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Spire Motorsports Partners With Drydene for Drydene 400

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CONCORD, N.C. (May 11, 2021) – Spire Motorsports announced today that Drydene will serve as the primary sponsor of Corey LaJoie’s No. 7 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE in Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) Drydene 400 at Dover International Speedway.

Drydene Performance Products, an American-owned and -operated company, is headquartered in Warminster, Pennsylvania. Drydene’s reputation as the “hardest working brand in heavy-duty lubrication” is backed up by a complete line of automotive, commercial, and industrial lubricants, including engine oils, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), transmission fluids, grease, and hydraulic and gear oils. From grassroots to NASCAR, Drydene is also known for its love and support of all levels of racing.

“We are excited to have Corey continue to be a part of Team Drydene for a third consecutive year and also partnering with Spire Motorsports for the Drydene 400 race at Dover International Speedway,” said Dave Klinger, President of Drydene Performance Products. “Corey is an amazing competitor on the track and a true Drydene brand ambassador off of it. Everyone at Drydene is looking forward to seeing Corey drive the No. 7 Drydene Camaro and hopefully parking it in victory lane.”

LaJoie’s association with Drydene dates back to 2019 during his time in the cockpit of the No. 32 entry for Go FAS Racing.

LaJoie announced his move to Spire Motorsports in November 2020 and has made 12 starts for the Concord, N.C., organization this season. He jump-started the 2021 campaign with a spirited ninth-place showing at the season-opening Daytona 500. In recent weeks, the 29-year-old has logged a trio of top-25 finishes, including a just-miss top 20 at Richmond Raceway where he came home 21st.

He picked up his third top 25 of the season last weekend following a solid 22nd-place showing at Darlington Raceway in the Goodyear 400 during the Official Throwback Weekend of NASCAR. While he may not have won the race, LaJoie’s Alan Kulwicki inspired throwback paint scheme was the talk of the sport and given high praise throughout the weekend by competitors, broadcasters and industry insiders alike.

LaJoie has seven previous NCS Dover starts and logged nearly 2,200 laps on NASCAR’s senior circuit at the “The Monster Mile.” He is currently 30th in points 12 races into the 2021 schedule, just nine points back from 29th.

In NASCAR K&N Pro Series East competition, the Concord, N.C., native has recorded five starts at the high-banked, one-mile concrete oval, notching one win, three top-five and four top-10 finishes.

“It’s great to have Drydene back on board this weekend at Dover International Speedway,” said LaJoie. “Drydene has been a great supporter of mine over the years, so I’m proud to continue that relationship after making the transition to Spire Motorsports. As the entitlement sponsor of both the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR Xfinity races this weekend, it’s obvious Drydene is committed to our sport. I can’t thank Drydene enough for continuing to invest in both NASCAR and my career. We’re looking to put a good run together on Sunday at the Monster Mile.”

“We’re proud that Drydene thought enough of Spire Motorsports to join Corey for another year when he signed with our team,” commented Spire Motorsports co-owner T.J. Puchyr. “We’re still a very young team and this is our first year running two cars, but we’re making gains every week. Corey has proven that he knows his way around Dover and can get the job done. We know he’ll do a good job for Drydene on Sunday.”

The Drydene 400 from Dover International Speedway will be televised live on FS1 Sunday, May 16 beginning at 2 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. The 13th of 36 races on the 2021 NCS schedule will be broadcast live on the Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90.

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About Drydene Performance Products …
For decades Drydene lubricants have been made in America and made to last, paving the way on our highways, in our fields and on the production line. Drydene products are built with ALL Technology®, Advanced Lubricity Life chemistry, to meet and exceed today’s modern automotive, heavy duty and industrial needs. Drydene offers a complete line of automotive, commercial and industrial lubricants, including engine oils, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), transmission fluids, grease, and hydraulic and gear oils. For more information, visit www.drydene.com or follow us on Facebook @TeamDrydene, on Twitter @TeamDrydene and Instagram @TeamDrydene.

About Spire Motorsports …
Spire Motorsports was established in 2018 and is co-owned by longtime NASCAR industry executives Jeff Dickerson and Thaddeus “T.J.” Puchyr. Spire Motorsports earned an upset victory for the ages in its first full season when Justin Haley took the checkered flag in the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway on July 7, 2019.

Brandon Brown Heads to Dover with High Expectations

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Track: Dover International Speedway | 1 Mile Oval
Race: 11 of 33
Event: Drydene 200 | Saturday, May 15 | 1:30 p.m. ET | FS1 & MRN
Stages: 45 / 90 / 200

Brandon Brown | Xfinity Stats | Dover International Speedway
Starts: 8
Best Start: 2
Best Finish: 11

Brown on Dover:
“I’ve had Dover circled on the calendar for quite a while now; with its intensity, speed and demanding driving style, it has quickly become one of my favorite race tracks on the circuit. For me, it really brings back the feeling of short track racing and it’s also pretty close to home, so I know that I’ll have family and friends in the stands as well as some of the Brandonbilt Foundations employees, so that’s going to be really special.

“This weekend will be the third time this season that the Brandonbilt Foundations car has been on track, but the first time in front of employees and I can’t wait for that.

“With our past performance at Dover, I feel like this could be a good opportunity for us to capitalize on stage points and really try to go for a stage win or maybe even grab the checkered flag. Really, my goal is to maximize points and get us back in playoff contentions, so hopefully we can have a smooth, consistent race and maybe even tame the Monster Mile in the process.”

About Brandonbilt Motorsports

Brandonbilt Motorsports is a family-owned, professional stock car team competing full-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS). Owned and operated by Woodbridge, Virginia native, Jerry Brown, Brandonbilt Motorsports has quickly become a household name in the NASCAR Xfinity Series through hard work and determination. As a smaller team in the NXS, Brandonbilt Motorsports’ goal has always been to do the most with less, while also becoming a contending organization in every race that it enters. Brandonbilt Motorsports shocked the racing world in 2020 as driver, Brandon Brown, secured the team’s first playoff berth in only its second, full-time season in the NXS, before going on to finish the year 11th in the overall points standings. On the horizon in 2021, Brandonbilt Motorsports looks to pick up where it left off as a playoff-caliber team at each event it enters. To learn more, visit bmsraceteam.com.

THAD MOFFITT NEXT GENERATION BRAND AMBASSADOR FOR GOODY’S® HEADACHE POWDERS

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Moffitt Continues the Family Legacy with Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc.

WELCOME, N.C. (May 11, 2021) – Thaddeus “Thad” Moffitt, driver of the No. 46 Ford Fusion in the ARCA Menards Series for David Gilliland Racing (DGR), has entered into a personal services agreement with Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc., the largest independent provider of over-the-counter products in North America, to become the next generation brand ambassador for Goody’s® Headache Powders.

Through this new partnership, the 20-year-old will carry Goody’s® branding on the No. 46 Ford Fusion throughout the 2021 ARCA Menards Series season. Goody’s® Cool Orange branding will be included on Moffitt’s suit.

A fourth-generation driver, Moffitt is the second member of the Petty family to be part of the rich history with Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc., trusted brands.

“I am excited to partner with Goody’s® Headache Powders,” Moffitt said. “Goody’s® has been a part of the Petty family for a long time – and curing our headaches for as long as I can remember. It will be cool to work with Grandpa, and continue the family history with Goody’s®.

“To carry Goody’s® Cool Orange is exciting, and I am looking forward to growing with the brand.” Moffitt, the grandson of NASCAR Hall of Famer Richard Petty, will represent the entire Goody’s® Headache Powders line, with an emphasis on Goody’s® Cool Orange targeted to introduce a younger audience to the product. Richard Petty has been a Goody’s® spokesperson since 1977 – the same year Goody’s® became one of the first non-automotive sponsors of NASCAR. The partnership is the longest continuous span as a brand collaboration in racing – and arguably the longest of its kind in all of sports.

“We are excited to welcome Thad Moffitt to the Goody’s® team, while also continuing Goody’s® legacy with the Richard Petty organization,” Goody’s® brand manager Dee Scates said.

Moffitt made his ARCA Menards Series debut in 2017. In the ARCA Menards Series, Moffitt has four topfive finishes and 16 top-10 finishes in 32 career starts. The Trinity, N.C.,-native earned a career-best thirdplace finish at the Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway on March 12, 2021.

Brooks Marketing Group acted as an advisor to the agreement.

About Prestige Consumer Healthcare Inc.
Prestige Consumer Healthcare markets, sells, manufactures and distributes consumer healthcare products to retail outlets throughout the U.S. and Canada, Australia, and in certain other international markets. The Company’s diverse portfolio of brands include Monistat® and Summer’s Eve® women’s health products, BC® and Goody’s® pain relievers, Clear Eyes® eye care products, DenTek® specialty oral care products, Dramamine® motion sickness treatments, Fleet® enemas and glycerin suppositories, Chloraseptic® and Luden’s® sore throat treatments and drops, Compound W® wart treatments, Little Remedies® pediatric over-the-counter products, Boudreaux’s Butt Paste® diaper rash ointments, Nix® lice treatment, Debrox® earwax remover, Gaviscon® antacid in Canada, and Hydralyte® rehydration products and the Fess® line of nasal and sinus care products in Australia.

About David Gilliland Racing
David Gilliland Racing (DGR) is a race team owned by NASCAR veteran David Gilliland and businessman Johnny Gray. The team specializes in driver development, competing full-time in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, multiple ARCA Menards Series divisions and CARS Tour with factory support from Ford Performance.

In its first four years of operation, DGR has achieved success in each series tallying up multiple wins and championships. The team operates out of three buildings totaling 60,000 square feet in Mooresville, N.C.

About Richard Petty Motorsports
A performance and marketing driven company, Richard Petty Motorsports (RPM), co-owned by NASCAR Hall of Famer Richard Petty and successful business entrepreneur Andrew Murstein, is one of the most recognized brands in all of motorsports. Petty Enterprises recorded 268 victories, and Richard Petty Motorsports has recorded five victories, for a total of 273, respectively. Richard Petty Motorsports has business partnerships with national and global leaders. Today the race operation fields the famed No. 43 in the NASCAR Cup Series with driver Erik Jones. The team is headquartered in Welcome, N.C.

For additional information, news and the latest updates, please visit www.richardpettymotorsports.com or connect with RPM on Facebook (Richard Petty Motorsports), Twitter (@RPMotorsports) or Instagram (@richardpettymotorsports).

How to frame your case after a motorcycle accident?

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Motorcycle accidents are pretty standard, and they can also be quite fatal. Therefore, a motorcyclist must know what to do in case they face a motorcycle accident. It does not matter whether you ride or are a bystander or a vehicle driver. Of course, it would help if you took necessary precautions to guard yourself against any motorcycle accident, but even careful drivers sometimes get stuck in unavoidable lawsuits. 

There are some crucial steps that a motorcyclist should take after an accident

Right after the accident, you will feel nervous and stay in a state of shock for some time. First, however, you need to act tactfully and take necessary legal and medical precautions.  

How to prepare yourself after a motorcycle accident?

Accidents are pretty common and happen when you least expect them. For example, it can happen when you are doing your regular chores or when you ride in a hurry to do the daily errand. It does not matter whether you are riding for a daily task; you need to drive all the time defensively, especially when you are riding a motorbike.

Consider your safety

What should you do after an accident? First, it is vital to analyze the current situation. Evaluate the injuries. Find out who is involved in an accident and try to get safety for them and yourself. You will face an adrenaline rush right after the accident but stay calm and take charge of the situation.

Call police 

Instead of escaping the situation, you should call the police and inform them about the situation. Then, ask for the paramedical team to come to the site and evaluate the severity of the mishap. Finally, find out details about hiring an injury lawyer after a motorcycle accident.

Call for medical help

Even if you do not have severe injuries, it is essential to get yourself checked through a medical expert after the motorcycle accident. Sometimes you get seriously injured, but injuries are not apparent, and you tend to see symptoms much later. A motorcycle accident usually causes broken bones or severe kind of internal bleeding and damage to the rider. Therefore, a thorough medical examination after the accident becomes vital. You should take your pictures, write down the details, and keep the police report details. Talk with the other driver affected in the tragedy to exchange necessary contact and insurance information to get decent compensation from the company later.

Exchange words with an attorney and insurance company agent

Say that you have been involved in a Sacramento, California motorcycle accident (or got caught up in a similar mishap elsewhere perhaps). In that case, it would help if you spoke with a personal injury lawyer about the details of your case, as they specialize in motorcycle accidents.

They can help you get a reasonable insurance settlement. yes, it is true that insurance companies can offer you a meager settlement, but only an attorney can help you negotiate with them and get proper compensation. It would, therefore, benefit if you did not wait for the insurance company to offer you a settlement but rather go to the lawyer before speaking to your insurance agent.

Instead of communicating with them, you should send your lawyer to speak on your behalf to fetch good results out of the conversation. It is evident that accidents happen by mistake, but sometimes the cases get manipulated against you. Therefore you have to be in touch with the other driver involved in the accident, the insurance agent, and primarily with your attorney.

It would help if you spoke with a personal injury lawyer details of your case as he is a specialist in a motorcycle accident. They can help you get a reasonable insurance settlement. The insurance companies will offer you a meager settlement, but only an attorney can help you negotiate with them and get proper compensation. It would benefit if you did not wait for the insurance company to offer you a settlement but rather go to the lawyer before speaking to your insurance agent. 

Instead of communicating with them, you should send your lawyer to speak on your behalf to fetch good results out of the conversation. It is evident that accidents happen by mistake, but sometimes the cases get manipulated against you. Therefore you have to be in touch with the other driver involved in the accident, the insurance agent, and primarily with your attorney. 

People involved in a motorcycle accident can get sued for injuries and damages, and even fatalities in severe cases. Usually, a motorcycle accident is powerful and dramatic; only a reasonable attorney can help you get decent compensation without facing legal hassles because they are experts in legal technicalities.

How can a car accident attorney get you reasonable compensation?

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Car accidents and vehicle accidents are prevalent these days. Ever since 2015, their number is increasing with every passing day. The causes of a collision vary from case to case. However, it has far-reaching alterations for the parties involved. It not only results in injuries but also extensive medical bills and a long-lasting impression on financial stability. In most tragic cases, the injured person is found permanently disabled. The way they have to handle their lives becomes difficult. 

The recovery process is not that easy. The method of filing a claim requires considerable know-how of the judicial process. It is here that the significance of the car accident attorney in Rochester comes into the picture. Insurance companies face a vast number of claims; hence, the process is lengthy. Having a reputable attorney by your side will create a level playing field for your case.

Take a look at the tips below that can help you hire a lawyer for your case. 

First and foremost, you must understand the significance of a successful claim. It is not only a financial decision but also gives you options for a wide range of benefits. For example, while hiring a car attorney, you have to take care of the following points:

•    Obtaining referrals: check for referrals while you are on the hunt for a well-known and experienced attorney. From friends, family members, co-workers, and the like, you may attain recommendations about individuals who are well respected and diligent. You may also contact bar associations of your concerned state for getting these recommendations. They maintain a record of the licensed lawyers who can help you out in this process.

•    Research: researching the law firms in your area is another considerable aspect of this process. Most of these attorneys enroll themselves in these firms. They post testimonials and other documents on their websites which these firms maintain. The legal team works in close association and provides you with an overview of your case. When you get in touch with these firms, they help you evaluate the issue and fetch the final results.

•    Meet the lawyer: After you narrow down the list, you have to meet the person privately. It has various advantages as you can consult the person and speak about the nook and corner of your case. Try to open up about every aspect so that you do not keep any stone unturned. By discussing the facts, you increase your chances of handling the claim efficiently. Try to grab information about their experience, strengths and weaknesses, history of success rate, and other resolutions.

You have to bring significant documentation while consulting the lawyer. From the paperwork to other receipts, everything is critical:

  • It helps the lawyer to get an overview and thereby prepare the report.
  • The evaluation of the consultant is crucial to come up with an effective result.
  • You may clear all your doubts and ask additional questions to have no hassle in future dealings.
  • Assessing the firm via professional networks will be beneficial for you.

If you get lawyers who are experts in different fields and have knowledge and specialization, then nothing can stop you from getting a reasonable compensation.

JR Motorsports will appeal Darlington penalty on No. 9 team

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Noah Gragson, driver of the #9 Bass Pro Shops/True Timber/BRCC Chevrolet, drives during the NASCAR Xfinity Series Steakhouse Elite 200 at Darlington Raceway on May 08, 2021 in Darlington, South Carolina. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

JR Motorsports confirmed Monday that they will appeal the penalty assessed against Noah Gragson and the No. 9 team after Saturday’s Xfinity Series Steakhouse Elite 200 race at Darlington Raceway.

During the post-race inspection of the No. 9 Chevrolet, it was determined that the team had violated Rule 20.14.c in the NASCAR Rule Book.

The rule states that “all suspension mounts and mounting hardware must not allow movement or realignment of any suspension and/or drivetrain component beyond normal rotation or suspension and/or drivetrain travel.”

Gragson was originally scored in fourth at the end of the race but after the penalty, he was relegated to a 40th place finish and stripped of the Dash 4 Cash $100,000 bonus for being the highest-finishing eligible driver.

If the penalty is upheld, Gragson, who has already won two of the four events in the program, will not be able to compete for the prize at Dover International Speedway this weekend.

WITH WIN BORST CONTINUES TO IMPRESS AS ONE OF NEW LATE MODEL FRONTRUNNERS AT SOUTH BOSTON SPEEDWAY

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Jacob Borst hoists the winner’s trophy as he celebrates his win in the 100-lap NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series Late Model Stock Car Division race at South Boston Speedway on May 1. The win was Borst’s first career victory in the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series Late Model Stock Car Division. Borst has a win, a pole, and four top-three finishes in his six starts this season at South Boston Speedway. Photo Courtesy Joe Chandler/South Boston Speedway

By Joe Chandler
Director, Public Relations
South Boston Speedway

South Boston, Va….Rookie Jacob Borst has been impressive this season as one of the new frontrunners in the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series Late Model Stock Car Division at South Boston Speedway.

The Elon, North Carolina teenager made his biggest impression of the season in earning his first career NASCAR Late Model Stock Car Division win in the 100-lap event on May 1, edging fellow Late Model Stock Car Division rookie Landon Pembelton of Amelia, Virginia for the victory.

“It’s amazing to get your first Late Model win, especially here at South Boston Speedway,” said Borst who has a win, a pole, and four top-three finishes in his six starts this season.

“We qualified seventh, and it was the first night race of the season. We knew we had a good piece for the race. We knew we just had to take our time and make our way forward. After a couple of laps, we were up in third place and just waited.”

Waiting proved to be a great strategy. Borst sped into the top spot when the race’s two frontrunners crashed while battling for the lead. Once in front, Borst held on the rest of the way to secure the win.

“It was one of those deals where you don’t really know where to go,” Borst explained.

“I just tried to get stopped as quickly as I could. I was waiting for somebody to hit me in the back. We just luckily got through it.”

Borst admitted that the first win is the hardest win to get under your belt.

“We’ve learned it’s always hardest to get the first win,” Borst remarked.

“We came into the season knowing all of these guys are so good. We were just looking to get a Top-Five finish every race. To come out here and get top-three finishes like we have done and win this early is just crazy.”

Borst is looking to return to South Boston Speedway and is hoping to add to his win total when “America’s Hometown Track” hosts First Responders Night at the Races on Saturday night, May 15 featuring free admission for all police, fire and EMS with ID and a pre-race parade lap featuring area EMS vehicles.

Saturday night’s six-race card will be headlined by twin 75-lap races for the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series Late Model Stock Car Division. A 50-lap race for the Limited Sportsman Division, twin 15-lap races for the Budweiser Pure Stock Division and a 15-lap race for the Budweiser Hornets Division are included in the night’s action.

Saturday’s race day schedule has registration and pit gates opening at 2 p.m. Practice starts at 4 p.m. and grandstand gates will open at 5:30 p.m. Qualifying begins at 6 p.m. and the first race will get the green flag at 7 p.m.

Advance adult general admission tickets for Saturday night’s event are priced at $10 each and may be purchased online on South Boston Speedway’s website, www.southbostonspeedway.com, through Friday night, May 14. Adult general admission tickets at the gate on race day are priced at $15 each. Kids ages 12 and under will be admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.

Saturday night’s event will be livestreamed at SoBoSpeedway.tv, a service by SpeedSport, a leader in grassroots racing news and streaming. This weekend’s event as well as all of South Boston Speedway’s remaining NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series events will be streamed on a pay-per-view basis with a low price of $19.99 per event. Fans can go to SoBoSpeedway.tv or SouthBostonSpeedway.com to get started. Individuals can also go back and watch a full event at a later date for a special price.

South Boston Speedway will continue to follow COVID-19 mitigation mandates set forth by the federal government and the Commonwealth of Virginia during Saturday night’s event. Masks will be required for fans entering the speedway. Social distancing and additional mitigation measures will also be followed.

The latest news and updates about South Boston Speedway and its racing events can be found on the South Boston Speedway website and through the speedway’s social media channels.

Era Motorsport Continues ELMS Championship Effort at Red Bull Ring

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INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., (April 10, 2021) – While the DPi, LMP3, and GTD classes of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship head to Mid-Ohio SportsCar Course for the third race of the 2021 season, LMP2 team Era Motorsport will spend their “off” weekend in Spielberg, Austria for the next round of the European Le Mans Series, the 4 Hours of Red Bull Ring.

The Indianapolis, Indiana-based sports car racing team joined the European Le Mans Series with IDEC Sport Racing last month, after winning the Rolex 24 At Daytona in January, and the Asian Le Mans Series championship in February. The team, with drivers Kyle Tilley, Dwight Merriman, and Ryan Dalziel earned a fourth-place finish at their debut at the 4 Hours of Barcelona in April.

“We’re hoping to improve upon our fourth-place finish at Barcelona,” said Team Owner and driver Kyle Tilley. “The current weather forecast for Austria suits us in that we had a great test last week and made some big dry weather gains with the car. It’s also a new track for us, so it’s going to be a bit of a learning curve, but we’re confident heading into the event!”

Spielberg’s Red Bull Ring will be a new track for all three drivers, boasting 10 turns in 2.683 miles. The team recently completed a test at Watkins Glen International in preparation for the event, as well as June and July’s back-to-back IMSA WeatherTech races.

“Our Watkins Glen test was very productive,” said driver Dwight Merriman. “We were able to get plenty of track time and really dial in the various setup changes that will help us throughout the season. I’m looking forward to learning another new track, in the ELMS. This series has been a great learning experience and I’m really enjoying the atmosphere and competition.”

A total of 41 cars will compete in the 4 Hours of Red Bull Ring, with the LPM2 class holding 16 entries, including the No. 17 IDEC Sport Oreca 07 with Tilley, Dalziel, and Merriman. The group will compete in the new Pro/Am category within the LMP2 class, in a group of seven cars.

“We learned a lot in Spain that we can take forward to Austria,” said Dalziel. “ELMS is so different to IMSA that it was for sure an eye-opening experience with some very challenging weather, so we are hoping for a smoother and calmer Red Bull Ring race. We had a really good test back in the USA at Watkins Glen recently and I think we learned a few things that will help ourselves and IDEC for Austria. It’s another new track for all three of the Era drivers, so we’re looking forward to another new challenge.”

The first practice will take place on Friday, May 14, followed by additional practice and qualifying on Saturday. The 4 Hours of Red Bull ring will begin on Sunday, May 16 at 11:00AM CEST, and will air live on the ELMS YouTube channel, accompanied by comprehensive coverage from Radio Le Mans.

SCHEDULE
Friday, May 14
1:00PM – 2:30PM CEST (7:00AM – 8:30AM EDT) Free Practice 1
4:30PM – 5:00PM (10:30AM – 11:00AM EDT) Bronze Driver Test

Saturday, May 15
10:00AM – 11:30AM (4:00AM – 5:30AM EDT) Free Practice 2

3:30PM – 3:40PM (9:30AM – 9:40AM EDT) LMP2 Qualifying

Sunday, May 16
11:00AM – 3:00PM (5:00AM – 9:00AM EDT) 4 Hours of Barcelona

About Era Motorsport
Era Motorsport was formed in 2018 with the idea of providing unmatched excellence in historic racing. Just two years later, the team expanded to the world of professional sport car racing, fielding an Oreca 07 in the prolific IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. In 2021, the team went on to win at the iconic Rolex 24 At Daytona, in what was their second attempt competing in the event. Motorsport isn’t just a hobby, it is a way of life: a passion that is in the team’s blood. Whether you find us in the IMSA WeatherTech paddock with modern prototypes or chasing down lap records in our fully restored classic sports cars, or even globetrotting to experience historic F1 at some of the world’s most iconic circuits, Era Motorsport has something for everyone. In 2021, the team will return to the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship for the full LMP2 season and also contest in the full seasons of the Asian Le Mans championship and European Le Mans Series.

Entenmann’s® Donuts Celebrates Father Figures with the “EntenMAN of the Year” Father’s Day Contest

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Iconic Baked Goods Brand Calls on Fans to Nominate a Deserving Role Model – from Dads to Coaches, Teachers and More – for the Opportunity to Win Sweet Prizes

ISLANDIA, N.Y. (May 10, 2021) – This is no dad joke: Entenmann’s® Donuts is celebrating fathers and father figures who have made an impact with the “EntenMAN of the Year” Father’s Day Contest. May 10 through June 21, 2021, fans can nominate a deserving father figure (male or female) – whether their own father, an inspiring coach or any person that has helped shape them – to receive the “EntenMAN of the Year” title in addition to other sweet prizes, including free Entenmann’s Donuts for a year and a VIP all-expenses-paid Daytona Race Trip package. Those interested in making a nomination can fill out an entry form and provide a short response describing why they believe their nominee deserves the title by visiting www.EntenmanOfTheYear.com.

“We can’t think of a sweeter way to celebrate Father’s Day than by helping our fans honor the dads and father figures, male or female, that have helped inspire them,” said Jason Amar, Director of Marketing at Entenmann’s. “At Entenmann’s, we want to recognize all types of exemplary father figures that have made a positive impact, and we’re excited to hear all of the amazing stories.”

Submissions for the Entenmann’s® Donuts “EntenMAN of the Year” Father’s Day Contest can be made between May 10 and June 21. Five finalists will be chosen by a panel of judges to move on to the Voting Phase. Each finalist (whether the nominee or nominator) will be asked to submit an original short video describing why they deserve the title, and fans will be called on to help vote for their favorite candidate between July 26-30.

Announced in August, the winner will be named “EntenMAN of the Year” and will receive the Grand Prize, which includes free Entenmann’s Donuts for a year and a VIP all-expenses-paid Race Trip package to attend races in Daytona, Florida, scheduled to take place in February 2022.

The Race Trip package includes:

· Four (4) Pre-Race Pit Passes, Cup Grandstand Tickets, Xfinity Grandstand Tickets, and Truck Series Grandstand Tickets

· Roundtrip Airline Flights for the Grand Prize Winner and three (3) guests

· Five (5) Nights Hotel Stay for two (2) rooms

· $1,000 Visa Gift Card, which may be used for trip expenses

· Nominee’s name will replace the driver’s name above the door of the #37 racecar for the race in Michigan scheduled to take place on August 22, 2021

The nominee with the second highest score will be deemed the First Prize winner and will receive free Entenmann’s Donuts for a year in addition to a race-used, Entenmann’s-autographed driver fire suit. The remaining finalists and nominators of each of the five finalists will all receive free Entenmann’s Donuts for a year.

To make the “EntenMAN of the Year” Father’s Day Contest even sweeter, Entenmann’s is proud to announce a continued partnership with NASCAR Cup Series team JTG Daugherty Racing and driver Ryan Preece. Hearing it here first, Entenmann’s will be the primary sponsor of Preece’s No. 37 Chevrolet in the NASCAR races at Nashville Superspeedway on Sunday, June 20, and at Michigan International Speedway on August 22.

“I’m a huge fan of Entenmann’s and I have to say I’m also a huge fan of the prize pack to the big race in February for the contest winner,” said Preece. “My dad is my hero, and the ‘EntenMAN of the Year’ Father’s Day Contest is a great way to honor your dad or father figure.”

Entenmann’s Donuts has also teamed up with Custom Ink to create donut-inspired “dad gear,” including t-shirts, long sleeve shirts, insulated mugs and hats. The limited-time collection is available for purchase on https://stores.customink.com/entenmanns.

For more information, including official rules, please visit www.EntenmanOfTheYear.com.

About Entenmann’s® Bakery

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Young’s Motorsports adds Connor Mosack to ARCA lineup

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MOORESVILLE, N.C.: Young’s Motorsports announced today that Late Model standout Connor Mosack has joined the organization’s ARCA Menards Series program with his debut set for Dover (Del.) International Speedway on Fri., May 14, 2021.

A native of Charlotte, N.C., Mosack is adding races to an already busy schedule. In addition to ARCA, he is also competing full-time in the Pirelli Trans Am Series for Team SLR. Off the track, the 22-year-old is a senior at High Point University on a presidential scholarship with a focus on entrepreneurship.

Expanding his racing resume, Mosack will pair with veteran crew chief Eddie Troconis for a limited schedule in 2021.

“I am really excited about this opportunity to join Young’s Motorsports and make my ARCA Menards Series East debut at Dover,” said Mosack. “Tyler (Young, team principal) and the team build fast cars and I’m looking forward to working with the whole team.

“Dover is a pretty wild race track and should be a lot of fun. It’s also a tough place to get around and making my first ARCA start there will be tough, but I know I will gain a lot of valuable experience running there.”

Mosack’s racing career began in 2017 in the INEX U.S. Legend Car ranks. Entering his first full season in 2018, the young driver needed just four races to earn his first victory, taking the fourth of five events in the 2018 Winter Nationals at Citrus County (Fla.) Speedway.

Racing in the Semi-Pro and Open Divisions, Mosack competed at Concord (N.C.) Speedway, the Summer Shootout Series at Charlotte Motor Speedway and Las Vegas Motor Speedway among other events. In 42 starts, Mosack earned 20 victories, 34 top-five and 37 top-10 finishes. Among those was a sweep of the National events at Las Vegas, including the Road Course World Finals and Asphalt Nationals.

In 2019, Mosack joined JR Motorsports to compete in the CARS Late Model Stock Tour Series and competed for the championship in 2020. In 10 starts, he earned three top-five, eight top-10s and finished sixth in the championship standings. With an average finish of 8.5, Mosack also earned Rookie of the Year Honors.

He is also a veteran of the World Series of Asphalt Stock Car Racing at New Smyrna (Fla.) Speedway.

Behind the scenes, Mosack is also a leader in his community. He organized a fundraiser for ContainIt, a student-led initiative that takes used shipping containers and turns them into transitional housing units. In its first year with Covenant Day School, it raised over $50,000. He is also involved with the Friends of Jaclyn Foundation supporting kids with pediatric cancer.

“We are very proud to expand our ARCA Menards Series platform with the addition of Connor,” added Young. “He is a talented and experienced driver with a diverse background. Dover is a tough track but with the leadership of Eddie and Connor’s determination and positive outlook, we should be able to conquer the Monster Mile and our other races together easily.’

Details surrounding Mosack’s full race schedule and sponsorship lineup will be announced at a later date.

For more on Young’s Motorsports, please visit YoungsMotorsports.com, like them on Facebook (Young’s Motorsports) and follow on Instagram (youngsmotorsports) and Twitter (@youngsmtrsports).

For more on Connor Mosack, please visit, connormosackracing.com like him on Facebook (Connor Mosack Racing) and follow him on Instagram (@connormosack) and Twitter (@connormosack).

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