Tag: Peter Britten

BEST FOR LAST: Mat Williamson captures Big Gator championship with second win

Mat Williamson makes last lap pass to win for the second race in a row, while Jack Lehner lands second DIRTcar Nationals podium finish Mat Williamson quite literally “saved the best for last,” for a second race in a row at the Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals. The St. Catharines, ON driver made a last

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

YEAR IN REVIEW: Sheppard Wins Ninth Title, Several New Contenders Step Up In 2022

Matt Sheppard wins ninth title, while a stellar rookie class showed high level of competitive potential From February to November, the 2022 season for the Super DIRTcar Series produced a thrilling tour up and down the east coast. The season started in Florida with Jimmy Phelps earning his first Big Gator Championship and continued through

WHAT TO WATCH FOR: Big Blocks get ready for double feature weekend at Weedsport Speedway

Matt Sheppard looks to claim his sixth victory, while Jimmy Phelps looks to repeat breakout SummerFAST success at home track as Super DIRT Week inches closer The Super DIRTcar Series Big Block Modifieds will return to Weedsport Speedway for one last time this season, Sept.10-11, for the Cavalcade Weekend. It will include a $7,500-to-win, 60-lap

Super DIRTcar Series Ransomville Feature postponed to Thursday evening

With heavy rain arriving at Ransomville Speedway just before the start of Wednesday’s Super DIRTcar Series Feature, the Summer Nationals 75-lap event was postponed to Thursday, Aug. 25. Gates will open at 6pm (ET) with Hot Lap starting at 7:30pm and the Super DIRTcar Series Feature projected to start at 8pm – followed by the

50 TO 50: Drivers discuss what makes Super DIRT Week special as 50th nears

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

1 MONTH ALERT: Cavalcade Weekend at Weedsport Speedway returns Sept. 10-11

The Super DIRTcar Series will make its final trip of the year to Weedsport Speedway for the doubleheader Cavalcade Weekend, Sept. 10-11. The two-day event will see the best Big Block Modified drivers in the country compete for a $7,500 payday on Saturday, Sept. 10, and then a $10,000 top prize and NAPA Super DIRT

1 MONTH ALERT: Inaugural SummerFAST creates new Northeast epic Aug. 16-18

One of the biggest weekends in Northeast motorsports will become a special week-long event with the debut of the Super DIRTcar Series SummerFAST, Aug. 16-18. Leading up to the NASCAR Watkins Glen International weekend, the Super DIRTcar Series will run three consecutive races during the week – Tuesday, Aug. 16, at Brewerton Speedway, Wednesday, Aug.

1 MONTH ALERT: Hall of Fame 100 at Weedsport Speedway set for July 24

The Super DIRTcar Series returns to Weedsport Speedway for the second time this season with the chance for one driver to claim a guaranteed starting spot in the 50th Running of NAPA Super DIRT Week. The Hall of Fame 100, on Sunday, July 24, will see The Beast of the Northeast battle for 100 laps

GAME OF MILLIMETERS: Peter Britten finding momentum at right time

Peter Britten has been measuring his season in millimeters. And not only because he’s an Aussie. To him, being off by a “millimeter” with his race car’s setup could mean the difference between winning and far from it. When he and his team unloaded in February for DIRTcar Nationals they were on point. The car

HAIL TO THE KING: Bridgeport holds crown for opening Super DIRTcar Series event

The battle to be king has intensified. Along with crowning a new King of the Blocks at Bridgeport Motorsports Park, Tuesday, May 3, the event will also serve as the 2022 Super DIRTcar Series championship season opener. Becoming an instant fan favorite when the Series first visited the 3/8-mile New Jersey track in 2020 due