Home Blog Page 1176

RFK Racing Enhances Trackside Experience with Cutting-Edge Pitbox Video Boards

By
Official Release
-

Dynamic Video Boards to Debut at Daytona Duels

CONCORD, N.C. (Feb. 6, 2024) – In connection with the launch of the RFK TeK Alliance, RFK Racing is set to elevate the race-day atmosphere with the introduction of state-of-the-art video boards on its pitboxes, debuting at the upcoming Daytona 500 weekend. This innovative addition aims to provide fans, teams, and partners with an immersive and dynamic viewing experience, showcasing dynamic graphics and engaging content.

The high-definition video boards, strategically integrated into RFK Racing’s pitboxes, will deliver various data, partner communications, and captivating visuals before each race event. Following the announcement of the RFK TeK Alliance initiative last week, this at-track project aligns with RFK’s increased commitment to technology and pushing boundaries and enhancing the overall fan and partner engagement within the dynamic world of NASCAR.

RFK’s award-winning marketing group first suggested the idea in 2023 and worked diligently with NASCAR officials in the offseason to make the technological advancement a reality.

“We are excited to unveil our latest enhancement to the race-day experience with the introduction of video boards on our pitboxes,” said Kevin D. Woods, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications. “This cutting-edge addition allows our team and partners to connect with fans on a whole new level. Our team worked closely with NASCAR to make this happen and the immersive content displayed on these boards will provide a unique perspective and insight into the intensity of NASCAR racing.”

The boards will debut in Daytona at the twin duels on Thursday evening (7 p.m. ET, FS1, MRN, SiriusXM) and be featured in Sunday’s famed Daytona 500 (2:30 p.m. ET, FOX, MRN, SiriusXM), promising fans an enhanced viewing experience and a closer connection to the action on the track. RFK Racing, who unveiled its new RFK TeK Alliance last week, remains dedicated to innovation and aims to find and integrate new technologies both on and off the track.

About RFK Racing
RFK Racing, entering its 37th season in 2024, features an ownership lineup pairing one of the sport’s most iconic names, Jack Roush, along with NASCAR Champion, Brad Keselowski, and Fenway Sports Group owner John Henry. Roush initially founded the team in 1988 and it has since become one of the most successful racing operations in the world, propelling him to be the first NASCAR owner to amass three hundred wins and capturing eight championships, including back-to-back NASCAR Cup titles in 2003 and 2004. Keselowski, a former owner in the NASCAR Truck Series, is the 2012 NASCAR Cup Series Champion. In 2007, Roush partnered with Henry, who also owns Major League Baseball’s Boston Red Sox, English Premier League’s Liverpool F.C., and the NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins, to form Roush Fenway Racing. Off the track, RFK is a leader and proven winner in NASCAR marketing solutions, having produced multiple award-winning social media, digital content and experiential marketing campaigns. Visit rfkracing.com, and follow the team on all social platforms @rfkracing.

Andretti Altawkilat Extreme E retains Catie Munnings and Timmy Hansen for Season 4

By
Official Release
-
MAY 13: Timmy Hansen (SWE), Andretti Altawkilat Extreme E, and Catie Munnings (GBR), Andretti Altawkilat Extreme E, 2nd position, with their trophies during the Scotland X-Prix on May 13, 2023. (Photo by Sam Bloxham / LAT Images)

6 February 2024, London: Andretti Altawkilat Extreme E will field an unchanged driver line-up for the fourth consecutive season, with Catie Munnings and Timmy Hansen leading their championship challenge once again in 2024.

A proven race-winning combination, the dynamic duo will be aiming to help the team climb the Extreme E leaderboard for Season 4. They remain the only partnership to have competed in every round together in the series.

Munnings and Hansen secured two podiums in 2023 en route to seventh in the overall standings, and will be hoping to soar up the table this term when the new season gets underway later this month in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for the Desert X Prix (17-18 February).

The Andretti name has been part of the championship since its inception in 2021, with Munnings and Hansen behind the wheel throughout.

The pair took the team’s debut victory in Season 1, winning the series’ first-ever Arctic X Prix in Greenland. Two additional podium finishes in 2021 saw Andretti finish fourth overall.

Munnings and Hansen took a solitary podium en route to seventh in the standings in 2022 at NEOM Island X Prix I in Sardinia, Italy, and took the same spot on the overall leaderboard last term.

The duo will aim to return to the top step in 2024 and hope to utilise their longstanding partnership at Andretti Altawkilat Extreme E to fight for wins once more.

Timmy Hansen, Andretti Altawkilat Extreme E, said: “Season 4 of Extreme E is coming up and I’m very excited to get into a new year of racing. It always feels great to start a new chapter and we’ve learned so much over the past few years. We’re aiming to build on all the experience we’ve got and to start the new year off on a high, and I couldn’t choose a better team or teammate to do it with.

“I feel super at home in this team. We all have very high ambitions and we’re prepared to fight for every chance we get.”

You can watch how Andretti Altawkilat Extreme E begin their 2024 campaign across ITV and STV in the UK, while outside of the UK please visit here for broadcaster details.

To learn more about Extreme E, visit – www.Extreme-E.com

About Extreme E:
Extreme E is a radical off-road racing series, founded by the same team behind Formula E, which showcases electric SUVs and futuristic technologies in some of the world’s most remote and challenging environments.

This five-event global voyage utilises its sporting platform for the purpose of promoting electrification, environment and equality. The series’ goal is to highlight the impact of climate change in some of the world’s most endangered environments, promote the adoption of electric vehicles to pave the way for a lower carbon future, and provide a world-first gender-equal motorsport platform.

The first sport to ever be built out of a social purpose, Extreme E aims to minimise environmental impact while maximising awareness, racing in places that have already been damaged or affected by climate change or human interference and taking fans deep into the heart of the most pressing issues facing our planet’s future.

Not only that, but Extreme E is also helping the car industry to develop future-facing technology using racing as a platform for road innovation, which accelerates change ten-fold.

In 2025, Extreme E will transition into Extreme H – the world’s first hydrogen off-road racing series – and will be recognised as an FIA Championship from 2025, as we continue to be a pioneer in motorsport.

Season 4 calendar:

Saudi Arabia
17-18 February 2024
Europe, TBD
13-14 July 2024
Sardinia, Italy
14-15 September 2024
Sardinia, Italy
21-22 September 2024
USA
23-24 November 2024

About PIF
The Public Investment Fund (PIF) is one of the largest and most impactful sovereign wealth funds in the world. Since 2015, when the Board was reconstituted and oversight transferred to the Council of Economic and Development Affairs, the Fund’s board of directors has been chaired by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Prime Minister, Chairman of the Council of Economic and Development Affairs, and Chairman of the Public Investment Fund.

PIF plays a leading role in advancing Saudi Arabia’s economic transformation and diversification, as well as contributing to shaping the future of the global economy. Since 2017, PIF has established over 90 companies. PIF is building a diversified portfolio by entering into attractive and long-term investment opportunities in 13 strategic sectors in Saudi Arabia and globally.

www.pif.gov.sa

About Continental Tires: Founding Partner and Official Tyre Partner
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation.

The tyres business area has 24 production and development locations worldwide. Continental is one of the leading tyre manufacturers with more than 56,000 employees and offers a broad product range for passenger cars, commercial and special-purpose vehicles as well as two-wheelers. Through continuous investment in research and development, Continental makes a major contribution to safe, cost effective and ecologically efficient mobility. The portfolio of the tyres business area includes services for the tyre trade and fleet applications, as well as digital management systems for tyres.

About LuisaViaRoma: Official Fashion Partner
Defined by the Financial Times as “a haven for directional fashion,”LUISAVIAROMA.COM is the top online luxury fashion destination with 5,000,000 visitors per month and worldwide shipping. With each new season, the website presents the collections of more than 600 established designers and young emerging talents.

About ENOWA: Official Green Hydrogen Partner
ENOWA is a world-class energy, water and hydrogen company founded in NEOM, Saudi Arabia. ENOWA produces and delivers clean and sustainable resources for industrial and commercial applications using a customer-centric smart and connected system, designed to be circular and takes advantage of NEOM’s optimal solar and wind energy profile. ENOWA benefits from NEOM’s greenfield site, which has no legacy infrastructure, to advance Energy, Water, and Hydrogen innovation.

ENOWA will act as a catalyst and incubator for developing new, sustainable energy and water businesses while creating a robust economic sector regionally. Through its commitment to renewable energy and efficient water management, ENOWA seeks to become a global reference for industry leaders and setting a benchmark for sustainable economic circular systems around the world.

For more information, please visit: enowa.neom.com

About Vodafone Business: Official Technology Communications Partner
With expertise in connectivity, global scale and the leading IoT platform, Vodafone Business is a leading technology communications company helping organisations succeed in a digital world and keeping society connected. Vodafone’s purpose is to connect for a better future, enabling an inclusive and sustainable digital society, and many of its solutions have sustainability and inclusivity embedded.

Unique in its scale as the largest pan-European and African technology communications company, Vodafone transforms the way we live and work through its innovation, technology, connectivity, platforms, products and services. Vodafone operates mobile and fixed networks in 21 countries, and partners with mobile networks in 52 more. As of 31 December 2021, they had over 300m mobile customers, more than 28m fixed broadband customers and over 22m TV customers.

This collaboration will see Vodafone Business leading innovations and capabilities such as 5G, MPN, IOT and MEC, integrated into Extreme E’s global operations and will include full involvement in the purpose- driven elements of the series, with special prominence on Extreme E’s Legacy Programmes and the Science Laboratory on board the St Helena. Through its IOT solutions, Vodafone Business is helping sustainability efforts, including agriculture, forestation and decarbonisation of energy grids.

Find out more on http://www.Vodafone.com/business and follow Vodafone on its social media channels:

Twitter: @VodafoneGroup
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/vodafone

About EY: Official Sustainability Partner
EY is a global leader in assurance, consulting, strategy, transactions and tax services, and already plays a significant role in working with Extreme E. Originally announcing its collaboration with the championship back in 2020, EY came on board to help Extreme E achieve its commitment to minimising its overall footprint whilst creating a positive legacy.

Whilst Extreme E strives ‘to race without a trace’, the framework provided by EY has helped the series to minimize its environmental impact across each of its remote race locations. Both prior and post-racing impact assessments have supported Extreme E to strategically plan their actions within these areas.

EY and Extreme E will work closely together to promote the five pillars of Extreme E (or “Five Es”) through the adoption of ‘XE Talks’. These informative presentations, facilitated by Extreme E’s Scientific Committee, will shed light on the Five Es, showcasing the joint commitment of EY and Extreme E.

About Kaizen Clean Energy: Official Clean Energy Technology Provider
Kaizen Clean Energy (KCE), a manufacturer of hydrogen generators, is developing integrated solutions for electric vehicle (EV) charging, hydrogen fuelling, and distributed power for the grid and critical assets.

KCE offers its mobile microgrid to customers through an Energy as a Service contract, which eliminates large capital expenses and provides customers with the flexibility to scale with energy needs over time.

Kaizen Clean Energy will support ENOWA – NEOM’s energy, water, and hydrogen subsidiary and Green Hydrogen Power Partner to Extreme E – in delivering a pioneering hydrogen microgrid solution to the championship.

Find out more on: www.kaizencleanenergy.com.

About ALLCOT: Official Environmental Contribution Partner
Guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement, ALLCOT works together with communities, organizations, and governments worldwide in climate actions, to accelerate the transition to Net Zero. ALLCOT develops Climate action through projects and solutions with triple impact: environmental, social, and economic; using four strategies:

Sustainability strategies: Innovative, comprehensive, and tailored solutions for businesses to reduce and compensate greenhouse gas emissions and measures the socio-economic co-benefits through the SDGs.

Project development and implementation: Implementation of carbon projects in developing countries, rooted in community engagement, environmental stewardship, and economic viability, driven by integrity, equity, and transparency.

Capacity building: Providing individuals and communities with practical skills and knowledge, possible to apply in their daily lives.

Advocacy: Creating systemic change to work closely with policymakers and stakeholders to promote sustainable policies and practices at the local, national, and international levels.

Find out more on: www.allcot.com

Navigating the Twists and Turns of Cryptocurrency in the Racing World

By
SM
-

Imagine you’re at the edge of your seat, watching a high-speed race as the cars roar past. The excitement is palpable and now, there’s a new player in town adding to the thrill—the rise of cryptocurrency in motorsports. This isn’t just about the adrenaline or the sound of the engines; it’s about how technology is reshaping the way fans engage with their favorite sport, especially through cryptocurrency betting.

The Rise of Crypto Betting Sites in the Racing Community

In the heat of the race, fans are not just spectators; they’re becoming active participants. With the growing popularity of digital currency, many are turning to betting as a way to get in on the action. Crypto betting sites offer a fresh twist to the traditional betting scene. However, if you’re new to this digital frontier as a fan or a bettor, consider that details missing in your knowledge could lead to unintended pitfalls. That’s why it’s vital to understand how these platforms work and the nuances of digital wagers before diving in.

With the advent of blockchain technology, racing fans now have newer and more innovative ways to place bets and manage their funds. Crypto betting sites offer unprecedented levels of efficiency, providing users with instant deposits and withdrawals, alongside reduced transaction costs. As these sites gain traction in the racing community, it is essential for the platforms to prioritize user experience and trust, establishing robust support systems to address details missing for those less acquainted with the nuances of cryptocurrency transactions.

The Integration of Digital Currency with Traditional Racing Bets

It’s one thing to place a bet with a few clicks, but it’s another to juxtapose the new-age crypto bets with the classic cash-in-hand betting at the race track. For racing enthusiasts familiar with the latter, cryptocurrency offers a different experience, marked with swift transactions and sometimes, greater anonymity. However, this digital leap can seem daunting when details missing in how it all works. Guiding traditional bettors through the transition, explaining smart contracts, and enhancing security measures are just a few steps in bridging the gap.

As crypto betting becomes more mainstream within the racing industry, the integration of both digital and traditional currency bets offers an inclusive platform that caters to all betting enthusiasts. To facilitate a seamless amalgamation, betting sites are working on lowering the barrier to entry, by providing thorough educational content to fill in the details missing for newcomers to cryptocurrency, ensuring they have all the knowledge required to place informed and secure bets.

How Digital Currencies Could Transform Motorsports

It’s not just betting that’s getting a turbo boost from cryptocurrency. Sponsorship deals inked with digital currency companies are becoming increasingly visible on the sides of race cars and tracks. It’s a win-win, with teams gaining funds and crypto platforms receiving global exposure. Vitally, these partnerships denote more than logos on helmets; they symbolize a tech-savvy shift with the potential to spark greater innovation in the automotive racing industry.

Purchasing Racing Merch and Tickets with Cryptocurrency

Gone are the days when buying a ticket or a team jersey meant handing over cash or swiping a card. Cryptocurrency transactions are entering the merchandise and ticketing spheres, promising convenience and speed. But for adoption to hit full throttle, it will be crucial to address details missing in consumer education. Fans need assurance and clarity on transactions, refunds, and the security of their digital wallets to confidently make the switch from fiat to crypto payments.

Blockchain’s Potential Impact on Auto Racing

Blockchain transcends being merely the backbone of cryptocurrencies; it possesses the torque to transform various aspects of motorsports. From enhancing the transparency and security of betting to securing communication channels for teams, blockchain is poised as the next pit-crew must-have. However, the implementation of this technology must navigate the bends of the racing world, where details missing could mean the difference between first place and a pit stop.

Understanding Fintech’s Role in the World of Speed

Motor racing is more than a display of speed and engineering; it’s also about financial maneuvering. As the fintech sector revs its engines, racing fans are offered new educational resources to keep pace with digital currency trends. Yet, these initiatives are only as good as the information they provide—avoiding the trap of details missing is pivotal to making informed decisions, whether you’re a casual follower or a hardcore enthusiast looking to invest in fan tokens.

How Crypto Technology is Influencing Sports Finance

The checkered flag is waving for the intersection of sports finance and cryptocurrency. Racing teams and sports finance analysts are considering the myriad opportunities that fan tokens and asset-backed cryptocurrencies grant. This innovative overlap promises a ride that could redefine fan engagement and investment. As we gear up for this wave, the key to success lies in thorough comprehension of the financial instruments in play; purse security and the fine print are areas where details missing could lead to unexpected bumps on the road to crypto-adoption in sports finance.

What to Look for in a Reliable Online Betting Platform

By
SM
-
Photo by Pavel Danilyuk

It’s safe to say that the gambling industry has significantly evolved in the past couple of years. That’s because more and more people are drawn to it due to the fact that it offers pretty lucrative rewards, and is generally very interesting if you’re familiar with all its rules.

When it comes to sports betting sites, the internet is flooded with them which can oftentimes be pretty overwhelming to punters, especially to the less experienced ones. If you would like to know how you can distinguish a good platform from a bad one, then take a look at these useful tips below!

Is It Reputable?

If you ask us, this should be the number one rule. Just like with any other online place, you should be looking for a platform that has a solid reputation. Although popularity should indicate that a particular site is relatively reliable, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you should put your trust in its hands immediately.

Therefore, it would be smart to talk to more seasoned gamblers, to see what they will tell you about a certain platform. If they give you the green light, then it’s highly likely it is not a scam. We recently came across an Indonesian online gambling site that is generally very popular among punters all across the world precisely because of its reputation and reliability, so we decided to give it a try and we weren’t disappointed. This just goes to show that you need to get your facts straight concerning this before you pick an online betting platform.

Moving On To User Experience

Here’s another element that’s pivotal too! Nowadays, when people have become very demanding when it comes to this, it’s of huge importance to opt for a website that provides a mobile app, along with a site that’s easy to navigate and offers impeccable functionality.

Since no gambler wants to waste their precious time on website navigation, the creators of online betting platforms must ensure that their users can easily find any event they want to bet on. If that’s not the case, then they’ll most likely move on to another one.

How Many Bets Does It Provide?

Every seasoned punter will tell you that it’s essential to choose a platform that offers a plethora of bets. Why is this so crucial? Well, it’s simple. The more bets it has at its disposal the more cash you will earn.

If by any chance, you stumble upon a sports betting site that has a pretty small selection, then it would be wise to skip it. In a nutshell, a great site is supposed to allow you to make lots of bets on the same match, and in general.

License, License, License

And last, but definitely not the least is this one. If you would like to make sure you’re dealing with a reputable platform, then it’s mandatory to check if it has a license because only then you can be sure you are one hundred percent safe.

As you can see, there are numerous factors that must be taken into account before you take any further steps when it comes to online betting. If you ask us, all of them should be implemented if you want to ensure everything goes smoothly.

LARIS MOTORSPORTS INSURANCE CAJUN NHRA SPORTSNATIONALS SET FOR RETURN TO NO PROBLEM RACEWAY

By
Official Release
-

BELLE ROSE, La. (Feb. 5, 2024) – The NHRA is pleased to announce the return of the Laris Motorsports Insurance Cajun NHRA SPORTSnationals, a prestigious race for drivers in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series that will take place on March 15-17 at No Problem Raceway in Belle Rose, La.

Featuring the classic crawfish artwork from the 1978 NHRA Cajun Nationals, the race will be the first Laris Motorsports Insurance Cajun NHRA SPORTSnationals since the 2015 season. It will take place over three days, giving racers a second SPORTSnationals event in 2024, with the JEGS SPORTSnationals taking place on July 10-13.

Hundreds of sportsman racers from all seven NHRA divisions across the country will return to No Problem Raceway for the Cajun NHRA SPORTSnationals this year, with racing taking place in eight different categories. The event will offer more than $150,000 to the race teams, which includes more than $50,000 in contingency offerings. Competitors will also be able to enjoy a unique atmosphere that will celebrate all the exciting distinctions of Cajun culture, making it a special weekend to remember for everyone involved.

“We are thrilled to welcome the Laris Motorsports Insurance Cajun SPORTSnationals back to No Problem Raceway after a 10-year hiatus,” No Problem Raceway Owner Nelson Hoyos said. “Having a company like Laris Motorsports Insurance step up as title sponsor shows their commitment to grassroots racing and highlights the lasting partnerships we’re building. This event is near and dear to us. Our goal is to deliver an experience that embodies Louisiana’s unique culture – think incredible racing with a side of amazing food, music and good times.

“We want to thank the fans, racers, sponsors and staff who worked hard to help bring this race back where it belongs. No Problem Raceway was created to host prominent events like this to celebrate racing and community. We feel honored the Laris family has entrusted us to remake the Cajun SPORTSnationals into something truly special. We can’t wait to show everyone why this race means so much to Louisiana and why it needs to stay at NPR for the long haul. It will be a one-of-a-kind party at the track!”

The event will include racer appreciation meals throughout the weekend, including the popular Cajun cuisine and hospitality from the Hoyos family at No Problem Raceway and the Laris family. Of course, the racing will be non-stop and action-packed all weekend, with stellar spring conditions providing an opportunity for standout runs in Stock and Super Stock throughout eliminations.

Other must-see items at the event include the Right Trailers Top Sportsman and Top Dragster Shootouts, Motorcycle Gambler, Super Shootouts and more. A Cajun NHRA SPORTSnationals victory has always held significant prestige, with winners receiving a one-of-a-kind copper Wally. The event will also be streamed for free on NHRA.tv and the NHRA YouTube page.

“Laris Motorsports Insurance is proud to announce its partnering with NHRA and No Problem Raceway to bring the Laris Motorsports Insurance Cajun SPORTSnationals to No Problem Raceway,” Laris Motorsports Insurance President/Owner Holden Laris said. “Laris Motorsports Insurance takes pride in giving back to the racing community. Our sponsorship of Laris Motorsports Insurance Cajun SPORTSnationals is just another way for us to show our appreciation and support of the sportsman racer.”

Laris Motorsports Insurance has been involved in drag racing for more than 60 years, and with more than eight decades in the insurance industry, they boast a wealth of experience, creating the first insurance policy for racers by racers. Their policy provides broad coverage and with an experienced staff well-versed in drag racing, they are able to provide customized solutions to protect a customer’s racing investment.

“The Cajun SPORTSnationals is shaping up to be an incredible weekend for everyone involved, and we’re so thrilled to see the tremendous support from Laris Motorsports Insurance and everyone at No Problem Raceway to make this exciting event happen again,” NHRA Vice President and Chief Development Officer Brad Gerber said. “It’s such a fun and unique race and Nelson and everyone at the track and Laris will do a great job making everyone feel special and have a memorable three days.”

For more information about Laris Motorsports Insurance and to get a quote, please visit https://qrco.de/bdcknZ. For more information on NHRA, including the 2024 schedule, please visit www.NHRA.com.

About Laris Motorsports Insurance

Laris Motorsports Insurance has revolutionized the insurance and racing worlds by creating the first insurance policy for racers by racers. With 80+ years in the insurance industry and 60+ years’ experience on the drag strip, the Laris family is proud to have created a policy that provides broad coverage and offsets gaps commonly found with other companies. Let Laris Motorsports’ knowledgeable staff and claims department show you why so many people across the US have already chosen Laris Motorsports Insurance to protect their racing investments! For more information visit www.larismotorsportsinsurance.com.

About Lucas Oil

Founded in 1989 by Forrest and Charlotte Lucas, Lucas Oil Products was created with the simple philosophy of producing only the best line of lubricants and additives available anywhere. Today, it encompasses the most diversified range of products in the automotive, powersports, marine, industrial, outdoor, and motorsports marketplaces, many of which were created by Forrest Lucas himself. In total, the company boasts more than 300 premium products, representing the largest variety of shelf products of any oil company in the United States with a distribution network across 48 different countries. For more information, please visit www.LucasOil.com.

About NHRA

Headquartered in San Dimas, Calif., NHRA is the primary sanctioning body for the sport of drag racing in the United States. NHRA presents 21 national events featuring the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series and NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, as well as the NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series, NHRA Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown™, NHRA Holley EFI Factory X and Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage NHRA Mountain Motor Pro Stock at select national events. NHRA provides competition opportunities for drivers of all levels in the NHRA Summit Racing Series and NHRA Street Legal™. NHRA also offers the NHRA Jr. Street® program for teens and the Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League® for youth ages 5 to 17. With 110 Member Tracks, NHRA allows racers to compete at a variety of locations nationally and internationally. NHRA’s Youth and Education Services® (YES) Program reaches over 30,000 students annually to ignite their interest in automotive and racing related careers. NHRA’s streaming service, NHRA.tv®, allows fans to view all NHRA national events as well as exclusive features of the sport. In addition, NHRA owns and operates three racing facilities: Gainesville Raceway in Florida; Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park; and In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip in Southern California. For more information, log on to www.NHRA.com, or visit the official NHRA pages on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

Fifty Drivers on Daytona ARCA 200 Entry List

By
Official Release
-

TEMPERANCE, Mich. (February 5, 2024) – The official entry list for the ARCA Menards Series season-opening Daytona ARCA 200 at Daytona International Speedway features 50 drivers from 21 states and six countries.

Defending race winner Greg Van Alst headlines a competitive field of entries that also features full-time series championship contenders
Andres Perez and his Rev Racing teammate Lavar Scott, Kris Wright, Amber Balcaen, and Toni Breidinger out of the Venturini Motorsports stable, Christian Rose for AM Racing, and Weaver Motorsports’ Caleb Costner.

The series regulars will be challenged by some of the biggest names in motorsports worldwide, as they will be joined by IndyCar winner
and SRX champion Marco Andretti. Driving for reigning ARCA Menards Series West champion team owner Bruce Cook, Andretti will look to join his grandfather Mario, who won the Daytona 500 in 1967, and his late uncle John, who won the Coke Zero 400 in 1997, as
a stock car winner at Daytona.

Shane Van Gisbergen, the four-time Australian V8 Supercar Series champion, and the winner of the inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race in
Chicago last year, is also entered, driving for team owner Mark Webb’s Pinnacle Racing Group. Van Gisbergen will be doing double duty, as he will race in the NASCAR Xfinity Series season opener immediately following the ARCA race.

Other notables include a pair of drivers who finished in the top five last year, third-place finisher Sean Corr and fifth-place finisher
Mandy Chick, NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series regular Tanner Gray, who will drive for Joe Gibbs Racing, NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour regulars Justin Bonsignore – who participated in the ARCA Menards Series Road to Daytona program in January – and Patrick Emerling,
recent Gambler’s Classic TQ Midget winner and series regular Andy Jankowiak, along with Venturini Motorsports teammates Jake Finch and Gus Dean.

The first official on-track activity of the 2024 season is scheduled for Thursday, February 15 when the teams take to the track for
a 50-minute practice session. The 40-car starting lineup will be set in General Tire Pole Qualifying on Friday, February 16, with the 80-lap/200-mile season-opener to follow on Saturday, February 17. The race will be televised live on FS1 starting at 1:30
pm ET; it will also be broadcast on select affiliates of the MRN Radio network nationwide.

Live timing & scoring data will be available for all on-track activities at ARCARacing.com; follow @ARCA_Racing on X (formerly Twitter)
for up-to-the-minute updates.

About ARCA 

The Automobile Racing Club of America (ARCA), founded in 1953 by John and Mildred Marcum in Toledo, Ohio, and acquired by NASCAR in
April 2018, is the leading grassroots stock car sanctioning body in the United States. Bridging the gap between NASCAR’s top three national touring series and weekly racing all across the country, the organization administers more than 100 events annually, including the ARCA Menards Series, ARCA Menards Series East, ARCA Menards Series West, plus weekly racing at Toledo and Flat Rock Speedways.  For more information about ARCA visit www.arcaracing.com, or follow ARCA on Facebook (@ARCARacing) and Twitter (@ARCA_Racing). 

Rolling Plains Construction re-signs for Phoenix primary sponsorship with Ellis, Alpha Prime Racing

By
Official Release
-

Ryan Ellis and Alpha Prime Racing are proud to announce that Shippy’s Rolling Plains Construction will return as the primary sponsor of Ellis’ No.43 Alpha Prime Racing Chevy Camaro in the NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Phoenix Raceway on Saturday, March 9th.

Rolling Plains Construction first sponsored Ellis in the same Phoenix race last year, with Ellis and the No.43 Chevy team finishing 19th. They’ll hope to grow on that result this year.

Founded in 1984, Rolling Plains Construction is the largest Fireproofing Contractor in the nation, specializing in Spray Applied Fireproofing, Thermal & Acoustical Insulation, Shop Applied Fireproofing, Firestopping, and Board Application. They provide their array of services to all 50 U.S. states and worldwide.

Rolling Plains Construction has over 700 employees with offices in Phoenix, AZ, Denver, CO, Dallas, TX, and Tampa, FL. They are a nationally recognized firm, providing over 39 years of experience in the Division 7 Scope. Their depth and breadth of experience go above and beyond that of any company in the fireproofing industry.

“The Rolling Plains Construction family had an amazing time sponsoring Ryan Ellis and the Alpha Prime Racing team at our home raceway in Phoenix last year. We are thrilled to announce that we are supporting them again this year! We eagerly look forward to cheering on the No.43 Chevrolet and seeing the new car wrap designed by RPC. We are confident that Ryan and the Alpha Prime Racing team will outdo themselves on the track, just like they did last year. Bring it on!” said Robert Shippy, Owner of Rolling Plains Construction.

“I’m very excited to welcome Rolling Plains Construction back to our No.43 team. Last year, we had some downtime during the Phoenix race weekend, and I was able to head out to their Phoenix location to explore and learn a bit about what they do,” said Ryan Ellis, driver of the No.43 Rolling Plains Construction Chevy. “Seeing just how much goes into their processes was really eye-opening, and I’m very proud to be associated with a group like theirs. I’m also really excited to know that we’ll have a big group from their team cheering us on again this year – they brought so many folks out last year, and it was very cool having all that support. I’m extremely thankful to Robert Shippy, his entire family, and everyone at Rolling Plains for their support.”

Tune-In Info: On-track activity begins Saturday morning at Phoenix Raceway, with practice and qualifying occurring at 10:30 and 11 am local time to set the lineup for the Xfinity Series’ 200-lap race. The green flag drops later that afternoon at 2:30 pm local time with coverage on FS1. Additional radio coverage will be hosted on Sirius XM NASCAR and MRN/PRN.

ABOUT ROLLING PLAINS CONSTRUCTION

Founded in 1984, Shippy’s Rolling Plains Construction performs an array of services consisting of spray-applied fireproofing, thermal & acoustical insulation, shop-applied fireproofing, fire-stopping, tunnel fireproofing, and board application in all 50 states and across the globe. We are proud of our repeat-business relationships with clients in a wide range of industries, built by meeting their needs, exceeding their expectations, and delivering on our promises.

Our strength in the market consists of owning the largest resources of labor and equipment and our extensive knowledge of all manufacturer’s fireproofing products and applications. Our project experience includes data centers, industrial, aviation, government, hospitals, military, casinos, arenas, medical facilities, pharmaceuticals, universities, convention centers, theaters, high-rise buildings, hotels, office buildings, high-tech/science facilities, and mission-critical projects for prominent confidential clients.

ABOUT ALPHA PRIME RACING:

Alpha Prime Racing is a NASCAR Xfinity Series team co-owned by former driver Tommy Joe Martins and Alpha Prime Sports Founder and CEO Caesar Bacarella. They field Chevy Camaros in the NASCAR Xfinity Series – with the No.43 and No.44 cars racing full-time and a part-time schedule with a third entry, the No.45.

2024 will mark Alpha Prime Racing’s third year of operation and first year featuring two full-time drivers, Ryan Ellis and Brennan Poole.

Southern Paley Motorsports Launches Mustang Challenge Program

By
Official Release
-

Today, On February 5th, 2024, Southern Paley Motorsports announced their new program and entry into the IMSA Mustang Challenge Series. Southern Paley Motorsports, also known as “SPM Motorsports”, will be operated by lifelong friends Sam Paley and John Paul Southern Jr. The pair have known each other for well over 10 years and together bring a combined 30 years of motorsports and racing experience to the team. The team will be situated in a brand new, state of the art facility at the Motor Enclave in Tampa, FL.

Southern Jr, the 2020 Trans-Am TA2 Southern Cup Champion, has spent the last 3 years racing in Europe in series such as ADAC GT4, DTM Trophy, and ADAC GT masters. Additionally, Southern was a Lamborghini GT3 test driver in 2023. On the other hand, Paley, the 2021 Mazda MX-5 Cup Rookie of the Year, has ample experience in the IMSA paddock through his tenure in the MX-5 Cup. Paley achieved 9 podiums and 4 poles across the last 3 years in the IMSA sanctioned series.

Apart from their driving accolades, the pair have backgrounds in managing and operating race team programs. Southern managed the 2022 T3 Motorsport Germany entry to P8 in GTD at the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona and led the team to become the highest finishing Lamborghini. Paley is currently the Team Principal and a Managing Director for TKG Motorsports’ Spec MX-5 program.

“Having experience both as a driver and a team manager at the highest levels of sports car racing gives our brand an upper hand in the Mustang Challenge. Sam and I can use our expertise in both of these areas to create a reliable and competitive package for any customer,” says team co-owner Southern.

Currently, Southern Paley Motorsports plans to enter 1 car in the 2024 Mustang Challenge, but has plans to quickly expand. The Mustang Challenge season kicks off at Mid-Ohio in early June, but SPM will be undergoing an extensive pre-season testing program beforehand.

“This is something that JP and I have been talking about for a couple years, and I could not be more excited to see it coming into fruition. The Mustang Challenge will be one of the most exciting racing series in the United States, and it’s fantastic to see Ford’s commitment to building purpose built race cars. We are looking to grow our Mustang Challenge program in the years to come,” says other team co-owner Paley.

“I’m extremely excited to start this new endeavor and happy to be able to provide a great product to future customers. I’m a racer at heart, and I love the sport so much. I believe our hard work in the paddock will pay off. We have big plans for the future with SPM, and I believe we will achieve great things not only this year but in the years to come,” says Southern.

Furthermore, SPM announces the beginning of a strategic partnership with TKG Motorsports to complete a comprehensive and revolutionary ladder system. This ladder system begins at the grassroots go-karting level with Trinity Karting Group and the Motorsports Country Club of Cincinnati. Trinity Karting Group develops young and aspiring karting drivers both at the local and national karting scene. From there, TKG Motorsports offers an affordable next step for go-karters looking to advance their career with their Spec MX-5 program. Lastly, Southern Paley Motorsports fulfills the final step of the ladder through their entry into the Mustang Challenge. The conglomerated program’s main goal is to propel talented drivers through the ranks of motorsports and offer a unique karts to cars development program.

Commenting on the ladder system, Paley says that “the ability to link the two teams I’m involved in is great and providing the next step has been one of my main goals since I started with TKG Motorsports. Throughout my career, I have frequently asked, “What is the next step”, and I’ve always struggled to answer that question. My hope is that this umbrella helps young drivers find that answer.”

Southern Paley Motorsports is eager to be a part of the first ever season of the IMSA Mustang Challenge and is looking forward to the commencement of the series this June. In the meantime visit southernpaleymotorsports.com to learn more.

Three Time NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour Champion Justin Bonsignore Pairs with Rette Jones Racing for ARCA Menards Series Debut at Daytona

By
Official Release
-

MOORESVILLE, N.C.: Rette Jones Racing confirmed today the signing of three-time NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour (NWMT) Champion Justin Bonsignore to drive the No. 30 Rette Jones Racing Ford Mustang in this month’s ARCA Menards Series season-opener at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway on Feb. 17, 2024.

A phenomenal career in the Modifieds that boasts 40 wins, the 36-year-old Bonsignore will manhandle a stock car at the “World Center of Racing” for the first time as he looks to deliver the Mooresville, N.C.-based team a victory in the Daytona ARCA 200.

Bonsignore picked up his first championship in 2018 and followed it up with two more in 2020 and 2021.

Over 17 years of competing on NASCAR’s oldest touring series, Bonsignore has amassed 40 career wins, along with 118 top-fives and 154 top-10s. His 40 wins rank him fourth all-time on the series win list, just two behind the late Ted Christopher for third.

Bonsignore also has 30 career Tour pole awards – also fourth on the all-time list. In the last six years with crew chief Ryan Stone, Bonsignore has 28 of his 40 wins.

The New York native started his career young, in go-karts, then jumped to compete at Riverhead Raceway. From there, his NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour opportunity started with Ken Massa Motorsports full-time in the No. 51 in 2010.

“I’m excited for the opportunity to drive for Rette Jones Racing,” Bonsignore said. “They have a really strong program, and that should help with my learning curve into the ARCA Menards Series.

“I can learn from Mark (Rette, crew chief and co-car-owner) and all of his experiences to understand the small details that go into Superspeedway style racing. I feel really confident going into the race that I have a team that is capable of contending for the win – it will just be about getting myself up to speed and comfortable to go out there and get the job done.”

The Holtsville, N.Y. native participated in the preseason ARCA Menards Series test at the 2.5-mile superspeedway last month with Fast Track Racing. The two-day session proved beneficial for Bonsignore in familiarizing himself with an ARCA car and the track’s characteristics. He hopes to apply what he learned in January during his ARCA debut weekend.

“The test laps in January with Andy Hillenburg and his Fast Track Enterprises team as part of the Road to Daytona program were important,” Bonsignore said. “I needed to run the test to be approved to compete in the ARCA race, but Andy and I spoke about the opportunity to maybe run the race, and he shared some crucial insight with me during the test.

“He ran through multiple different scenarios and possibilities that could take place and that was important to me. Andy and his team were great to work with. They are a great asset to the ARCA Menards Series and I can’t thank them enough for everything they did to help me get up to speed.”

For former ARCA champion crew chief and co-team owner Mark Rette, the opportunity to put Bonsignore behind the wheel of his No. 30 Ford Mustang is a privilege.

“We are so thrilled about this opportunity with Justin for Daytona,” said Rette, whose team finished 11th in last year’s ARCA race at Daytona with rookie Frankie Muniz at the helm. “Justin is incredibly focused on making the most of this opportunity, and we believe we are bringing him a Ford Mustang that he can not only contend with for a top-10 finish but challenge for a win.

“Justin is the complete package for a driver, and we have worked with many drivers since our tenure began with Rette Jones Racing in 2016. He will take care of the car throughout the race but press the attack when the checkered flag is on the line.

“Even though we did not participate in the test, I was staying in touch with a lot of people who were there, and they all believe Justin can jump in our No. 30 Rette Jones Racing Ford Mustang and surprise a lot of people.”

For Bonsignore, the 80-lap preamble to the NASCAR Xfinity Series season opener will be one of the biggest races of his career.

“If this isn’t the biggest race of my career, it’s definitely up there,” Bonsignore said. “The NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour is my home and forever will be. But, to make a start at Daytona International Speedway… it’s something every kid in racing dreams of, and I’m lucky enough to be able to live out my dream.”

For more on Justin Bonsignore, please visit justinbonsignore.com, like him on Facebook (Justin Bonsignore), and follow him on Instagram (@jbonsignore) and X | Twitter (@jbonsignore).

For more on Rette Jones Racing, please visit RetteJonesRacing.com, like them on Facebook (Rette Jones Racing), or follow them on Instagram (@RetteJones30) and X | Twitter (@RetteJones30).

The Daytona ARCA 200 (80 laps | 200 miles) is the first of 20 races on the 2024 ARCA Menards Series schedule. Practice begins Thurs., Feb. 15, with a fifty-minute session from 4:05 p.m. – 4:55 p.m. Group qualifying is set for Fri., Feb. 16, at 1:30 p.m. The season-opener for the 72nd consecutive ARCA season is set for the following afternoon on Feb. 17 to take the green flag shortly after 1:30 p.m. The event will be televised live on FOX Sports 1 (FS1) with the Motor Racing Network (MRN) and SiriusXM Satellite Radio (XM channel 391 | online channel 981) handling the radio waves. ARCARacing.com will also stream live timing and scoring throughout the entire weekend festivities.

About Rette Jones Racing:

Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, Rette Jones Racing (RJR) was founded in 2015 with the intent of building a successful racing operation built around the fundamentals of hard work and a never-give-up attitude.

Owned by racers Terry Jones and Mark Rette, RJR plans to field a full-time entry in 2024 in the ASA STARS National Tour Series while also planning to field vehicles in the ARCA Menards Series platform and NASCAR respectively.

Rette Jones Racing also offers technical and setup intel as part of its technical alliance partnership program.

NASCAR Announces Launch of NASCAR Regional

By
Official Release
-

Daytona Beach, Fla. (Feb. 5, 2024) – NASCAR officially announced the launch of the NASCAR Regional brand and platform, which encompasses the touring and weekly series of NASCAR – the ARCA Menards Series, ARCA Menards Series East, ARCA Menards Series West, NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour and the Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series. NASCAR Regional debuted on Saturday during the season-opening Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum via a national television spot on FS1.

Formerly NASCAR Roots, the NASCAR Regional brand and platform will better position the sport to grow awareness around those series. In addition, the rebrand ushers in a more organized and recognizable platform that provides concise sightlines of a ‘ladder system’ from beginning to end.

“NASCAR stands on a foundation built by local short tracks and our touring series, and we couldn’t be more excited to launch the NASCAR Regional brand and platform to highlight these important series,” said Ben Kennedy, Sr. Vice President Racing Development & Strategy. “Their history runs deep, and the continued growth of these series is vital to NASCAR’s success. This update better positions NASCAR to grow awareness around these series for many years to come.”

In addition to the announcement, a new website is available at NASCAR.com/Regional with the latest news, ticket information and schedules for the upcoming 2024 season.

NASCAR Regional action begins with the Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series at New Smyrna Speedway with the World Series of Asphalt from February 9-17. Then on Saturday, February 10, Late Model Stock cars will compete at Florence Motor Speedway in The Icebreaker at 2:30 p.m. ET, and later that evening the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour starts their engines at New Smyrna Speedway with the New Smyrna Beach Visitors Bureau 200 at 7:30 p.m. ET. Tune-in to Flo Racing for live coverage of all the events. A week later the ARCA Menards Series gets underway with the ARCA 200 at Daytona International Speedway on Saturday, February 17 at 1:30 p.m. ET on FS1. For additional schedules and information please visit at NASCAR.com/Regional.

About NASCAR

The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the No. 1 form of motorsports in the United States and owner of 14 of the nation’s major motorsports entertainment facilities. NASCAR sanctions races in three national series (NASCAR Cup Series™, NASCAR Xfinity Series™, and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series™), four international series (NASCAR Brasil Sprint Race, NASCAR Canada Series, NASCAR Mexico Series, NASCAR Whelen Euro Series), five regional series (ARCA Menards Series, ARCA Menards Series East & West, the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour, and the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series). The International Motor Sports Association™ (IMSA®) governs the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship™, the premier U.S. sports car series. NASCAR also owns Motor Racing Network, Racing Electronics, and ONE DAYTONA. Based in Daytona Beach, Florida, with offices in five cities across North America, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races annually in 11 countries and more than 30 U.S. states.

For more information visit www.NASCAR.com and www.IMSA.com, and follow NASCAR on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, X and Snapchat.

1...1,1751,1761,177...6,676Page 1,176 of 6,676