The 36th season of NAPA Auto Parts Thunder on the Hill Racing Series kicks off Tuesday, May 20, at Grandview Speedway with the Rich Mar Florist Kubota High Limit 410 Sprints event, presented by Levan Machine & Truck Equipment.

Professional trumpet player Eric Haney will perform the National Anthem during opening ceremonies. Gates open at 5 PM, with ceremonies starting at 7:30 PM.

Key Event Details:

• Date: Tuesday, May 20 (Rain date: Wednesday, May 21)
• Main Event: 35-lap feature paying $20,000 to win
• Additional $2,000 bonus for Pennsylvania driver winners
• General admission: Adults $40, Children 6-11 $20, Under 5 free
• Pit fee: $45 (no license required)

Featured attractions include:

• Pre-race Inside/Out Promotion viewing from third turn
• Fan Fest featuring High Limit stars
• Alpine Building Supply Vintage Cars competing in two 12-lap features
• Four-wide High Limit 410 Sprints Parade Lap with fireworks

Notable drivers expected:

• Defending champion Brent Marks (Myerstown, PA)
• Five-time World of Outlaw Champion Brad Sweet
• Rico Abreu
• Tyler Courtney
• Kasey Kahne
• Local favorites Danny Dietrich and Freddie Rahmer

Additional 2025 Thunder Series Events:

1. June 17 - USAC Non-Wing Sprints Eastern Storm National Tour

   • Jesse Hockett Classic: 40 laps, $6,000 to win
   • 358 Modifieds: 30 laps, $3,000 to win

2. July 1 - Pennsylvania 410 Sprints Speed Week Series

   • Hodnett Cup: 35 laps, $10,000 to win
   • 358 Modifieds: 30 laps, $3,000 to win

Location: Grandview Speedway 43 Passmore Road, Bechtelsville, PA 19505 (Less than a mile off Route 100, 10 miles north of Pottstown, PA)

Advance tickets available at TicketHoss.com, allowing early entry at 4:30 PM through the first turn grandstand gate.

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