Page 57 of GM Performance Parts 2006 Catalog by GM Parts Direct

55 CIRCLE TRACK RACING The last three years have seen a remarkable evolution in grass-roots , local short track stock-car racing. As the cost of racing has skyrocketed in many areas, one answer to part of that dilemma has emerged: the sealed crate racing engine from GM Performance Parts. Developed, tested and proven to GMs very high standards, the circle track racer now has an option for reliable, durable power at an affordable price. Here are a few examples of sanctioning bodies that have embraced the concept of a factory-sealed racing engine. There are many individual tracks and other sanctioning bodies that specify sealed crate engines, as well. For great entertainment, check out these growing series and support your local race track. FASTRAK Champions Series FASTRAK Champions is a touring late-model series that focuses on fairness, equality and cost reduction to deliver a great show for the fans. This fast-growing series will have three regions in 2006, covering much of the country east of the Mississippi river. Using the sealed crate engines available from GMPP, FASTRAK is proving they have the right product (affordable racing and exciting entertainment), at the right time. Especially noteworthy in 2005 was a race at Eldora, where the FASTRAK crate cars ran prior to a Nextel Cup field of Super Late Models. This fan-friendly series is worth the price of admission if they visit a track in your area. IMCA The International Motor Car Association (IMCA),organized in 1915, is the oldest active automobile racing sanctioning body in the United States. IMCA is based on enforcing fair and consistent rules that promote affordability as the foundation of racing in America. Through the promotion of the grass roots weekly racer, IMCA has continued to see remarkable growth throughout the last decade. In 2005 IMCA introduced the Sport Mod class which is the perfect racecar for a tight economy. The sealed CT350 engine from GMPP is approved as an option, and was very successful in the inaugural year. At the IMCA SuperNationals, a SportMod driven by Carl Fredrickson, editor for Speedway Illustrated, took the checkered flag with a GMPP #88958602 between the frame rails. ASA Late Model Series Formed in 2002 as USPRO Cup, this late-model touring series was designed to have stability, reliability, cost effectiveness and performance make up the cornerstone of the organization that merged with the former American Speed Association in 2003. The crate motor and template body package has proven to be extremely appealing to drivers and race tracks alike. It is considered to be one of the most cost-effective traveling series around. Running Late Model chassis and bodies, with the CT400 sealed (#88958604) engine as the powerplant of choice. Operating as a single series in the upper Midwest in 2005, ASALMS will expand in 2006 to include a southern division as well as a new Challenge Division that will be covered by the Outdoor Channel. The fast-growing series is destined to be a showcase for young drivers aspiring to drive for developmental teams, and beyond! 2006 Racing Overview

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