Story By: RACE OF CHAMPIONS – HOLLAND, NY – The Track @ Hillside, part of the brand new Hillside Buffalo Entertainment Complex and formerly known as Holland International Speedway, will be hosting seven Race of Champions events during the 2018 racing season. The 134-acre entertainment complex is now under the operation of Daniel Hutchinson, with Nick Johnston serving as the Manager of racing events.
The premiere of the Race of Champions will take place on Saturday, July 21 with an exciting 100-lap Asphalt Modified Series race. The Modifieds will be joined on this date by the newly formed and rebranded Race of Champions Four Cylinder Dash Series for the Butch Palmer Tribute 32-lap tribute race.
Late Models will also return this season during the Race of Champions Late Model Series. The Late Models will take to the speedway on Saturday, June 23 for a 30-lap event and Saturday, August 11 for a A 50-lap event. A final Late Model race, the return of the BUD 100, will close out the series at Hillside Buffalo on Friday, September 7.
“We are thrilled to have the Race of Champions family of Series frequent our facility this year” stated Nick Johnston, Manager of racing events at Hillside. “We look forward to all the racers, fans and crews to enjoy our new culture that is Hillside Buffalo. Everyone on board is working hard on the resurgence of the historic speedway, with our loyal drivers and fans as our top priority. Race of Champions has been great to work with as we continue to build and grow for the greater good of the racing community.”
Another season highlight will include the Race of Champions Super Stock Series, joining the Late Models on the card on Saturday, June 23.