Thorold, Ontario – In about 65 days, Merrittville Speedway’s 65th consecutive season will take a huge step forward with the Annual Race Car Show at the Pen Centre (March 14th to 20th) before closing the month at the Seaway Mall from March 31st to April 3rd.

Lucas Oil Weekly Racing Series Teams wishing to display their cars or karts during either event are reminded that that Drivers must be current Merrittville Members to be eligible for the Entrance Draw at the end of February.

“The perfect day to register would be at the Bicknell Racing Products Open House January 16th which is our Winter Office,” said (Merrittville GM) Erica Bicknell-Jones, “we’re also open during business hours Monday to Friday and in the near future we’ll be announcing a Membership and Q&A Day to beat the March 1st deadline!”

Lucas Oil Weekly Racing Series Race Teams have a number of options for the coming season – including the Driver VIP Passes for those that achieved 75% Attendance in 2015. Drivers in the Van Raine Construction 4 Cylinder Division can purchase their VIP Passes for $225.00 while for the Rev’s Full Throttle Powersports Modified Lites, Hoosier Stocks, Rick’s Delivery Sportsman and Pinty’s Delicious Foods 358 Modifieds – the cost is $275.00.

Pit Season Passes are also available for $375.00 which includes a Merrittville Membership until March 1st when it becomes $400.00. Memberships are available at any time for $75.00 which will provide Drivers and Crew Members with a savings on admissions weekly.

Drivers must be current Merrittville Speedway Members to receive Point Fund and any other awards at the end of the season.

For 2016 rookie drivers looking to get a head start in 2016 – limited space is available in the Pete Bicknell Driving School and BRP Chassis Seminar set for Saturday April 9th. Fees for Drivers are $400.00 while for individual Crew Members – registration is $75.00.

Race Fans can save more than $100.00 in purchasing either one of two Grandstand Season Ticket options in 2016.

General Admission Grandstand Season Tickets for Adults are $265.00 and Youth from 13 to 18 and Seniors 60 are $245.00 while Reserved Grandstand Season Tickets are $295.00 and $265.00 respectively.

“Since the conclusion of last season we have had incredible interest in the 2016 Season,” revealed Bicknell-Jones, “with a Season Ticket … race fans are sure to enjoy some favorite events and new twists from start to finish as we celebrate our 65th consecutive season!”

Race Fans and Race Teams should note that Season Tickets, Memberships and Season Passes require a photo of the pass holder. Photos can be taken at time of purchase or for gifts – other arrangements can be made.

Merrittville Speedway’s Winter Office is located at Bicknell Racing Products – 117 Cushman Road in St. Catharines with the BRP Open House set for Saturday January 16th starting at 9 AM.

Merrittville Speedway’s Winter Office Hours are Monday to Thursday from 9:00 to 5:00 and on Fridays from 9:00 to 4:30. To reach by phone call 905-685-7223 or via e mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

For all the news on Merrittville Speedway’s 65th Consecutive Season in 2016 – visit www.merrittvillespeedway.com. Race fans and Race teams alike can follow Merrittville on Face Book (Facebook.com/Merrittville Speedway) and Twitter (Twitter.com/Merrittville

MERRITTVILLE SPEEDWAY SPONSORS The 2015 64th Anniversary Lucas Oil Weekly Racing Series for Merrittville Speedway’s 5 Divisions was brought to race fans and racers by division sponsors – Pinty’s Delicious Foods, Rick’s Delivery, Rev’s Full Throttle Powersports, Hoosier Tire Canada and Van Raine Construction in addition to many marketing partners Visit them at . http://www.merrittvillespeedway.com/sponsors.htm and visit them when you require their products and/or services.

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Race fans can look for Lucas Oil Products at their favourite automotive retailer or maintenance center including Drummond Home Hardware. KC Auto Parts, RCM Racing Equipment and Tim Phillips Garage.