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Racer Profiles: Gritty Determination...Shawn Runyon's Desert Dream Takes Flight at the Mint 400

At 58 years old, Shawn Runyon isn't your typical off-road racer. This TrophyLite competitor from Hilliard, Ohio, isn't fueled by youthful exuberance, but by a lifelong passion for the sport that finally roared into his life in the unforgiving desert. Unlike many racers whose stories begin with family outings on dirt bikes, Runyon's journey started with dog-eared off-road magazines, their pages filled with tales of Baja adventures. These magazines planted a seed in young Shawn, and a yearning for the thrill of desert racing that wouldn't be silenced.

Racer Profiles: Nicolas Evans – The Mechanical Maverick with Family at Heart

Family. Dirt. Speed. These three elements intertwine in the story of Nicolas Evans, a rising star in the Pro Stock UTV class of the Unlimited Off-Road Racing Series. This 25-year-old Oklahoman-turned-Californian-turned-Tennessean brings a unique blend of mechanical know-how and down-home values to the unforgiving world of desert racing.

Racer Profiles: Preston Campbell Is "California Dreamin" of Desert Glory

At 24 years old, Preston Campbell isn't your average racer. While some competitors can trace their passion for off-roading back to childhood afternoons spent mimicking their idols on backyard tracks, Campbell's story begins with a simpler memory: cruising the desert on a bright red Honda QR50. It was the spark that ignited a fire, a burning desire for speed and competition that would propel him to the overall victory at the prestigious Mint 400.

Tune Town: Brendan Schaub Competes at the 2024 Mint 400

Brendan Schaub dives headfirst into the world of off-road racing alongside none other than UFC legend Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone. It becomes clear that Brendan's journey isn't just about crossing the finish line—it's about pushing boundaries and learning from the unexpected twists and turns of the dangerous desert terrain.

Householder, Romo Sit First Overall in UNLTD Points Championship

San Diego, CA, April 10th, 2024 - Unlimited Off-Road Racing announced updated points in the overall 2024 points championship today. The calculations include data from The Parker 400, and The Mint 400 in preparation for the final race of the season, The California 300 October 2nd - 6th. Drivers have been awarded points based on their final position in each event, with DNF points awarded by distance, determined by remote timing gate data. UNLTD will award an Overall Champion in the Unlimited and Limited races, in addition to class champions.

2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 Media Highlights

The Mint 400 has produced more more media coverage and impact than any other off-road race in North America than any other race for the past decade! Check out some highlights from this year's race:

Tommy Morris joins Unlimited Off-Road Racing technical advisory board

Historic 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 Rocks Las Vegas

The biggest event in American off-road racing got even bigger and better for 2024, as the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 returned to Las Vegas with a massive presence once again. From a wide-range of popular pre-race festivities to multiple days of racing featuring 432 teams and over 1100 competitors, the event once again asserted itself as “The Great American Off-Road Race” to tens of thousands of attendees.

Shields, Berhorst, Cotter Win 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 Youth Races

UNLTD Off-Road Racing's commitment to the future stars of the sport remained as evident as ever on Friday and Saturday, as dozens of top young drivers competed in the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 Youth Races. Brody Berhorst and Mason Cotter split the victories in Friday's races, while Declan Shields dominated the day on Saturday to win both events.

Preston Campbell, Ricky Brabec Team Up to Win 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 Motorcycle Race

Two of desert motorcycle racing’s finest proved to be an unbeatable combination in Saturday’s BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 Motorcycle Race, as the JCR Honda duo of Preston Campbell and Ricky Brabec dominated all day. When all was said and done, their #P3 machine finished six laps of a 60-mile course in 7:37:16.1, more than 15 minutes clear of their closest competition.

Adam Householder Wins 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 Unlimited Race

After a thrilling standoff with Ryan Arciero that lasted almost all afternoon, Adam Householder is your 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 Unlimited Race champion. Householder’s #24 Unlimited Truck completed 400 miles of intense racing in the Nevada desert in 6:46:59.4, defeating his closest competition by almost 11 minutes when the dust finally settled at the finish line in Primm.

2024 Road To The Mint 400: The Grabowski Brothers

The Grabowski Brothers climbed their way up starting in Class 5 to become a force in unlimited spec trucks winning multiple races including the Mint 400 and treacherous California 300 overall beating the unlimited trucks. The three brothers, Troy, Dustin, and Jack have become the team to beat in the spec class. Watch as they run to the 2024 BFGoodrich tires Mint 400 to back up their previous victories and cement their name in the history book as one of the families of off-road racing.

Ronnie Anderson Wins O’Reilly Auto Parts Limited Race at 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400

After a long list of triumphs in short course racing, Ronnie Anderson added the first major win of his desert racing career in Friday’s O’Reilly Auto Parts Limited Race at the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400. Anderson and co-driver Cole Keatts brought their #PO952 Polaris RZR to the finish line in 7:35:48.6, taking top overall honors ahead of Class 10 winner Tyler Mills by just 56 seconds at race’s end.

Nic Whetstone Breaks Four-Minute Barrier, Tops 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 Qualifying

Rubik Racing’s Nic Whetstone surprised the Unlimited classes in Friday’s qualifying session for the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 by posting the top time in a 2WD Unlimited Truck, besting more than 60 teams that laid down lap times in front of the fans in Primm. Besides being the only driver to break the four-minute barrier, Whetstone’s 3:57.240 was more than eight seconds clear of Parker 400 Unlimited Race winner Conner McMullen, who qualified second overall and best among the Class 1 cars.

2024 Into the Fray - Episode 2: The Negrete Family

The Negrete Family has been racing off-road for 3 generations. They have an incredible story that illustrates what off-road racing culture is all about, bringing family and friends together.

Brandt Beef to Serve as Supporting Sponsor of 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400

Mint 400 officials are pleased to welcome Brandt Beef as a supporting sponsor of the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400, returning to Las Vegas this week. As part of the agreement, Brandt Beef products will be served throughout the event, including in the VIP areas in Primm during race days on Friday and Saturday.

FOX Returns to 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 with Proving Grounds

Renewing one of off-road racing’s most recognizable partnerships, FOX will be back on hand for the 2024 edition of the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400, coming to Las Vegas this March 6-10. In their 12th year as a sponsor of the Great American Off-Road Race, FOX will return to the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival on Fremont Street on Thursday, March 7, while the top racers in the sport, including FOX athletes like Rob MacCachren and Justin Lofton, will take on the FOX Proving Grounds on race day as they chase the win—and an added $10,000 contingency bonus if they can ride with FOX to do it.

2024 Mint 400 Off-Road Festival Takes Off-Road’s Best to Downtown Las Vegas

2024 Mint 400 Dinner of Champions Brings Off-Road Luminaries Together

Wednesday’s kickoff events to the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 in Las Vegas culminated with a return to Oscar’s Steakhouse at The Plaza Hotel & Casino for the annual Mint 400 Dinner of Champions. Hundreds of the biggest names in off-road racing came together for the seventh consecutive year for a night of fine dining in the heart of Las Vegas before the attention turns to this weekend’s competition.

2024 Road To The Mint 400: Joe Terrana

In just 3 short years Joe Terrana has stormed through one of the most competitive classes in all of off-road racing, the Pro UTV class. Stacked with competitors who have decades more experience and larger budgets Terrana’s rise to the top has been nothing short of remarkable. In 2023 he won the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 against a stacked field of the best UTV racers in the world cementing his name as one of the top racers in off-road racing. He returns to the Mint 400 to prove his win was not luck, he is here to stay and stay at the top. With BFGoodrich tires on his Lonestar-built Can-Am Maverick X3 Terrana has the tools to dominate.

2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 Festivities Kick Off With Vehicle Parade

BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 week has officially arrived in Las Vegas, with the annual Mint 400 Vehicle Parade taking over the Las Vegas Strip on Wednesday night to announce the return of the Great American Off-Road Race. Hundreds of the top names in off-road racing, led by off-road racing icon and 2024 Mint 400 Grand Marshal Ivan Stewart, descended upon the Strip to lead fans to Fremont Street East, home of Wednesday night’s Mint 400 Kickoff Party presented by The Beast Unleashed at Atomic Liquors and Thursday’s Mint 400 Off-Road Festival.

O’Reilly Auto Parts Returns as Sponsor of 2024 BFGoodrich Tires 400 Limited Race

O’Reilly Auto Parts will return to the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 as the official sponsor of the O’Reilly Auto Parts Mint 400 Limited Race, event officials announced today. For the third consecutive year, the O’Reilly Auto Parts Limited Race will kick off the action in Primm on Friday, March 8. The ½ 1600, 5-1600, Class 9, Class 12, and Class 5 Unlimited divisions will be eligible for a $10,000 O’Reilly Auto Parts bonus for taking the win if more than 10 entries show up in their respective classes.

Monster Energy Returns to the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400!

Monster Energy will return as a partner of the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 for 2024, event officials announced today. As part of the partnership, Monster Energy will be present throughout the Great American Off-Road Race, from the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas to the race action itself in Primm. In addition, many of the drivers expected to go for the win in this year’s race will be backed by Monster Energy, The Beast Unleashed, and Nasty Beast Hard Tea.

2024 Into the Fray - Episode 1: Kyle Jergensen - Team Camburg / Magnaflow

Follow Team Camburg / Magnaflow as they take on the Unlimited Off-Road Racing series. Go behind the scenes and see the trials and tribulations as they battle for podiums and points and develop and test new products in the ultimate proving ground of off-road racing. Watch as Mint 400 champion Kyle Jergensen climbs into a new Camburg Kintetik Unlimited Spec Truck to fight his way to the top of the podium in an attempt to cement his name as one of the best. See the development and testing of the new Camburg Racing New Mono-Block Brake in real-time.

Best Off-Road Returns to 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 as Official On-Site Retailer

For the second consecutive year, Mint 400 officials are pleased to welcome Best Off-Road as the Official On-Site Retailer of the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400. As part of the agreement, Best Off-Road will be on hand to sell products from the biggest names in off-road at the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas Thursday, March 7.

VP Racing Returns as Official Fuel Provider of 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400

VP Racing will continue a long-standing relationship with the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400, once again serving as the Official Fuel Provider of the Great American Off-Road Race for 2024. Off-road enthusiasts will be able to explore VP’s full line of racing fuels and additives on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas as part of this year’s Mint 400 Off-Road Festival, before heading to the midway in Primm and providing fuel for racers of all backgrounds. As in past events, VP Racing fuel pre-order pickup will be near the pit entrances, behind Buffalo Bill’s.

The 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 Off-Road Race Returns to Las Vegas March 6th-10th

Cagewrx to Provide Trophies for 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400

As part of their sponsorship of the 2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series, Mint 400 officials are pleased to welcome Cagewrx as the official custom trophy provider to the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400. Top finishers in this year’s edition of the Great American Off-Road Race will receive custom trophies produced by Cagewrx, and they’ll be on hand for the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas.

Eibach to Support 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400

As part of their sponsorship of the 2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series, Mint 400 officials are pleased to welcome Eibach to the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400. As part of the agreement, Eibach products will be on display at the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas on Thursday, March 7, and industry icon Wilfried Eibach will be on hand to take in the Great American Off-Road Race.

King Shocks Supports 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400

As part of their sponsorship of the 2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series, Mint 400 officials are pleased to welcome King Shocks to the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400. The longtime partner of the event will be on hand for the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas on Thursday, March 7, before dozens of racers—including defending Unlimited Race winner Eric Hardin—go for glory on King Shocks all weekend long.

Heat Wave Visual Returns as Official Sunglasses Provider of 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400

For the 10th consecutive year, the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 will team up with Heat Wave Visual as the Official Sunglasses Provider of the Great American Off-Road Race. As always, Heat Wave Visual will have a presence on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas as part of the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival. Heat Wave’s custom Mint 400 sunglasses will be sold both on site and online via the Dirt Co. website.

Rigid Industries Returns to Support 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400

As part of their sponsorship of the 2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series, Mint 400 officials are pleased to welcome Rigid Industries to the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400. Rigid’s line of high-performance LED lighting will be on display at the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas on Thursday, March 7, before top racers take on this year’s Great American Off-Road Race with Rigid lighting their way to the finish.

Doffo Winery produces Limited Edition 2024 Mint 400 Red Wine Blend - Mistura

The Mint 400 with Unlimited Off-Road Racing series announces ongoing partnership with Temecula, CA-based Doffo winery to produce an ongoing series of limited edition wines beginning with 2024 Mint 400 Red Wine Blend - Mistura. Doffo Winery will produce limited edition wines for all three 3 of the Unlimited Off-Road Racing races The Parker 400, The Mint 400, and The California 300 under the Moto Doffo Label. Known for their bold, complex wines Doffo Winery second generation family operated winery with the most unique tasting rooms on the West Coast featuring a massive vintage motorcycle collection. The winery was started by Marcelo Doffo who has been a lifetime motorcycle enthusiast and has passed his passion onto his son Damian and daughters Samantha and Brigitte, who now run the operations of the boutique winery.

AMSOIL Returns as Supporting Sponsor of 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400

AMSOIL will return as a supporting sponsor of the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400, coming to Las Vegas on March 6-10, event officials announced today. As part of the partnership, AMSOIL products will once again be on display at the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas, and multiple racers will rely on AMSOIL products to get them to the checkered flag.

KC Returns to 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 as Supporting Sponsor

One of the off-road’s most legendary brands is back with the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 in 2024, as KC will once again serve as a supporting sponsor of the Great American Off-Road Race. KC products and rad vehicles will be on display at the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas on Thursday, March 7.

Raceline Wheels Returns as Supporting Sponsor of 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400

Continuing multiple years of support, Raceline Wheels will return to the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 as a supporting sponsor for 2024, event officials announced today. As in years past, Raceline’s line of off-road, UTV, and street wheels will be on display as part of the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival, which returns to Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas on Thursday, March 7. On race days, racers like Cole Potts, Loni Unser, Sara Price, and dozens of other Limited, Unlimited, and even Youth racers will rely on Raceline Wheels to help them go for the win.

2024 Republic Services Mint 400 Desert Clean-Up presented by Sylvania Off Road Brings Off-Road Community Together

In one of the biggest off-road cleanup initiatives of the year, hundreds of volunteers descended upon the Jean, Nevada OHV area on Saturday for the 2024 Republic Services Mint 400 Desert Clean-Up presented by Sylvania Off-Road. The Mint 400 Desert Clean-Up marks the first major event of the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400, which will run from March 6-10. When all was said and done, this year’s Desert Clean-Up collected 82,840 pounds of illegally dumped waste from the area, the second-most in event history.

Shreddy Returns as Supporting Sponsor of 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400

Shreddy will return to the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 as a supporting sponsor of this year’s event, which returns to Las Vegas this March 6-10. 2024 will mark the second consecutive year that the company co-founded by Aaron Birdwell and Mint 400 regular Blake Wilkey will serve as a sponsor of the Great American Off-Road Race. Shreddy will be on hand all event long, from the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas to the Mint 400 midway in Primm.

MagnaFlow / Camburg present Ivan Stewart as Grand Marshal of the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400

The Mint 400 with Unlimited Off-Road Racing series sponsors MagnaFlow / Camburg announced today that Off-Road Icon Ivan Stewart has been named Grand Marshal of the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400! Stewart, a three-time Mint 400 Class Champion, and four-time Mint and Nissan 400 Overall Champion has now been added to the illustrious list of renowned celebrities and racers who have had the privilege of serving as the grand marshal for "The Great American Off-Road Race" since its debut in 1968. Ivan will lead the parade piloting the Camburg Unlimited SPEC truck and be headlining festivities including signing limited edition posters at the Magnaflow / Camburg booth during the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival on Thursday, March 7th on Fremont St. from 10:30 am - 12 pm.

Dirty Life Race Wheels Returns to 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 as Supporting Sponsor

Continuing a multi-year relationship, Dirty Life Race Wheels will serve as a supporting sponsor for the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 in 2024, Mint 400 officials announced today. As part of the agreement, Dirty Life Race Wheels will return to the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival on Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas on Thursday, March 7, as well as appearing on race vehicles in this year’s edition of the Great American Off-Road Race.

BFGoodrich Tires Gears Up for the Thrill of the 2024 Mint 400

BFGoodrich, a global leader in off-road tires, is continuing its partnership with the legendary Mint 400, “The Great American Off-Road Race,” as the title sponsor for the 2024 event.

Rugged Radios to Serve as Official Communications of Mint 400, Driver Meet & Greet Returns

Mint 400 officials are pleased to announce the return of Rugged Radios to the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 as the event’s Official Communications Partner. As part of the agreement, for the 11th consecutive year, the Rugged Radios Driver Meet & Greet will return to Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas as part of the Mint 400 Off-Road Festival on Thursday, March 7.

2024 Road To The Mint 400: Householder Motorsports

Householder Motorsports has a long standing history with The Mint 400. The father/son duo first raced The Mint in 2008 in their Class 1 car and have since then accumulated numerous wins and championships in the sport of desert off-road racing. From day 1, Householder Motorsports has chosen BFGoodrich Tires and after winning the 2023 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Triple Crown in both the Unlimited Truck (Adam) and Unlimited Truck SPEC (Terry) classes, 2024 is the year of the #24 and #224.

Belching Beaver Brings Official Beer to 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400

Mint 400 officials are excited to welcome Belching Beaver Brewery back to the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 as producer of the race’s Official Beer. As with previous editions of the event, Belching Beaver special edition Mint 400 beers will be available on site throughout this year’s Great American Off-Road Race.

Reward your top employees and customers with The Mint 400 VIP Experience!

Reward your top employees and customers with Mint 400 VIP Experience! The Mint 400 VIP suite is the perfect place to do business in a casual and relaxed atmosphere all while enjoying all the race action in style.

Rigid Industries Becomes Official Series Sponsor of UNLTD Off-Road Racing

UNLTD Off-Road Racing is pleased to announce Rigid Industries will serve as an official sponsor of the series for the 2024 season, which kicked off January 10-14 in Parker, Arizona with the return of the Parker 400. A longtime sponsor of the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400, the second round of the series, UNLTD’s relationship with Rigid now expands to the entire three-race championship. Beyond the three major off-road events, Unlimited Off-Road Racing will also be producing content around RIGID’s products, off-road race team lifestyle, and competition and releasing throughout the year as part of the new relationship.

Lifeline Joins UNLTD Off-Road Racing as 2024 Series Sponsor

UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series officials are pleased to welcome Lifeline as an official partner of the series’ 2024 season, which kicked off with last weekend’s Parker 400. With decades of experience, Lifeline’s industry-leading fire suppression systems will be on hand for all three UNLTD races this season, including March’s BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 and October’s California 300.

The Parker 400 Returns with Spectacular Off-road Racing and Thousands of Fans!

Unlimited Off-Road Racing announced today that the 50th Anniversary of The Parker 400 Off-Road race was a massive success. Nearly 125 off-road warriors in twenty-five classes competed on the newly CRIT Gauntlet and infamous Parker desert race course for three exciting days in front of a crowd of over twenty-thousand race fans, campers and spectators. The legendary and challenging Parker race course pulled no punches, taking out nearly 35% of the field who succumbed to mechanical issues. There were two racer rollovers but no serious injuries and the racers involved are recovering at home thanks to the quick and professional work of the Unlimited safety and retrieval team. And there were no major law enforcement or spectator management issues, thanks to careful planning and coordination with the BLM, La Paz County Sheriff's Office, and CRIT PD and Fish and Game. The weather proved to be ideal for racing and spectating, and drew massive crowds to the area, with an estimated economic impact to be in the multiple millions.

Conner McMullen Wins 2024 Parker 400 Unlimited Race

After a dramatic final-lap shake-up, Conner McMullen declared the return of Class 1 in a big way in the Parker 400 Unlimited Race, the opening round of the 2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series season. McMullen worked his way up from seventh place in qualifying to hang tough with top qualifier Justin Lofton and his 4WD Unlimited Truck all day, and capitalized on an unlucky break for Lofton just miles from the finish line to score a statement overall victory for UNLTD’s premier open-wheel class.

Code St. Peter Wins 2024 Parker 400 Youth 250 Race; Nixon Nagel and Cash Martinez Add 170 Class Wins

Code St. Peter bested a field of passionate young racers in Saturday morning’s Parker 400 Youth 170 and 250 race, the kickoff event to the final day of racing at the opening event of the 2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series season. Running in the Youth 250 class, St. Peter took over the top spot from Wyatt Cotter on Lap 5 and eventually completed nine laps of the youth course in 25:28.467, making him the only racer in any class to finish a ninth lap.

2024 Parker 400 - BDI Geiser Racing Live Stream

Follow along with the 2024 Parker 400 Limited Race from BDI Geiser Racing's live stream! UTV Pro driver Bruce Binnquist posted the top qualifying time across all UTV classes, so this is one race POV you won't want to miss.

Parker 400 Downtown Experience Features Thrill of UNLTD Off-Road Racing

Downtown Parker, Arizona was abuzz with the passion of off-road racing on Thursday, as the Parker 400 Downtown Experience brought out the biggest names in UNLTD Off-Road Racing for a full day of tech and contingency, product demonstrations, autograph signings, and entertainment. Featuring hundreds of racers and thousands of attendees, the event set the tone for three full days of competition, including Thursday’s Qualifying, Friday’s Limited Race, Saturday’s Unlimited Race, and two days of youth races.

Larry Heidler Wins 2024 Parker 400 Limited Race

Larry Heidler and Amplex Racing are the winners of the 2024 Parker 400 Limited Race, Friday’s segment of the first of three rounds in the inaugural UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series season. Teaming up with Ethan Groom, who drove the final lap, Heidler and the #PO986 Pro UTV Open team completed three laps of a grueling 142-mile course in the Arizona desert in 7:28:27, clearing runner-up Sierra Romo for the class and overall victories by nearly seven minutes. Class 5 winner Keith Waibel completed the overall podium.

Eibach Joins UNLTD Off-Road Racing as 2024 Series Sponsor

UNLTD Off-Road Racing is pleased to welcome Eibach as the newest partner of the series for its 2024 season. The new relationship will commence with this week’s return of the Parker 400, and will also bring the Eibach brand to March’s BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 and October’s California 300 to complete the season.

2024 Parker 400 Pre-Running Recap

Two days of pre-running for the return of the Parker 400 are in the books! Get your first look at what racers will see this weekend and hear from Justin Lofton, Kevin Adler, and Eric Hardin about their preparation for this week's race. Be sure to follow along with all the action at theparker400.com or follow @theparker400 on social media!

2024 Parker 400: Qualifying Preview

It’s been a long road to get to this point, but we’re finally here: the return of professional desert racing to Parker, Arizona with the 2024 Parker 400. The 50th anniversary of the famed January event marks the first race of the inaugural UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series championship, and with it, a new era of desert racing in the United States.

Lofton, Binnquist Post Top Qualifying Times for 2024 Parker 400

Justin Lofton and Bruce Binnquist were Thursday’s top qualifiers for the 2024 Parker 400, as race events commenced for the opening round of the UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series season. The afternoon saw racers from numerous combined car, truck, and UTV classes take on a seven-mile qualifying course to set their places in the starting order for Friday’s Limited Race and Saturday’s Unlimited Race.

Rugged Radios Joins UNLTD Off-Road Racing as 2024 Series Partner

Expanding on a relationship that has lasted for more than a decade across multiple series events, UNLTD Off-Road Racing officials are pleased to welcome Rugged Radios as an official series partner for the inaugural 2024 season. Rugged Radios will be on hand for all three of this year’s events, including the Parker 400 on January 10-14, BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 on March 6-10, and California 300 on October 2-6. Last year, Rugged Radios served as Official Communications Partner of the 2023 Mint 400 and celebrated its 10th annual Driver Meet and Greet in downtown Las Vegas, as well as a supporting sponsor of the California 300.

King Shocks Teams Up With UNLTD Off-Road Racing as 2024 Series Sponsor

Expanding on a relationship that has extended through multiple series events, UNLTD Off-Road Racing is pleased to welcome King Shocks as an official sponsor of the series’ inaugural 2024 season. A longtime partner of the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 and a founding sponsor of the California 300, King Shocks’ relationship with UNLTD will now cover all three of its events, starting with the Parker 400 later this week.

BlueWater Casino and Resort Hotel to Host The Parker 400!

Unlimited Off-Road Racing announced today that the BlueWater Resort & Casino has been named the official Host Hotel for The Parker 400. The renowned resort promises an unparalleled experience for race fans and race teams, with its vibrant casino, delicious dining options, and newly remodeled rooms with stunning river views.

Vision Wheel Announces 2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Contingency Program

Vision Wheel, an official partner of UNLTD Off-Road Racing, will offer a contingency program for racers running with Vision wheels at this year’s Parker 400, BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400, and California 300. A total of more than $17,000 in cash will be available to racers who finish on the podium in the Unlimited Truck, Unlimited Truck SPEC, UTV Pro Open, UTV Pro, and UTV Pro NA classes across any of this year’s events.

Republic Services to Support the Return of The Parker 400!

Parker, Arizona – Monday, Jan 8th. Unlimited Off-Road Racing announced today that Republic Services, a global leader in environmental solutions, has joined The Parker 400 as a Supporting Sponsor. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to environmental stewardship and the preservation of the Northern Arizona desert ecosystem. Republic will be contributing an array of physical assets designed to help spectators of the race keep the area clean throughout the race weekend.

The Mighty Parker 400 Returns for 50th Anniversary Event, January 10-14

One of America’s premier off-road races makes its triumphant return on January 10-14, as the 2024 Parker 400 sees top off-road racers return to action in the Arizona desert. This year’s Parker 400 is monumental not only for its new promoters at UNLTD Off-Road Racing, who will organize the historic event for the first time as part of their inaugural 2024 championship but also for the Town of Parker itself, which will host the race for its 50th anniversary.

Conex Hub Joins 2024 Parker 400 as Supporting Sponsor

UNLTD Off-Road Racing officials are pleased to welcome Conex Hub as a supporting sponsor of the 2024 Parker 400, returning to Parker, Arizona on January 10-14. Conex Hub offers secure portable storage for residential and commercial customers in Southern California and Western Arizona, and offers nationwide container sales.

Parker 400 Festivities Kick Off With Inaugural Desert Clean-Up presented by Tread Lightly!

The return of the Parker 400 is officially imminent, as the inaugural Parker 400 Desert Clean-Up presented by Tread Lightly! brought the off-road racing and Parker communities into the Arizona desert on Saturday to pick up illegally dumped waste. When all was said, nearly one hundred volunteers removed an estimated 12 tons of trash from the desert, part of UNLTD Off-Road Racing’s commitment to promote sustainable habits and responsible public land use in the off-road community.

The Parker 400 Returns to Parker, Arizona and La Paz County!

Unlimited Off-Road Racing announced today that they are gearing up for the momentous return of the Parker 400, an event that epitomizes the spirit and passion of off-road racing - with unrivaled support from La Paz County and the Town of Parker. As the UNLTD team prepares to host the golden 50th anniversary of the iconic Parker 400 race, they paused their planning today to extend their thanks to the Town of Parker, its esteemed Mayor, the dedicated La Paz County supervisors, neighboring towns and counties, and the wonderful residents who are making this event possible.

Unlimited Off-Road Racing names Dan Beaver Grand Marshal of The Parker 400

Unlimited Off-Road Racing announced today that Off-Road legend Dan Beaver has been named Grand Marshal of the 2024 Parker 400!

Cagewrx Joins UNLTD Off-Road Racing as Official Series Sponsor

UNLTD Off-Road Racing officials are pleased to welcome Cagewrx as an official sponsor of the series for the 2024 season, kicking off January 10-14 in Parker, Arizona with the return of the Parker 400. As part of the agreement, Cagewrx will produce custom trophies for this year’s events, including the Parker 400, BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400, and California 300.

Belching Beaver celebrates the return of the Parker 400 with custom-branded beer

The Parker 400 is proud to announce its new custom branded beer with Southern California's independent brewing powerhouse Belching Beaver. Known for its Peanut Butter Milk Stout and Deftones Phantom Bride IPA, Belching Beaver will serve as the “Official Craft Beer of The Parker 400” and will be offering a custom branded limited  “Parker 400” beer available onsite at The Parker 400 on January 11th during The Parker 400 Off-Road festival downtown Parker, AZ all day as well as select stores in the Parker Area. The collectible can features custom vintage-style artwork as an homage to The Parker 400’s fifty years of off-road racing history.

Parker Oil Products joins UNLTD Off-Road Racing as Sponsor of 2024 Parker 400

UNLTD Off-Road Racing is pleased to welcome Parker Oil Products as an official partner of the 2024 Parker 400, returning to Parker, Arizona on January 10-14. Be sure to stop in the Parker Oil Products location in downtown Parker on race week to fill up on diesel and race fuel and all your lubricants for your truck, trailer, and race vehicle.

Vision Wheel Becomes Sponsor of 2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series

Vision Wheel will join UNLTD Off-Road Racing as a sponsor of the 2024 championship, series officials announced today. The season kicks off with the Parker 400, returning to Parker, Arizona on January 10-14, and continues with the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 on March 6-10 in Las Vegas and the California 400 on October 2-6 in Barstow, California.

JR Motors RV & Marine to be the Official RV Supplier of the 2024 Parker 400

UNLTD Off-Road Racing is pleased to welcome Lake Havasu City, Arizona’s JR Motors RV & Marine as the Official RV Supplier of the 2024 Parker 400, returning to Parker, Arizona on January 10-14. As part of the partnership, JR Motors will be delivering ready-to-go RVs to Parker for racers and spectators alike to experience the race from the comfort of best-in-class trailers, with rentals available online now or by calling 928-680-2886.

The UTV World Championship Expands to 3 Races as Part of the UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series

UTV manufacturers invited to participate in the UNLTD Off-Road Racing UTV World Championship Manufacturers Cup

The Parker 400 & Colorado River Indian Tribes (CRIT) Partner to Return Off-Road Racing to the Gauntlet

RacingTraX to Provide Tracking Services for 2024 UNLTD Season

UNLTD joins SFI Foundation and continues partnership with Motorsports Safety Solutions

Preliminary Parker 400 Schedule of Events

The Parker 400 Off-Road Race returns to Parker, Arizona January 10th-14th. The preliminary Schedule of Events has been announced as teams begin to make plans for the first off-road race in Parker since 2022. The event also marks the 50th anniversary of its first running in 1971.

Off-Road Icon Ivan Stewart Named Grand Marshal of the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400

The Mint 400 announced today that Off-Road legend Ivan Stewart has been named Grand Marshal of the 2024 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400! Stewart, a three-time Mint 400 Class Champion, and four-time Mint and Nissan  400 Overall Champion has now been added to the illustrious list of renowned celebrities and racers who have had the privilege of serving as the grand marshal for "The Great American Off-Road Race" since its debut in 1968. To inaugurate a week filled with exciting Mint 400 off-road racing activities, he will spearhead "The 11th Annual Mint 400 Vehicle Procession" on Wednesday, March 6th, starting at 4pm along Las Vegas Blvd.

Camburg Engineering and MagnaFlow join Unlimited Off-Road Racing as Series Sponsors

The MagnaFlow Group’s brands Camburg Engineering and MagnaFlow have come on board the newly formed Unlimited Off-Road Racing program as series sponsors.

Adam Householder Wins 2023 California 300 Unlimited Race

It came down to the final lap after impressive performances by both drivers, but Adam Householder came out ahead of Eric Hardin in an intense Unlimited Truck battle in the California 300 on Sunday. After four brutal laps and more than 300 miles of action in the Barstow desert, Householder made it to the finish line in 6:12:03, clearing Hardin for the overall victory by just over 10 minutes.

Brayden Baker Wins 2023 California 300 Limited Race

After an afternoon of thrilling action in the Barstow desert, Brayden Baker found himself atop the final standings in the 2023 California 300 UTV and Limited Race when the dust finally settled. With a final time of 5:18:28, Baker finished more than 12 minutes ahead of runner-up Sierra Romo in both their class and the overall standings, taking over the lead on the final lap after running towards the front all day.

Future Stars of Off-Road Racing on Display in 2023 California 300 Youth Races

The 2023 California 300 brought some of the brightest young talents in off-road out to the Barstow desert for a full slate of Youth races, and the kids took full advantage of the opportunity by putting on an exciting show on Saturday morning. Brothers Jameson and Jackson Mandle came out on top of the respective races, winning the Youth 170 Open and Youth 250 classes respectively, while Paxton Grinolds and Cooper Heald earned class victories of their own.

Hardin, Binnquist Top Qualifiers for 2023 California 300

2023 Mint 400 Unlimited Truck winner Eric Hardin and UNLTD Off-Road Racing UTV Pro Turbo points leader Bruce Binnquist topped Friday’s qualifying sessions for the 2023 California 300 in their respective groups. Hardin’s 7:50.081 was more than four seconds better than anyone else in the car and truck groups, while Binnquist’s 8:24.425 paced the UTV divisions as he took top qualifying honors for the second year in a row.

Mason Cotter Wins 2023 California 300 Youth 1000 Race

After finishing on the podium here last year, Mason Cotter finished two spots better in his second attempt at the California 300 Youth 1000 Race on Friday. Cotter would take the checkered flag over 2022 winner Chaden Zane Minder, starting his sixth lap prior to the timed cutoff as Minder and the rest of the remaining field would complete their fifth lap after the clock ran out.

Preston Campbell Wins Inaugural California 300 Motorcycle Race

JCR/Honda rider Preston Campbell was untouchable in the Barstow desert on Friday morning, winning the inaugural California 300 Motorcycle Race with an unofficial time across the line of 4:21:22. On a course designed by his father, 2018 Off-Road Motorsport Hall of Fame inductee Johnny Campbell, the younger Campbell ushered in the return of bikes to the high desert with a blistering pace ahead of Barstow native and runner-up Matthew Combs.

California 300 Weekend Kicks Off With Second Annual Poker Run, Off-Road Festival

The second annual California 300 is in full swing in Barstow, as Thursday morning’s second annual California 300 Poker Run opened the course to the general public before three full days of racing on Friday through Sunday, and finishers were greeted by the Off-Road Festival on the Start/Finish Midway. Hundreds of off-road enthusiasts got to hit the desert in pre-runners, UTVs, and other non-race machines, making five pre-determined stops along their lap of the course to make the best poker hand and try to win cash and prizes, before checking out dozens of the biggest brands in the sport on the midway.

Polaris Returns as Supporting Sponsor of 2023 California 300

Extending a longstanding relationship with Martelli Brothers-produced events, Polaris will return as an official partner of the 2023 California 300, coming to Barstow, California on October 4-8. Headlined by the dozens of Polaris RZRs that will compete in the action itself, Polaris will have an extensive presence throughout the Great Golden State Off-Road Race.

Impact Canopy Joins 2023 California 300 as Supporting Sponsor

After multiple years of partnering with the Mint 400, Impact Canopy will extend its relationship with the Martelli Brothers to the California 300 for the first time in 2023, event officials announced today. Impact Canopy products will be on display on the start/finish line midway in Barstow as part of California 300 race week from October 4-8, as well as helping to bring California 300 branding to life throughout the midway and race course.

Second Annual California 300 Off-Road Race Returns to Barstow October 4-8

After a highly successful debut that marked the return of desert racing to Southern California last October, the California 300 Off-Road Race is set to return to Barstow, CA, from October 4-8. The event will attract hundreds of competitors, tens of thousands of fans, and many of the sport’s biggest brands. Attendees can look forward to a jam-packed weekend featuring off-road racing, camping, and entertainment.

Assault Industries Back as Official Trophy Sponsor of 2023 California 300

Continuing a relationship that extends through numerous Martelli Brothers events, California 300 officials are pleased to announce that Assault Industries will once again be the Official Trophy Sponsor of this year’s event. Top finishers in the 2023 California 300, returning to Barstow, California on October 4-8, will once again receive custom-built trophies from Assault, while fans and racers alike will get to see both the trophies and Assault Industries UTV accessories on the Start/Finish Line Midway all race week long.

King Shocks Returns as Supporting Sponsor of 2023 California 300

For the second consecutive year, King Shocks will return to the 2023 California 300 as a supporting sponsor, event officials announced today. King will be on hand on the Start/Finish Line Midway throughout race week, which returns to Barstow, California on October 4-8, while King-equipped racers will compete for race victories throughout numerous classes.

200 Volunteers Take on California 300 Desert Clean-Up presented by Tread Lightly!

Festivities for the second annual California 300 are officially underway, as Saturday’s Desert Clean-Up presented by Tread Lightly! kicked off the return of off-road racing to Barstow, California. A passionate crew of 200 volunteers spent the morning just south of downtown Barstow cleaning up five tons of trash from the event staging area in preparation for next week’s race action.

Dixxon Flannel Signs On as Supporting Sponsor of 2023 California 300

California 300 officials are pleased to announce that Dixxon Flannel has joined the roster of supporting sponsors for this year’s event, which will return to Barstow, California on October 4-8. As part of the activation, Dixxon will support California 300 racers with gear and apparel discounts.

Vision Wheel to Serve as Supporting Sponsor of 2023 California 300

For the second consecutive year, Vision Wheel will serve as a supporting sponsor of the California 300, event officials announced today. Vision’s line of off-road wheels and merchandise will be on display in the midway at this year’s event, which will return to Barstow, California on October 4-8, while numerous Vision-backed racers are expected to be on the entry list of hundreds of off-road racers competing for the win.

Heat Wave Visual Back at California 300 as Supporting Sponsor for Second Consecutive Year

For the second consecutive year, California 300 officials are pleased to announce that Heat Wave Visual will be a supporting sponsor of the Great Golden State Off-Road Race. Heat Wave will be on hand on the start/finish line midway in Barstow during race week on October 4-8, showcasing a full line of custom sunglasses and apparel that reflect the best and boldest in off-road culture. Heat Wave will also back numerous racers competing throughout the event.

Rugged Radios to Serve as Supporting Sponsor of 2023 California 300

Rugged Radios returns to the California 300 as a supporting sponsor of the 2023 edition of the race, event officials announced today. For the second consecutive year, Rugged Radios will be on hand on the midway in Barstow during race week on October 4-8, while many of the top off-road racers in the world will utilize Rugged Radios for key race communications during the Great Golden State Off-Road Race.

Rockford Fosgate Returns to 2023 California 300 as Supporting Sponsor

California 300 officials are pleased to announce the return of Rockford Fosgate® as a supporting sponsor for the second consecutive year. Rockford Fosgate® will be showcasing their line of purpose-built audio products at the midway during this year’s event, which will return to Barstow, California on October 4-8. In addition, the Rockford Fosgate® Polaris Ranger will be back on hand to share free merchandise with off-road racing fans!

Belching Beaver Brewery Returns to 2023 California 300 with Official Beer

For the second consecutive year, Belching Beaver Brewery will produce the Official Beer of the California 300, event officials announced today. Once again, Belching Beaver will produce a limited edition run of Buenos Tiempos Mexican-style lager that will be available to finishers of the event, which returns to Barstow on October 4-8, and for purchase at Belching Beaver venues.

2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Rulebook

San Diego, CA August 17th 2023 - The Martelli Brothers announced today that the 2024 UNLTD Off-Road Racing Rulebook will go into effect after the 2023 California 300 this October 4-8. The goal of the announcement is to give racers adequate time to prepare and plan for the upcoming 2024 race season.

UNLTD Off-Road Racing Announces the Addition of Bikes to The California 300

The 2024 Unlimited Off-Road Racing Series Schedule

The Martelli Brothers announced their new three race spectacle of speed for the 2024 race season today. The 2024 Unlimited Off-Road Racing Series will include The Parker 400, The BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 and The California 300 off-road races.

2023 BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 a Massive Record Breaking Success!

Eric Hardin, Joe Terrana overcome deep fields for overall wins; nearly 500 entries on hand!

California 300 Race Registration Opens This Thursday at 10am PST

Race registration for the 2023 California 300 opens this Thursday, April 20th at 10am PST. The second annual race event marks the return to the well known OHV recreation, racing and testing area in Barstow, California. Race registration will once again utilize the Off-Road Racer registration system, so if you already have an Off-Road Racer profile, you are ready to register. Please review the Race Registration Guide to familiarize yourself with the process. You may pay their entry in full up front or opt to use The California 300 payment plan. There will be a draw for qualifying & race start positions in 2023.

Martelli Brothers and Dave Cole Announce New Triple Crown Series

King of the Hammers and Hammerking Productions owner and CEO Dave Cole, and The Mint 400 and The California 300 owners Matt and Josh Martelli announced today that they have structured a brand new, three-race, championship points series dubbed the “Unlimited Off-Road Racing Triple Crown Championship”. The announcement comes as King of the Hammers racers are undergoing their preparations for intense race action beginning the last weekend in January, of 2023.

California 300 UTV World Championship Youth Races Celebrate Future Off-Road Stars

The final day of action at the inaugural California 300 kicked off on Saturday morning with the UTV World Championship Youth Races, a slate of four separate rounds on the event short courses in Barstow. Dozens of talented young racers packed the entry lists, with some drivers even pulling double duty as they looked to become the first winners in the history of the new event.