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No. 10 Smithfield/Weis Ford Racing: Aric Almirola Dover Advance

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ARIC ALMIROLA
Dover Advance
No. 10 Smithfield/Weis Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing

Event Overview

● Event: DuraMax Drydene 400 (Round 11 of 36)
● Time/Date: 3 p.m. EDT on Sunday, May 1
● Location: Dover (Del.) Motor Speedway
● Layout: 1-mile, concrete oval
● Laps/Miles: 400 laps/400 miles
● Stage Lengths: Stage 1: 120 laps / Stage 2: 130 laps / Final Stage: 250 laps
● TV/Radio: FS1 / PRN / SiriusXM NASCAR Radio

Notes of Interest

● This weekend marks Almirola’s final fulltime NASCAR Cup Series start at Dover (Del.) Motor Speedway. In his previous 18 Cup Series starts there, he has two top-five finishes, four top-10s, and he’s led 86 laps. In the 2010 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series race at Dover, Almirola visited victory lane after leading seven laps. It was his first Truck Series win. Almirola has four starts in the NASCAR Xfinity Series at Dover with a best finish of ninth.

● Although the statistics might not suggest it, Almirola and the No. 10 Smithfield Ford Mustang team have come oh so close to hoisting the trophy at Dover in the Cup Series. In the fall 2018 race there, he started 11th and gradually made his way into the lead by the final stage. He led a total of 64 laps before a late caution, but contact with the wall while racing aggressively in the closing laps ruined his victory bid and left him with a 13th-place finish. It was the first time the Tampa, Florida, native led laps on the concrete mile oval.

● Points: Almirola arrives at Dover 10th in the driver standings with 265 points, 103 out of first.

● Almirola’s career: In 398 NASCAR Cup Series starts, Almirola has earned three wins, 27 top-five finishes, 88 top-10s, three poles, and has led 899 laps.

● Through their relationship with Smithfield, Mid-Atlantic food retailer Weis Markets rejoins the No. 10 Ford at Dover for the third consecutive season with co-primary branding on the upper rear quarter panels, decklid and television panel of the uniquely colored red, white and black paint scheme this weekend.

● Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc., is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. Its 63,000 team members are dedicated to producing “Good food. Responsibly.®” Smithfield is one of the world’s leading vertically integrated protein companies. The company has pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including its industry-leading commitments to become carbon negative in U.S. company-owned operations and reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across its entire U.S. value chain by 2030. Smithfield believes in the power of protein to end food insecurity and has donated hundreds of millions of food servings to local communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan’s Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.SmithfieldFoods.com, and connect on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.

● Almirola was the only NASCAR Cup Series driver to finish in the top-10 in this year’s opening three races. He finished fifth in the season-opening Daytona 500 at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway, sixth at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, California, and sixth at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Almirola’s top-10 streak ended with a 12th-place finish at Phoenix Raceway despite running inside the top-10 throughout the race.

● One More Time: On Jan. 10, Almirola released a video on his YouTube channel announcing his retirement from fulltime NASCAR Cup Series racing after the 2022 season to spend more time with his family. This year marks Almirola’s 11th fulltime Cup Series season. The official press release can be viewed here.

● Beyond the 10 YouTube Series:In 2022, Almirola is once again sharing his life beyond the No. 10 Smithfield Ford with season three of his award-winning YouTube series. Fans and media can subscribe on YouTube to see Almirola’s personality on and off the track. Episodes have already featured life as a dad, a husband and an athlete, and it gives fans a unique perspective on what goes on in the life of a professional NASCAR driver. Fans can also follow Almirola’s social media channels: @Aric_Almirola on Twitter and Instagram, and @AricAlmirola on Facebook.

Aric Almirola, Driver of the No. 10 Smithfield/Weis Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing:

This is your last fulltime NASCAR Cup Series start at Dover. What are your feelings going into the weekend?

“I get asked what my favorite track is all the time during media days and meet-and-greets. My answer is always Dover and it shocks people. They would think Talladega or Daytona because I have had success there, but Dover is just a place I always love to race at. I got my first Truck Series win there and I always feel confident when we race there. It’s going to be bittersweet, but what will make it even sweeter is getting to victory lane again.”

What do you like about Dover?

“I love going to Dover because it’s one of those places you go 170 mph but you feel like you’re going 300 mph. The sensation of speed you get is unbelievable. We had a shot to win that race in 2018 and we led a lot of laps. Every time I go back there, I think about how we have the capabilities to run up front and win, which is the mindset we want every weekend.”

No. 10 Smithfield/Weis Ford Team Roster

Primary Team Members

Driver: Aric Almirola
Hometown: Tampa, Florida

Crew Chief: Drew Blickensderfer
Hometown: Decatur, Illinois

Car Chief: Jerry Cook
Hometown: Toledo, Ohio

Engineer: Davin Restivo
Hometown: Asheboro, North Carolina

Engineer: James Kimbrough
Hometown: Pensacola, Florida

Spotter: Joel Edmonds
Hometown: Dobson, North Carolina

Over-The-Wall Members

Front Tire Changer: Ryan Mulder
Hometown: Sioux Center, Iowa

Rear Tire Changer: Trevor White
Hometown: Arlington, Texas

Tire Carrier: Tyler Bullard
Hometown: King, North Carolina

Jack Man: Sean Cotton
Hometown: Mooresville, North Carolina

Fuel Man: James “Ace” Keener
Hometown: Fortuna, California

Road Crew Members

Mechanic: Chris Trickett
Hometown: Grafton, West Virginia

Mechanic: Robbie Fairweather
Hometown: Westbrookville, New York

Engine Tuner: Matt Moeller
Hometown: Monroe, New York

Tire Specialist: Rusty Davidson
Hometown: Mount Juliet, Tennessee

Transporter Co-Driver: Steven Casper
Hometown: Salisbury, North Carolina

Transporter Co-Driver: Matt Murphy
Hometown: Augusta, Georgia

Class II and Class III Slot Machines and why you need to know the difference

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Slot machines today are among the most popular casino games played and are offered in many different forms and locations. Recently online slots have been the biggest growth in popularity, and if you wish to join in check out a list of developers at wizardslots.com/providers.  However, when questioned, even the most seasoned players do not know the differences between a Class II and Class III slot machine.

The average user will not be able to discern the differences between a Class II and Class III machine. The user can only truly know through a thorough examination of the machine along with its manual and regulations tied to it. If you’re interested in exploring online slots further, you can also try your luck at Mostbet, a renowned platform known for its exciting slot games.

Understanding the distinction between Class II and Class III slot machines is crucial for players seeking to navigate the complexities of casino gaming. For those interested in exploring online casinos that offer a variety of gaming experiences, https://www.gaia-wines.gr/foreign-casinos/ provides information on foreign casinos, helping players find reputable platforms to enjoy their favorite games.

Class II Slot ‘Machines’

First and foremost, you may be wondering why the word machines are in quotations. Machines that operate under Class II are not permitted by law to use the term “Slot Machine” and must use a different name. The easiest way to detect a Class II is by looking at its technical name, most commonly called “Video Lottery Terminals”.

Class II slot machines also operate independently and deterministically. This means there isn’t any true randomness tied to the machine as everything is predetermined from the get-go, including payouts, jackpots, and winning tickets. Each time you operate this machine, the result has already been decided, you are just going through the motions. Slots are definitely one of the most popular and exciting games in non UK casinos accepting UK players. Play responsibly and enjoy the excitement within safe limits!

Class III Slot Machines

When people think of traditional slot machines, Class III is almost always what they refer to. Class III slot machines are the exact ones you find inside casinos in Vegas or other big cities and online casinos. Class III machines are legally allowed to be called “Slot machines” and operate as such.

Class III slot machines do not operate deterministically like Class II machines. Class III machines use internal or external programming to generate random numbers to determine payouts, jackpots, and winning tickets. These numbers are referred to as Random Number Generation (RNG).

Random number generation allows the machines to have infinite payouts compared to the limited number that Class II machines have.

Comparing the Differences Between Class II and Class II Slots

Below is a table comparing the key differences between Class II and Class II machines:

Class II MachinesClass III Machines
It cannot be influenced or changed by the Facility or Casino.Must use the name “Slot Machine”.
Subject to influence from the Facility or Casino.Cannot be influenced or changed by the Facility or Casino.
It has to use a name other than “Slot Machine”.Infinite amounts of winning chances, higher and even successive wins possible.
Not under regulations, therefore regulated by the Facility or Casino itself.Under strict regulations by law and requires government approval.
Deterministic payouts and winnings are set in stone.Randomly generated payouts through the use of a Random Number Generator. Winnings are truly random.
Winnings are not taxedWinnings are taxed

As you can see, Class II machines heavily favor the Casino or Facility operating them and therefore are not good for consumer use compared to their Class III counterparts. Applying this knowledge will allow you to gamble more safely whilst also giving you better odds of winning payouts.

Ozzy Tyres: Taking over the world of e-commerce in the wheels and tyres niche

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It has become one of the most trusted companies in the whole of Australia for multiple reasons.

It is so amazing to know and read more about all those brands and businesses that go beyond doing the usual and offer people they cater to something that can easily set them apart from the rest in the industry. It is so important today to speak more about all those businesses and brands that have the power to make a positive difference in the industries they step with the robust vision and mission to not just take it over but also create a unique niche for themselves in ways more than one. Who would have thought that the motor vehicle manufacturing industry would also see the rise of many such incredible brands, manufacturers, and businesses that would take the industry to the next level of success? We came to learn about one such incredible company called Ozzy Tyres, which has been doing all of that and much more with its wheels and tyres, packaging them in sets and selling them online after making them big in the wholesale and the retail realms.

If it is about buying wheels and buying tyres online, specifically about black wheels, hyper black wheels, 4×4 wheels, Hilux wheels, Holden wheels, Ford Falcon wheels, etc., or black rims, euro rims, JDM rims, Mag wheels, hyper black mag wheels, Toyota Hilux 4×4 wheels and everything related to that, it is hands down Ozzy Tyres. The motor infrastructure company is based in Australia and spread across the country digitally and physically through retail shops at different locations. Its extensive range of products in wheels and tyres, be it mag wheels, 4×4 wheels, alloy wheels, black rims, 4wd wheels, 4wd rims, 4×4 wheels, and tyre packages, and the much-talked-about company’s many other robust products in terms of the best wheels and tyres and so much more have become the talk of the town in the whole of Australia for varied reasons, but at the core of Ozzy Tyres, it is the honesty with which the company has been creating waves of growth in the whole of the industry across Australia. This particular trait has what helped Ozzy Tyres, and all its products become a top choice for car lovers, drivers, vehicle owners, and the rest as they feel compelled to buy from them online now, especially after seeing how the said brand has been spreading its wings in the digital realm in recent times.

Ozzy Tyres offers as amazing as 300 different styles of wheels offered in a variety of colours and more than 1,000 different tyres. It has definitely upped the game of motor vehicle manufacturing in Australia in ways more than one, which is also one of the prime reasons why Ozzy Tyres has made its mark already with having more than 25 years of experience in the industry. Today, Ozzy Tyres, with its retail, wholesale and online business, has made its mark in the industry, which already overflows with a lot of other players as well. They have been well-known importers in Australia and have even offered prices that have been quite economical for all those seeking the best services in buying wheels and tyres online or otherwise in the country. Buying wheels and tyres online or digitally with Ozzy Tyres has become a matter of ease and convenience for all those seeking the best services in the industry or the ones who need wheels and tyres in the middle of their journeys. They can do that by contacting them through their website, and their executives can prove to be of great help.

Ozzy Tyres have been selling exciting packages on wheels and tyres and began manufacturing them five years ago and still has managed to do and be their best in the ever-so-competitive markets. Also, the company is the first to offer packages of wheelsets and tyre sets online for customers. Offering all this in the latest designs, showcasing the innovation of the team behind Ozzy Tyres is also one of the important factors that have made all their offerings and products sought-after.

To know more, follow it on Instagram @ozzytyres or visit its website, http://www.ozzytyres.com.au/.

What does Perfectly Optimized mean in a Slot Game?

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Slot games have existed for over a hundred and thirty years now and have been transformed from mechanical wonders to computerized machines, and then finally into the palm of consumer’s hands via mobile platforms. Having mobile new slot games readily available to any and all have made them a part of the most loved games by all slot enjoyers.

With the advent of mobile slot games, the popularity of them has risen dramatically. A contributing factor of this rise is mobile games increased accessibility and the ability for the consumer to easily shop around between casinos to find the games they love the most.

With such a saturated market, mobile slot game developers must focus on making the most optimized game possible that is smooth, compatible, and exciting for as many mobile platforms as possible. The question remains, what exactly does optimization do? And where can you find these most optimal games?

What is Mobile Slot Game Optimization?

Optimization in mobile game development is streamlining functionalities, user interfaces, data usage, and user experiences for any device that interacts with that game or app. This is especially important to developers because the smoother and exciting the game, the more attractive it is to potential users.

For you or other users, optimization is done to provide the best possible experience regardless of the device used. The telltale signs of a well optimized game are that it is lag free, glitch free, feels smooth and intuitive, and functions well anywhere without any sort of catastrophic losses.

How are Mobile Slot Game Optimized?

Much like other games, mobile slot games are optimized through modifying their programing language code, specifically the HTML5 framework. The HTML5 framework allows for interconnectivity between multiple programming languages and offers its accessibility to millions of devices. Though the user will never see the optimization process, its important to note developers will likely spend hundreds of hours to make these fantastic mobile games as optimal and exhilarating as possible.

What are the Differences?

A poorly optimized game is immediately obvious to the user if they’ve had experience with an optimized game. An optimized game will feel naturally intuitive and engaging from the moment they start. An unoptimized game will feel the exact opposite, rough and abrasive to use likely due to poor performance, controls, and graphics.

Does having a more Optimized Mobile Slot Game result in higher Payouts?

No, optimization doesn’t involve changing the payouts as it focuses on the user experience whilst playing the game. It does however make the payouts more satisfying and appealing as the graphics are crisp and fun as well as an optimized game is easier to understand.

What is an Optimized Mobile Slot Game?

As mentioned before, there are some clear and obvious signs of a perfectly optimized mobile slot game. First off, game will run and look magnificent regardless of the device you’re using. Load times will be fast without any sort of slow-down or delay regardless of where you’re at. Controls will feel intuitive and easy to learn. Lastly, the gameplay itself will be lag free, glitch free, and completely smooth. It may be difficult to pick out each individual point of optimization, but when it’s done well as a whole, the game will be on a completely different level from its non-optimized counterparts. Finally, after learning what makes the most optimized mobile slot games, it’s time showcase exactly what we mean. Here are a few of the best slots with superb mobile optimization:

  • Dungeons and Diamonds
  • Eye of Horus
  • Solar Temple
  • Leprechaun Song
  • Reel King Mega

Are Jaguar Cars High Maintenance?

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Are you thinking about buying a Jaguar car? If you are, there are a few things you need to know about classic Jaguar repair and Jaguar service.

First of all, you have to decide if you would like to buy a new Jaguar or a classic Jaguar such as an E-type. Classic Jaguars are great, but what you need to bear in mind is maintenance cost. When it comes to classic cars such as Jaguars, repairs are expensive. The parts are often in short supply and have to be shipped in from abroad.

Is a new Jaguar cars a better option? What you need to appreciate is that Jaguar is a luxury brand. Compared to other makes, Jaguar repair and Jaguar service are both more expensive. Even replacing the brakes on new Jaguar cars is expensive.

The Annual Maintenance Cost

The first thing you need to realize once you have enjoyed your first drive in a Jaguar is the cost of the annual maintenance bill.

In the United States, the average maintenance bill for a family car comes in at around $650. As a performance car owner, you need to have slightly deeper pockets. Expect the average annual maintenance bill to be at least $1,000 if not more.

Maintenance bills only include run-of-the-mill maintenance options such as oil changes. When you need something extra including brake pads, you have to be prepared to dig even deeper. The price varies, but you can expect to pay at least $150 per axle for parts. The cost of labor in most Jaguar garages comes to about $450 per axle.

One thing that you need to appreciate about the Jaguar is that everything costs more to replace and repair.

Can You Repair and Maintain A Jaguar At Home?

If you are thinking about doing your own Jaguar repair and Jaguar service, you need to think twice. Not only do Jaguar mechanics have specialist training, but they also have special tools.

Many of the tools you would need are only available to trained Jaguar technicians. But that is not all. Dedicated Jaguar tools are also expensive.

The modern Jaguar car is packed with electronics and other advanced technology. A qualified Jaguar specialist has access to the software program that allows him to set up the car correctly. You need to know about the Jaguar to set it up for the best performance.

When you don’t have access to this program, keeping your Jaguar well-maintained is extremely challenging. There are software copies, but the genuine software program and kit is only available from Jaguar in the United Kingdom.

What Is The Jaguar Driving Experience Like?

Of course, the driving experience of a classic Jaguar is completely different from the modern Jaguar. However, it is still many automotive enthusiasts’ dream to own a classic Jaguar car.

Let’s use the classic E-type Jaguar as an example. Compared to American automobiles or sports cars of the same era, the E-type offers a fantastic driving experience. You will notice the difference as soon as you put your foot on the gas.

Unlike many of its contemporary competitors, the power of a classic E-type Jaguar is there instantly. Furthermore, it has no problem maintaining top speed providing the engine has been well maintained and serviced.

The Modern Jaguar Driving Experience

Although many of the new Jaguars look like family saloons, the cars have managed to retain that sports cars feel. When you corner with a Jaguar, you will immediately notice the difference.

The car will hold the road and hug the corners much better than other cars in the same category. You can certainly tell that this is a car that still wants to be a sports car.

But, unless you maintain your Jaguar the right way, you are not going to enjoy the driving experience as much. To continue to enjoy the driving experience, you need to appreciate that Jaguar service and Jaguar repair are both going to come at a price.

In Conclusion

Jaguars are great cars. The manufacturing quality dropped during the 1980s. However, since the brand was bought by Tata Motors with shared ownership with British Motor Holdings, Jaguars are once again cars that you want to own.
The range of Jaguars available is broader than ever before. It is one of the few car brands that is a pussy cat on the school run and a roaring wild cat on weekends. When you want to own a truly unique car, you should consider a first drive experience in a Jaguar.

Best Gaming Platforms: Which One Is Right For You?

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When it comes to choosing the best gaming website for your gaming needs and preferences, it can be a little bit overwhelming. After all, there are a lot of gaming websites out there and each one has its own unique pros and cons. It can be difficult to know where to begin. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of tips that can help you choose the right gaming website for your needs. In this article, we will be discussing the following:

Play Games, Not the Biggest or the Most Expensive

This may seem obvious, but when you are gaming on a budget, you will see so many people who are playing games they really can’t afford. While it is nice to have a large collection of games and consoles, the most important thing you can do is select games that you actually like to play. You don’t want to spend your money on games that you would rather rent. In addition, you don’t want to buy a game that will soon be replaced by a newer and better version. This can be a problem with certain Nintendo consoles where the company keeps on releasing newer and better versions of the same game. Instead of getting the original game to play with your friends, you will be spending money on a newer version that offers more features.

Look for a Good Mobile-Friendly Website

When you are gaming on a budget, it is important to find a website like F95zone that works well on mobile devices as well as computers. This may seem like a no-brainer, but there are so many websites that work poorly on mobile devices that it can be hard to know which ones to avoid. If a website is not mobile-friendly, you will not be able to play certain games or use certain features. You may have to log in every few days or weeks to make sure you have access to the site. In addition, you may have to click “this website is under construction” or “down for maintenance” after every time you use it.

Qualifying Procedure Expanded for 106th Indianapolis 500

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Additional Round To Establish First Four Rows, Decide Pole Position

INDIANAPOLIS (Tuesday, April 26, 2022) – The most pressure-filled four laps in racing have become even more challenging for those looking to qualify well and win the pole position for the 106th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.

INDYCAR officials have announced adjustments to PPG Presents Armed Forces Qualifying on Saturday, May 21 and Sunday, May 22, which sets the field for “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” on Sunday, May 29 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

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After Day One of qualifying from noon-5:50 p.m. (ET) Saturday, May 21, Day Two will include two rounds of qualification attempts to decide the first four rows, including pole position.

Starting in reverse order of speeds based on Day One, each of the top 12 drivers will have a guaranteed attempt to post a traditional four-lap qualifying time starting at 4 p.m. The fastest six will advance to the Firestone Fast Six at 5:10 p.m. to determine positions one through six and compete for the NTT P1 Award for pole. The slowest six will fill out starting positions seven through 12 according to their recorded time.

In the Firestone Fast Six, each entrant is again guaranteed one attempt and will qualify in reverse order based on their Top 12 qualification results. The fastest wins pole position, which includes a $100,000 prize, with the remaining five drivers filling out the remainder of the first two rows.

“We have an incredibly deep field heading into this year’s Indianapolis 500,” said INDYCAR President Jay Frye. “The timing is right to implement a new and dramatic way to expand one of the most intense weekends on our calendar. Winning pole position for the ‘500’ is an incredible feat, and with this new format, it will be even more challenging.”

2022 NTT INDYCAR SERIES championship points will be awarded for those who advance to the Top 12 qualifying session. The Indy 500 pole winner will receive 12 points, the second fastest will receive 11, and points awarded will decrease by one-point increments down to 12th fastest (one point).

“Indianapolis 500 qualifying weekend always is special,” Indianapolis Motor Speedway President J. Douglas Boles said “This format will give our fans even more opportunities to see INDYCAR’S world-class drivers compete on racing’s biggest stage. While winning the race is the ultimate prize, capturing pole position for the ‘500’ is one of motorsports’ most prestigious honors and almost a race within a race. I cannot wait to see this expanded format on the final Sunday before Race Day.”

A Last Chance Qualifying session for spots 31-33 is scheduled from 2-3 p.m. (ET) Sunday, May 22 if there are more than 33 entries competing for a spot in the world’s most prestigious auto race. Each entry is guaranteed one attempt and can make multiple attempts until time expires. If multiple attempts are made, previous times are withdrawn, and the fastest non-qualified car assumes the 33rd spot.

PPG Presents Armed Forces Qualifying Schedule (All times ET, subject to change):

Saturday, May 21

9-10:30 a.m.: Pre-Qualifying Practice: Peacock Premium, INDYCAR Radio Network

Noon-5:50 p.m.: NTT INDYCAR SERIES Qualifying: Setting positions 13-33 (or 13-30 if more than 33 entries) Peacock Premium, INDYCAR Radio Network

Sunday, May 22

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Last Chance Practice (If necessary): Peacock Premium, INDYCAR Radio Network

12:30-2 p.m.: Top 12 Practice: Peacock Premium, INDYCAR Radio Network

2-3 p.m.: Last Chance Qualifying: (Positions 31-33, if necessary) Peacock Premium, INDYCAR Radio Network

4 p.m.: Indianapolis 500 Top 12 Qualifying: NBC, INDYCAR Radio Network

5:10 p.m.: Firestone Fast Six: NBC, INDYCAR Radio Network

5:40 p.m.: NTT P1 Award Presentation: NBC, INDYCAR Radio Network

A practice session for all 33 Indianapolis 500 starters is scheduled for noon-2 p.m. Monday, May 23, with live coverage on Peacock Premium and the INDYCAR Radio Network. Fans will be permitted in the infield only. Gates 2, 4, 6S, 7 and 7S will be open from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Bronze and silver badges will be honored for gate admission and corresponding garage and pit access.

Live coverage of the 106th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge starts at 11 a.m. Sunday, May 29 on NBC, Peacock Premium, Telemundo Deportes on Universo and the INDYCAR Radio Network. The full Month of May schedule will be announced later.

The 2022 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season continues Sunday, May 1 at Barber Motorsports Park for the Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama presented by AmFirst. Race coverage begins at 1 p.m. on NBC, with INDYCAR Radio Network coverage available at 12:30 p.m.

Autodesk/HaasTooling Racing: Cole Custer Dover Advance

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COLE CUSTER
Dover Advance
No. 41 Autodesk/HaasTooling.com Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing

Event Overview

● Event: Dover 400 (Round 11 of 36)
● Time/Date: 3 p.m. EDT on Sunday, May 1
● Location: Dover (Del.) Motor Speedway
● Layout: 1-mile, concrete oval
● Laps/Miles: 400 laps/400 miles
● Stage Lengths: Stage 1: 120 laps / Stage 2: 130 laps / Final Stage: 150 laps
● TV/Radio: FS1 / PRN / SiriusXM NASCAR Radio

Notes of Interest

● Cole Custer and his No. 41 Autodesk/HaasTooling.com Ford Mustang team for Stewart-Haas Racing (SHR) head to one of his best racetracks, statistically, when they take to the Dover (Del.) Motor Speedway concrete mile oval for Sunday’s Dover 400 NASCAR Cup Series race.

● Back with Custer and the No. 41 SHR Ford team for the first of this season’s six appearances as primary partner is San Francisco-based Autodesk. Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) is a leader in software applications for the engineering, manufacturing, construction, architecture, media and entertainment industries. The 2022 season marks Autodesk’s fifth year with SHR, and the partnership is more than skin deep. The team utilized Autodesk’s Fusion 360 design and manufacturing software extensively to create lightweight, but strong, components for its fleet of Gen 6 racecars. Autodesk’s generative design capabilities and its Fusion 360 software helps designers and engineers quickly find optimal solutions to design problems, like SHR’s brake pedal revision in its Gen 6 racecars, as chronicled in this video. The new pedal accounted for a 32 percent reduction in weight with a 50 percent increase in stiffness, with the optimized design being realized by Fusion 360. The entire project took just two months to complete – from initial design to simulation, additive manufacturing of the pedal, testing and finalized part. Just as importantly, it was all delivered within two weeks of the needed race date.

● Also riding along with Custer and his SHR Mustang this weekend is team co-owner Gene Haas’ newest holding, Haas Tooling, which was launched as a way for CNC machinists to purchase high-quality cutting tools at great prices. Haas cutting tools are sold exclusively online at HaasTooling.com and shipped directly to end users. HaasTooling.com products became available nationally in July 2020. Haas Automation, founded by Haas in 1983, is America’s leading builder of CNC machine tools. The company manufactures a complete line of vertical and horizontal machining centers, turning centers and rotary tables and indexers. All Haas products are constructed in the company’s 1.1-million-square-foot manufacturing facility in Oxnard, California, and distributed through a worldwide network of Haas Factory Outlets.

● Sunday’s 400-mile race will be Custer’s 86th Cup Series start and his fourth at Dover. He’s riding a streak of back-to-back top-10 finishes at The Monster Mile after scoring an 11th-place finish in his Cup Series debut there. His most recent Dover outing was a 10th-place run last May, and was preceded by finishes of 11th and 10th during a Saturday-Sunday Dover doubleheader weekend in August 2020. Custer’s average Cup Series finish of 10.3 at Dover ranks best among tracks where he’s raced more than once.

● Custer’s six outings at Dover in the NASCAR Xfinity Series collectively rank among his best in 104 career starts in that series from 2017 through 2019. His most recent, in October 2019, was his best. He qualified third in the No. 00 SHR Ford and led 31 laps en route to a victory by a one-second margin over runner-up Justin Allgaier. It was his fourth of four top-fives and fifth of five top-10s in his six Xfinity Series starts at Dover. In the May 2019 race, he qualified on the pole and led a race-high 155 of 200 laps before finishing fourth. That came on the heels of his runner-up finish in the October 2018 race, when he led 38 laps and crossed the finish line .525 of a second behind Christopher Bell. Custer finished fourth in his Dover Xfinity Series debut in May 2017 and eighth in the October 2017 race.

● In NASCAR Camping World Truck Series competition, the native of Ladera Ranch, California, has a best finish of fifth in the most recent of his three Dover outings, when he drove the No. 00 entry for JR Motorsports in the May 2016 race. He led a race-high 67 of 200 laps en route to a 13th-place finish in the May 2015 Truck Series race for JR Motorsports.

● The 24-year-old from Ladera Ranch, California saw a promising run at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway end with engine issues 98 laps into Sunday’s GEICO 500. He arrives at Dover 26th in the Cup Series standings.

● Two weekends ago, in the Food City Dirt Race at Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway, Custer earned his first career NASCAR Cup Series pole. The starting grid for Sunday night’s race on the half-mile, dirt-covered Bristol oval was determined via four nine-car, 15-lap heat races, in which drivers earned points based on their finishing position and the number of cars they passed. Custer finished second in the first heat after starting in the ninth and final position to earn 16 points, more than any other driver in the 36-car field.

Cole Custer, Driver of the No. 41 Autodesk/HaasTooling.com Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing

You’ve had a good bit of experience on the Monster Mile at Dover. What would be your favorite memory?

“For me, it was winning there in the Xfinity Series. It was a track I always wanted to win at and it took me some time. I was close a lot of times, so to finally win there meant a ton. It’s the coolest trophy you can win with the Monster, and it’s one every driver wants to check off their list.”

Dover is a track where a small, one-car incident can turn into a multicar mess and usually it’s the guys in the back who get the short end of the stick. How can that be avoided?

“At Dover it’s especially difficult when you have to start deep in the field. It’s really hard to pass, at times, and you can get caught up in wrecks easily. A lot of times you’ll see guys wreck and come down the track collecting a lot of others. This weekend, it will be ultra-important to qualify well and maintain track position from the beginning of the race to the end.”

It seems drivers either love or hate Dover. What are your feelings toward the racetrack?

“I love Dover. You’ve got to be really aggressive and just go for it, or it’ll eat you up. But you also have to be very strategic with how you work the gas pedal and make your way through the corners. There’s a reason it’s called the Monster Mile. If you aren’t ready for it, and don’t pay attention to those details, it can be a handful.”

No. 41 Autodesk/HaasTooling.com Team Roster

Primary Team Members

Driver: Cole Custer
Hometown: Ladera Ranch, California

Crew Chief: Mike Shiplett
Hometown: Amherst, Ohio

Car Chief: Tony Cardamone
Hometown: Bristol, Virginia

Engineer: Lee Deese
Hometown: Rockingham, North Carolina

Engineer: Scott Bingham
Hometown: Lawrenceville, Georgia

Spotter: Andy Houston
Hometown: Hickory, North Carolina

Over-The-Wall Members

Front Tire Changer: Josh Leslie
Hometown: Mount Clemens, Michigan

Rear Tire Changer: Coleman Dollarhide
Hometown: Hickory, North Carolina

Tire Carrier: Chad Emmons
Hometown: Tyler, Texas

Jack Man: Matthew Schlytter
Hometown: Ponte Vedra, Florida

Fuel Man: Dewayne Moore
Hometown: Griffin, Georgia

Road Crew Members

Mechanic: Joe Zanolini
Hometown: Sybertsville, Pennsylvania

Shock Specialist: Aaron Kuehn
Hometown: Kensington, Connecticut

Tire Specialist: Austin Greco
Hometown: Harrisburg, North Carolina

Transporter Co-Driver: David Rodrigues
Hometown: Santa Clarita, California

Transporter Co-Driver: Charlie Schleyer
Hometown: Youngsville, Pennsylvania

Mahindra Tractors Racing: Chase Briscoe Dover Advance

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CHASE BRISCOE
Dover Advance
No. 14 Mahindra Tractors Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing

Event Overview

● Event: Dover 400 (Round 11 of 36)
● Time/Date: 3 p.m. EDT on Sunday, May 1
● Location: Dover (Del.) Motor Speedway
● Layout: 1-mile, concrete oval
● Laps/Miles: 400 laps/400miles
● Stage Lengths: Stage 1: 120 laps / Stage 2: 130 laps / Final Stage: 150 laps
● TV/Radio: FS1 / PRN / SiriusXM NASCAR Radio

Notes of Interest

● Chase Briscoe, driver of the No. 14 Mahindra Tractors Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing (SHR), looks to rebound at Dover (Del.) Motor Speedway this weekend following a disappointing result at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway. Briscoe finished 37th in last Sunday’s GEICO 500 after getting caught in a wreck on lap 56.

● Ten races into the season, Briscoe is 12th in the driver standings, 122 points out of first. He currently holds a spot in the 16-driver playoff field by virtue of his win March 13 at Phoenix Raceway.

● Briscoe has one Cup Series start at Dover, resulting in a 35th-place finish. He started the race from 17th and ran inside the top-20 before losing a right-rear tire at the end of the first stage. Trouble plagued the No. 14 team for the rest of the race, forcing Briscoe to make additional pits stops before a visit to the garage to diagnose handling issues. Briscoe finished the event, albeit 60 laps behind the leader.

● The dirt racer from Mitchell, Indiana, found his way victory lane at the Monster Mile in the second race of the 2020 NASCAR Xfinity Series Saturday-Sunday doubleheader at the concrete oval. Briscoe started last in the Sunday race after going to a backup racecar and proceeded to lead three times for a race-high 107 laps en route to his sixth win of the season. He won the race by a commanding 2.463-second margin over second-place Ross Chastain.

● In total, Briscoe has five starts in the Xfinity Series at Dover, his win in 2020 among his three top-five finishes and four top-10s. He also made one NASCAR Camping World Truck Series start at Dover in June 2017, finishing 12th after earning his first career NASCAR pole.

● Mahindra Tractors, a brand of Houston-based Mahindra Ag North America, makes their first trip to the Monster Mile as the primary sponsor on the No. 14 Ford Mustang. Part of Mahindra Group’s Automotive and Farm Sector, Mahindra Ag North America is the No. 1-selling farm tractor company in the world, based on volumes across all company brands. Mahindra farm equipment is engineered to be easy to operate by first-time tractor or side-by-side owners, and heavy duty to tackle the tough jobs of rural living, farming and ranching. Steel-framed Mahindra tractors and side-by-sides are ideal for customers who demand performance, reliability and comfort at a great value. Mahindra dealers are independent, family-owned businesses located throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Chase Briscoe, Driver of the No. 14 Mahindra Tractors Ford Mustang for Stewart-Haas Racing:

Dover is a unique track, so is there anywhere we’ve been this year that you can pull from and compare to set expectations for this weekend?

“I don’t really know. I’ve been running Dover on the simulator for the last two or three weeks. And I feel like, from a driving standpoint, the new car drives pretty good. I don’t know what to expect, though, it’s hard to say. This car has raced really, really well on high-speed racetracks. Dirty air has been way less of a factor than it was in the old car. But then when we go to the short tracks, it’s kind of been the opposite. So, I don’t know where Dover’s going to fall in that. I will say the car on the simulator at least drove better than I thought it would, so I’m kind of interested to see what happens when we get there. It’s definitely going to be extremely fast in the corner. From a physical side, it’s going to be probably one of the toughest races this year, just with ride quality and the G-forces and things like that.”

Is Dover a track you’ve enjoyed in the past?

“Yeah, I’ve always loved going there. It’s really high-speed, high-commitment, high-reward, and those are the kind of places I enjoy running. So yeah, I’ve always enjoyed going there and I’d love to get another win there. It’s one of my favorite racetracks, especially when we can move around and run other lanes, and that’s the area I’m kind of curious to see how this NextGen car kind of plays into that. It’ll be a really fast track this weekend, so hopefully we’ll have a fast car and be able to take advantage of it.”

No. 14 Mahindra Tractors Team Roster

Primary Team Members

Driver: Chase Briscoe
Hometown: Mitchell, Indiana

Crew Chief: John Klausmeier
Hometown: Perry Hall, Maryland

Car Chief: J.D. Frey
Hometown: Ferndale, California

Engineer: Mike Cook
Hometown: Annapolis, Maryland

Engineer: Marc Hendricksen
Hometown: Clinton, New Jersey

Spotter: Joey Campbell
Hometown: Berlin, Connecticut

Over-The-Wall Members

Front Tire Changer: Daniel Coffey
Hometown: Granite Falls, North Carolina

Rear Tire Changer: Chris Jackson
Hometown: Rock Hill, South Carolina

Tire Carrier: Jon Bernal
Hometown: Shelby, North Carolina

Jack Man: Brandon Banks
Hometown: High Point, North Carolina

Fuel Man: Corey Coppola
Hometown: Bluefield, West Virginia

Road Crew Members

Underneath Mechanic: Stephen Gonzalez
Hometown: Mooresville, North Carolina

Interior Mechanic: Trevor Adams
Hometown: Naples, Florida

Tire Specialist: Keith Eads
Hometown: Arlington, Virginia

Shock Specialist: Brian Holshouser
Hometown: Charlotte, North Carolina

Engine Tuner: Jon Phillips
Hometown: Jefferson City, Missouri

Transporter Co-Driver: Todd Cable
Hometown: Shelby, North Carolina

Transporter Co-Driver: Rob Fink

Hometown: Mocksville, North Carolina

The Pete Store Makes Return to Front Row Motorsports at Dover

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Truck Dealership Back with Todd Gilliland

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (April 26, 2022) – The Pete Store, a network of Peterbilt truck dealerships, will again partner with Front Row Motorsports. Todd Gilliland will race No. 38 The Pete Store Ford Mustang this weekend at the Dover (Del.) Motor Speedway.

With locations spanning the eastern United States, The Pete Store offers sales, service, leasing, parts, and financing of Peterbilt trucks. A recipient of numerous awards, including Peterbilt North American Dealer of the Year (2004, 2016 and 2018), The Pete Store is a respected dealer in the transportation industry with a record for quality support.

“We have a strong partnership with Front Row Motorsports,” said Greg Arscott, President of The Pete Store. “We always enjoy our brand on the track, and we are proud to support their tractor as they race across the country. We are looking forward to watching Todd race this Sunday in Dover.”

The Pete Store has a footprint that includes ten states, 27 locations, and 1,500 miles of service coverage on the East Coast. They have been with Front Row Motorsports for years and provide the most reliable tractor in the NASCAR Cup Series.

“Our hauler is one of the most important pieces of equipment we have,” said Gilliland. “Peterbilt powers our hauler and that’s all thanks to The Pete Store,” said Gilliland. “The Pete Store gets us to the track to race and it is cool to race their colors. They supported me in the truck series and now are with me in the NASCAR Cup Series. I am proud to race for them.”

For more information about The Pete Store, visit www.petestore.com

About The Pete Store

The Pete Store is a growing network of Peterbilt truck dealerships, with locations spanning the Eastern United States. Through our exclusive Peterbilt dealerships we offer sales of new and pre-owned trucks, truck parts, body shops, and truck service. A recipient of numerous awards, including Peterbilt North American Dealer of the Year (2004, 2016 and 2018), The Pete Store is a respected dealer in the transportation industry with a track record for quality support.

About Front Row Motorsports

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

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