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Tony Tiemersma Wins Limited Late Model Feature at Sunset Speedway
By: Ashley McCubbin

Last weekend, the highlight of the Late Model feature was a wreck that caused heavy damage to both Gary Elliott and Mike Bentley after Elliott broke a transmission. This weekend, another big crash highlighted the race, however in a bigger way. As a result of it, the finish of the feature was under review for the three days. At the end of it, Tony Tiemersma was given the victory for his first of 2012.
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LANE ZARDO SCORES FIRST SUPER STOCK FEATURE WIN OF SEASON AT SUNSET
By: Ashley McCubbin

Last weekend, defending Super Stock Champion Lane Zardo was bit by the bad luck bug as on lap two, contact from Dan Achibald forced Zardo into the outside wall. The result was his 2012 championship bid starting in a hole. Coming into this week, the goal was simple – start gaining points.
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ERIC YORKE SCORES FIRST CAREER MINI STOCK FEATURE VICTORY AT SUNSET
By: Ashley McCubbin

Last week saw Gary Jones find Sunset Speedway victory lane, however would not return this week due to running the full Sauble Speedway schedule. With Jones not returning this weekend, it setup the perfect opportunity for somebody else to find victory lane.
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TIM NORRIS WINS ONTARIO PRO CHALLENGE SERIES SEASON OPENER AT SUNSET
By: Ashley McCubbin

This past Saturday at Sunset International Speedway marked the season opener for the Ontario Pro Challenge Series, as they joined Sunset’s three regular divisions – Limited Late Models, Super Stocks, Mini Stocks.
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KEVIN CORNELIUS, HERB WALTERS AND GARY JONES VICTORIOUS OPENING NIGHT AT SUNSET SPEEDWAY
By: Ashley McCubbin

Well the cold temperatures had all the fans bundled in blankets, the racing was sparking hot and fierce on the track as drivers were battling for every position closely.
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May 5th: Opening Night Heat Winners at Sunset Speedway
By: Ashley McCubbin

Well the air was cold and fans were trying to wear as many layers as possible, the action on track was hot as everybody was fighting for every inch, wanting to be the winner on opening night.
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April 29th Sunset Speedway Practice Highlights
By: Ashley McCubbin

In the mad dash to get the cars set-up before the first weekend of racing on May 5th at Sunset Speedway in Innisfil, Ontario, there were some new faces at the track that hadn't made an apperance yet.
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Alex Lees Looks For Another Successful Season in 2012
By: Ashley McCubbin

“The person I would like to thank the most is my dad Paul Lees. We lost him in this past November to cancer and without him and his constant support he gave me every day for racing and anything else he saw I liked, I wouldn’t be who I am today. He helped make me the racer and person I have become.”
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April 28th Sunset Speedway Practice Highlights
By: Ashley McCubbin

Another Saturday equals yet another practice for teams at Sunset Speedway as they continue to prepare for the 2012 season. With opening night next Saturday, it was gauranteed that more cars would show up ready to play.
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Howse Finds Victory Lane In Flamboro Late Model Opener
By: Randy Spencer for OntarioOval.com and Flamboro Speedway

Week number two of racing at Flamboro Speedway saw the return of the Grisdale Late Models along with some exciting racing action including some drivers earning their first victories.
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April 25th: David Burrows Ready for Inaugural OSCAAR Season
By: Ashley McCubbin

This year, the OSCAAR Modified series begins its inaugural season and one driver with modified experience that’s ready to get going is David Burrows. The driver of the No. 63 Fox’s Bakery and Deli, Burrowz Boys Racing, Pink Lemonade Photography and Morrison Climate Control Modified is excited to be back in a modified, owning his own car.
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SUNSET SPEEDWAY PARTNERS WITH MACMASTER BUICK GMC
By: Linda Jones/Wide Open Solutions

Sunset Speedway is pleased to announce today their new partnership in 2012 with MacMaster Buick GMC of Orangeville, Ontario. MacMaster will provide Sunset with a 2012 GMC Pace Truck and offer racers a new rewards program. Additionally MacMaster will be Sunset's Official Supplier of the 602 Crate Engine.
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Matt Mulholland Looks to Defend Thunder Car Championship at Sauble Speedway
By: Ashley McCubbin

“I am extremely competitive at everything I do. I do have an indescribable passion to drive and compete. There is nothing like the feeling of getting strapped into a beast, racing against the best drivers in the country and knowing that you have a shot to win.”
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SEAN GROSMAN: THE FLORIDA RESIDENT IS READY TO FLY TO THE FRONT OF THE PACK
By: Ashley McCubbin

Most drivers make a trip that’s at most a couple hours to race on a weekend basis. However for one Limited Late Model driver at Sunset Speedway, it’s a flight from Florida to Innisfil, Ontario to race at Sunset Speedway each Saturday night. Sean Grosman grew up in Toronto before moving to Florida.
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RON QUESNELLE LOOKS TO DEFEND CHAMPIONSHIP AT BARRIE SPEEDWAY
By: Ashley McCubbin

Last season was the dream season for Ron Quesnelle as he won the Limited Late Model Championship and 13 features at Barrie Speedway. With the championship at Barrie, he also becomes only the second driver to win championships at both tracks in Simcoe County (Sunset Speedway & Barrie Speedway) in the past decade.
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Donny Beatty To Run Sunset Speedway Full-Time in 2012
By: Ashley McCubbin

This year, Donny Beatty has made the decision to make his full-time return to Sunset Speedway after running four years at Peterborough Speedway and two years at Kawartha Speedway.
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Sunset Speedway: Parker Traves Follows in Father's Footsteps
By: Ashley McCubbin

This season, Parker Traves is following in his father’s footsteps, ready to take on his rookie season Mini Stock division at Sunset Speedway.
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Jason Melson Embarks on Rookie Season at Barrie Speedway
By: Ashley McCubbin

At the age of 19, Dave Melson began racing at Barrie Speedway in 1979. The result was both his son’s getting bit by the racing bug.
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Brandon Crumbie Set for Inaugural OSCAAR Season
By: Ashley McCubbin

“I’m looking forward to running a new class with a new group of people and hopefully we can have a successful year.”
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Teri-Lynne Dixon Looks for Success at Barrie Speedway
By: Ashley McCubbin

“It’s like an addiction; my family and friends are so supportive. The thrill and excitement and never knowing what is going on.”
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Mike Robinson Jr. Brings Lightning McQueen to Sunset Speedway
By: Ashley McCubbin

Last season, Robinson Jr. went into the last couple of weeks looking to have a solid finish in points.
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ANDY KAMRATH LOOKS FOR SAUBLE SPEEDWAY LATE MODEL CHAMPIONSHIP
By: Ashley McCubbin

Last season, Andy Kamrath finished fourth in points after winning four features, having a solid season at Sauble Speedway behind the wheel of the No. 35 AM Roofing Solutions and Watson Building Supplies of Barrie.
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CHARLIE SMITH: READY TO TAKE ON MINI STOCK DIVISION AT BARRIE SPEEDWAY
By: Ashley McCubbin

Last season saw Charlie Smith ran a Ford Mustang at Barrie Speedway, having some solid runs while others weren’t as pretty.
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APRIL 21ST: SUNSET SPEEDWAY PRACTICE
By: Ashley McCubbin

Sunset Speedway hosted their third practice of the season to allow teams to get ready for the 2012 season. Many drivers came out, prepared to put more laps on their cars to get them handling before the season started.
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2012 SUNSET SPEEDWAY MINI STOCK PREVIEW
By: Ashley McCubbin

Last season, six different drivers found victory lane during regular events during the season. With four of the top competitors running part-time in 2012, it will be interesting to see what happens.
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2012 SUNSET SPEEDWAY SUPER STOCK PREVIEW
By: Ashley McCubbin

Last year, six different drivers found Super Stock victory lane during the course of the season. Of those six, five of them are returning in 2012. Last season was competitive top to bottom with many close battles on track and with the same group returning with some additions, this year promises to be a repeat.
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2012 SUNSET SPEEDWAY LIMITED LATE MODEL PREVIEW
By: Ashley McCubbin

Last year was one of the most competitive seasons of Limited Late Model racing at Sunset Speedway as seven different drivers found victory lane in feature events during the course of the season. Of those seven, six of those drivers are returning with a whole host of other talented drivers to take on the 2012 schedule.
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OLD UPDATES

APRIL 14TH: OPENING PRACTICE AT SUNSET SPEEDWAY
By: Ashley McCubbin

The first practice of the season always draws attention as everybody is curious to see who's got what. That was no different this year at Sunset Speedway as some drivers came out, ready to test out their new rides for 2012.
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BARRIE SPEEDWAY MALL SHOW PREVIEWS 2012 SEASON
By: Ashley McCubbin

Last week at Bayfield Mall, Barrie Speedway hosted a mall show, which showcased some of the cars expected to race at Barrie this coming season. As Barrie Speedway enters its second season under new ownership, there is no question that expectations are high for this season.
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Jake Ott To Compete in Lucas Oil Sportsman Series in 2012
By: Ashley McCubbin

JWO Racing driver Jake Ott recently announced that he will be driving the No. 88 Dodge owned by Rob Anderson in the Lucas Oil Sportsman Cup Series.
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Paul Maltese and Maltese Motorsports Add New Sponsors For The 2012 Season
By: Ashley McCubbin - 3/2/2012

Having a good group of funding behind a race team is important to be able to contend for wins and the championships.
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Brian Wilson Jr. To Host Fundraiser at the End of March
By: Ashley McCubbin - 3/1/2012

Sponsorship at any level of racing can be tough to get and sometimes, it takes creativity to get it. Wilson Motorsports is doing that as they are hosting a fundraiser at the end of March.
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Sunset Speedway Set For 2012 Season, Announces McColl Pro Series
By: Ashley McCubbin - 2/17/2012

With good car counts throughout the entire season last year, it was a success for Mark Dilley and the entire Sunset Speedway staff.
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Sean Cronan Looks For Another Solid Season While Raising Money for Charity
By: Ashley McCubbin - 2/17/2012

This year at the Canadian Motorsports Expo, Sean Cronan and Cronan Motorsports unveiled their new paint scheme for 2012 – silver and purple. This is a result of two new sponsors for 2012 – Supercuts Barrie/Wasaga and Paul’s Auto Body.
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Ron Fellows: It's a Privilege to be Apart of the Ownership Group
By: Ashley McCubbin - 2/17/2012

During the 2012 racing off-season, it was announced that the ownership of Mosport Raceway had changed hands. Canadian Racer Ron Fellows, along with partners Alan Boughton and Carlo Fidani purchased Mosport from the previous ownership.
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Kevin Cornelius: #1 Driver in Ontario Short Track Driver Rankings
By: Ashley McCubbin - 2/17/2012

To say last season was a dream season for Kevin Cornelius would be understatement. The 2011 season marked the first championship for the driver of the No. 17 Halton Lee Sand and Gravel, Sandbox Tech Child Care, Hanson Pipe, Alliston’s Transmission, Ed’s Automotive and Fierce Wraps Chevrolet.
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Lane Zardo: Best Up-And-Coming Canadian Racer of the Year
By: Ashley McCubbin - 2/17/2012

On Friday February 10th, it was announced that Lane Zardo was ranked ninth in the Inside Track Ontario Short Track Power Rankings. At the age of 15, the 2011 Sunset Speedway Super Stock Champion becomes the youngest driver to make the rankings.
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Barrie Speedway Looks Towards 2012 Season with Apex Motorsports Ownership Group
By: Ashley McCubbin - 2/17/2012

Following the 2010 season, many people questioned the future of Barrie Speedway and whether it would be able to continue having success seasons to follow. Their questions were answered after the 2011 season as the new ownership group, Apex Motorsports, came in and began turning the track around.

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J.P. Josiasse: Peterborough Speedway Track Owner and Racecar Driver
By: Ashley McCubbin - 2/17/2012

“The anniversary is a milestone,” track owner J.P. Josiasse says. “45 years of racing – that’s longer than some of us have been around and its amazing to look back at some of the picture and what was like when the track first opened. There’s a lot of history there. Peterborough has a lot of history.”
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Canadian IndyCar star James Hinchcliffe – Sunday at the CME!
By: Canadian Motorsports Expo PR

James Hinchcliffe missed appearing at last year’s Canadian Motorsports Expo because he was taking part in an IndyCar test at Florida’s Sebring International Raceway. In the time since that test, Hinchcliffe has been extremely busy, and he’ll have a lot to talk about when he takes to the CME’s Mazda Stage on Sunday, February 12.
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New addition to the CMHF to be featured in display at the Canadian Motorsports Expo
By: Canadian Motorsports Expo PR

The Canadian Motorsport Hall of Fame will feature the latest addition to the Hall's collection at its display during the Canadian Motorsports Expo. The three-day show runs February 10, 11 & 12 at the International Centre, adjacent to Toronto's Pearson Airport.
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Mazda Stage will be a hive of activity at the CME
By: Canadian Motorsports Expo PR

Anyone who has attended the Canadian Motorsports Expo over the years will know that the CME stage is always a busy place in terms of celebrity appearances, autograph sessions and interactive expert forums. For the 6th Annual Canadian Motorsports Expo, Mazda Canada Inc. will be the presenting sponsor of this high-profile property.
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NASCAR Canadian Tire Series bringing legendary team owner / engine builder Robert Yates to the CME
By: Canadian Motorsports Expo PR

For the second year in a row, racing fans in attendance at the Canadian Motorsports Expo will be able to get a unique, behind-the-scenes look at the workings of the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series. The CME runs February 10, 11 and 12 at Toronto's International Centre.
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Canadian Motorsports Expo Schedule Posted!

The schedule for the 'Peel' Seminar Room , along with the full Mazda Stage schedule is posted.
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Q&A With Thayne Hallyburton, Barrie Speedway Late Model Racer
By: Ashley McCubbin - 2/2/2012

After finishing third last year in the Thunder Car, Thayne Hallyburton has made the decision to move up to Late Model in 2012 at Barrie Speedway. Thayne talks about that in this Q&A, along with covering OHL and storm chasing.
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Canadian Tire to have a big presence at the CME!
By: Canadian Tire PR

Canadian Tire, a company with a long and proud history in Canadian racing, will have a significant presence at the upcoming Canadian Motorsports Expo (CME). The show takes place February 10, 11 and 12 at Toronto’s International Centre.
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Canadian Motorsports Expo Sets Schedule For 2012 Show

Canadian Motorsports Expo staff have finalized the schedule for the 2012 show as it was released earlier this week. The Canadian Motorsports Expo will be taking place from Friday February 10th to Sunday February 12th at the International Centre.

Check out the schedule at http://www.canadianmotorsportsexpo.com/?page_id=30.

Holdaway Motorsports Is Looking For A Spotter For 2012
By: Ashley McCubbin - 2/1/2012

Holdaway Motorsports announced yesterday that they were looking for a spotter and crew member to work with driver Taylor Holdaway for the 2012 season at Sunset Speedway.
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Richard Petty Driving Experience Announces "2012 Canadian Summer Tour"
By: Richard Petty Driving Experience PR - 1/31/2012

Richard Petty Driving Experience (RPDE), the North-Carolina-based worldwide leader in NASCAR stock car drive and ride entertainment, announced today that it will be returning north this summer for a second Canadian Summer Tour.
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Flamboro Speedway Adds New Division To 2012 Lineup
By: Randy Spencer, Flamboro Speedway Columnist for OntarioOval.com - 1/30/2012

With the 2012 racing season just around the corner comes news that Flamboro Speedway will be adding a new division to their weekly lineup. It will be a beginner class for those who would like to race but don’t want to put a lot of money into a car and to help bring new faces into the sport and have some fun.
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Carl Edwards Will Sign Autographes at Canadian Motorsports Expo
By: Ashley McCubbin - 1/19/2012

After finishing second in last year's NASCAR Sprint Cup Series standings, Carl Edwards will be coming to Canada for the Canadian Motorsports Expo on Saturday February 11th. Edwards will be signing autographs and taking part in an hour Q&A session with the fans.
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New IndyCar Series "DW12" Chassis To Make First Appearance in Canada
By: Ashley McCubbin - 1/19/2012

Downing Roofing To Be An Associate Sponsor of Holdaway Motorsports
By: Ashley McCubbin - 1/19/2012

Holdaway Motorsports announced that Downing Roofing will be an associate sponsor for the team in 2012.
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Don’t miss Hendrick Motorsports’ No. 24 & No. 88 NASCAR Sprint Cup show cars at the CME!
By: Canadian Motorsports Expo PR - 1/18/2012

Canadian racing fans in attendance at the upcoming Canadian Motorsports Expo presented by Inside Track Motorsport News are in for a special treat. The show, which takes place February 10, 11 and 12 at Toronto’s International Centre will feature two of the world’s most famous race cars.
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Inside Track Readers' Choice Awards voting: 10 days left!
By: Greg MacPherson, Editor for Inside Track Magazine - 1/16/2012

TORONTO, ON – Canadian motorsports fans have 10 days left to register their votes for Canada's top racers of 2011. Visitors to www.insidetracknews.com will have their say in 'Racer of the Year' and 'Up and Coming Racer of the Year' categories as part of the 10th annual Inside Track Motorsports News Readers' Choice Awards.
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SUNSET SPEEDWAY RELEASES TENTATIVE 2012 SCHEDULE
By: Ashley McCubbin - 1/13/2012

On January 13th, Sunset Speedway released their 2012 Tentative Schedule, which includes a variety of dates.
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Canadian Motorsports Expo Returns For Sixth Year
By: Ashley McCubbin - 1/12/2012

The Canadian Motorsports Expo (CME) is back for another year as it will hit the International Centre in Toronto, Ontario, Canada from February 10th to February 12th.
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Inside Track Launches 2012 Readers' Choice Awards
By: Ashley McCubbin - 1/11/2012

Inside Track has launched their 2012 Readers' Choice Awards categories, where they celebrate the best Canadian drivers of 2012.
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Speed51.com Launches Voting For 2011 51s
By: Ashley McCubbin - 1/11/2012

Speed51.com has launched their voting for the 2011 51s, where they celebrate the best short track racing in North America. Ontario is featured in some of the cateogries. For best rivalery, the battle between Tom Walters and Dwayne Baker that happpened at Sunset Speedway is nominated. Sunset Speedway also gains a nod in the category for "Best Finish" with the OSCAAR Velocity 250 finish between Rob Clarke and Glenn Watson. Delaware Speedway is included in the votes under "best track" and lastly, Cambridge, Ontario native J.R. Fitzpatrick's late model is nominated under best appearing car.
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Rob Poole To Run OSCAAR in 2012
By: Ashley McCubbin - 1/8/2012

After finishing third in last year's Limited Late Model standings, Rob Poole made the announcement that he would be moving up to the OSCAAR series in 2012. Poole made the announcement at the very beginning of the 2012 year.
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CASCAR Reunion: CME to host a trip down memory lane on Sunday, February 12
By: Canadian Motorsports Expo PR - 1/6/2012

Before there was a NASCAR Canadian Tire Series, CASCAR was Canada’s top stock car sanctioning body, overseeing national and regional championships and creating consistent rules packages for many of the nation’s top racing facilities.
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CME Returns For Sixth Year With New Date and Bigger Venue
By: Canadian Motorsports Expo PR - 12/12/2011

The 6th Annual Canadian Motorsports Expo, Powered by Inside Track Motorsport News takes place February 10, 11 & 12, 2012 at the International Centre, adjacent to Toronto’s Pearson International Airport. New for 2012, the CME will be held on a new date, in a bigger hall.
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Andy Ford and Willie Reyns Ready To Tackle Polar Bear 150 at Rockingham
By: Ashley McCubbin - 11/14/2011

After finishing the year at Kawartha Speedway at the beginning of September, both Andy Ford (pictured left) and Willie Reyns have been touring the other speedways in Ontario. Reyns made the trip first to Sunset Speedway for Velocity 250 weekend, while both Ford and Reyns hit Peterborough Speedway for Autumn Colors at the beginning of October. Though come the end of November, they’re both taking a trip of a different kind.
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Remember the 2011 Short Track Racing Seaon: From a Fan's Perspective
By: Ashley McCubbin - 10/28/2011

Any given season on the short tracks, there's always moments that stand out higher than the rest. For the short tracks in Ontario this season, that's no exception as there were plenty of moments to remember.
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Doug Butler, Lane Zardo, Sean Cronan and Rob Clarke Come Out Victorious at Velocity 250
By: Ashley McCubbin - 9/26/2011

With over 150 cars at the track with some of the best drivers from across the province of Ontario, it was promising to be a great day of hard racing in every division.
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Ryan Kimball Scores First Pro Late Model Victory with Velocity 250 at Sunset Speedway
By: Ashley McCubbin - 9/25/2011

After racing at Kawartha Speedway with the ACT Late Model for a couple years now, Ryan Kimball had found himself missing that elusive feature victory. That all changed on Saturday night at Sunset Speedway with the Velocity 250 weekend.
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Paxton, Zardo and Holdaway Victorious as Podewils, Zardo and Cornelius are Crowned
By: Ashley McCubbin - 9/18/2011

In what was one of most anticipated races of the entire season, the final points night had everything there was to offer for the fans who were in the house.
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Alex Lees, Lane Zardo and Kevin Cornelius Pick Up Feature Victories at Sunset Speedway
By: Ashley McCubbin - 9/12/2011

After getting rained out last week, Sunset Speedway driver and fans were set for the third round of the McColl Racing Enterprises Shootout Series on Sunday September 11th.
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Dan Britt Scores Third Win in a Row; Marty Monette and Dario Capirchio Find Victory
By: Ashley McCubbin - 9/11/2011

With only a couple nights of racing to go at Sunset Speedway, the racing was tight as ever as there'd be contact and some tempers would overflow.
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Tom Walters Scores Feature Victory; Dan Britt and Lane Zardo Go Back-To-Back
By: Ashley McCubbin - 9/4/2011

While most of the weather channels reported that there'd be thunder storms all night long, the only thunder created at Sunset International Speedway was the thunder on the track due to the heated action.
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