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James Captures Third Banks Mod Nationals Crown

By Jack Mitchell BANKS, Ore. (Aug. 8, 2026) — Bricen James added another chapter to his Whisler Construction Banks Modified Nationals legacy Saturday night at Sunset Speedway Park, leading all 40 laps of the $2,000-to-win Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified feature to earn his third career victory of the event and second straight. The Albany driver also collected his third DeVilbiss Racing Chassis Western Region victory of the 2026 season, with each of those wins coming at a different track. The Banks Mod Nationals was also a Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational qualifying event, but James was already on the eligibility list for the event, which will be held during the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s in September. Seventeen cars took the green for the 40-lap feature, which was slowed by just one caution. James wasted little time taking command and spent the evening fending off challenges from Craig Cassell, 2023 winner Grey Ferrando, and Zane Miner. Despite the pressure, James never surrendered the lead and methodically worked through traffic to secure another prestigious [Read More]

Peck Scores $1,000 Donald Green Memorial Stock Car Victory

By Chance Riley JEFFERSON, S.D. (Aug. 7, 2026) — Greg Peck captured the biggest prize of the night Friday at Park Jefferson Speedway, winning the $1,000-to-win Donald Green Memorial for Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars. Jason Ward and Travis Barker dueled for the lead over the opening five laps before Greg Peck, who started fifth, raced his way to the front. Once out front, the Sioux City, Iowa, driver moved to the high side and pulled away to secure the 25-lap victory. The win was Peck’s fifth EQ Cylinder Heads Northern Region triumph of 2026 and his fourth at Park Jefferson Speedway this season. The Donald Green Memorial was a B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Stock Car Invitational qualifying event, but Peck was already on the eligibility list for the event, which is held during the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. Dan Mackenthun finished second ahead of Barker, Ward and Mel Elsberry. Wyatt Luke and Mike Vondrak won the heat races. Abelson Goes Back-to-Back in Modifieds Chris Mills paced the early laps of the Karl [Read More]

Domagala Earns First Career RaceSaver Sprint Victory

By Susan Allen ARLINGTON, Minn. (Aug. 8, 2026) — Logan Domagala led every lap of the caution-free RaceSaver IMCA Sprint Car feature to earn the first victory of his Sprint Car career Saturday night at Arlington Raceway. Starting on the pole, the Brandon, S.D., driver quickly established himself out front while Andrew Allen slipped past Dalton Domagala for second on the opening lap. Allen chased the leader throughout the 15-lap distance but could never close enough to mount a challenge. Domagala scored the victory ahead of Allen, Dalton Domagala, Bill Johnson, and Mike Stien. Loverude Breaks Through for First 2026 Modified Win The Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified feature featured multiple lead changes before Trent Loverude emerged on top. Curt Lund led at the drop of the green before J.J. Reimers worked underneath him for the lead on lap three. Lund answered one lap later to reclaim the top spot as Chad Porter, Matt Looft, and Loverude sliced through the field behind them. Lund’s night came to an abrupt end with mechanical trouble, handing the lead to [Read More]

Belec Scores Modified Victory at Rooks County Speedway

By Sheldon Wickwar STOCKTON, Kan. (Aug. 7, 2026) — Eddie Belec used the high side to perfection and his veteran experience in the closing laps to earn the Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified feature victory Friday night at Rooks County Speedway. After Corey Lagroon paced the early laps, Ayden Steffens found momentum around the cushion and charged from deep in the field to take command. Belec followed him to the front before making the decisive pass late in the race. The victory was Belec’s third of the season and earned him eligibility to attempt to qualify for the 2026 Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational during the Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. Tanner Black finished second, Clay Money was third, Steffens settled for fourth, and Brandon Clough completed the top five. Daniel Gottschalk earned hard charger honors after advancing 14 positions. Watts Leads Wire to Wire in Stock Cars Friday’s Sunoco IMCA Stock Car feature served as a B&B Racing Chassis All-Star Stock Car Invitational qualifier and belonged to Tim Watts. Following several early cautions, [Read More]

Maupin Masters Texana for Fifth STIMS Victory

By Nick Robbins EDNA, Texas (Aug. 8, 2026) — The Southern Touring IMCA Modified Series presented by On Demand Shirts returned to Texana Raceway Park for their annual “Back to School Bash” where 15 Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds signed in for the 20-lap main event. Pre-race showers left the 5/16-mile oval tricky and slick through the early portion of the program, and prompted series and track officials to move the STIMS feature to the final slot on the card for the evening. DIY Equipment Sales and Rental Heat One went to Garrett Gregory, who held off Steven Whiteaker Jr. to grab the top starting spot for the feature. Sundowner Performance Diesel Heat Two saw its lone caution on lap four when Brian Machicek spun in turn four and collected Trevor Egbert. Jared Maupin took the win once the field went back to green, with Johnny Torres crossing second. Gregory and Maupin brought the field to the green flag for the feature, and it took eight laps before the first caution flew, with Brian Machicek and Chris [Read More]

Gaylord Sweeps Inaugural Cowboy Challenge at Sheridan Speedway

By Ben Deatherage SHERIDAN, Wyo. (Aug. 8, 2026) — Tripp Gaylord completed a perfect weekend at Sheridan Speedway, winning both features of the inaugural Cowboy Challenge presented by Taco John’s, C&K Equipment, and Shipton’s Big R. The Sully, Iowa, driver, via Lakewood, Colo., capped the weekend by collecting the $7,500 top prize in Saturday’s 40-lap Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified finale after also capturing Friday’s opener. Saturday’s main event began with 2009 DeVilbiss Racing Chassis Western Region champion and six-time reigning Sweetwater Speedway track champion Justen Yeager taking command. An early caution on lap three brought the field back together, and Yeager soon found himself under pressure from three-time Sheridan Speedway champion Bart Taylor and Jason Ingalls. Ingalls, from Texas, was driving the Brian Ungaro-owned No. 94U for the weekend and slipped past Yeager for the lead on lap eight. Taylor quickly reeled in Ingalls before mechanical problems forced him to retire on lap 12. That promoted Gaylord, driving the Bart Taylor-owned No. 77T, into second. The pair encountered lapped traffic on lap 13 before another caution [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]

Williamson Charges from Ninth to Win on Cottage Grove Historical Night

By Ben Deatherage COTTAGE GROVE, Ore. (Aug. 1, 2026) — Jesse Williamson used the high side late to capture the Karl Kustoms IMCA Modified feature Saturday night during Historical Night at Cottage Grove Speedway. Brett Muth jumped into the early lead and built a comfortable advantage while Williamson, driving the SDMF Customs No. W5 house car, methodically worked his way through the field. By lap 11, the Coburg driver had caught Muth before a caution slowed the pace. Matt Sanders capitalized on the restart by moving into second and began pressuring Muth for the lead. Another caution on lap 16 erased Muth’s advantage, setting up a thrilling battle among the front three. While Sanders challenged on the bottom, Williamson found speed around the cushion and completed the winning pass in the closing laps. The victory was Williamson’s third of the season in the DeVilbiss Racing Chassis Western Region, with all three coming at Cottage Grove Speedway. Williamson started ninth, while 10th-starting Sanders finished second. Muth settled for third, defending Cottage Grove Speedway, Oregon State, and DeVilbiss [Read More]

Close Racing Supply NY/Penn IMCA Series Returns to Afton for Fireball 25 on Aug. 8

By Ben Deatherage AFTON, N.Y. (Aug. 4, 2026) — Afton Motorsports Park will honor one of its longtime competitors on Saturday, Aug. 8, as the Fireball 25 pays $1,002 to win for the Close Racing Supply NY/Penn IMCA Series. The 25-lap special recognizes longtime IMCA Modified driver Gary Roberts and features a unique purse that pays $102 to start the feature, along with $100 to each heat race winner. The Fireball 25 also serves as a qualifying event for the 2026 Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational. The feature winner will earn eligibility 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. A revenge redraw will determine the starting lineup for the feature. Speedway Motors IMCA Weekly Racing National, Close Racing Supply Eastern Region and New York State points will be awarded. Pit gates open at 3 p.m., the main grandstand gate opens at 3:30 p.m., hot laps begin at 5:45 p.m., and racing starts at 6:30 p.m. Adult pit passes are [Read More]