CELEBRATING 60 YEARS: A Look Back at 60 Years of Action at Albany-Saratoga Speedway
April 15, 2025
The Super DIRTcar Series kicks off the track’s 60th season on Friday, April 18
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Remembering Will Cagle
February 7, 2025
Will Cagle, a four-time Super DIRTcar Series champion, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 5. He was 86 years old. The Tampa, FL driver first came to the Northeast in 1959, before his iconic No. 24 car became a regular fixture in Victory Lane in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s. Known as the “Tampa Terror,” he
SOUND AND FURY: What Makes Big Block Engines Special?
February 7, 2025
The Super DIRTcar Series, the World of Outlaws Late Models, and the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars each represent the pinnacle of professional racing for their respective divisions. While visually unique from one another, the Big Block Modified of the Super DIRTcar Series hides its secret weapon underneath the hood: the formidable,
YEAR IN REVIEW: History Made, New Milestones Reached in 2024 Super DIRTcar Series Season
December 31, 2024
From Volusia Speedway Park in February to The Dirt Track at Charlotte in November, the 2024 Super DIRTcar Series season had many twists and turns, culminating in Mat Williamson’s second Series championship. Those twists and turns created many thrilling moments throughout out 2024, ones that won’t be forgotten as the Series prepares for 2025. Here’s
MULTI-TIME CHAMPS: Mat Williamson Joins Elite Group With Second Super DIRTcar Series Title
December 6, 2024
When Mat Williamson secured his second Super DIRTcar Series championship at The Dirt Track at Charlotte, he joined an elite group in Big Block Modified history. The St. Catharines, ON driver became the ninth driver to earn their second Series championship, and first since Matt Sheppard accomplished that feat in 2010. Here’s a look at
1 MONTH ALERT: Super DIRT Week 52 Bringing Biggest Party Yet to Oswego
September 6, 2024
All the biggest races are under lights, highlighted by the Billy Whittaker Cars 200 now on Saturday night for the first time Super DIRT Week will live up to its name of “Racing’s Biggest Party” on and off the track for its 52nd running, Oct. 7-12. From increased purses for the drivers to increased activities
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Super DIRTcar Series Kicks off 2024 Season at DIRTcar Nationals
February 12, 2024
A trip to the Sunshine State awaits the Super DIRTcar Series as it prepares for its annual gator hunt. The Beasts of the Northeast kick off its 2024 season at the 53rd annual Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals at Volusia Speedway Park, Feb. 14-17. Drivers will battle for four nights at “The World’s Fastest Half-Mile,” starting with
Brett Hearn Inducted Into EMPA Hall of Fame, Set For DIRTcar Nationals Return
January 17, 2024
At 65 years old, Brett Hearn isn’t done collecting accolades and he isn’t done racing. A month before heading south to compete with the Super DIRTcar Series during Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals (Feb. 14-17), Hearn was inducted into the Eastern Motorsports Press Association Hall of Fame. Already in the Northeast Dirt Motorsports Hall of
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Super DIRT Week Brings Nearly 300 Cars, 30,000 Fans, Endless Storylines
October 3, 2023
The City of Oswego has been transformed into the dirt Modified capital of the world this week to celebrate Racing’s Biggest Party – Super DIRT Week 51. Nearly 300 cars are already entered among the Super DIRTcar Series Big Block Modifieds, DIRTcar 358 Modifieds, DIRTcar Sportsman and DIRTcar Pro Stocks – all vying for a
BATTLE OF THE TITANS: Sheppard wins battle against Hearn at Orange County for second season win
July 6, 2023
Sheppard uses second half surge to power past Larry Wight, Brett Hearn on the way to victory Two generations of the most successful talents in Super DIRTcar Series Big Block Modified racing faced off at Orange County Fair Speedway Wednesday night to battle for a $7,500 payday. Nine-time and defending Super DIRTcar Series champion Matt
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Super DIRTcar Series set to Finish Battle for the Fairgrounds at Orange County
July 3, 2023
The stars of the Super DIRTcar Series return to Orange County Fair Speedway on Wednesday, July 5 The Super DIRTcar Series returns to action this week with a journey back to Orange County Fair Speedway to complete the postponed event from May. They’ll head back to Middletown, NY on Wednesday, July 5, to complete three
NOT DONE YET: Legend Brett Hearn to debut new chassis at Orange County Fair Speedway
May 5, 2023
Using a new protoype chassis that he helped create, Brett Hearn takes to his home track where it all began to compete against the Series stars After arguably the most successful Dirt Modified racing career in history that has spanned five decades, Brett Hearn still isn’t done giving to the sport. The iconic driver will
LIST OF LEGENDS: Orange County Fair Speedway’s List of Winners Highlighted by Champions
May 5, 2023
Big Block Modified icons make up majority of Orange County Fair Speedway winners list Less than two hours from New York City is an iconic 5/8-mile oval with an impressive history of fostering Big Block Modified champions – Orange County Fair Speedway in Middletown, NY. For more than 90 years the track’s Victory Lane has
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Super DIRTcar Series Returns to Orange County Fair Speedway With Star-Studded Field
May 2, 2023
Defending Series champion Matt Sheppard looks for his first points-paying win of the season, Mat Williamson looks to continue with early season momentum, and Hall of Famer Brett Hearn makes his Super DIRTcar Series return The Super DIRTcar Series will make its first trip of the championship season to Orange County Fair Speedway for the
1 MONTH ALERT: Beasts of The Northeast Invade Orange County Fair Speedway on May 7
April 7, 2023
The Super DIRTcar Series will make its 22nd visit to Orange County Fair Speedway on Sunday, May 7 with a $7,500 payday on the line. Every year, the high-speed 5/8-mile track tests the limits of the Beasts of the Northeast and their machines. Looking through history, the track has favored those who have their name
SINGLE FOCUS: Matt Sheppard prepares to compete for 10th Super DIRTcar Series title
March 9, 2023
After a season of career defining success, Matt Sheppard plans to continue with winning formula With his reputation already established as one of the most successful drivers in Super DIRTcar Series history, Matt Sheppard isn’t done yet. This year, “Super” Matt will look to produce another historic season as he chases a 10th Series title, a fourth Super DIRT Week Billy
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Points positions throughout the Super DIRTcar Series field far from settled entering World Finals
November 1, 2022
Matt Sheppard prepares to win his historic ninth title, while Mat Williamson and Jimmy Phelps battle for second in point, Marc Johnson tries to fight for a podium and fourth through seventh are only separated by 28 points The Super DIRTcar Series will join their World of Outlaws brethren for the World of Outlaws World
50 TO 50: Drivers discuss what makes Super DIRT Week special as 50th nears
August 14, 2022
With 50 days to go, the excitement for the 50th NAPA Super DIRT Week is building among drivers and fans Ask any Big Block Modified driver about NAPA Super DIRT Week and they’ll tell you… “It’s our Super Bowl,” said Super DIRTcar Series star Jimmy Phelps, echoing the sentiment of his competitors. The event, which
Double Trouble: Matt Sheppard becomes season’s first driver to win back-to-back Features with Orange County victory
July 29, 2022
Anthony Perrego scores second place with a solid performance on his home track, while Max McLaughlin rounds out the podium in third Eight-time and defending Super DIRTcar Series Champion Matt Sheppard became the first driver of the 2022 season to score back-to-back Feature wins when he crossed the finish line at Orange County Fair Speedway
WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Super DIRTcar Series ventures to New York’s southern tier at Orange County Fair Speedway
July 26, 2022
Brett Hearn will make his first appearance of the season while Matt Sheppard looks to keep his points lead, several Orange County regulars battle for their first Series win of the year and more The Super DIRTcar Series will venture to the southern tier of New York for the first and only stop of the