rebelracewriter Posted March 9, 2004 Report Share Posted March 9, 2004 For Immediate Release Contact: Travis Reynolds (419) 660-4225 Amalie Oil Texas Nationals presented by Ancira Cars, Trucks and RVs and the San Antonio Express-News Offers Discounts for Fans and Families NORWALK, Ohio (March 8, 2004) – Texas drag racing fans will enjoy a variety of affordable ticket prices when attending the 3rd Annual Amalie Oil Texas Nationals, presented by Ancira Cars, Trucks and RVs and the San Antonio Express-News, March 26-28 at San Antonio Raceway located in Seguin, Texas. "We understand our valued customers, especially families, have a choice where they spend their leisure dollars," stated IHRA Vice President of Marketing Aaron Polburn. "Fans coming to San Antonio Raceway will find IHRA wants to make our unique brand of drag racing and entertainment as affordable as possible." Fans attending Sunday’s Championship Finals (March 28) can obtain a coupon courtesy of Ancira Cars, Trucks and RVs and the San Antonio Express-News good for $10 off an Adult general admission ticket. The coupon, available at Ancira dealerships and in the San Antonio Express-News, is redeemable at the track box office and includes a free kid’s ticket. "We salute the Ancira Group and the Express-News for offering Texas drag racing fans this big discount to check out the Hooters IHRA Drag Racing Series," explained Polburn. "We want as many fans as possible to enjoy this generosity and experience our ‘Nitro Finals’ on Sunday." Pepsi offers a coupon good for a free kid’s ticket with the purchase of one adult General Admission ticket any day, Friday – Sunday. The coupon is available in the Pepsi display at participating grocery stores in San Antonio and is redeemable at the track box office. "Free parking and a free pit pass are always included in the price of your ticket to the Amalie Oil Texas Nationals," said Polburn. "We believe in ‘opening our locker room to the public’ so fans can meet drivers, get an autograph and see the teams work on their cars, close up. You can reach out and touch the drivers. IHRA and San Antonio Raceway work hard to present a quality show and value for our fans." Tickets for Children 6-12 at all IHRA National Events, including the Amalie Oil Texas Nationals, are always a bargain at only $5. "We want families to be able to bring their kids out for an unforgettable evening of fireworks and entertainment, in addition to the world-class drag racing," adds Polburn. The Dragstrip at San Antonio Raceway presents the spectacular "Night of Fire", Saturday, March 27, featuring the final round of pro qualifying under the lights. Headlining after pro qualifying are Ken Nelson’s wheelstanding "Cool Bus", Jon Oswell’s "Ladder Truck 33" wheelstanding fire truck, a giant fireworks display and the legendary 200 mile per hour Jet Kenworth of Bob Motz. "Our ‘Night of Fire’ show has something for fans of all ages and designed with the family in mind," commented Polburn. "Not only will you see the final round of pro qualifying under the lights with header flames shooting eight feet in the air, but fans of all ages love the smoke, fire, music and entertainment the ‘Night of Fire’ provides. "Think of "Night of Fire" as a Metallica concert with 300 mile per hour race cars," concluded Polburn. The Dragstrip at San Antonio Raceway is located off Interstate 10 (Exit 597), west of Seguin, TX, 15 minutes from the I-410 beltway. For tickets and information, call 210-698-2310 or check out the race preview at www.ihra.com. For media credentials or to schedule interviews, contact Travis Reynolds at 419-660-4225 or treynolds@ihra.com. The Hooters IHRA Drag Racing Series is part of Clear Channel Entertainment’s Motor Sports division. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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