRTcar Series Feature – the first of his career. The

STEPPIN’ UP: Ronnie Davis III Eager to Build Notebook in Rookie Year

Ronnie Davis III continues first full-time journey on the Super DIRTcar Series tour at Albany-Saratoga Speedway and Airborne Speedway Ronnie Davis III entered 2023 eager for the biggest challenge of his career – running full-time with the Super DIRTcar Series. For the Syracuse, NY driver, it’s a dream come true. There was no hesitation when

Lebanon Valley Speedway 2022

Six Events Set to Award Super DIRT Week Guaranteed Starting Spots

Super DIRTcar Series drivers will have six chances to lock themselves into the prestigious Billy Whittaker Cars 200 at Super DIRT Week 51 this year. Six events – across four tracks – will award six drivers with the illustrious prize, guaranteeing them a starting spot in the 200-lap Feature at Oswego Speedway on Sunday, Oct.

Racing at Albany-Saratoga Speedway 2022

1 MONTH ALERT: Albany-Saratoga, Airborne to Host June Weekday Events

The Super DIRTcar Series has reserved June for weekday stops at Albany-Saratoga Speedway and Airborne Speedway. First, the Series will make an early summer visit to Albany-Saratoga for the Summer Starter 71 on Tuesday, June 13. Then, The Beasts of the Northeast will return to Airborne Speedway, in Plattsburgh, NY, for the first time since

Lyle DeVore named 47th Auto-Racing Promoter of the Year at 50th RPM@Daytona Workshop

Lyle DeVore of Malta, N.Y., who promotes Albany-Saratoga Speedway in Malta, N.Y., was introduced as the 47th annual Auto-Racing Promoter of the Year this afternoon at the 50th annual RPM@Daytona Workshops presented at the Shores Resort & Spa in Daytona Beach, Florida, representing Region One, as part of the Eastern Region of RPM balloting. “This has been

Lyle DeVore Finding Strength in Racing Community to Fight Cancer

Lyle DeVore has many reasons to enter the 2023 racing season with a smile, but one in particular is putting a smile on more than just his face. After a year of battling rectal cancer, going through chemo treatments – all while running Albany-Saratoga Speedway – good news arrived. He’s in the lead. “Some of the cancer

FULL RESET: Peter Britten looks to fulfill untapped potential in 2023

Peter Britten ended 2022 with a top-five finish in points. While many drivers would be satisfied with that result, the Brisbane, Queensland native firmly believes there is more to his potential. “Last year, especially on the Super DIRTcar Series, I felt like we left a lot on the table,” Britten said. “We had a few

Super DIRTcar Series Adds Second Albany-Saratoga Date, Returns to Airborne

The 2023 Super DIRTcar Series schedule continues to tease a thrilling new season with the addition of a second date at Albany-Saratoga Speedway and its return to Airborne Speedway. The Series will make its first trip of the year to Albany-Saratoga Speedway, in Malta, NY, for the Summer Starter 71 on Tuesday, June 13, and

Adam Pierson #215 car

JUST GETTING STARTED: Adam Pierson takes lessons from rookie season into 2023

After a successful rookie season on the Super DIRTcar Series that included two top-five finishes and seven top-10 finishes, Adam Pierson is just getting started. The East Corinth, VT native took detailed notes on his rookie season experiences and intends to put it all to use in 2023. “Probably the biggest thing that we learned

ONE FOCUS: Points racing is no longer on Matt Sheppard’s mind, only wins

With five races remaining on the 2022 Super DIRTcar Series tour and a 123-point lead entering the Malta Massive Weekend on Saturday, Matt Sheppard has one focus. “The heck with the points racing. We want to win races,” said Sheppard, of Waterloo, NY, as he eyes his ninth Super DIRTcar Series title this year. “I

1 MONTH ALERT: Malta Massive weekend at Albany-Saratoga returns Sept. 24

The Super DIRTcar Series will make its second and final stop of the season at Albany-Saratoga Speedway on Saturday, Sept. 24, with massive rewards on the line. There will be a $10,000 payday and a guaranteed starting spot in the 50th Running of NAPA Auto Parts Super DIRT Week (Oct. 3-9) up for grabs during

RECAPTURING THE FLAG: Mahaney Repeats Magic at Home Track on Flat Front Left Tire

Marc Johnson posts solid second-place finish and Mat Williamson becomes new Super DIRTcar Series points leader Nine months after jumping atop the roof of his #35 Big Block Modified at Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Mike Mahaney found himself doing so again Friday night. He’d conquered the Massive Malta Weekend at Albany-Saratoga Speedway last September, earning his first

WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Super DIRTcar Series Charges Back into Action at Albany-Saratoga

Mat Williamson looks to overtake points lead, as Kenny Tremont Jr. and Matt Delorenzo look to challenge series regulars The Beasts of the Northeast return to Albany-Saratoga Speedway, Friday, June 24, for the fifth round in the championship battle this year. The Big Block Modifieds will compete for $7,500 on the 4/10-mile oval and continue