We thought this season had all the makings of breakthrough year. Bob Brooks [CEO of Hooters of America, Inc.] created this series to give racers of varying backgrounds a chance to compete in a quality-run, national touring series. And I believe that his vision has become a reality this season.

We're going to bring some of the best short-track racers in the country to one of the finest short tracks in the country. The pairing couldn't be better.

The rookie class of 2005 may be the best group of rookies we've ever seen. Whether they go on to win Pro Cup titles like Clay and Shane, or win at higher levels like Vickers and Wood, remains to be seen, but they've got the potential to become household names in the racing world.

Our goals are to expand the Hooters Pro Cup Series into another division in the near future. This race will be a perfect way to showcase our product to Midwestern fans on a grand stage and possibly lay the groundwork for a Midwest division.

Sunoco has been a great partner through the years. They have always provided our drivers with a good product, and we're happy to see this partnership continue for a 10th year.

The generosity of the people in this community have surpassed my expectations. So the least I can do is give back.

Companies are under desperate pressure to shed these operations.

Mailers are sensing that customers are ordering later and later, and responding by putting more catalogs in the mail at the beginning of December.

Tracks like Iowa Speedway are not built every day. It's going to be a state-of-the-art facility.