RENO, NV (Dec. 5) – As usual for this time of the year the Racing Preview is a bit slim since we’re deep into the Rerun Zone. But fear not the thunder will return right after the New Year. CARS AND MOTORCYCLES: First a special shout out to those motorcycle riders that participated in the Reno Toy Run. Included in this shout out are the two car clubs that were involved in the toy drive for the Children’s Cabinet. It was a great weekend that will brighten the Christmas for many children. The second weekend of the month is when

RENO, NV (Nov. 28) – While we’re getting deeper into the rerun zone this week’s Racing Preview does have some live events as well as what’s on TV and the Internet. Plus I’m highlighting some charity events as well. CHARITY RIDES AND DONATIONS: This is the season for giving and helping brighten the holidays for children. Two events highlight this weekend while there is another on going effort to help the youngsters. Sunday is a big day as Reno Cars and Coffee has its 3rd Annual Toy Drive. It all begins at the Keitzke Starbucks at 10 a.m. with the

RENO, NV (Nov.21) – Racing Preview illustrates that we are about out of competition for this year but there are a few events still to be seen. Other than that, we’re in the Rerun Zone until after New Year’s. CARS: No car meets this weekend but there is an annual event starting this week. Testa Motorsports in Monday is having its annual Toy Drive where people are asked to bring an unwrapped toy. This year part of the donations will make their way to California to help those families that lost everything in the Paradise fire. •     Next week I’ll

RENO, NV (Nov. 7) – This week’s Racing Preview highlights one of the two final races in our area as well as national and international events. We’re continuing our slide into the Rerun Zone as major series close down for the winter. CARS: Since it’s the second weekend of the month Sparks Cars and Coffee will have their meet from 9 a.m. until Noon on Sunday. The location is the Dunkin’ Donuts in Sparks close to the Target store. •   Another Sunday meet is with Carson Cars and Coffee as they get together at 11 a.m. this Sunday. The location

RENO, NV (Oct.31) – Racing Preview for this week is a bit slim although there is still racing left for this season. As series wind down we’ll once again be heading into the Rerun Zone. CARS: The first weekend of the month means that Reno Cars and Coffee will have another of its Sunday meets. This one will be at the Kietzke Lane Starbucks. It’s a great time to view some fantastic cars and the meet begins at 10 a.m. and runs until noon. RACING (LOCAL AND REGIONAL): For the first time in months there are no races in our

RENO, NV (Oct. 24) – Racing preview for this week begins with on a serious note. Later we’ll get to the usual topics. It’s my sad duty to inform out readers that last Sunday morning we lost Bob Cavakas, otherwise known as Moto Mouth or just plain Moto. If you don’t know him Moto was a huge supporter of motorcycle racing. A former racer he was one of the driving forces behind motorcycle events in this region. He also helped a great number of younger riders with his Moto Mouth Mini Team. For many years he announced both motocross and

  RENO, NV (Oct. 17) – This week’s Racing Preview highlights a trio of events in our region, a big event in California as well as what’s on TV and the Internet. CAR EVENTS: Saturday has three events on tap starting with the annual Classics and Cocktails put on by Hot August Nights at the Atlantis Casino. The event starts at 5:30 p.m. and it’s a dress up affair for charity. For further information please check the HAN website at, www.hotaugustnights.net. •   At the end of the month there will be a Trunk N’ Treat event so Bully’s Sports Bar

RENO, NV (Oct. 6) – Racing preview for this week still has some cruise events, oval track racing and major league races. Summer is over, fall is in the air and things are starting to shut down for the off-season. + CRUISE/SHOW N’ SHINES: The Fernley Klazzic Kruizers 3rd annual Gunslinger Kruize begins Friday at 4 p.m. and at 10 a.m. Sunday. There may be something on Saturday as well. For further information please check www.obsoleteironcarclub.com. Saturday, from 9 until 2 p.m., Hot August Nights has its Fall Frenzy in the parking lot at Baldini’s Casino. Should be a good

RENO, NV (Sept 19) – With fall in the air seasonal racing is starting to end but there are still events to attend or watch on TV or the Internet. For many drivers its crunch time as this is the stretch run. CRUISE/SHOW N’ SHINES: On Saturday, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Baldinis hosts the Keeping the Classics Alive show n’ shine. Usually a good turn out an the weather will be pretty nice. •     Next week on Wednesday, Sept 26, is the final cruise at the Sparks A&W. Things get going at 5 p.m. and it’s a great

RENO, NV (Sept. 12) – Racing Preview this week has more Show N’ Shines, Racing for this region as well as on TV and the Internet. Seasons are ending so it’s a busy weekend. CRUISE/SHOW N’ SHINES: •   This Saturday there are two Show N’ Shines with the closest being at Summit Racing Equipment in Sparks. The Wicked Ways Car Club is hosting this and part of the proceeds will benefit Joshua Southworth’s Medical Fund. Registration for this event is from 8 until 10 a.m. after that the public show opens and runs from 10:30 until 4 p.m. Next is

RENO, NV (Sept 5) – This week’s Racing Preview has a few Show N’ Shines as well as racing that’s restarted after taking Labor Day weekend off. There is also a bunch to watch on TV and stream on the Internet. CRUISE/SHOW N’ SHINES: The Silver Sage High School Booster Club hosts its 15th annual Show N’ Shine Saturday from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. in Silver Springs. For more information please call Joy at 75-220-7422. On Sunday by Dunkin Donuts the Sparks Cars and Coffee, from 10 until noon will have its second of the month get together. Great

RENO, NV (Aug. 29) – As the stretch run begins for the season Racing Preview also reflects fewer cruises and a weekend with only one event in our area. CRUISES: Summit Racing in Sparks will have another of its Friday Cruise Ins starting at 5 p.m. and going until 8 p.m. • Reno Cars and Coffee will have its first weekend of the month get together at the Starbucks on Kietzke. Starts at 10 a.m. and there is usually some great cars to see. RACING (LOCAL AND REGIONAL): This is an unusual time as none of the oval tracks in

RENO, NV (Aug 22) – This week’s Racing Preview still have some options for those into cruising as well as local racing and what can be seen on TV and the Internet. CRUISE/Show N’ Shines: • Summit Racing in Sparks has another of its Friday evening Cruise In’s but now they start at 5 p.m. and end by 8 as its getting dark early. • For those interested in a road trip the Burners Car Show in Battle Mountain is on Saturday, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. at Elquist Park. • Closer to home Carson Cars & Coffee has