Team: No. 16 American Diabetes Association Drive to Stop DiabetesSM presented by Lilly Diabetes
Ford Mustang
Crew Chief: Seth Barbour
Chassis: RK-859
Twitter: @driverRyanReed, @Reed16Team and @RoushFenway
ADVANCE NOTES
· Reed at Dover International Speedway
o Roush Fenway Racing (RFR) rookie Ryan Reed visits Dover International Speedway for the first time in the NASCAR Nationwide Series.
· The Car
o The No. 16 American Diabetes Association Drive to Stop DiabetesSM presented by Lilly Diabetes team brings Chassis RK-859 to the track for the second time this season. This chassis most recently raced at Texas Motor Speedway in April, starting 16th and finishing 20th.
· Patriotic Paint Scheme
o The No. 16 team will run the patriotic paint scheme that debuted last weekend in Charlotte. This same scheme will appear in five of the six races during the NASCAR Salutes program.
o Visit www.drivetostopdiabetes.org or click here to watch Reed unveil the new paint scheme.
· Recapping Charlotte
o Reed earned his fourth top-15 finish of the season last Saturday at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Team and driver were patient, adjusting on the car throughout the 300-mile race. The Ford Mustang was strongest at the end of the race, propelling the team to 14th at the checkered flag.
QUOTE WORTHY
Reed on racing at Dover International Speedway:
“Dover has always been a place I’ve wanted to race at. It’s one of the most difficult tracks in NASCAR and just looks like a blast to race at! I’m excited with the direction my Drive to Stop Diabetes team is heading and can’t wait to get to the track.”
About the American Diabetes Association
The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight to Stop Diabetes and its deadly consequences and fighting for those affected by diabetes. The Association funds research to prevent, cure and manage diabetes; delivers services to hundreds of communities; provides objective and credible information; and gives voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes. Founded in 1940, our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. For more information please call the American Diabetes Association at 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383) or visit www.diabetes.org. Information from both these sources is available in English and Spanish.
About Lilly Diabetes
Lilly has been a global leader in diabetes care since 1923, when we introduced the world’s first commercial insulin. Today we are building upon this heritage by working to meet the diverse needs of people with diabetes and those who care for them. Through research and collaboration, a broad and growing product portfolio and a continued determination to provide real solutions—from medicines to support programs and more—we strive to make life better for all those affected by diabetes around the world. For more information, visit www.lillydiabetes.com.
