Auto Racing in Massachusetts
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Robert_Vrabel]Robert Vrabel

When you think of Massachusetts attractions, you may not first think of auto racing. But there is a strong root of race fans in Massachusetts and the Seekonk Speedway has been providing thrills and excitement for fans since 1946 and today the 1/3 mile track is still family owned and operated. The Speedway is considered one of the most successful short tracks in the country and is also known as the "Action Track of the East" and the "Family Track to Fun".

The Speedway's season runs for 26 weeks beginning in May and ending in October with something for everyone in between. They offer several divisions of racing; the famous Pro Stocks, True Modifieds, NEMA Midgets, Late Models, Street Stocks and Sport Trucks. 2-day admission tickets are $25.00 for adults and $5.00 for children 12 and under. Special events scheduled at the Speedway throughout the year include Fireworks, Demolition Derbies, NEMA events, Monster Truck events, Pro Fours, Ford Focus and much more. Admission prices for special events vary with adult tickets starting at $15.00.

The Whip City Speedway in Westfield holds racing events every Saturday night from May to October. The 1/4 mile track is a clay oval. Your $12.00 adult admission will get you in to catch the best in Street Stocks, Modified Lites, Quad 4 Midgets, Mini-Sprints, Open Wheel Sprints and 250cc Youth to name a few. Pit passes are also available for $25.00.

If you prefer Competition Karts, you are in the right place. Kart races run on the inner track with a variety of divisions available by age, skill and weight. Divisions are; Novice, Junior, Lite, Heavy and Two-Stroke. Car enthusiast will enjoy exploring car history at the stunning Larz Auto Museum in Brookline. The museum is home to America's oldest car collection and is housed in a historical landmark building. For over 75 years the museum has provided exhibits, education tours and lectures to preserve the history of automobiles and how they influence our lives.

Events at the museum rotate occasionally and include the Volkswagen Van Day, Classic American Motorcycle Day, Swedish Car Day, European Motorcycle Day, German Cars and many more. They also hold several special exhibits during the year that include; Hot Rods, Custom Cars, Alternate Fuel, Trucks, and Foreign displays. American Muscle Cars Past and Present is one of the favorite displays at the museum with cars from 1911 to the most exotic modern models. Tickets start at $8.00 per person.

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