Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Gears Up for Peach State Doubleheader on September 12-13

The Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series starts the homestretch of the 2025 season this weekend in the Peach State with a pair of $2,500 to win shootouts.  On Friday night, September 12, the doubleheader for the 602 Late Model competitors kicks off at North Georgia Speedway in Chatsworth, Georgia.  The weekend will then conclude on Saturday evening, September 13 at Sugar Creek Raceway in Blue Ridge, Georgia.

Joining the 602 Late Models on the racing card on September 12 at North Georgia Speedway will be the Limited Late Models ($1,200 to win), 604 Late Models ($1,000 to win), Open Wheel Modifieds ($400 to win), and Front Wheel Drives ($400 to win).  The pit gates will swing open at 3:30pm and the grandstands will start to allow fans into the venue at 4:00pm.  The Drivers Meeting will get underway at 6:30pm and Hot Laps will light up the racing surface starting at 7:00pm.

Grandstand admission for this special event will be $20.00 for adults and $10.00 for kids ages 5-11.  Pit admission will be $40.00 for adults and $15.00 for kids ages 5-11.  Children ages 4 and under will be allowed onto the grounds for FREE.  Parking is also free in the field or $30.00 per car for fence parking plus your grandstand ticket.  North Georgia Speedway is located at 300 N GA Raceway Road in Chatsworth, Georgia.  More information can be found by calling Ray Cook at 828-360-5353 or by accessing www.NorthGeorgiaSpeedway.net.

At Sugar Creek Raceway on September 13, the Street Stock ($1,500 to win), 604 Late Model ($1,000 to win), Limited Late Model, Open Wheel Modified, Front Wheel Drive, Pony Stock, Strictly Stock/Crown Vic, and Sportsman divisions will be joining the 602 Late Models in racing action.  The pit gate will open at 3:00pm and the grandstands will follow suit at 5:00pm.  The Drivers Meeting is set for 6:00pm, Hot Laps will take to the racetrack at 6:30pm, and racing gets underway at 7:00pm.

Adult admission is $20.00 into the grandstands and $40.00 into the pit area.  Kids ages 11-15 will be admitted into the stands for only $15.00 and into the pits for only $25.00.  Children ages 10 and under will be allowed onto the grounds for FREE.  General parking is also FREE, while tailgate fence parking is $25.00 plus general admission.  Sugar Creek Raceway is located at 2252 Sugar Creek Road in Blue Ridge, Georgia 30513.  The track phone number is 321-863-2479 or get more information online at www.racesugarcreek.com.

The Red Clay 602 Late Model Series tire rule for both events will be Left Front: Open, Right Front: American Racer Pro 2, Left Rear: American Racer Pro 2, Right Rear: American Racer Pro 2 or Pro 4.  The entry fee will be $80.00 each night and transponders will be available to rent.

North Georgia Speedway Feature Purse (30 Laps):  1. $2,500, 2. $1,200, 3. $600, 4. $400, 5. $350, 6. $300, 7. $280, 8. $260, 9. $240, 10. $220, 11. $200, 12. $180, 13. $160, 14. $140, 15. $135, 16. $130, 17-22. $125

Sugar Creek Raceway Feature Purse (30 Laps):  1. $2,500, 2. $1,200, 3. $600, 4. $400, 5. $350, 6. $300, 7. $280, 8. $260, 9. $240, 10. $220, 11. $200, 12. $180, 13. $160, 14. $140, 15. $135, 16. $130, 17-22. $125

With fifteen events already in the books in 2025, Justin Howard currently leads the Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series point standings over Shaun Sise, Kevin Fisher, Griffin Smith, and Dawson Lowe.  There are currently six races left on the 2025 schedule and the final Championship points will be based on a driver’s best eighteen finishes.

Current Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Point Standings:
1. Justin Howard - 2606
2. Shaun Sise - 2404
3. Kevin Fisher - 2330
4. Griffin Smith - 1710
5. Dawson Lowe - 1466
6. David Smith - 1178
7. Hunter Atkinson - 1086
8. Frankie Beard - 930
9. Jody Wilson - 748
10. Colton Berrong - 742

2025 Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Schedule:
February 22 - Lavonia Speedway (Lavonia, GA) - PPD TO 3/22
March 1 - Senoia Raceway (Senoia, GA) - KENNY COLLINS
March 22 - Lavonia Speedway (Lavonia, GA) - JAY COEN
March 28 - Buckshot Speedway (Clanton, AL) - GRIFFIN SMITH
April 5 - Sugar Creek Raceway (Blue Ridge, GA) - FRANKIE BEARD
April 12 - Lake View Motor Speedway (Nichols, SC) - DAWSON LOWE
April 18 - I-75 Raceway (Sweetwater, TN) - HAYDEN CARDWELL
April 26 - Wythe Raceway (Rural Retreat, VA) - DAVID SMITH
June 10 - Laurens County Speedway (Laurens, SC) - LUKE COOPER
June 28 - Wythe Raceway (Rural Retreat, VA) - KENNY PEEPLES, JR.
July 12 - Harris Speedway (Rutherfordton, NC) - DAVID SMITH
July 15 - I-75 Raceway (Sweetwater, TN) - KOULTEN HERBERT
July 17 - Senoia Raceway (Senoia, GA) - RICHIE STEPHENS
July 22 - Toccoa Raceway (Toccoa, GA) - DAVID SMITH
July 24 - Sugar Creek Raceway (Blue Ridge, GA) - JASON DEAL
July 25 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - GRIFFIN SMITH
August 15 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - CANCELED
September 6 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - PPD TO 9/12
September 12 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $2,500 to win
September 13 - Sugar Creek Raceway (Blue Ridge, GA) - $2,500 to win
September 19 - Anderson Motor Speedway (Anderson, SC) - $1,500 to win / $350 to start
September 27 - Winder-Barrow Speedway (Winder, GA) - $2,000 to win
October 18 - Lavonia Speedway (Lavonia, GA) - $2,000 to win
October 24 - I-75 Raceway (Sweetwater, TN) - $2,000 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, Knowles Race Parts and Bodies, Chevrolet Performance, Cruise with the Champions, Smith Motors, Styles Services, Virginia Driveline and Differential, C&S Auto Electric, Billings Brothers Autism Awareness, 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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