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JENISON USES THE HIGH GROOVE TO GET BACK TO LATE MODEL VICTORY LANE
Former Late Model champion Mark Jenison used the outside lane for much of Saturday’s 30-lap main event, and it worked out in his favor. Jenison held off a strong drive by Manny Dias to score the Late Model win in the second week of NASCAR Local Racing Series action on NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour J&R Precast 150 night.
2 days ago1 min read


PETTEY RETURNS, ROLLS BACK TO SPORTSMAN VICTORY LANE
After skipping week one, and only planning a part-time slate in 2026 in the Sportsman division, two-time champion Adam Pettey left little doubt he was still the one to beat when decides to race on Saturday night. Pettey charged through the field to win the first round of the Everett’s Sportsman Triple Crown on NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour J&R Precast 150 night.
2 days ago1 min read


HELGER TAKES CHECKERED FLAG IN SECOND CAREER SPORT TRUCK START
Richie Helger Jr. wasted little time getting to Victory Lane on NASCAR Saturday. Helger took the top spot early in Saturday’s NASCAR Local Racing Series Sport Truck main event, in front of a packed house on hand for the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour J&R Precast 150, and in just his second career start, the driver of the No. 99 rocketed to victory lane.
2 days ago1 min read


MCKENNEDY REIGNS SUPREME IN J&R PRECAST NASCAR WHELEN MODIFIED TOUR 150
The first of two NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour stops at Seekonk Speedway for 2026 proved to be a quick, competitive race for the top Modified stars in the J&R Precast 150.
2 days ago2 min read


J&R PRECAST 150 BRINGS NASCAR WHELEN MODIFIED TOUR BACK TO SEEKONK SPEEDWAY MAY 16
The stars and cars of NASCAR’s Whelen Modified Tour will return to Seekonk Speedway for the first of two visits in 2026 on Saturday, May 16. The annual J&R Precast 150 moves up a few weeks, marked as the fourth race of the season for the Whelen Modified Tour. The event at Oxford Plains Speedway, originally set to be race four, was postponed to June 6.
May 93 min read


🏁 The Race Day Preview Show is BACK from the Action Track of the East!
Join host Giuliana Vanasse as we get you ready for another exciting night of NASCAR racing at Seekonk Speedway!
May 81 min read


NASCAR SATURDAY UNDER THE LIGHTS KICKS OFF WITH SPECTATOR DRAGS THIS SATURDAY
The fresh smell of race fuel and burning rubber at Seekonk Speedway will go under the lights for the first time in 2026 this Saturday night, May 9. All four NASCAR Local Racing Series divisions will be back on the track for race two of their championship season, while the East Coast Towing & Recovery Spectator Drags also join the card for the first time this season.
May 84 min read


🏁 Opening Day Recap: Champions, Breakouts & Statements Kick Off 2026 at Seekonk Speedway
With dominant drives, breakout victories, and championship contenders already emerging across all four divisions, the Action Track of the East delivered a powerful start to the year.
May 43 min read


RYAN FLOOD STEALS THE SHOW TO OPEN LATE MODEL SEASON
Ryan Flood may not be planning a full-time Seekonk Speedway campaign in 2026, but the driver of the No. 98 left no question that when he does race, he is going to be a threat. Flood picked up the Late Model victory in the opener of the NASCAR Local Racing Series season, rolling by Chase Belcher and never looking back. Flood had to hold on for multiple restarts late, including a green-white-checkered finish. The Move of the Race: Fans were jumping when Flood and Belcher battle
May 41 min read


BOLGER OPENS SPORT TRUCK SEASON IN VICTORY LANE
After a bit of a tough finish to the 2025 season, Tim Bolger Jr. came out of the gates swinging in the 2026 Sport Truck season at Seekonk Speedway. Driving the No. 1, the former Fast Friday Sport 4 regular and winning rocketed to victory lane, becoming the first official winner of the 2026 Seekonk Speedway NASCAR Local Racing Series season. The Move of the Race: Right at halfway, Bolger worked his way up to the second spot. He made his move on a restart on the outside of lead
May 42 min read


RANDY MORETTI ROLLS TO SPORTSMAN WIN IN DOMINANT FASHION
When you looked at the lap charts throughout opening day in the Sportsman, Randy Moretti appeared to be the clear favorite. When the opening 25-lap race of the season concluded, it was Moretti winning the NASCAR Local Racing Series Sportsman bout. It was the first career Sportsman win for Moretti in a Seekonk, local, weekly event. The Move of the Race: Josh Hedges passed Nick Brightman for the lead using the outside lane on lap 11. He led the following eight laps, battling wi
May 41 min read


DAVE DARLING CONTINUES PRO STOCK DOMINANCE WITH OPENING DAY WIN
David Darling won his ninth Pro Stock title to finish out 2025, and came out swinging to open the new year, looking to capture an elusive 10th driving title this season. Darling won the opener of the NASCAR Local Racing Series Pro Stock season, taking the top spot from Mike Brightman and sailing away to victory lane. The Move of the Race: Former Pro Stock champion Kenny Spencer had to go to the rear early, but charged through the pack and finished in third, on the podium. It
May 41 min read


Video stuff....
Entering the 2026 season, we have become aware that there could have been some confusion for some regarding our updated video policy. We would like to clarify the policy going into opening weekend. Just a few points to clear up…. What you can do (and we would love to see) - Post clips on social media about your favorite drivers and teams - Share content from our events - Take video of friends and family racing on the track - Take selfies of you looking fabulous at the track -
Apr 301 min read


Seekonk Speedway To Open 81st Season of Short-Track Racing With Jam Packed Weekend May 2nd & 3rd
SEEKONK, Mass. — After a long winter, one filled with some of the largest snow totals in the last decade, Seekonk Speedway is dried out and ready to open the 81st season of short-track racing at the Action Track of the East this weekend. Sunday, May 3, marks opening day for all four NASCAR Local Racing Series divisions, competing for the first checkered flags of the season. One day prior, the annual Classic Car Show in the front parking lot, joined by the final test and tune
Apr 283 min read


RACE NIGHTS JUST GOT A LITTLE BIT SWEETER
Race Nights just got a little bit sweeter.
Apr 271 min read


Bethesda Leadership Group Supporting NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Mid-Week July Stop at Seekonk Speedway
New for 2026, the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour will visit Seekonk Speedway twice in the same year, for the first time in the history of the Action Track of the East.
Apr 184 min read


Raising Cane's Backing Fan Appreciation Night at Seekonk Speedway on August 22
Raising Cane’swill be the major backer behind Fan Appreciation Night, which includes the annual Pit Party, on Saturday, August 22. This event will also serve as the final round of the regular season ahead of the Sunoco Drive For The Cup for the NASCAR Saturday Pro Stocks, Late Models, Sportsman and Sport Trucks. It will help set the Final Four drivers heading to the final four weeks to battle for the championship.
Apr 82 min read


NASCAR Saturday Storylines To Watch As Seekonk’s 81st Season Begins
The 2026 NASCAR Saturday season at Seekonk Speedway is upon us, with four returning divisions set to compete in the NASCAR Local Racing Series.
Apr 65 min read


Carlitos Consignment Joins Seekonk Speedway Partnership Program For 2026 Season
Seekonk Speedway is thrilled to announce that Carlito’s Consignment, servicing the greater New England area, has joined the Seekonk Speedway sponsorship program for the 2026 season.
Mar 262 min read


🏆🔧 HUGE CONGRATS TO SOUTHEASTERN REGIONAL! 🔧🏆
Shoutout to Southeastern Regional Vocational School for taking home the win at Sunday’s Small Engine Build-Off Competition , presented by the Mass Cruisers and proudly sponsored by Seekonk Speedway! 💪🔥 The competition was stacked with talent, including impressive teams from Norfolk County Agricultural School and Blue Hills Vocational School —but Southeastern rose to the top with an incredible build and performance! 👏 Special thanks to Race Director Len Ellis , who was on
Mar 221 min read
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