Wood Brothers

Blaney To Start 15th At Kentucky After Rain Washes Out Qualifying

Blaney To Start 15th At Kentucky After Rain Washes Out Qualifying

July 8, 2016

What a difference a year makes for Ryan Blaney and the No. 21 Motorcraft/Quick Lane team.

Last year, Blaney was 16th fastest in the pre-qualifying practice at Kentucky Speedway, but did not get to race after qualifying was rained out and his then-part-time team did not have a provisional starting position.

This year, rain again washed out Sprint Cup qualifying at Kentucky, but Blaney will race as there are only 40 teams entered for the 40 starting spots. He’ll start 15th, as the lineup is now set by owner’s points in the event qualifying is cancelled.

“The good news is we are in the show,” said team co-owner Eddie Wood. “With rain interrupting things here at Kentucky, we’ll probably have to go into the race knowing we will have to make adjustments to the car as the race goes on.” Continue reading Blaney To Start 15th At Kentucky After Rain Washes Out Qualifying →

Chevrolet Racing

Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Kentucky–Dale Earnhardt Jr

NASCAR SPRINT CUP SERIES
QUAKER STATE 400
KENTUCKY SPEEDWAY
TEAM CHEVY DRIVER PRESS CONF. TRANSCRIPT
JULY 8, 2016

DALE EARNHARDT JR., NO. 88 NATIONWIDE CHEVROLET SS, met with media and discussed his visit to the Nationwide Children’s Hospital, the new track surface at Kentucky Speedway, the importance of a spotter, and more. Full Transcript:

ON HIS VISIT TO NATIONWIDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL IN COLUMBUS, OHIO YESTERDAY:
“I was really lucky to go up there and get a bit of a behind-the-scenes look and be brought in and introduced to several patients and get a bit of a tour of some of the facility. We’ve been up there for the last year or two to go through that and it’s a lot of fun. The patients are awesome to talk to and to get to know. And we donated a Victory Bell, much like we have at Hendrick Motorsports, yesterday; and two of the kids graduated today and rang it today. So, it’s awesome to know that thing is getting some use. But it’s a great treat for me to go there and I got to take Amy with me this week and she got to see a little bit of it. It’s a lot of fun. I look forward to going back.” Continue reading Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Kentucky–Dale Earnhardt Jr →

Red Horse Racing

Red Horse Racing–Buckle Up in Your Trunk 225

RACE REPORT
Buckle Up In Your Truck 225
Kentucky Speedway
July 7, 2016

Red Horse Racing at Kentucky Speedway

This week, Red Horse Racing and the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series traveled to the Bluegrass State for the Buckle Up In Your Truck 225 at Kentucky Speedway. Three practice sessions were scheduled for Wednesday afternoon, but only two were completed due to inclement weather. In the first session, Timothy Peters and Brett Moffitt, filling in for Matt Tifft, posted the 11th and sixth fastest times respectively. In the final session, Moffitt paced the field, while Peters was eighth fastest. On Thursday, teams prepared for knock out single-truck qualifying, where Moffitt transferred to the second round and secured the second-place starting spot and Peters earned the 14th position in the first round for the 150-lap event. Moffitt’s engine expired on lap 27, relegating him to a 31st-place finish, while Peters earned a top-10 and finished ninth.
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Brett Moffitt
No. 11 Surface Systems
Toyota Tundra

Engine Failure Relegates Brett Moffitt to 31st-Place Finish at Kentucky Speedway After Strong Debut

On Thursday, Brett Moffitt finished 31st at Kentucky Speedway after losing an engine, just 27 laps into the Buckle Up In Your Truck 225. Moffitt, in the No. 11 Surface Systems Sunscreen Toyota Tundra for Matt Tifft, had a strong weekend prior to the engine failure. Inclement weather on Wednesday resulted in only two of three scheduled practices, and Moffitt posted the sixth fastest time in the first and was fastest in final practice. On Thursday, Moffitt transferred into the final round of single-truck knockout qualifying to earn a second-place starting spot for the 150-lap event. Moffitt maintained position in the top five, but on lap 27, his engine expired, relegating him to a 31st-place finish.

Start – 2
Finish – 31
Owner Points Position – 14
Laps Led – 0

Brett Moffitt Quotes:
“About two laps before, I had a small vibration and it kind of went away, so I figured it was something in the transmission or the clutch that happens a lot. We had a really good Surface Sunscreen Toyota Tundra and this was just kind of a bummer.”

“Through turns 1 and 2 it stuck pretty good, by the time we got up to speed through turns 3 and 4 there was a little less grip out there. I didn’t push the issue too much early on, we were a little too tight to start that run. We needed to make some adjustments to the truck. Other than that, the Red Horse Racing group brought a great truck and I can’t thank them enough.”
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Timothy Peters No. 17
No. 17 Red Horse Racing
Toyota Tundra

Timothy Peters Bounces Back for Top-10 at Kentucky Speedway

Timothy Peters rebounded at Kentucky Speedway to record his seventh top-10 in 10 races in the Buckle Up In Your Truck 225. The No. 17 team unloaded the red and white Red Horse Racing Toyota Tundra for two practices on Wednesday afternoon and recorded the 11th fastest speed in the first and the eighth fastest speed in the second practice. On Thursday afternoon, in knockout single truck qualifying, Peters secured the 14th-place starting spot in the first round. Prior to the first caution flag, Peters reported that his Tundra was tight in turn 2. Under the yellow, he visited pit road and crew chief Shane Huffman gave him two tires and fuel, as well as adjustments and he gained three positions to restart in the eighth position. Peters moved up to the sixth position by the yellow flag on lap 43. Under a caution on lap 46, Peters again visited pit road and this time took four Goodyear tires and Sunoco fuel, restarting in the 17th position. Under the next yellow, as competitor pit stops cycled through, Peters stayed out and took the lead. He would lead a total of five laps, then drop to second, but during a two-tire stop under caution on lap 104, the fuel cell was not filled all the way, so Huffman called Peters back for two more tires and additional fuel before the restart. With 41 laps to go, Peters restarted 19th, and battled back to gain 10 spots and take the checkered flag in ninth.

Start – 14
Finish – 9
Driver Points Position – 4
Owner Points Position -4
Laps Led – 5

Timothy Peters Quote:
“We had a really good Toyota Tundra this weekend. It was really fast in race trim, and unfortunately our result didn’t show how good we were. Shane (Huffman, crew chief) and the guys worked really hard to bring a fast truck and they made good adjustments all night, so we’ll just go on to Eldora (Speedway) and see what we can do there.”

Chevrolet Racing

Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Kentucky–Kevin Harvick

NASCAR SPRINT CUP SERIES
QUAKER STATE 400
KENTUCKY SPEEDWAY
TEAM CHEVY QUALIFYING TRANSCRIPT
JULY 8, 2016

Qualifying for Quaker State 400 at Kentucky Speedway Cancelled Due to Rain
Chevrolet’s Kevin Harvick to Lead the Field to Green

SPARTA KY. – July 8, 2016 – Qualifying for Saturday night’s Quaker State 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race at Kentucky Speedway has been cancelled due to inclement weather.

The starting grid has been set per the provisions in the NASCAR rulebook. NASCAR announced prior to the Coke Zero 400 at Daytona International Speedway two weeks ago, that current year owner points would replace practice speeds for determining race eligibility and starting position in the event adverse conditions prevent qualifying from taking place. As a result of this change, Chevrolet SS driver Kevin Harvick will lead the field to green for the sixth annual Quaker State 400 from Kentucky Speedway. This will be the first time the 2014 series champion has started from the top spot at the 1.5-mile track. Continue reading Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Kentucky–Kevin Harvick →

Erica Enders

Pro Stock champ Erica Enders partners with Melling Performance for remainder of 2016

Pro Stock champ Erica Enders partners with Melling Performance for remainder of 2016
CHICAGO (July 8) — Two-time Pro Stock champion Erica Enders will partner with Melling Performance for the 12 remaining races on the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series schedule as a major associate sponsor.

Enders will drive the Elite Motorsports/Melling Dodge Dart during the K&N Filters Route 66 NHRA Nationals this weekend at Route 66 Raceway to kick off the partnership.

“We’re excited to partner with Melling Performance,” Enders said. “They’re a very reputable name in all of motorsports, and we’re pleased to be able to introduce them to a whole new market.”

Enders is returning to the site of her first career victory, scored in 2012. Since then, she has become a superstar in the sport, winning six races and the Pro Stock championship in 2014 and nine races and the title last year. She recently was nominated for an ESPY Award in the Best Driver category for the second year in a row.

This year marks the 70th anniversary of Melling Engine Parts in Jackson, Mich. Melling services the original-equipment, replacement, and high-performance automotive markets with best-in-class engine components. Melling has a long successful heritage in motorsports competing at the highest level for over 45 years.

“Everyone at Melling Performance is excited about our new association with Erica and Elite Motorsports,” Melling Performance CEO Mark Melling said. “The power and speed of NHRA is a perfect fit for our company. Melling has been launching a ton of new performance engine parts, and we are pumped to see Erica launch our logos down the strip.”

Chevrolet Racing

Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Kentucky–Chase Elliott

NASCAR SPRINT CUP SERIES
QUAKER STATE 400
KENTUCKY SPEEDWAY
TEAM CHEVY DRIVER PRESS CONF. TRANSCRIPT
JULY 8, 2016

CHASE ELLIOTT, NO. 24 NAPA AUTO PARTS CHEVROLET SS, met with members of the media at Kentucky Speedway and discussed his get back and give back paint scheme this weekend, his thoughts on his progress thus far this season, how the first practice session went for the No. 24 team yesterday and many other topics. Full Transcript:

TALK ABOUT THE RACING THIS SEASON AND YOUR OUTLOOK FOR THE SECOND HALF OF THE YEAR:
“Yeah, I think there have certainly been some close finishes. I wish had been a part of some of the close battles there that we have seen at Phoenix and Sonoma. Definitely some cool races I think from a fans perspective to watch. Hopefully, that has been exciting to see whether or not fans are at the race track or watching from home. I think that is encouraging and certainly hasn’t been lack of effort to try different packages and see what works, what doesn’t and try to get a direction for moving forward.” Continue reading Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Kentucky–Chase Elliott →

World of Outlaws

At a Glance: Shane Stewart Ready to Roll Into the ‘Month of Money’

At a Glance: Shane Stewart Ready to Roll Into the ‘Month of Money’
The World of Outlaws Craftsman® Sprint Car Series takes on the FVP Outlaws at Cedar Lake double-header beginning Friday, July 8

CONCORD, N.C. – July 7, 2016 – The World of Outlaws Craftsman® Sprint Car Series kicks off the ‘Month of Money’ on Friday at Cedar Lake Speedway for the FVP Outlaws at Cedar Lake. One driver who comes into the grueling month-long stretch of the biggest races of the season with experience and success is Shane Stewart.

Last season, Stewart, en route to a second place points finish and in his first full series season in a decade, cruised through the ‘Month of Money’ scoring some of the highest profile wins of the season. He swept both nights at Eldora Speedway and claimed his first Kings Royal win and then went on score the Ironman 55 title. Stewart also stood in victory lane on one of the preliminary nights at the Knoxville Nationals and finished fourth on Knoxville Saturday. Continue reading At a Glance: Shane Stewart Ready to Roll Into the ‘Month of Money’ →

World of Outlaws

Record $320,975 Posted For 33rd Annual Kings Royal Weekend At Eldora

Record $320,975 Posted For 33rd Annual Kings Royal Weekend At Eldora
World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Car Series Return For Expanded Three-Day Event July 14-15-16

ROSSBURG, Ohio – July 7, 2016 – The 33rd running of Kings Royal Weekend, expanded this year to include a full World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Car Series race on Thursday, July 14, already promises fans more racing and Eldora Speedway officials today announced more prize money for the racers.
Saturday’s tradition of $50,000-to-win and the pomp and circumstance that surrounds racing’s most unique victory remains untouched – but that is the only position that does not see a major increase for 2016. Over half of the 40-lap Kings Royal finishers will earn double the money posted in previous years. Highlights include: 2nd) $20,000; 5th) $10,000; 10th) $5,000; 24th) $3,000 and the first non-transfer from the B-Feature will receive $2,000. All B-Feature and C-Feature positions received healthy increases as well.

Thursday’s “Jokers Wild” will pay $10,000 to the winner while Friday night’s “The Knight Before” has been increased to $12,000-to-win.

Eight different drivers have won the Kings Royal over the past eight years. Shane Stewart is the defending winner of both the Kings Royal and The Knight Before.

Tickets and camping for all three nights of the 33rd Kings Royal Weekend, sprint car racing’s annual showcase featuring the stars of the World of Outlaws Craftsman Sprint Car Series versus Ohio’s best, including the Arctic Cat All Star Circuit of Champions, are available now at www.EldoraSpeedway.com or by phone at (937) 338-3815.

Chevrolet Racing

Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Kentucky–Austin Dillon

NASCAR SPRINT CUP SERIES
QUAKER STATE 400
KENTUCKY SPEEDWAY
TEAM CHEVY DRIVER PRESS CONF. TRANSCRIPT
JULY 7, 2016

AUSTIN DILLON, NO. 3 DOW CHEVROLET SS, met with members of the media at Kentucky Speedway and discussed the possibility of making the Chase, his past success at Kentucky, the new track surface and many other topics. Full Transcript:

TALK ABOUT HOW FUN IT’S BEEN TO RACE SO FAR THIS YEAR AND WHAT YOUR OUTLOOK IS FOR THIS WEEKEND:
“For us it’s an opportunity I think coming to a track that is freshly paved. The racing has been pretty solid this year. We look at this as an opportunity for us coming to a place that not anybody has a real true advantage. There are some guys that tested here, but as far as the banking and the layout of the track, I’ve been pretty fast here. I’m looking forward to this weekend’s race and the opportunities it brings. It was nice getting in the Xfinity car and kind of learning a little bit before we get in the Cup car. I think it will be interesting for sure come Saturday night.” Continue reading Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Kentucky–Austin Dillon →

Jegs Racing

JEGS.com racer Troy Coughlin Jr. enjoys a taste of Chicago before NHRA race

JEGS.com racer Troy Coughlin Jr. enjoys a taste of Chicago before NHRA race
CHICAGO (July 7) — JEGS.com driver Troy Coughlin Jr. experienced the city of Chicago this week before racing in the K&N Filters Route 66 NHRA Nationals this weekend at Route 66 Raceway.

Coughlin will race in the Super Gas and Super Comp classes of the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series in Chicago, driving his JEGS.com roadster in Super Gas and his JEGS.com dragster in Super Comp. Continue reading JEGS.com racer Troy Coughlin Jr. enjoys a taste of Chicago before NHRA race →

Chevrolet Racing

CORVETTE DPs IN CANADA: Riding Race-Winning Momentum

CORVETTE DPs IN CANADA: Riding Race-Winning Momentum
Two straight victories and Prototype Engine Manufacturer Championship lead

· Wayne Taylor Racing seeks to repeat 2015 Canadian Tire Motorsport Park win

· Action Express Racing coming off 1-2 finish at Watkins Glen

· Barbosa, Fittipaldi enter holding Driver’s Championship lead

DETROIT (July 7, 2016) – If momentum means anything in racing, then Chevrolet’s Corvette Daytona Prototype program has it in bucket loads at the moment. The four Corvette DP teams in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship head to Canadian Tire Motorsport Park for this weekend’s Mobil 1 SportsCar Grand Prix presented by Hawk Performance – the second of back-to-back race weekends to start the inward half of the 2016 season.
Continue reading CORVETTE DPs IN CANADA: Riding Race-Winning Momentum →

Erica Enders

Pro Stock champ Erica Enders returns to site of first pro victory

Pro Stock champ Erica Enders
returns to site of first pro victory
CHICAGO (July 6) — Two-time Pro Stock champion Erica Enders returns to where all of her professional success started, Route 66 Raceway, for the K&N Filters Route 66 NHRA Nationals this weekend.

Four years ago, Enders was still fighting for her first victory, racing to six final rounds over her career but without sealing the deal. However, when Enders and her team got to Chicago, they felt really good about their chances.

“I remember that day like it was yesterday,” Enders said. “When we got to the track on Thursday — I don’t know why but it happens at a handful of racetracks — we had a good feeling when we walked through he gate. I was always hopeful that whatever track we were at would be the track where I got my first win, but that was definitely an awesome weekend. Continue reading Pro Stock champ Erica Enders returns to site of first pro victory →

Jegs Racing

Teamwork is the key to JEGS Allstars title

Teamwork is the key to JEGS Allstars title
CHICAGO (July 6) — For racers in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, winning an individual title at the JEGS Allstars race is a tremendous achievement, but being a part of the winning overall team is an extra-special accomplishment.

Held in conjunction with the K&N Filters Route 66 NHRA Nationals, an NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series event, the JEGS Allstars race is a unique event that crowns individual champions in 10 separate eliminators, in addition to an overall team champion.

Now in its 32nd season, the JEGS Allstars event features a total purse of more than $120,000, plus an additional $50,000 in manufacturers’ contingency postings, making it one of the richest events of its kind. Continue reading Teamwork is the key to JEGS Allstars title →

Jegs Racing

Mike Coughlin ready to show progress with JEGS.com Top Dragster

Mike Coughlin ready to show progress with JEGS.com Top Dragster
CHICAGO (July 6) — Mike Coughlin hopes to show off the progress made with his new JEGS.com Top Dragster during this weekend’s K&N Filters Route 66 NHRA Nationals at Route 66 Raceway.

Coughlin, one of four brothers who run JEGS High Performance, unveiled the new Dan Page-built dragster for the 2016 season. Crew chief Greg Cody and team members Dave Roark and Tony Collier continue to fine-tune the car, and Coughlin knows progress was made at the most recent race in Norwalk, Ohio, even if it didn’t show up on paper. Continue reading Mike Coughlin ready to show progress with JEGS.com Top Dragster →

Jegs Racing

Prior success has Jeg Coughlin Jr. pumped about Chicago

Prior success has Jeg Coughlin Jr. pumped about Chicago
CHICAGO (July 6) — At the top of the professional win list for Route 66 Raceway, site of this weekend’s K&N Filters Route 66 NHRA Nationals, are two of the best in NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series history.

Pro Stock star Jeg Coughlin Jr. and Top Fuel driver Tony Schumacher each have won five times in Chicago during their brilliant careers. Those 10 victories in Chicago mirror other combined stats: 13 championships, 138 victories.

Coughlin, for one, would love to add to those totals as he races the Magneti Marelli offered by Mopar/JEGS.com Dodge Dart this weekend. Continue reading Prior success has Jeg Coughlin Jr. pumped about Chicago →

Chevrolet Racing

CHEVROLET AT JOLIET

CHEVROLET AT JOLIET

What:
19th K&N Filters Route 66 NHRA Nationals
When:
Friday, July 8-Sunday, June 10
Where:
Route 66 Raceway, Joliet, Illinois
TV:
FS1: Qualifying – 10 p.m. ET Saturday (taped highlights)
FS1: Eliminations and finals – 2 p.m. ET Sunday (live)

Chevrolet Drivers Seek to Add More Victories to Highly Successful Season
K&N Filters Route 66 NHRA Nationals near Chicago kicks off second half Continue reading CHEVROLET AT JOLIET →

Chevrolet Racing

Chevrolet IndyCar Drivers Aim for More Oval Success

Chevrolet IndyCar Drivers Aim for More Oval Success

· Chevrolet drivers prepare for challenging Iowa Speedway short oval
ᴏ 300-lap race on .894-mile racetrack always full of action
· Chevrolet drivers have won eight of the nine completed races this season
o Will Power moves into title contention by winning past two races
o Conclusion of Firestone 600 has been delayed until August 27
· Josef Newgarden has been the runner-up at Iowa Speedway the past two years
· Pagenaud continues to lead standings; top six in points are Chevy drivers
· Chevrolet continues to lead manufacturers’ standings

DETROIT (July 6, 2016) – Reigning Verizon IndyCar Series champion Scott Dixon has started from the pole position three times in nine races at Iowa Speedway and come away with seven top-10 finishes. The driver of the No. 9 Target Chip Ganassi Racing Chevrolet believes he’s due to top his third-place high in the Iowa Corn 300 this weekend. Continue reading Chevrolet IndyCar Drivers Aim for More Oval Success →

Wood Brothers

Motorcraft/Quick Lane Team In Unchartered Territory At Kentucky

Motorcraft/Quick Lane Team In Unchartered Territory At Kentucky

July 6, 2016

The No. 21 Motorcraft/Quick Lane team will write a new chapter in the team’s history as they compete at Kentucky Speedway for the first time ever.

The team’s rookie driver Ryan Blaney is no stranger to the Sparta, Ky., track. He’s won two Xfinity Series races there, in 2013 and last year, driving for Team Penske. In the Camping World Truck Series he has three top-five finishes and a pole position driving a Ford owned by Brad Keselowski. His third-place finishes were in 2014 and 2015. Despite these achievments, any advantage Blaney and his crew chief Jeremy Bullins might have from those earlier races has been lessened by a repave and reconfiguration of the 1.5-mile track. Turns one and two have seen the banking increased from 14 to 17 degrees, and those turns have been narrowed by a widening of the pit road exit. Turns three and four are basically the same as before, at 14 degrees of banking. Continue reading Motorcraft/Quick Lane Team In Unchartered Territory At Kentucky →

KB Racing, Summit Racing

TEAM SUMMIT RACING WANTS WIN 13, LOOKS TO KEEP MOMENTUM GOING

TEAM SUMMIT RACING WANTS WIN 13, LOOKS TO KEEP MOMENTUM GOING
IN THE SECOND HALF OF THE NHRA SEASON

Mooresville, NC (July 6, 2016)—This weekend, the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series enters the second half of the 24 event season at The K&N Filters NHRA Route 66 Nationals July 8–10 in Joliet, Illinois. Team Summit Racing Pro Stock Drivers Greg Anderson and Jason Line have taken home the first 12 wins of the year and want win lucky 13 in Joliet.

Anderson and Line have their eyes on the Pro Stock competition.

“At this point in the season we are still making some gains, but they are much smaller,” Line said. “It’s getting tougher to stay ahead. I predict the field will even out by the time we reach the NHRA Countdown to the Championship.”

Anderson admits that Route 66 Raceway is a tough track. He has been runner-up six times at the track with one win there in 2011.

“It’s a great race track. I just haven’t had the best luck there. It was one of the last tracks for me to conquer,” Anderson said. “I’m a fan of the stadium style design at Route 66 Raceway. When you do a burnout, the smoke hangs there and you drive back through it. It’s really cool for fans.”

Line jokes that he likes Joliet because of a special milestone he reached at this track. “It’s a special place for me because it was here that I beat Greg for the first time,” said Line.

For Summit Racing Nitro Funny Car driver Tim Wilkerson, Route 66 Raceway is the home track for the Springfield, Illinois native, and he’s looking forward to competing this weekend.

“I like to race at Route 66 Raceway with all my family and friends cheering me on,” said Wilkerson. “With close to 200 Levi, Ray & Shoup employees and guests expected at the track this weekend, I want to make them proud to have their logo on my Shelby Mustang.”

Uncategorized

QUAKER STATE® RETURNS TO THE BLUEGRASS STATE FOR 6th ANNUAL SPRINT CUP SERIES RACE

QUAKER STATE® RETURNS TO THE BLUEGRASS STATE FOR 6th ANNUAL SPRINT CUP SERIES RACE
Newly Renovated Kentucky Speedway is set for Quaker State 400 Presented by Advance Auto Parts

HOUSTON, TX, July 5, 2016 – Quaker State® will return to the newly repaved track at Kentucky Speedway for the Quaker State 400 presented by Advance Auto Parts. The revamped racing surface and the increased degree of banking in Turns 1 and 2 will make for an especially fast and competitive race. The annual Sprint Cup Series race will anchor a NASCAR tripleheader weekend ending with the main event at the 1.5 mile, tri-oval race on Saturday, July 9th. The race will be broadcast live at 7:30 p.m. EST on NBC Sports Network.

“It’s hard to believe that the Quaker State 400 is already in its sixth year as a regularly scheduled race in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. In 2016, in addition to a newly renovated track, we’ll continue to engage fans with unique race-day experiences,” said Doug Kooyman, Global Brand Manager, Quaker State. “For one day each year, Quaker State celebrates with race fans by painting the Bluegrass State green. As we like to say about Kentucky Speedway, the walls are just as green on each side!”

Race Fan Experiences:
· Fans attending the race will receive a Quaker State-green rally towel as they enter the gates. Race-goers will be encouraged to show their support for their favorite drivers by waving their towel from the time they approach the starting line until they take the checkered flag.
· The Quaker State display area will feature an oil change demonstration done on the Tommy Pike Customs 2015 Mustang GT and a game with opportunities to win prizes. Visitors to the tent can also engage with Advance Auto Parts, Tommy Pike Customs™ and Fishing League Worldwide Quaker State Anglers – Jimmy Houston, Scott Canterbury and Matt Arey. Throughout the race weekend, fans can enter giveaways to win prizes such as the Jimmy Houston 50th Anniversary-inspired 2015 RAM 1500 pickup truck designed and built by Tommy Pike and his team at Tommy Pike Customs or a Quaker State inspired Orion cooler.
· Fans can capture memories from the race by taking selfies and sharing with friends at the Quaker State 400 photo area.

Quaker State ‘VIPs’:
· The Advance Auto Parts Rev It Up! RV Tour is headed back to Sparta and fans will have the opportunity to meet Sprint Cup driver Regan Smith, as well as receive prizes such as branded merchandise, win gift cards and play the exclusive Rev It Up! digital game at the RV display area. They will also have a chance to meet Advance’s mascot, Tuxlee, with a growing Instagram following (Instagram.com/tuxleeontour). Visitors can also sign up for Advance’s Speed Perks loyalty program at the RV site or visit advanceautoparts.com.

Quaker State 400 Returns to Kentucky Speedway

· Tommy Pike Customs™ will return to Kentucky for a third year with Quaker State and supercharge the area with the 2016 Maserati Ghibli S Quaker State/Tommy Pike Customs’ show car, 2015 Ford Mustang GT and 1969 F-100 “Quaker State Truck.” Tommy will be “revving up” the event with his 450-500 horsepower engine stand display powered by Quaker State Ultimate Durability Full Synthetic motor oil. Fans also have the opportunity to talk to Tommy Pike about his passion for developing and customizing vehicles and why he chooses Quaker State.
· Fishing League Worldwide pro-anglers Jimmy Houston, Matt Arey and Scott Canterbury will set out to the Quaker State casting pond for interactive fishing clinics with fans. Each angler will be available to sign autographs and take fan questions.
· Advance Auto Parts Speed Perks Members will have an exclusive opportunity for VIP treatment through an autograph session with Regan Smith, Fishing League Worldwide pro-anglers, Tommy Pike and more! Visit SpeedPerks.com to learn more or to sign up for this cost-saving loyalty program.

With the Quaker State 400 rolling back into town, the Kentucky Speedway track renovation project will be in the national spotlight. In addition to increased banking in Turns 1 and 2, the comprehensive project is highlighted by drainage improvements and an additional Steel and Foam Energy Reduction (SAFER) barrier.
Advance Auto Parts President, George Sherman, will start the race as the Grand Marshal. “We’re thrilled to be the presenting sponsor of the Quaker State 400 for the fourth year now and look forward to watching the battle on the fresh asphalt from under the lights,” said Sherman. “We’ll be waving our Quaker State rally towels proudly as Regan Smith and the No. 7 Tommy Baldwin Racing Chevrolet approach the starting line carrying the Advance Auto Parts colors.”

Thanks to Quaker State and Advance Auto Parts, race fans can enjoy the hard fought battle from the stands at a great savings. Fans can purchase two $89 Quaker State 400 race tickets for only $100, a savings of $78: http://www.kentuckyspeedway.com/aap/.

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