Thorold, Ontario – When Archer Truck Service and Semenuk's Esso present May 31st's Lucas Oil Weekly Racing Series Event at Merrittville Speedway – the Turn 4 Collision Triple Crown Series Opener will be the featured event.

 

"What racing we have seen so far this season – three nights ... three different winners," informs (Merrittville GM) Erica Bicknell-Jones, " ... but really there are so many others that could take Round 1"

 

Tyler Lafantaisie is the defending Mini-Series Champion and has visited Victory Lane once already this season as have Dillan Sliter and most recently Rob Goulding.

 

Goulding leads the point standings currently – just 12 ahead of Evan Curtis who has yet to win this season Saturday Nights while taking 2 wins to date Sunday Nights at Humberstone.

 

Lafantaisie and Leroy Buscumb currently are tied for 3rd spot while Mike Sadusek and Jason Coutu are tied for 5th spot in the 2014 season long standings.

In winning the Mini Series last season, Lafantaisie won the first two rounds while Sliter took the finale.

 

The Inaugural Turn 4 Collision Triple Crown Champion in 2007 was Aaron Wiley who also won it in 2008 and 2010. Matt Deschamps (2008), Rob Overholt (2011) and Rocco Conte (2012) in addition to Lafantaisie in 2013 have also took home the Triple Crown Title.

 

Before or after the races you have to know too that you can get your fill of Gas ... Diesel or Propane at Semenuk's Esso – located just south of the track at the corner of Merrittville Highway and Hwy 20 at Turner's Corners.

 

Semenuk's Esso is one of the last remaining Full Service Gas Stations in the area – featuring Gas, Diesel and Propane at competitive prices. Having the closest ATM to the Speedway – it's the one stop to make on your way to the track ... on the way home and during the week as they carry many convenience items.

 

Archer Truck Services have been locally owned and operated since 1954 with locations in St. Catharines and Welland.featuring experienced and knowlegable staff serving your sales, service and parts needs.

 

Archer Truck Services are a franchise dealer for International Trucks and are members of the North American Idealease Network.

 

The St. Catharines location at 26 Dunkirk Road is open Monday to Friday until 11 PM and from 8 to 12 for Parts only while the 475 Prince Charles Drive South location in Welland is open Monday to Friday 8 AM to 9 PM.

 

Visit either Archer Truck Service location on line at http://www.archertruckcentres.com or call 905-685-6532 or 905-735-6661. After hours road side service is available by calling 905-651-9966. with 24 hour Emergency and Mobile Maintenance Services available.

 

Turn 4 Collision – title sponsor of the Mini Series and the division itself specializes in complete collision service for all makes and models in addition to minor repairs. Call 905-687-4142 for a free estimate or visit Turn 4 at Unit 51- 113 Cushman Road in St. Catharines.

 

The Archer Truck Service and Semenuk's Esso presentation of Round One of the Turn 4 Collision Triple Crown Series begins when the gates open at 5:30 with Show Time at 7:00 PM.

 

Merrittville Speedway is located at 2371 Merrittville Highway in Thorold. For directions click on http://www.merrittvillespeedway.com/directions.html or call 905-892-8266 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 63rd Consecutive Season in 2014 – 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).

 

Join us this season on a Saturday Night for a LUCAS OIL WEEKLY RACING SERIES EVENT featuring FIVE Divisions with local heroes and up and coming new stars. Make your plans ... call your friends and enjoy a staycation at the speedway with plenty of free parking and camping spots – a night at the races is so much fun and so close to home!

 

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MERRITTVILLE SPEEDWAY SPONSORS The 2014 63rd Anniversary Lucas Oil Weekly Racing Series for Merrittville Speedway's 5 Divisions was brought to race fans and racers by division sponsors – Bobcat of Hamilton, Rick's Delivery, J&S Heating and Air Conditioning, Hoosier Tire Canada and Turn 4 Collision 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.

 

Lucas Oil Products is one of the fastest growing additive lines in the consumer automotive industry featuring a premium line of oils, greases and problem-solving additives.

 

Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas Oil Products has established itself as the top selling additive in the industry.

 

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