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Lawless Alan – Baptist Health Cancer Care 200 Race Advance

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Baptist Health Cancer Care 200 | Homestead-Miami Speedway (134 laps / 201 miles)
Saturday, October 21 | Homestead, Fla. | 12:00 p.m. ET
TV: FS1 | Radio: Motor Racing Network (MRN) and Sirius XM Ch. 90

Team: No. 45 AUTODockit Chevrolet Silverado
Driver: Lawless Alan (Los Angeles, California) | Crew Chief: Wally Rogers
Follow the Team: Twitter: @NieceMotorsport | Instagram: @NieceMotorsports | Facebook: /NieceMotorsports | Web: www.niecemotorsports.com
Follow Lawless Alan: Twitter: @lawlessalan25 | Instagram: @lawless_alan | Facebook: /LawlessAlanRacing | Web: www.lawlessalanracing.com

Talladega Recap: With no practice before qualifying, Lawless Alan’s first laps of the weekend were turned during qualifying. Alan and the No. 45 team qualified the AUTOParkit Chevrolet in the 21st-position for the afternoon race at Talladega Superspeedway. Alan ran a clean race and avoided the accidents, bringing home a career-best 10th-place finish.

Alan on Last Race at Talladega Superspeedway: “I’m really proud of this whole AUTOParkit team,” said Alan. “We ran a clean race and avoided the chaos. We knew it would be a matter of keeping our nose clean to be around at the end. We stuck to our plan and had a solid result to show for it.”

Alan on Saturday’s race at Homestead-Miami Speedway: “I’m excited to get to Homestead this weekend,” said Alan. “We’re coming off a solid finish at Talladega, and I’d love to continue to build on that momentum this weekend. I know we’ll have a strong AUTODockit Chevrolet. I’m hopeful that we’ll get some laps under our belt in practice and have a solid qualifying lap to put us in a good spot on Saturday afternoon.”

By the Numbers: Alan will make his second NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series start at Homestead-Miami Speedway on Saturday.

On the Truck: The No. 45 Chevrolet Silverado will carry the AUTODockit colors this weekend at Homestead-Miami Speedway. AUTODockit delivers fully automated boat storage. Boats are safely stored indoors in a rack and rail system, protected within a site-specific hurricane-protected structure.

About Niece Motorsports:
Niece Motorsports is owned by United States Marine Corps Veteran Al Niece. In 2023, Niece Motorsports enters its eighth season in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. Niece also owns Niece Equipment, which has for over 40 years provided clients with reliable products at competitive prices. Niece Equipment’s reputation is built on service, integrity and dependability. The company provides water and fuel/lube trucks that are engineered with quality and durability in mind for the construction and mining industry. Follow the team on Facebook and Instagram @NieceMotorsports as well as X @NieceMotorsport.

Media Inquiries: media@niecemotorsports.com | www.niecemotorsports.com

About AUTODockit:
AUTODockit delivers fully automated boat storage. Boats are safely stored indoors in a rack and rail system, protected within a site-specific hurricane-protected structure. Vessels are placed in Rack Storage structures of unoccupied space driven by industrial automation technology. AUTODockit uses the same trusted and proven modular scalable architecture from AUTOParkit™ a market leader in Autonomous Parking Systems. AUTODockit uses all electric motors and does NOT use forklifts, overhead cranes, robotics, hydraulics, or pneumatics. Travel lanes are significantly reduced in AUTODockit sites allowing increased storage capacity and maximizing revenue.

AUTODockit provides two solutions: Coastal and Inland. AUTODockit Costal lifts boats directly from the water while AUTODockit Inland is for trailered boats.

About AUTOParkit:
AUTOParkit™ designs, manufactures, and constructs fully automated parking systems for new and existing buildings. AUTOParkit system structural steel and modular design can provide double the capacity of a traditional parking garage, providing up to 17 LEED points and drastically reducing construction time.

AUTOParkit automated systems are 40 percent less expensive to operate, safer for the user and reduces carbon emissions associated with parking by more than 80 percent. AUTOParkit’s charging pallets provided by AUTOChargit, are a fast and convenient way of charging EVs and Hybrids. AUTOChargit’s patented technology allows for shuffling charged vehicles cutting infrastructure costs by up to 80 percent.

For more information on AUTOParkit, visit www.autoparkit.com

About AUTOChargit:
AUTOChargit designs, manufactures and installs EV charging systems for automated and conventional parking applications. AUTOChargit can decrease capital expenditures by up to 75 percent by providing automated coupling and decoupling of EV charging stalls from the power source. For conventional parking applications, a single 40-AMP circuit coupled with a single AUTOChargit System can be multiplexed to four, eight, or 12 stalls. Each charging stall is individually metered for the exact tracking of electricity usage. The AUTOParkit Mobile APP provides a touchless experience for the user.

Bayley Currey – Baptist Health Cancer Care 200 Race Advance

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Baptist Health Cancer Care 200 | Homestead-Miami Speedway (134 laps / 201 miles)
Saturday, October 21 | Homestead, Fla. | 12:00 p.m. ET
TV: FS1 | Radio: Motor Racing Network (MRN) and Sirius XM Ch. 90

Team: No. 41 Unishippers Chevrolet Silverado
Driver: Bayley Currey (Driftwood, Texas) | Crew Chief: Mike Hillman Jr.
Follow the Team: Twitter: @NieceMotorsport | Instagram: @NieceMotorsports | Facebook: /NieceMotorsports | Web: www.niecemotorsports.com
Follow Bayley Currey: Twitter: @BayleyCurrey | Instagram: @bayleycurrey05 | Facebook: /bayleycurrey05 | Web: www.bcurrey.com/

Talladega Recap: Bayley Currey and the No. 41 Unishippers Chevrolet took to the 2.66-mile Talladega Superspeedway for the first time on Saturday morning for qualifying. The No. 41 lined up 27th to start the afternoon’s race. Currey battled for position in the pack until an accident on Lap 60 ended his day early. The No. 41 was credited with a 31st-place finish.

Currey on Last Race at Talladega Superspeedway: “That was a disappointing way to end our day,” said Currey. “I know we had a fast Unishippers Chevrolet, but unfortunately we didn’t get the result to show for it. I’m looking forward to rebounding in Homestead.”

Currey on Saturday’s Race at Homestead-Miami Speedway: “Homestead is a fun track to race at,” said Currey. “Things are definitely a little more in the driver’s hands than at a track like Talladega. I know we’ll have a fast Unishippers Chevrolet on Saturday. I’m looking forward to putting together a solid day with this 41 team.”

By The Numbers: Currey will make his second NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series start at Homestead-Miami Speedway on Saturday afternoon. His most recent Truck Series start at the Florida track came in 2017. Currey also has four NASCAR Xfinity Series starts at Homestead, with his best finish of 13th coming last season.

On the Truck: Currey’s No. 41 Unishippers Chevrolet Silverado will race with support from the WWEX Group of brands, which comprises Worldwide Express, Unishippers and GlobalTranz, and offers full-service logistics expertise to more than 115,000 customers across the country.

About Niece Motorsports:
Niece Motorsports is owned by United States Marine Corps Veteran Al Niece. In 2023, Niece Motorsports enters its eighth season in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. Niece also owns Niece Equipment, which has for over 40 years provided clients with reliable products at competitive prices. Niece Equipment’s reputation is built on service, integrity and dependability. The company provides water and fuel/lube trucks that are engineered with quality and durability in mind for the construction and mining industry. Follow the team on Facebook and Instagram @NieceMotorsports as well as X @NieceMotorsport.

Media Inquiries: media@niecemotorsports.com | www.niecemotorsports.com

About WWEX Group:
The WWEX Group of brands, which comprises Worldwide Express, GlobalTranz and Unishippers, offers full-service logistics expertise to more than 121,000 customers across the country. With access to industry-leading small package, truckload, less-than-truckload and managed transportation solutions, its customers benefit from enhanced visibility and value for their supply chains. The company is the second-largest privately held freight brokerage and largest non-retail UPS Authorized Reseller® in the U.S., with an annual systemwide revenue nearing $5 billion through a network of company-owned, franchise and agent locations. A highly selective carrier portfolio, proprietary technology, unique data assets and business intelligence capabilities provide clients with unmatched options and flexibility to meet their shipping needs. To learn more about WWEX Group, visit www.wwexgroup.com.

Carson Hocevar – Baptist Health Cancer Care 200 Race Advance

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Baptist Health Cancer Care 200 | Homestead-Miami Speedway (134 laps / 201 miles)
Saturday, October 21 | Homestead, Fla. | 12:00 p.m. ET
TV: FS1 | Radio: Motor Racing Network (MRN) and Sirius XM Ch. 90

Team: No. 42 Worldwide Express Chevrolet Silverado
Driver: Carson Hocevar (Portage, Michigan) | Crew Chief: Phil Gould
Follow the Team: Twitter: @NieceMotorsport | Instagram: @NieceMotorsports | Facebook: /NieceMotorsports | Web: www.niecemotorsports.com
Follow Carson Hocevar: Twitter: @CarsonHocevar | Instagram: @CarsonHocevar | Facebook: /carsonhocevarracing | Web: www.CarsonHocevar.com

Talladega Recap: Carson Hocevar and the No. 42 Worldwide Express team advanced to the second round of qualifying at Talladega Superspeedway, ultimately ending with a seventh-place starting position for the afternoon’s race. Hocevar battled toward the front of the pack early, taking the lead for the first time on Lap 32. Hocevar ran a clean race, until being collected in the ‘Big One’ with just a handful of laps left. With minimal damage and four fresh tires, Hocevar rebounded to 11th.

Hocevar on Last Race at Talladega Superspeedway: “After the last two seasons at Talladega, I’m relieved to come out of there with an 11th-place finish in our Worldwide Express Chevrolet,” said Hocevar. “It was a wild one out there, but this finish puts us in a good spot heading to Homestead.”

The ‘Round of 8’: Saturday’s race at Homestead-Miami Speedway marks the final race in the ‘Round of 8’ in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series playoffs. The top four drivers will advance to the ‘Championship 4’ in the final race of the season at Phoenix Raceway. Hocevar and the No. 42 Worldwide Express team currently rank second in the playoff standings, 23 points above the cutline.

Hocevar on Saturday’s Race at Homestead-Miami Speedway: “I’m pumped to get to Homestead with our Worldwide Express Chevrolet and this Niece Motorsports group,” said Hocevar. “We’ve battled hard all season long and I feel like we are in a good spot heading into the last race of this round. We need to be smart and run a clean race. I know this group has been working hard on our Chevrolet, so I know we’ll have a strong piece this weekend.”

By The Numbers: In one previous Truck Series start at Homestead-Miami Speedway, which came last season, Hocevar started 22nd and finished the day in 12th.

On the Truck: Hocevar’s No. 42 Worldwide Express Chevrolet Silverado will race with support from the WWEX Group of brands, which comprises Worldwide Express, Unishippers and GlobalTranz, and offers full-service logistics expertise to more than 115,000 customers across the country.

About Niece Motorsports:
Niece Motorsports is owned by United States Marine Corps Veteran Al Niece. In 2023, Niece Motorsports enters its eighth season in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. Niece also owns Niece Equipment, which has for over 40 years provided clients with reliable products at competitive prices. Niece Equipment’s reputation is built on service, integrity and dependability. The company provides water and fuel/lube trucks that are engineered with quality and durability in mind for the construction and mining industry. Follow the team on Facebook and Instagram @NieceMotorsports as well as X @NieceMotorsport.

Media Inquiries: media@niecemotorsports.com | www.niecemotorsports.com

About WWEX Group:
The WWEX Group of brands, which comprises Worldwide Express, GlobalTranz and Unishippers, offers full-service logistics expertise to more than 121,000 customers across the country. With access to industry-leading small package, truckload, less-than-truckload and managed transportation solutions, its customers benefit from enhanced visibility and value for their supply chains. The company is the second-largest privately held freight brokerage and largest non-retail UPS Authorized Reseller® in the U.S., with an annual systemwide revenue nearing $5 billion through a network of company-owned, franchise and agent locations. A highly selective carrier portfolio, proprietary technology, unique data assets and business intelligence capabilities provide clients with unmatched options and flexibility to meet their shipping needs. To learn more about WWEX Group, visit www.wwexgroup.com.

Eckes returns to McAnally-Hilgemann Racing for 2024 Truck Series season

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Photo by Mitchell Pavel for SpeedwayMedia.com.

Christian Eckes will retain full-time driving responsibilities of the No. 19 Chevrolet Silverado RST for McAnally-Hilgemann Racing in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series for the 2024 season.

The news comes as the 22-year-old Eckes from Greenville, New York, is currently embarking in his third full-time campaign in the Truck circuit and first with McAnally-Hilgemann Racing. Embarking on a career year, he has notched a career-high three victories, three poles, nine top-five results, 12 top-10 results, 315 laps led and an average-finishing result of 11.2 through 21-scheduled starts. He is also one of eight competitors currently contending for one of four Championship 4 round spots in this year’s Truck Series Playoffs as he is nine points above the top-four cutline approaching this weekend’s Round of 8 finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

In addition to Eckes, Charles Denike, who joined McAnally-Hilgemann Racing midway into the 2022 season, will remain as the crew chief of the No. 19 entry that will continue to be sponsored by NAPA Auto Care.

“I’m very excited to return to the No. 19 Silverado next season with Charles [Denike] and our entire NAPA Auto Care team,” Eckes said. “Our current main priority is trying to cap 2023 off with a championship, but having the opportunity to build upon our successes and continue growing MHR is something I’m really looking forward to in 2024. It’s been a pleasure to work with the NAPA store owners, NAPA shop owners, suppliers, and everyone in the NAPA Network. I’m thrilled to continue that relationship, and ready for another great year with all our amazing partners.”

Eckes, the 2019 ARCA Menards Series champion and winners of the 2016 Snowball Derby and Myrtle Beach 400 events, made his inaugural presence in the Truck Series at Iowa Speedway in June 2018, where he piloted the No. 46 Kyle Busch Motorsports Toyota Tundra to an impressive eighth-place finish in his debut. He proceeded to make three additional Truck starts for KBM throughout the 2018 season, where he earned two additional top-10 results, before making eight starts in the No. 51 KBM entry in 2019. After notching three poles, three top-five results, four top-10 results and playing a key hand in delivering the owner’s championship for KBM in 2019, Eckes graduated to a full-time Truck role in KBM’s No. 18 entry for the 2020 season.

Despite making the 2020 Truck Playoffs and finishing in eighth place in the final standings in a season where he accumulated seven top-five results, 11 top-10 results and an average-finishing result of 12.3, Eckes was released by KBM at season’s end. He ended up joining ThorSport Racing on a part-time basis in 2021, where he recorded two top-10 results in his first eight starts. Then at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in September 2021, Eckes led the final four laps en route to his first Truck Series career victory as part of a historic 1-2-3-4 finish for ThorSport Racing. He remained with ThorSport as a full-time competitor in 2022, where he achieved eight top-five results, 15 top-10 results and an average-finishing result of 10.9. He also made the 2022 Truck Playoffs before settling in eighth place in the final standings.

This season, Eckes, who transitioned from ThorSport to McAnally-Hilgemann Racing, claimed his first Truck victory of 2023 and the second of his career at Atlanta Motor Speedway in March. He proceeded to win at Darlington Raceway in May before achieving his third and latest victory to date at Kansas Speedway in September. He is coming off a runner-up result at Bristol Motor Speedway and a 19th-place run at Talladega Superspeedway throughout the Playoffs Round of 8 as he aims to make the Championship 4 round and contend for his first Truck Series title.

Through 89 current starts in the Truck Series, Eckes has achieved four victories, six poles, 29 top-five results, 50 top-10 results, 735 laps led and an average-finishing result of 11.7.

“Christian coming in has been a major boost to elevate our race team to another level,” Bill McAnally, owner of McAnally-Hilgemann Racing, added. “To have the success we’ve had this season is even sweeter when you can share it with long-time partners like NAPA and all the owners, customers, and suppliers nationwide. We’re excited and looking forward to keeping the No. 19 group together next season, but we want to finish the job this season in Phoenix for everyone in the NAPA Network.”

Eckes’ confirmation of returning to McAnally-Hilgemann Racing completes another missing piece to the team’s lineup for the 2024 season and it comes nearly a month after Daniel Dye announced his move to the team for the upcoming Truck season. It also comes two days after current competitor Jake Garcia took to social media to announce his plans of leaving the team at this season’s conclusion.

With his plans for the 2024 season set, Eckes’ next Truck Series scheduled start is set to occur this Saturday, October 21, at Homestead-Miami Speedway for the Round of 8 finale. The event’s broadcast time is slated to occur at noon ET on FS1.

Toyota Racing – Weekly Preview – 10.18.23

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This Week in Motorsports: October 16 – 22, 2023

· NCS/NXS/NCTS: Homestead-Miami Speedway – October 20-22
· ARCA WEST: Madera Speedway – October 21

PLANO, Texas (October 18, 2023) – NASCAR’s three national series head to Homestead-Miami Speedway for the final intermediate track of the season. All three series continue their Playoffs’ Round of 8, with this weekend serving as the cutoff race for the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series before the Championship 4. ARCA West heads to Madera Speedway in the penultimate race of its season.

NASCAR National Series – NCS | NXS | NCTS

Toyota drivers right around Playoff cutline … After Sunday’s race in Las Vegas, the four remaining Toyota Playoff drivers are slightly above or below the points cutline as the Cup Series Round of 8 continues. Joe Gibbs Racing’s Denny Hamlin and Martin Truex Jr. are on the right side of the line, both two points above. Their teammate, Christopher Bell, and 23XI Racing’s Tyler Reddick come into Miami with ground to gain, as Bell is two points below the cutline and Reddick 16 under.

One more to 500 … After Bell’s blistering pole at Las Vegas last weekend, Toyota now stands one pole position away from 500 in NASCAR competition. The first Toyota pole came at Atlanta Motor Speedway in 2004 in the Truck Series from David Reutimann. Last weekend’s pole was also Bell’s sixth of the season and the 10th of his career. The Norman, Oklahoma, native has the most poles in the Cup Series this season, and Toyota added another to its manufacturer-leading total (14) on the season.

A second HOMEstead for Toyota drivers … Homestead-Miami Speedway is a favorable circuit for the Toyota Cup Series drivers. Of the notable statistics at the South Florida track, Truex Jr. has finished in the top-10 in six of the last seven races; Hamlin has six of the last eight poles to go along with three career wins; Reddick has two top-fives in three Cup starts, along with two Xfinity Series wins (2018 and 2019); and Bubba Wallace won the 2014 Truck Series race.

Xfinity Series Playoff drivers in the thick of championship hunt … With a second-place finish last weekend, John Hunter Nemechek extended his buffer over the points cutline to 47 with two races remaining in the Xfinity Series Round of 8. The Joe Gibbs Racing driver still stands atop the points standings, 26 points in front of second place. His teammate, Sammy Smith, is currently seventh in the standings, 35 points below the cutline.

Nemechek continues impressive Playoff run … Having solid, consistent finishes is key to advancing in the Playoffs, which is exactly what Nemechek is doing in the 2023 Xfinity Series Playoffs. The 26-year-old has six consecutive top-10s heading into Homestead this weekend, which includes his Kansas and Texas victories. A win this week or next in Martinsville clinches him into the Championship 4 at Phoenix.

Truck Series Playoffs resume … After a three-week break, the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series continues its Round of 8 at Homestead. Toyota driver, Corey Heim, has already clinched his way to the Championship 4 with his win at Bristol in September. The TRICON Garage driver, who announced on Monday that he will return to the team in 2024, has this week to get through before the championship race in Phoenix in two weeks.

Favorable circuit for Friesen … Halmar-Friesen’s Stewart Friesen has performed well over the years at Homestead-Miami Speedway. The 40-year-old Canadian has three career top-10s at the South Florida speedway to go along with a pole in 2019. Another top-10 at this track would be Friesen’s seventh of the 2023 season.

NASCAR Regional Series – ARCA West

Hingorani continues points lead with two races remaining … Ahead of this weekend’s ARCA Menards Series West race at Madera Speedway, Sean Hingorani has the championship lead. This will be Hingorani’s first start at Madera Speedway as he seeks his fifth win of the season.

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in North America for more than 65 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our more than 1,800 dealerships.

Toyota directly employs more than 63,000 people in North America who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of nearly 45 million cars and trucks at our 13 manufacturing plants. By 2025, Toyota’s 14th plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, Toyota currently offers 24 electrified options.

JR Motorsports — NXS Homestead Preview

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JR MOTORSPORTS TEAM PREVIEW:
TRACK: Homestead-Miami Speedway
RACE: Contender Boats 300 (200 laps / 300 miles)
DATE: Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023

Broadcast Information – TV: 3 p.m. ET on USA / Radio: 2:30 p.m. ET on MRN and Sirius XM Ch. 90

Sam Mayer
No. 1 Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions Chevrolet

  • Sam Mayer heads to Homestead-Miami Speedway for the second race in the Round of 8 on the heels of a two-race streak that includes one win and two top-five finishes.
  • Mayer will be making only his second start at the 1.5-mile track after finishing fifth in this race last season.
  • The Franklin, Wis. native is currently sixth in the NXS Playoff standings, 16 markers under the playoff cutline after a strong fifth-place finish at Las Vegas Motor Speedway last weekend.

Josh Berry
No. 8 Tire Pros Chevrolet

  • Josh Berry enters this weekend at Homestead seeking victory in just his fourth start on the 1.5-mile South Florida oval.
  • In three previous starts there, Berry’s best finish is 10th, earned in the spring of 2021. In this race last season, the Tennessee native finished 11th.
  • Berry is also seeking his fourth win on a 1.5-mile track. His three previous wins on such circuits came at Las Vegas (2021, 2022) and at Charlotte (2022).

Brandon Jones
No. 9 Menards/Pelonis Chevrolet

  • Brandon Jones has made eight starts in South Beach in the NXS and has recorded two top fives and five top 10s. In his last six starts at Homestead, Jones has only one finish outside of the top 10 and holds an impressive average finish of 7.1 in that same span.
  • Jones’ average finish of 9.0 in eight starts at Homestead ranks as the third-best for the 26-year-old at active tracks in the NXS.
  • The Atlanta, Ga. native has finished in the top 10 in three of the last five events dating back to Kansas Speedway in September where he finished in the second position.

Justin Allgaier
No. 7 hellowater Chevrolet

  • Justin Allgaier enters the second race in the Round of 8 in the NXS Playoffs as the second seed, 21 points above the playoff cutline with two races remaining in the round.
  • Allgaier has scored a best finish of sixth at the Miami oval, coming in this event in 2016.
  • The Illinois native has been strong on mile-and-a-half tracks in 2023, going to Victory Lane at Charlotte Motor Speedway in May and winning the pole in two of the last three 1.5-mile events.

Dale Earnhardt Jr.
No. 88 Bass Pro Shops Club Card Chevrolet

  • Dale Earnhardt Jr. makes his return to Homestead for the first time since 2020 in NXS competition behind the wheel of the No. 88 Bass Pro Shops Chevrolet.
  • The two-time NXS Champion came home with a fifth-place finish in that event in 2020.
  • In six career NXS starts at Homestead, Earnhardt Jr. has scored two top fives and four top 10s. His best finish of second came in the 1999 season finale en route to his most recent NXS championship.
  • In his first NXS start this season at Bristol, Earnhardt Jr. ran up front for much of the night, leading 47 of 300 laps.

“I am super excited to get back to Homestead this week as we had a really good run there last season. We did not have the best points day in Vegas so I am really hopeful we can pull through and have a better day in Miami. This No. 1 JRM team has worked so hard all year long and I can’t thank them enough for helping get us this far in the playoffs.“ – Sam Mayer

“Heading into this second race in the Round of 8 we know what we need to do. If we can go out and execute like we have been all season long I see no reason why we won’t be in a strong position to make our way to Phoenix with this hellowater Chevrolet. We’re ready to go.” – Justin Allgaier

“Homestead is a track where you have to be good on the high groove, and we’ll give it our best shot on Saturday. We just need some consistency in these races, and we’re working hard to achieve that. I’ve had good cars there, but not the luck that you need to compete for the win. Looking forward to having Tire Pros back with us this week and getting them into Victory Lane.” – Josh Berry

“Homestead is a track that has been pretty good to me in the past and I am really looking forward to building on the momentum from last weekend in Vegas. This Menards/Pelonis team has given me really great cars the last few weeks and this weekend should be more of the same. Hopefully we can put it all together and get another solid finish this weekend.” – Brandon Jones

“It feels good to get back behind the wheel in the Xfinity Series with JR Motorsports again this weekend. We had a good run going at Bristol, and we’re heading to another track I’ve always loved racing at, Homestead. I’m excited to have my buddy Johnny (Morris) and Bass Pro Shops on the car.” – Dale Earnhardt Jr.

JRM Team Updates:

  • JRM at Homestead: JR Motorsports has competed in South Beach 54 times in the NXS. In those starts at the 1.5-mile oval, the
    organization has recorded three wins (2012, 2017 and 2022), 11 top fives and 26 top 10s. The No. 9 team is the most recent
    winner for JRM at Homestead after taking the checkered at this race last season.
  • Souvenir Rig: JR Motorsports drivers Justin Allgaier, Josh Berry, Sam Mayer and Brandon Jones will be at the JRM/Legacy MC
    souvenir rig on Saturday, Oct. 21 from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Team Chevy Display: JRM drivers Justin Allgaier, Josh Berry, Sam Mayer and Brandon Jones will be at the Team Chevy display
    located in the Homestead-Miami Speedway fan zone on Saturday, Oct. 21 at the following times:
  • Justin Allgaier: 12:10 p.m. to 12:25 p.m.
  • Sam Mayer: 1 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
  • Brandon Jones: 1:15 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
  • Josh Berry: 1:30 p.m. to 1:45 p.m.

The Popularity of Online Games: Exploring the Reasons

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Online games have taken the world by storm, captivating millions of players from various corners of the globe. The allure of online gaming is undeniable as it continues to thrive and evolve year after year. But what exactly are the reasons behind the widespread fascination with online games, and why have they become such a dominant force in the entertainment industry? Let’s delve into some of the key factors that contribute to the popularity of online gaming.

1. Accessibility and Convenience: One of the primary reasons for the immense popularity of online games is their accessibility and convenience. Unlike traditional video games, which often require dedicated gaming consoles or PCs, online games can be played on a wide range of devices, from smartphones and tablets to laptops and desktop computers. The ability to play anytime, anywhere, as long as you have an internet connection, is a game-changer.

2. Variety of Genres: Online games offer an incredible variety of genres to suit every taste. From action-packed first-person shooters to immersive role-playing games, and even casino games like House of Pokies, there’s something for everyone. The diversity in game genres ensures that players can always find something that piques their interest.

3. Social Interaction: Online games provide a platform for social interaction that transcends physical boundaries. Players can connect with friends, family, or even complete strangers from different parts of the world. This social aspect of gaming fosters friendships and community building, making it a popular pastime for those seeking social connections.

4. Competitive Spirit: The competitive nature of online games is a significant driving force behind their popularity. Players can test their skills and strategies against others in real-time, and the prospect of victory and recognition fuels their desire to keep playing and improving.

5. Continuous Updates and Improvements: Online game developers often release updates and expansions to keep the experience fresh and engaging. This constant evolution ensures that players always have something new to look forward to, preventing the games from becoming stale.

6. In-Game Rewards and Achievements: Many online games offer in-game rewards, achievements, and a progression system that motivates players to keep playing. These incentives provide a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction, making players want to reach the next level or achieve the next milestone.

7. Escapism and Entertainment: Online games offer a form of escapism and entertainment that allows players to temporarily escape from the stresses of everyday life. They provide an immersive experience that can be a welcome distraction from the challenges and worries of the real world. For example, role-playing games like Final Fantasy XIV offer players a rich, immersive world to explore, filled with epic quests and dynamic storylines. FFXIV Lodestone enhances this experience by providing detailed insights into in-game character profiles, progress tracking, and community updates, allowing players to stay connected and fully immersed in the game’s evolving world.

8. Streaming and eSports: The rise of streaming platforms like Twitch and the emergence of eSports have made online gaming a spectator sport. Many people enjoy watching skilled players compete or provide entertaining commentary on their favorite games, further fueling the gaming community’s growth.

9. Technological Advancements: Technological advancements have significantly improved the quality of online games. High-definition graphics, realistic physics, and immersive virtual reality experiences have made the gaming world more enticing and engaging.

In the midst of the myriad of online games, “House of Pokies” stands as a prime example of the appeal of online casino games. With its wide selection of slot machines and card games, it offers players the thrill of gambling from the comfort of their own homes. The convenience and excitement of playing popular casino games online have undoubtedly contributed to their widespread popularity.

In conclusion, the popularity of online games can be attributed to a combination of factors, including accessibility, variety, social interaction, competitiveness, regular updates, rewards, escapism, entertainment, streaming, and technological advancements. The gaming industry continues to evolve, and as long as developers keep innovating and providing captivating experiences, the allure of online games is likely to persist and grow. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a dedicated enthusiast, the world of online gaming has something for everyone, making it a global phenomenon that shows no signs of slowing down.

Jack Wood – No. 51 High Fives Foundation Silverado Craftsman Trucks Homestead-Miami Preview

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Jack Wood: Driver, No. 51 High Fives Foundation Chevrolet

 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Overview:
Event: Baptist Health 200, Race 22 of 23, 134 Laps- 30/30/74; 201 Miles
Location: Homestead-Miami Speedway (1.5-mile, oval)
Date/Broadcast: Oct. 21, 2023, at noon ET on FS1, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR 90

Get to Know Jack:

Jack Wood will make his 12th NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series start of 2023 for Kyle Busch Motorsports (KBM) behind the wheel of the No. 51 High Fives Foundation Chevrolet in Saturday’s Baptist Health 200 at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Wood has finished inside the top 10 in two of his 11 Truck Series starts this season, including a career-best ninth-place finish at Texas Motor Speedway in April. The California native has qualified inside the top 10 for seven of 11 Truck Series events this season, with a season-best qualifying effort of second coming at Texas. Across 46 career Truck Series starts, Wood has produced five laps led and three top-10 finishes. He has just one prior start at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

The High Fives Foundation, a non-profit organization that aims to be the leader of education and recovery of life-altering injuries in outdoor action sports, will serve as the primary sponsor on Wood’s No. 51 Silverado Saturday. As a non-profit organization, the High Fives Foundation has become the safety net of the outdoor community. Through grants that supply adaptive sports equipment, their rehab center, and a variety of programs, they help our athletes get back to physical activities. The bedtop of Wood’s Chevrolet Saturday will feature the names of over 700 of the High Five Foundation’s Adaptive Athletes.

Wood has two top-five and six top-10 finishes with an average result of 10.4 across eight ARCA Menards Series starts this season for Rev Racing. Across 17 career ARCA Menards Series starts he has recorded three top-five and 10 top-10 finishes resulting in an average finish of 12.2.

The No. 51 team qualified for the owner’s playoffs after finishing seventh in the regular season owner point standings but did not make it out of the Round of 10. Across 21 starts in 2023, the team has recorded two wins, one pole, 170 laps led, seven top-five and 10 top-10 finishes resulting in an average finish of 14.2. Owner-driver Kyle Busch recorded both of the 51 team’s victories winning the second race of the season at Las Vegas Motor Speedway and most recently collecting his organization’s historic 100th win July 22 at Pocono Raceway.

Veteran crew chief Brian Pattie is calling the shots for the No. 51 team this year in his first season at KBM after spending the last 14 seasons atop the pit box in the NASCAR Cup Series. It took the veteran signal caller just two races to get his first win at KBM, winning with owner-driver Kyle Busch at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The duo won again in July at Pocono Raceway and collected KBM’s 100th career Truck Series victory. In the Cup Series, his drivers produced six wins, nine poles, 57 top-five and 131 top-10 finishes across 528 starts. The Florida native has also recorded 11 wins in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, and now has three wins as a crew chief in the Truck Series. This will be Pattie’s first time atop the pit box for a race at Homestead-Miami in the Truck Series. Across 14 Cup Series starts, his best result was a runner-up finish with Clint Bowyer in 2012. In Xfinity Series action at the Florida track, he has two wins, both coming with Joe Nemechek behind the wheel (1999 and 2001).
Jack Wood, Driver Q&A:

Homestead is unique for a mile-and-a-half track. Talk about how you will prepare for this weekend?

“I feel like this is the track I struggled at the most last year. As far as my preparation, I have done film study, iRacing, and talked to as many people as I can — much like I’ve done for other races in the past. We’ve had multiple sim sessions for this race which is something that we normally don’t get. Hopefully, that means I have a better feel for what I need and I’m sure the truck will be fast. It will just be about getting me to where I need to be to execute the right way. It will be a lot of work going into it, but I think the uniqueness of this racetrack will make it fun. I always like a new challenge.”

High Fives Foundation is back on the truck this week. Does this partnership mean more after attending one of their events recently?

“It was cool to be able to go down to Waco, Texas to wake surf with them. We had them on our truck at Kansas and I got to meet Roy Tuscany (Founder & CEO, High Fives) but then to go meet a lot of the athletes firsthand just makes it more meaningful. I’m excited to have them back on the truck a second time this year, it’s going to mean a lot more to me now. Hopefully, we can go out there and get a good run for them.”

What does it mean to be carrying the athletes’ names on the bedtop of your truck this weekend?

“I think it’s cool. A lot of them got injured doing what I did growing up, ski racing. There’s a connection to what I used to do with what I do now. Just being around these people and their positivity. To be able to honor them and do something cool for them, even if it’s just seeing a text with a picture of their name on the back of the truck, is special. It means a lot more to me doing this a second time around, now that I’ve got to meet these athletes firsthand.”

Jack Wood Career Highlights:

  • Has produced three top-10 finishes across 46 career starts in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. Posted a series-best ninth-place finish at Texas Motor Speedway in April.
  • Has compiled 14 laps led, three top-five and 10 top-10 finishes across 17 career ARCA Menards Series events.
  • Has totaled three top-five and eight top-10 finishes across 12 career starts in the ARCA Menards West Series.
  • Compiled one top-five and three top-10 finishes across 24 starts in the SRL Spears Southwest Tour from 2017 to 2021.
  • Jack Wood’s No. 51 High Fives Foundation Chevrolet Silverado RST:

KBM-74: The No. 51 High Fives team will unload KBM-74 for Saturday’s race at Homestead-Miami Speedway. KBM owner-driver Kyle Busch led a race-high 84 laps en route to victory with this Silverado earlier this year at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Most recently Wood was relegated to a 30th-place finish with this truck after getting caught up in an early accident at Nashville Superspeedway in June.

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KBM Notes of Interest:

  • KBM drivers have collected five wins, one pole, 416 laps led, 12 top-five and 18 top-10 finishes resulting in an average finish of 10.6 across 32 starts at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Owner-driver Kyle Busch has three victories at Homestead-Miami, winning most recently in 2020 as well as in 2010 and 2013. Darrell Wallace Jr. (2014) and William Byron (2016) each have one victory at the Florida track.
  • KBM holds the Craftsman Truck Series records for most career wins (100) and most wins in a single season (14 in 2014). Kyle Busch picked up his organization’s first-ever win at Nashville Superspeedway in April of 2010 and also picked up its 100th Truck Series victory at Pocono Raceway in July of 2023. In addition to collecting a series-record seven owner’s championships, the organization has produced two championship-winning drivers: Erik Jones (2015) and Christopher Bell (2017).
  • With 42 victories, the No. 51 is the winningest number in KBM’s Truck Series fleet.

PSSA Announces 2024 Schedule

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Series Will Feature a National, East, West and Constructor’s Championship, Five Venues Added

CHARLOTTE (October 17, 2023) – Prototype Sprint Series Association presented by Hankook (PSSA) has announced its 2024 schedule. Marking its sophomore season, the series will once again provide the owners of prototype race cars with the opportunity to compete in a sprint race format across the country. Increasing from 8 to 12 events, the 2024 season will mark the debut of the PSSA East and PSSA West championship titles, and will crown a National champion.

“We’re excited to announce the 2024 schedule for the Prototype Sprint Series Association presented by Hankook,” said Rob Elson, Technical Director of PSSA. “We’ve had a successful inaugural season, and with continued support from great partners like Hankook, Radical, Revolution and Ligier, we expect to see even more growth in 2024. We continue to add eligible chassis, opening up the series to even more potential, and now we’re adding five new venues, with Thunderhill, Eagles Canyon, Lime Rock, Portland and Watkins Glen all included on next year’s schedule. We’re just getting started with PSSA, and we can’t wait to see how its potential unfolds.”

With events planned coast to coast, racers will be able to contend for the PSSA East or PSSA West championship, or take on everyone to compete for the National title. Nearly 20 chassis will be eligible for competition, and drivers must hold either an SVRA Competition License or SVRA Super License (or equivalent), depending on which class they compete in. Weekends feature five on-track sessions, including two feature races, and Hankook racing tires are required for all on-track activity.

The 2024 PSSA East season will kick off with a new event at Eagles Canyon Raceway before returning to the site of the inaugural PSSA race—Road Atlanta. From there, PSSA East and PSSA West competitors will take on Road America for the first of two combination events planned for 2024, followed by the East contenders ushering in PSSA’s debut at Lime Rock Park. Racers will then visit two of the most historic tracks in America, with events at Watkins Glen International and VIRginia International Raceway, before crowning the champion in a second East/West combination event at Circuit of The Americas (COTA).

The 2024 PSSA West season also opens with a new event—this one at Thunderhill Raceway Park—before returning to both Sonoma Raceway and WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. The East/West combination event at Road America will be next on the calendar, followed by PSSA’s debut at Portland International Raceway. The series will return to Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch before crowning the champion at COTA in the final East/West combination event of the year.

At the conclusion of the season, both the PSSA East and PSSA West Champions will be awarded a $10,000 prize in addition to several product awards. Meanwhile, the overall National Champion will be awarded a limited-edition Bell Racing gold helmet.

PSSA will also add a Constructor’s Championship in 2024 to recognize the manufacturer that accumulates the most points throughout the season.

2024 PSSA East Championship Schedule:

March 7-10, 2024: Eagles Canyon Raceway (Decatur, Texas)

March 21-24, 2024: Road Atlanta (Braselton, Ga.)

June 28-30, 2024: Road America (Plymouth, Wis.)

July 19-20, 2024: Lime Rock Park (Lakeville, Conn.)

Aug. 21-25, 2024: Watkins Glen International (Watkins Glen, N.Y.)

Oct. 3-6, 2024: VIRginia International Raceway (Alton, Va.)

Oct. 31-Nov. 3, 2024: Circuit of The Americas (Austin, Texas)

2024 PSSA West Championship Schedule:

March 1-3, 2024: Thunderhill Raceway Park (Willows, Calif.)

April 18-21, 2024: Sonoma Raceway (Sonoma, Calif.)

May 2-5, 2024: WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca (Salinas, Calif.)

June 28-30, 2024: Road America (Plymouth, Wis.)

July 26-28, 2024: Portland International Raceway (Portland, Ore.)

Oct. 18-20, 2024: Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch (Pahrump, Nev.)

Oct. 31-Nov. 3, 2024: Circuit of The Americas (Austin, Texas)

Throughout its inaugural season in 2023, PSSA has attracted competitors from four different countries and 13 states across the USA. With nearly 30 entrants having already raced this season, two events still remain on the 2023 calendar. PSSA will first visit Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch, October 20-22, before heading to Circuit of The Americas for the season finale, November 2-5. Drivers are invited to enter upcoming events at PrototypeSprint.com.

About Prototype Sprint Series Association presented by Hankook: Sanctioned by Parella Motorsports Holdings, the Prototype Sprint Series Association presented by Hankook (PSSA) is designed to host owners of Radical, Ligier, Revolution and Wolf Prototype race cars in a sprint race format at some of the most iconic road courses in America. PSSA offers the opportunity to race for just one weekend or compete for the national championship. Points will be awarded for each race with a national champion crowned at the conclusion of the season. The champion will receive a $10,000 prize, along with several product awards.

CHAMPIONS SET TO BE CROWNED AT HISTORIC 58TH ANNUAL IN-N-OUT BURGER NHRA FINALS IN POMONA

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POMONA, Calif. (Oct. 17, 2023) – For the first time, In-N-Out Burger will be part of the final event of the NHRA Camping World Drag Series schedule, with the historic 58th annual In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals set to take place Nov. 9-12 at legendary In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.

With NHRA and In-N-Out Burger, the two Southern California staples will partner for the massive event on the hallowed grounds at the historic track in Pomona. Since 1984, the NHRA Finals has been where champions are crowned, and this year’s race will feature the likes of Leah Pruett and Matt Hagan of Tony Stewart Racing to defending world champs like Ron Capps and Erica Enders aiming for championship glory and legacy-defining moments at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.

The world will again be watching this year, as the famed facility plays host to intense championship battles, incredible action and unforgettable moments. The weekend includes two qualifying sessions on both Friday and Saturday leading into championship Sunday, plus a weekend-long celebration of veterans. Fans can get closer to the action with a Top Eliminator Club experience, offering the best seats in the house and a premium experience, as well as a members-only hospitality center, complimentary food and beverage, driver appearances, a premium view and more.

Austin Prock (Top Fuel), Cruz Pedregon (Funny Car), Greg Anderson (Pro Stock) and Angie Smith (Pro Stock Motorcycle) won last year’s event, while Brittany Force (Top Fuel), Capps (Funny Car), Enders (Pro Stock) and Matt Smith (Pro Stock Motorcycle) claimed world championships. The race will be broadcast on Fox Sports 1 (FS1), including eliminations at 4 p.m. ET on Sunday, Nov. 12 as the season closes in style.

Southern California native Pruett jumped into the Top Fuel points lead and is looking to win her first world title. She leads by just four points over Doug Kalitta and is only 13 ahead of Steve Torrence. With Pruett and the veteran Kalitta both trying to win their first title, and Torrence after his fifth, this will come down to the wire and be the latest chapter in spectacular moments at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals.

Can Tony Stewart Racing make it a championship double-up in the nitro categories? Funny Car’s Matt Hagan hopes so. He’s won six times in 2023 and is back in the points lead, but Bob Tasca III, who is 36 points back, and Robert Hight, who trails Hagan by 69 points, both remain in championship contention, as does Capps, who is trying for a third consecutive title.

In Pro Stock, Enders is closing in on a sixth world title and her fourth in five years. She became the winningest female in motorsports in Dallas with her 47th win, opening up an 85-point lead against longtime rival Anderson. If it comes down to the two veterans, it will be another Pomona to remember. Anderson has been a Pomona legend over the years, winning an incredible 14 times at the track.

Pro Stock Motorcycle’s Gaige Herrera has enjoyed a historic season and currently enjoys a big points lead against the likes of Eddie Krawiec and defending world champ Smith. He also has a chance to set the all-time wins mark in a single season in the class. Herrera is currently at nine and wins at the last two events would get him there.

It all adds up to a historic weekend that no fan should miss. If that isn’t enough, champions will also be crowned in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, as well as action in the Jr. Dragster Shootout, the “Walking Tall” P.T. Cruiser Wheelstander driven by “NitroMike” and autograph sessions, including one with legend Don “The Snake” Prudhomme and Capps.

Race fans at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip can enjoy the special pre-race ceremonies that celebrate each of the drivers racing for the prestigious Wally on Sunday and includes the SealMaster Track Walk. The final can’t-miss experience of any NHRA event is the winner’s circle celebration on Sunday after racing concludes, where fans are invited to congratulate the event winners and 2023 world champs.

Fans are also invited to the Nitro Alley Stage all weekend, as the entertainment hub hosts Nitro School, meet and greets, influencer interviews and much more. As always, fans get a pit pass to the most powerful and sensory-filled motorsports attraction on the planet and can see their favorite teams in action and servicing their hot rods between rounds, get autographs from their favorite NHRA drivers, and more.

NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series qualifying will feature two rounds at 12 and 3 p.m. PT on Friday, Nov. 10, and the final two rounds of qualifying on Saturday, Nov. 11 at 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. Final eliminations are scheduled for 11 a.m. PT on Sunday, Nov. 12. Television coverage includes qualifying action on FS1 at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, leading into eliminations at 4 p.m. ET.

To purchase tickets to the 58th annual In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals, fans can visit www.NHRA.com/tickets. All children 12 and under will be admitted free in the general admission area with a paid adult.

About Camping World Holdings, Inc.

Camping World Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Lincolnshire, IL, (together with its subsidiaries) is the World’s largest retailer of RVs and related products and services. Our vision is to build a long-term legacy business that makes RVing fun and easy. Our Camping World and Good Sam brands have been serving RV consumers since 1966. We strive to build long-term value for our customers, employees, and shareholders by combining a unique and comprehensive assortment of RV products and services with a national network of RV dealerships, service centers and customer support centers along with the industry’s most extensive online presence and a highly trained and knowledgeable team of employees serving our customers, the RV lifestyle, and the communities in which we operate. We also believe that our Good Sam organization and family of programs and services uniquely enable us to connect with our customers as stewards of the RV enthusiast community and the RV lifestyle. With RV sales and service locations in 43 states, Camping World has grown to become the prime destination for everything RV. For more information, visit www.campingworld.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 Camping World Drag Racing Series, NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, FuelTech NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Type A Motorsports, Flexjet NHRA Factory Stock Showdown™ and Top Fuel Harley Series. 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 120 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.

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