CLS MEMBER COMMUNICATION JUNE 29, 2026. Attention racers! Get ready! The July 4th Doug Fort Memorial is coming in hot to Santa Maria Speedway, and this is one you do NOT want to miss! It’s a full-throttle, edge-of-your-seat showdown featuring your California Lightning Sprints presented by Motor City GMC, joined by the thunderous USAC/CRA Sprint Cars and the lightning-fast USAC Western States Midgets. Expect nonstop action on the track! And it gets even better—thanks to our incredible sponsors, this points-paying event puts $100 in your pocket just to start the main event. The stakes are high, and the intensity will be off the charts! But hold on tight—because the adrenaline doesn’t stop there… The Bullring Nationals are coming! A two-night, all-out Civil War showdown between CLS and BCRA at two of California’s most legendary short tracks: Friday, August 7th – Plaza Park Raceway Saturday, August 8th – Lemoore Jet Bowl Raceway Two nights. Two tracks. One epic battle. This is must-see racing at its absolute best! None of this happens without the heart and dedication of our racers, teams, and amazing sponsors. Huge thanks to Motor City GMC, American Racer, Quick Change Liquid Energy, and everyone working behind the scenes to make these unforgettable nights possible. Let’s turn it up and GO RACING! California Lightning Sprints • Presented by Motor City GMC (310) 367-9050