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Maupin Seals STIMS Championship With I-37 Victory

By Nick Robbins PLEASANTON, Texas (Sept. 26, 2026) — The Southern Touring IMCA Modified Series presented by On Demand Shirts wrapped up its 2026 points season at I-37 Speedway, where 17 Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds signed in for the $1,000-to-win, 20-lap main event at the racy South Texas bullring. Cody Leonard set the tone early, taking the win in the first heat over Steven Whiteaker Jr. Contact between Johnny Torres and Brandon Sanderson coming into turn one after the green ended the heat for both drivers. Once the field was restacked, Leonard and Whiteaker Jr. pulled away, while Shawn Sandegren, Cameron Dinsmore, and Chris Carroll fought hard throughout the race. Carroll ultimately held on for third, with Sandegren fourth and Dinsmore fifth. The second heat started with the field three-wide into turn one after the green flag dropped, and again on lap two, before things sorted themselves out. When the checkered flag fell, points leader Jared Maupin had claimed the win over Ryan Doyon, with Logan Dinsmore third. Leonard and Maupin brought the field to green [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]

Maupin Charges to STIMS Victory at Cotton Bowl Speedway

By Nick Robbins PAIGE, Texas (July 25, 2026) — The Southern Touring IMCA Modified Series presented by On Demand Shirts returned to Cotton Bowl Speedway, where 19 Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds signed in for the 20-lap main event. A hard-fought battle for the lead triggered the race’s biggest incident, and it was the driver who started sixth who was left standing at the end. DIY Equipment Sales and Rental Heat One was won by Cody Leonard, Sundowner Performance Diesel Heat Two went to Johnny Torres, and 3-D Landscaping and Irrigation Heat Three was captured by Cody Tidwell. Torres carried his heat win into the feature and jumped to the point from the inside of the front row, with Leonard alongside him and Tidwell in tow. The first caution flew on lap three for a tangle involving John Owens, Wyatt Bruce, and Brandon Sanderson, and the field slowed again on lap eight when Talon Minten got out of shape. Both incidents allowed the field to bunch back up behind Torres. The night’s turning point came on lap [Read More]

Whiteaker and Maupin Top STIMS Doubleheader Weekend

By Nick Robbins SAN ANTONIO, Texas (June 14, 2026) — The Southern Touring IMCA Modified Series presented by On Demand Shirts returned to action for an exciting doubleheader weekend at Heart O’ Texas Speedway on Friday and Cotton Bowl Speedway on Saturday. Although the tracks are vastly different, both provided strong fields and exciting racing. A season-best 34 Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds signed in for action at the historic Elm Mott speed plant on Friday night, making the winner’s share $1,500. The stout field meant only two drivers from each of the evening’s five heat races would transfer directly to the feature. DIY Equipment Sales and Rental Heat One belonged to Raymond McSpadden, who took the win over Steven Whiteaker Jr. Sundowner Performance Diesel Heat Two went to Jared Maupin with Matthew Day second. Calera, Oklahoma’s William Gould won 3-D Landscaping and Irrigation Heat Three followed by “Big Brother” Paul White. Heat Four saw 2025 series champion Logan Dinsmore pick up the win with Trent Beaver second. Brenda Kirby-Morris collected her first STIMS heat race victory [Read More]

Whiteaker Goes Back-To-Back at I-37 with STIMS Series

By Nick Robbins PLEASANTON, Texas (May 16, 2026) — The Southern Touring IMCA Modified Series presented by On Demand Shirts rolled into I-37 Speedway for its first appearance of the 2026 season. Fifteen Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds signed in for the $1,000-to-win main event at the racy South Texas bullring. DIY Equipment Sales and Rental Heat One saw pole starter “High Side” Brian Harbison lead early while battling with Cameron Dinsmore. As the pair raced off turn two, they left enough room for Chris Carroll to split the uprights down the back chute and take the win. Sundowner Performance Diesel Heat Two belonged to Cody Leonard, who led all eight laps to take the checkered flag. Carroll and Leonard led the field to the Rush Race Gear by Austin Witt Start Zone with Steven Whiteaker Jr. and Cameron Dinsmore in tow. The Spring Branch, Texas racer crossed the line first on lap one but lost the top spot in a three-wide battle through turns one and two on the next circuit. The first caution of the [Read More]

Whiteaker Wins a Wild One at 105 with STIMS Series

By Nick Robbins CLEVELAND, Texas (Apr. 25, 2026) — The Southern Touring IMCA Modified Series presented by On Demand Shirts made its series debut at 105 Speedway for race number five of 2026. Nineteen Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds signed in for the $1,000-to-win, 20-lap feature. It was the first visit for several drivers and the first in a while for the rest. The stands were packed, the fans were ready, and the pressure was on. DIY Equipment Sales and Rental heat one went to New Waverly, Texas racer Rob Slott. Sundowner Performance Diesel heat two was all Cody Leonard. 3-D Landscaping and Irrigation heat three belonged to Logan Dinsmore. The crowd was filled with anticipation when the feature rolled out—and for good reason. The top three in points all started outside the top five. Rob Slott jumped out to the early lead as the green dropped and stretched out an advantage over the field, while Leonard and Torres, who started sixth, battled hard for second. The caution flew on lap eight for Steven Whiteaker III after [Read More]

Maupin Masters Cotton Bowl to Become First STIMS Repeat Winner of ’26

By Nick Robbins PAIGE, Texas (Apr. 11, 2026) — The Southern Touring IMCA Modified Series presented by On Demand Shirts rolled into Cotton Bowl Speedway, marking the first visit for the Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds in 2026. Nineteen drivers signed in for the $1,000-to-win, 20-lap feature, and perseverance quickly became the theme of the night as pop-up showers gave the track an unexpected dose of last-minute moisture. The CBS crew remained undaunted, and drivers were quickly back on track to help pack the surface once the showers ended. Friday’s runner-up, Jared Maupin of San Antonio, struck first by taking the win in DIY Equipment Sales and Rental Heat One. Johnny Torres, also of San Antonio, claimed Sundowner Performance Diesel Heat Two, while G.W. Egbert from Salado grabbed another victory in 3-D Landscaping and Irrigation Heat Three. Maupin led the field to green in the 20-lap feature with Torres, Egbert, and Whiteaker Jr. in tow. The early laps saw the field begin to spread out as the top four attempted to break away. Racing throughout the field [Read More]

Pirkle Powers to First STIMS Win in Dominant Performance at HOT

By Nick Robbins WACO, Texas (Apr. 10, 2026) — The Southern Touring IMCA Modified Series presented by On Demand Shirts roared into the historic Heart O’ Texas Speedway for its first appearance of the 2026 season. A strong field of 30 Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds signed in for action, pushing the winner’s share to $1,500 for the 20-lap main event. Series regulars from South Texas were eager to show what they could do against some of the best local racers from the northern half of the Lone Star State. DIY Equipment Sales and Rental Heat One went to Salado, Texas racer G.W. Egbert, who crossed the line four seconds ahead of the nearest transfer. Sundowner Performance Diesel Heat Two was a bit closer, with Wyatt Bruce of Montgomery, Texas taking the win over current point leader Jared Maupin. 3-D Landscaping and Irrigation Heat Three went to the no. 6R of Jacob Pirkle from Midlothian. Heat Four was won by 2025 STIMS champion Logan Dinsmore. Steven Whiteaker Jr. claimed the B-Main, leading the top eight transfers to [Read More]

STIMS Rebrands and Expands Points Fund for 2026 Campaign

By Ben Deatherage VINTON, Iowa (Apr. 10, 2026) — The Southern Touring IMCA Modified Series enters a new era in 2026, rebranded as STIMS and presented by On Demand Shirts, with a 16-race schedule, a boosted points fund, and every feature paying at least $1,000 to win. The series, formerly known as the South Texas IMCA Modified Series, continues to spotlight Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds and has already completed its first two races of the season at Texana Raceway Park in March, where strong car counts and a pair of different winners helped set the tone for the year ahead. Each race serves as a qualifier for the Fast Shafts All-Star Modified Invitational to be held during September’s Speedway Motors IMCA Super Nationals fueled by Casey’s. All races from March through September also award National, GRT Race Cars South Central Region, and Texas State points. James Cole now steps into the spotlight as series director after working behind the scenes last season, helping shape the direction of the tour as it continues to grow. “I love [Read More]

Maupin Masters Texana Raceway Park for STIMS Modified Win

By Nick Robbins EDNA, Texas (Mar. 14, 2026) — The Southern Touring IMCA Modified Series presented by On Demand Shirts served up another helping of incredible racing at Texana Raceway Park. 25 Karl Kustoms IMCA Modifieds signed in for the $1,000 to win, 20-lap main event. Jared Maupin made a statement early by taking the win in DIY Equipment Sales and Rental Heat One over Steven Whiteaker Jr., Sundowner Performance Diesel Heat Two would go to Ryan Doyon, with Steven Whiteaker III finishing second in only his second IMCA Modified start. Cody Leonard scored the win in 3-D Landscaping and Irrigation Heat Three with Johnny Torres coming second. A full field lined up for the feature ready to thrill the Texana fans once more. Maupin and Leonard set the pace early with Whiteaker Jr. close behind. Cautions would ultimately slow the field three times, but Maupin led all 20 laps in the Rick Pollaro-provided no. 96 on the way to his first STIMS victory in 2026 as well as his first in the GRT Race Cars [Read More]