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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Charity Truckers 200 Raises $12, 374.00 for the Helmick Family
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
C.A.R.S. Media
Jerry Maxson, representing the firefighters in a check presentation, a part of the funds raised to assist Kaleigh.
The 2nd Annual Charity Truckers 200 presented by Biscayne Roofing, that ran last weekend at Orlando Speedworld, has raised $12,374.00 for Kaleigh, Bob and Misty Helmick, according to event organizer Rick Bristol.
Racers from around the state in several different divisions or forms of racing came together to raise money for this family with many great sponsors helping to make it possible. Weather put a little twist into the event, leading to some delays and cutting short the program. But as Bristol pointed out, he crews, drivers, officials and fans fought through it to accomplish the mission.
"I really am just beside myself as to the overwhelming support, that the racers, official, crews and fans showed for this event. Bristol said after the event. "It really is becoming a huge deal, and that is what I prayed for since the inception of the first one." stated Promoter Rick Bristol.
The fans turned out even with the overcast weather. When the rains did come, interupting the on track autograph session, fans spent the time makign new aqauintences, enjoying the Sprint Car Simulators and the display of Daytona Antique Auto Racers cars.
"So many folks showed so much support, when I was stressing they just said it will be ok, Rick. I know for many, things did not go well, but for the most part everyone showed great professionalism and handled things well." Stated Bristol.
There were some parts of the well planned program that were not able to happen due to the rain.
Bristol explained, "I really apologize to the folks that were left without the opening ceremonies and the proper thank you's. I really wanted to get to thank them all for what they did. I have tried to convey that message after the event and through e-mails and posts, I am so very grateful and appreciative to all of them and words alone do not do justice to the way they have touched my heart and the heart of the Helmick's and the Hopkins families. There were also some things left out of the program and I promise that will be fixed next year. I had folks donate money to both families. We have collected $987.00 for the Hopkins family as well, because of some awesome people. I will round it up and be sending them $1,000 for a nice Christmas".
 The wheels arre already spinning for the 3rd addition of the Charity Trtuckers 200 for 2008 and some changes and surprises will begin being announced hopefully by the end of January. Last year $6,584.00 was raised for the Hopkins Family, this year $12,374.00 for the Helmick's and $1000.00 for the Hopkins.
Bristol said, "In two events just short of $20,000 has been raised and race drivers, crews, officials and fans should be proud to be able to help those in need, you have done well, and are to be thanked."
Bristol imparted a special Holiday message for the fans, drivers and others who supporteed the event this year: "I again say thanks to all from the bottom of my heart, I pray God Blesses everyone that had a part in this, and I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May 2008 be a great year for all. I am praying God gives the Helmick's a miracle for Kaleigh. I am so grateful for what he has done for Tommy, I serve a great God" !
Be watching for details of the 3rd Annual Charity Truckers 200, and what family will be assisted in 2008.
Thanks again to all who helped Rick Bristol and to all who helped the Helmick's. More information is available at the C.A.R.S. Racer Marketing website .
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DAK Simulations Joins to Help Charity Truckers 200
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
C.A.R.S. Motorsports & Racer Marketing
 Orlando FL. 12-5-2007 - Dak Simulations has joined many other great people and companies to help raise money for the Helmick family recipients of proceeds from this years Charity Truckers 200.
The web site at www.daksimulations.com had all the information on this great deal for race fans. They will have 4 Sprint car simulators set up behind the main grandstands at Orlando Speedworld during the Charity Truckers 200 Weekend. They will donate a portion of every ride purchased, to the Helmick family, to help little Kaleigh.
 "This will give folks plenty to do during the day while practices and all are going on. They will probably stay open after races for drivers, crews and all to have some fun also. They have 4 Sprint cars side by side and you can race a sprinter. We appreciate their offer to help, they just happened to be down here for a couple other event and saw the chance to help at the Charity, they have extended their stay so they can help" stated event promoter Rick Bristol.
Along with a ride along deal in a cup car , which you can see on www.carsracermarketing.com, and all the great racing this should be a great two days of action for all fans. December 14th & 15th at Orlando Speedworld don't miss it, be there !
David Starr has to cancel planned appearence at Charity Truckers 200 !
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Change in teams leads to unfortunate change in planned appearance !
C.A.R.S. Motorsports & Racer Marketing
Orlando FL. 11-28-07 - Nascar Craftsman series driver David Starr who just recently resigned with Red Horse racing to drive the #11 Toyota again in 2008, had to cancel his planned competition in the Charity Truckers 200. Starr competed this year as a teammate to Rick Crawford and Circle Bar racing, and has planned to compete in this year version of the Charity Truckers 200. With the return to the team he had such a good year with in 2006, comes sponsor and testing commitments that were already planned.
" I really hate to have to cancel my appearance at Rick Bristol's promoted Charity event, I enjoyed myself so much last year and really was looking forward to competing against Florida's top pro-truck drivers. I hope that everyone will remember the real reason you will be there and that is to help little Kaleigh and the Helmick family. I want you all to know we wish you all the best as you race and as you give of yourselves to help this family. My apologies again for having to cancel, I hope to be able to come to the 3rd Annual event schedule willing" stated David Starr.
" I hate to have to have to put this out, but know how bad David feels about this. David is excited to be back with Red Horse Racing and is looking forward to competing again in the #11 Toyota, but he feels very bad that these things came up and will keep him from coming. I know that the drivers, fans and crews will understand and will be there to support the Helmicks. I talked with David and could feel the concern in his voice, I assured him that we understood and appreciated his desire to help. David will also be getting married the first week of January, so he has a lot on his plate right now. I wish him the best in his new marriage and in his return to Red Horse and Toyota in 2008" said Bristol.
We hope everyone will come and support this great event, and the Helmick Family. If you have any questions or concerns you can reach Rick Bristol at 407-497-0448.
Prices on Raceivers & Transponders for event !
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Pro-Trucks $25.00 - For Both for the weekend, you must have them.
Spotters will wear the raceiver this year.
Must get when go thru tech, Friday morning.
Legends - $10.00 - Transponders only, you have the raceivers already.
Strictly Stocks - If we have a big field you will need a transponder
only, the charge for you will be only $1.
Raceiver will supply transponders to the other divisions if needed at no charge as these division have no purses at all. We will use them on the kids trucks for qualifying for sure, race will depend on truck count.
Thankyou to Brad Hockaday and Raceiver for helping us again. Brad may be testing a new product with us it sounds pretty neat. Any questions call Rick Bristol 407-497-0448.
Prices on Raceivers & Transponders for event !
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Pro-Trucks $25.00 - For Both for the weekend, you must have them.
Spotters will wear the raceiver this year.
Must get when go thru tech, Friday morning.
Legends - $10.00 - Transponders only, you have the raceivers already.
Strictly Stocks - If we have a big field you will need a transponder
only, the charge for you will be only $1.
Raceiver will supply transponders to the other divisions if needed at no charge as these division have no purses at all. We will use them on the kids trucks for qualifying for sure, race will depend on truck count.
Thankyou to Brad Hockaday and Raceiver for helping us again. Brad may be testing a new product with us it sounds pretty neat. Any questions call Rick Bristol 407-497-0448.
Champions with guaranteed provisionals !
Thursday, November 15, 2007
The Champions of Fascar, Fastruck(old), DeSoto Series and the new Stars series will have a guaranteed provisional into the Charity Truckers 200. There are a couple rules to this, first they must attempt to qualify in either first or second round qualifying and run the last chance race if needed. Secondly they must pass tech, if truck is DQ'd after either qualifying round or last chance race they will not be eligable for the provisional.
So Far the following have spots:
Mike Powers - (Fastruck Champion before split)
Jason Vail - (Stars 6 race Champion)
Fascar and DeSoto champions still to be determined.
Any questions please call Rick Bristol 407-497-0448.
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The 2nd Annual Charity Truckers 200 presented by Biscayne Roofing,
that ran last weekend at Orlando Speedworld, has raised $12,374.00 for Kaleigh, Bob and Misty Helmick, according to event organizer Rick Bristol. 
