Jegs Racing

Powering to provisional pole, Jeg Coughlin Jr. making the most noise in Thunder Valley

Powering to provisional pole, Jeg Coughlin Jr.
making the most noise in Thunder Valley
BRISTOL, Tenn. (June 16) — Five-time Pro Stock world champion Jeg Coughlin Jr. has the inside track on his third No. 1 qualifier of the year after powering to the provisional pole Friday night at the 17th annual NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals. Coughlin blazed down Bristol Dragway in 6.694 seconds at 204.85 mph in Round 2 to pace the field.

“We’re off to a great start here on the mountain,” Coughlin said. “Our Elite team has been working so hard on both engine and track performance. They’ve been trying hard to match the horsepower, chassis and clutch and we’ve been kind of R&D’ing a new set up in both my car and Erica (Enders, teammate) the past few weekends. Continue reading Powering to provisional pole, Jeg Coughlin Jr. making the most noise in Thunder Valley →

John Force Racing

Robert Hight’s ‘fun run’ leads strong JFR contingent on Bristol’s first qualifying day

Robert Hight’s ‘fun run’ leads strong JFR
contingent on Bristol’s first qualifying day

BRISTOL, Tenn. (June 16) – Robert Hight led a strong trio of John Force Racing Funny Cars in Friday’s two qualifying sessions for the Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway, the 11th of 24 races on the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series circuit.

Hight took the Auto Club of Southern California Chevrolet Camaro SS to a run of 3.918 seconds at 324.28 mph for the No. 2 qualifying spot, second only to Tim Wilkerson’s top run of 3.895 seconds at 328.22 mph. Like most of his Funny Car competitors, Hight’s pass came in the second session, negating a first-round pass which saw him overpower the track before the midpoint of the drag strip. Continue reading Robert Hight’s ‘fun run’ leads strong JFR contingent on Bristol’s first qualifying day →

Wood Brothers

Blaney, Omnicraft Ford To Start Sixth At Michigan

Blaney, Omnicraft Ford To Start Sixth At Michigan
June 16, 2017

It took a second attempt in Round Two of qualifying at Michigan International Speedway, but Ryan Blaney was able to advance to the final round and put the No. 21 Omnicraft Ford Fusion in sixth place for the start of Sunday’s FireKeepers Casino 400.

Blaney, fresh off a victory at Pocono Raceway, was ninth fastest in the opening practice at Michigan with a best lap of 199.545 miles per hour.

He was ninth fastest in the opening round of qualifying, which allowed him to advance to the second of three qualifying rounds. Continue reading Blaney, Omnicraft Ford To Start Sixth At Michigan →

Jegs Racing

Led by Top Fuel rookie Troy Coughlin Jr., NHRA teams call for widespread aluminum can collection at Norwalk race to benefit Akron Children’s Burn Camp

Led by Top Fuel rookie Troy Coughlin Jr., NHRA teams call for widespread aluminum can collection at Norwalk race to benefit Akron Children’s Burn Camp
NORWALK, Ohio (June 16) — The brainchild of Top Fuel rookie Troy Coughlin Jr., NHRA team owners and drivers are encouraging everyone attending next weekend’s national event in Norwalk, Ohio, to place used aluminum cans in properly marked containers around the racetrack to the benefit of Akron Children’s Burn Camp. Continue reading Led by Top Fuel rookie Troy Coughlin Jr., NHRA teams call for widespread aluminum can collection at Norwalk race to benefit Akron Children’s Burn Camp →

Chevrolet Racing

Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Michigan–Kyle Larson Post Qualifying

MONSTER ENERGY NASCAR CUP SERIES
FIREKEEPERS CASINO 400
MICHIGAN INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY
TEAM CHEVY POST QUALIFYING PRESS CONF. TRANSCRIPT
JUNE 16, 2017

KYLE LARSON PILOTS CHEVROLET TO THE TOP SPOT AT MICHIGAN
Three Chevrolet SS Driver’s to Start in Top 10

Brooklyn, Mich. (June 16, 2017) – Following up his first career Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series (MENCS) victory at Michigan International Speedway (MIS) last fall, Kyle Larson, piloted the No. 42 Cars 3 Target Chevrolet SS to the pole for Sunday’s FireKeepers Casino at the 2-mile super-fast MIS. Continue reading Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Michigan–Kyle Larson Post Qualifying →

Chevrolet Racing

Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Michigan–Qualifying Notes

MONSTER ENERGY NASCAR CUP SERIES
FIREKEEPERS CASINO 400
MICHIGAN INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY
TEAM CHEVY QUALIFYING NOTES AND QUOTES
JUNE 16, 2017

KYLE LARSON, NO. 42 CARS 3 TARGET CHEVROLET SS – Pole Winner
“We made some good adjustments there for that final round. I was pretty good in the first round and a little bit tight in the second round. They went a step further on freeing it up for the final round and the Cars 3 Chevy drove good. I could tell by the rpm and the engine it was going to be a pretty good lap so I was happy about that to get the pole after winning here last year. So, hopefully we can keep it going. So far, it’s been a really good weekend leading in practice and then getting the quick time here. So, yeah; it’s an exciting weekend and hopefully we can keep it going.” Continue reading Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Michigan–Qualifying Notes →

Chevrolet Racing

Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Michigan–Kyle Larson–Pole Winner

MONSTER ENERGY NASCAR CUP SERIES
FIREKEEPERS CASINO 400
MICHIGAN INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY
TEAM CHEVY QUALIFYING NOTES & QUOTES
JUNE 16, 2017

KYLE LARSON, NO. 42 CARS 3 TARGET CHEVROLET SS – Pole Winner
“We made some good adjustments there for that final round. I was pretty good in the first round and a little bit tight in the second round. They went a step further on freeing it up for the final round and the Cars 3 Chevy drove good. I could tell by the rpm and the engine it was going to be a pretty good lap so I was happy about that to get the pole after winning here last year. So, hopefully we can keep it going. So far it’s been a really good weekend leading in practice and then getting the quick time here. So, yeah; it’s an exciting weekend and hopefully we can keep it going.”

HOW IMPORTANT IS PIT SELECTION HERE AT MICHIGAN?
“Well, it’s definitely not as important as it is at like a Martinsville or other short tracks. But, pit selection is always important. So anytime you can get down there at the end of pit road in the number one stall, it helps. I’m excited about that. I’m not the best at qualifying in my career, but this year it’s been pretty good. We’ve been having better pit stalls and races from that.”

Wood Brothers

Blaney Sporting Omnicraft Colors At Michigan

Blaney Sporting Omnicraft Colors At Michigan

June 16, 2017

With their 99th victory secured by a dramatic finish of last Sunday’s Pocono 400, the Wood Brothers will kick off their quest for No. 100 in the FireKeepers Casino 400 at one of their favorite tracks, Michigan International Speedway.

It’s a place that has seen the Woods win 11 times in the past, including the inaugural Motor State 500 back on June 15, 1969. And it’s the home track for their long-time supporter Ford Motor Company.

This weekend, the familiar Motorcraft/Quick Lane colors will give way to the orange logos of Omnicraft, Ford Motor Company’s new brand of quality replacement parts for non-Ford and non-Lincoln vehicles. The Omnicraft brand, which made its debut in January, is Ford’s first new parts brand in 50 years and will give its dealers and the Quick Lane Tire and Auto Centers access to quality parts for any vehicle brought in for service. Continue reading Blaney Sporting Omnicraft Colors At Michigan →

Chevrolet Racing

Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Michigan–Jimmie Johnson

MONSTER ENERGY NASCAR CUP SERIES
FIREKEEPERS CASINO 400
MICHIGAN INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY
TEAM CHEVY DRIVER PRESS CONF. TRANSCRIPT
JUNE 16, 2017

JIMMIE JOHNSON, NO. 48 LOWE’S CHEVROLET SS, met with members of the media at Michigan International Speedway and discussed his contract extension, the current youth movement, his next racing goals and many other topics. Full Transcript:

WOULD YOU PLEASE WALK US THROUGH YOUR DECISION TO GIVE THIS ANOTHER GO AROUND?
“Oh yeah, I’ve said it many times, I’m very content with where I’m at in the race car and just truly enjoy competing and love being on the track. So, to have a three-year extension makes me smile and makes me excited about the future and just can’t wait to get in the car today and get out there and get to work.” Continue reading Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Michigan–Jimmie Johnson →

Chevrolet Racing

Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Michigan–Kyle Larson

MONSTER ENERGY NASCAR CUP SERIES
FIREKEEPERS CASINO 400
MICHIGAN INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY
TEAM CHEVY DRIVER PRESS CONF. TRANSCRIPT
JUNE 16, 2017

KYLE LARSON, NO. 42 CARS 3 TARGET CHEVROLET SS, met with members of the media at Michigan International Speedway and discussed the first anniversary of his first career Cup Series win, preparing for Sonoma, honoring his friend Bryan Clauson this week, and many other topics. Full Transcript: Continue reading Chevy Racing–NASCAR–Michigan–Kyle Larson →

Chevrolet Racing

CORVETTE RACING AT LE MANS: Satisfied with Qualifying, Focus Turns to Race

CORVETTE RACING AT LE MANS: Satisfied with Qualifying, Focus Turns to Race
Garcia puts No. 63 Corvette on third row, Milner on fifth row in No. 64 C7.R in final qualifying

LE MANS, France (June 15, 2017) – Corvette Racing declared itself ready for its 18th attempt at the 24 Hours following Thursday’s final two qualifying sessions with both Chevrolet Corvette C7.Rs within 1.2 seconds of the fastest time in the GTE Pro category.

Antonio Garcia put the No. 63 Mobil 1/SiriusXM Chevrolet Corvette C7.R on the second row in the class, and Tommy Milner’s best lap in the No. 64 Mobil 1/SiriusXM Corvette assured that both cars will be in the thick of the fight in this weekend’s twice-around-the-clock endurance classic. Continue reading CORVETTE RACING AT LE MANS: Satisfied with Qualifying, Focus Turns to Race →

F4

LEGUIZAMON RECEIVES JRI SHOCKS HARD CHARGER AWARD AT IMS

LEGUIZAMON RECEIVES JRI SHOCKS HARD CHARGER AWARD AT IMS

INDIANAPOLIS (June 15, 2017) – In a tough battle that lasted through the last laps of the final Formula 4 United States Championship Powered by Honda round at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Baltazar Leguizamon of Buenos Aires, Argentina, emerged victorious as the JRi Shocks Hard Charger.

Leguizamon finished the three-race weekend with a combined 27 forward positions changes, earning him the $500 cash award from JRi Shocks. Continue reading LEGUIZAMON RECEIVES JRI SHOCKS HARD CHARGER AWARD AT IMS →

Kasey Kahne Racing

Kasey Kahne Racing – Results Recap 6.15.17

Kasey Kahne Racing – Results Recap

Sweet Wins Friday in Knoxville, Pittman nearly wins at Eagle
Brad Sweet won his fourth race of the year Friday night in Knoxville, Iowa.
Brad moves into second in season point standings.
Daryn Pittman nearly won Tuesday at Eagle Raceway, finishing a close second to NASCAR driver Kyle Larson.
NAPA AUTO PARTS hosted guests with hospitality and a meet and greet from Brad Tuesday at Eagle Raceway. Customers of NAPA including Midas, Tires Plus and Firestone were all on hand for a fun night at the trace track.

Chevrolet Racing

Chevy Racing–NHRA–Bristol Preview

CHEVROLET AT BRISTOL

What:
NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals
When:
Friday, June 16-Sunday, June 18
Where:
Bristol Dragway at Bristol, Tennessee
TV:
FS1: Eliminations and finals – 6:30 p.m. ET Sunday
FS1: Qualifications – 11 p.m. ET Saturday

Chevrolet Drivers Take Aim at Winner’s Circle as Father’s Day Present
Team Chevy Carries Momentum in the 17th NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Continue reading Chevy Racing–NHRA–Bristol Preview →

Chevrolet Racing

CORVETTE RACING AT LE MANS: Garcia Paces Corvette Effort in First Day of Qualifying No. 63 Corvette C7.R ninth, Milner 10th in No. 64 Corvette in GTE Pro order

CORVETTE RACING AT LE MANS: Garcia Paces Corvette Effort in First Day of Qualifying
No. 63 Corvette C7.R ninth, Milner 10th in No. 64 Corvette in GTE Pro order

LE MANS, France (June 14, 2017) – Corvette Racing returned to the track at the Circuit de la Sarthe on Wednesday as it laid the groundwork for what it hopes is a ninth class victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The Chevrolet Corvette C7.Rs both were inside the top-10 of the GTE Pro class following the first round of qualifying. Continue reading CORVETTE RACING AT LE MANS: Garcia Paces Corvette Effort in First Day of Qualifying No. 63 Corvette C7.R ninth, Milner 10th in No. 64 Corvette in GTE Pro order →

John Force Racing

Robert Hight seeking first victory of season at Bristol with Auto Club Chevrolet Funny Car

Robert Hight seeking first victory of season at Bristol
with Auto Club Chevrolet Funny Car

BRISTOL, Tenn. (June 14) – Robert Hight has competed in the semifinals of four of the last six NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series events, won eight first-round matchups and set the fastest speed in six of 10 race weekends this season.

In fact, he set the fastest speed in last weekend’s NHRA Summernationals in Englishtown, N.J., en route to the semifinals. Continue reading Robert Hight seeking first victory of season at Bristol with Auto Club Chevrolet Funny Car →

Erica Enders

Erica Enders eager to go racing at her all-time favorite track — Bristol Dragway

Erica Enders eager to go racing at her
all-time favorite track — Bristol Dragway
BRISTOL, Tenn. (June 14) – Like with most things in life, people have favorites. Some may have a favorite pizza joint, while others may have a favorite golf course they like to play. Most times these favorite places are special to a person for a reason unique to them.

Bristol Dragway is one of those favorite places for two-time world champion NHRA Pro Stock driver Erica Enders. This weekend as the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series competes in the 17th annual NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals, Enders will be at her favorite race track with high hopes of even more success at the picturesque quarter-mile. Continue reading Erica Enders eager to go racing at her all-time favorite track — Bristol Dragway →

Allen Johnson Racing

Allen Johnson’s Marathon Petroleum Dodge Dart Strengthening Performance Heading into Home Race

Allen Johnson’s Marathon Petroleum Dodge Dart Strengthening Performance Heading into Home Race

GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (June 14, 2017) – There are only eight racetracks on the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing circuit that Marathon Petroleum/J&J Racing driver Allen Johnson has yet to win at and his home track of Bristol Dragway is one of them. With new found momentum, Johnson is ready to capitalize on their performance gains this weekend at the 17th annual NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals.

Johnson has been to the final round 59 times in his 20-year Pro Stock career and surprisingly, only one of those has been at Bristol Dragway back in 2012. He’s been the No. 1 qualifier at this event in 2010, 2011, and 2012 and it is more than possible for Johnson to outperform the competition this weekend and bring home the elusive Thunder Valley Nationals win once and for all. Continue reading Allen Johnson’s Marathon Petroleum Dodge Dart Strengthening Performance Heading into Home Race →

John Force Racing

Advance Auto Parts driver Courtney Force always has fun racing dad on Father’s Day

Advance Auto Parts driver Courtney Force
always has fun racing dad on Father’s Day

BRISTOL, Tenn. (June 14) – For Father’s Day, Advance Auto Parts driver Courtney Force jokes that one of the presents she hopes to give him is the day off.

The NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series races in the Thunder Valley Nationals this weekend at Bristol Dragway, with final eliminations slated for Father’s Day. And Courtney Force hopes her dad, 16-time Funny Car champion John Force, has an enjoyable day watching. Continue reading Advance Auto Parts driver Courtney Force always has fun racing dad on Father’s Day →

John Force Racing

‘Life’s good:’ PEAK driver John Force looks forward to racing with daughters on Father’s Day

‘Life’s good:’ PEAK driver John Force looks forward
to racing with daughters on Father’s Day

BRISTOL, Tenn. (June 14) – For many years of John Force’s long career, he wasn’t able to enjoy Father’s Day with his kids.

Now, thanks to the career paths chosen by two of his daughters, the 16-time Funny Car champion gets to spend plenty of time with them on that special day. This year is no different, as he’ll spend Sunday racing with them in the NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol Dragway. Continue reading ‘Life’s good:’ PEAK driver John Force looks forward to racing with daughters on Father’s Day →

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