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Jet Racing celebrates 28 years of IMCA sponsorship

**BEATRICE, Neb. (January 22, 2025)** – Jet Racing celebrates its 28th year as an IMCA marketing partner and 14th as the title sponsor of the Central Region for Modifieds. Top 10 drivers in the official 2025 point standings for the region, which includes tracks in Arkansas, eastern Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska, will share a $6,000 point fund, with the champion earning $2,500. Drivers must display two Jet Racing logos to qualify for the point fund, which will be presented at the national awards banquet in November. Jet Racing celebrates 28 years as an IMCA sponsor alongside Johnny Saathoff, who has been the sole owner of Jet Racing throughout the duration of the collaborative efforts between Jet Racing and IMCA. Jet Racing built its first Modified chassis in 1995 and later expanded to Stock Car, Hobby Stock, and Northern SportMod chassis. The company has also contributed to the development of parts and rules for IMCA divisions, including Hobby Stocks and Northern SportMods. Jet Racing sponsored IMCA special events, Stock Car (2004-2009), and Hobby Stock (2007-2009) [Read More]

Jet Racing returns for 13th season as IMCA Central Region title sponsor

BEATRICE, Neb. (March 5, 2024) – Johnny Saathoff has seen a lot of change in the motorsports industry over his years as a race car driver and owner of Jet Racing. He’s also seen some things remain the same over the course of a lengthy marketing partnership with IMCA, the last 13 of those 27 years as title sponsor of the Central Region for Modifieds. Top 10 drivers official 2024 point standings for that region, which includes tracks in Arkansas, eastern Colorado, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska, receive shares of a $6,000 point fund, provided in part by the Beatrice, Neb., chassis builder and high performance parts retailer. “I’m proud to be an IMCA sponsor and especially proud to be able to recognize drivers in what has been my home region for their accomplishments again this year,” said Saathoff. “Another thing I’m proud of is that I still own Jet Racing. I’ve been the little guy and hung in there through tough times when other builders didn’t or couldn’t.” “It’s pretty cool to think that I’ve [Read More]

25-year sponsor Jet Racing renews support of IMCA Modified Central Region

BEATRICE, Neb. – Jet Racing will mark its 25th season of IMCA support in 2022, returning as title sponsor of the Central Region for Modifieds. The Beatrice, Neb., chassis manufacturer provides a portion of the $6,000 point fund to be paid to top 10 drivers in the region that includes tracks in Arkansas, eastern Colorado, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska. The champion earns $2,500 with the runner-up receiving $1,250 and $625 paid for third, $325 for fourth, $300 for fifth and $200 for each of sixth through 10th places. Drivers in the Central Region will be required to display two Jet Racing logos on their race car to be eligible for shares of that point fund. Owned by four-time IMCA national champion Johnny Saathoff, Jet Racing had sponsored special events, and also Stock Car and Hobby Stock regions from 2004-2009 and 2007-2009, respectively, before becoming the Central Region title sponsor in 2012. Jet Racing also builds Northern SportMod, Stock Car, Hobby Stock and Sport Compact chassis and sells a wide range of high performance parts and accessories. More [Read More]

Jet Racing marks 10th title sponsorship season in IMCA Modified Central Region

BEATRICE, Neb. – Jet Racing reaches one IMCA landmark and takes another step toward an even more impressive sponsorship milestone this season. For a 10th consecutive season, the Beatrice, Neb., chassis manufacturer furnishes a portion of the $6,000 point fund to be paid to top 10 drivers in the Modified region that includes tracks in Arkansas, eastern Colorado, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska. The champion pockets $2,500, with the runner-up getting $1,250 and $625 paid for third, $325 for fourth, $300 for fifth and $200 for each of sixth through 10th places. Central Region drivers are required to display two Jet Racing logos on their race car to be eligible for point fund shares. Owned by four-time IMCA Modified national champion Johnny Saathoff, Jet Racing is in its 24th year as an IMCA sponsor, having previously backed IMCA special events and also Stock Car and Hobby Stock regions from 2004-2009 and 2007-2009, respectively. Jet became title sponsor for the Modified Central Region in 2012. Jet also builds Northern SportMod, Stock Car, Hobby Stock and Sport Compact chassis and [Read More]

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Mike Vandermark Jr.: From Snowy Michigan to Clash On The Coast Champion

CEDAR SPRINGS, Mich. (Mar. 14, 2025) — A Wolverine who took his mittens off at this year’s IMCA TV Clash On The Coast was Mike Vandermark Jr., who never finished outside the Top 5 and earned the overall championship title in the Sunoco IMCA Stock Car series. His worst finish was fourth on the final night at Deep South Speedway in Loxley, Alabama, to become the second champion in the class in two seasons. Racing Against the Odds Vandermark stands out for more than his performance. Like Florida’s Wyatt Parker and Evan Foust of Maryland, during this year’s Clash, he comes from a state without a track that hosts IMCA Stock Car races weekly. Despite the long journey and limited experience in the division, he finished second in a three-wide photo finish on the first night and claimed victory at Northwest Florida Speedway. Seizing the Opportunity “There’s a bunch of snow and cold weather back at home, so it was a perfect opportunity to go down and race and have some fun,” Vandermark said. “We stayed [Read More]

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South Texas IMCA Modified Series Ready for Sophomore Season

SAN ANTONIO (Mar. 14, 2025) — Race fans, get ready — the South Texas IMCA Modified Series is back for an action-packed second season in 2025! Ten races at five Lone Star State tracks are scheduled, starting March 28 at Heart O’ Texas Speedway near Waco, followed by I-37 Speedway in Pleasanton on March 29. Chris Morris is the defending champion. “Texas has a strong group of (Friesen Performance) IMCA Modified drivers,” said series director Kevin Rogers. “I look forward to showcasing their talent in the upcoming season at these awesome facilities we will travel to.” Each race will pay at least $1,000 to win and $100 to start, with increased payouts for higher car counts. If 25 to 39 cars enter, the purse rises to $1,500 to win and $125 to start. For over 40 entries, the winner gets $2,000, and starting pays $150. Drivers will compete not just for cash, but will also earn points for the National, South Central Region, and Texas State championships. A $10,000 point fund is available for drivers finishing [Read More]

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Chris Tuchscherer: From the Octagon to the Race Track

BURLINGTON, N.D. (Mar. 12, 2025) — North Dakota’s Chris Tuchscherer knows how to race hard, achieve success, and persevere. His competitive drive stems from a background in wrestling, which began in his high school hometown of Bowman. Excelling at both the high school and collegiate levels, he wrestled at North Dakota State University (NDSU) in Fargo and Moorhead State before stepping into the Octagon as a competitor in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Racing Roots and Return to the Track Tuchscherer’s passion for racing began with derby cars before transitioning to Sunoco IMCA Stock Cars. Despite the long commute from Fargo, on the Minnesota side of the Peace Garden State, he claimed the IMCA Stock Car title at Williston-Basin Speedway in 2005 — a track located in the northwest corner of North Dakota near the Montana border. However, as his MMA career gained momentum, racing took a backseat. His competitive fire never faded, though. Four years ago, he made his return to Speedway Motors IMCA Weekly competition, stepping into the highly competitive Friesen Performance IMCA Modified [Read More]