DIRTcar Nationals Grows to Three Week Event With ASCS Addition

Ryan Timms

The 54th Running of Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals will be the biggest yet with the addition of the American Sprint Car Series National Tour, creating a massive three-week event, Jan. 30-Feb. 15, 2025. Three straight nights of ASCS racing, Jan. 30-Feb. 1, will kick off DIRTcar Nationals at Volusia Speedway Park and serve as … Read more

Unsettled Weather Pattern with Heavy Rains Cancel Saturday Night at Volusia Speedway Park

With unsettled weather pattern moving across central Florida with heavy storms and high winds officials have decided to cancel tonight’s event with the interest of safety for everyone.     All focus now turns towards June 1 for more weekly racing the night will include 604 & 602 Late Models, DIRTcar UMP Modifieds, ¾ Modifieds, and … Read more

BIG MONEY FINALE: Martin Jr, Moon, VanSickle Score Final Month of Money Wins

Month of Money winner #3

Volusia Speedway Park concluded its Month of Money swing Saturday night by bringing fans the three biggest divisions in the region and bringing drivers three big checks. For the first time this season, the Top Gun Sprint Car Series brought it’s winged-warrior show to “The World’s Fastest Half Mile,” joining the 602 Late Models and … Read more

BIG MONEY PART II: Geary, Carter, Garver, Wright Claim Month of Money Victories

Volusia Winners

The continuation of Volusia Speedway Park’s Month of Money captivated fans with four Features boasting thrilling storylines Saturday night. Seventy-four competitors, across four divisions – 604 Late Models, DIRTcar UMP Modifieds, Thunder Stocks and Gladiators – gathered at “The World’s Fastest Half Mile” to compete for the night’s big checks. Taking home the money and glory … Read more

MONEY MAKERS: Geary, Shead, Lloyd, Curtis Score Season-Opening Wins at Volusia

Volusia Speedway Park brought Florida race fans four action-packed Features to kick off the 2024 season and Month of Money. The Saturday night spectacle featured more than 80 cars among four divisions – 604 Late Models, DIRTcar UMP Modifeds, 3/4 Modifieds and the new Crown Vic division. Seth Geary (UMP Modified), Paul Shead (3/4 Modified), … Read more

Heavy Showers On Friday, Saturday Cancels Volusia Opening Night Special

Volusia Rainout

Due to previous rains on Friday night and a cell of precipitation affecting Volusia Speedway Park before racing commenced on Saturday, track officials made the decision to cancel Saturday’s Opening Night Special. Through further evaluation of the track state and weather, officials determined that the continuous rains on Friday and Saturday impacted the track area, … Read more

Dismal Weather Cancels Friday Practice at Volusia, Focus Turns to Saturday’s Opening Night Special

Volusia Rainout

With weather models showing high winds and rain throughout the day on Friday, Volusia Speedway Park officials have canceled Friday’s practice. That will allow track workers to prepare the track for any wet weather with the focus now shifted to preparing for Saturday’s Opening Night Special. Saturday’s season-opener for weekly racing at “The World’s Fastest … Read more

BIG GATOR BOBBY: Pierce Wins First DIRTcar Nationals Big Gator Title In 2024

Bobby Pierce

“The Smooth Operator” beats Devin Moran by 26 points in his first triumph By Matt Skipper Consistent results paid off for reigning World of Outlaws CASE Construction Equipment Late Models champion Bobby Pierce. The Oakwood, IL driver clinched his first career Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals Big Gator championship after Saturday’s finale was canceled due … Read more

Strickler Reflects on Magical 43-point Comeback to Win 2024 DIRTcar UMP Modified Speedweeks Title at Volusia

The Modified and Late Model veteran clinches his first DIRTcar points championship with two wins in Florida Coming into the 13th and final race of UMP Modified Florida Speedweeks, Kyle Strickler sat 43 points behind the leader with only one 30-lap Feature left in front of him. He was set to take the green flag … Read more

Persistent Rain Cancels DIRTcar Nationals’ Saturday Finale; Big Gator Champions Crowned

Due to on-and-off rain this morning, and a weather model received from Precision Weather Service meteorologist Wayne Mahar – who officials worked with on a daily basis – showing worsening conditions throughout the day and into the night, officials have canceled DIRTcar Nationals’ Saturday finale at Volusia Speedway Park. With that, Bobby Pierce (World of … Read more