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NCS: Noah Gragson Teleconference Transcript

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NASCAR CUP SERIES
TEAM CHEVY PRESS CONF. TRANSCRIPT
JANUARY 14, 2021

ANNOUNCED TODAY, BEARD MOTORSPORTS HAS SELECTED NOAH GRAGSON TO DRIVE THE NO. 62 CAMARO ZL1 1LE IN THE 63rd RUNNING OF THE DAYTONA 500 SLATED FOR FEBRUARY 14, 2021. Gragson met with media via teleconference and discussed his NASCAR Cup Series debut, the opportunity to drive for Beard Motorsports and to have been chosen by Brendan Gaughan, his expectations, qualifying, and more. Full Transcript:

TALK ABOUT HOW ALL THIS CAME TOGETHER AND YOUR EXCITEMENT ABOUT BEING ENTERED INTO THE GREAT AMERICAN RACE
“It all happened over Thanksgiving when it first initially started. I was in my room in Vegas and it was about midday and Brendan Gaughan texted me and asked me if I had opportunities through JR Motorsports contracts to run other cars. He didn’t really give me much more than that at first. And I’m like, I’m not sure. They probably know. And he said all right, one second and I’ll call Kelley (Earnhardt-Miller). That’s my boss. So, he called her, and he called me back the next day and he’s like hey, would you want to run my car for the Daytona 500 in 2021? And I thought he was messing with me. I probably can’t say exactly what I said, but I’m like hey, are you ‘blanking’ with me, messing with me? And he’s like no. I want you to run my car. So, that was really cool. Kelley gave him a thumbs-up for me to run that car. He said he called Jimmie Johnson first and Jimmie didn’t want to do it, so I was his second pick which was pretty surreal.

“But nonetheless, I’m excited and it’s quite the opportunity and a privilege to drive that famous No. 62 Beard Motorsports car with South Point and Beard Oil on it. It’s going to be really just a dream come true for myself. If you would have told me when I was younger and racing Bandoleros when I was 13 years old that I’d be racing in the Cup Series in nine years and making my first Cup race, I would say you were lying. Nonetheless, I’m very excited.”

BRENDAN GAUGHAN HAND-PICKED YOU TO BE THE DRIVER OF THIS CAR AND TAKE THIS RIDE. AND HE SAID HE FEELS LIKE YOU ARE A GREAT RACER. HE SAID, ‘I’VE KNOWN NOAH A LONG TIME AND I KNOW HE’S A VERY GOOD RACE CAR DRIVER WHO IS READY TO DO SOME CUP RACING’. WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON HIM SAYING THAT?
“It’s extremely humbling to me because Brendan has been the guy, probably one of the guys that stands out, that I can tell he really wants the best for me and my career. He’s from Vegas and I’m from Vegas, as well. So, I’ve been friends with him and his family for quite a few years now. And so, I always try to go to Brendan for advice and a lot of the time it’s not what I want to hear, but he tells me straight-up. That’s how I know that he really wants the best for me. He’ll let me know when I mess up and I’m thankful for that. Brendan is a great mentor of mine and a great friend of mine. I’m lucky that he picked me for this opportunity because there are a lot of great race car drivers out there and I just want to make him proud on Sunday at the Daytona 500.”

WHEN BRENDAN CALLED TO LET YOU KNOW HE HAD HAND-PICKED YOU, WERE YOU AWARE OF THAT? AND WILL YOU CONTINUE TO LEAN ON HIM GOING RIGHT INTO SPEEDWEEKS AS YOU PREPARE FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY TO RUN THE DAYTONA 500?
“Yeah, he told me that he asked Jimmie (Johnson) if he wanted to drive the car first, but I don’t know exactly what he said. Brendan mentioned that he was focused on the INDYCAR stuff and didn’t want to do superspeedways or something. I don’t know exactly, but that’s what I gathered from it. And then he’s like so, you come from Las Vegas and I wanted to give you a shot to drive that car. I’m super excited for that and I’m very thankful to Brendan and to both Mr. and Mrs. Beard for allowing me to have this opportunity. It’s going to be a privilege to be able to try to qualify our way into the Daytona 500. They always have fast cars with the No. 62 Beard Motorsports car. So, I’m confident that we should have good speed, but I’m going to lean on Brendan as much as I can and try to wear him out. Everyone here knows that Brendan doesn’t like to shut up. So, he’ll like when I ask him questions and I’m going to wear him out come Daytona time.”

WE’VE SEEN YOU GET SICK TO YOUR STOMACH WHEN YOU GET EXCITED. HOW DO YOU KEEP FROM THAT WHEN YOU ATTEMPT TO QUALIFY; POTENTIALLY HAVING TO RACE YOUR WAY IN?
“I think it’s a little different. Whenever I get excited and win a race and get out of the car and spike my heartrate after I sometimes throw-up after I climb the fence and do all that. But, come qualifying time, I think it’s going to be a different mindset for me. It’s going to be just about thinking of the preparation that went into that weekend for myself and how I can lay down a clean lap. I talked to Dale (Earnhardt) Jr. last year quite a bit about different qualifying techniques. He was also really good back in his career in qualifying the car. So, with that being said, I don’t know. It comes down to that preparation and just not having to ask yourself any last-second questions and just knowing what needs to be done and where I need to be, placement-wise, on the race track and just trying to be confident, cool, calm, and collected.”

HERE’S AN XFINITY QUESTION FOR YOU: DO YOU KNOW WHO IS GOING TO SPOT FOR YOU, OR CAN YOU SAY WHAT THE TRANSITION WILL BE LIKE GOING FROM ‘BIG EARL’ (EARL BARBAN) TO SOMEONE ELSE?
“Well, I’m bummed-out, but I’m happy that Big Earl is doing another role within motorsports but not going to be my spotter anymore. I don’t know if I can say quite yet, but it’s someone who has spotted for me in the past and that’s pretty close to me. I’m excited for the opportunity to work with that person.”

DO YOU PLAN ON DOING ANY OTHER CUP RACES THIS YEAR, LIKE MAYBE TALLADEGA OR DAYTONA LATER IN THE SEASON SINCE BEARD MOTORSPORTS HAS DONE THOSE IN THE LAST COUPLE OF YEARS?
“No, right now it’s just about the Daytona 500. That’s all I know. I’m just extremely thankful for the opportunity to do the one race and I’m trying to make the most of it at Daytona. That’s my only focus. I haven’t heard anything other. Brendan and Mr. and Mrs. Beard, they just told me about Daytona so that’s all I know right now. But my goal is to try to prove myself. I don’t know what their future is. Brendan mentioned this might be their last race as a team. It might not. I don’t know. But hopefully we can have a successful run for Mr. and Mrs. Beard and Beard Oil and that team because they’re a small group. It’s a one-man band over there with Darren Shaw building the cars. He’s the crew chief. He does it all over there from transmissions to motors to shaking the body; he does it all. Darren Shaw is going to be great to work with and I’m excited for the opportunity. But right now, it’s just about trying to make the most of the opportunity and I’m happy with one because one is better than zero. So, I’m not going to bite the hand that feeds me. I’m just excited for this opportunity.”

DO YOU WANT TO GIVE A SHOUT-OUT TO BRENDAN GAUGHAN?
“Brendan is a legend in my eyes and someone I’ve looked-up to during my whole career. Now to be driving his car is quite an honor and a very humbling experience. So, thank you Brendan for believing in me. I appreciate it.”

ARE YOU NERVOUS OR IS THIS LIKE A DREAM COME TRUE?
“Oh yeah, I’m nervous. It’s the Daytona 500. But it’s all I’ve ever dreamed of. This is what I’ve dreamed of my whole career and it’s been a goal of mine to make a Cup Series start. So, I think there’s a lot of nerves. But at the same time, I’ve gone to bed at night every night wondering what it would be like to race in the Cup Series and watching videos all day and watching You Tube videos of all the NASCAR races and different stuff. Now it’s going to be a reality. So, I might be a little nervous, but I’m more excited than anything; and ready to attack the opportunity.”

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How to Shop for Armor | New Video

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AmericanTrucks Helps F150 Owners Choose Solid Protection

PAOLI, Pa. (January 13th, 2020) – Off-road e-retailer AmericanTrucks (AT) has released a new how-to video designed to guide F150 owners shopping for armor. Hosted by Justin Dugan, the video helps viewers navigate the options to prepare their truck for any situation on or off-road. AT further supports its customers with detailed product pages and industry-leading review and install videos so they can learn more about a product before pulling the trigger.

The bumper and armor categories on AT’s website layout truck-specific options to make shopping easier. Customers are encouraged to get started with a look at AT’s top three choices based on industry experience and customer feedback. While skid plates are included with some of the bumpers, they can also be purchased separately to provide vital protection to the undercarriage. Justin outlines some of the extras to look out for whether shopping for front or rear bumpers. Rock rails or rock sliders deliver crucial protection over rough terrain. They work by taking the brunt of the impact so the truck can ‘slide’ off without damaging the body or underside.

AT is committed to creating a meaningful customer experience at every step of the journey. F150 owners can use this new video to get the ball rolling when it comes to upgrading their truck’s armor. With a host of options to choose from, AT’s how-to videos, review and install guides, and detailed product pages equip truck owners with the knowledge they need to shop protection with confidence.

View it here: https://www.americantrucks.com/f150-armor-skid-plates.html

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Spencer Boyd Adds Credit Repair Company, Credit MRI, to 2021 Sponsor Lineup

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Concord, NC (January 14, 2021) – NASCAR Camping World Truck Series driver, Spencer Boyd, announced today that Credit MRI will be a primary sponsor for several races in 2021. The credit repair company is well known for their “Fix Now, Pay Later” approach to helping people restore their credit score.

“I used to sell cars back in my part-time NASCAR days,” said Spencer Boyd. “I would see many hard working people unable to get approved for a car because of simple strikes on their credit reports. Credit MRI is helping those folks, without charging them upfront, navigate the confusing path of credit recovery. Anything that helps hard-working Americans is high on my list!”

For more than a decade Credit MRI has delivered professional credit repair services with its industry first and only 30 DAY NO FEE GUARANTEE. Simply put if they do not deliver results then you pay nothing. Whether you are looking to purchase a home, car, RV, jet ski, motorcycle, or simply looking to improve your credit score to lower your current interest rates, Credit MRI is your one stop credit repair partner.

Credit MRI remarked on the partnership in a prepared statement, “We know NASCAR fans are hard-working Americans. We wanted to partner with Spencer (Boyd) because he is well-known as the hardest working NASCAR driver out there. He is a spokesperson for blue-collar workers and we want to be a part of his career. Credit MRI is very much looking forward to being a part of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series with Spencer Boyd.”

The No. 20 Credit MRI Chevrolet Silverado with its neon green logo will make its debut at the world famous Daytona International Speedway Road Course. Boyd, in his third year with Young’s Motorsports, finished 17th in the inaugural NASCAR race at Daytona’s Road Course in 2020. Boyd remarked, “We went there last year having never run the RC, but I had a blast and look to improve on our finish with Credit MRI on board.” Credit MRI will also be on board at Las Vegas and future races that will be announced at a later date.

To schedule a personal consultation with a credit repair expert call 888-566-9997 today! www.creditmri.com

SOUTH BOSTON SPEEDWAY’S COST-CUTTING MOVES MAKE ‘AMERICA’S HOMETOWN TRACK’ AN AFFORDABLE VENUE FOR RACERS

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South Boston, VA…..Finances have always played a key role in racing, especially for the weekly short-track racers. That is why South Boston Speedway officials have worked hard over the years to make racing more affordable for competitors, and, at the same time, keep the competition on a level playing field and make racing fun for the competitors.

Steps taken by South Boston Speedway over the past several seasons have made “America’s Hometown Track” one of the more affordable places to race.

“We have continuously sought out ways to make racing more affordable for our drivers and teams,” said Cathy Rice, the track’s general manager, “and we have been successful in finding ways to help cut costs for the competitors.”

In 2016, South Boston Speedway implemented a two-tire rule in the NASCAR Late Model Stock Car Division, limiting teams to the purchase of two tires per event. In addition to saving teams money, the rule helped make lower-budget teams more competitive.

Along with that, the track increased its purse for competitors, guaranteeing $500 to start in the Late Model Stock Car Division. That move helps make it more financially possible for teams to move up to competition in the top-tier division and to cover costs.

South Boston Speedway officials made a major change in in the speedway’s 2021 Limited Sportsman Division rules package to eliminate bump stopping and coil binding. There will also be a new limit on the sway bar size with a new maximum of an inch and three-quarters. The last change sets a new four-inch minimum on the car’s ride height.

“These changes will not only help make racing in the Limited Sportsman Division more affordable, but they will also simplify things in the long run,” noted South Boston Speedway Race Director and Head Tech Official Jeff Bomar.

Engine rules that include multiple engine options have resulted in cost savings for competitors. South Boston Speedway also has a one-tire rule for its Limited Sportsman Division. The rule limiting Limited Sportsman Division teams to being able to buy only one new tire per race has helped teams cut costs considerably.

In addition, South Boston Speedway’s Limited Sportsman Division purse is higher than most other tracks. Competitors finishing in the Top 10 receive enough purse money to cover their tire cost.

Offering cost-cutting measures along with good purses, South Boston Speedway officials have made racing in the division more affordable and have kept racing in the division competitive.

Rocky Mount, Virginia resident Tony Housman competed in the Hornets Division at South Boston in 2019. He competed at Franklin County Speedway in 2020, starting in the track’s four-cylinder division, and later moving up to the Limited Sportsman Division. During a testing session at South Boston Speedway in December, Housman said the changes made to South Boston Speedway’s Limited Sportsman Division rules package led him to decide to compete at South Boston Speedway in 2021.

“When I saw the rules, I said this is where we’re going to try to run,” Housman said.

“You don’t have to have $7,000 or $8,000 shocks and bump stops and everything under the sun to make it (the car) work. That’s the reason I decided to come here.”

The cost-cutting measures also extend into the track’s Pure Stock Division, which, like the Limited Sportsman Division, has a one-tire rule that limits teams to being able to purchase one new tire per event.

In addition, there will be no increase in prices at the competitors’ registration window in 2021.

“The weekly racers are the backbone of our sport,” Rice pointed out.

“It is important that we try to do what we can to help keep costs down for our competitors and keep racing affordable for them.”

Rules for South Boston Speedway’s Late Model Stock Car, Pure Stock and Hornets divisions will remain the same in 2021.The 2021 season rules are available on the South Boston Speedway website at www.southbostonspeedway.com. 

South Boston Speedway gift certificates are also available. Gift certificates from “America’s Hometown Track” may be purchased by calling the South Boston Speedway office at 1-434-572-4947 or toll free at 1-877-440-1540. The South Boston Speedway office is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

CURO Financial Technologies Continues Partnership with Front Row Motorsports

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Speedy Cash and Revolve Finance Online Banking Branding Featured

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (January 14, 2021) – For the third consecutive season, CURO Financial Technologies will partner with Front Row Motorsports. Their brands, Speedy Cash and Revolve Finance Online Banking will be highlighted on all three teams and drivers. Speedy Cash will be the primary sponsor of Sunoco Rookie-of-the-Year candidate, Anthony Alfredo during his first Daytona 500 on February 14 airing on FOX.

Speedy Cash or Revolve Finance Online Banking will also be the primary partner of Alfredo and the No. 38 team at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway in March, the Talladega Superspeedway in April, the Daytona International Speedway in August and at the Kansas Speedway in October. Speedy Cash will be the primary partner during the All-Star race and the NASCAR Cup Series weekend in October at the Texas Motor Speedway. Speedy Cash is an official partner of Texas Motor Speedway and of their Victory Lane. Speedy Cash and Revolve Finance Online Banking will be a season-long associate partner of the No. 38 team.

In addition to their support of Alfredo, Speedy Cash will be the primary partner of Todd Gilliland and the No. 38 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series team at the SpeedyCash.com 400 truck race at the Texas Motor Speedway in June. Speedy Cash will be a season-long associate partner of Gilliland and Michael McDowell and the No. 34 team.

“Our company and our customers enjoy our partnership in the sport and with Front Row Motorsports,” said Don Gayhardt, CEO, CURO Financial Technologies. “This partnership helps us connect with our customers across the country. Speedy Cash will continue to be front and center as the brand our customers know and love, but this year we’re excited to introduce them to a new online banking brand, Revolve Finance. We are excited to see the progression of Anthony Alfredo and wish the best to Michael McDowell and Todd Gilliland this upcoming season.”

Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, CURO Financial Technologies offers a variety of convenient, easily accessible financial services, including installment loans, lines of credit, title loans and check cashing. The lender is also the exclusive provider of Revolve Finance Online Banking. For over 20 years, Speedy Cash has provided the latest and most innovative lending methods to its customers with services available in branches, online, over the phone and via mobile app.

“It’s just awesome to see Speedy Cash and Revolve Finance Online Banking support me in my first Daytona 500 and throughout my rookie season,” said Alfredo. “I want to thank them for their support, and I can’t wait to work with them this year.”

“I want nothing more than to get our Speedy Cash Ford F-150 into Speedy Cash Victory Lane at the Texas Motor Speedway this summer,” commented Gilliland. “They are stepping up for Front Row Motorsports and that includes our Truck program, too. We’re going to race for the championship and it’s awesome to have Speedy Cash with us.”

For more information about Speedy Cash and Revolve Finance Online Banking, visit SpeedyCash.com and RevolveFinance.com.

About Speedy Cash
Speedy Cash is an Omni-channel lender that specializes in financial services such as installment loans, personal lines of credit, title loans, check cashing and money transfers and money orders. The company was founded in 1997 in Riverside, California by three friends from Wichita, Kansas to meet the growing consumer need for accessible credit. Speedy Cash has 211 brick & mortar locations across the U.S. (operating as Rapid Cash in Nevada, Oregon and Washington) and offers online loans in 28 states. Speedy Cash is owned and operated by CURO Group Holdings Corp (NYSE: CURO). In Texas, Speedy Cash operates as a Registered Credit Access Business (CAB). The actual lender is an unaffiliated third party.

About Revolve Finance Online Banking
Revolve Finance is a FinTech company that offers transparent, simple online bank accounts. The company was founded in 2019 with the mission to streamline and simplify online banking. Accountholders receive a Visa debit card and access to a user-friendly mobile app that allows them to easily manage their money and their account anywhere. Banking services provided by Republic Bank of Chicago, Member FDIC. Revolve Finance is owned and operated by CURO Group Holdings Corp (NYSE: CURO).

About Front Row Motorsports

Front Row Motorsports (FRM) is a winning organization in the NASCAR Cup and Camping World Truck Series. The team was founded in 2004 and is owned by successful entrepreneur, Bob Jenkins. FRM fields the No. 34 and the No. 38 NASCAR Cup Series teams along with the No. 38 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series team– from its Mooresville, N.C., headquarters. Visit teamfrm.com and follow FRM on social media: Twitter at @Team_FRM, Instagram at @team_frm and Facebook at facebook.com/FrontRowMotorsports.

Mazda Expands Viewing Options for 2021 MX-5 Cup Season

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January 14, 2021 – The Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by BFGoodrich® Tires is synonymous with edge-of-your-seat racing, and now fans will have more ways than ever to watch all 630 minutes of the 2021 season.

All 14 Mazda MX-5 Cup races will be streamed live on IMSA.tv and TrackPass on NBC Sports Gold. Additionally, a one-hour recap show combining both races from an event weekend will be produced to air later on NBCSN.

Radio Le Mans will provide on-air talent for all presentations with John Hindaugh and Shea Adam sharing the booth for live streams, and Hindaugh voicing the NBCSN recap shows. This partnership also brings MX-5 Cup to IMSA Radio, RadioLeMans.com and trackside FM frequencies.

“Everyone at Mazda Motorsports is thrilled to have such an extensive broadcast plan for this year’s Mazda MX-5 Cup,” said Director of Mazda Motorsports Nelson Cosgrove. “The MX-5 Cup teams always put on a phenomenal show at the racetrack and it’s only fitting to get that show in front of as many eyes (and ears) as possible. We hope this expanded audience will pay dividends for our series partners and will allow more fans to see these outstanding races.”

All of the 2021 MX-5 Cup livestreams will be available for on-demand viewing on IMSA.tv and the IMSA YouTube channel.

MX-5 Cup recap shows on NBCSN will air as follows:

Rounds Track Air Date Time
1 & 2 Daytona Int. Speedway Wednesday, February 10 4:00pm ET
3 & 4 Grand Prix of St. Petersburg Wednesday, May 5 3:00pm ET
5 & 6 Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course Tuesday, May 25 3:00pm ET
7 & 8 Canadian Tire Mtsp. Park Thursday, July 15 6:00pm ET
9 & 10 Road America Wednesday, August 18 2:00pm ET
11 & 12 WeatherTech Raceway Tuesday, September 21 4:00pm ET
13 & 14 Michelin Raceway Wednesday, October 13 3:00pm ET
*schedule subject to change

The 2021 MX-5 Cup season opener at Daytona International Speedway is right around the corner, January 27 – 29.

About: The Global Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by BFGoodrich® Tires is the signature spec series for the Mazda Road to 24 (#MRT24). Mazda-powered grassroots champions earn a Mazda scholarship to advance their career. The Mazda MX-5 Cup champion earns a $200,000 scholarship.

Find out more at http://www.mx-5cup.com.

PSCA Welcomes Ticket Mortgage as New Summer Series Class Sponsor

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DENVER — The Premier Street Car Association announced today that Ticket Mortgage is the new sponsor of the Limited Small Tire class of its PSCA Summer Series. The Summer Series races its four-event schedule, including the new Mile High Grudge, at the legendary Bandimere Speedway here.

Based out of Loveland, Colo., Ticket Mortgage’s mission is to serve their customers with honesty, integrity and competence. Their goal is to provide home loans to our clients while providing them with the lowest interest rates and closing costs possible with a pledge to help borrowers overcome roadblocks that can arise while securing a loan.

“PSCA and the Rocky Mountain Summer Series is a great fit for Ticket Mortgage because of the types of people who race and spectate,” said Ticket Mortgage President Casey Knowles. “People like to do business with people who are like them and as a company we also enjoy working with clients who are like us. The racing community that I know are hardworking folks who salute the flag and pray before races to help keep the racers safe. They bring their “A” game and will do whatever it takes to win.

“It is this spirit of competition, continual improvement and a never say die attitude that we admire and possess at Ticket Mortgage. We are very honored to be able to sponsor the PSCA and are looking forward to a great racing season!”

PSCA President Mel Roth said he is looking forward to kicking off the RMSS and seeing how Casey’s involvement will enhance the Ticket Mortgage Limited Small Tire class.

“We love working with the Casey Knowleses of the world,” Roth said. “They understand our sport and get how their business can improve by working with racers. This is the first year of what we believe will be a great partnership!”

The schedule for the PSCA Summer Series will be released in the coming weeks.

Need Merch?: Need to grab the gear but couldn’t make it to the track in 2020? No worries! Order all your PSCA/SCSN merch by clicking HERE!

For everything SCSN, visit StreetCarSuperNationals.com or the official event page on Facebook at Facebook.com/StreetCarSuperNationals. PSCA can be found on social media on Facebook at Facebook.com/PSCARacing and on Twitter at @PSCARacing. For more information on PSCA and all its events, visit them online at RacePSCA.com.

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About the Premier Street Car Association:
In its 21st season, the Premier Street Car Association, based near Denver, has been a staple of doorslammer drag racing since its inception. With six heads-up classes, four bracket classes, and two index classes, the PSCA provides some of the best racing in the country for both fans and racers. The PSCA season is capped off by its Street Car Super Nationals at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, now in its 16th year.

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Newman Begins Chili Bowl Action Wednesday

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Newman to Race in Prelims Wednesday Night Ahead of Saturday’s Mains

CONCORD, N.C., (January 13, 2021) – While most of the NASCAR industry continues prep for the Daytona 500 and 2021 season coming up in just a month, Ryan Newman is set for his second-straight appearance at the Chili Bowl Nationals.

Midget car racing, after all, is where Newman – the now 20-year NASCAR veteran – got his start as a young racer. This week’s action from Tulsa, Oklahoma is known as the “Super Bowl of Midget Racing,” with more than 300 competitors on the entry list. Newman is one of a handful of drivers from the NASCAR ranks to make the trek West, in hopes of claiming the coveted trophy Saturday night.

“There’s a little bit of everything here, and that’s one of the things that makes it so special,” Newman said of the Chili Bowl. “One of the things that make it so special is the guys from the different ranks that show up here, and it’s amazing to know you’re one guy competing against all those guys from NASCAR, IndyCar, USAC and other ranks.”

The 1999 USAC Silver Crown Champion will drive the 00C as one of five entries for Clauson-Marshall Racing, a two-time National USAC Champion team. The 43-year-old also drove for the Indiana-based organization at the 2020 Chili Bowl.

“We had a good run a year ago and are excited to be back,” Newman said. “We have a great team and great sponsor this year with Driven2SaveLives. My car number will be 00C, which is in honor of a young man who lost his life and donated his organs. Driven2Save and the Indiana donor network are great partners of Clauson-Marshall Racing, and proud to run his name on the car. And the fact he saved five lives with his organ donation gives me chills, because here’s someone that raced ¼ midgets like I did and in the end he became a hero.”

Newman’s night of heat races and qualifying action is set for Wednesday. The top two finishers in the qualifying night’s feature event progress into Saturday’s main show, while the remainder of the entries from the respective qualifying night will attempt to race their way in through a series of additional races.

“It’s just fun to be here, and so many different people from so many different types of racing at an indoor venue on dirt, it’s awesome,” Newman added.

Among the list of entries along with Newman on Wednesday include fellow NASCAR drivers Chase Elliott and Brett Moffitt, and former Chili Bowl Champion Rico Abreu. Stay tuned to Roush Fenway on social media (@RoushFenway, @Roush6Team) for coverage throughout the week.

The Chili Bowl will be shown online on www.floracing.com through the qualifying events. Saturday’s final features will switch to the MAVTV Motorsports Network. For a complete listing of channels and to request MAVTV, log onto www.mavtv.com.

All official news regarding the Lucas Oil Chili Bowl National presented by General Tire can be found at www.chilibowl.com.

Parker Retzlaff embraces Daytona ARCA test opportunity

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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.: Teenage standout Parker Retzlaff will embark on the next opportunity in his young Motorsports career by taking to the high banks of Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway during this weekend’s preseason ARCA Menards Series testing.

While Retzlaff, 17, is not eligible to compete in next month’s General Tire 200 at the “World Center of Racing”, the opportunity to tackle the 2.5-mile superspeedway for Fast Track Racing as part of the series’ Road to Daytona program, the teenager is prepared to embrace the experience with a goal of competing in the annual series’ opener in the future.

“I cannot tell you how excited I am for this weekend,” said Retzlaff.

“For any race car driver, the chance to turn laps at Daytona is not only very humbling but a dream come true. I cannot thank ARCA, Andy Hillenburg and Fast Track Racing enough for this unbelievable opportunity.”

Sharing the No. 10 Fast Track Racing Chevrolet with four other drivers will certainly limit his track time at Daytona this weekend, but that doesn’t bother the young driver.

“The opportunity to be coached by a respected owner and former ARCA champion driver Andy Hillenburg – and the chance to converse with the other drivers is all apart of the experience this weekend,” added Retzlaff.

“Sure, the track time is important, but it’s striving to be a better driver and utilizing the resources around me to help. Hopefully, the test will be successful and I can use it as a stepping stone to come back in the future and prepare for the actual race.”

The two-day ARCA Menards Series preseason test officially kicks off the 2021 season and Retzlaff is excited about what’s ahead and intends on announcing his plans within the next few weeks.

“I believe that 2021 is shaping up to be a good year,” sounded Retzlaff. “I learned a lot last year, despite the pandemic. I will continue to grow as a driver, but I think the goals set forth this season are obtainable.

“A lot of people are investing time, effort and financially for me and I have to be sure to go out there and make sure I not only do my job but do it well and continue to take the steps up the racing ladder.”

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Kaz Grala to Attempt Daytona 500 with Kaulig Racing

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Grala, Kaulig Racing Agree on Multi-Race NASCAR Cup Series Deal in 2021

LEXINGTON, N.C. (January 13th, 2021) – Kaz Grala will attempt the 63rd annual Daytona 500 with Kaulig Racing to kick off the 2021 NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) season.

The team recently announced it would attempt a limited NCS schedule in 2021, which will include the Daytona 500, as well as select road course and superspeedway events. Grala, the youngest winner ever at Daytona International Speedway (NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, 2017), is set to run several of those events for Kaulig Racing.

“This is a huge opportunity for me both personally and professionally,” said Grala. “I’ve grown up dreaming of reaching the NASCAR Cup Series, so it will be really special to get more chances to race against my heroes, with Kaulig Racing being the perfect team to take that next step with. I can’t thank Matt Kaulig and Chris Rice enough for trusting me in their Cup program, as well as RCR for helping shape my career the past couple seasons. I have already worked with many of the Kaulig team members before, so hopefully that will help us hit the ground running next month. Bring on the DAYTONA 500!”

Grala, who made one NCS attempt in 2020 at the Daytona International Speedway Road Course, where he finished 7th, recorded the best finish during a NCS debut since 1998. Grala is only one of two drivers to record a top-10 finish in all three of NASCAR’s National Series in 2020.

Out of 32 NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS) starts from 2018-2020, Grala has recorded nine top-10 and four top-five finishes. He scored a top-five finish in his NXS debut at Daytona International Speedway, and has finished in the top five in two out of his three superspeedway events in the series.

“We’re super excited to have Kaz join our team in 2021, and we can’t wait to get started with him at Daytona,” said Chris Rice, President of Kaulig Racing. “He has had some great success in different series and layouts at Daytona, so we think he will be a great addition to our team beginning with the Daytona 500.”

The 63rd annual Daytona 500 will take place on Sunday, February 14, where Grala will pilot the No. 16 Camaro ZL1 1LE for Kaulig Racing’s second-ever NCS race. Information on additional events and partners will come at a later date.

About Kaulig Racing™
Kaulig Racing™ is a full-time multi-car NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS) team, owned by award winning entrepreneur, Matt Kaulig. Established in 2016, Kaulig Racing™ has made the NXS Playoffs consecutively each season since the playoff system started and made the Championship 4 round for the first time in 2020. Kaulig Racing fields three full-time entries; the No. 10 Chevrolet driven by Jeb Burton, the No. 11 Chevrolet driven by Justin Haley, and the No. 16 Chevrolet driven by AJ Allmendinger. Kaulig Racing™ earned five wins in 2020 and have come to be one of the top competitors on track each weekend. The team will make its second NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) start in the 2021 Daytona 500 with Kaz Grala, as well as a limited NCS schedule this season. To learn more about the team, visit kauligracing.com.

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