EASTABOGA, AL (April 22, 2025) – It’s race week in Talladega, but the most powerful race cars in Alabama won’t be found at Talladega Superspeedway.

Across the street sits Talladega Short Track, site of the Alabama Gang 100 (April 25-26) for the World of Outlaws Real American Beer Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision.

It’s a weekend of firsts for the Series. Talladega marks the kickoff of the Coltman Farms Racing Cup, the season-long miniseries that awards points at each Cup event toward the inaugural champion at the end of the year. Saturday’s finale wraps up with the first 100-lap Feature of the year. And the winner of that race will take home the first $50,000 payday of 2025.

The United Sprint Car Series will race alongside The Most Powerful Late Models on the Planet on both nights, giving both fendered and open-wheel dirt racing fans reason to circle the event on their calendar.

Here are the top storylines entering the weekend:

PULLING AWAY: Bobby Pierce may have come up one spot short of a third-straight Illini 100 victory two weeks ago at Farmer City, but he still took a positive step toward a second World of Outlaws championship.

The Oakwood, IL native’s finishes of sixth and second at the bullring were enough to extend his lead atop the standings to 66 points over Ryan Gustin and Nick Hoffman, neither of whom were able to crack the top five on either night.

Last week, Pierce and many of his fellow Outlaws stayed busy racing in Iowa with the MARS Late Model Championship. After finishing runner-up to Brandon Sheppard for the second time in six days at Cedar County Raceway, Pierce swept the weekend at 34 Raceway to become the first dirt Late Model driver to reach double-digit wins in 2025.

The World of Outlaws title fight resumes on the red clay this weekend at a track Pierce has yet to find Victory Lane. He came close in 2023, finishing third in a split-field preliminary Feature. Gustin owns the best Talladega record of the top three, with the 2024 Ice Bowl win to his credit and a podium finish in the 2023 Alabama Gang 100.

BACKING IT UP: Coming into 2025, Ethan Dotson and ASD Motorsports jokingly dubbed their first season on the road with the World of Outlaws the “Just Don’t Suck Tour.” With 10 races in the books, they’ve passed that test with flying colors.

After coming close on multiple occasions, Dotson’s day finally arrived at Farmer City, where he led the final 27 laps of Friday’s Feature to claim his first World of Outlaws victory. He left Farmer City fifth in the overall standings and one of two rookies in the top five alongside Drake Troutman, who sits 34 points ahead of Dotson.

Talladega holds a special distinction on Dotson’s resume – it’s the only track he’s won at in a Late Model more than once since moving up from the DIRTcar UMP Modifieds in 2023. The Californian has made seven appearances with the Hunt the Front Super Dirt Series at Talladega over the past two years and won two of them. With both of those scores coming in 40-lap affairs, Dotson will look to maintain that speed over the longer distance this weekend in his Alabama Gang 100 debut.

GAINING STEAM: He may not be stealing headlines like Pierce and Dotson, but Brian Shirley has quietly become one of the hottest Late Model drivers in the country over the past several weeks.

His finishes of third and fourth at Farmer City weren’t only his best runs of the year with the Outlaws, they were part of a six-race top five streak between World of Outlaws and MARS action. A ninth-place effort on Saturday at 34 Raceway may have brought that run to an end, but the Bob Cullen Racing team is still leaps and bounds ahead of where they started the year – seven of his 13 Late Model top 10s in 2025 have come in the past four weeks.

While Shirley has always been known as one of the best in the Midwest, he’ll now have to prove he can be just as fast outside of Illinois and Iowa. Talladega has been kind to him in the past, as Shirley’s first visit in 2023 netted him a runner up on Friday and a top 10 in Saturday’s main event.

FAMILIAR TERRITORY: Few drivers are more eager to get to Talladega than Ashton Winger, who plans on brushing off a lackluster Illini 100 weekend at a track he’s shown plenty of pace at before.

The Hampton, GA driver is a two-time Super Late Model winner at Talladega, the first coming in Iron Man Series action in 2022 before racking up a Hunt the Front win in 2023. Winger is also no stranger to winning on NASCAR weekend at Talladega, taking the checkers in Crate Late Model competition in 2018.

More recently, Winger was one of seven World of Outlaws regulars in the field at a Hunt the Front doubleheader earlier this month and was the only one to finish top five on both nights.

MAKING STRIDES: Dennis Erb Jr. has been slowly progressing back toward the front since switching back to Rocket Chassis last month, and he took a big step in the right direction last weekend.

The 2022 Series champion has collected more FOX Factory Hard Charger Awards than anyone this year, and he started off his weekend with MARS with more of the same with a 20th-to-eighth run at Cedar County. Erb found his best early-night speed of the year at 34 Raceway to lessen the workload come Feature time, resulting in a pair of podium finishes.

Erb will aim to maintain that pace this weekend and grab his first Talladega top 10 in his third trip to the Alabama Gang 100.

WHEN AND WHERE:
Friday-Saturday, April 25-26 at Talladega Short Track in Eastaboga, AL

CURRENT POINT STANDINGS:
1. Bobby Pierce (1448 points)
2. Ryan Gustin (-66)
3. Nick Hoffman (-66)
4. Drake Troutman (-92)
5. Ethan Dotson (-126)
6. Cody Overton (-134)
7. Max Blair (-138)
8. Brian Shirley (-148)
9. Tanner English (-162)
10. Dennis Erb Jr. (-172)

FEATURE WINNERS (7):
Garrett Alberson – Las Cruces, NM – 2
Ryan Gustin – Marshalltown, IA – 2
Bobby Pierce – Oakwood, IL – 2
Devin Moran – Dresden, OH – 1
Jonathan Davenport – Blairsville, GA – 1
Ethan Dotson – Bakersfield, CA – 1
Brandon Sheppard – New Berlin, IL – 1

HEAT RACE WINNERS (20):
Bobby Pierce – Oakwood, IL – 6
Ryan Gustin – Marshalltown, IA – 6
Nick Hoffman – Mooresville, NC – 5
Garrett Alberson – Las Cruces, NM – 4
Devin Moran – Dresden, OH – 4
Jonathan Davenport – Blairsville, GA – 3
Ricky Thornton Jr. – Chandler, AZ – 3
Jimmy Owens – Newport, TN – 3
Drake Troutman – Hyndman, PA – 3
Ethan Dotson – Bakersfield, CA – 2
Cody Overton – Thomson, GA – 2
Brandon Overton – Evans, GA – 1
Tyler Erb – New Waverly, TX – 1
Brandon Sheppard – New Berlin, IL – 1
Mike Marlar – Winfield, TN – 1
Chris Madden – Gray Court, SC – 1
Garrett Smith – Madison, GA – 1
Ashton Winger – Hampton, GA – 1
Jason Feger – Bloomington, IL – 1
Brian Shirley – Chatham, IL – 1

LANDA PRESSURE WASHERS LAST CHANCE SHOWDOWN WINNERS (19):
Tyler Bruening – Decorah, IA – 3
Michael Leach – Sun River, MT – 2
Brandon Overton – Evans, GA – 2
Ryan Gustin – Marshalltown, IA – 2
Tyler Erb – New Waverly, TX – 2
Mike Marlar – Winfield, TN – 1
Dustin Sorensen – Rochester, MN – 1
Cody Overton – Thomson, GA – 1
Nick Hoffman – Mooresville, NC – 1
Brian Shirley – Chatham, IL – 1
Max Blair – Centerville, PA – 1
Brandon Sheppard – New Berlin, IL – 1
Kyle Bronson – Brandon, FL – 1
Ashton Winger – Hampton, GA – 1
Jackson Hise – Ocala, FL – 1
Trey Mills – St. Augustine, FL – 1
Austin Smith – Cedartown, GA – 1
Shannon Babb – Moweaqua, IL – 1
Mckay Wenger – Fairbury, IL – 1

PODIUM FINISHERS (14):
Jonathan Davenport – Blairsville, GA – 5
Bobby Pierce – Oakwood, IL – 5
Ryan Gustin – Marshalltown, IA – 3
Drake Troutman – Hyndman, PA – 3
Garrett Alberson – Las Cruces, NM – 2
Devin Moran – Dresden, OH – 2
Nick Hoffman – Mooresville, NC – 2
Ricky Thornton Jr. – Chandler, AZ – 2
Cody Overton – Thomson, GA – 1
Max Blair – Centerville, PA – 1
Ashton Winger – Hampton, GA – 1
Ethan Dotson – Bakersfield, CA – 1
Brian Shirley – Chatham, IL – 1
Brandon Sheppard – New Berlin, IL – 1

FOX FACTORY HARD CHARGERS (8):
Dennis Erb Jr. – Carpentersville, IL – 3
Cody Overton – Thomson, GA – 1
Hudson O’Neal – Martinsville, IN – 1
Drake Troutman – Hyndman, PA – 1
Jonathan Davenport – Blairsville, GA – 1
Brandon Sheppard – New Berlin, IL – 1
Ethan Dotson – Bakersfield, CA – 1
Dustin Sorensen – Rochester, MN – 1

SIMPSON RACING PRODUCTS QUICK TIMES (6):
Nick Hoffman – Mooresville, NC – 3
Ricky Thornton Jr. – Chandler, AZ – 3
Ryan Gustin – Marshalltown, IA – 1
Chris Madden – Gray Court, SC – 1
Tanner English – Benton, KY – 1
Brian Shirley – Chatham IL – 1

BILSTEIN POLE AWARD (7):
Garrett Alberson – Las Cruces, NM – 2
Nick Hoffman – Mooresville, NC – 2
Drake Troutman – Hyndman, PA – 2
Jimmy Owens – Newport, TN – 1
Bobby Pierce – Oakwood, IL – 1
Jason Feger – Bloomongton, IL – 1
Cody Overton – Thomson, GA – 1

FEATURE LAP LEADERS (12):
Drake Troutman – Hyndman, PA – 76
Bobby Pierce – Oakwood, IL – 70
Ryan Gustin – Marshalltown, IA – 67
Garrett Alberson – Las Cruces, NM – 44
Jimmy Owens – Newport, TN – 41
Devin Moran – Dresden, OH – 30
Ethan Dotson – Bakersfield, CA – 27
Brandon Sheppard – New Berlin, IL – 25
Ricky Thornton Jr. – Chandler, AZ – 18
Nick Hoffman – Mooresville, NC – 16
Jonathan Davenport – Blairsville, GA – 11
Brian Shirley – Chatham IL – 1

2025 WORLD OF OUTLAWS REAL AMERICAN BEER LATE MODELS PRESENTED BY DIRTVISION SCHEDULE & WINNERS
Friday, Jan. 24 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Ryan Gustin (1)
Saturday, Jan. 25 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Garrett Alberson (1)
Thursday, Feb. 13 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Garrett Alberson (2)
Friday, Feb. 14 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Devin Moran (1)
Saturday, Feb. 15 / Volusia Speedway Park / Barberville, FL / Jonathan Davenport (1)
Friday, Mar. 14 / Smoky Mountain Speedway / Maryville, TN / Bobby Pierce (1)
Friday, Mar. 21 / Swainsboro Raceway / Swainsboro, GA / Bobby Pierce (2)
Saturday, Mar. 22 / Swainsboro Raceway / Swainsboro, GA / Ryan Gustin (2)
Thursday, Apr. 10 / Farmer City Raceway / Farmer City, IL (Practice)
Friday, Apr. 11 / Farmer City Raceway / Farmer City, IL / Ethan Dotson (1)
Saturday, Apr. 12 / Farmer City Raceway / Farmer City, IL / Brandon Sheppard (1)
Friday, Apr. 25 / Talladega Short Track / Eastaboga, AL
Saturday, Apr. 26 / Talladega Short Track / Eastaboga, AL
Thursday, May 1 / Mississippi Thunder Speedway / Fountain City, WI
Friday, May 2 / Mississippi Thunder Speedway / Fountain City, WI
Saturday, May 3 / Mississippi Thunder Speedway / Fountain City, WI
Thursday, May 15 / Raceway 7 / Conneaut, OH
Friday, May 16 / Marion Center Raceway / Marion Center, PA
Saturday, May 17 / Marion Center Raceway / Marion Center, PA
Sunday, May 18 / Bedford Speedway / Bedford, PA
Friday, June 20 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO
Saturday, June 21 / I-55 Federated Auto Parts Raceway Park / Pevely, MO
Monday, June 23 / Independence Motor Speedway / Independence, IA
Thursday, June 26 / I-94 EMR Speedway / Fergus Falls, MN
Friday, June 27 / River Cities Speedway / Grand Forks, ND
Saturday, June 28 / Norman County Raceway / Ada, MN
Sunday, June 29 / Nodak Speedway / Minot, ND
Thursday, July 3 / Deer Creek Speedway / Spring Valley, MN
Friday, July 4 / Deer Creek Speedway / Spring Valley, MN
Saturday, July 5 / Deer Creek Speedway / Spring Valley, MN
Friday, July 11 / Sharon Speedway / Hartford, OH
Saturday, July 12 / Sharon Speedway / Hartford, OH
Friday, July 25 / Fairbury Speedway / Fairbury, IL
Saturday, July 26 / Fairbury Speedway / Fairbury, IL
Monday, July 28 / Wilmot Raceway / Wilmot, WI
Thursday, July 31 / Cedar Lake Speedway / New Richmond, WI
Friday, Aug. 1 / Cedar Lake Speedway / New Richmond, WI
Saturday, Aug. 2 / Cedar Lake Speedway / New Richmond, WI
Wednesday, Aug. 13 / Highland Speedway / Highland, IL
Thursday, Aug. 14 / Spoon River Speedway / Lewistown, IL
Friday, Aug. 15 / Maquoketa Speedway / Maquoketa, IA
Saturday, Aug. 16 / Maquoketa Speedway / Maquoketa, IA
Friday, Aug. 22 / Arrowhead Speedway / Colcord, OK
Saturday, Aug. 23 / Arrowhead Speedway / Colcord, OK
Friday, Sept. 12 / Needmore Speedway / Norman Park, GA
Saturday, Sept. 13 / Senoia Raceway / Senoia, GA
Friday, Sept. 26 / Tri-City Speedway / Granite City, IL
Saturday, Sept. 27 / Tri-City Speedway / Granite City, IL
Friday, Oct. 3 / Humboldt Speedway / Humboldt, KS
Saturday, Oct. 4 / 81 Speedway / Wichita, KS
Friday, Oct. 10 / Boothill Speedway / Greenwood, LA
Saturday, Oct. 11 / Boothill Speedway / Greenwood, LA
Wednesday, Nov. 5 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Thursday, Nov. 6 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Friday, Nov. 7 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC
Saturday, Nov. 8 / The Dirt Track at Charlotte / Concord, NC

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LONG BEACH, CA (April 22, 2025) — Jim Dunn Racing and NHRA Funny Car driver Buddy Hull return to the track this weekend at the American Rebel Light NHRA 4-Wide Nationals at zMAX Dragway just outside of Charlotte, North Carolina. Hull is bringing momentum and confidence after a strong performance in Las Vegas. Driving the Jim Dunn Racing Funny Car backed by KGC Construction, Hull enters Charlotte looking to capitalize on his best reaction time of the season, achieved just two weeks ago at the Las Vegas Four-Wide Nationals. That sharp starting line performance marked a turning point for the sophomore Funny Car driver, who continues to grow more comfortable and competitive with each pass.

“This car is coming around, and I’m coming around with it,” said Hull. “Vegas showed us that we’re making progress, and getting my best light of the season there just fired me up even more for Charlotte. Four-wide racing is wild, but I love it—it keeps you sharp and makes everything that much more intense.”
 

Buddy Hull and the KGC Construction Funny Car are ready for another four-wide race in Charlotte,
photo credit NHRA/National Dragster

With the bright blue and red KGC Construction livery prominently displayed on his 12,000-horsepower Funny Car, Hull is proud to represent a company that shares his passion for building things the right way—whether it’s construction projects or successful race weekends.

“KGC Construction has been a huge part of what we’re doing this year,” Hull added. “We’re all about laying a strong foundation, and we’re heading into Charlotte with the mindset of continuing to build on what we’ve started. We’re going to keep making them proud.”

The second four-wide race of the season means that Hull and the Jim Dunn Racing team will be battling the sport’s top Funny Car competitors in one of the most electrifying formats in all of racing. The Four-Wide Nationals features side-by-side-by-side-by-side action, testing drivers’ focus and reflexes unlike any other event on the NHRA tour. Off the track, fans can find Hull on the NHRA stage on Saturday at 10:30 a.m., where he’ll be engaging with the crowd during New Fan Orientation with Hannah Rickards.

“On and off the track, this weekend is sure to be a barn burner,” said Hull. “The Charlotte crowd always shows out for us, which is why it’s a no-brainer that we race here twice a year. We’re aiming to do well this weekend to keep moving up in points and then get lots of good data that we can use when we’re back here in September during the Countdown.”

In addition to KGC Construction, this weekend Hull will also be representing season-long sponsors Lescure Mechanical Services, Blaze Exhaust Probes, Mooneyes, Vertex Roofers and General Contractors, Koppl Pipeline Services, True Brand, USD and Wiley X. 

“Sponsor and fan support has never been more important than right now,” said Hull. “I truly believe that NHRA drag racing is the best sport in the world, but we can’t do it without fans and sponsors. Everyone who takes the time to support the NHRA, Jim Dunn Racing, my family and myself means everything to me. Funny Car racing is the most competitive that it’s ever been right in this moment. I am a blessed man to get to experience it with the support of the people around me.”

Hull and the Jim Dunn Racing team will have two qualifying runs on Friday, April 25 and then two more qualifying runs on April 26 at zMAX Dragway. The 16 quickest Funny Cars after four rounds of qualifying will advance to race day on Sunday, April 27 at 12 p.m. ET with the finals live on FS1. For tickets or more information on the NHRA 4-Wide Nationals visit nhra.com. 

(Brandon Robinson (44), Davis Fisher (67), Dallas Daniels (32), Justin Jones (91), Ben Lowe (25), Briar Bauman (3); Photo: American Flat Track/Tim Lester) DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (April 22, 2025) – Progressive American Flat Track, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, returns to stunning Ventura Raceway for the Memphis Shades Ventura Short Track presented by Law Tigers this Saturday, April 26, with an enthralling Grand National Championship fight taking form.  That clash will take center stage before a breathtaking backdrop this weekend, with previous stops at Ventura Raceway boasting grandstands packed with fans to take in both the incredible race action and the unrivaled views provided by a beach-set venue less than two hundred meters removed from the Pacific Ocean.  Void? What Void?  The sport has been extraordinarily fortunate to witness intense Mission AFT SuperTwins championship rivalries in recent seasons, with the last six title fights remaining undecided until the final race of the year.  From 2019 through 2022, the main event was ten-time king Jared Mees versus double champ Briar Bauman (No. 3 RWR/Parts Plus/Latus Motors Harley-Davidson XG750R). And in 2023 and 2024, Dallas Daniels (No. 32 Estenson Racing Yamaha MT-07 DT) stepped forward to emerge as Mees’ primary challenger.  With Mees now retired from championship competition, it seems only natural that Bauman and Daniels would be set on a collision course for supremacy in a budding rivalry that has the potential to define motorcycle dirt track racing for the next decade or longer.  While still early days, the post-Mees era is off to a thrilling start. Despite preseason concerns of a Daniels runaway, he leads Bauman by just a single point (62-61) through three races with two victories and a third to his adversary’s pair of seconds and breakthrough win.  That developing showdown promises to continue as a close-fought affair when it arrives in Ventura, California: Daniels and Bauman split top honors in the series’ two previous visits to the oceanside circuit.  Robbed  Bauman’s immediate and highly successful acclimation to the Harley-Davidson XG750R hasn’t only come at the expense of preseason title favorite Daniels. In fact, it was Brandon Robinson (No. 44 Mission Roof Systems Harley-Davidson XG750R) who appeared well on his way to at last completing his long-held goal of becoming the racebike’s first-ever premier-class winner.  Bauman denied him both that night and in the history books, charging up through the top five to snatch the lead away from Robinson with less than two short laps remaining before the checkered flag.  That near-miss runner-up finish still served as clear indication that Robinson has already found his footing in his transition back to the Harley. And it merits mentioning that it was Robinson – not Daniels nor Bauman – who finished second to Mees in last season’s Mission AFT SuperTwins title battle.  Should Robinson bring his best every weekend, he has every chance to make this a season-long three-rider melee. But that best needs to come out again in Ventura to prevent his quarry from pulling away any further up front.  Beach Par(i)ty   The all-production-based ruleset introduced this season in hopes of encouraging greater parity has delivered.  Yamaha, Harley-Davidson, KTM, and Kawasaki have all featured on the podium in the opening three rounds of the season, while Honda, Suzuki, and Royal Enfield have also featured inside the top ten on multiple occasions.  Bauman’s victory last season at Ventura Raceway came aboard a KTM 790 Duke. And despite his defection to H-D, the bike remains a serious threat up front. Davis Fisher (No. 67 Rackley Racing/Bob Lanphere’s BMC Racing KTM 790 Duke) has led that charge to date, as he’s currently tied with Robinson for third in the points on the strength of a third and two fourths. And Jarod VanDerKooi (No. 20 Fastrack Racing/Wally Brown Racing KTM 790 Duke) is not far behind, nine points further adrift in fifth.  Meanwhile, Trent Lowe (No. 48 American Honda/Progressive Insurance Honda Transalp), Dan Bromley (No. 62 Memphis Shades/Vinson Construction Suzuki GSX-8S), and Max Whale (No. 18 Moto Anatomy X Powered by Royal Enfield 650) have flashed of the speed necessary to up the manufacturer podium count this season and do so early.  Daniels’ record-setting podium streak (now at 16 and counting) has helped ensure Yamaha remains in the spotlight week in and week out. But he isn’t the only rider representing the brand. Brandon Price (No. 92 Memphis Shades/Vinson Construction/OTBR Yamaha MT-07) still seeks that maiden premier-class victory that has narrowly eluded him for years, while Californian James Ott (No. 19 G&G Racing Yamaha MT-07) is motivated to shine in front of his home state fans after demonstrating impressive form a few weeks back in Atlanta.   View to a Thrill… and More  Incredible racing and spectacular beachside viewing won’t be the only attractions for fans, who can also expect a multitude of vendors, big screen viewing, designated motorcycle parking, and a variety of food and beverage options.   Reserve Your Seats Today  General Admission tickets are just $50 (kids 12 and under free) all taxes and fees included. Reserved Grandstand and Premium Reserved Grandstand tickets are only $15 and $25 more (all ages), respectively. With a student ID as proof, students can purchase a General Admission ticket for just $30 at the door on the day of the event. And new for 2025, every level of ticket automatically includes paddock access.  Also available for purchase is the Opening Ceremonies Trackside Fan Experience ($105), which includes reserved seating, a guided tour of the infield podium and start/finish line, photos opps included, and up-close viewing of Opening Ceremonies and a portion of the night’s race action.  Visit https://www.tixr.com/groups/americanflattrack/events/ventura-short-track-121465 to reserve your seats today.  Gates will open for fans at 5:30 p.m. ET/2:30 p.m. PT with Opening Ceremonies scheduled to begin at 10:00 p.m. ET/7:00 p.m. PT.  How to Watch  FloRacing  For those that can’t catch the live action from the circuit, FloRacing is the live streaming home of Progressive AFT. Motorsports fans can subscribe to FloRacing to enjoy over 1,000 live motorsports events in 2025. FloSports is available by visiting https://flosports.link/aft or by downloading the FloSports app on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire and Chromecast.  FS1  FOX Sports coverage of the Memphis Shades Ventura Short Track presented by Law Tigers, featuring in-depth features and thrilling onboard cameras, will premiere on FS1 on Sunday, May 4, at 1:00 p.m. ET (10:00 a.m. PT).  For more information on Progressive AFT visit https://www.americanflattrack.com.

BATAVIA, Ohio (April 21, 2025) – The stars of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing will trek to the northeastern region of the country this weekend for three events across three states, spanning from Friday, April 25, through Sunday, April 27.  Each night will include a complete program of Dirt Draft Hot Laps, Allstar Performance Time Trials, Heat Races, B-Mains, and their respective A-Main.  The weekend will kick off at the historic Georgetown Speedway for the Melvin L. Joseph Memorial, which will include a complete program for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, culminating in a 49-lap, $20,049 main event for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing.   For the April 25 Melvin L. Joseph Memorial, pit gates open at 3:00 PM, grandstand gates unlock at 4:00 PM, and Hot Laps are set for 6:30 PM. The Delmarva Chargers, Southern Delaware Vintage, and Delaware Super Trucks are also on the racing card. Tickets for the Melvin L. Joseph Memorial can be purchased in advance at www.lucasdirt.co/georgetownor at the gate on race day.  Georgetown Speedway is a half-mile clay oval that produces high speeds and thrilling racing action. The facility has spacious grandstands, ample parking, a large, flat pit area, room for overnight camping, and more. Georgetown Speedway is located at the intersection of Route 113 and Speedway Road in Georgetown, De. – a 40-minute drive from Ocean City, Md. To learn more, visit www.thegeorgetownspeedway.com.   Hagerstown Speedway is where the action will take place on Saturday, April 26. The stars of the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing will join a strong contingent of regional standouts to tackle the half-mile oval for the annual Conococheague 50 in pursuit of the $25,000 top prize. The Semi Late Models will also be a part of the program as the support division.  Hagerstown Speedway is located six miles west of Hagerstown, Md. On U.S. Route 40 (Old National Pike). The pit gate will open at 4:30 PM with the general admission gate opening at 5:00 PM. Hot laps will begin at 7:00 PM to kick off the on-track action. Tickets can be purchased in advance at www.lucasdirt.co/hagerstown or onsite the day of the event. For other information, visit www.hagerstownspeedway.com.   The weekend will close out at Port Royal Speedway, often referred to as “The Speed Palace,” on Sunday, April 27. The Battle in The Borough, boasting a $10,000 top prize, will be highlighted by a 40-lap feature for the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing. In addition, the Limited Late Models will be chasing a $2,000 winner’s check.  Port Royal Speedway is a half-mile oval located on the Juniata County Fairgrounds in Port Royal, Pa. The pits will close and be cleared at 3:30 PM before re-opening at 4:00 PM. General admission opens at 5:00 PM with Hot Laps slated for 6:00 PM. Tickets can be purchased at the gates on race day. To learn more about Port Royal Speedway, visit www.portroyalspeedway.com.     Devin Moran is atop the Big River Steel Chase for the Championship presented by ARP standings, followed by Ricky Thornton Jr. and Jonathan Davenport. Brandon Overton and Daulton Wilson round out the top five in championship point standings.  The Mid-Atlantic tripleheader also continues the Sunoco Road to Wheatland, the first of four bonus rounds in the Big River Steel Chase for the Championship presented by ARP standings. The Sunoco Road to Wheatland is a long-standing incentive that awards cash bonuses to the top 15 drivers in the series’ point standings at the Show-Me 100 in May. The series point leader will earn a $2,500 bonus at the Show-Me 100, while those finishing 2nd through 15th in the series point standings will receive cash prizes from the $16,000 bonus pool that Sunoco is distributing.  For the latest news, results, championship standings, and more about the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing, please visit www.lucasdirt.com.  Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Event Purses: Georgetown Speedway – April 25                                              1. $20,049, 2. $7,000, 3. $5,000, 4. $4,000, 5. $3,000, 6. $2,500, 7. $2,400, 8. $2,300, 9. $2,200, 10. $2,100, 11. $2,000, 12. $1,800, 13. $1,600, 14. $1,500, 15. $1,400, 16. $1,300, 17. $1,200, 18. $1,100, 19. $1,000, 20. $1,000, 21. $1,000, 22. $1,000, 23. $1,000, 24. $1,000 = $68,449  Hagerstown Speedway – April 26                                               1. $25,000, 2. $10,000, 3. $6,000, 4. $4,000, 5. $3,500, 6. $2,700, 7. $2,500, 8. $2,300, 9. $2,200, 10. $2,100, 11. $2,000, 12. $1,900, 13. $1,800, 14. $1,700, 15. $1,600, 16. $1,500, 17. $1,500, 18. $1,500,19. $1,500, 20. $1,500, 21. $1,500, 22. $1,500, 23. $1,500, 24. $1,500 = $82,800  Port Royal Speedway – April 27                                                  1. $10,000, 2. $5,500, 3. $3,500, 4. $2,700, 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. $1,000, 15. $950, 16. $925, 17. $900, 18. $875, 19. $850, 20. $825, 21. $800, 22. $800, 23. $800, 24. $800 = $48,575 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series Tire Rule: Left Rear/Fronts – Hoosier (90) NLMT2, (90) NLMT3 Right Rear – Hoosier (92) NLMT2, (92) NLMT3, (92) NLMT4

Sam Hafertepe Jr. reflects on history made with ASCS and tying Jason Johnson’s win record

CONCORD, NC (April 21, 2025) — Sam Hafertepe Jr. has become one of 360 Sprint Car racing’s most accomplished drivers over the last decade. A record five American Sprint Car Series (ASCS) National Tour championships forefront his resume, and he’s already made more history four races into the 2025 season.

Hafertepe, 39, of Sunnyvale, TX, captured the 79th checkered flag of his career with the ASCS National Tour last Saturday at Salina Highbanks Speedway, which tied him with fellow five-time Tour champion Jason Johnson for second-most on the all-time Feature wins list. He only trails four-time Tour champion Gary Wright, who amassed 128 National Tour Feature wins in his 20-plus-year career racing ASCS events.

“Definitely never thought we’d get to where we are today, just never really thought of it that way,” Hafertepe said. “I’m definitely not done. I feel like we’ve got a long way to go. I’m only 39, and to accomplish what we’ve accomplished already, the sky’s the limit.”

Compared to traditional milestone recognition in sports, 79 is not a number typically commemorated. But No. 79 for Hafertepe and the Hill’s Racing Team is significant because of the accomplishment they’ve now matched with two of the best in ASCS history.

“[Johnson] changed the game for 360 racing at that time,” Hafertepe said. “You had Gary Wright’s deal, kind of a low-buck deal, and he got by. He had sponsor help, he had things like that, but he was winning with a lot less. Jason Johnson kinda took all that to the next level and made it really professional.

“He made 360 racing grow to where it is today — just a more professional look. Jason was able to do that better than anybody that had ever done it.”

Though they both had lengthy careers in Sprint Car racing, Johnson and Hafertepe only sporadically competed with one another. While Hafertepe chased the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series circuit in the late 2000s, Johnson continued his climb up the national 360 Sprint Car ranks with ASCS, winning his first two championships in 2008 and 2010 and notching runner-up finishes in the championship standings in 2006, 2007 and 2009.

When Hafertepe scaled back from the national 410 Sprint Car ranks at the turn of the 2010s in favor of a more local/regional schedule, he took on the full ASCS National Tour in 2014 and raced alongside Johnson, who was in his final season of 360 competition. Johnson won his fifth and final championship that season before making the jump to the full-time World of Outlaws roster the following year.

They raced only that one season alongside each other before Johnson’s death in 2018, but Hafertepe had already taken so much from Johnson and the legacy he left behind.

“It has elevated everything,” Hafertepe said. “As far as the equipment we have to have, the operations, the amount of crew guys teams have to have. It never was like that, and it just gave it a new approach. I know what we have to have to be successful, and it’s mainly because we’ve done it before.

“I feel like [Jason] coming along back then when he did and making his operation so much more professional than everybody else’s, I feel like that really turned the tables for all of 360 racing.”

After Johnson’s exit from the 360 ranks, Hafertepe took over, dominating ASCS with 48 National Tour Feature wins and five consecutive championships from 2016 to 2020. Though those years are in the past, the numbers still surprise him.

“I never knew where that would be, never thought where we might end up; I never knew any of those things,” Hafertepe said. “I just knew when we did start running ASCS after coming off the road for several years that my goal was to win. We were ready to win at that time, and we just kinda had to put forth the effort and the time that it took.

“When we did that, it paid huge dividends — the years that I raced out on the road with the Outlaws. Racing Pennsylvania and Ohio with the All-Stars and traveling as much as we did, it really propelled us to be able to come back and race on the ASCS circuit, with the experience that I gained, it propelled us to be able to win all those races.”

Like he’s previously echoed, Hafertepe still feels like he’s got plenty left to go in his career. Now, his attention turns to win No. 80, which will give him sole control of No. 2 on the all-time National Tour wins list. He’ll get his first chance at that this Friday and Saturday, April 25–26 at RPM Speedway in Crandall, TX.

The 1/4-mile track is located approximately 25 miles Southeast of Dallas and only 20 miles from his home in Sunnyvale, making it his new home track after the closing of Devil’s Bowl Speedway in 2023. Hafertepe won the last Tour race there in October and will aim for a tiebreaking win No. 80 in the two-day event there next weekend.

“The biggest comfort I get is it’s only 20 miles for us,” Hafertepe said. “It’s unheard of for us to race that close to home, so that’s the coolest thing. A lot of friends and family do come out; it makes it easier for them to come out when it’s only 20 miles away.

“It’s just a pretty cool place to go to because it’s so close to home and we have been pretty competitive there every time we’ve went. I feel like it’s just another one of those places like, when you race at home, you like to get comfortable at places, and Devil’s Bowl was that place for us for so many years. We won a lot of races there. And now, hopefully, RPM can be that place for us.”

Tickets for the ASCS National Tour event at RPM Speedway will be sold at the gate on race day. If you can’t be there in person, stream every lap live on DIRTVision.

(4/21/25 – Andrew Kunas) Tulare, CA ,,, A Thunderbowl Raceway cornerstone event is next on tap for the NARC 410 Sprint Car Series, which will race in the Chris & Brian Faria Memorial this Saturday, April 26th.

Saturday’s event is the first of two visits that NARC will make to the 1/3-mile, high-banked clay oval located at the Tulare County Fairgrounds this season. This marks the third stop on the 27-event NARC campaign.

First contested in 2002, the event honors a pair of brothers from the Faria family, longtime participants in California racing. Chris Faria, who was an up-and-coming racer, passed away after a farming accident in 1993. His older brother Brian, who was active behind the scenes at Thunderbowl Raceway, tragically passed away in early 2006 in a traffic accident, and Brian’s name was soon put alongside his brother’s name for this race.

The event, held at one of California’s most challenging dirt tracks, has long been looked forward to by NARC competitors and fans, and the list of past winners of the race reads like a who’s who of west coast sprint car racing.

Jason Meyers, a future two-time World of Outlaws champion, won the inaugural event in 2002. National Sprint Car Hall of Famer Brent Kaeding won it twice in the latter years of his legendary career. A young kid named Kyle Larson, years before the NASCAR world got to know him, was the 2010 winner of the race. NARC champions such as D.J. Netto and Kyle Hirst are also past winners.

Last year’s Chris & Brian Faria Memorial was rained out on its original sprint date, but the series and Thunderbowl Raceway were able to reschedule the event to October 12th, and it was Cole Macedo picking up the victory that night.

Netto, who lives just down the road from Thunderbowl Raceway in Hanford, currently leads the NARC point standings after two completed events aboard the Netto Ag No. 88N. With his win in the season opening event at Stockton Dirt Track, followed by his fourth place run at the Mini Gold Cup at Silver Dollar Speedway, Netto carries a five-point advantage over Templeton’s Kaleb Montgomery.

Montgomery, having driven two different cars in two races, turned in Top 5 finishes each time, including a third-place effort at the Mini Gold Cup.

WHO TO WATCH

Justin Sanders, after a tough month of March, bounced back in a big way at Silver Dollar Speedway, winning the Mini Gold Cup after a last lap battle with Tanner Holmes. With the $10,000 NARC victory at Chico, the reigning NARC “King of the West” clawed back to sixth in the standings, only 12 points out of the lead and feeling that momentum is back on the side of the Mittry Motorsports No. 2x.

Fremont’s Shane Golobic enters the night third in the NARC point standings aboard the Matt Wood Racing No. 17w. While Golobic did not fare well in the Faria Memorial race last October, he was victorious in the NARC race at the Tulare clay oval in May. Golobic has been competitive at Thunderbowl Raceway, logging many top five and top ten finishes over the years, including a seventh place run just last month with the High Limit Racing series during their spring California swing.

Others expected to compete include Roseville’s Sean Becker and Ryan Bernal, Lincoln’s Tanner Carrick, San Jose’s Tim Kaeding, Oakley’s Dylan Bloomfield, Tyler Thompson from Oregon, Arizona’s Ashton Torgerson, Chance Grasty from Suisun City, Campbell’s Bud Kaeding, Benicia’s Billy Aton, John Clark from Windsor, Landon Brooks from Rio Oso, and many others.

Central California will be well represented in the pit area with competitors including two-time series champion Dominic Scelzi and Gauge Garcia from Fresno, 2024 Rookie of the Year Caeden Steele of Lemoore, and Dominic Gorden and Mariah Ede from Clovis.

FAN INFO

It will be all sprint cars on Saturday night at Thunderbowl Raceway, as winged 360 Kings of Thunder sprint cars and California Racesaver sprints will also be in action.

The NARC portion of the program includes qualifying, three eight-lap heat races, a six-lap trophy dash, and a 30-lap feature event headliner.

Tickets will be available at the front gate for fans. Grandstand tickets are $35, and $33 for seniors. Bleacher seats are $30 for adults, $28 for seniors and $15 for kids 12 and under. Pit passes are $45. Front gates open at 4:00 p.m. Hot laps are scheduled for 5:00 p.m. with qualifying at 6:00 and racing beginning at 7:00 p.m.

For first time visitors, Thunderbowl Raceway is located at the Tulare County Fairgrounds on K Street.

ABOUT NARC

The Northern Auto Racing Club is the premier 410-winged sprint car series in the western United States. Since 1960, the traveling organization has thrilled fans at dirt tracks up and down the West Coast and crowned a “King of the West” champion. For more information on the NARC 410 sprint car series, including race results, points standings, and upcoming events, go towww.narc410.com.   You can also follow on various social media platforms.

The NARC 410 Sprint Car Racing Series is also sponsored by Hoosier Racing Tires and Floracing.com. Associate sponsors include Automotive Racing Products (ARP), Beacon Wealth Strategies, Brown & Miller Racing Solutions, Bullet Impressions, Jim Allen Promotions, Kimo’s Tropical Car Wash, Mettec Titanium, MyRacePass, Red Rose Transportation, Tarlton & Son, Wedg High Performance Karts, Williams Roofing, and Winters Performance Products.

2025 NARC 410 SPRINT CARS SERIES

(AFTER TWO EVENTS IN 27-RACE SERIES – 4/20/25)

1. DJ Netto, Hanford – 280
2. Kaleb Montgomery, Templeton – 275
3. Shane Golobic, Fremont – 273
4. Sean Becker, Roseville – 270
5. Tanner Carrick, Lincoln – 269
6. Tim Kaeding, San Jose – 268
7. Justin Sanders, Aromas – 268
8. Tanner Holmes, Jacksonville, OR – 267
9. Dylan Bloomfield, Oakley – 264
10. Tyler Thompson, Harrisburg, OR (R) – 260
11. Chance Grasty, Suisun City (R) – 258
12. Andy Forsberg, Auburn – 257
13. Dominic Gorden, Clovis – 256
14. Bud Kaeding, Campbell – 252
15. Billy Aton, Benicia – 251
16. Max Mittry, Redding – 245
17. John Clark, Windsor – 245
18. Ashton Torgerson, Glendale, AZ (R) – 244
19. Caeden Steele, Fresno (R) – 240
20. Gauge Garcia, Lemoore – 238

UPCOMING EVENTS: 
May 10 – Antioch Speedway – Contra Costa County Clash
May 16 – Ocean Speedway – Salute to First Responders
May 17 – Thunderbowl Raceway – Morrie Williams Memorial Twin 20’s
May 31 – Placerville Speedway – Dave Bradway Jr. Memorial

The inaugural Coltman Farms Racing Cup boasts a $10,000 purse and will crown its champion at World of Outlaws World Finals in November

CONCORD, NC (April 21, 2025) – Coltman Farms Racing is taking its support of Late Model racing and the World of Outlaws to the next level in 2025 with the creation of the Coltman Farms Racing Cup.

Designed as a nine-event championship contest, hosted at premier events on the 2025 World of Outlaws Real American Beer Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision schedule, the Cup boasts a $10,000 purse to be awarded to the top two points earners.

Points will be awarded to all Feature drivers at each Coltman Farms Racing Cup race, using the World of Outlaws points format. The driver with the most points at the end of the 20-plus race battle will be crowned the champion, receiving the Coltman Farms Racing Cup trophy and $7,500. The second-highest points earner will receive $2,500.

“Supporting short-track racing has always been a top priority for me, as it embodies the essence of our sport,” said Brett Coltman, owner of Coltman Farms Racing. “By collaborating with the World of Outlaws to launch the Coltman Farms Cup, we’re not only expanding our reach, but also celebrating the values of heroism, sportsmanship, pride, community, family and country.

“We take great pride in this initiative. Our aim is to offer these drivers and teams an added motivation to excel. The dedication required to travel week after week can be challenging and recognizing that effort is what makes it all worthwhile.”

The nine Cup events will take place at:
-Talladega Short Track, Alabama Gang 100, April 25-26
-Mississippi Thunder Speedway, Dairyland Showdown, May 1-3
-Marion Center Raceway, Connor Bobik Memorial, May 16-17
-Deer Creek Speedway, NAPA Auto Parts Gopher 50, July 3-5
-Fairbury Speedway, Prairie Dirt Classic, July 26
-Cedar Lake Speedway, USA Nationals, July 31-Aug. 2
-Tri-City Speedway, Battle by the Arch, Sept. 26-27
-Boothill Speedway, Bayou Classic, Oct. 10-11
-The Dirt Track at Charlotte, World of Outlaws World Finals, Nov. 6-8

Each is a marquee event on the 2025 schedule, and of them, six pay $50,000 or more to the Feature winner – Talladega, Mississippi Thunder, Deer Creek, Fairbury, Cedar Lake and Boothill. This year, the USA Nationals at Cedar Lake Speedway will make history as the first World of Outlaws Late Model event to award a six-figure payday with its guaranteed $100,000-to-win top prize.

The inaugural Coltman Farms Racing Cup champion will be determined after the season finale at the World of Outlaws World Finals in November and officially crowned during the 2025 World of Outlaws championship banquet.

In addition to the Cup, Coltman Farms Racing will have a presence at every World of Outlaws Late Model event as the team has joined the Series full-time with Tanner English piloting their house car program.

RELATED: Tanner English, Coltman Farms Racing Joining World of Outlaws Late Models in 2025

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No. 81 leads TF Sport with sixth in LM GT3; No. 33 retains championship lead IMOLA, Italy (April 20, 2025) – TF Sport’s two Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs finished in points-paying positions Sunday at the FIA World Endurance Championship’s Six Hours of Imola with the team’s No. 33 retaining its championship lead in the LM GT3 class.

Charlie Eastwood, Rui Andrade and Tom Van Rompuy led the TF Sport effort with a sixth-place effort in the No. 81 Corvette after starting 10th in class. Right behind in seventh was the championship-leading No. 33 Z06 GT3.R of Daniel Juncadella, Jonny Edgar and Ben Keating. The trio came from 16th at the start, weathered contact that sent Keating off-track in the opening hour. Apart from that, the race for both Corvette squads was trouble-free and – more importantly – mistake-free to maximize the Imola weekend. This despite a lack of performance that left the two Corvettes near the bottom of the 18-car field through the three practice sessions. Progress was steady for the TF Sport Z06 GT3.Rs. Keating gained four spots in the early-going before he was hit by another GT3 car, and Van Rompuy gained three positions by the end of his nearly two-hour stint. That left Andrade in seventh and Edgar sniffing the top-10 and the points mid-race. Mistakes, crashes and penalties for faster competitors continued to push the Corvettes up the running order heading into the final stints for Eastwood and Juncadella, who had a spirited fight after the final pit stops in the final hour.  The next race in the FIA WEC for TF Sport and the Corvette Z06 GT3.R is the Six Hours of Spa on Saturday, May 10.

TF SPORT POST-RACE DRIVER QUOTESCHARLIE EASTWOOD, NO. 81 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R – SIXTH IN LM GT3: “P6 at the flag in our Corvette. I think this morning and all week we probably would have taken that. We haven’t had the pace of the front-runners all week, but it was a super and faultless race. Not one mistake between us. Both Tom and Rui – especially Rui’s middle stint really kept us in it – were strong. There were some tough battles out there, for sure. Whenever you’re lacking pace, you obviously feel like you’re on the back foot. But we got the elbows out and pushed as much as we could to the flag, so we’ll take P6. (Late-race battle with the No. 33) “We knew from five to six laps prior to the stop that it was going to be close at pit exit. He just got me coming out, but we preserved the tires pretty well and I knew we had a little bit more. It was a little too close for comfort at one point! But it’s all good with P6 and P7 for the team.”

RUI ANDRADE, NO. 81 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R – SIXTH IN LM GT3: “It looked like we were lacking pace through practice and up until qualifying. The car felt pretty good but I couldn’t get a lap together with track limits. Starting P10 wasn’t the end of the world. In the race the car just comes alive and the pace comes to us. I think P6 was the maximum for us. We did a really good job as a team… no mistakes and no penalties. All of us did a great job. We just didn’t have the pace to fight for the leading positions. But we maximized the result, and I’m happy with that.”

TOM VAN ROMPUY, NO. 81 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R – SIXTH IN LM GT3: “I think our result was unexpected. The first part of the race went really well. Everyone did a great job. We tried to maximize our stints by doing a lot of energy-saving and saving our tires for the second stints. It was a really clean race for both cars, and it’s really good to come away from here with what I feel are maximum points for our car.”

DANI JUNCADELLA, NO. 33 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R – SEVENTH IN LM GT3: “Round Two at Imola is done. It was a difficult weekend for us, but I’m very happy with the result in our Corvette. P7 in the end is good points for our championship and keeps us in the lead. It was a hard weekend. We struggled all weekend with pace in general, but I think it will be way better at the next one. At the end of the day, P7 feels like a good result out of here.”

JONNY EDGAR, NO. 33 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R – SEVENTH IN LM GT3: “It was a very difficult weekend. It was pretty clear from the start that we lacked some pace, and any point we earned we were going to be happy with. The team did a really good job in the race. With both cars we got the maximum we could with the speed we had. None of us really made mistakes, the pit stops were good, the car felt really nice to drive… I don’t think across the weekend we could have done a lot more, so I’m happy. It’s been two weekends in our car where we had results that were slightly better than our pace, which is always good.”

BEN KEATING, NO. 33 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R – SEVENTH IN LM GT3: “I said that I felt like it would be an Easter miracle if we got in the points. And we got in the points! So an Easter miracle. It was another perfect execution by everyone on the team. That was the difference. We did not have a fast car. By the end of it, I think all three drivers in our car had four track-limit warnings, and on the fifth you get a penalty. So well done to everyone on the team. “Unfortunately I got spun around by another car during my stint. But in a way I was very happy with the way it went down. I was able to keep the car running, didn’t brake and rolled right back into the track and headed into the right direction. We only lost three spots so it didn’t cost us much. A great weekend from everyone here at TF Sport. I’m happy to still be in the points lead. The cars that finished second, third, fifth and sixth weren’t in the points at Qatar. The Lexus that finished fourth in Qatar was in the points here and ahead of us. So they will be pretty close in the championship, but we are still in the lead and I like our chances for the rest of the season.”

No. 12 Hypercar battles back to finish 10th in tightly contested WEC race at ImolaIMOLA, Italy (April 20, 2025) – In an up and down 6 Hours of Imola, the No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R finished in the points for the second consecutive race to start the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season.The No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R, which started ninth at the hands of Will Stevens, crossed the finish line in 10th place with Norman Nato behind the wheel in the tightly contested race on the demanding 4.909-kilometer (3.050-mile), 21-turn Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari circuit. The No. 38 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R, with Earl Bamber, Sebastien Bourdais and Jenson Button sharing time in the seat, finished 16th after qualifying 15th.

Both Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA entries were tagged with drive-through penalties in the first half of the race along with the No. 38 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R being forced off course only five minutes into the contest, which stymied their early progression.  Still, with expert fuel and tire strategy and quick work by the pit crew on each service stop, the cars powered by the 5.5-liter DOHC V-8 Cadillac engine held their own in the second half. Nato, spelling Alex Lynn with 2 hours, 16 minutes left, climbed as high as sixth with 30 minutes remaining. He exited pit lane following a splash of fuel on Lap 200 of 212 with 18:30 left in 11th place and moved into the top 10 nine minutes later. Nato closed to 2.4 seconds of the ninth-place Peugeot but ran out of time to make a move.Media resources* Cadillac Racing 2025 WEC statistics* Imola photos for editorial use* Cadillac all-time statistics Up nextTotalEnergies 6 Hours of Spa, where Hertz Team JOTA is the defending overall winner.

Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA crew members shined a day earlier, too, as they were tasked with reviewing damage, repairing and preparing the No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R for qualifications in short order following a shunt into the tire barrier at Rivazza 1 in Free Practice 3. Lynn, who has advanced to Hyperpole 12 of the 14 times he has driven in qualifications since Cadillac Racing entered FIA WEC competition in 2023, placed fifth in qualifying and posted a lap of 1 minute, 30.448 seconds – the quickest lap for Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA over the weekend – in Hyperpole. The No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R has advanced to Hyperpole in both rounds this season. All 18 Hypercars were running at the finish in the 95th FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) round since its inaugural 2012 season. The pole-sitting No. 51 Ferrari AF Corse won the race. The race marked the WEC’s return to Europe for the first time since last June’s 24 Hours of Le Mans and the series’ second trip to the circuit established in 1953 as a Ferrari test facility. Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA turns its attention to securing podiums May 8-10 at Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium in the third round of the WEC campaign. Hertz Team JOTA is the defending winner of the six-hour race on the fast and hilly 7.004-kilometer (4.352-mile) road circuit, becoming the first privateer to win a WEC race.

What they’re saying No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.RAlex Lynn: “Overall, another grueling visit to Imola for the Cadillac team, which is a shame because it’s a great track, one I enjoy, but globally we wanted more. We qualified ninth and finished 10th. That, unfortunately, is about all we wrote. We know we have some track coming up that suit our car a lot more and our package, so we look forward to that and as always work extremely hard to get better.” Norman Nato: “A bit of a tough weekend. We knew it was going to be difficult for us. We tried our best; we’re still learning about the car and with a new team. Lot of experience taken and we want to move forward and to get points at Spa and Le Mans. I’d say it was important to make it to the end. Not in the position we wanted, but we learned a lot and want to come back stronger.” Will Stevens: “Obviously, a tough day in the office. We just struggled for pace the whole race. On our side, even on what’s a tough day, we still scored some points, which on days like today you need to try and score what you can at least we got that. We need to make improvements before Spa, which should suit us more than this track.”No. 38 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R Earl Bamber: “Pretty tough day. We were hoping for a lot more speed in the car. The Peugeot turning down on us in the end didn’t impact our race too much. We lost nearly another two laps, so tough day for us and hopefully we can regroup to Spa where we had a strong car last year.” Sebastien Bourdais: “Tough and disappointing weekend for the 38. It started with qualifying being completely ruined by the 6 car and then the race. Obviously, starting where we were was never going to be easy. Earl did a good job at the start and it started to look good and then there was that contact that spun Earl out and then we got a penalty and the gap gets big. Tire deg was clearly a big issue.” Jenson Button: “It’s been a difficult weekend. Qualifying was tough for us just finding a balance, but also the race. Hopefully, there are some learnings to take out of it. The 12 got more out of it today, so good for them grabbing a point. Lots of info to take onboard and hopefully come out in Spa swinging and be stronger.”

The Californians drag race to the finish line, and Abreu comes out on top for 18th career World of Outlaws win

KNOXVILLE, IA (April 19, 2025) – Mother Nature made us wait until the sixth attempt in the last three years for a World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car race at Knoxville Raceway in April, but it was worth every second of the wait.

“The Sprint Car Capital of the World” gave fans all they could ask for. A wide track with multiple grooves and plenty of racing room. An early battle for the lead. Cars charging through the field. And a drag race to the checkered flag.

It was St. Helena, CA’s Rico Abreu who made the coveted right turn into Knoxville Victory Lane when all was said and done. He snatched the lead from Aaron Reutzel on Lap 9 and then narrowly held off Kyle Larson’s final corner Hail Mary to win the Premier Chevy Dealers Clash.

“I knew someone was coming,” Abreu admitted. “I just appreciate Ricky Warner, his critical thinking, thoughtfulness, and execution on this race car and Zack (Middlebrooks) and Brady (Forbrook). We put these packages together and come here just to race against the best guys in the business.”

Abreu’s victory was his 18th with The Greatest Show on Dirt, equaling him with Brad Doty for 33rd all-time. He’s now topped eight 410 Sprint Car races at the iconic half mile and extended his streak to six straight years of winning there. Knoxville becomes the 11th different track where he’s officially won with the World of Outlaws.

The key to scoring Saturday’s main event was picking the right spots in traffic. Lapped cars became a major factor late, and Abreu negotiated them just enough to stay ahead of Larson when the checkered flag flew.

“I’m just thinking through the process and dissecting my car in lapped traffic,” Abreu explained. “I’ve really got to think about hitting my marks. I knew somebody was going to be coming with how much I had to move around on the racing surface. Knoxville Raceway is definitely becoming one of my favorite tracks in the world.”

Larson’s runner-up finish marked his eighth consecutive podium with the World of Outlaws aboard the Silva Motorsports No. 57. A few mistakes in traffic prevented “Yung Money” from scoring his third straight win with The Greatest Show on Dirt going back to February’s DIRTcar Nationals at Volusia Speedway Park.

“I wish I wouldn’t have had to try a Hail Mary,” Larson said. “I wish I would’ve just not made so many mistakes. Once I got to second I could piece a couple good laps together, and then I’d push a little too hard and mess up. The bottom if you could hit it was really fast, but if you missed it, it was worth probably more than you could gain. I screwed up a few times and kind of lost touch of him but was able to piece together a really good (Turns) 1 and 2 there on the last lap. We just had that lapper in front of us and was kind of stuck. I got there, but I was just too stuck to have enough clean air on exit.”

Logan Schuchart and the Shark Racing crew rounded out the podium, logging their third consecutive top three. The Hanover, PA native reclaimed second in points with Saturday’s effort. Schuchart started on the pole for the 25-lap finale but simply needed a little more speed to contend for his second win of 2025.

“We weren’t as good as what we needed to be,” Schuchart said. “I wish I would’ve got to the top in the very beginning and just ripped around there, but it’s hard as the leader when you start like that to know where to go. I felt like we were good. We actually started catching back up to them the last few laps in traffic. It was a good run, a podium finish here at Knoxville with close to 70 cars and as good of a field as you’re going to see in August lining up on Saturday night.”

Tyler Courtney and Aaron Reutzel completed the top five.

A 25th to 12th run gave Buddy Kofoid the KSE Hard Charger.

Rico Abreu earned his 19th career Simpson Quick Time in Honest Abe Roofing Qualifying.

Heat Races were won by Rico Abreu (NOS Energy Drink Heat One), Emerson Axsom (Real American Beer Heat Two), Logan Schuchart (WIX Filters Heat Three), and Gio Scelzi (TheGreatestStoreonDirt.com Heat Four).

Logan Schuchart topped the Toyota Dash after getting the SPA Technique #1 Redraw.

J.J. Hickle won the Micro-Lite Last Chance Showdown.

The Smith Titanium Brake Systems Break of the Race went to Carson Macedo.

UP NEXT: The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars take on two straight bullrings with trips to Illinois’ Jacksonville Speedway (April 25) and Haubstadt, IN’s Tri-State Speedway (April 26). For tickets to Jacksonville, CLICK HERE. For tickets to Tri-State, call (812) 768-6025.

For the complete 2025 World of Outlaws schedule, CLICK HERE.

If you can’t make it to the track, catch every lap live on DIRTVision.

FEATURE RESULTS: 

NOS Energy Drink Feature (25 Laps): 1. 24A-Rico Abreu[3]; 2. 57-Kyle Larson[9]; 3. 1S-Logan Schuchart[1]; 4. 7BC-Tyler Courtney[4]; 5. 87-Aaron Reutzel[2]; 6. 2-David Gravel[10]; 7. 18-Giovanni Scelzi[5]; 8. 88-Austin McCarl[12]; 9. 49-Brad Sweet[16]; 10. 27-Emerson Axsom[7]; 11. 21-Brian Brown[6]; 12. 83-Michael Kofoid[25]; 13. 2C-Cole Macedo[13]; 14. 14-Spencer Bayston[15]; 15. 17-Sheldon Haudenschild[27]; 16. 10-Ryan Timms[11]; 17. 15-Donny Schatz[28]; 18. 27M-Carson McCarl[8]; 19. 9R-Chase Randall[22]; 20. 55V-Kerry Madsen[19]; 21. 71-Parker Price Miller[17]; 22. 22-Riley Goodno[14]; 23. 2M-JJ Hickle[21]; 24. 23-Garet Williamson[18]; 25. 17B-Bill Balog[24]; 26. 7S-Chris Windom[20]; 27. 41-Carson Macedo[23]; 28. 3P-Sawyer Phillips[26]

Nos. 12 and 38 Cadillac V-Series.R tackle demanding Imola circuit from ninth, 15th

IMOLA, Italy (April 19, 2025) – Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA will look to master the demanding 4.909-kilometer (3.050-mile), 21-turn Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari in the 6 Hours of Imola on Sunday from the ninth and 15th starting positions. Alex Lynn, driving the No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R, advanced to the 10-miniute Hyperpole session after placing fifth in the initial 12-minute qualifying with a best lap of 1 minute, 30.497 seconds. He bettered that lap time in Hyperpole with a 1:30.448 – the quickest lap for Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA over the weekend – but came up 0.405 of a second short of the top five.Quick and expert work by the Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA crew prepared the No. 12 entry for qualifications after a shunt into the tire barrier at Rivazza early in the morning Free Practice 3 that damaged the right-front of the car. Lynn was uninjured in the incident. The No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R, driven by Lynn, Norman Nato and Will Stevens, has advanced to Hyperpole in both rounds of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season. Sebastien Bourdais qualified 15th in the 18-car Hypercar lineup in the No. 38 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R with a best lap of 1:31.925, which was 1.10 seconds from making the 10-car Hyperpole roster for the second time this season. Bourdais will share driving duties Sunday with Earl Bamber and Jenson Button. The No. 51 Ferrari AF Corse earned the pole for his home race with a lap of 1:28.920. The race marks the WEC’s return to Europe for the first time since last June’s 24 Hours of Le Mans and the series’ second trip to the circuit established in 1953 as a Ferrari test facility.

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What they’re saying No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.RAlex Lynn: “A dramatic day for reasons we didn’t want. But in the end, I do believe in qualifying we maximized what could get. It was a shame about FP3, but I think we still got out what we could out of the day regardless of what happened there. We’ll look to have a good, clean race tomorrow and score some good points.”No. 38 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R Sebastien Bourdais: “We’ve been a bit searching our way this weekend and it’s been difficult for me, but Alex showed there’s quite a bit of potential in the car. It wasn’t going to be as good for us, but I got held up instead of being able to keep pushing and I had to do a slow lap and then another push lap and the tires never re-started basically. It was very disappointing for the group, and we’ll be starting far back on a track that doesn’t favor passing.”

TF Sport Corvettes looking for pace after season-opening Qatar LM GT3 win IMOLA, Italy (April 19, 2025) – TF Sport is all-eyes-forward following qualifying Saturday for the FIA World Endurance Championship’s Six Hours of Imola. The team’s two Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs will start 10th and 16th in the LM GT3 class for Sunday’s second round of the season.

The No. 81 Corvette of Tom Van Rompuy, Rui Andrade and Charlie Eastwood will lead the TF charge. Van Rompuy and Andrade split the two qualifying sessions around the 3.05-mile, 20-turn circuit. Van Rompuy advanced from the initial 12-minute session at 1:44.307 (105.260 mph), and Andrade posted a 1:43.807 (105.758 mph) lap in the 10-minute Hyperpole dash for the 10 fastest qualifying cars. Ben Keating, in the No. 33 Z06 GT3.R, was 16th and 0.656 seconds off Van Rompuy’s time in the first qualifying session. He, Daniel Juncadella and Jonny Edgar were the class winners at the season-opening race at Qatar – after starting 13th – for TF Sport’s maiden Corvette victory in the championship. The Six Hours of Monza is scheduled for 7 a.m. ET / 1 p.m. CET on Sunday. Full live streaming coverage will be available on the FIA WEC app and the MAX app in the U.S. Radio Le Mans also will stream audio coverage of the race.

CORVETTE RACING MEDIA INFO Corvette Racing media information is available ahead of the Six Hours of Imola and second round of the FIA WEC. Materials include Corvette Racing event advance and quotes, Corvette Racing stats and figures, Corvette Z06 GT3.R racecar comparisons, Corvette Racing Fast Facts, factory driver biographies and Corvette Racing photography, among other items.

TF SPORT POST-QUALIFYING DRIVER QUOTESDANIEL JUNCADELLA, NO. 33 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “It’s a very disappointing weekend so far. I think the best position we’ve been all weekend is 16th out of 18 cars. The car actually feels very good to drive. The team is doing great and my teammates as well. Ben has never been here and is adapting very well to the track. In Qatar we were not the favorites and we managed to win. So there are still a lot of hopes to score at least some points for the championship. The car feels good, and I wouldn’t change anything. We have a nice balance. We need to find a way forward with strategy and avoiding mistakes.”

BEN KEATING, NO. 33 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I’m very disappointed with the result. I’m very happy with the work of TF Sport and the team. The car is handling amazingly well. Unfortunately I qualified almost P-Last – 16th of 18 cars. I’m used to being up front, so I’m clearly disappointed.“It’s a really fun track and an old-school track, which I love. It is challenging, which is good. I’ve enjoyed it. I’m making big leaps and gains every time I get in the car.”

CHARLIE EASTWOOD, NO. 81 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “It’s been pretty difficult. We’re definitely lacking some pace. I’m happy we got into Hyperpole with Tom. Rui was strong there but track limits cancelled both his last laps, which would have put us P7. Within a second of the pole time is probably the best we’ve looked all weekend. We’re missing a bit but hopefully the weather plays a bit of a part tomorrow so we can get back into the mix somehow.”

TOM VAN ROMPUY, NO. 81 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “It was a bit tough. I was happy to just put it in Hyperpole. It was really, really tight. We expected this because of the previous practice sessions. We hope to have a better car for the race than it seems now. Let’s hope on race pace and being faultless that we can move up tomorrow and end up in a good place. We made quite a few changes. It’s the first time we’ve tried a qualifying setup; normally we do it with the race setup, so that gained me another two- or three-tenths. We have to work very hard at it to get everything out of the car at the moment.”

CORVETTE RACING BY THE NUMBERS: Six Hours of Imola• 2: Number of Corvettes entered in the full FIA WEC championship – the No. 33 and No. 82 Z06 GT3.Rs from TF Sport• 3: Number of drivers in each of TF Sport’s Corvettes – Daniel Juncadella, Ben Keating and Jonny Edgar in the No. 33 Z06 GT3.R, and Charlie Eastwood, Rui Andrade and Tom Van Rompuy in the No. 81• 3: Number of wins for the Corvette Z06 GT3.R already in 2025 – the Rolex 24 At Daytona in the GTD class for AWA, the FIA WEC’s 1812 Km of Qatar for TF Sport in LM GT3 and one round of GT World Challenge Asia for Johor Motorsports Racing• 8: Wins in FIA WEC competition for TF Sport – including the 1812Km of Qatar for the No. 33 Corvette• 30: Tracks at which Corvette Racing has won races – Baltimore, Charlotte Motor Speedway, COTA, Canadian Tire Motorsport Park/Mosport, Daytona, Detroit, Houston, Laguna Seca, Le Mans, Lime Rock, Long Beach, Lusail International Circuit (Qatar), Sepang International Circuit (Malaysia), Miami, Mid-Ohio, Monza, Portimão, Portland, Road America, Road Atlanta, Sebring, Sonoma, St. Petersburg, Texas, Trois Rivieres, Utah, VIR, Washington DC and Watkins Glen• 68: Number of drivers in Corvette Racing entries since 1999. The latest to join the list are Matisse Lismont, Kiern Jewiss and Lorcan Hanafin of Steller Motorsport in GT World Challenge Europe; and Prince Jefri Ibrahim, Prince Abu Bakar Ibrahim and Jordan Love of Johor Motorsport Racing in GT World Challenge Asia• 72: Years since Corvette was introduced to the world on Jan. 17, 1953 in New York City. A total of 300 cars were produced that year• 141: Victories worldwide for Corvette Racing – 117 in IMSA, nine at Le Mans, four in the FIA WEC, 10 in GT World Challenge America and one GT World Challenge Asia• 317: Event starts by Corvette Racing entries since 1999, starting with that year’s Rolex 24 At Daytona. No. 300 came in early August 2024 at Road America in IMSA• 419,609.88: Total number of racing miles completed by Corvette Racing entries since 1999. To put that in perspective, Corvette Racing is more than halfway to the distance traveled by Apollo 13 – the longest manned spaceflight in history: 622,268 miles Corvette Racing in Italy (wins in bold)2022 – No. 64 Corvette C8.R: Tommy Milner/Nick Tandy (Monza) – 1st in GTE Pro 2023 – No. 33 Corvette C8.R: Nicky Catsburg/Ben Keating/Nico Varrone (Monza) – 4th in GTE Am (clinched GTE Am championship) 2024 – No. 81 Corvette Z06 GT3.R: Charlie Easwood/Rui Andrade/Tom Van Rompuy (Imola) – 7th in LMGT3No. 82 Corvette Z06 GT3.R: Daniel Juncadella/Sebastien Baud/Hiroshi Koizumi (Imola) – 8th in LMGT3

SAPULPA, OK (April 18, 2025) – Jacob Denney was like many aspiring dirt Midget drivers, dreaming that legendary car owner Keith Kunz would one day call with an offer to drive for his team. 

The difference is that his phone rang. 

Five months since answering, the Ohioan has already found his pace with the Keith Kunz/Curb-Agajanian Motorsports (KKM) team after capturing his first career Xtreme Outlaw Midget Series presented by Toyota Feature win at the season-opening World of Outlaws Illini 100. 

“I was super pumped in the moment, and it was a dream come true, really,” Denney said. “I’m really happy to be where I’m at in this stage with them. Kaleb (Wyrick) has been giving me a great car every night, so everyone helping around me has really been a blessing. I can’t thank Keith (Kunz), Pete (Willoughby), Toyota, and JBL enough for really taking a chance with me and allowing me to drive their car.” 

Denney built his name on the national Midget stage with Malloy Motorsports in 2023 and 2024, picking up six combined Feature wins between USAC and POWRi. Denney finished seventh and fifth in the USAC National standings both years. 

He made his first start for KKM at the 2024 Xtreme Outlaw Midget Series finale at Jacksonville Speedway in a No. 68 LynK Chassis, finishing seventh the first night and 11th in the finale. Then, he made three additional starts for KKM at the POWRi finale, picking up his first win with the team, before he was officially announced to take over the JBL Toyota from Ryan Timms. 

“The first night of Creek County for the POWRi opener, I was so comfortable,” Denney said. “I wasn’t really phased; I just went in and found my limit. But from the first lap, I’ve been super comfortable. It takes a lot to be fast, so finding it comfortable really helps. (At Farmer City) it helps in times where it’s treacherous but finding that trust in yourself and running up to the wall makes it rewarding.” 

Most tracks on the 2025 Xtreme Outlaw Midgets schedule are facilities the Galloway, OH driver has never visited. The upcoming swing of races in Oklahoma and Kansas will see his first visits to Humboldt Speedway (Friday, May 9) and 81 Speedway (Saturday, May 10), respectively. 

Denney is not worried by the lack of experience, as the Illini 100 win at Farmer City marked the first time he raced at the 1/4-mile bullring. 

“I mean, you have to feel prepared, or can’t be confident when something new is next,” Denney said. “I mean, it was my first night at (Farmer City) and we did just fine, so you just gotta dive into it. (The tracks) are all kind of the same, they all have their little tricks and things that make you faster at every place, so as long as there is confidence going into it and we do our normal thing, we can keep things going.” 

As he chases his first national Midget title with the Xtreme Outlaw Midgets in 2025, Denney is blocking out any unneeded thoughts that might distract him from competing in the best racing opportunity he’s earned. 

“I don’t think there’s been so much pressure,” Denney said. “You just gotta go in and do your job. You don’t know what’s gonna happen, so thinking about it or adding pressure when nothing’s happened doesn’t help you at all. Racing’s all about confidence, so you gotta be confident in yourself, your car, trust yourself, and things will all work out.” 

Denney sits one point behind Karter Sarff in the championship standings as the Xtreme Outlaw Midget Series presented by Toyota heads to Creek County Speedway on Thursday, May 8, Humboldt Speedway on Friday, May 9, and 81 Speedway on Saturday, May 10. 

Dan Bromley (62) at Ventura Raceway in 2024 (Photo: American Flat Track/Tim Lester) DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (April 17, 2025) – Progressive AFT is proud to announce Memphis Shades as the entitlement sponsor for the upcoming Memphis Shades Ventura Short Track presented by Law Tigers on Saturday, April 26. Fans and riders alike can expect an exciting showcase of flat track racing at Ventura Raceway, now amplified by Memphis Shades’ dedication to performance and style. Memphis Shades, known for its premium motorcycle windshields, has big plans for 2025. This season, the brand will tease its 2025 Road Glide Windshield, a product they proudly describe as “engineered by riders, for riders, and built to enhance every mile with American-made quality, protection, and style.” Fans hungry for details can head to memphisshades.comto stay tuned for the official release date. Beyond its headlining sponsorship, Memphis Shades will be well represented on track. Dan Bromley and Brandon Price—two formidable forces in the paddock—will race under the Memphis Shades banner, bringing the brand’s spirit of innovation and craftsmanship straight into the thick of the action. “We couldn’t be more excited to partner with Progressive AFT as the entitlement sponsor of the Ventura Short Track event,” said Memphis Shades’ Director of Sales and Marketing, Hillary Combest. “Our commitment to American-made products and deep roots in the motorcycling community make this the perfect opportunity to showcase our passion for performance and style on the track.” Be sure to mark April 26 on your calendars to witness first-hand the thrills of the Memphis Shades Ventura Short Track presented by Law Tigers event. With heart-pounding racing, the unveiling of Memphis Shades’ latest innovation, and the on-track talents of Dan Bromley and Brandon Price, fans of all generations will be treated to a can’t-miss celebration of American Flat Track. For the latest updates, including schedules, ticket information, and the official unveiling date for Memphis Shades’ 2025 Road Glide Windshield, visit memphisshades.com and americanflattrack.com.  For the latest updates on the 2025 Progressive American Flat Track season and event details, visit AmericanFlatTrack.com or follow us on social media. Purchase your tickets for the next round at the Memphis Shades Ventura Short Track presented by Law Tigersevent at Ventura Raceway on Saturday, April 26. Purchase your tickets HERE. Can’t make it in person? Tune in LIVE on FloRacing HERE.

TEAM CHEVY ADVANCERockingham SpeedwayApril 18-19, 2025

While the NASCAR Cup Series embarks on its only off-weekend of the 2025 season, the Xfinity and Craftsman Truck Series are on the horizon of one of the most anticipated stops on their respective schedules – the return to Rockingham Speedway.

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The 1.017-mile oval known as “The Rock” has a deep-rooted history with the sport that dates back to the mid-1960s, with the revival of the North Carolina venue marking the end of a 12-year hiatus from NASCAR competition.  Chevrolet at Rockingham Speedway:

Chevrolet is the only manufacturer with a win in all three NASCAR national series at Rockingham Speedway – accumulating 19 Cup Series wins, 10 Xfinity Series wins and 2 Truck Series wins throughout the track’s storied history. NASCAR’s most recent visit to “The Rock” came in 2012-13 when the North Carolina venue played host for the Truck Series’ only two appearances at the track. Both events saw a Chevrolet-powered machine in victory lane with two very familiar faces behind the wheel – Kyle Larson (2012) and Kasey Kahne (2013). Kahne, who retired from full-time NASCAR competition in 2018, is NASCAR’s most recent winner at Rockingham Speedway and is the track’s only past winner entered in this weekend’s events.

KAHNE SET FOR NASCAR RETURNFor the first time in nearly six years, Kasey Kahne will suit up to get back behind the wheel of a stock car to pilot a third entry for Richard Childress Racing in Saturday’s Xfinity Series race. Rockingham Speedway was the very site where the 45-year-old Enumclaw, Washington, native made his first career Xfinity Series start and his debut in the NASCAR national ranks. Kahne quickly moved up into NASCAR’s top division in 2004 to start what turned into a 15-year career in the series. Throughout his career, Kahne amassed 18 Cup Series wins, eight Xfinity Series wins and five Truck Series wins, with his final win in each series coming in a Chevrolet-powered machine. Among those triumphs included three Coca-Cola 600 victories, as well as the win in the 2017 Brickyard 400 that marked his final trip to victory lane before retiring from full-time NASCAR competition.

LARSON’S FIRST Kyle Larson made his debut in the NASCAR national ranks with his first career Truck Series start at Kentucky Speedway in June 2012. Just shy of a year later, the Elk Grove, California, native made his first trip to victory lane – picking up the Truck Series win at Rockingham Speedway in April 2013. Now 12 years later, Larson is well on his way to a Hall of Fame worthy career. The 32-year-old driver is a 31-time Cup Series winner, including three crown jewel wins (2021 Coca-Cola 600; 2023 Southern 500 and 2024 Brickyard 400); a three-time NASCAR All-Star race winner (2019, ’21, ’23); and the 2021 Cup Series champion. In addition, Larson has tallied 16 Xfinity Series wins and four Truck Series wins throughout his career – all of which have come with Chevrolet.

LEGGE EXPANDS 2025 NASCAR SCHEDULEJust one month ago at Phoenix Raceway, Katherine Legge made history as the first female in seven years to compete in NASCAR’s top division. With her Cup Series debut in the rearview mirror, the 44-year-old England native has expanded her 2025 schedule to 12 more races across NASCAR’s top two divisions, including five Cup Series starts with Live Fast Motorsports and seven Xfinity Series starts with Jordan Anderson Racing. The revival of Rockingham will kick off Legge’s expanded schedule, with the Chevrolet driver climbing into the seat of the No. 32 E.L.F. Cosmetics Chevrolet. Legge has previously tallied five career Xfinity Series starts, with her most recent coming at Road America in 2023. Her racing resume expands across a variety of racing disciplines, including 19 starts in the NTT INDYCAR Series – four of which have come in the Indianapolis 500. She has also made 92 starts in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship – earning four wins, 11 podium finishes and two poles.

TEAM CHEVY CONTINUES XFINTIY SERIES DOMINANCEKyle Larson nearly pulled off the tripleheader sweep at Bristol Motor Speedway last weekend, with a runner-up finish in the Truck Series race leading up to a pair of dominating triumphs in the Xfinity and Cup Series at the Tennessee half-mile. The victory in Saturday’s race marked Hendrick Motorsports’ first win in the series this season and the first as a crew chief for Adam Wall, who previously worked with Larson as the lead engineer on the No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet team during his championship-earning season (2021).  Larson’s victory came after a near-perfect day for the No. 17 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet team that included the pole position, a stage win and 277 of 300 laps led. The statistics further added to Chevrolet’s already dominating start to the 2025 Xfinity Series season. With nine races complete, five drivers from three different Chevrolet organizations have earned a combined seven victories. In addition, the Bowtie brand has tallied six pole wins; wins in 14 of the 18 stages; 30 top-fives; 56 top-10s; and 1,315 laps led.

CUP SERIES HITS THE QUARTER MARKThe drop of the checkered flag at Bristol Motor Speedway also marked the quarter mark of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season. With nine points-paying races in the books, the division will sit idle for the weekend before going full throttle in the race for the championship. Heading into the off-weekend, Team Chevy has already hit some early-season high points:

·       Chevrolet leads its manufacturer competitors in a variety of statistical categories including: pole wins (five), laps led (1,167) and top-10 finishes (41).  ·       Kyle Larson’s dominating Tennessee triumph marked Chevrolet’s third NASCAR Cup Series win of the 2025 season, each of which have been recorded on a distinctly different track configuration. Among that list includes William Byron’s win at the 2.5-mile superspeedway of Daytona International Speedway, as well as Larson’s win at the 1.5-mile intermediate oval of Homestead-Miami Speedway.  ·       Chevrolet has earned at least four top-10 finishes in six of the nine points-paying NASCAR Cup Series races thus far this season, with five of those events seeing representation by three or more different Chevrolet organizations in those results. The manufacturer hit a season-high seven top-10 finishes at Las Vegas Motor Speedway – earned collectively by three different Chevrolet organizations. The series’ second race of the season at Atlanta Motor Speedway saw a season-high five different Chevrolet organizations represented in the top-10. At the conclusion of just the fifth points-paying race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, every full-time Chevrolet organization had scored a top-10 finish this season.

Chevrolet’s season statistics with nine NASCAR Cup Series races complete: Wins: 3Poles: 5Laps Led: 1,167Top-Fives: 17Top-10s: 41Stage Wins: 7

Chevrolet’s season statistics with nine NASCAR Xfinity Series races complete: Wins: 7Poles: 6Laps Led: 1,315Top-Fives: 30Top-10s: 56Stage Wins: 14

Chevrolet’s season statistics with six NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series races complete: Wins: 3Poles: 2Laps Led: 399Top-Fives: 13Top-10s: 25Stage Wins: 4

BOWTIE BULLETS:·       Chevrolet is the only manufacturer with a win in all three NASCAR national series at Rockingham Speedway – accumulating 19 Cup Series wins, 10 Xfinity Series wins and 2 Truck Series wins.  ·       Chevrolet continues to dominate in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, with Kyle Larson becoming the fifth driver from the third different Chevrolet organization to reach victory lane this season with his win at Bristol Motor Speedway. In nine races, Chevrolet has also amassed a manufacturer-leading six pole wins; wins in 14 of the 18 stages; 30 top-fives; 56 top-10s; and 1,315 laps led. ·       In 117 points-paying races in the Next Gen era, Chevrolet leads all manufacturers with 55 victories – a winning percentage of 47%.  ·       With its 43 NASCAR Cup Series Manufacturer Championships, 33 NASCAR Cup Series Driver Championships, and 869 all-time NASCAR Cup Series wins, Chevrolet continues to hold the title as the winningest brand in NASCAR Cup Series history.

TUNE-IN:NASCAR Xfinity SeriesNorth Carolina Education Lottery 250 presented by Black’s TireSaturday, April 19, at 4 p.m. ET(CW, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90)  NASCAR Craftsman Truck SeriesBlack’s Tire 200Friday, April 18, at 5 p.m. ET(FS1, NASCAR Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90)

QUOTABLE QUOTES:Carson Kvapil, No. 1 JR Motorsports Chevrolet“Rockingham is tough, but I am looking forward to the opportunity to get out there and run laps this weekend. We had speed at the test, so I know this No. 1 team is going to unload a fast Chevrolet on Friday. We have had really great momentum these past two weeks, so hopefully at the end we can not only contend for the win, but also the $100,000. It would mean a lot to finally get that finish we’ve been chasing for Johnny Morris and everyone at Bass Pro Shops and Clarience Technologies and this entire No. 1 team.” Jesse Love, No. 2 Richard Childress Racing ChevroletWhat did you take away from the NASCAR Xfinity Series test at Rockingham Speedway in January?“We showed a lot of speed and were one of the best cars, if not the best, at the test. That test in January set our No. 2 team up to have momentum heading into the start of this season, and we have carried that momentum pretty well through the first nine races. We are taking a setup similar to what we had at the test. Just making a few small adjustments for the weather and the track taking rubber, but what we hit on at the test should work again this coming weekend.” What were your initial thoughts of Rockingham Speedway?“Rockingham is a track that fits my driving style. It’s right up my alley and fits how I like to drive a racetrack. It’s pretty similar to one of my favorite tracks in Dover, so I’m looking forward to going back there this weekend and having a shot at the win. It would be good to get up to second in points and hopefully leave with more Playoff points.” Justin Allgaier, No. 7 JR Motorsports Chevrolet“It’s really cool to be heading back to Rockingham with our BRANDT Professional Agriculture Chevrolet. No one really knows what to expect this weekend, but I feel like the test we had here back in January gave Jim (Pohlman, crew chief) and all the guys on this team a good playbook to start with. We’ve had a lot of momentum on our side here lately, and hopefully that will carry over and we will have another great run on Saturday.” Sammy Smith, No. 8 JR Motorsports Chevrolet“I’m excited to go to Rockingham and try out a new track where it’s a level playing field. The weather was much different when we tested earlier this year than it will be this weekend. Some of what we learned during the test will translate but a lot of it will come from knowledge and experience from running similar 1-mile tracks. Racing the Truck Friday will help me get more comfortable with more laps and I’ll be able to take some of that into Saturday where we’ll race for $100,000 and a win for Pilot.” Daniel Dye, No. 10 Kaulig Racing Chevrolet ”The last time the Xfinity Series raced at Rockingham, I had barely been born! It’s exciting to get to go back to such a historic track in NASCAR. We tested there earlier this year, and I was able to get comfortable in the car. One challenge this week will be the difference in temperature compared to when we tested in the winter, but I’m looking forward to it.” Josh Williams, No. 11 Kaulig Racing Chevrolet “Rockingham is, I think, one of the more unique tracks we’ll go to this season. It’s pretty fast compared to what it was when I ran there [in 2010] because of the repave, so I’m not exactly sure what to expect in the race. As a team, I think we’ve got even more room to improve based off of our test [at Rockingham in January], but everyone is starting from the same point, so I’m sure we’ll get there come the race.” Christian Eckes, No. 16 Kaulig Racing Chevrolet“It’s exciting to have Rockingham back on the NASCAR schedule. We had a successful test there before the season and were able to get a lot of good seat time. I really enjoy the challenges of learning a new track, and I know our No. 16 team is prepared for it.” Austin Hill, No. 21 Richard Childress Racing ChevroletTalk about the NASCAR Xfinity Series test session in January and your thoughts on Rockingham Speedway.“I had only been to Rockingham one other time outside of the test, for a Legends Car and Bandolero race out back. I haven’t seen or really watched any past races there. It was a lot different than what I expected, with the new repave though. It is extremely fast. Faster than what I expected. I thought the pace would be up, because with the Xfinity car, you are not off the throttle for long – especially when your car is driving well. The biggest thing I’m questioning is how it is going to race. Part of me thinks whoever gets out front in clean air is going to be the guy who wins the race. Passing is going to be at a premium. I hope we get the second lane in. I started to run it during the test before Jesse (Love) jumped in the car. There is a little moveability in Turns 1 and 2. But in Turns 3 and 4, you need to run the bottom, drive in super deep, and barely touch the brake. If you do touch the brake in that end of the track, it’s just to set the car really quick.” Are you looking forward to racing at track like Rockingham Speedway?“I’m excited to go there and race at a place with so much history. I just wish it was the old asphalt, but that’s not something we can go back and change now. We have what we have. I personally love racetracks that you can slip and slide around on, like Darlington a few weeks ago. If the actual package is anything like the test showed, it’s going to be a really good race.” Kasey Kahne, No. 33 Richard Childress Racing ChevroletThe NASCAR Xfinity Series test at Rockingham Speedway was your first time back in a stock car in years. Describe how that test went and how you felt during it.“It had been six and a half years. It was really nice to be back in a car. I didn’t know exactly how it would feel and if I would have to refigure out how to drive in a way, but truthfully once I got to Turn 3 coming to the start of practice and the car loaded into the corner, I instantly felt right at home and felt like I had been doing it for a while. From there on, it was a solid practice for the next four or five hours.” Did you have any nerves before making those first laps at the test?“There were definitely a little bit of nerves with wondering how I would pick it up and how the car would feel. It felt very similar to what it did six years ago. On the Xfinity side, it doesn’t feel like those cars have changed a lot, but I still saw and felt it the same way I did in the past. I was happy with that.” Are there specific things that are on your mind heading into your first race back?“There are a few key things that I’ve thought about. Doing live pit stop again. Getting the balance of the car to a point where I can run throughout the entire race without getting too tight or too loose for my driving style. Working with spotters and understanding where other cars are around you. I haven’t had a spotter in so long. You just race in sprint cars, but spotters are great. Getting on the same page for that to take advantage of situations instead of getting used up. Restarts will be important. Overall, I just want to make sure that I’m prepared as I can be to put together a solid day.” What are you looking forward to the most?“I’m looking forward to the race the most. Driving, racing, competing. Trying to win or run top-five, top-10; be in the hunt and part of the mix. That’s why I’m doing this. To have a good time and get all that we can.” Connor Zilisch, No. 88 JR Motorsports Chevrolet“I’m really excited to go to Rockingham for the first time this weekend because it’s such a unique racetrack and has so much history in NASCAR. It’s really cool to finally have it back on the schedule again. Rockingham is a fast track with a lot of grip with the fresh repave. A lot of people don’t know how well it’s going to race, but based off how we were at the test a few months ago, I think we are going to have a really solid WeatherTech Chevrolet. The JR Motorsports cars have been really fast lately. We’ve all shown a lot of speed, and we just need a finish to go our way.” Sammy Smith, No. 07 Spire Motorsports ChevroletTalk about returning to Spire after four successful outings with the team in 2024.”I’m excited to get back with Spire. I really got comfortable in the truck in my few starts last year, so I’m hoping it will come back to me as we get rolling. I’m excited for the opportunity to work with Allen (Hart) and all the guys on the No. 07 team. Hopefully we can get a win for all the people who help make this happen.” What does it mean to race at a venue as rich in history as Rockingham?“It’s really cool to race at a track like Rockingham with so much history, and to have the opportunity to go back in a truck and Xfinity car is really neat. With the repave, it will be very different from when the trucks were last there in 2013. At the test, I was able to get a ton of laps in both the truck and Xfinity car. While the two don’t drive anything alike, the track is still super-fast and has a lot of grip for both. I’m looking forward to getting out on track Friday.” Corey Day, No. 7 Spire Motorsports ChevroletWhat are your thoughts heading into Rockingham?“I feel like I’m finally starting to really understand what I need to do in the trucks. I know I still have a lot to learn but I definitely am starting to feel more comfortable. While most of us haven’t raced at Rockingham Speedway before we all got to test there earlier this year. Those laps are going to be useful to help me get up to speed quicker than tracks I haven’t raced at before. I think it should be a good race.” Tyler Ankrum, No. 18 McAnally Hilgemann Racing Chevrolet“I was super surprised back in January at how fast Rockingham was and that is what makes me so excited to get back there this weekend. We were really fast there at the test so I know we are going to unload a good piece and be ready to fight up front all race and hopefully lock in that first win of the season and a spot in the playoffs. We have been so close these last few races and I am so proud of this No. 18 team for holding their heads high. Our time is coming and I am confident we can get this No. 18 LIUNA Chevrolet in Victory Lane this weekend at “The Rock”.” Matt Mills, No. 42 Niece Motorsports ChevroletSince you had two days of testing and will have another 50 minutes of practice, how much is that extra track time going to help you?“I think that’s going to be really good for us because we can go into the practice session based off the changes we made at the end of the test. We’ll have a notebook of what Ross (Chastain) also felt in the test, and that is going to be extremely helpful. That should put us in a good place to start because we were pretty good by the time we left. You can’t make a whole lot of changes in practice, so it’s mainly going to be about fine tuning and getting into a good rhythm to get used to the new track.” Bayley Currey, No. 44 Niece Motorsports ChevroletEven though you didn’t make any laps, do you think you learned anything by going to the test?“Yes and no. I just got to see how much speed those guys were carrying with the new asphalt. I just ran it in the simulator and I think going to the test helped me grasp on where guys are lifting and where they’re getting back to the gas. I felt like I was able to learn a bit more about that in turns one and two since we were pitted down that way, but I think it helped a little bit. We’re going to be carrying so much speed here this week and I think it’ll be fun to go out there and make some laps in practice to get accustomed to it before the race. We’ve been having some good runs to open up our season and I’ve been really anticipating getting to Rockingham with our Masked Owl Technologies Chevy.” Kaden Honeycutt, No. 45 Niece Motorsports ChevroletBasing off your speed in the test, do you feel confident in the piece your team is bringing this weekend?“Yeah, I think for us as a company, we were all really fast at the test. We are very optimistic in how we’re going to handle here. We’re not going to change much from where we ended the test at, we’re just going to go through practice similarly and see how we stack up. Hopefully we have a good qualifying lap because starting up front is going to mean a lot. After we see how qualifying goes, we’ll come up with a plan to march to the front or keep our track position.” Rajah Caruth, No. 71 Spire Motorsports ChevroletRockingham Speedway has a deep history. What does it mean to be able to race on the hollowed grounds in Richmond County?“I think it will be really cool to race at ‘The Rock.’ Personally, the last time I saw anything there was the Truck and K&N Series events in 2012-13. I have no real recollection of anything else there, aside from what I’ve read in my NASCAR Encyclopedia and watching highlights from the 2004 Cup Series race. While I don’t have a connection to the track, I’m a student of the sport and a fan of its history. It just makes it that much cooler to get the opportunity to race there. Hopefully I can add my name to the list of winners at Rockingham.” You took part in the organizational test in January. What did you learn to help you heading into the weekend?“I think the test in January was a valuable tool. I got some time to work with my new group, expose myself to the rule changes and gain some data points and information on what we needed to work on in the simulator. It was significantly colder than it will be this weekend, which will be a factor of some sort. The track will have a lot of grip, and hopefully it has worn out a little bit since the test so we can move around and use some lines.” Andres Perez de Lara, No. 77 Spire Motorsports ChevroletWhat are your thoughts heading into Rockingham?“I am feeling confident about this weekend. I enjoyed running the track when we tested there in January. We ran a lot of laps at the test and we got our Silverado where I like it. Having track time at a place as tricky as Rockingham is key for me, and will only help me this weekend. I’m also confident this weekend because we will be on the same playing field as everyone else. Most of the drivers haven’t raced at Rockingham, like me. This is the first time this year that I can say that. I hope the fans show up for the race because Rockingham is a great track.” You are a quarter of the way through your rookie year. How do you feel the year has gone up to this point?“Jumping into the truck this has been a great learning experience. I feel like we have had speed but are yet to put a full race together. I know when we put a full race together and get a good result. Hopefully Rockingham will be the race everything will come together and we can start building momentum. I am proud of our No. 77 team and all the work they have put in this year.” Jack Wood, No. 91 McAnally Hilgemann Racing Chevrolet“I am super excited to get to Rockingham this weekend and hopefully continue on our high momentum. Rockingham is a super fast track as we were able to discover at the test back in January. It is really cool that NASCAR is able to bring this track back and all of us at MHR are pretty pumped to be a part of that. Looking forward to this Friday and I am confident that this No. 91 team can keep this truck in contention for a solid finish at “The Rock”.”

Chevrolet NASCAR Cup Series Statistics Manufacturers Championships:Total (1949-2024): 43First title for Chevrolet: 1958Highest number of consecutive titles: 13 (2003-15)Most recent: 2024 Years Won: 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1995, 1996, 1998, 2001, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 Drivers Championships:Total (1949-2024): 33First Chevrolet champion: Buck Baker (1957)Highest number of consecutive titles: 7 (2005-11)Most recent: Kyle Larson (2021) Years Won: 1957, 1960, 1961, 1973, 1976, 1977, 1979, 1980, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2001, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2020, 2021 Event Victories:Record for total race wins in single season: 26 (2007)                2025 STATISTICS:                                                                                                    Wins: 3Poles: 5Laps Led: 1,167Top-Fives: 17Top-10s: 41Stage Wins: 7 CHEVROLET IN NASCAR CUMULATIVE STATISTICS:Total Chevrolet race wins: 869 (1949 to date)Poles won to date: 758Laps led to date: 253,878Top-fives to date: 4,386Top-10s to date: 9,048                                                                                                          Total NASCAR Cup Wins by Corporation, 1949 to Date:                    General Motors: 1,203           Chevrolet: 869           Pontiac: 154           Oldsmobile: 115           Buick: 65            Ford: 841                                                                                        Ford: 741           Mercury: 96           Lincoln: 4            Fiat Chrysler Automobiles: 467           Dodge: 217           Plymouth: 191           Chrysler: 59            Toyota: 194

TEAM CHEVY ADVANCERockingham SpeedwayApril 18-19, 2025

While the NASCAR Cup Series embarks on its only off-weekend of the 2025 season, the Xfinity and Craftsman Truck Series are on the horizon of one of the most anticipated stops on their respective schedules – the return to Rockingham Speedway.

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The 1.017-mile oval known as “The Rock” has a deep-rooted history with the sport that dates back to the mid-1960s, with the revival of the North Carolina venue marking the end of a 12-year hiatus from NASCAR competition.  Chevrolet at Rockingham Speedway:

Chevrolet is the only manufacturer with a win in all three NASCAR national series at Rockingham Speedway – accumulating 19 Cup Series wins, 10 Xfinity Series wins and 2 Truck Series wins throughout the track’s storied history. NASCAR’s most recent visit to “The Rock” came in 2012-13 when the North Carolina venue played host for the Truck Series’ only two appearances at the track. Both events saw a Chevrolet-powered machine in victory lane with two very familiar faces behind the wheel – Kyle Larson (2012) and Kasey Kahne (2013). Kahne, who retired from full-time NASCAR competition in 2018, is NASCAR’s most recent winner at Rockingham Speedway and is the track’s only past winner entered in this weekend’s events.

KAHNE SET FOR NASCAR RETURNFor the first time in nearly six years, Kasey Kahne will suit up to get back behind the wheel of a stock car to pilot a third entry for Richard Childress Racing in Saturday’s Xfinity Series race. Rockingham Speedway was the very site where the 45-year-old Enumclaw, Washington, native made his first career Xfinity Series start and his debut in the NASCAR national ranks. Kahne quickly moved up into NASCAR’s top division in 2004 to start what turned into a 15-year career in the series. Throughout his career, Kahne amassed 18 Cup Series wins, eight Xfinity Series wins and five Truck Series wins, with his final win in each series coming in a Chevrolet-powered machine. Among those triumphs included three Coca-Cola 600 victories, as well as the win in the 2017 Brickyard 400 that marked his final trip to victory lane before retiring from full-time NASCAR competition.

LARSON’S FIRST Kyle Larson made his debut in the NASCAR national ranks with his first career Truck Series start at Kentucky Speedway in June 2012. Just shy of a year later, the Elk Grove, California, native made his first trip to victory lane – picking up the Truck Series win at Rockingham Speedway in April 2013. Now 12 years later, Larson is well on his way to a Hall of Fame worthy career. The 32-year-old driver is a 31-time Cup Series winner, including three crown jewel wins (2021 Coca-Cola 600; 2023 Southern 500 and 2024 Brickyard 400); a three-time NASCAR All-Star race winner (2019, ’21, ’23); and the 2021 Cup Series champion. In addition, Larson has tallied 16 Xfinity Series wins and four Truck Series wins throughout his career – all of which have come with Chevrolet.

LEGGE EXPANDS 2025 NASCAR SCHEDULEJust one month ago at Phoenix Raceway, Katherine Legge made history as the first female in seven years to compete in NASCAR’s top division. With her Cup Series debut in the rearview mirror, the 44-year-old England native has expanded her 2025 schedule to 12 more races across NASCAR’s top two divisions, including five Cup Series starts with Live Fast Motorsports and seven Xfinity Series starts with Jordan Anderson Racing. The revival of Rockingham will kick off Legge’s expanded schedule, with the Chevrolet driver climbing into the seat of the No. 32 E.L.F. Cosmetics Chevrolet. Legge has previously tallied five career Xfinity Series starts, with her most recent coming at Road America in 2023. Her racing resume expands across a variety of racing disciplines, including 19 starts in the NTT INDYCAR Series – four of which have come in the Indianapolis 500. She has also made 92 starts in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship – earning four wins, 11 podium finishes and two poles.

TEAM CHEVY CONTINUES XFINTIY SERIES DOMINANCEKyle Larson nearly pulled off the tripleheader sweep at Bristol Motor Speedway last weekend, with a runner-up finish in the Truck Series race leading up to a pair of dominating triumphs in the Xfinity and Cup Series at the Tennessee half-mile. The victory in Saturday’s race marked Hendrick Motorsports’ first win in the series this season and the first as a crew chief for Adam Wall, who previously worked with Larson as the lead engineer on the No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet team during his championship-earning season (2021).  Larson’s victory came after a near-perfect day for the No. 17 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet team that included the pole position, a stage win and 277 of 300 laps led. The statistics further added to Chevrolet’s already dominating start to the 2025 Xfinity Series season. With nine races complete, five drivers from three different Chevrolet organizations have earned a combined seven victories. In addition, the Bowtie brand has tallied six pole wins; wins in 14 of the 18 stages; 30 top-fives; 56 top-10s; and 1,315 laps led.

CUP SERIES HITS THE QUARTER MARKThe drop of the checkered flag at Bristol Motor Speedway also marked the quarter mark of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season. With nine points-paying races in the books, the division will sit idle for the weekend before going full throttle in the race for the championship. Heading into the off-weekend, Team Chevy has already hit some early-season high points:

·       Chevrolet leads its manufacturer competitors in a variety of statistical categories including: pole wins (five), laps led (1,167) and top-10 finishes (41).  ·       Kyle Larson’s dominating Tennessee triumph marked Chevrolet’s third NASCAR Cup Series win of the 2025 season, each of which have been recorded on a distinctly different track configuration. Among that list includes William Byron’s win at the 2.5-mile superspeedway of Daytona International Speedway, as well as Larson’s win at the 1.5-mile intermediate oval of Homestead-Miami Speedway.  ·       Chevrolet has earned at least four top-10 finishes in six of the nine points-paying NASCAR Cup Series races thus far this season, with five of those events seeing representation by three or more different Chevrolet organizations in those results. The manufacturer hit a season-high seven top-10 finishes at Las Vegas Motor Speedway – earned collectively by three different Chevrolet organizations. The series’ second race of the season at Atlanta Motor Speedway saw a season-high five different Chevrolet organizations represented in the top-10. At the conclusion of just the fifth points-paying race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, every full-time Chevrolet organization had scored a top-10 finish this season.

Chevrolet’s season statistics with nine NASCAR Cup Series races complete: Wins: 3Poles: 5Laps Led: 1,167Top-Fives: 17Top-10s: 41Stage Wins: 7

Chevrolet’s season statistics with nine NASCAR Xfinity Series races complete: Wins: 7Poles: 6Laps Led: 1,315Top-Fives: 30Top-10s: 56Stage Wins: 14

Chevrolet’s season statistics with six NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series races complete: Wins: 3Poles: 2Laps Led: 399Top-Fives: 13Top-10s: 25Stage Wins: 4

BOWTIE BULLETS:·       Chevrolet is the only manufacturer with a win in all three NASCAR national series at Rockingham Speedway – accumulating 19 Cup Series wins, 10 Xfinity Series wins and 2 Truck Series wins.  ·       Chevrolet continues to dominate in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, with Kyle Larson becoming the fifth driver from the third different Chevrolet organization to reach victory lane this season with his win at Bristol Motor Speedway. In nine races, Chevrolet has also amassed a manufacturer-leading six pole wins; wins in 14 of the 18 stages; 30 top-fives; 56 top-10s; and 1,315 laps led. ·       In 117 points-paying races in the Next Gen era, Chevrolet leads all manufacturers with 55 victories – a winning percentage of 47%.  ·       With its 43 NASCAR Cup Series Manufacturer Championships, 33 NASCAR Cup Series Driver Championships, and 869 all-time NASCAR Cup Series wins, Chevrolet continues to hold the title as the winningest brand in NASCAR Cup Series history.

TUNE-IN:NASCAR Xfinity SeriesNorth Carolina Education Lottery 250 presented by Black’s TireSaturday, April 19, at 4 p.m. ET(CW, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90)  NASCAR Craftsman Truck SeriesBlack’s Tire 200Friday, April 18, at 5 p.m. ET(FS1, NASCAR Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90)

QUOTABLE QUOTES:Carson Kvapil, No. 1 JR Motorsports Chevrolet“Rockingham is tough, but I am looking forward to the opportunity to get out there and run laps this weekend. We had speed at the test, so I know this No. 1 team is going to unload a fast Chevrolet on Friday. We have had really great momentum these past two weeks, so hopefully at the end we can not only contend for the win, but also the $100,000. It would mean a lot to finally get that finish we’ve been chasing for Johnny Morris and everyone at Bass Pro Shops and Clarience Technologies and this entire No. 1 team.” Jesse Love, No. 2 Richard Childress Racing ChevroletWhat did you take away from the NASCAR Xfinity Series test at Rockingham Speedway in January?“We showed a lot of speed and were one of the best cars, if not the best, at the test. That test in January set our No. 2 team up to have momentum heading into the start of this season, and we have carried that momentum pretty well through the first nine races. We are taking a setup similar to what we had at the test. Just making a few small adjustments for the weather and the track taking rubber, but what we hit on at the test should work again this coming weekend.” What were your initial thoughts of Rockingham Speedway?“Rockingham is a track that fits my driving style. It’s right up my alley and fits how I like to drive a racetrack. It’s pretty similar to one of my favorite tracks in Dover, so I’m looking forward to going back there this weekend and having a shot at the win. It would be good to get up to second in points and hopefully leave with more Playoff points.” Justin Allgaier, No. 7 JR Motorsports Chevrolet“It’s really cool to be heading back to Rockingham with our BRANDT Professional Agriculture Chevrolet. No one really knows what to expect this weekend, but I feel like the test we had here back in January gave Jim (Pohlman, crew chief) and all the guys on this team a good playbook to start with. We’ve had a lot of momentum on our side here lately, and hopefully that will carry over and we will have another great run on Saturday.” Sammy Smith, No. 8 JR Motorsports Chevrolet“I’m excited to go to Rockingham and try out a new track where it’s a level playing field. The weather was much different when we tested earlier this year than it will be this weekend. Some of what we learned during the test will translate but a lot of it will come from knowledge and experience from running similar 1-mile tracks. Racing the Truck Friday will help me get more comfortable with more laps and I’ll be able to take some of that into Saturday where we’ll race for $100,000 and a win for Pilot.” Daniel Dye, No. 10 Kaulig Racing Chevrolet ”The last time the Xfinity Series raced at Rockingham, I had barely been born! It’s exciting to get to go back to such a historic track in NASCAR. We tested there earlier this year, and I was able to get comfortable in the car. One challenge this week will be the difference in temperature compared to when we tested in the winter, but I’m looking forward to it.” Josh Williams, No. 11 Kaulig Racing Chevrolet “Rockingham is, I think, one of the more unique tracks we’ll go to this season. It’s pretty fast compared to what it was when I ran there [in 2010] because of the repave, so I’m not exactly sure what to expect in the race. As a team, I think we’ve got even more room to improve based off of our test [at Rockingham in January], but everyone is starting from the same point, so I’m sure we’ll get there come the race.” Christian Eckes, No. 16 Kaulig Racing Chevrolet“It’s exciting to have Rockingham back on the NASCAR schedule. We had a successful test there before the season and were able to get a lot of good seat time. I really enjoy the challenges of learning a new track, and I know our No. 16 team is prepared for it.” Austin Hill, No. 21 Richard Childress Racing ChevroletTalk about the NASCAR Xfinity Series test session in January and your thoughts on Rockingham Speedway.“I had only been to Rockingham one other time outside of the test, for a Legends Car and Bandolero race out back. I haven’t seen or really watched any past races there. It was a lot different than what I expected, with the new repave though. It is extremely fast. Faster than what I expected. I thought the pace would be up, because with the Xfinity car, you are not off the throttle for long – especially when your car is driving well. The biggest thing I’m questioning is how it is going to race. Part of me thinks whoever gets out front in clean air is going to be the guy who wins the race. Passing is going to be at a premium. I hope we get the second lane in. I started to run it during the test before Jesse (Love) jumped in the car. There is a little moveability in Turns 1 and 2. But in Turns 3 and 4, you need to run the bottom, drive in super deep, and barely touch the brake. If you do touch the brake in that end of the track, it’s just to set the car really quick.” Are you looking forward to racing at track like Rockingham Speedway?“I’m excited to go there and race at a place with so much history. I just wish it was the old asphalt, but that’s not something we can go back and change now. We have what we have. I personally love racetracks that you can slip and slide around on, like Darlington a few weeks ago. If the actual package is anything like the test showed, it’s going to be a really good race.” Kasey Kahne, No. 33 Richard Childress Racing ChevroletThe NASCAR Xfinity Series test at Rockingham Speedway was your first time back in a stock car in years. Describe how that test went and how you felt during it.“It had been six and a half years. It was really nice to be back in a car. I didn’t know exactly how it would feel and if I would have to refigure out how to drive in a way, but truthfully once I got to Turn 3 coming to the start of practice and the car loaded into the corner, I instantly felt right at home and felt like I had been doing it for a while. From there on, it was a solid practice for the next four or five hours.” Did you have any nerves before making those first laps at the test?“There were definitely a little bit of nerves with wondering how I would pick it up and how the car would feel. It felt very similar to what it did six years ago. On the Xfinity side, it doesn’t feel like those cars have changed a lot, but I still saw and felt it the same way I did in the past. I was happy with that.” Are there specific things that are on your mind heading into your first race back?“There are a few key things that I’ve thought about. Doing live pit stop again. Getting the balance of the car to a point where I can run throughout the entire race without getting too tight or too loose for my driving style. Working with spotters and understanding where other cars are around you. I haven’t had a spotter in so long. You just race in sprint cars, but spotters are great. Getting on the same page for that to take advantage of situations instead of getting used up. Restarts will be important. Overall, I just want to make sure that I’m prepared as I can be to put together a solid day.” What are you looking forward to the most?“I’m looking forward to the race the most. Driving, racing, competing. Trying to win or run top-five, top-10; be in the hunt and part of the mix. That’s why I’m doing this. To have a good time and get all that we can.” Connor Zilisch, No. 88 JR Motorsports Chevrolet“I’m really excited to go to Rockingham for the first time this weekend because it’s such a unique racetrack and has so much history in NASCAR. It’s really cool to finally have it back on the schedule again. Rockingham is a fast track with a lot of grip with the fresh repave. A lot of people don’t know how well it’s going to race, but based off how we were at the test a few months ago, I think we are going to have a really solid WeatherTech Chevrolet. The JR Motorsports cars have been really fast lately. We’ve all shown a lot of speed, and we just need a finish to go our way.” Sammy Smith, No. 07 Spire Motorsports ChevroletTalk about returning to Spire after four successful outings with the team in 2024.”I’m excited to get back with Spire. I really got comfortable in the truck in my few starts last year, so I’m hoping it will come back to me as we get rolling. I’m excited for the opportunity to work with Allen (Hart) and all the guys on the No. 07 team. Hopefully we can get a win for all the people who help make this happen.” What does it mean to race at a venue as rich in history as Rockingham?“It’s really cool to race at a track like Rockingham with so much history, and to have the opportunity to go back in a truck and Xfinity car is really neat. With the repave, it will be very different from when the trucks were last there in 2013. At the test, I was able to get a ton of laps in both the truck and Xfinity car. While the two don’t drive anything alike, the track is still super-fast and has a lot of grip for both. I’m looking forward to getting out on track Friday.” Corey Day, No. 7 Spire Motorsports ChevroletWhat are your thoughts heading into Rockingham?“I feel like I’m finally starting to really understand what I need to do in the trucks. I know I still have a lot to learn but I definitely am starting to feel more comfortable. While most of us haven’t raced at Rockingham Speedway before we all got to test there earlier this year. Those laps are going to be useful to help me get up to speed quicker than tracks I haven’t raced at before. I think it should be a good race.” Tyler Ankrum, No. 18 McAnally Hilgemann Racing Chevrolet“I was super surprised back in January at how fast Rockingham was and that is what makes me so excited to get back there this weekend. We were really fast there at the test so I know we are going to unload a good piece and be ready to fight up front all race and hopefully lock in that first win of the season and a spot in the playoffs. We have been so close these last few races and I am so proud of this No. 18 team for holding their heads high. Our time is coming and I am confident we can get this No. 18 LIUNA Chevrolet in Victory Lane this weekend at “The Rock”.” Matt Mills, No. 42 Niece Motorsports ChevroletSince you had two days of testing and will have another 50 minutes of practice, how much is that extra track time going to help you?“I think that’s going to be really good for us because we can go into the practice session based off the changes we made at the end of the test. We’ll have a notebook of what Ross (Chastain) also felt in the test, and that is going to be extremely helpful. That should put us in a good place to start because we were pretty good by the time we left. You can’t make a whole lot of changes in practice, so it’s mainly going to be about fine tuning and getting into a good rhythm to get used to the new track.” Bayley Currey, No. 44 Niece Motorsports ChevroletEven though you didn’t make any laps, do you think you learned anything by going to the test?“Yes and no. I just got to see how much speed those guys were carrying with the new asphalt. I just ran it in the simulator and I think going to the test helped me grasp on where guys are lifting and where they’re getting back to the gas. I felt like I was able to learn a bit more about that in turns one and two since we were pitted down that way, but I think it helped a little bit. We’re going to be carrying so much speed here this week and I think it’ll be fun to go out there and make some laps in practice to get accustomed to it before the race. We’ve been having some good runs to open up our season and I’ve been really anticipating getting to Rockingham with our Masked Owl Technologies Chevy.” Kaden Honeycutt, No. 45 Niece Motorsports ChevroletBasing off your speed in the test, do you feel confident in the piece your team is bringing this weekend?“Yeah, I think for us as a company, we were all really fast at the test. We are very optimistic in how we’re going to handle here. We’re not going to change much from where we ended the test at, we’re just going to go through practice similarly and see how we stack up. Hopefully we have a good qualifying lap because starting up front is going to mean a lot. After we see how qualifying goes, we’ll come up with a plan to march to the front or keep our track position.” Rajah Caruth, No. 71 Spire Motorsports ChevroletRockingham Speedway has a deep history. What does it mean to be able to race on the hollowed grounds in Richmond County?“I think it will be really cool to race at ‘The Rock.’ Personally, the last time I saw anything there was the Truck and K&N Series events in 2012-13. I have no real recollection of anything else there, aside from what I’ve read in my NASCAR Encyclopedia and watching highlights from the 2004 Cup Series race. While I don’t have a connection to the track, I’m a student of the sport and a fan of its history. It just makes it that much cooler to get the opportunity to race there. Hopefully I can add my name to the list of winners at Rockingham.” You took part in the organizational test in January. What did you learn to help you heading into the weekend?“I think the test in January was a valuable tool. I got some time to work with my new group, expose myself to the rule changes and gain some data points and information on what we needed to work on in the simulator. It was significantly colder than it will be this weekend, which will be a factor of some sort. The track will have a lot of grip, and hopefully it has worn out a little bit since the test so we can move around and use some lines.” Andres Perez de Lara, No. 77 Spire Motorsports ChevroletWhat are your thoughts heading into Rockingham?“I am feeling confident about this weekend. I enjoyed running the track when we tested there in January. We ran a lot of laps at the test and we got our Silverado where I like it. Having track time at a place as tricky as Rockingham is key for me, and will only help me this weekend. I’m also confident this weekend because we will be on the same playing field as everyone else. Most of the drivers haven’t raced at Rockingham, like me. This is the first time this year that I can say that. I hope the fans show up for the race because Rockingham is a great track.” You are a quarter of the way through your rookie year. How do you feel the year has gone up to this point?“Jumping into the truck this has been a great learning experience. I feel like we have had speed but are yet to put a full race together. I know when we put a full race together and get a good result. Hopefully Rockingham will be the race everything will come together and we can start building momentum. I am proud of our No. 77 team and all the work they have put in this year.” Jack Wood, No. 91 McAnally Hilgemann Racing Chevrolet“I am super excited to get to Rockingham this weekend and hopefully continue on our high momentum. Rockingham is a super fast track as we were able to discover at the test back in January. It is really cool that NASCAR is able to bring this track back and all of us at MHR are pretty pumped to be a part of that. Looking forward to this Friday and I am confident that this No. 91 team can keep this truck in contention for a solid finish at “The Rock”.”

Chevrolet NASCAR Cup Series Statistics Manufacturers Championships:Total (1949-2024): 43First title for Chevrolet: 1958Highest number of consecutive titles: 13 (2003-15)Most recent: 2024 Years Won: 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1995, 1996, 1998, 2001, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 Drivers Championships:Total (1949-2024): 33First Chevrolet champion: Buck Baker (1957)Highest number of consecutive titles: 7 (2005-11)Most recent: Kyle Larson (2021) Years Won: 1957, 1960, 1961, 1973, 1976, 1977, 1979, 1980, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2001, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2020, 2021 Event Victories:Record for total race wins in single season: 26 (2007)                2025 STATISTICS:                                                                                                    Wins: 3Poles: 5Laps Led: 1,167Top-Fives: 17Top-10s: 41Stage Wins: 7 CHEVROLET IN NASCAR CUMULATIVE STATISTICS:Total Chevrolet race wins: 869 (1949 to date)Poles won to date: 758Laps led to date: 253,878Top-fives to date: 4,386Top-10s to date: 9,048                                                                                                          Total NASCAR Cup Wins by Corporation, 1949 to Date:                    General Motors: 1,203           Chevrolet: 869           Pontiac: 154           Oldsmobile: 115           Buick: 65            Ford: 841                                                                                        Ford: 741           Mercury: 96           Lincoln: 4            Fiat Chrysler Automobiles: 467           Dodge: 217           Plymouth: 191           Chrysler: 59            Toyota: 194

TEAM CHEVY ADVANCERockingham SpeedwayApril 18-19, 2025

While the NASCAR Cup Series embarks on its only off-weekend of the 2025 season, the Xfinity and Craftsman Truck Series are on the horizon of one of the most anticipated stops on their respective schedules – the return to Rockingham Speedway.

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The 1.017-mile oval known as “The Rock” has a deep-rooted history with the sport that dates back to the mid-1960s, with the revival of the North Carolina venue marking the end of a 12-year hiatus from NASCAR competition.  Chevrolet at Rockingham Speedway:

Chevrolet is the only manufacturer with a win in all three NASCAR national series at Rockingham Speedway – accumulating 19 Cup Series wins, 10 Xfinity Series wins and 2 Truck Series wins throughout the track’s storied history. NASCAR’s most recent visit to “The Rock” came in 2012-13 when the North Carolina venue played host for the Truck Series’ only two appearances at the track. Both events saw a Chevrolet-powered machine in victory lane with two very familiar faces behind the wheel – Kyle Larson (2012) and Kasey Kahne (2013). Kahne, who retired from full-time NASCAR competition in 2018, is NASCAR’s most recent winner at Rockingham Speedway and is the track’s only past winner entered in this weekend’s events.

KAHNE SET FOR NASCAR RETURNFor the first time in nearly six years, Kasey Kahne will suit up to get back behind the wheel of a stock car to pilot a third entry for Richard Childress Racing in Saturday’s Xfinity Series race. Rockingham Speedway was the very site where the 45-year-old Enumclaw, Washington, native made his first career Xfinity Series start and his debut in the NASCAR national ranks. Kahne quickly moved up into NASCAR’s top division in 2004 to start what turned into a 15-year career in the series. Throughout his career, Kahne amassed 18 Cup Series wins, eight Xfinity Series wins and five Truck Series wins, with his final win in each series coming in a Chevrolet-powered machine. Among those triumphs included three Coca-Cola 600 victories, as well as the win in the 2017 Brickyard 400 that marked his final trip to victory lane before retiring from full-time NASCAR competition.

LARSON’S FIRST Kyle Larson made his debut in the NASCAR national ranks with his first career Truck Series start at Kentucky Speedway in June 2012. Just shy of a year later, the Elk Grove, California, native made his first trip to victory lane – picking up the Truck Series win at Rockingham Speedway in April 2013. Now 12 years later, Larson is well on his way to a Hall of Fame worthy career. The 32-year-old driver is a 31-time Cup Series winner, including three crown jewel wins (2021 Coca-Cola 600; 2023 Southern 500 and 2024 Brickyard 400); a three-time NASCAR All-Star race winner (2019, ’21, ’23); and the 2021 Cup Series champion. In addition, Larson has tallied 16 Xfinity Series wins and four Truck Series wins throughout his career – all of which have come with Chevrolet.

LEGGE EXPANDS 2025 NASCAR SCHEDULEJust one month ago at Phoenix Raceway, Katherine Legge made history as the first female in seven years to compete in NASCAR’s top division. With her Cup Series debut in the rearview mirror, the 44-year-old England native has expanded her 2025 schedule to 12 more races across NASCAR’s top two divisions, including five Cup Series starts with Live Fast Motorsports and seven Xfinity Series starts with Jordan Anderson Racing. The revival of Rockingham will kick off Legge’s expanded schedule, with the Chevrolet driver climbing into the seat of the No. 32 E.L.F. Cosmetics Chevrolet. Legge has previously tallied five career Xfinity Series starts, with her most recent coming at Road America in 2023. Her racing resume expands across a variety of racing disciplines, including 19 starts in the NTT INDYCAR Series – four of which have come in the Indianapolis 500. She has also made 92 starts in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship – earning four wins, 11 podium finishes and two poles.

TEAM CHEVY CONTINUES XFINTIY SERIES DOMINANCEKyle Larson nearly pulled off the tripleheader sweep at Bristol Motor Speedway last weekend, with a runner-up finish in the Truck Series race leading up to a pair of dominating triumphs in the Xfinity and Cup Series at the Tennessee half-mile. The victory in Saturday’s race marked Hendrick Motorsports’ first win in the series this season and the first as a crew chief for Adam Wall, who previously worked with Larson as the lead engineer on the No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet team during his championship-earning season (2021).  Larson’s victory came after a near-perfect day for the No. 17 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet team that included the pole position, a stage win and 277 of 300 laps led. The statistics further added to Chevrolet’s already dominating start to the 2025 Xfinity Series season. With nine races complete, five drivers from three different Chevrolet organizations have earned a combined seven victories. In addition, the Bowtie brand has tallied six pole wins; wins in 14 of the 18 stages; 30 top-fives; 56 top-10s; and 1,315 laps led.

CUP SERIES HITS THE QUARTER MARKThe drop of the checkered flag at Bristol Motor Speedway also marked the quarter mark of the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season. With nine points-paying races in the books, the division will sit idle for the weekend before going full throttle in the race for the championship. Heading into the off-weekend, Team Chevy has already hit some early-season high points:

·       Chevrolet leads its manufacturer competitors in a variety of statistical categories including: pole wins (five), laps led (1,167) and top-10 finishes (41).  ·       Kyle Larson’s dominating Tennessee triumph marked Chevrolet’s third NASCAR Cup Series win of the 2025 season, each of which have been recorded on a distinctly different track configuration. Among that list includes William Byron’s win at the 2.5-mile superspeedway of Daytona International Speedway, as well as Larson’s win at the 1.5-mile intermediate oval of Homestead-Miami Speedway.  ·       Chevrolet has earned at least four top-10 finishes in six of the nine points-paying NASCAR Cup Series races thus far this season, with five of those events seeing representation by three or more different Chevrolet organizations in those results. The manufacturer hit a season-high seven top-10 finishes at Las Vegas Motor Speedway – earned collectively by three different Chevrolet organizations. The series’ second race of the season at Atlanta Motor Speedway saw a season-high five different Chevrolet organizations represented in the top-10. At the conclusion of just the fifth points-paying race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, every full-time Chevrolet organization had scored a top-10 finish this season.

Chevrolet’s season statistics with nine NASCAR Cup Series races complete: Wins: 3Poles: 5Laps Led: 1,167Top-Fives: 17Top-10s: 41Stage Wins: 7

Chevrolet’s season statistics with nine NASCAR Xfinity Series races complete: Wins: 7Poles: 6Laps Led: 1,315Top-Fives: 30Top-10s: 56Stage Wins: 14

Chevrolet’s season statistics with six NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series races complete: Wins: 3Poles: 2Laps Led: 399Top-Fives: 13Top-10s: 25Stage Wins: 4

BOWTIE BULLETS:·       Chevrolet is the only manufacturer with a win in all three NASCAR national series at Rockingham Speedway – accumulating 19 Cup Series wins, 10 Xfinity Series wins and 2 Truck Series wins.  ·       Chevrolet continues to dominate in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, with Kyle Larson becoming the fifth driver from the third different Chevrolet organization to reach victory lane this season with his win at Bristol Motor Speedway. In nine races, Chevrolet has also amassed a manufacturer-leading six pole wins; wins in 14 of the 18 stages; 30 top-fives; 56 top-10s; and 1,315 laps led. ·       In 117 points-paying races in the Next Gen era, Chevrolet leads all manufacturers with 55 victories – a winning percentage of 47%.  ·       With its 43 NASCAR Cup Series Manufacturer Championships, 33 NASCAR Cup Series Driver Championships, and 869 all-time NASCAR Cup Series wins, Chevrolet continues to hold the title as the winningest brand in NASCAR Cup Series history.

TUNE-IN:NASCAR Xfinity SeriesNorth Carolina Education Lottery 250 presented by Black’s TireSaturday, April 19, at 4 p.m. ET(CW, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90)  NASCAR Craftsman Truck SeriesBlack’s Tire 200Friday, April 18, at 5 p.m. ET(FS1, NASCAR Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90)

QUOTABLE QUOTES:Carson Kvapil, No. 1 JR Motorsports Chevrolet“Rockingham is tough, but I am looking forward to the opportunity to get out there and run laps this weekend. We had speed at the test, so I know this No. 1 team is going to unload a fast Chevrolet on Friday. We have had really great momentum these past two weeks, so hopefully at the end we can not only contend for the win, but also the $100,000. It would mean a lot to finally get that finish we’ve been chasing for Johnny Morris and everyone at Bass Pro Shops and Clarience Technologies and this entire No. 1 team.” Jesse Love, No. 2 Richard Childress Racing ChevroletWhat did you take away from the NASCAR Xfinity Series test at Rockingham Speedway in January?“We showed a lot of speed and were one of the best cars, if not the best, at the test. That test in January set our No. 2 team up to have momentum heading into the start of this season, and we have carried that momentum pretty well through the first nine races. We are taking a setup similar to what we had at the test. Just making a few small adjustments for the weather and the track taking rubber, but what we hit on at the test should work again this coming weekend.” What were your initial thoughts of Rockingham Speedway?“Rockingham is a track that fits my driving style. It’s right up my alley and fits how I like to drive a racetrack. It’s pretty similar to one of my favorite tracks in Dover, so I’m looking forward to going back there this weekend and having a shot at the win. It would be good to get up to second in points and hopefully leave with more Playoff points.” Justin Allgaier, No. 7 JR Motorsports Chevrolet“It’s really cool to be heading back to Rockingham with our BRANDT Professional Agriculture Chevrolet. No one really knows what to expect this weekend, but I feel like the test we had here back in January gave Jim (Pohlman, crew chief) and all the guys on this team a good playbook to start with. We’ve had a lot of momentum on our side here lately, and hopefully that will carry over and we will have another great run on Saturday.” Sammy Smith, No. 8 JR Motorsports Chevrolet“I’m excited to go to Rockingham and try out a new track where it’s a level playing field. The weather was much different when we tested earlier this year than it will be this weekend. Some of what we learned during the test will translate but a lot of it will come from knowledge and experience from running similar 1-mile tracks. Racing the Truck Friday will help me get more comfortable with more laps and I’ll be able to take some of that into Saturday where we’ll race for $100,000 and a win for Pilot.” Daniel Dye, No. 10 Kaulig Racing Chevrolet ”The last time the Xfinity Series raced at Rockingham, I had barely been born! It’s exciting to get to go back to such a historic track in NASCAR. We tested there earlier this year, and I was able to get comfortable in the car. One challenge this week will be the difference in temperature compared to when we tested in the winter, but I’m looking forward to it.” Josh Williams, No. 11 Kaulig Racing Chevrolet “Rockingham is, I think, one of the more unique tracks we’ll go to this season. It’s pretty fast compared to what it was when I ran there [in 2010] because of the repave, so I’m not exactly sure what to expect in the race. As a team, I think we’ve got even more room to improve based off of our test [at Rockingham in January], but everyone is starting from the same point, so I’m sure we’ll get there come the race.” Christian Eckes, No. 16 Kaulig Racing Chevrolet“It’s exciting to have Rockingham back on the NASCAR schedule. We had a successful test there before the season and were able to get a lot of good seat time. I really enjoy the challenges of learning a new track, and I know our No. 16 team is prepared for it.” Austin Hill, No. 21 Richard Childress Racing ChevroletTalk about the NASCAR Xfinity Series test session in January and your thoughts on Rockingham Speedway.“I had only been to Rockingham one other time outside of the test, for a Legends Car and Bandolero race out back. I haven’t seen or really watched any past races there. It was a lot different than what I expected, with the new repave though. It is extremely fast. Faster than what I expected. I thought the pace would be up, because with the Xfinity car, you are not off the throttle for long – especially when your car is driving well. The biggest thing I’m questioning is how it is going to race. Part of me thinks whoever gets out front in clean air is going to be the guy who wins the race. Passing is going to be at a premium. I hope we get the second lane in. I started to run it during the test before Jesse (Love) jumped in the car. There is a little moveability in Turns 1 and 2. But in Turns 3 and 4, you need to run the bottom, drive in super deep, and barely touch the brake. If you do touch the brake in that end of the track, it’s just to set the car really quick.” Are you looking forward to racing at track like Rockingham Speedway?“I’m excited to go there and race at a place with so much history. I just wish it was the old asphalt, but that’s not something we can go back and change now. We have what we have. I personally love racetracks that you can slip and slide around on, like Darlington a few weeks ago. If the actual package is anything like the test showed, it’s going to be a really good race.” Kasey Kahne, No. 33 Richard Childress Racing ChevroletThe NASCAR Xfinity Series test at Rockingham Speedway was your first time back in a stock car in years. Describe how that test went and how you felt during it.“It had been six and a half years. It was really nice to be back in a car. I didn’t know exactly how it would feel and if I would have to refigure out how to drive in a way, but truthfully once I got to Turn 3 coming to the start of practice and the car loaded into the corner, I instantly felt right at home and felt like I had been doing it for a while. From there on, it was a solid practice for the next four or five hours.” Did you have any nerves before making those first laps at the test?“There were definitely a little bit of nerves with wondering how I would pick it up and how the car would feel. It felt very similar to what it did six years ago. On the Xfinity side, it doesn’t feel like those cars have changed a lot, but I still saw and felt it the same way I did in the past. I was happy with that.” Are there specific things that are on your mind heading into your first race back?“There are a few key things that I’ve thought about. Doing live pit stop again. Getting the balance of the car to a point where I can run throughout the entire race without getting too tight or too loose for my driving style. Working with spotters and understanding where other cars are around you. I haven’t had a spotter in so long. You just race in sprint cars, but spotters are great. Getting on the same page for that to take advantage of situations instead of getting used up. Restarts will be important. Overall, I just want to make sure that I’m prepared as I can be to put together a solid day.” What are you looking forward to the most?“I’m looking forward to the race the most. Driving, racing, competing. Trying to win or run top-five, top-10; be in the hunt and part of the mix. That’s why I’m doing this. To have a good time and get all that we can.” Connor Zilisch, No. 88 JR Motorsports Chevrolet“I’m really excited to go to Rockingham for the first time this weekend because it’s such a unique racetrack and has so much history in NASCAR. It’s really cool to finally have it back on the schedule again. Rockingham is a fast track with a lot of grip with the fresh repave. A lot of people don’t know how well it’s going to race, but based off how we were at the test a few months ago, I think we are going to have a really solid WeatherTech Chevrolet. The JR Motorsports cars have been really fast lately. We’ve all shown a lot of speed, and we just need a finish to go our way.” Sammy Smith, No. 07 Spire Motorsports ChevroletTalk about returning to Spire after four successful outings with the team in 2024.”I’m excited to get back with Spire. I really got comfortable in the truck in my few starts last year, so I’m hoping it will come back to me as we get rolling. I’m excited for the opportunity to work with Allen (Hart) and all the guys on the No. 07 team. Hopefully we can get a win for all the people who help make this happen.” What does it mean to race at a venue as rich in history as Rockingham?“It’s really cool to race at a track like Rockingham with so much history, and to have the opportunity to go back in a truck and Xfinity car is really neat. With the repave, it will be very different from when the trucks were last there in 2013. At the test, I was able to get a ton of laps in both the truck and Xfinity car. While the two don’t drive anything alike, the track is still super-fast and has a lot of grip for both. I’m looking forward to getting out on track Friday.” Corey Day, No. 7 Spire Motorsports ChevroletWhat are your thoughts heading into Rockingham?“I feel like I’m finally starting to really understand what I need to do in the trucks. I know I still have a lot to learn but I definitely am starting to feel more comfortable. While most of us haven’t raced at Rockingham Speedway before we all got to test there earlier this year. Those laps are going to be useful to help me get up to speed quicker than tracks I haven’t raced at before. I think it should be a good race.” Tyler Ankrum, No. 18 McAnally Hilgemann Racing Chevrolet“I was super surprised back in January at how fast Rockingham was and that is what makes me so excited to get back there this weekend. We were really fast there at the test so I know we are going to unload a good piece and be ready to fight up front all race and hopefully lock in that first win of the season and a spot in the playoffs. We have been so close these last few races and I am so proud of this No. 18 team for holding their heads high. Our time is coming and I am confident we can get this No. 18 LIUNA Chevrolet in Victory Lane this weekend at “The Rock”.” Matt Mills, No. 42 Niece Motorsports ChevroletSince you had two days of testing and will have another 50 minutes of practice, how much is that extra track time going to help you?“I think that’s going to be really good for us because we can go into the practice session based off the changes we made at the end of the test. We’ll have a notebook of what Ross (Chastain) also felt in the test, and that is going to be extremely helpful. That should put us in a good place to start because we were pretty good by the time we left. You can’t make a whole lot of changes in practice, so it’s mainly going to be about fine tuning and getting into a good rhythm to get used to the new track.” Bayley Currey, No. 44 Niece Motorsports ChevroletEven though you didn’t make any laps, do you think you learned anything by going to the test?“Yes and no. I just got to see how much speed those guys were carrying with the new asphalt. I just ran it in the simulator and I think going to the test helped me grasp on where guys are lifting and where they’re getting back to the gas. I felt like I was able to learn a bit more about that in turns one and two since we were pitted down that way, but I think it helped a little bit. We’re going to be carrying so much speed here this week and I think it’ll be fun to go out there and make some laps in practice to get accustomed to it before the race. We’ve been having some good runs to open up our season and I’ve been really anticipating getting to Rockingham with our Masked Owl Technologies Chevy.” Kaden Honeycutt, No. 45 Niece Motorsports ChevroletBasing off your speed in the test, do you feel confident in the piece your team is bringing this weekend?“Yeah, I think for us as a company, we were all really fast at the test. We are very optimistic in how we’re going to handle here. We’re not going to change much from where we ended the test at, we’re just going to go through practice similarly and see how we stack up. Hopefully we have a good qualifying lap because starting up front is going to mean a lot. After we see how qualifying goes, we’ll come up with a plan to march to the front or keep our track position.” Rajah Caruth, No. 71 Spire Motorsports ChevroletRockingham Speedway has a deep history. What does it mean to be able to race on the hollowed grounds in Richmond County?“I think it will be really cool to race at ‘The Rock.’ Personally, the last time I saw anything there was the Truck and K&N Series events in 2012-13. I have no real recollection of anything else there, aside from what I’ve read in my NASCAR Encyclopedia and watching highlights from the 2004 Cup Series race. While I don’t have a connection to the track, I’m a student of the sport and a fan of its history. It just makes it that much cooler to get the opportunity to race there. Hopefully I can add my name to the list of winners at Rockingham.” You took part in the organizational test in January. What did you learn to help you heading into the weekend?“I think the test in January was a valuable tool. I got some time to work with my new group, expose myself to the rule changes and gain some data points and information on what we needed to work on in the simulator. It was significantly colder than it will be this weekend, which will be a factor of some sort. The track will have a lot of grip, and hopefully it has worn out a little bit since the test so we can move around and use some lines.” Andres Perez de Lara, No. 77 Spire Motorsports ChevroletWhat are your thoughts heading into Rockingham?“I am feeling confident about this weekend. I enjoyed running the track when we tested there in January. We ran a lot of laps at the test and we got our Silverado where I like it. Having track time at a place as tricky as Rockingham is key for me, and will only help me this weekend. I’m also confident this weekend because we will be on the same playing field as everyone else. Most of the drivers haven’t raced at Rockingham, like me. This is the first time this year that I can say that. I hope the fans show up for the race because Rockingham is a great track.” You are a quarter of the way through your rookie year. How do you feel the year has gone up to this point?“Jumping into the truck this has been a great learning experience. I feel like we have had speed but are yet to put a full race together. I know when we put a full race together and get a good result. Hopefully Rockingham will be the race everything will come together and we can start building momentum. I am proud of our No. 77 team and all the work they have put in this year.” Jack Wood, No. 91 McAnally Hilgemann Racing Chevrolet“I am super excited to get to Rockingham this weekend and hopefully continue on our high momentum. Rockingham is a super fast track as we were able to discover at the test back in January. It is really cool that NASCAR is able to bring this track back and all of us at MHR are pretty pumped to be a part of that. Looking forward to this Friday and I am confident that this No. 91 team can keep this truck in contention for a solid finish at “The Rock”.”

Chevrolet NASCAR Cup Series Statistics Manufacturers Championships:Total (1949-2024): 43First title for Chevrolet: 1958Highest number of consecutive titles: 13 (2003-15)Most recent: 2024 Years Won: 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1980, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1995, 1996, 1998, 2001, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 Drivers Championships:Total (1949-2024): 33First Chevrolet champion: Buck Baker (1957)Highest number of consecutive titles: 7 (2005-11)Most recent: Kyle Larson (2021) Years Won: 1957, 1960, 1961, 1973, 1976, 1977, 1979, 1980, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1990, 1991, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2001, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2020, 2021 Event Victories:Record for total race wins in single season: 26 (2007)                2025 STATISTICS:                                                                                                    Wins: 3Poles: 5Laps Led: 1,167Top-Fives: 17Top-10s: 41Stage Wins: 7 CHEVROLET IN NASCAR CUMULATIVE STATISTICS:Total Chevrolet race wins: 869 (1949 to date)Poles won to date: 758Laps led to date: 253,878Top-fives to date: 4,386Top-10s to date: 9,048                                                                                                          Total NASCAR Cup Wins by Corporation, 1949 to Date:                    General Motors: 1,203           Chevrolet: 869           Pontiac: 154           Oldsmobile: 115           Buick: 65            Ford: 841                                                                                        Ford: 741           Mercury: 96           Lincoln: 4            Fiat Chrysler Automobiles: 467           Dodge: 217           Plymouth: 191           Chrysler: 59            Toyota: 194

Apr 14, 2025 | Featured, Race Results

Randy Meyer Racing added their first final round appearance to its 2025 campaign with strong results  at the NHRA Four-Wide Nationals at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway this past weekend. Team driver Matt Cummings piloted the Maxima Racing Oils / CP-Carrillo Top Alcohol Dragster through three quads of intense competition, advancing to the final quad and finishing second overall on Sunday afternoon.

Cummings qualified 8th going into race day after a best run of 5.327 seconds at 268.06 MPH during Q4. With changing track conditions and desert heat pushing teams to their limits, the Randy Meyer Racing crew worked tirelessly between rounds to keep both entries running consistently.

In the opening round of eliminations, Cummings cut a sharp .064 light and powered to a 5.330-second pass, earning a win light and advancing to round two. There, he laid down another consistent run—a 5.322 ET at 273 MPH—to secure his place in the final quad alongside Shawn Cowie, Joey Severance, and Mitch Myers.

The final round was one of the tightest battles of the day. Cummings launched with a .055 reaction time—second quickest light of the group—and posted a solid 5.343 ET at 271.79 MPH to earn the runner-up finish behind Cowie’s dominating 5.277 ET.

“I can’t believe we got the runner-up—it’s like found money getting a runner-up, and what a tough field to get through,” said Cummings. “It’s tough racing out here for the injected nitro cars. I’m extremely pleased and can’t wait for Charlotte.”

McKenna Bold also made the 16-car field in her Maxima Racing Oils / CP-Carrillo dragster, qualifying 10th with a 5.349 at 266.11 MPH. She left strong with a .071 light in round one but was forced to lift early after the car lost traction and veered toward the centerline.

Despite the early exit, Bold’s presence and rookie performance continue to build momentum for the team’s two-car program. Both cars benefited from the power and durability of Maxima Racing Oils and CP-Carrillo components—a combination that’s proving to be a reliable foundation for performance under pressure.

“Having both cars qualify and run competitive times at a four-wide national event is a huge statement for our program,” said team owner Randy Meyer. “The conditions in Vegas are always challenging, but the crew worked flawlessly to give Matt and McKenna great cars every round. We’re happy with the runner-up and already focused on the next one.”

The Las Vegas Four-Wide Nationals marked the fourth event of the 2025 NHRA season for the team. Randy Meyer Racing now heads into the eastern swing with confidence and momentum, competing next at the NHRA Four-Wide Nationals at zMAX Dragway in Charlotte, North Carolina, April 26–27. A race they’re proven to win at.

LAS VEGAS (April 14, 2025) — Melanie Johnson and the McPhillips Racing team made a bold statement at the NHRA 4-Wide Nationals at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway this past weekend, April 11–13. In her debut at the unique 4-Wide format, Johnson delivered a performance that showcased both her growth as a driver and the strength of the McPhillips Racing Top Alcohol Dragster program.

Johnson started the weekend strong, racing to the top of the qualifying charts on Friday with back-to-back low E.T. and top speed runs of 5.260 seconds at 273.00 mph and 5.270 at 275.00 mph, respectively. While her first run was later disqualified due to a marginally over-limit fuel mixture (0.2% above the 95% threshold), Johnson and the McPhillips team responded immediately with a nearly identical performance in the next session to reclaim the provisional number one spot.

Melanie Johnson raced to the second round of the Las Vegas 4-Wide Nationals at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, photo courtesy of Melanie Johnson

On Saturday, Johnson slowed in the third qualifying session to a 5.369 at 265.43 mph but posted a solid 5.285 at 271.95 mph in the final qualifying session to secure the No. 3 qualifying position heading into eliminations.

On race day, Johnson rose to the occasion in her first-ever 4-Wide elimination round, taking the win in her opening quad with a starting line advantage and laying down the team’s best pass of the weekend, a 5.259 at 273.72 mph. Her time was the quickest and fastest of the group, advancing her alongside runner-up Jackie Fricke (5.263 at 271.57 mph) to the next round. 
The momentum, however, came to a halt in round two when Johnson encountered immediate tire smoke at the hit. Despite an attempt to pedal, the car failed to recover, and she was forced to lift, clocking an 8.590 at 113.42 mph. Joey Severance (5.288 at 269.56 mph) and Mitch Myers (5.423 at 262.49 mph) advanced to the final quad.

Reflecting on the weekend, Johnson said, “I’m pleased with the progress we made this weekend. My current goal is to be more consistent at the starting line and while the 4-Wide format is a tricky place to work on that, I’m proud of the focus I maintained there. It was a unique challenge, but I enjoyed the different format – it kept me on my toes. The guys have been doing a great job with the car which has also built my confidence in the seat.”

Melanie Johnson continues to improve after a strong outing at the Las Vegas 4-Wide Nationals, photo courtesy of Melanie Johnson

McPhillips Racing’s track record at this event remained strong, having won it in 2023 with Tony Stewart behind the wheel. While a repeat win wasn’t in the cards this year, tuner and team co-owner Rich McPhillips Jr. remained confident in the team’s trajectory.

“We left Pomona knowing we needed to be more aggressive on the tune up and got right after it in Vegas setting low E.T. and top speed of the first two qualifying sessions here,” McPhillips Jr. noted. “We feel like the car and driver are coming together as we head into our first regional in Indy. Mel is getting more comfortable with every run and it shows. We have to start going rounds and gather up points to stay in the mix.”

With both Johnson and McPhillips Racing aiming squarely at championship contention, the focus shifts to the next event – the first North Central Regional of the 2025 season during Cleetus & Cars at Indianapolis Raceway Park, May 2–3.

Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA Hypercars aim to capitalize on learnings from test at circuit

DETROIT (April 14, 2025) – Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA will look to harness data gleaned from a recent two-day test and inherent experience to score its initial podium of the young FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season this weekend in the 6 Hours of Imola. The race on the 4.909-kilometer (3.050-mile), 21-turn Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari will mark the WEC’s return to Europe for the first time since last June’s 24 Hours of Le Mans and the series’ second trip to the circuit established in 1953 as a Ferrari test facility.

Cadillac Racing returns to the venue south of Bologna with its expanded lineup of the No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R driven by Alex Lynn, Norman Nato and Will Stevens and the No. 38 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R driven by Earl Bamber, Sebastien Bourdais and Jenson Button. Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA spent two productive days turning laps in mixed weather conditions last month at the Imola circuit with the goals of optimizing car setup and assessing details to best navigate the course that combines high-speed straights, tight chicanes and elevation changes. “During testing in Imola last month we experienced some dry and wet conditions which permitted us to keep discovering the car on a new track and different conditions,” Nato said. “Such an iconic track, old-school track with not much runoff, gravel traps, big curbs.”

Visiting Goodwood Members’ MeetingThe No. 38 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R thrilled the crowd with demonstration laps.Story | Photos | Video Imola media resources* French translation of preview story* Event notes, driver CVs, stats, more* Driver firesuit photos* About the Cadillac LMDh What the drivers seeFans can get a different race perspective via the cameras onboard the Nos. 12 and 38 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.Rs. Watch

Added Bamber, who this past weekend drove the No. 31 Whelen Cadillac V-Series.R to fourth place in the 100-minute IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship street race in Long Beach, California: “We were able to do this test and understand and answer some questions from 2024 there. The guys at Action Express have also given us some ideas and directions, so all of that has really helped to accumulate to a good base that I think we’ve got going towards Imola.”

Cadillac Racing’s lone Hypercar entry in 2024 advanced two positions from its starting spot to finish 10th in the 19-car field. The twin Hertz Team JOTA entries placed 11th and 14th with another manufacturer in the rain-impacted race. JOTA Sport is in its first season as FIA WEC works team with Cadillac Racing. Both Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.Rs qualified in the top five for the season-opening 10-hour race in Qatar on February 28 after showing strong pace in the two-day Prologue. The No. 38 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R led six laps early in the race before falling back because of an on-track incident. The No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R recovered from the same incident to finish eighth.

What they’re saying No. 12 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.RAlex Lynn: “During the test, I got some dry running in, got some wet running in, which is helpful for both the driver and team. The test was positive; we learned a lot. I think it’s a circuit that we can definitely improve on from last year, and I’m quite confident we have improved a lot overall since then. This is now the run-in to Le Mans with all the European races, which is always an exciting time in the World Endurance Championship. I’m really excited for Imola and just to get back racing.” Norman Nato: “During testing in Imola last month we experienced some dry and wet conditions which permitted us to keep discovering the car on a new track and different conditions. Such an iconic track, old-school track with not much runoff, gravel traps, big curbs. Traffic management is always tricky there. Many fans around throughout the weekend, and I’m looking forward to race in Imola for the first time with the Cadillac V-Series.R. Still early process in the development of the new association Cadillac-JOTA. We are making good progress every time we hit the track. We are all working hard as a team. We keep pushing to reach our target and get ready for Le Mans in June.” Will Stevens: “We’re starting off the year with two completely different circuits and conditions. Imola is much more bumpy and you got to use curbs, so it has very different characteristics. Doing a test there was very important for us. We got some dry and some wet running, so we experienced all different conditions. From there, we’ve had a few weeks to take all the information in, make sure we make good decisions to come back as best prepared we can for the race weekend.”No. 38 Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA V-Series.R Earl Bamber: “We had a good test at Imola. It was pretty constructive though one of the days was impacted by weather, but that was the same for everyone. We were able to do this test and understand and answer some questions from 2024 there. The guys at Action Express have also given us some ideas and directions, so all of that has really helped to accumulate to a good base that I think we’ve got going towards Imola.” Sebastien Bourdais: “Overall, a very different challenge. There were some nice gains during the test. The car was a lot more compliant, predictable and had much better pace, so it’s all encouraging. I’m looking forward to getting behind the wheel and see what we can do on the heels of a pretty strong first weekend that didn’t end up how we wanted. We’ll keep digging and see what we can get.” Jenson Button: “Test days are always beneficial, especially because we’re limited in the WEC. We were blessed with wet and dry weather, which will be beneficial as the weather in San Marino can be mixed in April. We were able to learn a lot with the Cadillac V-Series.R and I continue to learn about the car and get comfortable. We showed good pace in Qatar, and I think we’ll continue to show improvement at Imola and challenge for the podium.”

RACE RECAP – Las Vegas 1Race 4 of 20

Photography: John Force Racing / Auto Imagery / Gary Nastase

PROCK GETS FIRST WIN OF THE SEASON IN CORNWELL CHEVYReigning Series Champ Becomes First with Four-Wide Victories in Both Fuel Classes

LAS VEGAS, Nevada (April 13, 2025) – Austin Prock put early season struggles behind him Sunday, re-establishing his Cornwell Tools Chevrolet SS as a dominant Funny Car and becoming the first driver in history to win four-wide events in the NHRA’s two signature categories. The No. 2 qualifier in the west coast version of an event that originated at ZMax Dragway in Charlotte, N.C., 15 years ago, Prock posted the quickest time during eliminations at 3.964 seconds but slowed to 4.009 seconds in the final quad, reaching the stripe just ahead of No. 1 qualifier Paul Lee. Although the reigning series champ characterized the win as “ugly,” he wasn’t about to give it back.    “This ‘Prock Rocket’ ain’t perfect yet,” he acknowledged. “But it’s heading in the right direction and that’s what we need to be proud about right now. That was an ugly win but, like I said earlier this morning, if the win light keeps coming on, I don’t give a crap.” In outracing Lee, Dave Richards and Matt Hagan to the finish in the final quad, he earned a bookend for the four-wide win he secured at Charlotte in 2023 while driving a John Force Racing Top Fuel dragster. “I’m so proud of this JFR team,” said the man who last year broke the boss’s single season qualifying record when he started from the front 15 times in 20 events. “I just love having John Force out at the racetrack. It just gasses you up every time. He told me he was proud of me this week and that means a lot. “I’m really proud to drive this Cornwell Tools Chevy SS with Hendrickcars.com, PEAK, Powers Affordable Housing and Graham Rahal Performance,” said the 2019 NHRA Rookie of the Year. “Having them all on board is just so cool.” It was the 29-year-old Funny Car phenom’s first winners’ celebration of the new season and it propelled him into the No. 3 position in Mission Foods’ points behind Lee and JFR teammate Jack Beckman, who suffered his first opening round loss since taking the reins of the PEAK Antifreeze and Coolant Chevy, which this week was flying the colors of Graham Rahal Performance, from an injured Force. Two-time Top Fuel World Champion Brittany Force also failed to advance after qualifying her GRP dragster second in the field and posting top speed of the event at 333.16 miles per hour, well off her track record speed of 338.17 mph. “Rough weekend for both Graham Rahal Performance cars,” Beckman said. “The silver lining is we got to go up and cheer our teammate Austin Prock on in the final round and we found our problem. We’re on it and it’ll be fixed by the time we roll into Charlotte. I expect us to be right back into championship form then.” Brittany, too, remained upbeat despite the disappointing result on a track on which she had won five times previously, more than on any other in the series. “We had two great sessions during Saturday qualifying, jumping us up to No. 2 (in the starting order) and we won a round in the Mission 2Fast2Tasty Challenge,” she said. “However, our car smoked the tires in the first round. I pedaled it and it hooked back up and it went down there but, unfortunately, we didn’t get a win light. “We’ll pack up and head to the next four-wide race in Charlotte and see if we can win there,” said the 17-time tour winner. “I’m excited to get to ZMax. We’ll be running our HendrickCars.com colors all weekend long, and even though we had an early exit in Las Vegas, I feel this team and this car are in a really good position and a win is right around the corner.” The victory was Prock’s ninth in 24 starts since sliding into the cockpit of the car previously driven by three-time JFR World Champion Robert Hight. It was his second straight celebration at LVMS where he beat Lee in the final round of last October’s NHRA Nevada Nationals.

LAS VEGAS (April 13, 2025) — Rookie Funny Car driver Spencer Hyde drove the Head Inc. Funny Car into the second round at the Las Vegas Four-Wide Nationals today at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. After two days of qualifying including a Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge win, Hyde entered race day as the No. 3 qualifier. Throughout qualifying the Head Inc. Funny Car which is also backed by Hyde Construction, Red Line Oil and Dordan Mechanical was the class of the field picking up qualifying bonus points in three of the four sessions posting the quickest runs in the first and third qualifying sessions. Hyde faced Dave Richards, Buddy Hull and Hunter Green in the first round.

Hyde was first off the line and held on for the win in the opening round advancing to the second quad with Richards after outrunning Hull and Green. Hyde’s winning time of 3.994 seconds at 320.43 mph was the quickest of the first round in Funny Car. It was a continuation of Hyde and the Head Inc. Funny Car performance dominance. For the rookie driver getting his first round win in the four-wide format was a nice accomplishment.

Spencer Hyde launches at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, photo credit Auto Imagery/Gary Nastase

“We made some killer runs this weekend,” said Hyde. “We were low three of the four qualifying sessions and then the first round. It’s a positive weekend for sure. We had to change the tire there for that second round and it bit us. That is a part of racing. It is really cool to go rounds in this Head Inc Funny Car for all our sponsors like Dordan Mechanical, Brysonwood Homes, Engineered, Racing Services, RR Sand & Gravel, Permanent Paving, ARB LABS, OpenPath, and RACERSCLUB.”

In the second quad looking to race to the final four Hyde was matched up with Richards, Cruz Pedregon and eventual race winner Austin Prock. All four Funny Cars leapt off the starting line and Hyde’s 12,000-horsepowered Funny Car made a sharp move to the left and Hyde attempted to pedal his race car. He kept it off the guardwall but the chance to be one of the first two Funny Cars to the finish line disappeared as Richards and Prock hit the finish line first.

Spencer Hyde raced to the second round at the Las Vegas Four-Wide Nationals,
photo credit Auto Imagery/Gary Nastase

“I haven’t really pedaled this car,” said Hyde. “The way I pedal my Pro Mod, as soon as I feel it smoke the tire, I just pedal it and it usually will catch and go again. I learned today, this thing does not do that. So that was a learning experience. I am glad I am getting more experience and very happy we are moving this team in the right direction.”

For the rookie Hyde is picking up driving experience with every run. After four races Hyde and the Head Inc. Funny Car team are building momentum four races into the 2025 Mission Foods Drag Racing Series. The second four-wide national event is two weeks away in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Spencer Hyde (left) is quickly becoming a fan favorite, photo credit Auto Imagery/Gary Nastase

“I’m getting more comfortable every run,” said Hyde. “I’m quite comfortable in there now. The more laps we can make, the better I feel and this weekend was a huge confidence builder. I think going into Charlotte, I am not worried about the four wide format. If we can make the car do what it did this weekend for five of the six runs, I think we’ll have a shot.”

Qualifying Results
Q1: 3.965 sec, 320.20 mph; Qual. 1
Q2: 4.106 sec, 256.36 mph; Qual. 2
Q3: 3.985 sec, 314.61 mph; Qual. 2
Q4: 3.968 sec, 318.54 mph; Qual. 3
Bonus Points: +8 (Quickest of Q1 and Q3 and second quickest of Q4) 

Race Results
First Round
Spencer Hyde, Stratford, Ontario, Head Inc. Funny Car, (.089), 3.994, 320.43 mph and Dave Richards, Wellington, Fla., Bluebird Turf Funny Car, (.128), 4.163, 292.96 mph def. Buddy Hull, Dallas, Tex., KGC Construction Funny Car, (.097) 5.157, 155.19 mph and Hunter Green, Midland, Tex., Bondcoat Funny Car, (.116), 6.732, 94.59 mph 

Second Round
Austin Prock, Brownsburg, Ind., Cornwell Tools Funny Car, (.062), 3.964, 322.88 mph and Dave Richards, Wellington, Fla., Bluebird Turf Funny Car, (.097), 4.354, 214.35 mph def. and Cruz Pedregon, Brownsburg, Ind., Snap-On Tools Funny Car (.103), 4.446, 202.52 mph and Spencer Hyde, Stratford, Ontario, Head Inc. Funny Car, (.109), 10.331, 71.54 mph 

Mission Foods Drag Racing Series – Funny Car Points
1. Jack Beckman    307
2. Paul Lee        293
3. Austin Prock    292
4. Matt Hagan        289
5. Chad Green        225
6. Dan Wilkerson    213
7. Ron Capps        196
8. Cruz Pedregon    191
9. Bob Tasca III        185
10. J.R. Todd        178
11. Bobby Bode    149
12. Alexis DeJoria    144
13. Dave Richards    142
14. Blake Alexander    133
15. Spencer Hyde    125