Points Portion of Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Schedule Starts Thursday at I-75 Raceway

The Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series will roar into I-75 Raceway this Thursday night, April 2 and for the first time this year, valuable points will be on the line!  The point opener for the popular 602 Late Model Series will boast a $2,000 first place prize and each starter in the 25-lap headliner is assured of at least $125.  Drivers running with the tour will be looking to get off to a fast start at the Sweetwater, Tennessee venue and get out front in the Championship chase, which is worth $5,000 in 2026.

Joining the Red Clay 602 Late Model Series on the racing card this Thursday at I-75 Raceway will be the Schaeffer’s Oil Spring Nationals Series ($5,053 to win), Open Wheel Modified ($800 to win), Sportsman ($700 to win), FWD ($450 to win), Crown Vic ($400 to win), and Thunder ($350 to win) divisions.  The pits and tier parking will open at 4:00pm and the grandstands will open an hour later at 5:00pm.  The drivers meeting is set for 6:30pm and hot laps will light up the racetrack at 7:00pm.

Grandstand ticket prices are $25.00 for adults and $10.00 for kids ages 6-11.  Tier parking ticket prices are $35.00 for adults and $15.00 for kids ages 6-11.  A pit pass will be $45.00 for adults and $20.00 for kids ages 6-11.  Children ages 5 and under will be allowed onto the grounds for FREE.  I-75 Raceway is located at 1791 Highway 68 in Niota, Tennessee and more information on the venue can be found online at www.i-75racewaypark.com.

The Red Clay 602 Late Model Series tire rule for I-75 Raceway will be Left Front: Open, Left Rear & Right Front: American Racer Pro 2 (88.0 / 90.0), and Right Rear: American Racer Pro 2 or American Racer Pro 4 (92.0).  The entry fee for the 602 Late Models will be $80.00 and transponders will be available to rent.  If you can’t make it to the track, we invite you to watch all of the action LIVE on FloRacing.

Thursday’s A-Main Purse (25 Laps):  1. $2,000, 2. $1,000, 3. $600, 4. $400, 5. $350, 6. $325, 7. $300, 8. $280, 9. $260, 10. $240, 11. $220, 12. $200, 13. $175, 14. $165, 15. $155, 16. $145, 17. $135, 18-22. $125 to start

2026 Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Schedule:
February 6 - Screven Motor Speedway (Sylvania, GA) - WYATT COFFEY
February 7 - Screven Motor Speedway (Sylvania, GA) - CODY OVERTON
February 28 - Senoia Raceway (Senoia, GA) - $2,500 to win - POSTPONED
April 2 - I-75 Raceway (Sweetwater, TN) - $2,000 to win
April 18 - Laurens County Speedway (Laurens, SC) - $2,500 to win
April 25 - Lavonia Speedway (Lavonia, GA) - $2,000 to win
May 1 - West Alabama Speedway (Winfield, AL) - $2,000 to win
May 2 - Buckshot Speedway (Clanton, AL) - $2,500 to win
May 23 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $2,000 to win
May 29 - Travelers Rest Speedway (Travelers Rest, SC) - $2,000 to win
June 2 - Laurens County Speedway (Laurens, SC) - $2,500 to win
June 20 - Cherokee Speedway (Gaffney, SC) - $2,000 to win
July 3 - I-75 Raceway (Sweetwater, TN) - $2,000 to win
July 4 - Sugar Creek Raceway (Blue Ridge, GA) - $2,500 to win
July 18 - Screven Motor Speedway (Sylvania, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 19 - Toccoa Raceway (Toccoa, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 21 - Senoia Raceway (Senoia, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 24 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $2,000 to win
August 1 - Harris Speedway (Rutherfordton, NC) - $2,000 to win
August 7 - Hartwell Speedway (Hartwell, GA) - $2,000 to win
August 8 - Winder-Barrow Speedway (Winder, GA) - $2,500 to win
September 12 - Laurens County Speedway (Laurens, SC) - $2,500 to win
October 10 - Cherokee Speedway (Gaffney, SC) - $2,000 to win
October 17 - Lavonia Speedway (Lavonia, GA) - $2,500 to win
October 31 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $4,000 to win

The Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series would like to thank all of their marketing partners including Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner, American Racer Tires, PPM Racing Products, Knowles Race Parts and Bodies, Extreme Towing and Recovery, Raceday Safety, Chevrolet Performance, Cruise with the Champions, Smith Motors, Faktor Racing Chassis, Styles Services, Virginia Driveline and Differential, C&S Auto Electric, Billings Brothers Autism Awareness, Cruise with the Champions, Capital Custom Paint, Delph Communications, and Peeping Dragon Photography.  Any questions concerning the series can be pointed to either Walter Tapp at 864-382-9957 or Ray Cook at 828-360-5353.  More information on the tour can be found online at www.RedClaySeries.com.

About Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner:
Schaeffer's Specialized Lubricants:  synthetic motor oils, hydraulic fluids, and diesel fuel additives have achieved a world-class reputation for improving engine performance and fuel economy, but their diverse product line includes all types of industrial lubricants, industrial greases, and industrial oils as well as specialty items like their chain lubes and degreasers.  Founded in 1839, their philosophy is to provide advanced lubricants for improved performance, reliability, and fuel economy. 

From Dallas, Georgia, Mike Bruner brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table with a background in equipment sales and operations that spans over two decades.  He has worked with two construction equipment manufacturers and started his own company in 2009, focusing on construction, grading, and hauling.  His company has been a Schaeffer customer for many years, and in 2024, he joined the Schaeffer’s Oil team as a full-time sales representative.  Learn more or connect with Mike by logging onto www.schaefferoil.com/mikebruner.

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