58th Annual Coke Zero 400 Powered by Coca Cola at Daytona International Raceway
News and Notes:
Heading into this weekend’s event at the Daytona International Speedway, the No.32 OneOrlando Fund team will head to “The Sunshine State” with 2000 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (NSCS) Champion Bobby Labonte for the 58th annual Coke Zero 400 in Daytona Beach, FL.
Saturday evening’s Coke Zero 400 will mark Labonte’s 48th career start at “The World Center of Racing” where he has earned 6 top-five finishes, 10 top-ten finishes and 70 laps led at the 2.5-mile superspeedway. In the season opening Daytona 500, Labonte finished 31st after starting 33rd.
For this weekend’s events in Daytona, Go Fas Racing alongside their sponsors and local organizations will help to garner support for the OneOrlando Fund. The No.32 Ford Fusion driven by Bobby Labonte will be displaying the website’s links and more information to urge all NASCAR fans and sponsors to donate directly to the cause in the name of our great sport. The OneOrlando fund was created by Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer to help aid the victims of the June 12th terrorist attack at the Pulse Nightclub.
For GFR owner Archie St.Hilaire who is a native of Maine understands firsthand the tragic impact of these types of events after witnessing the terrorist attack that took place during the Boston Marathon on April 15th, 2013. St. Hilaire is trusting that the efforts of his team will show that all NASCAR fans stand behind Orlando.
Bobby Labonte on Daytona:
“I’m excited and looking forward to getting back behind the wheel of the No.32 Ford Fusion at Daytona this weekend. We will have a different car then we ran here with back in February, and we showed lots of speed in Talladega back in May which showed during Qualifying. Last year we didn’t quite have the results we were hoping for after getting caught up in a wreck on lap 2. We saw Daytona turn into a handling track back in February, and with being there in the summer, handling will be even more of an issue which will make things exciting.”
Chassis Info:
Crew Chief Wally Rogers will be bringing chassis GFR-689 to serve as the primary car. This chassis is brand new to GFR. Chassis GFR-830 will serve as the backup car.
Bobby Labonte Career NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Stats:
Starts: 727
Wins: 21
Top-Five: 115
Top-Ten: 203
Poles: 26
Laps Led: 4,060
Average Start: 19.5
Average Finish: 19.6
Bobby Labonte Career NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Stats at Daytona:
Starts: 47
Wins: 0
Top-Five: 6
Top-Ten: 10
Poles: 2
Laps Led: 71
Average Start: 22.0
Average Finish: 22.0
No.32 Go Fas Racing Team Roster:
Owner: Archie St.Hilaire
Driver:
Bobby Labonte
Crew Chief: Wally Rogers
Car Chief: Clinton Cram
Engine Tuner: Willy Pelotte
Front End Mechanic:
Adam Wilcox
Rear End Mechanic: Scott Kazurk
Tire Specialist: Tony Ramirez
Front Changer: Andrew Gardner
Front Carrier: Byrce Hildebrand
Jackman:
Mike Russell
Rear Changer: Thomas Parker
Rear Carrier: Telvin McClurkin
Gasman: Nate Spoor
Pit Crew Coach: Rodney Fetters
Spotter: Curtis Aldridge
Truck Driver: Ron Utter
Team Manager: Mason St.Hilaire
Public Relations: Timothy Barile
About OneOrlando Fund: Following the horrific tragedy at Pulse, there was a tremendous outpouring from the community seeking to provide financial support. In response, we announced the formation of the OneOrlando Fund. In the days since this tragedy, we heard from the community and our donors that there is a need for victims to receive direct funding support. To ensure that funds are dispersed in a timely, accountable and transparent manner, we have formed a OneOrlando Board that will provide the oversight and guidance needed to support the victims of the Pulse tragedy and their families. If you would like to contribute a donation, please visit www.oneorlando.org/donate.aspx.
About Go Fas Racing: Go Fas Racing (GFR) currently fields Ford Fusion’s in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series for two-time champion Bobby Labonte, and Rookie of the Year candidate Jeffrey Earnhardt. Located in Race City USA; Mooresville, North Carolina. GFR has competed in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series full time since 2014; fielding cars for some of NASCAR’s top drivers, including past champions. To find out more information about GFR please visit www.GoFasRacing.com.
