Testing Proves 2016 Sprints On Dirt Tires Meet All Expectations

Hoosier Racing Tire and Sprints On Dirt recently conducted tire testing of the 2016 SOD spec tires. While the new SOD tires immediately affect SOD, they are destined to eventually have a significant impact on the entire world of sprint car racing. While support classes may provide a way for some tracks to support their headline sprint class or start a sprint class, nothing has really been done to help premier traveling organizations to boost car counts.

Hoosier Racing Tire personnel prepared several tire sets and determined and collected all pertinent tire parameters and performance data. Adrianna Irwin and John Naida, from Sprints On Dirt, ensured that the testing provided data that addressed SOD requirements and objectives.

Ryan Ruhl and Steve Irwin were test drivers. Ryan has had many wins in 2015 in both SOD and 410 races. Ryan tested in both his 360 and 410 cars. Steve has won in winged and non-winged dirt and pavement sprint cars. Steve tested in his 410. Each driver provided detailed in-depth feedback that was very consistent.

Ryan Ruhl’s car during tire testing

Steve Irwin’s car during tire testing

Over 135 laps were completed under Hoosier’s proprietary procedures that ensured accurate results. The collected data produced immediate conclusions as well as baselines for assessing tire performance throughout the 2016 season.

2016 SOD spec tires. 100/13-15 medium and 92/12.5-15 D15

The testing session was the culmination of year-long planning, coordination, and evaluation of what was expected of the new tire package. Test results show that Hoosier has developed a tire package that has met all SOD objectives. John Naida said: “We are extremely pleased with the results. Testing the tires on both 360 and 410 cars gave the exact results SOD had hoped for, and we are very excited for 2016.”

Engine Pro Sprints on Dirt presented by ARP Award Banquet Sponsorships Available

Trophy sponsors for final point positions 2 through 11 plus rookie of the year are available for $ 75.00 each.

Sponsors will receive mention at the banquet, have their name or company name placed on the trophy and be mentioned in championship banquet press release.

Please contact Adrianna Irwin at adrianna.irwin@sprintsondirt.com or 810/240.1789 by October 21^st for more information.

The 2015 Awards Banquet will be at the FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek, Michigan on Saturday, November 7th.

Banquet tickets are available for $35.00 per ticket until the deadline of October 26th by contacting Adrianna Irwin.

2015 SOD Awards Banquet

The 2015 Engine Pro Sprints On Dirt presented by ARP Championship Banquet will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2015, at FireKeepers Casino Hotel in Battle Creek, Michigan.

Engine Pro Sprints On Dirt presented by ARP will be distributing points fund earnings to the top eleven points finishers in 2015. Please make sure you have a representative in attendance at the banquet to collect your points fund distribution.

Tickets are $35/person and will not be available at the door. The deadline for ticket purchases is Monday, October 26th. You can contact Adrianna Irwin at 810/240.1789 or adrianna.irwin@sprintsondirt.com for ticket purchases.

Click here for detailed banquet information as well as RSVP information.

2016 Sprints On Dirt Schedule Taking Shape

The dust is barely settling from the 2015 racing season, but Sprints On Dirt is racing full-speed into the future. On September 4th, SOD announced their innovative, new unlimited sprint format, and now the 2016 schedule is taking shape.

SOD is pleased to announce its Michigan promoter partners have all confirmed the same number of shows for 2016. Generally all dates have been set, however a few could change as tracks continue to finalize all of their 2016 events. Specific dates and special events will be released later. Now SOD is turning its attention to scheduling additional shows in Michigan as well as shows in Ohio and Indiana.

Sprints On Dirt will be going into its 37th season and is recognized as an innovative leader in sprint car racing and the premier sprint car series in the Great Lakes area. At its inception, SOD originally had no engine restrictions. Later it evolved with the sport of sprint car racing into a 410 group. Then in 1997, it transitioned into a 360 group. Now SOD is leading the way into the next evolution of sprint car racing as unlimited sprints.

ENGINE PRO SPRINTS ON DIRT PRESENTED BY ARP 2016 TITLE SPONSORSHIP ANNOUNCED

Scott Overlund, Sales and Marketing Manager, The Perfit Corporation / Engine Pro, has released the following statement: “Engine Pro is proud to announce that we will be the title sponsor for the Sprints on Dirt series once again for 2016. It’s easy to support and stay involved with SOD due to their professionalism and the quality racers within the series. The 2016 season should be very exciting with the new format. There is a bright future ahead for SOD and that will be beneficial to the racers, to Engine Pro, to the tracks, and to the motorsports partners we bring into the series. ARP will once again be the presenting sponsor for the 2016 Engine Pro Sprints on Dirt.”

Engine Pro Sprints on Dirt presented by ARP is proud to continue representing Engine Pro and ARP. While the dust is barely settling from the 2015 season, SoD is busy racing into the future and announcements regarding the 2015 banquet, 2016 SoD unlimited sprint car rules, and the 2016 SoD schedule will be released soon. You can come along for the ride at Sprints on Dirt on Facebook and @Sprints on Dirt on Twitter. For more information, you can contact SoD at director@sprintsondirt.com or 734.309.RACE.