Danny Horner is back home recovering this weekend after sustaining fractured vertebrae last Friday night during the World of Outlaws event at USA Race Park in Tucson.

 

Horner, the reigning Northern Sprint Tour Champion, was involved in an incident on the first lap of the A-Feature that sent his car flipping down the front straightaway. He climbed from the car under his own power, and was later taken to the hospital for an evaluation, at which time it was discovered that he had sustained a fractured vertebrae.

 

Horner, a native of Cottage Grove, Oregon had surgery earlier this week on his neck, and flew back home on Tuesday, where he is resting comfortably.

 

“Everything went fine with the surgery,” said Horner. “I have to go back on the 20th of March for a checkup at the rehab center. The rehab will take anywhere from one to six months. They will let me know that later.”

 

The young driver was running very strong last Friday night before the accident. He began the night by turning the 16th fastest lap in time trials, which put him on the pole for the fourth heat. He finished second in that event, to earn a spot in the dash, where he finished sixth to earn that same starting spot in the A-Feature.

 

“The night was going awesome for us up to that point,” said Horner. “We had a great qualifying run, a good heat race, and made the dash.”

 

While he knows that resting and fully healing is the most important thing right now, he cannot wait to strap back into the car. While the recovery process will be very demanding, being able to compete again will keep him very motivated.

 

“As soon as I can, I will be back in the car,” Horner said. “I want to back in the car this year. I don’t think I will be nervous at all when I climb back in.”

 

Cards and well wishes can reach Horner at: 79078 North River Road, Cottage Grove, Oregon, 97425. SCR

 

 

 

 

CONCORD, N.C. - Mahindra Tractors USA and the World  of Outlaws announce Mahindra Tractors has become the Official Tractor  of the World of Outlaws.

 

“At any dirt track racing event, one of the hidden stars are the  tractors that work day and night prepping the track,” says Jim  Startz, Mahindra USA Senior Marketing Manager. “Mahindra is pleased  to be the Official Tractor of the World of Outlaws and showcase our products for the fans while helping promoters continue to put on  tremendous races.”

 

Mahindra USA, which was recently profiled in Business Week and with U.S. headquarters in Tomball, Texas, ranks among the largest tractor companies in the world with sales approaching 100,000 units annually in 10 countries. In 1994, the company entered the American market as Mahindra USA. Its tough, dependable tractors are being sold and serviced by hundreds of leading tractor dealers throughout the country. Mahindra USA has distribution centers in Calhoun, Ga., 68 miles north of Atlanta, and Red Bluff, Calif., that more than doubled production capacity to keep pace with growing demands.

 

“As evidenced by its profile in Business Week, Mahindra is a rapidly growing company,” says Rob Butcher, World Racing Group Chief Marketing Officer. “We’re excited its first foray into motorsports is with the World of Outlaws. Our fans will see Mahindra Tractors fully integrated into the ESPN broadcasts, WorldofOutlaws.com, and at events.” SCR

 

 

 

 

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) and Richard Petty Driving Experience (RPDE) announced today that the two organizations have agreed to a multi-year licensing agreement, formalizing a relationship that began 15 years ago with the initial development of RPDE.

 

While Richard Petty and NASCAR remain synonymous, the agreement cements a relationship that began more than 50 years ago when the Petty family first joined the sport. This new licensing agreement will allow Richard Petty Driving Experience to better align its business with NASCAR, its sponsors, business partners and 75 million fans.

 

“We formed the Driving Experience to let race fans see what professional drivers see on the track every weekend and get a feel for what the guys go through every week behind the wheel. At the same time we also do a good job of recreating the sights and sounds that make NASCAR the most exciting sport in the world,” said Richard Petty, the seven-time NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Champion. “By making our long relationship with NASCAR official we hope to reach more race fans while also exposing the sport to thousands of others in an attempt to help grow the sport for years to come.”

 

Each year over 130,000 race fans and enthusiasts feel the power of NASCAR through RPDE when they drive or ride-along at their favorite race track. The relationship between the two organizations will continue to give fans the opportunity to touch and feel the sport in a way no other professional sports entity offers. Richard Petty Driving Experience, through its licensing agreement with NASCAR, will become a greater brand extension of the sport by continuing to provide authentic NASCAR riding and driving experiences.

 

“There are two great must-do experiences in our sport,” said Mark Dyer, NASCAR’s vice president of licensing and consumer products. “First, of course, is going to a NASCAR race. Second is experiencing what it’s like to drive an authentic NASCAR NEXTEL Cup race car. The Richard Petty Driving Experience makes this unforgettable experience happen for thousands of people every year, and NASCAR is proud to be associated with this first-class organization.” SCR

 

 

 

 

Jeff Burton passed Kyle Busch less than 200 yards from the start/finish line to win the Sam’s Town 300 at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway (LVMS). As Burton passed the Vegas native, Busch, got loose and spun across the line to finish second and then hit the outside wall. Tony Stewart finished third followed by Kyle Busch’s broth Kurt Busch fourth. David Stremme rounded out the top five. SCR

Matthew Blaylock

 

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