Before Wednesday NASCAR had already announced 2022 Whelen Modified Tour events at Richmond (Va.) Raceway (April 1), Langley (Va.) Speedway (April 23), New Hampshire Motor Speedway (July 16), Thompson Speedway (Aug. 17) and Riverhead (N.Y.) Raceway (May 14, June 25 and Sept. 17).
| RACE | DATE | Pole |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix Communications 150 Thompson Speedway | Thursday, Aug. 18 8 p.m. ET | POLE Jimmy Blewett |
| Checkeredflag.com 150 Langley Speedway | Saturday, Aug. 27 8:30 p.m. ET | POLE Doug Coby |
| Toyota - Bud Mod Classic 150 Oswego Speedway | Saturday, Sept. 3 7:30 p.m. ET | POLE Matt Hirschman |
What is the schedule for the Whelen Modified Tour?
It began with the New Smyrna Visitors Bureau 200 #lovensb at New Smyrna Speedway on February 12 and will conclude at Martinsville Speedway on October 25. Justin Bonsignore entered the season as the defending series champion. Ron Silk is the current points leader. On November 3, 2021, NASCAR announced the 2022 Whelen Modified Tour schedule.
What do we know about the 2022 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour?
The 2022 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour slate is starting to come into focus as tracks formally announce they’ve signed a sanction to host the series next year. Below is what we know so far. We’ll keep updating this page as more race dates are announced.
How many races are on the 2022 NASCAR Modified Tour schedule?
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Nov. 3, 2021) – NASCAR today announced 13 races in the 2022 schedule for the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour, with additional dates and venues to be announced in the future. The schedule features some of the most popular short tracks in the northeast as well as historic tracks in Virginia and Florida.
How can I watch Whelen Modified Tour?
Prime Video.Disney+HBO Max.Apple TV+Paramount+All Streaming Services.
Who won the Whelen Modified race today?
Eric Goodale keeps title hopes alive with pivotal NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour victory at Thompson. Official Site Of NASCAR.
How much HP does a Whelen Modified have?
600+ horsepowerA NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour car is 11-inches shorter, 23-inches wider and almost 700 pounds lighter than a Cup car. A modified car is powered by a small block V8 engine generating 600+ horsepower.
What channel is the modified race on?
NASCAR, NBC Sports announce 2022 grassroots racing coverage on USA NetworkSeriesRace dateUSA air timeNASCAR Whelen Modified TourFri, Jul 291 p.m.NASCAR Whelen Modified TourWed, Aug 171 p.m.ARCA Menards Series WestSat, Aug 202 p.m.NASCAR Whelen Modified TourSat, Aug 27Noon26 more rows•Feb 23, 2022
Who won at Thompson Speedway?
Ronnie Williams took the win in the Modified Racing Series 75-lap feature. Thompson, CT — Night number one of the 60th Sunoco World Series presented by Budweiser started off the iconic Thompson Speedway season-ender with a bang as two champions were crowned and another championship, inside a championship, began.
What motor does the Whelen Modified Tour use?
V8 engineThe NASCAR Whelen Southern Modified car is powered by a V8 engine producing 625 horsepower and can reach a top speed of 150 mph. The modifieds have a unique open-wheel design and use the largest tire of any NASCAR touring series with a tread width of 83.75 inches due to the extra wide right-side tires.
How much does a Whelen Modified Cost?
While they run a little cheaper than Late Models, it isn't by much. When buying new, complete Modifieds end up in the $35,000 to $38,000 range without an engine. Unlike Late Models, though, Modified racing offers a Crate Engine package that costs between $5,000 and $7,000, depending one where it's purchased.
Are modifieds faster than Cup cars?
Light in weight and fitted with wider tires, a current Modified Stock Car is pure racer and much faster around a short oval paved track than one of NASCAR's Sprint Cup cars.
Who will televise NASCAR in 2022?
Including practice and qualifying, as well as the NASCAR ARCA Menards Series and Whelen Modified Tour, USA Network will present nearly 200 hours of NASCAR coverage in 2022.
What time is the modified race at New Hampshire?
2022 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour ScheduleRACEDATEJersey Shore 150 Wall Stadium SpeedwaySaturday, July 9 8 p.m. ETWhelen Manufactured in America 100 New Hampshire Motor SpeedwaySaturday, July 16 6 p.m.Clash at Claremont 150* Claremont Motorsports ParkFriday, July 29 8:45 p.m. ET13 more rows
What is a smart modified?
The SMART Modified Tour will race 12 times at 11 different race tracks in three states during the 2022 season. Dec 17, 2021 by Brandon Paul. Bigger and better. Those are two words that sum up the Southern Modified Auto Racing Tour's (SMART) plans for the 2022 season.
Who won the Whelen Modified race at Richmond?
Justin BonsignoreJustin Bonsignore wins NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour race at Richmond. Defending series champion Justin Bonsignore used a late pass for the lead to cruise to his first victory on the 2022 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour in the Virginia is for Racing Lovers 150 at Richmond Raceway.
Who won the modified race at New Smyrna?
HirschmanHirschman, of Northampton, Pa., ended up as the only multi-time winner over five Tour Type Modified features for the World Series at New Smyrna.
When will the NASCAR Whelen modified tour start?
NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour starts to build out 2022 calendar with Langley, Riverhead dates announced
When will Craig Lutz drive for Danny Watts?
Craig Lutz to drive for Danny Watts Racing in 2022
When will mod drivers have poles?
Mod drivers with a pole in 2021
Is NASCAR a trademark?
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