HScott Motorsports NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Preview
Justin Allgaier
No. 51 BRANDT Professional Agriculture Chevrolet
Phoenix International Raceway
The Profit on CNBC 500 | March 2, 2014
Headed to the West Coast…Justin Allgaier will be making his second NASCAR Sprint Cup Series start at Phoenix International Raceway (PIR) in the No. 51 BRANDT Professional Agriculture Chevy. Allgaier made his first start at the 1.0-mile track in November of 2013, where he finished the race in the 31st position after sustaining damage in an accident. In the two NASCAR Nationwide Series (NNS) events at PIR last season, Allgaier had third and second place finishes, respectively.
Sunoco Rookie of the Year…After graduating to the NSCS this season, Allgaier is competing for Sunoco Rookie of the Year honors in the No. 51 BRANDT Chevy. In 2009, Allgaier took home the Rookie of the Year title in the NNS. After Daytona, Allgaier is currently third, just four points back from leader Austin Dillon, out of eight drivers competing for the award.
Daytona 500 Recap…Allgaier made his first career Daytona 500 start at Daytona International Speedway on Sunday, February 23. An afternoon race turned into a Sunday night primetime event under the lights after rain drenched the area. It was an eventful evening for the rookie driver who was involved in two accidents. The second accident, on lap 195 of 200, forced the No. 51 BRANDT Chevy to the garage, relegating Allgaier to a 27th-place finish.
Justin Allgaier on Phoenix International Raceway:
“I’m looking forward to getting back to Phoenix [International Raceway]. I made one of my four Sprint Cup starts there last season and it will be nice to go back to a track for the second time. I also had really good results there last year in the Nationwide car, so that gives me confidence going into the race. The guys at HScott Motorsports have been working really hard back at the shop to give me a really good car. It will really be up to me to qualify well and maintain good track position.”
Crew Chief Steve Addington on Phoenix International Raceway:
“I’m ready to get to Phoenix [International Raceway]. It will be nice to get to a regular style track versus a superspeedway. We will take advantage of all of the practice time and this will be Justin’s second time there in Cup car, so that will be helpful as far as feedback. One big difference this weekend is the new qualifying format. Qualifying at Phoenix is very important because of track position, but the more time you are on the track with a bunch of cars, the more you are running the risk of an accident. Justin just needs to be nice and smooth this weekend and stay out of trouble, and I think he’ll have a good a result.”
About Competition Director and Crew Chief Steve Addington:
Spartanburg, S.C. native Steve Addington joined HScott Motorsports in January 2014 as competition director and crew chief for the No. 51 BRANDT Chevrolet SS. Steve comes to the team from Stewart-Haas Racing, where he spent the past two seasons as crew chief on the No. 14 team and earned four wins with Tony Stewart. Addington also served as a Sprint Cup Series crew chief at Team Penske and Joe Gibbs Racing, racking up a total of 20 wins in the series. Addington began his career working on dirt cars and is a former Nationwide Series crew chief. Addington resides in China Grove, N.C. with his wife Katie and has three children.
No. 51 BRANDT Team Members:
Driver: Justin Allgaier
Crew Chief: Steve Addington
Car Chief: Pierre Keuttel
Engineer: Garett Peterson
Engineer: Jonathan Bowen
Shock Specialist: Clay Alexander
Tire Specialist: Kyle Louchart
Interior Specialist:Jamie Edwards
Mechanic: Ronnie Griffin
Mechanic: Mark O’Donnell
Engine Tuner: Howard Shipwash
About BRANDT: A leading agricultural company, BRANDT consists of three divisions-Specialty Formulations, Retail Agronomy and Dealer Support-serving growers around the globe. Founded in 1953 by Glen Brandt and his sister Evelyn Brandt Thomas to help Illinois farmers adopt new and profitable technologies, the company has experienced aggressive growth under the leadership of President and CEO Rick Brandt. Innovation, technology and strong customer service are a few of the core beliefs that drive BRANDT today. BRANDT’s focus is providing the products and services that give growers the best opportunity for maximum return while building a stronger, healthier and more abundant food supply. For more information, visit BRANDT on the web at: www.brandt.co
About HScott Motorsports: HScott Motorsports, which began as Phoenix Racing in 1989, is owned and operated by Harry Scott Jr. and competes in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. Scott purchased the team from long-time owner James Finch in September 2013. His vision is to develop talented young drivers, and partner with dedicated sponsors to build a championship contending team. HScott Motorsports is aligned with NASCAR Sprint Cup Series powerhouse team Hendrick Motorsports. HScott receives chassis, engines and technical support from Hendrick Motorsports. 2014 marks Scott’s first full year of Sprint Cup team ownership. Scott also owns part of Turner Scott Motorsports, a championship team based in Mooresville, N.C. which competes full time in the NASCAR Nationwide Series, Camping World Truck Series and K&N Pro Series East.
