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Chandler Smith – No. 18 Charge Me Tundra TRD Pro Camping World Trucks Knoxville Preview

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Chandler Smith: Driver, No. 18 Charge Me Toyota

NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Overview:
Event: Clean Harbors 150, Race 13 of 23, 75 Laps – 40/50/60; 75 Miles
Location: Knoxville (Iowa) Raceway (half-mile dirt oval)
Date/Broadcast: June 18, 2022, at 9 p.m. ET on FS1, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR 90

Chandler Chatter:

Chandler Smith and the No. 18 Charge Me team head to Knoxville Raceway for Saturday’s Clean Harbors 150 looking to continue their charge to the top of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series regular season point standings. With his fifth-place finish at Sonoma Raceway, the talented teenager closed the gap on reigning Truck Series champion Ben Rhodes to just five points with four races remaining before the regular season champion is crowned. After a 21st-place finish at Darlington, Smith was 32 points behind Rhodes, but over the last five races Smith has narrowed the margin by posting an average finish of 5.6 compared to Rhodes average finish of 14.6 during that span.

Through the first 12 events of the season Smith ranks first among Truck Series regulars in average finish (8.8) and quality passes (509), third in driver rating (101.0), average starting position (7.8) and average running position (9.007) and fourth in fastest laps run (70). He has produced one win, 96 laps led, six top-five and nine top-10 finishes in his sophomore campaign. With 11 races remaining this season, Smith has already matched the number of top-five and top-10 finishes he had in 2021.

In last year’s inaugural race at Knoxville, Smith was out front for 71 laps and managed to hold off the ultra-aggressive field for the first two NASCAR overtime periods, but when a quick caution slowed the field during the third overtime period, NASCAR ruled that Austin Hill had narrowly edged past Smith giving Hill the preferred lane choice for the fourth and final overtime. Smith got knocked back two spots on the ensuing restart but made a three-wide pass coming the white flag to get back into the runner up spot, where he would end the event.

Last week’s race at Sonoma was the 19-year-old drivers 50th career NASCAR Camping World Truck Series start. Across his first 25 starts he posted and average finish of 15.24 with no wins, nine top-five and 11 top-10 finishes. Across his last 25 starts the talented wheelman has posted an average finish of 11.6 with three wins, 11 top-five and 16 top-10 finishes.

The Georgia driver earned NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Rookie of the Year honors in 2021 and finished eighth in the championship standings after producing two victories, one pole, 213 laps led, six top-five and nine top-10 finishes in his first full-time season. He earned his first career Truck Series victory at Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway in September and in the series finale at Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway earned his first career pole and swept all three stages en route to his second victory.

In addition to his Truck Series schedule in 2022, Smith is competing in a three-race schedule with Sam Hunt Racing (SHR). Smith finished 38th in his series debut at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway after a mid-race wreck and finished 21st at Dover (Del.) Motor Speedway. His final race with SHR will come Oct. 22 at Homestead-Miami (Fla.) Speedway.

Veteran crew chief Danny Stockman will once again call the shots for Smith and the No. 18 team in 2022. Stockman’s drivers have produced six victories at KBM across his first two seasons, including two with Smith behind the wheel in 2021. The veteran crew chief captured a Truck Series championship with Austin Dillon in 2011 and also won an Xfinity Series championship with Dillon in 2013. Stockman’s drivers have an average finish of 15.0 across four starts on dirt tracks with Smith’s runner-up finish at Knoxville last year being the best result.

Charge Me will serve as the primary sponsor on the No. 18 Tundra TRD Pro Saturday. Charge Me was founded on the principle that the electric vehicle (EV) revolution will require robust infrastructure support at all levels. Charge Me will return as the primary sponsor for two more races this season: (June 18), Pocono (Pa.) Raceway (July 23) and Richmond (Va.) Raceway (Aug. 13). Safelite, the nation’s largest provider of vehicle glass repair, replacement and recalibration services will serve as an associate sponsor on the bedtop of Smith’s Toyota Saturday and for 16 races as a primary sponsor in 2022.

Chandler Smith, Driver Q&A:
After being so close to winning at Knoxville last year is this one you’ve had circled on your calendar this year?
“For sure, I was really emotional after that race and felt like I got that one stolen from me, so that’s one that has been circled on my list to go back there and get some redemption. They had a really cool trophy last year and I wanted it pretty bad, so hopefully they have the same trophy this year. Really looking forward to slinging some mud this weekend in my Charge Me Tundra TRD Pro.”

Do you feel like the race will be as aggressive as it was last year?
“Unfortunately, I’m thinking it’s going to be a lot worse than last year and last year was really bad. We’re bigger picture racing this year, the regular season championship is our main priority right now. We don’t want to put ourselves in any bad situations where we end up losing a bunch of points.”

You had a really strong race at Knoxville last year, how were you able to have such a fast Tundra?
“I think it was a combination of Danny (Stockman, crew chief) and the guys on the No. 18 team preparing a really fast truck and that it seemed to really fit my driving style. Especially, after it slicked off, it drove a lot like a Friday night Super Late Model race on a short track somewhere in America. That’s kind of my background and that’s where I’m from, so it definitely swung my way a little bit. Also, the tire strategy we did at the very end where after the track rubbered up, we stayed out and our tires started slicking off and helped our speed. On the short run and especially on restarts it was really hard to take off because we didn’t have any traction on the dirt. If I could get clear from everybody, I was able to take off, so that’s something that me and my crew chief Danny Stockman has talked about already heading into this year’s race.”
Chandler Smith Career Highlights:

  • Across 50 career NASCAR Camping World Truck Series starts has recorded three wins, 402 laps led, 20 top-five and 27 top-10 finishes resulting in an average finish of 13.4.
  • Earned NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Rookie of the Year honors in 2021 and finished eighth in the championship standings after producing two victories, one pole, 213 laps led, six top-five and nine top-10 finishes in his first full-time season. He earned his first career Truck Series victory at Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway in September and in the series finale at Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway earned his first career pole and swept all three stages en route to his second victory.
  • Has posted an average finish of 29.5 across two NASCAR Xfinity Series starts in 2022, with a best result of 22nd coming at Dover (Del.) Motor Speedway.
  • Has collected nine wins, 10 poles, 1783 laps led, 22 top-five and 29 top-10 finishes en route to an average finish of 5.4 across 34 career ARCA Menards Series starts.

Chandler Smith’s No. 18 Charge Me Tundra:

KBM-52: The No. 18 Charge Me team will unload KBM-52 for Saturday’s race at the Knoxville. It is the same Toyota that Smith picked up his first career Truck Series victory with last September on the concrete track at Bristol. In its most recent outing, Smith finished 19th with KBM-52 in the Bristol Dirt Race in April.

KBM-52 Performance Profile
KBM Notes of Interest:

  • In last year’s inaugural race at Knoxville, KBM’s three trucks combined for an average finish of 7.0 with Smith producing a team-best runner-up finish. Brian Brown finished eighth in his Truck Series debut.
  • KBM drivers have won three times on dirt tracks. Martin Truex Jr. won the inaugural race on the dirt at Bristol Motor Speedway in 2021, while Bubba Wallace (2014) and Christopher Bell (2015) each scored victories at Eldora Speedway.
  • KBM holds the Camping World Truck Series records for most career wins (95) and most wins in a single season (14 in 2014). With his victory at Atlanta (Ga.) Motor Speedway, Corey Heim became the 18th different driver to win a Truck Series event for KBM. In addition to collecting a series-record seven Owner’s Championships, the organization has produced two championship-winning drivers: Erik Jones (2015) and Christopher Bell (2017).
  • The No. 18, the number which was on the first Tundra that went to victory lane for KBM in 2010, has 24 career victories.

Zane Smith Ready to Kick Up Dirt with Boot Barn

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Looking to Add Fourth Win in 2022

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (June 14, 2022) – Zane Smith heads into the Knoxville (Iowa) Raceway leading the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series playoff standings with only four races left in the 2022 regular season.

This weekend Smith will welcome partner, Boot Barn, for their first of three primary races with Smith and the Front Row Motorsports (FRM) truck program. Boot Barn will also adorn the truck on the road course at Mid-Ohio and the famed Indianapolis Raceway Park in July.

As the largest western and work wear retailer in the nation, Boot Barn offers the largest assortment of cowboy boots, work boots, western wear, work wear, western-inspired fashion, and outdoor gear in the nation. Smith has already been active with Boot Barn, displaying the western and work wear lifestyle on social media.

“It’s been fun working with Boot Barn,” said Smith. “We are seeing fans at store events, and it is cool to have that interaction with the fans. Winning for Boot Barn is what I want to do. That will be cool to do with them and all their customers.”

This weekend at Knoxville will be Smith’s second time racing at the dirt track facility. With a 14th-place finish in last year’s event and two top-10 finishes on the dirt at Bristol, Smith feels confident the No. 38 team is prepared for the challenge.

“Last year at Knoxville was a steep learning curve for every team,” Smith stated. “This No. 38 team has always been strong on the dirt and came away with a top-five finish last year. I feel confident that my guys are prepared for whatever comes our way this weekend and hopefully we can park it in Victory Lane for our first dirt win.”

The Boot Barn team hits the dirt at Knoxville Raceway on Saturday at 9:00 PM. ET on FS1

ABOUT FRONT ROW MOTORSPORTS

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

DXDT Readies to Defend Win on Home Turf at VIRginia International Raceway

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STATESVILLE, N.C., (June 14, 2022) – After enduring a blistering hot weekend last month in New Orleans, the competitors of the Fanatec GT World Challenge America powered by AWS head northeast this weekend for rounds five and six of the championship, to be hosted at VIRginia International Raceway (VIR). The No. 63 and No. 08 DXDT Racing Mercedes AMG GT3 cars seek to defend the team’s 2021 win and double-podium weekend June 17-19.

The field will again be faced with hot temperatures, as current weather predictions for the four days on track look to hit the high 80s and 90s in Alton, Virginia. After the heated previous rounds, the team will be well prepared and warmed up, and ready for action. The hot and humid weather will be no surprise for the DXDT Racing squad, as the team is headquartered in Statesville, North Carolina, about 130 miles southwest of the circuit, located near Alton, Virginia. The circuit sits less than half a mile from the North Carolina/Virginia state border, and boasts 17 turns across 3.27 exciting, flowing miles. With iconic turns such as the Climbing Esses, Oak Tree, and South Bend, VIR never fails to deliver exciting racing activity when the competitive GT World Challenge series visits.

Twenty entries are slated to participate in the weekend’s two headlining races, with the DXDT Racing driver pairings of David Askew and Dirk Muller and Scott Smithson and Bryan Sellers competing against twelve other cars in the class. Most competitors will load into the event early, looking to take advantage of private track days before the event officially begins with a pair of practice sessions on Friday, June 17.

The Am-rated drivers will qualify for race one Saturday morning at 9:00 AM ET, followed by the Pro-ranked drivers qualifying to set the starting positions for race two at 9:20 AM. Race one will begin Saturday afternoon at 2:15 PM, followed by race two at 1:15 PM on Sunday afternoon. All qualifying and race sessions for GT World Challenge America will air live on YouTube.com/GTWorld.

DRIVER QUOTES

David Askew | No. 63 USALCO Mercedes AMG GT3

Now we are into the long stretch of summer racing and VIR in June can be hot and muggy. After the heat and humidity of New Orleans, DXDT will be ready! I’ve never had too much problem with heat, meaning I’ve never paid much attention to its effect on performance – until NOLA. My goodness, it was all I could to keep focused as the seemingly never-ending stint wore on. All the drivers complained so we’ve upgraded things in the “driver comfort” area. Personally, I’m looking forward to VIR; it’s one of the prettiest tracks we visit. Very old school and very demanding. A fan favorite and always a big turn-out. The only place where cars go faster on the grass than on the track!

Dirk Müller | No. 63 USALCO Mercedes AMG GT3

I’m really looking forward to VIR. It’s definitely close to being one of my favorite tracks in North America, which is obviously Road America. On the No. 63, we had a rough weekend in NOLA, and we want to keep everything behind us. All in all, we showed a good performance over the weekend, and the No. 08 car was close to the first podium of the season. That’s going to be the big goal for this round in VIR. David and I want to be on the podium. We will be working hard. I’m super proud of everyone on the team, working on our two cars together, and getting the maximum out of it. I’m looking forward to it. We have two test days coming up, and I hope we can have a good start into the weekend.

Scott Smithson | No. 08 Qelo Mercedes AMG GT3

I’m looking forward to coming back to VIR. It’s the first familiar track of the season for me. This year has been a big learning experience for me, and we’ve have had some struggles due to my inexperience, but we are figuring it all out. I believe Bryan and I will be fighting for a podium this weekend. The car is getting better every weekend, and I am starting to feel comfortable with the Mercedes AMG GT3.

Bryan Sellers | No. 08 Qelo Mercedes AMG GT3

VIR is a special track/facility. One of the things that separates VIR from most other circuits are the people and their constant commitment to improvement. Whether that’s related to track items or constant improvement of the community around them. I love being able to race there in front of a great and knowledgeable crowd. We showed a lot of improvement from Sonoma to NOLA, VIR would be a great place for the team to get their first podiums of the season.

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ABOUT DXDT RACING
DXDT Racing is a high-performance sports car racing team founded in 2014 by team principal David Askew and located in Statesville, N.C. The Team’s primary focus is GT3 and Touring Car racing in North America. DXDT is a provider of turnkey racing support and delivers customized racing solutions for its clients and sponsors. DXDT is a performance-driven team comprised of highly experienced racing professionals capable of delivering wins and championships, including ten wins in GT World Challenge and a Rookie of the Year in 2020 alone. Follow the team on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook for race season updates.

About USALCO
USALCO is the premier manufacturer of Aluminum based chemicals for industrial and municipal markets. USALCO® is the leader in potable as well as industrial water and wastewater treatment chemistry. We are well-known for high quality and low cost alumina chemical applications, such as products for the manufacture of catalysts, titanium dioxide and molecular sieves. With over 60 years of experience in manufacturing coagulants, USALCO’s extensive product line includes our industry leading brands DelPAC®, AlcoPAC®, and Delta-Floc®. USALCO has 27 manufacturing locations, as well as its own dedicated fleet of trucks, ready to service needs anywhere in North America.

About Qelo
Qelo is a seasoned land development firm, founded and managed by experienced partners who hold over 50 years combined experience in real estate investment and capital management. The firm’s varied projects range from land development, vertical construction, and land banking. Qelo focuses on a portfolio of diversified projects throughout the ever-expanding Utah market and across the Intermountain West – this focus allows the firm to strategically select high-quality short-term and long-term projects to take advantage of a rapidly expanding economy within the region.

For more information, visit www.qelocapital.com.

Loni Unser Set for Pikes Peak Debut

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Looking to add to family legacy in the 100th “Race to the Clouds”

Colorado Springs, Colo. (14 June 2022) – With 156 turns in 12.42-miles, nearly 5,000 feet of elevation gain, a range of different surfaces, and a high-intensity one at a time format, there is nothing in motorsport like the challenge of the Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC). This month, young Loni Unser will look to add to her famous family’s outstanding record in the annal event as she is set to contest the 100th running of the “Race to the Clouds” June 26.

Unser, who raced to victory in World Racing League (WRL) on board the No. 701 Hagerty Porsche Cayman in March, will move to a different Porsche platform as she climbs on board the No. 92 Hagerty/Yokohama/Mobil 1/Pep Boys Porsche Cayman GT4 Clubsport to compete in the Porsche Pikes Peak Trophy division.

Her debut will mark the 4th generation of Unser to compete on the mountain that includes sections like “Devil’s Playground” and “Bottomless Pit”

The Unser name is nearly synonymous with the Pikes Peak event, with the family having first competing in 1926 with Louis and Joe Unser. Louis set a course record in 1934, and the Unsers added more success as Al Sr., Robert W. (Bobby), Al Jr, and Robb Unser all took to the challenge.

An Unser claimed victory every year from 1958 to 1962, with Bobby setting new records before setting a fast time of 13:19:100 in an Arciero Bros Racing Lotus 23 in 1964.

In 1997 both Louis and Bobby were inducted into the Pikes Peak Hall of Fame, and most recently, Al Sr. joined them in 2020. While Unser is the only female in her division this year, she’s not the first female Unser to take on Pikes Peak. Jeri Unser—daughter of Bobby and his wife Norma, taking rookie of the year in 1998 before winning the electric car division in 2003.

“Pikes Peak is a completely different race than anything I’ve ever done and I could not be more excited to make the most of this opportunity,” said Unser, who regularly races in WRL competition with Round 3 Racing. “Of course it is a really special place for our family, and I am really grateful to have the chance to compete there this month. I know I will be learning so much in a short period of time, but I hope all the preparation and tips from my family pay off!”

PPIHC will begin practice and qualifying on Tuesday, 21 June, leading up to the race on Sunday, 26 June.

The green flag will drop at the 100th running of the race at 7:30 am (MDT). Tune in on Pike Peak Live, powered by Mobil 1 on Mobil 1’s Facebook; coverage starts at 7 am (MDT) to watch Unser make her way to the clouds. You can also listen live on PPIHC Race Day Radio on KRDO; 1240AM, 105.5, or 92.5FM (https://krdo.com/radio/). Live timing is available at PPIHC.org.

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Nolan Siegel Joins Jr III Racing for Sahlen’s Six Hours of The Glen

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Mooresville, NC (14 June 2022) – Jr III Racing has completed its roster for the Sahlen’s Six Hours of The Glen, round three of the IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup with the addition of rising Road to Indy star Nolan Siegel. The driver duo of Garett Grist and Ari Balogh will be joined by Siegel in the No. 30 Airbnb Ligier JS P320 on June 26 for the annual six hour classic.

The up-and-coming open-wheel driver made his IMSA WeatherTech debut earlier this year in the renowned Rolex 24 At Daytona where he raced to a sixth place finish in the LMP3 category.

Last season Siegel competed in four IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge races in the GS category which saw the young racer take a best finish of sixth at Lime Rock Park as well as getting his first run at Watkins Glen International.

Siegel will continue to add to his racing resume having already clinched the 2018 SimRaceway F3 championship. The 18 year old racer currently competes in the Indy Pro 2000 Championship where he has claimed two wins, two poles and two additional podium finishes so far in the 2022 season.

Before joining the Indy Pro 2000 ranks, Siegel began in karting and worked his way through the USF2000 Championship from 2019 to 2021 which saw him score his first victory at the New Jersey Motorsports Park last season.

The Sahlen’s Six Hours of The Glen will be Siegel’s second race at Watkins Glen International as he looks forward to returning to an LMP3 car in the midst of his Indy Pro 2000 season.

“I’m really excited to start with Jr III at Watkins Glen,” said Siegel. “It will be my first race with the team and we had a successful test there. I’m really thankful Ari and Billy (Glavin, Jr III Team Owner) have given me the opportunity to drive with the team, and it will be a pleasure working with them this weekend.”

Jr III Racing has continued to grow its program to maintain campaigns in both the IMSA Prototype Challenge series as well as the championship-leading IMSA WeatherTech program.

“I’m really excited to bring Nolan on,” said Glavin. “He did great at Daytona in the Mühlner car, and he knows Garett (Grist) from his open wheel days. Obviously with him winning at St. Pete and at Barber this year, it showed that he’s definitely got the pace we need. He has IMSA experience in the LMP3 as well as Watkins Glen experience in GT4, so we thought it’d be a good fit. We tested with him last week, and he fit right in with the team, had a great attitude and was comfortable in the car. Good pace, and we’re looking forward to seeing what he can do.”

The Sahlen’s Six Hours of The Glen will be the second endurance event for Jr III Racing in the 2022 IMSA WeatherTech season. Having skipped out on the first endurance round at Daytona, Jr III Racing came back strong at the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring which saw the team score a second place finish.

Siegel will team up with Jr III Racing for the Sahlen’s Six Hours of The Glen on Sunday, June 26 which is set for a green flag start at 10:40am ET.

Entenmann’s® Donuts Promotes Dads of Glory with JTG Daugherty Racing at Nashville

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Ricky Stenhouse Jr.’s No. 47 Camaro features Entenmann’s Donuts promotion with an in-car camera and in-race billboard on NBC as $50,000 and free donuts are on the line.

Harrisburg, N.C. (June 14, 2022) – – Entenmann’s Donuts cleverly created an ultimate way to celebrate Dads and Father Figures with “Dads of Glory: A Father Figure Showcase” at DadsofGlory.com. The contest is being showcased on Ricky Stenhouse Jr.’s No. 47 Camaro ZL1 at Nashville Superspeedway on June 26th and $50,000 is up for grabs along with free donuts.

“We can’t think of a sweeter way to celebrate Father’s Day than by helping our fans honor the dads and father figures, regardless of gender, that have helped inspire them,” said Jason Amar, Director of Marketing at Entenmann’s. “We are so excited to have Ricky’s support to promote this program and help us recognize all father figures that have made a positive impact in our fans’ lives.”

Stenhouse Jr. recently mentioned how easy it is for consumers to enter the contest. Simply share a video clip at DadsofGlory.com to showcase why your dad or father figure is a Dad of Glory across one of five Dad-egories that include: Dad Humor, Dad Feats, Dad Engineering, Dad Fashion and Dad Love.

“This is a simple and fun way to honor your father or father figure in your life,” said Stenhouse Jr. “This promotion makes me think of all the times my dad worked so hard to give me and family the opportunity to live a good life and get me to a place to where I was able to be successful at racing. It’s special to look back at all the hard work he put into my racing career. Because of him, I put the same work ethic into my craft.”

The DadsofGlory.com contest has really stirred up some good memories that Stenhouse Jr. and his father have shared through the years.

“He’s someone I look up to and I remember all the times riding dirt bikes together every Sunday after church,” said Stenhouse Jr. “I remember him getting my first go-kart right in the foyer for Christmas and us going to the racetrack and basically saying I was six years old so I could race when I was actually five. I almost messed it up because I would be at the counter telling them I wasn’t six.

“I remember when I won my first stock car race in ARCA (2008) and we climbed the fence to meet each other at the top of it,” continued Stenhouse Jr. “For my first Sprint car win, he jumped on the side of the race car and we did a victory lap together. There are a lot of cool moments we’ve shared, but just getting to spend time together is the best.”

Speaking of spending time together, Entenmann’s is making sure fans have an opportunity to meet Stenhouse Jr. On Friday, June 24th the Olive Branch, Mississippi native is appearing at the Kroger store located at 1418 West Main Street, Lebanon, Tennessee kicking off at 11 AM Central for a meet and greet/autograph session.

“Entenmann’s is fully engaged with the race team using their racing assets to its full potential,” Stenhouse Jr. said. “It’s makes me happy to see their excitement and engagement with the team and our fans like they do. I’m looking forward to seeing our fans.”

Live coverage of the Ally 400 at Nashville Superspeedway on Sunday, June 26th begins at 4 PM Central/5 PM Eastern on NBC, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.

About Entenmann’s® Bakery

Entenmann’s history dates back more than 120 years to 1898 when William Entenmann opened his first bakery in Brooklyn, New York. By the 1960s the company was selling delicious donuts throughout the New York metropolitan area; by the 1970s it began selling nationwide. Today, Entenmann’s markets over 100 different baked goods in the U.S., producing more than one billion donuts annually – one of which is the #1-best-selling classic Entenmann’s Rich Frosted Donut introduced in 1973.

About Bimbo Bakeries USA

Bimbo Bakeries USA (BBU) is a leader in the baking industry, known for its category leading brands, innovative products, freshness and quality. Our team of 20,000+ U.S. associates operates more than 50 manufacturing locations in the United States. Over 11,000 distribution routes deliver our leading brands such as Arnold®, Artesano™, Ball Park®, Bimbo®, Boboli®, Brownberry®, Entenmann’s®, Little Bites®, Marinela®, Mrs Baird’s®, Oroweat®, Sara Lee®, Stroehmann® and Thomas’®. BBU is owned by Mexico’s Grupo Bimbo, S.A.B de C.V., the world’s largest baking company with operations in 33 countries.

Tony Stewart Racing: Bristol NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals Advance

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Leah Pruett & Matt Hagan
Top Fuel | Funny Car
NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals
June 17-19 | Bristol, Tennessee

Event Overview

Friday, June 17 (Nitro Qualifying, streamed live on NHRA.TV)

● Nitro qualifying session (Q1): 8:00 p.m. EDT

Saturday, June 18 (Nitro Qualifying, streamed live on NHRA.TV)

● Nitro qualifying session (Q2): 2:30 p.m. EDT
● Nitro qualifying session (Q3): 5:30 p.m. EDT

Sunday, June 19 (Nitro Eliminations, streamed live on NHRA.TV)

● Round 1: 12 p.m. EDT
● Round 2: 2 p.m. EDT
● Semi-Finals: 3:30 p.m. EDT
● Finals: 5 p.m. EDT

TV coverage

● Friday, June 17: Qualifying show (8 p.m. EDT on FS1)
● Saturday, June 18: Qualifying show (11 p.m. EDT on FS1)
● Sunday, June 19: Finals show (3 p.m. EDT on FOX)

Notes of Interest

● The NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at Bristol (Tenn.) Dragway hosts the ninth event on the NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series’ 22-race calendar. Tony Stewart Racing (TSR) brings its two fulltime entries – one in Top Fuel for nine-time event winner Leah Pruett and one in Funny Car for three-time Funny Car champion Matt Hagan.

● Pruett and Hagan come into Bristol representing Mobil 1 and TruHarvest Farms, respectively. Pruett’s Top Fuel dragster carries the colors of Mobil 1, the world’s leading synthetic motor oil brand. Meanwhile, Hagan’s Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Funny Car is emblazoned with TruHarvest Farms, Southwest Virginia’s largest producer of hemp-based products. TruHarvest Farms was founded in 2019 by Hagan. Sourced from its Christiansburg, Virginia location, TruHarvest Harms offers a comprehensive line of high-quality, hemp-derived CBD products that promote general health and wellness for individuals seeking an alternative to medications and supplements.

● The NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals will mark Pruett’s 180th career Top Fuel start and her ninth at Bristol. For Hagan, the NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals will be his 302nd career Funny Car start and his 13th at Bristol.

● Pruett is looking for her first victory at the Thunder Valley Nationals. She has advanced to the finals once at Bristol in 2017, where her 3.881 ET at 307.09 mph run was bested by Clay Millican (3.825 ET at 316.38 mph). Pruett is seeking her first No. 1 qualifier at Bristol.

● Hagan enters Bristol as Funny Car’s most recent winner. The Christiansburg, Virginia-native scored his 42nd career win June 5 in the NHRA New England Nationals at New England Dragway in Epping, New Hampshire. The victory was Hagan’s fourth win in the last five NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series events at Epping (2017, 2018, 2019 and 2022).

● Hagan’s win at Epping expanded his lead in the Funny Car championship standing to 41 points over his nearest pursuer, Robert Hight.

● Hagan has one career win at Bristol in 2015 (4.164 ET at 303.23 mph) when he defeated Ron Capps (4.186 ET at 307.02 mph). He also advanced to the finals in 2016, but his 4.030 ET at 317.57 mph run fell short of the one from Tommy Johnson Jr. (4.038 ET at 313.22 mph). Hagan is seeking his first No. 1 qualifier at the event.

● Hagan is the current track record holder at Bristol for speed with a run of 330.34 mph, a mark he set on Oct. 16, 2021.

● DYK? Bristol Dragway is a 30,000 capacity drag racing facility located next to Bristol Motor Speedway. It was originally built in 1965, making 2022 its 57th anniversary. It is often called “Thunder Valley” due to the acoustics created by its location between two mountains. This season marks the first time all four NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series classes – Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycle – have appeared together at Thunder Valley during the same weekend.

Leah Pruett, Driver of the Mobil 1 Top Fuel Dragster

With Bristol Dragway being located between two mountains, is that what makes the track so special?

“Experiencing a nitro race at Bristol is like none other. It might be a two-wide track, but it sounds and feels like a four-wide track with how intense the sounds of our Dodge HEMIs are firing off in the valley, echoing off the mountains. The pro pits are very close to the entire length of the track, with the main grandstands on the opposite side, so there’s not a time where you’re not feeling and hearing the action as if you’re on the line.”

How critical is lane choice at Bristol Dragway?

“Lane choice has been crucial in the past, for different reasons in different classes. A problematic area in one lane may give challenges to fuel cars, where pro stock sees challenges elsewhere. We know there have been some recent, great efforts to supply us with the smoothest surface possible, and I feel good about what we have to work with.”

How does Bristol’s unique environment affect the car’s tuning and setup?

“It’s no secret Bristol Dragway has some unique racing surface characteristics, which makes this even more of a tuner’s race when it comes to navigating where and when power is added in regard to the conditions.”

Matt Hagan, Driver of the TruHarvest Farms Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Funny Car

With Bristol Dragway being located between two mountains, is that what makes the track so special?

“Rolling into Bristol is always a special weekend for me because it’s usually on Father’s Day weekend. A lot of family and friends come out to the track, so when you can win there, it’s a big race. The last time I won it, it was probably one of my most emotional races. I had my kids and my dad there for Father’s Day. I’d love to be able to do that again. It’s close to home, so I grew up with a lot of the same people watching at local drag strips. You want to be able to put on a show for everyone. I’m excited to get to Bristol. It’s only two hours away from my house, so hopefully we can keep the momentum going and get those win lights turned on again.”

How critical is lane choice at Bristol Dragway?

“Lane choice is very critical at Bristol Dragway. In the past, each lane has performed a little different from the other, so being able to run the faster time and pick your lane is important.”

How does Bristol’s unique environment affect the car’s tuning and setup?

“We’re at a little bit of altitude at Bristol with the elevation being almost 1,500 feet. It’s not near the altitude conditions that we’ll see soon in Denver. There will be a little more compression, but I don’t see the Bristol altitude being an issue. The biggest factor we’ve had there is hot temperatures, so when it gets really warm, those are the conditions we struggle with.”

Sir Purr Roars To Mascot Mayhem Victory In Cook Out Summer Shootout Opener

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Carolina Panthers mascot Sir Purr leads Charlotte Motor Speedway's Lug Nut and the NASCAR Hall of Fame's Champ the Cheetah during Cook Out Summer Shootout action on Monday night at Charlotte Motor Speedway. (John Davison/CMS photo)
  • Sir Purr, the Carolina Panthers’ mascot, claimed victory in the Mascot Mayhem go-kart race as part of Monday night’s opener to the Cook Out Summer Shootout at Charlotte Motor Speedway
  • Jordan Black (Pro), Doug Stevens (Masters), Jadyn Daniels (Semi-Pro) and Carson Haislip (Young Lions) were among feature winners in the first of 10 nights of racing on Charlotte’s frontstretch quarter-mile

CONCORD, N.C. (June 13, 2022) – Charlotte Motor Speedway’s 29th season of Cook Out Summer Shootout action kicked off on Monday night, with Legend Car and Bandolero feature races joining an action-packed Mascot Mania go-kart race on the frontstretch quarter-mile oval.

The fur-flying field was stacked with talent as Charlotte-area mascots Lug Nut, Chubby, Sir Purr, Champ, Homer, Minty and Boomer put the pedal to the metal to determine mascot supremacy. Lug Nut, the world’s fastest mascot, took third as Sir Purr took the checkered flag following five laps of no-holds-barred mascot mayhem.

An eventful night of competition continued with Bandolero and Legend Car features among seven different divisions.

The Young Lions showed their skills on Monday, as Carson Haislip took the checkered flag following a spectacular feature event.

“Man, I just kept telling myself to hold my line and then not worry what’s out back,” Haislip said. “I knew he was coming and I knew I had to play some strategy there and we were able to come home. This is my first ever win here, so this is amazing.”

In the VP Racing Semi-Pro division, it was all Jadyn Daniels in the feature.

“I think we can only go up from here, so I am super excited for this year and hopefully we can get some more wins,” Daniels said.

The Masters division winner didn’t have to shake off too much rust, as Doug Stevens started the season with a win.

“I have been working on these things forever and been out of the seat for a little while, but when I switched these tires it is a completely different feel and I think I always got that niche for that radial tire,” Steves said.

Wrapping up the competition was the Boston Reid & Company Pro division, which saw past Pro champion Jordan Black add another victory to his resume.

“It feels like home, you know. It has been probably 11 months since I have been out here,” Black said.

The high-speed fun continues Tuesday as colorfully decorated, five-ton school buses will fly through the infield in a contest to see which local school principal has the biggest need for speed.

Top 5 in each division of Monday’s races:

Beginner Bandoleros:

#5 Bryson Murphy, #2 Wyatt Coffey, #9 Jack Smith, #1 Gavin Holland, #38 Aidan Zschiedrich

Bandit:

#2 Hudson Canipe, #31 Darren Krantz Jr, #17 Ben Morabito, #24 Bryson Brinkley, #23 Beckham Malone

Outlaw:

#79 Neal Dulin, #19 Kaeden Ballos, #22 Randy Phillips, #06 Olivia Murray, #81 Hunter Jordan

VP Racing Semi-Pro:

#24 Jadyn Daniels, #28 Carson Brown, #64 Lucas Vera, #9C Michael Crafton, #82 Connor Zilisch

Master:

#77 Doug Stevens, #72 Robbie Woodall, #12 Robby Faggart, #58 Carl Cormier, #81 Lee Jordan

Boston Reid & Company Pro:

#14 Jordan Black, #67 Cameron Bolin, #71 Jake Bollman, #06 Garrett Lowe, #99 Landen Lewis

TICKETS:
Entry is $10 for adults, $5 with a student I.D. or school spirit clothing, and kids 12 and under are FREE. Tickets can be purchased at the gate, by calling 800-455-FANS or online at www.charlottemotorspeedway.com/tickets .

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Sports Database for the MLB: Get Great Statistics Information

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Do you love baseball? Do you want to know more about the players and their statistics? If so, then you need a sports database for the MLB. In this blog post, we will discuss how to get amazing information from sports databases. We will also focus on the MLB specifically. Baseball fans will love having access to all of this data!

What Is a Sports Database?

A sports database is a website or online application that stores data about sports teams, players, and games. This data can include statistics, standings, rosters, and schedules.

Why Do You Need One for the MLB?

Sports databases are used by sports fans, media outlets, and even professional teams to track information about the league. The MLB has its own sports database called Baseball-Reference.com. This site includes information on every player who has ever played in the MLB, as well as every game that has been played.

How Do I Choose a Sports Database?

There are a few things to consider when choosing a sports database. First, you need to decide what sport you want to follow. There are databases for just about every sport, from baseball to football to hockey.

Once you’ve decided on a sport, you need to choose which features are important to you. Some databases offer more information than others. Finally, you need to consider the price. Some sports databases are free, while others require a subscription.

Whether you’re a sports fan or just looking for some statistics, a sports database is a great resource. With so many options available, you’re sure to find one that meets your needs.

Ways to Utilize Database Statistics.

The great thing about a high-quality sports database is that it can be used for work or play. Here are some ideas:

  • If you work in sports media, you can use a sports database to find information on players and teams.
  • You can use a sports database to help you make decisions in your fantasy baseball league.
  • You can use a sports database to improve your knowledge of the game.
  • You can use a sports database to find out more about your favorite team or player.
  • You can use a sports database to settle a bet with a friend.

As you can see, there are many ways to use a sports database. No matter what your interest in baseball may be, you can find a way to use a sports database to your advantage.

What Are Some of the Best Sports Databases?

Now that you know what sports databases are and how to use them, you’re probably wondering which ones are the best. Here are some of our favorites:

  • MLB’s Baseball-Reference.com: This site includes information on every player who has ever played in the MLB, as well as every game that has been played.
  • ESPN’s sports database: This site is a great resource for sports fans. It includes news, standings, statistics, and more.
  • OSBD Sports’ sports database: This site offers a variety of features for sports fans, including standings, statistics, and fantasy baseball advice.

How Can Sports Databases Help Improve Your Fandom?

In short, a sports database is a valuable resource for any baseball fan. A sports database can help improve your knowledge of baseball in several ways. Here are just a few ways that you can improve your knowledge.

Player Statistics.

First, you can use it to look up player statistics. This information can help you understand the game better and make more informed decisions when watching or betting on games.

Game Schedules.

You can also use a sports database to find out when and where games are being played. This way, you can plan your viewing schedule around the games that you want to see.

Team Statistics.

Sports databases also allow you to get information on how your team is doing. This includes standings, statistics, comparisions, and news. This way, you can stay up-to-date on your team’s performance and make sure that you’re always rooting for them to win!

Current News.

Finally, sports databases often include news stories about teams and players. This information can help keep you up-to-date on what’s going on with your favorite team or player.

Betting advice.

If you’re a sports fan who likes to bet on games, a sports database can be a valuable resource. You can use it to find out information about players and teams, as well as get the latest news and betting advice.

Play Ball!

In conclusion, sports databases are a great way to improve your knowledge of baseball. They offer a wealth of information that can be used to improve your understanding of the game. So what are you waiting for? Start using a sports database today!

How do sports databases help improve your fandom? Let us know in the comments below. And don’t forget to check out our other blog posts for more great information on all things baseball. Thanks for reading!

Ebike or Moped Bike, Which is best?

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Except for cars, have you ever wondered about buying yourself a relatively economical and convenient vehicle to commute to or helping you run some errands? A couple of choices to consider could be an electric bike or a moped bike. 

Choosing between them could be very confusing especially when it is the first time you buy an Ebike or moped. With that considered, this article will provide you with some information about the moped and Ebike to help you find the one which suits you the most.

A moped bike is a two-wheel vehicle that is similar to a scooter or small motorcycle and is defined as a low-powered motorcycle that has a maximum speed of 28mph and an engine capacity no greater than 50cc. In most countries, if you have a legal driver’s license, then you can legally drive them on the road. 

Mopeds aren’t always subjected to strict regulations that most larger vehicles need to obey, but they cannot go faster than 50km/h and they often need a license plate and they will require fuel. The laws that regulate the use of mopeds will vary from country to country.

An electric bike (Ebike) is a bike that has an electric motor and is more similar to riding a regular bike, but the Ebike is more comfortable and versatile than a regular bike. Although Ebikes are cheaper than moped bikes, electric bikes can represent more of an investment because of the motor and the rechargeable batteries. More importantly, they don’t need a license and are most of the time not subjected to strict regulations. 

While the laws that regulate the Ebikes will vary, Ebikes are still an excellent choice for moving around the town. Compared with mopeds, inexpensive e-bikes are slower in speed, but they are more efficient. 

While both moped bikes and inexpensive e-bikes are both excellent choices to consider, as of today’s state-of-the-art vehicles, Ebikes are safer and less expensive and are more often allowed in places such as parks and other areas restricted to moped bikes.

Now next, let’s look at the main differences concerning aspects such as safety, fitness, initial investment and cost, and laws to help you make a good choice.

Safety is the priority. Even though you know the road in your community perfectly, getting on the road can always involve a degree of danger.

Ebikes are allowed to ride on bicycle paths and trails with barely any faster vehicles, while moped bikes are often driven on a normal traffic lane with other faster vehicles. The speeds at which an Ebike can be driven are limited to only 30km/h, further limiting the possibility of an accident on an Ebike than on a moped bike.

Ebikes can be better than moped bikes or regular bikes for fitness. Because many people are not just for the convenience of travel, they also use Ebikes for recreation and fitness. In addition, electric bikes are more flexible than regular bicycles due to the motor, which can help to reduce tight joints after a long period of pedaling and you probably won’t be burning many calories on a moped. If you are looking for any fitness advantages, Ebikes will be a much better choice.

The initial cost of the vehicle or the maintenance cost should not be underestimated. Ebikes range from $1000 to over $4000. While the one used for commuting or riding in the town center can be found for around 1200. If you want to buy an Ebike that is not only for commuting but also for hunting or offroad travel, Magicycle All Terrian Fat Tire Electric Bike would be a better choice, which only costs $1589. 

Although mopeds are relatively cheaper than ebikes, you are allowed to ride on the road after passing the test and obtaining a license. Also, most moped bikes run on gasoline, which is becoming increasingly expensive in today’s fuel situation and can cost a great deal of money. For electric bikes, this is not an issue because it takes 4-10 hours to get the bike fully charged, so the cost of bikes compared to moped bikes is a lot less.

Maintenance of moped bikes can also cost a lot. Moreover, it is not as easy as replacing items on ebikes by yourself with only a few tools. Some of the items on the moped bikes are more complicated and need professional and advanced techniques to maintain. Therefore, when there is a problem with your moped bike, you should better bring it to an actual mechanic.

Ebikes are more like regular bikes. Electric laws are not as strict as the ones for motorized vehicles. You will be able to ride on bike lanes and cycle paths with an ebike and don’t need insurance or a driver’s license. 

There may be some requirements to ride an electric bike. For example, there is the three-class system in the US, which separates electric bikes into three legal classes based on the type of electric bike motor they use. Different classes of ebikes have to follow regulations, which sometimes vary according to local laws. Generally, the max speed of class 1 and 2 ebikes is restricted at a speed of 20 mph and 28mph for class 3 ebikes. Class 3 ebikes are not allowed to ride on paths that exist outside of the roads or on multi-use lanes shared with pedestrians, while class 1 and 2 ebikes are even allowed into parks except on bike lanes.

That is to say, regulations on moped bikes are far stricter than on ebikes because the possibility of accidents on moped bikes is higher than on ebikes. While both of them are excellent vehicles, they can offer you a different experience and great joy no matter whether driving them to work or going around for fun. 

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