BARBERVILLE, FL – Feb. 9, 2010 – Wet weather continued to plague the 39th annual DIRTcar Nationals by University of Northwestern Ohio, forcing the cancelation of Tuesday night’s DIRTcar UMP Late Model/Modified doubleheader at Volusia Speedway Park.

Steady rain associated with a cold front that swept across the state of Florida began falling on the half-mile oval around 1 p.m. and continued for several hours, soaking the racing surface and grounds. Officials decided shortly after 3 p.m. to cancel the evening’s planned program.

It was the third rainout in eight nights of the 2010 DIRTcar Nationals by UNOH but marked the first lost show for the DIRTcar UMP Late Model division that invaded Volusia on Monday. The cancelation ended the week of competition for the UMP Modified class, which was a victim of all three rainouts.

With Tuesday’s program scheduled to end the UMP Modified portion of the mid-winter racing extravaganza outside Daytona Beach, Dave Hess Jr. of Waterford, Pa., was declared the division’s 2010 DIRTcar Nationals by UNOH champion.

Four nights of doubleheader action remain for the DIRTcar Nationals by UNOH, highlighted by UMP Late Model events on Wednesday (Feb. 10) and Friday (Feb. 12) and the season-opening World of Outlaws Late Model Series programs on Thursday (Feb. 11) and Saturday (Feb. 13). Each evening’s card will also include the Super DIRTcar Series for big-block Modifieds, which were slated to get in practice laps on Tuesday night.

Tickets purchased for Tuesday night’s rained-out event may be presented for any of the remaining programs during the DIRTcar Nationals. In the event that tickets cannot be used, tickets may be mailed for a refund to Volusia Speedway Park, 1500 E SR 40, DeLeon Springs, FL, 32130.

For more information visit www.dirtcar.com, www.volusiaspeedwaypark.com or www.dirtcarnationals.com.

Team Stays in Florida, Moves to Volusia Speedway Park Archdale, N.C. (February 8, 2010) – Coming off its first win of the season at East Bay Raceway in Tampa, Fla., Bobby Labonte Racing (BLR) is staying in the Sunshine State and is preparing for six nights of racing at the Volusia Speedway Park. The events are part of the annual DIRTCAR Nationals sanctioned by UMP and World of Outlaws.   The two-car operation is coming off four days of racing action that began the trek for the 2010 Lucas Oil Dirt Late Model Series championship at East Bay.  The trip was a successful one after Earl Pearson Jr. parked the No. 44 Lucas Oil Dodge in victory lane for the first time this season. He also continued his streak of seven top-10 finishes to start the season.

Brad Neat and the No. 41 Red Buck Filtered Cigars team earned a season-best third finish at East Bay, helping push his tally to three top-five finishes on the young season.

Team Manager Jason Fitzgerald Comments on the Team’s First Win and Racing in Florida:

“It’s awesome to get a win so early in the season, especially when it’s a Lucas Oil event.  Earl and the guys did a great job last Thursday night, and for us to pass Scott (Bloomquist) on the last lap to do it, that makes it better because Scott is such a strong competitor.  Overall, Earl’s guys really had a great week in Tampa.  They keep putting together top-10 results and we can’t ask for much more.

“The fields have been 23-, 24-car strong and some of the best guys in the country are coming down here to start their seasons.  You’re seeing racers from the Lucas Oil, World of Outlaws, UMP series racing in one night.  It’s some of the toughest competition when you get all these guys together. The events in Florida are always some of the hardest to win all season.  It’s like an all-star event at both East Bay and Volusia and you’re racing four, five or six nights in a row.  You have to come ready each night.

“It’s why I can’t say enough about our start, but we still have some work to do.  Brad and the Red Buck team had a bit of struggles at East Bay and we need to get the car the way Brad likes it.  He had a bad wreck, one of his worst in his career, and we’re working really, really hard to get the car back the way Brad needs it.  He bounced back strong the night after the race to finish third, and he actually has more top-five finishes then most late model racers in the country right now.  That’s saying a lot.  We just need to find some more consistency.

“Volusia will be another round of tough races.  The top guys from the Lucas Series will be looking to do our best against the guys from the World of Outlaws.  We’re probably going to see some of the Sprint Cup drivers hop into a late model too.  It’s never easy trying to beat guys like Tony Stewart, Kenny Schrader or whoever shows up.  They know how to race, but it makes it fun for the fans and us, too.

“We’re hoping to continue our good start and grab another win. We’d like to have Brad get into victory lane, but getting him back in the top-10 and top-five will be our priority.”  
About Bobby Labonte Racing:
BLR is located in Archdale, N.C., and owned by 2000 NASCAR Champion Bobby Labonte.  The team was formed in 2007 and immediately won back-to-back Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series championships.  The team will become a two-car operation in 2010 with the addition of driver Brad Neat.  The organization is sponsored by Red Buck Filtered Cigars, Lucas Oil, Sunoco Race Fuels, Coca-Cola, ALLSTAR, Tiger Rear Ends, BERT, Butlerbuilt, Hyperco, SHY, Wilwood, Sweet, TWM, Dyers Top Rods, Weld Wheels, Bell, Hoosier Tire, PRC, Mechanix Wear, Braswell (new carb), , Larry Wallace Engines, Dunn-Benson Racing Supply, ASI Racewear, Xtreme Graphics, Hank Thomas Performance, Wiles Drive Shafts, MasterBilt Race Cars, Bazel Race Fuels, Mason Racin, Racing Optics, TNT Energy, Cornet Racing Engines and WD Enterprises

Alli Owens put on an outstanding performance in the season-opening Lucas Oil Slick Mist 200 at Daytona International Speedway, unfortunately the record books won’t reflect it. In front of her hometown, and on racing’s grandest stage, Owens ran her No. 15 ElectrifyingCareers com Chevrolet in the top-three for the majority of the event and was poised for a career-best finish. However, Owens’ promising run came to and end when she was shuffled out of the draft in the final ten laps and spun out after driving through fluid on the track. Owens and her Venturini Motorsports crew settled for a 23rd-place finish.

Owens started the race from the inside of row 10.  Not wanting to force the issue too early, Owens settled into the 25th position after the green flag waved.  She was content clicking off laps before she found a partner to draft with to the front.

Things took an interesting turn on lap five. Owens reported that her seatbelt had become loose and she needed to make an unscheduled pit stop for the team to re-secure it.  Owens went one lap down as her team fixed the problem, but an auspicious yellow flag waved while the No. 15 car was on pit lane. Owens was awarded the “Lucky Dog” pass and returned to the field on the lead lap. Owens lined up in 28th-place for the ensuing restart.

The race went green on lap 16. A wreck brought out the caution flag before the field completed one circuit.  TheElectrifyingCareers.com Chevy moved up three positions prior to the yellow halting the race. The No. 15 team decided to make Owens’ one scheduled pit stop during caution period, so the ElectrifyingCareers com Chevy came down pit lane for service. The crew changed four tires and topped off the fuel cell.  Owens returned to the track in 28th-place.

Green flag action resumed on lap 24. Another caution flag waved on lap 26, with Owens holding down 23rd-place. The majority of the field chose this caution period to make pit stops, but Owens stayed on the track and moved up to third-place.

On lap 31, the race returned to green.  With Owens sniffing the lead, the No. 15 car held strong in the third position. Owens’ spotter issued constant reminders for Owens to hold the No. 15 machine on the yellow line, and Owens followed instructions to the tee. Owens fended off several challenges from other cars who aimed to pass her on the outside.  Owens remained in the top-five for the next 40 laps and appeared ready to top her previous best finish of sixth-place.

On lap 71, with nine laps remaining, Owens was bumped from behind and knocked out of the bottom groove. Owens was passed by several competitors before she could settle back in line.  As she was fighting to rejoin the leaders, the car in front of Owens dropped fluid on the track and the No. 15 car ran through it. Owens spun out and blew a tire in the process. She was forced to make a trip down pit lane for her crew to change her tires.  She rejoined the field on the final lap of the event. After a hopeful start, Owens crossed the finish line in 23rd-place.

“We had an amazing car today,” said Owens after the race.  “I was biding my time in third-place. I was just waiting for the final few laps to make a move for the lead.  I had no doubt that the ElectrifyingCareers com car was going to win the race today.  Everything was shaping up for us. Unfortunately I got knocked out of the bottom groove in the final 10 laps.  I was trying to work my way back into the lead draft when I ran through some fluid that another car dropped on the track.  I spun out and that took away any chance of a decent finish.

“My team did an awesome job today.  I wish we had a finish that reflected the hard work and effort that they put into my car. If we keep this up, I know that it won’t be long before the ElectrifyingCareers com car lands a win.”  www.girlracer.co.uk

Camargo, IL (2-6-10) by Kelly Brown – Public Relations Director –When the action ends at East Bay Raceway Park each night, it will not be only the winner of the O’Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions race going home a little richer. This year the races at East Bay will also feature another winner, and that will be one of the lucky fans sitting in the grandstands. Each night of racing action one fan will be chosen randomly to go home $1,000 richer just for attending the race.

Those who cannot attend the event can listen on the internet. RACE CAST, an online live motorsports video broadcaster will be carrying the event online. RACE CAST uses a Pay-by-the-Hour system through the TodoCast platform and features HD. This isn’t a race with one camera; a play-by-play announcer will be piped in with high quality footage on multiple cameras. All events have a 1 hour package for $4.95 and a 4 hour package for $11.95. Fans can watch all three nights for $19.95 and if bought in advance they can save 20% off the purchase price.

Ticket Information

On Thursday, February 11th the tickets will run $20, with pit passes running $30. Then on Friday night admission will be $25 and pit passes will be $32. On the final night of race action tickets can be purchased for $30 and the pit passes will be $35. The track is offering a three-day general admission race package, which will run $70.

Official Hotel Information

Open to both fans and racers the Days Inn Tampa North will be offering a racer special that is $45.00 a night and a free hot breakfast will be included.

Days Inn Tampa North
701 East Fletcher Ave
I-275 & Fletcher Ave Exit 52
Tampa, FL 33612
For Reservations Call (813) 977-1550 or (866) 895-6584 or
Email Daysinn05280@aol.com
*Racer Fan Special $45.00 (1-2 people)*

Either at the track or at home the O’Reilly All Star Circuit of Champions allows fans to enjoy the racing action at East Bay. For the most up to date information on the All Star Circuit of Champions and the 2010 edition of Winter Nationals, bookmark www.allstarsprint.com on your computer.

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by BJ Cavin

Barberville, FL — The wait for the 2010 World of Outlaws season opener is finally over, with anticipation at a fever pitch as the best sprint car drivers in the world have converged on Volusia Speedway Park for the 39^{th Annual Florida DIRTcar Nationals by University of Northwestern Ohio. Craig Dollansky and Joey Saldana opened the sprint car portion of the event in Victory Lane on Wednesday and Thursday as they geared up for the World of Outlaws three-day lid lifter in the Sunshine State, which begins tonight and runs through Sunday.http://www.DIRTcarNationals.com or call 386-985-4402. Each ticket purchased is also a free fan pit pass.www.dirtvision.com beginning approximately at 7pm each night.}

For Dollansky, who has won the overall DIRTcar Nationals title in two of the last three years, the win on Wednesday in the event under the All Star Circuit of Champions banner was his fourth career triumph at Volusia Speedway Park. He followed that up with a runner-up finish on Thursday night to earn his 25th career Top-Five finish at the track.

“I’m real happy with this entire team and what we have assembled here,” Dollansky said on Thursday night. “Winning last night (Wednesday) was great for the team. Tonight (Thursday), about 10 laps into it while in lapped traffic the left sideboard (on the nose wing) got knocked off there on a lapped car. To hang on and run second tonight was great. We just have to keep working hard and keep digging.”

Following his win with the All Stars on Thursday, Saldana has won a total of nine times over the year at Volusia Speedway dating back to 2001 and has 30 career Top-Five finishes at the track. He has finished in the Top-Five in six of his last eight starts at the track. He is the second winningest driver at Volusia Speedway Park of the 17 full-time World of Outlaws competitors that will be in action for the next three consecutive days.

“The first two nights, I felt really good,” shared Saldana, after his win on Thursday night. “We didn’t start on the front row. We drew an eight and a five and had to work our way to the front. We passed some really good cars and that’s really good for myself. I feel real comfortable with the new tires and what we have. Now we have three nights to show we learned something these first two days.”

A very stout field of cars was in attendance on Wednesday and Thursday, with the majority of those drivers sticking around for the remainder of the DIRTcar Nationals, the level of competition will continue to be at an all-time high. Dollansky, who pilots the Big Game Treestands Maxim, is confident heading into the three World of Outlaws events, with how strong his car has been. He set fast time on Wednesday night and was third quick on Thursday with over 40 cars taking to the track each night.

“Everyone is coming into these races with everything they have,” stated the native of Elk River, Minnesota. “That’s what this deal is all about. Every team here is here to win the race. It’s been a great start to the season. I can’t thank everyone enough. There is a great group of people behind this race team. My crew has done a great job preparing this team all winter long. We just going to keep after it and hope to get a good start to the World of Outlaws season.”

After winning 20 A-Feature events last year aboard the Budweiser Maxim for Kasey Kahne Racing while finishing third in points in the closest three-way battle in series history, Saldana looks to content for a World of Outlaws championship again in 2010. In addition to winning on Thursday night, Saldana turned in the second fastest lap in time trials of the 41 cars that took to the track, with his team putting a large emphasis on qualifying this season.

“We have a great car,” said Saldana. “We have been working hard at qualifying better, which these first two nights are definitely better than what we did last year down here. We’ve addressed the problems that we had last year and one of those was qualifying and now we just have make sure we don’t have DNF’s (did not finish). We try to do the best we can and bring the best race car we can to the track and hopefully get a good result.”

The 2010 World of Outlaws season kicks off tonight at Volusia Speedway Park and continues with full racing programs on Saturday and Sunday. To purchase tickets online visit:

Race fans unable to make the annual trek south to Volusia Speedway Park for the 39th Annual DIRTcar Nationals by UNOH, need not worry. All 12 nights (Feb. 2nd-13th) of the Nationals will air LIVE once again on

The World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series is brought to fans across the country by many important sponsors and partners, including: Armor All (Official Car Care Products), Goodyear Tires (Official Tire), SuperClean (Official Cleaner-Degreaser), VP Racing (Official Racing Fuel); in addition to contingency sponsors, Jake’s Custom Golf Carts, KSE Race Products, Penske Shocks, Racing Electronics, S&S Volvo; Engine Builder’s Challenge participants Don Ott Racing Engines, Kistler Engines, Shaver Specialties and Speedway Engines; and Chassis Builder’s Challenge participants J&J Auto Racing, Maxim Racing and XXX Race Company.

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