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Weekend schedule and format for the Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum

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Angie Campbell
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Photo by David Myers for SpeedwayMedia.com

This weekend NASCAR travels to the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum to kick off the 2023 season with The Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum.

It will be a star-studded event to usher in NASCAR’s 75th anniversary season. Actor Rob Lowe will be there as the Grand Marshal to start the race by giving the command, “Drivers, start your engines.” Caleb Williams, the 2022 winner of the Heisman Trophy will serve as the Honorary Starter with entertainment provided by Cypress Hill and Wiz Khalifa.

The entry list for the exhibition race will be comprised of 23 drivers from the NASCAR Cup Series Charter teams. Four additional drivers from the Open teams will also compete to make up the 27-car field.

The eligible drivers will hit the track Saturday evening at 6 p.m. ET for practice. They will be divided into three groups and each group will have three practice sessions.
Single-car and single-round qualifying will follow practice at 8 p.m. ET. There will be four 25-lap heat races (only green-flag laps will count).

Each driver will have one warm-up lap and two timed laps. The qualifying order will be based on the 2022 Cup Series owner points standings, from lowest to highest. The fastest qualifier will start on the pole for Heat 1, the second fastest will earn the pole for Heat 2, etc.

The top-five finishers in each of the four heat races will automatically transfer to the Clash (20 drivers).
The remaining drivers who finished outside the top five in their heat race will advance to the 50-lap Last Chance Qualifiers.

The first Last Chance Qualifier will consist of the drivers who finished sixth-10th in Heats 1 and 3. The final Last Chance Qualifier will include the drivers who finished sixth-10th in Heats 2 and 4.

The top three drivers in each of the Last Chance Qualifier races will advance to compete in the Clash (6 drivers).

The final spot (27th) will be awarded to the driver who finished the highest in the 2022 season points standings but did not qualify for a starting position in the Clash.

Saturday, Feb. 4 (All events on FS1/MRN/SiriusXM)
6 p.m.: Practice (Groups 1, 2, 3) Three timed sessions per Group
8:30 p.m.: Qualifying (Single Vehicle/Three Laps All Positions)

Sunday, Feb. 5 (All events on FOX/MRN/SiriusXM)
5 p.m.: Qualifying Heat 1
5:15 p.m.: Qualifying Heat 2
5:30 p.m.: Qualifying Heat 3
5:45 p.m.: Qualifying Heat 4
6:10 p.m.: Last Chance Qualifying – Race 1
6:35 p.m.: Last Chance Qualifying – Race 2
7:05 p.m.: Pre-Race Concert
7:50 p.m.: Driver Intros
8 p.m.: Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum

*All times are Eastern

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5 Things to Do After Buying Your First Car

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SM
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  • Understand the insurance coverage and discounts you are eligible for to ensure your safety and reduce costs
  • Familiarize yourself with your vehicle’s maintenance requirements for optimal performance
  • Get acquainted with the features of your car to ensure proper use
  • Develop good driving habits, such as adhering to traffic signals and avoiding sudden lane changes
  • Learn about fuel efficiency to save money and reduce emissions from your car.

Congratulations on buying your first car! Now you can benefit from the convenience, freedom, and flexibility a car brings to any lifestyle. Driving your first car is an exciting experience, but it also has some essential responsibilities. To help ensure your safety and that of other drivers on the road, here are five things to consider when you become a proud vehicle owner for the first time.

1. Get the Appropriate Insurance Coverage

First, ensure you have the right insurance to cover your new purchase. The amount and type of coverage you need will depend on various factors, such as the make and model of the car you drive, your driving record, and how often you plan on using the vehicle. Speak to an insurance professional who can help determine what kind of policy best suits your individual needs.

It is essential to consider any additional risks associated with your new vehicle. You will need extra coverage if you use it frequently or in special circumstances such as long-distance travel. You may also want to add comprehensive collision coverage to better protect yourself in the event of an accident or theft. Additionally, research insurance discounts that may be available to you based on your driving record and other factors.

2. Understand Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs

It’s important to understand that having a car also means taking care of it properly. Make sure to familiarize yourself with all its maintenance requirements, including when oil changes are necessary and any other preventive measures that should be taken to keep it running smoothly for years to come. Knowing where to take your car for service and repair is also important if an issue arises.

In addition to regular maintenance, understanding how often additional services should be completed will help ensure your vehicle operates at its best and is safe for you to drive. Consider scheduling a tune-up every 30,000 miles and an emissions test every two years to keep the engine running smoothly and efficiently. Additionally, checking the tire pressure regularly and replacing them every five to seven years is important for safety and fuel efficiency.

Your seller should be a reliable source of information on all these things, and if they’re honest, they will let you know any issues the car has and how to care for it properly. People from all over Rock County like to visit this Mazda dealer serving Janesville WI to get good deals as well as advice on future maintenance and repair. Knowing what you’re getting into will help you be a more responsible car owner.

3. Acquaint Yourself With Your Car’s Features

Your first car is bound to have features you’ve never experienced before, so getting familiar with them is essential. Read the owner’s manual or consult a professional mechanic who can explain everything in detail. This will help you understand the vehicle better and ensure proper use of its components.

4. Develop Good Driving Habits

Driving requires patience, alertness, and concentration at all times. Always observe all road rules and practice safe driving habits, such as not speeding or texting while behind the wheel. Always follow directions from traffic signs and signals, and avoid making sudden lane changes that could put you in danger.

Here are some ways you can develop good driving habits:

Ensure You’re Alert and Concentrated

Driving requires you to be alert and concentrated at all times. It’s easy to become distracted from texting or talking on the phone, listening to music, or simply daydreaming while driving. To ensure that you remain focused on the task of driving, make sure your cell phone is off, limit distractions in the car like loud music, and take regular breaks if needed.

Follow Road Rules and Use Caution

Always practice safe driving habits, such as not speeding or tailgating other vehicles. Observe all road rules and traffic signs closely, even if it may be inconvenient. Remember that adhering to these safety regulations can help protect you and other drivers on the road.

Avoid Sudden Lane Changes

Sudden lane changes can be dangerous and unpredictable for other drivers, so always use your turn signals when switching lanes. Make sure you give yourself enough space and time to merge into another lane safely without endangering yourself or others.

Get a Driver’s Education

You don’t have to be a new driver to need a driver’s education. If you’re nervous or anxious about driving in general, taking a course through driver’s ed can help refresh your knowledge and build your confidence. Additionally, driver’s ed can help ensure you understand the local rules and regulations if you’re planning to get a license in a new state or country.

5. Learn About Fuel Efficiency

Fuel efficiency is one of the most important things to consider when driving your first car. Understanding how to get the most out of each gas tank can help you save money while reducing emissions. Start by learning about the available fuel types and comparing their prices before filling up at the pump. Additionally, research ways to improve your vehicle’s mileage, such as using cruise control when appropriate or driving with light loads whenever possible.

Final Words

Following these five tips upon purchasing your first car, you’ll be able to maximize its use for years to come without compromising safety or performance. Start by getting the appropriate insurance, understanding your vehicle’s maintenance needs and features, developing safe driving habits, and learning about fuel efficiency. With these tips in mind, you will be able to drive responsibly and enjoy all the benefits of owning a car.

NASCAR reveals 2023 Xfinity Dash 4 Cash, Triple Truck Challenge schedules

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Andrew Kim
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Photo by Chad Wells for SpeedwayMedia.com.

With the 2023 NASCAR season nearing its commencement, the Xfinity Series Dash 4 Cash and the Craftsman Truck Series’ Triple Truck Challenge programs will also be returning and featured in the early portions of the upcoming racing schedule.

For the Xfinity Series, the Dash 4 Cash program will launch its 15th consecutive season by hosting its qualifying event at Circuit of the Americas for a second consecutive season on March 25, where the top-four highest-finishing Xfinity regulars in the final running order will contend for the first round of bonus money. The Dash 4 Cash program will then commence at Richmond Raceway on April 1 before returning for the following three consecutive events at Martinsville Speedway on April 15, Talladega Superspeedway on April 22 and Dover Motor Speedway on April 29. The highest-finishing Xfinity competitor in each event will receive the cash-winning prize, with opportunities for the cash-winning prize to increase should a competitor achieve the bonus more than once.

This past season, Sam Mayer commenced the Dash 4 Cash program by winning the first bonus round at Richmond. Veteran AJ Allmendinger claimed the following two bonuses at Martinsville and Talladega before Noah Gragson claimed the fourth and final bonus at Dover. While Allmendinger and Gragson have moved up to the NASCAR Cup Series for this upcoming season, Mayer returns to the Xfinity Series for JR Motorsports as he will contend for another round of bonus money.

For the Craftsman Truck Series, which has been renamed from the Camping World Truck Series, the Triple Truck Challenge will occupy three events for a fifth consecutive season and offer Truck regulars three opportunities to earn bonus money for themselves. The program will launch at Charlotte Motor Speedway on May 26 before returning at World Wide Technology Raceway on June 3 and at Nashville Superspeedway on June 23.

A year ago, Corey Heim claimed the first Triple Truck Challenge bonus after winning at World Wide Technology Raceway in Gateway. Ryan Preece went on to claim the second bonus after winning at Nashville before Parker Kligerman capped off the program by winning both the race and the bonus at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. While Preece and Kligerman have moved up to the Cup and Xfinity Series respectively, Heim will receive additional opportunities to compete for additional cash as he returns to the Truck Series as a full-time competitor for TRICON Garage.

Photo by Simon Scoggins for SpeedwayMedia.com.

For both initiatives, drivers who are competing for championship points in their respective series will only be eligible to compete in their respective cash-winning events (Xfinity for Dash 4 Cash and Truck for Triple Truck Challenge), thus making the Cup Series competitors ineligible for both program events.

As part of the restriction process that will not allow competitors competing in additional national touring series events in major events, drivers who are not competing for Xfinity Series points will be ineligible to compete in the series’ Playoff events, elimination races and the inaugural Xfinity event at the Chicago Street Race that is scheduled to occur on July 1. In addition, Xfinity regulars will not be allowed to compete in the Truck season finale event at Phoenix Raceway on November 3 while Cup regulars are ineligible to compete in the Truck’s Playoff schedule. Cup regulars, however, are permitted to compete in a maximum of five Xfinity and Truck events that do not involve the major bonus, Playoff or championship events.

The 2023 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season is set to commence at Daytona International Speedway on February 17 with the event’s coverage to occur at 7:30 p.m. ET on FS1. The 2023 NASCAR Xfinity Series season is scheduled to occur the following day on February 18 with the event’s coverage to commence at 5 p.m. ET on FS1.

RFK Advance | The Clash

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Event Info:
Date: Sunday, February 5
Time: 8 p.m. ET
Event: Clash at The Coliseum
Series: NASCAR Cup Series (NCS)
Location: Los Angeles, California
Format: 150 laps
TV: FOX
Radio: MRN, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio

Weekend Schedule:
Saturday: 3 p.m. ET, Practice (FS1)
Saturday: 5:30 p.m. ET, Qualifying (FS1)
Sunday: 2 p.m. ET, Heat Races (FS1)
Sunday: 3:10 p.m. ET, Last Chance Qualifiers (FS1)
Sunday: 5 p.m. ET, Race (FOX)

6 Team Info:
Partner: King’s Hawaiian
Crew Chief: Matt McCall

17 Team Info:
Partner: Fastenal
Crew Chief: Scott Graves

Weekend Format:

  • The format of this year’s Clash at the Coliseum is largely unchanged from 2022. Saturday, the field will be split into three groups for practice, with each group receiving three sessions to dial in their cars.
  • Following practice, single-round and single-car qualifying will begin to set the starting lineups of Sunday’s heat races — four 25-lap contests in which only green-flag laps will count. In qualifying, each driver gets three laps — one warm-up lap and two timed circuits. Teams will go out for qualifying based on the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series owner points standings from lowest to highest. If there are more than 40 entries to this event, the fastest four open teams will transfer into the heat races.
  • Saturday’s fastest qualifier will earn the pole position in Heat 1, with the second-fastest qualifier earning pole for Heat 2; third-fastest on pole for Heat 3; and fourth-fastest on pole for Heat 4, etc.
  • The heat races will determine both the field for the main event, alongside the starting lineup. The top five finishers in each heat race will automatically advance to the main event, setting the top 20 starting positions.
  • Drivers who finish their heat races outside the top five will fight to advance into the main event through the Last Chance Qualifiers, two 50-lap dashes to officially set the Clash field. The first LCQ will feature those who finished sixth-10th in Heats 1 and 3; the second LCQ hosts those who finished sixth-10th in Heats 2 and 4. The top three drivers in each LCQ will advance and compete in the Clash.
  • The 27th and final spot in the field is reserved for the driver who finished the highest in the 2022 season points standings and who did not already earn a starting position in the Clash.

Keselowski in the Clash:
Starts: 9
Wins: 1 (2018)
Top-10s: 5
Poles: 1

Keselowski is aiming for his 10th appearance in the annual preseason, exhibition event. He is the 2018 winner of the Clash and has five top-10 finishes in the event. He ran fourth in his first-ever Clash in 2012 in his Championship season, and followed that up with a runner-up result in 2014.
In NASCAR’s first-ever appearance at the LA Coliseum a season ago, Keselowski failed to advance to the main event out of the last-chance qualifier race.

Buescher in the Clash:
Starts: 2
Wins: —
Top-10s: 1
Poles: —

Buescher has two starts in the annual Clash event with a best finish of ninth back in 2017. He finished 16th in 2021 in Daytona.
He did not make the main event in 2022 at the LA Coliseum.

RFK Historically at the Clash:
Wins: 1 (Mark Martin, 1999)

NASCAR Hall of Famer Mark Martin has Jack Roush’s lone win in the Clash event, winning back in 1999. He started from the 13th position and went on to lead the final 16 laps, topping Ken Schrader and Bobby Labonte on the podium for the victory.

NASCAR Fan Rewards Launches as Part of 75th Anniversary Season

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Program is First of its Kind Currently Offered by a Major Sports League

Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jan. 31, 2023) – NASCAR is home to the most loyal and passionate fans in all of sports, and now fans are being rewarded for that loyalty. As part of its 75th Diamond Anniversary season, NASCAR has launched NASCAR Fan Rewards, a free program that rewards fans for simply engaging with the sport they love.

“Our fans are the reason we race week in and week out, so we wanted to show our appreciation by creating this free program that rewards them for doing what they’re already doing – connecting with the sport they love,” said Pete Jung, NASCAR senior vice president and chief marketing officer. “The best part is, the more fans engage, the more rewards they will earn towards things such as merchandise, gift cards and even race tickets.”

There is no cost to join the rewards program. Fans can visit nascar.com/fanrewards, create an account and start earning points towards rewards immediately. For those fans who already have a NASCAR.com account, they can simply opt-in to NASCAR Fan Rewards via their profile page. Once points are earned, fans can redeem them for items such as race tickets, VIP experiences, autographed merchandise and gift cards, or even donate to the NASCAR Foundation.

Some ways to earn points towards rewards include:

  • Watching Races from Home: Fans can check in on the NASCAR.com (desktop, mobile app, or mobile web) leaderboard during any CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, Xfinity Series, or Cup Series race
  • Attending NASCAR Races: Fans can check in from the NASCAR Track app
  • Playing NASCAR Fantasy Live
  • Participating in Weekly Trivia: Available via the NASCAR Fan Rewards dashboard each week
  • Purchasing Race Tickets and Camping: Points are earned automatically when fans purchase tickets or camping at any NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, Xfinity Series, or Cup Series race
  • Visiting the NASCAR Hall of Fame
  • Purchasing Merchandise from the NASCAR.com Shop

To help launch the program and generate awareness among fans, NASCAR and Spire Motorsports will collaborate to showcase a special NASCAR Fan Rewards paint scheme on the No. 77 Chevrolet driven by Ty Dillon during the Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum on Feb. 5.

For further information on the NASCAR Fan Rewards program and a full list of ways to earn points and rewards, visit nascar.com/fanrewards.

The NASCAR Cup Series hits the track for the first time in 2023 at the Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum this Sunday, Feb. 5 at 8 p.m. ET on FOX, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. Tickets begin at $65, and kids 12-and-under are $10. Fans can get tickets now by visiting www.nascarclash.com. Then, the regular season gets underway with the 65th running of the DAYTONA 500®, the Great American Race, on Sunday, February 19 at 2:30 p.m. ET on FOX, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio. UNOH Fanzone passes are still available at www.daytona500.com or by calling 1-800-PIT-SHOP.

About NASCAR

Celebrating its 75th Anniversary in 2023, the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, LLC (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the No. 1 form of motorsports in the United States and owner of 16 of the nation’s major motorsports entertainment facilities. NASCAR consists of three national series (NASCAR Cup Series™, NASCAR Xfinity Series™, and NASCAR Camping World Truck Series™), four regional series (ARCA Menards Series™, ARCA Menards Series East & West and the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour™), one local grassroots series (NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series™) and three international series (NASCAR Pinty’s Series™, NASCAR Mexico Series™, NASCAR Whelen Euro Series™). The International Motor Sports Association™ (IMSA®) governs the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship™, the premier U.S. sports car series. NASCAR also owns Motor Racing Network, Racing Electronics, and ONE DAYTONA. Based in Daytona Beach, Florida, with offices in eight cities across North America, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races in more than 30 U.S. states, Canada, Mexico and Europe. For more information visit www.NASCAR.com and www.IMSA.com, and follow NASCAR on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat (‘NASCAR’).

Parmalee to perform pre-race concert at AMS on March 19

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HAMPTON, Ga. (Jan. 31, 2023) – Breakout country music stars Parmalee will perform a live pre-race concert for the Ambetter Health 400 on Sunday, March 19.

Before NASCAR’s best hit the track for 400 miles of action on Atlanta Motor Speedway’s high banks, the Platinum-selling band of brothers will rev up the crowd with their catalog of chart-topping hits.

The North Carolina natives have enjoyed chart-topping success with hits like their PLATINUM-certified No. 1 single with Blanco Brown, “Just the Way,” and follow-up single “Take My Name” from their most recent album For You. Since debuting on country radio, Parmalee has earned more than 1 billion on-demand streams.

Parmalee’s concert on the pre-race stage will be followed by driver introductions, pre-race ceremonies, and the start of the Ambetter Health 400. Limited pre-race track passes are available with stage-front access to Parmalee’s concert and NASCAR Cup Series driver introductions on Atlanta Motor Speedway’s frontstretch. Insiders Club season ticketholders can get pre-race track passes for a discounted price of $65; all other fans can experience the pre-race festivities up close for $75, or $35 for kids 12 and under.

Ticketholders who do not have a pre-race track pass can enjoy Parmalee’s concert from their grandstand seat as part of their admission to the March 19 Ambetter Health 400.

Tickets and camping accommodations for the March 17-19 Ambetter Health 400 NASCAR weekend are available at www.AtlantaMotorSpeedway.com.

About the Ambetter Health 400 weekend:

Atlanta’s spring NASCAR weekend is headlined by the Ambetter Health 400 on Sunday, March 19, with intense, door-to-door racing around the historic high banks of Atlanta Motor Speedway.

The race weekend also features Atlanta’s same-day NASCAR doubleheader on Saturday, March 18, 2022. The thrills of the Fr8 208 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race and the RAPTOR King of Tough 250 NASCAR Xfinity Series race all happen in one action-packed day that race fans look forward to every year.

More information on the March 17-19, 2023, Ambetter Health 400 weekend and ticket availability can be found online at AtlantaMotorSpeedway.com.

About Parmalee:

ACM “New Vocal Duo/Group of the Year” nominee Parmalee is one of Country music’s most successful acts: the Platinum-selling band of brothers is one of only four groups since 2001 to earn consecutive Top 10 singles from a debut Country album. Since their debut at Country radio, Parmalee has earned over 1 billion on-demand streams. Heralded at “Country Music’s Breakout Stars” by MSN Entertainment, Parmalee has suppored Brad Paisley and Jake Owen on national tours while finding time to perform on NBC’s TODAY show, The Kelly Clarkson Show, The Late Late Show, FOX & Friends All American Summer Concert Series, MLB Central’s Studio 21, The Queen Latifah Show, and more. Comprised of brothers Matt and Scott Thomas (lead vocals/guitar and drums, respectively), cousin Barry Knox (bass), and life-long friend Josh McSwain, the North Carolina natives had a legendary return to the top of the charts with their PLATINUM-certified No. 1 single with Blanco Brown, “Just the Way,” with their follow up single, “Take My Name” from their new album For You, then becoming a multi-week No. 1 hit at Country radio. Their latest single “Girl In Mine” is available now. For more information, visit: http://www.parmalee.com.

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Nutrien Ag Solutions Continues Partnership with Kaulig Racing and AJ Allmendinger for the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series Season

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LEXINGTON, N.C. (Jan. 31, 2023) – Kaulig Racing announces the renewal of its partnership with Nutrien Ag Solutions, extending into a multi-race sponsorship for the 2023 NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) season. Nutrien Ag Solutions will serve as a primary partner on AJ Allmendinger’s No. 16 Camaro ZL1 throughout the 2023 NCS season.

The partnership between Nutrien Ag Solutions and Kaulig Racing began in 2019 in the NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS), in which the Nutrien Ag Solutions Chevrolet made the first of 59 total starts as a primary partner.

Allmendinger earned Nutrien Ag Solutions its first NASCAR win at Circuit of the Americas during the 2022 NXS season. Allmendinger went on to win three more races in the Nutrien Ag Solutions Chevrolet, including his fourth-consecutive win at the Charlotte ROVAL during the NXS playoffs.

“We are excited to continue building our partnership with Nutrien Ag Solutions and have them be a part of our Cup program this season,” said Chris Rice, President of Kaulig Racing. “AJ is passionate about racing, so to have him on track representing growers who share that same passion is truly special.”

Allmendinger, who announced his return to full-time NCS competition for the 2023 season after a four-year hiatus, said, “I couldn’t be happier to have Nutrien Ag Solutions along for the ride for my return to full-time Cup racing in 2023. We proved this partnership is all about celebrating the hard work of farmers and growers across the nation. I’m excited to continue this partnership and represent them on track.”

“We are thrilled to continue leading the field the 2023 season with AJ and Kaulig Racing.” said David Elser, Senior Vice President of North American Retail for Nutrien Ag Solutions. “The drive and determination that fuels our growers across North America also fuels AJ and the team. We can’t wait to root him on to continued success.”

The No. 16 Nutrien Ag Solutions Camaro ZL1 will make its debut in the NCS for the 65th running of the Daytona 500.

About Nutrien Ag Solutions:

Nutrien Ag Solutions® is the retail division of Nutrien® Ltd., the world’s largest crop inputs company, providing full-acre solutions through a network of trusted crop consultants at more than 1,700 global locations. Nutrien Ag Solutions helps growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, offering a wide selection of products, including proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.®, Proven® Seed and Dyna-Gro® Seed.

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 made the NXS Playoffs consecutively each season since the playoff system started and has won back-to-back regular-season championships. Before becoming a full-time NCS team, Kaulig Racing made multiple starts in the 2021 NCS season and won in its seventh-ever start with AJ Allmendinger’s victory at “The Brickyard” for the Verizon 200 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The team expanded to a two-car, full-time NCS team in 2022 with Justin Haley piloting the No. 31 Camaro ZL1, and an all-star lineup featured in the No. 16 Camaro ZL1. Haley will continue to drive the No. 31 full-time in 2023, alongside AJ Allmendinger, who will drive the No. 16 Camaro ZL1. The team will continue to field three, full-time NXS entries; the No. 10 Chevrolet driven by an all-star lineup that will be announced at a later date, the No. 11 Chevrolet driven by Daniel Hemric, and the No. 16 Chevrolet driven by Chandler Smith.

To learn more about the team, visit kauligracing.com.

Mahindra Tractors Racing: Chase Briscoe Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum Advance

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CHASE BRISCOE
Busch Light Clash at The Coliseum
No. 14 Mahindra Tractors Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing

Event Overview

● Event: Busch Light Clash at The Coliseum
● Time/Date: 5 p.m. EST on Sunday, Feb. 5
● Location: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
● Layout: Quarter-mile oval
● Format: 150-lap Feature with a 27-car field set by Heats and Last Chance Qualifier (LCQ)
● TV/Radio: FOX / MRN / SiriusXM NASCAR Radio
● Note: Heats and LCQ are broadcast live from 5-7 p.m. EST. Feature airs live at 8 p.m. EST.

Notes of Interest

● The 2023 NASCAR Cup Series season begins on the West Coast for the second year in a row with the non-points Busch Light Clash at The Coliseum. Last year’s race on the purpose-built, quarter-mile, asphalt oval inside the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum was the debut of the new NextGen car, the seventh variation of the NASCAR stock car first introduced in 1949. Chase Briscoe and the No. 14 Mahindra Tractors team for Stewart-Haas Racing (SHR) showed up ready to impress as Briscoe was third-fastest in practice and finished second in his heat race after starting seventh. He lined up sixth for the 150-lap feature and was running fourth on lap 53 before a mechanical issue ended his race.

● Last year’s Clash was the first look at a more comfortable and confident Briscoe as he entered his sophomore season in NASCAR’s premier series. Two weeks later, the young driver competed in his second Daytona 500, ultimately finishing third following a three-way battle for the lead on the final lap.

● Briscoe struggled to find success on the short tracks in NASCAR prior to last season, but the inaugural edition of The Clash with the NextGen car was an opportunity for the former dirt racer to find a new path to success. Just four races into the season, the Mitchell, Indiana, native earned his first career Cup Series win on the Phoenix Raceway mile oval.

● Briscoe went on to earn career-best finishes at two of the most historic short tracks on the NASCAR schedule – Richmond (Va.) Raceway and Martinsville (Va.) Speedway – but his standout performance didn’t stop there. He made his first appearance in the playoffs by way of his win at Phoenix and advanced to the Round of 8. Gritty performances in the cutoff races at Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway, the Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway Roval and Martinsville showed the rest of the Cup Series that the No. 14 team wasn’t one that gives up.

● That never-give-up-attitude is what landed Briscoe a multiyear contract extension during the offseason. Now going into his third fulltime Cup Series season with SHR, the 28-year-old racer can compete for a championship with the peace of mind that is still unfamiliar for a driver who fought for the smallest of opportunities en route to fulfilling a dream. When his contract extension was announced, Briscoe said, “It’s the place I’ve known longer than anywhere else in my NASCAR career. I remember getting signed by Ford in 2017 and I told people, ‘You know, if I could pick one place to be, it would be Stewart-Haas Racing. And if I could drive one car, it would be the 14 car. That would be the ultimate dream.’ And now, here I am.”

● Mahindra Tractors returns for its second year as primary sponsor for Briscoe and the No. 14 team at The Clash. Houston-based Mahindra Ag North America joined SHR prior to the 2022 season with Mahindra Tractors as the anchor sponsor on the No. 14 Ford Mustang. Briscoe’s strong start to the season and perseverance through the playoffs made Briscoe the perfect fit for the Official Tractor of Tough. As a tribute to those who don’t back down, Mahindra Tractors and the No. 14 team will be hosting several customers at The Clash who were impacted by the storms that overwhelmed California in January. Families were selected by the local, independent Mahindra dealerships in recognition of their courage and toughness.

● When the NASCAR Cup Series returns to the L.A. Coliseum Saturday, drivers will take to the track for practice prior to single-car qualifying to determine the starting order for four heat races. Sunday, on-track action will begin with four, 25-lap heat races consisting of 10 cars each. Below is a breakdown on how the heat races will be filled out:

  • The top-four fastest qualifiers from Saturday’s single-car qualifying session will be on the pole for each heat race, while cars that qualified fifth through eighth will make up the other half of the front row in each heat.
  • The remainder of each field will be filled using this methodology: Heat one will be made up of cars with qualifying positions of one, five, nine, 13, 17, 21, 25, 29, 33, 37.
  • The top-five finishers (20 total cars) from each heat race automatically advance to the Busch Light Clash, with the winner of heat one winning the pole and the winner of heat two earning the outside pole.
  • The winners of heats three and four will fill out the second row, with the remaining order being determined in the same manner.
  • The remaining finishing positions from each heat that did not advance will continue to one of two 50-lap Last Chance Qualifying (LCQ) races. Below is a breakdown on how the LCQ will be filled out:
  • The starting order for these two events will be determined based on finishing positions in the heat races.
  • Those who did not advance from heats one and three will make up the first LCQ race. The second race will be made up of those from heats two and four.
  • The sixth-place finishers from heats one and two will be on the pole in their respective LCQ races. The sixth-place finishers from heats three and four will be on the outside pole.
  • This pattern will continue to fill out the remaining cars in each LCQ.
  • The top-three finishers (six total cars) from both LCQ races will advance to the Busch Light Clash, filling out positions 21-26 of the 27 available positions.
  • The final spot in the Busch Light Clash will be reserved for the driver who finished the highest in the 2022 points standings who does not transfer on finishing position in his heat race or in his LCQ race.
  • All other drivers will be eliminated from competition for the remainder of the event weekend.

Chase Briscoe, Driver of the No. 14 Mahindra Tractors Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing:

When the 2022 season ended, you said you felt like you had underachieved. Do you still feel that way, or have you had a chance to reevaluate during the offseason?

“My feelings have changed a little. You always want more, but the more I look back on it, I realize it was a good season. The more I think about the things we accomplished, the more proud I am of everything we went through to get there. You want to win more races and to just perform better in general, but now I feel like I’ve realized what a big deal it was to do those things with these guys – to win a race early on, to come back stronger in the playoffs and overcome those moments when it looked like our playoff run was done to almost make it to the Championship 4. As a driver, I want more, and I know as a team we want more, so yes, I’m happy with what we did and I feel more now that it was a success, but we are ready to do more this season.”

Success is measured in many different areas, but is there one overall goal that you’ve set for this year?

“Winning multiple races. I’d be good with two, three, four – one won’t be enough his year. But I’d like to start that off with The Clash, then we can take that momentum into the points-paying races and earn our spot in the playoffs.”

Do you remember how you felt going into last year’s event in L.A., and how does it compare to your outlook going into this weekend?

“I remember going into last year excited for what The Clash was going to be like and not really knowing. It was a new car, new track, new venue, and I think there was little bit of hesitation on what to expect, but I was really excited for that first time. Honestly, I was pleasantly surprised with how well the NextGen drove at the Coliseum and how the track raced. We had a lot of fun in 2022, so I’m definitely excited to get back there. It’s a great way to kick off the season, and it felt like we had one get away last year, so hopefully this year we can come out with a win.”

You performed well in practice, the heat race and the early part of the feature race, and it was really the first time you looked comfortable racing on a short track in the Cup Series. Did racing on a track that small and having some kind of success to start the season help with confidence on some of the other short tracks on the schedule?

“Yeah, it definitely helps with confidence, but I think the NextGen car is really what helped me out with short tracks. I had a really hard time in the old car on short tracks, and the NextGen just seemed to fit my driving style and how I like to race a short track a little better. I still have a lot I need to work on, but I think The Clash was probably the first time feeling like I could be successful and had finally found what I needed, and from there I was just more comfortable going into races like Martinsville and Richmond.”

No. 14 Mahindra Tractors Team Roster

Primary Team Members

Driver: Chase Briscoe
Hometown: Mitchell, Indiana

Crew Chief: John Klausmeier
Hometown: Perry Hall, Maryland

Car Chief: J.D. Frey
Hometown: Ferndale, California

Engineer: Mike Cook
Hometown: Annapolis, Maryland

Spotter: Joey Campbell
Hometown: Berlin, Connecticut

Over-The-Wall Members

Front Tire Changer: Shayne Pipala
Hometown: Frankfort Square, Illinois

Rear Tire Changer: Dakota Ratcliff
Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee

Tire Carrier: Jon Bernal
Hometown: Shelby, North Carolina

Jack Man: Dylan Moser
Hometown: Monroe, North Carolina

Fuel Man: Corey Coppola
Hometown: Bluefield, West Virginia

Road Crew Members

Underneath Mechanic: Stephen Gonzalez
Hometown: Mooresville, North Carolina

Interior Mechanic: Trevor Adams
Hometown: Naples, Florida

Tire Specialist: Keith Eads
Hometown: Arlington, Virginia

Engine Tuner: Jon Phillips
Hometown: Jefferson City, Missouri

Transporter Co-Driver: Todd Cable
Hometown: Shelby, North Carolina

Transporter Co-Driver: Rob Fink
Hometown: Mocksville, North Carolina

Elements Music & Arts Festival Announces Phase One Lineup for 6th Edition

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Featuring Skrillex, Porter Robinson (DJ Set), Chris Lake, John Summit, Subtronics, Ganja White Night, TOKiMONSTA, Tchami, LSDREAM, LP Giobbi, Elderbrook, Of The Trees, Noizu, Qrion, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Tinlicker, Mersiv, Peekaboo, Nala, Kaleena Zanders, HoneyLuv, Westend, Level Up, Zingara, David Hohme, and More

An Escape Unlike Any Other Featuring Music, Art, Camping, and Adventure Returning to Long Pond, Pennsylvania from August 10th-14th, 2023

Tier One Festival Passes On-Sale Now at www.elementsfest.us

Today, Elements Music & Arts Festival, the Northeast’s premier boutique festival experience, has announced the phase one lineup for its 2023 edition. Best described as an escape unlike any other, Elements is co-created by all those who embark on the journey, fostering a creative getaway aimed to inspire and offer a break from the stresses of everyday life. It’s the ultimate carefree weekender where music, community, art, camping, and adventure join together in perfect unison, taking over Long Pond, Pennsylvania from August 10th-14th.

Long Pond proved to be the perfect new home for the revered Elements community in 2022, welcoming revelers to its magical fields and immersive forest landscapes. Quickly becoming a celebrated prodigal home for the long-running event, the location is one of the Northeast’s most unique venues, a clear capitulation of the imaginative feeling Elements has become known for amidst its dedicated community.

With the phase one lineup, Elements has delivered its most ambitious billing to date while providing something for fans of all styles of electronic music and jam. This is only an initial taste of the full musical offering this year, which will be twice the size of previous lineups at Elements with over 100 artists across 10 unique stages.

Headliners on the phase one lineup include some of the most in-demand tastemakers and creators in the scene. Attendees can look forward to a performance from the one-and-only Skrillex, along with the mesmerizing sounds of Porter Robinson (DJ Set), house music heavyweight founder Chris Lake who will be hosting a Black Book Records stage takeover, crowd-favorite John Summit, the potent musical stylings of the Pennsylvania kid Subtronics, and Belgian bass duo Ganja White Night.

Lovers of live electronic music will feel right at home with performances on deck from the classically-trained English vocalist Elderbrook and East Coast funk-jam icons Pigeons Playing Ping Pong. Those seeking out heavier electronic strains of dance are in for a treat with appearances by trippy low-end producer LSDREAM, the esoteric frequencies of globally revered beatsmith TOKiMONSTA, and the dark styles of Mersiv, Peekaboo, and Of The Trees. Level Up will offer her femme touch on the bass music sound, while Zingara reimagines the genre with her super-producer sensibilities.

House heads can rejoice as Elements has gathered some of the genre’s foremost modern flag bearers to soundtrack its return to Long Pond. LP Giobbi’s piano-weapon gold will be on full display with a FEMME HOUSE stake takeover along with French icon Tchami, followed up by the meteoric momentum of HoneyLuv, Dirtybird innovator Nala, and bass house superstar Noizu. Dutch duo Tinlicker bring an underground European flavor to the lineup alongside chart topper Westend and the laidback stylings of SNBRN. Electronic funk duo The Sponges will showcase their larger than life performances, while Kaleena Zanders sets forth a soulful, live vocal journey into the new-age corners of house music. The more melodic end of the 4/4 spectrum is represented by Anjuna’s own Qrion and All Day I Dream upstart David Hohme.

The four primary stages of the festival are aptly named to each represent one of the key elements that define not only the event’s experience, but the very fabric of the natural world it celebrates. Fire is the home for thrill-seekers who thrive off moments of spontaneous fun, while Earth presents a psychedelic paradise of neon trees, galactic mushrooms, and airborne jellyfish. Air offers a temple of melodies tucked deep in the forest, while the sunshine playground known as Water is where acrobats, pirates, and clowns are ever abounding and swimsuits are heavily encouraged.

Beyond the music, festival goers can explore a magical playground that includes Burning Man style art cars that are quickly becoming a staple of the Elements experience, 3D video projection mapping, large-scale art installations, and interactive performances in every direction, plus a Health & Wellness lineup featuring yoga, aromatherapy, dance, comedy, sound baths, and multidisciplinary workshops. Attendees can also stop by the vendor village for unique jewelry, creative art, and festival attire, or refuel from the dance floor at a 24-hour food court with an array of healthy and organic local food provided by Pocono Organics, one of North America’s largest regenerative organic certified farms.

The concept of co-creation remains pivotal to the Elements experience. A row of sanctioned theme camps bring their own renegade feel to the event’s programming, offering spontaneous spaces to explore through all hours of the day and night. Elements also relies on the feedback and polling of its community in order to shape the edition to come. When their dedicated attendees talk they listen, act, and evolve – molding the event’s lineup and production to mirror its ever-changing fanbase of music lovers and party people.

What started from humble roots has continued to evolve with Elements Festival now looking towards its 6th edition, yet still remaining purely independent in the process. Founded by Timothy Monkiewicz and Brett Herman in 2013, Elements has grown rapidly from a one-day event on the Brooklyn waterfront to an immersive camping experience that has quickly become a staple of the festival circuit. The move to Long Pond has aided in this growth, with Elements now hosted in the woodlands adjacent to the raceway. The venue is powered by an onsite solar farm, further assisting Elements in its long-term sustainability goals.

According to the founders, this venue was always part of the plan for Elements, noting “We first saw our new home outside of Pocono Raceway in 2016 when we were scoping the location for our first Elements campout. We instantly fell in love with the site, but it was way too big for a first year festival on a shoestring budget. Out of the 40+ locations we visited, it was by far the best, and we always knew that this would be the perfect home for Elements. We are beyond grateful that 6 years later we were able to move here.”

The venue is less than 2 hours from New York City and Philadelphia, making for an easy drive from a variety of locations throughout the Northeast. Shuttle passes will also be available for those looking to avoid driving, which provide rides from New York City, Philadelphia, Boston, and D.C. to and from the festival.

Tier One GA and VIP passes are currently on sale through the official Elements Festival website, with a price increase coming soon for Tier Two tickets. Both ticket types are moving quickly and are on track to sell out. Fans can also purchase passes with an initial deposit and pay the rest after, which is $47 for GA passes and $62 for VIP. Thursday early arrival passes can also be purchased, which allows attendees to beat the rush and celebrate the beginning of the festival with an exclusive pre-party with secret headliners. Elements also offers a variety of options related to accommodations, which range from car camping to on-site glamping, nearby hotels, and preset RVs and tents for those seeking an elevated experience.

EV Charging Infrastructure Market is expected to grow from USD 25.56 billion in 2022 to USD 224.4 billion by 2030 : GreyViews

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EV Charging Infrastructure Market Size By Charger Type (Slow Charger and Fast Charger), By Connector (Combined Charging Systems, CHAdeMO, and Others), By Application (Residential and Commercial), Regions, Segmentation, and forecast till 2030.

Pune India, Jan. 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The market has been studied for the below mentioned-segmentation and regional analysis for North America, Europe, Asia, South America, and the Middle East and Africa. These are the key regions where the global EV charging infrastructure market is operating and is predicted to expand soon. The manufacturers and suppliers involved in the market are present across various countries in the above-mentioned regions.

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The report provides a detailed understanding of the market segments which have been formed by combining different prospects such as the charger type, connector type, application, and regions. Apart from this, the key driving factors, restraints, potential growth opportunities and market challenges are also discussed in the below paragraphs.
The significant players operating in the global EV charging infrastructure market are Eaton Corp., Siemens AG, ABB, Tesla, Inc., Webasto SE, Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc., SemaConnect, Inc., AeroVironment, Inc., BP Chargemaster, General Electric Company, Schneider Electric, ClipperCreek, Inc. among others. To achieve a substantial market share in the worldwide EV charging infrastructure market and strengthen their position, manufacturers are pursuing expansion methods such as current developments, mergers and acquisitions, product innovations, collaborations, and partnerships, joint ventures.

Electrically powered vehicles are easy to maintain and have fewer moving parts than combustion engines. They are also extremely environmentally friendly since they do not use fossil fuels such as gasoline, diesel, or petrol. As an alternative to combustion engines, electric vehicles use rechargeable batteries to power their electric motors, which need to be recharged regularly. As carbon emissions and other harmful gases from transportation rise, owners of electric vehicles are becoming more and more interested in installing electric vehicle charging infrastructure at their properties. Technology advances, such as the integration of charging stations with the Internet of Things (IoT) and real-time information solutions, are accelerating market growth. The technologies provide real-time data about vacant spots and the location of charging stations nearby. Over the forecast period, EVs are projected to be costlier than ICE vehicles, and EV charging stations are expected to have stringent rules for installation, which will hamper the market growth. In addition, electric vehicles have a shorter driving range than conventional automobiles, so they are convenient to drive short distances, but inconvenient for long distances. In the middle of a long journey, people are concerned about finding charging stations that aren’t always accessible.
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Scope of Global EV Charging Infrastructure Market Report:

Report MetricInformation
Study Period2022-2030
Base Year             2022
Forecast Period2023-2030
Market Share UnitUSD Billion
Segments CoveredCharger Type, Connector Type, Application, and Regions.

 
Regions CoveredNorth America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America, and Middle-East and Africa
Major PlayersEaton Corp., Siemens AG, ABB, Tesla, Inc., Webasto SE, Leviton Manufacturing Co., Inc., SemaConnect, Inc., AeroVironment, Inc., BP Chargemaster, General Electric Company, Schneider Electric, ClipperCreek, Inc. among others

Segmentation Analysis

Fast charger is expected to be the fastest-growing segment in 2022.

The charger type segment includes slow charger and fast charger. The fast charger segment is expected to witness the highest growth rate during the forecast period. Fast chargers are significantly faster than regular AC stations, taking between 15 and 45 minutes to charge most passenger electric vehicles from 0 to 80 percent. Due to of this these fast chargers are in rising demand.

The combined charging system is expected to be the fastest-growing segment in 2022.

The connector type segment includes combined charging systems, CHAdeMO, and others. The combined charging system segment is expected to witness the highest growth rate during the forecast period. Globally, the market for electric vehicle charging infrastructure is dominated by the commercial segment. Government initiatives and funding allocations by governments and automobile manufacturers for the expansion of public EVCI infrastructure contributed to the growth of the global electric vehicle charging infrastructure market.

The commercial is expected to be the fastest-growing segment in 2022.

The application segment includes commercial and residential. The commercial segment is expected to witness the highest growth rate during the forecast period. Globally, the market for electric vehicle charging infrastructure is dominated by the commercial segment. Government initiatives and funding allocations by governments and automobile manufacturers for the expansion of public EVCI infrastructure contributed to the growth of the global electric vehicle charging infrastructure market.

Regional Analysis

The regional analysis provides a detailed perception of the key regions and the countries. Some of the key countries analyzed for the global EV charging infrastructure market include the US, Canada, Mexico, Germany, France, the U.K., Italy, Spain, Russia, China, Japan, India, Brazil, Peru, UAE, South Africa, and Saudi Arabia.

The Asia Pacific region witnessed a major share. The APAC region has taken the lead in the global market for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Japanese, Chinese, and South Korea are the main APAC countries that boosted the growth of the global EV charging infrastructure market. In the first half of 2020, new electric car registrations were lower than the overall car market, according to the IEA report.

Country Analysis

Germany
Germany’s EV charging infrastructure market size was valued at USD 2.28 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 20.13 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 31.3% from 2023 to 2030.
A growing number of governments are enforcing stringent emission limits on vehicular emissions in order to improve the sustainability of the environment, which is boosting market growth.

China
China’s EV charging infrastructure market size was valued at USD 2.5 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 22.35 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 31.5% from 2023 to 2030.
Increasingly, customers are buying electric vehicles for personal use, because they are energy efficient and environmentally friendly. These factors are driving the market for electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

India
India’s EV charging infrastructure market size was valued at USD 1.9 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach USD 16.8 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 31.4% from 2023 to 2030.
A goal of 70% electrification for commercial vehicles, 30% for private cars, 40% for buses, and 80% for two-wheelers and three-wheelers has been set by the Government of Indi, such initiatives will be beneficial to the growth of the market.

Covid-19 Impact
Covid-19 had a major impact on almost all industries, such as electronics, semiconductors, manufacturing, automobile, etc. However, several companies operating in the technology sector have seen increased revenue due to significant changes in consumer preferences toward technological services. In addition, the pandemic has led to significant growth in technology across developing and developed countries.

Furthermore, the growth of this market is mainly driven owing to the increase due to the rising concerns about a pollution-free environment.

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