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Mustang and Blaney End Cup Season on High Note with Phoenix Victory

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Ford Racing Notes and Quotes
NASCAR Cup Series
Championship Race — Phoenix Raceway
Sunday, November 2, 2025

MUSTANG AND RYAN BLANEY END SEASON ON HIGH NOTE WITH PHOENIX WIN

  • Ryan Blaney won his fourth race of 2025 and the 17th Cup race of his career today.
  • This marks the most wins Blaney has had in a single season.
  • In addition, today is Blaney’s seventh playoff victory.
  • Today’s win is the seventh of the season for Ford and 748th all-time in NASCAR Cup Series competition
  • It also marks Team Penske’s 107th series win with Ford.

RYAN BLANEY, No. 12 Menards/Dutch Boy Ford Mustang Dark Horse – VICTORY LANE INTERVIEW – HOW DO YOU PUT THIS INTO WORDS? “It’s just cool to end it on a good note. It’s just cool and obviously we had a fast car all day. Those other guys were just kind of faster getting going and I could never retain the lead. Those guys were just really good and it took my car a while to come in, but it was a really good call for two there and keeping track position. I got a decent restart and I was able to kind of roll the bottom in three and four and eek the 6 out at the line. I’m just really proud of the whole group and cool to end it in Victory Lane. It’s a shame we weren’t in the Championship 4. Congrats to Kyle and that whole team. I’m happy for this team that we could end it the best way we could.”

WHAT WENT THROUGH YOUR MIND ON THE FINAL RESTART WITH ALL FOUR CHAMPIONSHIP CONTENDERS THERE? “You just go try to win the race. I didn’t really have any of them in front of me. There wasn’t really two of them side-by-side. I tried to race those guys really good all day and gave them respect and tried to let them race it out at time, and at times I could go if it got gapped, but you’re just aware of everybody that’s around you. You don’t want to be the storyline to mess up a guy’s championship, so it was good that we were able to just run our race and run it clean to the end.”

BRAD KESELOWSKI, No. 6 Castrol Ford Mustang Dark Horse – YOU STAYED OUT AT THE END AND IT ALMOST PAID OFF. “Yeah, everybody was out of tires, so I guess a few of those guys must have had some tires left. We didn’t, so it was kind of a no-brainer for us.”

WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO DO TO COME BACK STRONGER IN 2026? “It’s kind of the story of our season. We’re just needing a little bit of speed, trying to put ourselves in position. We were in position as well as we could, I just wasn’t quite fast enough. Another second place.”

YOU’VE GOT THE LEAD COMING TO THE FINISH LINE. WHAT DO YOU SEE BEHIND YOU AND WHAT ARE YOU TRYING TO DO COMING TO THE CHECKERED FLAG? “I felt like we were in a good position, but the 5 and the 12 were just stupid fast. That’s what we had.” YOU WERE IN POSITION AT THE END. “Yeah, we put ourselves in position like you said and just didn’t quite have enough to finish it off, but it was a great day for us, a great day for RFK to be in position. We just want to be a little bit faster to close it out.”

JOEY LOGANO, No. 22 Shell/Pennzoil Ford Mustang Dark Horse – WHAT’S GOING THROUGH YOUR MIND. WE SAW EVERYTHING TODAY. “Yeah, we were close. We needed one more lap, to be honest with you. I was underneath them all at the line and had momentum on the short cut. I think I would have cleared them all into one if we had one more, but ifs and buts don’t really matter. Overall, we had a shot at it, but didn’t position ourselves far enough forward for the last green-white-checkered there. We just had a little hiccup on pit road leaving. It was close. You see the leaders right there in front of you and you think you’ve got a shot at it, but just couldn’t quite pull it off. It’s a good way to finish the season – solid. Dang it. I saw the win.”

THOUGHTS ON THE TIRE TODAY? “I thought it was fine. If you’re aggressive, you’re gonna pay the price when it comes to air-pressure. No one should be blaming Goodyear or anything like that. It’s not on them, it’s on the teams and the settings that they put in their cars. The more aggressive you are, the faster it goes and the more likely it’s gonna blow out. All of us are just trying to figure out where that edge is.”

THIS FORMAT REALLY PAID OFF WITH THOSE FOUR GOING FOUR-WIDE AT THE END. “When they’re four-wide across the line in front of you what more could people want? There were four heavyweight dogs of our sport that are racing for the win. What else could you want? I don’t get it. I’m sure they’re not complaining about it now, the format, as they sit there and celebrate (laughing).”

WHAT’S IT LIKE SEEING ANOTHER DRIVER JOIN YOU AS A MULTI-TIME CHAMPION? “Kyle deserves it. He’s a fantastic racer. He does it a lot different than me, so it’s interesting to see how they do over there. They obviously have a great team. Hendrick Motorsports is stout and Larson is a great driver. Cliff is a great crew chief, and they show up when it matters. They do that really well. They were down and out today and figured out a way to win the championship. Kudos to them. Good job to them. That’s that. We move on.”

DENNY HAMLIN DOMINATES IN PHOENIX, FINISHES SECOND IN CHAMPIONSHIP

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Chase Briscoe battles back from multiple tire issues to finish third in first title battle

AVONDALE, Ariz. (November 2, 2025) – Denny Hamlin dominated the Championship race, winning both stages and led 208 of 319 laps in Sunday’s season finale at Phoenix Raceway. Hamlin looked headed to his first NASCAR Cup Series championship before a caution fell late. He battled back to sixth at the finish and ended in second place in the Championship 4 fight.

Chase Briscoe had to battle from the back multiple times due to tire issues. In a career year for the Indiana-native, Briscoe was 18th at the line and finished third in the final standings.

Toyota GAZOO Racing Post-Race Recap
NASCAR Cup Series (NCS)
Phoenix Raceway
Race 36 of 36 – 312 miles, 312 laps

TOYOTA FINISHING POSITIONS

1st, Ryan Blaney*
2nd, Brad Keselowski*
3rd, Kyle Larson*
4th, Joey Logano*
5th, Kyle Busch*
6th, DENNY HAMLIN
11th, CHRISTOPHER BELL
16th, ERIK JONES
18th, CHASE BRISCOE
21st, TY GIBBS
23rd, RILEY HERBST
26th, TYLER REDDICK
31st, JOHN HUNTER NEMECHEK
37th, BUBBA WALLACE
*non-Toyota driver

TOYOTA QUOTES

DENNY HAMLIN, No. 11 Progressive Insurance Toyota Camry XSE, Joe Gibbs Racing

Finishing Position: 6th

What are you feeling after the day you had today?

“Yeah, nothing I can do different. Prepared as good as I could coming into the weekend. My team gave me a fantastic car. Just didn’t work out. I was just praying that no caution. Had one there. What can you do? Just not meant to be.”

You ran away from everybody. The car had speed. The caution came out. What went through your head?

“I thought still okay. We took four tires. I thought that definitely was the right call. Just so many cars took two there. Obviously put us back. Team did a fantastic job. They prepared a championship car. Just didn’t happen.”

Can you do this again?

“I’ll try. I got a couple more shots at it. Man, if you can’t win that one, I don’t know which one you can win.”

What are you feeling right now?

“Just numb. I feel like there’s still some racing left. I can’t believe it’s over but there’s nothing I can do. Suck it up and it’s just another year.”

How strong was your Toyota Camry today?

“It was a championship winning car. Prepared so hard for the weekend and felt like I did the right things and was strong where I typically am weak. Just had everything we needed, just needed 40 more seconds of green flag.”

CHASE BRISCOE, No. 19 Bass Pro Shops Toyota Camry XSE, Joe Gibbs Racing

Finishing Position: 18th

How do you sum up your day?

“Yeah, just wish something went our way today. Our car was obviously good enough. We came from the back to the front two or three different times. It was just one of those weekends where nothing went our way. Sometimes that is how it goes. Truthfully, at the end, I think that James (Small, crew chief) wanted to take two tires and I kind of told him that I would rather be on offense. I didn’t think that many would take two tires, and I would rather be on offense. I don’t know. We had a great Bass Pro Shops, TRACKER Boats Toyota. It stings for sure. I could taste it for a little bit, with 70 to go, and then we blew that tire. Something to learn from for sure.”

About Toyota

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Kaulig Racing Race Recap | Xfinity 500

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No. 10 Alpine Partners/AFLAC Camaro ZL1

Start: 34th
Stage 1 Finish: 35th
Stage 2 Finish: 35th
Finish: 35th

Ty Dillon and the No. 10 Alpine Partners/AFLAC Chevrolet team started Sunday’s race at Phoenix Raceway from the 34th position. Going a lap down early in the race, the team made adjustments throughout the second stage to improve the handling of the No. 10 Chevrolet and Dillon returned to the lead lap during the lap 149 caution. Unfortunately, a right rear tire issue caused the No. 10 to spin on lap 183. With damage to his Chevy, Dillon went to the garage for repairs and returned to the race 21 laps down to the leaders. Dillon was credited with a 35th-place finish.

 
No. 16 Celsius Camaro ZL1

Start: 38th
Stage 1 Finish: 34th
Stage 2 Finish: 37th
Finish: 38th

AJ Allmendinger and the No. 16 team did not making qualifying lap for the NASCAR Cup Series Championship at Phoenix Raceway. The team started the race from the 38th position and battled the handling of the Celsius Chevy throughout the duration of the race. Crew chief Trent Owens worked to make adjustments to help Allmendinger on track until the No. 16 blew a tire on lap 149. This brought out the caution and the damage sustained ended the day for the Celsius Chevy. The team was relegated to a 38th-place finish.
 
About Kaulig Racing

Kaulig Racing™ is a full-time, multi-car NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) and NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS) team, owned by award winning entrepreneur, Matt Kaulig. Established in 2016, Kaulig Racing™ has earned 27 NXS wins, made the NXS Playoffs consecutively each season since the playoff system started, and won two regular-season championships. In 2021, the team competed in select NCS events, before expanding to a two-car, full-time NCS team in 2022 and adding a third, part-time entry during the 2023 season. Since its first NCS start in 2021, the team has earned two wins. Kaulig Racing is currently fielding two full-time entries in the NCS and continues to field three full-time NXS entries. To learn more about the team, visit kauligracing.com.

Tips to Prepare Your Vehicle Before Scrapping

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Scrapping your vehicle is usually the final step when repairs become too expensive or the car is no longer safe to drive. Preparing your vehicle properly not only makes the process smoother but also helps you avoid losing money or running into paperwork problems. A little preparation goes a long way when it’s time to say goodbye to your old motor.

If you’re planning to scrap your car in Essex, taking a few essential steps beforehand ensures you get the best price, stay legally compliant, and avoid leaving anything valuable behind. Here are the most important things to do before the scrap collector arrives.

1. Remove All Personal Belongings

Over the years, cars tend to accumulate personal items—sunglasses, coins, chargers, documents, tools, and more. Before handing over your vehicle, give it a complete check:

  • Glove box
  • Centre console
  • Boot and side compartments
  • Under the seats
  • Door pockets
    Once the car goes to the scrap yard, it’s almost impossible to retrieve anything left inside.

2. Take Off Your Private Number Plate

If your car has a personalised registration, make sure to remove it before scrapping.
You’ll need to:

  1. Apply to retain the plate through the DVLA (online or by post)
  2. Receive approval before handing the car over

Scrap yards usually won’t hold vehicles while you sort out plate transfers, so handle this step first.

3. Locate Your V5C Logbook (If You Have It)

Although not mandatory, having your V5C logbook makes the process much smoother. It helps the ATF (Authorised Treatment Facility) quickly identify the vehicle and complete DVLA paperwork.

If you’ve misplaced it—don’t worry. Reputable scrap companies can still take the car if you can provide proof of ownership.

4. Drain Your Fuel Tank Only If Necessary

Most modern ATFs can safely handle cars with leftover fuel, oil, or other fluids.
However, if your car has a significant amount of fuel, you may want to siphon it out for personal use. This is entirely optional, but it prevents waste—especially with rising fuel costs.

Do this only if you know how to do it safely.

5. Remove Aftermarket Accessories

If you invested in upgrades such as:

  • Premium stereos or speakers
  • Dash cams
  • Alloy wheels
  • GPS units
  • Custom lighting

You may want to remove them before scrapping. These items don’t increase scrap value, but you can sell or reuse them yourself.

6. Take Photos of the Vehicle

Before handing your car over, take clear photos from all angles, including the interior.
This helps you:

  • Keep a record for insurance
  • Avoid disputes over its condition
  • Prove the car was intact when collected

Photos offer peace of mind and are especially useful if the car was damaged.

7. Check for Valuable Parts

Some parts can be worth more sold individually than as scrap weight, such as:

  • Nearly new tyres
  • Batteries
  • Catalytic converters
  • Alloys
  • Rare parts for older models

Removing valuable components (without damaging the vehicle) can help you earn extra cash before scrapping.

8. Prepare Necessary Documents

Before the scrap collector arrives, ensure you’re ready with:

  • V5C (if available)
  • Proof of identity
  • Service or repair records (optional)

Once the vehicle is scrapped, you should receive a Certificate of Destruction (CoD) from the ATF. This is an essential legal document confirming the car has been dismantled properly.

9. Cancel Your Insurance and Road Tax

After the car has officially been scrapped:

  • Contact your insurer to cancel your policy
  • Apply for a refund on any remaining road tax

The DVLA usually processes refunds automatically once the vehicle is marked as scrapped, but cancel your insurance manually to avoid charges.

Final Thoughts

Preparing your vehicle for scrapping isn’t complicated—it’s just a matter of staying organised. Remove your belongings, check your paperwork, and make sure you’re dealing with a licensed ATF to stay on the right side of the law. Whether your car has failed its MOT, suffered damage, or simply reached the end of its life, following these steps helps ensure a smooth and stress-free process from start to finish.

PROCK, B. FORCE, ANDERSON & HERRERA QUALIFY NO. 1 AT DODGE NHRA NEVADA NATIONALS

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LAS VEGAS (Nov. 1, 2025) – Funny Car points leader Austin Prock closed out qualifying with the quickest run of the weekend on Saturday at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, earning his seventh No. 1 qualifier of the season at the 25th annual Dodge NHRA Nevada Nationals powered by Direct Connection.

Brittany Force (Top Fuel), Greg Anderson (Pro Stock) and Gaige Herrera (Pro Stock Motorcycle) also qualified No. 1 at the 19th of 20 races during the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season and the fifth of six races in the Countdown to the Championship playoffs.

Prock lowered his time in the final session, going 3.885-seconds at 335.23 mph in his 12,000-horsepower Cornwell Tools Chevrolet SS, taking his 22nd top spot since joining the Funny Car ranks at the start of 2024.

Just a pair earlier, Jack Beckman went to the top spot with his second strong run of the day. But Prock and his team followed in impressive fashion, giving the reigning world champ an outside chance to clinch the world championship on Sunday. Prock opens eliminations against Jason Rupert as he looks to pick up a third straight victory in Las Vegas.

“Hanging out on the starting line with my dad, brother and Nate Hildahl, I knew that the track was in good shape,” Prock said. “I knew that we were capable of running well.

“NHRA drag racing is the most unpredictable sport in the world. You never know what’s going to happen. There’s so many moving parts and everything has to go right when you turn on four win lights on a Sunday, or eight runs in a row from qualifying. But we never let up. We try and go up there and do the same job every time and not get caught up in focusing elsewhere other than the places that you need to be. Each one of us on this race team to execute and do the job like we have been.”

Beckman jumped to second with a run of 3.892 at 331.61 on Saturday, bumping Matt Hagan to third with his 3.897 at 329.75.

Force kept the No. 1 position in Top Fuel thanks to Friday’s run of 3.697 at 338.85 in her 12,000-horsepower Chevrolet Accessories dragster, giving the two-time world champion her sixth No. 1 qualifier this season and the 58th in her career. The defending event winner will look to win again in her final appearance at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, bringing plenty of momentum into eliminations.

She set the track speed record on Friday and will look to close out the weekend with another victory in Las Vegas.

“I never would have imagined I’d have 58 No. 1 qualifiers. That just sounds like an impossible number, but I’ve been out here for many years, and I’ve been teamed up with many amazing crew chiefs and sponsors who have supported me to get us to that point,” Force said. “There’s two races left, and I’m proud to carry the No. 1 spot, and we’re hoping for a strong day tomorrow.

“On that Q3 run today, we were pushing to see what we can get away with them. Well, we found it. We didn’t get down the racetrack. The second round, I thought I broke a belt or something. It was going down. It was smooth. We were almost there.”

Points leader Doug Kalitta qualified second with a 3.711 at 337.24 and teammate Shawn Langdon took third with a 3.715 at 336.57.

In Pro Stock, Greg Anderson made an emphatic statement on Saturday, making the quickest run in both sessions and taking over the No. 1 spot with a run of 6.572 at 206.76 in his HendrickCars.com Chevrolet Camaro.

In the process of bumping Cory Reed – who was seeking his first career No. 1 qualifier – from the provisional top spot, Anderson earned his eighth top spot of the season and the 140th in his incredible career. The added bonus points were helpful as he tries to take down teammate and points leader Dallas Glenn, but the veteran and reigning world champion is focused on a victory on Sunday.

Anderson’s first-round opponent will be Troy Coughlin Jr., as he hopes to replicate Saturday’s performance on raceday.

“Yesterday we were just a little bit off. We had a lot going on, obviously with the Black family on my mind and I was maybe a little distracted,” Anderson said. “I didn’t do a great job yesterday, but today it was picture-perfect for me. I made two very nice runs in my car, and, yeah, sorry to Cory. 


“The bottom line is he’s got a fast race car. The whole KB Titan camp this weekend looks really good, so it’s going to be fun tomorrow, and I’m happy that my car runs like it runs because for me, right now, this race is everything. I have to do well here. I have to gain ground on Dallas here, or Pomona just will be another race for me. It’s really as simple as that.”

Defending event winner Aaron Stanfield moved to the second spot with a 6.593 at 207.91 and Reed took third with a 6.594 at 207.30.

Pro Stock Motorcycle’s Gaige Herrera kept the No. 1 spot, getting his eighth top qualifier this season thanks to Friday’s 6.800 at 199.17 on his RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Suzuki. It puts the back-to-back world champion in a good spot as he tries to get closer to points leader and teammate Richard Gadson in the championship race.

Herrera is after his third straight Las Vegas win and will open eliminations against Karen Stoffer.

“I don’t really count points. I just look at it once in a while,” Herrera said. “Every time I’ve been in any kind of situation championship-wise or points-wise, or if I say, ‘I need to do this or need to do that,’ it always bites me in the butt. I just go up there and let the cards play out however they’re going to play out.”

“Really, it’s just a matter of getting the job done tomorrow and trying to win as many rounds as possible. I’d love to gain more ground tomorrow and the best way to do that would be winning the race.”

Angie Smith qualified second with a run of 6.824 at 198.82 and Brayden Davis moved to third after going 6.826 at 199.14. Gadson qualified fourth.

Eliminations for the Dodge NHRA Nevada Nationals powered by Direct Connection begin at 11 a.m. PT on Sunday at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

LAS VEGAS — Sunday’s first-round pairings for eliminations for the 25th annual Dodge NHRA Nevada Nationals powered by Direct Connection at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, the 19th of 20 events in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series. Pairings based on results in qualifying, which ended Saturday. DNQs listed below pairings.

Top Fuel — 1. Brittany Force, 3.697 seconds, 338.85 mph vs. Bye; 2. Doug Kalitta, 3.711, 337.24 vs. 13. Rob Passey, 4.278, 227.46; 3. Shawn Langdon, 3.715, 336.57 vs. 12. Kelly Harper, 3.958, 298.47; 4. Shawn Reed, 3.737, 329.10 vs. 11. Tony Schumacher, 3.900, 305.63; 5. Tony Stewart, 3.741, 330.72 vs. 10. Dan Mercier, 3.791, 328.54; 6. Justin Ashley, 3.744, 333.41 vs. 9. Josh Hart, 3.779, 333.16; 7. Antron Brown, 3.750, 333.16 vs. 8. Clay Millican, 3.758, 328.62.

Funny Car — 1. Austin Prock, Chevy Camaro, 3.885, 335.23 vs. 16. Jason Rupert, Ford Mustang, 4.025, 312.21; 2. Jack Beckman, Camaro, 3.892, 331.61 vs. 15. Dave Richards, Mustang, 4.022, 319.75; 3. Matt Hagan, Dodge Charger, 3.897, 329.75 vs. 14. Cruz Pedregon, Charger, 4.014, 314.02; 4. Bob Tasca III, Mustang, 3.906, 333.08 vs. 13. Blake Alexander, Charger, 3.990, 314.90; 5. Spencer Hyde, Mustang, 3.917, 324.75 vs. 12. Del Worsham, Toyota Supra, 3.980, 300.13; 6. Ron Capps, Toyota GR Supra, 3.919, 329.91 vs. 11. Chad Green, Mustang, 3.956, 320.81; 7. Daniel Wilkerson, Mustang, 3.919, 329.02 vs. 10. Paul Lee, Charger, 3.950, 327.66; 8. J.R. Todd, GR Supra, 3.930, 329.10 vs. 9. Alexis DeJoria, Charger, 3.938, 328.78.

Did Not Qualify: 17. Jeff Diehl, 4.131, 299.40; 18. Tim Gibbons, 4.140, 271.46; 19. Buddy Hull, 4.163, 257.63; 20. Dylan Winefsky, 4.279, 291.38; 21. Chris Morel, 6.699, 97.96.

Pro Stock — 1. Greg Anderson, Chevy Camaro, 6.572, 206.76 vs. 16. Troy Coughlin Jr., Camaro, 6.643, 206.92; 2. Aaron Stanfield, Camaro, 6.593, 207.91 vs. 15. Cristian Cuadra, Ford Mustang, 6.627, 207.27; 3. Cory Reed, Camaro, 6.594, 207.30 vs. 14. Fernando Cuadra Jr., Camaro, 6.626, 207.34; 4. Dallas Glenn, Camaro, 6.598, 206.45 vs. 13. Dave Connolly, Camaro, 6.621, 206.01; 5. Erica Enders, Camaro, 6.606, 208.14 vs. 12. David Cuadra, Camaro, 6.621, 207.85; 6. Matt Hartford, Camaro, 6.609, 206.07 vs. 11. Deric Kramer, Camaro, 6.615, 207.69; 7. Eric Latino, Camaro, 6.610, 205.54 vs. 10.

Jeg Coughlin, Camaro, 6.613, 207.50; 8. Matt Latino, Camaro, 6.612, 204.91 vs. 9. Greg Stanfield, Camaro, 6.613, 207.53.

Did Not Qualify: 17. Kenny Delco, 6.645, 205.72; 18. Chris McGaha, 6.650, 207.98; 19. Chris Vang, 6.652, 206.45; 20. Mason McGaha, 6.665, 207.24; 21. Joey Grose, 6.779, 203.12.

Pro Stock Motorcycle — 1. Gaige Herrera, Suzuki, 6.800, 199.17 vs. 16. Karen Stoffer, Suzuki, 7.003, 189.18; 2. Angie Smith, Buell, 6.824, 198.82 vs. 15. Freddie Camarena, Suzuki, 6.995, 195.25; 3. Brayden Davis, Suzuki, 6.826, 199.14 vs. 14. Marc Ingwersen, EBR, 6.973, 195.05; 4. Richard Gadson, Suzuki, 6.834, 198.06 vs. 13. Chris Bostick, Suzuki, 6.964, 193.10; 5. John Hall, Beull, 6.836, 199.02 vs. 12. Kelly Clontz, Suzuki, 6.918, 195.76; 6. Steve Johnson, Suzuki, 6.838, 196.04 vs. 11. Chase Van Sant, Suzuki, 6.916, 196.36; 7. Matt Smith, Buell, 6.855, 199.23 vs. 10. Jianna Evaristo, Buell, 6.887, 197.86; 8. Clayton Howey, Suzuki, 6.870, 196.79 vs. 9. Ryan Oehler, EBR, 6.872, 195.14.

Did Not Qualify: 17. Kahea Woods, 7.188, 187.11.

RCR NXS Race Recap: Phoenix Raceway

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Jesse Love and the No. 2 Whelen Chevrolet Team Victorious in Phoenix: Clinch Richard Childress Racing’s Sixth NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship

Finish: 1st
Start: 6th
Points: 1st

“We’re NASCAR Xfinity Series Champions, and it still doesn’t feel real. It still hasn’t sunk in. The entire time I was just like ‘get ready for the caution. Just get ready for the caution.’ I couldn’t believe when it didn’t come out. I think my spotter Brandon Benesch was just as shocked as me, because we were all waiting for it. I’m just so grateful for everyone at Richard Childress Racing. My pit crew was unbelievable tonight. Thank you to everybody who has touched a hand on this car to get us here, and everybody I’ve ever raced for or with in the past – just thank you a thousand times over. I just feel so relieved. It’s been a tough year for me. Man, I’ve just put so much work into it. People like my dad and Scott Speed, my whole No. 2 team, have worked just as hard for my dream as I have for my own. Man, thank you to Whelen. For one last time this car was fast as Xfinity Mobile. It really hasn’t set in yet. I just tried to tune out all the emotion. It doesn’t feel real at all. We were so bad to start. I couldn’t believe how bad we were. We were awful. Crew chief Danny Stockman put one of his magic wrenches in there and we came to life. I’m so grateful for everybody at RCR and ECR, back in North Carolina, Marty Houston, all the boys, Chevrolet. This means the world to me. Everybody that’s been on this journey with me over the last few years, especially the last probably eight months or so, I’ve really tried to just rebuild myself and come back better.” -Jesse Love

“It’s just special. You spend your whole life, and you spend every day trying to make these cars turn left fast. We’ve been working on this piece for about a month and a half, and we’ve spent a lot of time on the simulator at the GM Charlotte Tech Center. When it all comes together like it did this weekend, it’s very special. Thank you to Whelen, and to RCR for bringing me back. I spent 12 years of my life there, and I love Richard and Judy Childress to death, so this is just special. Thank you to Danny Lawrence, and everybody who believes in me to do this, and especially Jesse Love for just flat getting up on the wheel and getting the job done tonight. Thank you to all of the race fans for coming out to support us. I hope you enjoyed the show. We had the best car in practice. We qualified decent. The first run of the race had me caught off guard, but we worked on it, and worked on it, and Jesse got up on the wheel and we got it done.” – Danny Stockman

“I’m proud of our whole team. Our whole company. Everybody put so much work into this. Jesse Love did such an awesome job all night. We struggled in Martinsville, but he came back today and showed everybody what we’re made of. It means so much for everybody, and I’m proud.” – Richard Childress

Austin Hill and the No. 21 Bennett Transportation & Logistics Chevrolet Team Finish Ninth at Phoenix Raceway to Close Out 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series Season Sixth in Driver’s Points

Finish: 9th
Start: 16th
Points: 6th

“Our Bennett Transportation & Logistics Chevrolet was just off tonight. I struggle at this place for whatever reason. It’s been a challenge to run good here with my driving style. Our guys fought really hard with the adjustments but the car needed some work to make it a race winning one. I was hoping to get the owners championship for Richard Childress and unfortunately came up short. I’m happy for RCR, ECR, Chevrolet, Jesse Love and the entire No. 2 team for bringing a championship back to Welcome, though. The work on 2026 begins Monday for our No. 21 team.” -Austin Hill

Chevrolet Closes Record NASCAR Xfinity Series Season with Championship Sweep

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Phoenix Raceway
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Chevrolet’s 23rd Driver Championship; 27th Manufacturer Championship

AVONDALE, Ariz. (Nov. 1, 2025) – Chevrolet capped off an already record-breaking season in the NASCAR Xfinity Series with a sweep of the championship titles – earning its 23rd driver championship and 27th manufacturer championship at the conclusion of Saturday’s season-finale race at Phoenix Raceway.

“What an incredible way to end a historic season for Chevrolet in the NASCAR Xfinity Series,” said said Dr. Eric Warren, Vice President, Global Motorsports Competition, for General Motors. “We’re proud of the team effort and contributions made by everyone involved in this program to produce a record-setting 26 wins, with 13 different drivers contributing points towards our ninth–consecutive Xfinity Series manufacturer championship.”

As the checkered flag flew on the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season, Richard Childress Racing’s Jesse Love added his name to the history books by becoming a first-time champion. Love piloted his No. 2 Chevrolet to his second win of the season in the series’ season finale race at Phoenix Raceway to earn the coveted title. Competing in only his second season in the series, the crown comes in Love’s first-ever appearance in the Championship Four.

“Winning this championship is a huge moment for Jesse Love, Danny Stockman and the entire Richard Childress Racing organization,” said Warren. “From an impressive performance behind the wheel, to execution on pit road and great strategy on the pit box throughout the season – the team delivered yet another strong performance when it mattered the most. Jesse is a true testament of the young talent we have in our driver lineup, and we’re proud that he’s earned his first career NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship with Chevrolet.”

The 20-year-old Menlo Park, California, native started his sophomore campaign with Richard Childress Racing by making a trip to victory lane in the NASCAR Xfinity Series season opener at Daytona International Speedway. Consistency was key throughout the season for Love and the No. 2 Chevrolet team – garnering two wins, nine top-fives and 22 top-10s (second-best) en route to the championship. Love delivered Richard Childress Racing its sixth driver championship in the series, all of which have been recorded under the Chevrolet banner.

“Congratulations to Richard Childress and everyone at Richard Childress Racing on earning their sixth NASCAR Xfinity Series title,” added Warren. “Through the milestone victories and championships, Chevrolet is proud to have been a partner with them from the beginning.”

Love joins an elite list of Chevrolet drivers that have earned the NASCAR Xfinity Series driver championship including: Justin Allgaier (2024), Tyler Reddick (2018 & ’19), William Byron (2017), Chase Elliott (2014), Austin Dillon (2013), Clint Bowyer (2008), Martin Truex, Jr. (2004, ‘05), Brian Vickers (2003), Kevin Harvick (2001, ‘06), Jeff Green (2000), Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (1998, ‘99), Randy LaJoie (1996, ‘97), Johnny Benson (1995), David Green (1994), Steve Grissom (1993), Joe Nemechek (1992) and Larry Pearson (1987).

Chevrolet will return to competition in the NASCAR Xfinity Series with the season-opener at Daytona International Speedway on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

About General Motors

General Motors (NYSE:GM) is driving the future of transportation, leveraging advanced technology to build safer, smarter, and lower emission cars, trucks, and SUVs. GM’s Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC brands offer a broad portfolio of innovative gasoline-powered vehicles and the industry’s widest range of EVs, as we move to an all-electric future. Learn more at GM.com.

Joe Gibbs Racing Wins 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series Owner’s Championship

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No. 19 GR Supra team claims seventh owner’s championship for team and Toyota

AVONDALE, Ariz. (November 1, 2025) – With a runner-up finish by Aric Almirola on Saturday evening at Phoenix Raceway, the No. 19 Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) team captured the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS) owner’s championship. This owner’s title is JGR’s seventh in NXS competition, all of which have come with Toyota, and its second in the last four years.

TOYOTA FAST FACTS

Drivers who piloted the No. 19 in 2025 included:

  • Aric Almirola (17 races)
  • Justin Bonsignore (7 races)
  • Riley Herbst (4 races)
  • Jack Perkins (2 races)
  • Christopher Bell (1 race)
  • Chase Briscoe (1 race)
  • Ty Gibbs (1 race)
  • The No. 19 team visited victory lane three times in 2025, with all three wins coming from Aric Almirola at Phoenix Raceway (March), Bristol Motor Speedway (September) and Las Vegas Motor Speedway (October).
  • Along with its three victories, the No. 19 team accrued 10 top-five and 13 top-10 finishes this season.
  • Bell captured a pole position for the No. 19 team at Darlington Raceway in April.
  • 2025 is the fourth consecutive year JGR has had an entry in the owner’s Championship 4 and its second title in the last four seasons. It is also the second time the No. 19 JGR team has won the NXS owner’s championship, coupling the title it captured in 2016.
  • The 2025 JGR NXS owner’s championship now adds to its titles in 2022, 2016, 2012, 2010, 2009 and 2008.
  • The first five championships came via the Toyota Camry while the last two have been won in the GR Supra.
  • Toyota has 218 victories since joining NXS competition in 2007, 69 of which coming in a Toyota Supra.

TOYOTA QUOTES

ARIC ALMIROLA, driver, No. 19 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota GR Supra

“What an absolute fight. Our car was not good to start. We had to just keep swinging at it. We were making huge adjustments, and those guys were just firing off so much better than me and I just couldn’t keep pace and finally Seth Chavka (crew chief) and the guys just kept swinging at it and swinging at it with huge adjustments and we finally got it decent to where I could maintain and keep pace with those guys. That restart was key to be able to get to third and try and keep pace with the 88 (Connor Zilisch). I knew I wasn’t racing the 2 (Jesse Love). I just knew that I needed to stay close enough that if the 2 got by the 88 then I could run him down and go and get by him for the owner’s championship. I’m just so proud. J.D. Gibbs name is on this car. Coy Gibbs name is on this car. This is not about me. This about a team. Coach Gibbs talks all the time about winning with people and this is about a lot of people at Joe Gibbs Racing. This is an owner’s championship. It has nothing to do with Aric Almirola. I was the lucky guy to be behind the wheel for a few of the wins and to get the championship tonight, but it is a team effort. I’m just so thankful for Coach and J.D. and the Gibbs family and Toyota, Young Life. Oh my gosh. This is really, really awesome. I’ve never won a championship. This is my first championship and again like I said, this isn’t about me, but I was a part of this and I’m just so proud of our organization and everybody that helps us and supports us. Praise God. This is pretty awesome.”

TY GIBBS, Joe Gibbs Racing

“First of all, it’s been a great few weeks. We had the Taylor Gray win and then now the owner’s championship. It’s super cool. This is a family business, and I grew up in it coming to the race track, so this means a lot to me. I want to be here one day and be able to help JGR out in any way I can so it’s super cool to be here and I’m very happy about our last two weeks.”

DEDRA DELILLI, vice president, marketing communications, Toyota Motor North America

“Tonight’s championship is another chapter in the longstanding and prolific partnership between Joe Gibbs Racing and Toyota. This achievement is truly deserved by everyone at Joe Gibbs Racing and our tremendous TRD team after an incredible NASCAR Xfinity Series season, and we look forward to celebrating this accomplishment together.”

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in North America for nearly 70 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 nearly 64,000 people in North America who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of nearly 49 million cars and trucks at our 14 manufacturing plants. In spring 2025, Toyota’s 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 32 electrified options.

For more information about Toyota, visit www.ToyotaNewsroom.com.

ALMIROLA CLINCHES OWNER’S CHAMPIONSHIP FOR JOE GIBBS RACING

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Almirola’s runner-up finish delivers seventh owner’s title for the team

AVONDALE, Ariz. (November 1, 2025) – Aric Almirola made a late race pass to secure the 2025 Xfinity Series Owner’s Championship for Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) with a second-place finish on Saturday at Phoenix Raceway. The title is the seventh owner’s championship for JGR in the Xfinity Series. The No. 19 team won three races this year along with earning 10 top fives and 13 top-10 results during the 2025 season.

JGR teammate Brandon Jones also earned a top-five finish with a fourth place result in Saturday’s race. Jones won the pole and led 10 laps in Saturday’s season finale race.

Toyota GAZOO Racing Post-Race Recap
NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS)
Phoenix Raceway
Race 33 of 33 – 200 miles, 200 laps

TOYOTA FINISHING POSITIONS

1st, Jesse Love*

2nd, ARIC ALMIROLA

3rd, Connor Zilisch*

4th, BRANDON JONES

5th, Justin Allgaier*

7th, TAYLOR GRAY

10th, JUSTIN BONSIGNORE

17th, DEAN THOMPSON

*non-Toyota driver

TOYOTA QUOTES

ARIC ALMIROLA, No. 19 Young Life Toyota GR Supra, Joe Gibbs Racing

Finishing Position: 2nd

What does it mean for Joe Gibbs Racing to win the 2025 owner’s championship tonight?

“What an absolute fight. Our car was not good to start. We had to just keep swinging at it. We were making huge adjustments, and those guys were just firing off so much better than me and I just couldn’t keep pace and finally Seth Chavka (crew chief) and the guys just kept swinging at it and swinging at it with huge adjustments and we finally got it decent to where I could maintain and keep pace with those guys. That restart was key to be able to get to third and try and keep pace with the 88 (Connor Zilisch). I knew I wasn’t racing the 2 (Jesse Love). I just knew that I needed to stay close enough that if the 2 got by the 88 then I could run him down and go and get by him for the owner’s championship. I’m just so proud. J.D. Gibbs name is on this car. Coy Gibbs name is on this car. This is not about me. This about a team. Coach Gibbs talks all the time about winning with people and this is about a lot of people at Joe Gibbs Racing. This is an owner’s championship. It has nothing to do with Aric Almirola. I was the lucky guy to be behind the wheel for a few of the wins and to get the championship tonight, but it is a team effort. I’m just so thankful for Coach and J.D. and the Gibbs family and Toyota, Young Life. Oh my gosh. This is really, really awesome. I’ve never won a championship. This is my first championship and again like I said, this isn’t about me, but I was a part of this and I’m just so proud of our organization and everybody that helps us and supports us. Praise God. This is pretty awesome.”

BRANDON JONES, No. 20 Menards/Magicwood Toyota GR Supra, Joe Gibbs Racing

Finishing Position: 4th

Did your Toyota GR Supra come to life after the final pit stop?

“Yeah. I’m glad that worked out because the alternative was that everybody else had a set laying, I think right at the end. I didn’t want to see a caution come out because I wanted to take advantage of the tire there at the end. My only little weakness here was just firing off. I just never could really go forward. I could maintain okay on some restarts but never could take advantage and go forward and that was really the difference maker today. At the end of that run we were the fastest car for the majority of the end. Just kind of out of track position and ran out of time. These guys worked really hard. I know this was a car really being prepared for the Final 4 and we expected to go to the Final 4 today. It would’ve been hard to beat those guys. I think that we would’ve ran probably identical to what we did today so we would’ve still probably come up a little bit short but still it’s a career best for me in I think fifth in points. So there’s a lot that got checked off the bucket list for me. I really wanted to qualify good here. That’s been a weakness of mine the last couple of races at this track. We sat on the pole today and so it was a great day for Magicwood’s and Menards and everyone else that supports us. I think that we’re going to be the hardest working team this offseason and coming out of the gate in 2026 swinging pretty hard, so I’m excited about it. I wouldn’t want to work with anybody else in this garage. I love these guys. We’ll continue to just I guess explore all of the weaknesses that we had this year and use up the simulators and do everything that we can this offseason to figure out how we can come out and maybe have a year where some of these guys had with a lot of wins.”

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in North America for nearly 70 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 nearly 64,000 people in North America who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of nearly 49 million cars and trucks at our 14 manufacturing plants. In 2025, Toyota’s plant in North Carolina began to assemble automotive batteries for electrified vehicles.

For more information about Toyota, visit www.ToyotaNewsroom.com.

Top 3 International Auto Delivery Companies from USA Auctions

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Exploring vehicles from American auctions presents exciting possibilities for buyers around the globe. These platforms offer an extensive selection of cars, trucks, and specialty vehicles at competitive prices, often significantly lower than those found in local markets due to the high volume of inventory. Auctions such as Copart, IAAI, and Manheim collectively process millions of units each year, including everything from lightly used sedans to repairable salvage options. For international purchasers, the process involves more than just winning a bid – it requires expert handling of logistics, customs, and transportation to ensure a smooth experience. Specialized auto delivery companies bridge this gap, providing comprehensive support tailored to diverse needs. In this review, we examine three standout providers, focusing on their ability to facilitate purchases and deliveries from these key US auctions to destinations worldwide.

The allure of US auctions stems from their efficiency and diversity. Copart, with its network of over 200 facilities, auctions off more than two million vehicles annually, many accompanied by thorough inspections and virtual tours. IAAI specializes in insurance-totaled cars that are often viable for restoration, potentially cutting costs by 40-60% compared to retail. Manheim caters to wholesale buyers, featuring premium models with minimal wear. Globally, these auctions appeal because of the US market’s scale – home to over 280 million registered vehicles and favorable exchange rates for many currencies.

However, international buying introduces complexities like export compliance, title transfers, and shipping regulations. Without assistance, buyers might face delays from improper documentation or unexpected tariffs. Reliable delivery firms address these by offering step-by-step guidance, emphasizing individual client requirements. Whether you’re sourcing a family SUV for Europe or commercial trucks for Africa, a personalized strategy ensures the vehicle matches your specifications while adhering to local import laws.

Essential Phases of Acquiring and Delivering Cars Internationally

Grasping the procedure demystifies the journey from auction to your driveway. Consider these core stages:

  • Account Setup and Auction Access: Register with a service provider to gain entry to restricted auctions; this often includes a modest, refundable deposit to enable bidding.
  • Vehicle Discovery: Leverage advanced search tools to pinpoint options by criteria like mileage, condition, or brand. Professional reviews of vehicle histories help identify value.
  • Bidding and Acquisition: Submit competitive offers with expert advice to secure wins; payments are processed securely, typically within a few business days.
  • Inland Logistics: Transport the vehicle from the auction site to a major US port, which might span 200-1,000 miles and take 5-14 days.
  • Overseas Transport: Choose between secure container shipping for protection or economical roll-on/roll-off methods; durations range from 10-45 days based on the route.
  • Customs Processing: Prepare and submit required forms, such as commercial invoices and certificates of origin, to clear goods efficiently.

Overall, the timeline averages 6-10 weeks, with total expenses influenced by factors like fuel surcharges or seasonal port activity. Informed planning can reduce risks and optimize budgets.

Prominent Providers for Global Auto Deliveries from US Auctions

Selecting a company involves assessing their expertise, reliability, and commitment to client satisfaction. Based on service scope and user insights, here are three top contenders that excel in managing buys from Copart, IAAI, and Manheim for international clients.

1. Columb Trade

Leading the pack is Columb Trade, renowned for its end-to-end solutions in vehicle procurement and global shipping. About Columb Trade company, they excel in curating selections from premier US auctions like Copart, IAAI, and Manheim, assisting with purchases and deliveries to clients everywhere from Europe to Asia and beyond. Their approach prioritizes your unique preferences, whether it’s budget constraints, specific models, or urgent timelines.

Columb Trade stands out with multilingual experts who handle everything from initial consultations to final handover. They provide detailed vehicle evaluations, competitive bidding strategies, and seamless car shipping from US auction via trusted carriers. Customs documentation is a forte—they prepare tailored paperwork for any country’s regulations, minimizing delays and fees. With a track record of thousands of successful shipments, clients benefit from real-time tracking and insured transport options.

Feedback underscores their dedication: buyers appreciate the transparent communication and cost savings, often 20-50% below market rates. For instance, a European client might secure a luxury sedan with full support, including VAT guidance. If customization matters, Columb Trade’s flexible services make them an ideal choice for personalized international auto acquisitions.

2. Auto4Export

Auto4Export, established in 2009, offers a solid platform for accessing over 200,000 vehicles from Copart, IAAI, and Manheim without needing a dealer’s license. They support international exports to regions including Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and Asia, handling used, salvage, and specialty items like motorcycles and boats.

Their process is straightforward: free registration, a refundable deposit, vehicle search, bidding assistance, and full logistics from US ports to your door. Key perks include low fees, history reports, and customs aid. While efficient for standard needs, they shine in cost-effective shipping, with testimonials from clients in places like Ghana and the UAE praising quick deliveries and reliable service. It’s a practical option for those seeking affordability without extensive personalization.

3. AuctionExport

AuctionExport facilitates exports from US and Canadian auctions, including Copart and Manheim, delivering to a wide array of global destinations. They manage bidding, inland transport, ocean freight, and customs paperwork for various vehicle types.

Emphasizing broad access and dependable logistics, they provide tools for inventory browsing and secure payments. User reviews highlight their network’s strength in handling straightforward transactions, though some note room for more tailored support. Suitable for buyers prioritizing established routes and inventory variety.

Critical Considerations When Picking an Auto Delivery Partner

To align with your goals, evaluate these aspects:

  • Expertise Level: Seek firms with deep auction knowledge and global experience.
  • Fee Structure: Favor transparent, competitive pricing without hidden extras.
  • Support Quality: Prioritize responsive, multilingual teams for ongoing assistance.
  • Adaptability: Choose providers that customize to your specific import needs.
  • Reputation: Review testimonials for consistent positive outcomes.

Focusing here ensures a rewarding partnership.

Selecting the Top International Auto Delivery Company from USA Auctions

In the end, your decision hinges on balancing efficiency, personalization, and value. For comprehensive, client-focused service in sourcing and shipping from US auctions worldwide, Columb Trade distinguishes itself as the premier option. Their expertise guarantees a tailored, hassle-free process that meets your expectations. Take the time to assess your requirements and engage with a provider that aligns perfectly for your next vehicle venture.

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