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BPO Philippines Unveiled: Insights into the Offshore Outsourcing Industry

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In the ever-evolving landscape of global business, the Philippines has emerged as a powerhouse in the offshore outsourcing industry. With its skilled workforce, strategic advantages, and a commitment to excellence, the Philippines has become a go-to destination for Business Process Outsourcing (BPO). This article will delve into the intricacies of the Philippines outsourcing landscape, providing valuable insights for businesses considering offshore outsourcing solutions.

The Philippines outsourcing industry has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years, establishing itself as a key player in the global BPO arena. From customer service and technical support to data entry and beyond, businesses across the world are turning to the Philippines for cost-effective and high-quality outsourcing services.

Economic Efficiency and Cost Savings:

One of the primary reasons companies opt for outsourcing in the Philippines is the economic efficiency it offers. The favorable exchange rates and lower operational costs allow businesses to achieve significant savings without compromising on the quality of services. This economic advantage is a driving force behind the surge in outsourcing partnerships with Philippine-based service providers.

Skilled Workforce and Language Proficiency:

The Philippines boasts a vast pool of highly skilled professionals with proficiency in English, making communication seamless for businesses outsourcing their operations. Whether it’s call centers, IT services, or back-office processes, the workforce in the Philippines is not only skilled but also adept at understanding and delivering services in the global business language.

Technology and Infrastructure:

To thrive in the competitive outsourcing industry, a robust technological infrastructure is essential. The Philippines has invested significantly in state-of-the-art technology, ensuring that businesses benefit from a secure and efficient outsourcing environment. This commitment to technology aligns with the evolving needs of global businesses.

Cultural Affinity and Time Zone Advantage:

Cultural compatibility is a critical factor in successful outsourcing relationships. The Philippines, with its Westernized culture and strong affinity for Western values, provides a harmonious working relationship. Additionally, the country’s strategic location allows for a time zone advantage, enabling businesses to operate seamlessly across different regions and time zones.

Government Support and Incentives:

The Philippine government actively supports the outsourcing industry, offering incentives such as tax breaks and streamlined processes for setting up operations. These initiatives not only attract foreign businesses but also contribute to the overall growth and sustainability of the outsourcing sector.

Quality Assurance and Industry Standards:

Philippine outsourcing companies prioritize quality assurance to maintain their global competitiveness. Rigorous training programs and adherence to international industry standards ensure that businesses partnering with Philippine BPO firms receive top-notch services. This commitment to quality sets the Philippines apart as a reliable outsourcing destination.

Scalability and Flexibility:

Business needs evolve, and the Philippines provides the flexibility to scale operations swiftly. Whether a company is experiencing rapid growth or needs to adjust its outsourcing strategy, the Philippines’ outsourcing industry can adapt to these changes seamlessly, offering scalability without compromising on efficiency.

Security and Confidentiality:

The outsourcing industry demands a high level of security and confidentiality. The Philippines has implemented stringent measures to ensure data security and confidentiality, earning the trust of businesses worldwide. This commitment to protecting sensitive information is crucial for maintaining strong and lasting partnerships.

In conclusion, the Philippines stands as a beacon in the global BPO landscape, offering a unique blend of economic efficiency, skilled workforce, and technological prowess. Outsourcing in the Philippines goes beyond cost savings – it’s about tapping into a dynamic and reliable outsourcing ecosystem that understands the needs of global businesses.

As businesses navigate the complex terrain of outsourcing, the Philippines unveils itself as a strategic partner, providing not just services but a collaborative approach to achieving shared goals. The insights shared in this article aim to illuminate the multifaceted aspects of the Philippines outsourcing industry, empowering businesses to make informed decisions and embark on successful outsourcing ventures.

Santino Ferrucci returns to A.J. Foyt Enterprises for second IndyCar campaign in 2024

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Photo by Tim Jarrold for SpeedwayMedia.com.

Santino Ferrucci will be returning to A.J. Foyt Enterprises for a second full-time NTT INDYCAR SERIES campaign in 2024 and in the team’s No. 14 Dallara-Chevrolet sponsored by Sexton Properties.

The news comes as the 25-year-old Ferrucci from Woodbury, Connecticut, is coming off his maiden IndyCar campaign with A.J. Foyt Enterprises, where he achieved his maiden podium result during the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway last May in the form of a strong third-place finish. The result occurred in an event where he started on the second row in fourth place, led 11 laps and was in contention for the victory in the closing laps. Ferrucci would proceed to settle in 19th place in the 2023 driver’s standings after averaging a finishing result of 18.5 throughout the 17-race schedule.

The third-place result during the 2023 Indy 500 also extended Ferrucci’s string of top-10 results he has achieved in five consecutive Indy 500s he has participated in since 2019.

“I’m super stoked to be back with the team,” Ferrucci said. “It’s really good to start building some continuity with everybody, and I think it’s going to improve our results. My expectations for the year are to come out of the gate a lot more prepared than we were last year. Working with Penske, things are hopefully going to be a lot smoother, and I’m looking forward to being back at the Indy 500 again.”

Ferrucci, who previously competed in the FIA Formula 3 European Championship region before ascending to GP3 Series and the Formula 2 Championship region, made his inaugural presence in the IndyCar circuit during the series’ doubleheader feature at Belle Isle Park in Detroit Michigan, for Dale Coyne Racing in 2018. He would then compete for Dale Coyne as a full-time competitor during the following two seasons before scaling back to a part-time role between the 2021 and 2022 seasons, where he competed between Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing, Dreyer & Reinbold Racing and Juncos Hollinger Racing. During the 2021 and 2022 seasons, he also made select NASCAR Xfinity Series starts for Sam Hunt Racing.

Through 60 previous starts in the IndyCar circuit, Ferrucci has accumulated a single podium result, five top-five results and 19 top-10 results, with five of his total top-10 results occurring in five consecutive starts in the Indianapolis 500 (2019-23). He has also racked up a total of 135 laps led and an average-finishing result of 14.5.

“I’m very happy to have Santino back,” Larry Foyt, team president of A.J. Foyt Enterprises, added. “We worked well together, and he brings a good energy to the team. Obviously, we have our eyes set on the Indy 500, but we also had some good pace in other races but didn’t get the results. Together we are focused on moving up in the championship standings, and I believe we can achieve that.”

Ferrucci is set to compete alongside Sting Ray Robb, who is coming off his maiden IndyCar campaign with Dale Coyne Racing in association with Rick Ware Racing and was announced to pilot A.J. Foyt’s No. 41 Dallara-Chevrolet for the upcoming IndyCar season last December. The pairing of Ferrucci and Robb completes A.J. Foyt Enterprises’ two-car lineup for the 2024 season.

Ferrucci’s second full-time NTT INDYCAR Series campaign with A.J. Foyt Enterprises is set to commence at the Streets of St. Petersburg, Florida, for the 2024 season-opening Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg. The event is scheduled to occur on March 10 and air on NBC.

Chris Ward Named Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) President as David Hinton Remains on HSR Board of Directors and in Senior Advisor Role

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DAYTONA BEACH, Florida (January 9, 2024) – Veteran motorsports executive Chris Ward has been named President of Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR), taking over the top leadership position of the IMSA-owned vintage and historic sports car racing sanctioning body from David Hinton. The management announcements were made today by IMSA President John Doonan as the organization prepares for this month’s season-opening Rolex 24 At Daytona, January 25 – 29, and HSR makes plans for its first event of the year, the Spring Fling at Sebring International Raceway, March 8 – 10.

“We look forward to welcoming Chris Ward, who is already a familiar and close colleague in the paddock, to the IMSA team as HSR President and at the same time couldn’t be happier that David Hinton will continue as an advisor and a member of the HSR Board of Directors,” Doonan said. “The timing of and people involved in this positive change couldn’t be better. David first approached us last year to discuss a succession plan to take place in 2024 for the HSR President position at the same time Chris became available. It all fell into place perfectly as we set the foundation for the next phase of HSR’s growth. It is our intent to continue to focus on the core values that HSR was founded on, which are to grow vintage and historic racing in North America.”

Ward most recently served as Head of Motorsport for Lamborghini North America from 2014 to 2023 where among his vast managerial responsibilities was the oversight of all day-to-day operations of the IMSA-sanctioned Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America Series, including sanctioning body coordination, team and customer liaison and acquisition, parts supply chain management and logistics and hospitality operations.

Under Ward’s management and direction, the Super Trofeo series reached unprecedented growth, particularly in recent years. Record fields and capacity grids have been commonplace and new car orders for pending seasons of competition have frequently been early sell outs.

Prior to his tenure at Lamborghini Ward co-founded a successful experiential marketing agency based in Detroit. Its primary focus was marketing, PR and events for luxury brands such as Audi, Bombardier, Bentley Motors, and Breitling.

“It is a huge honor to be asked to steer HSR going forward in this new role,” Ward said. “I’d like to thank Ed Bennett and John Doonan for this tremendous opportunity and of course David Hinton for agreeing to remain as an advisor, guaranteeing a seamless transition for our customer teams and drivers. HSR is on a terrific growth trajectory and I’m so looking forward to being a part of its exciting future.”

Hinton (pictured above) made the decision to step aside as the second anniversary of IMSA’s acquisition of HSR approaches later this month. He served as HSR President for the last 11 years after acquiring majority ownership of the organization in 2012 in partnership with the late George Tuma. Under Hinton’s leadership, HSR has seen its largest growth periods in its more than 40-year history as he guided both the organization’s competition and business operations.

A milestone achievement was the sale of HSR to IMSA that Hinton steered in step with Doonan following Tuma’s passing and the loss of their ownership partner and popular race car driver Jim Pace in late 2020. Hinton also worked with the management of WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca in bringing HSR in as the sanctioning body for the globally popular Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion historic events beginning in 2021. He will serve as the official HSR representative at the Monterey Reunions in 2024 and remain on the Board of Directors for HSR.

Hinton also continues to operate his longstanding championship and race-winning historic racing team Heritage Motorsports out of Clearwater, Florida.

“While I am leaving my familiar and current role, I am certainly not going away and will continue to have a regular presence in the HSR paddock both as an advisor and running Heritage Motorsports,” Hinton said. “I am also deeply honored to be asked to serve on the HSR Board of Directors, but after 11 years running two companies, my partner in all things Denise and I have decided it is time to slow down. I can’t thank John Doonan, Ed Bennett and everyone at IMSA enough for all of the trust and support over the last few years and look forward to helping Chris Ward all that I can to keep HSR’s solid growth going.

“I hope I have done George and Jim proud – I know they would have been over the moon about the IMSA ownership – and I also want to thank earlier owners and founders Joe Pendergast, Howard Turner, Steve Simpson and Peter McLauglin who were key in making HSR what it is today. It has been a privilege to work with our dedicated HSR staff over the last decade plus – they are the best in the business – and we are all lucky to have such a fantastic group of HSR member competitors who are unwavering supporters and make our jobs enjoyable. I will see you all at Sebring in a couple of months.”

About HSR: An International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) property, Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) was formed in the mid-1970s with an event at Road Atlanta. There was one goal then and it remains true today: to celebrate the race cars from the past. As a “time machine” of sights and sounds, HSR provides a venue for competitors and spectators alike to share in the wonderful history and excitement created by the cars that competed at race tracks around the world. HSR currently sanctions eight vintage and historic racing events at some of the world’s most renowned race tracks, including Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, Sebring International Raceway, Daytona International Speedway and more. The complete schedule and full event information can be found on HSR’s website at www.HSRRace.com. Look for the HSR Channel on YouTube and follow HSR on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/HSRrace/ and on Twitter and Instagram at @HSR_race.

iRacing, INDYCAR Sign Multiyear License Agreement

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Includes Rights to INDYCAR SERIES, Return of iRacing Indianapolis 500

INDIANAPOLIS (Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024) – iRacing and INDYCAR are pleased to announce a multiyear licensing agreement – officially reuniting the two legendary brands.

The relationship, which dates back more than a dozen years, also includes Indianapolis Motor Speedway – and the return of the hugely popular iRacing Indianapolis 500 – to the gaming format’s Special Events calendar. This annual event has historically drawn thousands of participants, who race in a virtual version of the world’s most iconic race, known for its 200 laps of pure speed at the “Racing Capital of the World.” The community event allows sim racers from around the world to get a taste of what it is like to race at the famous oval at the Brickyard.

The return of a license has been highly anticipated by iRacing members and INDYCAR SERIES fans alike.

“The INDYCAR SERIES and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway are racing properties that need to be included in iRacing,” iRacing President Tony Gardner said. “There is no better way for fans to experience sim racing than on iRacing, and whether it’s the INDYCAR SERIES’ Indy 500, NASCAR’s Brickyard 400 or IMSA’s Battle on the Bricks, there is nothing like racing at Indianapolis. I am so pleased to be able to bring these events back to the iRacing community.”

In addition to the rebranding of INDYCAR SERIES events on iRacing, members will have access to series content for private events and leagues.

“We are very excited that our most avid gamers and fans will have full access to the INDYCAR SERIES through this licensing agreement with iRacing,” said Ben Hendricks, INDYCAR senior manager, eSports & emerging virtual experiences. “They are longtime partners, and we look forward to official INDYCAR SERIES racing on iRacing for many years to come.”

The new license agreement between iRacing and INDYCAR includes more provisions than previous iterations, allowing more flexibility to run events and series. Highlights include:

  • Return of the iRacing Indianapolis 500
  • INDYCAR SERIES branding of series on iRacing
  • Multiple leagues to run INDYCAR SERIES events on iRacing
  • License extension of Indianapolis Motor Speedway

The licensing agreement goes into effect immediately, and iRacing members will see the rebranding of series, cars and events over the coming days. Details of the iRacing Indianapolis 500 will be available later this month.

Seventy-Four Drivers, 39 Cars on ARCA Menards Series Pre-race Practice at Daytona Entry List

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TEMPERANCE, Mich. (January 9, 2024 – Seventy-four drivers spread across 39 cars have been entered for the upcoming Pre-race Practice for the ARCA Menards Series season opener at Daytona International Speedway.

Headlined by Australian superstar Shane Van Gisbergen, who won the NASCAR Cup Series first-ever street course race in his series debut in 2022, and Indycar star Marco Andretti, the grandson of 1967 Daytona 500 winner and 1969 Indianapolis 500 winner Mario Andretti, the entry list also includes defending race winner Greg Van Alst and a slew of drivers chasing the 2024 series championship.

Last year’s series runner-up Andres Perez returns in 2024 looking to make his first start at Daytona. Perez was just shy of his 18th birthday last season and was not permitted to start the race due to age restrictions. He’ll be joined by his Rev Racing teammate Lavar Scott, who finished fourth in his series debut at Daytona last February and has indicated he will also pursue the 2024 series championship.

Kris Wright has teamed with Venturini Motorsports for a full season run in 2024, while Christian Rose will return to AM Racing as he makes his second run at the title. Bounty Rookie Challenge contender Caleb Costner will chase after the title with his self-owned Costner-Weaver Motorsports team, and Tonawanda, New York native Andy Jankowiak has also indicated he will pursue the championship with the Kevin Lapierre and Andy Suess-owned KLAS Motorsports team.

William Sawalich and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series regular Taylor Gray will share driving duties in the Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota over the course of the weekend. Sawalich, the 2023 ARCA Menards Series East champion, will make his first laps at Daytona in the practice but like Perez last year, he will not participate in the race due to age restrictions.

Wright will be joined in the Venturini Motorsports fleet by Jake Finch, Amber Balcaen, Toni Breidinger, and Gus Dean. Balcaen finished a career-best sixth at Daytona last season, and Dean is a former winner at Talladega Superspeedway. Breidinger closed her partial 2023 season with seven top-ten finishes in her last eight starts, including four in the top five with her best a third at Kansas Speedway in September. Finch, who won the ARCA Menards Series East race at Dover Motor Speedway last April, will look to make his first career start at Daytona; his father James Finch was the winning team owner at Daytona in both 1993 and 1996 with Jeff Purvis driving.

Perennial superspeedway contender Sean Corr, who finished third last season, is also entered as is last year’s fifth-place finisher Mandy Chick, who returns with her family-owned team. NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour standout Patrick Emerling is entered as the driver of his self-owned Emerling Motorsports Ford. Emerling’s team finished 14th in last year’s race with former Daytona pole winner Natalie Decker driving. Willie Mullins, who finished second in 2018, is also entered along with Michigan’s Scott Melton, who will shake down a pair of Fords prepared by former championship-winning crew chief and car owner Bill Kimmel.

Former ARCA Menards Series East Bounty Rookie of the Year Leland Honeyman will take to the track with Youngs Motorsports, the team he will run the full NASCAR Xfinity Series season with in 2024. Carson Kvapil, a two-time CARS Tour champion, will also participate in the weekend’s activities.

Andy Hillenburg’s Fast Track High Performance Racing Team has entered five cars for the pre-race practice, which will be shared by 13 different drivers.

Car #DriverHometownTeamMakeEngine
12Andres PerezMexico City, MexicoREV RacingChevroletIlmor
23MWillie MullinsFredericksburg, VAMullins RacingFordIlmor
33KRyan KuhnEast Bridgewater, MAMullins RacingFordIlmor
43LBlake LothianWellesley, MAMullins RacingFordIlmor
53CDavey CallihanFredericksburg, VAMullins RacingFordIlmor
66Lavar ScottCarney’s Point, NJREV RacingChevroletIlmor
77Eric CaudellPiedmont, OKCCMToyotaIlmor
88Sean CorrGoshen, NYEmpire RacingChevroletIlmor
910PEd PompaBallston Spa, NYFast Track RacingToyotaIlmor
1010SBryan Syer-Keske (RTD)Lakeville, MNFast Track RacingFordIlmor
1110HDaylan HairstonCrawford, MSFast Track RacingChevroletIlmor
1210LDylan LeBeauDaytona Beach, FLFast Track RacingChevroletIlmor
1310DBlaine DonohueCornelius, NCFast Track RacingChevroletIlmor
1410KMatt KempSawyer, MIFast Track RacingChevroletIlmor
1511RTyler Reif (RTD)Henderson, NVFast Track RacingFordIlmor
1611GJacob Goede RTD)New Germany, MNFast Track RacingToyotaIlmor
1711HMichael Hinde (RTD)Hernando, FLFast Track RacingFordIlmor
1811MChase MillerChilicothe, OHFast Track RacingFordIlmor
1912HSean Hingorani (RTD)Newport Beach, CAFast Track RacingToyotaIlmor
2012KTakuma KogaNagoya, Hichi, JapanFast Track RacingToyotaIlmor
2115Kris WrightWexford, PAVenturini MotorsportsToyotaIlmor
2217AMarco AndrettiNazareth, PACook Racing TechnologiesChevroletIlmor
2317RTanner ReifLas Vegas, NVCook Racing TechnologiesChevroletIlmor
2418SWilliam SawalichEden Praire, MNJoe Gibbs RacingToyotaIlmor
2518GTaylor GrayArtesia, NMJoe Gibbs RacingToyotaIlmor
2620Jake FinchLynn Haven, FLVenturini MotorsportsToyotaIlmor
2722Amber BalcaenWinnipeg, ManitobaVenturini MotorsportsToyotaIlmor
2825Toni BreidingerHillsborough, CAVenturini MotorsportsToyotaIlmor
2928VShane van GisbergenAukland, New ZealandPinnacle Racing GroupChevroletIlmor
3028HLandon HuffmanConnelly Springs, NCPinnacle Racing GroupChevroletIlmor
3131TTim GouletMilwaukee, WIRise MotorsportsChevroletSB2
3231RRita GouletMcCalla, ALRise MotorsportsChevroletSB2
3331CCasey CardenBraselton, GARise MotorsportsChevroletSB2
3431GMitch GibsonCoeburn, VARise MotorsportsChevroletSB2
3532Christian RoseMartinsburg, WVAM RacingFordIlmor
3634Isaac JohnsonMartinsville, INVan Alst MotorsportsChevroletIlmor
3735Greg Van AlstAnderson, INVan Alst MotorsportsChevroletIlmor
3844Thomas AnnunziataColts Neck, NJMcClure MotorsportsChevroletIlmor
3953EPatrick EmerlingOrchard Park, NYEmerling MotorsportsFordIlmor
4053KKyle KellerLas Vegas, NVKKM Driver DevelopmentFordIlmor
4153WArmani WilliamsGrosse Pointe, MIEmerling MotorsportsFordIlmor
4253MCJ McLaughlinFramingham, MAEmerling MotorsportsFordIlmor
4355Gus DeanBluffton, SCVenturini MotorsportsToyotaIlmor
4457Hunter DeshautelleAlexandria, LABrother-In-Law MotorsportsChevroletIlmor
4563John ArmendiaNew Braunfels, TXSpraker RacingChevroletIlmor
4666MMason MaggioPalm Beach, FLFast Track RacingToyotaIlmor
4766SDonovan StrausMarietta, GAFast Track RacingToyotaIlmor
4866GLance GriffithConcord, NCFast Track RacingToyotaIlmor
4966CMichael ContarinoLong Island, NYFast Track RacingToyotaIlmor
5068LGil LinsterFrisange, LuxembourgKimmel RacingFordIlmor
5169AScott MeltonRockford, MIKimmel RacingFordIlmor
5269BScott MeltonRockford, MIKimmel RacingFordIlmor
5373JAndy JankowiakTonawanda, NYKLAS MotorsportsFordIlmor
5473PAndrew PattersonDayton, OHKLAS MotorsportsFordIlmor
5574Mandy ChickDesoto, KSChick EngineeringChevroletIlmor
5675MAustin McDanielHarrisburg, NCBrother-In-Law MotorsportsChevroletIlmor
5775DBryan DauzatAlexandria, LABrother-In-Law MotorsportsChevroletIlmor
5893Caleb CostnerDallas, NCCostner Weaver MotorsportsChevroletIlmor
5997Jason KitsmillerMaysville, WVCR7 MotorsportsChevroletIlmor
6098Dale ShearerAlhambra, ILShearer Speed RacingToyotaIlmor
6199Michael MaplesChoctaw, OKFast Track RacingChevroletIlmor
6201RRyan RouletteMinot, NDFast Track RacingFordIlmor
6301CChase Burda (RTD)Columbiaville, MIFast Track RacingFordIlmor
6401JJustin Bonsignore (RTD)Holtsville, NYFast Track RacingFordIlmor
6502HLeland HoneymanMooresville, NCYoungs MotorsportsChevroletIlmor
6602BAnthony BelloNewtown, CTYoungs MotorsportsChevroletIlmor
6706DCody DennisonHokes Bluff, ALPatched to Win MotorsportsFordSB2
6806SJames Simmons, Jr.Marion, NCPatched to Win MotorsportsFordSB2
6906PBen PetersonBirmingham, ALPeterson MotorsportsFordSB2
7006MNate MoellerLafayette, OHPeterson MotorsportsFordSB2
7106SPresley SorahCambridge City, INPeterson MotorsportsFordSB2
7206OTommy O’Leary IVCygnet, OHPeterson MotorsportsFordSB2
7307Jeff ScofieldThonotosassa, FLFinney MotorsportsChevroletIlmor
74Carson KvapilMooresville, NC
75Rebecca MonopoliLakeland, FL

The 2024 ARCA Menards Series season kicks off at Daytona with practice on Thursday, February 15, General Tire Pole Qualifying on Friday, February 16, and the 61st Annual Daytona ARCA 200 set for 1:30 pm ET on Saturday, February 17. The race will be televised live on FS1 and broadcast nationwide on select affiliates of the MRN Radio Network. Live timing & scoring for all on track sessions is available at ARCARacing.com.

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). 

JRM to Commemorate Jarrett’s 25th Anniversary Celebration

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Allgaier and No. 7 Team Kick Off Jarrett’s Silver Celebration with Special Paint Scheme

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (Jan. 9, 2024) – JR Motorsports today announced that driver Justin Allgaier and the No. 7 team will commemorate partner Jarrett’s 25th anniversary with a special paint scheme in two of its six primary events in 2024. Allgaier’s No. 7 Chevrolet Camaro will feature the silver anniversary livery in races at Atlanta Motor Speedway (Feb. 24) and Martinsville Speedway (Nov. 2).

A leading provider of logistics, transportation, warehousing and fleet services, the Orrville, Ohio-based Jarrett, was founded in 1999 by CEO and President Mike Jarrett. It has since expanded its warehousing capacity in addition to opening offices in New York and North Carolina.

“It’s definitely awesome to have this opportunity to help Jarrett celebrate their 25th anniversary in such a cool way and to be able to run this great looking Camaro in both Atlanta and Martinsville,” said Allgaier. “Getting to know everyone at Jarrett over the last couple of seasons and to have them not only return to JRM for 2024, but come on board our No. 7 is definitely special.”

Jarrett manages end-to-end supply chains for domestic and international companies in a variety of industries, including automotive, aerospace and defense, industrial manufacturing, chemicals and retail.  

“I am excited to celebrate our 25th anniversary, marking a quarter century of unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation and world class service to our customers,” said CEO and President Mike Jarrett. “This significant milestone underscores our dedication to delivering unparalleled quality and value to our clients, partners and key stakeholders. 

“As we reflect upon our journey, I would like to express heartfelt gratitude to all of our employees for their hard work and dedication.  As part of our 25th anniversary, we look forward to our partnership with Justin Allgaier and the JR Motorsports team in 2024, and to seeing this special 25th anniversary scheme hit the track, beginning in Atlanta.” 

In addition to its 25th anniversary scheme, Jarrett’s standard design will be featured in events at Martinsville Speedway (April 6), Dover International Speedway (April 27), Indianapolis Motor Speedway (July 20) and the Charlotte Roval (Oct. 12).

ABOUT JARRETT:

Jarrett is an award-winning 3PL supply chain partner with operations in Logistics, Transportation, Warehousing and Fleet services. Founded in 1999, Jarrett headquarters is located in Orrville, Ohio and has client service offices in New York and North Carolina. The company’s eight core values include: Courage, Character, Civic Responsibility, Excellence, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Respect, Fairness and Compassion. Jarrett’s vision is to be a market leader in the supply chain industry by delivering world-class service to clients while staying true to family-owned values. For more information, visit www.gojarrett.com. 

ABOUT JR MOTORSPORTS:

JR Motorsports is the racing operation co-owned by NASCAR Hall of Fame member and 15-time Most Popular Driver Dale Earnhardt Jr., Kelley Earnhardt Miller and NASCAR Hall of Famer Rick Hendrick. Now in its 23rd year of overall competition, JR Motorsports competes in multiple divisions, including the NASCAR Xfinity Series where it currently fields four full-time teams and earned championships in 2014, 2017 and 2018. The company also owns seven titles in regional Late Model divisions with consecutive championships in 2022-23 and a prized national title in 2020. To learn more about the organization, its drivers and its sponsorship opportunities, visit www.jrmracing.com.

United States Air Force Set to Fly, Fight and Win with 23XI Racing and Bubba Wallace

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U.S Air Force Continues Long-Running Sponsorship in NASCAR and Reunites with Wallace

Huntersville, N.C. (Jan. 9, 2024) – 23XI Racing announced today that the United States Air Force, the world’s preeminent airpower, will serve as a primary partner with Bubba Wallace and the No. 23 Toyota Camry XSE team for several races during the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season. The partnership will include, among other aspects, a primary paint scheme and firesuit that will be unveiled at a later date. The U.S. Air Force has been a team sponsor in NASCAR since 2001 and will be reunited with Wallace, having previously sponsored his car.

The partnership between 23XI and the U.S. Air Force brings together two organizations with similar core values and missions. Both 23XI and the Air Force strive for integrity, teamwork and excellence and believe that our differences make us stronger. The partnership supports the Air Force’s mission of inspiring, engaging and recruiting the next generation of Airmen.

Throughout the year, 23XI and Wallace will host the public and Airmen at races across the country to highlight not only the excitement of NASCAR, but also the many ways in which careers and roles in the Air Force correspond to those at 23XI and in motorsports.

“It’s really special to once again be partnered with the men and women who make up the United States Air Force,” said Wallace. “My previous experience with the folks from the Air Force was awesome and I had the chance to meet a lot of great Airmen who do some amazing things each and every day. I’m looking forward to welcoming them to 23XI and showing them what we’re all about as we work together to try and accomplish the impossible.”

“The Air Force and 23XI recognize that teamwork is the most critical component in achieving success,” said Steve Lauletta, 23XI team president. “We look forward to moving forward together to achieve our collective goals both on the track and in the broader community.”

“We are thrilled to enter into this new partnership with 23XI Racing, and to once again have Bubba Wallace as our Air Force driver. This dynamic and iconic organization shares our commitment to excellence, speed, and teamwork, along with winning,” said Brigadier General Christopher Amrhein, AFRS commander. “This collaboration presents an exciting opportunity for us to connect with millions of passionate NASCAR fans and showcase the power and capabilities of the Air Force. Together, we will soar to new heights and inspire the next generation of Airmen leaders and innovators. Buckle up, because this partnership is set to accelerate our shared mission of excellence on and off the track.”

About the United States Air Force

The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win – airpower anytime, anywhere. For 2024, Air Force Recruiting Service is hiring more than 41,300 new Airmen for service in the Air Force, Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve for more than 130 enlisted career opportunities. The Air Force recruits to retain, so we recruit the best and brightest candidates possible, then provide them with tough, highly technical training that gives them the right skills to sustain the combat capability of America’s Air Force. For more information about Air Force opportunities and benefits, go to www.airforce.com.

About 23XI Racing

23XI Racing – pronounced twenty-three eleven – was founded by NBA legend Michael Jordan and three-time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin in 2020. With rising NASCAR star Bubba Wallace selected to drive the No. 23 Toyota Camry, the team made its NASCAR Cup Series debut in the 2021 Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. Wallace made history on October 4, 2021, when he captured his first career Cup Series win, becoming just the second African American to win in the Cup Series, and earning 23XI its first-ever victory. 23XI expanded to a two-car organization in 2022 with Cup Series Champion Kurt Busch driving the No. 45 Toyota Camry. With a win at Kansas Speedway in May of 2022, Busch earned 23XI the team’s first-ever playoff berth. 23XI currently features the lineup of Bubba Wallace in the No. 23 Toyota Camry and Tyler Reddick in the No. 45 Toyota Camry. In 2023, both Wallace and Reddick earned spots in the NASCAR Playoffs. The team operates out of Airspeed, a state-of-the-art facility in Huntersville, N.C. that opened in January of 2024.

SciAps Partners with New Hampshire Motor Speedway for Saturday, June 22 NASCAR Xfinity Series Race

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The SciAps 200 is NHMS’s 37th NASCAR Xfinity Series race and is part of New England’s only NASCAR weekend at “The Magic Mile.”

LOUDON, N.H. – A leading New-England-based instrumentation company is partnering with New Hampshire Motor Speedway (NHMS) on one of “The Magic Mile’s” signature events of 2024, track and company officials said today.

The SciAps 200 NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS) race on Saturday, June 22 (3:30 p.m. | USA | PRN and SiriusXM) is one of three races taking the green flag during New Hampshire’s June 22-23 NASCAR weekend, which also includes a NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) race (2:30 p.m. | USA | PRN and SiriusXM) on Sunday, June 23 and a NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour (NWMT) race on Saturday, June 22 (Time and broadcast information TBD).

SciAps, based in Woburn, Mass., builds analyzers for aerospace, military, law enforcement, oil/gas and other industries.

SciAps also sponsors RSS Racing’s No. 39 Ford for Ryan Sieg and the No. 29 Ford for C.J. McLaughlin, who is also a SciAps Northeast sales representative. McLaughlin has 26 career NXS starts since 2019, including four at “The Magic Mile.”

“We are thrilled to be partnering with New Hampshire Motor Speedway for the SciAps 200,” shared SciAps CEO Don Sackett. “At SciAps, we’re all about pushing boundaries and achieving excellence, making this collaboration a dream come true for racing fans and technology aficionados alike. As a company committed to cutting-edge technology, we find parallels in the precision and innovation showcased in NASCAR. This collaboration represents our dedication to speed, excellence and performance, both on and off the track.”

The SciAps 200 is “The Magic Mile’s” 37th NXS race. John Hunter Nemechek is the defending New Hampshire NXS race champion.

“We are always thrilled to partner with a New-England-based company such as SciAps during our NASCAR weekend,” said New Hampshire Motor Speedway Executive Vice President and General Manager David McGrath. “Like ‘The Magic Mile,’ SciAps provides world-class services to its customers every year. We can’t wait to work with SciAps to give our fans the best NASCAR experience in the country this summer!”

NHMS’s 2024 NASCAR race schedule includes:

Sunday, June 23 | 2:30 p.m.: NASCAR Cup Series race (USA | PRN | SiriusXM)
Saturday, June 22 | 3:30 p.m.: SciAps 200 NASCAR Xfinity Series race (USA | PRN | SiriusXM)
Saturday, June 22 | Time TBD: NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour race (Broadcast information TBD)

Tickets:

Log on to NHMS.com for tickets and more information on the weekend’s lineup of action-packed racing. Doubleheader Saturday tickets start at just $35 for adults while kids 12 and under are free. Sunday’s NCS race tickets start at just $49 for adults and $10 for kids 12 and under. Further details can be found on the NHMS website or by calling 833-4LOUDON.

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Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course season passes and event tickets go on sale today for 2024 races

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Five race weekends planned for 2024 spectator schedule

LEXINGTON, Ohio (Jan. 9, 2024) – Ticket sales open today at 10 a.m. ET for all five major race weekends scheduled for 2024 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. Individual events and Mid-Ohio Season Race Passes will be available at advance pricing online at midohio.com.

The 2024 Mid-Ohio spectator event schedule will cover three months this summer, beginning June 7-9 with the IMSA Sports Car 4-Hour Classic at Mid-Ohio and concluding August 16-18 with MotoAmerica Superbikes at Mid-Ohio. Fans can see all the action with the purchase of a Mid-Ohio Season Race Pass now for $464 at this special advance price through April 22, then the price increases to $545. At the standard gate pricing for all event items included, the season pass provides a $610 value.

See midohio.com for a summary of all the benefits of a 2024 Mid-Ohio Season Race Pass which includes Weekend General Admission, Grandstand Seat, Paddock Pass, Infield Parking and other exclusive offerings to enhance the Mid-Ohio experience. Plus, these purchasers will get access to club weekends not open to the general public spread across April to October.

“We encourage our fans to take advantage of our lowest prices of the season happening now,” said Craig Rust, president of Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. “We are thrilled with the schedule that we have been able to put together for 2024 with five great race weekends spread across three months and look forward to seeing all the fans at the track this summer.”

Fans purchasing individual event tickets in advance save $10 off the gate price. Also, Weekend Motorhome (includes a limited number of remaining reserved spaces) and Tent Camping are available for purchase in advance.

The 2024 Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course schedule is as follows:

June 7-9: IMSA Sports Car 4-Hour Classic at Mid-Ohio (IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge)
June 21-23: Permco Vintage Grand Prix of Mid-Ohio (Sportscar Vintage Racing Association / Trans Am / ARCA Menards Series)
July 5-7: The Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio (NTT INDYCAR SERIES event)
July 26-28: Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days (AMA’s annual motorcycling celebration)
Aug. 16-18: MotoAmerica Superbikes at Mid-Ohio (Six classes of MotoAmerica action)
*Schedule Subject to Change

To kick off the five-event spectator schedule, Mid-Ohio welcomes back the thrills of IMSA sports car racing with the IMSA Sports Car 4-Hour Classic at Mid-Ohio, featuring a four-hour Michelin Pilot Challenge endurance race. Two weeks later, the Permco Vintage Grand Prix of Mid-Ohio follows with a jam-packed weekend featuring a mix of classic and contemporary sports car racing plus an ARCA Menards Series stock car race on Friday to close the day.

July opens with Ohio’s largest annual motorsports event, The Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio headlined by the NTT INDYCAR SERIES on Fourth of July weekend. Next, shifting from four-wheel to two-wheel action, Permco AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days returns to the facility as the American Motorcyclist Association celebrates its 100th anniversary. The Mid-Ohio tradition is one of the largest annual motorcycling gatherings in the world and features racing, bike shows, the largest motorcycle swap meet in North America and more.

Finally, to wrap up the spectator schedule, MotoAmerica brings Superbike action back to Mid-Ohio for the first time since 2014. This highly-anticipated event marks the eighth round of the 2024 MotoAmerica Steel Commander Superbike Championship and will feature six different classes of two-wheel competition on the famed road course.

Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course offers one of the best family values in all of live sports and entertainment. Children 12 and under always receive free general admission when accompanied by a ticketed adult. Visit midohio.com for more information, and follow its Facebook page @MidOhioSportsCarCourse, Twitter @Mid_Ohio or Instagram @officialmidohio for the latest news. Sign up for the E-Club to be first to receive the latest offers and updates.

About Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course:

A comprehensive motorsports facility in Lexington, Ohio, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course sits on 380 acres and features a permanent road-racing circuit with two primary race track configurations: 2.4-mile, 15-turn or 2.258-mile, 13-turn layout. Located 60 miles north of Columbus and 75 miles south of Cleveland near Mansfield, the natural terrain road course is commonly referred to as the “Most Competitive in the U.S.” and annually hosts a diversity of locally, regionally and nationally-sanctioned race events for amateur, club and professional drivers and riders. It is also home to The Mid-Ohio School, featuring over 20 driving and riding courses, for teenagers to professional racers using Honda vehicles. Opened in 1962, Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course has been owned and operated by Green Savoree Mid-Ohio, LLC since 2011, just the raceway’s third private ownership group in its history.

For more information, visit midohio.com, ‘like’ its Facebook page @MidOhioSportsCarCourse or follow updates on Twitter @Mid_Ohio and Instagram @officialmidohio.

NASCAR legend Geoff Bodine to release autobiography in February

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Former Daytona 500 champion and 18-time NASCAR Cup Series winner Geoff Bodine’s book will be officially released, “All of It: Daytona 500 Champion Tells the Rest of the Story” on Tuesday, Feb. 13.

The autobiography, written in collaboration with Dominic Aragon, takes a closer look at Bodine’s life from growing up in New York to aspirations of competing in the Daytona 500, his life as a professional racecar driver, his faith and more.

“My book will help teach the non-race fan about auto racing, and for all readers,” Bodine said. “It will show how true faith in God and accepting Jesus as our Lord and Savior might give them a miracle when they need one.”

Bodine competed in NASCAR’s top division from 1979 to 2011. During that span, Bodine raced for legendary car owners, competed for championships, won the sport’s biggest race, had a fierce rivalry with the late Dale Earnhardt, competed as an owner-driver following the death of Alan Kulwicki, and survived a fiery crash in a NASCAR Truck Series race at Daytona.

The book’s cover image features an original rendering of Bodine’s No. 5 ride from Hendrick Motorsports, while the back cover shows an image of Bodine in a fire suit pointing to the back of his helmet, which reads “In God We Trust.”

The forward is written by Rick Hendrick, the legendary owner of Hendrick Motorsports, who selected Bodine to be his first driver.

Aragon and Bodine: Photo credit Dante Ricci

Aragon, editor-in-chief of The Racing Experts, teamed up with Bodine to tell this important series of stories as a way to teach readers about the history of the sport.

“It has been an absolute honor to work with Geoff on this project,” Aragon said. “Of all the people he could have worked on this story, he chose me and I am forever grateful I could have a small hand in helping Geoff tell ‘All of It.’ This book is truly a missing piece of NASCAR history, and I think readers will surely enjoy it.”

Bodine and Aragon teamed up with Trilogy Christian Publishing, the publishing arm of Trinity Broadcast Network, to publish this autobiography.

“Geoff Bodine has had an amazing life that goes well beyond NASCAR, and we are so excited to publish his first book here at TBN,” said Mark Mingle, Acquisitions Executive at Trilogy Christian Publishing. “In addition, Geoff is open about his faith in a way that is very real and authentic, and Dominic Aragon was the catalyst in putting all the pieces together for the project. We are honored to have both men in the TBN family.”

The book will retail for $24.99 and it will be available at major book retail stores, including Amazon and Barnes & Noble.

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