Norwalk, OH – The 17th Annual Stainless Works Cavalcade of Stars presented by Budweiser will enchant and entertain fans, June 2-4, 2023 at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio.

The NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series event will fascinate with Top Alcohol Dragster, Top Alcohol Funny Car, Top Dragster, Top Sportsman and Pro Mod categories, plus an amazing array of Sportsman cars.

The action will heat up with performances by Hayden Proffitt and his jet engine-powered Hot Streak II truck, as well as Ernie Bogue and his Beast from the East jet engine-powered dragster and Danny Sullivan and his Chicago Rush jet engine-powered dragster.

Steve Harper will aim for the sky in his wheel-standing Cool Bus, and a Bader Family Signature Fireworks Show will make Saturday’s running of the event even more exciting.

As always, fans will have opportunities to hang out with their favorite, or soon-to-be favorite, sportsman racers.

Summit Motorsports Park is at 1300 State Route 18, Norwalk, Ohio. For more information or tickets, visit summitmotorsportspark.com or call 419-668-5555.

Norwalk, OH – SealMaster has completed the professional sealing of the asphalt at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio, and the company did a stellar job.

It was a big task considering the size of the area to be covered and the time frame in which it had to be covered so that it wouldn’t interfere with racing, and the effort and end product are appreciated by the entire Summit Motorsports Park team.

Coming up next at America’s Racetrack are the 2nd Annual AMRA Ohio Nitro Nationals presented by Penn Grade, May 19-21, followed by the 3rd Annual PDRA American Door Slammer Challenge presented by Callies, May 25-27, 17th Annual Cavalcade of Stars presented by Budweiser, June 1-4, 3rd Annual Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels NMRA Ford Homecoming, June 9-11, Wednesday Test and Tune, June 14, Friday Test and Tune, June 16, Edelbrock Super Series, June 17, 17th Annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, June 22-25 and many other outstanding events this year.

Summit Motorsports Park is at 1300 State Route 18, Norwalk, Ohio. For more information, visit summitmotorsportspark.com or call 419-668-5555.

Norwalk, OH – Some of the most successful companies in the country support racers and race fans at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio.

Among them are contingency sponsors, and because of their generosity, more than $268,965 is available for the 2023 contingency program for racers.

Summit Motorsports Park is proud to announce that TransTec recently became a contingency sponsor.

TransTec will offer $50.00 to the winner and $25.00 to the runner-up in Edelbrock Super Pro, Edelbrock Pro, Edelbrock Sportsman Delivered on Time by TFC Transportation, Wiseco/CycleTech Super Bike and Bear Motorsports presented by Wiseco Intermediate, Advanced and Novice Junior Dragster at Edelbrock Super Series races.

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Norwalk, OH – Stainless Works is set to have a prominent presence at Summit Motorsports Park this year. The company is the title sponsor for the 17th Annual Stainless Works Cavalcade of Stars presented by Budweiser, June 2-4, 2023 at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio. The energetic event, which is part of the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, will enthrall with Top Alcohol Dragster, Top Alcohol Funny Car, Top Dragster, Top Sportsman, Pro Mod and Sportsman racing, as well as jet engine-powered vehicles, a wheelstander, fireworks and more.

Stainless Works will be featured on signage throughout the park and some of the company’s products will be on display at select events all season long. Additionally, racers and race fans can find some of the company’s products at Dornan’s Sales & Service at Summit Motorsports Park.

Located in Cleveland, Ohio, Stainless Works uses top-notch material to make stainless steel headers and exhaust systems for performance applications for cars and trucks. Its quality products are used by racers at Summit Motorsports Park and across the country.

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Norwalk, OH – In addition to being the Official Cylinder Head of Summit Motorsports Park, Dart is significantly supporting racers through several programs.

The company will contribute to contingency, and to make the TransTec Halloween Classic 50 presented by Harland Sharp even more entrancing on Oct. 7-15, it will sponsor the event’s Dart Big M Shootout, which will showcase racers who use Dart cylinder heads, intake manifolds and/or blocks. That will take place on Friday’s running of the event. A very special, one-of-a-kind trophy and a Dart $2,000 gift card will go to the winner, while a $1,000 Dart gift card will go to the runner-up and a $100 Dart gift card will go to semifinalists. If the winner of the Dart Big M Shootout also wins in his or her class at the event, they will receive an additional $500 Dart gift card. There is no additional charge to enter the Dart Big M Shootout.

Dart Machinery is also sponsoring the Dart Fright Night at the TransTec Halloween Classic 50 presented by Harland Sharp.

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Norwalk, OH – The year 2023 is going to be special at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio.  It marks the 60th anniversary of the facility and the 50th anniversary of the Bader family’s ownership of it, and the season-long celebration begins with the 42nd Annual ebay motors Spring Warmup on April 15.

After the gates swing open at 8 a.m. to welcome racers and race fans for the long-awaited first event of the year, racers will be able to prepare their cars and combinations for upcoming competition during an all-day test session, and race fans will be able to see what’s in store for them for the next several months.

The popular event will also feature chassis inspections by NHRA Tech Inspector Pete Woodruff, and the Mickey Thompson Tires & Wheels Try It and Buy it program, where racers can have their wheels fitted with tires free of charge with the option to purchase them.

As always, the big swap meet will be brimming with everything from engines and engine parts to flywheels and fenders. Spaces are 20’X35′ each, and swap meet vendors may enter 6-8 a.m. the morning of the event.

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Norwalk, OH – Deb Bader has had a wide variety of roles at Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio over the years.  Each of them has been crucial to the success of the company which has existed for 60 years, and has been owned and operated by the Bader family for 50 years.

In keeping with beliefs held by her late husband and former owner of Summit Motorsports Park, Bill Bader Sr., and her stepson and president of Summit Motorsports Park, Bill Bader Jr., Deb will now step into Guest Advocacy and Fan Enrichment roles. Her commitment to Summit Motorsports Park, and her concern for everyone who visits, make her a perfect person for these positions.

“I’m very happy to welcome Deb to these very important positions,” said Bader Jr., “Summit Motorsports Park is a guest-first company, and we built our reputation on the guest-first model. Deb’s roles are to ensure we meet or exceed expectations, and to work with the rest of our management team to ensure that fans are fully engaged and entertained every time they come to Summit Motorsports Park. Please join us in welcoming Deb to her new positions.”

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Norwalk, OH – Summit Motorsports Park team members stand out in the motorsports industry. They have passion, and they have pride in knowing they are part of presenting an enjoyable experience for thousands of guests.

Summit Motorsports Park, an open-air venue which spans more than 400 acres in Norwalk, Ohio, is acclaimed for its action-packed events. It is also appreciated for its hospitality as well as its clean, comfortable, family-friendly environment.

It is adding to its talented team by hiring in several departments. Available positions include:

Announcer: Summit Motorsports Park Announcers call all of the action while entertaining racers and race fans. Good communication skills are required, as is stamina, as the race days are long.

Computer Operator: Summit Motorsports Park Computer Operators enter car numbers and dial-ins into the computer. The numbers affect the outcome of the race, so accuracy and focus at all times is crucial. Computer Operators must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Good communication skills are required, as is stamina, as the race days are long.

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Norwalk, OH – Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, Ohio is very pleased to announce a new partnership with Rocko Machine in Perry, Ohio.

The company will be featured as the title sponsor for the 31st Annual Rocko Machine $40 Grand Nationals presented by Hughes Performance, and as a presenting sponsor for the Edelbrock Super Series Elite presented by Lucas Oil and Rocko Machine.

“We are so excited to welcome Rocko Machine as a Summit Motorsports Park sponsor,” said Bobbie Bader, Summit Motorsports Park Sponsor Sales and Services Manager. “Rocko Machine, which has a solid reputation, will now be aligned with one of our most popular events and one of our most popular programs, and we are thrilled that our racers will benefit from this.”

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Norwalk, OH – The tenacity and true grit of Summit Motorsports Park racers took center stage at the 49th Annual Edelbrock Banquet of Champions presented by Lincoln Electric, Jan. 28, 2023 at the completely remodeled Sawmill Creek Resort in Huron, Ohio.

The compelling ceremony began with side by side entrances by Bear Motorsports Junior Dragster presented by Wiseco Novice champion Ellieanna Oldenburg and her grandfather, Dan Johnson, Bear Motorsports Junior Dragster presented by Wiseco Intermediate champion Keegan Beverly and his father, Adam Beverly, Bear Motorsports Junior Dragster presented by Wiseco Advanced champion Logan Buckley and his father, Lucas Buckley, Wiseco/Cycle Tech Super Bike champion Jeremy Hicks and his friend and fellow racer, Aubrey Collins, Edelbrock Pro champion A.J. Buchanan and his wife, Amy Buchanan, Edelbrock Super Pro champion Carl Keil and his wife, Kourtney Keil, and 2021 Bill Bader Sr. Sportsman of the Year Larry Strohscher and his wife, Nancy Strohscher. Edelbrock Sportsman Delivered on Time by TFC Transportation champion Codie Balcom was not able to attend, but was with us in spirit.

“Our team wanted this to be a magical and memorable night for all of our champions and everyone who attended,” said Bill Bader Jr., Summit Motorsports Park president. “It means the world to us to celebrate the accomplishments of those we care about and cheer for all season long, and we couldn’t be more proud of those who stood in the spotlight on stage at the very special 49th Annual Edelbrock Banquet of Champions presented by Lincoln Electric.”

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