Stafford Motor Speedway

Located in Stafford Springs, Connecticut, Stafford Motor Speedway has a history dating back to 1870 when it opened as an agricultural park with a half-mile horse racing track. It transitioned to auto racing after World War II and was paved in 1967. Stafford is renowned as the Home of the SK Modified, a cost-effective style of Modified race car developed by the Arute family in the 1980s to ensure the division's survival. The half-mile oval's relatively flat corners place a premium on driver skill and handling over raw horsepower. The track hosts weekly NASCAR-sanctioned racing and is home to major events like the Spring Sizzler and the NAPA Fall Final, which are crown jewels of Modified racing.