Standing room only: One of the largest crowds ever packed into I-96 Speedway under unseasonably warm condition on Saturday for the World of Outlaws only stop of the year in the Great Lake State for the Rumble in Michigan. Heavy rain throughout the week left the pit area and parking lot very wet, though the staff from SLS Promotions and the track crew worked countless hours getting the pit area in shape for the competitors and fans, as a huge contingent of fans arrived early to visit the pit area prior to racing action.
"To have the crowd they had is great," said I-96 winner Jason Meyers in Victory Lane. "It was near a capacity crowd, if not capacity. There are great dirt track fans here in Michigan and they saw a great race."
A new track record: Joey Saldana shattered the old track record at I-96 Speedway on Saturday night, touring the half-mile in a blazing fast 14.834 seconds at 121.343 mph to lay down the first sub-15-second lap in track history in time trials. A total of four drivers broke the existing mark including former track record holder Steve Kinser, race winner Jason Meyers and Lucas Wolfe. Saldana was the only driver of the four to be in the 14-second bracket. It marked the fifth time this season that a track record has been broken or established in a World of Outlaws event.
Taking it all in: Eric Malies, who drives Work'N Woody- the Official Push Truck and Safety Vehicle of the World of Outlaws-, went on a tour of the Goodyear Tire plant in Akron, Ohio prior to last weekend's race. Along with Malies, Kerry Madsen and his crew chief Sonny Kratzer, a long time Goodyear supporter were on hand with their race car on display. Malies also displayed Work'N Woody for Goodyear employees to get an up close look at the iconic machine.
"It was pretty impressive," said Malies after the tour. "You would think it would be all automated, but each tire is handmade and it takes about three to four man-hours for each race tire. It was enlightening. You never knew that they worked that hard on just one tire. The amazing part is that in November, they had an inventory of zero tires, so they've had to build all of these tires since November. They've been working very hard and it's impressive. I'd like to thank Justin Fantozzi and Dan Curtis for inviting me over and it was a pleasure getting to go over there."
A season best finish: Chad Kemenah scored a season-best fifth-place finish on Saturday night after lining up 13th in the 30-lapper at I-96 Speedway. The Ohio native was sixth fastest in time trials with a very strong 34-car field signed in. For Kemenah, who recently added veteran crew chief Bonzai Bruns to his team it was his second consecutive Top-10 finish after a strong ninth-place effort at Virginia Motor Speedway on May 15.
"We had a really good race car," said Kemenah. "We had a not so good start to the race, but whether it was attrition or people falling out or whatever, we were able to move forward. I think it's starting to show here with the help of Bonzai coming on board. I don't have to think so much. He takes a lot of that away for me and I can actually go out and race."
A good decision: Craig Dollansky's team changed engines prior to the feature at I-96 Speedway and the veteran was able to power his way from the 12th starting spot to finish second, earning the KSE Racing Products Hard Charger Award in the process. The runner-up finish also helped vault Dollansky from 11th to eighth in the series standing and he is now just 31 points out of the sixth spot. He was victorious earlier this season at Lone Star Speedway in Texas and has finished seventh or better in six of his last eight starts.
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Monday, June 28, 2010
Two people killed in one-car crash in Lowell
LOWELL -- Two people were killed in a one-vehicle crash this morning on East Fulton Street in Lowell.
The crash was originally reported involving two cars, but Kent County Sheriff's deputies and emergency personnel arrived on the scene to find just one car involved.
The road remains closed at 10374 E. Fulton St., and an officer at the road block was unsure whether anyone else was traveling in the vehicle with the two victims.
Michigan State Police also are on the scene investigating the crash.
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The crash was originally reported involving two cars, but Kent County Sheriff's deputies and emergency personnel arrived on the scene to find just one car involved.
The road remains closed at 10374 E. Fulton St., and an officer at the road block was unsure whether anyone else was traveling in the vehicle with the two victims.
Michigan State Police also are on the scene investigating the crash.
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Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Craig Goess race report
Craig Goess Finishes 14th at Toledo Speedway Despite Mid-Race Accident
Craig Goess and the No. 81 Eddie Sharp Racing Toyota of Greenville N.C. team posted a 14th-place finish, despite being involved in a multi-car accident in the Menards 200 presented by Federated Car Care at Toledo Speedway Sunday.
The weekend got off to a solid start as Goess posted the 14thquickest time in practice Saturday afternoon, circling the half-mile track in a time of 16.795 seconds (107.175 mph).
"We made constant progress throughout practice, although we did not have the chance to try out everything we wanted to," said Goess. "We didn't even make a mock qualifying run. As far as the boards go, we didn't really look that great in practice, but I don't think it reflects what kind of car we have."
Goess showed his speed later Saturday afternoon during qualifying, where he laid down a lap of 16.148 seconds (111.469 mph). His quick lap placed him sixth on the starting grid.
When the green flag dropped Sunday afternoon, the ESR Greenville Toyota of N.C. was poised to contend for the victory, after posting top-five finishes in his last three races.
Starting on the outside of row three, Goess stuck to the front of the pack around the .5-mile short-track. Happy with his car, Goess battled the leaders for the first half of the race. The short-track excitement began early, with 10 cautions over the course of the 200 laps, slowing the field for 58 laps.
On lap 82, Goess radioed to the crew about possible problems with the tires. "I think I heard something pop in the left front, explained Goess. "It just doesn't feel right. It definitely does not feel like I have two new tires on right now."
Although concerned with possible problems in the left front, Goess stayed in the 12th position until lap 98. Coming around turns one and two, the No. 81 got caught up in an accident with Patrick Sheltra, Tim George Jr., Robb Brent and A.J. Frank. The accident brought out the red flag, and the No. 81 had significant cosmetic damage.
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Craig Goess and the No. 81 Eddie Sharp Racing Toyota of Greenville N.C. team posted a 14th-place finish, despite being involved in a multi-car accident in the Menards 200 presented by Federated Car Care at Toledo Speedway Sunday.
The weekend got off to a solid start as Goess posted the 14thquickest time in practice Saturday afternoon, circling the half-mile track in a time of 16.795 seconds (107.175 mph).
"We made constant progress throughout practice, although we did not have the chance to try out everything we wanted to," said Goess. "We didn't even make a mock qualifying run. As far as the boards go, we didn't really look that great in practice, but I don't think it reflects what kind of car we have."
Goess showed his speed later Saturday afternoon during qualifying, where he laid down a lap of 16.148 seconds (111.469 mph). His quick lap placed him sixth on the starting grid.
When the green flag dropped Sunday afternoon, the ESR Greenville Toyota of N.C. was poised to contend for the victory, after posting top-five finishes in his last three races.
Starting on the outside of row three, Goess stuck to the front of the pack around the .5-mile short-track. Happy with his car, Goess battled the leaders for the first half of the race. The short-track excitement began early, with 10 cautions over the course of the 200 laps, slowing the field for 58 laps.
On lap 82, Goess radioed to the crew about possible problems with the tires. "I think I heard something pop in the left front, explained Goess. "It just doesn't feel right. It definitely does not feel like I have two new tires on right now."
Although concerned with possible problems in the left front, Goess stayed in the 12th position until lap 98. Coming around turns one and two, the No. 81 got caught up in an accident with Patrick Sheltra, Tim George Jr., Robb Brent and A.J. Frank. The accident brought out the red flag, and the No. 81 had significant cosmetic damage.
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Sunday, March 28, 2010
Michigan Auto Insurance and Insurance Quotes
There no less chances of road accidents occurring in Michigan though the population and traffic in the city is very low. If you put up there it is essential for you to have Michigan Auto Insurance. Michigan State government has made it a compulsion for everyone to have and carry a valid Michigan Auto Insurance while driving your vehicle. There are numerous fines and penalties pertaining in Michigan for those who do not hold a valid Michigan Auto Insurance.
Car insurance is one of the most effective and correct way to protect yourself from various financial consequences that may occur to you and your family because of an accident. This law has made it a mandatory affair to hold a personal bodily injury liability, total bodily injury liability and property damage liability. 20:40:5 meaning USD 20,000 is for personal bodily injury liability, it is the most popular package that is opted by maximum drivers; USD 40,000 is for total bodily injury liability and for the property damage liability it is USD 5000. This is the minimum Michigan Auto Insurance quote. In Michigan Auto Insurance coverage these are the basic minimums that are essential and mandatory.
No automobile dealer or operator in Michigan can legally register an automobile without possessing qualifying and valid liability insurance. You will have to face huge fines, license suspension as well as face increased cost of regular insurance premium if in case you are discovered driving your car insured. This cost will for sure outweigh the small amount of purchasing a valid Michigan Auto Insurance.
Other optional insurance for your automobile that will help you protect against robbery, theft, or damage done to your car due to some natural calamity or collision can also be opted.
From one insurance company to another the quotes for the optional insurance coverage differ. Thus it is essential for you to compare quotes for Michigan Auto Insurance from various insurance companies. You will have to do some research work if you are looking forward for a cheaper Michigan Auto insurance for your automobile.
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Car insurance is one of the most effective and correct way to protect yourself from various financial consequences that may occur to you and your family because of an accident. This law has made it a mandatory affair to hold a personal bodily injury liability, total bodily injury liability and property damage liability. 20:40:5 meaning USD 20,000 is for personal bodily injury liability, it is the most popular package that is opted by maximum drivers; USD 40,000 is for total bodily injury liability and for the property damage liability it is USD 5000. This is the minimum Michigan Auto Insurance quote. In Michigan Auto Insurance coverage these are the basic minimums that are essential and mandatory.
No automobile dealer or operator in Michigan can legally register an automobile without possessing qualifying and valid liability insurance. You will have to face huge fines, license suspension as well as face increased cost of regular insurance premium if in case you are discovered driving your car insured. This cost will for sure outweigh the small amount of purchasing a valid Michigan Auto Insurance.
Other optional insurance for your automobile that will help you protect against robbery, theft, or damage done to your car due to some natural calamity or collision can also be opted.
From one insurance company to another the quotes for the optional insurance coverage differ. Thus it is essential for you to compare quotes for Michigan Auto Insurance from various insurance companies. You will have to do some research work if you are looking forward for a cheaper Michigan Auto insurance for your automobile.
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Monday, March 15, 2010
Car Insurance Michigan: Where Do I Start Looking?
There are a number of websites where it is possible to obtain multiple rates offered by numerous insurance companies that provide auto insurance in Michigan. You should even be able to find the Michigan rate freely available. If you are a car owner seeking auto insurance in Michigan, why not make use of the net to find the required data on the subject of low cost car insurance online and instructions on opening your policy.
Locating those friendly rates
Comparing rates from one company to the next has never been easier, these days all one has to do is hop online and compassion shop from one site to the next taking notes of all the important details about each policy and its pricing.
You should have no problems in locating the Michigan rates online for the various different car insurance firms for the major towns such as Detroit, Dearborn, Clinton etc. You should not expect to pay much less or more than around 00 on your Michigan insurance premium. This was also applicable four years back, but even today there are still many premium rates that fall below this average, because of the stiff competition existing between different car insurance companies in Michigan.
Needless to say, failing to open up an auto insurance Michigan policy really is not an option open to you, it simply isn’t worth it, you will undoubtedly get caught out and be in a worse financial situation, and then of course there is all the unnecessary worry over what would happen if you found yourself in an accident that you would be submitting you and your family to. Though every state in the United States has its own insurance policies, Michigan State does also have a no-fault policy, which allows the car owner to claim insurance compensation irrespective of who is to blame for an accident, though there are some limitations.
Probably the most important thing to remember when comparing all the different Michigan auto insurance deals is to remember that price is not everything, make sure to check out all of the small print. This way you can be sure you are really getting the best deal.
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Locating those friendly rates
Comparing rates from one company to the next has never been easier, these days all one has to do is hop online and compassion shop from one site to the next taking notes of all the important details about each policy and its pricing.
You should have no problems in locating the Michigan rates online for the various different car insurance firms for the major towns such as Detroit, Dearborn, Clinton etc. You should not expect to pay much less or more than around 00 on your Michigan insurance premium. This was also applicable four years back, but even today there are still many premium rates that fall below this average, because of the stiff competition existing between different car insurance companies in Michigan.
Needless to say, failing to open up an auto insurance Michigan policy really is not an option open to you, it simply isn’t worth it, you will undoubtedly get caught out and be in a worse financial situation, and then of course there is all the unnecessary worry over what would happen if you found yourself in an accident that you would be submitting you and your family to. Though every state in the United States has its own insurance policies, Michigan State does also have a no-fault policy, which allows the car owner to claim insurance compensation irrespective of who is to blame for an accident, though there are some limitations.
Probably the most important thing to remember when comparing all the different Michigan auto insurance deals is to remember that price is not everything, make sure to check out all of the small print. This way you can be sure you are really getting the best deal.
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Sunday, February 28, 2010
Man dies after car accident
A Clinton County man collapsed and died after crashing his vehicle off Interstate 96 between Howell and Brighton on Christmas Day, one of multiple road runoffs and other accidents that happened on slick roadways over the holiday weekend.
Personnel at the Brighton post of the Michigan State police said 70-year-old William E. Cramer may have had a medical emergency and lost control of his 2008 Honda while driving on I-96 near Dorr Road in Genoa Township.
Trooper Christopher Grace arrived at the accident scene at 8:37 a.m. Friday and found the motorist’s vehicle in a ditch area, police said. The motorist exited his vehicle and told Grace he needed help, then collapsed, police said.
Police said Grace advised Livingston County 911 Central Dispatch of the medical emergency and requested additional units at the scene. He then started to perform CPR and other emergency measures as additional troopers, a good Samaritan doctor, Livingston County EMS and Brighton Area Fire Department members arrived to help try to revive Cramer.
Police said Cramer, a St. Johns resident, did not appear to have suffered any injuries as a result of running his vehicle off the road. He later was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident, which remains under investigation. The Livingston County Sheriff’s Department also responded to the scene.
A winter weather advisory was in effect for the region Thursday night and Friday morning. Another wintry blast hit the area Saturday.
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Personnel at the Brighton post of the Michigan State police said 70-year-old William E. Cramer may have had a medical emergency and lost control of his 2008 Honda while driving on I-96 near Dorr Road in Genoa Township.
Trooper Christopher Grace arrived at the accident scene at 8:37 a.m. Friday and found the motorist’s vehicle in a ditch area, police said. The motorist exited his vehicle and told Grace he needed help, then collapsed, police said.
Police said Grace advised Livingston County 911 Central Dispatch of the medical emergency and requested additional units at the scene. He then started to perform CPR and other emergency measures as additional troopers, a good Samaritan doctor, Livingston County EMS and Brighton Area Fire Department members arrived to help try to revive Cramer.
Police said Cramer, a St. Johns resident, did not appear to have suffered any injuries as a result of running his vehicle off the road. He later was pronounced dead at the scene of the accident, which remains under investigation. The Livingston County Sheriff’s Department also responded to the scene.
A winter weather advisory was in effect for the region Thursday night and Friday morning. Another wintry blast hit the area Saturday.
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Monday, February 15, 2010
Stricter New York DWI law begins Friday
After a speedy passage through the state legislature, Leandra's Law, which makes it an automatic felony to drive drunk with a passenger under 16, goes into effect this Friday.
The law is named after 11-year-old Leandra Rosado. Leandra was killed earlier this year when a car she was traveling in with a host of other children while heading to a sleepover overturned. The driver, Carmen Huertas, was charged with DWI following the accident. Huertas' own daughter was also in the car but survived the accident.
This incident was just one of many involving child passengers this year in the state of New York. One similar tragedy occurred this summer on the Taconic Parkway when Diane Schuler took the life of 8 people, including herself and her daughter, while under the influence of alcohol and marijuana.
Governor Paterson pushed for the tougher laws to be quickly passed, and the Senate and Assembly responded, assuring their respective versions of the bill were identical so it could be signed into law.
Now, DWI with child will be punishable with up to 25 years in prison. As a separate but related part of the provision, all New York DWI drivers convicted of their offense will have to install an ignition interlock device. New York has taken aggressive steps to make this law one of the toughest in the country, and its enforcement period will begin this Friday.
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The law is named after 11-year-old Leandra Rosado. Leandra was killed earlier this year when a car she was traveling in with a host of other children while heading to a sleepover overturned. The driver, Carmen Huertas, was charged with DWI following the accident. Huertas' own daughter was also in the car but survived the accident.
This incident was just one of many involving child passengers this year in the state of New York. One similar tragedy occurred this summer on the Taconic Parkway when Diane Schuler took the life of 8 people, including herself and her daughter, while under the influence of alcohol and marijuana.
Governor Paterson pushed for the tougher laws to be quickly passed, and the Senate and Assembly responded, assuring their respective versions of the bill were identical so it could be signed into law.
Now, DWI with child will be punishable with up to 25 years in prison. As a separate but related part of the provision, all New York DWI drivers convicted of their offense will have to install an ignition interlock device. New York has taken aggressive steps to make this law one of the toughest in the country, and its enforcement period will begin this Friday.
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