LAKE ODESSA, MICH. -- For the first time ever, the Super DIRTcar Big-Block Modified Series invades the state of Michigan for a high-powered 100-lap race on I96 Speedway's half-mile track Tuesday, August 7.

Drivers will compete for $7,500 first-place award, and all teams receive $600 to start the 24-car feature.

The race serves as the seventh race of the Super DIRTcar Series, immediately following the series' travel westward for its sixth race at Merritville Speedway in Thorold, Ontario, Monday, August 6.

Pit gates for the series' first Michigan race open at 3 p.m. and grandstand gates at 5 p.m. Racing is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. Tickets may be purchased by visiting www.i96speedway.com.