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MANY GREAT STORIES COME FROM SPEEDROME DEMO DERBY NIGHT
The Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech had a vast array of vehicles competing on Saturday September 15th. The evening was presented by the Hoosier Lottery and CSL Plasma. The FWD Demolition Derby was one of the best ever! It featured a final duel that went on for a while. In the end, it was JB Graham making his grand return after decades off the pavement to win over a very tough Cole Rhoton. Graylynn Grayer was third. The Trailer Figure 8 saw Jermie Latham cross the line first over Kyle Downey and “real deal” Willinger Neal.....click to read more
KESTLER CLAIMS SNOW SHOVEL 100, SMITH TAKES STOCK CROWN
The Stock division season came to a close Saturday night September 15th at Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech. The final 2018 task, a century-length feature titled the Snow Shovel 100. Former champ Doug Greig set quick time in qualifying at 14.392 seconds. Kenny Rackley took the early lead in the main. Kentucky’s Mike Kestler took over on lap 8 and never looked back. It was his 3rd victory of the year. Kevin Smith was a game second followed by Ricky Schaeffer III, Greig, and Larry Hahn.....click to read more
THE MARKSMAN MAKES MONDAY HIS OWN, WINS 2ND WORLD CROWN
It took 5 days, but in the end “the Marksman” Mark Tunny won a heart-pounding Shelby Materials World Figure 8 Championship on Monday night September 10th. 49 teams from 5 states were on hand for this 42nd annual 3-Hour Endurance Race held at the Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech with $20,000 going to the winner. The track is so thankful for the support of everyone involved in dealing with the hardships from the unprecedented hand Mother Nature and the remnants of hurricane Gordon dealt us over a long weekend.....click to read more
WORLD FIGURE 8 CHAMPIONSHIP SPECIAL AWARDS
The 42nd annual World Figure 8 Championship 3-Hour Endurance Race is now in the books. The final laps turned late Monday night at the Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech. 10 special awards are given each year with honors going to the driver and a $300 bonus check paid to each recipient.....click to read more
BISHOP, SMITH, NEAT, GLADISH WIN FIRST SEPTEMBER FEATURES
Besides the All Star 200, there were 4 additional classes in action Saturday September 1st at the Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech. The Circle City Pyrotechnics Junior Faskarts had its very competitive season continue with a 10th different feature winner in the class for drivers ages 7 to 15. Johnny Bishop was best taking first in the 20-lap main over Nathan Brown, John Hargraves Jr, Jalen Summers, and Jayden Durham. Heat races were won by Noah Perkinson and Brayden Tharp.....click to read more
BROOKS BECOMES FIRST REPEAT WINNER IN ALL STAR 200 HISTORY
The Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech hosted its longest scheduled distance race of the season Saturday September 1st. It was the 12th Annual All Star 200 for the Last Chance Wrecker Factory Front Wheel Drives. An event record 59 cars were on hand. The top 12 in points were locked in to the 40-car “A” main. Last chance qualifying races were captured by Roger Gwinn, Tylar Brown, Barry Turner, and Travis Harmon. These filled the remainder of the field.....click to read more
NEAT, BOWMAN, DRAKE, NORRIS RAISE CHECKERS
It was Shelbyville Auto Parts night at the races Saturday August 25th. Mother Nature dumped a pre race downpour on the facility, but that didn’t dampen the passion of racers and the commitment of the fans at the Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech. We thank everyone on property for their patience and hard work to get in this show.....click to read more
SIZEMORE WINS 1-HOUR, JESSE TAKES CHAMPIONSHIP
A frantic and exhilarating final few laps on August 25th capped off a great 2018 Brown’s Oil Service Late Model points pursuit. Fans at the Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech could not believe their eyes at the conclusion of the 60-minute Figure 8. We thank everyone on property for their patience and hard work to get the show in Saturday after a late afternoon dumping downpour from Mother Nature.....click to read more
TUNNY vs TUNNY FOR TITLE THIS SATURDAY IN TRACK’S OLDEST RACE
The oldest event held at the Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech is set to take place this Saturday August 25th, the 1-Hour Figure 8. The Brown’s Oil Service Late Models will take center stage in this intense $2,000-to-win 60-minute intersection interaction. The evening also includes the Shelbyville Auto Parts Thundercars (with a $1,000 to win feature), the Last Chance Wrecker Factory Front Wheel Drives, and Adult Faskarts. It’s Shelbyville Auto Parts night at the races. Tickets are just $10. Seniors, veterans, military, and first responders are $8. Children ages 9 to 12 are $5 and free for those under 9. Racing starts at 7pm.....click to read more
CSL PLASMA “Good for you, Great for life” JOINS SPEEDROME SPONSORSHIP FAMILY
The Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech is proud to welcome CSL Plasma to the growing sponsorship family. CSL Plasma operates one of the world’s largest collection networks of human plasma with 200 locations around the globe including 3 nearby at 5550 E. Washington Street, 2750 East 46th Street, and 5905 Madison Avenue. New donors who qualify can receive up to $400 per month for donating their plasma. There are many great videos that explain the process. To see those and learn even more, visit cslplasma.com.....click to read more
LATE MODEL TITLE RIVAL BROTHERS SPLIT MAINS ON PENULTIMATE CHAMPIONSHIP NIGHT
The fight for the premier point title at the Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech didn’t disappoint Saturday August 18. The next to last event for the 2018 Brown’s Oil Service Late Model crown saw the top duo step it up. Standings leader Jesse Tunny struck first winning the 25-lap oval feature over Austin Tunny and Tommy St John. Current point runner-up Ben Tunny answered back with victory in the 50-lap Figure 8. He took the lead passing Charlie Hargraves with only 3 to go. St John again finished third. Ben was the quick qualifier at 12.641 seconds. Heat races were taken by Matt Smith and Shiner Sutton.....click to read more
NEAT, FULTS, ARTHUR, NORRIS FINISH FIRST IN FEATURES
There was a special race Saturday night August 11th at the Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech. It was the Toby Eads Memorial 40 for the Shelbyville Auto Parts Thundercars. Point leader Nate Canter was Lawrence Towing’s $100 fastest qualifier in a tight session with a lap of 14.705 seconds. He drew an invert of 10 for the 20-car feature lineup. April-May-June champ EJ Neat put on a command performance from his 2nd starting spot to win the $1,000 winner’s check. Aaron Smay survived a lengthy major battle to finish in second place and Canter third. A big thank you goes out to the Eads family for making this a great event.....click to read more
TUNNY, RIDDLE, EDSALL CLAIM SATURDAY CHECKERS
A beautiful summer evening greeted fans and racers alike Saturday August 11th at the Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech. The show closer was a Brown’s Oil Service Late Model 50-lap Figure 8. Veterans Jeff Shackelford and Charlie Hargraves dueled early for the lead of the event. A red flag restart brought a new pair of spirited battlers, Ben Tunny and Steve Durham, to the front. Ben better a couple late restarts to garner his 9th Figure 8 victory of the campaign. “Bull” Durham equaled a career best second followed by Mike Riddle Jr in third.....click to read more
“THE OUTLAW” WINS FIGURE 8, MILLER MARCHES TO CIRCLE CITY CLASH VICTORY
The Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech had its fifth mile sizzle with a big night August 4th. The Brown’s Oil Service Late Model main event was a wild 50-lap Figure 8. The majority was a battle between Cory Harmon and Steve Durham until the leading Durham was collected at the crossover. Jesse Tunny would work past Harmon to take the victory. Earlier oval feature winner Austin Tunny was second and Cory third. The 25-lap oval podium was rounded out by Chris Green and Mike Riddle Jr. Ben Tunny was the fast qualifier, Riddle and Jeff Smith captured heat races.....click to read more
SIZEMORE, SMITH & MORE SCORE ON SPEEDROME SPONSOR NIGHT
The Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech launched a doubleheader racing weekend on Friday August 3rd. The Brown’s Oil Service Late Models headlined with a 50-lap Figure 8. There was an epic first half duel between Casey White and Tim Logue. A mid race red brought on a wild restart. Tommy St John made it 3 wide but contact unfortunately affected the trio’s traction. Chad Sizemore marched through to win his second Figure 8 of the season. Jesse Tunny took second and Steve Durham third.....click to read more
MOORE WINS ON MONSTER EVENING OF MOTORSPORTS
The Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech was a busy place Saturday July 28th. A whopping 126 race cars in 9 features entertained a huge throng of fans who came to meet the drivers in the annual autograph session and brought toys for the yearly Tom Wood Christmas charity drive. Santa Claus, the Batmobile, and other superheroes were there for mingling with the kids.....click to read more
CHRISTMAS IN JULY, MEET THE DRIVERS, TONS OF RACING, & MORE SATURDAY JULY 28TH
Join us this Saturday July 28th for one special evening of events. It is Christmas in July at the Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech. This is the kickoff effort for the Tom Wood Group’s annual Avondale Meadows YMCA Toy Drive. Fans who bring a new, unwrapped toy this Saturday night will receive $2 off their spectator admission. Many of the kids and their families from the Avondale Meadows area will be with us Saturday for a night of racing and fun. Spectator gates open at 4:30pm with autographs at 6:15pm and racing at 7:30pm.....click to read more
MARKSMAN REPEATS IN SONNY THOMPSON FIGURE 8
The Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech had some exciting racing with amazing support from teams and an outpouring of patience from race fans. The track staff wants to thank everyone involved for making July 21, 2018 happen. That evening’s autograph session has been pushed back until July 28th.....click to read more
SATURDAY SEES FIRST LATE MODEL FEATURE SWEEP OF 2018
July 14th had a semi-rare happening in the Brown’s Oil Service Late Models, a sweep of the oval and figure 8 features. Reigning series champ Ben Tunny continued his incomparable season by producing the feat this past Saturday. In the 25-lap oval, he slid around early leader Todd Shelby and went on to victory. Shelby was second and Quentin White third. In the Figure 8, the red sea parted for Ben as he went past Shelby, Steve Durham, Donnie Murphy, and John Conner Jr in one swoop to take his 8th crossover win. Jesse Tunny was second and Durham third.....click to read more
8PM START FOR A HOT SPEEDROME SATURDAY NIGHT OF RACING
This Saturday July 14th has something for everyone at the Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech. With the excessive heat and humidity forecasted, the program has been pushed back a bit from the familiar starting time. The first race will now blast off at 8pm. Pit gates open at 5pm with the spectator entrance opening at 6pm. Tickets are $10. Seniors, military, & first responders are $8. Ages 9 to 12 are $5. Ages 8 and under are free.....click to read more
GREIG, DRAKE, HARGRAVES, NEAT FIRST ON FIREWORKS NIGHT
Saturday July 7th was the highly anticipated USA Insulation fireworks night at the Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech. Fans enjoyed a beautiful show produced by the talented crew at Circle City Pyrotechnics. There was also a full card of great racing action.....click to read more
FIREWORKS + RACING = GREAT FAMILY FUN SATURDAY JULY 7TH
Fireworks night presented by USA Insulation has been one of the most popular events each year at the Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech. Our friends at Circle City Pyrotechnics have prepared a wonderful presentation of color, sparkle, and sound. The display will be featured in the air as well as on the track surface. A large crowd is expected. Seating is all general admission. Tickets are $15 for those ages 13 and up. Ages 9 to 12 are $10. Kids under 9 are free. USA Insulation will be giving away a $2,000 insulation job to one lucky fan on Saturday. You must be present to win!....click to read more
BEN, DON, NATE, KYLE HOIST TUESDAY CHECKERED FLAGS
It was an intense and exciting Brown’s Oil Service Late Model 75 lap Figure 8 Tuesday July 3rd at the Tom Wood Group Indianapolis Speedrome Powered by Lincoln Tech. The midweek lineup included stars from out of town challenging the home track talent for a $2,000 top prize. Ronnie Basham III and RJ Norton Jr were upfront early before being joined in the first-place pursuit by cousins Mark and Ben Tunny. Mark got the spot and pushed to a nice advantage until heavy traffic hampered his progress. Ben worked thru Norton then Basham and started reeling in the leader. The last third of the race was scintillating as the top two battled all the way. Ben came out on top for his 7th win of the year. Mark was second and Ronnie third.....click to read more