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Matt Sheppard

BUSINESS AS USUAL: Matt Sheppard Looks Ahead to Super DIRTcar Series Title Defense

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

Matt Sheppard, Mat Williamson, and Jack Lehner battle at Volusia Speedway Park

WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Super DIRTcar Series Kicks off 2024 Season at DIRTcar Nationals

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

Mike Trautschold

Mike Trautschold Eager For Super DIRTcar Series Rookie Campaign 

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

SRI ReDraw

SRI Performance, Stock Car Steel Return as Super DIRTcar Series Re-Draw Sponsor

SRI Performance and Stock Car Steel & Aluminum will again give Super DIRTcar Series drivers the chance to earn more money each race by sponsoring the Re-Draw Award. Along with securing the pole for the night’s Feature by drawing the #1 pill, drivers will receive $100 from the SRI/Stock Car Steel Re-Draw Award. “We could

Jack Lehner

Jack Lehner Aims For DIRTcar Nationals Redemption in 2024

Jack Lehner is looking for one thing when the Super DIRTcar Series returns to Volusia Speedway Park in February—redemption.  The Saratoga Springs, NY driver led 2023’s Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals finale until the final lap when Mat Williamson snuck by him in traffic, dropping him to second. It’s a heartbreak that lingers with Lehner.

Sheppard, Victory Lane, 2023 The Dirt Track

EYES ON THE TARGET: Matt Sheppard earns trip back to Victory Lane at World Finals

Sheppard extends points lead by six to 83 with fourth season win, inches closer to 10th Series title Matt Sheppard’s timing couldn’t be better. The nine-time and defending Series champion returned to Victory Lane at The Dirt Track at Charlotte for the first time since 2017 on Thursday night with a potential 10th Super DIRTcar

Jimmy Phelps Matt Sheppard World Finals at The Dirt Track

QUICK TIME: Sheppard, Phelps Score Pole Awards on World Finals Qualifying Night

Matt Sheppard scored the Billy Whittaker Fast Time Award in Friday’s Qualifying round to extend his points lead to 77 The Super DIRTcar Series Big Blocks kicked off four nights of racing at the World of Outlaws World Finals with the Low-E Insulation Qualifying night to lock in positions for Thursday and Friday’s Heat Races.

ALL DIRT ROADS: Max McLaughlin hungry for first World Finals win

After a second-place finish at Super DIRT Week 51, Max McLaughlin is ready to end a challenging season on a high note There’s power in knowing your objective. For Max McLaughlin, when it comes to the 2023 World of Outlaws World Finals, that objective is easy. Win. “We’re going for a win,” McLaughlin said. “We’ve

World Finals 3X4

World Finals Registration Now Open

Drivers can now register for the World of Outlaws World Finals at The Dirt Track at Charlotte, Nov. 1-4. The four-day epic for the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series, World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Model Series and Super DIRTcar Series will see drivers qualify on Wednesday, Nov. 1, and

Charlie Mellilo

Charlie Mellilo Joins Executive Team at World Racing Group

World Racing Group expanded its executive team by adding Charlie Mellilo as its Chief Media and Marketing Officer. Most recently, Charlie led Global Client Services for Endeavor Streaming, the direct-to-consumer technology division of Endeavor. In his new role, Charlie will oversee all areas of content creation, production, distribution and marketing for all World Racing Group