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CHEVY NCS AT MARTINSVILLE: William Byron Teleconference Transcript

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NASCAR CUP SERIES
MARTINSVILLE SPEEDWAY
BLUE-EMU MAXIMUM PAIN RELIEF 500
TEAM CHEVY PRESS CONF. TRANSCRIPT
APRIL 9, 2021

WILLIAM BYRON, NO. 24 LIBERTY UNIVERSITY CAMARO ZL1 1LE, Press Conference Transcript:

ON SHORT TRACKS, YOU’RE EITHER TOP-10 OR OUTSIDE THE TOP-20. WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE TWO?
“That’s a good question. We’ve had some really good short track races, but yeah, then we’ve had some issues with brakes and mechanical things. Trying to make sure that we make all that stuff last and make it to the end of the race is really important. So, I think that’s a big emphasis for us. I feel like some of that is how your car is driving, but also just technique and making sure that I’m taking care of my stuff throughout the early part of the race so I can have something good at the end. I think that’s all it is. When we’ve had good handling stuff, then we’ve done well. But you can’t try to crutch it too much with brakes and stuff if you’re not handling well.”

SOME CHATTER NOW THAT MORE AND MORE PEOPLE ARE GETTING VACCINATED, WHEN WOULD NASCAR ALLOW POTENTIALLY MORE PEOPLE IN THE GARAGE; WOULD DRIVERS START DOING MEET-AND-GREETS AGAIN. DO YOU HAVE ANY SORT OF STANDARD FOR WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU FEEL COMFORTABLE OR DO YOU JUST DO WHAT YOU’RE TOLD TO DO?
“Yeah, I’ll just roll with whatever is comfortable with how we approach it. I feel fairly comfortable as is right now. I think the protocols and things are working well. Yeah, I think it’s going to be a gradual thing. But I think you see all sports right now getting more and more fans around; having them in masks, but being able to have them around. So, I’m good with it if people have masks on. I think it’s working towards the right direction.”

SPECIFIC TO MARTINSVILLE, LAST YEAR YOU WERE 8TH IN THE SPRING AND 35TH IN THE FALL. WHAT WAS THE DIFFERENCE IN THOSE TWO RACES FOR YOU?
“The fall, there was a lot of stuff going on. We had a mechanical issue there at the end that cost us finishing that race. But I thought we were OK; I thought we were honestly that eighth to tenth range. I don’t think we were going to run in the top-five. But the spring, I thought we could run the top-five, but we had to go to the back three or four times for issues. I think, honestly, the spring I was pretty happy about. I know we’ve got a little bit of a different setup this time. I feel like we’re going to be really fast, so it’s just a matter of making it to the end of the race with a shot at it.”

IF YOU HAD TO PIN-POINT ONE THING THAT MAKES MARTINSVILLE UNIQUE AND DIFFICULT, WHAT WOULD IT BE?
“Just the rhythm. You have to adapt to kind of how the rubber lays down. It’s just a very difficult rhythm place. A little bit off is a lot; you can go a lap down pretty easily. It’s just kind of a rhythm place. You have to find that. It makes it easy if you have a decent car and you can find that rhythm.”

BACK IN DECEMBER, YOU TALKED ABOUT WANTING THE NO. 24 TEAM TO BECOME A CONSISTENT THREAT WHERE EACH TRACK WASN’T A WEAKNESS FOR YOU AND YOU WEREN’T JUST A ONE-TIME WINNER EACH YEAR. WITH THE PERFORMANCE YOU’VE HAD THROUGH SEVEN RACES, HOW CLOSE DO YOU FEEL YOU AND YOUR TEAM ARE TO BEING AT THAT LEVEL?
“I think it’s going according to plan. I think honestly, we started the year and things were off to a really bad start; we had some bad luck and it really forced us to hone in on just executing a clean race. We did that and we won. And then honestly from there, we just tried to execute really clean races and try to get this team executing on a high level to where we can start to push some of the details, like pit road, restarts and things like that that we can start to be aggressive with. We put together a really good five races in a row here and yeah, I feel like we are in that category now of being able to contend every week. We just have to make the next step to lead some more laps. It’s been a couple of weeks since we’ve done that, so that’s important to us.”

DRIVERS HAVE SAID MARTINSVILLE IS BOTH FUN AND QUITE DIFFICULT TO RACE THERE. WHAT CHARACTERISTICS OF THIS RACE TRACK STAND OUT TO YOU THE MOST?
“I think just the way you have to run the curb. Obviously, you try to be as low to it as you can without touching it too much. It’s tricky – you have to get in the corner a certain way. Running the curb is hard and it’s tough to get drive off, too. It’s really kind of one of those standard short tracks, but I like the rhythm of it. It’s one of my favorites because it’s got good grip, but it’s a challenge. And you can pass; usually it’s not a huge issue to pass, you just have to set guys up the right way. I like it. Somebody mentioned how a lot of champions win at Martinsville – I think it’s just because it’s an experience place. It’s a really tough place.”

BEING NO WORSE THAN EIGHTH SINCE YOU WON AT HOMESTEAD, HOW HAS YOUR MENTALITY OR CONFIDENCE CHANGED IN HOW YOU APPROACH GOING TO THE RACETRACK EACH WEEKEND?
“I think we approach it the same, but I think there’s definitely a little more confidence that we can think outside the box a little bit. We’re not just trying to string together one good run to kind of get back on track. Yeah, I think for us, it’s kind of that slow climb of trying to go from I feel like we’re that top-seven to eight team right now, but try to make that next step to be a top-five team. It’s kind of an evolution, but I think we’re getting there. It’s awesome to run as well as we have every week and have specific things to work on; not have to worry about big stuff, we can just worry about small stuff to try and get better. I think we’re on the right track.”

IN THE WEEKEND RELEASE FROM HENDRICK MOTORSPORTS, YOU WERE TALKING ABOUT THE GRASS THAT’S BEEN TAKEN OUT AT MARTINSVILLE. HOW BIG OF A THING IS THAT FOR DRIVERS? IS THAT ACTUALLY NOTICABLE AND SOMETHING YOU’RE GOING TO HAVE TO ADJUST TO?
“Yeah, I mean I think in turns three and four, for sure. One and two, I’ve never really noticed the grass; but three and four, there was a separation between the grass and when the concrete started. So now, it’s not there and that was kind of a reference for where the center of the corner was. I think honestly, that’s going to be different. I’m interested to see how that is on the pace laps. But yeah, I think you’ll adapt and find new marks. It does kind of change things.”

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SS GreenLight Racing | Joe Graf Jr. Martinsville Speedway Spring Event Preview

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SS GreenLight Racing | NASCAR Xfinity Series
Martinsville (Va.) Speedway | Cook Out 250

Fast Facts
No. 07 SS GreenLight Racing Team:
Driver: Joe Graf Jr. (@JoeGrafJr)
Primary Partner(s): Responsible Gold | Bucked Up Energy | Z Grills
Manufacturer: Chevrolet Camaro
Crew Chief: Mike Tyska
Call 811 Before You Dig 200 Starting Position: 16th (Based on event formula)
Cook Out 250 Starting Position: 28th (Based on event formula)
2021 Driver Points Position: 18th | 2021 Owner Points Position: 22nd
Chassis Intel: SSGLR Chassis No. 711; competed last at Martinsville (Va.) Speedway on Oct. 31, 2020. (Start: 25th | Finish: 21st).
The Cook Out 250 will mark the first time SS GreenLight Racing will utilize chassis No. 711 in 2021.
Engine: Earnhardt-Childress Racing Engines (ECR)

Notes of Interest:

Welcome Aboard: This weekend at Martinsville (Va.) Speedway, SS GreenLight Racing and Joe Graf Jr. welcome new partner Responsible Gold as the primary partner of the team’s No. 07 Chevrolet Camaro at the historic 0.526-mile short track.

The Cook Out 250 will be Responsible Gold’s first foray into NASCAR and specifically the Xfinity Series.

About Responsible Gold: The purpose of Responsible Gold is to use the power of technology to solve pressing global challenges. Their mission is to make gold sustainable and globally accessible.

The Responsible Gold standards have been developed to document best practices in responsible production and sourcing. They serve as a tool to support participants in enhancing their environmental, social and governance practices and contribute to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Responsible Gold is the only scalable solution for fully traceable ethical gold.

Saving You Some Money: A new partner to Joe Graf Jr. and still excited about their debut in the NASCAR Xfinity Series last month at Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway, Z Grills is still celebrating their partnership with Graf and the team.

To celebrate the partnership, Z Grills Racing (ZGrillsRacing.com) is offering a 10 percent discount off your total purchase, using the code JoeGraf07 at checkout.

Year of the Underdogs: NFL’s Buffalo Bills running back Antonio Williams and a personal investor in Joe Graf Jr.’s racing career recently launched a video on Twitter offering an exclusive glimpse into his personal life and his reason for wanting to be a part of NASCAR – exclusively with Graf Jr.

Since its release on Feb. 25, 2021, the video has gone viral with over 136,000 views and feedback from some of the sports’ icons including retired NASCAR Cup Series driver Dale Earnhardt Jr., seven-time Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson and current 23XI Racing driver Darrell Wallace Jr.

The video has since been uploaded on YouTube and can be seen clicking here.

Joe Graf Jr. Xfinity Series Martinsville (Va.) Speedway Starts: Sophomore NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Joe Graf Jr. will make his second start at Martinsville (Va.) Speedway on Friday, Apr. 9, 2021.

Last October, he finished a solid 21st after starting 25th and completed all 250 laps in last season’s Top Draft 250 aboard the No. 08 EAT SLEEP RACE Chevrolet.

Joe Graf Jr. Xfinity Series Short Track Nuggets: At tracks classified as short tracks with a track length of under 1.0-mile, Graf has seven previous NASCAR Xfinity Series starts, including most recently at Martinsville last Halloween.

He holds an average starting position of 23.7 and an average result of 20.0 and has been running at the conclusion of all seven events.

Atlanta Motor Speedway Race Recap: In the series’ most recent race at Atlanta (Ga.) Motor Speedway, Graf battled the handling in his No. 07 HAZHEART.com Chevrolet but fought through the adversity to claim 29th at the checkered flag.

Exiting Atlanta, Graf still sat comfortably in the top-20 in the point standings in 18th.

Last year after six races, he sat 23rd in the championship standings.

Put Me In Coach: In an effort to strengthen his physique, Joe Graf Jr. began working with new trainer and former NASCAR Cup Series Josh Wise during the offseason.

In addition to Wise, Graf has also been working with former NASCAR driver and open wheel driver Scott Speed on being more discipline behind the wheel of his No. 07 Responsible Gold | Bucked Up Energy Chevrolet Camaro.

Sneaker Mania: Along with the adrenaline of Motorsports competition, Joe Graf Jr. also has a vogue for hype sneakers. In his current collection, he owns and wears at least 80 limited edition sneakers – and his collection continues to grow every month.

From the Pit Box: Industry veteran Mike Tyska is Joe Graf Jr.’s crew chief. He will crew chief his seventh NASCAR Xfinity Series race as crew chief on Friday night.

Tyska joined SS GreenLight Racing in January after honing his skills in all three of NASCAR’s national divisions and working for teams like Germain Racing, GMS Racing and Rick Ware Racing.

Tyska was a part of Todd Bodine’s 2006 championship season in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series at Germain Racing.

Hello From The Other Side: Graf Jr. has a teammate at SS GreenLight Racing. Veteran JJ Yeley will drive the No. 17 ALCOVA Mortgage Chevrolet on Friday night.

Yeley is set to make his 338th career NASCAR Xfinity Series start and second at the historic paperclip. His best Xfinity track finish occurred in the 2006 Goody’s 250 edition where he finished ninth after starting 10th driving for Joe Gibbs Racing.

Follow on Social Media: For more on Joe Graf Jr. visit JoeGrafJr.com, like him on Facebook (Joe Graf Jr.), follow him on Twitter (@JoeGrafJr) and Instagram (@joegrafjr).

For more on SS GreenLight Racing, please like them on Facebook (SS GreenLight Racing) and follow them on Twitter (@SSGLR0708) and visit their website at SSGreenLight.com.

Joe Graf Jr. Pre-Race Quotes:

On Martinsville Speedway: “I am optimistic about returning to Martinsville Speedway this weekend. I certainly learned a lot in a short amount of time last October and we ended up with a pretty decent finish.

“The last couple of races haven’t gone as we hoped, so Martinsville is a good place to come and try to redeem ourselves following the first break of the 2021 season.”

On Responsible Gold Partnership: “We have a unique partnership this weekend that will lead into even better things to come soon. I think our car will certainly catch some attention and hopefully, we’ll also have a good finish too.”

On First Races Of 2021 Season: “The mentality around the team is pretty good and we’re continuing to learn. Atlanta was a disappointment, but we’re not letting our guard down. We are determined to fight hard and bounce back.

“We just need to keep making as little mistakes as possible and hope that everyone’s hard work will pay off with the finishing result on the race track.”
Race Information:

The Cook Out 250 (250 laps | 131.5 miles) is the seventh of 33 NASCAR Xfinity Series races on the 2021 schedule. The 40-car field will take the green flag on Fri., Apr. 9, 2021, shortly after 8:00 p.m. ET with live coverage on FOX Sports 1, the Motor Racing Network (Radio) and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90.
About SS Green Light Racing:

As one of the most tenured teams in all of NASCAR, SS GreenLight Racing led by team owner and former driver Bobby Dotter has been a mainstay in the sport fielding entries in either the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series or the Xfinity Series competition since 2001.

SS GreenLight Racing will continue with a two-car program in the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2021.

Tickets On Sale Now for ARCA Menards Series Race at Iowa Speedway, July 24

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NEWTON, Iowa (April 9, 2021) – A limited number of tickets are on sale now for Iowa Speedway’s July 24 ARCA Menards Series race. Fans can lock in their seats now to catch all the exciting racing action as it returns to The Fastest Short Track on the Planet by visiting IowaSpeedway.com or by calling 866-787-8946. 

Tickets start at just $19 and youth 12 and under are free. In addition to grandstand and Newton Club ticket options, there are also a limited number of Terrace Camping packages available along the backstretch and Turn 4 of the 7/8-mile asphalt oval. General camping will not be available for the event and all Terrace Camping packages must be purchased in advance.

Several protocols and safety measures have been implemented for fans in attendance. For more information on protocols in place for the ARCA Menards Series race at Iowa Speedway, please visit IowaSpeedway.com/protocols.

For more information about Iowa Speedway and the July 24 ARCA Menards Series race, please visit IowaSpeedway.com. 

Stay connected to Iowa Speedway online at IowaSpeedway.com and on social media on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

About NASCAR

The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the No. 1 form of motorsports in the United States and owner of 16 of the nation’s major motorsports entertainment facilities. NASCAR consists of three national series (NASCAR Cup Series™, NASCAR Xfinity Series™, and NASCAR Camping World Truck Series™), four regional series (ARCA Menards Series, ARCA Menards Series East & West and the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour), one local grassroots series (NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series) and three international series (NASCAR Pinty’s Series, NASCAR Peak Mexico Series, NASCAR Whelen Euro Series). The International Motor Sports Association™ (IMSA®) governs the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship™, the premier U.S. sports car series. NASCAR also owns Motor Racing Network, Racing Electronics, and ONE DAYTONA. Based in Daytona Beach, Florida, with offices in eight cities across North America, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races in more than 30 U.S. states, Canada, Mexico and Europe. For more information visit www.NASCAR.com and www.IMSA.com, and follow NASCAR on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat (‘NASCAR’).

About ARCA

The Automobile Racing Club of America (ARCA) is among the leading and most versatile auto racing sanctioning bodies in the country. Founded in 1953 by John and Mildred Marcum, the organization administers more than 100 events each year in multiple racing series, including the ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards, the ARCA/CRA Super Series and the ARCA Midwest Tour, plus weekly racing at Toledo and Flat Rock Speedways.

Speedway Children’s Charities Puts More Fans In The Stands with Fan Cutout Fundraiser at Coca-Cola 600

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  • Speedway Children’s Charities’ Charlotte chapter’s new fundraiser offers fans the chance to have their pictures adorn a cutout in Charlotte Motor Speedway’s grandstands for the Coca-Cola 600
  • A $75 package puts one fan’s picture on a cutout in a grandstand seat, while an upgraded $100 package features a cutout in the grandstands and access to a virtual Victory Lane with the winner of the Coca-Cola 600; All proceeds go directly to Speedway Children’s Charities

CONCORD, N.C. (April 8, 2021) – Thanks to an innovative, new fundraiser from the Charlotte chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities, drivers competing in the May 30 Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway could still see a packed house of smiling faces in the grandstands.

Through May 14, fans can have their picture adorn a cutout in a grandstand seat for $75 with all proceeds going directly to Speedway Children’s Charities Charlotte chapter’s efforts to improve the lives of local children in need. In addition to a spot in the stands with their cutout, a $100 upgraded package grants fans exclusive access to a virtual Victory Lane with the winner of the Coca-Cola 600. Fans can reserve their cutouts by visiting https://shop.fancutouts.com/products/charlotte-coca-cola-600-fan-cutouts.

“This fundraiser gives fans a chance to make sure their presence is felt during the Coca-Cola 600 weekend, while providing Speedway Children’s Charities with the opportunity to positively impact the lives of Charlotte-area children,” said Kelly Watts, the director of Speedway Children’s Charities’ Charlotte chapter.

All orders will be verified by Speedway Children’s Charities. For all official rules and guidelines, please visit https://shop.fancutouts.com/products/charlotte-coca-cola-600-fan-cutouts.

For more information on Speedway Children’s Charities and to see how to volunteer or make a donation, visit www.speedwaycharities.org.

ABOUT SPEEDWAY CHILDREN’S CHARITIES:

The mission of Speedway Children’s Charities remains true to the ideals it was founded upon in 1982: To care for children in educational, financial, social and medical need in order to help them lead productive lives. SCC provides funding for hundreds of nonprofit organizations throughout the nation that meet the direct needs of children. Our vision is that every child has the same opportunities no matter what obstacle they are facing.

Our Motorsports: Weekly Race Advance – Martinsville

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Our Motorsports returns to action at Martinsville Speedway this weekend for the seventh race of the 2021 NASCAR Xfinity Series season. At just over a half-mile long, the “Paperclip” is always known for producing close and hard racing.

Brett Moffitt and the No.02 Destiny Homes Team

Although the Xfinity Series is relatively new to Martinsville, driver Brett Moffitt is no stranger to the speedway himself. He has six Truck Series starts, two Cup starts, and one Xfinity Series start with three top-5 finishes in the Truck Series. On Friday night, Moffit’s Chevy will be donning the colors of Destiny Homes with his green and white scheme on the No.02 Camaro. This is the fourth season that Destiny Homes has partnered with Moffitt. The No.02 team enters the weekend 13th in owners’ points standings. Moffitt is coming off a big week personally, using his Easter off-week to marry his now-wife, Stephanie!

At Destiny Homes, there is no shortage of dedicated and experienced professionals ready to serve the families who put their trust in them to build a new home. The hard-working staff at Destiny Homes has over 150 years of combined experience in helping families achieve homeownership. Destiny Homes’ passion is that every essential worker in the current economy has the opportunity to own a new home. It goes beyond sticks and bricks; it’s about helping customers achieve homeownership which in turn keeps the economy strong. Destiny Homes is proud of their focused effort in helping families achieve affordable homeownership and how that process strengthens the communities where we live, work and play.

Driver Brett Moffit: 

“The racing at Martinsville is always close and fierce and it’s a lot of fun to battle at. We had a decent car there last year and with all of the progress we made over the offseason, I’m sure we’ll be even better this year. I’m excited to welcome back a hometown sponsor for me personally in Destiny Homes and hopefully we can give them a solid run.”

Blaine Perkins and the No.23 Raceline Wheels / Martin Truex Jr. Foundation team:

This week, Blaine Perkins returns to the No.23 Raceline Wheels / Martin Truex Jr. Foundation Chevy Camaro for his third career race in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. Perkins finished 24th in his debut at Phoenix and finished 30th at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Perkins will be debuting a helmet designed by 13-year-old cancer survivor named Christian, supporting Christian’s battle and strength through his fight. He will wear this helmet for the remainder of his 2021 season.

Raceline Wheels is a market leader in the design and manufacturing of wheels for off-road, street, and track use. The Martin Truex Jr. Foundation focuses on programs to generate awareness and funding for childhood and ovarian cancers. 

Driver Blaine Perkins:

“It’s truly an honor to wear my helmet, representing Christian through his artwork, his battle with cancer, and ultimately his defeat against it,” Perkins said. “This kid is the true definition of a champion! Every time I strap into my car and put my helmet on, his art is just the reminder I need before a race that all battles can be won through sacrifice, hard work, perseverance, and faith.”

Past Results at Atlanta for Our Motorsports: 

Last year, Moffit piloted the No.02 at Martinsville. The team earned a 14th place finish in the 2020 event after starting 13th.

Tune in: Tune in for the “Cook Out 250” at Martinsville Speedway this Friday night to watch the Our Motorsports team compete. Fans can catch the action on FS1, MRN/Sirius XM NASCAR, and other local radio affiliates at 8pm ET and by following Our Motorsports on social media.

Bourdais Leads Rain-Interrupted Day at Indy 500 Open Test

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Track Activity To Resume at 9 a.m. (ET) Friday

INDIANAPOLIS (Thursday, April 8, 2021) – Sebastien Bourdais of AJ Foyt Racing was the fastest among 32 drivers who turned laps Thursday at the 105th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge Open Test, which included a rain delay of more than five hours at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Frenchman Bourdais was among a group of 11 drivers who took to the 2.5-mile oval in the final 70 minutes of track activity for veteran refresher tests and the Rookie Orientation Program, and he turned a top lap of 224.427 mph in the famous No. 14 ROKiT Chevrolet fielded by legendary four-time Indy 500 winner A.J. Foyt.

Bourdais turned his top lap in the last few minutes of the final session, which resembled the “Happy Hour” of an Indy 500 practice day with cars running in aerodynamic packs. He was among the veterans who needed to complete the two-phase refresher test since he didn’t race in “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” in 2020.

“Pretty good refresher for the A.J. Foyt No. 14,” Bourdais said. “That ROKiT car was pretty good. It always feels a little different when you start at low speeds and the car’s never really settled, but we got through both phases and are ready to go tomorrow and start working properly. It’s all good.”

Rain halted the opening veterans-only session at 12:30 p.m. (ET). A second heavy shower around 3:15 p.m. delayed track activity until the track reopened at 6:03 p.m. under blue skies and sunshine.

Track activity will take place from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (ET) Friday, with live broadcast coverage on Peacock. Rookie Orientation and refresher tests will take place from 9-10 a.m., with veterans back on track from 10-11 a.m. The track will open for all drivers from 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

Conor Daly was the second-fastest driver overall and the fastest in the morning session of 90 minutes before heavy rain arrived in Indianapolis. Daly’s top lap was 222.714 in the No. 47 U.S. Air Force Chevrolet fielded by Ed Carpenter Racing, also with the help of an aerodynamic tow.

Sage Karam was third overall at 222.408, with his best lap in the No. 24 Dreyer & Reinbold Racing Chevrolet also coming during the final session after the rain left town.

Three-time Indy 500 pole winner Ed Carpenter was fourth at 221.296 in the No. 20 Ed Carpenter Racing Chevrolet. Three-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves rounded out the top five at 221.097 in the No. 06 Meyer Shank Racing Honda.

2020 NTT INDYCAR SERIES Rookie of the Year Rinus VeeKay suffered a broken finger in a crash in Turn 1 just 11 minutes into track activity in his No. 21 Sonax/Autogeek Chevrolet fielded by ECR. He was cleared to drive.

VeeKay’s car dipped low into the grass inside Turn 1 and did nearly a full clockwise spin before hitting the SAFER Barrier in Turn 1 with the right front and right side of the car. The car then spun twice and slid through the short chute before stopping at the entrance of Turn 2 with heavy damage.

“I wanted to do as many laps as possible to be successful,” VeeKay said. “I’m very sorry. It was a weird moment.”

The 105th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge is scheduled for Sunday, May 30. The NTT INDYCAR SERIES season opens April 17-18 with the Honda Indy Grand Prix presented by AmFirst at Barber Motorsports Park in Birmingham, Alabama.

When It’s Time to Replace Your Tires

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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that about 9% of vehicle crashes are due to poor tire conditions. The tires on your vehicle help your car stay fuel-efficient, balanced, and safe. It’s essential to keep up your tire maintenance and know when to replace your tires for your safety. Many drivers, who have been driving for a long time, inevitably lose all plans at least once because of a broken tire. Of course, after that, you have to dodge by replacing the wheels or calling a tow truck. However, the timing of the action has yet to return. That’s why drivers are advised to use tires with RunFlat technology. What it is and what its advantages are, you can read more. Let’s check out the eligibility of using tires and their benefits.

Tire Condition

Replacing old or damaged tires is a normal part of car maintenance. You will need to replace your tires at some point. 

It’s important to understand that tires keep you and the people who ride in your vehicle safe. Your ability to drive safely depends heavily on your car’s ability to brake. It also depends on your car’s ability to perform in harsher weather conditions. 

The more you drive your car, the more you naturally wear your car’s tread, inflation, and overall condition. 

The durability of your tires wears down over time. This gradual breakdown comes from weather conditions, road conditions, over or under-inflation, and heat. No tire is safe from these conditions, so vehicle owners must understand when to replace tires. 

Testing Your Tires 

While there are no standardized tests to determine when it’s time to replace your tires, there are some guidelines you can follow to ensure your vehicle’s safety. 

You can test the tread depth of your tires using a quarter. Place George Washington’s head into one of the tire grooves. The top of his head should be well within the tire tread. If it is, that means your tire has 4/32 inch tread left and has enough grip for snowy or rainy roads. However, if you see space above George Washington’s head, you may need new tires immediately. 

Determining Tire Age 

Another to make sure that your tires are safe is to follow the guidelines for tire age. Some tire manufacturers say that you should replace your tires after six years, no matter how much you’ve used your vehicle. Other manufacturers say that ten years is the maximum life span for tires regardless of their condition. 

To check your tire age, you can look at the identification number on the sidewall, which begins with the letters “DOT.” Look at the last four digits. These are the week and the year to indicate how old the tire is. 

Replacing Your Tires

Ultimately, the time to replace your tires depends on your tires’ condition. Even if your vehicle hasn’t reached the six or ten-year mark, it is vital to monitor your tires’ condition to see if they need replacing. You can call a mobile tire service provider to replace your tires from your home. A professional can find you the right kind of tire that you need and deliver tires right where you are.

All online casino bonuses you can get in online casino

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There are many reasons why a sports bettor and other players turn to online casinos. The convenience is no doubt at the top of the list. Anyone of the legal age can open an account to the casino site and make a wager without leaving the comfort of your home. Some gaming websites also have a mobile that allows players to play any games anytime and anywhere they like. 

Aside from convenience, many players would argue that it is more lucrative if you choose to play online. This is because of the online casino bonuses that you claim and use in playing. Bonuses are the incentives that online casino operators offer to attract and keep their members interested.

Brick-and-mortar casinos don’t offer bonuses. If they do, it is usually lower than what you can claim on online casino websites. These also come in different sizes and forms. There are bonuses being offered to celebrate holidays and there are also bonuses that allow you to replenish your losses.

If you want to have successful experience in an online casino, make sure you are familiar with the following bonuses. Watch out for these offers as this as the most lucrative you can claim online.

Welcome bonus/signup offer

This type of bonus is the biggest you can get online. After you signup for a casino account to the casino, you can get this offer. The welcome bonus can double sometimes triple your first deposit. Some casino sites packed their welcome offer with frees spins that can be used to play selected slot machines.

As the name suggests, the welcome can only be claimed by new members who haven’t deposited any account yet to their account in the past. It can also be claimed only once per player.

No-Deposit Bonus

The No-deposit bonus is probably the most coveted type of online casino bonus. Players sought this offer more because it allows them to play any casino games without any risk of losing money. The reason is that the no-deposit bonus is like free money offered by the casino operator.

The no-deposit bonus can be used on selected games assigned by the casino. What makes this bonus really special is that that the players are allowed to withdraw their winnings after completing the wagering requirements.

There are different types of no-deposit bonuses. The most common is the free credit or free bet which is in the form of actual currency. In online casinos in Thailand, the no deposit free spin is very popular because of the number of gaming sites that specializes in offering online slot. The casino operator advertises this offer สล็อต ฟรีเครดิต ไม่ต้องฝาก ไม่ต้องแชร์ which can be translated to Free credit on slots, no need for a deposit, no need to share.  

Cashback bonus

Cashback technically falls under the no-deposit category as you don’t need to deposit any amount to your account to claim the offer. However, only the players who have spent time playing the casino games are eligible to claim the offer. Many casino sites also set an amount that should be reached for the players to be qualified.     

Here is how the cashback bonus works. The players play casino games with real money wager over a certain period of time. The casino will total the players’ net losses or their deposits. The players then will be credited with a percentage of their losses or deposits.

Typically, cashback ranges between 5% and 25%.  The cashback is calculated every week or once a month. Sometimes it is in the form of money that you can instantly withdraw. Others, however, are free credit that you can use to play the game.

Reload Bonus/Deposit bonus

This is completely the opposite of the no-deposit bonus and works similarly to the welcome bonus. Here, the casino will match a percentage of players’ deposits.  Reload bonus, however, is a smaller amount when compared to welcome bonus. This usually ranges between 10% and 50% of players’ deposits.

The good thing about this bonus is that it can be claimed several times every day. Players are allowed to use the bonus up to three times in some casino sites. The reload bonus can also be claimed by all casino members, not only the new ones.

Spire Motorsports, LaJoie Partner with ARK.io for Martinsville

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CONCORD, N.C. (April 8, 2021) – ARK.io will serve as the primary sponsor of Spire Motorsports’ No. 7 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE and driver Corey LaJoie in Saturday night’s NASCAR Cup Series Blue-Emu Maximum Pain Relief 500 at Martinsville Speedway.

ARK Ecosystem (ARK.io) is an international open source software development company. Its primary focus is building innovative technological solutions for the Blockchain and Cryptocurreny industry.

“I am extremely excited to sponsor Corey (LaJoie) for the fourth year in a row,” said Travis Walker, ARK Co-Founder. “We’re thrilled about his move to Spire Motorsports. I also support a late model program in the Midwest that runs the No. 7 so that’s a fun synergy between the two teams. I’m also very thankful for his manager as well, keeping everything running smoothly and allowing me to continue to help with designing the livery. I look forward to seeing Corey back on a short track and our continued relationship into his bright future in this sport.”

A blockchain is a digital record or ledger of transactions. The name comes from its structure, in which individual records and transactions are gathered and verified in large chunks, called blocks, once verified this block of transactions is linked together to the previous block forming a chain of blocks. Blockchains are used for recording transactions and are the underlying technology behind cryptocurrencies, such as ARK and Bitcoin. Blockchains have many other applications, as well.

“It’s awesome to have ARK.io back this weekend,” explained LaJoie. “I’m grateful to Travis and everyone at ARK for the support they’ve provided me, personally, over the last several years. He’s also a late model team sponsor and former kart racer, so he gets it. I appreciate that he continues to believe in me. ARK.io it the world’s simplest way to blockchain, so I’d urge anyone who may have a need for digital record keeping to consider ARK’s services. Statistically, Martinsville is one of my best tracks and it’s also the first true short-track race of the year, so I’m excited to see what my Spire Motorsports team can accomplish this weekend.”

Spire Motorsports jump started its 2021 campaign with a pair of top-10s in the Daytona 500 where Jamie McMurray and LaJoie finished eighth and ninth, respectively. Justin Haley returns to the seat of the team’s No. 77 Diamond Creek Water Camaro this weekend after veteran dirt racer and Camping World Truck Series regular Stewart Friesen handled the driving duties two weeks ago at Bristol Motor Speedway.

“We’re looking forward to having ARK.io and Diamond Creek Water on board our cars Saturday night at Martinsville,” added Spire Motorsports co-owner T.J. Puchyr. “We had a great start to the season at Daytona and everyone has been working hard to get better ever since. The team had a much-needed weekend off but I think everyone is itching to get back to the race track. When you think of NASCAR tradition, one of the first tracks that comes to mind is Martinsville. From my perspective, it doesn’t get much better than 500 laps on Saturday night.”

The Blue-Emu Maximum Pain Relief 500 from Martinsville Speedway will be televised live on FS1 Saturday, April 10 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). The eighth of 36 races on the 2021 NCS schedule will be broadcast live on the Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90.

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.

About Ark.io
ARK empowers everyone, regardless of their aim or technical background, to quickly and easily leverage blockchain technology. ARK provides the tools and resources that enable individuals, developers and startups to apply blockchain technology as a foundation for their own projects, applications and ideas. For more information about ARK, please visit ARK.io.

Update on Taylor Gray

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MOORESVILLE, N.C. (April 8, 2021) – David Gilliland Racing driver Taylor Gray, underwent surgery earlier today at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. for a fractured L4 vertebra. Gray will also undergo another surgery in the coming days for a fractured left foot and ankle due to the accident. Gray is expected to make a full recovery.

Gray will not make his first NASCAR Camping World Truck Series start in the No. 17 entry at Richmond (Va.) Raceway on April 17 as previously scheduled. The No. 17 has been withdrawn from the Richmond event.

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