DETROIT, MI – Racing luminaries Dale Armstrong, Joie Chitwood, Alan Kulwicki, Jeremy McGrath, Ken Squier, Jerry Titus and Rich Vogler will be inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America when the organization stages its annual induction ceremony on Aug. 25, 2010 at The Fillmore Detroit.
“The Motorsports Hall of Fame Class of 2010 features champion drivers who doubled as an innovative crew chief, a showman and stunt man, a race team owner and a magazine editor. Joining them are an all-time win leader in sprint cars and midgets, a ground breaking broadcaster and a legendary Supercross rider whose nickname was ‘Showtime.’ Their exploits on and around the race tracks of America make them true hall of famers,” said Ron Watson, president of the Hall of Fame.
 Dale Armstrong – Credited with numerous innovations in drag racing technology, Armstrong was the first crew chief to use wind tunnels for improved aerodynamics. This mechanical genius tuned Kenny Bernstein to four consecutive Funny Car championships in 1985-1988, plus a total of 28 national event wins. Later, with Bernstein in the Top Fuel division, he became the first crew chief to break the 300 MPH barrier. The 1996 Top Fuel title placed Armstrong among the elite crew chiefs to have won championships in both Funny Car and Top Fuel. Armstrong had an outstanding driving career himself, winning 12 NHRA National events in the 1970s.
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The Board of Directors has authorized a campaign to raise funds for the day-to-day operation of the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America Museum. A central theme of the stated goal of the non-profit 501(c)(3) Motorsports Museum Foundation is preservation of the values of innovation, leadership, teamwork and originality as embodied in American motorsports.
Another crucial element of the Hall of Fame's purpose is the encouragement of careers in engineering, science and technology through the inspiration of motorsports. Our recently formed alliance with the Detroit Science Center will bring renewed focus to technological innovations that are key to success in motor racing.
In all of its programs and activities, the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America continues to pursue its mission to preserve values central to the American character and celebrate the innovative achievements of its enshrinees.
The Hall of Fame seeks assistance from its friends to breathe life into this annual operating fund. Widespread participation from everyone is essential if we are to achieve our goals.
With your help, programs and exhibits can be upgraded and revitalized in the fresh environment of the Detroit Science Center. The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America is entering an exciting new era. We hope you can be part of it. Your continued financial support is more vital than ever.
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As the new home of the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America, the Detroit Science Center would like to extend a special membership offer to all MSHFA supporters. Become a Science Center member at the family level for only $59 (normally $70). This membership is good for one full year and admits 2 adults and all children in the household under 18. Enjoy museum admission, DSC's hands on exhibits, FREE UNLIMITED Planetarium, discounted IMAX® admission for each included member and special members-only offers!
To redeem this offer print out a copy of your MSHFA e-newsletter and present it at the Detroit Science Center front desk or call the Membership Hotline at (313) 577-8400, ext. 433 and ask for the MSHFA discount.
This offer expires April 15, 2010.
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