Lake Elsinore, California (January 28, 2018) – The 2018 SPEED Energy Stadium SUPER Trucks World Championship kicked off Saturday night with a return to the sold out Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium in Lake Elsinore, California. Fans in attendance witnessed one of the most entertaining and dramatic filled SST events in quite some time as VP Racing Lubricants driver Apdaly Lopez would claim the first SST victory of 2018 over Jeff Hoffman.

Fifth starting Apdaly Lopez of Tecate, Baja California, Mexico is no stranger to the temporary off-road track the A.M. Ortega crew built inside the Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium. Lopez would dominate the opening round of competition in the Stadium SUPER Trucks Race and Rock World Championship Finals back in December, and would look to back that up in the opening round of 2018 dawning a new partnership from VP Racing Lubricants.

The start of the 16-lap main event would see the newest member of Team UFD Jeff Hoffman of Phoenix, Arizona jump out to an early lead on first time SST starter Cole Potts of Scottsdale, Arizona.

The first lap would see action all over the track as potential race winners Sheldon Creed of El Cajon, California and Jerett Brooks of Alpine, California would become locked together dropping back in the field early in the event.

Robby Gordon of Orange, California driving the SPEED Energy/ Toyo Tires truck would settle into the second position behind Hoffman on Lap-2, and would quickly challenge for the top position. Battling back and forth Hoffman would over drive the corner, and would allow Gordon to take the top spot, and drive out to a sizable lead.

Following in the tracks of the hard charging Gordon for multiple laps the LIVE truck of Hoffman would hit all his marks with accuracy, and would make up enough ground to come close enough to challenge Gordon back for the lead. Hoffman would pass Gordon for the lead in a daring move to the inside just before the competition caution would fly over the field. At the halfway mark Hoffman would lead Gordon, and Brooks who battled his way back thru the chaos into the top three after the early tangle in the event with Creed.

The restart would see Hoffman loose the handle of his truck in the first corner kicking it up on two wheels, the lurking Gordon would capitalize launching the No. 7 back into the lead. Dropping into the third position behind Hoffman would be Lopez who was battling thru the field after making early contact in the event with various competitors. At this point Lopez truck was showing signs of nothing short of war.

Driving like a man possessed Lopez would now set his sights on Gordon and the top spot. Finding just the right opening to drive his truck in extremely hard into the lower groove Lopez would work Gordon up the track to move past him in textbook dirt track racing fashion.

However, Hoffman would have something to say about that, as he would take his joker lap to catapult back into the lead ahead of Lopez all while Gordon would work his way back past Lopez for second. Just when you think things are working in the favor of the driver they call “The Hoff” his truck would stall in the middle of the corner dropping him back to the fifth position.

All while the red flag would wave stopping an incredible battle out front. Brooks driving in replacement for the injured Paul Morris would roll over his LIVE entry onto the side right in the path of on coming trucks.

The restart would see Gordon get a good jump on the second place Lopez to break out to a four-truck advantage.

One lap later the red flag would once again come out for SST rookie Blade Hildebrand of Yucca Valley, California, as his Empire Destructive entry would go for a series of rolls going over the crossover jump. The young driver would remain in the truck and restart at the back of the field a true test of the durability and construction of these Stadium SUPER Trucks.

The closing laps would see Lopez drive extremely aggressive looking to charge to the front of the field making contact with Gordon multiple times and eventually moving past him. Hoffman lingering back in third place would want into that party as he would slide around the outside of both drivers to take the lead on the final lap. Lopez would battle back as Hoffman’s truck would stumble temporarily allowing Lopez to open up a sizable lead.

The beaten and battered VP Racing Lubricants truck of Apdaly Lopez would cross the finish line first capturing victory in round 1of the 2018 SST World Championship. Hoffman would cross the line in the second position, followed by teammate Gavin Harlien who would get past Gordon in the closing corners.

Even though a driver may win a race in Stadium SUPER Trucks, the overall weekend point’s title is earned by gaining points every time a driver is on track in competition and second finishing Jeff Hoffman driving the LIVE entry would be a perfect example of that in Round 1 of the 2018 SST World Championship.

Consistency is the name of the game and Hoffman was able to back that up. Qualifying in the third position, finishing in the second position in the heat race, and following those efforts up with a second place finish in the main event. Hoffman would earn enough points to best Sheldon Creed by 2, and Apdaly Lopez by 3 to capture his first ever SPEED Energy Stadium SUPER Trucks overall.

The 2018 SPEED Energy Stadium SUPER Trucks World Championship will continue with Round 2, 3, 4; March 1-4 in Adelaide, South Australia, Australia for the Adelaide 500. Proud Stadium SUEPR Trucks supporters LIVE will be playing in concert Saturday night, March 3. Advanced tickets are available for purchase at https://stadiumsupertrucks.com

Please visit https://stadiumsupertrucks.com for more information on the 2018 SST World Championship schedule.
SPEED Energy Stadium SUPER Trucks World Championship
Round 1
Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium
January 27, 2018
Lake Elsinore, California

SPEED Energy Stadium SUPER Trucks Final

1. Apdaly Lopez; Tecate, Baja California, Mexico; VP Racing Lubricants/ RPM Off-Road/ KMC Wheels
2. Jeff Hoffman; Phoenix, Arizona; LIVE/ United Fiber & Data
3. Gavin Harlien; Mesa, Arizona; United Fiber & Data/ York Creative/ Think Loud Development
4. Robby Gordon; Orange, California; SPEED Energy/ Toyo Tires/ KMC Wheels/ Menards
5. Cole Potts; Scottsdale, Arizona; SPEED Energy/ Hallmark Trust.com/ Security State Bank/ CPI
6. Sheldon Creed; El Cajon, California; A.M. Ortega/ United Rentals
7. Matt Brabham; Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia; DeVILBISS/ Hawk Performance/ KMC Wheels
8. Blade Hidebrand; Yucca Valley, California; Empire Destructive/ MPI
9. Bill Hynes; Nazareth, Pennsylvania; United Fiber & Data/ LIVE/ Think Loud Development
10. Lalo Laguna; Mexicali, Baja California, Mexico; RPM Off-Road/ KMC Wheels
11. Arie Luyendyk Jr.; Scottsdale, Arizona; Hostile Racing Wheels/LIVE
12. Jerett Brooks; Alpine, California; LIVE/ United Fiber & Data/ Think Loud Development

Lake Elsinore, California (December 13, 2017) – Stadium SUPER Trucks Officials announced today that multi-time SX and MX Champion Ryan Villopoto will make his first ever start in an SST truck this weekend at the SST Race & Rock World Championship in Lake Elsinore, California.

After winning four straight AMA Supercross Championships from 2011 to 2014, Villopoto announced his retirement at the beginning of the 2015 season. Since that time Villopoto has looked to continue his passion for off-road, but on four wheels instead of two.

“I’m excited to get behind the wheel of a off-road truck again, I haven’t had many chances to drive, but the few I have had it’s been an absolute blast. I’ve been following what Robby Gordon has been doing with Stadium SUPER Trucks for some time now, and to have an opportunity to drive one of those trucks with some of the best names in the sport is truly an honor.” Stated Villopoto.

Villopoto’s No. 2 truck is supported by Bristol; Tennessee based RPM Off-Road, an after-market truck and diesel specialty store offering sales and services in house and online.

Joining Villopoto on the RPM Off-Road team will be 2017 Baja 1000 Winner Apdaly Lopez, and the first female to compete in Stadium SUPER Trucks; Sara Price.

Tickets for the first ever Stadium SUPER Trucks Rock and Race World Championship Finals a can be purchased at https://stadiumsupertrucks.com.

Tickets also can be purchased on site at the Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium Box office. Multiple ticket options are available from reserved seats; general admission to multi day passes.

Make sure to come to the event early each day as the Off-Road Lifestyle Expo opens at 2 PM on Friday, 10 AM on Saturday, and stay after the races are over for a concert by Warrant on Friday and BuckCherry on Saturday.

Looking to entertain family and friends or host a small holiday party? Fully furnished, catered, and climate controlled suites are still available to view all the entertainment on the stadium floor in luxury. Pricing is available by contacting Stadium SUPER Trucks at info@stadiumsupertrucks.com

Drivers looking to participate in either the 1000 UTV’s , Modified Trophy Karts or 170 UTV’s there is still time to sign up. Drivers are able to register for the event at www.stadiumsupertrucks.com.

More information on the Stadium SUPER Trucks Rock and Race World Championship Finals can be found at https://stadiumsupertrucks.com

PURCHASE TICKETS

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (November 18, 2017) – SST officials announced today that Rock-loving motorsports fans will be in for an extra treat with their paid admission ticket during the Stadium SUPER Trucks World Championship Finals, December 15th & 16th at the Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium in Lake Elsinore, California.

After the SST Final on Friday night make sure to dig out your leather fringed attire, as Hollywood, California glam metal rockers WARRANT will take to stage for a performance you will not want to miss.

Selling over 10 million albums worldwide the popular rock band will play such platinum selling hits as “Heaven,” “Cherry Pie,” “Down Boys,” “Sometimes She Cries,” “Uncle Tom’s Cabin,” among others from their current album Louder Harder Faster that has highly regarded music reviews and embraced by their legion of fans.

WARRANT’s signature style of rock music is very catchy, and will have all the SST and rock loving fans singing along to their classic hits.

SST President Robby Gordon explained that the inclusion of music and entertainment into the SST World Championship Finals program is paramount to the continued growth and success of the event, describing it as “Far more than just a off-road race — the goal is to make it a massive major event on and off track. With the additional of the concerts, gourmet food, and off-road lifestyle expo we are well on our way to doing that.”

Saturday night to close out the 2017 SST World Championship in blow out fashion, Southern California hard rockers BUCKCHERRY will take to the stage with a performance that will leave you saying “WOW.”

Josh Todd, lead singer of BUCKCHERRY, an avid Stadium SUPER Trucks follower, said SST fans can expect a “Great rock and roll show. We have seven records; a lot of touring under our belts and it’ll be a great show that we put together.”

Much like SST, BUCKCHERRY is high-energy action packed entertainment that will have fans on the edge of their feet the entire show.

Todd said BUCKCHERRY is proud of all of their music and have had a lot of successes, which include seven albums, grammy nominations, two gold records and a platinum record.

Smash hits include “Lit Up,” off their 1999 self-titled debut album and “Sorry” and “Crazy Bitch” from its third album “15.” “Crazy Bitch” hit the Billboard Hot 100 chart and the band received a nomination for Best Hard Rock Performance at the 49th annual Grammy Awards for the single.

To continue with the up close and personal Stadium SUPER Trucks fan friendly approach, fans will have the option to move down from their seats onto the stadium floor during each of the music performances to gain that intimate rock concert vibe.

Tickets for the first ever Stadium SUPER Trucks Rock and Race World Championship Finals can be purchased HERE.

Tickets also can be purchased on site at the Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium Box office. Multiple ticket options are available from reserved seats; general admission to multi day passes.

Looking to entertain family and friends or host a small holiday party? Fully furnished, catered, and climate controlled suites are still available to view all the entertainment on the stadium floor in luxury. Pricing is available by contacting Stadium SUPER Trucks at info@stadiumsupertrucks.com

Drivers looking to participate in either the Production 1000 UTV’s , Modified Trophy Karts or 170 UTV’s are urged to pre-register for the event at www.stadiumsupertrucks.com to receive a discounted rate on their entry fee. Prices will increase on December 1st.
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PURCHASE TICKETS

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (October 6, 2017)– SST officials have announced for the inaugural Stadium SUPER Trucks World Championship Finals to take place Friday, December 15 and Saturday, December 16 at Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium located in no other than the World Capital of Action Sports; Lake Elsinore, California.

“The 2017 SST World Championship fight has been contested in three unique countries; United States, China and Australia, on nine different race tracks, with four completely different surfaces. It’s only fitting to decide the tight Championship fight with a thrilling Stadium battle in the birthplace of Stadium racing (Southern California), just like how Stadium Truck Pioneer Mickey Thompson would want to see it.” Stated Stadium SUPER Trucks President Robby Gordon.

Lake Elsinore, California a city where short-course off-road, motocross, FMX, and the UTV industry all collide on a daily basis provides the perfect location to host the SST World Championship Finals.

Mayor of Lake Elsinore, Bob Magee voiced the cities excitement for the newly announced Stadium SUPER Trucks World Championship Finals.

“The City of Lake Elsinore is thrilled to have Legendary Racer Robby Gordon and Stadium SUPER Trucks back in our valley. Working in partnership with the Lake Elsinore Storm, Diamond Stadium will be transformed into an off road playground as these high horsepower trucks will fly over jumps and bang fenders. This will be good clean dirty fun!”

Built in 1994 for the Single-A affiliate of Major League Baseball’s San Diego Padres, Lake Elsinore Diamond Stadium home of the Lake Elsinore Storm will be completely transformed from a baseball diamond to a off-road playground with nearly 150,000 square feet of dirt hauled in, and sculpted into a challenging off-road track featuring multiple obstacles such as a huge container crossover jump, that will send the trucks souring into the air nearly 35 feet.

“Everyone at Storm Events are super stoked to be working with the legendary Robby Gordon and bringing Stadium SUPER Trucks to Lake Elsinore. This is a perfect fit for our demographic and fans. It’s sure to be an amazing event that no one will want to miss.” Stated Ian Singleton, Director of Storm Events.
Joining the highflying Stadium SUPER Trucks on the track will be a full field of Production 1000 UTV’s. Quickly becoming one of the most popular, and most affordable forms of off-road racing today. Drivers of all ages, and experience levels will compete for a huge purse both Friday and Saturday night under the lights.

Young Hot Shots in the Modified Trophy Kart ranks will also have an opportunity to race on a similar track to the SST Stars. Past Modified Kart graduates have stepped into SST’s with great success most notably being Sheldon Creed a two-time SST Champion.

Current SST’s drivers Gavin Harlien and Jeff Hoffman both developed their off-road skills in Modified Trophy Karts, before moving up to the larger scale trucks. With these young Trophy Kart racers having the opportunity to race in front of their piers and heroes it ought to be a memory to last a lifetime.

Not just the young Modified Trophy Karts drivers will have their opportunity to tackle the temporary built SST track. During the day on Friday and Saturday make sure to come out to the track early as SST would like to showcase the kids 170 UTV’s on the Stadium floor. Drivers qualified during the day’s races will be invited to compete in a Final event that evening.

The Stadium SUPER Trucks World Championship Finals is not just action-packed racing on track, make sure to come out to the track early each day as a full off-road and life style village will be happening throughout the day. This will serve as one of the last opportunities to visit with your favorite off-road vendors and exhibitors to get those last minute Christmas gifts for the off-road enthusiast on your list.

Be sure to stay after the races each night as included with your race ticket will be a concert by WARRANT on Friday night & a concert by BUCKCHERRY on Saturday night.

Tickets for the first ever Stadium SUPER Trucks World Championship Finals can be purchased HERE

Looking to entertain family and friends or host a small holiday party? Fully furnished, catered, and climate controlled suites are available to view all the entertainment on the stadium floor in luxury. Pricing is available by contacting Stadium SUPER Trucks at info@stadiumsupertrucks.com

Drivers looking to participate in either the Production 1000 UTV’s , Modified Trophy Karts or 170 UTV’s are urged to pre-register for the event at https://stadiumsupertrucks.com starting October 15th to receive a discounted rate on their entry fee. Prices will increase on December 10th.

2017 SPEED Energy Stadium SUPER Trucks World Championship Winners
Round No. Race Location Race Date Winner

1 Adelaide, SA, Australia March 3, 2017 Craig Dontas

2 Adelaide, SA, Australia March 4, 2017 Sheldon Creed

3 Adelaide, SA, Australia March, 5, 2017 Paul Morris

4 St. Petersburg, Florida March 11, 2017 Robby Gordon

5 St. Petersburg, Florida March 12, 2017 Matt Brabham

6 Long Beach, California April 8, 2017 Matt Brabham

7 Long Beach, California April 9, 2017 Robby Gordon

8 Perth, WA, Australia May 6, 2017 Sheldon Creed

9 Perth, WA, Australia May 7, 2017 Robby Gordon

10 Perth, WA, Australia May 8, 2017 Sheldon Creed

11 Detroit, Michigan June 3, 2017 Sheldon Creed

12 Detroit, Michigan June 4, 2017 Sheldon Creed

13 No Limits, Texas June 10, 2017 P.J. Jones

14 No Limits, Texas June 10, 2017 Sheldon Creed

15 Darwin, NT, Australia June 16, 2017 Paul Morris

16 Darwin, NT, Australia June 17, 2017 Matt Brabham

17 Darwin, NT, Australia June 18, 2017 Paul Morris

18 Beijing, China July, 29, 2017 Matt Brabham

19 Watkins Glen, New York September 2, 2017 Robby Gordon

20 Watkins Glen, New York September 3, 2017 Matt Brabham

21 Lake Elsinore, California December 15, 2017

2017 Stadium SUPER Trucks World Championship Schedule

Round 1: March 3, 2017; Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Round 2: March 4, 2017; Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Round 3: March 5, 2017; Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Round 4: March 11, 2017; St. Petersburg, Florida
Round 5: March 12, 2017; St. Petersburg, Florida
Round 6: April 8, 2017; Long Beach, California
Round 7: April 9, 2017; Long Beach, California
Round 8: May 5, 2017; Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Round 9: May 6, 2017; Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Round 10: May 7, 2017; Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Round 11: June 3, 2017; Detroit, Michigan
Round 12: June 4, 2017; Detroit, Michigan
Round 13: June 10, 2017; Fort Worth, Texas
Round 14: June 10, 2017; Fort Worth, Texas
Round 15: June 16, 2017; Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
Round 16: June 17, 2017; Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
Round 17: June 18, 2017; Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
Round 18: July 29, 2017; Beijing, China
Round 19 September 2, 2017; Watkins Glen, New York
Round 20: September 3, 2017; Watkins Glen, New York
Round 21: December 15, 2017; Lake Elsinore, California
Round 22: December 16, 2017; Lake Elsinore, California