For Immediate Release July 2, 2009 From Jim Irvine - Merrittville Speedway Public Relations - 905-892-8266

THOROLD, Ontario (July 2) – If you love trucks – you will love Merrittville Speedway July 11^th!

Modern Corporation’s 7^th Annual Trucker Show ‘N Shine Night at the Thorold DIRT-sanctioned oval will fill the grandstand area with trucks of all kinds before they take to the track for the annual Show and Shine Competition that is voted on by the fans.

Peterbilt … Kenworth … Freightliner … Mack … Sterling … International … Western Star – you’ve got to have a favorite! Or maybe it’s the paint and the chrome … or just a cool horn!

“It always makes for an awesome night,” relates (Merrittville GM) Erica Bicknell, “some of the finest looking trucks around … you’ve got to salute them,” relates GM Erica Bicknell, “ the trucks work during the week in some of the worst conditions … but they take pride in their trucks to keep them looking so good … especially when they come to the track.”

Racing and the Trucking Industry seem to go hand in hand as many drivers, officials and fans are involved in both.

Modern Corporation’s Night will also find Entry forms for the Monday August 3^rd Big Block Grand Marshall Search available once again when you purchase your grandstand tickets.

In and amongst the big rigs somewhere will be the Modern Corporation Team cars of Shawn Sliter, Jamie Gilbert and Josh Sliter. Look for the #71,  #53 and # 17 Modern Corporation Open Wheel Lite cars on display and in action on the track.

Last season in conjunction with the Niagara Region’s Green Bin re-launch, Modern Corporation and Merrittville Speedway invited race fans to join the race to reduce waste.

That program took a big step over the winter months with the announcement that Modern Corporation had become the title sponsor of the Open Wheel Lite Division.

“We’re real excited about Modern’s new commitment to the Open Wheel Lites,” reveals (Merrittville GM) Erica Bicknell, adding “their increased involvement will benefit our race teams while promoting the values of environmental preservation … we can’t wait to go green!”

Since 1964, Modern Corporation has worked to enhance the quality of the environment and well being of the community by providing recycling, commercial and residential waste removal, landfill, industrial cleaning, sanitation and environmental services to commercial, industrial and municipal customers.

Modern Corporation is committed to the safe handling, effective reclamation and environmentally friendly disposal of a wide variety of waste products and uses state of the art technology to achieve its goals.

“With much help from Modern Corporations Commercial Operations Manager Etienne Paradis and his Bride Fran,” comments (Modern Corporation Canadian GM) Holly Washuta, “we are pleased and excited about our renewed and enhanced relationship with Merrittville … thanks for allowing us the opportunity to reach more fans with this great program.”

Modern Corporation believes that preserving the environment should be a priority for every home and business and through it’s involvement at Merrittville Speedway – invites everyone to join the race to reduce, reuse and recycle.

Modern Corporation – boasting over 500 employees in the US and Canada – is an industry leader and remains dedicated to the community and committed to the environment.

For further information – visit www.moderncorporation.com.

Modern Corporation’s Night July 11^th will feature all 5 Lucas Oil Weekly Racing Series Divisions – the L. St. Amand Enterprises 358 Modifieds, the Original Pizza Logs Sportsman, Hoosier Stocks, the Modern Corporation Open Wheel Lites and the Turn 4 Collision 4 Cylinder Divisions.

For further information on Trucker Show ‘N Shine Night call the Speedway Office at 905-892-8266 or visit www.merrittvillespeedway.com. Gates will open at 5:30 and Showtime is set for 7:00.

Join us this season on a Saturday Night for A Lucas Oil WEEKLY RACING SERIES EVENT featuring FIVE Weekly Racing Divisions or one of our spectacular special events featuring local heroes and up-coming new stars! 

Make your plans … call your friends and maybe even get a car pool together and enjoy! As the price at the pumps continues to fluctuate … take a ‘staycation’ this summer at Merrittville.

MERRITTVILLE SPEEDWAY SPONSORS

The 2009 Lucas Oil Weekly Racing Series for Merrittville Speedway’s 5 Divisions is brought to fans by division sponsors – L. St. Amand Enterprises, Original Pizza Logs, Modern Corporation, Hoosier Tire Canada, Turn 4 Collision and Lucas Oil.

Lucas Oil Products is one of the fastest growing additive lines in the consumer automotive industry featuring a premium line of oils, greases and problem-solving additives.

Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas Oil Products has established itself as the top selling additive in the industry.

Race fans can look for Lucas Oil Products at their favorite automotive retailer including Kala’s Home Hardware in St. Catharines, Drummond Home Hardware in Niagara Falls and through RCM Racing Equipment.