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April 16, 2026
Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Rolls into Laurens County Speedway on April 18 for $2,500 to Win
(BRASSTOWN, NORTH CAROLINA) Another exciting round of Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series action is on tap this Saturday night, April 18 at Laurens County Speedway! The second points race of the year for the tour will shell out a $2,500 first place prize on Saturday at the Laurens, South Carolina venue. The track known as “The Darlington of Dirt” hosted a single Red Clay 602 Late Model Series program last year and it was Luke Cooper emerging victorious in the 44th Annual ‘Shrine Race’ over runner-up Preston Dimsdale, David Smith, Wyatt Coffey, and Jasper Brown.
The pit gate will open at 5:30pm on Saturday, while the grandstands will start to allow fans into the facility at 6:00pm. The drivers meeting is set for 6:45pm and hot laps will take to the track at 7:00pm. Joining the Red Clay 602 Late Model Series on the racing card will be the Stock 4 ($1,000 to win), Thunder Bomber ($500 to win), Front Wheel Drive ($400 to win), Crown Vic ($400 to win), and Southern Vintage Racing divisions.
General admission will be $20.00 for adults and $10.00 for kids. Pit admission will be $30.00 for adults and $15.00 for kids. Laurens County Speedway is located at 435 Racetrack Road in Laurens, South Carolina. The track phone number is 864-984-2427 and you can learn more about the track by accessing www.laurensspeedway.com.
The Red Clay 602 Late Model Series tire rule for Laurens County Speedway will be Left Front: Open, Left Rear & Right Front: American Racer Pro 2 (88.0 / 90.0), and Right Rear: American Racer Pro 2 or American Racer Pro 4 (92.0). The entry fee for the 602 Late Models will be $80.00 and transponders will be available to rent.
602 A-Main Purse (30 Laps): 1. $2,500, 2. $1,200, 3. $650, 4. $450, 5. $400, 6. $350, 7. $325, 8. $300, 9. $280, 10. $260, 11. $240, 12. $220, 13. $200, 14. $175, 15. $165, 16. $155, 17-22. $150 to start
2026 Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Point Standings:
1. Bryson Hickman - 200
2. Spencer Cranfield - 196
3. Dawson Lowe - 194
4. Davin Cardwell - 192
5. Charles Devine - 190
6. Shaun Sise - 188
7. Camden Randolph - 186
8. Cass Fowler - 184
9. Spencer Singleton - 182
10. Evan Bell - 180
2026 Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Schedule:
February 6 - Screven Motor Speedway (Sylvania, GA) - WYATT COFFEY
February 7 - Screven Motor Speedway (Sylvania, GA) - CODY OVERTON
February 28 - Senoia Raceway (Senoia, GA) - $2,500 to win - POSTPONED
April 2 - I-75 Raceway (Sweetwater, TN) - BRYSON HICKMAN
April 18 - Laurens County Speedway (Laurens, SC) - $2,500 to win
April 24 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $2,000 to win
May 1 - West Alabama Speedway (Winfield, AL) - $2,000 to win
May 2 - Buckshot Speedway (Clanton, AL) - $2,500 to win
May 23 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $2,000 to win
May 29 - Travelers Rest Speedway (Travelers Rest, SC) - $2,000 to win
June 2 - Laurens County Speedway (Laurens, SC) - $2,500 to win
June 20 - Cherokee Speedway (Gaffney, SC) - $2,000 to win
July 3 - I-75 Raceway (Sweetwater, TN) - $2,000 to win
July 4 - Sugar Creek Raceway (Blue Ridge, GA) - $2,500 to win
July 18 - Screven Motor Speedway (Sylvania, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 19 - Toccoa Raceway (Toccoa, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 21 - Senoia Raceway (Senoia, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 24 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $2,000 to win
August 1 - Harris Speedway (Rutherfordton, NC) - $2,000 to win
August 7 - Hartwell Speedway (Hartwell, GA) - $2,000 to win
August 8 - Winder-Barrow Speedway (Winder, GA) - $2,500 to win
August 22 - Lavonia Speedway (Lavonia, GA) - $2,000 to win
September 12 - Laurens County Speedway (Laurens, SC) - $2,500 to win
October 10 - Cherokee Speedway (Gaffney, SC) - $2,000 to win
October 17 - Lavonia Speedway (Lavonia, GA) - $2,500 to win
October 31 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $4,000 to win
The Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series would like to thank all of their marketing partners including Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner, American Racer Tires, PPM Racing Products, Knowles Race Parts and Bodies, Extreme Towing and Recovery, Raceday Safety, Chevrolet Performance, Cruise with the Champions, Smith Motors, Faktor Racing Chassis, Styles Services, Virginia Driveline and Differential, C&S Auto Electric, Billings Brothers Autism Awareness, Cruise with the Champions, Capital Custom Paint, Delph Communications, and Peeping Dragon Photography. Any questions concerning the series can be pointed to either Walter Tapp at 864-382-9957 or Ray Cook at 828-360-5353. More information on the tour can be found online at www.RedClaySeries.com.
About Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner:
Schaeffer's Specialized Lubricants: synthetic motor oils, hydraulic fluids, and diesel fuel additives have achieved a world-class reputation for improving engine performance and fuel economy, but their diverse product line includes all types of industrial lubricants, industrial greases, and industrial oils as well as specialty items like their chain lubes and degreasers. Founded in 1839, their philosophy is to provide advanced lubricants for improved performance, reliability, and fuel economy.
From Dallas, Georgia, Mike Bruner brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table with a background in equipment sales and operations that spans over two decades. He has worked with two construction equipment manufacturers and started his own company in 2009, focusing on construction, grading, and hauling. His company has been a Schaeffer customer for many years, and in 2024, he joined the Schaeffer’s Oil team as a full-time sales representative. Learn more or connect with Mike by logging onto www.schaefferoil.com/mikebruner.
Media Contact: Ryan Delph - Delph Communications
April 16, 2026
Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Rolls into Laurens County Speedway on April 18 for $2,500 to Win
(BRASSTOWN, NORTH CAROLINA) Another exciting round of Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series action is on tap this Saturday night, April 18 at Laurens County Speedway! The second points race of the year for the tour will shell out a $2,500 first place prize on Saturday at the Laurens, South Carolina venue. The track known as “The Darlington of Dirt” hosted a single Red Clay 602 Late Model Series program last year and it was Luke Cooper emerging victorious in the 44th Annual ‘Shrine Race’ over runner-up Preston Dimsdale, David Smith, Wyatt Coffey, and Jasper Brown.
The pit gate will open at 5:30pm on Saturday, while the grandstands will start to allow fans into the facility at 6:00pm. The drivers meeting is set for 6:45pm and hot laps will take to the track at 7:00pm. Joining the Red Clay 602 Late Model Series on the racing card will be the Stock 4 ($1,000 to win), Thunder Bomber ($500 to win), Front Wheel Drive ($400 to win), Crown Vic ($400 to win), and Southern Vintage Racing divisions.
General admission will be $20.00 for adults and $10.00 for kids. Pit admission will be $30.00 for adults and $15.00 for kids. Laurens County Speedway is located at 435 Racetrack Road in Laurens, South Carolina. The track phone number is 864-984-2427 and you can learn more about the track by accessing www.laurensspeedway.com.
The Red Clay 602 Late Model Series tire rule for Laurens County Speedway will be Left Front: Open, Left Rear & Right Front: American Racer Pro 2 (88.0 / 90.0), and Right Rear: American Racer Pro 2 or American Racer Pro 4 (92.0). The entry fee for the 602 Late Models will be $80.00 and transponders will be available to rent.
602 A-Main Purse (30 Laps): 1. $2,500, 2. $1,200, 3. $650, 4. $450, 5. $400, 6. $350, 7. $325, 8. $300, 9. $280, 10. $260, 11. $240, 12. $220, 13. $200, 14. $175, 15. $165, 16. $155, 17-22. $150 to start
2026 Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Point Standings:
1. Bryson Hickman - 200
2. Spencer Cranfield - 196
3. Dawson Lowe - 194
4. Davin Cardwell - 192
5. Charles Devine - 190
6. Shaun Sise - 188
7. Camden Randolph - 186
8. Cass Fowler - 184
9. Spencer Singleton - 182
10. Evan Bell - 180
2026 Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Schedule:
February 6 - Screven Motor Speedway (Sylvania, GA) - WYATT COFFEY
February 7 - Screven Motor Speedway (Sylvania, GA) - CODY OVERTON
February 28 - Senoia Raceway (Senoia, GA) - $2,500 to win - POSTPONED
April 2 - I-75 Raceway (Sweetwater, TN) - BRYSON HICKMAN
April 18 - Laurens County Speedway (Laurens, SC) - $2,500 to win
April 24 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $2,000 to win
May 1 - West Alabama Speedway (Winfield, AL) - $2,000 to win
May 2 - Buckshot Speedway (Clanton, AL) - $2,500 to win
May 23 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $2,000 to win
May 29 - Travelers Rest Speedway (Travelers Rest, SC) - $2,000 to win
June 2 - Laurens County Speedway (Laurens, SC) - $2,500 to win
June 20 - Cherokee Speedway (Gaffney, SC) - $2,000 to win
July 3 - I-75 Raceway (Sweetwater, TN) - $2,000 to win
July 4 - Sugar Creek Raceway (Blue Ridge, GA) - $2,500 to win
July 18 - Screven Motor Speedway (Sylvania, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 19 - Toccoa Raceway (Toccoa, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 21 - Senoia Raceway (Senoia, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 24 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $2,000 to win
August 1 - Harris Speedway (Rutherfordton, NC) - $2,000 to win
August 7 - Hartwell Speedway (Hartwell, GA) - $2,000 to win
August 8 - Winder-Barrow Speedway (Winder, GA) - $2,500 to win
August 22 - Lavonia Speedway (Lavonia, GA) - $2,000 to win
September 12 - Laurens County Speedway (Laurens, SC) - $2,500 to win
October 10 - Cherokee Speedway (Gaffney, SC) - $2,000 to win
October 17 - Lavonia Speedway (Lavonia, GA) - $2,500 to win
October 31 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $4,000 to win
The Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series would like to thank all of their marketing partners including Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner, American Racer Tires, PPM Racing Products, Knowles Race Parts and Bodies, Extreme Towing and Recovery, Raceday Safety, Chevrolet Performance, Cruise with the Champions, Smith Motors, Faktor Racing Chassis, Styles Services, Virginia Driveline and Differential, C&S Auto Electric, Billings Brothers Autism Awareness, Cruise with the Champions, Capital Custom Paint, Delph Communications, and Peeping Dragon Photography. Any questions concerning the series can be pointed to either Walter Tapp at 864-382-9957 or Ray Cook at 828-360-5353. More information on the tour can be found online at www.RedClaySeries.com.
About Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner:
Schaeffer's Specialized Lubricants: synthetic motor oils, hydraulic fluids, and diesel fuel additives have achieved a world-class reputation for improving engine performance and fuel economy, but their diverse product line includes all types of industrial lubricants, industrial greases, and industrial oils as well as specialty items like their chain lubes and degreasers. Founded in 1839, their philosophy is to provide advanced lubricants for improved performance, reliability, and fuel economy.
From Dallas, Georgia, Mike Bruner brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table with a background in equipment sales and operations that spans over two decades. He has worked with two construction equipment manufacturers and started his own company in 2009, focusing on construction, grading, and hauling. His company has been a Schaeffer customer for many years, and in 2024, he joined the Schaeffer’s Oil team as a full-time sales representative. Learn more or connect with Mike by logging onto www.schaefferoil.com/mikebruner.
Media Contact: Ryan Delph - Delph Communications
