Thursday, September 10, 2026 Archives

Nine New Names Earn B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Invitational Qualifier Wins in August

By Ben Deatherage VINTON, Iowa (Aug. 26, 2026) — August competition added nine new drivers to the Sunoco IMCA Stock Car eligibility list for the B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Invitational, while nine already eligible drivers added to their qualifying win totals. Drivers become eligible by winning Speedway Motors IMCA-sanctioned events paying $1,000 or more to win, earning the opportunity to qualify for the B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Stock Car Invitational, held during the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s in September at Boone Speedway. Drivers winning qualifying events paying $5,000 or more receive automatic starting positions in the invitational. Already eligible drivers continued to collect qualifying victories throughout August. Brock Beeter won the Ole Olson Memorial at Nodak Speedway on Aug. 9, while Greg Peck collected victories during the Donald Green Tribute at Park Jefferson Speedway on Aug. 7 and the Bill Kirk Memorial there on Aug. 16. Jayce Reimer won Aug. 21 at Salt City Racing in Hutchinson, Kan., while Kelly Shryock captured the Harken Memorial at Kossuth County Speedway on Aug. 6. [Read More]

Seventeen More Drivers Earn Fast Shafts All-Star Invitational Eligibility in August

By Ben Deatherage VINTON, Iowa (Aug. 26, 2026) — Seventeen more drivers became eligible to attempt to qualify for the Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational with qualifying victories during August, while already eligible competitors continued to add wins at special events, touring races, and weekly programs across all five IMCA Modified regions. Drivers become eligible by winning IMCA-sanctioned events paying $1,000 or more to win, earning a place on the eligibility list to attempt to qualify for the Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational, held during the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s in September at Boone Speedway. Already eligible drivers continued to collect qualifying victories throughout August. Chaz Baca Jr. won the Harken Memorial at Kossuth County Speedway on Aug. 6. Brandon Beckendorf won Aug. 15 at Worthington Speedway, while Zane DeVilbiss won Aug. 1 at Aztec Speedway. Spencer Diercks captured the John Dubuque Classic at Dubuque Fairgrounds Speedway on Aug. 2. Charlie Fulton won Aug. 7 at The Hill Speedway, while Tripp Gaylord captured the Cowboy Challenge at Sheridan Speedway on Aug. 8. William [Read More]

All-Star Invitationals Bring 30-Car Fields and Big Awards to Super Nationals

By Ben Deatherage BOONE, Iowa (Aug. 25, 2026) — Thirty drivers in both the Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds and Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars will take center stage during America’s Racin’ Vacation at the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s when the Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational and B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Stock Car Invitational return to Boone Speedway. Drivers earned eligibility for the invitationals by winning designated All-Star qualifying events paying a minimum of $1,000 to win during the season and last fall. Two rounds of group time trials during Super Nationals week will determine the majority of the 30-car starting fields. The B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Stock Car Invitational is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 10, with qualifying Wednesday, Sept. 9. Round one of Stock Car group qualifying will advance five drivers from both the EQ Cylinder Heads Northern Region and Southern Region for 10 total qualifiers. Stock Car drivers who won IMCA-sanctioned events paying $5,000 or more to win are guaranteed starting positions in the Invitational. The remainder of the 30-car field will [Read More]

Harris Auto Racing Open House Returns Sept. 10 During Super Nationals

By Ben Deatherage BOONE, Iowa (Aug. 25, 2026) — Harris Auto Racing will once again open its doors to the racing community during America’s Racin’ Vacation, hosting its annual Open House from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, at its Boone facility. Located at 1775 219th Lane, the Harris Auto Racing facility will give visitors an opportunity to go behind the scenes, tour the shop, meet team members, and get an up-close look at the company’s 2027 chassis. Harris will have its latest chassis on display during the Open House, giving racers an opportunity to check out what is available for the 2027 season and talk directly with Harris representatives. Special promotional deals on select bumpers and kits will also be available during the event. A free lunch will be served during the Open House. The event coincides with the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s at nearby Boone Speedway, making the Open House a convenient stop for race teams and fans already in Boone. Visitors can learn more about Harris chassis for Modifieds, [Read More]

More Than $90,000 in Contingency Awards Up for Grabs at Super Nationals

By Ben Deatherage BOONE, Iowa (Aug. 20, 2026) — More than $90,000 in contingency awards will be up for grabs when hundreds of IMCA competitors converge on Boone Speedway for the 2026 Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. Competitors in all seven divisions will chase product, product certificates, gift cards, cash bonuses, and other awards throughout America’s Racin’ Vacation, Sept. 5-12. Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds, Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars, Sunoco IMCA Late Models, Sunoco IMCA Hobby Stocks, Karl Kustoms IMCA Northern SportMods, Stealth Racing IMCA Mod Lites, and Mach-1 IMCA Sport Compacts will all be part of the contingency program. Dozens of companies from throughout the motorsports industry have contributed to this year’s program, including Abilene Race Rads, AERO Race Wheels, AFCO, Allstar Performance, AutoMeter, Bassett, BHE, Brinn Transmission, BSB Manufacturing, Champ Pans, Coleman Racing Products, CPT Racing Manufacturing, Dominator Race Products, Dynamic Drivelines, Edelbrock, Eibach, EngineQuest, Fast Shafts, Finishline Racing Products, Harris Auto Racing, Hoosier Racing Tire, Hyperco, Integra Racing Shocks, Intercomp, Jaz Products, Jerovetz Motorsports Shock Service, Justice Brothers, Kevko Racing, Kirkey [Read More]

Women in IMCA Meet & Greet Returns to Super Nationals on Thursday, Sept. 10

By Ben Deatherage BOONE, Iowa (Aug. 21, 2026) — The popular Women in IMCA Meet & Greet returns to the NAPA Fan Zone at Boone Speedway on Thursday, Sept. 10, during the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. Presented by NAPA Auto Parts and Dynamic Drivelines and coordinated with the help of Andrea McCain, the event celebrates the many female competitors taking part in America’s Racin’ Vacation while giving fans an opportunity to meet the women behind the wheel. The Women in IMCA Meet & Greet has quickly become a popular part of Super Nationals week, with over a dozen female racers participating and interacting with fans during the event. Drivers will be on hand to meet fans, sign autographs, and share their experiences in racing. Select competitors will also have their race cars on display, giving fans an up-close look at the machines they will see competing throughout America’s Racin’ Vacation. The gathering gives fans of all ages an opportunity to meet female competitors from across the country and see firsthand the growing [Read More]

Freedom Race Lifts Offers Special Discount for IMCA Racers

By Ben Deatherage VINTON, Iowa (Aug. 20, 2026) — IMCA racers looking to upgrade their shop or pit equipment can save on products from Freedom Race Lifts through a special discount available to the IMCA community. Freedom Race Lifts, the Official Race Car Lift of IMCA, is offering 5% off purchases when customers use the promo code IMCA. Owned by engineer and former racer Josh Rodewald, Freedom Race Lifts has developed a line of portable, battery-operated vehicle lifts and jacks designed with racers and mechanics in mind. Its products utilize the company’s proprietary automatic safety locking systems and are designed to provide teams with portable lifting options both at the shop and at the race track. Freedom Race Lifts became the Official Race Car Lift of IMCA earlier this year as the company continued to expand its involvement in grassroots motorsports. Race teams will also have an opportunity to see the company’s products firsthand during the 2026 Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. Freedom Race Lifts will be on site during America’s Racin’ Vacation with [Read More]

NAPA Fan Zone Offers Full Week of Activities During Super Nationals

By Ben Deatherage VINTON, Iowa (Aug. 6, 2026) — The NAPA Fan Zone will once again serve as one of the busiest gathering places during the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s, offering activities throughout the week for drivers, crews, sponsors, and fans alike during America’s Racin’ Vacation. Located adjacent to the grandstands at Boone Speedway, the Fan Zone hosts everything from special recognition days and Race of Champions redraws to All-Star Invitational starting position draws, championship celebrations, and the annual engine auction. Activities begin during the NAPA Auto Parts Double Down Prelude weekend. On Saturday, the Boone County Chamber will welcome visitors to the Fan Zone before Super Nationals officially gets underway. Monday’s activities spotlight the future of the sport during Young Guns Day, featuring Junior National competitors. Thursday celebrates Women in IMCA, highlighting Lady Eagle competitors and the women who help make IMCA racing successful. Friday honors military service members during Veterans Appreciation Day, featuring display vehicles from the Salute to Veterans Tour. Championship Saturday concludes with the engine auction and Big [Read More]

Casey’s Continues Longtime Super Nationals Partnership

By Ben Deatherage VINTON, Iowa (Aug. 6, 2026) — For more than a decade, Casey’s has been more than the presenting sponsor of the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. The Iowa-based convenience store chain has become woven into the fabric of America’s Racin’ Vacation, supporting racers, fans, and meaningful charitable causes throughout race week at Boone Speedway. One of the company’s longest-running traditions is its partnership with Hope For The Warriors, a national nonprofit organization that provides assistance to combat-wounded service members, military families, and the families of those killed in action. Throughout Super Nationals, Casey’s and IMCA turn every heat race into a chance to give back, with this year’s contribution expected to total $5,000. The presentation will be made in front of the grandstand during Championship Saturday, bringing the partnership’s total contributions to nearly $75,000 over the past 14 years. “Being part of Super Nationals is incredibly special for Casey’s because it brings together two things that define who we are: being part of one of the biggest racing events in [Read More]

Busy Summer Stretch Adds 16 Drivers to B&B All-Star Stock Car Invitational Eligibility

By Ben Deatherage VINTON, Iowa (July 27, 2026) — Late June and July competition added 16 new drivers to the Sunoco IMCA Stock Car eligibility list for the B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Stock Car Invitational, while already eligible drivers continued to add to their qualifying win totals. Summer racing reached full stride with touring series, marquee specials, and weekly programs producing qualifying events throughout the EQ Cylinder Heads Northern and Southern regions. Drivers become eligible by winning Speedway Motors IMCA-sanctioned events paying $1,000 or more to win, earning the opportunity to qualify for the B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Stock Car Invitational, held during the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s in September at Boone Speedway. Drivers winning qualifying events paying $5,000 or more receive automatic starting positions in the invitational. Already eligible drivers continued to add to their qualifying win totals throughout late June and July. Braden Richards earned another qualifier during the June 29 Midwest Madness Tour event at Clay County Fair Speedway, while Curt Lund followed with a Midwest Madness Tour victory [Read More]