The Grandview and Big Diamond Speedways have announced significant rule changes for the 2025 racing season. Here are the key updates affecting competitors at both tracks:

Key Rule Changes for 2025:

• Left side pan hard bar suspension eliminated for 358 Modified and 602 Sportsman race teams
• Wheel covers must be bolted on or secured under bead lock ring
• Third circuit carburetors not permitted
• Lithium batteries banned for safety reasons
• DIRT approved race car body panels temporarily allowed, pending permanent approval

Grandview Speedway Specific Updates:

• Freedom 76 tire compounds changed to right rear 48 or 50 only (53 compound eliminated)
• Engine sealing available for $200 (contact Ed Scott: 610-298-2408)
• Season passes available for $400, covering all Saturday night events
• Track improvements include 64 tri-axle loads of fresh clay added to racing surface

Sportsman Division Updates:

• 602 engines can be rebuilt at KB Performance (610.751.9650)
• Located at 6807 Mosserville Road, New Tripoli, PA 18066
• RUSH Racing series certified rebuild center

2025 Special Events at Grandview:

• April 5: 63rd Opening Night - Bruce Rogers Memorial
• May 20: High Limit Racing 410 Sprint Car Series
• June 17: USAC National Sprint Car Series Eastern Storm
• July 1: Pennsylvania 410 Sprint Car SpeedWeek
• July 12: 55th Sportsman FIRECRACKER 40
• August 9: 55th Modified FORREST ROGERS MEMORIAL 50
• September 19: 12th Freedom 38 Sportsman Championship
• September 20: 55th Freedom 76 Modified Championship

For technical questions, contact officials Cliff Quinn (484-357-2587) or Ed Scott (610-298-2408). Complete rulebooks available at www.grandviewspeedway.com or www.bigdspeedway.net.

Media credential requests for 2025 must be submitted by February 28, 2025. The complete 2025 season schedule will be released after the holidays.

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