A great time: Ethanol Night at the Races at Junction Motor Speedway

Race fans came out in droves to enjoy some summertime racing at Junction Motor Speedway in McCool Junction June 25. Fans were treated to an added bonus of learning more about ethanol.

The Blue River Corn Growers, Clay County Corn Growers, Hamilton County Corn Growers and York County Corn Growers sponsored the exciting night in racing. Members of all four corn grower associations were provided a complimentary ticket to enjoy the races, and to help tell the story of Nebraska’s corn farmers and the benefits of ethanol.

As fans entered the track they were greeted by members of the corn grower associations who handed out American Ethanol can coolers and miniature American Ethanol green flags for the kids. The Nebraska Corn Board parade trailer was on display telling fans of the many efficiencies of corn and ethanol production.

In addition, a blender pump was displayed so fans could learn more about the many different ways they can use ethanol in their vehicles. Friesen Chevrolet of Sutton was generous enough to bring out a flex fuel Chevy Tahoo and Chevy Impala for fans to see vehicles that burn up to 85% ethanol.

The racing action got underway at 7 pm and the conditions appeared perfect for some exciting racing. The SLMR super late models were in town and put on a great show. Throughout the races members of the corn growers association and staff provided the crowd with information on the ethanol industry.

“It was great to have an opportunity to tell fans about the ethanol industry. Racing fans know the value of having a high performance fuel, and that is exactly what ethanol is. Fans were told of the many benefits of ethanol, including the fact that it is made right here in Nebraska by their friends and neighbors,” said Mat Habrock, field services director of the Nebraska Corn Growers Association.

The next Ethanol Night at the Races? July 10 at Dawson County Raceway in Lexington!

The SLMR super late models will again be a part of the racing program that is being sponsored by the Custer County Corn Growers, Dawson County Corn Growers and the South Central Corn Growers. Gates open at 5:00 with races starting at 6:30 pm. Come out for a great time!