Levan Machine & Truck Equipment Powers 18th Running of USAC Eastern Storm

Levan Machine & Truck Equipment Powers 18th Running of USAC Eastern Storm

By Michael Anderson

January 14, 2025 at 04:05 PM

The USAC Eastern Storm, powered by Levan Machine and Truck Equipment, returns for its 18th running, featuring six consecutive nights of non-wing sprint car racing across diverse tracks in the Eastern region.

Two sprint cars racing on dirt

Two sprint cars racing on dirt

This prestigious event carries forward a rich heritage that began in 1956 when Tommy Hinnershitz claimed USAC's first three sprint shows at the Reading Fairgrounds. Notable winners through the years include racing legends A.J. Foyt, Johnny Rutherford, and Bobby Unser.

The Eastern Storm's modern era began in 2007 at Grandview Speedway, with Levi Jones taking the inaugural victory. Recent champions include Brady Bacon, Bryan Clauson, Chris Windom, and local talent Briggs Danner.

Levan Machine and Truck Equipment, a Berks County business, sponsors a $10,000 point fund, with $5,000 going to the 2025 Eastern Storm champion. The event combines USAC Non-wing sprints with various racing classes including 358 Modifieds, URC 360 winged Sprints, 410 Sprints, 600 non-wing sprints, and USAC Champ Cars.

2025 Schedule:

  • June 17: Grandview Speedway (Jesse Hockett Classic)
  • June 18: Bridgeport Motorsports Park
  • June 19: Big Diamond Speedway
  • June 20: Williams Grove Speedway
  • June 21: Port Royal Speedway (featuring USAC Silver Crown Cars)
  • June 22: Action Track USA

Each venue offers unique track characteristics and racing formats, making the Eastern Storm a comprehensive test of driver skill and versatility. The event features expanded media coverage including Flo Racing broadcasts and radio promotion on WIOV-FM and WSOX-FM.

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