Civali Sets Sights on First Tour Title

By admins July 20, 2007

Last December, James Civali stood before the entire Whelen Modified Tour community as he accepted his Sunoco Race Fuels Rookie of the Year award. Standing there at the podium at Mohegan Sun, Civali knew his rookie campaign was a success. Many veteran drivers would be content with a seventh place finish in points, including a victory at one of the most prestigious tracks in modified history, Stafford. But when the Meriden, CT-native left the stage that night, he knew there was more to gain.

All winter Civali remained focused on the next chapter in his career, his sophomore season on the Whelen Modified Tour. For the first time the 23-year-old knew what to expect entering a Tour season. Again teaming with Don King and King Racing, Civali knew he had the equipment to take him to the next level, a Whelen Modified Tour Championship.

(more…)

Joie of Seating Returns as NSS Sponsor in ‘07

By admins July 20, 2007

Lexington, NC — The Joie of Seating of Concord, NC, has once again pledged their support of the annual North-South Shootout™. The company’s involvement in the contingency program has helped promoter C&C Racing Promotions provide innovative safety products to the competitors of the prestigious racing event since 2005. This year, as the North-South Shootout™ celebrates its fifth anniversary, the Joie of Seating has increased their involvement to offer further protection to the drivers.

“We always get a good response from the North-South Shootout event,” said General Manager Joe Pelham. “More and more of the teams are using our stuff, which is good for us. But what is even more significant is that the drivers are paying attention to safety.” (more…)