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Kris Wright to Complete the Niece Motorsports 2022 Driver Lineup

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MOORESVILLE, N.C. (Dec. 7, 2021) – Kris Wright will join Niece Motorsports full time for the 2022 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, completing the team’s driver line up.

“I’m looking forward to joining the Niece Motorsports organization in 2022,” said Wright. “I learned a lot last year that I think will be beneficial next season. I’m appreciative of Al Niece for allowing me the opportunity to race and represent his organization. The team is working hard to prepare for 2022. I’m ready to get the season started.”

Wright completed a partial schedule in the 2021 Truck Series for Young’s Motorsports. The 27-year-old driver has 17 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series starts to his credit, with his best finish of 12th coming in last year’s season-opener at Daytona International Speedway.

In addition, the Wexford, Pa. native competed in all seven road course events for Sam Hunt Racing in the 2021 NASCAR Xfinity Series. Wright’s best finish was a 17th-place result at Watkins Glen International.

“As a group we are really excited about the direction our organization is heading, going into the 2022 season,” said Niece Motorsports General Manager Cody Efaw. “Kris is an important piece of that puzzle, so we are happy to have him join the team. I think the four drivers we have set for the 2022 season will complement each other well and work well together. We have big expectations next season and we’re working hard to get there.”

Wright will pilot the No. 44 Chevrolet Silverado for Niece Motorsports, joining teammates Carson Hocevar, Dean Thompson, and Lawless Alan, all competing full time for the organization in 2022.

The NASCAR Camping World Truck Series season will kick off at Daytona International Speedway on Friday, February 18 at 7:30 p.m. ET, with the NextEra Energy 250, airing live on FS1, MRN, and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.

About Niece Motorsports:
Niece Motorsports is owned by United States Marine Corps Veteran Al Niece. In 2022, Niece Motorsports enters its seventh season in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series. Niece also owns Niece Equipment, which has for over 40 years provided clients with reliable products at competitive prices. Niece Equipment’s reputation is built on service, integrity and dependability. The company provides water and fuel/lube trucks that are engineered with quality and durability in mind for the construction and mining industry. Follow the team on Facebook and Instagram @NieceMotorsports as well as Twitter @NieceMotorsport.

Fast And Furious: 5 Dangers Of Speeding

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Car crash dangerous accident on the road.

Going beyond the speed limit may be tempting on days when you have to hurry to your destination. The reason could be because you’re running late for work or an appointment. Another reason could be because you don’t realize you are already driving too fast. And on the other hand, some intentionally speed up just because they enjoy it.  

But as drivers, it’s your utmost responsibility to drive safely. And bear in mind that safe driving isn’t just about cruising within the speed limit; it also concerns your consciousness in assessing the condition of the road and adjusting if necessary.  

For the record, 33% of all fatal automobile crashes are caused by speeding, ranking third among the top reasons for automobile crashes. In America alone, there are over 10,000 cases of fatal vehicular crashes caused by speeding. 

So whatever the reason is, exceeding the speed limit could be extremely dangerous, and here are the reasons why:

  • Increased Risk Of Accidents

When you’re driving too fast, you’ll most likely have a lesser reaction time to avoid hazards on the road. Chances are if you’ve noticed the danger, you’re already too close to it. It’s because vehicles that move at higher speed cover more ground in a lesser amount of time than vehicles that move slower.  

For example, the design of the road you’re taking has a curve. If you’re exceeding the speed limit, you won’t have enough time to steer your wheel to slow down and turn. Another example is when there are pedestrians who plan to cross the road. If you’re too fast, you might not make it in time to hit the brake the moment you see them. 

It’ll also be difficult for other drivers to adjust to your speed if you’re over the limit. They might misjudge your action and won’t be able to react immediately if you suddenly bolted.  

  • Severe Crashes

A vehicle that doubles its speed needs at least four times of braking distance. Vehicles don’t immediately stop after you step on their brakes, so the chance of hitting another vehicle is very likely. 

But how would it create a high-impact crash? In physics, extremely fast vehicles have more kinetic energy. Therefore, if it hits another object, it would have more impact and greater damage. This is dangerous to you and other people since absorbing impact beyond the body’s capacity would result in injury. 

Additionally, if the vehicle can’t handle too much speed, the effectiveness of installed protection equipment would lessen. So regardless of wearing a seatbelt or having an airbag, it might still not save you and other passengers if you’re exceeding the speed limit.

  • Change In Driving Behavior And Habits

Aside from the real-time dangers that accompany speeding, it might also cause some changes in driving behavior and habits. And this isn’t a good sign since drivers should always behave on the road; they should always become responsible drivers and abide by the traffic rules.  

One risky behavior of someone who’s used to speeding is weaving through traffic. If the driver sees that the road is nearly empty, they feel tempted to speed up. And this would become a habit if not prevented immediately. They might think it’s always okay to go beyond the limit just as long as they’re not causing an accident. 

Another risky behavior is not stopping at traffic lights. Whether the road is empty or not, drivers should always follow road signs, particularly traffic lights. Otherwise, those who follow it might become involved in your recklessness.  

  • Financial Implication

Exceeding the speed limit is an offense. As a licensed driver, you should know this beforehand. If caught, you’d be given a speeding ticket which can amount to hundreds of dollars. 

You might also pay for the damages if ever an accident occurs. If you’re caught speeding, here’s what you should do.

  • Possible Loss of License

Speed driving is against the law so there will be legal implications. One legal implication is the ticket you’ll receive when you’ve been caught. Aside from the fine, your license would also receive speeding violation points. And if you’ve violated three or more times in five years, there’s a high chance that you’ll lose your license. 

Safety Tips

To avoid speeding, you may use cruise control. This allows your vehicle to maintain a more consistent speed. 

You should also leave as early as possible, so you’ll arrive at your destination on time. You’ll never have the full guarantee of the traffic situation; thus, it’s better to allot more time in your travel.

Always be mindful of your surroundings and keep in mind the consequences of speeding. Remember that there are people who are waiting for you to get home safely. And that it’s always better to drive slowly, just as long as you reach your destination safe and sound.

How to Identify a Good Used Car

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If one thing is certain, is that for every driver on the planet, the chances of them having to buy a new car are very high. This is because no car is designed to live forever – if this were true then this would be particularly for climate activists. As most cars will eventually start to break then, it is clear that most people will always need to buy another car. This is true for those who only buy new too, as it is likely they will want an upgrade after the manufacturer’s warranty has run out. 

However, the reality is that most people will be in the market for a used car, as these options represent the most cost-effective way to get access to transport. Most car buyers are already aware that there could be some lurking dangers when it comes to buying a used car. This is because the more used a part is, the more likely it will fail. While it is no guarantee that a used car will fail during the time that someone owns it, it is hard to disagree that they are the best option for those who want reliability.

Once this is considered, it is still very likely that there will be many interested in buying a used car. It is very useful to have the used-car-buying price information readily available in this case. In most cases, you will be able to save money when buying a used car instead of paying the advertised cost if you have this information. Something for buyers to remember is that at the end of the day, sellers want the car gone, and if a discounted price is still within profit, then most private car sellers and car dealerships should not have a problem with knocking the price of the car.

A good way to save money on a used car is to consider whether the purchase is right or not. Many people overpay because they buy a car they want, but do not need. People should consider the type of driving they will be doing and buy accordingly. Electric cars are a good option for all kinds of driving though and most people will know that this slice of the market is seeing extraordinary growth. The kind of rise that it is seeing is not unlike the gambling industry as the popularity of online sites like https://wishcasinos.com/ have made the industry rise significantly.

Another way that potential buyers can save money is by taking a mechanical friend along for the ride. They will be able to inspect any used cars and give buyers a good idea if it is worth buying or not. Any problem points can also be used against the seller as a way to lower the price of the vehicle too. People who don’t have friends that are mechanics don’t need to worry either, as many companies provide this service.

These are just a few tips on how to save money when buying a used car, but there are countless more to learn too. It should be clear though that everyone should be able to get some amount off.

News and updates heading into the 2022 season

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Currently, it’s is the off-season for racing, but there are still racing events going on and announcements that have already been made for 2021, and new updates for the upcoming 2022 season.

Chase Elliott made his Nitro Rallycross debut

Elliott made his debut in a sprint car in Travis Pastrana’s Nitro Rallycross and finished first in round 5, but was penalized for avoidable contact with Tanner Foust in the final turn.  “I appreciate Travis (Pastrana) and everybody for having me,” Elliott said. “ASHOC is kind to let me expand my horizons on getting outside of my comfort zone. It’s been a lot of fun and I appreciate their partnership.”

In the finale on the second day of racing, Elliott finished last in the eight-car field.  Elliott might not have been the favorite driver to bet on since it was his debut, but Pastrana was.  It is often tough to find the best bookie unless you read the list of new australian bookmakers and you will not have the difficulties or challenges of identifying which new betting sites are the best for you.

On Sunday, Travis Pastrana won the inaugural Nitro Rallycross Supercar championship at North Florida’s The FIRM.  “It’s been an amazing year.” Pastrana said. “I want to win as a driver but even more I want Nitro Rallycross to be the best championship out there. Now we have a proven concept.”

The finishers in the inaugural final Nitro Rallycross standings were Pastrana, then Scott Speed in second, and Timmy Hansen finished third.

On a popular note, another MPD for Elliott

It was announced that Elliott won the 2021 NMPA Most Popular Driver (MPD) presented by Hooters for the fourth straight year.  Elliott is carrying out his own most popular driver tradition just like his father Bill Elliott did for a record of 16 times.  The MPD award began back in 1953 with the first recipient Lee Petty and has honored fan favorites Richard Petty, Bobby Allison, Cale Yarborough, Darrell Waltrip, and the 15-time winner Dale Earnhardt Jr. since then.

Hooters has extended their sponsorship with Elliott

Hooters and Elliott extended their relationship by signing a new three-year contract as the primary sponsorship of the No. 9 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 team fielded by Hendrick Motorsports for three races each season through 2024.  For the 2022 season, Hooters will be on the No. 9 Hooters Chevrolet at World Wide Technology Raceway (6/9), Bristol Motor Speedway (9/17), and the Las Vegas Motor Speedway (10/16).

McDonald’s and 23XI extend partnership

In a press release on Tuesday, 23XI Racing and McDonald’s announced that McDonald’s will expand its partnership with the No. 23 Toyota Camry TRD team with driver Bubba Wallace for multiple races in 2022, including the Daytona 500.  The agreement with McDonald’s also extends to the 2004 NASCAR Cup Series Champion, Kurt Busch, and will be on the No. 45 Toyota Camry TRD for multiple races in 2022.

New majority owner of RPM

Richard Petty Motorsports (RPM) announced on Wednesday that Maury Gallagher, owner of Gallagher Motorsports (GMS), did purchase the majority portion of RPM and would get the RPM two charters.

GMS Racing announced in June that it would expand to the Cup Series in 2022 and Ty Dillon was announced as the driver of the No. 94 Chevrolet in October. Erik Jones will continue to drive the No. 43 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1.

Snowball win for Smith

Chandler Smith won the 54th Annual Snowball Derby at Five Flags Speedway in Pensacola, Florida on Sunday.  The NASCAR Camping World Truck Series driver for Kyle Busch Motorsports made a late bump-and-run on Derek Thorn with 13 laps left in the 300-lap event.  Other NASCAR drivers in the event were Carson Hocevar, who finished 7th, Erik Jones 10th, Grant Enfinger 19th, and Derek Kraus finished 20th

A not happy at all Thorn finished second, Cole Butcher third, Ryan Preece fourth, and Sammy Smith finished fifth.

World Wide Technology Raceway attracts rush of fans from across North America for NASCAR Cup Series Race in June 2022

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Thousands of ticket deposits and sales prove event’s importance;
Ameren Illinois making major infrastructure upgrades while WWTR undergoes renovations

December 6, 2021, MADISON, IL – In the first months since its announcement, the June 5, 2022, NASCAR Cup Series race at World Wide Technology Raceway has earned significant fan and sponsor interest, generating thousands of ticket deposits and more than 500 inquiries for hospitality suites and on-site camping experiences. More than half of the available tickets for race have been claimed by existing ticket holders with the balance available for public sale on December 15, 2021.

Further, improvements outside the venue will upgrade the driver, race and fan experience as Ameren Illinois makes critical enhancements to bolster the local electric grid that serves customers in and around the track, including upgrading the two circuits currently feeding the venue and adding a third circuit. “The technology that drives modern racing, coupled with on-site attendance from broadcast media outlets and more than 60,000 fans requires significant power, and Ameren Illinois is helping ensure we host a seamless event for all,” said Curtis Francois, owner and CEO of WWTR.

“We know the NASCAR Cup Series race is going to have a tremendous economic impact on the region,” said Richard J. Mark, Chairman and President, Ameren Illinois. “This upgrade, which is part of our overall statewide plan to build a cleaner, greener, more resilient grid, plays a role in making WWTR a premier motorsports venue.”

The strong response is indicative of what the sporting world knows – the NASCAR Cup Series with its 80 million fans delivers millions of dollars each year to host communities. An economic impact study by the Rawlings Sports Business Management Department at Maryville University projects this race will produce at least $60 million in economic impact for the St. Louis market annually.

Venue Improvements

The WWTR team is managing many improvements to the venue. There is a heavy focus on the highly desirable infield experience including premium camping sites, a large interactive fan entertainment area adjacent to the garages and upgraded driver and team owner access. The hospitality suite tower is undergoing renovation as well, with updated interiors and an enhanced VIP entrance.

More than $40 million in improvements are underway for the 2022 racing season which will include the inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race at WWTR. “We are receiving strong interest in naming rights for the race, and will unveil our sponsor and related fan opportunities soon,” said Francois.

About World Wide Technology Raceway

World Wide Technology Raceway (WWTR) is the home of NASCAR, INDYCAR, and NHRA racing in the St. Louis region. Located just five minutes from downtown St. Louis and covering more than 600 acres, WWTR is the largest outdoor entertainment facility in the area. WWTR’s facilities include a 1/4-mile drag strip, 1.25-mile superspeedway, recently expanded 2.0-mile road course, a state-of-the-art karting facility, a 14-acre multi-purpose dirt off-road venue, and the adjacent Gateway National Golf Links. WWTR and owner Curtis Francois have been recognized with several awards, including: 2021 Comcast Community Champion of the Year; 2021 Jack Buck Award; 2020 NASCAR Drive for Diversity Track Award; 2018 Innovator Award from the St. Louis Convention & Visitors Commission; 2017 Outstanding Facility of the Year Award from the Race Track Business Conference; and the 2017 Spirit of St. Louis Award from the St. Louis Attractions Association.

About Ameren Illinois
Ameren Illinois delivers energy to 1.2 million electric and 807,000 natural gas customers throughout central and southern Illinois. Our service territory covers more than 1,200 communities and 43,700 square miles and our mission is to power the quality of life. For more information, visit AmerenIllinois.com. Follow us on Twitter @AmerenIllinois and Facebook.

Rebel Rock Racing Confirms 2022 IMSA Program Plans

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Looking to turn challenges of 2021 into new success in 2022

DELAND, FL (6 Dec. 2021) – Coming off a strong finish to a challenging 2021 season, Rebel Rock Racing is looking for a strong start to the 2022 IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge campaign. The team has continuity on its side, returning for the fourth consecutive season with the No. 71 Urban Grid Chevrolet Camaro GT4.R and both of its lead drivers, Frank DePew and Robin Liddell.

Faced with a challenging Balance of Performance at the start of the 2021 season, the team managed to work through technical challenges and recovered from several on-track incidents, a mid-season break and even a driver illness to come away looking for better results in 2022.

Rebel Rock won early in the campaign at Sebring and placed fourth in the penultimate round at Virginia International Raceway, proving the competitiveness of the operation.

“We ended the season on a good note, knowing we had the potential to have a good result,” Liddell said. “We decided not to go to [WeatherTech Raceway] Laguna Seca to focus on finishing on a bit of a high, knowing it would give us momentum over the winter. More importantly, it also demonstrates to each of us how to be successful.”

The team struggled in practice at Road America late in the season with its repaired backup car, and decided to withdraw from that event along with Round 8 at Laguna Seca. The work paid off when DePew led the first laps of his professional career near the midway point at VIR.

“That was a cool moment and I feel like it was a good demonstration of not only the progress I’ve made as a driver, but also really of how the team took some punches during the year but still showed up ready to execute every weekend, and that makes me pretty excited about 2022,” said DePew.

The run out front at the home VIR round didn’t play out as promised after a late caution hurt Liddell’s chances of a podium finish, but was still a welcome weekend after the mid-season setbacks.

“We didn’t believe we had a car to win with at VIR, but we finished fourth,” Liddell said. “Really, it was not a bad result. That’s what I impressed on Frank and the team: when we have a chance to win, obviously, we want to win. But when we don’t have a chance to win, we just do the best we can and score as many points as we can. I see no reason at all why if we do that kind of job consistently, next year we can challenge for the championship. The performance was there at the end, so I see no reason why we can’t do that next year. That is the goal.”

Making the starting grid was a major challenge for the season finale at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. DePew caught a stomach virus during the race weekend, but felt good enough to start the race near the back of the grid. He managed to gain a few positions during the opening lap before being forced off the track and into a gravel trap, costing the team two laps. Liddell took over at the midway point and came home 15th.

Building on the late-season momentum with yet another very short off-season ahead of the traditional Daytona season-opener, Rebel Rock Racing is pleased to have its 2022 program in place with the same key personnel returning to support the Chevrolet Camaro GT4 platform as the grid is expected to once again grow with more talented teams joining the fray.

“We’re looking forward to next year, committed to next year,” Liddell said. “Frank has turned a corner this year in his race craft, as we saw at VIR, so that’s proof of what he can do. We’ll be ready for 2022.

“The plan is to come back next year and do a better job.”

The 2022 gets underway with the BMW M Endurance Challenge, a four-hour race at Daytona International Speedway on Friday, Jan. 28.

Travis Pastrana Crowned First-Ever Nitro Rallycross Series Champion

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SCOTT SPEED AND TIMMY HANSEN FINISH SECOND AND THIRD IN SERIES STANDINGS; CASPER JANSSON WINS NRX NEXT CHAMPIONSHIP

Nitro RX Series Concludes in Thrilling Fashion at North Florida’s The FIRM

(Jacksonville – December 6, 2021) Travis Pastrana (USA)made history clinching the first Nitro Rallycross Supercar championship. The inaugural series culminated Sunday at North Florida’s The FIRM with action-packed, fast-paced racing. After the dust settled, Pastrana’s strong body of work throughout the campaign sealed his win, followed by Subaru Motorsports USA teammate Scott Speed (USA) and Timmy Hansen (SWE).

To kick things off, Pastrana had a special surprise for The FIRM crowd. When he invited NASCAR star Chase Elliott (USA) to join Nitro Rallycross for the Florida finale as a guest driver, Elliott quickly said yes – but had one condition: that Pastrana skydive. On Sunday morning Pastrana made good on his word, jumping from a plane piloted by Elliott. 

Pastrana then went to work, winning a crucial first heat against Kevin Hansen (SWE). Not only did the victory put him directly into the Florida final, it also completed a sweep of his Nitro RX 2021 heats. Speed followed suit, locking in a final spot with a win in his first heat. Elliott then punched his ticket in the semifinal rounds as did Kevin Hansen.

Timmy Hansen set the pace early in the Florida final with Pastrana close behind him. The lead changed hands on the third lap, with Pastrana holding off his challengers until the final lap when he was overtaken coming out of the joker. Timmy Hansen crossed the finish line first followed by his brother Kevin, with Speed taking third.

While today’s race did not go Pastrana’s way, his prior victories in Phoenix and Southern California were enough to win the first Nitro Rallycross Supercar Championship. Afterwards he said, “Thank you to Subaru and thank you to the fans, thank you guys for coming out.”

Pastrana added, “It’s been an amazing year, it exceeded all my expectations as a driver. I want to win as a driver but even more I want Nitro Rallycross to be the best championship out there. Now we have a proven concept. We had the best rallycross drivers in the world, we had NASCAR Cup championship winners like Kyle Busch and Chase Elliott come out. It was a great first year, and I’m even more excited about the future.”

Timmy Hansen congratulated Pastrana on his historic win. “Massive congrats to Travis, not just today for wrapping up the series title but for this whole year. He has been the one to beat at most races and he put this whole championship together, so I couldn’t be happier for anyone.”

2021 Supercar Championship Final Standings:

PositionNameNationTeamSalt Lake CityMinn.PhoenixSo CalNorthFloridaTotal
1Travis PastranaUSASubaru Motorsports USA25+345+250+450+335+2219
2Scott SpeedUSASubaru Motorsports USA30+450+340+145+240+4219
3Timmy HansenSWEHansen World RX Team50+135+145+230+150+3218
4Kevin HansenSWEHansen World RX Team40+140+420+10+445+2157
5Steve ArpinCANLoenbro Motorsports45+210+215+32520+1123
6Tanner FoustUSADreyer Reinbold Racing15+11525–25+182
7Robin LarssonSWEMonster Energy RX Cartel–25+10+11530+173
8Andrea BakkerudNORSubaru Motorsports USA1020–40+1–71
9Fraser McConnellJAMOlsbergs MSE35+230+10+10+2–71
10Kevin ErikssonSWEOlsbergs MSE––0+235+1–38
11Kyle BuschUSA ––35––35
12Cabot BighamUSADreyer Reinbold Racing––30––30
13Oliver ErikssonSWEOlsbergs MSE205–0+10+127
14Ronalds BaldinsLATOlsbergs MSE–––20–20
15Chase ElliottUSA ––––1515
16Oliver BennettGBRXCITE Energy Racing0+1––––1
16Liam DoranGBRMonster Energy RX Cartel–0+1–––1

Supercar Final (North Florida):

FinishCar #NameNationTeam
121Timmy HansenSWEHansen World RX Team
29Kevin HansenSWEHansen World RX Team
341Scott SpeedUSASubaru Motorsports USA
4199Travis PastranaUSASubaru Motorsports USA
54Robin LarssonSWEMonster Energy RX Cartel
624Tanner FoustUSADreyer Reinbold Racing
700Steve ArpinCANLoenbro Motorsports
89AChase ElliottUSA 

After an exciting series of NRX Next racing, it also came down to the finale. All eyes were on Casper Jansson (SWE), who came into North Florida in first place and looked to lock up the series title. Sage Karam (USA) took the checkered flag in today’s race, but it was not enough to catch Jansson in the series standings: Karam finished in second and Martin Enlund (SWE) came in third.

Nitro RX showed that the future of Rallycross is bright. Jansson was thrilled with his victory and said, “This is my first season of Rallycross and I’m really happy. I have leveled up very much and I learned a lot.”

2021 NRX Next Championship Final Standings:

PositionNameNationRC1RC2RC3RC4RC5RC6RC7RC8RC9RC10Total
1Casper JanssonSWE50404525204050503045395
2Sage KaramUSA–302050505040455050385
3Martin EnlundSWE45455045302525403540380
4George MegennisUSA25503020454545204520345
5Lane VacalaUSA40353540353520352015310
6Eric GordonUSA35252535252030251525260
7Conner MartellUSA––––403035304035210
8Kyle SchwartzUSA––––––1515253085
9John HoltgerUSA––4030––––––70
10Simon OlofssonSWE3020––––––––50

NRX Next Final (Round 10):

FinishCar #NameNationTeam
124Sage KaramUSADreyer Reinbold Racing
236Casper JanssonSWEEnlunds Motorsport
360Martin EnlundSWEEnlunds Motorsport
421Conner MartellUSA 
505Kyle SchwartzUSASTS RX
699Eric GordonUSABak 40 Motorsport
79George MegennisUSA#YellowSquad
855Lane VacalaUSADreyer Reinbold Racing

The special Side-by-Side contest featured a star-studded roster competing in off-road UTVs. Mikaela Ahlin-Kottulinsky (SWE) earned the victory followed by Kory Willis (USA) and Robbie Maddison (AUS) in second and third place, respectively. Hailie Deegan (USA) narrowly missed out the podium finishing in fourth place.

Side-By-Side Final (Round 4):

#BibNameNation
119Mikaela Ahlin-KottulinskySWE
217Kory WillisUSA
31TRobbie MaddisonAUS
41Hailie DeeganUSA
515Cody MartinUSA
6615Hubert RowlandUSA
7714Tyler VacalaUSA
826Scottie LawrenceUSA
922Blake WilliamsAUS
944Jordan BerzaUSA

Nitro Rallycross looks to come back even stronger in 2022. For information on how and when to experience Nitro RX’s high-flying action, check https://www.nitrorallycross.com/.

2021 NITRO RALLYCROSS SCHEDULE

Sept. 24-25 // Utah Motorsports Campus // Salt Lake City, Utah

Oct. 2-3 // ERX Motor Park // Minneapolis, Minnesota

Nov. 13-14 // Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park // Phoenix, Arizona

Nov. 20-21 // Glen Helen Raceway // Southern California

Dec. 4-5 // The FIRM // North Florida

ABOUT NITRO RALLYCROSS

Launched in 2018 by motorsports icon Travis Pastrana and the innovators of Nitro Circus, Nitro Rallycross has revolutionized motorsport. With innovative purpose-built courses, banked turns inspired by the wide-open action of Supercross and short-form, head-to-head competition, Nitro Rallycross creates high-impact, thrill-packed racing. NRX’s custom-built permanent tracks – featuring the biggest jumps seen in motorsports – create unrivaled racing excitement. The full-throttle competition is now set to go global, as Nitro Rallycross expands into a full standalone championship series. Looking ahead to 2022, NRX will also add an electric Supercar circuit featuring the all-new FC1-X, the most powerful Rallycross vehicle ever built. For more information, visit NitroRallycross.com.

Nitro Rallycross is part of Thrill One Sports & Entertainment. Thrill One is a next-generation content company that lives at the nexus of sports, entertainment and lifestyle, combining the resources of Nitro Circus, Street League Skateboarding, Nitro Rallycross and Thrill One Media. A multi-media platform founded in 2020, Thrill One is dedicated to creating mind-blowing action sports events and original content, fueled by the most daring athletes, talent and brands in thrill-based entertainment. It also boasts one of the largest aggregate social audiences in action sports, with more than 40 million followers across its multiple brand pages and channels. Visit thrillone.com/ for additional information.

HSR Classic Sebring 12 Hour Concludes with Late Drama, Record Closest Finish and Three First-Time Winners at Sebring International Raceway

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  • Alan Benjamin and Brady Refenning Win Group A in Closest Race Finish in HSR Classics History in Boulder Classics 1972 No. 18 Porsche 911 S/T
  • Jim Farley and Billy Johnson Secure Run Group B Victory in RM Motorsports 1978 No. 198 Lola T298
  • Tom Herb and Ryan Dalziel Co-Drive Fall-Line Motorsports 2017 No. 16 Mercedes-AMG GT3 to Smooth Run Group C Win
  • Price Ford and Cody Ellsworth Snag Run Group D Victory with Late Charge in 2016 No. 12 Autometrics Porsche 991

SEBRING, Florida (December 5, 2021) – Late drama, the closest finish in “HSR Classics” history and a trio of first-time winners brought the Sixth Annual Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) Classic Sebring 12 Hour, Pistons and Props, presented by the Alan Jay Automotive Network, to an exciting and competitive conclusion Sunday at Sebring International Raceway.

Competitors in the HSR Classic Sebring 12 Hour were divided into four period-correct Run Groups with each taking to the 3.74-mile Sebring circuit four separate times for 42-minute race segments over the last two days. Each overall Run Group winner was presented with a special-edition B.R.M. Chronographes watch commissioned specifically for the HSR Classic Sebring 12 Hour.

The Group A finish was a record-setting thriller that saw winners Alan Benjamin and Brady Refenning lead the group overall standings for just the final four minutes of the race in the Boulder Classics 1972 No. 18 Porsche 911 S/T powered by Refenning’s 901 Shop.

Refenning finished first in Saturday night’s third round, but the No. 18 never ranked higher than third in the overall Group A standings heading into Sunday morning’s fourth and final race.

The race looked to be well in-hand for the Red Dragon Racing 1963 No. 63 Corvette Stingray Coupe of Jason Sessions and Edward Sevadjian. The Corvette team won the opening two Group A rounds to bring a more than two-minute lead into the finale but were forced to retire when the Stingray dropped a valve in the race’s opening minutes.

The 901 Shop 1967 No. 27 Porsche of Nelson Calle moved into first place after the Corvette team’s heartbreak, but the Group A drama was far from over. With just minutes remaining in the final race, Calle was cruising comfortably to the win when a flat tire sent him to the pits.

The No. 27’s setback was just enough for Benjamin, who finished fourth in the final round, to edge Calle for the overall Group A win by 0.714 of a second, the closest finish in the history of the “HSR Classics” races at Sebring and Daytona International Speedway.

Benjamin previously secured a Sebring Classic 12 Run Group victory in the inaugural running of the HSR race in 2016, co-driving a Boulder Classics 1990 No. 17 Porsche 964 Cup to the Group C title with Robert Ames.

Partnering with Barry Waddell in the No. 18, Benjamin also secured the Group A GT-class victory in this year’s HSR Classic Daytona 24-hour race in late October.

Run Group B also had its share of late-race drama and heartbreak after a race-long battle between the RM Motorsports 1978 No. 198 Lola T298 of Jim Farley and Billy Johnson and the equally quick Phil Reilly and Co. 1974 No. 26 Chevron B26 of Gray Gregory and Ethan Shippert.

The teams split the wins in Saturday’s opening races, and Johnson won round three in the Lola Saturday night, but the Chevron still brought a nearly 10-second lead into Sunday’s fourth and final race.

Halfway through, Shippert was leading ahead of Farley’s Lola when something broke on the Chevron at speed heading into Sebring’s turn seven chicane section. Shippert was uninjured after contact with the safety barriers, but the Chevron team’s pursuit of a fourth-straight HSR Classic Sebring victory was over.

Farley drove out the remaining minutes and crossed the finish line well clear of the competition to seal his first career HSR Classics race win.

Run Group C emerged into a GT Modern (GTM) battle that was ultimately won by the 2017 No. 16 Fall-Line Mercedes-AMG GT3 of Tom Herb and Ryan Dalziel.

Herb and Dalziel went back and forth with the TAG 2016 No. 991 Porsche 991 GT3 of Thomas Gruber throughout the race. Gruber won both opening rounds in his Speed Syndicate-prepared 991 but could never quite shake the Mercedes-AMG GT3 that trailed just seconds behind in both races.

Herb and Dalziel co-drove to Saturday night’s round three victory that, along with a spin by Gruber, allowed them to build a nearly 45-second overall lead heading into Sunday afternoon’s fourth and final race.

Gruber picked up his third victory in the finale, but Dalziel once again was content to cruise just behind in second and defend the No. 16 team’s overall lead with a competitive but controlled pace. The Mercedes-AMG GT3 crossed the finish line just 0.671 of a second behind the Porsche to seal the overall win with a comfortable 43-second margin of victory.

Group D, a showcase of production-based HSR race cars, typically produces some of the Classic Sebring’s best competition and this weekend was no exception. It all came down to a two-Porsche 991 Cup battle between Price Ford and Cody Ellsworth in their 2016 No. 12 Autometrics entry and the similar Kelly-Moss Racing 2015 No. 85 entry of Brent Asplundh.

Asplundh swept Saturday’s opening rounds but a round three victory that night by Ford and Ellsworth put them in front heading into Sunday’s finale. Asplundh charged to his third win in four races but a competitive but calculated run to the finish in third place was just enough for Ford and Ellsworth to take the overall Group D win.

Co-winners Benjamin and Refenning, and runner-up Calle, were joined on the Group A podium by another 901 Shop entry. Refenning pulled double driving duty and, in addition to partnering Benjamin for the win, co-drove to a third place showing with his father, Jack Refenning, and Tom McGlynn in their 901 Shop 1966 No. 241 Porsche 911.

For the second-straight year, Run Group B saw quick and well-prepared Porsche 911s breakthrough for overall podium showings. Damon DeSantis and David Hinton co-drove the Heritage Motorsports 1974 No. 114 Porsche 911 to second while the sister 1969 No. 33 Porsche 911 RSR Heritage entry of Dean DeSantis and Josh Tuggle was third in Group B.

Third place in Group C went to Richard Carlino and Dave Handy in the Sasco Sports 2011 No. 25 Oreca FLM09 Prototype Challenge “PC” car while McGlynn made it two Classic 12 Hour podium showings on the weekend with third in Group D. McGlynn co-drove the 901 Shop 2003 No. 17 Porsche 996 with his son Jimmy McGlynn to the Group D podium showing.

Next up for HSR is a return to Sebring International Raceway for 2022’s season-opening HSR Spring Fling, April 6 – 8, 2022.

Noteworthy

  • Sunday’s farewell and departure of the amazing vintage and historic aircraft that are a blockbuster part of the HSR Classic Sebring 12 Hour, Pistons and Props, was preceded by the annual Best-Plane and Best-Car awards presentation. Attending pilots and their families select the best race car of the event while participating HSR competitors vote on their favorite plane. The airplane contingent selected the Red Dragon Racing Stingray that almost pulled off the Group A win with Patrick Sessions, Jason Sessions and Edward Sevadjian. The vintage airplane bestowed with this year’s honor was the 1938 Lockheed 12A Junior of David Marco. Originally purchased by Phillips 66 as a corporate aircraft, Marco’s Lockheed 12 is one of only eight still flying today.
  • The no-quit award at this year’s HSR Classic 12 clearly goes to Matador Motorsports. Pre-race favorites to take the Run Group C win with their 2016 No. 3 Corvette C7.R, team owner and driver Pierce Marshall instead found himself helping push the popular yellow Corvette from the pits to the paddock after a mechanical issue just one lap into Saturday afternoon’s first of four Group C rounds. Marshall and retired Corvette Racing guru Dan Binks, a key player in the 20-plus year success of Corvette Racing, quickly went to work on getting the C7.R back in action. Within 10 minutes of determining the problem, Binks was on the phone with his daughter who grabbed the needed parts at his shop in Brighton, Michigan and headed to Detroit Metro Airport for a 6:30 p.m. EST Saturday night flight. Binks and his wife picked up their daughter at Orlando International Airport and were back in Sebring by 11 p.m. EST. The new parts were installed at 7 a.m. EST Sunday, and Marshall went straight out and won that morning’s WeatherTech Sprint race before competing in the final Group C Classic 12 Hour round Sunday afternoon.

About HSR: Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) was formed in the mid-1970s with an event at Road Atlanta. There was one goal then and it remains true today: to celebrate the race cars from the past. As a “time machine” of sights and sounds, HSR provides a venue for competitors and spectators alike to share in the wonderful history and excitement created by the cars that competed at race tracks around the world. HSR currently sanctions eight vintage and historic racing events at some of the world’s most renowned race tracks, including Road Atlanta, Sebring International Raceway, Daytona International Speedway and more. The complete schedule and full event information can be found on HSR’s website at www.HSRRace.com. Look for the HSR Channel on YouTube and follow HSR on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/HSRrace/ and on Twitter and Instagram at @HSR_race. A dedicated website for the Classic 24 Hour at Daytona presented by IMSA is available at www.Classic24hour.com.

Round 3 Racing Crowned World Racing League Champions

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No. 701 Team Cooper Tires Porsche Cayman sweeps the GP1 with second win at COTA

Austin, Texas (5 December 2021) – The championship battle came down to the final race of the season with Round 3 Racing (R3R) taking the top spot in the 2021 World Racing League GP3 National Championship.

The No. 605 Hagerty Drivers Club Porsche Boxster of Carter Pease, Cole Loftsgard, Dennis Neel, and Jim Ptak represented R3R as they took the top honors at Circuit of the Americas on Sunday. The Hagerty team shined in each outing since joining the lineup at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course where they stood on the podium in both races that weekend.

Pease, Loftsgard, Neel and Ptak went on to combine for another second place finish in Race One at Road America before starting a four race win streak in Race Two at Road America, Daytona International Speedway, and Race One and Two at Road Atlanta to catapult themselves into the lead of the GP3 National Championship.

The No. 605 Porsche returned to the top step of the podium in the 24 Hours of Sebring International Raceway with the help of Sarah Montgomery, Brad McCall and Buz McCall. On their way to earning the GP3 National Championship, the No. 605 team captured the WRL Eastern Championship that was awarded following the round at Sebring.

The 2021 season came down to two eight-hour endurance races at Circuit of the Americas (COTA). Again Pease, Loftsgard, Neel and Ptak pushed the Porsche Boxster in the opening race of the weekend to take second, their ninth podium finish of the season, and cement themselves as the GP3 National Champions.

“2021 was a dream season for the 605, for me personally and the team,” said Neel. “From meeting at Mid Ohio and not knowing my co-drivers, having to learn who they were and having no idea if it was going to be a good season, bad season to multiple podiums and winning a championship is remarkable. To stand on the podium nine times this season is pretty awesome and speaks volume for this program. The entire Round 3 Racing crew has been just incredible, especially Martin, I mean, we wouldn’t be here without him. To pull off what we were able to pull off with a group of guys that came together at Mid-Ohio and a rookie car chief who stepped up to the plate is truly a storybook ending.”

The GP3 title is the first national championship for Round 3 Racing since joining the World Racing League in 2019.

“We said at the beginning of the season that winning a national championship means everything for this team,” said Team Co-Owner Brad McCall. “I’m beyond proud of those four drivers in the No. 605 who put together an incredible season. There were ups and downs from destroying a car to building a new one. It was a total team effort – even the drivers who stood in the No. 605 throughout the season. What an amazing year for the whole team.”

The celebrations at COTA continued for R3R as the No. 701 Team Cooper Tires Porsche Cayman of Loni Unser, Mike GIlbert, and Mo Dadkhah swept the GP1 class with the class win on Sunday.

“After a lot of development, we were able to prove that the No. 701 is a strong contender in the GP1 class,” said Unser. “The first couple of outings we struggled but we knew that with this team in Round 3 Racing that we could get these wins and it feels so good to have proved to everyone that it’s possible. Winning felt easy and right this weekend. I’m on cloud nine.”

The No. 601 Team Sentinel Porsche Boxster of Hannah Grisham, Christian Maloof and James Candelaria had their own hopes of victory as they led for over an hour before a sensor failure required the Porsche to be brought to the garage and fall from podium contention. The No. 601 Porsche was quickly mended and finished the eight hour race in sixth.

The debut weekend for No. 401 Team Hagerty BMW M4 GT4 ended prematurely for Montgomery, Brad and Buz McCall. The Hagerty drivers raced their way to run as high as second before contact by a competitor during Buz McCall’s stint caused terminal damage for the BMW. The No. 401 BMW will be repaired at the R3R shop in Joliet, Illinois before returning to WRL competition to contest the 2022 season.

The 2022 World Racing League begins for Round 3 Racing at Barber Motorsports Park on March 4-6, 2022. The driver and car lineup will be announced later this year.

Top Tips for Best Online Betting Experience

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After years of stigmatization, betting has emerged as one of the ways to have fun in the recent past. Many are not taking part in it, and with that comes new entrants. If you are a newbie or not quite an experienced gambler, you should know that you shouldn’t bet without learning some things. This article gives the tips you will need to guide you in your betting. Following it will determine if you will enjoy or get disappointed. Do you want to find out? Here they are:

  1. Check The Betting Website’s Credibility

For a start, a website’s credibility will determine your experience on the platform. It will help if you check how credible the platform is before you sign up and start betting. Some of the things you will find on a credible gambling website include a review section where bettors leave reviews, security for your private information, certificate, and license from the relevant authorities. All credible online betting websites like fun88 will clearly state their license and mentions SSL encryption software for data protection.

  1. Go Over The Rules Of Playing

Jumping into betting without going through and understanding the rules can mess up your gambling experience. Ensure that you go through the game rules and seek the assistance of the support staff should you fail to understand. Other than that, it would help if you also went through the terms and conditions of the website. 

  1. Play Trials At First

When you are new to a gambling website, it would be best to play the trial games first. These games are free and carry no risk since you don’t need funds to play. These free trials aim to familiarize you with the betting platform and help you understand the games better. By playing them, you will gain confidence as you bet with virtual money and get more experience. 

  1. Avoid Chasing Your Loses

When gambling, there are chances you will get a bad result at some point. You should know that this is normal. It would be best if you didn’t try chasing your losses. Chasing losses refer to the act of betting again in an attempt to make up for the loss you have made. The chances of messing up further are high in such instances. It will help if you take a break and get back once you clear your mind.

  1. Determine Your Strength And Weakness 

Humans have strengths and weaknesses. When you know yours when gambling will come in handy if you are in it for long; when you know your strength, you can predict if it can come with positive results by placing your bet. Knowing your weakness will help you know when to stop. 

  1. Keep Track Of How You Play

Online betting websites like fun88 have a section showing your betting history. The information in this section can help you track how you play. By looking at the statistics, you can determine if you are doing playing right or making mistakes.

Betting is fun, but you should do it moderately. And if you want to have a good experience and enjoy playing, it would help if you followed the tips in this article.

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