A Tribute to Joe Mihalic

Joe Mihalic became a racing legend in the Pittsburgh, Pa. area, and also competed in NASCAR’S Winston Cup Series.   Joe began his illustrious racing career running a jalopy at Large Speedway, located in the suburbs of Pittsburgh, in 1950.

He became a star in the Pittsburgh Racing Association, competing at tracks such as Heidelberg Raceway, South Park Speedway, Monduke Speedway, Claridge Speedway, Clinton Speedway, Motordrome, and other facilities in that era.

During his long career on short tracks, Joe raced for several car owners. He had great success with the number 60 Lou Viglione team at Heidelberg in the early 1970’s.