DIRTcar UMP Modifieds Chase Big Gator Glory at Volusia's 54th Nationals
The DIRTcar UMP Modifieds return to Volusia Speedway Park for their 20th year of competition at the Federated Auto Parts DIRTcar Nationals in 2025, featuring an expanded racing schedule.
Race winner holds Big Gator trophy
Modified race cars competing on dirt track
Schedule Breakdown:
- Jan. 30-Feb. 1: Three nights alongside American Sprint Car Series
- Thursday/Friday: $1,200-to-win Features
- Saturday: $2,500-to-win Feature
- Feb. 3-8: Big Gator Championship Week
- Monday-Friday: Split Features paying $1,000-to-win
- Saturday: 30-lap Championship Feature ($5,000-to-win)
Key Contenders:
- Kyle Strickler: 2023 Big Gator champion, 14-time Golden Gator winner
- Tyler Nicely: Defending Big Gator champion, 11-time Golden Gator winner
- Justin Allgaier: 2021 Gator Champion, three-time Golden Gator winner
- Kenny Wallace: Five-time Golden Gator winner
- Ken Schrader: 2024 Golden Gator winner
Current Speedweeks Points Leaders:
- Devin Dixon - 205
- Brad Deyoung - 180
- Kyle Strickler - 176
- Jason Garver - 161
- Todd Neiheiser - 146
- Cole Czarneski - 145
- Cole Falloway - 136
- Glenn Styres - 128
- Pete Brunton - 123
- Kyle Wiggins - 120
The event features NASCAR talent including David Stremme, Matt Crafton, and Austin Wayne Self. Mike McKinney, the 2024 Summit Modified Nationals champion, seeks his first Golden Gator trophy. The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars join the action during the second week (Feb. 5-8).
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