The 2025 World of Outlaws Late Models season kicks off at Volusia Speedway Park's DIRTcar Sunshine Nationals from January 22-25. The four-night event features practice on Wednesday followed by three nights of racing action.

Racing Format:

• Thursday & Friday: 35-lap features with $12,000-to-win
• Saturday: 50-lap feature with $20,000-to-win
• Support divisions: Crate Racin' USA DIRTcar Pro (604) Late Models and 602 Late Models

Key Storylines:

Bobby Pierce Seeks Redemption

• Most wins in dirt Late Model racing in 2024
• Looking to reclaim championship after narrow 2024 loss
• Four-time winner at Volusia Speedway Park
• Already won 4 of 5 races in 2025

Brian Shirley's Momentum

• Won 4 of final 10 races in 2024
• Six podiums in seven races late in season
• Seeking first Volusia victory
• Eight top-five finishes since 2017

Strong Rookie Class:

• Ethan Dotson (CA): Four Late Model wins in 2024
• Jake Timm (MN): Modified standout making Volusia debut
• Daniel Adam (NC): First Super Late Model win in 2024
• Daniel Hilsabeck (IA): Returns after injury-shortened 2024

Notable Returning Drivers:

• Ashton Winger: 2023 DIRTcar Summer Nationals champion
• Dustin Sorensen: Defending Rookie of the Year
• Cody Overton: Seeking first Volusia win since 2020
• Tristan Chamberlain: 17-year-old rising star

Local Favorites:

• Nick Hoffman: Defending Late Model winner at Volusia
• Kyle Bronson: 2021 Sunshine Nationals winner

The event launches a 57-race season that spans across the United States, concluding at The Dirt Track at Charlotte in November.

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