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Mercedes-AMG Motorsport Customer Racing Team Winward Racing Qualifies Fifth for Saturday’s Grand Prix of Long Beach

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Reigning IMSA WeatherTech GT Daytona (GTD) Titlists Russell Ward and Philip Ellis Begin Championship Rebound in the No. 57 Winward Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3 with Solid Points Day in Qualifying for Saturday’s 100-Minute IMSA WeatherTech Championship Race on the Streets of Long Beach.

LONG BEACH, California – Two-time and reigning IMSA GT Daytona (GTD) champions Winward Racing and team driver Russell Ward secured some solid points in the season-long GTD standings with a fifth-place qualifying effort Friday for tomorrow’s Grand Prix of Long Beach for the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.

Ward briefly held the GTD pole position halfway through the quick 15-minute session and then locked down fifth on the grid with his second and final flying lap in the closing minutes.

Ward, who turned a top lap time of 1:18.705 (90.017 mph) on his tenth of 12 qualifying laps – just 0.001 of a second shy of the GTD championship leader in fourth place – rolls off from the inside of GTD row three for tomorrow’s sprint. The 100-minute timed race is the shortest of the year on the IMSA GTD schedule.

The No. 57 team and both Ward and co-driver Philip Ellis earned 26 points for the top five run in the time trials. The nice tally helps the team recover from a challenging race last month at the 12 Hours of Sebring when the No. 57 was forced to retire in the race’s early stages after getting caught up in an incident between two GTD Pro entries.

Ward was just behind the accident scene in the No. 57 and one of the still spinning GTD Pro cars rolled right into his path. Ward was uninjured in the contact incident, but he, Ellis and the No. 57 entry earned minimal points, failing to finish a race through no fault of their own for the first time in several seasons.

Friday’s solid points haul in qualifying was the first step in the Winward team racing back into the fight for a third-straight GTD championship. The Winward team and its drivers have basically moved to within three points of the top five in the GTD standings with two teams ranked ahead in the season-long standings not competing this weekend at Long Beach.

Saturday’s Grand Prix of Long Beach for the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship is scheduled to start at 1:05 p.m. PDT. Live television coverage on the flagship NBC network begins at 4 p.m. EDT/1 p.m. PDT and is also available in livestream coverage on Peacock and, for international viewers, at www.IMSA.tv.

“Long Beach is all about kind of getting through the race, but we are pretty happy with what we have. I am just going to get it to the pitstop tomorrow, and that’s really the plan. Definitely, with the Michelin tire, it felt a little bit different this year, and I think that showed in the lap times. This track is such a low energy track, and it takes a couple of laps to get everything up to temperature, and then you only really get two or three good laps. I feel like I definitely could have been one or two spots higher, but we’ll have to get them in the race tomorrow. We’ve had our bad luck for the year, and now it’s time to just press on, race the racetrack and get the most out of it.”

Cadillac to start third in 51st Long Beach Grand Prix

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LONG BEACH (April 17, 2026) – Louis Delétraz and the No. 40 Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing V-Series.R, qualified third for the 51st Long Beach Grand Prix IMSA race.

His lap of 1:11.833 was bettered by pole winner Nick Yelloly of Michael Shank Racing who posted a pole-winning time of 1:11.626.

Jack Atiken, driver of the No. 31 Whelen Cadillac V-Series.R run by Action Express Racing was fourth with a lap of 1:11.844, while Filipe Albuquerque, No. 10 Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing V-Series.R was ninth with a lap of 1:12.101.

Cadillac Racing has won six of the eight IMSA races at Long Beach (no race in 2020), including five in a row (2017-2022)

The Grand Prix of Long Beach is set for 1:05 p.m. PT on Saturday, April 18 from the Long Beach street circuit in southern California. It will air live on NBC starting at 4 p.m. ET with streaming coverage on Peacock. IMSA Radio will stream live audio coverage on XM 206, Channel 996 on the SiriusXM app and IMSA.com.

Louis Delétraz, No. 40 Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing V-Series.R: “Great qualifying and P3 is a good position to start at Long Beach as we know it is very hard to overtake so big thank you to everyone at Cadillac racing and Wayne Taylor Racing. We still have the hardest part tomorrow with the race, but the car feels good. It was our best qualifying of the year and looking forward to the race and try to get our first podium of the year.”

Jack Aitken, No. 31 Whelen Cadillac V-Series.R run by Action Express Racing: “Yeah it was not bad I think we were hoping for a little bit more. The track conditions felt good and felt fast. But it was difficult to find that last little bit. I think we put a good lap initially but a lot of other cars toward the end after we done our run as it were. It was what it was at that point. It’s a bit of a shame, but still a good starting position for tomorrow and we have to Cadillac up there, so hopefully we can pull out a good result from that.”

Filipe Albuquerque, No. 10 Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing V-Series.R: “Looking at the result, it is just not what I wanted. We were fighting the car, and I was just a tenth off my teammates in Cadillac and a tenth off here is bigger than any other track. It is what it is and tomorrow is going to be a bit harder for us, but it’s IMSA and it’s Long Beach and you just never know and we go on. The car is competitive, but the whole field is very tight.”

About General Motors

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

GM Motorsports, including the Cadillac Formula 1® Team develops and proves advanced technologies in the most demanding environments, accelerating innovation in performance, safety, efficiency, and electrification for its production vehicles. Cadillac Racing is one of the leading manufacturers in the IMSA and FIA World Endurance Championships (WEC). Chevrolet competes in single seaters in the US INDYCAR series, and in NASCAR with multiple team partners and drivers. Corvette customer teams compete in GT series across the globe including IMSA and WEC. Learn more at GM.com.

CORVETTE RACING AT LONG BEACH: Front Row for Wickens, DXDT

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No. 36 Corvette rolling off second in GTD for IMSA season’s first sprint race

LONG BEACH, Calif. (April 17, 2026) – DXDT Racing’s Robert Wickens thrilled his team and fans at Long Beach on Friday with second-place qualifying effort for Saturday’s Grand Prix of Long Beach in the No. 36 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R specially equipped with a hand-control system.

Wickens set a lap of 1:18.562 (90.181mph) in Friday’s 15-minute session for the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship’s GTD class. He was just 0.151 seconds off the class pole-winning time.

Long Beach will be his first race of the season back in the cockpit of the Corvette as he embarks on a five-race campaign in IMSA’s sprint rounds with full-season DXDT driver Mason Filippi.

Friday’s result was his best since joining DXDT Racing and Corvette a year ago. Long Beach in 2025 was the site of Wickens’ debut both in the WeatherTech Championship and in the Corvette.

The Z06 GT3.R features a fully electronic braking system by Bosch with a specially constructed steering wheel attachment that allows Wickens to accelerate and brake with his hands. The advancement is a revolutionary and collaborative effort between DXDT Racing, Bosch, General Motors and Pratt Miller, which is the constructor of the Corvette GT3.

DragonSpeed’s No. 81 Corvette and the No. 13 entry from 13 Autosport will start Saturday’s race from the eighth and ninth rows of the GTD grid, respectively.

Chevrolet and the Corvette brand have been a fixture at Long Beach since the Corvette Racing program first visited Long Beach in 2007. In 18 visits, Corvette GT cars have captured eight victories with two additional in the Corvette Daytona Prototype era. Combined with results from the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, Chevrolet boasts a total of 22 victories in the Grand Prix’s two premier events.

The Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach is set for 1:05 p.m. PT on Saturday from the Long Beach street circuit in southern California. It will air live on NBC starting at 4 p.m. ET with streaming coverage on Peacock. IMSA Radio will stream live audio coverage on XM 206, Channel 996 on the SiriusXM app and IMSA.com.

CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R POST-QUALIFYING DRIVER QUOTES

ROBERT WICKENS, NO. 36 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “We’ve been having some radio issues here and there so I heard I went P1 at the checkered. And then I didn’t hear anything for the rest of the lap because of the static. But yeah, P2 is alright! As soon as I heard that I missed it by a tenth, I knew exactly where I could have found that to snag P1. DXDT Racing gives me a good racecar, and the Corvette Z06 GT3.R is a dream around here. Living a good life!”

(Do you feel like you’re getting back in a comfort zone?) “Especially this weekend. The last time I drove a car was VIR last year. So it’s been a steep learning curve. Ironically I felt more prepared last year even though it was my debut in the series. This team is so strong. Mason (Filippi) has been doing an amazing job getting me up to speed. It’s a full team effort here. Hopefully we can play from P2 and try to get a podium.”

(Satisfying after last year’s qualifying?) “A bit of a redemption from last year, even making it through FP2 and having a clean weekend this year compared to last. DXDT Racing and Corvette Racing are doing an amazing job. The car is so nice to drive. When I heard I missed it by a tenth, you immediately know as a driver where you could have found it. It’s a good problem to have. We had the equipment to put it on the pole today. Hopefully with a little more experience, I can get a little more from the car and from the hand control system from Bosch. Going into this weekend, if you told me I’d be on the front row, I would have taken it.”

(Thinking about Turn One at the start?) “I’m not really thinking about Turn One. I’m more thinking about the hairpin to take the green. I feel like when you’re the slower class on the starts, it’s a bit of free-for-all and you can go wherever you want. I’m more worried about getting stuck on the outside of the hairpin and maybe getting a bad exit. I’m going to spend some time tonight and tomorrow looking at race starts over the past few years and see what I can learn.”

Team Chevy high-resolution racing photos are available for editorial use.

About General Motors

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

GM Motorsports, including the Cadillac Formula 1® Team, develops and proves advanced technologies in the most demanding environments, accelerating innovation in performance, safety, efficiency, and electrification for its production vehicles. Cadillac Racing is one of the leading manufacturers in the IMSA and FIA World Endurance Championships (WEC). Chevrolet competes in single-seaters in the US INDYCAR series, and in NASCAR with multiple team partners and drivers. Corvette customer teams compete in GT series across the globe including IMSA and WEC. Learn more at GM.com.

Power, Andretti Drop Hammer in Opening Long Beach Practice

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LONG BEACH, Calif. (Friday, April 17, 2026) – After a blistering lap at Long Beach, it’s safe to say Will Power is starting to find his comfort zone at Andretti Global.

Power led the opening practice for the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach with a top lap of 1 minute, 7.6053 seconds in the No. 26 TWG AI Honda of Andretti Global. That was nearly two-tenths of a second ahead of his closest pursuer, former teammate Scott McLaughlin, second at 1:07.7914 in the No. 3 AAA Travel Team Penske Chevrolet on the 11-turn, 1.968-mile temporary street circuit.

SEE: Practice Results

“On the reds (Firestone alternate tires), the car was very good,” Power said. “We still have things to improve but looking good.”

Power moved to Andretti Global after 16 full-time seasons at Team Penske that included two NTT INDYCAR SERIES championships and victory in the 2018 Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge, the highest-profile driver move of the offseason.

Two-time Long Beach winner Power has endured an inconsistent start to his Andretti tenure, adjusting to the different ways that team sets up its cars – especially its brakes – compared to Team Penske. He is 13th in the standings after four races but produced his best finish of the season, third, at the last street race, the Java House Grand Prix of Arlington on March 15.

Up next is the second practice at 1:30 p.m. ET Saturday (FS2, FOX One, FOX Sports app, INDYCAR Radio powered by OnlyBulls), followed by NTT P1 Award qualifying at 6:30 p.m. ET (FS1, FOX One, FOX Sports app, INDYCAR Radio powered by OnlyBulls). The Firestone Fast Six final round of qualifying will be a single-car, one-lap format unlike the group formats of the first two rounds.

The 90-lap race starts at 5:30 p.m. Sunday (FOX, FOX Deportes, FOX One, FOX Sports app, INDYCAR Radio powered by OnlyBulls).

“As you’ve seen over the years, the Andretti cars are really good here,” Power said. “I think the one lap in qualifying will be very interesting. Hard to say that would suit us or not.”

Andretti Global has won six of the past 14 street races in the series, with Kyle Kirkwood winning five of them. Two of those victories have come in this event, both from Kirkwood in 2023 and 2025.

The team continued to flex its street circuit muscle on a sun-splashed day at Long Beach, as series points leader Kirkwood joined teammate Power in the top three with a best lap of 1:07.9861 in the No. 27 JM Bullion/Gold.com Honda.

Four-time and reigning series champion Alex Palou was fourth at 1:08.0030 in the No. 10 OpenAI Chip Ganassi Racing Honda. Marcus Armstrong rounded out the top five at 1:08.1215 in the No. 66 Remax Honda of Meyer Shank Racing w/ Curb Agajanian.

Marcus Ericsson verified Andretti Global’s strength at Long Beach and on street circuits as he was the team’s third driver in the top six of the time chart, stopping the clocks at 1:08.1932 in the No. 28 Allegra Honda.

McLaughlin’s first practice was bittersweet. He was second quickest overall but ended his afternoon by sliding sideways into the tire barrier in Turn 9 shortly before the end of his practice group. He was unhurt, and the car suffered moderate damage.

TEAM CHEVY INDYCAR FRIDAY PRACTICE REPORT – Grand Prix Of Long Beach

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CHEVROLET IN THE NTT INDYCAR SERIES
Grand Prix Of Long Beach
1.968-mile, 11 turn, Long Beach street circuit
Long Beach California
Friday Practice Report
April 17, 2026

LONG BEACH, California (April 17, 2026) – For the fourth straight road and street course, Scott McLaughlin was the quickest Chevrolet-powered driver during the first practice, with Arrow McLaren teammates Christian Lundgaard in the No. 7 VELO Arrow McLaren Chevrolet and Pato O’Ward also had top ten pace in the first practice on the 1.968-mile, 11-turn, Long Beach street circuit.

For the 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season, the first practice on the road and street courses is split into three portions, with the entire field running the first forty minutes, and the field split in two for a pair of 12-minute sessions.

Chevrolet-powered drivers took six of the top 10 spots in the first 40 minutes, with drivers utilizing the Primary Firstone Firehawk racing tires (Black), with Pato O’Ward in the No. 5 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet leading the way for Team Chevy. McLaughlin, David Malukas in the No. 12 Verizon Team Penske Chevrolet, Christian Lundgaard in the No. 7 VELO Arrow McLaren Chevrolet, Alexander Rossi in the No. 20 ECR Liquid Science Orange Chevrolet, and Josef Newgarden in the No. 2 Astemo Team Penske Chevrolet joined the Mexican driver.

When the first half of the field put on the Alternate Firestone Firehawk racing tires (Red), McLaughlin was immediately quick, setting a lap of 67.6053 seconds on his first hot lap. The Kiwi was on his second hot lap when the rear end of his No. 3 AAA Travel Team Penske Chevrolet stepped out under braking in Turn 9, tagging the tire barriers and ending his session.

“I felt like I got a denied downshift,” said McLaughlin. “It was a bit unfortunate, going in there, you’re committing pretty high. Looking back on it now, I probably should have. Looking back on it now, I probably didn’t have as much time because it was sliding for a long time. I grabbed a gear and it just locked the rear tires and I was a bit of a passenger. The car was super good. I was just trying to test those AAA tow trucks and figure if we could get some help; they were right there on the job. Excited for the AAA Travel Team Chevy. We’ve got a rocket ship this weekend; it’s just a matter of putting it together.”

After going sixth quickest in the first session on Blacks, Lundgaard was third best in his session on the Reds. Joining Lundgaard in the top five in the second 12-minute session was Alexander Rossi in the No. 20 ECR Liquid Science Orange Chevrolet. Malukas confirmed that Team Penske had speed, setting the quickest times in the first two sectors of his best lap before encountering traffic.

Grand Prix Of Long Beach Practice #1 Results

Tune-In Alert

Saturday

NTT INDYCAR SERIES Practice #2 – 1:30pm (ET)/12:30pm (CT)/11:30am (MT)/10:30am (PT) – FS1/ INDYCAR Radio Network/SIRIUSXM 218
NTT INDYCAR SERIES Qualifying – 6:30pm (ET)/5:30pm (CT)/4:30pm (MT)/3:30pm (PT) – FS1/ INDYCAR Radio Network/SIRIUSXM 218

Sunday

NTT INDYCAR SERIES Warm Up – 1pm (ET)/noon (CT)/11am (MT)/10am (PT) – FS1/ INDYCAR Radio Network/SIRIUSXM 218
Grand Prix Of Long Beach (90 laps) – 5:30pm (ET)/4:30pm (CT)/3:30pm (MT)/2:30pm (PT) – – FOX/INDYCAR Radio Network/SIRIUSXM 218

Josef Newgarden in the No. 2 Team Penske Chevrolet drives around the fountain on the 1.968-mile, 11 turn, Long Beach street circuit on the way to a win in 2022.

Chevrolet History on the Streets of Long Beach

Wins – 12

2022 – Josef Newgarden – Team Penske

2016 – Simon Pagenaud – Team Penske

2015 – Scott Dixon – Chip Ganassi Racing

2014 – Mike Conway – ECR

2012 – Will Power – Team Penske

1993 – Paul Tracy – Team Penske

1992 – Danny Sullivan – Galles Racing

1991 – Al Unser Jr.. – Galles Racing

1990 – Al Unser Jr. – Galles Racing

1989 – Al Unser Jr. – Galles Racing

1988 – Al Unser Jr. – Galles Racing

1987 – Mario Andretti – Newman Haas Racing

Poles – 10

2021 – Josef Newgarden – Team Penske

2017 – Helio Castroneves – Team Penske

2016 – Helio Castroneves – Team Penske

2015 – Helio Castroneves – Team Penske

2012 – Ryan Briscoe – Team Penske

1991 – Michael Andretti – Newman Haas Racing

1990 – Al Unser Jr. – Galles Racing

1989 – Al Unser Jr. – Galles Racing

1988 – Danny Sullivan – Team Penske

1987 – Mario Andretti – Newman Haas Racing

Chevrolet Podiums: 32

Driver Podiums: Josef Newgarden (4), Al Unser Jr. (4), Emerson Fittipaldi (3), Will Power (3), Bob Rahal (3), Helio Castroneves (2), Scott Dixon (2), Danny Sullivan (2), Mario Andretti (1), Michael Andretti (1), Eddie Cheever (1), Mike Conway (1), James Hinchcliffe (1), Christian Lundgaard (1), Juan Montoya (1), Simon Pagenaud (1), Paul Tracy (1)

Team Podiums: Team Penske (15), Galles Racing (6), Chip Ganassi Racing (3), Newman Haas Racing (2), Rahal Hogan Racing (2), Andretti Global (1), Arrow McLaren (1), ECR (1), Patrick Racing (1)

Chevrolet Laps Led: 991

Driver Laps Led: Al Unser Jr. (395), Mario Andretti (108), Josef Newgarden (101), Paul Tracy (81), Helio Castroneves (78), Scott Dixon (68), Will Power (42), Simon Pagenaud (28), Christian Lundgaard (26), Danny Sullivan (24), Sting Ray Robb (12), Michael Andretti (5), Ryan Briscoe (5), Ryan Hunter-Reay (5), Augustin Canapino (3), Mike Conway (3), Charlie Kimball (3), Sebastian Saavedra (3), Sebastien Bourdais (1),

Team Laps Led: Galles Racing (402), Team Penske (352), Newman Haas Racing (113), Chip Ganassi Racing (71), Arrow McLaren (26), Juncos Hollinger Racing (15), Andretti Global (5), KV Racing Technology (4), ECR (3)

Manufacturer History on the Streets Of Long Beach

Wins (with competition)

15 – Honda (2025, 2024, 2023, 2021, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2013, 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996)

12 – Chevrolet (2022, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2012, 1993, 1992, 1991, 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987)

3 – Cosworth (1986, 1985, 1984)

1 – Ilmor (1994)

1 – Mercedes (1995)

Poles (with competition)

13 – Honda (2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2019, 2018, 2014, 2013, 2001, 2000, 1999, 1997, 1996)

10 – Chevrolet (2021, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2012, 1991, 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987)

5 – Ford (2002, 1998, 1995, 1993, 1992)

3 – Cosworth (1986, 1985, 1984)

1 – Ilmor (1994)

Historical Chevrolet in the INDYCAR SERIES information

  • INDYCAR SERIES Manufacturer Championships (since 1979)
  • Chevrolet-Powered Wins in the Twin-Turbo 2.2L V6 Era (2012-present)
  • Chevrolet-Powered Wins – All-Time

About General Motors

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

GM Motorsports, including the Cadillac Formula 1® Team develops and proves advanced technologies in the most demanding environments, accelerating innovation in performance, safety, efficiency, and electrification for its production vehicles. Cadillac Racing is one of the leading manufacturers in the IMSA and FIA World Endurance Championships (WEC). Chevrolet competes in single seaters in the US INDYCAR series, and in NASCAR with multiple team partners and drivers. Corvette customer teams compete in GT series across the globe including IMSA and WEC. Learn more at GM.com.

How the Car Accident Settlement Process Works in Tacoma

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A car accident settlement is the process through which an injured person receives compensation for losses after proving another party’s fault. In Tacoma, this process follows Washington State laws and typically involves insurance claims, negotiations, and sometimes legal intervention.

Nestled along the Puget Sound, Tacoma blends busy urban roads with scenic waterfront drives. While the city offers a relaxed Pacific Northwest vibe, traffic congestion and unpredictable weather can increase accident risks. That’s why understanding how settlements work here isn’t just helpful; it’s necessary.

If you have been injured, consulting an auto accident lawyer in Tacoma early can make a noticeable difference. They can help you with the claim process and pursue the full compensation you deserve. 

Step-by-Step Car Accident Settlement Process

Keep a note of the steps for this car accident settlement process in Tacoma.

Seek Medical Attention and Document Everything

Your health comes first, but documentation is just as critical. Medical records will create a direct link between your accident and your injuries.

Be sure to:

  • See a doctor immediately
  • Keep all bills, medications, and any reports
  • Take photos of all injuries and the vehicle damage

Filing the Insurance Claim

Once initial treatment begins, the next step is filing a claim with the appropriate insurance company.

This includes:

  • Accident reports (filed under RCW 46.52.030 if required)
  • Witness statements
  • Insurance policy details

Insurance companies often respond quickly, but not always fairly.

Investigation and Liability Determination

The insurer will investigate to determine who caused the accident. This stage can feel frustrating because adjusters may try to minimize your claim.

They typically review:

  • Police reports
  • Traffic camera footage
  • Vehicle damage analysis

This is where having a car accident lawyer becomes valuable. They will ensure that your side of the accident is properly represented.

Calculating Damages

Before any settlement discussion begins, you need a clear picture of what your claim is worth.

Damages generally include:

  • Any economic damages, such as medical bills, lost wages, and repair costs
  • Any non-economic damages, such as pain, suffering, emotional distress

Washington law does not cap most personal injury damages, which means settlements can vary widely based on case details.

Negotiation with Insurance Companies

This is often the longest phase. Insurance companies may offer a low initial settlement, hoping you will accept quickly.

A skilled lawyer will:

  • Present evidence-backed demand letters
  • Push back against any and all lowball offers
  • Properly negotiate strategically for the maximum compensation

Most cases settle here without going to court.

Filing a Lawsuit (If Necessary)

If the negotiations stall, filing a lawsuit may be the next step. In Tacoma, WA, the statute of limitations is 3 years (RCW 4.16.080) from the date of the accident.

Even after filing:

  • Settlement negotiations can continue
  • Many cases resolve before trial

Litigation simply adds pressure on the insurer to offer a fair amount.

Common Mistakes That Can Delay Your Settlement

It’s easy to unknowingly hurt your claim. Some common missteps include:

  • Delaying medical treatment
  • Giving recorded statements without legal advice
  • Accepting the first settlement offer
  • Posting accident details on social media

Avoiding these mistakes can significantly impact your final payout.

Why Hiring a Car Accident Lawyer Matters

Handling a claim alone might seem manageable until complications arise. A car accident attorney brings clarity and leverage to the process.

They help by:

  • Interpreting Washington-specific laws
  • Managing all paperwork and all deadlines
  • Negotiating aggressively with all insurers

Most importantly, they allow you to focus on recovery while they handle the legal pressure.

Final Takeaways

Here’s a quick summary of how the process works:

  • Tacoma follows a fault-based system under Washington law.
  • Even if partially at fault, you can recover damages.
  • The process includes claim filing, investigation, and negotiation.
  • Most settlements can happen outside court.
  • Legal guidance can and will most likely significantly improve the outcomes.

Understanding the settlement process isn’t just about legal knowledge. It’s about knowing how to protect your rights and avoid costly mistakes. Thankfully, a car accident lawyer plays a significant role in this case.

Pros of Working With a Cape Coral Truck Accident Lawyer

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Working with a truck accident lawyer in Cape Coral can make a huge difference in how your case turns out. From handling complex insurance claims to proving fault, they bring experience you likely don’t have, and that can mean less stress and more compensation for you.

Truck accidents are not like regular car crashes. They often involve multiple parties, federal regulations, and serious injuries. Trying to deal with all that alone can quickly feel overwhelming. A skilled lawyer knows how to step in, take control, and guide the process so you don’t get lost in the details.

Cape Coral is one of the fastest-growing cities in Florida, known for its miles of canals and busy roadways. With more people moving in, traffic has increased, and so have accidents involving large commercial trucks. If you’re dealing with one, a Cape Coral truck accident attorney can help you understand your rights, and they will fight for the outcome you deserve.

Why Hiring a Cape Coral Truck Accident Lawyer Matters

Truck accidents bring higher stakes. Larger vehicles cause more damage. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) reported over 5,700 fatal crashes involving large trucks in 2021. That number has trended upward in recent years.

Florida law adds another layer. Under Florida Statutes § 316.302, commercial drivers must follow federal safety rules. These include limits on driving hours, truck maintenance, and cargo loading. If a driver or company breaks these rules, it can strengthen your claim—but only if you know where to look.

That’s where a lawyer comes in.

5 Benefits of Working With a Truck Accident Lawyer

1. They Know How to Prove Fault

Truck cases often involve more than one party:

  • The driver
  • The trucking company
  • A maintenance contractor
  • A cargo loader

A lawyer tracks down records like driver logs, inspection reports, and black box data. These details matter. Under 49 CFR § 395, drivers must follow strict hours-of-service limits. If they break those rules, it can show negligence.

You don’t have easy access to this evidence. A lawyer does.

2. They Handle Insurance Tactics

Insurance companies move fast after a crash. Their goal is simple: pay as little as possible.

A lawyer steps in and:

  • Handles all communication
  • Reviews settlement offers
  • Pushes back on lowball payouts

The Insurance Information Institute notes that liability claims involving trucks often exceed standard auto claims due to severe injuries and property loss. That makes insurers more aggressive.

You avoid saying the wrong thing. They keep the process on track.

3. They Calculate the True Value of Your Claim

Truck accidents often lead to long-term costs:

  • Medical bills
  • Lost wages
  • Ongoing treatment
  • Pain and suffering

Under Florida Statutes § 768.81, compensation may be reduced if you share fault. A lawyer works to limit that and maximize your recovery.

They look beyond the obvious bills. They factor in future costs too.

4. They Understand Federal and State Regulations

Truck cases rely heavily on federal rules, and many people do not know that these exist.

A lawyer uses laws like:

If a company skips inspections or pushes drivers past limits, that can directly support your case.

You don’t need to learn these rules. Your lawyer already knows them.

5. They Prepare for Trial if Needed

Most cases settle, but not all of them do.

If the negotiations fail, your lawyer can:

  • File a lawsuit
  • Build you a strong case
  • Present the evidence in court

Florida gives you limited time to act. Under Florida Statutes § 95.11(4)(a), you generally have two years to file a personal injury claim.

Miss that window, and your case could be dismissed.

What This Means for You

You get someone who understands the entire system. Someone who knows where to look, what to ask, and how to push back. That can ease pressure when you’re already dealing with injuries and stress.

Quick Summary: Pros of Working With a Cape Coral Truck Accident Lawyer

  • Lawyers help prove fault using records like driver logs and federal rule violations
  • They deal with insurance companies and push back on low settlement offers
  • They calculate full damages, including future medical costs and lost income
  • They apply key laws like 49 CFR § 395 and Florida Statutes § 768.81 to strengthen your case
  • They identify all liable parties involved
  • They handle lawsuits and meet deadlines under Florida Statutes § 95.11(4)(a)
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Mother Nature cancels ARCA and NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series qualifying at Kansas

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Briar Starr
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Qualifying for both the ARCA Menards Series and the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series races was canceled Friday afternoon due to severe storms in the area. As a result, there are two new first-time pole award winners.

Jack Wood will be on the pole in his 20th career ARCA Series national start. Carson Kvapil secured the pole for the first time in what will be his 52nd career O’Reilly Auto Parts Series start on Saturday night in the Kansas Lottery 300.

The NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series is visiting Kansas Speedway this weekend for its 10th race of the 2026 season.

Practice and Qualifying were originally scheduled for Friday at 6 p.m. CT. However, due to severe weather in the area, the session was canceled.

Carson Kvapil secured the pole via the metric rulebook, meaning the lowest score to highest in the qualifying order. The pole position is Kvapil’s first in his O’Reilly Auto Parts career in what will be Kvapil’s 52nd career start Saturday night.

William Byron, Justin Allgaier, Sheldon Creed, Brent Crews, Corey Day, William Sawalich, Parker Retzlaff, Jesse Love, and Taylor Gray round out the Top 10 starting order.

After hot and humid conditions on Friday afternoon, the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts teams will face a different track condition on Saturday night. Temperatures are expected to be in the upper 30s come race time. The Kansas Lottery 300 can be seen live on the CW Network with coverage starting at 6:30 p.m./ET.

Additionally, the ARCA Menards Series practice and qualifying were canceled on Friday afternoon as well. Jack Wood in the No. 28 Pinnacle Racing Group is starting on the pole for the first time as well in his ARCA career. Gio Ruggiero, Jake Bollman, Lanie Buice, Gavan Boschele, Thomas Annunziata, Jason Kitzmiller, Isabella Robusto, Takuma Koga, and Alex Clubb are the Top 10.

The Tide 150 can be seen live on Fox Sports 1 at 12:30 p.m. ET.

NASCAR O’Reilly Series at Kansas Speedway Starting Lineup:

Position | Driver

1. Carson Kvapil

2. William Byron

3. Justin Allgaier

4. Sheldon Creed

5. Brent Crews

6. Corey Day

7. William Sawalich

8. Parker Retzlaff

9. Jesse Love

10. Taylor Gray

11. Sammy Smith

12. Ryan Sieg

13. Rajah Caruth

14. Brandon Jones

15. Austin Hill

16. Jeb Burton

17. Brennan Poole

18. Jeremy Clements

19. Sam Mayer

20. Harrison Burton

21. Blaine Perkins

22. Dean Thompson

23. Josh Bilicki

24. Patrick Staropoli

25. Kyle Sieg

26. Luke Baldwin

27. Lavar Scott

28. Dawson Cram

29. Ryan Ellis

30. Josh Williams

31. Anthony Alfredo

32. Nick Leitz

33. Joey Gase

34. Mason Maggio

35. Austin Green

36. Cole Custer

37. Blake Lothian

MISSION RACEWAY PARK SET TO HOST FIRST-EVER RAD TORQUE SYSTEMS CANADIAN SPORTSNATIONALS

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Official Release
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MISSION, B.C. (April 17, 2026) – The prestigious NHRA SPORTSnationals will take place for the first time in Canada, as the inaugural RAD Torque Systems Canadian SPORTSnationals is set to take place June 11-12 at Mission Raceway Park in Mission, British Columbia.

It brings the standout event for drivers in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series to the NHRA Division 6 track as part of a huge overall doubleheader weekend that takes place June 11-14.

The first-ever Canadian SPORTSnationals opens the event, leading into a Northwest Divisional event over the final two days, offering an action-packed weekend sure to draw hundreds of standout sportsman racers from North America.

Racing will take place across nine categories (Stock, Super Stock, Super Street, Super Comp, Super Gas, Top Dragster, Top Sportsman, Comp and Sportsman Motorcycle) during the RAD Torque Systems Canadian SPORTSnationals, and big prize money and contingency payouts will be on the line as excitement continues to build at a rapid rate for the inaugural event.

“We’re incredibly excited at Mission Raceway Park to host the inaugural RAD Torque Systems Canadian SPORTSnationals,” Mission Raceway Park General Manager Kevin Ness said. “Bringing a first-of-its-kind national event to our facility is a major milestone, not just for our team but for the entire Canadian drag racing community.

“This event represents the growth, passion and momentum of the sport in Canada, and we’re proud to provide a world-class stage for racers, teams and fans to be part of history. We can’t wait to welcome everyone to Mission for what promises to be an unforgettable weekend of competition and excitement.”

“RAD Torque Systems is a proud supporter of NHRA Drag Racing and we’re excited to be part of the first-ever Canadian SPORTSnationals at Mission Raceway Park on June 11–14,” RAD Torque Systems President and Founder Dan Provost said. “This event is happening right in our backyard and it’s a great opportunity to shine a spotlight on an incredible facility. Mission Raceway Park is one of the fastest tracks in North America and we’re proud to help bring more attention to the racers, fans, and community that make this track so special.”

The event represents the fourth SPORTSnationals event to take place in 2026, following the JEGS SPORTSnationals (May 22-24 at Beech Bend Raceway), the Laris Cajun SPORTSnationals (March 27-29 at Belle Rose) and the Testo NHRA Chesapeake SPORTSnationals (May 23-24 at Cecil County Dragway).

The event at Mission Raceway Park will be streamed for free on NHRA.tv. and the NHRA YouTube page.

It’s all part of a major weekend at Mission Raceway Park, as a SPORTSnationals victory has always been regarded as a major accomplishment for any driver. As part of NHRA’s 75th anniversary season in 2026, this year’s winner will get a special diamond Wally, adding even more prestige and excitement for the weekend. It all equals an incredible first-time opportunity in Canada, with a wealth of action-packed racing set to take place over four memorable days.

“It’s a blessing to add another national event points-earning race to the Northwest Division,” NHRA Northwest Division Director Mike Eames said. “It helps so many competitors with their 2026 championship aspirations. We get to hold the event alongside the great team at Mission Raceway Park and with an incredible marketing partner in Dan Provost with RAD Torque Systems. I’ve been working on creating Canada’s only national event since I started, and to see it come to fruition is beyond exciting. “

For more information on NHRA, including the 2026 schedule, please visit www.NHRA.com.

About Lucas Oil

Founded in 1989 by Forrest and Charlotte Lucas, Lucas Oil Products was created with the simple philosophy of producing only the best line of lubricants and additives available anywhere. Today, it encompasses the most diversified range of products in the automotive, powersports, marine, industrial, outdoor, and motorsports marketplaces, many of which were created by Forrest Lucas himself. In total, the company boasts more than 300 premium products, representing the largest variety of shelf products of any oil company in the United States with a distribution network across 48 different countries. For more information, please visit www.LucasOil.com.

About NHRA

NHRA is the primary sanctioning body for the sport of drag racing in the United States. NHRA presents 20 national events featuring the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series and NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, as well as the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports and NHRA Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown™ at select national events. NHRA provides competition opportunities for drivers of all levels in the NHRA Summit Racing Series and NHRA Street Legal™. NHRA also offers the NHRA Jr. Street® program for teens and the Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League® for youth ages 5 to 17. With more than 100 Member Tracks, NHRA allows racers to compete at a variety of locations nationally and internationally. NHRA’s Youth and Education Services® (YES) Program reaches over 30,000 students annually to ignite their interest in automotive and racing related careers. NHRA’s streaming service, NHRA.tv®, allows fans to view all NHRA national events as well as exclusive features of the sport. In addition, NHRA owns and operates three racing facilities: Gainesville Raceway in Florida; Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park; and In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip in Southern California. For more information, log on to www.NHRA.com, or visit the official NHRA pages on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

George Siciliano Prepares for Biggest Motorsports Endeavor Yet with Kansas Speedway ARCA Start

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Official Release
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KANSAS CITY, Kan: Fresh off back-to-back ARCA Menards Series East starts at Hickory (N.C.) Motor Speedway and Rockingham (N.C.) Speedway earlier this month, famed content creator George Siciliano, better known in the online community as Squirrel McNutt, will make his ARCA Menards Series national debut in Saturday afternoon’s Tide 150 at Kansas Speedway.

Siciliano will pilot the No. 0 Heat Wave Visual Ford Fusion for Wayne Peterson Motorsports in alliance with Rette Jones Racing, continuing his transition from digital creator to race car driver while taking another significant step in his rapidly evolving motorsports journey.

The upcoming 100-lap contest at the 1.5-mile intermediate oval marks the latest challenge for Siciliano, who has steadily gained confidence behind the wheel through a variety of developmental measures and on-track competition while embracing the learning curve that comes with climbing the stock car racing ladder.

“This opportunity means a lot to me,” said Siciliano.

“Making my ARCA national debut at a place like Kansas Speedway is something I’m incredibly grateful for, and I can’t thank Mark Rette, Terry Jones and everyone at Wayne Peterson Motorsports and Rette Jones Racing enough for believing in me and giving me this chance.

“We’ve learned a ton over the past few races, and I’m continuing to get more comfortable every time I get in the car. Kansas is going to be a whole new challenge, but I’m excited for it and ready to keep learning.”

The good news for Siciliano is that the ARCA Menards Series will host an open four-hour practice session at the 1.5-mile Kansas Speedway on Friday morning, allowing teams ample opportunity to shake down their race cars in preparation for the first intermediate-track race of the 2026 ARCA Menards Series season.

For Siciliano, the additional track time could prove invaluable as he prepares to tackle one of the fastest and most demanding circuits of his young racing career.

With no prior experience at Kansas Speedway — or on a track larger than Rockingham Speedway’s 0.94-mile layout — the extended session will provide the rookie driver with a critical opportunity to acclimate himself to the track’s characteristics, build comfort behind the wheel, and work closely with his team before official practice begins later in the afternoon.

Siciliano’s recent East Series starts have provided a valuable foundation ahead of his national series debut, allowing him to gain firsthand experience in race conditions while sharpening his racecraft against seasoned competition.

“I’m really thankful we’ll have the extra practice time on Friday because I know how important every lap is going to be for me this weekend,” added Siciliano.

“Kansas is a completely new experience for me, not just because I’ve never raced there before, but because I’ve never competed on a track this big or this fast.

“Having those additional hours to learn the track, understand how the car reacts, and continue building confidence before official practice will be huge for our team and me.”

Fortunately for Siciliano, he will not have to navigate the weekend’s challenges alone, as fellow YouTube personality and close friend Cleetus McFarland will also be on hand competing in Saturday’s Tide 150 in a separate Rette Jones Racing entry.

While McFarland is also set to make his ARCA Menards Series debut this weekend at Kansas, he enters with prior intermediate-track experience, having competed at Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway in 2025, giving Siciliano a familiar face and valuable resources throughout the weekend.

“Having Cleetus there this weekend is definitely going to help settle some nerves,” Siciliano added. “Even though we’re both learning a lot this weekend, he’s already had experience on a bigger intermediate track at Charlotte, so having someone I trust and someone I’m close with to lean on throughout the weekend will be really valuable.

“It makes the whole experience a little less intimidating knowing I’ve got a friend right there going through it with me.”

Rette Jones Racing co-owner Mark Rette believes Siciliano’s development has been evident each time he climbs behind the wheel and expects the Kansas weekend to serve as another pivotal benchmark in his progression.

“George continues to impress us with his commitment and willingness to learn,” Rette said. “He’s taken every opportunity seriously, applied what he’s learned each time out and has shown steady improvement in a short amount of time.

“Kansas will be a new test for him with the speed and style of racing that intermediate tracks bring, but we believe he’s ready for the challenge and eager to see what he can do.”

Siciliano will continue to be supported by Heat Wave Visual, an independent, California-based eyewear brand founded in 2012, known for combining bold, customizable street-style aesthetics with functional, action-sports-oriented design.

They feature specialized, removable lenses and offer Z87+ safety-rated options, popular in automotive, motorcycle, and off-road, and outdoor cultures.

Pending his performance throughout the ARCA Menards Series weekend at Kansas Speedway, Siciliano is expected to receive approval to compete in the Alabama Manufactured Housing 200 at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway on April 25, 2026.

For more on George Siciliano, like him on Facebook (george.siciliano.1) and follow him on Instagram (@ls__george).

For more on Rette Jones Racing, please visit RetteJonesRacing.com, like them on Facebook (Rette Jones Racing), or follow them on Instagram (@RetteJones30) and X | Twitter (@RetteJones30).

The Tide 150 (100 laps | 150 miles) is the third of 20 races on the 2026 ARCA Menards Series schedule. Track activity begins on Fri., April 17, 2026, with an open practice session scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Event practice will follow later in the day with a 45-minute session from 4:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m., while group qualifying is slated to begin shortly thereafter at 5:00 p.m. The field will take the green flag shortly after 11:30 a.m. local (12:30 p.m. ET) on Saturday, April 18. The event will be televised live on FOX Sports 1 (FS1), with ARCARacing.com providing live timing and scoring coverage throughout the entire weekend festivities. All times are local (CT).

About Rette Jones Racing:

Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, Rette Jones Racing (RJR) was founded in 2015 with the vision of building a competitive racing organization grounded in hard work, preparation and a relentless, never-give-up attitude.

Owned by veteran racers Terry Jones and Mark Rette, RJR continues to expand its footprint across multiple platforms.

In 2026, the team plans to field a full-time entry in the ASA STARS National Tour, while also competing in the ARCA Menards Series and other motorsports disciplines as part of its continued growth and competitive expansion.

Beyond its on-track efforts, Rette Jones Racing provides technical and setup expertise through its technical alliance partnership program, supplying teams with engineering support, chassis consultation, and race-day insight designed to elevate performance and foster long-term success.

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