LOVES PARK, Ill. (Friday, April 23rd, 2010) -- NASCAR sanctioned racing is known for its family friendliness and the Rockford Speedway is no different. The 2010 season at the legendary high-banked oval just got a lot friender as the Family Section, which has been an alcohol-free zone for over a decade, will now also be a smoke-free zone. The Family Section is located on the backstretch in Section G and consists of four hundred and five seats, east of the start finish line.

By Jordan Kuehne

LOVES PARK, Ill. (Saturday, April 17th, 2010) -- There will be some new faces around Rockford Speedway for the 2010 racing season. NASCAR has announced a rules change that will allow 14- and 15-years-olds behind the wheel and behind the wall, giving the next generation more experience at a higher level. The rules change will only affect the Budweiser American Short Trackers, Bargain Hunter Sportsman, and Mtn Dew RoadRunners.

As of Thursday, the last driver to visit victory lane during Big 8 Series Spring Classic competition was planning on watching this Sunday’s race from the Rockford Speedway grandstand. Although it would be a great race to witness, he wanted to be a part of the 33rd annual Spring Classic, contending for another win in the tough Midwestern series. Michael Bilderback’s plans changed today.

Spring Classic Big 8 Entry List

This Sunday afternoon, the top weekly racers from Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota will begin their 2010 campaign on the high banks of Rockford Speedway. A total of 9 current and past short track champions have filed entries for the 33rd annual Spring Classic, which will see both the Big 8 Series Late Models and Mid-American Stock Cars in action. Three drivers looking to defend their 2009 triumphs will tighten their belts for the first time this season including two time defending Rockford Speedway titlist Jerry Gille, Madison International and 2007- 2008 Big 8 Series Champion Jeremy Miller as well as Dells Raceway Park Champ Corey Jankowski.

During last Saturday’s Stone and Double T 200 Enduro, the Bargain Hunter sign in turn three of Rockford Speedway was destroyed, as not one, but two racecars blasted through the bulls eye logo of the popular local classified publication. It has been reported that both cars continued through the pit area and rejoined the field of 70 cars. The sign, which has been in place for two seasons had been glanced off of in past encounters but this is the first time it has been taken down during a collision.

By Jordan Kuehne

LOVES PARK, Ill. (Saturday, April 10th, 2010) – Before the start of the season’s opening event at the Rockford Speedway, Chris Czaszwicz noted the warm weather; the sunny skies proved to be a good omen as Czaszwicz burned up the rubber on Saturday afternoon, kicking off the historical 63rd season at the high-banked quarter mile with a convincing victory in the Stone & Double T 200-lap enduro.

Loves Park, IL- The four Canadian Geese that sought refuge in the Rockford Speedway infield over the past three weeks have continued their voyage to the north as the weather at the quarter mile facility in northern Illinois continues to warm. Unfortunately for them they will miss out on a free sneak peak of the upcoming 2010 season this Saturday April 3 when teams get their first chance of the year to test the high bank paved oval.

Click to download the Rockford Entry Form

Rockford, IL- Big 8 Series officials released the Official Entry Form for the upcoming 33rd annual Spring Classic at Rockford Speedway. Entry Forms will be mailed to competitors or they can be downloaded at www.big8series.com. The event, which takes place on Sunday afternoon April 18 at the paved quarter mile high banked oval in Northern Illinois will mark many firsts for the sixth year series.

By Jordan Kuehne

LOVES PARK, Ill. (Sunday, March 14th, 2010) – The Rockford Speedway opened its doors to new drivers and welcomed back old friends for the 63rd time as the Rookie and Driver’s Orientations took place on Friday, March 5th at the Forest Hills Lodge adjacent to the legendary track. General Manager Gregg McKarns announced rules changes and spoke of exciting divisions that will make their way to the high banks during the 2010 season.