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A new focus and approach leads to a championship for Red Hot and Rollin!
In the summer of 2011, veteran Hot Rod Semi driver Dana Lindsey decided it was time for her to apply a new strategy to the sport she already knew so well. That strategy was to drive her prized Peterbilt like it should be, and not to let her nerves influence her driving! “In previous years, I have sat in the truck on the starting line and let nervousness force me into driving the truck differently than it should be. My ...
Read more2012 Class Rule Changes/Updates
Light Weight Super Stock Tractors #2B- V-8 engines are not permitted. Super Modified Tractors Change #5: All turbine powered tractors will be limited up to 9,460 horsepower rating including water rated as 10%. Pro-Stock 4x4 Trucks No Changes. 2.6 Diesel Trucks Drivers Suits follow Rule #1 under General Rules.All vehicles will have an air shut-off assembly. (Raincap or guillotine) 3.0 Diesel Trucks Rule #1 Change: Maximum weight 7800#. Minimum weight of 7200#.Rule #2 Trucks must remain stock appearing. Must have ...
Read moreMonkey Mayhem Makes History
The summer of 2011 was filled with many firsts for the Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League; it saw several new venues making their debut on the Champions Tour, six competitors claiming their first ever Champions Tour crown, but the most news worthy introduction was that of the Light Super Stock Class. In previous years the Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League had entertained the idea of hosting a few events with the Light Super Stocks but in 2011 the staff put together ...
Read moreShelton is head of the class!
A student is defined by Webster’s Dictionary as “one who studies: an attentive and systematic observer.” It is well known that to be a student, one must study, research and develop an approach to solve a problem or a question. In the time that Stan Shelton has been a competitor in the E-3 Sparkplug Modified Tractor class, no other title more adequately describes Stan than a student. Making the change from a seasoned and respected puller in the Rockstar Energy Drink two wheel ...
Read moreJuvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Pull has Venue Change
Features Editor, Linda Moody @ Daily Advocate - Greenville, Ohio ANSONIA, Ohio — The fifth annual Ohio State Championship Pull will be relocating to the Darke County Fairgrounds this year. Usually held at Eldora Speedway north of Rossburg, the event’s location is the only change in this year’s National Champions Tour Event at 7 p.m. on June 23, 2012. At the fairgrounds, there will be four national champions classes, two tracks, E-3 Sparkplug Super Modified Tractors, MAC Trailer Unlimited Super Stocks, Premier Crop ...
Read moreThe Runin Bare stands alone as the only repeat Champ!
In 2011, six Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League defending champions could not wait to arrive at the first Champions Tour event of the season to kick off their title defense. For some, the season began just like it had ended with several of the 2010 points winners taking top honors over the opening weekend and quickly casting their name in the mix for a potential repeat. Leaving Saluda, South Carolina, the defending MAC Trailer Unlimited Super Stock Champion Jeff Hirt couldn’t believe ...
Read moreBillet Binder wins Championship
In the summer of 2006, the Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League made its debut in the motorsports world when it hosted the inaugural Champions Tour event in Salem, Indiana. From that date, the Pro Pulling League has become a household name in the sport of truck and tractor pulling. Since the league’s inception, the Premier Crop Insurance Pro Stock tractor division has been swept by competitors driving John Deere Tractors. Though there have been several different brands of tractors in the winner’s circle ...
Read moreAir Dog Pumps Into PPL
Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League welcomes the newest Series sponsor, Air Dog, which helps strengthen the nucleus of business partnerships already in place. Air Dog was a class sponsor for the 2.6 & 3.0 Diesel trucks for the 2010 season. An overwhelming response to those two particular classes made it an obvious decision for Air Dog to choose an even bigger presence with Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League. Air Dog first approached the Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League during the ...
Read moreLucas Oil Pro Pulling League does it again in 2011!
The glitz and glam of Hollywood made it’s way to Indianapolis, Indiana on Saturday night for the Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League’s 2011 Awards Ceremony! More than four hundred attendees packed the grand ball room of the Hyatt Regency Downtown in the heart of the circle city. As the lights dimmed for the evening awards, a stunning Crash Gladys took the stage to kickoff her journey as the Master of Ceremonies. Gladys known for her bubbly personality, has become a pulling family ...
Read moreLucas Oil Pro Pulling League Melba King Scholarship (UPDATED)
2011 Melba King Scholarship now available. College students or High School Seniors in good standing, who are immediate family of a Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League member are eligible for the scholarships. Four (4) $750 scholarships will be presented at the Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League Banquet on October 22nd. Winners do not need to be present to apply or receive the scholarship. Please complete the form and the essay and send the submission to: Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League ...
Read moreLucas Oil Purchases MAVTV
Major Plans to Upgrade Cable Channel Programming & Expand Consumer Base Corona, CA, September 30, 2011 - Lucas Oil Products, Inc - the fastest growing Oil products company in the world announced today that it has purchased control of cable TV Network MAVTV as part of its ongoing expansion program. Lucas Oil will make a significant financial investment in MAVTV and has plans underway to improve both the quality of the programming and the value of the Network. Lucas Oil has ...
Read moreCBS Sports Spectacular to Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League Season Finale E3 Spark Plugs Nationals presented by General Tire Saturday, October 8th 2:00 PM EST
On Saturday, October 8th, at 2:00 PM EST. (11:00 AM PST.) don't miss the season finale of exciting Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League on CBS Sports. The E3 Spark Plugs Nationals presented by General Tirewill feature the Lucas Oil Speedway, in Wheatland, Missouri which hosted the season’s finale which included; E3 Spark Plugs Super Modified Tractors and highlights from Rockstar Super Modified 2-Wheel Drive Trucks, MAC Trailer Unlimited Super Stock Tractors, Speedco Modified 4X4 Trucks and Premier Crop Insurance 10,000# Pro-Stocks. The event weekend ...
Read more2011 Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League Banquet
The Black Tie affair will take place at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana on October 22, 2011 The Hyatt is centrally located in the heart of the city. Just a walking distance from the Lucas Oil Stadium, Circle Center Mall and within a mile of the Indianapolis Zoo, Children’s Museum, IMAXX Theatre and many more. The Hyatt Hotel is equipped with an indoor pool, whirlpool spa, sauna, cardiovascular and weight training equipment. The rooms have refrigerators, iron and ...
Read moreE3 Spark Plugs Pro Pulling Nationals presented by General Tire
One hundred thirty-four days is the period of time that has occurred this summer as four Champion Tour classes will converge on the magnificent Lucas Oil Speedway, in Wheatland, MO for one last season’s battle. The E3 Spark Plugs Pro Pulling Nationals presented by General Tire filmed for a CBS Sports Spectacular which will air on October 1st will undoubtedly leave you amazed. The action will sizzle as the MAC Trailer Unlimited Super Stock Tractors, Speedco Modified 4X4 Trucks, Premier ...
Read moreAugust 26th - 28th Event Details
Please view the details on this PDF here COMPETITORS:ALL COMPETITORS MUST ENTER THROUGH BACK GATE and USE MEMBERSHIP CARD.
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