The second round of the 2023 Thursday Thunder series was nothing short of intense as drivers competed for important points in the chase for a series championship.
Students at a Henry County elementary school will soon have a fun and unique way to get new books to read thanks to a collaboration between NASCAR Cup Series star Erik Jones, Speedway Children’s Charities (SCC) Atlanta, and Atlanta Motor Speedway.
Over 80 entrants made for an impressive field of drivers for opening night, scattered throughout the eight divisions: Chargers, Fr8Auctions Rookie Bandoleros, Bandits, Adrenalin Powersports Outlaws, The Associates Group Young Lions, Masters, Semi-Pro Legends, and WJP Investments Pro.
The Richard Childress Racing No. 29 Chevrolet that Kevin Harvick piloted to his first NASCAR Cup Series victory at Atlanta Motor Speedway will lead the field before the green flag drops for 400 miles of night racing on Sunday, July 9.
Fans with pre-race track access will have an opportunity to see this historic car ahead of Kevin Harvick’s final race at the Georgia track.
The event features the largest fireworks display on Atlanta’s Southside, preceded by live music, a display of classic cars, an appearance by NASCAR Cup Series racer Michael McDowell, and more.