Welcome to this week’s combined edition of Backfire News, Modern Car Collector, and The Auto Wire — your all-access pass to car culture, collector insights, and industry updates.

Backfire News

Residents Protest Proposed Demolition of Track for Industrial Development
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​Residents and racing supporters in South Carolina have organized protests against plans to demolish Greenville-Pickens Speedway and replace it with an industrial park development. The historic racetrack, located in Pickens County, is slated for redevelopment by SC Speedway Hwy, LLC, which has proposed constructing a 376,380-square-foot industrial building along with retail space, a gas station and a restaurant complex.

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Modern Car Collector

Double Entries for Readers: Win a 1,064-HP 2026 Corvette ZR1 with the ZTK Performance Package
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​For a limited time, readers can score double entries for a chance to win what may be the most extreme Corvette ever built — a 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 equipped with the ZTK Performance Package and finished in Competition Yellow Tintcoat Metallic.

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The Auto Wire

Abandoned Mustang Hit by Amtrak Train​
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The crash occurred just after 6:30 p.m. near the intersection of Southeast Harrison Street and Railroad Avenue. Officers responded to reports of a black sedan stuck on the tracks. Police said they contacted railway managers in an effort to halt train traffic, but before officers arrived on scene, an Amtrak train struck the vehicle.

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Featured Amazon Find

1Pc 25th Anniversary Keychain – 1978 C3 Corvette
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​Celebrate a milestone in Corvette history with this 25th Anniversary alloy keychain designed for the iconic 1978 C3 Corvette. Crafted from durable metal alloy, this key ring features a detailed commemorative design honoring the Corvette’s 25th year — making it a perfect accessory for owners, collectors, and enthusiasts alike.

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Featured Merch

Horsepower Ruined Me Bubble-Free Sticker​
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The Horsepower Ruined Me bubble-free sticker is for anyone who can’t go back to “normal” after driving something properly fast. Once boost kicks in, revs climb, or V8 thunder shakes your spine — economy cars just don’t hit the sam

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