Mat Williamson Reflects on Third DIRTcar Nationals Championship, Looks Ahead to 2026 Title Defense
February 18, 2026
The St. Catharines, ON driver tied Larry Wight for the most DIRTcar Nationals Big Gator Championships
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BACK TO BUSINESS: Stewart Friesen Ready For Super DIRTcar Series Return at DIRTcar Nationals
January 26, 2026
It’s the Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON driver’s first Series appearance since his crash at Autodrome Drummond
SRI Performance, Stock Car Steel & Aluminum Continue Partnership with World Racing Group for 2025 Super DIRTcar Series Season
February 11, 2025
SRI Performance and Stock Car Steel & Aluminum is proud to announce the continuation of its long-standing partnership with World Racing Group for the 2025 Super DIRTcar Series season. As part of this ongoing collaboration, SRI/SCSA will again present a $100 cash bonus to the driver who redraws the No. 1 position in each redraw,
FUN IN FLORIDA: Stone Family Takes Advantage of Track Time at DIRTcar Nationals
January 29, 2025
Super DIRTcar Series regular Justin Stone and his dad Todd will compete in a UMP Modified at Volusia Speedway Park
1 MONTH ALERT: Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals Returns Bigger Than Ever
December 30, 2024
The 12 days of Christmas may be over, but 15 days of Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals are still to come. Attracting hundreds of the best dirt racing drivers in the country, displaying a fair-like atmosphere in the midway and presenting nightly edge-of-your-seat racing, the massive Volusia Speedway Park event is bigger than ever in
BUSINESS AS USUAL: Matt Sheppard Looks Ahead to Super DIRTcar Series Title Defense
March 15, 2024
Matt Sheppard had a memorable start to the 2024 season, picking up two Super DIRTcar Series wins at Florida’s Volusia Speedway Park – his first at the track in five years. But when it comes to defending his 10th Super DIRTcar Series title, the Sunshine State is already in the Waterloo, NY driver’s rear-view mirror. “I
Anthony Perrego Reflects on Strong Start, Aims For Continued Super DIRTcar Series Success
March 6, 2024
After a solid finish to 2023, Anthony Perrego wasted no time showing he could be a Super DIRTcar Series title contender in 2024. The Montgomery, NY driver thrived at Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals, earning three top fives at Volusia Speedway Park. That stretch includes back-to-back second-place finishes, capitalizing on his momentum entering the season.
Larry Wight Finds Early Success With New Baseline Setup
February 23, 2024
Larry Wight may have found a successful formula for the 2024 Super DIRTcar Series season. After two years of struggling, he made a pivotal adjustment to his shock program during the offseason, leaning on advice from the Series’ most recent championship duo. “We made a switch to Integra Shocks,” Wight said. “I reached out to
DOUBLING UP: Mat Williamson Wins Second Consecutive DIRTcar Nationals Big Gator Trophy
February 17, 2024
For the second straight season, Mat Williamson is taking a Big Gator trophy back to Canada. With a win and three top five finishes, the St. Catharines, ON driver edged Matt Sheppard by six points to win the 2024 Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals title at Volusia Speedway Park. He also picks up $2,000 for
LUCKY GATOR: Matt Sheppard Scores Chaotic DIRTcar Nationals Win at Volusia
February 17, 2024
Matt Sheppard found himself in the right place at the right time Friday night at Volusia Speedway Park. The 10-time Super DIRTcar Series champion inherited first place after Larry Wight’s misfortune, leading the final seven laps to score his second Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals win. “Lady luck was definitely on my side tonight,” Sheppard
ULTIMATE OPPORTUNIST: Mat Williamson Wins Thrilling DIRTcar Nationals Feature at Volusia
February 16, 2024
Mat Williamson knows the winning formula at Volusia Speedway Park. And he executed it for the third time at DIRTcar Nationals Thursday night. On a restart with five laps to go, the St. Catharines, ON driver roared from fourth to first, passing Anthony Perrego with three laps remaining to score his first Super DIRTcar Series
FORTUNE 500: Matt Sheppard Wins Opening Night of DIRTcar Nationals, Scores 500th Career Feature Victory
February 15, 2024
Matt Sheppard opened Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals with the Super DIRTcar Series by making history. After a whirlwind 30 laps of taking the lead, falling to seventh and then roaring back to the lead in 19 laps, the Waterloo, NY driver scored his 95th Series win and 500th career victory. “It’s so huge,” Sheppard
Jimmy Phelps Ready For Super DIRTcar Series Title Fight in 2024
February 13, 2024
In 18 years, Jimmy Phelps has reached the podium of the Super DIRTcar Series standings nine times. But he’s far from satisfied. The Baldwinsville, NY driver enters his 19th full season with one goal—adding a championship to his mantle. For that to happen, Phelps said he knows where his Heinke-Baldwin Racing #98H needs to be
Felix Roy Aims For New Super DIRTcar Series Goal in Sophomore Season
February 9, 2024
Felix Roy accomplished his Super DIRTcar Series goal in 2023 by winning Rookie of the Year. And now, he’s eyeing a new one. When the Napierville, QC driver starts his 2024 season at Volusia Speedway Park during Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals Feb. 14-17, his mind is on one thing. Winning. “I’m trying to get
Mat Williamson Ready to Defend DIRTcar Nationals Title at Volusia
February 8, 2024
Only one word describes Mat Williamson’s Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals in 2023. Storybook. The St. Catharines, ON driver, scored two Super DIRTcar Series wins at Volusia Speedway Park with thrilling last-lap passes on Jack Lehner and Demetrios Drellos, paving the way to his first big gator trophy. He’ll return to Volusia on Feb. 14-17
Justin Stone Embraces Super DIRTcar Series Challenge in 2024
February 7, 2024
Justin Stone watched the Super DIRTcar Series from the grandstands as a kid. And in 2024, kids will watch him as he begins his first full-time season on tour. The Middlebury, VT driver has signed on as the fourth rookie of the year contender in 2024, joining Matt Caprara, Alex Payne, and Mike Trautschold. Like those other
Mike Trautschold Eager For Super DIRTcar Series Rookie Campaign
February 2, 2024
Mike Trautschold had a simple reason to join the Super DIRTcar Series. He wants to compete with the best drivers in Big Block Modified racing. “It’s the best of the best,” Trautschold said. “I love competition. To be the best, you have to beat the best. And that’s it.” The Roscoe, NY driver is the
Alex Payne Ready For First Full Year With Super DIRTcar Series in 2024
January 24, 2024
After a year of building and preparing his program, Alex Payne is set to join the Super DIRTcar Series full time in 2024. The Hopewell, NY driver will battle for Rookie of the Year honors after a two-win season that included his first DIRTcar Big Block Modified win at Land of Legends Raceway. But 2023
Anthony Perrego Aims For Fast Start at DIRTcar Nationals After Strong Finish to 2023
January 19, 2024
Anthony Perrego is riding a wave of momentum entering 2024. And after winning his final two races of 2023, he hopes to keep that momentum rolling at Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals at Volusia Speedway Park, Feb. 14-17. Perrego’s trip to Volusia in the iconic Vinny Salerno-owned #4* car will be his first since 2020.
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