The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series has officially seen a nationwide tire shortage cancel a race for the series.
The tour has elected to cancel I-80’s Go 50 that runs the day before the start of the Knoxville Late Model Nationals, scheduled to run Wednesday, September 15.
The full press release can be seen below:
BATAVIA, OH (August 30, 2021) – Due to the current tire shortages, officials believe it in the best interests of I-80 Speedway and the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, to cancel the September 15th GO-50. We look forward to returning to I-80 Speedway in 2022.
Teams will now make Knoxville Raceway in Knoxville, IA their first and final stop for the weekend, to compete in the 17th Annual Lucas Oil Late Model Knoxville Nationals on September 16th – 18th. Pre-registration for this event is open at: https://www.knoxvilleraceway.com/Documents.aspx
For the latest breaking news concerning the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, including the latest series standings, 2021 tour schedule, driver information, and more visit the official website at: www.lucasdirt.com.
The series will return to the track this Saturday for the River Days Rumble Presented by Pepsi at Port Royal Speedway.
