PHOENIX RACEWAY UNVEILS DETAILS FOR $178 MILLION MODERNIZATION

PHOENIX RACEWAY UNVEILS DETAILS FOR $178 MILLION MODERNIZATION PROJECT

DC Solar to serve as title sponsor of project that will enhance fan amenities at Phoenix Raceway, anchored by one-of-a-kind infield experience

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PHOENIX – Phoenix Raceway, together with its parent company, International Speedway Corporation ("ISC"), announced today the details of a $178 million modernization of the race track with a variety of enhanced amenities for fans, teams, sponsors and other stakeholders.

"This is a great day for ISC and Phoenix Raceway, but more importantly, for racing fans in the state of Arizona and around the world," ISC Chief Executive Officer Lesa France Kennedy said. "A project of this magnitude is monumental for our company as we get to work enhancing the experience of the great fans who love to watch our races in Phoenix and enjoy this beautiful area. Having Phoenix Raceway within our prestigious stable of venues always has been a tremendous asset and source of pride for us. We are thrilled to create a best-in-class facility in Phoenix, and we’re confident it will grow the fan base here and further serve as a destination track for motorsports fans everywhere."

Among the many highlights of the modernization project is a completely redesigned infield featuring a first-of-its-kind Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Garage Fan Zone, placing fans face-to-face with the superstars of the sport. Phoenix Raceway’s start/finish line will be repositioned in Turn 2 just before the track’s well-known dog leg. Other new highlights include a new pedestrian tunnel connecting the infield to the new seating areas featuring in-seat Wi-Fi connectivity.

DC Solar, entitlement partner of Phoenix Raceway’s spring NASCAR XFINITY Series race, the DC Solar 200, will serve as the title sponsor for the modernization project (Phoenix Raceway Project Powered by DC Solar) as well as a multi-year sponsor of the redesigned Midway.

"When our project is completed, we will have a venue that delivers amazing fan experiences to go along with our reputation for great racing action," said Phoenix Raceway President Bryan R. Sperber. "By shifting the start/finish line to Phoenix Raceway’s famed dog leg, fans will be perfectly positioned to watch one of the most exciting turns in motorsports. We are confident The Phoenix Raceway Project powered by DC Solar will put racing in Arizona in a whole new and exciting light."

The repositioned start/finish line will enhance the competition near one of the most challenging areas of the track while adding to the excitement during key race moments such as restarts and the closing laps.

"It’s great to see Phoenix Raceway make such a big investment to improve the experience for the fans," said Kyle Busch, driver of the No. 18 M&M’S Toyota Camry for Joe Gibbs Racing. "I’m from the West Coast and Phoenix is one of those places that always feels like home to me. Moving the start/finish line is a big change for all the racers that have been used to racing at Phoenix in the past; I’m looking forward to seeing how those changes might affect the racing and how the end of the races play out."

The modernization project also includes the installation of new/upgraded seating and hospitality areas near the current Turn 2 location. A new grandstand will be built alongside upgraded seats in the existing Bobby Allison Grandstand (both featuring individual chair back stadium seats with armrests), complete with modern amenities such as several new escalators and elevators, additional restrooms and concessions and a redesigned Midway conveniently located near the seating areas.

Fans can learn more about the Phoenix Raceway Project Powered by DC Solar and obtain news, updates and alerts by visiting www.phoenixraceway.com.

Project renderings can be accessed via FTP site: ftp.iscmotorsports.com (username: pirprftp; password: pirpr2017).

All images can be credited: "courtesy Phoenix Raceway."

About ISC

International Speedway Corporation is a leading promoter of motorsports activities, currently promoting more than 100 racing events annually as well as numerous other motorsports-related activities. The Company owns and/or operates 13 of the nation’s major motorsports entertainment facilities, including Daytona International Speedway® in Florida (home of the DAYTONA 500®); Talladega Superspeedway® in Alabama; Michigan International Speedway® located outside Detroit; Richmond International Raceway® in Virginia; Auto Club Speedway of Southern California^SM near Los Angeles; Kansas Speedway® in Kansas City, Kansas; Phoenix Raceway™ in Arizona; Chicagoland Speedway® and Route 66 Raceway^SM near Chicago, Illinois;  Homestead-Miami Speedway^SM in Florida; Martinsville Speedway® in Virginia; Darlington Raceway® in South Carolina; and Watkins Glen International® in New York.

The Company also owns and operates Motor Racing Network^SM, the nation's largest independent sports radio network and Americrown Service Corporation^SM, a subsidiary that provides catering services, and food and beverage concessions. In addition, the Company has a 50 percent interest in the Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway. For more information, visit the Company's Web site at www.internationalspeedwaycorporation.com.

About Phoenix Raceway

Since 1964, Phoenix Raceway has been the premier motorsports venue in the Southwest. Founded as an open-wheel racing mecca, Phoenix Raceway is proud to once again host the Phoenix Grand Prix Verizon INDYCAR Series race under the lights on April 29. Phoenix is the only track in the West to feature two Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series weekends a year, beginning with the Camping World 500 race weekend in March 17-19. The schedule is anchored by the upcoming Can-Am 500 race weekend on Nov. 10-12, the semifinal race in the Chase for the NASCAR Cup after which the field is reduced to the final four championship contenders. For more information, visit www.PhoenixRaceway.com.

About DC Solar
DC Solar is a clean energy company that specializes in mobile solar products. Their flagship product, The Solar Eclipse, is the most widely distributed mobile solar generator in the U.S., and it has revolutionized the solar industry by taking the technology off-grid. DC Solar serves a variety of industries, including emergency preparedness, disaster relief, construction, entertainment, sports and agriculture, to name just a few. DC Solar’s mission is to promote a healthier planet by offering unique portable solar products that make a difference in how people use and think about power. To learn more information about DC Solar, please visit www.dcsolardistribution.com and follow DC Solar at www.facebook.com/dcsolarsolutions and on Twitter at @DCSolar.

Auto Club Speedway’s 20th Anniversary

WHO HAS BEST HAIR IN THE NASCAR GARAGE? WHO’S CLASS CLOWN? WHO’S MOST LIKELY TO CAUSE AN ARGUMENT ON RACE DAY?

NASCAR drivers weigh in on Auto Club Speedway’s 20^th Anniversary Reunion superlatives

FONTANA, Calif. – (Jan. 13, 2017) – Who, in the NASCAR garage area, does Jimmie Johnson think is the "Most Athletic" driver?  Who does Brad Keselowski think has the "Best Hair"? Who does Jeff Gordon think is the "Most Likely to Cause an Argument on Race Day?" In the spirit of Auto Club Speedway’s 20^th Anniversary Reunion, Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Drivers were asked ever-popular yearbook superlatives such as "Who is the "Class Clown" or "Who is "Class President" in the NASCAR garages as part of the "Track Reunion Awards."

Each week starting Jan. 13, fans can find out the answers to the life’s most important questions by following Auto Club Speedway on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram to be directed to the "Track Reunion Awards." Plus, fans can participate by guessing who they think the drivers picked with a chance to enter and win NASCAR Auto Club 400 race weekend tickets and packages.

NASCAR Cup Drivers will share which driver they think deserves a "Track Reunion Award" for the following:

1.     Class Clown

2.     Best Hair

3.     Most Athletic

4.     Most Likely to Succeed

5.     Best Car Collection

6.     Most Likely to Lend a Helping Hand

7.     Most Likely to Cause an Argument on Race Day

8.     Most Likely to be Stranded on a Deserted Island With

9.     Best Burnout

10.  Class President

NASCAR fans will be reuniting next year to celebrate Auto Club Speedway’s 20^th Anniversary Reunion at the Auto Club 400 race weekend - March 24-26. With a race ticket, fans have access to 20^th Anniversary celebrations in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Fan Zone including special Q&A with racing legends, historic show cars on display, and musical entertainment. A special "Yearbook" themed souvenir program will also be available to purchase full of past memories and driver "well wishes."

To purchase tickets or upgrade ticket packages to NASCAR’s Auto Club 400 Weekend at Auto Club Speedway, call 1-800-944-RACE (7223), shop online at www.autoclubspeedway.com, or stop by the Auto Club Speedway ticket office at 9300 Cherry Ave. in Fontana. Ticket office hours are Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.  

Follow Auto Club Speedway and use #ACS20 to share racing memories by tagging @ACSUpdates on Twitter or @AutoClubSpeedway on Facebook and Instagram.

About Auto Club Speedway:
Located 50 miles east of Los Angeles in Fontana, Auto Club Speedway is California’s premier motorsports facility, hosting over 320 days of track activity each year including the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Auto Club 400 weekend, March 24-26, 2017. The two-mile D-shaped oval is one of the fastest tracks on the circuit.  The Speedway is also home to numerous movies, television and commercial productions, photo shoots, new car testing, club racing and a variety of racing schools. For more information on events at Auto Club Speedway call 1-800-944-RACE (7223) or visit www.autoclubspeedway.com. 

Dover International Speedway promotes Camp, Lofland to assistant vice president positions

Dover International Speedway promotes Camp, Lofland to assistant vice president positions

DOVER, Del. (Jan. 13, 2017) – Two longtime senior directors at Dover International Speedway have been promoted to assistant vice president positions, track officials announced today.

Gary Camp will serve as Dover International Speedway’s new Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Communications. Camp, who began his career at Dover International Speedway in 2004, will oversee planning and implementation of the track’s marketing and communications efforts, including advertising strategies, media relations, internal and external customer communications and social media.

Rob Lofland will serve as Dover International Speedway’s new Assistant Vice President of Business Development. Lofland, who started his Dover International Speedway career in 2000, has been instrumental in securing many of the sponsors and partners that play a critical role in the Monster Mile’s two NASCAR tripleheader weekends each year.

“Rob and Gary have both demonstrated their ability to become an even more integral part of our organization and their additional responsibilities are reflective of our confidence in each of them. We’re delighted that they will continue to contribute to our success,” said Mike Tatoian, Dover International Speedway’s president and CEO. “This is an exciting time for our business, with NASCAR’s introduction of Monster Energy as the Cup Series’ premier sponsor and Firefly Music Festival’s continued growth. We’re looking forward to Rob and Gary using their expertise to help us expand our marketing and business development reach for years to come.”  

NASCAR returns to Dover International Speedway for two tripleheader weekends on June 2-4 and Sept. 29-Oct. 1, including the “AAA 400 Drive for Autism” Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday, June 4 and the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race on Sunday, Oct. 1.

For tickets or more information, call 800‐441‐RACE or visit DoverSpeedway.com. You can also keep up with the Monster Mile at Facebook.com/DoverInternationalSpeedway, on Twitter and Instagram at @MonsterMile and the mobile app in the App Store and Google Play.