MULTI BILLBOARD WINNING ARTIST – DON OMAR – TO HOST RACING AND CONCERT WEEKEND AT TEXAS MOTORPLEX

ENNIS, Texas (May 6, 2013) – Don Omar just claimed 10 Billboard honors at the Billboard Latin Music Awards in April. While he is dominating the music scene, he somehow still manages to find time for drag racing.

Omar will be battling racers before taking to the stage when the Don Omar DragMania Race and Music Festival comes to Texas Motorplex, May 25-26.

The weekend’s event will feature drag racing with grudge racing between imports and domestic models, a car show, live music and more. The weekend’s finale will be a live concert with Omar and Plan B, Zion & Lennox, RAKIM & KEN Y, LOBO and more.

Gates open for the DragMania Music Festival at 9 a.m. on  May 25; Racing starts at 1 p.m. with qualifying for Outlaw VS Extreme, Top Street and All Motor followed by bracket time trails. Gates open at 9 a.m. on Sunday with eliminations starting at 11 a.m. There will be extra entertainment throughout the day before eliminations finish at 5 p.m., followed by an awards ceremony and concert.

Please visit http://dragmaniamusicfest.com for more event information including registration. Or call (800) MOTORPLEX. Tickets can be purchased on the phone by calling Texas Motorplex or online at www.texasmotorplex.com. Tickets range from $15-$50 for single day or weekend passes.

Texas Motorplex was the first all-concrete stadium-style drag racing facility ever constructed. Built in 1986, Texas Motorplex has been the place of many drag racing milestones and world record performances. The Billy Meyer-owned facility hosts a number of racing and car show events between March and November each year and also features the Champion’s Club – an 11,000 square-foot facility – that serves fully catered events throughout the year.

SUPER CHEVY SHOW HEATS UP AT TEXAS MOTORPLEX THIS WEEKEND

SUPER CHEVY SHOW HEATS UP AT TEXAS MOTORPLEX THIS WEEKEND

Super Chevy Show Weekend Features Fast Friday, Cruise, Drag Racing, Autocross, Car Show

ENNIS, Texas (April 30, 2013) – Super Chevy Show is back and Texas Motorplex is ready to host the Bowtie celebration of all things Chevy and GM. Racers will be competing for guaranteed payouts, car show participants will be judged for plaques, trophies and other prizes by ISCA judges and all Super Chevy Show participants will receive a goodie bag with free gifts and special offers.

Super Chevy Show kicks off with a Fast Friday event for racers of all experience levels. Gates open at 6 p.m. Friday with unlimited racing from 7 p.m. until Midnight.

Saturday’s Super Chevy Show features a morning cruise to the Motorplex from the historic courthouse in downtown Waxahachie (101 West Main Street, Waxahachie, Texas 75165). The Downtown Business Association will be providing coffee and breakfast items and Super Chevy Magazine staff will be on hand to capture the cruise.

Cruisers can meet anytime between 7-8 a.m. At 8:15 a.m. the cruise will leave for the Motorplex and will be escorted into the track upon arrival. Anyone who has already purchased tickets and participant admission will be allowed through the Fast Pass gate. Tickets and participation admission can be purchased on site at the cruise or at the entry gate on site at the Motorplex.

Super Chevy Show gates open at 7 a.m. Saturday for the car show, drag race, swap meet and more. Feature cars are wanted as top members of the Super Chevy Magazine staff will be on hand, looking for cars worthy of a feature photo in the glossy pages of the popular magazine.

Super Chevy Show is a celebration of one of America’s most popular brands. The Motorplex will be filled with a car show, autocross presented by the North Texas Camaro Club and Statewide Remodeling, swap meet, car corral, the Revell Make-n-Take model area where kids can make FREE model cars between noon – 2 p.m., and of course, drag racing with the region’s top bracket racers as well as other family-fun entertainment

Participant gates open 7 a.m., spectator gates open 8 a.m.; Car show judging seminar 10:30 a.m.; Time trials start at 10 a.m.; Car show awards 3:30 p.m.

Tickets are just $15 for adults on Saturday, kids are only $5. Parking is FREE and will be done inside the property. All spectators and participants are asked to go through Gates 10 and 12 for entry.

PARTICIPANT ENTRY FEES:

Friday Test ‘n’ Tune: $15  — Saturday Test-n-tune: $35; Fast GM (Electronics): $70 ($1,200 to win); Quick GM (No E): $70 ($1,000 to win); Car Show (judged class): $25; Show & Shine (not-judged):  $25; Heads Up Index (11, 12, 13): $40 ($200 to win each class, $50 R/U); 5th Gen Camaro Shootout: $35; Corvette Showdown: $35; Tuff Trucks: $25; True Street GM: $40 ($250 to win); Car Corral: $25; Swap Meet: $25, Autocross free to paid participants or $25.

Texas Motorplex was the first all-concrete stadium-style drag racing facility ever constructed. Built in 1986, Texas Motorplex has been the place of many drag racing milestones and world record performances. The Billy Meyer-owned facility hosts a number of racing and car show events between March and November each year and also features the Champion’s Club – an 11,000 square-foot facility – that serves fully catered events throughout the year.

AUTOCROSS TO HIGHLIGHT SUPER CHEVY SHOW AT TEXAS MOTORPLEX

AUTOCROSS TO HIGHLIGHT SUPER CHEVY SHOW AT TEXAS MOTORPLEX
Autocross Presented by the North Texas Camaro Club and Statewide Remodeling

 ENNIS, Texas (April 27, 2013) – Autocross challenges each participant with time, speed and ability as he or she maneuvers the vehicles through a timed course of turns, zig-zags and more. It has gained popularity with car clubs and racers over the years as each participant battles the clock and their competitive spirit.

Those competitive hearts can participate in Autocross at the 2013 Super Chevy Show at Texas Motorplex on Saturday, May 4. The 2013 Autocross, presented by the North Texas Camaro Club and Statewide Remodeling, will be run by the Equipe Rapide Sports Car Club.

“We are truly excited that North Texas Camaro Club and Statewide Remodeling stepped up to  help add this feature event to the Super Chevy Show this year,” Texas Motorplex General Manager Gabrielle Stevenson said. “The autocross will give our racers, car show and other participants another exciting challenge during the day. Super Chevy Show has something to offer all of our spectators and fans and autocross is just one more exciting attraction.”

The autocross course will be open to all Super Chevy Show participants – as well as driver’s wanting to only compete in Autocross – between 10 a.m. – 2p.m. on Saturday. Participants in other categories will not be charged for autocross. Anyone wanting to participate in autocross, but isn’t entered into other areas of the Super Chevy Show, can make unlimited passes for just $25.

There will be several categories for the autocrossers of all levels to enter including a ladies category, novice and pro. Winners will receive plaques for each category at the end of the day.

Autocross is just one of many exciting elements that make up each Super Chevy Show event, including car show, show-n-shine, swap meet, car corral, drag racing and more. Autocross courses are designed to challenge handling, performance and driving ability as each participant goes through the solo, timed course.

The third of 12 Super Chevy Show events slated for 2013 will be held at Texas Motorplex, May 4, 2013. The Super Chevy Show is a celebration of one of America’s most popular brands. The Motorplex will be filled with a car show, swap meet, car corral, kid’s activities area and of course, drag racing with the region’s top bracket racers as well as other family-fun entertainment.

FRIDAY, MAY 3 – Fast Friday gates open 6 p.m.; Racing ends at Midnight.
SATURDAY, MAY 4 – Participant gates open 7 a.m., spectator gates open 8 a.m.; Car show judging seminar 10:30 a.m.; Time trials start at 10 a.m.; Music and BBQ 1-3 p.m.; Car show awards 3:30 p.m.

TICKETS: $5-$15 and FREE PARKING FOR SPECTATORS.

PARTICIPANT ENTRY FEES:

Friday Test ‘n’ Tune: $15  — Saturday Test-n-tune: $35

Fast GM (Electronics): $70 ($1,200 to win)
Quick GM (No E): $70 ($1,000 to win)
Car Show (judged class): $25
Show & Shine (not-judged):  $25
Heads Up Index (11, 12, 13): $40 ($200 to win each class, $50 R/U)
5th Gen Camaro Shootout: $35
Corvette Showdown: $35
Tuff Trucks: $25
True Street GM: $40 ($250 to win)
Car Corral: $25
Swap Meet: $25
Autocross presented by the North Texas Camaro Club and Statewide Remodeling: $25

Texas Motorplex was the first all-concrete stadium-style drag racing facility ever constructed. Built in 1986, Texas Motorplex has been the place of many drag racing milestones and world record performances. The Billy Meyer-owned facility hosts a number of racing and car show events between March and November each year and also features the Champion’s Club – an 11,000 square-foot facility – that serves fully catered events throughout the year.

 

 

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MOPAR OR NO CAR – ENTHUSIASTS MOTTO WHEN IT COMES TO CARS

MOPAR OR NO CAR – ENTHUSIASTS MOTTO WHEN IT COMES TO CARS

Mega Mopar Action Series Takes Over the Motorplex on Saturday

ENNIS, Texas (April 23, 2013) – When it comes to the love of a car brand, most car club members are very clear about their choices: It’s EITHER Mopar, Ford or Chevy. Rarely is it a combination of the Big 3 manufacturers.

As the Mopar Action Series brings the Mopars to the Motorplex back to Texas Motorplex this Saturday, Bill Boon talks about his love of cars from an early age. Boon, known as the Texas Trailer Man, is one of the supporters of the Mopars at the Motorplex event and his club, Cowtown Mopars, will be vying for car show awards and drag racing titles when gates open at 9 a.m. Saturday.

Texas Motorplex sat down with Boon to get an idea of what separates a Mopar lover from all other car enthusiasts.

 

Q: When did you first start paying attention to cars?

BOON: To me, it’s “MOPAR or no car”.  I’m sure most car enthusiasts have heard that saying throughout the years. I grew up in a family that owed Buicks and Fords. Buicks for cruising and Fords for “show and go”, and noise!

When I was about 9 years old, my dad had a good friend who owned a big ‘55 Chrysler 300 that would scald the tires in first and second gears. I thought that was really cool. That car was fast and I loved riding in it, I went every time I got a chance. I remember getting the brochures and reading them over and over again. The car had a 331 Firepower Hemi motor, and it had power steering. It was cool looking too, much better looking than Granddad’s Buick. That was the beginning of my interest in, and my love for MOPAR’s.

 

Q: How many Mopars have you owned in your lifetime?

 

BOON: I’ve owned 18 MOPAR’s total. The first one was when I was 16 and in high school – a 1933 Plymouth 2 door sedan. I owned two MOPAR’s that I wish I had today because I could retire on them. In 1971 I bought a ‘71 Sport Fury GT 440 HP, and in 1986 I bought a ‘70 Hemi Cuda Convertible.

Plus I have had five MOPAR Drag Race Cars, a ‘70 Duster 340ci SS/IA, which in ‘77 I turned into a bracket car. That car was sold in Houston and is still running in South Texas, somewhere.  I also had a ‘70 Cuda 440ci bracket car that I got from my good friend Jackie Lewis who owns Prescott Raceway Park in Arkansas. I once owned a ‘73 Dodge Colt 440ci Super Gas car which I sold to a chiropractor in Albuquerque, NM, and is now in Indianapolis, IN. There was also a ‘69 Dart 440ci bracket car, a ‘70 Challenger 440ci Super Gas/bracket car-which a young man and his dad from Blum, Texas bought. And right now I have a ‘74 Dodge Dart Sport 440ci Super Street or Super Pro Electronics Bracket Car – the Texas Trailer Man car!!

Q: What is your daily driver?

 

BOON: I currently own a 2004 Ram Quad Cab with 5.9 Diesel and 6 speed with 320,000 miles, and a 2007 Ram Quad Cab Dually with 5.9 Diesel and Automatic with 82,000 miles. Those trucks are the best I have every owned.

 

Q: What Mopar do you have your eye on for the future?

 

BOON: I would like to own one of the new Challenger’s with the Modern Hemi, but my wife won’t let me. She says I need to do all my racing on the drag strip, not on the street. She has been telling me that since 1965, and I’ve learned to mind her pretty well!!  I almost convinced her earlier this year to get one of the Chrysler 300’s with the Modern Hemi.

 

Q: What makes Mopar such a special word and important part of your life?

 

BOON: I have been in love with MOPAR’s since 1956 and proud of it. When they came with the new Charger and Magnum rear wheel drive cars I knew they were on to something good. The younger generations really began to be interested in Chrysler cars again. Next came the new Challenger’s and the bigger, badder Modern Hemi’s which created a whole new generation of Hi Performance enthusiast’s. As MOPAR Pro Stock Drag Racer Allen Johnson would say “They are bad to the bone” and it’s something we can all celebrate together every year at the Mopars at the Motorplex event.

 

WHAT:         Texas Motorplex plays host to an all Mopar party on April 27 with the region’s best Mopar car clubs, drag racing, swap meet, car corral, vendor midway, car show and more!

 

WHERE:      Texas Motorplex, Ennis, Texas.  Track is located on Hwy. 287, two miles west of Ennis, between Interstates 35 and 45.

 

WHEN:          April 26-27, 2013

WHAT ELSE:   Fast Friday will usher in the weekend when Mopar racers will take on any and all non-Mopar competitors during the Fast Friday event on Friday, April 26.

 

SCHEDULE:      Friday, April 26: Gates open at 6 p.m., racing 7 p.m. – midnight. Saturday, April 27: Mega Mopar Action Series’ Mopars at the Motorplex: Gates open: 9 a.m.: Time trials begin; 10 a.m.: Car show judging begins

TICKETS:     Adults $15; Youth tickets (ages 13-17) $5, Children (12 and under) FREE. Every ticket includes a pit pass. Adult tickets are just $10 if purchased online before April 25.

 

CONTACT:  For more information, contract Texas Motorplex: (972) 878-2641, (800) MOTORPLEX or www.texasmotorplex.com

 

Texas Motorplex was the first all-concrete stadium-style drag racing facility ever constructed. Built in 1986, Texas Motorplex has been the place of many drag racing milestones and world record performances. The Billy Meyer-owned facility hosts a number of racing and car show events between March and November each year and also features the Champion’s Club – an 11,000 square-foot facility – that serves fully catered events throughout the year.

 

 

SUPER CHEVY SHOW CRUISE TO KICK OFF FROM DOWNTOWN WAXAHACHIE

ENNIS, Texas (April 3, 2013) – For the second consecutive year, the Super Chevy Show will officially kick off with a cruise from downtown Waxahachie before the biggest Bowtie celebration takes place at Texas Motorplex on Saturday, May 4.

All Chevy and GM vehicles are invited to line up around the Ellis County Courthouse along Main Street in downtown Waxahachie. All cruisers will receive a goodie bag with special offers and discounts as well as breakfast items including a local favorite: kolaches.

All pre-registered cruisers will receive a free Texas Motorplex window flag and will be allowed exclusive and instant VIP entrance through the gates of the Motorplex upon arrival.

As always, Super Chevy Magazine staffers will be on site to take photos and video of the cruise. Waxahachie Police Department officers will also escort the cruisers onto Highway 287 for the short trip to the Motorplex.

The third of 12 Super Chevy Show events slated for 2013 will be held at Texas Motorplex, May 4, 2013. The Super Chevy Show is a celebration of one of America’s most popular brands. The Motorplex will be filled with a car show, swap meet, car corral, kid’s activities area and of course, drag racing with the region’s top bracket racers as well as other family-fun entertainment.

Participant gates open 7 a.m., spectator gates open 8 a.m.; Car show judging seminar 10:30 a.m.; Time trials start at 10 a.m.; Music and BBQ 1-3 p.m.; Car show awards 3:30 p.m. Parking is free for Super Chevy Show. Tickets start at $5 and children 12 and under are free.

Go to www.texasmotorplex.com to register for all of the event categories: Saturday Test-n-tune: $35, Fast GM (Electronics): $70 ($1,200 to win), Quick GM (No E): $70 ($1,000 to win),Car Show (judged class): $25, Show & Shine (not-judged):  $25, Heads Up Index (11, 12, 13): $40 ($200 to win each class, $50 R/U), 5th Gen Camaro Shootout: $35, Corvette Showdown: $35, Tuff Trucks: $25, True Street GM: $40 ($250 to win), Car Corral: $25, Swap Meet: $25.

Texas Motorplex was the first all-concrete stadium-style drag racing facility ever constructed. Built in 1986, Texas Motorplex has been the place of many drag racing milestones and world record performances. The Billy Meyer-owned facility hosts a number of racing and car show events between March and November each year and also features the Champion’s Club – an 11,000 square-foot facility – that serves fully catered events throughout the year.

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