CNS Staff, Author at Colorado National Speedway

UPDATE – Season Delay Extended

Posted on April 27, 2020 by CNS Staff

To our CNS Faithful, We regret to inform you that per Governor Polis’ latest executive action, the Speedway will be unable to reopen for racing through May 27. Executive Order D 2020 044 – signed April 26, 2020 prohibits public gatherings of ten (10) persons or more in both public spaces and private commercial venues. Unfortunately, that’s us. Rest assured that we are doing absolutely everything we can to be ready to race when the panic subsides. Although we don’t…

Kelly Villers

Posted on March 19, 2020 by CNS Staff

Colorado National Speedway was saddened today to learn of the passing of one of our great competitors, Kelly Villers. Kelly was best known here as a Train Driver, and in addition to being a fierce competitor on the track, was committed to making racing as fun and exciting as possible for fans young and old. We will greatly miss his witty personality and competitive spirit. Rest Easy, Friend.

NASCAR Weekly Racing Series Statement

Posted on March 18, 2020 by CNS Staff

Track Owners/Operators, Yesterday NASCAR and ARCA announced in official statements that all race events were postponed through May 3rd in accordance with safety protocols recommended by the CDC. We have received numerous questions in regards to the NASCAR Weekly Racing Series and expectations for our weekly track owners and operators. We are extending this policy from our National Series all the way through our NASCAR Weekly Racing Series. NASCAR is mandating that there are not to be any NASCAR sanctioned…

INEX Sanctioning Postponement

Posted on March 18, 2020 by CNS Staff

To all INEX members, INEX Sanctioned Racetracks, INEX Inspectors & US Legends Dealers: The health & safety of our competitors, INEX members, INEX Inspectors, US Legends dealers & track crew is our main priority in these times of uncertainty. Due to the recent & changing restrictions on group gatherings, INEX will postpone sanctioning of any Legend Car or Bandolero event beginning today, March 18th, through (at least) May 3rd. We anticipate resuming INEX sanctioning on Friday, May 8th (unless unforeseen…

Start of Racing Season Delayed.

Posted on March 17, 2020 by CNS Staff

Hello everyone, The NASCAR home office in Daytona informed us today that no sanctioned racing events will be permitted until May 3rd, 2020. For those of you following the story, this should come as no surprise. What you should know is that we are committed to going racing this summer, and really do look forward to opening just as soon as they allow us. Folks, we know this sucks. Please stay safe and healthy, and know that your racetrack will…

March 14th Practice Session Canceled

Posted on March 12, 2020 by CNS Staff

Practice for March 14th has been canceled. The current forecast has rain and snow falling all day Friday and into the wee hours of Saturday morning, and that kind of moisture makes for very poor practice conditions. We felt it best to make the call early, so that all of you can make alternate plans as soon as possible. Now, onto the elephant in the room. As many of you know, there is currently a great deal of drama surrounding…

CNS’s Kody Vanderwal Set to Make Xfinity Series debut

Posted on March 3, 2020 by CNS Staff

Kody Vanderwal, 19, will be making his NASCAR rookie Xfinity Series debut for Jimmy Means Racing, driving the No. 52 car. Vanderwal, who has two wins in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series West — will make his Series debut at Phoenix Raceway in the fourth race of the year. The decision to step up to the NASCAR Xfinity Series came late in December when Jimmy Means Racing reached out and asked Vanderwal if he would be interested in racing for…

First Draft Rules Feedback

Posted on January 6, 2020 by CNS Staff

We are looking for positive feedback along with proposed solutions in regard to the first draft of the 2020 rules that were posted last week. We will be making adjustments based on this feedback as soon as this weekend so it is important that you get your solutions sent to tech@coloradospeedway.com as soon as possible. Thank you and let’s work together to make the 2020 season the best one ever.

2020 Colorado National Speedway Schedule

2020 Schedule Released

Posted on December 27, 2019 by CNS Staff

The 2020 Colorado National Speedway schedule has been announced. While the schedule is still tentative it features three practice dates in March and the racing starts in April with four events. May has three regular events and three special events featuring the North American Big Rigs and a two day Memorial Day race with fireworks on the 23rd and 24th. June starts with the ARCA 150 formerly the NASCAR K&N Series West show. June will also have the annual Father’s…

Driver Feedback Requested for 2020 Season.

Posted on December 2, 2019 by CNS Staff

Colorado National Speedway is committed to making sure the rules packages are the best they can be for the race teams as well as putting on a great show for the fans. Therefore we want your feedback! If you are a driver or team owner at CNS please send your constructive feedback and suggestions to tech@coloradospeedway.com so that we can consider implementing them for the 2020 season. We need this feedback submitted by Friday December 6th. Thank you in advance…