Loves Park, IL- 2011 Big 8 Late Model Series Champion Steve Rubeck and 2012 Jefferson Speedway Champion Casey Johnson, are among the first drivers to file their entries for the upcoming Big 8 Series 108 lap feature during the 36th annual Spring Classic presented by Yellowbook at Rockford Speedway. The 36th running on Sunday afternoon April 14 will feature the Big 8 Late Models, Mid-American Stock Cars as well as the popular Illinois Vintage Racing Series.

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The Official Entry Blank for the 36th annual Spring Classic Big 8 Late Model Series event being contested at Rockford Speedway on Sunday afternoon April 14 is now available online at www.big8series.com. The 108 lap feature event marks many milestones for the ninth year series, including the return to the Hoosier Racing Tire family, utilizing the S800 tire which is now the choice of short tracks across the region. The new Weekly Warrior Wages program which rewards each driver up to $250 per event based on their weekly racing success and Big 8 Series presented by Gandrud Chevrolet accomplishments will also debut. The 1pm green flag officially brings the Midwest racing season to life during an afternoon which will also showcase the Mid-American Stock Car Series and Illinois Vintage Racing Series. For additional information regarding the Spring Classic event including a complete schedule of events visit www.rockfordspeedway.com or call the Speedway Box Office at 815-633-1500.

The first official gathering of the 2013 Rockford Speedway will take place on Friday night March 1 at the Forest Hills Lodge located adjacent to the ¼ paved oval in Loves Park, IL. Doors will open at 5pm with the Rookie Orientation taking place at 6pm, the general meeting discussing licensing, race procedures and more will follow at 7pm. Race teams will be able to register their car numbers, purchase R.A.C.E. and NASCAR Memberships, reserve their season pit pads and pick up decal kits for the upcoming year. A first look at the 2013 season will also be available. For additional information contact the Speedway Box Office at 815-633-1500.

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The 2013 Rockford Speedway race season will officially begin on Saturday afternoon April 6 with the running of the WXRX 104.9FM Stone & Double T 200 Enduro at 3pm. Rules and regulations as well as the official entry form are now available on the speedway website at www.rockfordspeedway.com for the four cylinder endurance event which features racing on the oval track as well as the “Monza” course at the famed quarter mile paved oval located in Loves Park, IL. Nearly seventy five cars are expected to take the green flag in this $500 to win event. For additional information contact the Speedway Box Office at 815-633-1500.

Preparations for the 2013 Rockford Speedway Season are underway and it will not take long for the season to reach top speed. Cars will hit the track for the first time on Saturday April 6 with the WXRX 104.9FM Stone and Double T 200 Enduro beginning at 3pm featuring nearly one-hundred four cylinder racecars taking on the oval as well as the tricky Monza course. Earlier in the day, the first open practice for all racing divisions will be held from 11am to 2:30pm.

Portage, WI- A large contingent of asphalt tracks unanimously selected the S800 Hoosier Racing Tire for use at their tracks for classes utilizing eight inch tires during the 2013 and 2014 race seasons. The tire which offers a stiffened sidewall has provided great results at tracks ¼ mile in length up to 5/8 mile in length under racing conditions.

“All of us at Hoosier are excited to be part of the action at these great tracks.” Stated Hoosier Racing Tire’s Irish Saunders. “This is big for racing in the greater Wisconsin area and we are glad to be part of it.” Seven of the tracks switching to the S800 have had previous events contested on tires from the 800 family and will now take advantage of the stiffer construction this season and beyond.

The minimum valve stem diameter rule for the Big 8 Late Model Series and Rockford Speedway Late Models has been ammended after further research. The new rule now states: In 2014 and beyond, only 3/8”, 5/16” or 11/32” valve stem diameter allowed. Please see the updated rules as available at www.big8series.com and www.rockfordspeedway.com for complete details.

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Updates pertaining to the 2013 Rockford Speedway Rules are now available on the track website at www.rockfordspeedway.com. The 2012 Champions' Banquet is slated for Saturday January 26 at the Forest Hills Lodge in Loves Park, IL.

Bahama Brackets
‘A‘ Feature -- 1. Alex Papini, Machesney Park; 2. Tom Gille, Winnebago; 3. John Marshall, Crown Point, Ind.; 4. Mark Pluer, Brookfield, Wis; 5. Ryan Farrell, East Troy, Wis; 6. James Swan, Lake Geneva, Wis; 7. Mark Swan, South Bend, Ind.; 8. Doug Bennett, Brodhead, Wis; 9. Ed Williams, Jr., Streamwood; 10. Tim Craig, Bristol, Ind.; 11. Brad Carson, Manteno; 12. Nick Shutkas, Rockford; 13. Shaun Wiltjer, Gary, Ind.; 14. Jeff Schultz, Elkhorn, Wis; 15. Carl Benn, Menomonee Falls, Wis; 16. Chris Storey, Burlington, Wis; 17. Matthew Clossey, Beloit, Wis; 18. Natalie Decker, Eagle River, Wis; 19. Landry Potter, Genoa City, Wis; 20. Nate Matz, Burlington, Wis; 21. Danny Church (r), Big Bend, Wis; 22. Tyler Peterson, Lake Geneva, Wis; 23. Bill Tuckwell, Springbay; 24. Nick Clubb, Coal City.

A Heat 01 -- 1. John Marshall, Crown Point, Ind.; 2. Tyler Peterson, Lake Geneva, Wis; 3. Nick Clubb, Coal City; 4. Nate Matz, Burlington, Wis; 5. Landry Potter, Genoa City, Wis; 6. Jeff Schultz, Elkhorn, Wis; 7. Matthew Clossey, Beloit, Wis; 8. Chris Storey, Burlington, Wis.

A Heat 02 -- 1. Danny Church (r), Big Bend, Wis; 2. Carl Benn, Menomonee Falls, Wis; 3. James Swan, Lake Geneva, Wis; 4. Alex Papini, Machesney Park; 5. Bill Tuckwell, Springbay; 6. Ryan Farrell, East Troy, Wis; 7. Tim Craig, Bristol, Ind.; 8. Shaun Wiltjer, Gary, Ind..