FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
TNT Super Series double header this weekend at Dunn Tire Raceway Park
Steve's Electric continues to support the grassroots sportsman series!
LANCASTER, NEW YORK (June 28, 2010) The 2010 Joe’s Transmission TNT Super Series is in full swing and this weekend should see the same intense on-track battles the series is known for. Dunn Tire Raceway Park inLancaster, NY will host two separate TNT Hot Rod races this Friday July 2nd and Saturday July 3rd for events six and seven in the 2010 season.
This year, a new 'mid season' specialty award was added. The points leader after Saturday's event will receive a $100 certificate from Hoosier Tire Canada.
Presented by Steve's Electric, this is the second double-header event in New York state this year. Owner Steve McCarrick is a long-time drag racer and strong follower of the TNT Super Series. "We like this deal," said Steve. "The only problem we ever have is mother nature. Each track accomodates us and runs the program efficiently."
"We couldn't make this series work without sponsors like Steve," said Ted Barnes, TNT Series Director. This event, like every TNT event, will have the guaranteed $500 minimum payout.
"Actually, we've paid out more than $500 at every race so far this year because the car counts are so strong!"
Steve's racecar is a 1956 Chevy powered by a 468 BB Chevrolet with a Turbo 400 transmission. He's owned it since 1971 and it's capable of running 9.80's at 140mph.
Steve's Electric Co is located on Griffith Rd in Phelps, NY. In business since 1976, they do commercial, farming, industrial & residential electrical work along with complete installation, maintenance & repair. Call Steve and his team at (315) 548-9340 for all your electrical needs.
The top five in points are extremely close with the difference between first and fifth only 31 points. Mark Herbold (Elma, NY) sits atop the field with a 20 point lead over second place Jamie Stoneman (Cheektowaga, NY). Fred Gross (Brampton, ON), Wayne Sipos (Binbrook, ON) and Jon Jablonski (West Seneca, NY) round out the top five.
Gates open Friday at 3pm with first round of qualifying at 5pm. Visit www.dunntireracewaypark.com for full details.
Joe’s Transmission TNT Super Series Points (Top 10 of 38) After 4 of 13 Events
1 |
Mark | Herbold | 270 |
2 |
Jamie | Stoneman | 250 |
3 |
Fred | Gross | 248 |
4 |
Wayne | Sipos | 243 |
5 |
J.J. | Jablonski | 239 |
6 |
Sam | Lovetro Jr | 230 |
7 |
Bill | Elekes | 225 |
8 |
Pete | Maduri Jr | 213 |
9 |
Tom | Coonly | 204 |
10 |
Ted | Barnes | 199 |
About the TNT Super Series:
The Joe’s Transmission TNT Super Series www.tntsuperseries.com began in 2006 and is entering its fourth full season in 2010. Based on NHRA’s Super Street & IHRA’s Hot Rod classes, the multi-event series runs on a 10.90 index in the 1/4mile (7.00 in the 1/8 mile), guarantees a MINIMUM of $500 for an event win and pays round money for EVERY round win. Competing at facilities in southern Ontario and western New York, there are only two exceptions to the rulebook - no weight minimum and left-hand drive open-bodied cars are allowed.
Joe’s Transmission has been in business in Niagara Falls, Ontario since 1984. They sell & install high performance parts & accessories however their specialty is building & repairing high performance transmissions. Contact Joe and his team at (905) 374-6116 or visit them online at www.joestransmission.com
2010 is our fourth season - with more than 100% payback!
Photo credit: Dale Boeru - www.canadiandragracer.com
For more information please contact:
Lewis Robinson
TNT Super Series - Media Relations Director
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