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Master the Game: Understanding online Blackjack Limits!

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Online blackjack is one of the most popular non GamStop casino games today. Blackjack is offered in a virtually endless number of different versions. Numerous game developers have the game in their portfolios, and some, like Evolution Gaming, have even created their own versions of blackjack. The table limits have been set so that all players, regardless of their budget, can experience this casino classic. If you’re unsure where to start, reading honest reviews of non GamStop casinos can help you find the best platforms offering quality blackjack experiences.

What Versions of Online Blackjack Are Available at Non GamStop Casinos?

Along with online roulette, blackjack is probably one of the casino games that, for a long time, was only known from television or from playing at non GamStop casinos. However, when the first online casino opened its virtual doors, this changed dramatically. Thanks to the internet, online blackjack became a game that all players could experience.

From then on, players no longer had to dress up and sometimes endure long journeys to play blackjack. But non GamStop casinos had another ace up their sleeve: they offered players the opportunity to play with significantly lower stake limits. A great example of this can be seen in how Fortunica Casino works, showcasing user-friendly features and flexible betting options for all types of players.

In the British casinos, the minimum bet limit for blackjack is a whopping €5 per round. Such high minimum limits are neither interesting nor attractive for casual players nor for beginners. It’s quite different in non GamStop casinos, where you can sometimes play blackjack in two different versions starting at €0.10 or €0.25.

The Animated Version of Blackjack in Non GamStop Casinos

Blackjack first appeared in non GamStop casinos in an animated version. Here, players compete against a virtual dealer. The outcome is determined by a random number generator, just like with online slot machines. However, graphically, this version of blackjack is, in most cases, absolutely top-notch.

When it comes to limits in this version of online blackjack, players have a wide range of options. Depending on the manufacturer, minimum limits of €1 may be set. Maximum limits also vary depending on the manufacturer. Some non GamStop casinos, for example, offer animated blackjack games with a maximum limit of €500 or €1,000.

Live Blackjack in the Non GamStop Casinos

If you want to add a little extra excitement to online blackjack by placing high bets, live casinos are the perfect place for you. Online live casinos offer significantly more flexibility than British casinos. Depending on the non GamStop casino and game provider, you can sometimes place bets of up to €500, €2,500, or even €5,000 per game round.

However, this doesn’t mean that the online blackjack experience in a live casino is reserved exclusively for players with a high budget. Flexibility in stakes is important not only at the high end, but also at the low end. In some of the best live blackjack non GamStop casinos, you can play from as little as €0.10, €0.25, or €0.50.

Both Versions Are Now in Principle Real All-rounders

Animated blackjack differs from the live casino version in several ways. For example, you compete against a real dealer in the live casino. Furthermore, real cards are used in the live casino. However, there are also some similarities, and one of the most important is the limits in online blackjack.

Non GamStop casinos have adapted their blackjack offerings so extensively that every player will find something they like. You can play the following blackjack versions from providers such as NetEnt, Playtech, Evolution Gaming, Ezugi, and many more, with stakes as low as cents, low amounts in euros, or even four-figure amounts :

• Classic Blackjack

• Atlantic City Blackjack

• Blackjack Surrender

• Lightning Blackjack

• Multihand Blackjack

• Speed Blackjack

• VIP Blackjack

• Azure Blackjack

• Single-Deck Blackjack

Numerous Different Applications Ensure High Popularity

Thanks to non GamStop casinos, blackjack is no longer reserved for an elite group of players. Thanks to them, anyone with an internet connection and an internet-enabled device can experience this extraordinary game. However, it’s not just this convenient access that has made blackjack a game for everyone.

The limits of online blackjack also play a significant role in this. Low minimum bet limits ensure that even players on a tight budget, casual players, or newcomers can play blackjack online for real money winnings. Just like casual games such as a dart board, these options provide fun and entertainment without requiring a huge commitment. For all the enjoyment that blackjack undoubtedly provides, keep in mind that you may not always adhere to the principles of responsible gaming. 

The Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway Outlook

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The NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) heads to Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) in Indianapolis, Indiana, for the Brickyard 400, the third crown jewel event of the season. Both the Cup and Xfinity Series drivers will compete for the chance to kiss the iconic bricks at the 2.5-mile oval.

Amid two overtime attempts, Kyle Larson won his first Brickyard 400 title on July 21, 2024. Larson started in fifth place, led twice for eight laps, and endured a race-long afternoon featuring various pit strategies from start to finish as he was shuffled from the front to the middle of the pack and vice versa.

Track & Race Information for the Brickyard 400

Track Length: 2.5-mile asphalt Oval
Race Purse: $11,055,250
Banking/Turns (all four): 9 degrees
Banking/Straights: 0 degrees
Frontstretch Length: 3,330 feet
Backstretch Length: 3,300 feet
Race Length: 160 laps / 400 miles

Time

Sunday, July 27, at 2 p.m. ET on TNT, HBO Max, IMS Radio, and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio (Channel 90).

Stages

Stages 1 Length: 50 laps
Stages 2 Length: 50 laps (Ends on Lap 100)
Final Stage Length: 60 laps (Ends on Lap 160)

Who and what should you look out for at Indianapolis Motor Speedway?

Top 10 in average starting position at Indianapolis Motor Speedway for active drivers:

RankDriversAverage StartRaces
1Tyler Reddick72
2Joey Logano10.76913
3Brad Keselowski12.2512
4Kyle Larson12.2867
5Denny Hamlin12.62516
6Ryan Blaney13.4297
7John H. Nemechek14.52
8Chase Elliott15.2867
9Kyle Busch15.29417
10Austin Dillon17.4449

Kyle Busch leads all active NCS drivers in IMS poles with two in 2016 and 2017. Busch also leads all active NCS drivers in starts at IMS with 17, followed by Denny Hamlin with 16, Joey Logano with 13, Brad Keselowski with 12, and Michael McDowell with 12 starts.

Active Pole WinnersPolesSeasons
Kyle Busch22017, 2016
Tyler Reddick12024
Denny Hamlin12012

Kyle Busch leads all active NCS drivers in wins at IMS with two victories (2015, 2016). Jimmie Johnson and Kyle Busch are the only two drivers to win consecutive NCS races at IMS.

Active Race WinnersWinsSeaasons
Kyle Busch22016, 2015
Kyle Larson12024
Brad Keselowski12018
  • Cole Custer has one top five, one top 10, and a series-best average finish of 5.000.
  • Tyler Reddick has one pole, one top five, two top 10s, and an average finish of 5.000.
  • Christopher Bell has one top five, one top 10, and an average finish of 8.000.
  • Joey Logano has four top fives, eight top 10s, and an average finish of 12.615. Logano and Kyle Busch lead all active NCS drivers in runner-up finishes at IMS with two each.
  • Kyle Busch has two poles, two wins, five top fives, 12 top 10s, and an average finish of 12.824. Busch leads all active Cup Series drivers in wins. He also holds the record for the deepest active race winner to have started at IMS, which is ninth, in 2015. Busch leads all active NCS drivers in top-10 finishes at IMS with 12. Busch leads all active NCS drivers in laps led at IMS with 329 laps led in 17 starts.
  • Kyle Larson has one win, two top fives, four top 10s, and an average finish of 13.857.
  • Denny Hamlin has one pole, five top fives, eight top 10s, and an average finish of 14.563. Hamlin leads all active NCS drivers in top fives at IMS with five.

AM Racing | Harrison Burton Indianapolis Motor Speedway Xfinity Race Preview

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AM Racing | NASCAR Xfinity Series
Indianapolis Motor Speedway | Pennzoil 250

Fast Facts

No. 25 AM Racing Team:
Driver: Harrison Burton
Primary Partner(s): DEX Imaging
Manufacturer: Ford Mustang
Crew Chief: Danny Efland
Spotter: Kevin Hamlin
Chassis Intel: AMR Chassis No. 031
Engine: Roush-Yates Engines
2025 Driver Points Position: 13th | 2025 Owner Points Position: 14th

Notes of Interest:

● Junior Journey: AM Racing will embark on its junior year journey in the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2025 with driver Harrison Burton for the entire 33-race tour, continuing with Saturday afternoon’s running of the Pennzoil 250 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

● Future Focused: In September 2024, AM Racing announced that NASCAR Cup Series winner Harrison Burton would join the family-owned operation to pilot the team’s No. 25 Ford Mustang, beginning with the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season-opener from Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway on February 15, 2025.

Burton, a native of Huntersville, N.C., has been a staple in the NASCAR Cup Series for the past three seasons but will embrace a return to the NASCAR Xfinity Series and continue his relationship as a driver of the Ford blue oval.

Burton, 24, arrives on the scene at AM Racing after a 108-race stint driving for the historic Wood Brothers Racing team.

● Best with DEX: DEX (DEX Imaging) will continue its long-standing partnership with Harrison Burton and join AM Racing for several races this season, including Saturday afternoon’s 100-lap challenge at the track also known as the “Racing Capital of the World.”

DEX Imaging is the largest independent dealer of document imaging technology in the United States. DEX sells and services the broadest selection of copiers, printers and data management solutions in the industry, such as Konica Minolta, Canon, Sharp, Ricoh, Xerox, and Kyocera, with annual revenue exceeding $500 Million.

What makes DEX unique is its people, whose combined knowledge of cutting-edge business technologies and depth of service experience are unmatched. DEX Imaging’s success is directly tied to its mission: to help customers of all sizes drive down document-related expenses while improving productivity.

● Critical Summer Stretch: Indianapolis Motor Speedway continues a pivotal nine-week stretch that will help shape the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoff picture ahead of the postseason opener at Bristol Motor Speedway in September.

The series is set to tackle a diverse slate of tracks in the coming weeks, each bringing its own unique demands. It all continues this weekend with a stop at one of the most sacred grounds in Motorsports, Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Next weekend, the series heads to the Midwest with a stop at the popular short track of Iowa Speedway, before wrapping up the stretch on August 9 at Watkins Glen International — a renowned road course in the Finger Lakes region of New York.

● Harrison Burton NASCAR Xfinity Series Indianapolis Motor Speedway Stats: Saturday afternoon’s Pennzoil 250 will mark Harrison Burton’s first NASCAR Xfinity Series start at the famed 2.5-mile Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

While he has yet to make a lap in Xfinity Series competition at the Brickyard, Burton is not entering unfamiliar territory.

He brings prior experience at one of the sport’s most iconic venues, having competed in last July’s NASCAR Cup Series event with Wood Brothers Racing.

After qualifying 16th for the Brickyard 400, Burton’s day was cut short by a mid-race accident, leaving him with a 36th-place finish.

● Harrison Burton NASCAR Xfinity Series Career Stats: Entering Indianapolis, Burton has 95 career NASCAR Xfinity Series starts to his credit with four wins, 27 top-five and 55 top-10 finishes, and a championship-best result of eighth, twice in 2020 and 2021, respectively.

Burton’s four wins in the NASCAR Xfinity Series occurred during the 2020 season. Burton, the son of former NASCAR driver and current television analyst Jeff Burton, captured the checkered flag at Auto Club (Calif.) Speedway, Homestead-Miami (Fla.) Speedway, Texas Motor Speedway and Martinsville (Va.) Speedway, respectively.

Burton maintains a solid Xfinity Series average finishing position of 12.5 in four years of competition.

In addition to the 95 Xfinity Series starts, he has achieved 109 NASCAR Cup Series starts, 40 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series starts and 52 career starts across the ARCA Menards Series platforms.

● Dover Motor Speedway | BetRivers 200 Race Recap: The NASCAR Xfinity Series made its lone visit to Dover Motor Speedway, tackling the high-banked Monster Mile for 200 grueling laps of high-speed intensity and unforgiving competition.

Sporting a fresh Morton Buildings livery, Harrison Burton and the No. 25 AM Racing team, led by crew chief Danny Efland, faced early challenges during practice as they struggled with the balance of their Ford Mustang — placing them in uncharted territory heading into qualifying.

However, quick adjustments between sessions paid off. Burton rebounded from the bottom of the practice charts to post the ninth-fastest lap in qualifying, an encouraging turnaround for the team.

Once the green flag dropped, Burton settled into a solid rhythm and maintained track position inside the top 15 for the majority of the race. With the team continuing to fine-tune the car’s balance during pit stops, they felt poised to contend for their eighth top-10 finish of the season.

That momentum, however, was cut short on Lap 131 when rain interrupted the event. Despite NASCAR’s efforts to resume the race, the weather ultimately forced officials to call it early — 66 laps shy of the scheduled distance.

Burton was credited with an 11th-place finish, securing his 14th top-15 result of the season for AM Racing.

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● Thanks For Your Support: With 60 percent of the 2025 Xfinity season complete, AM Racing and Harrison Burton would like to thank their partners for their continued support: AIRBOX Air Purifier, Blue Wolf Cleaner & Degreasers, Dead On Tools, DEX Imaging, Eagle Rentals, Flying Circle, Mechanix Wear, Morton Buildings, Racing Radios, Volt Batteries and WIX Filters.

● From the Pit Box: Veteran race engineer and former NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Danny Efland is Harrison Burton’s crew chief.

He will serve as crew chief for his 25th career NASCAR Xfinity Series race — and his first at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in a leadership role on Saturday afternoon.

In his previous 24 Xfinity Series starts, he has collected one pole (Daytona International Speedway | February 2016), two top-five and eight top-10 finishes.

● Follow on Social Media: For more on AM Racing, please visit AMRacingteam.com, like their Facebook page (AM Racing), or follow them on Instagram and X | Twitter @AMRacingNASCAR.

For more on Harrison Burton, please visit theharrisonburton.com, like his Facebook page (Official Harrison Burton), or follow him on Instagram (@harrisonburton12) and X | Twitter (@hburtonracing).

Harrison Burton Quoteboard:

On Indianapolis Motor Speedway: “I’ve been itching to get back to Indianapolis Motor Speedway ever since the Cup race last July — it’s such an incredible, historic place.

“I learned a ton from that experience, especially about managing traffic and finding the right line through the corners. Now stepping into the Xfinity car,

“I’m excited to apply everything I’ve learned and give the No. 25 DEX Imaging Ford Mustang a strong run.

“The team’s been working hard to dial in the balance and unload faster and I feel ready to make a statement this weekend.”

On Keys to Success at Indianapolis Motor Speedway: “Indianapolis is all about precision and momentum. It’s such a unique track with long straights and tight corners, so you’ve got to hit your marks every lap and carry speed off each turn.

“Track position and clean air are huge, especially with how aero-sensitive these cars are. If we can stay disciplined, execute on pit road and make the right adjustments, we’ll give ourselves a real shot to be in the mix at the end.”

On Battle for Playoff Cutline: “We’re right in the thick of the Playoff fight, and every point matters at this stage. It’s pretty wild that Jeb’s (Burton) the one holding that last spot — I’ve got a ton of respect for him, but we’re both out here trying to earn our way in.

“For us, it’s about executing every weekend, maximizing stage points and putting ourselves in position for strong finishes. I believe in this AM Racing team and we’re going to keep digging until we’re on the right side of that cutline.”

On Dover Motor Speedway Finish: “I felt like we were really starting to hit our stride before the rain came in. We didn’t have the balance we needed in practice, but Danny (Efland, crew chief) and the guys made great adjustments before qualifying and throughout the race.

“We were in a solid spot to fight for a top-10, maybe better, so it’s frustrating to see it end early. Still, 11th is something we can continue to build on, and I’m proud of the effort everyone at AM Racing put in.”

On 2025 Season Outlook: “I still genuinely believe we can continue to turn some heads in 2025. Now that we’re past the halfway point, our goals haven’t changed, they’re still within reach.

“This AM Racing team has what it takes to fight our way above the Playoff cutline and stay there.

“We’ve got a great group of people and partners who continue to believe in what we’re building. Nothing would mean more to me than delivering AM Racing its first Xfinity Series win, locking into the Playoffs, and making a serious run at the championship.”

Race Information:

The Pennzoil 250 (100 laps | 250 miles) is the 21st of thirty-three (33) NASCAR Xfinity Series races on the 2025 schedule. Practice will take place on Friday, July 25, 2025, from 12:05 p.m. to 12:55 p.m. Qualifying will follow on race day, July 26, launching at 1:00 p.m. The 38-car field will take the green flag shortly after 4:30 p.m. ET, with live coverage on The CW Network, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Racing Network (Radio) and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90. All times are local (ET).

About AM Racing:

AM Racing is a multi-tiered, multi-faceted Motorsports program headquartered in Statesville, N.C.

Established in December 2015, AM Racing is prided on faith, honesty and intelligent performance.

In its ninth year of competition, the family-owned team will compete in the ARCA Menards Series, the NASCAR Xfinity Series and various Dirt Modified events.

Kaulig Racing Weekly Preview | Indianapolis Motor Speedway

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Catching up with Team Kaulig:

  • Ty Dillon was on this week’s episode of Door Bumper Clear to chat about the In-Season Challenge, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and racing for Kaulig Racing this season. Check out the episode on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube.
  • Each Week, Dillon catches up with Big Play Cleveland, chatting NASCAR, racing for Ohio’s own Matt Kaulig, and all things Sports. You can listen each week at 9 p.m. ET or look back at this season by listening to previous weeks’ episodes. Download the Big Sports Network app today!
  • On Wednesday, July 23rd, AJ Allmendinger joined The NASCAR Foundation at Daytona International Speedway for the License to Drive event. Fans were able to make a $50 donation to the foundation for the opportunity to drive their personal car on the racing surface at Daytona. Two lucky, raffle-winning fans had to opportunity to ride with Allmendinger for hot laps around the speedway.

At Indianapolis Motor Speedway:

  • In 2014, Ty Dillon earned his maiden NASCAR Xfinity Series win at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, taking the checkered flag after leading 24 laps and the $100,000 offered by the Dash 4 Cash program. In another coincidence, Dillon beat the No. 54 NXS car (which finished in second) for the victory that day. Dillon will be racing for $1 million against the current driver of the No. 54 NASCAR Cup Series car at The Brickyard on Sunday.
  • Kaulig Racing has made 10 NXS starts at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, earning two top 5s and five top-10 finishes.
  • This will be the team’s second season competing on the oval layout in the NCS, having previously made two starts in 2024.

32 Drivers. 5 Races. $1 Million on the Line.

Fighting for a Million! This weekend at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Ty Dillon will face Ty Gibbs in the Championship Round of the In-Season Challenge with the highest finisher earning $1 Million.
The In-Season Challenge includes five rounds at five tracks.
Round 1: EchoPark Speedway
Round 2: Chicago Street Course
Round 3: Sonoma Raceway
Round 4: Dover Motor Speedway
Championship Round: Indianapolis Motor Speedway – The winner walks away with $1 Million!

 
10 Team Info

Crew Chief: Andrew Dickeson

Partner: Sea Best/Grizzly Nicotine Pouches

Ty Dillon, No. 10 Sea Best/Grizzly Nicotine Pouches Camaro ZL1
Sea Best: Sea Best will serve as the primary partner of the No. 10 Chevrolet this weekend at Indianapolis Motor Speedway with Ty Dillon and Kaulig Racing. Sea Best proudly serves as the flagship brand of Beaver Street Fisheries, a family-owned and operated company based in Jacksonville, Florida. As one of the nation’s largest importers, manufacturers, and distributors of seafood and meat, the Sea Best brand is synonymous with premium-quality seafood. Its product lineup includes a wide range of frozen fish fillets—such as ahi tuna, mahi-mahi, cod, and catfish—along with shrimp, scallops, and lobster.

Grizzly Nicotine Pouches: Grizzly Nicotine Pouches, a tobacco leaf-free product available nationwide (where permitted), serves as a major associate sponsor on Dillon’s No. 10 Chevrolet all season.

Meet Ty Dillon:

Saturday, July 26

Ty Dillon will be at the Team Chevy Display in the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Midway at 12:30 p.m. ET for a fan Q&A.
Sunday, July 27

Ty Dillon will be at the Chevrolet Merchandise Hauler at 11:00 a.m. ET to meet fans and sign autographs.

At Indianapolis Motor Speedway:

  • Ty Dillon will make his sixth Cup Series start at Indianapolis Motor Speedway this weekend in the Brickyard 400. In his five previous starts at the track, Dillon had a best finish of 13th in 2019 and had four finishes in the top 20, with his worse finish being 21st.
  • Dillon has also made six starts at the track in the Xfinity Series, where he has had five finishes in the top 10, two top-five finishes and one win. During the 2014 event, Dillon started the race from the third position and led 24 of 100 laps on his way to kissing the bricks.
  • Racing for a Million! This weekend at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Dillon will go head-to-head with Ty Gibbs in the In-Season Challenge in the Championship Round. The driver with the highest finish will win $1 million.

“I’m looking forward to this weekend. Our team is excited, not just the No. 10 team, but everyone at Kaulig Racing. I’ve won at Indianapolis before and kissed the bricks in the Xfinity Series and every time I’ve gone to Indy, on the big track, I’ve felt very comfortable. I ran Indy last year, so it’s one of the few tracks I’ve ran in the last year, everywhere else, I’ve had a whole year off from racing and you feel like you’re a mile behind and trying to catch up all weekend. I love going back to the tracks where I had an opportunity to run last year. Indy is a place I really look forward to racing and think we can have a good run this weekend and give ourselves a shot at winning the In-Season Challenge and walking away with the million.” – Ty Dillon on Indianapolis Motor Speedway  

16 Team Info

Crew Chief: Trent Owens

Partner: Grizzly Nicotine Pouches

AJ Allmendinger, No. 16 Grizzly Nicotine Pouches Camaro ZL1
Grizzly Nicotine Pouches: Grizzly Nicotine Pouches will be featured as the primary partner on the No. 16 Chevy with Kaulig Racing and AJ Allmendinger this weekend at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Grizzly Nicotine Pouches is a tobacco leaf-free product available nationwide (where permitted).

Meet AJ Allmendinger:

Saturday, July 26th

AJ Allmendinger will be at the Chevrolet Merchandise Hauler at 12:30 p.m. ET to meet fans and sign autographs.

At Indianapolis Motor Speedway:

  • AJ Allmendinger has earned two top-10 finishes at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in the NASCAR Cup Series, including one in his first start at the track in 2008. In the NASCAR Xfinity Series, Allmendinger has made one start at the track with Kaulig Racing, where he earned an eighth-place finish and led four laps.
  • In 2021, Allmendinger earned Kaulig Racing its first NASCAR Cup Series win at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Road Course in the Verizon 200 at the Brickyard.
  • On Wednesday, July 23rd, Allmendinger attended The NASCAR Foundation’s License to Drive event at Daytona International Speedway. Fans had the opportunity to make a $50 donation to drive their personal car on the racing surface at Daytona. Allmendinger welcomed fans to the event, promoted the upcoming Coke Zero Sugar 400, and gave pace car rides to media members and raffle-winning fans.

“Indy is one of those special places I get goosebumps on my arms while driving into the track. The Brickyard 400 is a crown jewel event in NASCAR. I’m still in awe every time we show up to it, and I feel very fortunate that I still get the opportunity to compete in this event. I can’t wait to get to the track and see what type of speed we will have, but I think we can be pretty good there. Track position is always critical; anything can happen as we have seen that last couple of years there.” – AJ Allmendinger on Indianapolis Motor Speedway  

10 Team Info

Crew Chief: Kevin Walter

Partner: Champion Container

Daniel Dye, No. 10 Champion Container Chevrolet
Champion Container: Champion Container, a family-owned business specializing in industrial packaging and container solutions, will be onboard Dye’s No. 10 Chevrolet for the Pennzoil 250 Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Meet Daniel Dye:

Saturday, July 26

Daniel Dye will be at the Team Chevy Display in the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Midway at 12:00 p.m. ET for a fan Q&A.

At Indianapolis Motor Speedway:

  • Daniel Dye made one start at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 2024 while competing in a limited schedule with Kaulig Racing. At that race, he earned his current-best finish of seventh in the NXS.
  • So far in the 2025 season, Dye has recorded six top-10 finishes.

“I’m excited to get back to Indy, where I finished seventh last year after only making a handful of starts with Kaulig Racing. That race was a lot of fun. The history surrounding the track and the weekend make for a cool atmosphere to be a part of.” – Daniel Dye on Indianapolis Motor Speedway  

11 Team Info

Crew Chief: Eddie Pardue

Partner: Alloy Employer Services

Josh Williams, No. 11 Alloy Employer Services Chevrolet
Alloy Employer Services: Based in Columbus, Ohio, Alloy Employer Services helps a range of clients, from small businesses to large employers. Industries served include healthcare, transportation, manufacturing, maintenance, hospitality, and construction. Alloy’s Midwest roots have led to national reach, serving clients with workers nationwide because of a love to design, build and innovate in our industry. Alloy Employer Services is a Fortune-HR, LLC company.

Meet Josh Williams:

Saturday, July 26

Josh Williams will be at the Team Chevy Display in the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Midway at 11:30 a.m. ET for a fan Q&A.

At Indianapolis Motor Speedway:

  • Josh Williams has raced at Indianapolis Motor Speedway three times in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. His best finish (19th) came in the series’ trip there in 2019.
  • Williams led four laps in the NXS race at Indianapolis in 2019.
  • In his last start at the Indianapolis oval, Williams had a plus-four green-flag pass differential. Additionally, he made eight “quality passes,” which signifies passes made while running in the top 15 (per FRCS.pro).

“Indy is so cool. There’s a lot of history there, and it always feels good to have a good run there. We weren’t having a bad day either last year before getting taken out, so as long as we’re ready by the green flag, we should have a good run. I know I said this last week, but it’s a really big race for Alloy Employer Services; Indy is the track for JR [Pine, Alloy Employer Services CEO], so it’s going to be important for us to run well and show what we know we can do on the No. 11 team.” – Josh Williams on Indianapolis Motor Speedway  

16 Team Info

Crew Chief: Alex Yontz

Partner: LeafFilter Gutter Protection

Christian Eckes, No. 16 LeafFilter Gutter Protection Chevrolet
LeafFilter Gutter Protection: Christian Eckes and LeafFilter Gutter Protection will team up once again for the Pennzoil 250. LeafFilter is America’s #1 rated gutter protection system trusted by more than a million homeowners. LeafFilter’s patented technology keeps gutters free of debris and is backed by a lifetime transferable warranty.

Meet Christian Eckes:

Saturday, July 26

Christian Eckes will be at the Team Chevy Display in the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Midway at 11:15 a.m. ET for a fan Q&A.

At Indianapolis Motor Speedway:

  • Christian Eckes will make his first start at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in the NASCAR Xfinity Series.
  • Following his 10th-place finish in the rain-shortened BetRivers 200 at Dover Motor Speedway, Christian Eckes has earned eight top-10 finishes this year.

“I’ve never been to Indy before, but after preparing for the race, it definitely seems very different than the typical oval tracks we go to. Between it being flatter & having almost four separate corners that don’t necessarily flow completely together, it’ll be important to have a good-handling No. 16 LeafFilter Gutter Protection Chevy. Everybody on this team has been working really hard on this final playoff push, and we’re excited to battle together until the end.” – Christian Eckes on Indianapolis Motor Speedway  

Meet the Kaulig Racing Drivers

Saturday, July 26

  • Christian Eckes will be at the Team Chevy Display in the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Midway at 11:15 a.m. ET for a fan Q&A.
  • Josh Williams will be at the Team Chevy Display in the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Midway at 11:30 a.m. ET for a fan Q&A.
  • Daniel Dye will be at the Team Chevy Display in the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Midway at 12:00 p.m. ET for a fan Q&A.
  • Ty Dillon will be at the Team Chevy Display in the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Midway at 12:30 p.m. ET for a fan Q&A.
  • AJ Allmendinger will be at the Chevrolet Merchandise Hauler at 12:30 p.m. ET to meet fans and sign autographs.

Sunday, July 27

  • Ty Dillon will be at the Chevrolet Merchandise Hauler at 11:00 a.m. ET to meet fans and sign autographs.

About Kaulig Racing

Kaulig Racing™ is a full-time, multi-car NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) and NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS) team, owned by award winning entrepreneur, Matt Kaulig. Established in 2016, Kaulig Racing™ has earned 27 NXS wins, made the NXS Playoffs consecutively each season since the playoff system started, and won two regular-season championships. In 2021, the team competed in select NCS events, before expanding to a two-car, full-time NCS team in 2022 and adding a third, part-time entry during the 2023 season. Since its first NCS start in 2021, the team has earned two wins. Kaulig Racing is currently fielding two full-time entries in the NCS and continues to field three full-time NXS entries. To learn more about the team, visit kauligracing.com.

How Does the KYC Process Work in Non GamStop Casinos?

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While many players find proof of identity a nuisance and specifically search for casinos without verification, we can assure you that this requirement is purely for security purposes. Moreover, thanks to modern systems, the process usually only takes a few minutes and is anything but complicated.

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Berry, Wood Brothers Set for Brickyard 400 withPPG on Board

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As Wood Brothers Racing continues its 75th anniversary season, the team returns to one of the sport’s most iconic venues, Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The track holds a special place in team history, dating back to 1965 when the Wood Brothers crew played a key role in helping Jim Clark win the Indianapolis 500.

This year, the team and driver Josh Berry return to Indianapolis for the Brickyard 400 presented by PPG, carrying the vibrant colors of PPG on their No. 21 Ford Mustang Dark Horse. PPG also serves as the Official Paint and Finishing Supplier of the Speedway.

For Berry, all of that adds even more significance to one of the sport’s marquee events.

“Indianapolis is such a special place, and anytime you get the chance to compete there, especially in a crown jewel event, it means a lot,” he said. “The history and tradition that comes with racing at Indy is unmatched.

“It’s a big weekend for our team with PPG not only on the No. 21 Ford Mustang, but also serving as the title sponsor of the race. Hopefully we can put together a strong run and make it a weekend to remember.”

Practice for the Brickyard 400 presented by PPG is scheduled for Friday at 1:05 p.m. ET, with qualifying set for Saturday at 2:35 p.m. Both sessions will air on truTV.

Sunday’s 160-lap, 400-mile race is set to go green just after 2 p.m. ET on TNT, with Stage breaks planned for Laps 50 and 100.

About PPG
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About Wood Brothers Racing
Founded in 1950 by Hall of Famer Glenn Wood in Stuart, Virginia, Wood Brothers Racing holds a special place in NASCAR history as the sport’s longest-running team. Over eight decades, the team has earned 101 victories in the NASCAR Cup Series, along with 120 poles, and remains proud of its longstanding relationship with Ford Motor Company, fielding only Ford products since its inception. Glenn’s brother, Leonard Wood, played a key role in shaping modern racing by developing the techniques behind today’s pit stops. With a rich legacy rooted in innovation and tradition, Wood Brothers Racing continues to honor its heritage while adapting for the future as it competes in NASCAR’s premier series with Josh Berry.

Tristan McKee Tabbed to Pilot Spire Motorsports’ ARCA Menards Series Entry for Two Races

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Late-Model and Road-Racing Standout to Make Series Debut at Watkins Glen

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (July 24, 2025) – Tristan McKee, the inaugural signee of Spire Motorsports’ driver development program, will make a pair of ARCA Menards Series starts in 2025 behind the wheel of the team’s No. 77 Gainbridge Chevrolet SS.

Five days after turning 15-years-old, the minimum age requirement to compete in an ARCA Menards Series national event, McKee will make his debut at Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International in the August 8 General Tire 100 at the Glen. He will return to the Gainbridge Chevy in November for the ARCA Menards Series West season finale at Phoenix Raceway.

“Tristan McKee is one of those rare young drivers who makes you lean in and pay attention,” said Spire Motorsports President Bill Anthony. “He’s shown talent, maturity, and the kind of work ethic that earns respect across our organization. We’re excited to get him some seat time in the ARCA Menards Series and let him grow at the right pace. Watkins Glen and Phoenix will be great tests, and we’re looking forward to seeing what he can do in Spire colors.”

McKee is a full-time competitor in the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli CUBE 3 Architecture TA 2 Series, where he leads the series’ championship point standings by a handsome 82 points on the strength of one pole position, two wins and six podium finishes.

He has finished the past six events inside the top three, including his first-career win in June at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. In the division’s most recent stop at Watkins Glen International, the Williamsburg, Va., native set a track record en route to his first-career pole position before leading the field from flag to flag to secure his second-career win.

“I’m super excited for my debut to be on a road course,” said McKee. “I’ve been doing a lot of road course stuff through the Trans Am Series. We were just at Watkins Glen a couple weeks ago with the series and got the win, so I feel comfortable with the track. I had the opportunity to do some testing in the ARCA car, so it helped get me up to speed with the car, but I still have a lot of preparation to do over the next couple weeks in the simulator and my pre-race routine. I’m super thankful to Spire Motorsports and Gainbridge for making this happen and I’m really excited to get on track.”

McKee is a regular participant in the Josh Wise-led fitness and training program at the GM Technical Center in Concord, N.C. He began turning heads three years ago when, at just 12-years-old, he won a 100-lap CARS Pro Late Model Tour feature event at Dillon (S.C.) Motor Speedway to become the youngest winner in CARS Tour history. The upstart teenager went on to collect series wins at North Wilkesboro (N.C.) Speedway, Caraway (N.C.) Speedway and Cordele (Ga.) Motor Speedway.

Despite his youth, McKee has a resume dotted with wins that would offer even the most seasoned veteran with justifiable bragging rights. In addition to his historic 2023 win, he recorded multiple late model stock car victories in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. McKee also collected the checkered flag in the limited late model feature at the 2023 Fall Brawl at Hickory (N.C) Motor Speedway. The season prior, McKee claimed both Rookie of the Year and championship honors at Orange County (N.C.) Speedway as an 11-year-old.

Prior to his ascent to the late-model ranks, McKee cut his teeth racing Bandoleros where he won the 2020 national championship, a Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway Summer Shootout championship and a Thursday Night Thunder Championship at Atlanta Motor Speedway. He began his four-wheel journey in karting where he collected 44 wins and six class championships.

In addition to his full slate of Trans Am racing, McKee has made 13 late model starts in 2025. After finishing second in the CARS Pro Late Model Tour season opener, he captured the checkered flag at the series’ first appearance at Cordele Motor Speedway. He has tallied four top fives in seven CARS Late Model Stock Tour starts, highlighted by a second-place result at North Wilkesboro, a race that was part of NASCAR’s All-Star festivities in May. McKee made his Super Late Model debut last weekend during the Summer Showdown 200 at Evergreen Speedway in Monroe, Wash., where he battled the best of the Northwest Super Late Model Series to earn a runner-up finish at “The Superspeedway of the West.”

“The season has definitely gone really, really good so far,” added McKee. “We have a couple Trans Am wins, lead the points and have a podium in each of the last six races. We haven’t been at all the CARS Tour races, but we have put together a lot of good runs. It has been one of the best years of my career, so far. It is all preparing me to drive different cars because I am doing something nearly every weekend. This is just another discipline for me to learn, grow and become the driver I want to be. I think we will be really strong.”

Spire Motorsports has fielded an ARCA Menards Series entry three times this season with Corey Day at the controls. After Day was involved in a race-ending incident in the team’s inaugural appearance in the season opener at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway, he collected back-to-back ARCA West Series top-10 finishes at Phoenix Raceway (10th) and Sonoma (Calif.) Raceway (seventh).

The General Tire 100 at the Glen from Watkins Glen International will be televised live on FS2, Friday, August 8 beginning at 2 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. The 13th of 20 races on the 2025 ARCA Menards Series schedule will be broadcast live on the Motor Racing Network and ARCARacing.com.

About Gainbridge …
Founded in 2018, Gainbridge® is an insurtech subsidiary of Group 1001 that empowers consumers to take control of their financial future with solutions that are accessible to everyone, no matter their budget or financial knowledge. Its platform provides access to financial products that are simple, intuitive, and backed by smart technology with no complexity or hidden fees. Gainbridge® is headquartered in Zionsville, Ind. For more information, visit www.gainbridge.io or follow and connect with Gainbridge on X and LinkedIn.

About Spire Motorsports …
Spire Motorsports earned its inaugural NASCAR Cup Series victory in its first full season of competition when Justin Haley took the checkered flag in the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway on July 7, 2019. Less than three years later, William Byron drove Spire Motorsports’ No. 7 Chevrolet Silverado to its inaugural NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series win on April 7, 2022, at Martinsville (Va.) Speedway. The team’s most recent win came on May 30, 2025, when Rajah Caruth took the checkered flag in the Rackley Roofing 200 at Nashville (Tenn.) Superspeedway.

In 2025, Spire Motorsports will campaign the Nos. 7, 71 and 77 Chevrolets in the NASCAR Cup Series. The team will also field the Nos. 07, 7, 71 and 77 Chevrolet Silverados in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series and the No. 77 Chevrolet in the ARCA Menards Series in select events.

CHEVROLET IN THE NTT INDYCAR SERIES – WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Advance

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CHEVROLET IN THE NTT INDYCAR SERIES
Java House Grand Prix Of Monterey
2.238-mile, 11-turn road course
Salinas, California
Race Advance
July 25-27

DETROIT (July 24, 2025) – A five-race in four weekends stretch for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES comes to a close at the iconic WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, with Team Chevy driver Pato O’Ward winning in each of the last two weekends.

O’Ward, the pilot of the No. 5 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet, has scored more points than any other driver since the Indianapolis 500 and moved within 99 points of championship leader Álex Palou.

The 26-year-old Mexican driver’s average finish on the natural terrain course this year is 6.4, the second lowest among the 27 season-long competitors, and Arrow McLaren has had recent success at the 2.238-mile, 11-turn road course.

Alexander Rossi scored a podium finish for Arrow McLaren last year, Felix Rosenqvist started from the pole in 2023, and drivers, including O’Ward in 2023, have led laps at the Monterey County circuit in the previous three seasons.

Chevrolet at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

  • Chevrolet-powered drivers have won five times at the iconic California road course, but not since the NTT INDYCAR SERIES returned in 2019. Area resident Danny Sullivan won twice, the only driver to have multiple wins, while Team Penske has claimed four of the winner’s trophies.
  • Felix Rosenqvist, while driving for Arrow McLaren in 2023, was the last of eight Chevy pole winners, which includes Will Power’s record-breaking 68th pole in 2022.
  • Legends Mario Andretti, Danny Sullivan and Al Unser Jr. each have a trio of trips to the podium, making up nine of the 21 top-three finishes by Bowtie-adorned drivers and cars. Team Penske has 11 total podiums, including four since the series’ return in 2019.
  • A familiar name, Sullivan, has led 156 laps (28.1%) of the 556 laps that Chevrolet-powered cars have led at the undulating road course. Current Team Chevy drivers who have led a lap at Laguna Seca include Will Power (Team Penske), Pato O’Ward (Arrow McLaren), Josef Newgarden (Team Penske), Alexander Rossi (Ed Carpenter Racing) and Callum Ilott (Prema Racing).
  • Outside of the INDYCAR SERIES, Chevrolet-powered cars have a long history of winning on the iconic road course, dating back to an 80-lap SCCA US Road Racing event in 1964, when Jim Hall and his teammate, Roger Penske, stood on the top and bottom steps of the podium while at the wheel of Chaparral-powered Chevrolets. Major wins also came in Can-Am, Trans Am, Formula 5000, NASCAR Winston West, IMSA GTP and Grand-Am series.

Tune-In Alert

Friday

NTT INDYCAR SERIES Practice #1 – 5pm (ET)/4pm (CT)/3pm (MT)/2pm (PT) – FS2/INDYCAR Radio Network/SIRIUSXM 218

Saturday

NTT INDYCAR SERIES Practice #2 – 11:30am (ET)/10:30am (CT)/9:30am (MT)/8:30am (PT) – FS1/INDYCAR Radio Network/SIRIUSXM 218
NTT INDYCAR SERIES Qualifying – 2:30pm (ET)/1:30pm (CT)/12:30pm (MT)/11:30am (PT) – FS1/INDYCAR Radio Network/SIRIUSXM 218

Sunday

NTT INDYCAR SERIES Warm Up – noon (ET)/11am (CT)/10am (MT)/9am (PT) – FS1/INDYCAR Radio Network/SIRIUSXM 218
Java House Grand Prix Of Monterey (95 laps) – 3pm (ET)/2pm (CT)/1pm (MT)/noon (PT) – FOX/INDYCAR Radio Network/SIRIUSXM 218
WHAT THEY’RE SAYING (QUOTES):

A.J. FOYT RACING

David Malukas, No. 4 A.J. Foyt Racing Clarience Technologies Chevrolet:

What do you like about the track?

“Laguna Seca is a very special track. I’ve never really been to a track like it. I think specifically about the Corkscrew–just a very unique corner. And of course, you’re in the Monterey area, it’s just very nice weather all the time. So there’s certain perks that come with Laguna Seca.

What is the most challenging aspect of the track?

“Again, what makes it very unique is also the most challenging that being the Corkscrew and that whole run down the hill all the way to the alt start/finish line. Again, it’s very unique. It’s something that’s very special to the track. So it’s not something that you get a lot of practice towards. So it’s something that I really practice on the sim quite a bit. And of course, practice once we get there.

Will you do anything fun outside of the track activity?

“Probably will be going into the Monterey area exploring it. I normally always go to a certain bay area where there’s a lot of good food, a lot of good clam chowder places. So I will be taking my girlfriend over there, favorite restaurant out there. I don’t know what the specific name is. There’s all these different restaurants and they all make their own versions of clam chowder and just good seafood so anything in that area is very good. There’s also a bunch of seals over there which are fun to watch.”

Santino Ferrucci, No. 14 A.J. Foyt Racing Sexton Properties Chevrolet:

How is how is your hand?

“It’s okay, not great. I’m just trying not to use it, really. Nothing I can do. It’s still swollen. I’m sure it’ll be fine for the race weekend; I don’t anticipate it being an issue. I have almost 100% grip strength. It’s just certain angles and rotations and picking things up that I can’t do, which is, luckily nothing I have to do in the car.”

What do you like about Laguna Seca, the racetrack?

“I think the corkscrew is really cool. The layout is awesome. It’s an old school classic track. It’s got a really nice flow to it as well, and yeah, the corkscrew is definitely the best part of that track. It’s pretty crazy, because it’s completely blind in a Formula car because of where you sit, you sit so low that you can’t look over anything. So, we depend on the corner workers a lot for that corner.”

What’s the most challenging aspect of that track?

“Probably say the high speed left leading up to the corkscrew. It’s just so fast, it just requires a lot of commitment, and then you’re going into a blind corner. Quite an interesting track. It’s got a lot of blind, high-speed corners.”

What are you looking forward to doing outside of the track?

“I’ve got a sushi place that I love to visit. It’s in Carmel. Sushi Heaven – it’s really good. Yeah, it’s one of my favorites. Actually, I’m excited to be taking a vacation with my wife Renay after the race. We’re going to see Napa and visit wineries. And you know, I’ve never been — I’ve only raced in Sonoma. Actually, looking forward to going to Jimmy Vasser’s winery.”

Are you going to any fancy restaurants out there?

“No, me and Renee are not fancy restaurant people. We like off the beaten path, more of the local venues, not the touristy ones.”

ARROW MCLAREN

Pato O’Ward, No. 5 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet:

“Two straight weekends with a win, and going to give it everything to make it three. We’ve always raced up front at Laguna Seca, but haven’t really put it all together to find our way to the podium. I’m hoping that changes and we keep the momentum rolling with the boys and girls on the 5 crew.”

Nolan Siegel, No. 6 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet:

“I’m looking forward to getting back to Laguna Seca. It’s close to home, and was where I made my debut with Arrow McLaren last season. We’ve had strong pace recently in the No. 6 NTT DATA Arrow McLaren Chevrolet, but haven’t quite landed the results to match. That’s the focus this weekend, and I feel like we’re in a good position to make it happen.”

Christian Lundgaard, No. 7 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet:

“Four races to go, and we’re focused on continuing our push in this championship fight and getting to the top of the podium. This has been a good track for me. I’ve had some great moments here, including the lap record in 2023, and I’m excited to see what we can do this weekend.”

Chevrolet wins at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca: 5

1993 – Paul Tracy – Team Penske

1991 – Michael Andretti – Newman Haas Racing

1990 – Danny Sullivan – Team Penske

1989 – Rick Mears – Team Penske

1988 – Danny Sullivan – Team Penske

Chevrolet poles at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca: 8

2023 – Felix Rosenqvist – Arrow McLaren

2022 – Will Power – Team Penske

1993 – Emerson Fittipaldi – Team Penske

1991 – Michael Andretti – Newman Haas Racing

1990 – Danny Sullivan – Team Penske

1989 – Rick Mears – Team Penske

1988 – Danny Sullivan – Team Penske

1987 – Mario Andretti – Newman Haas Racing

Chevrolet podiums at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca: 21

Chevrolet podiums at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca by driver: Mario Andretti (3), Danny Sullivan (3), Al Unser Jr. (3), Michael Andretti (2), Rick Mears (2), Will Power (2), Emerson Fittipaldi (1), Scott McLaughlin (1), Josef Newgarden (1), Bob Rahal (1), Alexander Rossi (1) and Paul Tracy (1)

Chevrolet podiums at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca by team: Team Penske (11), Newman Haas Racing (5), Galles Racing (3), Arrow McLaren (1), Rahal Hogan Racing (1)

Chevrolet laps led at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca: 556

Chevrolet laps led at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca by driver: Danny Sullivan (156), Michael Andretti (86), Mario Andretti (83), Paul Tracy (81), Rick Mears (52), Will Power (29), Pato O’Ward (15), Al Unser Jr. (14), Felix Rosenqvist (11), Josef Newgarden (10), Alexander Rossi (10), Emerson Fittipaldi (7), Callum Ilott (1), and Simon Pagenaud (1)

Chevrolet laps led at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca by team: Team Penske (332), Newman Haas Racing (169), Arrow McLaren (36), Galles Racing (14), Patrick Racing (4), and Juncos Hollinger Racing (1)

Manufacturer History at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

Wins (with competition):

8 – Honda (2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2019, 2000, 1997, 1996)

5 – Chevrolet (1993, 1991, 1990, 1989, 1988)

5 – Cosworth (1987, 1986, 1985, 1984, 1983)

4 – Ford (2001, 1999, 1998, 1992)

1 – Ilmor (1994)

1 – Mercedes (1995)

1 – Toyota (2002)

Poles (with competition):

8 – Chevrolet (2023, 2021, 1993, 1991, 1990, 1989, 1988, 1987)

6 – Honda (2024, 2021 2019, 2001, 2000, 1996)

5 – Ford (1999, 1998, 1997, 1995, 1992)

4 – Cosworth (1986, 1985, 1984, 1983)

1 – Ilmor (1994)

1 – Toyota (2002)

Historical Chevrolet in the INDYCAR SERIES information

INDYCAR SERIES Manufacturer Championships (since 1979)

Chevrolet-Powered Wins in the Twin-Turbo 2.2L V6 Era (2012 – Present)

Chevrolet-Powered Wins (All-time)

About General Motors

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TOP FUEL’S JUSTIN ASHLEY EAGER FOR BIG WEEKEND AT DENSO NHRA SONOMA NATIONALS

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SONOMA, Calif. (July 24, 2025) – Despite a second-round loss last weekend in Seattle, Justin Ashley remains on track to peak at perhaps the perfect time during the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, still bringing plenty of momentum into this weekend’s Denso NHRA Sonoma presented by PowerEdge at Sonoma Raceway.

Before that race, Ashley had won back-to-back events in his 12,000-horsepower Scag Power Equipment dragster, advancing to the final round at six of the previous seven races. Ashley still remains red-hot heading to Sonoma, staying in contention for the regular season championship – which nets the winner $150,000 in the nitro ranks – and getting him Countdown to the Championship ready.

He trails Shawn Langdon, who won in impressive fashion in Seattle, by 93 points heading into Sonoma, feeling momentum at a track that has served him well. Ashley won at the spectacular facility in 2023 and would love to add another on a weekend where marquee runs could be plentiful with standout weather expected.

“We love Sonoma,” Ashley said. “We’ve had success there in the past and it’s also one of the most beautiful places we race. The Friday night session, in particular, is one of the best generally on the entire tour. I think if the conditions are what they could be, I think it could be a record-setting session. It’s a place that we love to go.

“Now that we’re 10-plus races in, everyone has gotten themselves into a groove. I think for us, it’s about how can we take put ourselves in a position going into Indy where we can make a run in that No. 1 position heading into the Countdown. That’s where the focus is right now.”

Last season, Antron Brown (Top Fuel), Bob Tasca III (Funny Car), Aaron Stanfield (Pro Stock) and Smith (Pro Stock Motorcycle) all won in Sonoma, while Shawn Langdon, Austin Prock and Troy Coughlin Jr. won the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge. This year’s event will again be broadcast on FS1 on Friday and Sunday, with coverage of the popular Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge on FOX on Saturday.

It is the 12th of 20 races during the 2025 season, meaning only three races remain before the start of the Countdown to the Championship playoffs. The weekend in Sonoma is loaded, too, with qualifying under the lights on Friday, the GETTRX Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout and the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge on Saturday, and eliminations on Sunday.

Ashley plans to take full advantage against a talented Top Fuel field that includes Langdon, Tony Stewart, who is second in points, Brittany Force, who went a record-breaking 341.85 mph in Seattle, reigning champ and event winner Antron Brown and veteran Doug Kalitta.

“I think what we try to focus on is the individual race and let the points take care of themselves,” Ashley said. “But the regular season championship is something that’s definitely in our minds, especially with the $150,000 purse. That plays a big role in everything. In addition, we also want to seed ourselves in the best possible position when we go for the championship at the end of the year. Every position matters and we want to give ourselves a good shot at going in there No. 1.”

Funny Car’s Tasca earned his second Sonoma win last season over Ron Capps. This season has been dominated by John Force Racing teammates Prock and former champion Jack Beckman. Prock has four wins this season, while Matt Hagan won on Sunday in Seattle.

Pro Stock standout Stanfield defeated Cory Reed to earn his second Sonoma race win last season. Reed, of KB Titan Racing, is the most recent Pro Stock after his first career win in Norwalk. KB Titan Racing has dominated in 2025, winning all nine races. Leading the charge is points leader Dallas Glenn and reigning world champ Greg Anderson.

Pro Stock Motorcycle is again led by Herrera, though Matt Smith swept the weekend a year ago, including the GETTRX Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout. Herrera gets the first pick in a bonus race that also includes Richard Gadson, Angie Smith, Jianna Evaristo, Chase Van Sant, John Hall and Chris Bostick

The event also will feature thrilling competition in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, featuring some of the top drivers in the sport, as well as the Top the Cops exhibition and autograph sessions at the Mission Foods Midway Display and for Pro Stock Motorcycle riders at the Suzuki Display. A kids-only autograph session takes place under the Main Grandstand at 3 p.m. on Friday as well.

Fans are invited to the Nitro Alley Stage, which hosts Nitro School, meet and greets, music and more. Sonoma race fans can enjoy the special pre-race ceremonies that introduce and celebrate each of the drivers racing for the prestigious Wally on Sunday and includes the fan favorite SealMaster Track Walk. The final can’t-miss experience of any NHRA event is the winner’s circle celebration on Sunday after racing concludes, where fans are invited to congratulate event winners.

As always, fans get an exclusive pit pass to the most powerful and sensory-filled motorsports attraction on the planet. Fans get a unique chance to see teams in action and service their hot rods between rounds, get autographs from their favorite NHRA drivers, and more. They can also visit Manufacturers Midway, an exciting atmosphere that includes interactive displays, merchandise, food and fun for the entire family.

NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying will feature two rounds at 4:30 and 6:45 p.m. PT on Friday, July 25 and the final two rounds of qualifying on Saturday, July 26 at 11:45 a.m. and 2:15 p.m. Final eliminations are scheduled for 10:30 a.m. PT on Sunday, July 27. Television coverage includes qualifying action on FS1 at 10 p.m. ET on Friday, 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, and eliminations at 4 p.m. ET on Sunday. A broadcast of the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge takes place on FOX at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday.

Selections for the GETTRX Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout take place on Friday, with the first round of the bonus race set for 11:15 a.m. PT on Saturday. The semifinals follow at 1:45 and the final round takes place at 4:15 p.m. as part of a huge weekend in Sonoma. A special Callout broadcast also takes place at 9:30 p.m. ET on FS1.

To purchase tickets to the Denso NHRA Sonoma Nationals, fans can visit www.sonomaraceway.com or call 800-870-7223. For more information about NHRA, visit www.NHRA.com.

About DENSO and PowerEdge

Globally headquartered in Kariya, Japan, DENSO is a $47.9 billion leading mobility supplier that develops advanced technology and components for nearly every vehicle make and model on the road today. With manufacturing at its core, DENSO invests in around 180 facilities worldwide to provide opportunities for rewarding careers and to produce cutting-edge electrification, powertrain, thermal and mobility electronics products, among others, that change how the world moves. In developing such solutions, the company’s 158,000 global employees are paving the way to a mobility future that improves lives, eliminates traffic accidents, and preserves the environment. DENSO spent around 8.6 percent of its global consolidated sales on research and development in the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025. For more information about DENSO’s operations worldwide, visit https://www.denso.com/global/en/.

In North America, DENSO is headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, and employs 27,000+ team members across nearly 50 sites in the U.S, Canada and Mexico. In the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, DENSO in North America generated $12.5 billion in consolidated sales. To learn more about DENSO operations in the region and explore career opportunities, please visit https://www.denso.com/us-ca/en/. 

PowerEdge® is a value-driven line of high quality and durable aftermarket products, designed to deliver performance, and reliability. Backed by the sales, service, and logistics support of DENSO Products and Services Americas, Inc.—DENSO’s North American aftermarket headquarters in Long Beach, California—PowerEdge brings trusted quality at a competitive price. For more information, visit https://www.poweredgeproducts.com.

About Mission Foods

MISSION®, owned by GRUMA, S.A.B. de C.V., is the world’s leading brand for tortillas and wraps. MISSION® is also globally renowned for flatbreads, dips, salsas and Mexican food products. With presence in over 112 countries, MISSION® products are suited to the lifestyles and the local tastes of each country. With innovation and customer needs in mind, MISSION® focuses on the highest quality, authentic flavors, and providing healthy options that families and friends can enjoy together. For more information, please visit https://www.missionfoods.com/

About NHRA

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

NASCAR at Indianapolis Weekend Schedule and Highlights

By
Angie Campbell
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JULY 21: During the NASCAR Cup Series Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 21, 2024. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)NASCAR at Indianapolis Weekend Schedule and Highlights

The NASCAR Cup Series and Xfinity Series are set to race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway this weekend. Meanwhile, the ARCA Menards Series and Craftsman Truck Series will headline the action with events at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park on Friday.

Kyle Larson is the defending race winner of the prestigious Indianapolis Brickyard 400.

Cup Series Purse: $11,055,250
Xfinity Series Purse: $1,651,939
Truck Series Purse: $782,900

NASCAR Cup Series Highlights

The first Cup Series race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway was on August 6, 1994, and was won by Jeff Gordon. The Hendrick Motorsports driver led 93 laps of 160.

Gordon leads the NASCAR Cup Series in starts at the 2.5-mile asphalt oval with 23. Kevin Harvick and Gordon lead the series in poles at the 2.5-mile asphalt oval with three each.

Jeff Gordon was the youngest (23 years, 0 months, 2 days) Cup Series winner at Indianapolis. Bill Elliott was the oldest Cup Series Indianapolis winner (46 years, 9 months, 27 days).

Kyle Busch leads all active Cup Series drivers in starts with 17. He also leads all active drivers with two wins (2015 and 2016) at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Brad Keselowski is the only active Ford driver who has won the Brickyard 400 oval (2018).

Friday, July 25

Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park (IRP)

1 p.m.: ARCA Menards Series Practice
2 p.m.: ARCA Menards Series Qualifying
5:30 p.m.: ARCA Menards Series LiUNA! 150 presented by Dutch Boy – FS1/MRN

3:05 p.m.: Truck Series Practice – FS1
4:10 p.m.: Truck Series Qualifying – FS1
8 p.m.: Truck Series TSport 200 – FS1/MRN/SiriusXM
Post Truck Series race: NASCAR Press Pass

Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS)

12:05 p.m.: Xfinity Series Practice – Timed: 50 minutes
CW App

1:05: Cup Series Brickyard 400 Practice – Timed: 50 minutes
(Canceled due to rain, rescheduled for Saturday)

Saturday, July 26

Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS)

1 p.m.: Xfinity Series Qualifying
Impound/All Entries/Single Vehicle/1 Lap – CW App

2 p.m.: Cup Series Practice
Timed/All Entries/25 Minutes – truTV

2:40 p.m.: Cup Series Qualifying
Impound/All Entries/Single Vehicle/1 Lap
TruTV/ SiriusXM
Post Cup Qualifying: NASCAR Press Pass

4:30 p.m.: Xfinity Series Pennzoil 250
Stages 30/60/100 Laps = 250 Miles
CW/SiriusXM
Post Xfinity Series race: NASCAR Press Pass

Sunday, July 27

Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS)

2 p.m. Brickyard 400 Presented by PPG
Stages 50/100/160 Laps = 400 Miles
SiriusXM/TNT Sports/HBOmax
Post Cup Series race: NASCAR Press Pass

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