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Wright Motorsports 1st Phorm Porsche Poised and Ready to Defend Rolex 24 Win

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NEXT UP: IMSA ROLEX 24 AT DAYTONA
DAYTONA INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY | JANUARY 26-29

DAYTONA, Fla., (January 25, 2023) – The Rolex 24 At Daytona has arrived with Wright Motorsports and the No. 16 1st Phorm Porsche entering the week armed and ready to defend the team’s 2022 win in the GTD class. Last week, the team completed the Roar Before the 24, conducting the first shakedown of the new Porsche 911 GT3 R (type 992) at Daytona International Speedway. With official testing complete, race week activities begin, and thus the assault on the 2023 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship title and the top honors in the iconic endurance event, January 28 – 29.

“Our win last season is the perfect motivation entering into this year’s Rolex 24 and the 2023 championship,” said Team Owner John Wright. “All the pieces and all the hard work came together, and we proved that Wright Motorsports has what it takes to win. The 1st Phorm Porsche finished the Roar as the top Porsche but we still have some work to do in the upcoming days to keep making gains on the rest of the field. We’re feeling good heading into this weekend, and we’re excited to be back.”

Ryan Hardwick, Jan Heylen, and Zacharie Robichon have returned to defend last year’s win, this time joined by Intercontinental GT Challenge champion Dennis Olsen. The 26-year-old finished the 2022 Rolex 24 in third, racing a Porsche in the GTD Pro class.

The present-day field of entrants has yielded nine new Porsche 911 GT3 R race cars, which were delivered to teams at the end of 2022. While programs may have conducted private tests leading up to the start of the new season, last week’s Roar Before the 24 brought all the new entries together for several days of on-track shakedowns. The drivers noted an increase in the car’s drivability, as well as more efficient aerodynamics and torque. Both were key targets of Porsche when the newest iteration of the iconic 911 racer was designed.

Unofficially, the No. 16 1st Phorm Porsche will start the race from 13th place in the GTD class, one of five classes competing in the event. The GTP, LMP2, and LMP3 classes consist of varying types of prototypes while the GTD Pro and GTD classes strictly run with machinery based off of street cars from the world’s leading manufacturers. The GTD Pro class features all-professional driver lineups, while the GTD class driver lineups offer a mixture of professional and amateur-ranked lineups. The GTD class is the biggest run group, making up 40 percent of the 61-car field.

Activities for the Rolex 24 At Daytona will begin on Thursday, January 26 with the first of five practice sessions in two days. The start of the 61st Rolex 24 at Daytona begins at 1:40 PM Eastern on Saturday, January 28, concluding exactly 24 hours later on Sunday afternoon. The broadcast will air live from the wave of the green flag to the drop of the checkered flag on Peacock, NBC Universal’s streaming platform. The first hour of the race will also air live on NBC before switching to the USA Network. IMSA Radio will offer live coverage worldwide without brakes on imsaradio.com. For all event information, follow the team on social media or visit wright motorsports.com or imsa.com.

Ryan Hardwick

I’m really looking forward to returning to the Rolex 24 with my Wright Motorsports team and teammates. Winning the race last year was truly one of the most special moments of my life. Experiencing something like that just leaves you yearning for more, so that is our focus going into this race. The Roar was a bit of a head scratcher for us. The BOP that was given to the Porsches had us all between three and four seconds off the pace of the other GTD cars, so we have our work cut out for us at a track that is so dependent on top speed. But if anyone can overcome challenges like these, it is our team. We will be ready to go to battle for 24 hours come race day.

Jan Heylen

I’m excited to be back and I am really looking forward to next week. We’re obviously coming off a strong season last year but it’s a new year, and a new car. It’s nice to be here with the same team while we learn all there is to learn about this new car. This is my favorite event, so I’m really happy to be back and can’t wait to get started.

Zacharie Robichon

Going into the race, we’ve been working very hard on the car to try and understand this new platform and finding the best way to exploit the speed out of it. Obviously at this point, there’s certain things out of our control, that may be hindering our performance. That being said, our job is to get the most out of the package we have and we’re checking all our boxes. We’re making steps to best understanding these new 911 GT3 R Porsches, and we’re looking forward to improving from where we started, as we have been.

Dennis Olsen

The Roar Before the 24 and qualifying is done. We expected to be a little bit further up the field, but we’re working hard with the car and the team is doing a good job. It seems like the other manufacturers have a bit of an edge on the straight-line speed. Hopefully we’ll get some help there from the series organizers and we can be able to fight for the win. It has been nice to get started with the new car, and it’s definitely a huge challenge. We’re doing a lot of different things to understand the package best. We have a great team around us to do the right things, and I’m looking forward to the race. I think we will have a great chance.

Wright Motorsports

Wright Motorsports is the premier Porsche race engineering facility in Ohio and a multi-series and international racing team known for superb car preparation, expert race strategy, and driver development. Located in Batavia, Ohio, it is owned and directed by John Wright, a certified Porsche factory-trained technician. As a crew chief John Wright has played a key role in winning eight driver and seven team championships in World Challenge, IMSA (ALMS) and the Grand-Am Rolex Series. Wright Motorsports won the team championship in Porsche GT3 Cup USA in 2012, 2013, and 2015, and went on to win the Pirelli World Challenge Overall, Sprint, Team, and Manufacturer’s titles in 2017. In 2020, the team captured the GT World Challenge America Am championship. In 2021, Wright Motorsports had a wildly successful season, capturing nine championships across their five racing efforts.

1st Phorm

1st Phorm is a sports nutrition company based in St. Louis, MO. In 2009, CEO Andy Frisella and his business partner Chris Klein started the brand, and since then, it has become the fastest growing supplement company in the world. 1st Phorm has set the standards in the industry for quality and helping people reach their goals. This new racing partnership is not their first time in the exotic car scene either. 1st Phorm has been the title sponsor for the Gold Rush Rally for six years running. With over a million followers across social media, 1st Phorm has amassed a huge cult-like following known as, “The Legion of Boom.” They stand for a movement in the fitness world. To turn it back to what it was meant to be. Helping others improve their lives, to be a good human… and to drop the excuses and do the work. 1st Phorm is a winning brand and they don’t expect anything less when it comes to their race team. For additional info: www.1stphorm.com

Mountain Motorsports

Mountain Motorsports is a group of motorcycle and powersports dealerships with multiple locations in the southeastern United States. The company was founded by lifelong friends Ryan Hardwick and Justin Price when they opened their first location as a single-line Honda dealership in Sevierville, Tennessee in 1999. The company has since grown into one of the largest retailers of motorcycle and powersports vehicles in the nation, spanning nine dealership locations representing eleven of the industry’s most well-known brands. For additional info: www.mountainmotorsports.com

Una Vida Tequila

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One Life, One Tequila is our CORE BELIEF. We’re building the only tequila brand you will ever need to drink. Una Vida is bigger than just tequila we’re also building a culture of people who want to live their life to their utmost potential.

Our story begins and continues to grow bottle by bottle. It’s a life mission for us to create a community of people who all raise a glass knowing they’re living their ONE LIFE! For more information, visit unavidatequila.com

Motul

Motul is a world-class French company specializing in the formulation, production, and distribution of high-tech engine lubricants (two-wheelers, cars, and other vehicles) as well as lubricants for the industry via its MotulTech activity. Present in more than 120 countries, Motul USA was established in 1989 as a subsidiary of Motul France and is based in Southern California. Motul is recognized as the specialist in synthetic lubricants. As early as 1971, Motul was the first lubricant manufacturer to pioneer the formulation of a 100% synthetic lubricant for automotive engines, the 300V lubricant, making use of Esters technology from the aeronautical industry.

Throughout the years, Motul has gained experience as an official supplier for many racing teams and manufacturers to further technological development in motorsports. Motul is supporting those teams in international competitions such as 24 Hours of Le Mans (cars and motorcycles), FIA World Endurance Championship, IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, Super GT, Formula Drift, Pikes Peak, Dakar, Le Mans Classic, MotoGP, World Superbike, World MX, IOM TT, and score of others.

We represent the highest quality in racing safety with the intention of maintain our position at the top. With 50 years in the industry, Sabelt is the world’s premier safety equipment manufacturer. A result of intense research and development.

Season 2 champions X44 Vida Carbon Racing claim Extreme E Sustainability Award

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X44 Vida Carbon Racing have taken the win in the 2022 Extreme E Count Us In Challenge, claiming the Extreme E Sustainability Award for a second consecutive year.

25 January 2023, London: Sir Lewis Hamilton’s team, which also claimed its first Extreme E Championship title in Season 2, achieved a double award winning season by finishing 2022 with the highest number of sustainability steps pledged by its fans in the Count Us In Challenge. They were followed by the XITE ENERGY Racing and NEOM McLaren Extreme E teams in second and third, respectively.

Count Us In’s campaign aims to use the power of sport, as well as the excitement of racing, to inspire fans to take practical steps on climate change. It creates a simple way for people to reduce their carbon footprint, asking fans to pledge behaviours that are not only more climate friendly, but also challenge governments, cities and businesses to accelerate progress on climate action.

Some of these steps include volunteering, cutting food waste, writing to politicians, and even changing to an electric vehicle if they are in the process of buying a new car. Count Us In’s Extreme E challenge has led to an impressive impact so far, with almost three million KG of CO2 potentially being saved and 8,391 fans getting involved.

Each pledge in the challenge is then attributed to the fans’ favourite team, and the outfit with the most steps at the end of the season lifts the trophy, with over 30% of steps pledged this year coming from X44 Vida Carbon Racing fans.

This initiative has allowed the series to bring its climate change goals to fan level, using the campaign to get more people involved in protecting the planet and in the series. The goal of these actions is to show that committing to small lifestyle changes, like eating more plant-based foods, walking and cycling more, and reducing energy consumption at home, can have a huge, positive impact when multiplied on a global level.

Alejandro Agag, Founder and CEO of Extreme E, said: “Sport is an incredible platform to not only raise awareness of the climate crisis but to also inspire action against it.

“It is fantastic to see our teams and our fans getting involved in protecting our futures. At Extreme E, we will continue to shine a spotlight on the issues we are all facing on a global scale to push the boundaries of sustainable solutions.”

Cristina Gutiérrez, X44 Vida Carbon Racing Driver said: “We are so happy that on top of our championship win last season, we have also won the Count Us In Sustainability Award for a second year in a row.

“Thank you to all the X44 Vida Carbon fans who continue to support us and who have made pledges to protect the future of our planet. Together, our small steps will make a big difference.”

In 2023, Extreme E will continue to race across the world’s most remote environments to demonstrate the performance and benefits of electric vehicles and clean technology, whilst highlighting the impact that climate change is already having on these ecosystems, such as melting ice caps, deforestation, desertification, retreating mountain glaciers, and rising sea levels.

The sport for purpose championship continues on its voyage, kicking off their Season 3 on March 11-12 in NEOM, Saudi Arabia.

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

BRODY ROA TEAMS WITH TOMMY AND CHRISTY DUNKEL FOR THE 2023 SPRINT CAR SEASON

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Left to right: Joe Gobb, crew chief Zac Bozanich, Brody Roa and Brett Roa after a 2022 Perris win. Doug Allen photo.

(Cypress, CA, January 24, 2023) When the USAC/CRA Sprint Cars Series kicks off its 24th season of racing at Brad Whitfield’s Cocopah Speedway this Friday and Saturday, January 27th and 28th, longtime fans are going to be in for a big surprise. When the first green flag flies to begin the new campaign, veteran racer Brody Roa will not be in his familiar bright green #91R. For 2023, Roa’s BR Performance is joining forces with Tom and Christy Dunkel and he will steer a white #17R throughout the year.

Last year Roa, who turns 32 years old on Wednesday, freelanced during the season. The pleasant driver started 37 races on 18 different tracks in four different states. He competed in five different types of cars in seven different sanctioning bodies. Right now for 2023, his plans include the entire 27-race USAC/CRA schedule and four open competition races at the Imperial Valley Raceway. He may also make some starts in the USAC/West Coast Sprint Car Series. Initially, Roa was going to do the usual and race his own car in CRA. And he was going to run as a teammate to Dunkel in the West Coast Series. However, while breaking bread with the Dunkel’s a couple of weeks ago, a drastic change took place.

“We went to dinner about a week and a half ago under the impression we were going to talk about the 360 races I was going to run for them,” Roa said on Sunday night. “I threw something out to them about doing something with the 410 stuff. Him and Christy went back and talked about it. It ended up that they now have the 410s HD (HD Industries) used to have. We are going to run a Tom & Christy Dunkel/Inland Rigging/BR Performance Race Team this year. We just bought a brand new DRC. We got that two weeks ago or maybe less than that. We just finished that up last Wednesday night. We are going to fire it up tomorrow. We sold our Eagles and we have our trailer up for sale. Kind of big changes. I am very excited to represent Tom, Christy, and Inland Rigging running in the new #17R.”

“Man, this is huge,” said car owner Tommy Dunkel who is just as excited as Roa. “Just kind of hearing it out loud for the first time from you, kind of gives me goosebumps. It is a major deal for me. I have grown up watching Major League Sprint Car Racing at Perris my entire life. To be able to be a part of it in our capacity leading up to this year with Brody and a few other drivers has been huge. Now to step things up a bit and become a major player in Brody’s operation is going to be great. To team up with guys like them, who are so good and nice guys in the pits, but they come out swinging every weekend. That is kind of my style. I like to show up and try to win and have nice equipment. Those guys are at the top of their league. To team up with them is really major for me. We are really excited about it.”

“The opportunity just presented itself pretty well.” Dunkel continued. “Brody has always been a great guy to work with. He has been running with Inland Rigging on his car for a handful of years now. He is always a class act. Him, his dad Brett, Zac (crew chief Zac Bozanich), and that whole camp are a great group of guys. They are competitive and they are a force to be reckoned with every Saturday night. That is something I like to be a part of.”

Up until now, the offseason has been anything but normal for Roa and his team. In late December, fans and fellow competitors noticed quite a bit of his equipment up for sale. There were queries wondering if the Garden Grove, California racing star was going to hang up his helmet. The questions intensified earlier in January when his trailer went up for sale. However, to everyone’s relief, he is back and ready for another successful season.

“We sold a chassis & body and a complete roller,” the fan-friendly driver said.” “We put a new DRC together with everything from the chassis we sold. We are basically keeping like one spare of everything. Other than that, everything is up for sale. We have probably got enough to build like 6 cars with everything we have back at the shop besides the big stuff. We have small components we probably had stashed away in that shop for 10 years. We definitely have not sold everything yet.”

The fact that he is switching from an Eagle chassis to a DRC is going to surprise a lot of people. Not competing on the full USAC/CRA schedule in 2022, Roa steered the Eagle to a pair of wins and six top-five finishes. And he finished sixth in the championship point standings despite missing a significant amount of races. Still, he felt he wanted to change.

“I have never driven a DRC before,” Roa confided. “Honestly, it just seems like it is the car that everybody is doing non-wing stuff in right now. I called Ronnie Gardner who works there. I am pretty good friends with Ronnie. I’ve talked to him about it a bit and then Joe Devin, who builds the DRCs, called me. We talked on the phone for probably at least a half an hour. It was pretty cool and that probably helped the decision. Mainly to get back to something that everybody is doing. Everybody has got notes and everybody has parts (for DRC’s). At this point, I think we know what we are doing, but If we get really lost at least there are people we can bounce ideas off of.”

As in the past, Roa will continue to use powerful Shaver Engines.

As always, when the driver known as “The Pride of Garden Grove” has an off week from his local racing commitments, he would be happy to talk with any car owners who desire his services behind the wheel (Roa’s 2023 schedule is listed below).

Roa is very grateful and wanted to be sure to thank departing sponsor HD Industries for years of dedicated support on his #91R car.

“HD has given us so much over the last ten years,” Roa said. “They have been on the side of the car and a huge part of our program for so many years. Without them, we never would have achieved the successes we accomplished. I will always be thankful to Mike, Jim, and HD.”

“I would also like to thank family and friends who are part of our racing effort,” Roa said. “My family Tailor and Addison, parents Brett and Eden, Uncle B, Joe, Zac, Tyler, Tracy, and looking forward to joining family teams with Tom, Christy, and Ava Dunkel.”

Friday and Saturday’s races at Cocopah Speedway – aka “The Diamond in the Desert,” – will be full programs with qualifying, heats, and main events. For fans who would like to attend this weekend’s doubleheader, spectator gates will open at 4:00 p.m. each day with hot laps at 5:30. Qualifying and racing will follow. In addition to the USAC/CRA Sprint Cars, the IMCA Hobby Stocks, IMCA Sport Compacts and mod lights will also be in action. The speedway is located at 3450 W. County 15th Street in Somerton, Arizona (85350). The office phone is 602-292-7607 and the website is http://www.racecocopahspeedway.com/.

For those who cannot make the trek to the “Copper State” track, both nights will be available on pay-per-view at the following link https://speedsport.tv/.

The team wants to thank the following sponsors for making the 2023 season possible. Inland Rigging, Dunkel Farms, United Asset Sales, Osborne Speed & Machine, Sander Engineering, “Biker” Bruce Fischer, ALR Virtual Services, Burris Racing, Caltrol, Competition Suspension, K-1 Race Gear, Molecule, Rod End Supply, Driven Racing Oil, Baldwin Filters, and NGK Spark Plugs.

Brody Roa’s 2023 Schedule and Race Results

January 27 Cocopah Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

January 28 Cocopah Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

March 3 Central Arizona Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

March 4 Central Arizona Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

March 10 Imperial Valley Raceway SoCal Open Comp Non Wing Sprint Cars

March 11 Imperial Valley Raceway SoCal Open Comp Non Wing Sprint Cars

March 18 Perris Auto Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

March 24 Keller Auto Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

March 25 Thunderbowl Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

April 1 Mohave Valley Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

April 15 Perris Auto Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

April 22 Thunderbowl Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

April 29 Kern County Raceway Park USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

May 6 Mohave Valley Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

May 20 Thunderbowl Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

May 27 Perris Auto Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

June 10 Perris Auto Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

June 24 Bakersfield Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

July 1 Santa Maria Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

July 15 Perris Auto Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

August 12 Santa Maria Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

August 19 Perris Auto Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

August 26 TBA USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

September 9 Santa Maria Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

September 23 Perris Auto Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

October 14 Mohave Valley Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

October 20 Imperial Valley Raceway SoCal Open Comp Non Wing Sprint Cars

October 21 Imperial Valley Raceway SoCal Open Comp Non Wing Sprint Cars

November 3 Central Arizona Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

November 4 Central Arizona Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

November 11 Perris Auto Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars

Exploring Jeddah during F1 Grand Prix 2023

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Saudi Arabia has created all the conditions for holding Formula 1 races and is gaining its trust. Especially in the plans to develop a kind of hub for world motorsports in their country. Thus, there is hope that a lot of Formula 1 teams will go to Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah Grand Prix 2023.

The new era

Formula 1 has entered a new era of regulations with innovative cars designed for more competitive races. As F1 management intends to make tires more durable in the future, the maximum number of sets of tires will be reduced from 13 to 11 during the two Grands Prix. Also, provided the weather is sunny during these Grands Prix, the teams will be obliged to use hard tires in the first qualifying segment, medium in the second, and soft in the third. Normally, teams have the right to choose the type of tires they use themselves.

Pirelli has announced changes to the available tires for the 2023 Grand Prix season. A new type of tire will be created, which is listed between C1 (hard) and C2 (medium) in terms of characteristics. The changes will allow teams to use a more flexible strategy, as the C1 tires have been criticized for a significant difference in grip.

Peculiarities of Formula 1 races in Jeddah

Saudi Arabia hosted Formula 1 for the first time in 2021 on the urban track located on the coast of the Red Sea in the port city of Jeddah. If you have the intention to buy F1 tickets to Jeddah Grand Prix, you’d better hurry up, as it is one of the unique events in the F1 series!

The climate of Jeddah is hotly deserted and somewhat softened by its coastal location. Rainfall in Jeddah is sporadic and only occurs during the winter months. Frequent winds, sand storms, dust fogs, high humidity, as well as heat make the climate of the city difficult for a person who is used to more continental types.

So self-preparation for competitions plays an important role in a pilot’s life. They try to do sports and keep themselves in shape.

Preparation for Grand Prix races

Because racing is a very physically exhausting sport, Formula 1 pilots are great athletes. Driving a car on the track is not easy, and it is very hard work. For example, braking: in order to enter a corner correctly, you have to squeeze the pedal as if you were lifting 140 kg of iron. During the Grand Prix race, this will have to be repeated at least 63 times. That is, for all the races to lift about 60 tons, and this is only one of the loads.

Neck muscles which are constantly stressed due to the small travel of the suspension, feel any unevenness on the track very much and have to withstand the high temperature in the car.

Pilots have to drive in all kinds of weather in tight fireproof suits, sitting millimeters from a ton of red-hot iron. Of course, the ability to drive a car is not an integral part of the sport, but the good physical shape does not hurt. It affects especially at the final stage when exhaustion reaches the limit at such moments. Those who are less prepared will fall behind and lose vigilance.

Therefore, most of the work is done in the off-season as soon as the competition schedule is received. Then they pay a lot of attention to maintenance because there are constant races. But not only physical exercises help to be in shape. A good diet is an essential tool in modern sports, on which the results of races depend. All pilots are different in weight, height, and body shape. Although the pilots eat together with the team, some have individual meals. The food menu is diverse before and after the race, so it should be flexible. A lot of time is paid attention to this, but still, unlike other athletes, pilots cannot fully adapt to the conditions of the race.

Preparing yourself to visit Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia opens its borders to foreigners. The country has an incredible number of places that you can enjoy while traveling. Its culture and customs are definitely worthy of your attention. However, if you want to visit this unique Kingdom, you must remember the accepted rules of behavior in Islamic society.

When you arrive in the country, you have to immediately follow their rules and laws. For example, drinking alcohol. When you are at the hotel, of course, there can be an exception, but not in public. Another crucial rule refers to dressing. You should always look modest, no shorts for men, and always covered shoulders and knees for women. It is also recommended that women cover their heads. When you are a tourist, you start taking pictures of everything. And do not tell us you don’t do that! Even though in Saudi Arabia, you have to be really careful with it and do not take any photos without people who are in the shot giving you permission for that. Another thing that may impact you indirectly is the working hours for shops, restaurants, and cafes. Remember that people in Islamic countries pray about 5 times a day, so everything is closed every time they go pray. 

Exploring the country during the Jeddah Grand Prix 2023

When you decide to explore the area, Uber is a great option to commute, as it is relatively cheap and has no language barriers. We’d definitely recommend you discover Al Balad and learn more about the traditional life in Saudi Arabia. There you may explore Souq Al Alawi and other traditional markets, museums, and the Al Rahma Mosque.

You should also try regular shopping at Jeddah malls, like Red Sea Mall, the Mall of Arabia, and Serafi Mega Mall. And, of course, the Corniche. Take a walk there, going from the Al Rahma Mosque to King Fahd’s Fountain. You may also take a boat trip, take a pilgrimage to Mecca, and visit Moon Mountain landscapes and Taif city. So much to explore!

When do border collie dogs shed

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Introduction

While it’s unlikely that you’ll need a full-length article on when do border collie dogs shed, I’m willing to write one for you. I just want to make sure we’re all on the same page here—I don’t want any confusion or surprises later on down the road. So let’s get started and get this ball rolling!

Spring coat

  • Spring is a time of renewal when the earth bursts with new life and all things are bright and fresh. And yet for border collie owners the spring coat can be anything but. The warmer weather means an increased shedding period for your four-legged friend.
  • As much as you love your dog during their winter coat, you’re probably even more in love with their summer one—the softer texture and lighter color make them seem so much more fun to play with! But it comes at a cost: this light-feeling fur tends to tangle more easily than its winter counterpart (and if they get tangled up too much they won’t be able to go out on walks), plus there are some potential health problems associated with it as well!

Summer coat

If you have a border collie, you probably know that they shed. It’s not really something you can avoid if you own a dog, but it can be not very pleasant to clean up after your furry friend.

But when do border collies shed? And what kind of coat do they have?

In the summer months, border collies typically shed their winter coats and grow new ones. These summer coats are short and smooth, making them easy to maintain without much effort on your part! In fact, these types of coats require very little maintenance at all—just brush them once or twice per week and make sure they have access to water at all times so their skin stays hydrated!

Autumn hair loss

Hair loss in dogs is a common problem and can happen for a variety of reasons. It’s important to understand the cause of hair loss before you decide how to treat it.

The two most common types of hair loss are alopecia and telogen effluvium. PetFriendly delivers the best heartworm prevention for dogs. Alopecia is characterized by patchy balding that may occur anywhere on your pet’s body, though it’s more likely to affect your dog’s tail than other areas. Telogen effluvium is also known as “matting,” since the fur becomes matted and tangled rather than falling out completely.

If you notice that your dog has been losing its coat during an unusually hot or humid summer, this could be due to alopecia or telogen effluvium—but there are other causes as well! Your vet will be able to diagnose the problem based on what they find when examining their patient; if this isn’t possible (for example if you’re unable to get into see them right away), try taking pictures so that they’ll have evidence available when they finally do see you again later down the road (which might only be days).

Winter coat

The winter coat is the thickest and most protective layer. It’s usually double coated, with an undercoat that’s soft and dense and an outer coat that’s longer and coarser. Your Border Collie should shed both coats during the summer months—but will likely keep its thicker winter coat until fall hits again.

The coats of border collies change each season, but you can prepare for this with a proper grooming routine.

There are three main coat changes you should be aware of in your border collie.

  • Spring is a good time to start brushing the undercoat out of the top coat, but only if you want the hair to grow through with more volume and thickness. You can also do this in the fall, which will help prepare for winter—although it’s not necessary if your dog has a shorter coat than most border collies.
  • In summer, there’s no need to brush at all; instead, focus on keeping them cool by giving them plenty of water or cooling treats such as frozen peanut butter or bananas (without any sugar added).
  • In wintertime, it may seem like there’s no way out when it comes to shedding—but you can take measures now by picking up extra food supplies so that your dog has enough calories stored up during its molt cycle (which lasts about three weeks).

Conclusion

There are many different types of border collies, and they all have their own unique coat. As you can see, there are four different seasonal changes in the winter, spring, and autumn coats of these dogs. We hope this article has helped you to understand “when do border collie dogs shed”?

Due to their energetic nature and high level of activity, Border Collies are a highly active and intelligent breed. But they are prone to certain health issues such as hip dysplasia and injuries from activities. Purchasing dog insurance can provide you with peace of mind in case of unexpected vet bills. Insurance can help cover the cost of treatments, surgeries, and preventative care, such as vaccinations and routine check-ups to keep your dog happy and healthy. Furthermore, insurance can help you better budget for their care over the long term, and cover the costs of rehabilitation if your dog is injured. With the costs of veterinary care rising, dog insurance can be a smart long-term investment on your behalf to ensure that your pet is always getting the best possible care.

Car Oil Change Mistakes You Should Avoid

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Many drivers decide to learn how to change the oil in their vehicles to keep them running optimally and save money on mechanic’s costs. However, doing the job incorrectly can lead to costly problems. Discover the car oil change mistakes to avoid getting on the road and keep moving forward. 

Unprepared and Wrong Equipment

One of the biggest mistakes people make when changing their oil is being unprepared with the wrong equipment or a lack of essential tools. Items like a jack and ramps are required to lift the car and get underneath to change the oil safely. The mechanic near me Moreno Valley drivers recommend to others has the right tools for the job, making it more cost-effective to hire a pro to do your oil change than trying to do it yourself.

Choosing Incorrect Oil

Some people believe all oil is the same and works to keep a vehicle operating correctly. Unfortunately, this is not the case, and using the wrong oil can cause severe problems like engine damage. It is crucial to verify the oil type before changing it to get the right one or consult a qualified mechanic to learn more about the ideal oil for your specific vehicle. 

Track the Mileage

Depending on the vehicle and the manufacturer’s specifications, drivers should change their oil every 3,000 to 10,000 miles to keep their cars running smoothly. Failing to track the car mileage between oil changes can lead to issues requiring repair. When a professional mechanic changes the oil, they generally put a sticker in the window so drivers know when to schedule the next oil change.

Choosing the Wrong Oil Filter

Another common problem is choosing the wrong filter when attempting to do an oil change yourself. Always verify the filter is made for the specific vehicle make, model, and year to ensure it fits correctly. Scheduling oil changes with a mechanic means never worrying whether the right oil or filter was used, helping to save time and money on future car repairs.

Too Much or Too Little

Putting the correct amount of oil in a vehicle is critical to keep it running. However, people trying to do it themselves often overfill or underfill the crankcase rather than putting in the proper quantity of oil. Always verify the amount of oil required to avoid putting in too much or too little during oil changes.

Forget the Oil Filler Cap

Even when people do all the other aspects of an oil change correctly, they often forget to put the oil filler cap back on. If this happens, the oil will spill out in the engine compartment and onto the front tires, creating a hazardous situation and wasting the oil that was just put into the car. While everyone wants to finish the job quickly and celebrate, the work isn’t done until the oil filler cap is put back on after the oil change is completed.

Doing an oil change can be simple for those who understand how cars work and the importance of having the right parts to complete the job. However, the smallest mistake can quickly become a major problem during an oil change, costing drivers more time and money than expected. Talk to a local mechanic about your oil change to get the best possible results. 

Top 5 Advantages of Playing Live Casino Games

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For a good reason, live casino games have become increasingly popular in recent years. These games offer players the chance to experience the thrill of playing in a real casino from the comfort of their own homes. Here are the top five benefits of playing live casino games. 

Realistic casino experience

Live casino games offer a more realistic casino experience because they are played in real-time with a live dealer. As a result, players can interact with the dealer and other players, just as they would in a physical casino, and enjoy the sights and sounds of a real casino. Additionally, the live dealers from casinos like ewm casino (逸萬門娛樂城) are trained professionals who can provide an authentic casino atmosphere.

The high-definition video streaming technology lets players see the action in real time and feel more immersed in the game. As a result, live casino games can provide players with a more engaging and authentic gambling experience. Live casino games are designed to replicate the experience of playing in a physical casino as closely as possible. In addition, players can interact with live dealers and other players. 

Increased trust and fairness

Live casino games are powered by real-life human dealers, which helps to increase trust and fairness. Players can see the dealers dealing with the cards and spinning the roulette wheel in real-time, eliminating doubts about the game’s fairness.

Variety of games

In a live casino setting, players can access various games such as blackjack, roulette, baccarat, poker, and more. These games are typically available in different variations and with different betting limits, allowing players to find a version that suits their preferences and skill level. Additionally, live casinos often feature exclusive games or promotions that are not available at traditional online casinos, adding to the excitement and variety of the experience.

Flexibility

Live casinos are available to play 24/7, meaning players can log in anywhere with an internet connection and play at any convenient time.

Convenience

Playing live casino games at a casino eliminates the need for players to travel to a physical casino. It can save players time and money and allows them to enjoy the casino experience from the comfort of their own homes. 

Conclusion

Playing live casino games offers several benefits that make it an enjoyable and exciting way to experience the thrill of a real casino. First, the live aspect of these games adds a level of authenticity and interactivity that can’t be found in traditional online casino games. Additionally, live casino games often have a more comprehensive range of betting options and higher limits, making them suitable for casual and serious players.

Furthermore, the availability of live casino games on mobile devices makes them even more accessible and convenient for players. Overall, playing live casino games is a great way to enjoy the excitement of a real casino from the comfort of your own home. For instance, ewm casino (逸萬門娛樂城) provides a safe and secure platform for players to enjoy live casino games and have an exciting gaming experience.

Mostbet Official Site & Casino License in India

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Those who want to enter the Mostbet official site and take part in a variety of activities that are presented there should spend a bit of time in order to learn more about the resource. This material is going to be rather helpful in this case.

Well, Mostbet casino is characterized by plenty of pros that make the platform so demanded among Indian players. This is what is meant by this.

  1. There are plenty of bonuses that make participation really enjoyable and profitable.
  2. The players do not experience any difficulty when trying to sign up and log in to the site.
  3. It is easy to make a deposit and withdraw cash that was earned. By the way, the users of the website do not have to wait for ages till their funds are cashed out which is certainly great.
  4. There are a lot of games to select from. Besides, they are divided into categories which makes it convenient to access the playing unit that interests the participant.
  5. Every user has a chance to refer to customer support anytime. The matter is that the team members are eager to answer the questions of the clients 24/7.

It is also vital to highlight that the team of casino resource keeps adding new games on the site all the time. It means that all the users have a chance to enjoy fresh offers on a regular basis. It is very cool when the participants want to diversify their experiences.

How to Find the Official Mostbet Site

It is important to know that it is real to open this website on any device. It may be a PC or a smartphone. Besides, the tablet can also be used.

If the person is having difficulty with the website (like facing bugs when trying to launch it on the device he is using), this may be linked to a poor Wi-Fi connection. In this case, it is advisable to check this aspect and try again. This turns out to be really helpful.

The attempt to sign up on the resource normally is not associated with any problems. Nevertheless, those who need help may always request it in the online chat that works all the time. The assistance is about to be suggested very quickly.

If the user does not want to use the website of Mostbet for some reason, he can proceed with the download and installation of the mobile app. Such a way is also going to be a great option.

Mostbet License

The matter of license lined to the Mostbet official site and the brand, in general, is something that worries a lot of potential users. This is what has to be taken into consideration about this: the casino platform is licensed by Curacao. The site operates under license No. 8048/JAZ2016-065.

By the way, the Mostbet brand was founded back in 2009. Since then, it managed to deserve the respect of plenty of clients including ones from India too. The users of Mostbet love it for the generosity of the rewards, the chance to win decent money, and the absolute security that is linked to the data they state here.

24/7 Support

Online customer support at Mostbet works non-stop. This means that everyone seeking help is going to be able to get it anytime.

In order to get the best answer to the question the user is interested in or has problems with, he should describe what he wants to know in the most accurate and thorough way possible. This will help the team to figure out how to assist him quickly and effectively.

The time of waiting for the answer may be prolonged if there are too many requests handled on the platform simultaneously. In this case, it may be reasonable to try to reach support via the other options.

Good luck with your experience here at Mostbet!

Cadillac Racing bullish on hybrid car for 24-hour debut

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Three Cadillac prototypes to take green flag for 61st Rolex 24 At Daytona in GTP class

DETROIT (Jan. 24, 2023) — Nine Cadillac Racing drivers, their respective team personnel and a large support group have the common goal of visiting Victory Circle in the 61st Rolex 24 At Daytona.

Excitement has been building for the debut of the three Cadillac hybrid prototypes in the reborn Grand Touring Prototype (GTP) class with the command to start engines Saturday, Jan. 28, for the twice-around-the-clock race given by grand marshal Mark Reuss, president of General Motors.

The No. 01 Cadillac prototype led the three-car contingent in the 20-minute qualifying session on the 3.56-mile, 12-turn Daytona International Speedway road course by claiming a second-row spot. The No. 02 Cadillac prototype qualified fifth and the No. 31 Whelen Engineering Cadillac qualified sixth.

Cadillac Racing has earned the overall victory in the Rolex 24 At Daytona – the traditional season-opening race of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship – four times since the 2017 debut of the DPi class. Not one has come from a pole start.

“I think there’s always a big excitement coming into a new season, especially with the first event so big,” said 2021 DPi champion Pipo Derani, co-driver of the No. 31 Whelen Engineering Cadillac prototype with Alexander Sims and Jack Aitken.

“After you do this for a few years, you learn how to control your emotions. Everything just falls into place. You just do what you have to do. Once you focus on that and know you have that support from the team, then you’re also more relaxed.

“There’s really nothing different to do than what you’ve already done and those things have worked because we’ve won races and championships. That also helps you calm down and focus on the important things. Come race day and come Sunday afternoon, you hope everything fell into place and you have the shot at victory in this event.”

Design of the new race car began more than two years ago, with on-track development beginning in July 2022. Cadillac Racing continues to collect data and gain insights about the car, its systems and the new Michelin tires with every on-track session. And the race will be a learning opportunity for future events.

GTP entries have five free practice sessions available over Thursday and Friday.

“There has been a ton of work leading up to that moment here in Daytona to get ready and get the cars there,” said Sebastien Bourdais, co-driver with Renger van der Zande and Scott Dixon of the No. 01 Cadillac entry. “Every time there’s a regulation change, you show up at Daytona, the hardest race of the year, it’s a 24-hour race, and it’s in January. Nobody feels ready, but you’ve got a job ahead and you have to make the best of it. Thanks for all of the efforts the team has done whether at Cadillac or at Ganassi. Looking forward to a great season, and it starts today.”

The electrified Cadillac prototype features an all-new Cadillac 5.5-liter DOHC V8 engine developed by GM’s Performance and Racing propulsion team based in Pontiac, Michigan, with a seven-speed sequential gearbox. IMSA has specified the power output at 670 horsepower, including the hybrid system; weight at 1,030kg without fuel and driver; and a maximum of 8,800 RPM.

Cadillac, the only LMDh manufacturer with a naturally aspirated engine in the GTP class, will seek to build on its legacy of success in the 61st Rolex 24 At Daytona with its fifth overall victory 2017. The list:

  • 2020 (Renger van der Zande, Ryan Briscoe, Scott Dixon, Kamui Kobayashi)
  • 2019 (Renger van der Zande, Fernando Alonso; Jordan Taylor, Kamui Kobayashi)
  • 2018 (Christian Fittipaldi, Filipe Albuquerque, Joao Barbosa)
  • 2017 (Jeff Gordon, Jordan Taylor, Ricky Taylor, Max Angelelli)

Also, since 2017, a Cadillac prototype has recorded 27 victories in IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship competition – the most by any manufacturer — and three Manufacturer Championships.

Cadillac midway display

Spectators can see the lineup of exciting Cadillac performance vehicles at the Cadillac display in the midway. Times:

Friday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Vehicles: 2023 Escalade-V, 2022 CT5-V, 2022 CT4-V, 2022 CT5-V Blackwing, 2022 CT4-V Blackwing, 2023 CT5-V Blackwing safety car

Cadillac Racing driver lineup for Grand Touring Prototype class

No. 01 Cadillac (qualified fourth)

Sebastien Bourdais: “I think (qualifying) is a strong start; obviously not the pole but as close as we can get without getting it. I think it bodes well for the race. Now it’s just about executing, making no mistakes. It’s like a crash course of learning. There’s so much to absorb, so much to figure out, so much to strategize with the new car because up until not long ago we were completely in practice mode trying to get the car reliable, tire testing, this and that and the other and then all of a sudden get ready for the biggest race of the season. It’s a big adjustment, mind switch and get into the racing vibe for a 24-hour race with my two great teammates. We’ve learned a lot of the car and we’re gaining confidence.”

Renger van der Zande: “I’m excited how close the field is; everybody is within a couple of tenths (of a second) and that’s an impressive effort for a new class, new regulations and for the systems that have been put in place to go racing for the future. Starting fourth is an amazing achievement and a compliment to whole team.”

Scott Dixon: “I’m looking forward to the race this weekend. It’s kind of crazy when you look at the preparation from when the first car arrived to its development of it and how the technology has shifted. It’s been fun to work with it, so I think everyone is excited to finally get to the race. There’s been a lot of prep and lead time and expectations for this one. It’s one of my favorite races of the year. You get to drive the car a lot, you get to have some fantastic racing. I think this year one of the largest fields that we’ve seen in years. It’s going to be fun, but I think it will possibly a race of reliability as well. Knock on wood that we’ve done as much as we can as a group between Cadillac, GM and Chip Ganassi Racing that we can make it to the win and be fighting for the win.”

No. 02 Cadillac (qualified fifth)

Richard Westbrook: “We had a productive three days at the Roar. We got exactly what we were searching for, which is more miles, more knowledge about the car, more knowledge about the tire and more knowledge about the whole new formula that we’re going into. Now we’re all out there together, we can see our pace against everyone else and it just makes us all more even more determined and excited with one eye on the future.”

Earl Bamber: “A good qualifying with everyone learning these cars. We can see already that it’s ultra-competitive and it’s a true credit to IMSA, the manufacturers, the teams and everyone who’s been involved to make for a great race.”

Alex Lynn: “I really am enjoying driving this car and it’s giving me really good feedback. We’re improving so much with each session and it’s a really enjoyable job when you start making huge strides on improving this brand-new vehicle that we got, so I’m excited for the race.”

No. 31 Whelen Engineering Cadillac (qualified sixth)

Pipo Derani: “The car is working well and the most is that it looks like we have a good car for the race. That’s our goal. We’re trying to use every session that we have, even qualifying, to learn more about our equipment. Any time we can be on track it helps us get better and improve the car. Not the fantastic final result in qualifying but lots of data has been gathered that will help us next week.”

Alexander Sims: “We’re working through things in the practice sessions and there are still some things for us to learn with these new cars. We have time this week to try a few things. In the first part of the race we have to take it step by step and try to improve, even if it means making changes during the pit stops – just tweaks we can do during the race – because it’s about being fast at the end and being there at the end. It’s an incredibly tight field and Pipo (Derani) was compromised in qualifying with the red flag, not getting a reference beforehand while others did.”

Jack Aitken: “We didn’t get a huge amount of mileage (during the Roar) just with red flags and weather, so this week we’ll keep building on what we’ve learned and get the car dialed in more on specifics. We’re all disappointed with the quals, but it’s probably the least important qualifying of the year for us. I’m looking forward to getting track time in practice and excited to compete for the first time in the race with this team.”

About Cadillac

A leading luxury auto brand since 1902, Cadillac is growing globally, driven by an expanding product portfolio that features distinctive design and technology. More information on Cadillac appears at www.cadillac.com.

BRISTOL DIRT SHOWCASE TO OPEN DIRT RACING SEASON WITH INTENSE LATE MODEL ACTION AT BRISTOL MOTOR SPEEDWAY

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BRISTOL, Tenn. (Jan. 24, 2023) – The 2023 dirt racing season at Bristol Motor Speedway will get underway on Saturday, April 1 with the Bristol Dirt Showcase, a powerful doubleheader of Late Model dirt racing action, track officials announced today.

The Steel Block Bandit Late Model Series and the American All-Star Series will share the spotlight during the event and take to the clay high-banks of dirt-transformed Bristol Motor Speedway for a full day of Late Model racing action. It will be the season-opening race for the American All-Stars and the second race of the season for the Steel Block Bandits.

The Steel Block Bandits are a premier 17-race dirt Touring Series for Steel Block Late Models that competes across seven states including the Carolinas, Virginia and Tennessee. North Carolina racer Dustin Mitchell is the defending series champ in the Steel Block Bandits and Virginia’s Tyler Bare was the season runner-up.

The 29-race American All-Stars Series holds feature races at 18 tracks, primarily in the Southeast and Midwest with cars that compete utilizing 604 Late Model crate engines that can be purchased directly from Chevrolet dealerships. Knoxville, Tennessee’s Hayden Cardwell is the defending series champion.

At the Bristol Dirt Showcase both series will be competing for a purse that offers a $5,000 winner’s share.

“We are looking forward to having these two new Late Model dirt racing circuits test their drivers on Bristol’s dirt-covered high banks,” said Jerry Caldwell, president and general manager of Bristol Motor Speedway. “This will be the first time this year that fans can come out and check out the Bristol dirt layout for 2023 and we are expecting thrilling races in both series.”

Pit passes for the Bristol Dirt Showcase can be purchased at BMS ticket windows on April 1. Pit passes are $40 for adults and $20 for kids 12 and under. In addition to infield access, Pit pass holders also will be able to access a designated section of grandstand.

The weekend following the Bristol Dirt Showcase, BMS will welcome the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series to town for the much-anticipated Food City Dirt Race weekend, April 7-9. The two NASCAR Series will go back to their roots with Saturday night’s Bristol Truck Race on Dirt (8 p.m. FS1 and PRN Radio) and Bush’s Beans Qualifying (FS1) and Sunday night’s primetime NASCAR Cup Series Food City Dirt Race (7 p.m., FOX and PRN Radio). On Friday, teams in both the Cup Series and Craftsman Truck Series will be able to fine-tune their machines during Bush’s Beans Practice Day.

About Bristol Motor Speedway
Forged amid the scenic mountains of Northeast Tennessee near the Virginia state line, Bristol Motor Speedway is The Last Great Colosseum, a versatile multi-use venue that hosts major auto races, football games, concerts and many other captivating events. The facility features a 0.533-mile concrete oval race track with 28-degree corner banking and 650-feet straightaways that offers racing in several NASCAR touring series, highlighted by two major Cup Series weekends each year. In 2020, the track also served as host of the prestigious NASCAR All-Star Race, and in 2021 began converting to a temporary dirt track each spring to take the Cup Series back to its racing roots. While at the track, fans are offered a unique viewing experience courtesy of Colossus TV, the world’s largest outdoor center-hung four-sided video screen with a 540,000-watt audio system. The adjacent quarter-mile dragstrip, Bristol Dragway, offers more than 50 events annually, including the marquee NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals. The Thunder Valley Amphitheatre presented by Ballad Health transforms Bristol Dragway into a premier outdoor concert venue for the world’s greatest music performers. Three football games have kicked-off inside the oval, most notably the 2016 Pilot Flying J Battle at Bristol, where border rivals the University of Tennessee and Virginia Tech met before an NCAA-record crowd of 156,990. In existence since 1961, Bristol Motor Speedway was purchased in 1996 by Speedway Motorsports, a leading marketer and promoter of motorsports entertainment in the United States.

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