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Fraser McConnell completes JBXE line-up for Season 2 finale

23 November 2022, London: Fraser McConnell will contest the Extreme E Season 2 finale for Jenson Button’s JBXE team, replacing the outgoing Kevin Hansen.

McConnell joins JBXE having been Championship Driver at three races this season and off the back of a rich career in motorsport. He will partner Hedda Hosås at the Uruguay Natural Energy X Prix this weekend (26-27 November), with Hansen switching to Veloce Racing.

Fraser McConnell, JBXE driver, said: “It is such an honour to be joining JBXE for the final round of Extreme E Season 2 in Uruguay.

“As the Championship Driver for the last three rounds, I have been able to get a closer look at how all of the teams operate, and I am very pleased to be jumping into the yellow and white JBXE machine alongside Hedda. I’m looking forward to meeting the team and getting some work done.”

Alongside McConnell’s stint as Extreme E Championship Driver, including testing Continental’s Season 3 tyre prototypes, the 24-year-old is fast developing his off-road pedigree.

The Jamaican immediately impressed in North America’s ARX2 series in 2018. Reaching the Final four times out of five – bagging a podium in the last round of the campaign – McConnell went on to lift the ARX2 crown the following year.

Making the switch to the RallyX Nordic Supercar class in 2020, McConnell secured the runner-up laurels in the overall standings. 2021 saw him build upon that success, securing his first Supercar victory defeating Rosberg X Racing (RXR) star and four-time FIA World Champion Johan Kristoffersson at the RallyX Nordic in Nysum, Denmark.

McConnell is already enjoying a strong 2022 season having recently become Nitro Rallycross’ fourth winner of the season in Round 4 at Glen Helen.

Jenson Button, Team Owner of JBXE, said: “I’ve had the pleasure of seeing Fraser in action recently and I couldn’t be happier to have him join JBXE for our final race of the season. Knowing how quick he is, I can’t wait to see him battle it out in JBXE colours alongside Hedda!”

Catch JBXE’s new driver line-up at the season-ending Uruguay Natural Energy X Prix in Punta del Este, Uruguay, on 26-27 November. Find out where you can watch the action here.

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

Games for Cash: One More Way to Make Money on Racing

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Racing is a popular hobby that has millions of fans around the globe. But as so many fans like watching racing, many have decided to make some profit from it. That’s why you’ll see game tournaments in esports, racing games at casinos, and numerous sports betting platforms offering a wide range of odds on the most popular races out there. On top of that, one thing is certain, engineers will keep making racing cars and bikes even better, making the whole sport more popular.

Therefore watching and playing racing games is not just fun. It’s also an interesting way to make some money as well. No matter if you’re using the best online casino New Jersey to play, or you’re in a retail casino, chances are that you’ll find games related to racing. In fact, there are many different ways to make money while racing online, and in this article, we’ll go over three of them: online casinos, sports betting, and racing games for cash.

Online Casinos: It’s Fun and Easy

Online casinos are easy to use. You can play casino games from your home and at any time of day or night. That’s what users of betParx are familiar with. Using online gambling platforms is very simple nowadays. On top of that, online casinos give you money that you can use to start playing the games before you deposit any of your own money. You will get an opportunity to try out all of the different games with this free cash. That way, you know what is available before deciding which ones you want to play for real money.

Online casinos also allow players to try out new versions of their favorite games as soon as they are created by developers. Brands don’t need to wait for the product to be fully developed, they can launch beta versions of games. They can use the users of their platform to test it out for free. So both the users and the brand are happy.

Sports Betting as a Lucky Charm

Sports betting, which is also known as sports gambling or a wager, has been around for many years. It can be a fun and exciting way to possibly make some money here and there. Don’t forget, though, that it’s a form of gambling. Still, if you know your racing teams well enough, you might have a bit higher chance of winning from time to time. That’s why it’s important to have a good betting strategy, so you can have a higher win rate.

The first thing you need to do before placing any bets is to decide how much money you want to bet, that is, to create a bankroll. This is important because if you lose all your money early on, you won’t have any budget for other races in the season. A good bankroll management plan will help you spend your money more strategically.

Racing Games for Cash

Online casinos are a great way to have fun and sometimes win money. There are many different games to play and bet on, including racing games. Racing games involve racing cars, bikes, and other vehicles against other players in hopes of winning a prize. Because racing is so popular, it is an inspiration for many slot games. Therefore, there are millions of people who enjoy spinning reels that are inspired by racing. It’s fueling the growth of casinos business in USA, providing plenty of benefits for the local economy. But just playing racing-inspired games is one thing. There’s more to casinos and racing.

Online casinos organize races and tournaments. Depending on the online casino you choose, you can be a part of the action by taking part in races at your own pace or watching others race live from around the world. It’s up to you! Different platforms use different game providers and create racing competitions. Some are exclusive to certain users. For example, only those using popular cryptocurrencies can take part in a casino race to win something big. These weekly races and tournaments are becoming a common thing in the online casino world, as the racing concept is so popular.

Conclusion

If you’re a racing fan, then you’ve probably thought about how to make money off of it. Well, there are many different ways to do this, including online casinos! These types of betting sites offer more than just motor and auto racing. You can also find them hosting horse racing. On top of that, you’ll find that these platforms usually have numerous types of casino games but also sports betting markets. It’s interesting to see how your passion for sport can make you some money.

Injured in a Car Accident? 7 Tips to Increase Your Compensation

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If you’ve been injured in a LA car accident, you may be wondering how to get the compensation you deserve. You’re not alone; many people are unsure of where to start when it comes to seeking damages after an accident, especially if the accident wasn’t their fault or if they used car services like Uber and Lyft.

Thankfully, there are some things you can do to increase your chances of getting the money you need, so let’s check these seven tips.

Contact an attorney as soon as possible

Skilled and experienced car accident attorneys can help you evaluate the merits of your case and determine the best course of action.

They can also provide advice on which documents to collect, how to submit a claim, and negotiate with insurance companies. If you need to learn more about car accident law and how it applies to you, a lawyer can provide valuable insight. Look at the lawyer’s experience and success rate before deciding to hire them and make sure you feel comfortable working with them.

Additionally, if you decide to take legal action, an attorney can represent you in court and make sure your rights are protected.

Collect evidence

Photographs, testimonies from witnesses, and the police report can be valuable pieces of evidence for your case. Make sure to document the extent of your injuries, and keep all medical bills and receipts related to the accident. If you believe someone else was at fault for the car accident, try to get contact information from witnesses who may have seen it happen.

Additionally, keep a record of communication with your insurance company and the other driver’s insurer. This evidence can help strengthen your case when filing for compensation.

Stay off social media

Insurance companies may use your posts on social media to disprove liability or deny claims so it’s best to avoid any public comments about the car accident and your injuries until you have received a settlement. This includes refraining from posting any images or videos of your injuries, emotional state, and activities until after the case has been settled.

Many people don’t know that insurance companies monitor social media, so if you do post something, it could be used against you.

Understand the statute of limitations

The statute of limitations sets a deadline for filing a lawsuit after an accident in California and it varies depending on the type of claim and can range from as little as six months to two years. If you wait too long, you may not be able to pursue legal action or get the compensation you deserve.

Additionally, it’s important to note that the clock starts ticking from the date of the accident, not when you discover your injury or realize you have a claim.

Know your coverage

California law requires drivers to carry minimum liability insurance coverage and this is usually enough to cover minor car accidents. However, if the amount of damages exceeds the policy limit, you may need to look at other forms of coverage such as uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage (UMI).

Also, if you’re using car services like Uber or Lyft, make sure you understand the policies and coverage that they provide in the event of an accident.

Be prepared to negotiate

When filing a claim, it’s important to know your rights and the compensation you deserve. Insurance companies might try to offer you less than what you ask for, so prepare yourself for negotiations and make sure you are aware of how much money should be expected from the settlement.

If you are not sure how to calculate a fair settlement amount, an experienced lawyer can help you understand the process and make sure you get what you deserve, and in many cases can negotiate a better deal for you.

Know what damages you can claim

Damages for car accident cases typically include medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages due to time off work, property damage costs, or punitive damages. Depending on the circumstances of your accident, you may also be able to claim emotional distress and loss of consortium.

It’s important, to be honest, and accurate when talking to medical professionals about your injuries because if you exaggerate or lie, it could backfire in court. The more information you provide the better equipped the doctor will be to accurately assess your injuries.

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No one wants to be in a car accident, but if you are, it’s important to know how to protect your rights and get the compensation you deserve. By understanding the statute of limitations, filing a police report, collecting evidence, and staying off social media, you can put yourself in the best position possible for a successful case.

If you have any questions or need help negotiating with insurance companies, don’t hesitate to contact an experienced lawyer.

What does 2023 look like for the world of NASCAR Racing?

The 2023 season is starting to take shape. There are now only 3 teams who have not accounted for their drivers for next year. The NASCAR Cup season looks like it is hotting up and we already can’t wait for next season to begin. But who is in line to star, and who is likely to miss out? We discuss all in the following article:

Who is retaining and returning to their seats?

In what was not a surprise to us, Justin Haley is returning to the Number 31 Chevrolet, whilst A.J. Allmendinger is looking like he is set to become the full-time of the Number 16 Chevrolet. Interestingly, Corey LaJoie has been announced as returning to his Number 7 Chevrolet, and Ty Dillon is set to become the full-time driver of the Number 77 Chevrolet. Some big moves happening in NASCAR!

Who’s driving for Front Row Motorsports?

So basically, this just means there are now three teams where we don’t know who will be racing for them. Although in some cases, this isn’t a surprise. Front Row Motorsports are well known for not announcing their line-ups for the upcoming season until late in the year. For some reason, they like to keep their cards close to their chests. 

However, what we do know is that the team has not gone a single season without making a driver change since way back when in 2004! So, does this mean that a change is on the horizon and that is why they haven’t announced their driver line-up yet? Not necessarily. In fact, this season is set to be the announcement that bucks that trend. Todd Gilliland and the classy Michael McDowell are actually both expected to return to Front Row Motorsports next year. 

It is a tactical switch for the team to go away from what they know and stick with consistency. Only time will tell to see if this is the right decision. The reason this rumor and expectation has surfaced is thanks to Zane Smith’s decision to sign a new multi-year contract with a Truck Series program. That is what many pundits were speculating would be the change for Front Row. 

Have there been any changes for Live Fast Motorsports?

Live Fast Motorsports only have one car so changes are few and far between. They’ve not long been in NASCAR racing in fact, only entering in 2021. Last year they retained their driver team as they believed they had found a formula that worked. In what may be a surprise to non-NASCAR followers, the team’s co-owner was actually one of their drivers. Yes, team co-owner B.J. McLeod made waves on the circuit when he drove all of the oval races in the Number 78 Ford. However, he did skip the first race and of course the road course races. 

Whilst this may sound harsh, there is not much expected of the team anyway and the owners do seem to be in it for the fun of it. Matt Tifft and McLeod enjoy having a team in NASCAR and don’t seem to want to splash the cash on expert drivers. It won’t be a surprise to see McLeod reveling behind the wheel next year as they fight it out near the back of the pack. But what is a sport if it is not for having fun? It’s the same with gambling, as long as you do it right, it is always a bit of fun! 

Speaking of gambling, if you do fancy your chances against the machines or see yourself as a bit of a Speedway extraordinaire, it’s always worth looking around at online casinos and seeing which sites would suit you best. Live Fast Motorsports may not be the worst team in the pack as we go on to discuss, but they wouldn’t be someone that punters will be rushing to place money on. 

Rick Ware Racing – Where is the lineup?

Even the most casual of NASCAR fans have likely heard of Rick Ware Racing. Partly because they had four cars in the season at one point, so everybody had heard of them, but also because they used to have quite a good line-up. The owner, Rick Ware, often reserves a seat for Cody, his son, whilst the rest tend to be rotated between a team of drivers. Again, they seem to be in it for the fun of it but also to be competitive. 

However, now the team is struggling and is at risk of having its charter repossessed by NASCAR. This is likely to happen if a team finished outside the top 33 three seasons in a row, so Rick Ware Racing needs to get clicking. They are the only team at risk of having their charter repossessed as they have finished outside the top 33 two years in a row. There will be plenty of bets placed on them to fall foul of the requirements this year and the team will be at risk. Nobody likes to see someone profit from the company from someone else’s failure, but if you were to put a sports bet on, then this looks like a good one for 2023.

Where to watch NASCAR?

You can actually watch NASCAR all around the world. In the UK it is available on Sky Premier Sports and also Virgin Media. viewers can take out a subscription directly with Premier Sports to watch the race on its website via the inbuilt TV player or through applications that can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or Google Play. If you’ve never been that invested in Motor Racing or want something different from the monotonous Formula One championships which see the same people and teams win every time, then NASCAR is definitely a sport you should take up watching.

Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) Classic Sebring 12 Hour Ready to Roll and Fly into Sebring International Raceway with a First-Class Collection of Historic Race Cars and Vintage Airplanes

  • Seventh Running of Classic Sebring 12 Hour, Pistons and Props, presented by the Alan Jay Automotive Network, November 30 – December 4, at Sebring International Raceway
  • Packed Weekend Includes Season-Ending HSR Sebring Historics to Decide 2022 WeatherTech Sprint, Stoner Car Care Global GT, Sasco Sports International/American Challenge and B.R.M. Endurance Challenge Championships

SEBRING, Florida (November 22, 2021) – The Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) Classic Sebring 12 Hour, Pistons and Props, rolls and soars back to Sebring International Raceway next weekend where the vast sports car racing heritage and patriotic aviation history of the legendary race track and World War II-era airfield will be relived for the seventh time, November 30 – December 4, at HSR’s season-ending event.

Officially titled the HSR Classic Sebring 12 Hour, Pistons and Props, presented by the Alan Jay Automotive Network, the five-day celebration features historic and vintage sports car racing and a Friday “fly-in” and weekend display of equally jaw-dropping military and civilian aircraft from the last half century and WWII.

The HSR Classic Sebring is a tribute race to the legendary 12 Hours of Sebring and the facility’s rich aviation history. Hendricks Field was a civil and military air field on which the famous 12-hour sports car race has been run for nearly 70 years.

This year’s HSR Classic 12 features a priceless lineup of debuting and returning vintage airplanes and sports cars and other road racing machines from the last 60 years and beyond. Several noteworthy cars set for Sebring include recent race winners heading to Sebring straight from victory lane at the HSR Classic Daytona presented by IMSA 24-hour race at Daytona International Speedway earlier this month.

One of the most dominating drives in this year’s HSR Classic 24 was a victorious run by a familiar team and drivers that know how to win in HSR Classics competition. The Phil Reilly and Co. 1974 No. 26 Chevron B26 (pictured at top) of Gray Gregory, Ethan Shippert and Randy Buck swept all four of their Run Group rounds to seal a record fifth “HSR Classics” race win. The victory was the second for the No. 26 team and drivers in the HSR Classic 24 to go along with their 2020 win at Daytona. They also secured three-straight HSR Classic Sebring 12 Hour Group victories from 2018 to 2020. The Chevron team narrowly lost its Group battle at the Classic 12 last year when something broke on the Chevron at speed heading into Sebring’s turn seven chicane section. Shippert was uninjured after contact with the safety barriers, but the Chevron team’s pursuit of a fourth HSR Classic Sebring victory – and now a 2022 HSR Classics sweep – shifts to next weekend’s race.

A Classic 24 GT contender heading to Sebring for its Classic 12 debut is the 1993 Hamilton Safe Motorsports Camaro No. 11 Camaro R&S (pictured above) that finished second overall at Daytona in its Run Group. The Camaro was co-driven to the American GT (AGT) class win in the 2001 Rolex 24 At Daytona by Kenny Bupp, Dick Greer, Simon Gregg and Doug Mills. More than 20 years later, Bupp is still going strong at the age of 85 and co-drives the Camaro at Sebring with his son Jordan Bupp. The Bupps have owned and raced the Camaro for 25 years. Kenny Bupp won the 2016 Trans-Am opener at Sebring in the Camaro at 79 years-old, topping Paul Newman as the oldest driver to win a Trans-Am race.

Alan Benjamin returns to the HSR Classic 12 in his Boulder Classics 1992 No. 21 Porsche 964 USA Cup (pictured above) he co-drove to a GT Run Group win at the HSR Classic 24. He won Group A overall last year at Sebring in a record-setting thriller that saw him co-drive with Brady Refenning to lead the group overall standings for just the final four minutes of the race in a 1972 No. 18 Porsche 911 S/T powered by Refenning’s 901 Shop.

Refenning finished first in Saturday night’s third round, but the No. 18 never ranked higher than third in the overall Group A standings heading into Sunday morning’s fourth and final race. Then the race leading Corvette dropped a valve in the final race’s opening minutes and another Porsche took the lead only to pit with a flat tire while cruising comfortably in the lead.

The setbacks were just enough for Benjamin to take the overall Group A win by 0.714 of a second, the closest finish in the history of the HSR Classics races at Sebring and Daytona.

Benjamin previously secured a Sebring Classic 12 Run Group victory in the inaugural running of the HSR race in 2016, co-driving a Boulder Classics 1990 No. 17 Porsche 964 Cup to the Group C title with Robert Ames.

A first-time airplane at the HSR Classic 12 is the battle-scarred USAF 1968 Cessna 02A (pictured above) nicknamed “Oscar Deuce.” This twin-tail and “push-pull” tandem-engine aircraft saw action in Vietnam and carries bullet hole patches still visible on the left flap, left vertical and elevator, all critical wing components that keep a plane in controlled flight. The 02A was a military version of the civilian Cessna 337 and included explosion-proof fuel tanks, bullet-proof seats, a full complement of military radios, rockets, bombs and mini guns and overall structural strengthening. The twin engines allowed Oscar Deuce and other 02A Cessnas to absorb more ground fire and still return safely, endearing the feisty-fighter plane to its crews. Oscar Deuce is owned by Sam Lauff and his wife Linda Lauff who make the trip to Sebring from Leeward Air Ranch in Ocala, Florida.

Returning airplanes at the 2022 HSR Classic Sebring 12, Pistons and Props, include a blue 004 numbered 1942 Vultee BT-15 Valiant (pictured below) piloted by Tom Smith. Vultees were “Basic Trainer” (BT) aircraft that played a major role in teaching WWII military pilots the finer points of flying. The Smith’s BT-15 is just one of four still flying today out of 1,200 produced. It was built in Downey, California by Vultee in 1942 and delivered to the Army Air Force Training wing in Bainbridge, Georgia. The plane served in the Army until 1945 and was sold as surplus for just $200. The plane has never been restored, has been regularly flown, and has been in hangars for the past 45 years rather than on display in a museum. Smith and his wife Kim Smith, who organize each year’s contingent of historic planes for the HSR Classic 12, are the eighth owners of the Vultee and have flown it more than 1,000 hours the last 13 years.

Another flying favorite returning to Sebring is a 1973 Bulldog 120 (pictured at bottom), a British-built plane manufactured by Scottish Aviation LTD. This Bulldog was initially exported for use by the Ghana Air Force. After a short career as a trainer, the Bulldog was purchased and relocated to England where it was restored and painted in British RAF XX514 livery, a tribute to the original XX514 that was written off in a crash in September of 1986. The plane came to the U.S. in 2013 and, after initial stops in Michigan and Arizona, now resides in Florida and is regularly flown by owner Tony Green. The Bulldog’s modern look hides the fact it is a nearly 50-year-old design, but it is always the “newest” plane at each year’s Classic 12 considering most are WWII-era aircraft.

The major on-track part of the HSR Classic Sebring is the 12 Hours of Sebring tribute race that takes place Saturday and Sunday. It begins with a symbolic 12 hours of non-stop competition Saturday before all four competing Run Groups contest a final round of races Sunday morning to bring the Classic Sebring to a close.

The race weekend also features the HSR Sebring Historics that will determine the 2022 Champions of the full-season HSR WeatherTech Sprint, Stoner Car Care Global GT, Sasco Sports International/American Challenge and B.R.M. Endurance Challenge series.

Detailed event information for the Classic Sebring 12 Hour and Sebring Historics, including weekend schedules and entry lists, is available at www.HSRRace.com.

Spectator tickets for the HSR Classic Sebring 12 Hour are available exclusively at Sebring International Raceway throughout the event beginning at 8 a.m. EST, Thursday, December 1. Learn more at www.HSRtickets.com.

About HSR: Now an International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) property, Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) was formed in the mid-1970s with an event at Road Atlanta. There was one goal then and it remains true today: to celebrate the race cars from the past. As a “time machine” of sights and sounds, HSR provides a venue for competitors and spectators alike to share in the wonderful history and excitement created by the cars that competed at race tracks around the world. HSR currently sanctions eight vintage and historic racing events at some of the world’s most renowned race tracks, including Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, Sebring International Raceway, Daytona International Speedway and more. The complete schedule and full event information can be found on HSR’s website at www.HSRRace.com. Look for the HSR Channel on YouTube and follow HSR on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/HSRrace/ and on Twitter and Instagram at @HSR_race. A dedicated website for the Classic 24 Hour at Daytona presented by IMSA is available at www.Classic24hour.com.

Keselowski Enters Prestigious Snowball Derby

2012 Cup Champion to Make First Appearance at Five Flags Speedway

CONCORD, N.C. (Nov. 22, 2022) – The Snowball Derby is known as one of the biggest stock car events in the country, and this year it will feature RFK Co-Owner and Driver Brad Keselowski, who will wheel the No. 6 in arguably the most prestigious grassroots event of the year.

Five Flags Speedway, a half-mile asphalt track in Pensacola, Florida, has hosted the Derby every December since 1968, attracting some of the biggest names in short track racing as well as drivers from all of NASCAR’s touring series. Previous champions of the Snowball Derby include many of Keselowski’s competitors on Sundays including Kyle Busch, Chase Elliott and Erik Jones.

Keselowski, the 2012 Cup Champion, is coming off his first season at RFK and participated in a handful of grassroots late model events throughout the summer, including the Governor’s Cup at Thunder Road in Vermont.

The Snowball Derby schedule features an action-packed four days of on-track activity with practice set for Thursday, Dec. 1, qualifying on Friday (Dec. 2), and the 300-lap main event on Sunday (Dec. 4).

Racing America will broadcast all events in the 55th Annual Snowball Derby. To purchase pay-per-view access and learn more, click here.

NASCAR driver Jeremy Clements does have a beard!

He won the big race in Daytona, now #51 has his own beard oil.

GREENVILLE, SC, November 22, 2022—The GAHLAY! Co. LLC, maker of fine men’s grooming goods, announced today the release of Jeremy Clements 500 Beard Oil by GAHLAY!

Spartanburg, SC native Jeremy Clements won the big race down in Daytona & now he’s got his own GAHLAY! Beard Oil! Welcome to the family, JEREMY CLEMENTS 500 by GAHLAY!

This is a project that GAHLAY! CEO/Founder Matthew “Mattman” Harris & Jeremy have been talking about for quite some time, but over the Summer it started to become a thing. Meeting together during the week, Matt & Jug have put together the scent that not only represents Jeremy Clements & his dapperness well…but also one his wife Cortney likes a lot!

Based with 100% all natural essential oils, this scent almost finishes like a sweet beard cologne & is also intended to hydrate your facial hair and the skin underneath. With pure ingredients like 100% uncut Sweet Almond Essential Oil, high grade, uncut Sandalwood Essential Oil, Supreme, high grade Vetiver Essential Oil, it’s not only going to protect your facial hair, it’s going to make you smell oh so good! 

Clements, driver of the #51 car in NASCAR’s Xfinity Series says, “I’ve known Mattman for like 12 years going on The Rise Guys, we became good friends. When he started GAHLAY! I used & really liked all the products once I grew a beard in. We worked on this scent all Summer & I can’t wait for all my fans to try it. Be a really good stocking stuffer for sure!”

Mattman added, “Jug might not ever get his face on a box of ‘Wheaties’ but Michael Jordan never had his own beard oil either.”

JEREMY CLEMENTS 500 Beard Oil by GAHLAY!™ is available exclusively at GAHLAY.com with FREE shipping. The oil will join GAHLAY!’s other fine men’s grooming goods in barber shops & retail stores in 2023.

The GAHLAY! Co. LLC is based out of Greenville, SC since 2019. The GAHLAY!™ Co. carries a wide array of beard oils, beard balms & butters, men’s soaps & apparel. Past collaborations have included The North Face®  & Topps® sports cards. Owned & operated by Matthew “Mattman” Harris from the nationally syndicated The Rise Guys morning show. 

Dead On Tools Expands Partnership with TRICON Garage for 2023

Illinois-Based Company to Appear as Primary Partner in Multiple Events

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (November 22, 2022) — Dead On Tools has extended its partnership with TRICON Garage significantly for 2023. The innovative tool and work gear manufacturer will serve as an anchor partner on the Nos. 15 and 17 Toyota Tundra TRD Pros with drivers Tanner and Taylor Gray.

The expanded partnership will feature the Dead On Tools brand on the hood of a TRICON Tundra for 15 events throughout the 2023 season, while taking an associate role in all remaining races.

Illinois-based Dead On Tools is a subsidiary of Pull’R Holding Company LLC and is one of the world’s fastest-growing brands of hardware and storage gear. While still carrying its cornerstone precision tools, the brand has focused intently on mastering professional tool belts and other styles of soft-sided accessories.

“The partnership here is a no-brainer,” Dead On Tools Marketing Manager Brian Ranallo said. “This team is everything partners look for and more. We could not be more thrilled to link with the Gray family and get the Dead On Tools Toyota Tundra on the track!”

Tanner Gray will begin his fourth full-time campaign in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series (NCTS) when the series descends on Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway in February. The youngest champion in NHRA Pro Stock history has his sights set on a personal reset next season with the opportunity to prove himself as a race-winning threat in the NCTS.

“2023 is going to be an exciting year of change for our team and myself,” said Tanner Gray. “I’m thankful for Brian and the entire Dead On Tools family for continuing their partnership with us, and I hope we can capture my first win together.”

In accordance with NASCAR’s minimum age requirements, Taylor Gray will join the Truck Series full-time after his 18th birthday on March 25, 2023. The younger Gray has forged a name for himself in the ARCA ranks with seven career victories between the various series, including three national, one East and one West win in 2022. The New Mexico transplant also has 13 Truck Series starts in his budding career, earning two top-10 finishes along the way.

“I’m eager to tackle the Truck Series full-time next season after my 18th birthday. It’s going to be a major challenge, but one that I am certainly ready for,” said Gray. “Our team strives every day to improve, and it’s a privilege to have a partner like Dead On Tools who believe in what we are building and want to grow together.”

A detailed schedule of events for the Dead On Tools Toyota Tundra TRD Pros will be announced at a later date.

About Dead On Tools

Dead On Tools: A collision of serious tool using professionals and a lifestyle lived out loud. Dead On Tools sets the highest standard for precision tools and work gear products in the industry today, representing innovation and quality that was born from actual users in the trade. Dead On Tools is headquartered in the Midwest and distributes professional tools and work gear products throughout North America. For more information, visit deadontools.com.

About TRICON Garage

TRICON Garage is Toyota Racing Development’s flagship NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series organization. Under ownership by former NASCAR veteran David Gilliland and businessman Johnny Gray, TRICON is actively involved in three different industries – racing, fabrication and transportation. The team operates out of three buildings totaling 60,000 square feet in Mooresville, North Carolina.

ARCA Menards East and West 2023 Schedules Announced

TOLEDO, Ohio – (Nov. 21, 2022) – The 2023 schedules for the ARCA Menards Series East and ARCA Menards Series West have been finalized, with eight races slated for the East and 12 set for the West.

The West schedule will kick off at Phoenix Raceway on March 10, a combination race with the ARCA Menards Series while the East slate will commence with the series’ sixth visit to the historic Five Flags Speedway in Pensacola, Fla. on March 25.

The highlights:

  • The East schedule will be comprised of four stand-alone races and four combination races with the ARCA Menards Series.
  • East stand-alone races will be at Five Flags Speedway, Dover Motor Speedway, Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway, and, for the first time, Flat Rock Speedway.
  • Downriver Detroit’s Flat Rock Speedway hosted 56 ARCA Menards Series races from 1953 through 2000 and at just a quarter mile will be the shortest track on the East schedule.
  • The East season will conclude with four consecutive combination events with the ARCA Menards Series at Iowa Speedway, Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, The Milwaukee Mile, and Bristol Motor Speedway.
  • The East race at Dover will be part of a conjunction weekend with the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Xfinity Series, while the races at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, The Milwaukee Mile, and Bristol Motor Speedway will all be same-day doubleheaders with the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.
  • Irwindale Speedway in suburban Los Angeles will again host a pair of West races on April 1 and July 1.
  • Madera Speedway, just northwest of Fresno, returns to the schedule for the first time since 2009 and Shasta Speedway, located two hours north of Sacramento, returns to the West calendar for the first time since 2015.
  • Traditional West events at Kern County Raceway Park, Sonoma Raceway, Evergreen Speedway, All-American Speedway, and The Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway all return.
  • As it has since 2019, Phoenix Raceway will host the West season finale on Nov. 3, part of NASCAR Championship Weekend at the one-mile desert oval.
  • West races at Phoenix, Sonoma, and The Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway will be in conjunction with NASCAR National Series races.

The complete 2023 ARCA Menards Series East schedule: 

March 25    Five Flags Speedway              Pensacola, Fla. 

April 28      Dover Motor Speedway           Dover, Del. 

May 13      Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway    Nashville, Tenn. 

May 20      Flat Rock Speedway              Flat Rock, Mich. 

July 15      Iowa Speedway                  Newton, Iowa 

Aug. 11     Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park  Brownsburg, Ind. 

Aug. 27     The Milwaukee Mile              West Allis, Wisc. 

Sept. 14    Bristol Motor Speedway           Bristol, Tenn. 

The complete 2023 ARCA Menards Series West schedule: 

March 10    Phoenix Raceway                Avondale, Ariz. 

April 1     Irwindale Speedway               Irwindale, Calif. 

April 22    Kern County Raceway Park          Bakersfield, Calif. 

June 2      Portland International Raceway      Portland, Ore. 

June 9      Sonoma Raceway                Sonoma, Calif. 

July 1      Irwindale Speedway               Irwindale, Calif. 

July 29     Shasta Speedway                 Anderson, Calif. 

Aug. 19     Evergreen Speedway             Evergreen, Wash. 

Sept. 30    All-American Speedway            Roseville, Calif. 

Oct. 13     The Bullring at LVMS              Las Vegas, Nev. 

Oct. 21     Madera Speedway                Madera, Calif. 

Nov. 3      Phoenix Raceway                 Avondale, Ariz. 

All dates are tentative and subject to change.

Each ARCA Menards Series East and West stand-alone race will be streamed live on FloRacing and televised on a delayed basis on USA Network. Race start times, as well as broadcast details for combination races with the ARCA Menards Series will be announced at a later date.

About ARCA

The Automobile Racing Club of America (ARCA), founded in 1953 by John and Mildred Marcum in Toledo, Ohio, and acquired by NASCAR in April 2018, is the leading grassroots stock car sanctioning body in the United States. Bridging the gap between NASCAR’s top three national touring series and weekly and regional racing all across the country, the organization administers more than 100 events annually, including the ARCA Menards Series, ARCA Menards Series East, ARCA Menards Series West, regional touring late model series, plus weekly racing at Toledo and Flat Rock Speedways. For more information about ARCA visit www.arcaracing.com, or follow ARCA on Facebook (@ARCARacing) and Twitter (@ARCA_Racing).

Bobby Labonte Teams Up with Sadler/Stanley Racing for 2023 Modified Season

NASCAR Legend to Drive No. 18 VA Pace-O-Matic Modified

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – (November 22, 2022) – Legendary NASCAR Champion driver and Hall of Famer Bobby Labonte has announced he will join Sadler/Stanley (SS) Racing for the 2023 modified season, after making his SS Racing debut at Martinsville Speedway in October for the final race of the 2022 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour season. Labonte will be chasing the checkered flag behind the wheel of the No. 18 VA Pace-O-Matic Modified.

Labonte will race in his third full season of the Southern Modified Auto Racing Teams Tour (S.M.A.R.T.), where he previously piloted the No. 25 Cook Out Tour Modified. He finished third overall in the 2022 season, with nine top-5 finishes. The 13-race schedule is set to be released soon.

Labonte also plans to drive the No. 18 in several NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour races, including Richmond, Martinsville and North Wilkesboro, among others.

“The modified tour has been a lot of fun the last couple years, and I’m excited to return with a great new team like SS Racing,” said Labonte. “Hermie and Senator Stanley have put together a great program and they are really motivated to show what their team can do. Along with returning sponsors Cookout and Units Moving and Portable Storage, I am also looking forward to representing Pace-O-Matic next year. They are really engaged and committed to racing, which is always a good thing.”

SS Racing was founded in 2022 by retired NASCAR driver and race analyst Hermie Sadler and Virginia State Senator Bill Stanley, and their modifieds are built and maintained by PSR Products. The team placed sixth overall in the S.M.A.R.T. tour this year with driver Jonathan Brown.

“What an honor to have Bobby Labonte driving our cars in 2023. I have known Bobby nearly 30 years, and his record and accomplishments on and off the track speak for themselves. He will be a great representative of SS Racing and Pace-O-Matic.” said Sadler.

“Bobby Labonte is a consummate professional, a NASCAR® Hall of Famer, and a hero to my youngest son Chandler,” said Stanley. “We are just thrilled to have both Bobby and his wife, Kristin, as a part of the Sadler/Stanley Racing family, and we are excited to get both the 2023 S.M.A.R.T. and Whelen Modified Tour underway so that we can run for checkers and championships with Bobby behind the wheel of the SSR No. 18.”

New merchandise will be available soon at shopbobbylabonte.com. Follow him on Facebook for updates.

About Bobby Labonte
Bobby Labonte is not only a successful NASCAR driver and NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2020 inductee, he is also a successful television race analyst, businessman, and philanthropist. Labonte is in his seventh year as a race analyst and his fourth season on FS1’s NASCAR RACE HUB show. He currently owns Breaking Limits, a full-service marketing, public relations, sponsorship, and events agency, he’s a co-owner of Longhorn Chassis, a successful dirt late model and modified chassis and fabrication business and he leads the Bobby Labonte Foundation, which works in partnership with the local community to empower parents, families, and children to build a strong foundation for childrens’ futures.

For more information, visit www.bobbylabonte.com or follow him on Facebook and Twitter.

About Pace-O-Matic
Pace-O-Matic develops, produces, and licenses fun and entertainment in the form of skill games in various states, including Virginia, Pennsylvania, Wyoming. Kentucky, Illinois, Texas, among others. Since its founding In 2000, the organization has built a talented leadership team and culture defined by integrity, innovation, and compliance. Learn more at www.paceomatic.com.