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TeamSLR Ready To Tackle Lime Rock Park

Chris Liesfeld Joins Connor Mosack for Traditional Memorial Day Weekend Race in New England

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. (May 26, 2022) – Rested and refreshed after a three-week break for the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli, TeamSLR is ready to roll up the East Coast to Lime Rock Park in Lakeville, Connecticut, for the traditional Memorial Day weekend race at the scenic road course in southern New England.

Round 6 of 2022 offers the TA2-class competitors a pleasant change of scenery after back-to-back races in California – April 24 at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca near Monterey, California, and May 1 at Sonoma Raceway. Full-season driver Connor Mosack leads the TeamSLR effort at the 1.478-mile, seven-turn Lime Rock layout and will be joined for the first time this season by Chris Liesfeld, a familiar face in the TeamSLR camp.

Mosack will pilot the No. 28 High Point University/Nic Tailor Custom Fit Underwear/Interstate Foam & Supply/TeamSLR/M1 Racecars Ford Mustang, while Liesfeld will be behind the wheel of the No. 96 Fields Racing/TeamSLR/M1 Racecars Chevrolet Camaro. Liesfeld last raced for TeamSLR at the 2021 season finale at Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Austin, Texas.

The 23-year-old Mosack, who hails from Charlotte, North Carolina, will be pulling double duty this weekend. He’ll be competing in the ARCA Menards Series race Friday night at Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway and will forego TA2 practice and qualifying Friday at Lime Rock. A fourth-place finisher for TeamSLR in last year’s TA2 race at Lime Rock, Mosack will start Saturday’s scheduled 68-lap race from the back of the grid.

Liesfeld will make his 14th career Trans Am start Saturday at Lime Rock. The 47-year-old from Richmond, Virginia, has only competed in the series’ TA2 division, earning a best finish of third in 2012 at Brainerd (Minn.) International Raceway. His experience with TeamSLR, however, is deep. Liesfeld’s company, Fields Racing, has been competing with TeamSLR and the Lagasse family for several years.

Connor Mosack, Driver, No. 28 High Point University/Nic Tailor Custom Fit Underwear/Interstate Foam & Supply/TeamSLR/M1 Racecars Ford Mustang:

How was your first experience at Lime Rock last year, when you had a solid qualifying effort and a top-five finish on race day?

“I felt like we just had a good car last year. We qualified third in the rain, but we were very close to winning the pole. Unfortunately, we had some damage passing a lapped car in the race and we lost a lot of speed as a result.”

You’ll have to start Saturday’s race from the back after missing Friday’s practice and qualifying sessions due to your ARCA commitments in Charlotte. What are your expectations for Saturday?

“Yes, I will be racing in the ARCA race at Charlotte on Friday night, so we’ll be coming from the rear. We will need a caution or two, but I believe we can work our way back to the front.”

Chris Liesfeld, Driver, No. 96 Fields Racing/TeamSLR/M1 Racecars Chevrolet Camaro:

With this being your first TA2 race this season, what are your expectations for the weekend?

“I know TeamSLR will do their part and provide me with a fast car. If I can produce steady improvements from the first track session to the last lap of the race, then I’m satisfied I will have done my job.”

Even though it’s your first race of the season, do you feel your past experience racing in the TA2 class will be a benefit at Lime Rock?

“Lime Rock is a short track and doesn’t give you a lot of time to make up for mistakes before you find yourself at the back of the pack. Certainly, I think being a veteran, patience and consistency behind the wheel can make the winning difference. You just have to be consistently fast.”

About TeamSLR:

TeamSLR competes fulltime in the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli in a multifaceted effort that includes dedicated entries in the TA2 division, customer programs, driver coaching and car construction. Its history dates back to 1985 and covers a wide spectrum of motorsports, including NASCAR, IMSA, SCCA, ARCA and ASA. TeamSLR is a family-owned organization run by Scott Lagasse Sr., and Scott Lagasse Jr., The father-and-son duo have combined to win more than 100 races and seven championships across a variety of series and styles of racecars, from paved ovals to road courses to dirt tracks. For more information, please visit us online at www.TeamSLR.com, on Facebook, on Twitter, on Instagram and on LinkedIn.

Trans Am Racer Connor Mosack To Make NASCAR Xfinity Series Debut in Portland with Joe Gibbs Racing

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Connor Mosack To Make NASCAR Xfinity Series
Debut in Portland with Joe Gibbs Racing;
23-Year-Old Trans Am Series Racer To Drive
No. 18 OpenEyes.net Toyota GR Supra in Pacific Office Automation 147

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (May 25, 2022) – With 21 starts in the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli, Connor Mosack is ready to grab another rung on the racing ladder by stepping up to the NASCAR Xfinity Series.

The 23-year-old racer who is currently in his second year competing for TeamSLR in the TA2 division of “America’s Road-Racing Series” will make his Xfinity Series debut June 4 in the inaugural Pacific Office Automation 147 at Portland (Ore.) International Raceway. Mosack will drive the No. 18 OpenEyes.net Toyota GR Supra for Joe Gibbs Racing in the 75-lap race around the 1.964-mile, 12-turn road course.

“Our Xfinity Series program was designed to provide opportunities to racecar drivers like Connor who are looking to expand their careers by challenging themselves in a very competitive racing series,” said Steve deSouza, Executive Vice President, NASCAR Xfinity Series/Development, Joe Gibbs Racing. “Connor has accomplished quite a bit in a relatively short period of time in Trans Am and we’re proud to help further his development in NASCAR.”

Portland is an appropriate venue for Mosack to make his first Xfinity Series start. While the Charlotte, North Carolina-native doesn’t have any prior experience at the flat, clockwise circuit in the Pacific Northwest, Mosack has plenty of experience learning new racetracks quickly. As a TA2 rookie in 2021, all but two of the series’ 10 tracks were new to him. Nonetheless, Mosack was a fast study. He scored four podium finishes in his final eight races, including a breakthrough win Sept. 12 at Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International.

“Every race is a new opportunity to learn and apply the lessons from your last race,” said Mosack, who finished third in the 2021 TA2 championship standings and is already a two-time pole winner in 2022. “I feel like I’ve learned a lot in Trans Am thanks to the coaching I’ve gotten from Scott Lagasse Sr. and Jr., at TeamSLR, and I genuinely want to see how it all translates to the Xfinity Series. I’m looking forward to the experience of working with Joe Gibbs Racing and their veteran crew chief Jason Ratcliff in my debut at Portland, and we’re all grateful to represent OpenEyes.net.”

Open Eyes is a global impact ministry co-founded by Frank Harrison, Chairman and CEO of Coca-Cola Consolidated, and his son James Harrison, who passed away while serving in Kenya in 2010. James’ mission to serve others selflessly continues today through the Open Eyes Mobile Messengers program and its relief and development efforts around the world, including Ukraine and the Middle East.

“We are honored and thrilled that Connor and Joe Gibbs Racing chose to showcase Open Eyes by putting us on board as Connor makes his debut in the NASCAR Xfinity Series,” said Denny Matthews, President, Open Eyes. “Our purpose of accelerating the Gospel to the unreached and underserved is fast tracked as a result of our partnership with Connor. Our global team joins me in wishing Connor great success as he pursues his passion in the Xfinity Series.”

Mosack has firsthand knowledge of Open Eyes’ mission, as he volunteered with the group in Africa during the summer of 2017, visiting Rwanda and Uganda.

“The time I spent with Open Eyes in Africa was probably one of the most impactful moments of my life,” said Mosack, a 2021 graduate of High Point (N.C.) University with a degree in business entrepreneurship. “Its name speaks for itself because it did open my eyes to how people live in other areas of the world and how having purpose, along with someone they can lean on for strength and support, can make a difference in their everyday lives.”

Mosack’s experience with Open Eyes and his time at High Point has contributed to a well-rounded upbringing. Mosack played football and lacrosse in middle school and high school, and it wasn’t until he was 18 that his racing career began. He started in Legends cars and after winning five championships, he transitioned to Late Model stock cars in 2019. He ran the full Solid Rock Carriers CARS Tour in 2020, winning the rookie-of-the-year title. Mosack augmented his Late Model schedule with four TA2 races in late 2020 before committing to TA2 fulltime in 2021 while also competing in select ARCA Menards Series races. In his most recent ARCA start May 14 at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Mosack finished fifth.

“For me, seat time is really the most important thing, and experience in just about any car is really helpful,” Mosack said. “Knowing you can be fast in the Trans Am Series gives you the confidence that you can drive fast and be competitive in other series. That’s my biggest takeaway as I get ready for my Xfinity Series debut at Portland.”

The Pacific Office Automation 147 gets underway at 4:30 p.m. EDT on Saturday, June 4 with live coverage on FS1 and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.

Coca-Cola named the official soft drink of the Pacific Office Automation 147

NASCAR Xfinity Series headlines stock car racing weekend at Portland International Raceway

PORTLAND, Ore. (May 25, 2022) – Coca-Cola has been named the official soft drink of the Pacific Office Automation 147, the upcoming NASCAR Xfinity Series event at Portland International Raceway (PIR) on June 3-4, 2022.

The beverage company will be the exclusive distributor of soft drinks, energy and sport drinks, and water during the race weekend, which marks the exciting return of a NASCAR national series to the Pacific Northwest for the first time since 2000. Coca-Cola products, including but not limited to Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Sprite, Coke Zero Sugar, Barq’s Root Beer, Fanta Orange, Dasani Water and Powerade, will be available to fans at PIR during the event.

“Coca-Cola is thrilled to secure a long-term partnership with Green Savoree Portland and this NASCAR weekend by getting involved with the Pacific Office Automation 147 at Portland International Raceway. We can’t wait for the weekend to get here,” said Dave Gillard, manager of strategic partnerships at Swire Coca-Cola, USA. “The partnership aligns with Coca-Cola’s commitment to support major community events and engage with racing fans throughout the Pacific Northwest.”

Coca-Cola’s ties to stock-car racing run deep, with the company’s connection to NASCAR extending more than 50 years back to 1969. The company sponsored NASCAR cars from 1969-76 and 1990-94 under the Coca-Cola and Mello Yello brands, respectively, and in 1998, Coca-Cola became an official partner of NASCAR, an affiliation that still stands today. Currently, in addition to sponsoring various drivers, the beverage company holds the naming rights of two major NASCAR Cup Series events – the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway and the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway.

“We are excited to partner with an iconic brand like Coca-Cola as NASCAR comes back to Portland for the Pacific Office Automation 147,” said Jerry Jensen, general manager of Green Savoree Portland, which owns and operates the event at PIR. “Coca-Cola’s presence at the track will be a great addition to a great event in the Pacific Northwest, and it’s a big win for our fans who will be able to enjoy Coca-Cola’s classic lineup of beverages all weekend long.”

The NASCAR Xfinity Series and ARCA Menards Series West will both take to PIR the weekend of June 3-4. The NASCAR Xfinity Series will get on track twice on Friday, June 3, for a late morning practice session and then qualifying happening late afternoon during “happy hour” to set the next day’s starting grid. On Saturday, June 4, the Pacific Office Automation 147, a 75-lap race covering 147.52, will get underway at 1:30 p.m. PDT, followed by an ARCA Menards Series West 51-lap feature to cap off the two-day event.

Tickets to the 2022 Pacific Office Automation 147 are on sale now at nascarportland.com. Friday general admission is just $20, and Saturday’s price is $45. A 2-Day General Admission for both days is just $55. Children 12 and under are admitted free with a ticketed adult. Single Day Grandstand seats are also available securing the best vantage points at PIR.

For overnight visitors to the area, Travel Portland has organized a variety of local hotel accommodations and packages at special rates incorporating some of the most well known brands to unique boutique properties. The official host hotel of the weekend is the recently updated Holiday Inn Portland-Columbia Riverfront sitting in close proximity to PIR along the scenic Columbia River. Visit the “Travel Options” page of nascarportland.com to find out more on the accommodations and offers available.

Race fans are encouraged to discover all the natural wonders and events Portland has to offer by checking out TravelPortland.com. This NASCAR Xfinity Series weekend featuring the Pacific Office Automation 147 also happens during the renowned annual Portland Rose Festival featuring an array of civic events.

Stay up to speed on NASCAR’s visit to Portland on social media all year long by following #NASCARPortland or by signing up for the E-Club on the website.

About Coca-Cola:

The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is a total beverage company with products sold in more than 200 countries and territories. Our company’s purpose is to refresh the world and make a difference. We sell multiple billion-dollar brands across several beverage categories worldwide. Our portfolio of sparkling soft drink brands includes Coca-Cola, Sprite and Fanta. Our hydration, sports, coffee and tea brands include Dasani, smartwater, vitaminwater, Topo Chico, BODYARMOR, Powerade, Costa, Georgia, Gold Peak, Honest and Ayataka. Our nutrition, juice, dairy and plant-based beverage brands include Minute Maid, Simply, innocent, Del Valle, fairlife and AdeS. We’re constantly transforming our portfolio, from reducing sugar in our drinks to bringing innovative new products to market. We seek to positively impact people’s lives, communities and the planet through water replenishment, packaging recycling, sustainable sourcing practices and carbon emissions reductions across our value chain. Together with our bottling partners, we employ more than 700,000 people, helping bring economic opportunity to local communities worldwide. Learn more at www.coca-colacompany.com and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

About NASCAR:

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

About Green Savoree Racing Promotions:

Green Savoree Racing Promotions (GSRP) is an Indianapolis-based motorsports event ownership and management company whose subsidiaries own, operate and promote race properties in Lexington, Ohio, home of Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course and The Mid-Ohio School, Portland, Ore., St. Petersburg, Fla., and Toronto, Ontario. These events provide a festival experience and showcase some of the most exciting racing series in the world including the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, the Road to Indy Presented by Cooper Tires open-wheel development series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, ARCA Menards Series and more. In working together since 1993, co-owners Kim Green and Kevin Savoree have won four INDYCAR championships, three Indianapolis 500 races and the 12 Hours of Sebring as team principals, and established the first INDYCAR street race in 2004. More information about the company, its subsidiaries, and these events is available on the event websites at gpstpete.com, hondaindy.com, midohio.com and portlandgp.com.

CHEVY NCS AT CHARLOTTE: Corey LaJoie Teleconference Transcript

NASCAR CUP SERIES
CHARLOTTE MOTOR SPEEDWAY
COCA-COLA 600
TEAM CHEVY TELECONFERENCE TRANSCRIPT
MAY 25, 2022

COREY LAJOIE, NO. 7 SPIRE MOTORSPORTS CAMARO ZL1, met with the media in advance of this weekend’s NASCAR Cup Series race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Teleconference Transcript:

JUST LOOKING BACK ON LAST WEEKEND WITH HOW MUCH YOU WERE UP FRONT AND BEING IN THE TOP-FOUR IN THE FAN VOTE, HOW BIG WAS THAT FOR YOU AND SPIRE MOTORSPORTS TO HAVE SOME TV TIME THROUGHOUT THE RACE?

“I mean, at the end of the day you’re still racing B-Main. Our goal was to try to get to the big show and earn our way there, whether it be through a stage or win a race. Anytime you can get on TV no matter what the setting is, you know we had a pretty good car. We rolled the dice with some strategy there and got up front and kept some track position. Barring a caution and a wreck, I thought we could have potentially held them off. You know, we’ve got some more chances to get a win and be in the playoffs this year, but we’re starting to make some gains.”

THEN LOOKING A WEEK FURTHER AHEAD TO ST. LOUIS OR WORLD WIDE TECHNOLOGY COMING UP, HOW ARE YOU PREPARING FOR THAT?

“No, I’ve never even seen the place. Actually, I have seen the place as a kid when my dad was there. We’d go on summer long motorhome trips, so I’ve been there when I was probably seven on a bicycle. I haven’t ever raced there. I know some guys have Truck Series experience there. We don’t ever receive a simulator here, so it’s tough to really get up to speed with what we’re up against some other guys. I’ll jump on iRacing to run a little bit just to get some site points and things like that. Really and truly got to figure out how to learn the place as quick as possible and make efficient changes to your car after practice since it’s one of those open practice sessions.”

WHERE IS YOUR ORGANIZATION AT AS FAR AS CARS, PARTS, AND EVERYTHING? DO YOU FEEL GOOD OR I KNOW THE 77 HAS HAD A FEW ROUGH (INAUDIABLE)? I DON’T KNOW WHAT THAT’S DONE TO YOUR CAR COUNT.

“So, we’re I think we have four or five cars in rotation for the 7. I think the 77 has three plus the car that rides as a generic back up. I haven’t heard any overly concerned folks in the shop about being tight on cars. I know body parts and stuff are being repaired by the team, so that’s probably the only back log. I don’t know too much about what else is backed up. It seems as though we haven’t had any issues getting our cars prepared on time with the right parts.”

YOU KNOW A LOT OF (INAUDIBLE) WAS MADE AT THE START OF THE YEAR ABOUT THE CAR POTENTIALLY BEING AN EQUALIZER. I MEAN, I KNOW BIG TEAMS ALWAYS WILL HAVE MORE DEPTH AND MORE ENGINEERING, BUT HOW HAVE YOU SEEN THAT NOW THAT YOU’RE A FEW MONTHS INTO IT?

“I mean, obviously I never expected it to be an equalizer. It’s motorsports. It’s never going to be an equal playing field, but at least we are playing with the same parts and pieces as some of the other guys. Now, the box of what you assemble the parts and pieces I believe is a little bit bigger. Now, the small details across the whole car whether it’s underwing, shock builds are big. You know, now that’s something that’s really crucial part of making grip. So now if you’re a little bit off with the same parts and pieces, now you just get instead of having a bad day and running 21st, a bad day for anybody if you miss it is 28th and 30th. We’ve had a couple of good days, couple top-15 runs so far, but we’ve also had several bad days that we need to figure out how to make our short-track stuff a little bit better. I think for us on paper, we’re a 31st to 33rd place team so, anything above that really is overachieving. I feel like we overachieve every week, but it’s hard to beat when you look at a list there’s 22 or 24 teams that are directly tied into the OEM tap of information. We’re just one of those smaller buckets two or three down the line that gets the data after it’s used and applied for several weeks before us. The parts are the same, but data flow of information has not changed.”

SO, I KNOW YOU DIDN’T WANT TO BE IN THE B-MAIN AND YOU’VE NOW ADDRESSED THAT POINT. THE GAINS THAT YOU MADE ON THE FAN VOTE THIS YEAR, DO YOU HAVE A STRATEGY OR IS THIS JUST HEY I’M COREY LAJOIE?

“Certainly, the podcast helps and it’s not even like I went to seek that out to be able to do that. Been doing that organically for the last couple of years and the last two has been on NASCAR.com’s platform. It’s been a lot of fun to just give the fans a little bit of peek into what my life, my weekly life is and the struggles it is for a smaller team and a guy like in my situation to compete against Kyle Larson and guys that win races competitively. I think that’s certainly a big thing that allows people to relate to myself that I deal with the same issues and have bad days, have good days. I’m happy, I’m sad and all the stuff that comes along with it. There’s certainly that and it’s cool to hear fans yell Stacking Pennies or wearing your merch. Definitely makes you feel good when people spend their hard earned money to wear something with your name on it. It’s been a big uptick over the last six or eight months, I’ve noticed people supporting me. It’s definitely pretty cool. I wish we would have gotten the fan vote, but none the less I appreciate all the people who did take the time to vote. Like I said, I want to get in that thing the old school, the old fashioned way by winning a race and qualify my way in. There’s always next year.”

HOW IMPORTANT IS ALSO BEYOND JUST GETTING RESULTS AND HAVING GOOD FINISHES? IS THAT KIND OF BRANDING AND GROWING THAT POPULARITY IMPORTANT TO HOPEFULLY YOU BEING ABLE TO TAKE ANOTHER STEP AT SOME POINT SOON AND BUILD ON BEING IN A BETTER SITUATION?

“I mean at the end of the day, this is competitive based business. You got to make sure you’re the best at where you’re at, but also you have to be doing everything you do to put yourself in position to drive a race winning car with a race winning team. Anybody that says anything different, is probably lying to you. At the end of the day, the teams with the most OEM support are consistently (inaudible) teams. I knew what I signed up for here and continue to grind every week. I do enjoy the challenge of having, trying to figure out how to take chicken and make chicken salad. We do that pretty much every week. Everybody here in the building wants to be competitive and wants to hang banners on the wall and be a place where you do get that external motivation and external rewards in the way of money and trophies. I don’t like to be a materialistic guy, but we’re all doing this because we’re competitive. We all do this because we want to make money. We all do this because you want to be the one holding the trophy. That’s ultimately what my goals are as a racecar driver.”

WHEN WILL WE SEE YOU IN A SPIRE TRUCK?

“I asked the same thing my friend. That thing doesn’t roll out of Bono’s garage if it’s not paid for by somebody. We’ve seen the Hendrick drivers get their crack at it with HendrickCars.com on the side of it and it’s hard for me to go to all my partners who I already ask for a lot of to go jump on for the price it takes to go run a Truck race. I’d love the opportunity to get some extra laps, especially at a road course where I feel like I don’t have a lot of experience at, would it be Sonoma, Watkins Glen or Road America. Those guys have to make sure that they stay in the black and we’re going to see some pretty cool drivers behind the wheel of that thing coming up. There are some announcements soon, but hopefully one day I can drive that thing because Bono’s got that thing dialed in.”

THIS WEEKEND BEING MEMORIAL DAY, HOW COOL IS IT FOR YOU TO HAVE USO ON YOUR CAR?

“Man, super cool. I appreciate you asking that. It’s something I’ve been working with Coke on some different things through eNASCAR as well as the podcast so, to tie Coca-Cola and their support with the USO, obviously the Coke 600. There are so many different things that are coming together this week, a lot of obligations on my part that I’m happy to be a part of. Meeting a lot of service members, feeding men and women on Sunday before the race and just the amount of support that’s coming from (inaudible) and the USO on a car for 600 Miles of Remembrance is pretty cool. It’s been a lot of work behind the scenes trying to put all of this together, so to carry USO and this patriotic paint scheme on Memorial Day weekend is something I take pretty serious.”

OBVIOUSLY, THERE ARE A LOT OF GOOD THINGS THAT HAPPEN IN LIFE. THERE ARE A LOT OF THINGS THAT ARE NOT AS GOOD, CERTAINLY THE WORLD HAS SEEN SOME OF THOSE. I’M CURIOUS AS A PARENT HOW DO YOU LOOK AT IT WHEN THINGS HAPPEN?

“I could go a lot of different ways with the answer, but I land on this. You know the world we live in is a broken place. This isn’t our intended home anyways. When it comes to raising God like or kids to respect themselves, respect their adults, to be able to thing for themselves, that’s what I’m excited for the challenge of having to raise a child to positively impact a community. Now, I’m still working on that, but it comes from being intentional. It comes from being there with your kids to teach them about the things that really matter, truly, in life and when you see the Uvalde stuff man, I couldn’t imagine dropping my kid off to daycare…. I’m going to cry. It would suck. So, it would suck. At the end of the day, we are called as Christians and just people who have some influence in society to make positive impacts with the platforms that we have. It’s easy to lose sight of that, thinking that you’re not being successful enough behind the wheel of a racecar when there’s going to be 100,000 people watching you on a Sunday afternoon, Memorial Day. Millions of people watching you on TV and it’s easy to put the blinders on and forget about how much outside impact you have, as well as impact you have right now at home. I’m going to raise Levi and this next son I’m going to have to be, like, men. We don’t have enough men in the world nowadays.”

IS THAT AS MUCH GETTING IT FROM YOUR FAMILY AND JUST BEING PASSED DOWN AND JUST CONTINUING THAT IN HOW YOU DO THINGS?

“Yeah, I mean to my grandfather right. You know, broken families lead to broken kids. You can talk about all the legislation you want to and beat that horse until it’s dead, which it’s been beat over and over. That’s not the root of it. The root is just broken families raising broken people. Hurt people, hurt people. There’s nothing that rings truer. That’s what we see more often than not, because as these hurt kids grow into hurt adolescents, then they are able to get their hands on guys. They’re able to get like to think about certain things that could cause death and harm to anybody they want to. Whatever you want to right now is open for business and we’re focused on the wrong things. We need to be focused on raising kids to think for themselves and to have self-confidence.”

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About Chevrolet
Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world’s largest car brands, available in 79 countries with more than 3.2 million cars and trucks sold in 2020. Chevrolet models include electric and fuel-efficient vehicles that feature engaging performance, design that makes the heart beat, passive and active safety features and easy-to-use technology, all at a value. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.com.

The difference between e-bikes and moped bikes

Photo by Daria Shevtsova

Driving on a road on an e-bike or a moped will give the same enthusiasm to the owner. Although many facts state the real difference between the two, the confusion remains constant among the buyers about which one to buy? Where to spend their money when choosing e-bikes?

The answer to this one is laced in this article to help you choose the best e-bike available online.

It sure makes a lot of difference about which vehicles are you traveling as the speed, performance, and mileages are important discriminating factors. Both the vehicles have two wheels but you have to agree that there is a difference in the riding style, the benefits, and the legal terms.

Let us take one by one and discuss the features of each:

  1. E-bikes
  • The design of the latest e-bike is perfect for everyday exercising and traveling. The pedals on E-bikes give the rider the balance between battery mode and manual.
  • The driver’s license is not at all mandatory in all parts of the world when you are driving electric bicycles as they come under the local law that states that it is legally acceptable as bicycles and not as motorized vehicles.
  • The bikes can be driven around the play areas and parks also. As they are safe to drive in narrow lanes, kids and adults love to ride on e-bikes in nearby lanes. Even adults can take them to their workplace along short routes that involve lanes and paths.
  • When you are going for a mountain climb on an e-bike, your adrenaline rush and excitement will have no boundaries with a safe journey. The mountain trailing experience will be unique with electric bikes on the go.
  • The speed limit of e-bikes is only 24 miles per hour, which is a safe speed, but the passenger is going to cut the air like a sharp blade. So, there is nothing that can beat the adventure of e-biking more than any other two-wheeled vehicle.
  • It doesn’t cause pollution because it is battery operated or works on muscular energy. Also selecting an eco-friendly ride is always a good choice looking at the increasing pollution levels.
  1. Moped bikes

While the moped bikes are worthy of all the money that is spent on them, many differences make electric bikes the first choice for every consumer.

  • The moped bikes are designed as a motorized vehicle that does not have pedals on the vehicle. It has to be driven on battery only and it cannot serve the purpose of the exercise of any form in any way.
  • Insurance of the vehicle and registration plate needs extra expenses for the customer. So, paying an extra amount pinches your pocket.
  • It is mandatory to drive moped bikes with a driving license in your pocket. So, don’t just feel the cool breeze on a moped without an official license document in your pocket, otherwise, you are entitled to penalties.
  • Driving and traveling on a sidewalk is a dream if you own a moped bike. It is only suitable to drive on city streets and interstate roads. And don’t even try to drive the moped through the foothills or near mountain roads. It is not safe for the moped to traverse through narrow lanes in the foothills.
  • The speed limit of a moped is around 30 miles per hour which is good if one is traveling to his office or going shopping at the nearby mall.
  • The cost of fuel consumption on riding a moped bike may always be higher than the maintenance of e-bikes.

While comparing the electronic bicycles with the other two-wheelers, the bikes win the battle as they are safe and stylish to drive. The peddlers from all age groups love to ride bikes while going to their place of work or their institution to study. So, the votes for e-bikes are always more than any other two-wheeler vehicle. Hey, the bike is the first choice of millions of users all around the world.

Car Audio Modification Brings Better Driving Pleasure

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Have you ever experienced a marginal sound quality while traveling in your car?

If you say yes, your car may lack the appropriate entertainment system. If you are still using the audio system that came with your car, you might consider upgrading it for a better experience.

There is no need to be amused by an almost outdated system. The type of entertainment system that is installed in your car, such as the Teyes CC3, can decide how happy you will be while driving down the road.

But how can you modify your car audio to bring better driving pleasure?

If you do not know, do not get worried.

In this article, you will learn how a car audio system is modified. But before going straight to this, it is essential to know why you should upgrade your car’s audio system.

So, ready to dive in? Let’s start.

Reasons To Upgrade Car Audio System

Here are some reasons why you should upgrade your car audio system:

1. Make Your Entertainment Unique

Most modern aftermarket entertainment systems include customization features that allow you to build as many sound profiles as you want.

You can expect the most personalized entertainment possible with the wide variety of graphic equalizers and the flexibility to tune the subwoofers.

2. Improved Features

With the existing digital lifestyle, you are required to upgrade your car audio system to the latest trends. Audio players these days have all of the latest features that can easily be incorporated into the latest devices such as tablets and mobile phones. You will be able to play audio and video directly from any device to your car audio system.

Plus, the upgraded system ensures that you get the best entertainment while driving your car.

3. High-Quality Entertainment

It is worth noting that the current aftermarket entertainment systems come to provide the best quality sound. In this way, you will enjoy the superior bass sound and the best audio-visual features.

These days entertainment systems designed for modern vehicles necessitate all types of modernized features that will give quality and pleasure.

4. Aftermarket Car Audio Parts And Accessories 

Your audio system that comes with your car may not of the highest quality and you need to upgrade it.

The aftermarket audio system can be adapted to many types of vehicles, so it can be used in many vehicles, so it can be used in any vehicle at any time.

The speakers that come with aftermarket audio systems are of the highest quality in terms of bass and other sound patterns.

5. Your Amplifier Is Easily Modified

With the latest audio car systems, you can upgrade the amplifier and subwoofers of the vehicle more easily. The audio systems of the car are not suitable for a dedicated subwoofer. It means they may not be easily included with a subwoofer.

An upgraded car audio systems provide everything you need for a high-quality music experience.

A well-powered submarine works with the latest car entertainment systems to deliver the best on-road experience.

Now you know why it is important for you to upgrade your car’s audio system. Now, it’s time to find out how you can improve the quality of car audio.

How You Can Get Better Car Audio Quality

To modify the sound quality of a car, it is quite essential to make the car audio system better. And there are numerous ways to accomplish this.

If you try one way, you can get the best car sound systems. But if you try all the ways you can convert your vehicle into a traveling listening room.

wondering what those ways are?

Let’s discuss each way in detail.

1. Upgrade Your Factory Speakers

Step 1 is so easy. Factory-installed speakers stocked in your car are not even close to the quality of third-party speaker installations.

Replacing the original speakers with the higher-quality aftermarket units is the simplest way to hear at least some increase in-car audio quality.

This is a plug-and-play job when you conduct a direct replacement with speakers that match the dimensions and kind of the factory speakers. Simply remove the old units and replace them with the new ones.

You can also replace coaxial speakers with component speakers or add a subwoofer, although this is more complicated.

2. Improve Your Head Unit And Discard Your Phone’s Built-In DAC 

Upgrades to your head unit are not necessarily the best place to start but they are always worth thinking about. This is especially true if your head unit is outdated, or if it lacks amp outputs and you are planning to install an amplifier.

If you listen to digital music in your car, upgrading the head unit is also a good idea. If your head unit does not have a high-quality built-in DAC, replacing it with one does. This allows you to offload the digital audio conversions from your phone or MP3 player to your car stereo.

A USB or proprietary connection is required to take advantage of a head unit with a high-quality DAC. So, connect your phone to your car stereo via a USB cable instead of the usual AUX input.

This allows the unit to read data from the device and convert it into an analog audio signal to be sent to the amplifier and speakers.

3. Spend Bucks On An Amplifier 

To get the best car speakers for sound quality, the next way to go is to invest in an amplifier. Adding an amp will generate far more power than an amp built into your receiver.

A two-channel amplifier is better. It will enable you to power your ordinary speakers while leaving a dedicated channel to power your subwoofer.

4. Play High-Quality Music Files

One of the most neglected factors in-car audio quality is the source of the audio. An example is AM radio vs FM radio. Even though good quality AM radio exists, everyone prefers to listen to FM radio.

Similarly, CDs provide better sound quality than FM radio, and you can listen even better to superior quality if you move to digital music files.

The problem is that digital sound files are not built equal. To illustrate it, if you have a lot of music in your collection that you have purchased, they are most probably more compressed than they require to be.

And if the compression is higher, the file is smaller. That means it is great for your pocket But it is not great for listening. 

So, encode MP3 at least 320kbps, which has 2.5 times more data than the standard 128kbps.

Concluding Notes

Now, you know why you must upgrade your car audio system and how you can do this. So, start following these ways to get cars with best sound system.

Signs Your Brakes Need Checking

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The braking system of your car needs to be in its best condition for your total safety. The braking system ensures that the car stops when you need it to stop. It helps in preventing accidents and makes the entire driving experience smooth and comfortable. In order for the car to stop in time, your brakes need to always perform at their best level.

But how do you know if the brakes are working at the optimum level? Well, that is through testing your brakes and being aware of the different problems that can occur with them. In this article, we will be discussing the different problems that can occur with your brakes and how to identify these problems before they become bigger threats. 

Brake Light

Your car’s brake light is going to be the first indicator that your brakes are not functioning properly. The light will appear on your dashboard and will indicate that there is a problem with the braking system. There may be two lights on the dashboard that will be visible to you, one will be the ABS light, and the other will be the brake warning light. 

In older cars, there may be just one light; the Antilock Braking System (ABS) light can be seen in newer vehicles. When either one of the warning lights is on, you need to take the car to your mechanic to get the problem checked. 

Sometimes the lights also come on when the parking brake is engaged, so release the parking brake, and if the light still doesn’t turn off, then you’ve got a braking issue.

Note that brake problems can be extremely dangerous, so when taking the car to the mechanic, be extra careful, and if you can tow the car there, then do that. 

Vibration When Braking

When you apply the brakes and you notice a vibration of the steering wheel, it could indicate that your rotors are warped. 

Rotors are steel discs that can be seen behind the wheel; they move when the car is being driven. Rotors are the components that the brake pads engage with to stop the car.

When you press the brake pedal, that force is transmitted to the brake pads, and the brake pads squeeze against the rotors and bring the car to a halt.

With warped rotors, the braking isn’t smooth, and that causes the vibrations you feel in the steering. A rotor problem needs a professional’s attention. So take your car to a service center, and they will either change the rotors or resurface it. Resurfacing is just the process of evening out the uneven rotors by shaving.

Brake Fluid

If you notice that fluid is leaking near any of your tires, then you may have a brake fluid leakage problem. Braking fluid provides the hydraulic force needed to stop the car. If the brake fluid is leaking, then the power transmitted to the brake pads will not be sufficient enough, and it will affect the time it takes for the car to come to a stop.

The brake fluid sits in the master cylinder, and leaking brake fluid is indicative of a damaged master cylinder. So we recommended getting the master cylinder checked by a professional.

Squealing Or Grinding Noise

If you hear squealing sounds, it’s a message for you to change the brake pads. The brake pads are designed to make a squealing sound to indicate that their time is up. Manufacturers add wear indicators to the brake pads for this reason. 

Brake pads wear out over time, and these wear indicators become exposed and interact with the metal of the rotors, indicating to the driver that the pads need to be changed.

When buying brake pads, always ensure to buy the best brake pads; they will last longer and provide the best braking capability possible.

If you hear grinding sounds when you brake, then you have waited too long to replace your brake pads, and now you’re damaging your rotors. Once the wear indicators also wear out, the metal pads and the metal rotors begin to rub against each other during braking, and the grinding sound is caused by that.

When you hear grinding sounds, contact your mechanic or a braking specialist immediately to prevent further damage to the rotors.

Caliper Issues

When you apply the brakes and the car pulls to one side, you may have faulty calipers or brake hoses. This is caused by uneven pressure on the pads, which leads the car to be pulled to one side. If you experience this, then it’s necessary to get the braking system checked.

Soft Brakes

Soft brakes may indicate that air or moisture has entered the braking system. You won’t feel resistance when you apply brakes, and the pedal will easily touch the floor of the car. 

There could also be an issue with the master cylinder that contains the brake fluid, so if the brake pedal feels soft, then definitely get it checked because it could lead to a serious braking issue.

Burning Smell

If you notice a burning smell on braking, this could indicate that you’ve overheated your brakes. The best solution would be to park the car on the side in a safe space and let the brakes cool. Check your parking brakes to make sure they aren’t engaged. 

If you notice smoke coming from the brakes as well, then it could mean you have malfunctioning calipers, and in that case, continuing to drive is going to be hazardous.

Call for a tow truck, and take the car to a mechanic immediately. 

Final Thoughts

Topnotch brakes can be a lifesaver; you never know when there may be a need to press that brake pedal immediately and come to an immediate halt. Malfunctioning brakes and troublesome brake pads can be the cause of serious accidents and even death. Always get your brakes checked every month or so, keep an eye out for any of the signs we have mentioned above. Deal with braking problems immediately without delay.

The Ultimate Guide To Race Car Breaking Systems

Red Brake Calipers On Red Car With Black Rims

Race cars are known to hit record-breaking speeds on any given day. While this is something to marvel at, it also threatens the driver, especially if he hasn’t gotten in the groove yet of driving fast cars. Fortunately, race cars have different car braking systems to ensure that the driver will still be able to slow down and control the vehicle.

Suppose you’re planning to buy and drive a race car anytime soon. In that case, you may need to know more about the braking systems of race cars for your safety. You have to understand how different car brake pads and systems work. For that purpose, here’s an article to guide you. So, read on!  

Types of Brakes

1. Formula 1 Car Brakes 

Like in road cars, the braking systems of F1 race cars cover all four wheels. Two master brake cylinders function for the front and rear wheels. These brakes work when the driver steps on the brake pedal and activates fluid pressure.

Front brakes bank on the calipers as it applies the necessary fluid pressure to clamp against the disc. On the other hand, the wheels are slowed and stopped by the friction of the brakes, engine braking, and electrical braking.

What makes F1 car brakes extra unique are the following features:

  • Superior Brake Pads

The brake pads in F1 cars provide better friction compared to streetcars. They’re also lighter and more manageable. In many cases, they can withstand high temperatures up to 900°C. This way, it prevents the brake pads from catching fire due to extreme friction. Keeping these components in good condition helps the race car maintain its shape. However, these brake pads are designed to last only up to 800 km.

  • Better Brake Calipers

Much like the brake pads, F1 brake calipers are lighter than traditional calipers. They also withstand extreme heat and also don’t last long.

  • Top-Of-The-Line Brake Fluid

Most F1 cars use RF-650. This brake fluid can function well up to 323°C dry boiling point. They also keep the braking capacity of your pads excellent. However, they’re more expensive compared to standard brake fluids.

  • Anti-Lock Brakes

Some F1 race cars have anti-lock brakes to avoid skidding. Such a feature allows the driver to steer to safety. In most cases, race car drivers can control these features with proper brake pressure as they’re often built-in or pre-installed.

  • Regenerative Braking

F1 race cars can store heat energy produced during the braking process, apart from their various braking features. As a result, the system turns the heat energy into electrical power that the race car can use when it needs a sudden speed boost.

2. NASCAR Brakes

NASCAR cars use disc brakes on all their four wheels. They have rotors made from magnetic cast steel or iron in many cases. They typically have a diameter of 12.72 inches. Compared to F1 race cars, they have restrictions and make-up of the brake calipers. These parts shouldn’t have more than six pistons for the front brakes and shouldn’t exceed four pistons for the rear.

In choosing a brake pad for a NASCAR car, the team behind the race car considers the type of track and the road courses to brave. If the road course has a lot of turns, curves, and braking, the team chooses brake pads with smaller rotors to allow better air cooling. On the other hand, the team may switch to thicker rotors in straightaway courses.

3. Hydraulic Braking

Hydraulic braking works because of the friction caused by brake fluid and cylinders. In many cases, this braking system uses diethylene glycol or glycol ethers to enable the brake pads. Its braking force is also powerful and works almost instantly.

Most modern cars fit hydraulic systems because they’re easier to function and fix than their counterparts. In this breaking system, brake failure is low because of the direct connection between the actuator and the brake drum or disc. Some F1 cars use a hydraulic braking system similar to road cars. The main difference may be the quality of the components used and the separate hydraulic circuits.

4. Mechanical Braking

This braking system contains different mechanical linkages, such as springs, rods, and fulcrums, that connect the brake pedal and the end brake rotor. While some classic race cars still have this braking system, most cars today shifted to other modern braking systems.

Wrapping Up

A race car’s braking system can make or break its performance. For that reason, the driver and his team should know what to look for in every braking system. Suppose you want to know more about race car braking systems and understand how each works. In that case, you may need to read this article or do more research before settling on a brake pad, rotor, and caliper that will help maneuver your race car from start to finish.

The Best Cars for College Students Below $5,500

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If you are just graduating high school, this means you’re on a high. Your high school years are over. It is time to embark on a new path in your life. It is time to forget that you haven’t much time for home tasks because of lots of problems. 

Now you’re ready to enjoy college life at its best. You go through the college essentials again.

Books? Check. Home tasks? Check. Essays? You have the option to pay for an essay on reliable service with 100% original content from academic sources. Check “do my math homework”. New wardrobe? Check. New gadgets? Check. Need a new car?

Students who are going to college need cars. Your personal car shows that you are independent and won’t depend on anyone else for rides.

But let’s get back to the truth. Your budget isn’t big enough for a car.

Your 2021 Tesla Model X dream car won’t be available for you to buy outright. You don’t have to worry though, you can get a decent used car with a budget of just $5,000.

Here are the top 8 most affordable used cars for college recommended by WriteMyEssay.ai writing tool:

1. 2002-2006 Toyota Camry

Toyota cars are well-known for their excellent reliability record. Camry is the Toyota flagship car because of its exceptional reliability.

This midsize sedan has been built to last. Camrys are also known for their durability. In fact, 90 percent of Camrys built since 1995 still have a lot left on the roads until 2010.

This is a testimony to the Camry’s amazing durability. All Camry models from 2002-2006 are available for purchase starting at $5000

While the Camry might not be the most beautiful car you can buy, it is practical and efficient enough to get you through college.

2. 2001-2007 Ford Escape

The Escape, which was first introduced to the automobile scene in 2001, was a huge success with SUV lovers. Ford’s first-ever SUV was the Escape. The Escape attracted many Ford fans, which led to large numbers of sales.

It is now easier than ever to buy a used SUV that is decent and affordable.

The Escape offers plenty of space for all your cargo. Parts are easy to find, and often available at a very affordable rate from a Ford dealer.

If you’re lucky, you might even find a model from 2010 that is under $5000.

3. 2006-2010 Honda Civic

The Honda Civic is a popular American car.

Every year thousands of Civics are sold and put into the hands of happy owners. It’s not difficult to find a Civic used in the decent condition below $5500.

The Civic offers college students a lot of choices.

This low price range allows you to choose between a coupe, sedan or hybrid Civic. Civic’s excellent reliability and efficient performance are well-known, making it an ideal cruiser for students.

4. 2004-2010 Toyota Sienna

Toyota Sienna, a spacious and practical minivan, is an example of what you can get for less than $5000

The Sienna is the best deal if your plan is to take a lot with you or bring lots of stuff to school.

You can find a wide range of good options with all-wheel drives that are within your budget by sticking to the model year range.

The Sienna’s large dimensions and reliability will make a difference in your college experience.

5. 2005-2009 Subaru Outback

Subaru Outback is a well-known car for its off-road performance and excellent handling. The Subaru Outback is the vehicle for you if your goal is to go on off-road college trips and explore the wilderness.

For students who live in remote areas, such as Alaska, the standard AWD system can be a boon.

The Outback has a remarkable feature list and is spacious for cargo. All this and more can be yours starting at $3000

6. 2003 Acura TL

Acura TL is a competent sedan, competing in the mid-luxury segment. The Acura TL is a great value car, thanks to its powerful V6 and a large list of standard features.

Honda, the parent company of Honda, is known for making reliable cars.

The Acura TL will reflect these qualities. You will have to settle for an Acura TL from 2003 or later if you want to find one below $5000.

The Acura TL is still a great vehicle for college students, regardless of its age.

7. Ford Focus 2008-2011

If you’re looking for an affordable car that won’t last too long, the Ford Focus might be your best choice.

The Focus offers many options and variety at a very affordable price.

It’s also easy to fix if something goes wrong. It has good ride quality and fuel economy that make it a wonderful everyday college ride.

8. 2008-2015 FIAT500

The FIAT 500 is one of the newest car models you can buy on the market for below $5000.

New drivers will find it very easy to maneuver in the city with this compact car. Parking in tight spots has never been easier with a FIAT500.

The 500 also returns economical MPG figures of close to 28 in the City and 33 on the Highway. This can help you save on college costs.

While you may need to compromise on certain features, it’s possible to opt for a more modern set of wheels.

Conclusion

Our informative article makes it easy to find a reliable, used car that will work for your college.

These cars have a long history of reliability, so they aren’t often left on the sidelines.

Keep in mind, however, that realistic expectations must be set and that you shouldn’t overestimate your capabilities.

Inspect the car thoroughly for small details such scratches, wear, wear, and cleanliness. Before you move, make sure you purchase car insurance.

This will allow you to be more secure in your finances in the event that something happens.

A private dealer or used car dealership should not sell a car until you have verified the car’s past maintenance history and current inspections.

These tips will help you travel safely to your college every day.

Weekend schedule for Charlotte

During the NASCAR Cup Series Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on May 30, 2021 in Concord, North Carolina. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

NASCAR heads to Charlotte Motor Speedway on Memorial Day weekend for the 63rd running of the Cup Series Coca-Cola 600 Sunday evening.

The racing action begins Friday when the ARCA Menards Series and the Camping World Truck Series take to the track and continue Saturday with the Xfinity Series Alsco Uniforms 300.

The weekend is also an opportunity for NASCAR to honor and remember those who have served or are now serving in our military with the NASCAR Salutes program that concludes with the 600 Miles of Remembrance.

This year NASCAR is also debuting the NASCAR Salutes Wall of Honor mural that will allow fans to write messages on magnets that will be added to the mural to create a mosaic that will be donated to a military base.

All times are Eastern.

Friday, May 27

Noon-ARCA Practice & Qualifying (no TV)
1:30 p.m.: Truck Series Practice – FS1
2 p.m.: Truck Series Qualifying – FS1
3:30 p.m.: Xfinity Series Practice – FS1
4 p.m.: Xfinity Series Qualifying – FS1

6 p.m.: ARCA Dutch Boy 150 (100 laps) – FS1/MRN

8:30 p.m.: Truck Series North Carolina Education Lottery 200 – FS1/MRN/Sirius XM
Distance: 201 miles (134 Laps)
Stage 1 ends on Lap 30, Stage 2 ends on Lap 60, Final Stage ends on Lap 134
The Purse: $676,097

Saturday, May 28

1 p.m.: -Xfinity Series Alsco Uniforms 300 – FS1/PRN/SiriusXM
Distance: 300 miles (200 Laps)
Stage 1 ends on Lap 45, Stage 2 ends on Lap 90, Final Stage ends on Lap 200
The Purse: $1,284,615

7 p.m.: Cup Series Practice – FS1
7:45 p.m.: Cup Series Qualifying – FS1

Sunday, May 29
6 p.m.: Cup Series Coca-Cola 600 – FOX/PRN/Sirius XM
Distance: 600 miles (400 laps)
Stage 1 ends Lap 100, Stage 2 ends Lap 200, Stage 3 Ends Lap 300, Final Stage ends on Lap 400
The Purse: $8,919,032