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Version #6 January 10, 2019
2019 DIRTcar Nationals
Frequently Asked Questions
Ticket Hotline: (844) DIRTTIX
DIRTcarNationals.com
Q: What are the DIRTcar Nationals?
A. The 2019 DIRTcar Nationals is the 48th running of Volusia Speedway Park’s showcase event, a 12-night
extravaganza of DIRTcar racing featuring the nation’s four premier short-track racing divisions: the World of
Outlaws Sprint Car Series, the World of Outlaws Morton Buildings Late Model Series, the Super DIRTcar Series
Big-Block Modifieds, and the DIRTcar UMP Modifieds, alongside the All Star Circuit of Champions Sprint Cars and
the DIRTcar Late Models. Each of the 12 nights is a doubleheader with a complete show of heat races, last chance
showdowns and features for two divisions. Plus, the DIRTcar Nationals midway offers an enhanced experience
with an incredible variety of food and merchandise vendors from across the nation.
Q: When and where will the DIRTcar Nationals take place?
A. The 12 nights run February 5th through 16th at Volusia Speedway Park, just minutes west of
I-95 and Daytona, and east of Barberville on State Road 40 in De Leon Springs. The physical address of the
speedway is: 1500 East State Road 40, De Leon Springs, FL 32130
Q: Where can I purchase DIRTcar Nationals tickets in advance?
A. Select your own seats in real time online at DIRTcarNationals.com. Tickets are available by phone at the
DIRTcar Racing box office at (844) DIRT-TIX.
Q: Can I buy my tickets the day of show?
A. Yes. Tickets will be sold throughout the entire 12-day event, but the only way to guarantee your preferred seat
and section is by purchasing reserved seats in advance. You also save money when purchasing your tickets in
advance because reserved seat pricing is $3 more on the day of the show.
Q: What sections are designated as reserved seating at Volusia Speedway Park?
A. Reserved seating offers the best and highest seats in the house.
Q: How much are advanced reserved seat tickets at Volusia Speedway Park for DIRTcar Nationals?
A • Tuesday, February 5 – $20 GA, $25 Reserved (DIRTcar UMP Modifieds & Sprint Car Open Practice)
• Wednesday, February 6 – $29 GA, $35 Reserved (All Star Circuit of Champions Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP
Modifieds)
• Thursday, February 7 – $29 GA, $35 Reserved (All Star Circuit of Champions Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP
Modifieds)
• Friday, February 8 – $39 GA, $45 Reserved (World of Outlaws Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
• Saturday, February 9 – $39 GA, $45 Reserved (World of Outlaws Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
• Sunday, February 10 – $39 GA, $39 Reserved (World of Outlaws Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
• Monday, February 11 – $35 GA, $40 Reserved (DIRTcar Late Models & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
• Tuesday, February 12 – $35 GA, $40 Reserved (DIRTcar Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modifieds)
• Wednesday, February 13 – $39 GA, $45 Reserved (World of Outlaws Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-
Block Modifieds)
• Thursday, February 14 – $39 GA, $45 Reserved (World of Outlaws Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block
Modifieds)
• Friday, February 15 – $39 GA, $45 Reserved (World of Outlaws Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block
Modifieds)
• Saturday, February 16 – $39 GA, $45 Reserved (World of Outlaws Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block
Modifieds
* Reserved seats are $3 more day of show.
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MONEY SAVING SUPER-VALUE PACKAGES AVAILABLE!
Week #1:
DIRTcar UMP Modifieds and All-Star Sprints 3-Day Package (Feb. 5-7) - $75 GA, $89 Reserved
DIRTcar UMP Modifieds and World of Outlaws Sprint Cars 3-Day Package (Feb. 8-10) - $100 GA, $119
Reserved
Week #2:
DIRTcar Late Models and Modifieds 3-Day Package (Feb. 11-13) - $100 GA, $109 Reserved
Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modified 5-Day Package - $159 GA, $189 Reserved
World of Outlaws Late Models 4-Day Package - $139 GA, $159 Reserved
World of Outlaws Late Models and Super DIRTcar Series Modifieds 3-Day Package (Feb. 14-16) - $100
GA, $119 Reserved
Q: What seats are designated as general admission at Volusia Speedway Park for DIRTcar Nationals?
A. All seats below the top ten rows of Sections 5 through Sections 15, plus any additional bleacher seats are
general admission (GA).
Q: If I purchase general admission tickets, am I allowed to save my seat prior to the start of the night’s event?
When can I enter Volusia Speedway Park to save my seat? How many days can I save my seat for?
A. You are allowed to save your seat prior to the start of each night’s event. Gates to the facility open at noon
each day. Each night all saved seats will be removed from the bleachers.
Q: How much are general admission tickets at Volusia Speedway Park for DIRTcar Nationals?
A. Tuesday, February 5 – $20 (DIRTcar UMP Modifieds & Sprint Car Open Practice)
Wednesday, February 6 – $29 (All Star Circuit of Champions Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
Thursday, February 7 – $29 (All Star Circuit of Champions Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
Friday, February 8 – $39 (World of Outlaws Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
Saturday, February 9 – $39 (World of Outlaws Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
Sunday, February 10 – $39 (World of Outlaws Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
Monday, February 11 – $35 (DIRTcar Late Models & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
Tuesday, February 12 – $35 (DIRTcar Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modifieds)
Wednesday, February 13 – $39 (World of Outlaws Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modifieds)
Thursday, February 14 – $39 (World of Outlaws Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modifieds)
Friday, February 15 – $39 (World of Outlaws Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modifieds)
Saturday, February 16 – $39 (World of Outlaws Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modifieds)
Q: What is the age for discounted children’s tickets?
A. General admission tickets are free for children 14 and under. Reserved seats are discounted for ages 14 and
under. Prices are as follows:
Tuesday, February 5 – $10 (DIRTcar UMP Modifieds & Sprint Car Open Practice)
Wednesday, February 6 – $15 (All Star Circuit of Champions Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
Thursday, February 7 – $15 (All Star Circuit of Champions Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
Friday, February 8 – $20 (World of Outlaws Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
Saturday, February 9 – $20 (World of Outlaws Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
Sunday, February 10 – $20 (World of Outlaws Sprint Cars & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
Monday, February 11 – $18 (DIRTcar Late Models & DIRTcar UMP Modifieds)
Tuesday, February 12 – $18 (DIRTcar Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modifieds)
Wednesday, February 13 – $20 (World of Outlaws Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modifieds)
Thursday, February 14 – $20 (World of Outlaws Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modifieds)
Friday, February 15 – $20 (World of Outlaws Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modifieds)
Saturday, February 16 – $20 (World of Outlaws Late Models & Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modifieds)
Q: How much does a pit pass cost at Volusia Speedway Park?
A. Daily pit passes are $35 for DIRTcar members and $40 for non-members. Three-day pit pass packages are
available. Package prices are $100 for DIRTcar members and $120 for non-members. Dates of the packages are
Feb. 5-7, Feb. 8-10, Feb. 11-13 and Feb. 14-16. These packages may be purchased at dirtcarnationals.com.
Q: What is the age limit for the pit area at Volusia Speedway Park?
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A. There is no age limit for the pit area. Note that any person entering the pit area is no longer considered a
spectator but is now classified as a participant in the event. All participants under the age of 18 must have a fully
complete PARENTAL CONSENT, RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, AND
INDEMNITY AGREEMENT/MINOR'S ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY.
Q: What divisions will be participating at the 2019 DIRTcar Nationals?
A: The World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series, the premier winged 410 sprint car series in the world, featuring world
class drivers who compete more than 90 times a year across the United States and Canada. The Arctic Cat All-
Star Circuit of Champions Sprint Car Series, the top regional touring 410 sprint car series in the country with
some of the legendary names in sprint car racing. The DIRTcar UMP Modifieds, the most popular class of race
cars in the country, featuring side-by-side action and huge car counts. Several NASCAR competitors have
competed in DIRTcar UMP Modifieds the past few years during the DIRTcar Nationals, including Kenny Wallace,
Ken Schrader, Austin Dillon and Ty Dillon. The DIRTcar Late Models, powerful full-fendered stock cars popular
throughout the country that race for national points under nationwide DIRTcar sanctioning. The World of Outlaws
Late Model Series, the most powerful dirt late models in racing, featuring full-fendered stock cars and the biggest
names in the sport. The Super DIRTcar Series Big-Block Modifieds, 800-horsepower open-wheel modifieds
popular throughout the Northeastern United States and Eastern Canada, competing in some of racing’s biggest
annual events, including NAPA Super DIRT Week in Oswego, NY and the TEXTRON Off Road World of Outlaws
World Finals at The Dirt Track at Charlotte (NC) Motor Speedway.
Q: How do I get to Volusia Speedway Park?
A. The physical address for GPS directions is: 1500 E. State Road 40, De Leon Springs, FL, 32130.
If coming from I-95, use exit 268 and follow State Road 40 West for approximately 15 minutes, and the speedway
will be on your right.
Q: Where is the main entrance to Volusia Speedway Park located?
A. The main entrance to the grandstand area is located approximately in the center of the property. It is in between
the midway/vendor area and the speedway office. Access to all camping is located on the west side of the property.
Pit entrances are located at the Turns 1 and 4 areas of the Speedway.
Q: Where is the “Will Call” ticket window at Volusia Speedway Park?
A. The Will Call window is located at the main entrance gate, just east of the speedway office. A valid photo ID
will be required in order to pick up tickets.
Q: What radio station are the races broadcast on?
A. The races are broadcast on 88.1 FM.
Q: Where can I find accessible/handicap parking?
A. Accessible handicap parking is located outside of the main entrance to the grandstand area. A valid state-
issued handicap parking permit is required to park in this area.
Q: Can I bring my ATV?
A. One work area vehicle (ATV/Gator/Mule/RHINO or similar), per entry, work area vehicles must remain
in pit area.
B. If ATV/Golf Cart/ UTV/Mule is operated outside pit area or passes thru a gate, an ATV/Golf Cart Permit $40
is required.
Q: How much are parking & golf cart passes at Volusia Speedway Park for DIRTcar Nationals?Version #6 January 10, 2019
A. Daily general parking is free, and Pit/Infield parking is $40 per week (six-day increments). Hauler passes are
free with entry. Golf Cart/ATV passes cost $40 for the entire 12-day event. Golf Cart/ATV use is restricted to
the pit and general camping areas.
B. Tailgatoring: Individual event day parking is available at the Pit Gate for $15. This allows you to park in the
infield to watch the races and bring a cooler to enhance your tailgating experience. You must have an event
ticket for this experience.
C. You can rent Golf Carts from Mid Florida Golf Cars Deland Location at 2411 International Speedway Blvd.
Contact Whitney at 1-800-385-1385.
Q: Is there camping available at Volusia Speedway Park?
A. Volusia Speedway Park now offers Reserved Camping. Contact 844-DIRT-TIX or visit Dirtcarnationals.com to
reserve yours today. General Camping is also still available. General and reserved camping is still just $25 per
night. Any camping questions can be answered by the Volusia Speedway Park box office at (386) 985-4402. All
camping spaces are dry (no hookups).
Q: Where are the closest hotels and campgrounds to Volusia Speedway Park?
A. ***Please let these hotels and campgrounds know you are coming for the DIRTcar Nationals***
Preferred Hotel – Offering Volusia Speedway Park Rates
Hampton Inn & Suites: Palm Coast
150 Flagler Drive, Palm Coast, FL 32127; (386) 439-8999
30 minutes from Volusia Speedway Park –– Plenty of trailer parking
ASK FOR THE DIRTcar Nationals at Volusia Speedway RATE!
FREE EXPRESS START EXPANDED HOT BREAKFAST
OTHER AREA HOTELS
Quality Inn Bay Mont Inn Best Western Hampton Inn Ramada Inn
(386) 775-7444 Ormond Beach Daytona Beach Ormond Beach Daytona Speedway
Ask for DIRTcar (386) 672-3675 (386) 258-6333 (386) 677-9999 (800) 352-2722
Discount!
RACER FRIENDLY CAMPGROUNDS
St. John’s River Campground – Astor Highland Park Fish Camp – DeLand Riviera Resort & Marina – DeLand
(386) 749-3995 (386) 734-2334 (386) 822-5662
Tropical Resort & Marina – DeLand Parramores Camp & Family Resort –
(386) 734-3080 Astor
(386) 749-2721
Q: What are the closest airports?Version #6 January 10, 2019
A. Daytona International Airport (DAB) is located just off the backstretch of Daytona International Speedway in
Daytona Beach, FL. It is approximately 25 minutes from Volusia Speedway Park. Orlando-Sanford Regional
Airport (SFB) is approximately 35 minutes from Volusia Speedway Park. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is
approximately than 65 minutes from Volusia Speedway Park.
Q: What is the daily schedule of events for DIRTcar Nationals?
A. Tentative & Subject to Change
10:00 a.m. Pit gates open/team entry/transporter parking
1:00 p.m. Pit pass sales begin (*12 noon on February 5 & 11)
Will Call window opens
3:00 p.m. Pit areas secured/credentials & pit passes required
4:40 p.m. Grandstand/Fan Zone/Midway secured
5:00 p.m. Grandstand gates open
5:30 p.m. Fan Pit Pass gate opens
6:00 p.m. Hot Laps followed by Qualifying
7:20 p.m. Opening Ceremonies
7:30 p.m. Racing
Q: How can I meet the drivers during DIRTcar Nationals?
A. Every adult ticket includes a FREE Fan Pit Pass that allows you entry into the pit area throughout the evening.
Once the grandstand gates open, you will enter the main entry gate and get your ticket stubbed. Then you
will go to the Fan Pit Pass redemption center, sign the waiver and get your wristband for pit access. The Fan
Pit Pass gate opens each day at 5:30 p.m.
Q: Will the pits be open after the races during DIRTcar Nationals?
A. Yes! The pit areas will be open following the feature events each night so you can meet your favorite driver.
When possible, the pit areas will be opened upon the completion of the night’s first feature.
Q: Are there any ATMs at Volusia Speedway Park?
A. Yes. An ATM is located under the main grandstand near the main beer concession.
Q: Are coolers permitted at Volusia Speedway Park?
A. Volusia Speedway Park allows only small six-pack coolers in the grandstands. Alcohol cannot be brought into
the grandstand or pit area per regulations. No glass containers are allowed anywhere on the Volusia Speedway
Park property.
Q: What do we do if we have an emergency?
A. Emergencies during an event should be reported to any security officer, or employee in “Staff” or “Official”
attire. If it is after hours or overnight, please call 911 for assistance.
Q: Where can I buy event souvenirs and merchandise for my favorite driver?
A. The midway and vendor row behind the grandstand, and at driver trailers after the races.
Q: Is there a “Lost and Found” dropoff and pickup location?
A. Lost and found items should be dropped off at the Volusia Speedway Park main office.
Q: Is the event broadcast online, on radio or TV?
A. The events will be available online via DIRTVision, with free audio and pay-per-view video at DIRTVision.com.
Q: Will church services be held on Sunday morning?
A. The main grandstand area is available on Sunday, February 10 at 11 a.m. for church service.
Q: Who do I call if I have not received my tickets yet?
A. All tickets have been mailed unless you have requested they be held at the “Will Call” window. New orders are
processed daily. If you have not received your purchase, please call World Racing Group’s main office, located
in Concord, NC, at (704) 795-7223. In order for us to help you as efficiently and quickly as possible, please have
the following information available: account or order number; email address (if purchased online); payment
information; seat selection. We will get your question(s) answered as soon as possible to the best of our ability.
Your satisfaction as a valued supporter of dirt racing is our first priority.
Q: Is there someone I can contact to ask questions?
A. You can call the Volusia Speedway Park office at (386) 985-4402. You can also call World Racing Group’s
main office, located in Concord, NC, at (704) 795-7223.
Q: How can my company get involved through sponsorship, display or group ticket packages?Version #6 January 10, 2019
A. For any companies interested in becoming a part of one of the biggest events in DIRTcar racing, please contact
Jeff Hachmann at (315) 283-3367 or jhachmann@dirtcar.com.
Q: We are racing. Who do we contact with a competition, mechanical, procedural or rule question?
A. DIRTcar UMP Modifieds and Late Models: Sam Driggers – (704) 467-7786 or sdriggers@dirtcar.com
All Star Circuit of Champions Sprint Cars: Owen Fritz – (217) 832-2308 or information@allstarsprint.com
World of Outlaws Sprint Cars: Carlton Reimers – (704) 467-7642 or creimers@dirtcar.com
Super DIRTcar Series: Dean Reynolds – (315) 391-6965 or dreynolds@dirtcar.com
World of Outlaws Late Models: Matt Curl – (309) 532-7862 or mcurl@dirtcar.com
Q: Do drivers need to register for the event?
A. Yes. All drivers need to file an Official Entry Form and register for the event. Forms are available at
DIRTcarNationals.com and DIRTcarMembers.com. Additional driver information packets will be available
closer to the event and will be emailed to pre-entries and posted on the web sites.
Q: Does a driver have to be a DIRTcar member to race?
A. Yes! You must be a DIRTcar Member to race. Membership applications are available at DIRTcarMembers.com,
Volusia Speedway Park and/or at any DIRTcar-sanctioned track.
Q: Can we have packages or items shipped to Volusia Speedway?
A. Items are received and stored at the main office. Please include your name and car number in the
contact/attention information. Please check in with the staff to sign for and receive your package. Packages should
be shipped to:
Volusia Speedway Park
ATTN: YOUR NAME/CAR #
1500 East State Road 40
De Leon Springs, FL 32130
(386) 985-4402
Q: How and when can the haulers park?
A. ***ANY HAULER THAT IS OVER 9’6” IN HEIGHT WILL NOT BE PERMITTED IN THE INFIELD***
Concrete Pads – Call: (386) 985-4402
***PLEASE LEAVE CELL # ON DASH OF HAULER WHEN LEAVING HAULER IN STAGING AREA***
Every race team hauler will be issued one “Hauler” permit at no charge. All other vehicles must purchase a
Pit/Infield permit for pit access. Infield access is available for any vehicle with permit and less than 9’6” in height.
Sprint Car Teams and DIRTcar UMP Modified Teams – PLEASE LEAVE CELL # ON DASH
• Hauler parking takes place on Monday, February 4th from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m.
• Pit passes will go on sale at 12 p.m. (noon) on Tuesday, February 5th
• Line-up will be at pit gate
Late Model Teams – PLEASE LEAVE CELL # ON DASH
• Arriving any time during week prior to end of races Sunday, February 10th must stage in kart track area
• Arriving after races Sunday, February 10th staging will be on pit entrance road
• Parking will begin from kart track area first on Monday morning after 10 a.m.
• Any Late Model team “dropping” in general parking lot anytime Sunday will be the last to enter
• Pit passes will go on sale at 12 p.m. (noon) on Monday, February 11th
• All Late Model haulers will be parked outside the racetrack in the Turn 1/Turn 2 pit area with overflow
parking towards the Gator Pond area
Super DIRTcar Series Big-Blocks Modifieds – PLEASE LEAVE CELL # ON DASH
• Arriving prior to 11:59 p.m. on Monday, February 11th will be staged in kart track area
• Arriving after 11:59 p.m. on Monday, February 11th will be staged on pit entrance road
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Hauler Pit Tickets
Staging Passes Will Call
Camping
Q: When can concession, merchandise and a souvenir vendor load-in?
A. The Fan Zone and Midway will be open for load-in beginning at 9 a.m. on Monday, February 4th and will be
secured that day at 5 p.m. For the remaining DIRTcar Nationals schedule, it will open daily for vendors at 9 a.m.,
will close for vehicle load-in at noon and will be secured at 4:40 p.m. Sprint Car vendors must exit Fan Zone,
Midway and Parking Lots following their final event on Sunday to make room for Late Model hauler and vendor
load-in on Monday morning.
Q: What is the procedure for requesting promoter/official/speedway credentials?
A. The principal promoter and one guest of a 2019 DIRTcar or World of Outlaws-sanctioned speedway should
submit credential requests through their DIRTcar Regional Director or World of Outlaws National Series Director
via email no later than January 25, 2019.
Q: What is the procedure for requesting media credentials?
A. All media requests should be submitted online at DIRTcarMedia.com. Media members must register upon
their first visit, then can select to request credentials. Credentials must be requested no later than January 25,
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