By MICHAEL BOYLAN
Sports Editor

It is the dream of many young men and women to become race car drivers. There is a need for speed that transcends gender, race and creed. Previously, if this was your dream there were few outlets and opportunities. That will change as the new year approaches.

By January 1, 1999, the Richard Petty Driving Experience will be open and fully operational at Atlanta Motor Speedway. The operational office will be self sufficient with its own staff, mechanics and fleet of cars. The Petty driving experience will start with between six to eight vehicles.

"Richard Petty Driving Experience is one of the premier driving schools in the country, " AMS President and General Manager, Ed Clark said. "As the site of Richard's last race and the home of the Petty Grandstand and Petty Garden, Atlanta Motor Speedway is pleased to have this new affiliation with him." Racing is very popular in Georgia and the course should be no different.For more information call 1-800- BE- PETTY or contact Atlanta Motor Speedway at 770-707-7904.

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