Lee Spencer RACINBOYS EXCLUSIVE - TULSA, Okla.—“See you in Placerville,” Christopher Bell said to USAC officials following the announcement of a $100,000 purse for the inaugural Elk Grove Ford Hangtown 100.

By Reid Spencer for Racinboys -- TULSA,OK - TULSA, Okla. – Two-time Chili Bowl Nationals champion Rico Abreu already had the most popular merchandise item at the Tulsa Expo Center.

Lee Spencer RACINBOYS EXCLUSIVE - TULSA, OK -- TULSA, Okla.—Kyle Larson cruised to his fifth-career Preliminary Night Feature win in the Chili Bowl Nationals at the Tulsa Expo Center.

By Reid Spencer for RACINBOYS -TULSA, Okla. -- Tanner Thorson’s association with veteran car owner Clyde Lamar has borne fruit early in their relationship with Tuesday night’s victory in the Vacuworx Invitational Race of Champions (VIROC), a Chili Bowl week tradition at the Tulsa Expo Center.

Lee Spencer RACINBOYS EXCLUSIVE - TULSA, OK -- When it comes to the Chili Bowl Nationals, Brady Bacon has never felt that luck is on his side. Despite growing up 10 miles from Tulsa Expo Raceway, the Broken Arrow native feels like he’s been cursed when it comes to finding success at his hometown track.

By Reid Spencer - TULSA, OK -- In a real sense, the Chili Bowl is a bigger event this year, having expanded from five days to six with an additional qualifying night. But the number of automatic qualifiers for Saturday night’s A-main is smaller, with only two drivers advancing from each night’s qualifying A-feature, instead of the traditional three.

Lee Spencer RACINBOYS EXCLUSIVE -- After the Americans invaded New Zealand's North Island earlier this month, two Kiwis will return the favor in the 2019 Chili Bowl Nationals.

Lee Spencer RACINBOYS EXCLUSIVE-- Front Row Motorsports has bolstered its crew chief lineup for 2019. According to sources, veteran leaders Drew Blickensderfer and Mike Kelley will join Seth Barbour in overseeing FRM’s three Monster Energy Cup Series squads.

Lee Spencer RACINBOYS EXCLUSIVE -- Daniel Suarez described his new ride with Stewart-Haas Racing as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. There’s no doubt that’s the case—the second time around.

Lee Spencer RACINBOYS EXCLUSIVE -- Christopher Bell hasn’t had time to dwell on losing the NASCAR Xfinity Series title. The Norman, Oklahoma, native, who turned 24 last month, has spent a lot more time winning since the stock car season ended in November.

Lee Spencer RACINBOYS EXCLUSIVE -- AUCKLAND, New Zealand—Long live the King. Kyle Larson successfully defended his King of the Springs title at Western Springs Speedway on Thursday night. Larson, who started from the pole, edged out Christopher Bell by .27-seconds in the 39-lap Bryan Clauson Memorial.

Lee Spencer RACINBOYS EXCLUSIVE -- AUCKLAND, NZ - Don’t let the “NZ” behind the No. 2 midget fool you. Zach Daum still considers himself a Pocahontas, Illinois, native. He’s just found a second home in New Zealand.

Lee Spencer RACINBOYS EXCLUSIVE -- AUCKLAND, N.Z.—Kyle Larson drove his midget into the sunset at Western Springs Speedway on Sunday. The 26-year-old Elk Grove, Calif., native started from the pole and defended his World 30 Lapper win decisively, despite two cautions over the last six laps.

Lee Spencer RACINBOYS EXCLUSIVE- AUCKLAND, N.Z.—For Kyle Larson’s adventures down under, relaxation comes first—racing second.

Lee Spencer RACINBOYS EXCLUSIVE -- WESTERN SPRINGS, N.Z.—Michael Pickens thrilled the home crowd in Wednesday’s Boxing Day Bash. The 35-year-old Auckland native—and seven-time New Zealand Midget Car champion—started on the front row for the feature and quickly took the lead from pole sitter Kyle Larson.

Lee Spencer RACINBOYS EXCLUSIVE -- AUCKLAND, NZ—Whether you were naughty or nice this year, there’s still time to give or get the perfect gift for the holidays—the gift of racing.

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