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NTE/SSR Suffers Heartbreak at Rolex 24 At Daytona

DAYTONA, Fla., (February 1, 2022) — Returning for their second year in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, NTE Sport and Star Spangled Racing kicked off the season again with another challenging effort in the 60th running of the Rolex 24 At Daytona. The No. 42 Lamborghini Huracan GT3 Evo, driven by Don Yount, Benjamin Hites, Jaden Conwright, and Markus Palttala, showed strong pace all week, but in the end, retired from the 24-hour endurance race early, suffering from a mechanical issue

After a week of practicing in the rain and undesirable conditions, Yount started the race on Saturday afternoon from 18th in class in much-desired sunshine and dry conditions. Cognizant to keep the car clear of traffic and any on-track incidents, the team focused the first stint on consistent lap times, setting the car up to be best over the long haul. For the next eight hours, Hites, Yount, Conwright, and Palttala chipped through the GTD class in an effort to break into the top five in class. Approaching the halfway point, Conwright battled against Milroy in the No. 70 McClaren with the two drivers exchanging positions throughout the course of their stints.

Shortly after 2:00 am, Hites increased pressure after having difficulty trying to pass Lacorte in the No. 47 Ferrari for several laps, resulting in contact with the Ferrari. Hites served a drive-through penalty and continued the chase to break into the top five in class. As the night waned, the drivers were unable to stay within the top five and moved up and down in standing, still remaining in the top ten.

forty-five minutes after sunrise, Hites reported into the pit box that there was an ABS sensor warning. As he braked for turn one the car locked up and the front left tire blew out, causing damage to the car. He limped the Lamborghini to the box and the team determined it required a trip back to the garage. After what the team hoped was a suitable repair to allow them to finish the race, they made a driver change, but Conwright soon received another ABS sensor light. NTE Sport owner Paul Mata was forced to make the difficult decision to retire from the race.

The Dallas, TX-based team returns to Florida March 16-19 as the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship heads to Sebring International Raceway for the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring. For event information, visit imsa.com.

Michelin Pilot Challenge
In Michelin Pilot Challenge, the entry of the partnership of NTE Sport and mc2 autosport had a tough start to the race week, with an incident early into the weekend. The team quickly repaired the car and rebounded, making the No. 12 Aston Martin Vantage ready for drivers Manny Franco, Josh Hurley, and Thomas Merrill. Manny Franco piloted the No. 12 Aston Martin Vantage GT4 in qualifying to an 18th in class starting position for Friday’s Michelin Pilot Challenge race. Lap after lap, the team charged through the field until a cooling issue retired the car early. The team hopes to contest in the full Michelin Pilot Challenge season, with further announcements being made at a later date.

About NTE Sport
NTE Sport is based in Dallas, Texas, and first raced in 2020. Owner Paul Mata has been in the industry for over 20 years before starting his own team and has always focused on bringing together a diverse group of individuals to provide new opportunities and bring new people into the sport. Past female drivers include Sheena Monk and Ashley Freiberg, and drivers from diverse racial backgrounds include Ryan Nash, Jaden Conwright, and Kerong Li. Dedicated to bringing highly skilled individuals from various backgrounds, NTE Sport aims to continue to make North American sports car racing a fun, welcoming, supportive environment while participating in the most competitive series in North America.

About Star Spangled Racing
Based in Jacksonville, Florida, Star Spangled Racing is a newer sports car racing team, established in 2020 by first-generation immigrant Tiger Tari from Turkey. Tari is an accomplished businessman, race car driver, and philanthropist with big motorsport ambitions. Star Spangled Racing provides driving opportunities in the USA and Europe. Follow on Instagram here.

About mc² autosport
The founding principle of mc² autosport is that the simplest solution is most often the correct one. Our highly-professional staff are carefully selected for each of our drivers, and they are proven leaders in their class of vehicle. Our primary objective is to eliminate as many race day variables as possible, control what we can control, and mitigate any concerns that could impact the outcome of the race. We take the most direct approach to success by focusing on what’s important now. We do it right and we do it once.

About Southwest Funding
Southwest Funding began operations in 1993 under the name Dallas Residential Mortgage. We enjoyed great success early on and before long we were serving the entire state of Texas. This growth caused us to change our name to Texas Residential Mortgage.

As we continued to grow and thrive in the industry, Texas Residential Mortgage was changed to Southwest Funding to better accommodate our growing business in other states.

Today we’re still thriving, thanks in part to happy customers who have spread the word about what our company is doing to help borrowers get a home loan that fits their situation in an enjoyable and timely way. www.southwestfunding.com

About Gas Monkey Garage
Richard Rawlings, owner and founder of Gas Monkey Garage, is the star of the international hit series “Fast N’ Loud” & “Garage Rehab”. Since the inception of Gas Monkey Garage in 2004, Richard Rawlings continues to be anything except ordinary. Having built two commissioned custom cars for Hot Wheels, setting numerous world records, and cementing Gas Monkey Garage as a household name, Richard does anything but blend in!

Aside from his garage and television shows, Rawlings is a savvy businessman, turning Gas Monkey Garage into a full-fledged brand, owning multiple restaurants/venues, selling merchandise worldwide, and becoming a social media maverick boasting 20+ million followers. Learn more about Richard Rawlings and Gas Monkey at GasMonkeyGarage.com.

Lamborghini Dallas
Lamborghini Dallas has earned the Highest Rated Lamborghini Dealer in the United States award by DealerRater 10 years in a row. With a state-of-the-art showroom, factory-certified service facility, parts depot, and a team of master technicians, Lamborghini Dallas is dedicated to the legacy of the famed raging bull. As a member of Boardwalk Auto Group, we cultivate a focus on top-flight performance. It’s the driving force behind every nameplate we represent, every car we maintain, and every customer we have the privilege to serve. Performance. It’s what we do.

About the DropUp Agency
The Dropup Agency is a consulting firm that provides innovative technology and marketing solutions. Companies of all sizes trust us to provide modernized results with a scalable infrastructure, helping them to transform digitally. Through innovation, creative design, and passion-driven marketing, Dropup helps brands more uniquely connect with customers.
www.thedropupagency.com

Violet Defense to Serve as Primary Partner for Keselowski at LA Clash

Keselowski to Debut 2022 Violet Defense Scheme in his RFK Debut at Clash; Innovative brand to be featured as the primary on multiple entries for the No. 6 and No. 17 in ’22 Season

CONCORD, N.C. (Feb. 1, 2022) – Violet Defense, who joined the RFK Racing fold in 2021, will serve as the primary partner when NASCAR Champion Brad Keselowski makes his much anticipated debut as the driver/owner for RFK Racing this Sunday in the iconic No. 6 Ford at the Clash at the LA Coliseum. In addition, the leading innovation brand will serve as the primary partner on multiple entries for the No. 6 and No. 17 NASCAR Cup Fords during the 2022 season.

“We are excited to be partnering with the RFK Racing team again this year, especially with Brad joining the team. Not only does this partnership give us the opportunity to support the RFK team, it gives us a great platform to educate businesses and the sports community about the value of UV disinfection to protect the health and safety of their teams,” said Terrance Berland, CEO of Violet Defense.

Keselowski, the 2012 Cup Series Champion, joined RFK Racing in November and enters the 2022 campaign as one of the sport’s top drivers to watch. He finished top-10 in points in nine of the last 11 seasons, including a runner-up result in 2020. Overall Keselowski has 75 NASCAR wins including 35 in the Cup Series, and will embark on his 13th full-time season in the sport’s top level.

The much anticipated LA Clash will take place Sunday (Feb. 6, 6 p.m. ET, FOX). The Orlando-based germ killing company entered into a multi-year partnership in the fall of 2021, debuting with a four-race slate to close out that season. In addition to the primary schedule below, Violet Defense will continue to serve as an associate partner in all races in 2022.

“We’re thrilled to not only continue, but expand this partnership with Violet Defense, a company that is proving to push the envelope in all areas,” said Steve Newmark, RFK Racing President. “Their excitement to be in the sport and with our race team is unparalleled, and their products and services continue to be at the forefront of our efforts to keep our employees safe and healthy both at home and on the road.”

Violet Defense Primary Races

Feb. 6: Clash – No. 6
Feb. 27: Fontana – No. 6
March 13: Phoenix – No. 6
April 3: Richmond – No. 17
July 31: Indy Road Course – No. 17
Oct. 23: Homestead – No. 6

About Violet Defense

Violet Defense uses UV disinfection to protect everyday spaces from harmful pathogens by killing up to 99.9% of E. coli, Salmonella, MRSA, C. diff., Norovirus, C. auris, and coronavirus. Violet Defense’s technology is the only known Pulsed Xenon solution that can be installed into a room full-time, creating a continuous way to address disinfection needs of all types of settings. For more information, visit www.violetdefense.com or follow us on Facebook or LinkedIn (@violetdefense).

About Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing
RFK Racing, in its 35th season of competition in 2022, features an ownership lineup pairing one of the sport’s most iconic names, Jack Roush, along with NASCAR Champion, Brad Keselowski, and Fenway Sports Group owner John Henry. Roush initially founded the team in 1988 and it has since become one of the most successful racing operations in the world, propelling him to be the first NASCAR owner to amass three hundred wins and capturing eight championships, including back-to-back NASCAR Cup titles in 2003 and 2004. Keselowski, a former owner himself in the NASCAR Truck Series, joins the ownership fold while piloting the iconic No. 6 Ford, and brings to the team a championship mindset himself having won the 2012 NASCAR Cup Series Championship. In 2007, Roush partnered with Henry, who also owns Major League Baseball’s Boston Red Sox and English Premier League’s Liverpool F.C., to form Roush Fenway Racing. Off the track, RFK is a leader and proven winner in NASCAR marketing solutions, having produced multiple award-winning social media, digital content and experiential marketing campaigns. Visit rfkracing.com, and follow the team on all social platforms @rfkracing.

Magnus Racing Finishes Second at Rolex 24, Glimpses Holy Rolex

And here concludes the tale of John Potter, King of Magnus and the knights and drivers of the No. 44 Aston Martin Vantage GT3—The Wise Sir Andy Lally, Sir Spencer Pumpelly the Brave, and Sir Jonny Adam, the not-quite-so-brave-as-Sir-Spencer-Pumpelly. Them and their trusty crew went on a great crusade to search for the Holy Rolex at Rolex 24 At Daytona and came in second place, instead receiving a very beautiful shrubbery. The runner-up finish brought Aston Martin Racing their best result at the famed event, leading to much rejoicing from the peasants throughout the land.

“We’ve had to wait for too long to see an Aston Martin finish on the podium at Daytona, and Magnus Racing knows what it is doing when it comes to top-class GT endurance racing in the US,” said Huw Tasker, Head of Customer Racing at Aston Martin. “That the team decided to race with Vantage in 2022 is further evidence of its growing reputation and the overall success of the GT3 programme. The level of competitiveness for Magnus Racing throughout the race is proof that Aston Martin can contend for victory in the biggest endurance races around the world, and we look forward to working with them through 2022.”

The group set out for their sacred quest for the Holy Rolex on Saturday afternoon from ninth place with Potter competing against 21 fearful foe. Despite the 61-car field, the team rode the trusty steed to the top five within the first four hours and remained steady for the majority of the race. Record cold temperatures descended on Daytona International Speedway over the course of the race, but all at Magnus Racing remained strong and brave as they charged forward. As one does over the course of a 24-hour race with 61 cars, the Magnus Racing Aston Martin fell two laps down to tenth position in the GTD class but used the 16 caution periods to their advantage to reclaim ground given to them by the racing gods, getting back on the lead lap.

By the halfway point, the team was back in third place, and Sir Andy Lally took the class lead two hours later. Two hours before sunrise, Sir Spencer Pumpelly found himself in an intense duel while running in second place and spun off track in the Le Mans Chicane. He rejoined in fourth and continued to press on, keeping the car as close to the leaders as possible as the sun came up. Lally took over for the final run, running in third as the checkered flag neared. With flawless pit stops, the team was able to keep the car in position to fight for a podium. With less than 30 minutes on the race clock, the second-place car received a drive-through penalty, moving the Magnus No. 44 car up to second place, where the team finished, earning Aston Martin Racing their best win at the grueling event.

The Twelve Hours of Sebring is next up for the Utah-based team, March 16-19 at Sebring International Raceway. Magnus Racing is slated to only run the four endurance races in the 2022 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship calendar: the Rolex 24 At Daytona, Twelve Hours of Sebring, Six Hours of the Glen and Petit Le Mans.

Stand by for attack. The oil of many a valiant car shall be avenged. In the name of Beau Barfield, we shall not stop our fight until each one of our foes run behind us and the Holy Rolex returns to whom God has chosen.

Thus ends this chapter in Magnus Racer and the Holy Rolex. In case you don’t know why this release is worded in such a grand fashion, please enjoy the video below.

21 Team Headed to the L.A. Coliseum

Back in the day, NASCAR promoters could pack the grandstands for stock car races inside football stadiums.

Races on the quarter-mile oval inside Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem, N.C., were popular in days gone by and still wildly successful today.

NASCAR officials are hoping to capture some of that bullring magic with this weekend’s Busch Light Clash at the L.A. Coliseum.

Harrison Burton will make his debut in the No. 21 Motorcraft/Quick Lane Mustang on the quarter-mile asphalt oval track that has been constructed inside the historic Coliseum.

Although he raced often on short tracks as he worked his way up racing’s ladder Burton has little experience on a track as tight as the one inside the Coliseum.

“I ran some three-eights and some quarter miles in Legends cars, but none in a stock car,” he said. “It’s going to be an adjustment period for sure. There’s not much of a notebook for that.

“Preparing for the race and understanding the track will be a challenge.”

Burton said he’s relying on iRacing and on the simulation tools provided by Ford Performance to learn all he can prior to the opening practice session on Saturday morning.

“There are ways to get it done,” he said. “I’ve used iRacing and simulation in the past to prepare for road courses and new tracks, and this one is definitely a new one.”

Historically speaking, he has big shoes to fill at his Wood Brothers team when it comes to Cup-level success on stadium tracks. Team founder Glenn Wood won four Cup races at Bowman Gray Stadium, and Marvin Panch added a fifth. Wood led every lap in three of his Stadium wins as did Panch in his.

Saturday’s practice session will be shown on FOX Sports 2 at 12:30 PM ET. Qualifying will be at 8:30 PM ET on Fox Sports 1. The 25-lap Heat races and 50-lap Last Chance Qualifying races will be televised on FOX beginning at 3:00 PM ET on Sunday. Coverage of the 150-lap, non-points Clash follows at 6:00 PM ET on FOX.

About Motorcraft
Motorcraft offers a complete line of replacement parts that are recommended by Ford Motor Company. From routine maintenance to underhood repairs, Motorcraft parts offer value with high quality and the right fit at competitive prices. Motorcraft parts are available nationwide at Ford and Lincoln Dealers, independent distributors and automotive-parts retailers, and are backed by the Service Parts Limited Warranty* of Ford Motor Company. For more information, visit www.motorcraft.com.

About Omnicraft
Omnicraft is part of the Ford lineup of parts brands: Ford Parts, Motorcraft and Omnicraft. Omnicraft is the exclusive non-Ford/Lincoln parts brand of premium aftermarket parts. With over a century of parts heritage to build upon, Omnicraft provides excellent quality and fit and is a preferred choice of professional automotive technicians. To find out more about Omnicraft, visit www.omnicraftautoparts.com or contact your local Ford or Lincoln Dealership.

About Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center
Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center offers extraordinary service for routine maintenance, serving all vehicle makes and models. Quick Lane provides a full menu of automotive services, including tires, oil change & maintenance, brakes, batteries, alternator & electrical system, air conditioning system, cooling system, transmission service, suspension & steering, wheel alignment, belts & hoses, lamps & bulbs, wiper blades plus a thorough vehicle checkup report. Service is performed by expert technicians while you wait at any of nearly 800 locations in the U.S., with evening and weekend hours available and no appointment necessary. For more information about Quick Lane, please visit www.quicklane.com.

About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan. The company designs, manufactures, markets and services a full line of Ford cars, trucks, SUVs, electrified vehicles and Lincoln luxury vehicles, provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company and is pursuing leadership positions in electrification; mobility solutions, including self-driving services; and connected services. Ford employs approximately 187,000 people worldwide. For more information regarding Ford, its products and Ford Motor Credit Company, please visit corporate.ford.com.

*See seller for limited-warranty details.

Wood Brothers Racing

Wood Brothers Racing was formed in 1950 in Stuart, Va., by Hall of Famer Glenn Wood. Wood Brothers Racing is the oldest active team and one of the winningest teams in NASCAR history. Since its founding, the team won 99 races (including at least one race in every decade for the last seven decades) and 120 poles in NASCAR’s top-tier series. Fielding only Ford products for its entire history, the Wood Brothers own the longest association of any motorsports team with a single manufacturer. Glenn’s brother, Leonard, is known for inventing the modern pit stop. The team currently runs the Ford Mustang driven by Harrison Burton in the famous No. 21 racer.

Lexus Announces 2021 Global Sales Results

Toyota City, Japan, Feb 1, 2022 – (JCN Newswire) – Lexus announced today its 2021 global sales results as described below.

Global sales for the period of January-December, 2021 were 760,012 units (106% compared to the previous year), showing a recovery trend and surpassing last year’s results. On a regional level, North America achieved approximately 332,000 units (112% compared to the previous year), and China achieved a record high of approximately 227,000 units (101% compared to the previous year), driving the recovery of global sales. On a model level, sales of electrified vehicles reached a record high of approximately 260,000 units (110% year-on-year) thanks to the strong sales of ES, RX and UX hybrid models. In addition, with the release of new NX as the first model of the next generation Lexus, and newly introduced PHEV, Lexus accelerating the practical spread of electrification to meet needs for customers and society. Lexus aims to achieve offering a full lineup of BEVs in all segments by 2030, 100% BEV sales in Europe, North America, and China, and 1 million units sold globally as a new challenge of realizing a carbon-neutral society. Furthermore, we also aim to achieve 100% BEVs globally by 2035. Lexus will continue to create vehicles that meet the diverse needs and lifestyles of our customers.

January-December, 2021 sales results by major region are as follows:
North America approx. 332,000 units (112% compared to prev. year)
China approx. 227,000 units (101% compared to prev. year)
Europe approx. 72,000 units (102% compared to prev. year)
Japan approx. 51,000 units (104% compared to prev. year)
Middle East approx. 28,000 units (103% compared to prev. year)
East Asia approx. 30,000 units (95% compared to prev. year)

Lexus International President / Chief Branding Officer, Koji Sato said, “I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of our Lexus customers around the world. Despite the continuing impact of the spread of the COVID-19 and the tight parts supply chain, we were able to recover sales to a record level in 2021, selling approximately 760,000 units. In 2022, we will continue to refine Lexus’ unique design and driving taste that appeals to the sensibilities of our customers, based on our thoughts to ‘be the brand that people who know the real thing choose at the end of the day’. We will also accelerate the development of electric vehicles starting with the BEV exclusive model ‘RZ’ in spring, we will release a series of new models that will accompany the lifestyles of a variety of customers. Please look forward to the future of Lexus.”

How To Choose A Canopy For Racing Event

Aerial view of event tens, Stowe, Vermont, USA

A canopy tent can be pretty helpful at any sporting event, especially racing events. Racing events run for a long time and are held outside. Canopy tents provide shade and temporary shelter from the sun, making spectating at racing events more comfortable. As such, a canopy tent becomes an essential tool for such gatherings. 

There’s a variety of canopy tent options available. However, if you know what to look for, choosing one will be a piece of cake. In that case, don’t worry–this article will help you.  

Figure Out The Right Size 

Most canopies are built in the same way—with four legs and an upper roof. However, their sizes may vary. When deciding on the size and number of your canopy tent, you must first look into the scope of the racing event. You don’t want to order a canopy tent, perfect in every way, only to discover that it’s too small and doesn’t fit your needs. For an average event, a custom 10×10 canopy is ideal. Yet, there’s always the option of a larger or smaller size. 

Here are some points to keep in mind when identifying your canopy tent size: 

  • Total number of guests – Even though you don’t know the exact number of guests, it’s wise to estimate. It’s preferable to have a massive tent than to cram visitors into a tiny tent.  
  • Seating layout – After you’ve estimated the number of guests, the seating layout for your event is the following point you’ll need to consider in determining the canopy tent size. Then, try to estimate how many seats will fit in your tent when adequately spaced.   
  • Weather or climate conditions – When the weather is hot or humid, people like to have more space to breathe freely. Remember that you may need more space for each guest if your race is in a warm or tropical location. 

Don’t forget to take the canopy’s height into account as well. Make sure tall visitors don’t bump their heads upon entering or leaving. Canopy tents should be both functional and comfortable for your team.  

Choose A Tent Type And Material Used 

When you know your tent size, you’ll be better able to choose the right type of tent. Depending on the tent you choose, the setup time, appearance, and functionality may differ, so don’t skip this step and assume that any tent will do. The following are some canopy tent styles: 

  • Pole – Among the most commonly used tents, pole tents are available in almost any size and have the typical canopy style that many buyers seek in tents. Center poles provide the foundation for this tent form, as its name implies. However, given that these tents must be fixed to the ground, they’re not suitable for use on concrete or asphalt. 
  • Pop-up – Pop-up tents are compact and are perfect for starters since they’re easy to install, take down, and maintain. As the name suggests, pop-up canopy tents have a basic structure that can be easily put up and brought down by one person, and transported to different venues if necessary. 
  • Frame – Frame tents might be the best canopy tents on the market. Similar to a pole tent, a frame canopy may be adjusted to handle any number of guests and is suitable for larger racing events. However, it doesn’t need to be fixed to the ground and doesn’t have a primary pole. 

Various materials may be used for the canopy and frame. Steel is more robust and heavier than aluminum, making it a good choice in windy situations. Many canopy tents come with a powder coat to inhibit rust despite steel’s tendency to rust. While aluminum is lighter and easier to put up, it bends more easily than steel. 

Pick The Perfect Fabric 

After selecting the size and type of your tent, choose the ideal fabric. Regardless of the tent you choose, be sure the fabric is of high quality and can resist all weather conditions, or you’ll probably end up with one that fails to serve its purpose: protect your guests. The most common fabric used for the canopy is water-resistant polyester. It can be obtained in a range of widths, which will significantly impact its longevity and water resistance. The thicker the fabric, the greater the strength. 

Canopy tents made of polyester with a vinyl finish are also available. While they may be pricier, these vinyl canopies may provide more excellent coverage from UV rays, as well as the weather. Some vinyl coverings are also made to be fire-resistant. 

Conclusion With so many options, choosing the proper tent for your racing event might be difficult, but this article will guide you through the whole process of picking the perfect canopy tent. You’ll be able to sit back and enjoy the entire event once you’ve selected the correct tent for your needs.

6 Crucial Car Maintenance Tips Every Car Owner Should Know

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If you own a vehicle, you’d know how expensive ordinary car repairs can sometimes be. They usually show up out of nowhere and might seem unpredictable, but that’s not true.

Any skilled mechanic could tell you what exact problem caused your damaged car part to get to this point, and most times, it’s because of not knowing or not caring.

Some people keep driving their vehicles even if they hear a weird noise or when a problem becomes apparent when instead they should be looking into the car’s maintenance.

Maintaining and managing your car is crucial if you don’t want hundreds of dollars worth of repair bills. So, here are six tips to help you out when checking your vehicle for issues.

Replace Your Brake Pads

Brake pads are undoubtedly one of the core components you need for driving, and it’s crucial to regularly inspect them because of this. If you hear squeaking sounds, shuddering, or vibrations from the brake pad, they’re likely on their last legs. In such situations, a 24-hour roadside assistance can be a lifesaver, ensuring you’re never left stranded with faulty brakes.

Although replacing them might be costly depending on your car’s type, it’s better than having them fail on your while you’re on the road, ultimately leading you to crash.

Get Your Oil Changed

Routinely checking and changing your car’s oil is an important responsibility that every car owner needs to fulfill. You can either change it yourself, but you’ll need to learn the proper way to do so first or take it to a car service center. If you’re not sure of a good car maintenance shop, then check out Midas – Auto Repair Shop.

Car oil problems are one of the most dangerous and usually cost hundreds of dollars to fix. So, instead of waiting for problems to happen, spending a bit of money and getting an oil change is better.

Keep the Battery Intact

A car battery is one of the most important components your vehicle needs to run, but regularly experiencing extreme temperatures can badly affect its performance and efficiency.

Corrosion can also be a cause of your battery failing if it reaches its terminal points. If you don’t keep the battery terminals intact and clean, the battery could form a crack or just not work at all. A cheap wire brush is all you need to keep it clean.

Check Your Air Filter

The air filter in your car has a pretty important job. It filters pollutants from the air before they enter the vents. A dysfunctional air filter can cause major problems to other parts of the car, like the air conditioning system, which is very expensive to repair or replace.

A stained and filthy engine air filter can’t properly clear dirt and dust particles from the air, which also enters your engine and gradually reduce its efficiency. Inspect your car’s air filter occasionally, and replace it if needed.

Protect Your Car’s Interior

Although most problems that occur and need to be fixed are usually on the exterior of your car, that doesnt mean you should disregard the interior. Typically avoid eating and drinking inside the vehicle as much as possible.

If you live in a hot region, remember to keep your windows slightly open to allow for some ventilation, because entrapped warm Indications can potentially dry and damage the car’s inside.

Know Your Warning Light Indications

Every car has elaborate and sometimes complex sensor systems or warning lights that show up on the main panel. These could indicate things like a car door that’s been left open, dysfunctional car parts, or if your tires are low on air.

Learning what each of these indications means will help you discern problems with your car that need to be fixed. It can allow you to pinpoint a problem immediately.

Wagering Online and NASCAR

Auto racing is a kind of sport that involves racing automobiles for competition. It involves motorsport, car race, motor racing, and automobile racing. It existed in the 1800 and even Henry Ford along with Ed Huff joined the Sweepstakes car racing competition against Alexander Winton back in 1901. The winning money of the said competition was used to finance the creation of the T model.

Online betting is the latest trend and online sports betting is also gaining popularity in the virtual gambling world. Uusimmatkasinot, one of the top-rate gambling sites in Finland has just released the latest online casinos in 2022 using the 3D innovation plus more benefits which would surely rouse any punter’s interest. If you want to know more about the site, you can visit them at Uusimmatkasinot.com and enjoy the one-of-a-kind online casino experience.

NASCAR which stands for The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing LLC is an American auto racing company that approves and operates stock car racing. Stock car racing is an automobile that runs on oval tracks which measure .25 to 2.66 miles or 0.4 to 4.3 kilometers. The place was originally used for production model cars that are why it is called “stock cars” but now it is using cars built for racing. It originated in the US and Canada.

It is a private company founded by Bill France Sr. in 1948. His son Jim France became the NASCAR CEO on August 6, 2018, and the headquarters are in Daytona Beach, Florida. Over 1,500 races were sanctioned at more than 100 tracks in Canada, Mexico, Europe, and 48 US states.

NASCAR online betting

Since last year, NASCAR has been active in the betting world, particularly in online sports betting, due to the rapid expansion of car racing wagering. However, NASCAR has not yet reached full blast, unlike other sports, which are not yet that widespread.

The future of NASCAR in the sports betting world is promising, and more and more sportsbooks are offering the odds.

 Criteria for wagering in NASCAR

Online betting in sportsbooks is not so complicated. One must be 21 years of age and financially able to bet. Registering for an account usually takes minutes and is very simple; still, one has to give basic information to get started, such as:

Ø Name
Ø Date of Birth
Ø Address
Ø Email
Ø Contact Number
Ø Social Security Number

Some sportsbooks require security questions, and you might also create a unique username and password. Complete the process by confirming that the information provided is true and correct and clicking ” Agree ” to the legal terms and conditions.

Betting on NASCAR

There are some ways to bet on NASCAR, and sportsbooks offer betting on individual races, futures, and props.

Ø Individual Race Matchups

Usually, the sportsbook provides lists of head-to-head matchups between drivers for bettors to choose from. The drivers chosen are usually of the same caliber and have a higher chance of winning.

Ø Futures

Future bets have always been popular, especially in sports betting. Mostly online punters place a bet on the driver who they think will most likely win, especially if the driver has already established a name.

Ø Prop Bets

Betting in NASCAR also offers prop bets wherein the bettors will wager not on the driver but on the future results such as:

– The number of races
– Which manufacturer usually wins
– The driver who usually leads in the laps
–  Number of caution flags

Prop bets are usually chosen by picky bettors who want their winning to be secure. It usually involves numbers, so sportsbooks offer over and under for the punter to choose with different odds.

Final Insight:

The world of gambling is vast and continuously growing. Online punters have a wide variety of gambling games to bet on. Car racing is one of the most famous sports worldwide, and betting on your favorite driver can be a wonderful wagering experience. 

TR3 Racing Complete First Rolex 24 at Daytona

Daytona Beach, Fla. (30 January 2022) – In its first IMSA WeatherTech Sports Car Championship endurance race attempt, TR3 Racing campaigned the 60th Running of the Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona International Speedway with entries in the GTD Pro and GTD categories on Sunday.

The No. 19 Piloti Lamborghini Huracan GT3 Evo of Bill Sweedler, John Megrue, Jeff Segal and Giacomo Altoe represented the Fort Lauderdale-based team through the night with a 11th place finish in the GTD category.

The opening half of the Rolex 24 at Daytona challenged the TR3 Racing squad as door-to-door racing led to contact with a fellow GTD competitor. After coming all the way back to take the GTD lead, adversity struck again overnight as the No. 19 Lamborghini was issued a stop-and-hold penalty at the seven-hour mark.

Heads down, focused driving by Sweedler, Altoe, Segal and Megrue moved the No. 19 Piloti entry back up the running order to settle into sixth as the race clock clicked away. Altoe boarded the No. 19 Piloti machine for the final one hour, 30-minute stint but with 50 minutes remaining Altoe came to a halt in the International Horseshoe bringing out the final full course caution.

A transmission failure prematurely ended the day for the No. 19 Piloti Lamborghini Huracan GT3 Evo who was slated 11th at the completion of the Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona.

“Unfortunately, we had to retire the car early,” said Altoe. “It was a race of ups and downs but it really came down to something we couldn’t control. I am so sorry to the entire TR3 Racing team that this is the way we ended after working so hard for the last two weeks. They deserved more.

Starting from the GTD Pro pole position, the No. 63 Lamborghini Miami Lamborghini Huracan GT3 Evo of Andrea Caldarelli, Mirko Bortolotti, Marco Mapelli and Rolf Ineichen were favored heading into the weekend and took the top spot after 24 hours of racing.

Drama ensued at the three-hour mark when Ineichen was caught in a competitor’s incident causing the No. 63 to brush the outside wall. The contact forced Ineichen to pit lane as the TR3 Racing squad quickly got to work but the damage cost the Lamborghini entry multiple laps to fix.

The team was set for a storybook comeback as Mapelli, Bortolloni and Caldarelli combined to return the car to the lead lap and to the GTD Pro lead. At the 14-hour mark, Caldarelli reported a mechanical issue while in the Le Mans Chicane to the TR3 Racing pit wall. After inspection it was determined that further assessment was required forcing the Lamborghini to the garage.

45 minutes later, the car was officially retired from competition as the entry was diagnosed with a terminal mechanical failure.

“I am quite sad to be honest,” said Caldarelli. “After we went two laps down we were able to come back and fight for the lead. After the contact that Rolf (Ineichen) had in the beginning, where he was just a passenger, the steering wheel did not feel correct but the TR3 Racing crew did a great job trying during pit stops to make it better. Unfortunately, the damage became too much while I was in the Le Mans Chicane and I had a big moment. Luckily, I was able to keep the car on track but there was already too much damage to mend. A sad way to end this race.”

About TR3 Performance:

TR3 Performance was founded by Arthur, Oliver, and Gregory Romanelli in August 2012. Frustrated with the rising costs and plummeting quality from local shops, the brothers saw an opportunity to establish a shop of their own that would live up to their high standard of excellence, where they could hold themselves to the caliber of workmanship they had sought out in the marketplace as enthusiasts. In 2015, TR3 Racing was established as the team stepped into racing at the professional level. What started out as a modest 2,300-sq.ft. enterprise has now exploded into the premier performance shop in South Florida.

About Lamborghini Miami:
Lamborghini Miami was founded in 1988, as a franchise under Prestige Imports. Founder Irv David quickly grew Lamborghini Miami to be one of the leading franchises North America. Importing the last Countach ever made and importing the first Diablo into the US market, Irv David quickly set Lamborghini Miami to be a leader in the supercar market within North America. The franchise continued to expand and grow successfully and in 2007, the franchise opened their new showroom to achieve greater heights. Tragically in the same year, on January 20th, Irv David suddenly passed on his 56th birthday. His son, Brett David, overcame the tragic loss and to cold as CEO at the age of 19. Since then Lamborghini Miami has gone to become a global phenomenon, delivering Lamborghini’s most coveted hypercars and dominating the south Florida market. In 2022, Lamborghini Miami continues their World renowned legacy with record-breaking sales and recently recognized group 4 title as one of the nation’s most successful service departments.

About Canoe Studios:

Like our studio space, our devotion to our clients and their unique visions is limitless. Exceptional customer service is the framework for how our entire business operates. We welcome everyone into our event venue studio as a valued guest and prioritize their comfort and creativity above all. The incredible studio space and creative agency we’ve established is a direct reflection of that dedication. Warm, natural light pours into every inch of our space to ensure you feel enlightened and at home. And each studio features a glass-paneled entrance so we can continue to inspire one another.

NASCAR unveils 2022 Xfinity Dash 4 Cash, Triple Truck Challenge schedule

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With a new season of NASCAR competition less than a week away from commencing, two major cash-winning initiatives will also be returning and featured throughout the season: Dash 4 Cash from the Xfinity Series and Triple Truck Challenge from the Camping World Truck Series.

The Xfinity Series’ Dash 4 Cash program, which made its debut in 2009, will appear in four events this upcoming spring and offer four opportunities for the Xfinity Series regulars to compete for the $100,000 prize. The qualifier event for the program will be the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, on March 26, where the top-four highest-finishing Xfinity regulars competing for points in the series will qualify for the first Dash 4 Cash event at Richmond Raceway scheduled for April 2. The highest-finishing Dash 4 Cash contestant at Richmond will earn the prize money and automatically be eligible for the following Dash 4 Cash event.

The remaining Dash 4 Cash events in 2022 include Martinsville Speedway on April 8, Talladega Superspeedway on April 23 and at Dover Motor Speedway on April 30.

In 2021, JR Motorsports swept all four Dash 4 Cash events, with Noah Gragson claiming three money bonuses (Martinsville Speedway in April, Talladega Superspeedway in April and Darlington Raceway in May) and Josh Berry claiming the fourth and final $100,000 bonus (Dover International Speedway in May). Both Gragson and Berry return to the Xfinity circuit as full-time competitors for JRM.

The Camping World Truck Series’ Triple Truck Challenge, which made its debut in 2019, returns for three events this upcoming summer and presents three opportunities for the Truck Series regulars to earn bonus money by winning a program event and having their winnings increase by winning multiple events.

The program will launch at World Wide Technology Raceway on June 4 before returning at Nashville Superspeedway on June 24, thus skipping Sonoma Raceway on June 11 and Knoxville Raceway on June 18. The third and final Triple Truck Challenge event will occur at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, on July 9.

This past season, Sheldon Creed, Todd Gilliland and John Hunter Nemechek each claimed a $50,000 bonus by winning a respective Triple Truck Challenge event. Creed claimed the first Challenge bonus by winning at Darlington Raceway in May, which marked his third victory in the program after winning twice in 2020. Todd Gilliland won the second Challenge event at Circuit of the Americas in May and Nemechek capped off the Challenge by winning at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, North Carolina, a week later. Nemechek returns to the series on a full-time basis for Kyle Busch Motorsports while Creed and Gilliland have moved up to the Xfinity Series and Cup Series respectively.

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In addition, NASCAR announced that the Xfinity Series field will increase from 36 to 38, beginning with the season-opening event at Daytona International Speedway on February 19.

The 2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series season is set to commence at Daytona International Speedway on February 19 with coverage to start at 5 p.m. ET on FS1 while the Camping World Truck Series season will occur at Daytona a day before on February 18 with coverage to start at 7:30 p.m. ET on FS1.