COLUMBIA, Mo. (February 24, 2026)—The United States Modified Touring Series (USMTS) is proud to welcome back Danny Crane Racing Engines (DCRE) as the Title Sponsor of the Hot Pit for the 2026 season.

Once again, Danny Crane Racing Engines will support drivers who need to make quick pit stops during USMTS A-Main events, continuing a partnership that directly benefits competitors throughout the grueling national tour.

Specializing in both USMTS and USRA powerplants, Danny Crane Racing Engines has built a reputation as one of the premier engine builders in dirt modified racing. Whether drivers are looking for a simple freshening or an all-new powerplant, DCRE has the experience, technology, and attention to detail needed to deliver reliable horsepower and championship-caliber performance.

Throughout the 2026 Summit USMTS National Championship season, Danny Crane Racing Engines will continue its popular 6th-place incentive program, awarding a 25% off engine refresh or rebuild certificate to drivers who finish in the 6th position during USMTS A-Main events. At season’s end, the driver who records the most 6th-place finishes will receive a $500 cash award at the USMTS Awards Banquet.

“Danny Crane Racing Engines has been a tremendous supporter of our drivers and our series,” said Vice President of Marketing Ryne Staley. “His commitment to the Hot Pit program and to rewarding competitors throughout the field makes a real difference over the course of a long season.” "Drivers needing any sort of help with your engine, be sure to reach out to DCRE."

With its renewed support for the 2026 campaign, Danny Crane Racing Engines remains a key partner in helping USMTS drivers stay competitive and reach victory lane across the nation.

For more information about Danny Crane Racing Engines, call (573) 819-5198 or visit his Facebook.

Every lap matters. Every point counts: When the green flag drops in 2026, there’s no room for mistakes. Forty-five nights. Twenty-six tracks. One champion. The road is long, the battles are brutal, and only the strongest will survive the grind of the Summit USMTS National Championship.

The Summit USMTS National Championship presented by RacinDirt kicks off its 28th season as the premier modified racing series in North America for the 2026 season.

The 2026 schedule is stacked with must-see racing from start to finish. The best of the best in dirt modified racing will battle all season long, chasing the ultimate prize of $50,000 to the USMTS National Champion.

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USMTS OFFICIAL SPONSORS:  American Racer Racing Tires, Beyea Headers, Fast Shafts, Featherlite Trailers, FK Rod Ends, KSE Racing Products, Longacre Racing Products, Malvern Bank, Mesilla Valley Transportation, Nitroquest Media, PEM Racing Gears & Drivetrain, RacinDirt, Summit Racing Equipment, VP Racing - Heartland, Wieland.

USMTS PARTICIPATING SPONSORS: Boomtest Well Service, Boubin Tire & Automotive, Brodix Cylinder Heads, Callies Performance Products, Collins Brothers Towing, Hochatown Saloon, Hodges Farms & Dredging,  Mel Hambelton Ford, PBM Performance Products, STAKT Products, YouDirt.com.

USMTS CONTINGENCY SPONSORS: AERO Race Wheels, AFCO Racing Products, Allstar Performance, Bear Graphix, Brinn, Inc., Bryke Racing, BSB Manufacturing, Champ Pans, Danny Crane Racing Engines, Driven Racing Oil, Dynamic Drivelines, Edelbrock, Gorsuch Performance Solutions, Harris Auto Racing, Hooker Harness, Hyperco, Integra Racing Shocks and Springs, JE Pistons, Keyser Manufacturing, MD3, Mel Hambelton Racing, MSD Performance, Penske Racing Shocks, QA1, Quarter Master, RacerWebsite.com, Real Racing Wheels, Rush RaceGear by Austin Witt, Simpson Performance Products, Sweet Manufacturing, Swift Springs, Sybesma Graphics, Total Power, Wehrs Machine & Racing Products, Wilwood Racing.