August 18, 2012. It was a special feeling for Martin Roy driver of the #90 Batteries Expert/Veloce/Gamache Truck Centre Dodge and teammate Isabelle Tremblay pilot of the #07 Frank Lyman Design Dodge as they began weekend competition for round nine of the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series. With the event taking place on the famed Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, plenty of supporters were on hand to cheer on both competitors.
Both Martin and Isabelle battled through some mechanical issues during practice though both were confident prior to the qualifying session for the race. “There were some brake and suspension adjustments we had to make for the #90 car” said Martin Roy. “It was better in qualifying and we managed a 10th starting spot” he added.
“The team also made the decision to change transmission for my #07 car” explained Tremblay.
Unfortunately when Tremblay took to the track for qualifying in her #07 Frank Lyman Design Dodge fluid was leaking from the transmission. She quickly returned to pit lane for repairs, however NASCAR officials would not allow her to return to the track and she was unable to post a qualifying time. Tremblay was not granted a provisional starting position and thus forced to miss the race.
“I was incredibly disappointed in the decision when told by NASCAR” said Tremblay. “This team has been getting stronger all season and our fans have been so wonderful and amazing. This race was the highlight of the season for our fans and for Frank Lyman Designs. While I’m very upset about what took place the support and love we’ve felt from everyone here at the track and all of our appearances this week has been very heartwarming” she stated.
The 100km race began well for Martin Roy in the #90 as he hovered around the top ten. Things however would take a turn for the worse. “I was running my race, trying to be smart and have a good finish” he explained. “Then not once but twice during the race I wind up getting hit and turned around, it was very frustrating”.
Though bumped out of the battle a couple of times, Roy persevered. He would hustle his #90 as best he could and the result was a hard fought 12th place finish. “I worked as hard as I could” said Roy. “We managed to get back up close to the top ten. I definitely feel we had a better car than we were able to show today”.
The next race on the NASCAR Canadian Tire Series schedule is September 8th at Barrie Speedway, north of Barrie, ON.
Photo: 1. Martin Roy in the #90 Batteries Expert/Veloce/Gamache Truck Centre Dodge. 2. Isabelle Tremblay in the #07 Frank Lyman Design Dodge
Prepared by Todd Lewis & TL Sports & Entertainment, todd@tlsportsent.com (239) 961-2618
About Frank Lyman Design
Frank Lyman started in the fashion industry at the age of 18, as a salesperson. His venture started throughout the provinces of Quebec and Ontario. The moment he met his first customer, Frank Lyman knew he had a passion for fashion and especially design. Frank Lyman Design has been a success story in itself but more importantly has become a well-known international brand. Frank Lyman Design is proud to have over 2,500 customers worldwide.
About Batteries Expert
Batteries Expert™ offers the gamut of battery products for any kind or size vehicle from cars/trucks to ATV’s and to motorboats, and everything in between. We also have solutions for all size appliance needs, home renovation projects, technology devices (such as cell phone and computer batteries), and any other object that does not run on electricity, or requires an alternative power source in case of emergency. We are also a leader in solar and other alternative ‘clean & green’ forms of energy and are continually expanding our services and product lines. We are truly experts in our field and are committed to remaining on the cutting edge.
