Friday, April 27, 2007

I-80 / Total Performance Parts Rising Stars

Greenwood, Nebraska (April 24, 2007) - The next generation of superstars in
local racing will be showcased in a project spearheaded by I-80 Speedway and
Total Performance Parts: The Total Performance Parts Rising Stars. The Total
Performance Parts Rising Stars are weekly drivers at I-80 Speedway between
the ages of 16 and 30 who will compete in a program that will select a Top
Rising Star based on weekly and final season finishes, fan vote, driver vote
and race officials/sponsor vote.

"There is a new generation of drivers coming up in the ranks, and many of
our fans don't know these young, talented individuals," said Jon Schwartz,
track owner. "We designed this program to market these young stars so fans
can pick their next racing hero, and so these drivers can be recognized for
their hard work and talent."

Drivers in all of the weekly classes will be able to register for the
program, and compete against each other for the Rising Star Award for their
class. Out of the finalists from the following classes: Dodge Super Late
Models, Crate Late Models, City Weekly Grand Nationals, Modifieds, Midas B
Mods, Certified Transmission Pro Ams, Ty's Outdoor Power Equipment Pro
Stocks, Hobby Stocks and Midwest Linings 305 Sprints, one driver will be
selected as the Top Total Performance Parts Rising Star. The Top Rising Star
will receive a $2000 sponsorship from Total Performance Parts, as well as a
new firesuit valued up to $800.

"We felt this was a natural fit for Total Performance Parts to become
involved with as a sponsor because we want to support the next rising stars
of this sport," said Michael Gillespie, Total Performance Parts manager.

Drivers who sign up will be expected to participate in autograph sessions at
the track, conduct themselves in a professional manner, and also have fun.

"This isn't just about judging these drivers based on their abilities and
awarding a sponsorship, it's also about interacting with the race fans,"
said Schwartz.

Drivers can sign up at either Total Performance Parts, 8427 Madison St. in
Omaha, NE, or at the I-80 Speedway track office.

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