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» Pro mod's all-time top 20 drivers - no. 12 mike janis |
PRO MOD'S ALL-TIME TOP 20 DRIVERS - NO. 12 MIKE JANIS
 (02-08-10) SPARTANBURG, SC - Attitude’s CompetitionPlus.com, through the assistance of a key group of Pro Modified historians and enthusiasts, has compiled a list of the Top 20 all-time drivers based on their contribution to the class, historic achievements, statistics and fan appeal.
Starting on Friday, January 8, 2010, the electronic magazine began revealing those names on the list, and will announce two drivers per week, until the No. 1 driver is unveiled on Saturday, Mar. 20, during the ADRL Dragpalooza in Houston, Texas.
Attitude’s CompetitionPlus.com narrowed the list from hundreds of drivers down to 20. Today, we reveal No. 12 on the list.
NOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• 2-time IHRA Pro Modified... [Read More]
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» Pete Berner's new Summit Racing Equipment Colors to Launch at the Detroit Autorama |
Pete Berner's new Summit Racing Equipment Colors to Launch at the Detroit Autorama
 (02-08-10) CRETE, IL - The Detroit Autorama is a hotbed for every custom machine you can dream of. Pete Berner will take advantage of this jewel in the Summit Racing Equipment Show Car Series to debut his new Pro Stock race car paint scheme, flying Summit colors. From February 26-28, the Summit Racing Display will be the central gathering point at the largest indoor custom car show in the country. Over three days, more than 150,000 spectators will be treated to Berner's Summit Racing Equipment GXP and a host of other race cars, both new and old, classic automobiles and loads of activities for the entire family.
"This is going to be a neat event," said Berner. "We are really looking forward to getting out there and meeting... [Read More]
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» Hedman Husler Hedders and Doug Winters Team up for 2010 |
Hedman Husler Hedders and Doug Winters Team up for 2010
 (02-08-10) Kernersville, NC - Doug Winters and Winters Racing announced today that Hedman Husler Hedders, an industry leader with over 50 years of experience in the automotive exhaust aftermarket, will be joining their team for the 2010 season as an associate sponsor on Winters Racing’s ’57 Chevy Pro Extreme.
“We are definitely thrilled to have formed a partnership with Hedman Husler Hedders," said Winters. "It is an honor for us and for the entire team to have the backing of a company of their caliber and we are looking forward to a great season. The team has always been impressed with their products, and we have been running Hedman Husler Hedders on our drag cars ever since we have been in drag racing.”
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» Rain Hampers Janis Pre- Summernationals Test Session |
Rain Hampers Janis Pre- Summernationals Test Session
 (02-08-10) Sydney Australia - Mike Janis left his Buffalo, NY area home headed for Sydney on Wednesday February 3rd, 25 hours later he landed in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Its a long trip but its still less time than the haul to Edmonton that cost me two IHRA titles, laughed Janis.
Janis had hoped to get behind the wheel of Sean Mifsuds Wild Willy Top Doorslammer and make some passes on the weekend prior to the Summernationals, but Mother Nature has had other plans. Heavy rains have caused havoc in New South Wales with Sydney receivingnearly 3 inches (74.8 mm) of rain in less than 24 hours.
We fitted Mike to the car to make sure hes comfortable and hes spent the time going over the car making sure things are to his liking. With... [Read More]
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» TEAM ARUBA’s US Street Nationals Recap |
TEAM ARUBA’s US Street Nationals Recap
 (02-07-10) UNION, SC - During the week of January 25th 2010, TEAM ARUBA traveled from their home base in Union, SC to Bradenton, Florida. On their way there they stopped near Orlando to pick up the driver of the www.Aruba.com Pro Stock Race car, Trevor Eman, who attends the University of Central Florida (UCF) in Orlando.
At the Bradenton track testing started on Tuesday the 26th of January 2010. The race car and motor were completely revised during the off-season. The race motor went to Jon Kaase Race Engines, Inc. and the racecar went to Rick Jones Race Cars, Inc. On Friday, January 29th the US Street Nationals started at the Bradenton speedway.
TEAM ARUBA participated at this race, although they... [Read More]
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» Berner unveils new summit paint scheme |
BERNER UNVEILS NEW SUMMIT PAINT SCHEME
 (02-05-10) CRETE, IL - Pete Berners Pontiac GXP has never looked better as it now flies the familiar red, white and blue of Summit Racing Equipment in a unique and eye-catching design by Greg Ozubko. With its new look, the GXP is sure to cause a stir with onlookers as well as with opponents.
Painted by SD Enterprises, the car, which features lightening strikes from the top and crushed pavement along the bottom, reflects the attitude of Berner himself, who hopes to create some excitement of his own during the 2010 ADRL and MMPSA series.
"We couldnt be more thrilled to fly Summit colors" told Berner, "and we are certainly looking forward to debuting our new look. Greg [Ozubko] did a fantastic job with the design and really built exactly what were looking... [Read More]
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» Pro modified all time top 20 - no. 13 mike castellana |
PRO MODIFIED ALL TIME TOP 20 - NO. 13 MIKE CASTELLANA
 (02-05-10) SPARTANBURG, SC - Attitude’s CompetitionPlus.com, with the assistance of a key group of Pro Modified historians and enthusiasts, has compiled a list of Top 20 all-time drivers based on their contribution to the class, historic achievements, statistics and fan appeal.
Starting on Friday, January 8, 2010, we will reveal the list, announcing two drivers per week, until the No. 1 driver is unveiled on Saturday, Mar. 20, during the ADRL Dragpalooza in Houston, Texas.
Attitude’s CompetitionPlus.com narrowed the list from hundreds of drivers down to 20.
#13 MIKE CASTELLANA
Westbury, NY
NOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• 2005 IHRA World Champion
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» Chuck Ford joins Knowles Racing as Crew Chief and Tuner |
Chuck Ford joins Knowles Racing as Crew Chief and Tuner
 (02-03-10) GRAND JUNCTION, CO/GRANT, AL - Mike Knowles, owner and driver of the 1963 "Blown Money" Corvette Pro Mod, is pleased to officially announce that two-time world champion tuner and former crew chief of the year recipient Chuck Ford has joined Knowles Racing taking on the responsibilities of crew chief and tuner. The agreement is exclusive to Knowles and his team.
"In a game that is won and lost by thousandths of a second, it's not enough to have all the best parts and be able to cut a light if you're hoping to win a championship. The Pro Mod class is way too competitive, and the new NHRA series is going to be fierce. You've got to stack as many cards in your favor as possible, and adding Chuck really sets us up for a championship run in 2010," Knowles said.... [Read More]
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» Statement from Sheikh Khalid Al Thani |
Statement from Sheikh Khalid Al Thani
 (02-01-10) DOHA, Qatar - The following statement is provided on behalf of Sheikh Khalid Al Thani and Al Anabi Racing. Please direct any questions to Puvanesan Kay, Aequitas Law LLP (U.K. Barrister ) or Chris Rodi ,Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP, (U.S. legal counsel) at info@aequitaslaw.com.
It has come to my attention that my and Al Anabi Racing's relationship with Mustafa Atat has recently been the subject of considerable discussion. The comments centred on Mustafa's involvement in a race in Detroit, Michigan, in 2001 which resulted in the tragic death of an innocent bystander. As a driver of the other car in that race, I understand that Mustafa has been charged with several serious crimes in the United States.
I did... [Read More]
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» Pro modified's all time top 20 drivers - no. 14 rickie smith |
PRO MODIFIED'S ALL TIME TOP 20 DRIVERS - NO. 14 RICKIE SMITH
 (02-01-10) SPARTANBURG, SC - Attitude’s CompetitionPlus.com, through the assistance of a key group of Pro Modified historians and enthusiasts, has compiled a list of Top 20 all-time drivers based on their contribution to the class, historic achievements, statistics and fan appeal.
Starting on Friday, January 8, 2010, the electronic magazine will reveal the list, announcing two drivers per week, until the No. 1 driver is unveiled on Saturday, Mar. 20, during the ADRL Dragpalooza in Houston, Texas.
Attitude’s CompetitionPlus.com narrowed the list from hundreds of drivers down to 20. Today, we reveal our No. 14 selection on the list.
No. 14 – Rickie Smith
King, NC
NOTABLE ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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