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2021 Mid-Engine Corvette Stingray Convertible To Lead Field to Green Flag of 105th Indianapolis 500 Presented by Gainbridge

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This is 18th time a Chevrolet Corvette has paced ‘The Greatest Spectacle in Racing’

INDIANAPOLIS (Tuesday, May 11, 2021) – The 2021 mid-engine Chevrolet Corvette Stingray hardtop convertible will lead the 33-car field to the green flag for the 105th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge on May 30, 2021. The Arctic White Stingray will be the first convertible since 2008 to pace the iconic race.

Chevrolet and Corvette have led the starting field more than any other manufacturer and nameplate, respectively. The 2021 race marks the 32nd time for Chevrolet to pace dating back to 1948, and the 18th time since 1978 for America’s favorite sports car.

“The Chevrolet team is privileged every time we’re invited to pace the Indianapolis 500,” said Steve Majoros, vice president of Chevrolet Marketing. “We are confident the track-capable Corvette Stingray Convertible will catch every race fan’s eye as it leads the pack toward the Yard of Bricks. From the color scheme, to the special race weekend decals and how the safety lighting is skillfully integrated into the nacelles of the hard-top convertible Corvette’s revolutionary appearance, we’re putting Chevrolet’s best on display for the fans.”

The exterior and interior of the Corvette Convertible will be on full display as the car fulfills responsibilities on and off track. Sky Cool Gray and Strike Yellow upholstery selected for the cabin influenced the racy exterior appearance of the pace car. A close look at the car reveals Indianapolis 500 logos adapted specifically for pace car use, an exclusive stripe package, unique Stingray decals and more.

For racers, highly visible safety lighting on the pace car is a top priority. Corvette designers prioritized form and function by incorporating four lights into each of the tonneau cover nacelles, in addition to strobe lights in the headlights, front louvers and taillights. This maintains the Corvette Convertible’s signature silhouette and eliminates need for a traditional lightbar.

“The 2021 Corvette Stingray hardtop convertible is such a world-class performance car that’s a perfect match to lead the talented field of 33 drivers to the green flag in ‘The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,’” Indianapolis Motor Speedway President J. Douglas Boles said. “We continue to be grateful for our strong, enduring partnership with Chevrolet and its many contributions to the success of our events and the exciting appeal of competition at the Racing Capital of the World.”

The mid-engine 2021 Corvette Stingray was engineered first and foremost as a convertible. The convertible maintains the tunnel-dominant structure and use of high-integrity die-cast parts found in the Stingray coupe.

Like the coupe, the Stingray convertible’s design was inspired by fighter jets. The tonneau cover features aerodynamically shaped nacelles influenced by the housing used for jet engines. The nacelles, which were also used as inspiration on the Chevrolet Engineering Research Vehicle (CERV) I and II, as well as the Corvette SS and SR2 concepts, help reduce air recirculation into the cabin and provide a remarkably exotic profile with the top up or down. The tonneau also provides a rear power-adjustable window and a vent for mid-engine cooling.

The 2021 Corvette Stingray convertible is powered by the next-generation 6.2L Small Block V-8 LT2 engine, the only naturally aspirated V-8 in the segment. It will produce 495 horsepower (369 kW) and 470 lb-ft (637 Nm) of torque when equipped with performance exhaust — the most horsepower and torque for any entry Corvette.

The LT2 is paired with Chevrolet’s first eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, which provides lightning-fast shifts and excellent power transfer. This transmission is uniquely designed to provide the best of both worlds: the spirited, directly connected feeling of a manual and the premium driving comfort of an automatic. The double-paddle de-clutch feature even allows the driver to disconnect the clutch by holding both paddles for more manual control.

When combined, the advanced propulsion system, revised chassis tuning and retractable hardtop make the Stingray the most no-compromise Corvette convertible in history.

Chevrolet has a storied history at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Chevrolet was founded in 1911, the year of the inaugural 500-mile race. Company co-founder and namesake Louis Chevrolet, along with brothers Arthur and Gaston, competed in early Indy 500s. Arthur competed in the 1911 race and Gaston won in 1920.

Nine drivers with Chevrolet engines have combined to win “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” 11 times, with Rick Mears, Emerson Fittipaldi, Arie Luyendyk, Al Unser Jr., Helio Castroneves, Tony Kanaan, Juan Pablo Montoya, Will Power and, most recently, Simon Pagenaud in 2019.

Team Chevy also has won the NTT INDYCAR SERIES manufacturer championship six times since 2012.

Visit IMS.com for more information about this year’s schedule.

The race will be televised live on NBC for the third consecutive year, with the pre-race show starting at 11 a.m. The INDYCAR Radio Network will provide live coverage of the race to its affiliates and on Sirius 211, XM 205, indycar.com and the INDYCAR Mobile App powered by NTT DATA.

About Indianapolis Motor Speedway

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the world’s largest spectator sporting facility, has been the worldwide leader in motorsports entertainment since opening in 1909. IMS is hosting the 105th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge on Sunday, May 30, the world’s most prestigious auto race. The Month of May will start Saturday, May 15 with the GMR Grand Prix for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES on the IMS road course. The Speedway also will host the stars of the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series and NTT INDYCAR SERIES on the same weekend Aug. 13-15 for three exciting races on the road course, including the first Cup Series race on the circuit Sunday, Aug. 15. IMS also will welcome the competitors of the Intercontinental GT Challenge Powered by Pirelli/GT Challenge World Challenge America and the ground-breaking Indy Autonomous Challenge on separate event weekends in October 2021. IMS, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and IMS Productions are owned by Penske Corporation, a global transportation, automotive and motorsports leader. To purchase tickets or for more information, please visit ims.com.

About Chevrolet
Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world’s largest car brands, available in 79 countries with more than 3.2 million cars and trucks sold in 2020. Chevrolet models include electric and fuel-efficient vehicles that feature engaging performance, design that makes the heart beat, passive and active safety features and easy-to-use technology, all at a value. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.com.

PLANTERS Teams Up with Newman, Roush Fenway for Nashville Race

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MR. PEANUT to Appear on Newman’s No. 6 Ford During Nashville Race Weekend

CONCORD, N.C., (May 11, 2021) – The 115-year-old snack brand PLANTERS and the iconic MR. PEANUT have teamed up with Roush Fenway Racing and will serve as the primary partner aboard Ryan Newman’s No. 6 Ford during NASCAR’s race weekend at Nashville Superspeedway, June 19-20.

“PLANTERS and MR. PEANUT are looking forward to partnering with Ryan Newman and the Roush Fenway Racing team this season,” said Rafik Lawendy, Head of Marketing for Planters. “This may be the nuttiest car in NASCAR’s history, and with Newman at the wheel, it’s sure to go a nut above the competitors.”

In addition to having the primary livery in Nashville, PLANTERS will be on Newman’s Mustang as an associate for the four races leading up to Nashville – COTA, Charlotte (Coke 600), Sonoma and Texas (All-Star). The return to Music City is featured as one of the many schedule changes on NASCAR’s revamped 2021 slate.

“We’re excited to team up with an iconic brand like PLANTERS, for what should be a good race weekend in Nashville,” said Hall of Fame team owner Jack Roush. “We’re looking forward to putting the No. 6 PLANTERS Ford on the track and it’s our hope and full intention to have MR. PEANUT up front and competing for the win at Nashville.”

The 1.33-mile concrete track in Lebanon – about a 40-minute drive from Nashville – hosted NASCAR, ARCA and IndyCar events during its operation from 2001-11. Dover Motorsports, which owns and oversees Dover International Speedway, built and owns Nashville Superspeedway.

Newman has never raced at the facility, but the race weekend schedule is one of the few throughout the year to feature both practice and qualifying. Teams are scheduled for one 50-minute practice session on Saturday, with qualifying set for Sunday just prior to the race rolling off at 2:30 p.m. CT/3:30 p.m. ET. Newman has more than 340 starts on 1-2-mile tracks in his veteran NASCAR career, with 11 wins and 125+ top-10s on those tracks.

For more information about PLANTERS and MR. PEANUT, visit PLANTERS.com or find MR. PEANUT on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

About Roush Fenway Racing
Roush Fenway Racing is one of the most successful teams in NASCAR history, fielding multiple teams in NASCAR Cup Series. In its 34th season of competition in 2021, Roush Fenway is a leader in driver development, having launched the careers for many of the top drivers in the sport. Off-track, Roush Fenway is a leader in NASCAR marketing solutions, having produced multiple award-winning Social Media, digital content and experiential marketing campaigns. Roush Fenway is co-owned by NASCAR Hall of Fame team owner Jack Roush and Fenway Sports Group, parent company of Major League Baseball’s Boston Red Sox and English Premier League’s Liverpool F.C. Visit RoushFenway.com, become a fan on Facebook and Instagram, and follow on Twitter at @roushfenway.

No. 10 Konica Minolta Acura ARX-05 Team Eager for the First Sprint Race of the Season for the Acura Sports Car Challenge Presented by the TLX Type S

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Brownsburg, Ind. (May 11, 2021) The current 2021 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship leaders will compete at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course this weekend for the first sprint race of the season. Ricky Taylor and Filipe Albuquerque will co-drive the No. 10 Konica Minolta Acura ARX-05 around the 2.258-mile, 13-turn track for the two-hour, 40-minute Acura Sports Car Challenge Presented by the TLX Type S.

Although the No. 10 Konica Minolta team has yet to achieve a victory at the famed Ohio sports car course, Acura, as a manufacturer, has won the past three races in a row at this venue. Earning their first Mid-Ohio podium last year the team hopes having last year’s race winner, Ricky Taylor back in their Acura ARX 05 cockpit, will bring them to the top rung In Victory Lane.

Ricky Taylor, who has two victories and one pole position at Mid-Ohio, is eager to produce the No. 10 Konica Minolta Acura ARX-05’s first victory at the track and, equally importantly, extend the team’s championship lead.

“It’s been too long a break since Sebring,” said Ricky Taylor. “I can’t wait to get in the rhythm of the season with Filipe and I working together. Mid-Ohio has always been a great track for the Acura ARX-05, so we need to capitalize on that and build on our championship lead and try and get the No. 10 Konica Minolta Acura ARX-05 its first victory at that racetrack.”

“I can’t wait to go to Mid-Ohio,” noted Filipe Albuquerque. “It’s a track that suits the No. 10 Konica Minolta Acura ARX-05 perfectly. This will be the first sprint race of the year and my first sprint race with the team and with Ricky. I always came to Mid-Ohio with a bad perspective because I was never competitive there with my previous car, so I’m really looking forward to going with the Acura because they were so competitive in the past. Now we just need to deliver a win.”

“We are really looking forward to going to Mid-Ohio this weekend,” said team owner Wayne Taylor. “ After such a long break, it feels like we’re starting a new season. It’s the only track we haven’t won as a team which is strange for us. The last three years the Acuras have dominated there, so hopefully going there with a better car can get the job done. Brian Pillar and the crew have been doing a great amount of work to prepare. Filipe recently won at Spa, so he’s coming over after winning another race and I think that Ricky and he are ready to give it what it needs to get that win at Mid-Ohio.”

Practice for the No. 10 Konica Minolta Acura ARX-05 team begins on Friday, May 14th at 4:30 p.m. ET. Qualifying for Sunday’s main event begins at 12:20 p.m. ET with green flag on May 16th at 2:40 p.m. ET. Live coverage of the Acura Sports Car Challenged Presented by the TLX Type S will begin at 2:30 p.m. ET on NBC Sports.

About Konica Minolta
Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. is reshaping and revolutionizing the Workplace of the Future™. The company guides and supports its customers’ digital transformation through its expansive office technology portfolio, including IT Services (All Covered), content services, managed print services and industrial and commercial print solutions. Konica Minolta has been included on CRN’s MSP 500 list nine times and The World Technology Awards recently named the company a finalist in the IT Software category. Konica Minolta has been recognized as the #1 Brand for Customer Loyalty in the MFP Office Copier Market by Brand Keys for fourteen consecutive years, and received Keypoint Intelligence’s BLI 2021 A3 Line of The Year Award and BLI 2021-2023 Most Color Consistent A3 Brand Award for its bizhub i-Series. Konica Minolta, Inc. has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for nine consecutive years and has spent four years on the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World list. Konica Minolta partners with its clients to give shape to ideas and works to bring value to our society. For more information, please visit us online and follow Konica Minolta on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Twitter. Wayne Taylor Racing’s existing lineup of partners that also features Harrison Contracting, Acura Motorsports , Hammer Nutrition and CIT.

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.

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