It seems like we were just in Vegas broadcasting from the Pacific Street Car Association’s Street Car Supernationals, and already teams are testing and getting ready for the upcoming 2012 PSCA season. With the recent announcement that Hughes Performance will once again be the title sponsor of PSCA’s baddest class, Pro Street, as well as the Hughes Performance California Nationals in Fontana, the PSCA isn’t sitting still, and either are their racers. Maggio Motorsports is already chomping at the bit for the start of the 2012 season, which starts in Las Vegas on February 17th. After winning the 2011 PSCA Hughes Performance Pro Street Championship at the Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway at the end of last season, we can’t imagine Maggio being apprehensive at returning. Hell, throw the same tuneup in it and let go of the clutch. Maggio’s PSCA Championship win was a big deal for the team, and not the only big accomplishment for their year. Will 2012 be as good for the Maggio Motorsports team?
Here’s what they think…
Maggio Motorsports Plans For an Even Bigger ’12 PSCA
Season
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LAS VEGAS — It’s hard for a race team to have higher expectations for the 2012 Pacific Street Car Association series when the ’11 season ended with them hoisting the PSCA Pro Street championship, but that’s exactly what Maggio Motorsports is planning. A year that saw the San Dimas, Calif.-based team earn a Wally by winning the WCOPMA/NHRA Division 7 drags at Infineon Speedway in Somona, Calif. by setting a new ET record (5.849 seconds) as well as the speed record record (251.91 mph), set PSCA records for ET and speed twice (currently 5.973 seconds and 245.54 mph, respectively), earn the 2011 Super Chevy championship at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, and be featured on the cover of Drag Illustrated in July is a season to remember.
“Looking back on the Maggio Motorsports 2011 season is a true pleasure,” Maggio Motorsports Owner Mike Maggio said. “We have so much to be thankful for and proud of.”
But the Maggios plan on making new memories starting Feb. 17-19 at the PSCA opener at The Strip.
Every good driver has a great crew behind them and Maggio Motorsports is no different. Kirk Kuhns, Martin Charles, Wade Maggio, Hugo Sanchez, Josh Rowley, Bill Kuhns, Renee Parker, Bob Spriggs , Roger Dinsmore, Gavin Watt and Ryan Rabe make up the core of this championship team and Mike knows there would be no glory in the Winner’s Circle without the hard work and dedication put forth by his dedicated team.
“Their personal dedication to the team and constant hard work has been instrumental in making this season one for the record books,” Maggio said. “I truly enjoy working with each and every one of them. Each one has contributed their individual talents to make one amazing team.
“I want to thank their families as well, because without their support and sacrifice, our team would suffer and they all deserve to be recognized as honorary crew members of Maggio Motorsports.”
The Maggio Motorsports’ ’70 Camaro, built by Chris Duncan Race Cars with a BAE motor, is sponsored by Magco Drilling, Inc., Lucas Oil, Hoosier Tire, Crower Clutches, JE Pistons, Local Speed Shop, Mait, MC Automotive, Ice Chest Toppers, EPPS, MCM Enterprises, Inc., and Outlaw Studio Equipment.
In addition to their crew and sponsors, Maggio Motorsports also wants to thank PSCA President Mel Roth, the Las Vegas Motor Speedway Fire and Rescue, their families, their competition, and most importantly, the best racing fans in the world. “We appreciate you more than you could ever know,” Maggio said. “We love hearing from you, especially your cheers from the across the track.”
For more information on Maggio Motorsports, visit them on the Webat MaggioMotorsports.com, on their official page on Facebook, and on Twitter at Twitter.com/MaggioMtrsports.
Fans of the Pacific Street Car Association can find updates and photos of PSCA racers and events by checking out PSCARacing.com, Twitter.com/PSCARacing, and Facebook.com/PSCARacing. Videos of PSCA drag racing action can be found at YouTube.com/PSCARacing.
Racers can visit the PSCA’s official page on Facebook to find the 2012 class rules.
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About the Pacific Street Car Association:
Entering into its 13th season, the Pacific Street Car Association, based in Las Vegas, has been a staple of West Coast drag racing since its inception. With seven heads-up classes, four bracket classes, and three index classes, the PSCA provides some of the best racing in the country for both fans and racers. The PSCA season is capped off by its Street Car Super Nationals at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, now in its eighth year.
