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As Preston Lattomus readies himself for the upcoming Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek, he reflects on the progress and experiences he’s gained during his rookie season in a 410 sprint car. With ten races spread over ten days, Speedweek provides an excellent opportunity for Lattomus to hone his skills further and gather invaluable experience at the wheel of the Capitol Custom Trailers & Coaches, E-Z GO, Betts Garage No.91.

RECENT RESULTS:

• Date/Location:  June 6, 2025 / Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg, PA
• Event:  All Star Circuit of Champions / Lynn Paxton EMMR Legends Classic
• Stats:  Group Qualifying 12th, Heat 4th (6), A-main 21st (18)

• Date/Location:  June 7, 2025 / Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
• Event:  All Star Circuit of Champions / Elijah Hawkins Memorial
• Stats:  Group Qualifying 19th, Heat 6th (7), A-main 21st (27)

• Date/Location:  June 20, 2025 / Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg, PA
• Event:  Fan Appreciation Night
• Stats:  Heat 9th (4), B-main 7th (7)

DRIVEN

Looking back on the season so far, Preston notes that while he hasn’t reached his ideal performance level yet, the journey has been both challenging and rewarding. Racing in Pennsylvania, a region known for its tough, competitive sprint car environment, has been an eye-opener for him. Although he may not have hit every target, he understands that these experiences are essential steps toward becoming a more proficient driver. 

“I know 410 racing in Pennsylvania is the hardest racing in the world, and it takes time to compete with the best,” Lattomus acknowledges.

Having previously taken part in speedweeks for micro sprints, Preston is no stranger to the demands of consecutive racing days. This experience has prepared him somewhat for the rigors of the upcoming Speedweek, though he notes that the stakes are higher and the competition is fiercer at the 410 level.

“Getting ready for Speedweek isn’t a completely new thing, but I realize it will be more races at a much higher level, and I am ready for it,” Lattomus remarked. 

The ten days are seen as a beneficial chance to accumulate laps quickly and absorb the lessons each day offers.

Preston has outlined clear objectives for the upcoming Speedweek. His primary aim is to qualify for all of the A-main events and maximize learning opportunities. Qualifying will be a key to achieving that goal, and that is something he has already identified as an area needing improvement.

“I want to improve my qualifying efforts.  That is critical for a lot of big races we run, so this is a good series to get a chance every day for ten days to work on it.  My goals for Speedweek are to make all of the features and learn as much as possible, and that will all start with qualifying well.” Lattomus shared. 

The series will also bring him to tracks that are new to him in a 410 sprint car, including Grandview, Selingsgrove, Hagerstown, and Path Valley. 

“Racing at a lot of different tracks helps you grow as a driver.  I want to apply what I’ve learned and give the team good runs at these new tracks.”, Lattomus added.

Preston’s drive to grow as a racer and learn from each experience underscores his commitment to the sport. He is approaching the upcoming series with optimism and sees it as a valuable opportunity for accelerating his development toward reaching the high level of performance he knows he is capable of.

At every other level of racing he has taken on, Lattomus has shown he knows how to learn and excel.  This rookie season is step one in that journey in 410 sprint cars.

UP NEXT

Lattomus will enter competition on all ten nights of the upcoming Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek, beginning Friday, June 27th at Williams Grove Speedway.

Fans can find the full schedule on the team’s new website,  PrestonLattomus.com.  You will also find Preston’s 2025 merch there, plus all the latest news, schedule, results, stats, and photos.

Fans can also pick up the 2025 merch and hero cards at the track during Speedweek!

Preston Lattomus entered his rookie season as a winged 410 sprint car driver knowing nearly every night would bring a new ‘first’.  

While not all of those firsts make headlines, there is always a positive element to each of them.  Each first represents a step forward in gaining experience.  Each first is progress, even if the results don’t feel like it.

Over the past two weekends, Lattomus has conquered two more firsts.  One of them is headline-worthy.

QUICK RESULTS:

• Date/Location:  May 24, 2025 – Bob Leiby Memorial, Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
• Stats:  Heat 3rd (3), A-main 4th (5)

• Date/Location:  May 31, 2025 – Port Royal Speedway, Port Royal, PA
• Stats:  Group 4 Qualifying 7th, Heat 6th (7), B-main 5th (4)

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Saturday night, May 24th, Lattomus entered the Bob Leiby Memorial at Lincoln Speedway in Pennsylvania and got his night off to a positive start by posting a 3rd place finish in his heat race, keeping Lincoln veterans Brandon Rahmer and Matt Campbell at bay.

In the 30-lap finale that night, Lattomus started on the inside of the third row and surged into a podium spot for the majority of the race before dropping one spot to a 4th place finish to earn his first career top-five finish in winged 410 sprint car competition.

“The first top 5 in a 410 just shows improvement from the first couple of races, which helps a lot with confidence.  It helps to run up front with good cars.”, Lattomus commented.

“I started up front in a feature at the beginning of the year and went straight backwards. So, to stay upfront and pass some cars shows the improvement in only a few races since then at Lincoln.”

This past Saturday night, with Lincoln Speedway cancelling their program due to the weather, Lattomus opted for a night at Port Royal Speedway.  The Lewes, DE driver has several past appearances at ‘The Speed Palace’, but this was his first time in a winged 410 sprint car.

Lattomus registered the 7th quickest lap in his qualifying group but was never able to quite recover from that.  He gained one spot in his heat race but fell one spot short of transferring to the main event.  In the B-main, he lost one spot and again fell one spot short of making the finale.  

The night wasn’t measured by the results, though.  The experience was gained, and the notebook was a little thicker for the next time.

“Port Royal has always been one of my favorite tracks to watch and especially race at.  We have shown so much speed every time we go there.”, Lattomus shared.

“The 410 is definitely a completely different animal at Port, and it will take some getting used to. I think we can get really good there and learn to enjoy the place as much as I have before in other divisions.”

REMINDER

Don’t forget to check out the team’s new website,  PrestonLattomus.com!  You’ll find all the latest news, schedule, results, stats, and photos.

Be sure to stop and visit Lattomus at the track and pick up one of his new hero cards that feature a unique logo marking the Lewes, DE driver’s rookie 410 sprint car season, as well as a bio, stats, and photos of Lattomus and the Capitol Custom Trailers & Coaches, E-Z GO, Betts Garage No.91.  Stop by to see Preston at the track, and he will be happy to autograph one for you!

UP NEXT

Lattomus has a three-race weekend on tap June 6th, 7th, and 8th.  He will compete with the All Star Circuit of Champions at Williams Grove Speedway on Friday and Lincoln Speedway on Saturday, then will move on to BAPS Motor Speedway on Sunday.

After competing in his first two World of Outlaws events, Preston Lattomus reflects on the invaluable experience gained from racing against some of the best in the sport. The deep fields and competitive environment have provided him with unique learning opportunities that are critical for his development as a driver.

“Getting to race with the Outlaws definitely helps in trying to learn as a driver,” Lattomus remarked. “The biggest takeaway was racing with such a high level of good cars and drivers. Competing with better cars and drivers certainly makes you better as a driver.”

Yet, amid the excitement, Lattomus identifies time trials as an area for improvement. 

“Time trials have been my biggest flaw recently. It puts me behind early in the night, and it’s something that needs to improve for me to get better,” he acknowledged. 

Lattomus is focused on gaining more opportunities to qualify, stating, “The main thing I can do is to get more laps and learn to put together two solid laps that can set me up for a good night.”

Outside the cockpit, Lattomus is learning from his fellow competitors. 

“I always try to learn from the guys who are fast and getting good results. Whether watching them off the track or following them on it, taking mental notes is important for making myself better.”, Lattomus shared.

Making the A-main at BAPS Motor Speedway Sunday night provided a confidence boost, as Lattomus secured a spot in the main event against a challenging 39-car field. 

“Making the feature definitely helps all around. Getting 30 good laps makes me more confident, as I get to learn more.”, Lattomus shared while reflecting on the night.

As he looks forward to upcoming races at Williams Grove and Lincoln Speedway, Lattomus is eagerly anticipating the growth and learning opportunities that await. 

“Next weekend is a great opportunity to make good laps and have a good run or two. With a bigger race in town taking most high-quality guys out of the equation, it presents a good week of learning and growing as a driver in Central PA,” he concluded.

Lattomus continues to embrace each experience, both on and off the track, as stepping stones in his promising future behind the wheel.

QUICK RESULTS:

• Date/Location:  May 7, 2025 – World of Outlaws, Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
• Stats:  Group A Qualifying 19th, Heat 8th (10), B-main 11th (11)

• Date/Location:  May 10, 2025 – World of Outlaws, Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg, PA
• Stats:  Group A Qualifying 20th, Heat 11th (10), C-main 8th (11)

• Date/Location:  May 17, 2025 / Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
• Stats:  Qualifying 22nd, Heat 6th (8), B-main 14th (16)

• Date/Location:  May 18, 2025 / BAPS Motor Speedway, York Haven, PA
• Stats:  Group 2 Qualifying 8th, Heat 6th (8), B-main 2nd (2), A-main 21st (22)

NEW FOR FANS

Now you can keep up with everything about Preston’s season at one location!  Check out his new website,  PrestonLattomus.com!  You’ll find all the latest news, schedule info, photos, and nearly real-time results.

“We love our new My Race Pass website, and we think our fans will really like the amount of information they can find in an easy one-stop location.”, Lattomus said.

Did someone say HERO CARDS?  Lattomus now has hero cards for fans.  The cards feature a unique logo marking the Lewes, DE driver’s rookie 410 sprint car season, as well as a bio, stats, and photos of Lattomus and the Capitol Custom Trailers & Coaches, E-Z GO, Betts Garage No.91.  Stop by to see Preston at the track, and he will be happy to sign one for you!

“Rich at Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Management worked closely with us and handled everything through his partnership with My Race Pass.  The website and hero cards turned out great.”, Lattomus shared.

UP NEXT

Lattomus will return to both Williams Grove Speedway and Lincoln Speedway this weekend.  Friday night at ‘The Grove’ will be the Eash Brothers Tribute Race, followed by the Bob Leiby Memorial at Lincoln Speedway on Saturday night.