by Jay | Aug 9, 2009 | ACT, Canada, New England
Vallee-Jonction, QC – Patrick Laperle of St-Denis-sur-Richelieu, QC makes is two Serie ACT Castrol wins in a row with his win in the Luminare Napert 150 at Autodrome Chaudiere. Laperle started from the 15th position and took the lead on lap number 44. He led the rest of the way and was not contested. Sylvain Lacombe came home second, followed closely by Donald Theetge, Karl Allard and Jean-François Déry rounding out the top five. Jonathan Desbiens, Alexandre Gingras, Patrick Cliche and Patrick Hamel finished 6th through 9th.
The 150 lap event was slowed by 14 cautions and 1 red flag period. The red flag came on lap 115 when Justin Holtom was struck by Dany Ouellet after stopping on the back stretch. Twenty-four cars started the race and fifteen were on the track for the checkered flag.
Laperle has now won three races in the 2009 Serie ACT Castrol and is already qualified for the ACT Invitational at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on Saturday, September 19.
The next Serie ACT Castrol event is Saturday, August 22 at Riverside Speedway in St-Croix Quebec. It will be a 150 lap event and the final event before the Showdown at Chaudiere All-Star race featuring the top 11 Serie ACT Castrol drivers versus the top 11 ACT Tour drivers on Saturday, August 29 at Autodrome Chaudiere.
Luminare Napert 150 Unofficial Results
Pos. Car # Driver
1 91 Patrick Laperle
2 3 Sylvain Lacombe
3 80 Donald Theetge
4 48qc Karl Allard
5 21qc Jean-François Déry
6 92 Jonathan Desbiens
7 27 Alexandre Gingras
8 5qc Patrick Cliché
9 51pq Patrick Hamel
The rest of the finish still needs to be checked.
by Jay | Aug 9, 2009 | Canada
GUILDFORDS ‘LITTLE GUYS 100’ EXPECTED TO ATTRACT TOP DRIVERS
FROM NB, PEI AND NS THIS SUNDAY AT CFS
(Shediac, N.B.) — The Centre for Speed (CFS), Atlantic Canada’s Super Speedway and “Metro Moncton’s Playground of Power” is set to host the Guildford’s Little Guys 100 along with regular Southeast Challenge Series stock car racing in the Sportsman and Streetstock divisions on Sunday, August
9th at 2:00 p.m. as part of the CENTRE’s Covered Bridge Potato Chips Fan Appreciation event.
The Guidford’s Little Guys 100 will feature top Mini Stock and Four Fun division drivers from most Maritime stock car tracks competing in the region’s longest event of the 2009 season. Meanwhile, Sportsman and Streetstock drivers from southeastern NB will continue their chase for their individual 2009 Southeast Challenge Series championships.
Special events and prize giveaways will also be part of Sunday’s event as part of the CENTRE’s Covered Bridge Potato Chips Fan Appreciation event. Admission for Sunday’s event will be $12 for adults and $5 for children 5 to 15 years of age. Pit gates will open at 10:30 a.m. while front gates will open at 1 p.m.
Full schedule details are available at www.centreforspeed.com
TRAVEL NOTE: Due to bridge construction on Route #133, all CFS traffic must use Exit #43 (Grand Barachois) off Highway #15 until further notice. From this exit, traffic must turn left onto Route #133, at Gaudet Supermarket, and travel 2 km to the CENTRE.
About CFS
The CENTRE for Speed, built in 1996, is home to the Atlantic region’s largest and fastest paved 3/8 of a mile stock car oval as its centerpiece. The CENTRE overlooks the Northumberland Strait and is located 5 kilometers east of Shediac’s Parlee Beach on Route #133 in the village of Grand Barachois.
by Jay | Aug 3, 2009 | Canada
(Shediac, N.B.) — Stephen Halpin (#03), the 20-year old rookie Sportsman driver from Saint John, captured his first ever Maritime Super Series for Sportsman race of his career crossing the finish line first in the Cavendish Farms 100 Sunday afternoon at the Centre for Speed (CFS), Atlantic Canada’s Super Speedway and “Metro Moncton’s Playground of Power”.
Halpin, who started seventh on the 18-car grid, quickly moved up to the lead pack behind pole-sitter Ron Lane (#46) of Prosser Brook and passed Lane on the inside on lap #47, just before the competition yellow flag flew on lap #50. On the ensuing restart, the rookie kept his cool and fended off challenges from Lane over the final stretch to capture the historic win ahead of veterans Lane, the
defending RGS Sportsman champ, and Dan Bourque (#15) of Grande-Digue.
Lane earned the pole position for the 100-lap feature thanks to a win in the first 10-lap heat. e Marcel Maillet (#25) of St. Antoine, who started the main event on the outside pole, also enjoyed a good afternoon with his first checkered flags in over three years in both the 5-lap Dash and the second 10-lap heat. Mark Price (#54) of Saint John also recorded his first win of 2009 at CFS crossing the stripe first in the 25-lap semi-final.
The Maritime Super Series for Sportsman points standings now find defending series champion, Claude Gaudet (#22) of Grand Barachois in the lead (60 points), six points up on the rookie Halpin (54 points) and eight points up on Maillet (52 points). Then we find a four-way tie for forth at 51 points between Marc Gautreau (#99), Ken MacKenzie (#85), Bert Cormier (#3) and Dan Borque (#15). The next Super Series event will be held on August 15th as part of the CARQUEST Maritime Pro Stock Series Lucas Oil 100 weekend.
In Streetstock action, Shawn Waterfield (#23) of Sydney made the long drive up from Cape Breton worthwhile as he picked up the checkered flag in the 50-lap Invitational feature for his first career win at CFS. He accomplished the feat thanks to a timely and daring through-the-middle pass in heavy lap traffic on lap #35 to take the lead from veteran Saint John driver, Rick Cashol (#54). Cashol, who had himself taken the lead from feature pole sitter Doug MacEwen (#40) of Charlottetown on lap #28, had to settle for third in the feature behind past CFS champ, Remi Gaudet (#75) of Grand Barachois who was making his 2009 season debut. Gaudet took consolation in his 10-lap semi win while Waterfield also picked up the win in the 10-lap heat.
In Mini Stock action, Daniel Gautreau (#20) of Shediac recorded his first three wins of the 2009 season capturing wins in the 10-lap heat, semi-final and 35-lap feature to complete the grand slam. Gautreau crossed the stripe in the feature ahead of his cousin and defending CFS champion, Pierre Gautreau (#99) of Shediac with Mike MacDougal (#23) of Riverview picking up third – the
exact same result as in the 10-lap heat.
In the Four Fun division, there were three different winners. SSW regular, Tim Tanner (#89) of Beaverbank, N.S., picked up his first career win at CFS crossing the stripe in a photo-finish in the 35-lap feature just a few centimeters ahead of Eldon Campbell (#17) of Moncton while fellow SSW regular, Kyle Gammon (#98) of Middle Sackville, N.S. was third. Campbell took some consolation from his earlier win in the 10-lap semi while points leader, Mike Weagle (#60) of Petitcodiac took home first place hardware in the heat.
Next Sunday, August 9th at 2:00 p.m., the Centre for Speed will host the Covered Bridge Potato Chips Fan Appreciation Day with regular Southeast Challenge Series points racing in Sportsman and Streetstock divisions as well as the Little Guys 100, which is the longest race in the Maritimes for 4-cylinder race cars.
Full schedule details are available at www.centreforspeed.com
TRAVEL NOTE: Due to bridge
construction on Route #133, all CFS traffic must use Exit #43 (Grand Barachois) off Highway #15 until further notice. From this exit, traffic must turn left onto Route #133, at Gaudet Supermarket, and travel 2 km to the CENTRE.
About CFS
The CENTRE for Speed, built in 1996, is home to the Atlantic region’s largest and
fastest paved 3/8 of a mile stock car oval as its centerpiece. The CENTRE overlooks the Northumberland Strait and is located 5 kilometers east of Shediac’s Parlee Beach on Route #133 in the village of Grand Barachois.
by Jay | Aug 2, 2009 | ACT, Canada
Montmagny, QC – Patrick Laperle of St-Denis-sur-Richelieu, QC captured his second win of the 2009 Série ACT Castrol season at the Montmagny 250 in Montmagny, QC. Laperle took the green in the 14th starting position and quickly moved to the front of the field. After taking the lead on lap 27 Laperle clearly had the car to beat. Laperle held the lead until Karl Allard took over on lap 114 after pitting for fresh tires.
Allard then lead until after Laperle pitted for the new tires. At that point is was clear that Laperle had the dominant car. Laperle then took the lead again on lap 169 and lead the rest of the way. Allard would hang on for second and current point leader Donald Theetge finished third. Patrick Hamel and Justin Holtom were the only other two cars on the lead lap and finished fourth and fifth. Patrick Cliche, Jean-François Déry, Jonathan Desbiens, Claude Leclerc and Jacques Poulin completed the top ten.
Twenty-four cars were in attendance and they all took the initial green flag. Fourteen cars completed the race after 12 cautions.
Laperle won the opening race of the Série ACT Castrol 2009 season at St-Eustache, so he is already qualified for the ACT Invitational at New Hampshire Motor Speedway. Therefore opening up a spot for another provisional.
The Série ACT Castrol will be back in action next Saturday, August 8th at Autodrome Chaudiére.
Unofficial Montmagny 250 Results
Pos Start Pos Car # Driver
1 14 91 Patrick Laperle
2 11 48QC Karl Allard
3 15 80 Donald Theetge
4 12 51PQ Patrick Hamel
5 3 17ON Justin Holtom
6 9 5QC Patrick Cliche
7 24 21QC Jean-François Déry
8 16 92 Jonathan Desbiens
9 6 11PQ Claude Leclerc
10 20 97PQ Jacques Poulin
11 1 10QC Stéphane Descoste
12 8 85 Trampas Demers
13 18 27 Alexandre Gingras
14 21 40QC David Michaud
15 13 19 Brandon Watson
16 5 99 Derek White
17 17 42 Eric St-Gelais
18 7 28QC Dany Ouellet
19 4 30 Stéphane Durand
20 19 2 Daniel Descoste
21 2 15QC Kevin Roberge
22 10 9PQ Yvon Bédard
23 23 26QC Valerie Chiasson
24 22 12QC Etienne Lemay
by Jay | Jul 26, 2009 | Canada
Saturday July 25, 2009– Tonight we saw it all, rain delays, sun delays but it ended up to be a great night. The Carquest Maritime Pro Stock Tour came to Speedway 660 for The Parts for Trucks 100 that had previously been canceled due to rain. What a show it was !
There were 26 cars that started the 100 lap main event. It was a little rough going in the beginning with a couple of cautions right out of the gate, with several cars spinning out in the first 10 laps. Once the early evening jitters subsided the touring drivers entertained fans immensely. Wayne Smith and John Flemming stated on the front row and for most of the race were the big story. The two battled back and forth changing positions. Flemming led the most laps and dominated the race. Shawn Tucker started the race seventh and quickly started making his way to the front of the field until an early caution where he was involved and sent him to the back of the pack. Some would have say he was not going to have the good finish after being put to the back but he battled hard and made his way back up through the field to challenge John Flemming for the lead. Tucker had a good car all day. He came out in the time trials and ran the fastest lap of 13.70 and then after drawing for position started 6th in his qualifying heat. Tucker kept digging to get to the front and in the second half of the race he did. Passing car and car again until he took the lead from Flemming with under 10laps to go to take the win in the Parts for Trucks 100. Finishing a close second was John Flemming who has had a lot of success in the Carquest Maritime Pro Stock Tour over the years. Flemming has returned this year for a full season to try and win another championship. Also having a strong run tonight and finishing in third to take home a podium finish was Shawn Turple.
There was certainly a lot of action at Speedway 660 tonight between the rain delay, sun delay and cautions, fans were certainly on the edge of their seats wondering what would happen next. Along with the tour drivers there were a couple Speedway 660 pro stock regulars that came out for the event. Big Kevin Moore had a solid top ten finish and The Nackawic Night Train, Brian Gillespie also had a good run. Fredericton’s Matt Harris was also there for the event and had some bad luck as he was involved in an early caution.
In the Martin’s Home Heating Sportsman division, Myles Harris takes the win the in the feature. Myles came to the front in the second half of the race to take the lead. Wade Harris finished a close second and Michael Banks had a podium finish in third place. Banks ran into some trouble early on, bringing out the caution after getting loose in turn 2. After that incident Banks charged hard to get back up front and battle with the leaders. Banks was the points leader going into the race so a podium finish really helps in this tight points battle. Also contending for the points championship and had a good fourth place finish was Glyn Nott. Rounding out the top five was the # 70 of Dave Biggar.
In the Coast Tire Street Stock feature, Smokin Joe Albert was the big winner. Albert is running a limited season. He says he will be back a couple more times this season. Rocket Rodney Ness finished in second while Charles Gaddess had his first ever podium finish in third.
Next weekend is an off weekend for Speedway 660. Things get underway again on August 8th and 9th for the double header weekend full of excitement. Don’t miss it.
by Jay | Jul 24, 2009 | Canada
“CARQUEST PRO STOCK TOUR on tap for Parts for Trucks 100”
This Saturday night under the lights at Speedway 660 the Carquest Maritime Pro Stock Tour is heading to the Geary Woods for the Parts for Trucks 100. After last Saturday nights Enduro 200 being cancelled due to rain once again everyone is ready to get back to racing. Once again there is another exciting night of racing coming up. This is the race that had to be re-scheduled due to rain canceling it the first time in June.
Upwards of 30 cars are expected to make the trip to Speedway 660 this weekend including some of our own weekly Irving Lubricants Pro Stock regular drivers. Fans are going to see some exciting competitive racing when the tour hits the track. Every one is sure to be on the edge of their seats!
Some of the drivers you can expect to see include Fredericton’s Shawn Tucker, former track Champion Dave O’Blenis and Craig Slaunwhite, defending Peterbilt 250 Champion. Also St. John’s Lonnie Sommerville who had a great run in the PASS event, will be looking to make his way to victory lane. Some of the local drivers may include last year’s points Champion Greg Fahey and Matt Harris who is having a great start to the 2009 racing season.
After three of the tour races are in the books, the points have shuffled around and the point’s leader in the Carquest Maritime Pro Stock tour is John Flemming. Shawn Tucker who has won two of the three of the races is a close second in points while Shawn Turple is not far behind in third.
Last weekend was the first of three events in the Triple Crown Series. The first race was at Riverside Speedway for the IWK 250 where Wayne Smith picked up a win along with Kent Vincent and Sprint Cup driver David Reutimann also having podium finishes. There were 39 cars at the event. The second race of the series will take place at Scotia Speedworld on Aungust 8th for the Atlantic CAT 250 and the final race will be on September 6th at Speedway 660 for the Peterbilt 250 on SPEEDWEEKEND. If Wayne Smith can win all three of the events there will be a big $50,000 cheque waiting for him!
In addition to the Parts for Trucks 100, fans will get to see weekly points racing in the Martin’s Home Heating Sportsman and Coast Tire Street Stocks. Fans will see heats and features in both of these divisions. These points’s series are heating up as the summer goes on and you don’t want to miss it.
Race fans who bring a non perishable food item or make a donation for the food bank at the entrance of the Speedway will receive a bingo card for Purolator Bingo. Purolator is donating five $100 gas cards to give away to some lucky winners. At this time of year the food banks are very low on stock and rely on the help from public. Please remember the Food Bank when you leave to head to the Speedway on Saturday evening. Another night of WicKID family fun for everyone.
July 25th Event
Parts for Trucks 100
Saturday, July 25th at 7:00p.m.
Pit gates open at 1pm
Grandstands open at 5pm
Time Trials at 6:10pm
Racing starts at 7p.m.
Rain date is Sunday July 26th at 2:00p.m.
Ticket Prices:
Adults (16 and over) $20
Youth (ages 9-15) $15
Children (ages 8 and under) FREE
