2026 Andy Cottyn Appreciation Award recipient Dave Reside

The bright yellow of “Eagle Eye” tow trucks is recognizable across the Western Communities, yet some people may not recognize it’s humble small business owner, Dave Reside. Dave got his start at the racetrack in 1991 when his brother and sister-in-law, along with his lifelong friend and mechanic Joe dragged him into fixing up and crewing for them on their…

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In Memoriam – Bill Drummond

We are saddened to tell of the passing of yet another of our Island racing family; 2013 Inductee Bill Drummond and we extend our condolences to his family and friends. BILL DRUMMOND 2013 INDUCTEE

2026 Pioneer award recipient Sharon Constantine

While watching the races at Western Speedway in 1985, Sharon heard the announcer say that they needed ladies for Powderpuff Demos. She had never been in a race car, but was soon on the track competing with Pam Hempting, Mary Collier, Cora Dash and Shelly Hampton which started her thirty-seven year career. She ran Novelty, Enduros, “Battle of the Sexes”…

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2026 Pioneer award recipient George Graham

In the 1920’s, George Graham went to the Ascot Speedway in California and came back inspired by what he had seen. His passion for auto racing had begun. He subsequently bought a Curtis aircraft engine powered racecar from a car owner at the Tacoma Washington race track. A machinist by trade, George worked on his car in Victoria, often trying…

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Induction rings now available

Victoria Auto Racing Hall of Fame Induction rings are now available which include your name and the year you were inducted for the cost of $100 per ring.   If you are a former Inductee and would like to purchase one, please provide your name, the year you were inducted and, most importantly, your ring size.  Please email this info to:…

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Fan video of final lap at Western Speedway taken by Jim Steen

Here is a video recorded by Sean Morris of the final lap at Western Speedway which was taken by Jim Steen at the track’s grand finale on Saturday, September 17th, 2022.