racing from the Carolina Class Racers Association.
The Classic Gear Jammers returned in September, along with another brand-new event called“ Boots On The Farm,” which featured two days of big-money bracket racing. The Mad Dawg 4.50 Finals wrapped up September in style, as the points battle was really heating up with just one event remaining.
Fans of American motorcycle racing always look forward to the All-Harley World Shootout race, which took place in early October. The 16th annual Door Carpalooza is always a big hit with race goers and happened in late October, with Drag Illustrated on hand to see the thrilling finale of the 4.50 Mad Dawgs. Nick Cline edged
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out Jay Kirk to secure his third season championship, while Eddie Smith Jr. captured his first career Mad Dawg victory after getting past veteran racer Mike Westmorland. The 4.50 Mad Dawg class represents a six-race series and has become a very popular attraction at Farmington. The Jr. Dragster Shootout closed out the last weekend of October.
November is showcased by many events, none more legendary than the Big 5-Second Shootout, now in its 41st running. Many big names in Southeastern sportsman drag racing have competed in this event over its four-decade-long history. The 27th annual Footbrake Nationals also happens in November, followed by the 30th Annual Thanksgiving Moneyfest to end the month.
The longest running event of them all closes out each race season with the Dollar Days Flea Market and Test-and-Tune, now in its 42nd year, on the first weekend in December.
The 2025 race season also marks the conclusion of a career that is celebrated by so many at this track, as longtime track manager Sandy Collins announced that she will retire at year’ s end. Collins’ tenure dates back to 2002, when she began working with then-track owner Don Plemmons and continued decades afterwards. Collins has left a positive mark on this facility, as racers and fans celebrate her steadfast dedication and friendship. DI
Eddie Smith Jr. scored his first career Mad Dawg win at the season finale in late October.
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