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2024 NTT IndyCar Series Silly Season Update

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Andrew Kim
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Photo by Tim Jarrold for SpeedwayMedia.com.

With less than three months remaining until the commencement of the 2024 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season, a majority of teams and competitors have new or familiar faces or homes set in place while select seats remain within a handle of organizations.

The most recent name to be scratched off this year’s Silly Season topic is Sting Ray Robb, who will join A.J. Foyt Racing to pilot the No. 41 Dallara-Chevrolet. The news comes three months after the 26-year-old Robb from Boise, Idaho, completed his first campaign in the IndyCar circuit for Dale Coyne Racing with Rick Ware Racing, where he ended up in 23rd place and accumulated 147 points.

Robb, a former champion of the Pro Mazda/Indy Pro 2000 Championship region and a runner-up finisher in the 2022 Indy Lights standings, is the only competitor currently confirmed to be competing for A.J. Foyt Racing for the upcoming season as the rest of the team’s driver lineup remains to be determined.

Another organization that is left undetermined regarding its driver lineup is Robb’s former team, Dale Coyne Racing. The team fielded two full-time entries for Robb and David Malukas, and a third entry for the Indianapolis 500 piloted by two-time Indy 500 champion Ryan Hunter-Reay. With both Robb and Malukas venturing to new teams and Hunter-Reay not having any racing plans set for the near future, the team’s search to fill its vacant seats continues approaching the 2024 season.

Despite having plans to field two cars for the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 in May 2024, Dreyer & Reinbold Racing have also yet to determine its two competitors who will be assuming the reigns of both entries. This past season, the team fielded the Nos. 23 and 24 Chevrolets for Hunter-Reay and Graham Rahal, respectively, with the latter replacing the injured Stefan Wilson. Having fielded at least one entry in the Indy 500 for 24 consecutive seasons, the team approaches the 2024 season aiming to extend the streak to 25 years with select names still on the market.

In the midst of a handful of teams who have vacant seats yet to be filled, a majority of organizations (Andretti Global, Arrow McLaren, Chip Ganassi Racing, Ed Carpenter Racing, Juncos Hollinger Racing, Meyer Shank Racing, Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing and Team Penske) have driver lineups for the 2024 season set, with nearly all having new names joining their stable to compete alongside notable veterans, race winners and champions.

After fielding four full-time entries and a fifth for the Indianapolis 500 this past season while recording a total of two season victories, Andretti Global, which has been rebranded from Andretti Autosport, will shrink to a three-car operation for the upcoming season and for its lineup consisting of Colton Herta, Kyle Kirkwood and Marcus Ericsson. Ericsson, the 2022 Indianapolis 500 champion from Kumla, Sweden, joins Andretti following a four-year campaign at Chip Ganassi Racing, where he had also recorded four career victories, as he will be piloting the No. 28 Dallara-Honda, thus replacing Romain Grosjean, while Herta and Kirkwood, the latter who earned his first two career victories at the Streets of Long Beach and Nashville Street Circuit in 2023, retain driving responsibilities of the Nos. 26 and 27 Hondas, respectively.

The 2024 season will mark the second consecutive season where Arrow McLaren will field three full-time entries. On this occasion, a new face joins the organization. David Malukas, from Chicago, Illinois, will replace Felix Rosenqvist to pilot the No. 6 Dallara-Chevrolet, as he will compete alongside returning names Pato O’Ward and Alexander Rossi, both of whom endured winless seasons in 2023 and strive to return the McLaren name to Victory Lane in 2024. In addition, McLaren will field a fourth entry in conjunction with 14-time NASCAR championship-winning team Hendrick Motorsports for the upcoming 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 as the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson will attempt to qualify for the event while piloting the No. 17 Dallara-Chevrolet. For his bid, Larson, a native of Elk Grove, California, will also attempt to join the late John Andretti, Robby Gordon, Tony Stewart and Kurt Busch as competitors to perform “Double Duty” on Memorial Day weekend by competing in both the Indianapolis 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 on the same day, thus comprising a total of 1,100 miles of racing.

Coming off championship No. 15 and winning half of the events in this past season’s IndyCar campaign, Chip Ganassi Racing returns with an expanded lineup that features two new names and a new promotion for one name alongside two championship-winning competitors in a bid to defend the title. Retaining their spots as full-time competitors of the Nos. 10 and 9 Hondas include the reigning two-time IndyCar champion Alex Palou and six-time IndyCar champion Scott Dixon, respectively, while Marcus Armstrong, the 2023 IndyCar Rookie of the Year from Christchurch, New Zealand, will campaign in his first full-time season with CGR in the No. 11 entry. New to the team are Linus Lundqvist, the 2022 Indy Lights champion from Tyresö, Sweden, who made select IndyCar starts for Meyer Shank Racing this past season and will pilot the No. 8 CGR Honda in 2024, and Kyffin Simpson, the 2023 European Le Mans Series champion in the LMP2 class division from Bridgetown, Barbados.

Ed Carpenter Racing will feature a new name. Christian Rasmussen will campaign on a part-time basis alongside team owner Ed Carpenter after celebrating a championship in this past season’s Indy NXT season. The 23-year-old Rasmussen from Copenhagen, Denmark, will drive ECR’s No. 20 Dallara-Chevrolet in all 11 road course and street events on the schedule, starting with the season opener at the Streets of St. Petersburg, while Carpenter, an Indianapolis veteran, will campaign in the remaining six oval events that includes the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500. Rasmussen will also attempt to compete in the Indy 500 in a third ECR entry that remains to be determined. With two competitors, the No. 20 entry will compete alongside the No. 21 entry that returns for returning full-time competitor Rinus VeeKay from Hoofddorp, Netherlands.

Coming off a strong season to date, Juncos Hollinger Racing, which has entered into a technical alliance with Arrow McLaren, will feature a new face piloting the team’s No. 77 Dallara-Chevrolet as Romain Grosjean replaces Callum Ilott in the entry while Agustin Canapino returns for a second stint with the team. Grosjean, a former Formula One competitor who competes under the French flag, transitions to JHR following a two-year campaign at Andretti Global, where he has registered six podiums and five runner-up results to date. Meanwhile, Canapino, a 33-year-old native from Arrecifes, Argentina, retains driving responsibilities of the No. 78 Chevrolet after ending up in 21st place with 180 points during last season’s championship standings.

Meyer Shank Racing will feature a new overhaul to its driver lineup for the 2024 campaign with the additions of new full-time competitors Tom Blomqvist and Felix Rosenqvist. Blomqvist, the 2022 IMSA SportsCar champion from Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, who made select starts with MSR this past season, joins the team as a first-time IndyCar competitor on a full-time basis in the No. 66 Dallara-Honda while Rosenqvist, a one-time IndyCar race winner from Värnamo, Sweden, joins MSR to drive the No. 60 Honda, replacing veteran Simon Pagenaud, following a five-year campaign competing between Chip Ganassi Racing and Arrow McLaren, where he has registered a total of six podiums to his IndyCar resume. Returning to the team for the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500 is Hélio Castroneves, a four-time champion of the Indianapolis 500 who delivered the team’s first IndyCar victory during the 2021 Indy 500 and returns to compete for his record-setting fifth Indy 500 crown in the No. 06 Dallara-Honda.

Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing, which achieved a single victory in the Streets of Toronto, Canada, this past season, welcomes Pietro Fittipaldi to its driver lineup as he will be piloting the No. 30 Dallara-Honda on a full-time basis and compete alongside returning names Graham Rahal and Christian Lundgaard, the latter who achieved his first career victory at Toronto. The 2024 season is set to mark Fittipaldi’s first full-time campaign in the IndyCar circuit after he made a combined nine starts during the 2018 and 2021 seasons. He is a former champion of the NASCAR Whelen All-American Series and the World Series Formula V8 3.5 division.

Lastly, Team Penske returns as a three-car stable with the same competitors for a third consecutive season, headlined by returning champions Josef Newgarden and Will Power along with Scott McLaughlin. Newgarden, the reigning Indianapolis 500 champion and a two-time IndyCar champion from Hendersonville, Tennessee, retains driving responsibilities of the No. 2 Dallara-Chevrolet, where he won four races in 2023, as he competes alongside Will Power, the 2018 Indy 500 champion and another two-time champion from Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia, who returns to pilot the No. 12 Chevrolet and strives to return to Victory Lane after going winless in 2023. After recording a single victory and finishing in third place during this past season’s IndyCar campaign, McLaughlin, a three-time Supercars champion from Christchurch, New Zealand, returns to pilot Penske’s No. 3 Chevrolet for a third full-time season. With familiar names retaining their places at Team Penske, the organization strives for both an 18th IndyCar championship and a 20th Indianapolis 500 title for the 2024 season.

Photo by Simon Scoggins for SpeedwayMedia.com.

With nearly the entire grid of the 2024 NTT INDYCAR Series field set, the season is scheduled to commence at the Streets of St. Petersburg for the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg on March 10, 2024. The opener’s air broadcast coverage will be provided on NBC while the time start remains to be determined.

Common Car Repair Issues: When to Visit an Abbotsford Auto Repair Shop

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SM
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Even with regular maintenance, car issues are inevitable. From replacing light bulbs to engine replacement, repairs can be expensive.

Staying ahead of common issues saves both money and keeps drivers safe on the road.

Check Engine Light

When your Check Engine light illuminates, it is a sure sign something is amiss with your vehicle.

Some problems can be easily remedied such as tightening a loose gas cap while other more complex problems require professional diagnostic equipment and analysis to locate. Whatever the cause, don’t ignore its warning light – as doing so could result in irreparable damage and costly repairs.

Vehicle onboard computers monitor performance data and relay it to an information display panel which activates the Check Engine Light when there is an issue – for instance due to poor fuel economy or elevated emissions levels.

Home repairs that can easily turn off the Check Engine light may include replacing an oxygen sensor or spark plugs; this should make it go away after several driving cycles.

Other issues, like transmission failure and overheating, may require professional diagnostic equipment in order to identify and repair. You can visit https://www.hubmotor.ca/ for professionals that can help you diagnose your car issues. Working with professionals ensures safe repairs.

Cooling System Issues

The Cooling System is an essential part of your vehicle. Without it, your engine could quickly overheat and fail completely. Over time however, its functionality may deteriorate or wear out leading to issues like leaks, failed water pumps and bad radiators.

Signs that your cooling system may be failing can include seeing coolant leaks beneath your car – usually caused by cracking hoses and gaskets – and/or your temperature gauge approaching red; should this occur you should stop driving immediately and let it cool before driving again. You can click here to learn more about coolant.

Other telltale signs that your cooling system has gone bad include sudden drops in coolant levels or your vehicle overheating – these should both prompt a visit to a mechanic. When these occur, bring it in immediately for service.

The Cooling System includes components like the radiator, expansion tank or coolant reservoir, thermostat, fans and temperature sensors. While each of these systems works independently of one another, they all serve an important function by cooling engine components or sending control signals directly to ECU. You can click the link: https://auto.howstuffworks.com/cooling-system.htm to learn more.

Regular inspection of all of these systems by certified mechanics can reduce risks of overheating and costly repair bills.

Warning Lights

Modern cars are like computers on wheels; they feature numerous sensors that monitor everything from fuel systems and transmissions, to emissions systems. These sensors help the engine control unit (ECU) identify what caused an issue before activating a dashboard warning light to illuminate.

These lights typically use color coded warning lights – green and blue ones being less urgent than red or amber warnings. If a red warning light comes on, it is extremely important that you stop driving immediately and have the problem investigated as long-term neglect may lead to more serious mechanical problems.

Some warning lights are evident, such as an air conditioning light indicating it’s time to recharge the system; others, like the Diesel Particulate Filter warning light, could indicate there may be issues with pollution control systems in your vehicle.

Tires

At some point in time, every driver experiences issues with their car. From minor fixes such as replacing a bulb to major issues that need professional intervention, keeping an eye out for minor issues that can easily be repaired on your own can save both money and time.

Flat tires are one of the most frequently occurring problems, and punctures aren’t the only cause.

Another contributing factor can be deterioration and leakage of valve stems used to fill tires up with air — usually as a result of pothole damage or curb hits; or wear-and-tear on O-rings in tire pressure monitoring systems leading to air loss from certain tires.

Flat tires can usually be repaired fairly easily if you have a spare. First, pump enough air into your tire until finger pressure is firm, then examine closely for any visible holes or leaks that might exist.

If there’s one present, look for its source; either listen out for faint hissing noises near its location, or feel around with your hand to locate punctures or puncture leaks. You can click the link: https://www.azdiyguy.com/fix-easy-trick-fix-flat-utility-tire.html to learn more.

Lift the damaged tire off of the ground using a jack, remove its lug nuts, and set them aside as safekeeping. Roll the tire to the back of your vehicle where tools and safe working environments await; cover its exterior in soapy water to coat all exposed areas, wait a few minutes, check for bubbles; if any appear, mark the spot with a marker pen.

BuzzBallz Named Taylor Reimer’s Primary Sponsor for the 2024 Chili Bowl Nationals

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Carrollton, TX, Dec. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — After a year of career high performances including 8 podium finishes, professional driver Taylor Reimer is preparing for one of her biggest annual races, the Chili Bowl Nationals, with BuzzBallz backing her as primary sponsor.

Dubbed as the “Super Bowl of Midget Racing,” the 2024 Chili Bowl Nationals are presented by NOS Energy Drinks and will take place January 8-13, 2024 at the Tulsa Expo Raceway in Tulsa, OK. This year marks the 38th annual occurrence of the event.

Reimer said her main goal for this year’s Chili Bowl is to put the BuzzBallz race car in the feature race.

“The Chili Bowl is a hometown race for me,” Reimer said. “I want to give every effort to make my first national sponsor proud.”

From January 8-12, over 300 cars plan to race in preliminary races, each driver competing in one preliminary night. With those results, elimination feature events begin on Saturday, January 13 to determine the starters for the 55-lap A feature race.

The feature winner is awarded the “Golden Driller” trophy and earns their spot on the list of previous winners.

BuzzBallz EVP of Sales & Marketing, Tracy Frisbie, said Reimer and her racing align with the brand identity of BuzzBallz, making it a perfect partnership.

“Midget cars are small and mighty, just like BuzzBallz. Taylor is just as mighty as a driver and person, and we’re so proud of all she’s accomplishing,” Frisbie said.

Reimer is currently competing in USAC and Xtreme midget racing events, but is preparing to focus on pavement racing and ARCA Menards Series selected events during her busy 2024 schedule. BuzzBallz will be a primary sponsor for both types of events.

JP Moery, Reimer’s sponsorship liaison, said Reimer’s BuzzBallz race car has become an iconic car over the last three years.

“The two have grown together, BuzzBallz as a fantastic cocktail brand and Taylor as an aspirational driver,” Moery said.

For more information visit buzzballz.com, chilibowl.com and taylorreimerracing.com.

About BuzzBallz, LLC/Southern Champion:

Since its founding in 2009, BuzzBallz, LLC/Southern Champion has been a leader of innovation and originality in the ready-to-drink cocktail industry. Owning the only woman-owned distillery, winery, and brewery in the United States, CEO and Founder Merrilee Kick has taken her master’s degree thesis project from an idea by her pool to a worldwide brand with distribution nationwide and in 25 countries. The company’s two staple brands, BuzzBallz and Uptown Cocktails, have won dozens of awards for their design, flavor, and popularity, with BuzzBallz rising to the #1 selling RTD in convenience stores and going viral on social media with hundreds of millions of views on posts mentioning the one of a kind cocktail.

The company’s mission is to create fun and innovative premixed cocktails for the world with a vision to reinvent happy hour. With premium natural ingredients and all gluten-free and Kosher-certified flavors, the Texas-based business is dedicated to high quality in their products for consumers and community alike. Through partnerships like their TerraCycle® program, BuzzBallz, LLC/Southern Champion values environmental responsibility with an emphasis on sustainability and economic improvement. The family-owned company cultivates a familial relationship with their teams to make a positive and lasting impact one sip at a time. Learn more at: www.southern-champion.com, www.uptowncocktails.com, and www.buzzballz.com.

Former Atlanta Motor Speedway President Ed Clark’s career is a blueprint for a racing career

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Samuel Stubbs
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Talking to Ed Clark on the phone, you might not think you’re talking to a man who was once the President of one of NASCAR’s premier race tracks. A smooth, southern drawl covers up the wisdom that Clark gained after nearly three decades working in executive roles at the Atlanta Motor Speedway in Hampton, Georgia. 

Clark’s interest in the sport came from an uncle, and his interest eventually turned into a job at a local bi-weekly paper in rural Virginia, where Clark covered races before going off to college at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg. After he graduated from VT, he got his first job in NASCAR at Bristol Motor Speedway in 1977. “Working in NASCAR is all I’ve done since,” Clark said. 

Tennessee also ended up being the home of Clark’s first executive role in the sport. While still working at Bristol, he took up the role of Track Manager of the Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway in 1979. In 1981, Clark went to his first corporate boardroom, accepting a role at Speedway Motorsports, which wasn’t the behemoth we know today. “At the time, Charlotte Motor Speedway was the only track we held. In 1990, we purchased Atlanta, and in the summer of ‘92, they asked me to come down and be the General Manager,” Clark explained. 

“You know, I got to do something that everybody would love to do and got to do something that wasn’t like a job. It was a pleasure to do it day in and day out,” he added. 

After a 27-year career at the track, Clark’s last weekend as President was marked on the calendar as March 13-15 of 2020, the track’s traditional tripleheader spring weekend. However, the COVID-19 pandemic, which was ramping up in the U.S. at that point, had other plans. 

“The transporters and cars were in the infield. Then we got a call from NASCAR that, hey, you know, we may be changing the plan for the weekend a little bit. A few hours later, the call was that we might be running this race without any fans. So, you know, we kind of went into, how is this going to work? Before we could even get word out about that decision, they called and said that we’re not going to race at all.”

Not only did Clark not get to see the final scheduled race of his tenure, his retirement dinner was also called off. 

“Basically, we all packed up and went home, and none of us were there that weekend,” Clark says. “It was the most bizarre thing when we finally did run the race, you know, like so many events that year. We ran it with no fans in the stands, and that was the most bizarre race I ever attended in my life.”

Asking Clark about his favorite moment as AMS President felt redundant, but I thought I’d try my hand anyway. Sure enough, he gave exactly the answer I thought he would. 

“That was the race where Bill Elliott and Alan Kulwicki raced head to head for the championship. Those two guys raced and dueled all day long. And it came down to if Bill Elliott had waited one more lap to pit and led one more lap,” Clark said, recounting the infamous story of the 1992 Hooters 500. 

“It was one of the greatest championship duels of all time, if not the greatest,” Clark said. “A couple other things were also happening that weekend. A guy named Richard Petty retired, ran his last race. A guy named Jeff Gordon made his very first Cup start. So there were so many storylines that weekend that made it special. The race was great. That buildup to Richard, for me, was like nothing I’d ever seen,” Clark says. “Of course it’s my first race. I’d never done a race in Atlanta before. So many great memories though,” he added. 

Ed Clark may not be the flashiest name in NASCAR history, nor the most well-known employee in the history of SMI. His story of working his way up the ladder to the top rung of a premier track, however, is one that can inspire everyone seeking a career in NASCAR.

And it all started at a bi-weekly newspaper in rural Virginia. 

What could have been in Season 3 for third-placed Veloce Racing

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Official Release
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Veloce Racing came tantalizingly close to a maiden Extreme E championship title in Chile. The British squad entered the Season 3 finale third in the standings, but an incident-packed Antofagasta Minerals Copper X Prix meant the team ultimately came up short in the championship decider. Here’s how the Season 3 title slipped away from Veloce Racing’s grasp.

Extreme E Season 3 saw the Veloce Racing team secure the same number of wins as two-time champions Rosberg X Racing (RXR). Taking three victories in a year that saw five teams in the title fight indicates just how close Veloce Racing was to taking home the Season 3 trophy.

In their most successful campaign to date, the team not only stood on the top step of the podium three times, but also secured a debut first-place finish, with Molly Taylor and Kevin Hansen securing a healthy number of points and podiums over the course of Season 3.

The London-based outfit entered the Season 3 finale in Chile mathematically within reach of the top spot, sitting just 21 points behind leaders ASXE. However, misfortune for the team in Round 9 denied Veloce Racing their first-ever Extreme E title.

Hansen and Taylor started Round 9 strongly, comfortably winning the very first Heat of the day with an eye-catching new chrome livery, voted for by VEXT token holders. Hansen performed a striking overtake on fellow Swede and eventual Season 3 champion, RXR’s Johan Kristoffersson, in the opening stages to help secure a positive start and an extra championship point for Veloce Racing.

In the next Qualifying Heat it was Taylor’s turn to strike, as the Australian charged off the line to take an early lead. A red flag in the first corner, which saw a roll for ABT CUPRA XE’s Klara Andersson, meant a restart. Taylor appeared unfazed, as the Australian surged into the lead once again.

Taylor remained ahead throughout the opening lap, before a puncture and broken suspension allowed ASXE’s Sanz to shoot round on the outside at the start of lap two.

The situation worsened for Veloce Racing, though, as Munnings, unaware of Taylor slowing down, launched her Andretti Altawkilat Extreme E ODYSSEY 21 over the top of the Veloce car. This brought about the second red flag of the Heat and an end to both teams’ races.

Nevertheless, Veloce Racing still had enough points for a Grand Final appearance. With hopes high for a podium result, having won GridPlay and securing a strong spot on the start the line, the team suffered another DNF due to damage suffered in Qualifying.

Fifth-place for the London-based team in the penultimate round of Season 3 put Veloce Racing just out of reach of a maiden championship title, with the squad’s nearest rivals RXR and ASXE finishing first and second, respectively.

Just as the team started off Season 3 strongly with a win, they ended it with a victory, too. Kicking off Round 10 in positive fashion, Hansen and Taylor finished their Qualifying 1 Heat in second, hot on the heels of ASXE after several striking overtakes from Hansen. Delivering strong starts throughout the weekend, the second Qualifying session proved no different as Taylor stormed to the front of the pack in Q2 Heat 1.

In the Round 10 Grand Final Hansen held his ground ahead of RXR’s Kristofferson to take second place behind ASXE’s Mattias Ekström. Taylor took over in a prime position, and the Australian deployed her ENOWA Hyperdrive at the exit to the Switch Zone to the lead from ASXE’s Laia Sanz to end a strong Season 3 campaign with a third win and a third-place finish in the championship.

Veloce Racing ended the campaign just 27 points adrift of 2023 champions RXR.

Molly Taylor, Veloce Racing driver, said: “It feels amazing to end the season with a victory here in Chile. This course really suited Kevin and myself, and we showed race winning pace throughout the double-header. The team executed everything perfectly today and they truly deserve this victory. While it stung to fall short of a maiden Extreme E title, our campaign this year has been so strong and we will be riding this momentum into 2024.”

Kevin Hansen, Veloce Racing driver, said: “This is the perfect end to such a great season with the team. We had a frustrating time in Round 9 where we fell out of contention for the Extreme E title despite showing race winning pace, but I’m so happy we could repay the team with what is our third victory this year. For Molly, myself, and the team to make it into the top three in our first full campaign together is an amazing achievement, and there is so much for us to build on heading into next season.”

Dan Bailey, CEO, Veloce Racing, added: “While we missed out on our maiden Extreme E title there is still so much for Veloce Racing to be proud of. Kevin and Molly put on a stellar performance over the weekend, and the team worked tirelessly to provide a race winning car. The same can be said for the whole season, as we found ourselves wheel-to-wheel with the best on the grid, never dropping out of the top three in the championship standings.

“Our attention has already switched to Season 4 and we’ll be looking to build upon our three victories this year and convert our pace into an Extreme E championship trophy.”

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

Speedway Shred: Unleashing the Power of Fat Burners in Your Nascar Fitness Regimen

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SM
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In the high-octane world of NASCAR, peak physical fitness is not just a requirement; it’s a necessity. 

Among the diverse strategies available, integrating fat burners into a fitness regimen stands out for its potential to enhance performance. This article delves into the strategic use of fat burners for NASCAR professionals, offering insights grounded in science and practice.

Understanding Fat Burners

The Science Behind Fat Burners

Fat burners are supplements designed to increase fat metabolism, impair fat absorption, increase weight loss, and increase fat oxidation during exercise. Typically, they contain a blend of ingredients, each with its own mechanism of action. Key components often include caffeine, green tea extract, and conjugated linoleic acid, known for their metabolic-enhancing properties.

Selecting the Right Fat Burner

Choosing the right fat burner requires understanding your body’s needs and fitness goals. Factors to consider include:

Tolerance to Stimulants: Assess how your body reacts to ingredients like caffeine.

  • Ingredient Transparency: Opt for supplements with clear, understandable ingredient lists.
  • Health Considerations: Consult with a healthcare professional to ensure the supplement aligns with your health status.
  • Brand Reputation: Research and select products from reputable brands with a proven track record for quality and efficacy.

Integrating Fat Burners into Your Regime

Strategic Supplementation

Integrating fat burners into a fitness regimen demands a strategic approach. Begin by:

  • Starting with a Low Dose: Acclimate your body by starting with a lower dose than recommended and gradually increasing it.
  • Timing: Take fat burners in the morning or before workouts to maximize their effects.

Complementary Practices

  • Fat burners work best when paired with healthy lifestyle choices. Enhance their effectiveness by:
  • Maintaining a balanced diet rich in proteins, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates, including sources like whey protein, can help support muscle growth and overall health.
  • Engaging in regular cardiovascular and strength training exercises.
  • Consistent Sleep Patterns: Ensure adequate and consistent sleep to support recovery and metabolic health.

Safety and Precautions

While beneficial, even the best fat burners can have side effects such as increased heart rate, insomnia, and jitteriness. 

Monitoring your body’s response is crucial for safe supplementation.

Consulting with a healthcare provider is imperative before starting any new supplement, especially fat burners. This step is crucial for individuals with pre-existing health conditions or those taking other medications.

  • Understanding Interactions: Be aware of potential interactions between fat burners and other medications or supplements.

The Role of Hydration and Nutrition

Hydration is vital in any fitness regimen, especially when using fat burners. These supplements can increase sweat production, making adequate water intake essential.

A well-rounded diet is the foundation of any effective fitness strategy. Ensure your diet includes:

  • Lean proteins for muscle repair and growth.
  • Complex carbohydrates for sustained energy.

Incorporate a variety of fruits and vegetables to ensure a sufficient intake of essential vitamins and minerals.

Monitoring Progress and Adjustments

  • Tracking Fitness Outcomes – Regularly assessing your fitness progress helps fine-tune your regimen. Keep track of metrics like body composition, energy levels, and endurance.
  • Adapting the Regimen – Adaptation is key in any fitness journey. Be prepared to adjust dosages, timing, and even the choice of fat burner as your body’s response evolves.
  • Feedback and Reviews: Utilize feedback from trainers or peers, and consider user reviews to make informed adjustments to your regimen.

Conclusion

Incorporating fat burners into your NASCAR fitness regimen can be a game-changer, provided it’s done with care, knowledge, and a commitment to overall health. 

Remember, these supplements are tools to augment a well-rounded fitness strategy, not replacements for sound nutrition and rigorous training. By adopting a meticulous and informed approach, you can harness the full potential of fat burners to rev up your fitness journey

Front Row Motorsports Announces Newest Driver

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Layne Riggs Joins Championship NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Team

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (December 14, 2023) – Second-generation racer and champion Layne Riggs is the newest driver of the No. 38 Ford F-150 for Front Row Motorsports (FRM) the team announced today. Riggs, the 21-year-old son of former NASCAR Cup Series driver Scott Riggs, is making the step from the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series after starts in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck and Xfinity Series this past year.

The Bahama, N.C. native is the next FRM development driver after both Todd Gilliland and Zane Smith have won races and Smith a championship with the team. Riggs will be making his full-time NASCAR national series debut in 2024, but already has championship experience while climbing through the ranks of NASCAR.

Dylan Cappello will step up from his lead engineer role to be the crew chief of the team. Chris Lawson will step down from his crew chief role and serve as a consultant to the team to begin the season while working on other projects outside of NASCAR.

Beginning his career at the age of 10, Riggs competed in Limited Sportsman events at the Orange County (N.C.) Speedway where he raced for multiple seasons, eventually earning the track championship. Riggs then moved his career to the CARS Tour where he raced late model stock cars for several seasons. He finished his stint in the series with six wins, eight poles, 32 top-five, and 41 top-10 finishes.

In 2022, Riggs focused on the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series. He built an impressive track record featuring 16 wins, 29 top-five, and 35 top-10 finishes across some of the toughest NASCAR tracks in the southeast. Riggs was crowned the 2022 NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series National Champion.

This past season, Riggs gained more attention during limited starts in the NASCAR CRAFTMAN Truck and XFINITY Series. He finished third at the Indianapolis (Ind.) Raceway Park in the truck race and followed that by a 10th and 11th-place finishes at the end of the season at the Las Vegas (Nev.) Motor Speedway and the Martinsville (Va.) Speedway in the Xfinity Series.

Riggs is now set to compete for the Sunoco Rookie of the Year title in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series and is signed to a multi-year agreement with FRM.

“I’m really thankful for this opportunity to compete full-time in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series with one of the best teams in the sport,” said Riggs. “I’ve dedicated my life for an opportunity like this, and I’m incredibly appreciative of Bob (Jenkins) and everyone at Front Row for providing me the opportunity to take my next step in my racing career.”

In addition to his racing schedule, Riggs is set to complete his Mechanical Engineering degree at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC) while participating in full-time competition.

“I really appreciate Layne’s dedication to his education while also competing at the highest levels,” commented Bob Jenkins, Owner, FRM. “That comes from great parenting and a sense of dedication from Layne. We’ve already seen a lot of potential in Layne and he’s a perfect fit for our program to develop him into a national series NASCAR winner.”

FRM is set to announce team partners for Riggs in the lead-up to the Fresh From Florida 250 at the Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway- a race that FRM is the two-time defending winner.

ABOUT FRONT ROW MOTORSPORTS

Front Row Motorsports (FRM) is a winning organization in the NASCAR Cup and CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. The team is the 2021 Daytona 500 and 2022 CRAFTSMAN Truck Series champions. The team was founded in 2004 and is owned by successful entrepreneur, Bob Jenkins. FRM fields the No. 34 and the No. 38 NASCAR Cup Series teams along with the No. 38 CRAFTSMAN Truck Series team from its Mooresville, N.C. headquarters. Visit teamfrm.com and follow FRM on social media: Twitter at @Team_FRM, Instagram at @team_frm and Facebook at facebook.com/FrontRowMotorsports.

The UTV World Championship Expands to 3 Races as Part of the UNLTD Off-Road Racing Series

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UTV manufacturers invited to participate in the UNLTD Off-Road Racing UTV World Championship Manufacturers Cup

UNLTD Off-Road Racing announced today that The UTV World Championship will expand from a single race to a three-race series as part of the newly formed UNLTD Off-Road Racing Championship Series. The series will include The Parker 400 in Parker, AZ, The Mint 400 in Las Vegas, NV and The California 300 in Barstow, CA, comprising over 1100 miles of the toughest off-road terrain in North America.

In addition, all of the top UTV manufacturers have been invited to participate in the UNLTD Off-Road Racing UTV World Championship Manufacturers Cup. Just like the racers, points will be assigned to manufacturers based on their racers finishing results, to determine which OEM currently dominates the sport of off-road racing. Special awards and recognition will be given to the manufacturer with the most successful teams and vehicles at the conclusion of the UNLTD season.

“The UTV platform has evolved quickly to become one of the most capable off-road vehicle platforms on the planet! It’s time we had a challenge that truly puts them to the test,” said UNLTD Off-Road Racing CEO Matt Martelli. “Less than 50% of the competitors will likely finish all 1100 miles of the UTV World Championship Series. To get a podium will mean you are among the best in the world, but to win this championship will mean you are the best UTV racer on the planet – with the most capable vehicle, and team. This is by far the most challenging race series for UTV’s ever created!”

The UTV World Championship was started in 2015 as a premiere showcase and ultimate proving ground for UTV manufacturers, aftermarket products, and racers. It quickly grew into one of the biggest and most coveted races in the sport, and launched the careers of countless factory backed athletes.

In 2020, the event was moved from Laughlin to Lake Havasu City and the format and courses were changed to make the event more challenging. For the past two years the event has been part of The California 300 Off-Road Race in Barstow, California. In 2024, the UTV World Championship will feature a dedicated “Youth UTV World Championship” that will add additional prizes and prestige to the already wildly popular event.

“We started UTV Youth racing in 2015 as a way to help foster up-and-coming racers and give them a massive stage to compete on. Next year, we’re ramping that up and giving Youth racers a three race series that will allow them to compete alongside some of the best in the sport. We feel it’s time they receive special recognition for their classes and put them front and center at our start/finish line spectating,” stated UNLTD Event Director Kilian Hamlin.

Details regarding racer registration, sponsorship packages, exhibitor vending, spectator tickets, camping, and parking passes for UNLTD Off-Road Racing are live on Unlimitedoffroadracing.com.

About UNLTD Off-Road Racing
The Unlimited Off-Road Racing league was formed by The Martelli Brothers in 2023 after more than a decade of successful desert off-road race promotion, including The Mint 400, The UTV World Championship and The California 300. The league was formed to promote the sport of desert off-road racing, the off-road industry, and to expand the reach of off-road companies beyond the industry and into the homes of every off-road race fan, globally. Key attributes of the newly formed league include large racer car counts, competitive and challenging race courses, safe and family-friendly spectating areas, multiple days of racing and off-road festivities all located near major cities and markets that positively affect the off-road industry. The Martelli Brothers, owners of the motorsports powerhouse production group Mad Media have made it their mission to grow the league into a four race series that showcases the best off-road racers on the best courses in North America.

Extreme E confirms extension with ESPN

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14 December 2023, London: Extreme E, the innovative electric off-road racing series, has confirmed an extension of its broadcast partnership with ESPN in Latin America.

ESPN will broadcast live racing action as well as highlights, magazine, preview and review shows across Latin American countries including Mexico, Argentina, Brazil and Chile in English, Spanish or Portuguese. Following its debut in South America last year with races in Chile and Uruguay, the continent has a strong affinity with Extreme E.

The championship held its title decider in South America, as a captivating 2023 campaign was concluded deep in the Atacama Desert, Chile, for the Antofagasta Minerals Copper X Prix. In the closest championship fight in Extreme E history, five teams were in with a shot of title glory – with Nico Rosberg’s Rosberg X Racing the victors for their second championship in three seasons.

Ali Russell, Managing Director at Extreme E, said: “ESPN is one of the biggest names in sports broadcasting and I’m delighted they’ll continue to air Extreme E in Latin America.

“It was fitting that our dramatic Season 3 finale took place in South America – a continent which has huge passion for motorsport, and particularly our championship having raced there for the past two seasons.

“South America is a very important market for Extreme E and not only do we display wheel-to-wheel racing on-track, but we will continue to leave a long-lasting positive impact through our Legacy Programmes in each destination off it. I am delighted that we will continue to bring our pioneering championship to a huge Latin American audience.”

Extreme E is currently shown by more than 90 broadcasters in over 200 territories worldwide.

Earlier this year, the championship announced delivered huge growth in its global audience figures in 2022, soaring to 135 million viewers. This marks an improvement of more than 30 per cent compared to its inaugural season in 2021.

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

Mazda specifies medium-term targets and roadmap towards achieving carbon neutrality

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— Mazda is aiming to reduce CO2 emissions from its domestic plants, etc. by approximately 70% and achieve over 70% of non-fossil fuel electricity usage by FY2030 —

TOKYO, Dec 14, 2023 – (JCN Newswire) – Mazda Motor Corporation (“Mazda”) today specified the medium-term targets and roadmap towards achieving carbon neutrality at its plants and operational sites in Japan(1), which account for approximately 75% of its global total CO2 emissions, as part of its efforts to attain carbon neutrality at all Mazda plants globally by 2035 and across the whole supply chain by 2050. The medium-term goal is to reduce, by FY2030, its CO2 emissions by 69% in comparison to FY2013 levels. Mazda will work steadily, in line with its roadmap, to follow through on the policies it already has in place and achieve this medium-term goal.

Mazda positions the achievement of carbon neutrality as one of its key initiatives of management policy up to 2030. To achieve carbon neutrality at all of its plants around the world, Mazda will be focusing on three pillars: energy conservation, shifting to renewable energy, and introducing carbon neutral fuels. Along with the details of these three pillars, Mazda specified the roadmap for its domestic plants and operational sites which have a strong effect on its ability to achieve carbon neutrality.

Roadmap for achieving carbon neutral at Mazda’s plants and operational sites in Japan

In terms of energy conservation, Mazda will be introducing Internal Carbon Pricing(2) as one of the capital investment criteria. As a result, investment decisions will take the future price of carbon trading into account and prioritize investments with a major contribution to CO2 emissions reduction. Mazda will continue working in all areas, including production and indirect departments such as infrastructure, to improve the efficiency of our facilities and transform our technology.

In terms of introducing renewable energy, Mazda will be switching the fuel used to supply the power generation facilities of MCM Energy Service Co., Ltd. (Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture), at Hiroshima plant Ujina District (Hiroshima City, Hiroshima Prefecture) from fossil fuels to liquid ammonia(3), while also making use of corporate PPA(4) signed with other local parties, and increasing the purchase of non-fossil fuel derived sustainable energy from power companies. As a result of these policies, Mazda plans to achieve a usage ratio for non-fossil fuel power of 75% by FY2030.

To introduce carbon neutral fuels, Mazda will be switching the fuel used to power vehicles for transport within the company from diesel to a next-generation biofuel. In cases where generating power from alternative fuel sources proves difficult, we will make use of J-credits(5) to promote forestry preservation and re-forestry to absorb CO2 in the Chugoku region and other regions.

Commenting on this latest announcement, Takeshi Mukai, Director and Senior Managing Executive Officer (Oversight of Quality, Purchasing, Production, Business Logistics and Carbon Neutrality; Assistant to the Officer overseeing Cost Innovation) said “Mazda will move forward with carbon neutral initiatives in line with our plans to contribute to the reduction of CO2 emissions and the prevention of global warming across all of our processes including manufacturing transportation, usage, and recycling/disposal, as we believe that such efforts are a core responsibility of automotive manufacturers. Through these three pillars, Mazda is aiming to achieve carbon neutral at all of its global plants by 2035 and will attempt to achieve carbon neutral throughout the entire supply chain by 2050, contributing to the lasting coexistence with our planet.”

For factories outside Japan, Mazda will be investigating optimum approaches appropriate to each region using the carbon neutral initiatives in Japan as a reference model. The company will also join with local organizations such as the subcommittee for the promotion of carbon neutral electricity, and the Hiroshima committee for the promotion of coordination between industry, academia, and the government in the automotive industry, working together to take on the challenge of achieving carbon neutral at all Mazda factories around the globe by 2035.

Mazda is committed to promoting human centric values, advancing the joy of driving, so as to deliver emotional mobility experiences to our customers, helping them experience the joy of living.

*1 Total of 17 places of operation in Japan including headquarters and Hiroshima plant, (Aki-gun and Hiroshima City in Hiroshima Prefecture), Hofu plant (Hofu City, Yamaguchi Prefecture) and Miyoshi office (Miyoshi City, Hiroshima Prefecture).
*2 Mazda will use internal carbon pricing to create frameworks for promoting low carbon investment and low carbon policies.
*3 Refers to power generation based solely on the combustion of liquid ammonia. Mazda has already established a collaborative body for promoting the introduction and use of ammonia fuel delivered via the Namikata Terminal (announced on April 14, 2023). Mazda has already taken part in a meeting of the new body.
*4 An agreement for the purchase of electric power over the long-term under which a power generation company establishes, for supply to a specific user, solar power facilities or other facilities, located at a distance from the user, to generate sustainable energy which is supplied to the user via the power grid of a specific power retailer. Mazda has concluded offsite corporate PPA contracts for the supply of solar power (announced on March 27, 2023).
*5 A system recognized by the Japanese government under which the introduction of energy-conserving facilities and the use of renewable energy to reduce CO2 emissions and credit for the absorption of CO2 through forestry management plans can be counted as a contribution to the goals of the Japan Business Federation’s carbon neutral action plan and carbon offsets. Mazda has already concluded with Mitsui & Co., Ltd. a contract to purchase the J Credits generated by the Okayamanomori seibikousha Forestry Management Project (announced on December 14, 2023).
*6 Scope 1: Direct emissions from the use of fuel and industrial processes.
Scope 2: Emissions resulting from a company’s purchase of heat and power (indirect emissions from energy sources).
*7 Mazda supports the biofuel manufacturing business of Euglena Co., Ltd. (announced on January 19, 2023).

News URL: https://www.acnnewswire.com/press-release/english/88101/

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