Tampa, FL (February 11, 2022) – For the second night in a row Brandon Sheppard had to hold his breath on the final lap with a one-lap shootout to win night four of the 2022 Wrisco Industries Winternationals Presented by Lucas Oil at East Bay Raceway Park. It was Sheppard’s third straight win in the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series-sanctioned event. Just one night earlier Sheppard survived contact with the fourth turn wall in holding off Earl Pearson Jr. and Kyle Bronson on the final lap. Friday Night Sheppard survived an attempted pass by Brandon Overton as a caution-flag came out as the two were headed to the checkers. The final restart with the white flag waving, Sheppard pulled away from Overton for his ninth career win at East Bay. Despite a heavily damaged race car Overton finished in second followed by Ashton Winger, Devin Moran, and Tim McCreadie. The first 24 laps of the race were outstanding with three drivers trading the lead four times. Sheppard led the first 11 laps until Chase Junghans took over the point for one lap before Sheppard regained the lead on lap 13. Junghans was once again out front on lap 14 until lap 21. Overton took over lead on lap 22 for two laps, but Sheppard came to life again regaining the lead for good on lap 24. In Lucas Oil Victory Lane for the 25th time in his career Sheppard came out of a terrific first half of the race to emerge victorious. “Our car was really good in the bottom at the beginning of the race. I went up to the top one time and I thought it was going to be treacherous running up there the whole time. Chase (Junghans) did a good job getting by me; it made me and Overton get up on the wheel. That was a heck of a race. Overton got by me too. Luckily in lapped traffic I was able to get back by them before the caution come out. It was a little slimy at the start, but the longer the race went the better the track got.” Overton led two laps during the mid-part of the race but came home in second to Sheppard. “Spencer (Hughes) had nowhere to go when the 10-car stuffed it in the fence. That was my only shot. Brandon wasn’t moving off the bottom. He got behind some lapped cars and went to the outside. Once I had clear vision there was a wreck in front of me. I am excited I got to race with him tonight. Every other night we have started up front and went straight backwards.”  Winger continued his impressive Georgia-Florida Speedweeks by rounding out the podium in third. “I can’t figure out how to go the first five to ten laps when I need to. I have to claw my way back and you drive by some really good cars and there’s Brandon Sheppard and Brandon Overton in front of you. It’s almost breathtaking. It’s cool to be racing with such great guys.” The winner’s Mark Richards Racing Rocket Chassis House Car is powered by a Durham Racing Engine and sponsored by Valvoline, Seubert Calf Ranches, Gunter’s Honey, Petroff Towing, Rocket Pre-Owned Motors, Sallack Well Service, Keyser Manufacturing, Integra Racing Shocks, and Ace Metal Works. Completing the top ten were Chase Junghans, Garrett Alberson, Earl Pearson Jr., Hudson O’Neal, and Ricky Thornton Jr. Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Race Summary Wrisco Industries Winternationals Presented by Lucas OilFriday, February 11th, 2022East Bay Raceway Park – Tampa, FL Allstar Performance Time TrialsFast Time Group A: Brandon Sheppard / 14.585 seconds Fast Time Group B: Brandon Overton / 14.370 seconds (overall) Penske Race Shocks Heat Race #1 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 1S-Brandon Sheppard[1]; 2. 9-Devin Moran[2]; 3. 111V-Max Blair[4]; 4. 44B-Colten Burdette[3]; 5. 2D-Dan Stone[5]; 6. 66C-Matt Cosner[6]; 7. 11AC-Trevor Collins[7]; 8. J8-Jadon Frame[10]; 9. 151-Kyle Lear[11]; 10. 27-Joe Denby[12]; 11. 1G-Ryan King[8]; 12. 71M-Pierce McCarter[9]; 13. (DNS) 5*-Bryant Dickinson Summit Racing Equipment Heat Race #2 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 18J-Chase Junghans[2]; 2. 40B-Kyle Bronson[3]; 3. 99B-Boom Briggs[5]; 4. 20-Jimmy Owens[1]; 5. 1ST-Johnny Scott[6]; 6. 4-Kody Evans[4]; 7. 81-Jason Riggs[10]; 8. 0G-Deshawn Gingerich[11]; 9. 31-Ken Monahan[12]; 10. 212-Josh Putnam[8]; 11. 25-Shane Clanton[7]; 12. 119-Chad McClellan[9] Simpson Race Products Heat Race #3 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 46-Earl Pearson Jr[2]; 2. 97-Cody Overton[1]; 3. 28E-Dennis Erb Jr[4]; 4. 33-Jeff Mathews[3]; 5. 7T-Drake Troutman[5]; 6. 6S-Blake Spencer[7]; 7. 20B-Todd Brennan[6]; 8. 2X-John Henderson[9]; 9. 130-Chase Osterhoff[11]; 10. 19M-Jason Hiett[8]; 11. 27M-Michael Lake[10]; 12. (DNS) 22R-Will Roland Ohlins Shocks Heat Race #4 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 76-Brandon Overton[1]; 2. 39-Tim McCreadie[2]; 3. 20RT-Ricky Thornton Jr[5]; 4. 58W-Mark Whitener[3]; 5. 58-Garrett Alberson[4]; 6. 1R-Josh Richards[7]; 7. 2S-Stormy Scott[6]; 8. 99-Kyle Hardy[8]; 9. 0H-Dale Hollidge[9]; 10. 1Z-Logan Zarin[11]; 11. 16H-Clinton Hersh[12]; 12. 17SS-Brenden Smith[10]; 13. 354-Chris Nash[13] eBay Motors Heat Race #5 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 89-Ashton Winger[1]; 2. 18D-Daulton Wilson[2]; 3. 16-Tyler Bruening[4]; 4. 3S-Brian Shirley[5]; 5. 1T-Tyler Erb[7]; 6. 11-Spencer Hughes[6]; 7. 81E-Tanner English[3]; 8. 76B-Blair Nothdurft[8]; 9. 3-Brennon Willard[12]; 10. 6T-Tim Dohm[11]; 11. 94-Jason Miller[9]; 12. 0K-Freddie Carpenter[10] Super Clean Heat Race #6 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 10-Garrett Smith[1]; 2. 71-Hudson O’Neal[3]; 3. 11R-Josh Rice[4]; 4. 48-Colton Flinner[2]; 5. 0J-Jake O’Neil[7]; 6. 99JR-Frank Heckenast Jr[5]; 7. 4G-Bob Gardner[11]; 8. 16N-Brian Nuttall Jr[9]; 9. 93-Mason Oberkramer[6]; 10. KB0-Kerry King[10]; 11. 6B-Adam Boyd[12]; 12. (DNS) 7-Ross Robinson Fast Shafts B-Main #1 Finish (10 Laps, Top 2 Transfer): 1. 1ST-Johnny Scott[4]; 2. 44B-Colten Burdette[1]; 3. 20-Jimmy Owens[2]; 4. 2D-Dan Stone[3]; 5. 11AC-Trevor Collins[7]; 6. 4-Kody Evans[6]; 7. 1G-Ryan King[15]; 8. 66C-Matt Cosner[5]; 9. 151-Kyle Lear[11]; 10. 31-Ken Monahan[12]; 11. 0G-Deshawn Gingerich[10]; 12. 27-Joe Denby[13]; 13. 5*-Bryant Dickinson[19]; 14. 71M-Pierce McCarter[17]; 15. J8-Jadon Frame[9]; 16. 25-Shane Clanton[16]; 17. (DNS) 81-Jason Riggs; 18. (DNS) 212-Josh Putnam; 19. (DNS) 119-Chad McClellan UNOH B-Main #2 Finish (10 Laps, Top 2 Transfer): 1. 58W-Mark Whitener[2]; 2. 58-Garrett Alberson[4]; 3. 1R-Josh Richards[6]; 4. 7T-Drake Troutman[3]; 5. 6S-Blake Spencer[5]; 6. 2S-Stormy Scott[8]; 7. 2X-John Henderson[9]; 8. 20B-Todd Brennan[7]; 9. 99-Kyle Hardy[10]; 10. 33-Jeff Mathews[1]; 11. 1Z-Logan Zarin[14]; 12. 0H-Dale Hollidge[12]; 13. 130-Chase Osterhoff[11]; 14. 22R-Will Roland[17]; 15. 27M-Michael Lake[15]; 16. 17SS-Brenden Smith[18]; 17. 16H-Clinton Hersh[16]; 18. (DNS) 19M-Jason Hiett; 19. (DNS) 354-Chris Nash DirtonDirt.com B-Main #3 Finish (10 Laps, Top 2 Transfer): 1. 99JR-Frank Heckenast Jr[6]; 2. 1T-Tyler Erb[3]; 3. 81E-Tanner English[7]; 4. 11-Spencer Hughes[5]; 5. 48-Colton Flinner[2]; 6. 76B-Blair Nothdurft[9]; 7. 93-Mason Oberkramer[12]; 8. 7-Ross Robinson[18]; 9. 16N-Brian Nuttall Jr[10]; 10. 4G-Bob Gardner[8]; 11. 6B-Adam Boyd[16]; 12. 3-Brennon Willard[11]; 13. 94-Jason Miller[15]; 14. 3S-Brian Shirley[1]; 15. (DNS) 0J-Jake O’Neil; 16. (DNS) 6T-Tim Dohm; 17. (DNS) KB0-Kerry King; 18. (DNS) 0K-Freddie Carpenter Lucas Oil Feature Finish (50 Laps):

Race StatisticsEntrants: 74Lap Leaders: Brandon Sheppard (Laps 1 – 11); Chase Junghans (Lap 12); Brandon Sheppard (Lap13); Chase Junghans (Laps 14 – 21); Brandon Overton (Laps 22 – 23); Brandon Sheppard (Laps 24 – 50)Wrisco Feature Winner: Brandon SheppardArizona Sport Shirts Crown Jewel Cup Feature Winner: n/aBrandon Ford TV Challenge Feature Winner: Brandon SheppardMargin of Victory: 1.142 secondsStop-Tech Cautions: Devin Moran (Lap 29); Max Blair, Tyler Erb (Lap 33); Johnny Scott (Lap 35); Tyler Bruening (Lap 35 restart); Boom Briggs, Devin Moran (L35 restart); Daulton Wilson (Lap 36); Garrett Smith, Spencer Hughes (Lap 49)Series Provisionals: Jimmy Owens, Tyler ErbFast Time Provisional: n/aSeries Emergency Provisionals: Shane Clanton, Stormy Scott, Spencer Hughes, Ross RobinsonTrack Provisionals: n/aBig River Steel Podium Top 3: Brandon Sheppard, Brandon Overton, Ashton WingerPenske Shocks Top 5: Brandon Sheppard, Brandon Overton, Ashton Winger, Devin Moran, Tim McCreadieOptima Batteries Hard Charger of the Race: Garrett Alberson (Advanced 16 Positions)Midwest Sheet Metal Spoiler Challenge Point Leader: Brandon SheppardHot Rod Processing Most Laps Led: Brandon Sheppard (39 Laps)Sunoco Race for Gas Highest Finisher: Brandon SheppardO’Reilly Auto Parts Rookie of the Race: n/aDirty Girl Racewear Fastest Lap of the Race: Chase Junghans (Lap 11 – 16.445 seconds)DirtonDirt.com Tough Break of the Race: Spencer HughesOuterwears Crew Chief of the Race: Danny White (Brandon Sheppard)ARP Engine Builder of the Race: Durham Racing EnginesMiller Multimatic Chassis Builder of the Race: Rocket ChassisDirt Draft Fastest in Hot Laps: Garrett Smith (14.701 seconds)Time of Race: 36 minutes 34 seconds Lucas Oil Championship Point Standings:

Wrisco Industries Winternationals Points:

*Results are unofficial until Close of Business on the Tuesday following Race Day*

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (February 11, 2022) – Progressive American Flat Track is excited to announce that, for the first time in nearly a decade, Parts Unlimited AFT Singles presented by KICKER will compete alongside the Mission SuperTwins presented by S&Sand Mission Production Twins presented by Vance & Hines classes at the “World’s Fastest Mile” when the series arrives at the Illinois State Fairgrounds for the Springfield Mile I & II on September 3-4.

The Springfield Mile represents the crown jewel of the annual Progressive AFT calendar. That distinction has been earned not just by its long history and packed grandstands, but also by the incredible nature of the racing it reliably produces. Many of the most memorable races in series history have taken place at the Springfield Mile since the historic race was first held in 1937, including strategic showdowns, come-from-behind shockers, and underdog upsets. The return of the Parts Unlimited AFT Singles class, which is renowned for its spectacular action, should only add to that record.

This year marks the start of a new era for another reason as well, as Kiesow Racing and the Illinois Motorcycle Dealers Association (IMDA) have passed the torch to Mees Promotions following four successful decades promoting the legendary race.

Fans can purchase their tickets for the 107th and 108th running of the Springfield Mile during the 2022 Labor Day Weekend extravaganza today by visiting https://store.americanflattrack.com/ebooking/ticket/view/id/3668. A range of ticket options are available, starting at just $20 per day (with free options available for kids 12 and under) up to a VIP Experience including a Premier Reserved Seat and Paddock Access. For those that want to join the action in the pits and see the stars of the sport up close and personal, Paddock Upgrades are also available for $40.

Progressive AFT will kick off the 2022 season with the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II doubleheader during Daytona Bike Week on Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 at Volusia Speedway Park. Secure your tickets to the season opener now at https://store.americanflattrack.com/ebooking/ticket/view/id/3666.

Catch the livestream of all the weekend’s racing activities free via Facebook up until Opening Ceremonies. Fans can then purchase access to watch Opening Ceremonies, Semis, Main Events and podium celebrations via Facebook Paid Online Events for $3.99 if purchased 24 hours or more in advance, or $4.99 if purchased on the day of the event at https://fb.me/e/26cQK9F92 and https://fb.me/e/12xTuF3oF.

FOX Sports coverage of the Mission Volusia Half-Mile I & II will premiere back-to-back on FS1 on Sunday, March 20, starting at 11:00 a.m. ET/8:00 a.m. PT.

For more information on Progressive AFT visit To score the latest gear for the Progressive American Flat Track fan, visit our official merchandise store at https://store.americanflattrack.com.

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FOX Sports and Facebook are the official homes for coverage of Progressive American Flat Track. For the 2022 season, all 18 races will premiere in one-hour telecasts on FS1 during highly desirable weekend time slots. The complete schedule can be viewed at https://www.americanflattrack.com/events-foxsports. Viewers can watch livestream coverage of every round in the Facebook mobile app, Facebook desktop site or on the Facebook Watch mobile app. To watch the livestream on TV, fans can download the Facebook Watch TV app, or cast to a TV from the Facebook mobile app. Facebook Watch is available through Apple TV, Samsung Smart TV, Amazon Fire TV, Chromecast, and Xbox One.

Schatz Beats Larson to Score 23rd Career DIRTcar Nationals Win at Volusia

BARBERVILLE, FL – February 10, 2022 – Pearl Jam once sang “I don’t know whether I’m the boxer or the bag,” and the same could be thought of Donny Schatz’s whirlwind 2021 season with the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series.

When it comes to 2022, though, there’s no denying which end of the spectrum the 10-time champion is starting on; he’s the boxer, and he’s ready to reclaim the world title that was bestowed upon him for years.

The box score will show Schatz led all 25 laps of Thursday’s season-opening affair at Volusia Speedway Park, but it was anything but a snoozer as he methodically maneuvered the challenging 1/2-mile and had to fend off reigning NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson on the final restart.

Speaking on the surface, Schatz offered a one-liner to the roar of the crowd as he noted “I’d rather land on the other side of the fence than run second.” It almost felt like a rejuvenated Donny emerged from the cockpit, especially so with his personal favorite yellow scheme back on the #15.

In the end, Schatz’s symbolic win is like a light at the end of the tunnel when it comes to the tedious task of researching, developing, and mastering the Ford Performance Stewart 410 engine. After a rollercoaster process of getting this program off the ground, the FPS410 appears more reliable and more powerful than ever.

Another element of that is the off-season restructuring of Tony Stewart/Curb-Agajanian Racing with Steve “Scuba” Swenson, Todd Devnich, and Ayrton Olson working on the Advance Auto Parts, Carquest Auto Parts, Sage Fruit #15 this season.

For the 44-year-old native of Fargo, ND, it was another night to pad the stats as he secured his 303rd career win with The Greatest Show on Dirt with 14 of those coming in World of Outlaws action and 24 in total under the DIRTcar Nationals banner.

“It all starts with night one and you really need to get that first win out of the way as soon as possible,” Schatz said after his fifth career season-opening victory. “Starting on the outside was a blessing for us with the way it rolled out. I didn’t want to run down in the rough stuff, but there at the end I knew I had to if I wanted to win.”

“It’s been a big change,” he detailed on the continued expansion at TSR. “These guys have never lost focus, though, and I think we’ve been showing how much better we are. One of the parts about this sport that still drives me is our partners, they’re always by our side win or lose. It makes it more special when we deliver the wins they deserve.”

Chasing Schatz to the stripe on Thursday night was Kyle Larson of Elk Grove, CA aboard Paul Silva’s Finley Farms, HendrickCars.com #57. The Hendrick Motorsports superstar advanced from sixth to second and cleared Schatz with a Lap 26 slidejob, but didn’t have enough to hold off the #15 as they raced wheel-to-wheel down the backstretch.

Finishing 1.542-seconds behind, the 24-time World of Outlaws winner earned his 16th runner-up result with the Series. It was the seventh time that Larson fell short against Schatz – more than double any other driver – and also meant his winless record at Volusia Speedway Park will extend at least one more race.

“It was elbows up,” Larson said with a smile. “I think growing up in California really paid off for me tonight because I’m used to seeing choppy tracks with ruts and being forced to get up on the wheel against some aggressive character. I three what I had at Donny, but I think we needed lap traffic maybe. It was a fun race, hopefully we can be one spot better tomorrow.”

Closing out the podium was Aaron Reutzel of Clute, TX, who put together a stellar season-opening bid for the Ridge & Son Racing #8 team. With a new Mobil1 partnership and the Toyota Racing Development 410 engine under the hood, A-Aron started the night in perfect fashion.

He earned Slick Woody’s QuickTime, won his NOS Energy Drink Heat Race, topped the DIRTVision Fast Pass Dash, and ultimately finished third in the DIRTcar Nationals Feature.

“What a great start for this team,” Reutzel happily mentioned. “I knew Donny wasn’t going to duck in behind me, and that was my fear of losing the lead at the start. I thought I was coming at one point in lap traffic, but then I started fading as the fuel load fell off. Once Kyle got me it changed the race for us. We’ll take what we learned and hopefully get up there on top tomorrow.”

Rounding out the top-five was Big Game Motorsports pilot David Gravel in fourth and Dillsburg, PA’s Anthony Macri in fifth.

Finishing out the top-10 on Thursday night was Justin Peck & Buch Motorsports in sixth, Shark Racing’s Logan Schuchart in seventh, Clauson-Marshall Racing’s Tyler Courtney in eighth, James McFadden & Roth Motorsports in ninth, and Stenhouse Jr. / Marshall Racing’s Sheldon Haudenschild in tenth with KSE Hard Charger honors.

UP NEXT (Fri-Sat) – The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series has two nights left at the 51st DIRTcar Nationals with races scheduled for Friday & Saturday at Volusia Speedway Park in Barberville, FL. Gates open at 4pm with DIRTVision covering every lap live for those at home.

NOS Energy Drink Feature (25 Laps) – 1. 15-Donny Schatz [2][$10,000]; 2. 57-Kyle Larson [6][$6,000]; 3. 8-Aaron Reutzel [1][$3,500]; 4. 2-David Gravel [4][$2,800]; 5. 39M-Anthony Macri [3][$2,500]; 6. 13-Justin Peck [9][$2,300]; 7. 1S-Logan Schuchart [16][$2,200]; 8. 7BC-Tyler Courtney [5][$2,100]; 9. 83-James McFadden [11][$2,050]; 10. 17-Sheldon Haudenschild [20][$2,000]; 11. 11-Kerry Madsen [14][$1,600]; 12. 19-Brent Marks [15][$1,400]; 13. 41-Carson Macedo [7][$1,200]; 14. 26-Cory Eliason [18][$1,100]; 15. 48-Danny Dietrich [13][$1,050]; 16. 49-Brad Sweet [12][$1,000]; 17. 3Z-Brock Zearfoss [23][$1,000]; 18. 5-Spencer Bayston [19][$1,000]; 19. 9-Kasey Kahne [10][$1,000]; 20. 7S-Jason Sides [22][$1,000]; 21. 55-Alex Bowman [17][$1,000]; 22. 11K-Kraig Kinser [24][$]; 23. 1A-Jacob Allen [8][$1,000]; 24. 3-Ayrton Gennetten [21][$1,000]; 25. 6-Bill Rose [25][$]; 26. 18-Giovanni Scelzi [26][$1,000]. Lap Leaders: Donny Schatz 1-25. KSE Hard Charger Award: 17-Sheldon Haudenschild[+10]

NEW Championship Standings (Through 1/88 Races) – 1. Donny Schatz (150); 2. Kyle Larson (-4); 3. Aaron Reutzel (-6); 4. David Gravel (-8); 5. Anthony Macri (-10); 6. Justin Peck (-12); 7. Logan Schuchart (-14); 8. Tyler Courtney (-16); 9. James McFadden (-18); 10. Sheldon Haudenschild (-20).

Tampa, FL (February 10, 2022) – Brandon Sheppard escaped with a win on Thursday Night at East Bay Raceway Park as the 29-year-old Illinois driver nearly gave away a sure-fire victory when he got into the fourth turn wall heading to the white-flag. Sheppard recovered quickly enough to hold off Earl Pearson Jr. and Kyle Bronson who were bearing down on him. It was Sheppard’s second-straight win in the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series-sanctioned Wrisco Industries Winternationals Presented by Lucas Oil at “The Clay by the Bay.” Pearson recorded his best series finish of the campaign. Bronson charged from his 16th starting spot for the second night in a row as he came home in third after finishing in fourth on Wednesday Night. Pearson was 0.516 seconds behind the winner and Bronson was just 0.641 seconds behind Sheppard at the finish line in a close ending. Devin Moran crossed the line in fourth followed by Hudson O’Neal, who wound up fifth after starting 17th. Brandon Overton took the lead at the start of the 40-lap main event, and it looked like it was going to be his night again at East Bay as he and Pearson ran 1-2 for the first 20 laps of the race. Just past the halfway mark the complexion of the race changed for Overton as he saw Brian Shirley get by both him and Pearson to take over the lead on lap 21. One lap later Sheppard took over the point as Overton started to fade. A caution with two laps to go set up a green-white-checker finish which proved to be almost detrimental to Sheppard after the hitting the wall in turn four he stayed against the concrete for most of the front stretch, but he able to right the ship just in time. In Lucas Oil Victory Lane for the 24th time in his career Sheppard felt relieved that the race was over. “I thought I gave that one away that was a crazy race for sure,” said Sheppard, who started eighth in the race. “I got rolling pretty good on the top there early in the race. As long as I was passing guys I was going to stay up there. I got the lead and my crew told me I was good to just stay up there so I just kept going.”  “I am just super thankful. We have had a really fast car all of Speedweeks, it’s finally starting to come together for us. I want to thank all of the fans. Hopefully, we put on a good show for them. We had a fast car there and we almost gave it away. But we ended up getting it done so that’s awesome and I am super-proud of my team. Hopefully, we can do it again tomorrow night.” Pearson driving the Jason Papich – owned team was not close enough to Sheppard when the leader bounced off the wall on the final lap coming up just short of his first series win since 2020. “I just run around the bottom. That’s where I usually like to race. I knew he (Sheppard) would be tough on the top there. He made a little of a mistake there which he usually doesn’t do. After that he didn’t make any more mistakes on that last lap. We got close to him. There is no doubt he’s tough here. He has won a lot of races here.” Bronson put on a show again for home-track fans taking third. “I didn’t get a good-enough restart there at the end. It was a driver mistake there. I just didn’t fire off like I should have. When he (Sheppard) made the mistake, I wasn’t there to pounce on it. That’s the way it goes we will just take it a learn from it. We will work on the car some more tomorrow and hopefully we will be a couple more spots better. I overheated the right rear tire there. I was married to the top. I grew up here, this is where I cut my teeth at racing street stocks.” The winner’s Mark Richards Racing Rocket Chassis House Care is powered by a Durham Racing Engine is sponsored by Valvoline, Seubert Calf Ranches, Ace Metal Works, Gunter’s Honey, Petroff Towing, Keyser Manufacturing, Sallack Well Services, Integra Racing Shocks, and Rocket Pre-Owned Motors. Completing the top ten were Max Blair, Tyler Erb, Daulton Wilson, Ashton Winger, and Brian Shirley. Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Race Summary Wrisco Industries Winternationals Presented by Lucas OilThursday, February 10th, 2022East Bay Raceway Park – Tampa, FL Allstar Performance Time TrialsFast Time Group A: Garrett Smith / 14.429 seconds Fast Time Group B: Brandon Overton / 14.394 seconds (overall) Penske Race Shocks Heat Race #1 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 10-Garrett Smith[1]; 2. 111V-Max Blair[2]; 3. 11-Spencer Hughes[3]; 4. 20-Jimmy Owens[6]; 5. 76B-Blair Nothdurft[5]; 6. 4G-Bob Gardner[9]; 7. 27M-Michael Lake[11]; 8. 130-Chase Osterhoff[12]; 9. 7T-Drake Troutman[8]; 10. 31-Ken Monahan[13]; 11. 94-Jason Miller[7]; 12. 0H-Dale Hollidge[4]; 13. 0J-Jake O’Neil[10] Summit Racing Equipment Heat Race #2 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 46-Earl Pearson Jr[1]; 2. 9-Devin Moran[4]; 3. 18D-Daulton Wilson[3]; 4. 44B-Colten Burdette[2]; 5. 7-Ross Robinson[6]; 6. 58W-Mark Whitener[5]; 7. 0K-Freddie Carpenter[11]; 8. 18J-Chase Junghans[7]; 9. 1G-Ryan King[8]; 10. 0G-Deshawn Gingerich[10]; 11. 151-Kyle Lear[12]; 12. 16H-Clinton Hersh[9]; 13. 5*-Bryant Dickinson[13] Simpson Race Products Heat Race #3 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 3S-Brian Shirley[1]; 2. 28E-Dennis Erb Jr[2]; 3. 71-Hudson O’Neal[4]; 4. 58-Garrett Alberson[3]; 5. 48-Colton Flinner[5]; 6. 93-Mason Oberkramer[6]; 7. 20B-Todd Brennan[7]; 8. 22R-Will Roland[10]; 9. 6T-Tim Dohm[9]; 10. 17SS-Brenden Smith[12]; 11. 6B-Adam Boyd[11]; 12. 71M-Pierce McCarter[8] Ohlins Shocks Heat Race #4 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 76-Brandon Overton[1]; 2. 1S-Brandon Sheppard[2]; 3. 25-Shane Clanton[3]; 4. 99B-Boom Briggs[5]; 5. 6S-Blake Spencer[4]; 6. 11R-Josh Rice[7]; 7. 66C-Matt Cosner[8]; 8. 2X-John Henderson[10]; 9. 4-Kody Evans[9]; 10. 26JR-Jimmy Sharpe Jr[11]; 11. 16N-Brian Nuttall Jr[6]; 12. 3B-Billy Boyd Sr[13]; 13. J8-Jadon Frame[12] eBay Motors Heat Race #5 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 89-Ashton Winger[1]; 2. 16-Tyler Bruening[2]; 3. 40B-Kyle Bronson[4]; 4. 97-Cody Overton[3]; 5. 1ST-Johnny Scott[6]; 6. 81-Jason Riggs[7]; 7. 99-Kyle Hardy[5]; 8. 2S-Stormy Scott[8]; 9. 503-Jason Miles[9]; 10. 11AC-Trevor Collins[10]; 11. 119-Chad McClellan[11]; 12. 27-Joe Denby[12] Super Clean Heat Race #6 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 39-Tim McCreadie[1]; 2. 81E-Tanner English[2]; 3. 20RT-Ricky Thornton Jr[5]; 4. 212-Josh Putnam[3]; 5. 99JR-Frank Heckenast Jr[8]; 6. 33-Jeff Mathews[4]; 7. 1T-Tyler Erb[9]; 8. 2D-Dan Stone[6]; 9. 19M-Jason Hiett[7]; 10. 1Z-Logan Zarin[10]; 11. KB0-Kerry King[11]; 12. 354-Chris Nash[12] Fast Shafts B-Main #1 Finish (10 Laps, Top 2 Transfer): 1. 44B-Colten Burdette[2]; 2. 7-Ross Robinson[4]; 3. 18J-Chase Junghans[10]; 4. 76B-Blair Nothdurft[1]; 5. 4G-Bob Gardner[3]; 6. 58W-Mark Whitener[6]; 7. 0K-Freddie Carpenter[8]; 8. 0J-Jake O’Neil[17]; 9. 27M-Michael Lake[5]; 10. 1G-Ryan King[12]; 11. 130-Chase Osterhoff[7]; 12. 151-Kyle Lear[16]; 13. 31-Ken Monahan[11]; 14. 5*-Bryant Dickinson[19]; 15. 0G-Deshawn Gingerich[14]; 16. (DNS) 7T-Drake Troutman; 17. (DNS) 94-Jason Miller; 18. (DNS) 0H-Dale Hollidge; 19. (DNS) 16H-Clinton Hersh UNOH B-Main #2 Finish (10 Laps, Top 2 Transfer): 1. 58-Garrett Alberson[1]; 2. 99B-Boom Briggs[2]; 3. 48-Colton Flinner[3]; 4. 20B-Todd Brennan[7]; 5. 66C-Matt Cosner[8]; 6. 4-Kody Evans[12]; 7. 6T-Tim Dohm[11]; 8. 22R-Will Roland[9]; 9. 26JR-Jimmy Sharpe Jr[14]; 10. 16N-Brian Nuttall Jr[16]; 11. 17SS-Brenden Smith[13]; 12. J8-Jadon Frame[19]; 13. 6B-Adam Boyd[15]; 14. 93-Mason Oberkramer[5]; 15. 71M-Pierce McCarter[17]; 16. 2X-John Henderson[10]; 17. 11R-Josh Rice[6]; 18. 6S-Blake Spencer[4]; 19. (DNS) 3B-Billy Boyd Sr DirtonDirt.com B-Main #3 Finish (10 Laps, Top 2 Transfer): 1. 1ST-Johnny Scott[3]; 2. 212-Josh Putnam[2]; 3. 97-Cody Overton[1]; 4. 81-Jason Riggs[5]; 5. 33-Jeff Mathews[6]; 6. 99-Kyle Hardy[7]; 7. 99JR-Frank Heckenast Jr[4]; 8. 119-Chad McClellan[15]; 9. 11AC-Trevor Collins[13]; 10. 19M-Jason Hiett[12]; 11. 503-Jason Miles[11]; 12. KB0-Kerry King[16]; 13. 1Z-Logan Zarin[14]; 14. 27-Joe Denby[17]; 15. 1T-Tyler Erb[8]; 16. 2D-Dan Stone[10]; 17. 354-Chris Nash[18]; 18. (DNS) 2S-Stormy Scott Lucas Oil Feature Finish (40 Laps):

Race StatisticsEntrants: 75Lap Leaders: Brandon Overton (Laps 1 – 20); Brian Shirley (Lap 21); Brandon Sheppard (Laps 22 – 40)Wrisco Feature Winner: Brandon SheppardArizona Sport Shirts Crown Jewel Cup Feature Winner: n/aBrandon Ford TV Challenge Feature Winner: Brandon SheppardMargin of Victory: 0.516 secondsStop-Tech Cautions: Ricky Thornton Jr (Lap 3); Ross Robinson (Lap 20); Spencer Hughes (Lap 23); Jimmy Owens (Lap 38)Series Provisionals: Tyler Erb, Stormy ScottFast Time Provisional: n/aSeries Emergency Provisionals: n/aTrack Provisionals: n/aBig River Steel Podium Top 3: Brandon Sheppard, Earl Pearson Jr, Kyle BronsonPenske Shocks Top 5: Brandon Sheppard, Earl Pearson Jr, Kyle Bronson, Devin Moran, Hudson O’NealOptima Batteries Hard Charger of the Race: Tyler Erb (Advanced 18 Positions)Midwest Sheet Metal Spoiler Challenge Point Leader: Devin MoranHot Rod Processing Most Laps Led: Brandon Overton (20 Laps)Sunoco Race for Gas Highest Finisher: Brandon SheppardO’Reilly Auto Parts Rookie of the Race: n/aDirty Girl Racewear Fastest Lap of the Race: Brandon Overton (Lap 3 – 16.387 seconds)DirtonDirt.com Tough Break of the Race: Spencer HughesOuterwears Crew Chief of the Race: Danny White (Brandon Sheppard)ARP Engine Builder of the Race: Durham Racing EnginesMiller Welders Chassis Builder of the Race: Rocket ChassisDirt Draft Fastest in Hot Laps: Brandon Overton (14.498 seconds)Time of Race: 27 minutes 15 seconds Lucas Oil Championship Point Standings:

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*Results are unofficial until Close of Business on the Tuesday following Race Day*

Tampa, FL (February 9, 2022) – Brandon Sheppard passed race leader Brandon Overton on lap 13 to win for the seventh time in his career at East Bay Raceway Park in the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series. On Wednesday night the four-time Dirt Track World Championship winner took night number two of the Wrisco Industries Winternationals Presented by Lucas Oil for his second series win of 2022. Ashton Winger finished in second for his best career run in the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series as he edged out Tyler Erb at the checkers. Erb was third at the end with Kyle Bronson rallying from a pit stop to finish fourth on his home track. Ricky Thornton Jr. rounded out the top five finishers. Sheppard, who started on the pole led the first seven laps of the race until Overton, who started right behind Sheppard in the lineup, vaulted by Sheppard for the lead in traffic. A stretch of back-to-back cautions kept the field bunched up. On the restart after a lap nine caution, Overton held the point for three more circuits before Sheppard regained the lead on lap 13. From then on Sheppard ran virtually unchallenged to the finish. There was a caution with four laps remaining in the race that gave Sheppard’s competitors one last gasp, but he smoothly held his line to the checkers. In Lucas Oil Victory Lane for the 23rd time in his racing career, Sheppard joined Overton and Devin Moran as two-time feature winners this year with the series. “I just hit my marks. He (Overton) passed me in lapped traffic, you don’t know when you’re leading whether to pull out and try to pass them guys or what to do. Luckily, he was missing the bottom there a little but getting into one and that let us get under him in one and two. So, after that I knew I had to hit my marks and the cautions fell when they needed to fall. The restarts here are really stressful, you don’t know where to take off at. I took off way too early that one time, I thought that was going to keep me from getting passed on the restart.” “Thanks to Mark Richards and Steve Baker from Rocket Chassis for this great opportunity they gave me going on seven years ago now. It’s been a heck of a ride for us. I want to give a shoutout to Ron Slavic. He’s not here with us any longer. He was a huge supporter of ours, so we are thinking about him and his family; the Ramirez family as well.” Winger, who has been fast all year finally put together a night topped off by his best career run with the series. “It feels like you lose about ten of ‘em before you get a chance to win one. I guess if you are going to run second it should be to a Brandon. Congrats to them guys. I know they worked hard, and their car is really good, they have a good program there. We were just a little off, I feel like I can’t fire off as good as I need to.” Erb, who entered the week with four career wins at East Bay rounded out the podium. “Once you get to the cars that have the grasp on it here there wasn’t many options to move around. I got to second and I just had to try something on the restart. I went to the top and let Winger get by me.”  The winner’s Mark Richards Racing Rocket Chassis is powered by a Durham Racing Engine and sponsored by Valvoline, Seubert Calf Ranches, Ace Metal Works, Gunter’s Honey, Petroff Towing, Sallack Well Services, Integra Racing Shocks, Keyser Manufacturing, and Rocket Pre-Owned Motors. Completing the top ten were Hudson O’Neal, Earl Pearson Jr., Stormy Scott, Tim McCreadie, and Devin Moran. Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Race Summary Wrisco Industries Winternationals Presented by Lucas OilWednesday, February 9th, 2022East Bay Raceway Park – Tampa, FL Allstar Performance Time TrialsFast Time Group A: Brandon Sheppard / 14.980 seconds (overall)Fast Time Group B: Devin Moran / 15.282 seconds Penske Race Shocks Heat Race #1 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 1S-Brandon Sheppard[1]; 2. 20RT-Ricky Thornton Jr[2]; 3. 16-Tyler Bruening[3]; 4. 18J-Chase Junghans[4]; 5. J8-Jadon Frame[7]; 6. 81-Jason Riggs[9]; 7. 48-Colton Flinner[5]; 8. 19M-Jason Hiett[8]; 9. 71M-Pierce McCarter[6]; 10. 27M-Michael Lake[11]; 11. 9G-Larry Greer[10]; 12. 3B-Billy Boyd Sr[12] Summit Racing Equipment Heat Race #2 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 76-Brandon Overton[1]; 2. 7-Ross Robinson[2]; 3. 28E-Dennis Erb Jr[3]; 4. 10-Garrett Smith[5]; 5. 1ST-Johnny Scott[4]; 6. 16H-Clinton Hersh[7]; 7. 1G-Ryan King[8]; 8. 6S-Blake Spencer[6]; 9. 66C-Matt Cosner[9]; 10. 2X-John Henderson[11]; 11. 17SS-Brenden Smith[10]; 12. 93M-Mason Oberkramer[12] Simpson Race Products Heat Race #3 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 89-Ashton Winger[2]; 2. 1T-Tyler Erb[1]; 3. 97-Cody Overton[3]; 4. 0K-Freddie Carpenter[4]; 5. 18D-Daulton Wilson[7]; 6. 0H-Dale Hollidge[5]; 7. 0J-Jake O’Neil[9]; 8. 22R-Will Roland[6]; 9. 1Z-Logan Zarin[8]; 10. 6B-Adam Boyd[10]; 11. 27-Joe Denby[11] Ohlins Shocks Heat Race #4 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 9-Devin Moran[1]; 2. 2S-Stormy Scott[3]; 3. 81E-Tanner English[2]; 4. 111V-Max Blair[5]; 5. 58W-Mark Whitener[11]; 6. 58-Garrett Alberson[8]; 7. 6T-Tim Dohm[7]; 8. 99-Kyle Hardy[4]; 9. 44B-Colten Burdette[9]; 10. 11AC-Trevor Collins[10]; 11. 354-Chris Nash[12]; 12. 151-Kyle Lear[6] Wrisco Industries Heat Race #5 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 46-Earl Pearson Jr[1]; 2. 71-Hudson O’Neal[4]; 3. 40B-Kyle Bronson[2]; 4. 25-Shane Clanton[3]; 5. 94-Jason Miller[7]; 6. 99JR-Frank Heckenast Jr[6]; 7. 76B-Blair Nothdurft[8]; 8. 20B-Todd Brennan[5]; 9. 26JR-Jimmy Sharpe Jr[11]; 10. 119-Chad McClellan[9]; 11. 0G-Deshawn Gingerich[10]; 12. 5*-Bryant Dickinson[12] Lucas Oil Heat Race #6 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 39-Tim McCreadie[3]; 2. 3S-Brian Shirley[2]; 3. 212-Josh Putnam[5]; 4. 11-Spencer Hughes[4]; 5. 11R-Josh Rice[1]; 6. 7T-Drake Troutman[9]; 7. 4G-Bob Gardner[8]; 8. 4-Kody Evans[7]; 9. 31-Ken Monahan[11]; 10. 2D-Dan Stone[6]; 11. 3-Brennon Willard[10] Fast Shafts B-Main #1 Finish (10 Laps, Top 2 Transfer): 1. 18J-Chase Junghans[1]; 2. 16H-Clinton Hersh[6]; 3. 71M-Pierce McCarter[11]; 4. 17SS-Brenden Smith[16]; 5. 10-Garrett Smith[2]; 6. 3B-Billy Boyd Sr[17]; 7. 1G-Ryan King[8]; 8. 93M-Mason Oberkramer[18]; 9. 1ST-Johnny Scott[4]; 10. 81-Jason Riggs[5]; 11. 9G-Larry Greer[15]; 12. 2X-John Henderson[14]; 13. 19M-Jason Hiett[9]; 14. J8-Jadon Frame[3]; 15. 27M-Michael Lake[13]; 16. 48-Colton Flinner[7]; 17. (DNS) 6S-Blake Spencer; 18. (DNS) 66C-Matt Cosner UNOH B-Main #2 Finish (10 Laps, Top 2 Transfer): 1. 58W-Mark Whitener[4]; 2. 0K-Freddie Carpenter[1]; 3. 111V-Max Blair[2]; 4. 58-Garrett Alberson[6]; 5. 6T-Tim Dohm[8]; 6. 0H-Dale Hollidge[5]; 7. 151-Kyle Lear[17]; 8. 99-Kyle Hardy[10]; 9. 0J-Jake O’Neil[7]; 10. 22R-Will Roland[9]; 11. 44B-Colten Burdette[12]; 12. 18D-Daulton Wilson[3]; 13. 11AC-Trevor Collins[14]; 14. 27-Joe Denby[15]; 15. 1Z-Logan Zarin[11]; 16. 6B-Adam Boyd[13]; 17. 354-Chris Nash[16] DirtonDirt.com B-Main #3 Finish (10 Laps, Top 2 Transfer): 1. 11-Spencer Hughes[2]; 2. 25-Shane Clanton[1]; 3. 99JR-Frank Heckenast Jr[5]; 4. 4G-Bob Gardner[8]; 5. 76B-Blair Nothdurft[7]; 6. 4-Kody Evans[10]; 7. 11R-Josh Rice[4]; 8. 94-Jason Miller[3]; 9. 20B-Todd Brennan[9]; 10. 2D-Dan Stone[14]; 11. 26JR-Jimmy Sharpe Jr[11]; 12. 119-Chad McClellan[13]; 13. 5*-Bryant Dickinson[17]; 14. 7T-Drake Troutman[6]; 15. 31-Ken Monahan[12]; 16. 3-Brennon Willard[16]; 17. 0G-Deshawn Gingerich[15] Lucas Oil Feature Finish (40 Laps):

Race StatisticsEntrants: 70Lap Leaders: Brandon Sheppard (Laps 1 – 7); Brandon Overton (Laps 8 –12); Brandon Sheppard (Laps 13 – 40)Wrisco Feature Winner: Brandon SheppardArizona Sport Shirts Crown Jewel Cup Feature Winner: n/aBrandon Ford TV Challenge Feature Winner: n/aMargin of Victory: 2.034 secondsStop-Tech Cautions: Devin Moran (Lap 8); Devin Moran, Spencer Hughes (Lap 9); Freddie Carpenter (Lap 20); Debris (Lap 29); Brandon Overton (Lap 36)Series Provisionals: Daulton Wilson, Garrett AlbersonFast Time Provisional: n/aSeries Emergency Provisionals: n/aTrack Provisionals: n/aBig River Steel Podium Top 3: Brandon Sheppard, Ashton Winger, Tyler ErbPenske Shocks Top 5: Brandon Sheppard, Ashton Winger, Tyler Erb, Kyle Bronson, Ricky Thornton JrOptima Batteries Hard Charger of the Race: Kyle Bronson (Advanced 12 Positions)Midwest Sheet Metal Spoiler Challenge Point Leader: Devin MoranHot Rod Processing Most Laps Led: Brandon Sheppard (35 Laps)Sunoco Race for Gas Highest Finisher: Brandon SheppardO’Reilly Auto Parts Rookie of the Race: n/aDirty Girl Racewear Fastest Lap of the Race: Brandon Overton (Lap 9 – 16.555 seconds)DirtonDirt.com Tough Break of the Race: Spencer HughesOuterwears Crew Chief of the Race: Danny White (Brandon Sheppard)ARP Engine Builder of the Race: Durham Racing EnginesMiller Welders Chassis Builder of the Race: Rocket ChassisDirt Draft Fastest in Hot Laps: Brandon Overton (14.596 seconds)Time of Race: 27 minutes 59 seconds Lucas Oil Championship Point Standings:

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*Results are unofficial until Close of Business on the Tuesday following Race Day*

LAVONIA, GA – Feb. 9, 2022 – Ongoing facility upgrades at Little River Speedway in Modoc, SC, will not be completed in time for the Drydene Xtreme DIRTcar Series’ visit on Feb. 26, forcing officials to cancel its appearance at the venue. The race will now be contested at Lavonia Speedway, making it a Feb. 25-26 doubleheader at the track, each for $5,000-to-win. The Series then closes the curtain on the 2021-22 campaign with a tripleheader weekend in South Carolina. Lake View Motor Speedway hosts on Thursday, March 24, followed by the two-day Rock Gault Memorial at Cherokee Speedway on Fri-Sat, March 25-26, co-sanctioned by the World of Outlaws Late Model Series. Tickets for the Rock Gault Memorial are on sale now at worldofoutlaws.com. If you can’t be at the track, stream every lap live on DIRTVision. Photo – Richard Barnes

The Drydene Xtreme DIRTcar Series is brought to fans by many important sponsors and partners, including: Drydene Performance Products (Official Motor Oil), ARP [Automotive Racing Products], Chevy Performance Parts, COMP Cams, DIRTVision (Official Live Broadcast Partner), FireAde, Hoosier Racing Tire (Official Tire), Intercomp, iRacing (Official Online Racing Game), MSD, Racing Electronics, SIS Insurance (Official Insurance Provider) and VP Racing Fuels (Official Racing Fuel).

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World of Outlaws Sprint Cars Headline Thursday-Saturday ProgramsBARBERVILLE, FL – February 9, 2022 – After a 96-day off-season, the wait is finally over. It’s race week.The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series opens the 2022 season in traditional fashion at Volusia Speedway Park’s DIRTcar Nationals for the 18th consecutive year. The six-night “Sprint Week” at the Barberville, FL 1/2-mile is headlined by The Greatest Show on Dirt from Thursday-Saturday.For those unable to make #FLinFEB, you can catch all the action LIVE on DIRTVision.BUY TICKETS HEREAhead of the 51st annual event, let’s dive into the names and faces you can expect to see chasing some Golden Gators this week, and the full roster of 14 full-time drivers this season.FOUR-PEAT: For the third consecutive year, all targets are pointed at the backs of Brad Sweet, Kasey Kahne Racing, and the NAPA Auto Parts #49. In 2021, The Big Cat steered his Maxim/Kistler entry to a third straight championship with the tremendous trio of Eric Prutzman, Joe Mooney & Andrew Bowman staying on the crew. His achievement put him alongside legends Steve Kinser and Donny Schatz as the only drivers to ever record a three-peat.The attention now turns to the fourth title for the Grass Valley, CA native, who kickstarts that title defense at one of his best tracks. With six of his 74 wins coming at Volusia, the Barberville, FL 1/2-mile is tied with Cedar Lake as the winningest track of Sweet’s career. He’ll try to snatch some more wins this week with his third DIRTcar Nationals championship on the line.BACK TO BUSINESS: When it comes to Donny Schatz and Tony Stewart/Curb-Agajanian Racing all that matters is winning. After a strenuous research & development program, the powerhouse #15 team believes the Ford Performance 410 engine is as strong as ever entering the 2022 season; providing the 10-time Series champion with his next chance at returning to the mountaintop.The Fargo, ND native has decked out the Advance Auto Parts, Carquest #15 in his favorite colors, and starts the season at one of his best tracks this week. When it comes to Volusia, nobody can muster the numbers to touch Schatz’s. He’s won 13 World of Outlaws Feature at the Florida facility (more than double Sweet at 6) with a record total of 22 DIRTcar Nationals wins.BUILDING CHEMISTRY: Three of last year’s breakout teams are all back together and ready to re-launch a new attack on taming their first-ever championship with the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series.David Gravel and Big Game Motorsports immediately clicked in 2021, rattling off 11 wins as DG earned a career-best championship runner-up. The Watertown, CT native has reigning Crew Chief of the Year Cody Jacobs back on the wrenches and full backing from Tod Quiring on the Huset’s Speedway #2. The Florida resident has scored an All Star win at Volusia but still chases his first World of Outlaws win at the track, which would give him 70 on his career.Filling Gravel’s spot at Jason Johnson Racing and exceeding expectations in year one was Carson Macedo, who also scored 11 wins with a career-best third-place championship effort in 2021. The Lemoore, CA native has developed into a nightly threat with ace Phil Dietz calling the shots on the #41. The 25-year-old enters Volusia as the most recent winner following an impressive 10th-to-first charge last March at VSP.Statistically, Sheldon Haudenschild put together a career year in 2021 by setting personal bests with eight wins, 296 laps led, and 23 podium finishes. The Wooster, OH native goes into his fifth season aboard the Stenhouse Jr. Marshall Racing, NOS Energy Drink #17 with high hopes since retaining crew chief Kyle Ripper. The DIRTcar Nationals means Lil’ Haud returns to the site of his first-career win which came at Volusia during the 2018 season opener.COAST-TO-COAST: After competing in Sunday’s groundbreaking Clash at the Coliseum, two of Hendrick Motorsports’ top stars in the NASCAR Cup Series flew from LA back east to get their Sprint Car fix this week at the DIRTcar Nationals.Kyle Larson & Paul Silva will unload the revered #57 for the first time this week at a place the reigning NASCAR champion has yet to conquer. The Elk Grove, CA native has scored wins at 89 different dirt tracks worldwide, yet the Barberville, FL 1/2-mile is not on that list. Sandwiched between his 24 World of Outlaws wins is seven DIRTcar Nationals top-10 finishes, but Yung Money still vies for that first Volusia victory this week.Alex Bowman will make his World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series debut this week aboard his own Ally Racing #55. The Hendrick Motorsports star began dabbling in 410 competition last year and prepares to hit it even harder in 2022 as he challenges himself with a new discipline. The Tucson, AZ native has 10-time World of Outlaws winner Joe Gaerte on the wrenches of his ride.GATORS OR SHARKS: The defending DIRTcar Nationals champions, Shark Racing, will try to earn back-to-back Big Gator Championships for the first time since the trophy was introduced a decade ago. Together, Logan Schuchart and Jacob Allen are preparing for their ninth season with the World of Outlaws.Logan Schuchart was unstoppable at Volusia last February, recording a win with the All-Stars and World of Outlaws as the #1S scored a dominant DIRTcar Nationals title. The Hanover, PA native is back at the 1/2-mile to kickstart his 2022 season with Duramax aboard the new-look ride. After falling to fifth in the standings following a runner-up effort in 2020, the 30-time World of Outlaws winner is more motivated than ever to return to form.Jacob Allen is ready for a fresh 90-race slate and that’s exactly what he’ll get this week down in Florida. The son of Bobby Allen has a new look and new attitude in 2022 as his design pays tribute to his legendary father all year long. The #1A led the first eight laps of the season last year at Volusia and heads into this week eyeing a second career win.SOPHOMORE SURGE: After starting last year’s Rookie of the Year class with a stout foursome, only two of the drivers survived to make it to a sophomore season with the World of Outlaws.James McFadden of Alice Springs, NT, AUS returns for his second season, but in a new place as he joins Roth Motorsports to pilot the famed #83. J-Mac is coming off one of the best rookie campaigns in history with a pair of wins and a seventh-place championship effort in his lone year in the Kasey Kahne #9. He’ll retain Justin Adams as his crew chief as the duo goes their first Volusia victory together this week.Brock Zearfoss of Jonestown, PA brings the Moose’s LZ Bar & Grill #3Z back on tour following a trying, but rewarding freshman season. The 2017 World of Outlaws winner battled through the trials and tribulations of an 80-race run and hit paydirt in last year’s finale with a season-best of second at World Finals. He and crew chief Shane “Noisey” Bowers will try to keep that momentum rolling into 2022.WELCOME TO THE SHOW: The 2022 Kevin Gobrecht Rookie of the Year Award will be decided over the course of a grueling 88-race schedule between the three newest full-time drivers. The trio in contention for top rookie honors include:41-year-old Kasey Kahne of Enumclaw, WA fulfills a lifelong dream of joining the Series full-time in 2022. The former NASCAR Cup Series star will pilot his own Kasey Kahne Racing, Karavan Trailers, FuelMe #9 this year with his first-career win still on the line.23-year-old Spencer Bayston of Lebanon, IN moves to the potent CJB Motorsports #5 operation with Barry Jackson on the wrenches. From on the couch to in the seat, this former USAC Midget champion suddenly rekindled his career last year with two World of Outlaws wins and quickly proved he and CJB could be a lethal combination.18-year-old Noah Gass of Mounds, OK is diving into the deep end, set for a full-time bid with only 25 World of Outlaws appearances under his belt. He and crew chief Cody Cordell are focused on spending this year getting the teenager acclimated with different tracks, the grind of the schedule, and learning against the best of the best.As far as Volusia goes, Kahne & Bayston have previous experience but Gass will be going in blind during his debut. Kahne won a 2002 DIRTcar Nationals Feature with the All Stars, while Bayston is trying to top his personal best of 16th at VSP.VETERAN PROWESS: Behind Schatz, only two other full-time World of Outlaws competitors have 1,000 Features under their belt, and they’ve both won at Volusia Speedway Park.Jason Sides of Bartlett, TN is bringing the classic #7S back for a full slate in 2022. Double Down won a 2011 World of Outlaws show at the Volusia 1/2-mile.Kraig Kinser of Bloomington, IN has re-designed the #11K with a red flare to his Mesilla Valley Transportation ride. The 2005 Knoxville Nationals champion also scored a Volusia win that year in All Stars competition.ALL-STAR INVASION: With the All Star Circuit of Champions conducting Tuesday & Wednesday’s show at Volusia, you’ll see several of their top stars stay in town to compete with The Greatest Show on Dirt from Thursday-Saturday.Reigning ASCoC champion and Kings Royal winner Tyler Courtney will be in attendance with the Clauson-Marshall Racing, NOS Energy Drink #7BC. Sunshine set his VSP career-best last year with a sixth-place effort.Cory Eliason, a two-time World of Outlaws winner with Roth Motorsports, continues his stint in the Rudeen Racing #26. The Visalia, CA driver has recorded his best Volusia finishes (3rd in 2020, 3rd in 2021) driving for Kevin Rudeen, the newest owner at Skagit Speedway.Justin Peck of Monrovia, IN is back in the Buch #13 for a second All Star season and it starts in Florida this week. The 23-year-old collected his first-career World of Outlaws podium finish last year at Kokomo (IN) and now eyes that first victory in 2022.USAC Sprint Car superstar Kevin Thomas Jr. is making the transition to winged racing as he aligns with Snow Racing for a full All Stars slate this year. KTJ has four World of Outlaws starts with one top-10 finish ahead of his Volusia debut this week.Kerry Madsen, who built a resurgent 2021 campaign with three World of Outlaws wins in the Tony Stewart #14, will drive the Sam McGhee Motorsports #11 all week long as a substitute for Parker Price-Miller as he continues his battle against Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma.OFF THE PORCH: Three of the PA Posse’s finest have made their annual trip south to start the season at the DIRTcar Nationals.Myerstown, PA’s Brent Marks (7 career wins) will showcase his new Murray-Marks Motorsports #19, which won its first World of Outlaws attempt at the 2021 World Finals. Gettysburg, PA’s Danny Dietrich (5 career wins) has strengthened his Gary Kauffman Racing #48 operation ahead of the new season. Dillsburg, PA’s Anthony Macri will have three opportunities to score his first-career win this week.All three drivers set their Volusia career-best results last year with Marks running fifth, Dietrich finishing second, and Macri ending up 16th.WILD CARDS: Beyond the full-time Outlaws, the All Star regulars, and the Posse’s bunch, you’ve got your wildcard invaders to think about at the DIRTcar Nationals this week.Blackjack Brian Brown (5 career wins) is bringing his familiar FVP Parts, Casey’s General Stores #21 to Volusia with hopes of earning his first podium finish at the 1/2-mile.Clute, TX’s Aaron Reutzel (6 career wins) continues his stint in the RSR #8 with Tyler Swank on the wrenches. He’s a former All Star winner at Volusia, attempting to pass Gary Wright as winningest Texan in Series history.Giovanni Scelzi (3 career wins) will launch a hefty 60+ race schedule with the World of Outlaws this week as he returns to the seat of the KCP Racing #18 at Volusia, where he finished third last March.Sam Hafertepe Jr. (1 career win) is taking the #15H back to Volusia for the first time since leading the opening 25 laps and finished second in last year’s March visit to the 1/2-mile.Missouri’s Ayrton Gennetten and New York’s Paulie Colagiovanni, who each had breakout moments with the Series last year, will be making their Volusia debuts this week as they attend their first DIRTcar Nationals in Florida.

Cadillac Racing will compete in IMSA’s new Grand Touring Prototype category in 2023

DETROIT (Feb. 9, 2022) – With Cadillac in the midst of defending its 2021 IMSA DPi Manufacturer Championship, the brand continues to prepare for its return to the world racing stage. Cadillac Design is in the process of shaping the forthcoming Grand Touring Prototype (GTP) race car and the future of Cadillac Racing.

Drawing from Cadillac’s previous racing success, the Cadillac GTP race car will be codeveloped by Cadillac Racing, Design and race car manufacturer Dallara. The prototype will feature a new Cadillac engine package in conjunction with the GTP common hybrid system. Watch: Coming in 2023 “While the new race car will take into account IMSA and ACO regulations, Cadillac’s brand characteristics will be instantly recognizable, many of which are seen on our V-Series vehicles today,” said Chris Mikalauskas, lead exterior creative designer, Cadillac. “It will artistically combine form and function to influence the development of the forthcoming race car. Elements of Cadillac’s brand DNA, such as vertical lighting and floating blades, will be present throughout.” Last year, Cadillac announced that it would compete in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and Automobile Club de l’Ouest Grand Touring Prototype category in 2023 with a fourth-generation Cadillac V-Series prototype. Notably, this will mark the brand’s return to the 24 Hours of Le Mans after 21 years. “Cadillac has a long history of performance success on and off the track, which drives excitement for our fans and customers,” said Rory Harvey, vice president of Cadillac. “That excitement was never more evident than last year when we saw extraordinary demand for the V-Series Blackwings right after they were revealed.”  Cadillac’s commitment to performance is embodied in the V-Series portfolio by incorporating technologies learned on the track into performance cars for the road. Its recent expansion includes the CT4-V and CT5-V sport sedans, the Escalade-V and the track-capable CT4-V Blackwing and CT5-V Blackwing. The Cadillac Project GTP race car will be unveiled this summer, and make its debut in competition at the Rolex 24 At Daytona in January 2023. FOR MORE INFORMATION, please contact Stefan Cross at stefan.cross@gm.com, or 313-530-3884.

One driver could collect $30,000 with a weekend sweepMONROE, LA – February 8, 2022 – Fresh off the heels of DIRTcar Nationals, the World of Outlaws Late Models will experience the Bayou in a trip to Louisiana, March 11-12.The Most Powerful Late Models on the Planet make their first stop at The Rev in Monroe, LA, for a double-dip of high-octane action with a stout field of drivers looking to make history as the first World of Outlaws Late Model winners at the track. Drivers will get their first look at the venue on Friday, March 11 in a 40-lap, $10,000-to-win Feature. They’ll return Saturday, March 12, for double the payday—battling for $20,000 in a 60-lap finale. One driver could collect $30,000 for the weekend once the dust settles on Saturday night.  The Pelican State doubleheader is a chance for four-time World of Outlaws winner Cade Dillard to bring home state fans to their feet. The “Thriller” hopes to walk away with his fifth Series win a little more than two hours away from his Robeline, LA home.  Fans will also get a glimpse at the historic drive for five championship battle between four-time champions Brandon Sheppard and Josh Richards. They’re also in a fight for most wins in Series history—Richards leading Sheppard 78-77.  Chris Madden is the last driver to win a Series race in Louisiana in 2007. The Gray Court, SC driver, hopes to build off his four-win season in 2021 and build some early season momentum at The Rev. A group of hungry Series veterans will join those drivers in Louisiana, like 2015 Series champion Shane Clanton. The “Georgia Bulldog” is fourth in all-time Series wins and is four wins away from his 50th World of Outlaws victory.  Dennis Erb Jr., who’s fresh off his best season with the World of Outlaws, hopes to keep his momentum rolling after a second-place finish in the 2022 season opener at Volusia Speedway Park. If he finds Victory Lane, the Carpentersville, IL driver will hit double digits with his 10th career Series win.  It’s not only veterans hoping to win for the first time at The Rev but also a strong rookie class led by Max Blair. The Centerville, PA driver finished eighth in the 2022 season opener and is searching for his first Series win outside the Northeast. Don’t miss out on the action at Country music star Dylan Scott’s venue just two weeks after the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars make their spectacular return to the Deep South.  TICKETS: https://bit.ly/3J9ZFol If you can’t make it to the track, watch all the action live on DIRTVision – either online on with the DIRTVision App.

The World of Outlaws Late Model Series is brought to fans across the country by many important sponsors and partners, including: DIRTVision (Official Live Broadcast Partner), Hoosier Racing Tire (Official Tire), iRacing (Official Online Racing Game), SIS Insurance (Official Insurance Provider) VP Racing Fuels (Official Racing Fuel); contingency sponsors include Arizona Sport Shirts/Gotta Race, ARP (Automotive Racing Products), Cometic Gasket, COMP Cams, Fox Factory (Hard Charger Award), MSD, Penske Racing Shocks, Quarter Master, Slick Woody’s (Quick Time Award), Swift Springs, and Wrisco–Wieland Metal Services (Exclusive Racing Aluminum); along with manufacturer sponsors, including Dirt Car Lift, Capital Race Cars, FIREBULL, Integra Shocks, Intercomp, K1 Race Gear, Racing Electronics, Reliable Painting, Rocket Chassis, and Sea Foam.Founded in 1978, the World of Outlaws®, based in Concord, NC, is the premier national touring series for dirt track racing in North America, featuring the most powerful cars on dirt, the World of Outlaws NOS® Energy Drink Sprint Car Series and the World of Outlaws Late Model Series. Annually, the two series race nearly 140 times at tracks across the United States and Canada. CBS Sports Network is the official broadcast partner of the World of Outlaws. DIRTVision® also broadcasts World of Outlaws events over the Internet to fans around the world. Learn more about the World of Outlaws.

Tampa, FL (February 8, 2022) – Due to constant rain during the morning and the forecasted rain for the remainder of the day, Tuesday’s event at East Bay Raceway Park in Tampa, FL has been cancelled. A full program is still scheduled for the remainder of the week, every night (Wednesday – Saturday), which includes Hot Laps, Allstar Performance Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Mains, DirtonDirt.com Strawberry Dash-presented by Berry Barn, and the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series main event.  Ticket refunds are available at the main office at East Bay Raceway Park or armbands can be mailed to: East Bay Raceway Park 6311 Burts Road, Tampa, FL 33619. Each day, the Drivers Meeting will take place at 5:00PM ET, followed by Hot Laps at 5:30PM ET. Saturday’s program begins with a Dirt Racing Outreach service at 3:30PM ET in the main grandstands near turn one. There will be three LIVE broadcasts on the MAVTV Motorsports Network during the 2022 Wrisco Industries 46th Annual East Bay Winternationals Presented by Lucas Oil. Thursday February 10th, Friday February 11th, and Saturday February 12th the broadcast will kick off with the A-Main event at 9:00PM ET. With over 220 providers across cable, satellite, telco and digital broadcast platforms, the MAVTV Network is now available to more viewers than ever before. To find a full list of providers, visit: www.mavtv.com/get-mavtv/providers. In addition to three (3) Live MAVTV Motorsports Network (TV) Broadcasts, all nights of the Wrisco Industries Winternationals-presented by Lucas Oil will be Live streamed on the internet at www.mavtvplus.com with a subscription. In 2022 all 65 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series events can be viewed on the web through the MAVTV Plus streaming service. To register and watch every event live in 2022 visit www.mavtvplus.com. East Bay Raceway ParkPhone Number: (877) 457-5611Location: 6311 Burts Road, Tampa, FL 33619Website: www.ebrp.coDirections: Directions to Track: I-75 to exit 250, then 2.0 miles west, then 1.2 miles north on US 41, then right 1.3 miles on Old US 41, then right on Burts Road. Wrisco Industries Winternationals Presented by Lucas Oil Purses:Wednesday and Thursday – 1. $7,000, 2. $3,500, 3. $2,000, 4. $1,500, 5. $1,400, 6. $1,300, 7. $1,200, 8. $1,100, 9. $1,000, 10. $950, 11. $900, 12. $850, 13. $800, 14. $750, 15. $725, 16. $700, 17. $700, 18. $700, 19. $650, 20. $625, 21. $625, 22. $600, 23. $600, 24. $600 = $30,775 Friday – 1. $12,000, 2. $6,000, 3. $3,500, 4. $2,800, 5. $2,500, 6. $2,300, 7. $2,200, 8. $2,100, 9. $2,050, 10. $2,000, 11. $1,600, 12. $1,400, 13. $1,200, 14. $1,100, 15. $1,050, 16. $1,000, 17. $1,000, 18. $1,000, 19. $1,000, 20. $1,000, 21. $1,000, 22. $1,000, 23. $1,000, 24. $1,000 = $52,800 Saturday – 1. $15,000, 2. $6,500, 3. $3,500, 4. $3,000, 5. $2,500, 6. $2,400, 7. $2,300, 8. $2,200, 9. $2,100, 10. 2,000, 11. $1,600, 12. $1,400, 13. $1,300, 14. $1,200, 15. $1,050, 16. $1,000, 17. $1,000, 18. $1,000, 19. $1,000, 20. $1,000, 21. $1,000, 22. $1,000, 23. $1,000, 24. $1,000 = 57,050 About Wrisco Industries:Wrisco is the leading company providing aluminum sheets to all forms of racers in the motorsports industry. For more than 100 years, as the industry leader, Wrisco Industries’ mission has been to supply customers with unmatched quality aluminum products and services. To learn more about Wrisco Industries visit: www.wrisco.com. About Lucas Oil:Forrest and Charlotte started Lucas Oil Products with the simple philosophy of producing only the best line of lubricants and additives available anywhere. Since its inception, Lucas has steadfastly adhered to this corporate objective. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas has established itself as a top selling additive line in the American truck stop industry. The Lucas success story has been built upon hard work, an unparalleled line of premium products and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. This single formula for success will continue to guide Lucas Oil Products as it grows in the years to come. For more information, visit www.lucasoil.com.

About Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt SeriesFounded in 2005, the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series showcases the talents of the top dirt late model drivers from across the country. In 2022, the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will sanction 65 events across 18 states, including some of the biggest marquee events in the industry, providing dirt slinging, sideways, door-to-door racing action lap after lap.  The series receives national exposure through a television package filmed, produced and edited by Lucas Oil Production Studios. Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series events will be streamed live on MAVTV Plus, with broadcasts on MAVTV Motorsports Network.   The in your face excitement of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series is second to none in motorsports. For more information, including the latest news, tour schedule, driver information, and more, visit the official website at: www.LucasDirt.com.

Test in the West this week an important step leading into annual trek to Pomona

DETROIT (Feb. 8, 2022) – Austin Prock has competed in three National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Camping World Drag Racing Series Top Fuel events since November 2019. Is he a bit anxious heading into preseason testing Feb. 10-12 at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park in Arizona? “I couldn’t be more excited,” the 2019 NHRA Rookie of the Year said. Prock returns to the circuit in the Montana Brand Rocky Mountain Twist Chevrolet dragster as a teammate to 2021 Top Fuel championship runner-up Brittany Force at John Force Racing. He filled in for Clay Milliken at Norwalk last season and drove in two races to start the 2020 season before the team shut down on-track operations because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

“I have sat out for two years, but the rust will come out quick. It’s like riding a bike,” said Prock, who notched his maiden Top Fuel win at Seattle in ’19. “At Phoenix, it’s about getting more comfortable, just getting everything ironed out so we can go out there Q1 (in the opener) and go low ET. This (car) is going to be in contention for wins every weekend.” The season begins Feb. 18-20 with the NHRA Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals presented by ProtectTheHarvest.com at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona in California. Prock, 26, will be backed by the experience of co-crew chiefs Joe Barlam and Rahn Tobler, who was enticed to come out of retirement to assist a family friend.  “I thought, ’how cool would it be to race with Austin.’ I’ve known him forever; I’ve known Jimmy (Prock, Austin’s father) for a long time. We’re very good friends on and off the track. I just thought it was a great fit.” Barlam, who was part of John Force’s BlueDEF PLATINUM Chevrolet Camaro SS Funny Car crew in 2021, characterizes Tobler as “an old-school racer with a lot of savvy.” He could be describing himself, too. “It’s going to be pretty exciting to see how this partnership grows,” said Force, who enters the season with 154 career Funny Car victories. He, Brittany Force in the Monster Energy/Flav-R-Pac Chevrolet dragster and Robert Hight driving the Auto Club of Southern California Chevrolet Camaro SS Funny Car will also make passes this weekend.

Chevrolet Pro Stock drivers, including reigning champion Greg Anderson, 2021 NHRA Rookie of the Year Dallas Glenn and championship runner-up Erica Enders, will share track time during the test. “You can’t give up thousandths (of a second) in this class, and if you don’t get in a car before Friday at Pomona, you’ll probably mess up on the driving end of it a little bit, give up thousandths and give up qualifying spots. So, this is a way to get the drivers prepared, the teams and the engines absolutely what we think will be perfect before we get to Pomona,” said Anderson, who drives the HendrickCars.com Camaro SS.  The KB Racing team, which will support six full-season Pro Stock entries, made a few offseason car swaps. Glenn moves from the oldest model in the fleet to a newer Camaro SS. “We have to get some runs on them. Kyle (Koretsky) and I are in the same cars, but we’ve made some engine changes – not major changes – but you have to go prove that out and find the right tune-ups,” said Anderson, who will be in pursuit of career win No. 100 at Pomona. The sessions hosted by the Professional Racing Organization will be closed to the public except for Feb.12, when fans who have purchased tickets to the NHRA Arizona Nationals will have the opportunity to purchase

YORBA LINDA, Calif. (Feb. 08, 2022) — It was announced today that John Force Racing will feature four full-time hot rods in the 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series driven by their returning 2021 roster of drivers, John Force, Brittany Force and Robert Hight, with the addition of 2019 Auto Club Road the Future Award winner, Austin Prock. On 16-time world champion John Force’s PEAK Antifreeze and Coolant / BlueDEF Chevrolet Camaro SS Funny Car, Danny Hood, son-in-law to John Force, will continue as lead crew chief with Tim Fabrisi as assistant. Both were key players in John’s historic 150th and 151st national event wins in 2019 and led the legend in 2021 to three wins for a record total of 154 victories. In 2022, his 47th year on tour, Force will be seeking his 17th series championship while racing the BlueDEF PLATINUM Chevy Camaro SS for the first 10 races and the PEAK Antifreeze and Coolant Chevy Camaro SS for the remainder of the season. Crew chief David Grubnic and assistant crew chief Mac Savage will continue to tune 2017 Top Fuel world champion Brittany Force’s Monster Energy / Flav-R-Pac dragster. In the 2022 season, Monster Energy and Flav-R-Pac Frozen Fruits and Vegetables will evenly split primary sponsorship duties, each with 11 events. Force wrapped up 2021 second in the points standings after chasing down a second championship until the final race of the season. In the process, Force captured a win alongside her father in Topeka, Kansas and secured a career best 12 No. 1 qualifiers. President of John Force Racing and three-time Funny Car world champion Robert Hight will continue to drive the Automobile Club of Southern California Chevrolet Camaro SS with his tandem of crew chiefs Jimmy Prock and Chris Cunningham. The trio tallied two victories and two No. 1 qualifying positions to finish the 2021 season in eighth. Hight and the Auto Club Chevy will welcome associate sponsor Powers Solar Frames to the team for the 2022 season. Austin Prock will enter his second full-time NHRA season in the driver’s seat of the Montana Brand / Rocky Mountain Twist dragster with crew chiefs Joe Barlam and Rahn Tobler. In 2019, Prock earned his first career victory with at the Northwest Nationals, joining the list of only 10 previous rookies to win in their first season. Prock also became only the 13th rookie to qualify for the Countdown to the Championship and finished the season eighth in points. “We ended the 2021 season in a good spot. We had teams in contention for the championship and anytime that happens, as a team owner, it’s always good,” said John Force Racing CEO and owner John Force. “We are going to start 2022 with momentum and back to being a four-car team. Having Austin Prock back in the Montana Brand / Rocky Mountain Twist dragster with Joe Barlam and Rahn Tobler, it’s going to have a positive impact on the whole team. It’s not going to be easy, but the teams we have will be willing to put in the work to make great things happen. We’re going after race wins and championships, that’s what we’re always going after. We have the people, the partners and the parts to make it happen.” John Force Racing will take advantage of pre-season testing Feb. 10-12th at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park in Chandler, Arizona before the 2022 NHRA Camping Drag Racing season kicks-off with the Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals Feb. 18-20th at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona in Pomona, Calif.

Tampa, FL (February 7, 2022) – Dennis Erb Jr. ended a seven-year winless streak with the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series on Monday Night by winning the 30-lap Wrisco Industries Winternationals Presented by Lucas Oil main event at East Bay Raceway Park. Erb’s last Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series and East Bay win both came in February of 2015 when he drove a C.J. Rayburn Race Cars entry. Erb recovered from a slow start in the feature as he faded to fifth after starting on the outside front row by taking the lead on lap 19 from Brandon Overton. Hudson O’Neal, the Monday Night winner a year ago at East Bay, finished in second followed by Tim McCreadie, Shane Clanton, and Stormy Scott. Overton took the lead at the start of the race with O’Neal and Devin Moran trailing. Moran vaulted by O’Neal taking second on lap four as he set his sights on Overton. Overton and Moran are the only two drivers to win more than once this year on the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series tour. Suddenly Erb started to gain momentum after dropping to fifth; he stormed back to second on lap 11 and battled with Overton for the race lead. Erb grabbed the point on lap 19, a lead which he held to the finish but not without some tense moments. Overton, who fell from the lead started to make moves using the top line of the track. Overton passed O’Neal to regain the second position on lap 25, but just as Overton had Erb in his sights he smacked the turn two wall, ending his night. For the 49-year-old second-generation racer from Illinois, it was his ninth career Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series victory and his seventh career win at East Bay. “It feels really good to get back to victory lane here. We have struggled here in the past for a while. We run pretty good here tonight. I fell back a little bit but then our car started working real good and I was battling for the lead. I can’t thank everybody enough for their support. I want to thank Mark Richards and Steve Baker for their help.” “To get back down here and pick up another win is just a really good feeling. I would like to dedicate this win to C.J. Rayburn. I ran many races in his cars down here, it hurts not having him here this year. This win tonight is for him. I just tried to hit my marks there at the end, I knew I had a strong field behind us. The longer the race went the better my car was, and I didn’t want to see the cautions there at the end. At least we were able to hang on there.”  O’Neal was able to close on Erb towards the end of the race but cautions toward the end of the race kept O’Neal behind Erb at the finish. “We will take a second from how our night started. We were able to get up there to Dennis a couple of times and then a caution would come out or lapped traffic was up there. So, we will give it another shot tomorrow. Congratulations to him (Erb), Heather and Dennis do a heck of a job, I am happy they got this one.” McCreadie, the defending series champion, rounded out the podium after starting in 11th. “The restarts were tough; my car didn’t have instant grip. So, the last little but of the race I just tried not to mess up. I messed up one lap and Devin (Moran) got by me, and he showed me where I should be doing the whole time as far as getting through one and two.”  The winner’s Rocket Chassis is powered by a Vic Hill Racing Engine and sponsored McBride Mack, Vomac Truck Sales, Performance Rod and Custom, Keyser Manufacturing, VP Fuels, and Ideal Ready Mix. Completing the top ten were Ricky Thornton Jr., Devin Moran, Tyler Erb, Brandon Sheppard, and Jimmy Owens. Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Race Summary Wrisco Industries Winternationals Presented by Lucas OilMonday, February 7th, 2022East Bay Raceway Park – Tampa, FL Allstar Performance Time TrialsFast Time Group A: Brandon Overton / 14.990 seconds (overall)Fast Time Group B: Dennis Erb Jr / 15.661 seconds Penske Race Shocks Heat Race #1 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 76-Brandon Overton[1]; 2. 89-Ashton Winger[4]; 3. 7T-Drake Troutman[5]; 4. 25-Shane Clanton[3]; 5. 1G-Ryan King[7]; 6. 0J-Jake O’Neil[6]; 7. 99-Kyle Hardy[2]; 8. 503-Jason Miles[11]; 9. 0K-Freddie Carpenter[8]; 10. 16H-Clinton Hersh[9]; 11. 27M-Michael Lake[12]; 12. 19M-Jason Hiett[10] Summit Racing Equipment Heat Race #2 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 71-Hudson O’Neal[8]; 2. 81E-Tanner English[1]; 3. 111V-Max Blair[2]; 4. 58-Garrett Alberson[5]; 5. 3S-Brian Shirley[3]; 6. J8-Jadon Frame[7]; 7. 93M-Mason Oberkramer[4]; 8. 10-Garrett Smith[9]; 9. KB0-Kerry King[11]; 10. 97-Cody Overton[6]; 11. 0G-Deshawn Gingerich[10]; 12. 3-Brennon Willard[12] Simpson Race Products Heat Race #3 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 9-Devin Moran[3]; 2. 39-Tim McCreadie[2]; 3. 1S-Brandon Sheppard[1]; 4. 66C-Matt Cosner[5]; 5. 76B-Blair Nothdurft[4]; 6. 44B-Colten Burdette[7]; 7. 17SS-Brenden Smith[9]; 8. 1ST-Johnny Scott[8]; 9. 119-Chad McClellan[6]; 10. 27-Joe Denby[11]; 11. 4G-Bob Gardner[10] Ohlins Shocks Heat Race #4 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 28E-Dennis Erb Jr[1]; 2. 20-Jimmy Owens[3]; 3. 18J-Chase Junghans[5]; 4. 48-Colton Flinner[4]; 5. 1T-Tyler Erb[6]; 6. 11AC-Trevor Collins[11]; 7. 2X-John Henderson[9]; 8. 0H-Dale Hollidge[8]; 9. 20B-Todd Brennan[10]; 10. 6T-Tim Dohm[2]; 11. 94-Jason Miller[7]; 12. 3B-Billy Boyd Sr[12] eBay Motors Heat Race #5 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 16-Tyler Bruening[1]; 2. 18D-Daulton Wilson[2]; 3. 6S-Blake Spencer[3]; 4. 40B-Kyle Bronson[5]; 5. 46-Earl Pearson Jr[6]; 6. 4-Kody Evans[4]; 7. 7-Ross Robinson[8]; 8. 22R-Will Roland[7]; 9. 151-Kyle Lear[9]; 10. 31-Ken Monahan[12]; 11. 5*-Bryant Dickinson[11]; 12. 9G-Larry Greer[10] Super Clean Heat Race #6 Finish (8 Laps, Top 3 Transfer): 1. 2S-Stormy Scott[1]; 2. 20RT-Ricky Thornton Jr[3]; 3. 11-Spencer Hughes[2]; 4. 2D-Dan Stone[5]; 5. 11R-Josh Rice[7]; 6. 212-Josh Putnam[4]; 7. 58W-Mark Whitener[6]; 8. 81-Jason Riggs[8]; 9. 26JR-Jimmy Sharpe Jr[10]; 10. 1Z-Logan Zarin[9]; 11. 6B-Adam Boyd[11] Fast Shafts B-Main #1 Finish (10 Laps, Top 2 Transfer): 1. 25-Shane Clanton[1]; 2. 1G-Ryan King[4]; 3. 66C-Matt Cosner[3]; 4. 58-Garrett Alberson[2]; 5. 76B-Blair Nothdurft[6]; 6. 0J-Jake O’Neil[7]; 7. J8-Jadon Frame[8]; 8. 3S-Brian Shirley[5]; 9. 1ST-Johnny Scott[15]; 10. 17SS-Brenden Smith[12]; 11. 97-Cody Overton[20]; 12. 44B-Colten Burdette[9]; 13. 16H-Clinton Hersh[19]; 14. 0G-Deshawn Gingerich[23]; 15. 503-Jason Miles[13]; 16. 0K-Freddie Carpenter[16]; 17. 27-Joe Denby[21]; 18. 3-Brennon Willard[26]; 19. 19M-Jason Hiett[25]; 20. 4G-Bob Gardner[24]; 21. KB0-Kerry King[17]; 22. 99-Kyle Hardy[10]; 23. 27M-Michael Lake[22]; 24. 10-Garrett Smith[14]; 25. 119-Chad McClellan[18]; 26. (DNS) 93M-Mason Oberkramer UNOH B-Main #2 Finish (10 Laps, Top 2 Transfer): 1. 48-Colton Flinner[1]; 2. 40B-Kyle Bronson[2]; 3. 46-Earl Pearson Jr[5]; 4. 2D-Dan Stone[3]; 5. 4-Kody Evans[8]; 6. 58W-Mark Whitener[12]; 7. 212-Josh Putnam[9]; 8. 7-Ross Robinson[11]; 9. 11AC-Trevor Collins[7]; 10. 0H-Dale Hollidge[13]; 11. 26JR-Jimmy Sharpe Jr[18]; 12. 31-Ken Monahan[20]; 13. 9G-Larry Greer[26]; 14. 1Z-Logan Zarin[21]; 15. 20B-Todd Brennan[16]; 16. 6B-Adam Boyd[24]; 17. 151-Kyle Lear[17]; 18. 22R-Will Roland[14]; 19. 1T-Tyler Erb[4]; 20. 11R-Josh Rice[6]; 21. 2X-John Henderson[10]; 22. 3B-Billy Boyd Sr[25]; 23. 5*-Bryant Dickinson[23]; 24. (DNS) 81-Jason Riggs; 25. (DNS) 6T-Tim Dohm; 26. (DNS) 94-Jason Miller Berry Barn Strawberry Dash Presented by DirtonDirt.com (8 Laps, Winner Transfers): 1. 66C-Matt Cosner[1]; 2. 212-Josh Putnam[8]; 3. 58-Garrett Alberson[3]; 4. 76B-Blair Nothdurft[5]; 5. 2D-Dan Stone[2]; 6. 0J-Jake O’Neil[7]; 7. (DNS) 58W-Mark Whitener; 8. (DNS) 4-Kody Evans Lucas Oil Feature Finish (30 Laps):

Race StatisticsEntrants: 70Lap Leaders: Brandon Overton (Laps 1 – 18); Dennis Erb Jr (Laps 19 – 30)Wrisco Feature Winner: Dennis Erb JrArizona Sport Shirts Crown Jewel Cup Feature Winner: n/aBrandon Ford TV Challenge Feature Winner: n/aMargin of Victory: 1.033 secondsStop-Tech Cautions: Tyler Bruening (Lap 14); Tanner English (Lap 22); Ashton Winger (Lap 23); Brandon Overton (Lap 25)Series Provisionals: Earl Pearson Jr, Stormy ScottWrisco Industries Fast Time Provisional: Kyle HardySeries Emergency Provisionals: Ross Robinson, Garrett AlbersonTrack Provisionals: n/aBig River Steel Podium Top 3: Dennis Erb Jr, Hudson O’Neal, Tim McCreadiePenske Shocks Top 5: Dennis Erb Jr, Hudson O’Neal, Tim McCreadie, Shane Clanton, Stormy ScottOptima Batteries Hard Charger of the Race: Shane Clanton (Advanced 15 Positions)Midwest Sheet Metal Spoiler Challenge Point Leader: Devin MoranHot Rod Processing Most Laps Led: Brandon Overton (18 Laps)Sunoco Race for Gas Highest Finisher: Ricky Thornton JrO’Reilly Auto Parts Rookie of the Race: n/aDirty Girl Racewear Fastest Lap of the Race: Brandon Overton (Lap 2 – 16.065 seconds)DirtonDirt.com Tough Break of the Race: Brandon OvertonOuterwears Crew Chief of the Race: Heather Lyne (Dennis Erb Jr)ARP Engine Builder of the Race: Vic Hill Racing EnginesMiller Welders Chassis Builder of the Race: Rocket ChassisDirt Draft Fastest in Hot Laps: Tyler Bruening (15.146 seconds)Time of Race: 21 minutes 40 seconds Lucas Oil Championship Point Standings:

Wrisco Industries Winternationals Points:

*Results are unofficial until Close of Business on the Tuesday following Race Day*

Batavia, OH (February 7, 2022) – Teams will make the trek south to Tampa, Florida to East Bay Raceway Park for a thrilling week of racing at the “Clay by the Bay” for the Wrisco Industries 46th Annual East Bay Winternationals Presented by Lucas Oil. The action starts off on Sunday with an open practice from 6:00pm – 9:00pm, with the pit gate scheduled to open at 2:00pm. Beginning Monday, February 7th and continuing through Saturday, February 12th the nation’s top dirt late model drivers will battle it out for nearly a quarter million dollars in prize money. The pit gate will close at 1:30PM ET and reopen at 2:00PM ET each race day with the general admission gate opening at 5:00PM ET A full program is scheduled for six straight nights, which includes: Hot Laps, Allstar Performance Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Mains, DirtonDirt.com Strawberry Dash-presented by Berry Barn, and the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series main event. Each day, the Drivers Meeting will take place at 5:00PM ET, followed by Hot Laps at 5:30PM ET. Saturday’s program begins with a Dirt Racing Outreach service at 3:30PM ET in the main grandstands near turn one. The Ag Protect 1 Speedweeks bonus is still alive for Devin Moran. Any driver competing in all 14 scheduled Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series GA/FL Speedweeks events is eligible for the Ag Protect 1 bonus. Any one driver winning a minimum of eight (8) races during the January 27th – February 12th events will receive a $20,000 cash bonus. If a driver wins ten (10) of the 14 events, that driver will receive a $100,000 bonus. Wrisco Industries will also offer additional cash awards to the top eight drivers based on points earned at the 14 GA/FL Speedweeks events. Drivers must have attempted to compete in all 14 events to be eligible for the Wrisco Winternationals points fund awards. There will be three LIVE broadcasts on the MAVTV Motorsports Network during the 2022 Wrisco Industries 46th Annual East Bay Winternationals Presented by Lucas Oil. Thursday February 10th, Friday February 11th, and Saturday February 12th the broadcast will kick off with the A-Main event at 9:00PM ET. With over 220 providers across cable, satellite, telco and digital broadcast platforms, the MAVTV Network is now available to more viewers than ever before. To find a full list of providers, visit: mavtv.com/get-mavtv/providers. In addition to three (3) Live MAVTV Motorsports Network (TV) Broadcasts, all six (6) nights of the Wrisco Industries Winternationals Presented by Lucas Oil will be Live streamed on the internet at www.mavtvplus.com with a subscription. In 2022 all 65 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series events can be viewed on the web through the MAVTV Plus streaming service. To register and watch every event live in 2022 visit www.mavtvplus.com. East Bay Raceway ParkPhone Number: (877) 457-5611Location: 6311 Burts Road, Tampa, FL 33619Website: www.ebrp.coDirections: Directions to Track: I-75 to exit 250, then 2.0 miles west, then 1.2 miles north on US 41, then right 1.3 miles on Old US 41, then right on Burts Road. Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Tire Rule:Left Rear/Fronts – Hoosier Rib (28.5) 1300Right Rear – Hoosier (29.0) 1300 NRM, (29.0) 1300 NRMW, (92) LM40*Must use the same set of 4 tires for Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Main and Strawberry Dash.*For the A-Main, competitors may use 1 new tire.*Flat tire must be replaced with a used tire of the same compound and construction to retain starting position. Wrisco Industries Winternationals Presented by Lucas Oil Purses: Monday and Tuesday – 1. $5,000, 2. $3,000, 3. $2,000, 4. $1,500, 5. $1,000, 6. $800, 7. $750, 8. $700, 9. $650, 10. $600, 11. $550, 12. $500, 13. $500, 14. $500, 15. $500, 16. $500, 17. $500, 18. $500, 19. $500, 20. $500, 21. $500, 22. $500, 23. $500, 24. $500 = $23,050Wednesday and Thursday – 1. $7,000, 2. $3,500, 3. $2,000, 4. $1,500, 5. $1,400, 6. $1,300, 7. $1,200, 8. $1,100, 9. $1,000, 10. $950, 11. $900, 12. $850, 13. $800, 14. $750, 15. $725, 16. $700, 17. $700, 18. $700, 19. $650, 20. $625, 21. $625, 22. $600, 23. $600, 24. $600 = $30,775 Friday – 1. $12,000, 2. $6,000, 3. $3,500, 4. $2,800, 5. $2,500, 6. $2,300, 7. $2,200, 8. $2,100, 9. $2,050, 10. $2,000, 11. $1,600, 12. $1,400, 13. $1,200, 14. $1,100, 15. $1,050, 16. $1,000, 17. $1,000, 18. $1,000, 19. $1,000, 20. $1,000, 21. $1,000, 22. $1,000, 23. $1,000, 24. $1,000 = $52,800 Saturday – 1. $15,000, 2. $6,500, 3. $3,500, 4. $3,000, 5. $2,500, 6. $2,400, 7. $2,300, 8. $2,200, 9. $2,100, 10. 2,000, 11. $1,600, 12. $1,400, 13. $1,300, 14. $1,200, 15. $1,050, 16. $1,000, 17. $1,000, 18. $1,000, 19. $1,000, 20. $1,000, 21. $1,000, 22. $1,000, 23. $1,000, 24. $1,000 = 57,050 About Wrisco Industries:Wrisco is the leading company providing aluminum sheets to all forms of racers in the motorsports industry. For more than 100 years, as the industry leader, Wrisco Industries’ mission has been to supply customers with unmatched quality aluminum products and services. To learn more about Wrisco Industries visit: www.wrisco.com.

Jesse Iwuji and Emmitt Smith’s team will campaign Camaro SS starting in 2022   CHARLOTTE, N.C. –Jesse Iwuji Motorsports will field a Chevrolet Camaro SS in the NASCAR Xfinity Series starting in the 2022 season. The team is co-owned by Jesse Iwuji and Pro Football Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith. Iwuji also will be the driver of the No. 34 Empowering People More Camaro SS. “There couldn’t be a more authentic manufacturer partnership for me than one with Chevrolet,” said Iwuji. “When I decided to pursue a professional racing career, I started getting seat time in my Chevrolet Corvette C6 Z06, which I still own today. The story of going from the Navy to NASCAR and having my Corvette play a key part in that journey makes this partnership not only authentic, but inspirational for any person out there looking to accomplish big goals and dreams. This journey gives people hope and shows how much life truly rewards those who stay strong enough, long enough.” Iwuji attended the United States Naval Academy and is currently an officer in the Navy Reserve after serving seven years of active duty. He made five career starts in the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2020-2021, and 15 starts in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series from 2018-2021. “I’ve known Jesse for several years, and I love his passion, drive and persistence,” said Jim Campbell, vice president, Chevrolet Performance and Motorsports. “When Chevy learned of his aspirations to form a team along with Hall of Famer Emmitt Smith, we looked forward to the opportunity to work together on and off the track. We are excited to announce this partnership and go racing in 2022 starting with Daytona.” Iwuji and Smith first met when Smith sponsored a car driven by Iwuji at a race in 2020. The pair helped start Jesse Iwuji Motorsports in 2021.  “First, our team could not be more excited about the partnership with Chevrolet because of what it means to our race team and fans as we get our footing in NASCAR,” said Smith. “It was vital to align to a manufacturer that not only provided us with the very best in technology but also believed in supporting Jesse, believed in the great men and woman that defend our country, believed in diversity, and believed in everything that our team stands for. Jesse Iwuji Motorsports is thrilled to have Chevy play a vital role in our mission to drive diversity, equity and inclusion in racing and join in the development of Jesse as he chases his dream.” Chevrolet will provide engineering support and guidance to Jesse Iwuji Motorsports and help develop team members. “We are excited to have Jesse and Emmitt join our Chevrolet racing family,” said Eric Warren, Chevrolet director of NASCAR Programs. “I respect that Jesse puts effort into continuously improving whatever he does. I grew up watching and cheering the competitive spirit of Emmitt. We will help guide this young team and provide engineering resources to accelerate them along the path to winning races.” Chevrolet won the NASCAR Xfinity Series Manufacturer’s Championship in 2021 for the 23rd time, more than any other manufacturer. It was Chevrolet’s seventh title since the Camaro SS became its flagship vehicle in the series in 2013. Team Chevy drivers won 15 of the 33 races last year. “The launch of Jesse Iwuji Motorsports continues an exciting trend of new team ownership in NASCAR and we wish Jesse, Emmitt and their new partners at Chevrolet great success in their inaugural Xfinity Series season,” said Steve Phelps, NASCAR president. “It’s Chevrolet partnerships like this and many others that demonstrate its commitment to helping grow our sport.”   Jesse Iwuji Motorsports will run the full season, starting at Daytona International Speedway on Saturday, Feb. 19.

February 7, 2022

By most accounts, the inaugural Busch Light Clash at the L.A. Coliseum, an all-new event for NASCAR, exceeded expectations. The same can be said about rookie Harrison Burton and the No. 21 Motorcraft/Quick Lane team.

Just to make the starting field for the 150-lap Clash, Burton had to be smart at times and aggressive at others. And he needed some luck.

But it all came together when it counted and he made the big show, where he drove from 22^nd starting place to 12^th at the checkered flag of the main event.

“We came a long way from our first practice to where we are now and we learned a lot about us and learned about our car as well,” Burton told reporters at the track. “I made a mistake and got into Ricky [Stenhouse Jr.]  

“I feel bad about that. That was just a plain mistake. I talked to him and he seemed good with it, so I appreciate that. Overall, it was just a crazy day.”

Like others he was impressed with the atmosphere at the Clash.  

“This is an amazing event, seeing all the fans and the National Anthem and the crowd going nuts was a really cool experience for me,” he said. “This is just my second race, but the first two times in Cup have been Talladega and now this event, so pretty cool event to do it and just proud to drive this 21 Wood Brothers Ford.”

It took a spirited drive – and a penalty on Ty Dillon – for Burton to make the starting field for the Clash.

Burton qualified an impressive 10^th on Saturday, which put him starting third in his 25-lap heat race. He got up to second place in the early going but wound up eighth, which put him in the second of two 50-lap Last Chance Qualifying races.

It was there that Burton and the No. 21 Motorcraft/Quick Lane Mustang began to show some real muscle.

Starting fifth, Burton ran in the top five for the first half of the race, which was relatively uneventful compared to the frenetic final laps.

He first moved into third place (which was key as the top three advance to the main event) with 20 laps to go. He dropped back on a couple of occasions then made a bold move from fifth place to first with just six laps to go.

Burton led Laps 45-47 but was spun from the top spot with three laps remaining.

He lined up seventh for a three-lap shootout and drove his way to fourth place at the finish, which wound up being just good enough to make the main after Dillon was disqualified by NASCAR for jumping the final restart.

The rookie driver said he was as aggressive as he needed to be.

“I race people hard and race them how they race me,” he said. “Aside from my mistake with [Stenhouse], I wouldn’t change anything I did today [Sunday]]. I’m just proud of that, and when I lay my head down tonight I can know that I did my best job.  

“We got used up. Our back bumper is pretty demolished, but that’s part of being a rookie, and everybody’s got to pay their dues. I understand that, but you can’t get pushed around either.

“There are too many people paying an exorbitant amount of money for me to be here and believe in me too much to just get pushed around.”

Burton said that while the race was a non-points exhibition, he believes it’s a good sign of things to come for him and the Motorcraft/Quick Lane team. 

“I just think that we know we can do it,” he said. “There were times where we showed really good speed, and we’ve got to start somewhere.  

“It’s not a bad starting spot. We’ll keep going from here. I’ll keep getting better from here. Our team will get better from here…

“To finish 12th in our first race as a team isn’t bad.”
 
Eddie Wood said he was pleased with what he saw from Burton, crew chief Brian Wilson and the rest of the Motorcraft/Quick Lane crew. And he offered congratulations to Ford Performance and Team Penske for taking the checkered flag in the inaugural Clash at the Coliseum
 
“It was a good day all around,” Wood said. “Joey Logano and Team Penske put together a great win, and our team stepped it up to get into the race through the Last Chance Qualifier, which was a major accomplishment in itself.”
 
The 21 team’s performance at the Coliseum also had special meaning for the Wood family and the team’s fans as the Motorcraft/Quick Lane Mustang carried a decal honoring the memory of Len Wood’s wife Nancy, who passed away Dec. 11, 2021, after a battle with cancer.
 
Mrs. Wood was an ardent supporter of the family race team and a beloved member of the NASCAR family.
 
The decal also will be on the No. 21 Mustang for the Daytona 500 on Feb. 20 and the first race at Martinsville Speedway, home track for the Wood Brothers. 
 

Austin Dillon Leads Team Chevy With Third-Place Finish in The Clash At The Coliseum In No. 3 True Velocity Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

3rd

10th

N/A

“As a sports fan, it was very cool to race at a historic venue like the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum and be a part of an innovative concept for NASCAR. From where we were last night after qualifying, it took a lot of crazy faith and a little prayer to put it all together today. The True Velocity Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 was really fast in practice. I just struggled a little bit in qualifying, but I knew we would get in the race and be fine. The long run speed was there for us today. We were able to methodically work our way forward during the race. I’m disappointed that I couldn’t get those next two positions at the end. I really wanted to get there, but we would have needed a caution to make it happen. All-in-all, it was a great race, especially to recover from where we were last night. Thank you to everyone back home in Welcome, North Carolina for giving us fast cars. It was a good showing for us, and I’m excited to get this season started.” -Austin Dillon

Tyler Reddick Earns Heat Race Win and Leads Laps in The Clash at The Coliseum Before Early End to No. 8 Guaranteed Rate Chevrolet Team’s Race

21st

2nd

N/A

“The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum exceeded expectations. The fans, the atmosphere, and the intensity of the race itself. Just the intensity of the field and the drivers – it was an incredible experience. Certainly, the obvious big bummer is breaking our transaxle doing something I probably didn’t even need to do. I had done a good job putting heat in the tires all weekend, but maybe I got too aggressive with it. I don’t know for sure. We’ll have to go back and look at it in the shop this week. We had one of the fastest cars on the race track. We were just riding and managing the gap back to Kyle Busch and trying to lap as many cars as we could so we wouldn’t have to worry about them later. But we never made it that far. It’s a tough lesson, but it’s a lesson we can learn from. Thankfully, this wasn’t a points-paying race. It still stings to give away a race like that from the lead, but we’ll be able to learn, grow from it and be even more ready than I thought would be possible rolling into Daytona.” -Tyler Reddick

NASCAR CUP SERIES LOS ANGELES MEMORIAL COLISEUM BUSCH LIGHT CLASH AT THE COLISEUM TEAM CHEVY POST-RACE NOTES & QUOTES FEBRUARY 6, 2022

TOP TEAM CHEVY UNOFFICIAL RACE RESULTS:POS.   DRIVER3rd     AUSTIN DILLON, NO. 3 TRUE VELOCITY CAMARO ZL14th      ERIK JONES, NO. 43 FOCUSFACTOR CAMARO ZL15th      KYLE LARSON, NO. 5 HENDRICKCARS.COM CAMARO ZL16th      WILLIAM BYRON, NO. 24 VALVOLINE CAMARO ZL1 9th      AJ ALLMENDINGER NO. 16 CHEVYLINERS.COM CAMARO ZL1 11th    CHASE ELLIOTT, NO. 9 NAPA AUTO PARTS CAMARO ZL113th    RICKY STENHOUSE JR. NO. 47 FOOD 4 LESS / SLIM JIM CAMARO ZL114th    DANIEL SUAREZ, NO. 99 FREEWAY INSURANCE CAMARO ZL1 19th    JUSTIN HALEY, NO. 31 LEAFFILTER GUTTER PROTECTION CAMARO ZL121st    TYLER REDDICK, NO. 8 GUARANTEED RATE CAMARO ZL1  TOP FIVE UNOFFICIAL RACE RESULTS: POS.  DRIVER1st      Joey Logano (Ford)2nd     Kyle Busch (Toyota)3rd     Austin Dillon (Chevrolet)4th      Erik Jones (Chevrolet)5th      Kyle Larson (Chevrolet)
The NASCAR Cup Series season officially kicks off at Daytona International Speedway with the Daytona 500 on Sunday, February 20, at 2:30 P.M. ET. Live coverage can be found on FOX, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90. TEAM CHEVY POST-RACE NOTES AND QUOTES:AUSTIN DILLON, NO. 3 TRUE VELOCITY CAMARO ZL1 – Finished 3rd AUSTIN, YOUR CAR CAME TO LIFE AT THE END OF THIS RACE. YOUR TEAMMATE (TYLER REDDICK) WAS REALLY STRONG EARLY ON AND THEN, ALL OF A SUDDEN, YOU SHOWED UP WITH A LOT OF SPEED. WHAT ELSE DID YOU NEED FOR THE END OF THIS THING? “Man, I don’t know. From where we were last night, it took a lot of crazy fate and a little prayer last night. Talked to myself. We got it together today. The True Velocity Chevrolet was really fast in practice, I just struggled a little bit in qualifying and knew we would get in the race and be fine. The long run speed was there. Disappointed I couldn’t get those next two cars. I really wanted to get there. But all-in-all, a great race from where we were last night and everyone back home at RCR, good job. It was a good showing for us.” ERIK JONES, NO. 43 FOCUSFACTOR CAMARO ZL1 – Finished 4thYOU HAD SOME DRAMA THERE WITH RYAN BLANEY. WHAT HAPPENED BETWEEN YOU TWO?“Yeah, I was racing with him there and he brake-checked me off of (turn) four for no real reason. I didn’t appreciate that and felt like I showed it on the track. If we have a conversation, we have a conversation. It’s an exhibition race. We’re out here doing what we can. I was frustrated with the move that he made, so that’s what happened.”
“Overall, my No. 43 FOCUSfactor Chevy was really good. It was a good weekend to come home fourth for us. It’s not a race that means a lot, as far as setting us up for the rest of the season. But nobody came out here not trying. It feels good to run good and we’ll hopefully we’ll carry that momentum to Daytona.” KYLE LARSON, NO. 5 HENDRICKCARS.COM CAMARO ZL1 – Finished 5thOVERALL, HOW WAS YOUR EXPERIENCE IN THE BUSCH LIGHT CLASH AT THE COLISEUM AND THE NEXT GEN CAR?“It was an awesome experience all around. First race with the new car. This event was really neat. It seemed like a great atmosphere. I’m not able to ever sit in the stands and watch other races. I got to watch a Heat Race and the Last Chance Qualifiers. It seemed like a blast and I hope we can do more of this.” WHAT ABOUT THE PERFORMANCE? THE DRIVE OFF SEEMED TO BE THE ISSUE. WAS IT LIKE THAT AT THE TAILEND OF THE RACE, AS WELL?“Kind of all weekend. Yesterday and today, I was just too free. I never had a problem turning, but I think my turn was just too good. We’ll just look at it and try be a little bit better for next time.”  WILLIAM BYRON, NO. 24 VALVOLINE CAMARO ZL1 – Finished 6th“It was a fun event and I think the fans got a good show. It was all about track position though, similar to Martinsville. We tried a couple times on restarts to pick up an extra position here and there but we were just too tight the first half of the race to keep it. The guys worked hard, not just today, but all weekend to improve the Valvoline Chevy. We learned a lot with these new cars.” AJ ALLMENDINGER, NO. 16 CHEVYLINERS.COM CAMARO ZL1 – Finished 9th“Definitely happy to make the main. It was cool to be in the L.A. Memorial Coliseum, be a part of this event and have both Kaulig Racing cars make the main. I’m fairly happy with how the race went. To start at the back like that and kind of drive our way to the edge of the top-10, inside the top-10 and finish ninth. I would have liked to have gotten a little bit better. But overall for the weekend, it’s something to build on. Just a great event to be a part of.”  CHASE ELLIOTT, NO. 9 NAPA AUTO PARTS CAMARO ZL1 – Finished 11th“Our race started out pretty decent and we were making progress after starting a little deeper in the field. I kept locking up the right front and unfortunately just got too loose and the car got around. Once I got that little bit of damage our NAPA AUTO PARTS Chevrolet just didn’t drive the same. Congrats to everyone that had a hand in putting this event together though. The fans certainly got an entertaining race.” DANIEL SUAREZ, NO. 99 FREEWAY INSURANCE CAMARO ZL1 – Finished 14th“Overall, it’s hard to be upset, but it’s hard to be happy too. My team did a really good job. They worked very hard and we brought a fast race car. The race track changed a lot. It gained a lot of rubber and unfortunately it didn’t work in our favor. The car that won the race, I was faster than him in practice. But they made it through the race and the race track changed to their advantage. That’s part of racing. We have to learn from it.”
“It was a great experience to be here. It was like racing at home. Coming through driver introductions with some veteran heroes. They were excited; it was very special. Hopefully, we can do it again.” JUSTIN HALEY, NO. 31 LEAFFILTER GUTTER PROTECTION CAMARO ZL1 – Sidelined by damage sustained in an accident on lap 116; Finished 19th“We had a fast Chevrolet. The whole race, we were just kind of pacing ourselves. And then obviously towards the end of the race, the cautions started falling and we just got put in a bad situation. But I’m glad we had speed with our LeafFilter Gutter Protection Chevrolet. Any other day of the week, the cards could turn our way and we could have a good run. Happy to be in contention of a win and we’ll see what Daytona brings.” TYLER REDDICK, NO. 8 GUARANTEED RATE CAMARO ZL1 – Sidelined by mechanical failure; Finished 21st“The L.A. Memorial Coliseum exceeded expectations. The fans, the atmosphere, the intensity of the race itself. Just the intensity of the field and the drivers – it was an incredible experience. Certainly, the obvious big bummer is breaking our transaxle doing something I probably didn’t even need to do. We had one of the fastest cars on the race track. We were just riding and managing the gap back to Kyle; trying to lap as many cars that we could so we wouldn’t have to worry about them later. But we never made it that far. It’s a tough lesson, but it’s a lesson we can learn from. Thankfully this wasn’t a points-paying race. It still stings to give away a race like that from the lead, but we’ll be able to learn, grow from it and be even more ready than I thought would be possible rolling into Daytona.” 

Speedweeks Victory at North FloridaHarris drives 14th-to-second, Lee retains points lead with podium LAKE CITY, FL – Feb. 5, 2022 – It wasn’t a question “if” Tyler Nicely would win a Feature during DIRTcar UMP Modified Speedweeks, so much as it was a matter of “when.” After some struggles at East Bay Raceway Park last week in the kickoff to the Speedweeks points championship, the 2020 Speedweeks champion and his crew regrouped earlier this week and didn’t have to wait long to see Victory Lane. Nicely pulled off a clean sweep of Saturday night at North Florida Speedway, setting fast time in Qualifying, winning his Heat Race and holding off the field on a green-and-white, checkered finish to score the win. “I feel like we should’ve had one over there at East Bay,” said Nicely, of Owensboro, KY. “Definitely should’ve been on the podium every night I feel like, so it feels good to get the first one off our back.” He won the race, but didn’t actually get the lead until the final laps. Outside polesitter Jason Garver swiped the lead from Nicely when the green dropped and held tight to it until Lucas Lee bested him on a Lap 7 restart. With Lee now in command of the field, Garver began to slip back into the clutches of Nicely. The two swapped the second and third spots around a few times over the next 15 laps – Nicely using his excellent acceleration out of Turn 2 to pass Garver back after he would drive around him on the top. Several caution periods littered the second half of the race, which eventually benefitted Nicely and his choice of Hoosier Racing Tire in the end. “We went with a little harder tire, and I feel like I got beat by that down at East Bay, so I didn’t want to try and go softer,” Nicely said. “I just needed about three laps to get going.” Then came a turning-point restart on Lap 17, when Nicely fired-off well and maintained pace with leader Lee. With Nicely inching Lee in every lap, Lee decided to stay about a half-groove higher than the very bottom of the track, where Nicely was running. Nicely saw this and took his shot with three-to-go, getting under him out of Turn 2, drawing even with Lee’s #12 into Turn 3 and prying the spot away from him at the exit of Turn 4. “On those restarts I’d get shuffled back, and finally we got a couple laps run and I was able to get underneath Lucas, and it was a good, clean race,” Nicely said. “I thought as long as I could keep my speed up, [I’d be fine],” Lee said. “I didn’t think he was coming. My [signal] guy gave me a lead, and then it closed-up, and I knew I was a sitting duck.” But that wasn’t the end of it. Christopher Rutherford spun in Turns 3-4 just as the leaders were coming for the checkers and the caution flag was thrown. This set up an intense green-and-white, checkered finish. “I was actually worried more about Lucas,” Nicely said of his thoughts under the yellow. “I just wanted to make sure I hung my car out enough just so he couldn’t get a run in the middle going into Turn 1 on the last lap.” But Nicely never flinched. He mashed the throttle on the start and sped away, opening a big gap behind him and securing the victory the next time by. Crossing in second was Jupiter, FL-driver Clay Harris. Sporting a brand-new Longhorn by Loenbro chassis in his first competitive night on the car, Harris put together an amazing drive from 14th to second in 25 laps. Before the final caution was thrown, Harris had been riding in third behind Lee. But that final restart gave him one last opportunity to pick up another spot, which he didn’t waste. “He messed-up a little bit coming out of Turn 2 and Turn 4 on the same lap,” Harris said. “I thought I was going to pass him, and then the white flag came out, and I wasn’t even gonna try him. Then, they threw the caution, and I knew it was game time.” New Speedweeks points leader Lucas Lee finished third after leading most of the race. Though he only lost ten points to Nicely in the standings, he said his tire choice cost him in the end. “It was a gamble anyway,” Lee said. “I think I found the rubber before they did, and my tire wasn’t going to be there at the end. When my [stick signals] closed-up, I knew [Nicely] had a [harder compound] on. I figured he was coming.” The DIRTcar UMP Modified Winternationals action continues at North Florida Speedway on Sunday, Feb. 6. Follow along on the DIRTcar Facebook, Instagram and Twitter pages for all the latest updates and content. Winternationals Feature (25 Laps) – 1. 25-Tyler Nicely[1]; 2. 21J-Clay Harris[14]; 3. 12-Lucas Lee[3]; 4. 27-Jason Garver[2]; 5. 72-Todd Neiheiser[8]; 6. 27R-Steve Rex[17]; 7. 57-Fletcher Mason[4]; 8. 51-Brandon Green[13]; 9. 242-Brandon Bollinger[15]; 10. 91-Jamie Green[6]; 11. 117-Clinton Gillen[12]; 12. 7S-Ronnie Chance[18]; 13. 2J-Troy Johnson[9]; 14. 18-Christopher Rutherford[20]; 15. 62E-Deece Schwartz[11]; 16. S21-Seth Daniels[5]; 17. 3D-Makayla Tyrrell[16]; 18. 141-Justin Galbreath[7]; 19. 16C-John Clippinger[10]; 20. 21D-Danny Schwartz[21]; 21. 711B-Jerry Bland Jr[22]; 22. 05-Dave Wietholder[25]; 23. I 70-Kim Edington[19]; 24. 60-James McKeown[24]; 25. 12D-Wesley Duboise[23]; 26. 49-Billy Green[26]

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The 2021 NAPA Super DIRT Week champion powered through a blown tire on the final lap to secure another resume-building victory

By Dean Reynolds

NICHOLS, SC – Feb. 6, 2022 – Zach Sobotka’s status in the DIRTcar Sportsman Modified division has skyrocketed in a matter of months. Along with his track championships and NAPA Super DIRT Week Chevrolet Performance 75 title last year, the Mexico, NY driver won big again Saturday night during the South of the Border Showdown finale.

The numbers in the box score will indicate an easy victory. The drama on the final lap said otherwise.

Coming out of Turn 4, with the double checkered flags waving, Sobotka’s right rear tire blew, throwing his car into the outside wall. The blood was in the water and the sharks behind him were full force after it. Determined to hold the win, Sobotka manhandled his machine down the front stretch and guided it to the $3,000 payday at Lake View Motor Speedway.

“I just don’t know what to say. I guess it does pay to have some good luck on your side,” Sobotka said. “The tire didn’t give any warning and then it just gave out. I just held the foot to the floor hoping that I would hang on as I didn’t know where anyone was behind me.”

Luck first found Sobotka before the 50-lap Feature when he drew the pole. Once he led the field to the green, his #38 car was fast out of the gate. He didn’t let early cautions and a red flag hinder his performance, maintaining the lead throughout the race. By the halfway point, slower traffic became an unwanted factor.

“It was a little hairy there, even though my car felt good in all lanes,” Sobotka said. “The bottom was preferred, and I just tried to hit my marks. I wasn’t sure if I wanted that yellow or not (on Lap 36). You’re in a groove and feeling comfortable. Even with slower cars sometimes you just don’t want to get out of a rhythm. But on the other hand, having an open track can be good, too.”

His car was superior to his rivals all night, allowing him to open another sizable lead. It was big enough for him to hold on at the fateful last corner to the finish.  Then, going over the scales also turned into a scare. The reading came up 2402 – two pounds over the legal limit.

“That got my attention, but with the fuel, we burned and also the tire I guess it wasn’t a surprise,” Sobotka added. “I’m just glad it all worked out. We had a tough first night but this made up for it and I can say this is one of my biggest wins.  I love this place and if they keep this event going, we will always be here until I move up to the Modifieds.”

While it wasn’t a victory, Chris Johnson’s second-place finish may feel like one. Brother of Big Block Modified star Marc Johnson, Chris rarely travels outside his Albany, NY area. But his 12-hour foray from home resulted in a head-turning performance and $1,500 payday.

“This feels really good,” Johnson said. “I mean, finishing second to Sobotka is nothing to be ashamed of and to travel outside our area and do well shows what kind of team we have put together. We just decided that we could do the trip and we gave it a shot. I’m glad we did. Having a run like this is special. It shows that we are getting there.”

Johnson admitted to not having much for Sobotka, he did have enough to keep Brian Calabrese and Joe Toth behind him.

“I was just concentrating on hitting my marks,” Johnson said. “Was the track a bit locked down and tricky? Yes. But it had speed and you really couldn’t make any mistakes.”

Toth won the battle against Calabrese to claim the final podium spot by the end of the race. The strong finish for the Newtown, PA driver came on just his fifth time running Hoosiers and first time running a DIRTcar sanctioned event.

“I’m happy with our results tonight, especially after struggling on the first night,” said Toth with a smile. “I just haven’t had the opportunity to come to New York, but we made the decision to come here, and we’re glad we did.”

Richard Murtaugh III backed up his fourth-place finish from Friday night’s opener with another fourth. This time, however, he did so by making a charge from the 18th starting position. Calabrese rounded out the top five.

RESULTS
South of the Border Showdown Finale Feature Finish:
1. Zach Sobotka ($3,000), 2. Chris Johnson ($1,500), 3. Joe Toth ($1,000), 4. Richard Murtaugh III ($900), 5. Brian Calabrese ($800), 6. Cedric Gauvreau ($700), 7. Robert Delormier ($600), 8. Andrew Buff ($500), 9. Mike Bruno ($400), 10. Justin Buff ($300), 11. Jim Nagle ($200), 12. Dylan Madsen ($200), 13. Jamy Begor ($200), 14. Zach Buff ($200), 15. Chris Jakubiak ($200), 16. Tanner Siemons ($200), 17. Jeff Watson ($200), 18. Marty Kelly ($200), 19. Seth Zacharias ($200), 20. Dane Hedlund ($0), 21. Ricky Thompson (4200), 22. Steve Davis ($200), 23. Brock Pinkerous ($0), 24. Blayden Arquette ($200), 25. David Boisclair ($200). DNS – Bentley Gray ($50). Did Not Qualify – Kelly Smith, David VanBuren, Brandon Gibbons, Mike Ballestero, Jake Mason, Eric Loyer