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All Veteran Racing Team “Warfighter Made” on a Mission to Win at The Mint 400

EL SEGUNDO, CA (November 30, 2021) –When the Mint 400 “The Great American Off-Road Race” begins on Friday, December 3 , many of the vehicles will be equipped with the FluidLogic™ hydration system to keep the drivers hydrated throughout the grueling race, but only one will be powered by a team of 10 battle-tested veterans and two riders– including one double amputees, two single amputees, one paraplegic and a quadriplegic female veteran

The vehicle they will be racing in the Mint 400 is a M998 Humvee also known as a high-mobility multi-wheeled vehicle, modified for racing by Warfighter Made and affectionately known as “Beefy”.

Robert Blanton is a U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran with 21 years of service.

He is a Silver Star recipient and founder and CEO of the nonprofit organization Warfighter Made. Blanton founded the organization in 2012with the mission of helping wounded veterans with their unique transportation needs.

“We have focused our mission around cars because transportation is a key to freedom and independence, which are key elements for a combat wounded veteran,” said Blanton. “Our primary activity is to adapt and customize vehicles for wounded veterans, so they can continue doing the things they enjoy, while their vehicle reflects their individual personality.”

The Warfighter organization helps veterans with a sense of belonging, comradery and purpose. As one of the ways of helping veterans belong, they provide what Blanton refers to as Adrenaline Therapy.

“We have three vehicles that we use in off-road racing events- The Mexican 1000, the Mint 400 and the NORRA 500,” said Blanton. “In these race events we include combat wounded veterans on our race team and allow them to drive a segment of the race. In the upcoming Mint 400, our team of 10 drivers and two riders (all veterans) will include several single and double amputees”.

The Warfighter Made team has finished every race that they have participated in and won their class in this year’s Mexican 1000. On board their vehicle, the FluidLogic™ hydration system keeps the drivers hydrated throughout the grueling heat of a 1000-mile race.

“Staying properly hydrated is the key to remaining focused on a long race,” said Blanton. “The FluidLogic system makes it effortless. It’s one less distraction, one less thing you must think about. Just open your mouth and push the button.”

The Warfighter Made team will once again be delegating their hydration needs to FluidLogic so they can stay focused and hydrated as they race “Beefy” to a win in the Mint 400!

To donate, or to get involved with the Warfighter Made mission, please visit WarfighterMade.org

For more information about how the FluidLogic “smart” hydration system, the fastest growing hydration delivery system in motorsports, can help you achieve optimal performance, visit Rainmakerinc.com

Rainmaker Solutions Inc.

Rainmaker Solutions Inc. (RSI), headquartered in El Segundo, CA, is an exciting startup at the intersection of hydration and wear-able technology. RSI is focused on three brands: Maglock®, FluidLogic™, and MedLock™. Maglock develops magnetic couplings for air and fluid delivery. FluidLogic provides next-level personal hydration for athletes of all disciplines, while incorporating Maglock technology. MedLock applies the Maglock technology to help users of bedtime sleep aid systems

Mitsubishi Motors Launches Ralliart Special Editions in Thailand

Triton Ralliart and Pajero Sport Ralliart Hit the Road

TOKYO, Nov 30, 2021 – (JCN Newswire) – Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) today launched its first models of the revived Ralliart brand, the Triton(1) Ralliart and the Pajero Sport(2) Ralliart as special editions. Both models will be exhibited at the 38th Thailand International Motor Expo 2021(3) in Bangkok, and sales will commence on December 1 at the Motor Expo and Mitsubishi Motors’ dealerships nationwide in Thailand.

Ralliart is MMC’s iconic brand that had refined the driving performance and style of Mitsubishi vehicles over the years through its participation in the World Rally Championship and the Dakar Rally. Respecting the brand image built at the extreme motorsport scenes, the revived Ralliart will start from sales of accessories and provide the excitement and pride that only the owners of Mitsubishi vehicles can feel.

The Ralliart special editions are based on MMC’s global strategic models – Triton 1-ton pickup truck and Pajero Sport mid-size SUV – and are equipped with special accessories, including side decals with red, silver and black stripes, and red mud flaps reminiscent of its historic rally cars, and other exterior and interior accessories with the Ralliart logo.

“We are truly honored to bring back the Ralliart brand products to the fans of Mitsubishi Motors and Ralliart,” said Takao Kato, president and chief executive officer, MMC. “Starting from these Ralliart special editions in Thailand, we are planning to introduce more of the attractive items sequentially. We are also considering some exciting activities in the near future, so that the fans can feel and enjoy our Ralliart spirit. Please stay tuned with our revived Ralliart, there is more to come.”

Product Overview(4)

Every Triton Ralliart and Pajero Sport Ralliart features iconic side decals with red, silver and black stripes, and mud flaps with the Ralliart logo. Also, the front grille and alloy wheels are painted black to differentiate from the standard trim. For the interior, floor mats with the Ralliart logo and red-accent overlocks are specially equipped.

Triton Ralliart

The Triton Ralliart is based on the low-rider variant of the Triton Club Cab (Mega Cab) and Double Cab. Enhancing the dynamic and sporty styling of the Triton, every special edition is equipped with front bumper garnish with a red accent and bed liner with the Ralliart logo. In addition, the two-tone model features black door mirrors, black door handles, black rear gate handle and black rear bumper(5).

Two exterior color options are available for the Triton Ralliart: a two-tone exterior with a Solid White body and a Black roof, and Jet Black Mica.

Pajero Sport Ralliart

Adding an aggressive and sporty essence on top of Pajero Sport’s elegant styling, the Pajero Sport Ralliart features front and rear under garnish with red accents and the Ralliart logo. Exclusive to the two-tone color model are black fender arch moldings, black roof rails, black shark fin antenna and black tailgate spoiler.

Two exterior color options are available for the Pajero Sport Ralliart: a two-tone exterior with a White Diamond body and a Black roof, and Jet Black Mica.

(1) Sold as L200 in some markets.
(2) Sold as Montero Sport in some markets.
(3) November 30 is VIP and press preview day, and the show is open to the public from December 1 to 12 (December 1 is Grand Charity Day).
(4) Thailand specifications. Vehicle specifications may vary depending on model and/or market.
(5) Black rear bumper is only available on Club Cab.

About Mitsubishi Motors

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (TSE:7211), MMC–a member of the Alliance with Renault and Nissan–, is a global automobile company based in Tokyo, Japan, which has more than 30,000 employees and a global footprint with production facilities in Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, mainland China, the Philippines, Viet Nam and Russia. MMC has a competitive edge in SUVs, pickup trucks and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and appeals to ambitious drivers willing to challenge convention and embrace innovation. Since the production of our first vehicle more than a century ago, MMC has been a leader in electrification–launched the i-MiEV – the world’s first mass-produced electric vehicle in 2009, followed by the Outlander PHEV – the world’s first plug-in hybrid electric SUV in 2013. MMC announced a three-year business plan in July 2020 to introduce more competitive and cutting-edge models, including the Eclipse Cross PHEV (PHEV model), the all-new Outlander and the all-new Triton/L200.

For more information on MMC, please visit the company’s website at https://www.mitsubishi-motors.com/en/

Crypto Trading Strategies

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Despite that cryptocurrency is new and full of promising opportunities, it has its risks and pitfalls as well for those who are rushing to invest in it. Since the pandemic hit the world in 2019, thousands of new cryptocurrencies have emerged on exchanges and trading platforms, each crypto has its own volatility and feature.

However, if you like to invest in cryptos, you shall consider applying strategies and tactics like the strategy of mathematical calculations in blackjack that is used by casino players. Moreover, to learn recent strategies, join platforms with the help of coupons like celsius promo code to help you save and get updated with news.

There are many strategies to use when trading with cryptocurrencies, but what are the best strategies to use?

Best strategies to use when trading in cryptocurrencies

Scalping

This strategy refers to trading in high volumes in order to gain profits from the small changes of a certain currency. This strategy requires a lot of concentration from the trader, because one big loss may eliminate all the previous gains that you have made during the day. To master this technique, you have to analyze the crypto assets, the previous trends, and volumes, then determine an entry and exit point within a trading day.

Day trading

Day trading It’s the process of buying and selling cryptos within a single trading day, the purpose of this process is to make small profits amid the small changes of a certain cryptocurrency. This strategy requires the trader to study technical indicators to know the points in which he shall buy or sell a certain cryptocurrency, also it requires the trader to purchase and sell as much as he can, so he can achieve his daily profits.

Range trading

It’s the difference between the high and low prices of a certain cryptocurrency during a specified trading period. Traders rely on experienced analysts, who study the market and provide support and resistance levels, those levels are provided daily and help the traders to know when to buy and when to sell. The Resistance level is a point above the current price, and it’s supposed that the price won’t go higher than this level, while support is a level below which the crypto price is not supposed to fall under.

High-Frequency Trading

This strategy requires strong knowledge of mathematics and computer science; it’s limited to those experienced traders who know how to use it. It involves computer programs that are specially designed to place multiple orders in milliseconds. The key factor to succeed in this strategy is the program’s ability to process huge volumes of information.

Dollar-Cost Averaging

If you are searching for the best period of time to enter and exit the crypto market, you have to stop and change your strategy, because you are looking for something that does not exist, but still, you can use the Dollar-Cost Averaging strategy, which aims to invest a fixed amount of money in a regular interval for a long period of time. It’s believed that this strategy is most effective when the markets are on a downward trend, while in a rising mode or when the trend is bullish, it’s recommended to avoid this strategy.

Build a balanced portfolio

It’s essential to build a balanced portfolio that includes a variety of cryptocurrencies. If you buy ETH in Australia along with other cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and litecoin, this portfolio will help you overcome the volatility over time. It will also help traders to maintain investments in different cryptos, which will increase their gains in the long term.

Don’t make trading decisions based on hype

Many Beginners fall for the same mistake, which is to rely on social media for news on cryptocurrencies. Since digital currency is an important topic, false information may spread fast, hence may affect your decision if you are using social media as a source for news. Remember social media is full of fake pages and resources, so when you want to make an investment decision, this decision shall never be based on the hype created by someone on social media.

Do some research

Trading cryptos is similar to trading commodities and securities, thus it’s advisable to do some primary research on the value of the asset you want to buy. This research involves following the news of the asset you want to buy and knowing all the aspects that may affect its price.

Bet on Bitcoin Volatility

Bitcoin is one of the most volatile cryptos nowadays. You can bet on the volatility of the bitcoin by trading in the bitcoin futures, this can be made by buying a call and put option at the same time. When the prices fall or rise vigorously, you must sell the call and the put option at the same time.

Arbitrage

This strategy is about buying cryptos in one market and selling it in another market. To be able to do so, you must have accounts in different exchanges. Those exchanges must have huge differences between the prices of the cryptos that you are trading with.

How Atlanta Motor Speedway’s new asphalt is made

HAMPTON, Ga. (Nov. 29, 2021) – Paving on Atlanta Motor Speedway’s new 28-degree banking is an impressive operation, but the process to give AMS its new asphalt doesn’t start at the track.

About 20 miles away at ER Snell’s asphalt plant in Stockbridge, Ga., years of prep and tons of material all come together to create Atlanta Motor Speedway’s asphalt mix.

Asphalt is created primarily using two products: a mix of hard materials like stones and gravel called the aggregate, and liquid asphalt.

“The liquid asphalt is a petroleum based product. It’s actually the glue that holds everything together in the asphalt mixture,” said Robbie Robinson, senior technical services manager for Associated Asphalt. While the stone aggregate for the AMS project comes to ER Snell from a nearby quarry, the liquid asphalt is hauled in from Associated Asphalt’s facility in Savannah, Ga. Robinson says that liquid is one of the key components that makes the speedway’s new asphalt unique.

“With the NASCAR cars you have the tires that create a lot of friction on the wearing surface. This product is a little stiffer; it’s going to be little more durable than your typical highway asphalt,” explained Robinson. “There’s a lot behind the scenes research and development that goes into making this product.”

The liquid asphalt isn’t the only part of Atlanta Motor Speedway’s mix that deviates from the norm. The composition of the stone aggregate that it binds with has also been optimized for racing.

“Six years ago we put up some designs for the project, then some of (the speedway’s) engineers came in and pointed out that they wanted a bit of a coarser mix,” said ER Snell Senior Vice President Nick Murphy. “A lot of that stemmed from the desires of the tire manufacturers and there was a lot of talk about the wear on the tires and what they’d expect at race time.

“Those are some things that we don’t encounter on a day-to-day basis so it kind of threw us a curveball, but we were able to make those adjustments and provide those properties that you were looking for.”

With the recipe for the racing surface nailed down, perhaps the biggest challenge to actually creating and paving the new asphalt comes down to logistics. Throughout the paving process, much effort has been spent making sure all the materials and manpower needed to complete the project are working in unison.

“Our business is very labor-intensive,” said Murphy. “We rely on a lot of different components, whether it be the liquid supplier, the liquid hauling, the truckers that are getting the material here to the yard, the plant personnel, the truckers getting the material back to the track and the paving operation itself. Everything has to move smoothly and if one breaks, then the whole system shuts down. So we definitely rely on a lot of people to make it all happen and make it a success.”

As paving at Atlanta Motor Speedway nears completion, it’s clear the sum of all that effort and coordination is a racing surface that will thrill fans for decades to come.

“We’ve got a good group of people behind this project. We’ve got people that take their jobs very seriously,” said AMS Executive Vice President and General Manager Brandon Hutchison following a tour of ER Snell’s plant. “Atlanta Motor Speedway and our fans are what is most important to me so to be able to come out here, get to take a look behind the scenes at what is being produced that’ll provide entertainment for years to come is exciting for me. This asphalt will be our track for over 20 years – hopefully 30 years with the technology that we have today.”

The all-new Atlanta Motor Speedway makes its NASCAR debut in 2022. Tickets for both race weekends are available now at AtlantaMotorSpeedway.com.

About the Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 weekend:

Since 2015 the Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 has been the main event in Atlanta Motor Speedway’s spring NASCAR weekend at Atlanta Motor Speedway. This storied race brings awareness to Folds of Honor and its mission to help families of military servicemen and women who have fallen or been disabled while on active duty in the United States Armed Forces.

On Sunday, March 20, 2022, this 500-mile race will be the first for the NASCAR Cup Series on Atlanta Motor Speedway’s revamped racing surface, with NASCAR’s best taking to the reconfigured 28-degree banked corners for the first time.

The race weekend also features Atlanta’s same-day NASCAR doubleheader on Saturday, March 19, 2022. The thrills of the Fr8Auctions 200 Camping World Truck Series race and the Nalley Cars 250 NASCAR Xfinity Series race all happen in one action-packed day that race fans look forward to every year.

More information on the March 18-20, 2022, Folds of Honor QuikTrip 500 weekend and ticket availability can be found online at AtlantaMotorSpeedway.com.

About the Quaker State 400 Presented by Walmart:

The Quaker State 400 Presented by Walmart headlines the summer slate of NASCAR racing at Atlanta Motor Speedway on Sunday, July 10. As NASCAR’s best make a push for the looming NASCAR playoffs, this challenging 400-mile race will play a pivotal role in deciding who’s in and who’s out.

Accompanying the Quaker State 400 Presented by Walmart is the Alsco Uniforms 250 NASCAR Xfinity Series race on Saturday, July 9. The summer race will challenge the rising stars of the sport to stand out and succeed on one of the circuit’s most challenging tracks.

More information on the July 8-10, 2022, Quaker State 400 Presented by Walmart and ticket availability can be found online at AtlantaMotorSpeedway.com.

Follow Atlanta Motor Speedway:

Keep track of all of Atlanta Motor Speedway’s events by following on Twitter, Instagram, and become a Facebook fan. Keep up with all the latest news and information with the Atlanta Motor Speedway mobile app.

How Can Upswell Marketing Help You With Your Automotive Print Advertising?

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Automotive repair shops face some unique challenges when it comes to attracting new customers. For one thing, auto shops rely exclusively on local drivers for their business. During the pandemic, many retail stores moved the bulk of their operations online, but that wasn’t an option for repair shops.

The good news is that, no matter what else is going on in the world, drivers will still need to have tires replaced, brakes changed, and cars repaired. Auto shop owners just need to figure out how to let all those potential customers know they’re open for business. Read on to find out how Upswell can help.

An Advertising Agency With Specialized Expertise

Some marketing firms provide only generalized services, working with clients in dozens of industries across multiple states. Upswell Marketing is different. This advertising agency provides specialized services to local businesses with a focus on auto shops.

Working with an agency that has specialized expertise comes with some unexpected benefits. For one, these professionals have already worked with similar clients in other cities or states, which means they know what works and what doesn’t. Plus, the specialized automotive advertisers at Upswell are experts in leveraging data and analytics to create, track, and improve print marketing campaigns just like they would digital advertising.

Direct Mail Marketing

Most auto shops draw the majority of their customers from the immediate area. Even the best shops rarely see repeat business from drivers who live in different cities or even different neighborhoods. The highly localized nature of auto shop customer bases makes targeted direct mail marketing campaigns a perfect fit.

Upswell starts every direct mail marketing campaign by performing a comprehensive assessment of the shop’s past marketing efforts, target audiences, and branding efforts. From there, the design team will work with the shop owner to determine the right format for the mailers and come up with a compelling message that includes both text and images. Options include:

  • Postcards
  • Scratch-offs
  • Bifolds and tri-folds
  • Newsletters
  • Plastic gift card mailers
  • Envelope mailers
  • And more

The experts at Upswell don’t wash their hands of the campaign as soon as the mailers go out, either. Shop owners can expect to get not just an excellent return on investment but also detailed reporting about the success of the campaign, including what worked and what didn’t. Many shop owners are so happy with Upswell’s direct mail marketing services that they choose to send weekly newsletters, mailers, or postcards to the area’s most promising potential customers.

Integrated Services

While print marketing offers auto shops a fantastic way to reach local drivers and increase brand awareness, direct mail campaigns shouldn’t be the only strategy put into place. Every modern business also needs an outstanding website, up-to-date directory listings, active social media pages, and a positive online reputation. Working with Upswell means getting access to not just print media services but also an experienced team of web designers and digital marketers.

Reach Out Today

Ready to start seeing more cars pulling into that empty garage? There’s no reason to navigate the complex world of print marketing for auto shops alone. The experts at Upswell are here to help and offer free marketing assessments to new clients. Browse the website to learn more about available services or call (866) 262-8571 to speak with a representative today.

What are the uses of auto transport

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Auto transport is a service that provides a vital service for a lot of people throughout the US. There are companies like USTrans.com that specialize in open and enclosed transport to all different US states, including Hawaii and Puerto Rico, companies that are dedicated to providing the best transport service, with minimal delays, total safety for your vehicle, and overall fair prices.

Here’s what auto transport does for you

In order for vehicle transport services, it must first be within the confines of a US state, and it must be accessible by road. Even if the vehicle is not rolling due to a flat tire or a mechanical problem, if a semi-truck, and get to it, it can be picked up.

Prices, on the other hand, fluctuate greatly, which depends on the market of your intended destination, the season, the type of vehicle, the deadline, as well as the condition of the vehicle. There are also different circumstances under which such a service is booked, and to a great extent, these factors will also determine the price of said transport job.

It saves you time and effort

One of the ways for a vehicle to move from one location to another is if someone drives it there. However, this requires time and quite a lot of effort, especially if it’s a great distance and if there’s a lot to be done before, especially if the vehicle itself is not in good condition.

If you need a vehicle moved across the country, then you probably don’t want to drive it there because it would take several days of near-constant driving, a lot of gas money, and you will be risking your life. Despite the good infrastructure of the country, a lot of roads see quite a large number of car accidents, and taking on a job like that and driving a vehicle on your can be quite hazardous. So beforehand, spending time researching how can I ship a car to its destination will save you a lot of time and stress.

It reduces the wear on a vehicle

Moving a vehicle with a company will also reduce the amount of wear on the vehicle itself. Since the car will sit on a platform and will not be moving on its own, with no tire, engine, or transmission wear accumulating.

Even though cars were created to be driven, there are circumstances under which not accumulating more wear and tear on a vehicle is the best choice. Such circumstances are show or sport vehicles, which are high-performance machines that need to be in top shape for a specific event.

It’s safer for the roads

Fewer cars on the road mean a reduced chance of road accidents. If you are not personally taking part in the road network, but are having a company like USTrans.com handle your auto transport, then you will be a lot safer and the roads will be safer as well.

Quicker than doing it yourself

A professional service like that is also a lot safer for you and for anyone involved than to actually do it yourself. It’s also quite a lot cheaper, quicker, safer for the vehicle itself with a reduced overall cost and general inconvenience.

A Guide To Repelling Rodents From Your Car

Rodents such as mice are dirty, disease-ridden creatures that can destroy the interior and wiring, or electrical components of your vehicle. If you don’t combat the problem as soon as possible, it will most likely worsen with time and that is why you need an effective rat repellent. A mice infestation is not just limited to your house, they can also infest cars as well. This is why we’ve put together this guide of effective rodent repellent for car engines.

Rodents can squeeze through the vehicle vents and enter the vehicle and cause damage. They can also die inside the vehicle and leave a very bad smell. They can chew on the wiring, padding or heat shields, and other various circuits under the hood leading to numerous problems. If you do nothing to combat the infestation, it will soon spread throughout the vehicle. It’s important to understand that the issue will not just go away on its own. You run the danger of having future vehicle performance difficulties.

What steps can You take to keep mice or other rodents out of your vehicle?

A mouse in your automobile is no joke. This article goes over the fundamentals of preventing an infestation or steps to remove mice and other rodents from your vehicle, including how to prevent mice from entering your car’s engine and other small entrances.

Mice are small mammals that can get into any car, no matter how well you think it is protected. Mice are able to squeeze through openings less than a dime in diameter, making it quite convenient for them to enter your vehicle.

They do this by using the following entry points:

  • Small openings like the vehicle vents.
  • Cables usually have larger holes in the mainframe, which allows the wires to flow freely throughout the car, connecting different parts.
  • Around the pedal shafts.
  • The steering column opening.

Rodents like mice dislike anything that is large, bright, moving, or attracts their attention. Keeping a car off-limits and unattractive to mice is critical. We do not condone harming or injuring rodents, which is why we love natural rodent repellent products, some are much more effective than others so make sure to buy from a reputable brand.

What time of year are the rodents most active?

Rodents are busy all year, and their activities vary with season. Rodents are always on the move during summer seeking food, water, and shelter. They spend winters within their nests and tend to be more active in the warmer months. Mice are nocturnal creatures that are primarily active between 5:30 pm to 6:30 am, so only a few humans or animals notice as they are prey animals.

Rodents such as mice are naturally drawn to the shelter that a vehicle will provide during the cold winter, resulting in your vehicle being a perfect place for nesting. Thankfully, mice can be deterred with just a little effort with rodent repellents that will keep them away and out, so your vehicle remains safe from damage.

Frequent use of cars has proven to prevent rodents from approaching your vehicles. By not letting your vehicle sit for long periods of time can discourage and prevent rodents from entering it and doing damage.

Steps to repel rodents from your vehicle:

  1. Rodents are searching for a suitable nesting location that is dark. Leaving the hood up could help prevent nesting, it may not repel all rats, but it’ll do so for most of them.
  2. Secure your pet food. Rodents prefer dog food over pet foods. Rodents will store many bits of it in your vehicles vents and other vacant areas, which they have deemed to be their shelter.
  3. Place traps and other rodent-repelling measures in areas where rodents are known to congregate around the vehicle. You can also trim any nearby thick bushes where rodents might like to live or hide.
  4. Rodents are able to get into the engine through large or even very small openings. They climb up wheels to access the engine, so some vehicle owners set traps near the car or on the wheels and entrances. To prevent engine ports from being blocked, use a wire screen.
  5. Rodents can hear sounds of low frequency that we humans can’t. Some rodents will be repelled by these loud noises while others will not be. Although, you may need something more permanent than sound waves and the use of ultrasound is advised.
  6. Rodents will avoid vents and small openings of your vehicle if they smell foul, at least to some degree. Peppermint oil, hair of their natural predator, and laundry dryer sheets have all worked.

Some signs that rodents are in your vehicle:

Below are some of the most common indicators that your vehicle is infested:

1) Smell: There could be an unpleasant odor that you may not always be able to identify.

2) Noise: Rodents will make scratching or chewing noises while they are starting to expose what’s underneath but gnawing on a wire or the coverings.

3) Marks: You could notice chew marks or bite blemishes on areas such as but not limited to the floor mats, padding, or safety belts.

4) A Faulty Display: The vehicle wiring could have been compromised by rodents chewing on it, causing electrical issues or faulty displays.

Conclusion

In the event that you notice any of these signs, the time has come to call an expert. Rodents can be harmful and detrimental to your vehicle’s engine. If you already have rodents in your car, make sure you get rid of all of them from within the engine compartment, so they cannot cause any more damage. Make sure that the pest control company has experience with rodents in cars because they may have special techniques for removing them without harming the car or causing more damage than necessary.

We hope this blog answers all of your questions about how to repel rodents from your car!

Litespeed Racing launches world’s lightest carbon fiber wheel

Los Angeles, California, Nov. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Litespeed Racing, SEMA award winning wheel manufacture from Orange County California has released its all new full carbon fiber wheel, the “Carbon One” at the Los Angeles International Auto Show this week.

The revolutionary Carbon One wheel weighs in at a feather light 14.2 pounds for 20X9.5 inch, making it the lightest 20 inch wheel in the world. The secret to its ultra lightweight is in its manufacturing process. Not all carbon fiber products are manufactured in the same way. Litespeed Racing chose the lightest, strongest and most expensive manufacturing technique, which is normally reserved for aerospace and military grade carbon fiber components. The Carbon One wheel is made from prepreg, “dry” carbon fiber and is cured under extreme heat and pressure inside of an Autoclave. The prepreg “dry” process is different from standard carbon fiber which is made by applying a wet resin to the raw carbon fiber sheet. This dry process is much more precise and is very strong, which allows for lighter and stronger carbon fiber parts, that can also withstand higher temperatures.

Lightweight wheels have many advantages, from improving acceleration, braking and handling to even improving fuel efficiency. Professional race car driver Scott Birdsall recently used Litespeed Racing wheels on his world record setting Pikes Peak race. Birdsall commented “These Litespeed Racing wheels are the lightest that I have every held”. In addition to being lightweight, the carbon fiber construction also makes the wheels very stiff. 3rd party testing has found the Carbon One wheel to be the stiffest wheel that they have ever tested. But Litespeed Racing wheels are not only for race cars. Street driven cars can benefit from them too. They have been tested according to VIA and SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) protocols, which includes testing that simulates a wheel being hit by another car and a test that simulates hitting a large pothole.

About Litespeed Racing

Litespeed Racing is an automotive accessory manufacture founded in 2006, which specializes in ultra lightweight wheels for both streetcars and race cars. Its wheels have been used on both streetcars and a number of record setting, and class winning racecars. For more information on the Carbon One wheel, or any of Litespeed Racing’s wheels, please visit their website, or social media pages (Instagram/ Facebook : Litespeedracing).

For the original news story, please visit https://www.prdistribution.com/news/litespeed-racing-launches-world-s-lightest-carbon-fiber-wheel.html

BENDER GETS THREE SECOND PLACE FINISHES FOR SEXTON GATLIN RACING

(Lakeside, CA, November 26, 2021) After his win in the prestigious “5th Annual Western States Lightning Sprint Car Championship” at the Bakersfield Speedway on November 16th, red-hot AJ Bender of San Diego, California reeled off three straight second place finishes at the “Hangtown 100” at the Placerville Speedway.  That gives Bender two wins, three second place finishes, a third and a fifth in seven races with Sexton Gatlin Racing. 

Drivers accumulated points in qualifying, heats and preliminary main events the first two nights at Placerville.  Those points determined the driver’s starting positions for the beginning of Saturday’s program, which featured two qualifiers, two B mains and a 30 lap A main finale. 

Two days after Bakersfield, Sexton Gatlin Racing showed up at Placerville with a contingent of four drivers.  Father Brent Sexton, his sons Grant & Dalton and Bender represented the team on the track.  In addition, they had former racer Seth Kramer serving as crew chief for the high-status three-night race.

Night 1, Thursday, November 18

Bender opened things in a strong way for SGR when he was second fast qualifier out of 32-cars that participated in time trials when he clocked in at 12.624 on the red-clay quarter mile.  Grant, the youngest member of the Lakeside, California based team, was fourth quick at 12.722.  After flying up to the race, Brent and Dalton got caught in traffic on Interstate 5 and missed qualifying.  In fact, they were changing into their fire suits in the car on the way to the track and just made it in time to start the heat races.

After his impressive showing in qualifying, Bender turned in a nice performance in the second heat race taking the win after starting sixth. Dalton was in the third heat and due to not getting a qualifying lap, he started at the back of the pack in ninth and finished sixth. The final heat race matched Grant and Brent against each other.  Grant did the same as Bender did in heat race #1.  He started sixth, drove through the field and picked up the win.  Brent started in ninth and drove all the way to a third-place finish.

Bender, Grant and Brent all earned tickets straight into the main event.  Dalton had to contest the B feature but did not secure one of the transfer spots.

For the opening night 25-lap main event, Grant, and Bender shared row #2 for the start.  Brent was coming from the inside of row five.  To say Brent’s main event race was a short one is an understatement.  Coming down for the green flag to start the race, several cars bunched up near the front of the pack and the car starting next to Brent clobbered him causing both to flip without getting a lap in.  Brent was uninjured, but his race was over before it started with an 18th place finish.  

Grant was running fourth early in the main when he bicycled and went over the cushion in turn one before coming to a stop.  The teen restarted at the back and a few laps later met with the same fate on the same part of the track.  He restarted at the back again and tipped it over, ending his night with a frustrating 16th place finish. 

Bender flew the SGR colors and battled hard for a very impressive second-place finish.   

Night #2, Friday, November 18

The second night of the “Hangtown 100” saw 34-cars check into the pits.  Grant, who qualified fourth on Thursday, went two spots better on Friday with the second fastest time of 12.650.  Bender was right behind in third with a 12.657.  Dalton made it three SGR cars in the top 10 when he timed in seventh best at 12.789.  Brent’s lap of 13.236 was 20th.  

For the second night in a row, Grant started in sixth in his eight-lap heat.  This time he drove forward to finish second.  Like Grant, Bender started sixth in his heat for the second time in 24 hours. Like his teenage teammate, he brought the #2J home in second.  Dalton was in the same heat and placed sixth.  Brent took advantage of his outside front row starting spot to win the last heat race. 

All four SGR cars started the main event.  This time Bender and Grant shared row three.  Brent was coming from the ninth spot and Dalton was coming from 16th.  A bizarre scenario played out on a lap four restart, and it included the two Sexton siblings.  Grant was running fourth when the car in third hit a rut in turn one knocking him up the track directly in front of Grant. With nowhere to go, Grant clipped the car’s rear will and turned over.  Seconds later as the cars were slowing down for the red flag, Dalton got upside down in turn three.  Grant was able to get his car back to the pits quickly.  In the time it took to get Dalton’s car off the track, the crew repaired Grant’s car and he returned to action.

Once the green flag restarted the race, Grant dazzled the crowd driving all the way back to a thrilling fourth place finish.  Just ahead of him, it looked as though Bender was going to finish third.  However, when the second-place car went wide coming off turn four, Bender pounced to his inside, snatched the position away and finished second.  Brent ended up finishing ninth and that was nine spots better than he placed on Thursday night.

Night #3, Saturday, November 20

Unfortunately, the damage Dalton’s car suffered in Friday’s A main was too severe to be fixed.  Thus, he was unable to compete on Saturday night.  The show started off with the top 20 in points split into two qualifier races.  The top five from each qualifier went into the main event.  The remainder of the cars went to the B main.

Being high point man from the first two nights, Bender started on the pole in the first qualifier and bagged the win sending him to the A finale.  Grant started fourth but finished sixth meaning he would have to go to one of the two last chance B mains.  Brent started and finished seventh in his qualifier sending him into the other last chance B main.

The two B mains proved good for father and son.  Grant started on the pole to win the first one.  Brent started on the outside of the first row in the second B and he also took the win. The victories sent each into the main event.

For the 30-lap finale, Bender started on the outside of the third row.  Grant started 11th and Brent started 12th.  Unfortunately, Grant’s weekend came to a premature end when he blew a hole in the header on the eighth lap. 

Bender bided his time and slowly worked his way towards the front.   He took the fourth spot on lap 16 and three laps later he moved into third.  It looked like third was where he was going to finish, but driving his heart out, he caught the second-place car on lap 23.  From there, he engaged in a fierce battle for the runner up spot that included wheel rubbing.  By the time he secured second, it was too late to catch the leader and he finished second for the third night in a row.  Brent crossed the line in 12th

“Running second all three nights kind of sucks to be honest,” Bender lamented after the race.  “I feel we were good and could have raced Logan (winner Logan Seavey).  I just did not get through traffic as good as he did.”

SGR will get this weekend off, before heading to the Imperial Valley Raceway for the POWRi Lucas Oil Southwest Lightning Sprint Car Series “Lettuce Cup” on December 3rd and 4th.

Teenager Grant will be the first SGR driver to be back in action after the early December weekend at Imperial when he wheels one of the Hyper house cars in three different classes at the “36th Annual Tulsa Shootout” from December 29th through January 1st. The event takes place inside the massive SagNet Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It is the biggest micro sprint race in the world and will be available to race fans around the globe on https://www.floracing.com/.

Even though the team is still competing in 2021, plans are already underway for another busy season in 2022. If you or your business wants to partner up with one of the most visible Lightning Sprint teams on the West Coast, please call (619) 454-6945 or E-mail mailto:sextonfire@cox.net or  mailto:sextonfire@gmail.com.   

To keep up with all the exploits of the Sexton/Gatlin Racing Team, be sure to visit the team Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Sexton-Gatlin-Racing-1173560279445564/

Sexton/Gatlin Racing would like to thank the following companies for making the 2021 season possible. Sexton Fire Protection, BK Wings, Troy Dirt, Victory Graphix, Swift Powdercoat, Maxima Oil, Infiniti Shocks and an extra special thanks to Scotty and Jimmy Keys.

Sexton Gatlin Racing 2021 Results

March 26     Mojave Valley Raceway    David Bezio 2nd – Grant Sexton 3rd – Brent Sexton 8th

March 27     Mojave Valley Raceway    Brent Sexton 1st – David Bezio 3rd – Rudy Padilla 4th – Grant Sexton 6th

April 3          Barona Speedway            Grant Sexton 2nd – David Bezio 3rd – Dalton Sexton 10th

April 10       Bakersfield Speedway      Brent Sexton 4th – Grant Sexton 5th

April 17       Barona Speedway            Dalton Sexton 1st – David Bezio 7th – Grant Sexton 9th

May 1          Barona Speedway            Grant Sexton 1st – Dalton Sexton 2nd – David Bezio 3rd

May 15        Barona Speedway            Grant Sexton 1st – David Bezio DNS

May 29        Central Missouri Speedway        Grant Sexton 19th – Shane Sexton 8th in B Main – Brent Sexton 9th in B Main – Dalton Sexton 13th in B Main

May 30        Central Missouri Speedway        Grant Sexton 3rd – Brent Sexton 16th – Shane Sexton 17th – Dalton Sexton 19th

June 12       Barona Speedway            Grant Sexton 1st – David Bezio 2nd

July 24        Santa Maria Raceway       Grant Sexton 4th – Brent Sexton 5th

August 7      Barona Speedway            David Bezio 1st – Grant Sexton 3rd – Brent Sexton 12th

August 11    Norman County Raceway Grant Sexton 1st – Dalton Sexton 4th – Sheldon Creed 21st – Brent Sexton 11th B Main

August 13    River Cities Speedway     Sheldon Creed 6th – Brent Sexton 7th – Grant Sexton 8th – Dalton Sexton 10th

August 14    Greenbush Race Park       Brent Sexton 6th – Grant Sexton 7th – Dalton Sexton 9th – Sheldon Creed 10th B Main

August 15    Buffalo River Speedway   Sheldon Creed 2nd – Grant Sexton 4th – Dalton Sexton 6th – Brent Sexton DNS

August 21    Barona Speedway            Brent Sexton 1st – David Bezio 5th – Grant Sexton 6th – Dalton Sexton 13th

Sept. 18      Barona Speedway            Grant Sexton 1st – Brent Sexton 3rd – David Bezio 5th – Dalton Sexton 15th

October 2     Barona Speedway            Grant Sexton 2nd – Brent Sexton 3rd – David Bezio 8th

October 14   Lemoore Raceway           A.J. Bender 5th – Grant Sexton 10th – Dalton Sexton 12th – Brent Sexton 20th

October 15   Lemoore Raceway           A.J. Bender 1st – Brent Sexton 18th – Grant Sexton 9th B Main – Dalton Sexton 10th B Main

October 16   Lemoore Raceway           A.J. Bender 3rd – Brent Sexton 9th – Dalton Sexton 13th – Grant Sexton 18th

Nov. 16       Bakersfield Speedway      AJ Bender 1st – Grant Sexton 6th – Brent Sexton 22nd  

Nov. 18       Placerville Speedway       AJ Bender 2nd – Grant Sexton 16th – Brent Sexton 18th – Dalton Sexton 12th B Main

Nov. 19       Placerville Speedway       AJ Bender 2nd – Grant Sexton 4th – Brent Sexton 9th – Dalton Sexton 19th

Nov. 20        Placerville Speedway       AJ Bender 2nd – Brent Sexton 12th – Grant Sexton 18th – Dalton Sexton DNS

Three Unique Ways to Save and Make Money with your Car(s)

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Every once in a while, it’s good practice to spend some time addressing your finances and discovering ways to reduce spending and increase savings. Similar to your rent, mortgage, or utilities, your car can be a significant cost annually. Fortunately for you, there are plenty of ways to reduce costs and put them towards future projects, activities, vacations, or your savings account, but today we’ll focus on some of the more unconventional methods of saving and using your car as a financial asset.

Unique Auto Insurance Policies

Regardless of where you live, complying with your states law’s regarding car insurance is mandatory, however, there are ways to reduce your rates and premiums based on your liabilities, and how you use your vehicles. There are more specific insurance plans that offer discounts and better rates based on the general use of a vehicle. A great example of this would be infrequently driven cars due to the pandemic, coinciding with working remotely. A good question to ask yourself in this scenario would be “how much can I save on car insurance on a car I rarely drive?”, and applying this to a more cost-efficient insurance plan. The question itself helps provide its own solution, and one would quickly discover savings of around 30% annually on a simple policy change. A unique insurance plan such as this could also go beyond working remotely and also be applied to other less-used vehicles you possess to provide even more savings.

Renting Out Your Car

Alike the aforementioned point of rarely driven car insurance, you could also inquire about renting your car out. This method could be perfect for individuals who work from home or spend a lot of time flying to different states or abroad for work or travel and wish to keep their existing insurance plan. This is easily done securely through the means of apps and websites. These apps will often provide their insurance or work with your existing insurance provider to rent your car out safely and securely with minimal risk to your vehicle. They also offer protections such as cleaning and detailing in the event of mistreatment by a customer. All in all, this method provides a very hands-off approach to using your vehicle as an asset to generate money.

Ride-Sharing

Another uncommonly used method to save or even generate money is ride-sharing. Ride-sharing is essentially just car-pooling but nowadays can be a bit more advanced and involved. Typically, this will be done through an app, website, or social media by posting a listing and having others pay to ride along in your vehicle for the journey. This method can be fantastic additional income for those who travel a lot for work or leisure and will easily cover the costs of gas. Ride-sharing also offers the opportunity to meet new people, and allow for more enjoyable drives which in turn could yield additional health benefits as well as connections for resumes and opportunities. There is a caveat, however, in that some people may just be unpleasant, or attempt to avoid paying, but if you use secure apps, they will provide protections such as rating systems and background information to prevent instances of this sort of behavior.

Conclusion

When it comes to methods to save money and use your car as an asset, one may not consider these previously mentioned methods and miss out on the potential extra benefits of car ownership. It’s equally likely that these methods may not even be beneficial to you depending on circumstance, or work situations but as you continue throughout your ever-changing lives, simply knowing about these options could provide benefits to you and your family in the future, and help pave the way to a better life.