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Hustling Into Homestead: Cody Ware Putting in the Work Ahead of Straight Talk Wireless 400

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Hustling Into Homestead
Cody Ware Putting in the Work Ahead of Straight Talk Wireless 400

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (March 20, 2025) – Cody Ware is hustling into Homestead-Miami Speedway. The Straight Talk Wireless 400 Sunday at the 1.5-mile oval culminates a whirlwind week for the driver of the No. 51 Jacob Construction Ford Mustang Dark Horse for Rick Ware Racing (RWR) and provides a glimpse into the life of a NASCAR Cup Series driver.

Ware touched down in Concord, North Carolina, shortly before 1 a.m. EDT on Monday after a six-hour flight back from Las Vegas, site of last Sunday’s race. He shook off the effects of jet lag and went about his routine of working out and downloading data from the race he had just run 14 hours earlier. Sleep beckoned even as the sky remained lit from the remnants of dusk, but the recommended eight hours of shuteye was cut short by a 4:30 a.m. wakeup call. Ware was on an early flight to Indianapolis on Tuesday to join his RWR counterpart in the NHRA Mission Food Drag Racing Series, Top Fuel driver Clay Millican, to speak with 500 Arby’s franchisees, and he needed to get to Charlotte-Douglas International Airport.

An all-day event stretched well into the evening, and after an even shorter sleep, Ware caught another early-morning flight out of Indianapolis on Wednesday and flew back to Charlotte. He drove straight from the airport to the RWR shop for his weekly team meeting, which was pushed back a day from its standard Tuesday slot to accommodate the trip to Indy.

The meeting was in-depth and covered not just the details from the prior race at Las Vegas, but the season to date. Homestead was a new opportunity, and everyone wanted to unlock its potential.

By 2 p.m., Ware was driving north on Interstate 85 to High Point, North Carolina, where he had an in-studio television interview with FOX Channel 8 reporter Chris Weaver. Around 3:15 p.m., Ware pulled into the lot. By 3:30 p.m., he was live on a recently launched show being streamed across Roku, Firestick and AppleTV on myFOX8+. Interaction with other personnel and a tour of the station followed. By 4:45 p.m., Ware was back on the road, returning home around 6 p.m.

Dinner, a decent night’s rest, and then another pre-dawn wakeup on Thursday followed, this time for a four-hour stint in the simulator at the Ford Performance Center in Concord, North Carolina. There, Ware and his crew chief, Billy Plourde, put into play much of what they had discussed in their team meeting the day before. With only 25 minutes of practice on Saturdays of race weekends followed by just a single qualifying lap, the simulator is an essential tool to finding a fast setup before the car even turns a wheel on the racetrack.

Ware hit the gym afterward, then got to enjoy an afternoon before packing up for his Friday flight to South Florida.

“Racing is all about what goes on Monday to Friday, even Friday to Saturday, and then Sunday is the fun part,” Ware said.

“I did get a chance to reset and reload toward the end of this week. It’s busy for a reason. We’ve got some work to do. It’s been a tough start to the year and we’ve got to start putting together some good results.”

Homestead is known as a driver’s track. It is a favorite among competitors, with its weathered asphalt, long straightaways and variable banking giving drivers options to search different racing lines while managing their tires.

“Homestead is super aggressive, super abrasive. It’s almost like Darlington times 10, where the track surface, after a lap or two, your tires are shot. Everyone’s got a terrible racecar 10 laps into a run. That’s why it’s a more driver-oriented track,” Ware said.

“It’s all about making the most of what you have. I think even the guy leading the race at Homestead is going to be complaining about how bad his car is, but he’s just the one who’s making the most of it.”

Ware will make the most of his track time at Homestead beginning at 1:05 p.m. on Saturday when practice begins for the Straight Talk Wireless 400. Qualifying is immediately afterward, and Ware will be the second of 37 drivers to turn a lap against clock and set his position for Sunday’s race. The 267-lap race goes green at 3 p.m. with live coverage on FS1 and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.

“Once you strap into the racecar, all the other outside noise goes away,” Ware said. “You’ve got your spotter up top, you’re working with your crew chief, so it’s not a quiet place, but it’s my happy place, for sure. It’s where I feel the most comfortable and feel at home.”

About Rick Ware Racing:

Rick Ware has been a motorsports mainstay for more than 40 years. It began at age 6 when the third-generation racer began his driving career and has since spanned four wheels and two wheels on both asphalt and dirt. Competing in the SCCA Trans Am Series and other road-racing divisions led Ware to NASCAR in the early 1980s, where he finished third in his NASCAR debut – the 1983 Warner W. Hodgdon 300 NASCAR Grand American race at Riverside (Calif.) International Raceway. More than a decade later, injuries would force Ware out of the driver’s seat and into full-time team ownership. In 1995, Rick Ware Racing was formed, and with his wife Lisa by his side, Ware has since built his eponymous organization into an entity that competes full-time in the elite NASCAR Cup Series while simultaneously campaigning successful teams in the Top Fuel class of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, Progressive American Flat Track and FIM World Supercross Championship (WSX).

Young’s Motorsports Homestead-Miami Speedway March Team Preview

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Young’s Motorsports | NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series
Homestead-Miami (Fla.) Speedway | Baptist Health 200

Fast Facts

No. 02 Young’s Motorsports Team:
Driver: Nathan Byrd
Primary Partner(s): Sonesta International Hotels
Manufacturer: Chevrolet Silverado RST
2025 Driver Points Position: 31st
2025 Owner Points Position: 34th
Engine: Ilmor Racing Technologies

Notes of Interest:

● Welcome Back: The 2025 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series season is underway and Young’s Motorsports is proud to have rookie Nathan Byrd continuing to command the team’s flagship No. 02 Chevrolet Silverado RST for Friday night’s Baptist Health 200 at Homestead-Miami (Fla.) Speedway.

This tripleheader weekend will mark Byrd’s second NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series track debut at Homestead-Miami Speedway, the second traditional mile-and-a-half track of the 2025 season/

● About Nathan: Byrd, 24, began racing go-karts in 2018, just after graduating High School, and he entered his first car race in February 2020.

Since then, the Goodyear, Ariz. native has raced over 30 types of cars in 348 total races at 67 different race tracks, effectively becoming one of the most diverse and interesting race car drivers in the world.

Completing more than 300 races in the first four years of his career, Byrd is no stranger to piloting race cars.

In 2024, the Indianapolis, Ind. resident turned his attention to NASCAR. He successfully made his NASCAR Xfinity Series debut at Portland International Raceway and delivered a respectable 21st-place finish for DGM Racing.

In September, Byrd made his NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series debut at Kansas Speedway, earning a respectable 19th-place finish after starting 32nd.

● All-Aboard!: For the fourth of 25 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series races this season, Sonesta International Hotels will serve as the primary marketing partner on the No. 02 Chevrolet Silverado RST for the 134-lap race on Friday night.

Sonesta International Hotels is an American hotel company with an ever-growing portfolio of hotel brands in eight countries and three continents.

As the eighth largest hotel company in the world with 1100+ properties, they have a room or suite perfect for every individual and occasion.

● Nathan Byrd Truck Series Homestead-Miami Speedway Stats: Friday night’s Baptist Health 200 will mark Byrd’s second career Truck Series start at the popular 1.5-mile speedway nestled in the Sunshine State.

Last year, Byrd a track-best of 29th after starting 29th in the fall 2024 edition of the Baptist Health Cancer Care 200 for Young’s Motorsports.

The Baptist Health 200 continues the early start of the 2025 NASCAR Truck Series. For the fourth time this season, the Truck Series will be part of a tripleheader spectacular with the NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Cup Series.

The Truck Series set the tone for a massive weekend of racing in the heart of Miami with 134 laps at an incredibly fast and fun speedway.

The next afternoon, the Xfinity Series will have their opportunity for a nail-biting 200 laps to determine their winner in their edition of the Hard Rock Bet 300.

The NASCAR Cup Series will be the main event for the Straight Talk Wireless 400 on Sunday, March 23.

Homestead-Miami Speedway marks the fourth race of an expanded 2025 Truck Series campaign, which increases its season by two races from the 2024 calendar.

● Nathan Byrd Truck Series Career Stats: Entering Homestead, Byrd, since 2024, has six career Truck Series starts with an average finish of 27.5.

The popular driver made his Truck Series debut for the family-owned team at Kansas Speedway in September, finishing an impressive 19th. He returned to the team in October at Homestead-Miami (Fla.) Speedway before drawing the curtain on the 2024 season by participating in the year’s final race at Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway.

● Las Vegas Motor Speedway | Ecosave 200 Race Recap: In the third race of the 2025 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series season, Young’s Motorsports and rookie driver Nathan Byrd were focused on taking the checkered flag.

After qualifying his No. 02 Champion Health Inc. Chevrolet Silverado on speed in the 31st position, Byrd kept his truck clean and avoided any of the chaos throughout the lone trip to Sin City to earn a respectable and season-best 29th place finish at the checkered flag.

Young’s Motorsports’ NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series at Homestead-Miami Speedway: This weekend will mark Young’s Motorsports’ 20th and 21st NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series starts at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

The organization posted a team-best finish at the track of 10th in the 2017 edition of the Ford EcoBoost 200 on November 17, 2017, with 11-time winner Timothy Peters at the controls.

Since 2014, the Mooresville, N.C.-based Young’s Motorsports team has had an average starting position of 23.0 and an average finish of 23.1 in 19 Homestead-Miami Speedway starts overall.

● Young’s Motorsports’ NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series History: Since entering the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series in 2012, the Mooresville, N.C., – based organization has logged 512 starts from 70 drivers, resulting in solid performances that include two victories (Talladega Superspeedway 2019 and 2021), seven top-five finishes and 33 top-10 finishes, with an average starting position of 23.2 and an average finishing position of 22.2.

● Follow on Social Media: For more on Nathan Byrd, please visit byrdracing.com, like him on Facebook (Nathan Byrd), and follow him on Instagram (@nathanjbyrd) and X |Twitter (@nathanjbyrd).

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

Nathan Byrd Pre-Race Quotes:

On Homestead-Miami Speedway: I’m excited to finally return to a track I’ve run at before for the first time. I think continuing the momentum we built at Las Vegas will be essential to get another clean run and finish logged in the books.”

On Homestead-Miami Speedway Previous Experience: “I’m very much looking forward to building on the relative success I had last year at Miami. We had a weird issue with the right rear shock, limiting our performance in the last half of Stage 3 last year.

“However, we were still racing fairly competitively even during that! Not having to start from square one in my understanding of how to drive and race, the track is massive, so as long as the setup is there, I feel confident we can build on last year’s result!”

On Homestead-Miami Speedway Keys to Success: “Having a truck with strong handling and a good balance will be the primary key to success at Miami, as well as qualifying further forward to avoid going a lap down in Stage 1.

“If we can do that, then I feel confident we’ll have a great opportunity to learn to pitstop and race with the leaders, which will continue to progress my learning curve throughout the year.”

On Goals for Homestead-Miami Speedway: “I believe that if we managed a top 25 qualifying while racing for a top 20, it will be a big stamp on the team’s hard work and our ability to bounce back from a rough start to the season.”

No. 20 Young’s Motorsports Team:

Driver: Stefan Parsons

Primary Partner(s): Annett Bus Lines

Manufacturer: Chevrolet Silverado RST

Crew Chief: Rodney Rood

Engine: Ilmor Racing Technologies

Notes of Interest:

● Glad to Have You Back: This weekend at Homestead-Miami (Fla.) Speedway, Young’s Motorsports welcomes Cornelius, N.C.-native Stefan Parsons, as the driver of the No. 20 Chevrolet Silverado RST for the first time in 2025.

Parsons returns to the organization for the first time since Pocono (Pa.) Raceway in the summer of 2023. During that season, he made two starts for the Mooresville, N.C.-based team, including the Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway Dirt Track race in April.

Parsons will run a limited NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series schedule for Young’s Motorsports this season.

● About Stefan: Stefan Parsons, 26, is an American professional stock car racing driver. He currently competes part-time in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series and the NASCAR Xfinity Series.

Parsons is one of the most well-known drivers in the NASCAR community. When he isn’t racing, he is always the first driver to volunteer his time working for teams on the side.

Often praised for his mentality of “doing whatever it takes” to earn a spot in NASCAR’s top ranks, his hard work and endless efforts translate to value for the marketing partners he aligns himself with.

Parsons is also the son of television analyst and former NASCAR driver Phil Parsons and the nephew of former NASCAR Cup Series champion and Hall of Famer Benny Parsons.

● All Board: Annett Bus Lines will serve as the primary marketing partner of Parsons’ No. 20 Chevrolet Silverado RST for Friday night’s 134-lap race.

With nearly 50 years’ experience, Annett Bus Lines is known for it’s Quality, Safety and Reliability. We have over 30 motorcoaches positioned throughout Florida.

Our five full-service garages are located in Sebring, Jacksonville, Madison Ocala and Panama City.

We continually maintain the highest safety rating by both the DOD and DOT.

It’s our core values of Safety First, Serving Others, Exceeding Expectations and Enjoying the Journey that make Annett Simply the Best!

● Stefan Parsons Truck Series Homestead-Miami Speedway Track Stats: Friday night’s Baptist Health 200 will mark Parsons’ second Truck Series outing at the popular 1.5-mile speedway nestled in the Sunshine State.

Parsons earned a track-best of 26th after starting 29th in the fall 2022 edition of the Baptist Health Cancer Care 200 for Young’s Motorsports.

The Baptist Health 200 continues the early start of the 2025 NASCAR Truck Series. For the fourth time this season, the Truck Series will be part of a tripleheader spectacular with the NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Cup Series.

The Truck Series set the tone for a massive weekend of racing in the heart of Miami with 134 laps at an incredibly fast and fun speedway.

The next afternoon, the Xfinity Series will have their opportunity for a nail-biting 200 laps to determine their winner in their edition of the Hard Rock Bet 300.

The NASCAR Cup Series will be the main event for the Straight Talk Wireless 400 on Sunday, March 23.

Homestead-Miami Speedway marks the fourth race of an expanded 2025 Truck Series campaign, which increases its season by two races from the 2024 calendar.

● Stefan Parsons Truck Series Stats: From 2018 to 2024, Parsons has 22 starts in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series, highlighted by a career-best sixth-place finish at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway in February 2024, driving the No. 75 Chevrolet Silverado for Henderson Motorsports.

In addition to Henderson Motorsports, Parsons also made Truck Series starts for MAKE Motorsports, CMI Motorsports, Glory 2 God (G2G) Racing, Premium Motorsports, and this weekend for Young’s Motorsports.

● Calling the Shots: Industry veteran Rodney Rood will guide Parsons as crew chief of the No. 20 Chevrolet Silverado.

He will be crew chief for his first NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series race on Friday night.

● Young’s Motorsports’ NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series at Homestead-Miami Speedway: This weekend will mark Young’s Motorsports’ 20th and 21st NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series starts at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

The organization posted a team-best finish at the track of 10th in the 2017 edition of the Ford EcoBoost 200 on November 17, 2017, with 11-time winner Timothy Peters at the controls.

Since 2014, the Mooresville, N.C.-based Young’s Motorsports team has had an average starting position of 23.0 and an average finish of 23.1 in 19 Homestead-Miami Speedway starts overall.

● Young’s Motorsports’ NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series History: Since entering the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series in 2012, the Mooresville, N.C., – based organization has logged 512 starts from 70 drivers, resulting in solid performances that include two victories (Talladega Superspeedway 2019 and 2021), seven top-five finishes and 33 top-10 finishes, with an average starting position of 23.2 and an average finishing position of 22.2.

● Follow on Social Media: For more on Stefan Parsons, please visit stefanparsons.com, like him on Facebook (Stefan Parsons Racing) and follow him on Instagram (@stefan_parsons) and Twitter (@StefanParsons98).

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

Stefan Parsons Pre-Race Quote:

On Homestead-Miami Speedway: “Homestead is one of my favorite tracks on the schedule. I had a good run going the last time I raced there in Xfinity, I feel like it’s a track that suits my driving style.

“I’m pumped to have Annett Bus Lines, a Florida-based company, onboard our 20 Young’s Motorsports Chevrolet Silverado RST. I am looking forward to having a solid run representing them and Young’s Motorsports.”

Race Information:

The Baptist Health 200 (134 laps | 201 miles) is the third of 25 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series races on the 2025 schedule. 25-minute group practices will occur on Friday, March 21, 2025, from 3:35 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Qualifying will immediately follow, beginning at 4:40 p.m. The field will take the green flag later that night, shortly after 8:00 p.m., with live coverage on FOX Sports 1, the NASCAR Racing Network (Radio), and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90.

Young’s Motorsports | NASCAR Xfinity Series

Homestead-Miami (Fla.) Speedway | Hard Rock Bet 300

Fast Facts

No. 42 Young’s Motorsports Team:

Driver: Anthony Alfredo

Primary Partner(s): The Roth ID Tag™

Manufacturer: Chevrolet Camaro

Crew Chief: Andrew Abbott

2025 Driver Points Position: 25th

2025 Owner Points Position: 27th

Engine: Earnhardt-Childress Racing

Notes of Interest:

● Settling In: In January, Young’s Motorsports announced that NASCAR Xfinity Series veteran driver Anthony Alfredo would join the team full-time for its sophomore season behind the wheel of the team’s No. 42 Chevrolet Camaro for the entire 33-race season continuing with Saturday afternoon’s Hard Rock Bet 300 at Homestead-Miami (Fla.) Speedway.

2025 marks the sophomore season for the Young’s Motorsports team in NASCAR Xfinity Series competition after a healthy and competitive freshman season with rookie Leland Honeyman Jr. at the controls.

● About Anthony: A popular driver, Alfredo, a native of Ridgefield, Connecticut, joins Young’s Motorsports with an array of Motorsports experience, including starts in the NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series, respectively.

The 2025 season will mark Alfredo’s fourth full-time Xfinity Series campaign, and he joins the Mooresville, N.C.-based team after spending the 2024 season with Our Motorsports.

The 25-year-old finished the 2024 Xfinity season 15th in the championship driver standings, collecting an Xfinity Dash 4 Cash win at Dover (Del.) Motor Speedway and adding two more top-fives and seven top-10s to his impressive statistics in 123 career Xfinity Series starts.

● All-Aboard!: For the sixth of 33 Xfinity Series races this season, Young’s Motorsports welcomes

The Roth ID Tag™ as the primary marketing partner on the No. 42 Chevrolet Camaro for the 200-lap race this weekend.

The Roth ID Tag™ Identification System is an information tag that can be affixed to any car seat or product used by an infant, young child, or person under the care of a parent or guardian.

The tags can be used by any person, children or adults.

In the event of an emergency, the tag pulls from the car seat and becomes an emergency identification wristband.

The Roth ID Tag™ has identifying information for the child, three emergency contacts, and a line for additional information.

Additional information could include medical information, a child’s first language, or speech limitations.

● Anthony Alfredo Xfinity Series Homestead-Miami Speedway Stats: Saturday’s Hard Rock Bet 300 will mark Alfredo’s sixth career start at the popular 1.5-mile speedway nestled in the Sunshine State.

Alfredo earned a track-best of fourth after starting 21st in the fall 2020 edition of the Hooters 250 for Richard Childress Racing.

The Xfinity Series veteran driver will look to improve his overall Homestead-Miami Speedway average finish of 15.2.

Additionally, Alfredo has one NASCAR Cup Series start at Homestead-Miami Speedway with a best effort of 24th after starting 27th in the 2021 Dixie Vodka 400 driving for Front Row Motorsports.

With five down and 28 races to go, Alfredo and the Young’s Motorsports team look to punch their ticket toward the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoffs with a victory in the sixth race of the year.

The NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series will kick off NASCAR’s version of spring break with the Baptist Health 200 when Alfredo teammates Nathan Byrd and Stefan Parsons look for strong finishes under the lights.

The NASCAR Cup Series will follow the Xfinity Series rumble with their main event, the Straight Talk Wireless 400, on Sunday, March 23rd.

● Anthony Alfredo Xfinity Series Career Stats: Entering Homestead, Alfredo has 123 NASCAR Xfinity Series races to his credit, earning a career-best third-place finish twice, most recently at Talladega Superspeedway after starting 11th in the 2024 edition of the Ag-Pro 300 for Our Motorsports.

Since 2020, he has earned one pole, five top-five, and 22 top-10 finishes and has an average finish of 19.6.

● Las Vegas Motor Speedway | The LiUNA! NASCAR Xfinity Series Race Recap: The first of two trips to Sin City kicked off with the LiUNA! NASCAR Xfinity Series Race on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

The Young’s Motorsports team entered the weekend aiming to build on a solid showing in practice, where Anthony Alfredo clocked the 20th quickest lap among the 38-car field.

In qualifying, Alfredo delivered the 22nd fastest lap, setting up the team optimistically heading into the 200-lap race.

From the drop of the green flag, Alfredo showed early promise, flirting with the top-10 despite needing adjustments to improve the balance of his No. 42 DUDE Wipes Chevrolet.

Solid mid-race adjustments from crew chief Andrew Abbott kept Alfredo in contention. However, with Stage 3 running caution-free, Alfredo had to hustle for every position on track.

A quick and efficient pit stop by the Young’s Motorsports crew kept Alfredo in the mix, helping him secure a respectable 18th-place finish at the checkered flag — marking the team’s best finish of the 2025 season.

After five races, the team looks to carry this momentum forward and improve on their current average finish of 26.0 as the season progresses.

● Calling the Shots: Guiding Alfredo as crew chief of the No. 42 Young’s Motorsports Chevrolet Camaro is longtime crew chief Andrew Abbott.

On Saturday, he will be crew chief in his 136th NASCAR Xfinity Series race. In his previous 135 races, he has four top-five and 13 top-10 finishes.

The season’s sixth race will be his fifth tango at Homestead-Miami Speedway as crew chief in the NASCAR Xfinity Series.

● Young’s Motorsports’ NASCAR Xfinity Series at Homestead-Miami Speedway: This weekend will mark Young’s Motorsports’ second NASCAR Xfinity Series start at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

In the team’s lone Xfinity Series start in Southern Florida, the team earned an Xfinity track-best of 30th after starting 26th with rookie Leland Honeyman Jr. at the wheel in October 2024.

While the family-owned team has limited NASCAR Xfinity Series starts at Homestead, they do have an average starting position of 23.0 and an average finish of 23.1 in 19 Homestead-Miami Speedway starts overall.

● Young’s Motorsports’ NASCAR Xfinity Series History: Since entering the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2024, the family-owned organization has logged 38 starts and maintains an average starting position of 26.6 and an average finish of 23.8.

● Follow on Social Media: For more on Anthony Alfredo, please visit AnthonyAlfredo.com, like him on Facebook (Anthony Alfredo Racing), follow him on Instagram (@anthonyalfredo) and X | Twitter (@anthonyalfredo).

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

Anthony Alfredo Pre-Race Quotes:

On Homestead-Miami Speedway: “Homestead-Miami Speedway is one of my favorite race tracks because of the worn-out surface and the ability to make time running right up against the wall.

“It’s a really fun track and ripping the fence is one of my favorite things to do in a race car. I feel good about the weekend and have a shot to improve our run from Las Vegas.”

On Keys to Success at Homestead-Miami Speedway: “Racing with your right side as close to the outside wall as possible through the corners is the optimal line at Homestead-Miami Speedway because it gives you added side force and overall grip.

“This allows you to carry more speed through the corners as well as momentum down the straightaway to improve lap time. The car needs to be balanced right for you to execute this technique properly, but it’s definitely a driver’s track, and you can do a lot behind the wheel to be successful. “

On Goals for Homestead-Miami Speedway: “A top-15 finish would be good for our team this weekend after a solid top-20 finish at Las Vegas Motor Speedway last weekend.

“I’d love the opportunity to be aggressive on the tire strategy to allow us to score stage points or put ourselves upfront at the end of the race.”

On Building on Las Vegas Motor Speedway Finish: “We learned a lot at Las Vegas Motor Speedway that we can build on for all intermediate-style race tracks.

“We weren’t entirely satisfied with our speed, but we were content with putting a whole race together. We know what we need to improve on moving forward.”

On The 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series Season: “My goal this year with Young’s Motorsports is simple: to win a regular-season race and make the Playoffs.

“It’s certainly a tall order, but we can make it happen. We will build this program from the ground up and make that goal a reality.”

Race Information:

The Hard Rock Bet 300 (200 laps | 300 miles) is the sixth of thirty-three (33) NASCAR Xfinity Series races on the 2025 schedule. 25-minute group practices will occur on Fri., March 22, 2025, from 10:35 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Qualifying will immediately follow, beginning at 11:40 a.m. The field will take the green flag shortly after 4:00 p.m., with live coverage on The CW Network, the Motor Racing Network (Radio), and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90. All times are local (ET).

MixTape 80s and Neon Saddle to perform post-race concerts Friday and Saturday in busy BMS Fan Zone during Food City 500

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Neon Saddle will bring the entertainment on Saturday night at the post-race concert following the SciAps 300 at Bristol Motor Speedway. The concert will take place at the Food City Fan Zone Stage presented by Coke Zero Sugar.

MixTape 80s and Neon Saddle to perform post-race concerts in BMS Fan Zone on Friday and Saturday; Trackside Live takes the stage Sunday at noon before the green flag to the Food City 500

BRISTOL, Tenn. (March 20, 2025) – The place to be at Bristol Motor Speedway for race fans of all levels and ages during the Food City 500 weekend is the BMS Fan Zone. What some are calling the BMS FUNZone, the area offers race fans a one-stop-shop for a wide variety of entertainment activities. The BMS Fan Zone is open each day of the weekend at the following times: Friday, Noon; Saturday at 9 a.m.; and Sunday at 9 a.m.

Located at BMS Entrance 1 in the north lot near the It’s Bristol Baby! Monument, the location will house music, games, food, rides, exhibitions and interactive activities like Axe Throwing, racing simulators and inflatables. There are also team merchandise haulers with scheduled driver autograph sessions throughout the weekend and lots of informative sponsor activation areas.

A special area in the Fan Zone for this event will be dedicated to the MLB Speedway Classic and will offer information about the upcoming game at BMS between the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds on August 2, 2025, a look at the MLB World Series trophy and the beautifully-wrapped stock cars, one for the Braves and another for the Reds. Fans will be allowed to take selfies around the cars and trophy.

A fan-favorite attraction in the BMS Fan Zone is the Food City Fan Zone Stage presented by Coke Zero Sugar, which will be busy throughout the three-day event with a hefty lineup of driver and celebrity appearances, music, a pair of SCC auctions, plenty of prize giveaways and so much fun.

The stage will host two post-race concerts. The first, on Friday night following the WEATHER GUARD Truck Race, will feature the tribute band MixTape 80s performing during the second-annual BMS Glow Party, where attendees will receive brightly glowing necklaces and bracelets in a variety of colors to create a neon glow throughout the crowd. MixTape 80s, comprised of studio musicians who have played on award winning albums and toured the globe with many of the most recognizable artists on the planet, specializes in covering some of the best rock groups from the 1980s, including Journey, Bon Jovi, Van Halen, The Outfield, Tears for Fears, Dire Straits, Loverboy, Night Racer, Yes, .38 Special, and so many more. That concert is expected to begin at approximately 10 p.m. on Friday night.

On Saturday night following the SciAps 300 NASCAR Xfinity Series race, race fans are in for a real treat as Neon Saddle will take the stage to perform the post-race concert at approximately 9 p.m. The ultimate band and DJ experience, Neon Saddle features some of Nashville’s best country music artists decked out in stunning country costumes delivering a blend of electrifying performances with infectious energy that will keep fans on their feet throughout the night. Neon Saddle is a wild ride where the lights shine brightly and the party never stops.

On Sunday, the big show takes place before the racing. At noon, Trackside Live with Kenny Wallace, John Roberts and Jose Castillo will kick off the party by welcoming plenty of energy, comedy, high-jinx and guests to the Food City Fan Zone Stage presented by Coke Zero Sugar. Cup Series stars Chase Elliott, Austin Dillon and Austin Cindric are three of the drivers already scheduled to make appearances during the hour-long Trackside Live show.

Check out the following Food City Fan Zone Stage presented by Coke Zero Sugar weekend schedule to see when your favorite driver will be making an appearance (schedule subject to change).

FRIDAY, APRIL 11
11:30 a.m. Andres Perez
11:45 a.m. Richard Petty and PVA Announcement
Noon Chandler Smith
12:30 p.m. Ben Rhodes, Ty Majeski and Jake Garcia
12:45 p.m. Rajah Caruth
1 p.m. Matt Mills, Bayley Currey and Kaden Honeycutt
1:15 p.m. Dawson Sutton
2:45 p.m. Nick Sanchez

SATURDAY, APRIL 12
12:30 p.m. Tyler Reddick
1:30 p.m. SCC Live Auction
1:45 p.m. Daniel Dye
2:30 p.m. Matt DiBenedetto and Ryan Sieg
2:45 p.m. Christian Eckes
3 p.m. Dean Thompson
3:15 p.m. Ryan Ellis
3:30 p.m. Mark and Digger from Moonshiners
3:45 p.m. Justin Allgaier, Connor Zilisch, Carson Kvapil and Sammy Smith

SUNDAY, APRIL 13
10 a.m. Mark and Digger from Moonshiners
10:15 a.m. Corey LaJoie
10:30 a.m. Cole Custer
10:45 a.m. Ryan Preece
11 a.m. Chris Buescher
11:15 a.m. Noah Gragson
11:30 a.m. SCC Live Auction
Noon Trackside Live with Kenny Wallace, John Roberts and Jose Castillo
Noon Austin Dillon
12:30 p.m. Chase Elliott
12:45 p.m. Austin Cindric

The highly-anticipated weekend opens with the WEATHER GUARD Truck Race, a 250-lap race in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series under the lights on Friday, April 11 (7:30 p.m., FS1 and PRN Radio), and continues Saturday afternoon on April 12 with the SciAps 300 NASCAR Xfinity Series race (5 p.m., The CW, PRN Radio). Bush’s Beans Practice and Bush’s Beans Qualifying will be held for all three series both Friday and Saturday. The weekend culminates Sunday afternoon with the running of the historic Food City 500 NASCAR Cup Series race (April 13, 3 p.m., FS1 and PRN Radio).

Single-day tickets for the Food City 500 weekend start as low as $69 for Sunday’s Food City 500 and $46 for Saturday’s SciAps 300 Xfinity Series race. To purchase tickets, please visit www.bristolmotorspeedway.com or call the BMS ticket sales center at (866) 415-4158. You can also purchase tickets at your neighborhood Food City store until Wednesday, April 4.

About Bristol Motor Speedway
Forged amid the scenic mountains of Northeast Tennessee near the Virginia state line, Bristol Motor Speedway is The Last Great Colosseum, a versatile multi-use venue that hosts major auto races, football games, concerts and many other captivating events, including an upcoming Major League Baseball game. The facility features a 0.533-mile concrete oval race track with 28-degree corner banking and 650-feet straightaways that offers racing in several NASCAR touring series, highlighted by two major Cup Series weekends each year. In 2025, the venue will transform into a baseball stadium to host the MLB Speedway Classic featuring the Atlanta Braves vs. the Cincinnati Reds on Aug. 2nd. In 2020, the track also served as host of the prestigious NASCAR All-Star Race, and from 2021-2023 the track converted to a temporary dirt track each spring to take the Cup Series back to its racing roots. While at the track, fans are offered a unique viewing experience courtesy of Colossus TV, the world’s largest outdoor center-hung four-sided video screen with a 540,000-watt audio system. The adjacent quarter-mile dragstrip, Bristol Dragway, offers more than 50 events annually, including the marquee NHRA Super Grip Thunder Valley Nationals. The Thunder Valley Amphitheatre presented by Ballad Health transforms Bristol Dragway into a premier outdoor concert venue for the world’s greatest music performers. Three football games have kicked-off inside the oval, most notably the 2016 Pilot Flying J Battle at Bristol, where border rivals the University of Tennessee and Virginia Tech met before an NCAA-record crowd of 156,990. In existence since 1961, Bristol Motor Speedway was purchased in 1996 by Speedway Motorsports, a leading marketer and promoter of motorsports entertainment in the United States. For more information, please visit www.bristolmotorspeedway.com.

From Indianapolis to Darlington: Wood Brothers Pay Homage to Jim Clark’s 1965 Triumph

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Josh Berry to pilot throwback scheme celebrating the Wood Brothers’ pivotal role in Clark’s historic Indy 500 win

DEARBORN, Mich. (March 20, 2025) – Wood Brothers Racing and driver Josh Berry are set to honor a landmark moment in the team’s history with a special throwback paint scheme for the upcoming Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway, the Official Throwback Weekend of NASCAR. The No. 21 Motorcraft Ford Mustang will don a design inspired by Jim Clark’s iconic Ford-powered Lotus, which clinched victory at the 1965 Indianapolis 500—a win significantly bolstered by the Wood Brothers’ innovative pit stop strategies.

The tribute livery was unveiled today with a commemorative event at The Henry Ford in Dearborn, Michigan, where Clark’s original race-winning car is exhibited.

“This was a really fun project to work on with the team, from sorting all the details to making sure it properly reflected such an important moment in history,” said Jon Wood, president of Wood Brothers Racing. “It’s always special to run a throwback, but this one carries extra meaning because of the connection our family had to that Indy 500 win. Unveiling it at The Henry Ford, right next to the original car, made it even more special. Seeing the No. 21 in those colors is a great way to honor that history, and I think it’s something fans will really appreciate.”

That connection dates back to an unexpected conversation at Darlington Raceway, the very track where this tribute will take center stage. During a NASCAR race in the mid-1960s, Ford Motor Company racing official John Cowley approached Glenn Wood with a proposition that took him by surprise—assisting with pit stops for Clark and Team Lotus in the 1965 Indianapolis 500.

“When we were asked by Ford Motor Company to pit Jim Clark’s car for the Indy 500, it was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our family,” said Leonard Wood. “We were just a group of guys from Stuart, Virginia, working on stock cars, and suddenly, we were part of something that would become a unique part of our history. To see that same scheme now on our No. 21 Ford Mustang for Throwback Weekend at Darlington is really special. It brings back a lot of memories, and it’s a great way to honor that moment.”

Berry, in his first season driving for the Wood Brothers, has already added to the team’s storied legacy by recently capturing his first career NASCAR Cup Series victory at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, which also marked the Wood Brothers’ 101st win.

“The Wood Brothers have such a rich history in racing, and their role in the 1965 Indy 500 is one of those stories that really stands out,” said Berry. “Getting to drive a throwback that represents such a unique moment for the team is really special. The scheme looks amazing, and I can’t wait to hit the track at Darlington with it.”

The 2025 NASCAR Throwback Weekend at Darlington Raceway takes place April 5-6, with the Goodyear 400 scheduled for Sunday, April 6, at 3 p.m. ET on FS1.

About Motorcraft®
Motorcraft offers a complete line of replacement parts that are recommended by Ford Motor Company. From routine maintenance to under hood repairs, Motorcraft parts offer value with high quality and the right fit at competitive prices. Motorcraft parts are available nationwide at Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers, independent distributors and automotive-parts retailers, and are backed by the Service Parts Limited Warranty* of Ford Motor Company. For more information, visit www.motorcraft.com.
*See your dealer for limited-warranty details.

About Quick Lane® Tire & Auto Center
Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center offers extraordinary service for routine maintenance, serving all vehicle makes and models. Quick Lane provides a full menu of automotive services, including tires, oil change and maintenance, brakes, batteries, alternator and electrical system, air conditioning system, cooling system, transmission service, suspension and steering, wheel alignment, belts and hoses, lamps and bulbs and wiper blades plus a thorough vehicle checkup report. Service is performed by expert technicians while you wait at any of nearly 800 locations in the U.S., with evening and weekend hours available and no appointment necessary. For more information about Quick Lane, please visit www.quicklane.com.
*See your dealer for limited-warranty details.”

About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships with customers to enrich experiences for customers and deepen their loyalty. Ford develops and delivers innovative, must-have Ford trucks, sport utility vehicles, commercial vans and cars and Lincoln luxury vehicles, along with connected services. The company does that through three customer-centered business segments: Ford Blue, engineering iconic gas-powered and hybrid vehicles; Ford Model e, inventing breakthrough EVs along with embedded software that defines exceptional digital experiences for all customers; and Ford Pro, helping commercial customers transform and expand their businesses with vehicles and services tailored to their needs. Additionally, Ford is pursuing mobility solutions through Ford Next, and provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. Ford employs about 177,000 people worldwide. More information about the company and its products and services is available at corporate.ford.com.

About Ford Performance
Ford Performance is based in Dearborn, Mich. It is responsible for Ford’s performance vehicle development and major racing operations globally, including NASCAR, IMSA, SRO British GT, FIA World Rally Championship, Supercars Championship, World of Outlaws, Ultra4, SCORE-International, FIA Rally-Raid, Formula Drift, NHRA, Rebelle Rally, Thailand Super Series and our latest commitment in Formula 1 with RedBull Ford Powertrains. Ford Performance also maintains a constantly evolving fleet of electric performance demonstrators to showcase the limits of electrification technology. In addition, the organization also oversees the development of Ford’s racing engines, as well as the outreach programs with all Ford Clubs and Ford enthusiasts. For more information regarding Ford racing’s activities, please visit Performance.Ford.com or follow @FordPerformance on Facebook, Instagram, X, Threads, TikTok and YouTube.

About Wood Brothers Racing
Founded in 1950 by Hall of Famer Glenn Wood in Stuart, Virginia, Wood Brothers Racing holds a special place in NASCAR history as the sport’s longest-running team. Over eight decades, the team has earned 100 victories in the NASCAR Cup Series, along with 120 poles, and remains proud of its longstanding relationship with Ford Motor Company, fielding only Ford products since its inception. Glenn’s brother, Leonard Wood, played a key role in shaping modern racing by developing the techniques behind today’s pit stops. With a rich legacy rooted in innovation and tradition, Wood Brothers Racing continues to honor its heritage while adapting for the future as it competes in NASCAR’s premier series with Josh Berry.

EXIT PLANNING INSTITUTE LAUNCHES DRIVEVALUE.COM WITH LEGACY MOTOR CLUB

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CLEVELAND, OH / STATESVILLE, NC (March 20, 2025) – The Exit Planning InstituteÒ (EPI) is excited to announce the launch of DriveValue.com, an innovative educational platform designed to help business owners accelerate the value of their companies. This initiative kicks off at a high-profile event with LEGACY MOTOR CLUB™, marking a strategic entry into the world of motorsports sponsorship to engage business owners on a national scale.

DriveValue.com serves as a comprehensive resource for business owners—whether current leaders or next-generation successors—offering both online and in-person educational materials on the Value Acceleration Methodology™. This methodology empowers entrepreneurs to increase their company’s value, align business, personal, and financial goals, and successfully execute an exit strategy when the time comes. It is also the core philosophy behind the Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®) credential offered by EPI.

“Every business owner will eventually exit their company, and our goal with DriveValue.com is to ensure they do so on their own terms,” said Scott Snider, President of Exit Planning Institute. “We want to change the way we do business in America, shifting focus from year-over-year income to long-term value creation that builds significant companies for generations of owners and employees.”

To expand awareness of DriveValue.com, EPI has teamed up with LEGACY MOTOR CLUB, the NASCAR team co-owned by Jimmie Johnson along with Knighthead Capital Management, LLC. With NASCAR’s vast reach to business owners worldwide, this sponsorship serves as a unique opportunity to introduce DriveValue.com to its core audience. The DriveValue.com-branded No. 42 Toyota Camry XSE, driven by John Hunter Nemechek, will make its debut at the Nashville Superspeedway in 2025.

“I’m excited to represent DriveValue.com in the NASCAR Cup Series race at Nashville. I’ve had the pleasure to get to know everyone on the team – they’re very passionate about what they do and NASCAR,” says Nemechek. “It means a lot to have their support on our No. 42 LEGACY MOTOR CLUB Toyota Camry. I can’t wait to unveil our paint scheme at the launch party and hit the track later this year under the Nashville lights.”

The DriveValue.com paint scheme of the No. 42 unveiled during the Cleveland launch party on March 19 along with a Q&A and autograph session with Nemechek for attendees.

Other upcoming key events include Drive Value Week (May 26-June 1); Launch of the EPI Nashville Chapter and release of the 2025 State of Owner Readiness Survey™; May 31: “Trackside Education” – a live mini-series of educational events at Nashville Superspeedway followed by on track action of the DriveValue.com No. 42 car competing in the NASCAR Cup Series race at Nashville Superspeedway in Smyrna, Tenn.

DriveValue.com is built to serve privately held businesses with revenues ranging from $1 million to $150 million, as well as the internal teams that influence these companies, including executive teams and family members. Through its educational content, courses, and events, DriveValue.com aims to help business owners and key stakeholders maximize business value, grow wealth, and align business, personal, and financial goals.

For more information, visit DriveValue.com.

ABOUT LEGACY MOTOR CLUB: (LEGACY MC) is a premier auto racing organization co-owned by seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and 2024 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee, Jimmie Johnson and Knighthead Capital Management, LLC. Drawing from a rich tradition of success, LEGACY MC is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of motorsport and setting new standards of excellence. The CLUB competes under the Toyota Gazoo Racing banner in the NASCAR Cup Series with the No. 43 Toyota Camry XSE piloted by Erik Jones and the No. 42 Toyota Camry XSE driven by John Hunter Nemechek. Johnson also races on a limited basis in the No. 84 Toyota Camry XSE. With NASCAR legend and Hall of Famer Richard Petty, “The King”, serving as CLUB Ambassador, LEGACY MC blends timeless racing traditions with a new forward-thinking vision. As an inclusive community for motorsport enthusiasts, LEGACY MC honors both its storied past and the promising future of its members, always striving for victory and championship glory at the pinnacle of NASCAR competition.

Liability in a Georgia Speeding Accident: Who’s Responsible for Covering Your Damages?

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Almost every driver is guilty of speeding at least once in their lives. Maybe you didn’t notice the decrease in the speed limit or simply love going fast. Whatever the reason you’re pressing down on the gas pedal, speeding can be dangerous. 

Going above the speed limit can result in an accident that can cause significant injuries and vehicle damage. Even though the driver going over the speed limit may seem like the obvious at-fault party, this isn’t always the case. Recovering compensation in a GA speeding accident can be complicated, especially if fault comes into question.

Who’s Liable in a Speeding Accident?

Speeding is illegal regardless of which state you call home. If you’re caught speeding by law enforcement, you’re probably looking at a hefty traffic fine. 

You may even end up with points being added to your driver’s license and this can result in higher auto insurance rates. Receive too many speeding tickets and your insurance carrier may even drop your coverage. Your speeding tickets can signal to the insurance companies that you’re an at-risk driver.

You may think since speeding is illegal this simplifies determining liability and sometimes this applies. However, Georgia is a comparative negligence state and this means more than one individual can be responsible for an accident, even if the other driver is speeding. For example, you make an illegal turn and are hit by a speeding vehicle. In this scenario, both drivers may be at fault.

How Does Comparative Negligence Work?

Like several other states. Georgia follows comparative negligence rules. Fault is assigned to all parties responsible for causing an accident. You can assume up to 50% of the blame before you’re prohibited from filing a personal injury claim against the other driver’s insurance provider.

Who assesses fault in a speed-related car crash? Usually, the responding authorities investigate the accident scene and assign blame. The insurance adjuster can also assign blame. If you don’t agree with your percentage of fault, you can file an appeal. From there, both sides present their evidence to a judge or jury and the court can decide to decrease your percentage of blame or keep it the same.

Filing an Injury Claim in a Georgia Speeding Accident

Okay, you know if you’re being assigned any percentage of fault for the accident. If you’re partially to blame, you’ve decided on whether or not you want to file an appeal. Now it’s time to start working on your accident claim and there are a couple of steps you should follow.

Contact The Insurance Provider

Georgia is an at-fault insurance state. So, there’s a good chance you’re not going to involve your insurance carrier. This usually means you can scratch worrying about higher monthly premiums off your list. Instead, you’re reaching out to the at-fault party’s insurance provider. This is also when things can get a little tricky. You really need to be careful what you say to the insurance adjuster.

All you’re doing is letting the insurance company know you’re getting ready to file an accident claim. Be ready to field a lot of questions. You don’t want to provide definitive answers but you should give the insurance adjuster the basics. 

Let them know when and where the speeding accident occurred. However, don’t go into specifics. The insurance company will use just about anything you say to try to reduce the value of your accident claim. If you’re not ready to take on the insurance company, let your Georgia speeding accident attorney handle this detail.

Gather Evidence

After getting in touch with the insurance provider, you’re going to need evidence to support your claim. Most accident claims don’t go anywhere unless you can provide plenty of evidence. Georgia also follows comparative negligence insurance rules. Yep, comparative negligence may reduce the value of your claim. This is something to keep in mind.

What type of evidence does the insurance company look for? Essentially, you need evidence to support every damage listed on your claim. This includes picking up a copy of your accident report and saving all paperwork relating to your injuries and property damage. If you’re claiming lost income, you’re going to need your past pay stubs, tax records, and possibly even a letter from your employer.

Additional Evidence

You may need to present additional evidence, especially if you’re partially at fault for causing the accident. This can help ensure you’re not assessed more than your fair share of the blame.

Get contact information from any witnesses. Their statements can help support your version of events. A quick tip is to keep the conversation brief. Don’t go into detail about the accident. The insurance adjuster is also going to interview the witnesses and you don’t want your statements used to try and reduce the value of your accident claim. 

Look for any surveillance cameras in the area. Chances are there’s at least one or two. Almost every home and business uses some type of security camera system to help protect their property. The footage can be invaluable evidence that helps support your claim. Don’t forget about any traffic cameras. Your personal injury attorney can subpoena the footage.

Seek Medical Treatment

Not all speeding-related car accidents result in obvious injuries. However, if you’re walking around after the accident don’t presume you’re not injured. Some injuries like soft tissue ones can take a while to display noticeable signs and symptoms.

Being proactive about your health should be a priority. Besides, you’re going to need the medical documentation for your personal injury claim.

Discuss Your Speeding Accident Claim with a Georgia Collision Attorney

You may think you have every aspect of filing an accident claim under control. This may be true, at least as far as filing a claim with your PIP provider. However, the process gets a little more complicated when you file a claim against the other driver’s insurance carrier. 

To help ensure you can receive maximum compensation for your speeding-related accident, it’s a good idea to partner with an experienced personal injury attorney. 

PRO STOCK’S DALLAS GLENN LOOKS FOR FIRST PHOENIX WIN THIS WEEKEND AFTER SUCCESS IN GAINESVILLE

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PHOENIX (March 20, 2025) – As the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series heads to Firebird Motorsports Park, Pro Stock standout Dallas Glenn looks to continue his early 2025 momentum at the 40th annual NHRA Arizona Nationals.

Glenn opened the 2025 season with a win at the AMALIE Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals in Gainesville in his RAD Torque Systems Chevrolet Camaro. After coming up just short in last year’s winner-take-all final round at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals in Pomona to teammate and now six-time champion Greg Anderson, Glenn earned the first race win of the season to start the 2025 campaign.

It was the first time in their five final round meetings where Glenn won over the winningest Pro Stock driver in NHRA history, which could also bode well for this season.

“Now that I’ve got that ‘never beating Greg in a final’ monkey off my back, the plan is to stay the course going into this weekend in Phoenix,” Glenn said. “I think my car is a top-tier race car and now I just have to match that ability behind the wheel and get after it this weekend.”

Last season in Phoenix, Shawn Langdon (Top Fuel), Austin Prock (Funny Car) and Anderson (Pro Stock) all claimed wins at Firebird Motorsports Park. This season’s race will again be broadcast on FS1, including eliminations coverage at 6:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, March 23.

“With the Gainesville win momentum on my side, I’m ready to seal the deal in Phoenix after finishing as runner-up there last year to Greg,” Glenn said. “I spent all winter long thinking about that .002 at the Finals that decided the championship between Greg and myself. I’ve gone over the run so many times, so I went into Gainesville with a pretty clear goal in mind and the same goal remains for Phoenix.”

Along with the NHRA Arizona Nationals, Glenn has his sights set on the first Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge of the season on Saturday. Throughout 2024, Glenn won three Challenges, awarding him bonus cash and bonus championship points. His Gainesville win slots him into this weekend’s bonus race where he’ll rematch with Cory Reed. The other side of the ladder will see Anderson taking on five-time champion Jeg Coughlin.

“The Mission Challenge is a lot of fun for us racers,” said Glenn. “My goal last year was to be in every one of them and I was except one. I have the same goal for this year. My mindset going into the first Mission Challenge of the season is to show up there like it’s raceday and not take anyone lightly. The other three drivers are some of the best behind the wheel and I need to keep my focus.”

In the Top Fuel ranks, Langdon finished runner-up in Gainesville to reigning world champion Antron Brown. If Langdon wants to back up his Phoenix win, he’ll not only need to contest with Brown but also former champs Doug Kalitta and Brittany Force, standouts Clay Millican and Jasmine Salinas, as well as 2024 Rookie of the Year and motorsports legend Tony Stewart.

Prock earned his first Funny Car win in Phoenix last season to kick off his year of dominance in the highly competitive class. He won eight events to earn his first NHRA world championship. Others to watch in the class will be multi-time champions Matt Hagan and Ron Capps, as well as Jack Beckman, Bob Tasca, Alexis DeJoria, Daniel Wilkerson and Gainesville winner Chad Green.

The NHRA Arizona Nationals also features thrilling competition in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series and the Legends Nitro Series. Fans can also expect excitement from Team “Muy Caliente” and Curt White “Iceman” in their Jet Cars.

Fans will also be invited to the Nitro Alley Stage, which is the main entertainment hub in the pits. The stage hosts Nitro School, meet and greets, autograph sessions, music and much more. Race fans at Firebird Motorsports Park can enjoy the special pre-race ceremonies that introduce each driver and includes the fan favorite SealMaster Track Walk. The final thrilling experience of any NHRA event is the winner’s circle celebration on Sunday, where fans are invited to congratulate the event winners.

As always, fans get a pit pass to the most powerful and sensory-filled motorsports attraction on the planet. Fans can see their favorite teams in action and servicing their cars, get autographs from their favorite drivers and more. They can also visit NHRA’s Manufacturers Midway, where sponsors and vendors create an exciting atmosphere of interactive displays, merchandise, food and fun.

NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying features two rounds at 2 and 4:30 p.m. PT on Friday, March 21, and the final two rounds on Saturday, March 22 at 11:30 a.m. and 2:15 p.m. The finals of the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge take place at the end of final qualifying in each category. Final eliminations are scheduled for 11 a.m. PT on Sunday, March 23. Television coverage includes qualifying action on FS1 at 8 p.m. ET. on Friday and 12 p.m. on Sunday, leading into eliminations at 6:30 p.m. ET.

To purchase tickets to the NHRA Arizona Nationals, fans can visit www.NHRA.com/tickets. Children 12 and under are free in general admission areas with the purchase of an adult ticket. For more information on NHRA, please visit www.NHRA.com.

About Mission Foods

MISSION®, owned by GRUMA, S.A.B. de C.V., is the world’s leading brand for tortillas and wraps. MISSION® is also globally renowned for flatbreads, dips, salsas and Mexican food products. With presence in over 112 countries, MISSION® products are suited to the lifestyles and the local tastes of each country. With innovation and customer needs in mind, MISSION® focuses on the highest quality, authentic flavors, and providing healthy options that families and friends can enjoy together. For more information, please visit https://www.missionfoods.com/

About NHRA

NHRA is the primary sanctioning body for the sport of drag racing in the United States. NHRA presents 20 national events featuring the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series and NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, as well as the Congruity NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series, NHRA Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown™, NHRA Holley EFI Factory X and Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage NHRA Mountain Motor Pro Stock at select national events. NHRA provides competition opportunities for drivers of all levels in the NHRA Summit Racing Series and NHRA Street Legal™. NHRA also offers the NHRA Jr. Street® program for teens and the Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League® for youth ages 5 to 17. With more than 100 Member Tracks, NHRA allows racers to compete at a variety of locations nationally and internationally. NHRA’s Youth and Education Services® (YES) Program reaches over 30,000 students annually to ignite their interest in automotive and racing related careers. NHRA’s streaming service, NHRA.tv®, allows fans to view all NHRA national events as well as exclusive features of the sport. In addition, NHRA owns and operates three racing facilities: Gainesville Raceway in Florida; Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park; and In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip in Southern California. For more information, log on to www.NHRA.com, or visit the official NHRA pages on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

New Partnership with WeatherTech: Louis-Philippe Dumoulin Returns to NASCAR Canada for the 2025 to 2027 Seasons!

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Trois-Rivières (Quebec), March 20, 2025.– Three-time NASCAR Canada series champion Louis-Philippe Dumoulin has been supported by WeatherTech Canada for 13 years in his pursuit of victories and titles in the Canadian NASCAR series. This partnership will continue for the driver with 11 wins and 82 Top 5 finishes in NASCAR Canada, as WeatherTech and the Dumoulin Competition team confirmed today the renewal of their agreement for three additional seasons with the #47 WeatherTech Canada | Groupe Bellemare | Omnifab car.

For Louis-Philippe Dumoulin, this confirms his ongoing commitment to the series, with new victories as the objective: “This is huge for me as a driver and for the entire Dumoulin Competition team to have signed a three-year extension with WeatherTech, allowing us to continue in NASCAR Canada. I’m at a stage in my career where the cooperation of such a partner is extremely important, enabling us to work with confidence and aim for the best possible results.” The new partnership will cover the 2025, 2026, and 2027 seasons. “The leadership at WeatherTech knows how hard we work at Dumoulin Competition to represent them on the track and with the fans in a series that continues to grow. Our passion is stronger than ever, and our desire to represent WeatherTech with excellence remains intact after 13 years,” he added.

Over the past 13 years, the driver of the #47 WeatherTech Canada | Groupe Bellemare | Omnifab car has experienced every emotion. From major victories and three championships to his induction into the Canadian Motorsports Hall of Fame (2021), and through more difficult moments. “We’ve shared so much under these colors; it’s magical! Seeing WeatherTech still by our side is proof of our hard work and our shared commitment to excellence. It’s a win-win partnership. We’re going to give it our all this season to secure more victories, and why not a fourth championship title?” said Louis-Philippe Dumoulin.

The 2025 NASCAR Canada season will kick off at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park on May 18. The schedule includes 12 races, featuring the always-popular Grand Prix de Trois-Rivières (August 10), events on Quebec ovals in Vallée-Jonction (May 31) and Montmagny (September 21), and the road course at Complexe ICAR (August 23). The series will also head to Ontario, the Maritimes, and Western Canada, with races in Edmonton and Saskatoon during the summer.

“Over the last 13 seasons, we’ve joined LP in celebrating victories, persevering through challenges, and achieving historic success. From winning three championship titles and earning a spot in the Canadian Motorsports Hall of Fame, to having the WeatherTech #47 showcased in the NASCAR Hall of Fame, we are truly proud of everything he’s accomplished throughout our partnership. LP demonstrates the perfect balance of grace and ferocity on track, while exhibiting true sportsmanship and humility off track. This demeanor combined with his commitment to excellence is something we value at WeatherTech, and we look forward to another three years as LP and Dumoulin Competition continue to elevate Canadian motorsports” said Joe Magri and Tony Page, co-owners of WeatherTech Canada.

“I’m really looking forward to the start of the season, with WeatherTech as a major partner, along with Omnifab, Groupe Bellemare, and our other supporters. I want to thank them all because, without them, we wouldn’t be able to compete and aim for victory again this year in NASCAR Canada,” concludes Louis-Philippe Dumoulin.

ABOUT PARTNERS

WeatherTech is committed to designing, engineering and manufacturing the finest products possible for your vehicle, home and your pet. From the industry leading FloorLiner to the 100% non-toxic Pet Feeding System, WeatherTech has dedicated itself to exceed customer expectations of quality, craftsmanship and environmental sustainability for over 30 years. To see the full line of automotive, home and pet products that are guaranteed for life, visit weathertech.ca

Groupe Bellemare is a 3rd generation family business that has been serving clients since 1959. Today, the company has more than 500 employees and provides them with an innovative work environment facilitating work-family balance and a healthy and safe quality of life. With over a half century of experience and its sustained R&D efforts, the Company offers high-quality products and services in areas as diverse as concrete, abrasives and minerals, dimensional load transportation, and recycling. Groupe Bellemare is also very involved in its industry and attaches great importance to its social and environmental role as a member of the business community. Groupe Bellemare makes a positive contribution to the quality of life of citizens in the communities it serves by supporting numerous social causes and promoting local purchasing through its responsible procurement practices. For more information, visit groupebellemare.com

Omnifab has joined Dumoulin Compétition in June 2023. In less than twenty years, Omnifab has made its place in the mechanical manufacturing industry in Quebec. They have earned this place by offering a unique turnkey solution to large companies and SMEs that want to modernize their production line or have their industrial equipment repaired. No matter your industry, you can count on Omnifab team to manufacture custom industrial machinery or solve your mechanical problems with great precision, in a timely manner and with quality components, as pledged. Visit omnifab.ca for more information.

Rousseau Metal has been manufacturing high-quality products for 70 years. Over the years the company become known as a leader in storage solutions. The quality, durability and reliability of their products have earned them a reputation as being among the best in the industry. Over the years, the quality of Rousseau products and excellence of the company’s business practices have been recognized through various certifications and membership in industrial and automotive organizations. To learn more about the company and its products, visit rousseau.com

Dumoulin Competition

Jean-François and Louis-Philippe Dumoulin founded the Dumoulin Competition Race Team in 2009. Working with financial, marketing, logistics and sports management experts, they built up a solid business structure. Dumoulin Competition prepares its own race cars in-house since 2016. Their motto: “Passion – Performance – Partnerships” expresses their will to perform on the track and offer their partners maximum visibility and profitability in return for their commitment. Their vision: To become Canada’s leader in motorsports through on-track performance, an entrepreneurial spirit and human values. dumoulincompetition.com

NASCAR at Homestead-Miami, Schedule & Highlights

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NASCAR travels to Homestead-Miami Speedway this weekend for a full schedule of competition.

The Craftsman Truck Series Baptist Health 200 will headline Friday evening’s activities, followed by the Xfinity Series Hard Rock Bet 300 race on Saturday. The Cup Series takes center stage Sunday afternoon with the Straight Talk Wireless 400.

This will be the first spring race at the track since 2021. The three most recent races at Homestead-Miami were held in October.
NASCAR Press Pass will be available throughout the weekend.

Cup Series – Driver Wins at Homestead-Miami

There have been 18 different race-winners at Homestead. This weekend seven of those drivers will participate in Sunday’s Cup Series event. Denny Hamlin leads the series with three wins, followed by Kyle Busch with two victories at the 1.5-mile asphalt oval.

Five active drivers have one win:
Tyler Reddick – 2024
Christopher Bell – 2023
Kyle Larson – 2022
William Byron – 2021
Joey Logano – 2018

NASCAR Cup Series – Notes at Homestead-Miami

The last nine Cup Series races at Homestead-Miami Speedway have been won by nine different drivers.

Hendrick Motorsports (HMS) drivers have been dominant at the track with 54% laps led since the advent of the Next Gen car.
HMS driver, Kyle Larson, leads all Cup Series drivers with 626 laps led at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

in three of the last six 1.5-mile races, the pass for the win came in the final six laps and two of those were last lap passes.

NASCAR Xfinity Series – Notes at Homestead-Miami

Richard Childress Racing is hoping to reach a milestone this weekend and achieve their 100th Xfinity Series win.
A 100th victory would place them in elite company as only two other teams have won at least 100 Xfinity races. Joe Gibbs Racing has 215 wins followed by Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing with 138.

Notably, the last four Homestead-Miami Xfinity Series races were won by Chevrolet teams.
Homestead-Miami Speedway is the first race in the Dash 4 Cash challenge. The eligible drivers include Justin Allgaier, Austin Hill, Jesse Love and Sam Mayer.

NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series – Notes at Homestead-Miami

This weekend’s race will mark the 29th time the Truck Series has competed at Homestead-Miami Speedway. The first race was in 1996.

There have been 10 different winners in the last 10 races at Homestead-Miami. Grant Enfinger is the returning race winner and will be making his 200th start in the series this weekend.

This weekend’s race will mark the 29th time the Truck Series has competed at Homestead-Miami Speedway. The first race was in 1996 and was won by Dave Rezendes. There have been 10 different winners in the last 10 races at Homestead-Miami.

Kyle Larson will compete in all three NASCAR races this weekend at Miami for the third time. He has three Truck Series wins in 15 starts with previous wins at Homestead-Miami in the Xfinity Series and Cup Series.

The Craftsman Triple Truck Challenge starts next week at Martinsville Speedway.

All times are Eastern.

Friday, March 21

3:35 p.m.: Truck Series Practice (2 Groups, 25 minutes each group)
5-minute break between groups
FS2

4:40 p.m.: Truck Series Qualifying (Impound)
All Entries: Single Vehicle/1 Lap
FS2

8 p.m.: Truck Series Baptist Health 200
Stages end on laps 30/60/134 (201 miles)
Purse: $782,900
FOX/MRN/SiriusXM

Saturday, March 22

10:30 a.m.: Xfinity Series Practice/Timed/CW App
Group 1 – 25 Minutes/5 minute break
Group 2 – 25 Minutes
11:35 a.m.: Xfinity Series Qualifying (impound) CW App
All Entries: Single Vehicle/1 Lap

1:05 p.m.: Cup Series Practice – Prime
Group 1 – 25 Minutes/10 minute break
Group 2 – 25 minutes
2:10 p.m.: Cup Series Qualifying (Impound) Prime
All Entries: Single Vehicle/1 Lap

4 p.m.: Xfinity Series Hard Rock Bet 300
Stages end on laps 45/90/200 (300 miles)
Purse: $1,651,939
CW/MRN/SiriusXM

Sunday, March 23

3 p.m.: Cup Series Straight Talk Wireless 400
Stages end on laps 80/165/267 (400.5 miles)
Purse: $11,055,250
FS1/Max/MRN/SiriusXM

CHEVROLET IN NTT INDYCAR SERIES: Team Chevy Thermal Club Media Advance

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CHEVROLET IN NTT INDYCAR SERIES
THE THERMAL CLUB INDYCAR GRAND PRIX
THE THERMAL CLUB
THERMAL, CALIFORNIA
TEAM CHEVY RACE ADVANCE
MARCH 21-23, 2025

TEAM CHEVY SET TO TAKE ON THE THERMAL CLUB IN THE NTT INDYCAR SERIES’ SECOND ROUND OF THE 2025 SEASON

  • The second event of the 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season takes Chevrolet-powered teams and drivers west to The Thermal Club for the first points-paying event at the 3.067-mile track.
  • The Team Chevy drivers and teams of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES have grown familiar to the Southern California facility, first testing there in 2023 and holding the $1 Million Challenge exhibition event in 2024.
  • Chevrolet is looking to be the first manufacturer to score the NTT P1 Pole Award and win in a points-paying competition at The Thermal Club.
  • Overall, Team Chevy has amassed 122 wins and 136 earned NTT P1 Pole Awards in the V6 era of the Series since 2012, in addition to 337 podium finishes.

DETROIT (March 20, 2025) – The Team Chevy drivers and teams head west to The Thermal Club for the second round of the 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season for the first points-paying event at the 3.067-mile raceway.

Competing on the Twin Palms layout, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES first tested at the track in 2023, competing last year in the $1 Million Challenge exhibition event. Featuring a set of highly demanding 17 turns, tight corners, long straightaways, and elevation changes, the technical track features a significant challenge for competitors.

“The Thermal Club will be a challenge for the second round of the 2025 season,” said Rob Buckner, Chevrolet INDYCAR Program Manager. “After a solid test earlier this month at Barber, our Chevrolet-powered drivers have a solid foundation to adapt to the natural road course after coming off the Streets of St. Petersburg. The Thermal Club provides a technical challenge to our drivers and teams that sets the stage for a competitive race. We’re looking forward to the weekend.”

The Thermal Club INDYCAR Grand Prix first kicks off with Practice 1 on Friday, March 21 at 6:30 p.m. ET on FOX Sports 1 (FS1). Saturday sees Practice 2 at 1 p.m. ET, with qualifying and the Firestone Fast Six at 5 p.m. ET, both on FS1. Sunday’s race day opens then with a warm-up session on FS1 at 11 a.m. ET. The 65-lap, 199.36-mile main event takes the green flag live with new NTT INDYCAR SERIES partner FOX on Sunday live at 3 p.m. ET. All practice and qualifying sessions broadcast with INDYCAR Radio and SiriusXM Channel 218.

WHAT THEY’RE SAYING:

David Malukas, No. 4 AJ Foyt Racing Chevrolet:

“Very excited to get going again after a short break from St. Pete! We were able to spend some time looking through the data we collected to better the car and myself heading into Thermal. From my injury last year, I was never able to race Thermal so this will be a first for me. Lots of new things to look forward to and can’t wait to see what gains we have made!”

Santino Ferrucci, No. 14 AJ Foyt Racing Chevrolet:

“I’m excited to get back in the cockpit and looking forward to using the Chevy power on this high-speed road course.”

Pato O’Ward, No. 5 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet:

“It’s going to be cool going back to Thermal for the first-ever points race at this track. It’s a unique and, honestly, fun place to drive, so I’m looking forward to racing there. We learned a lot from testing there the last two years, so hopefully we should be competitive this weekend. I think we’ve got to nail qualifying to have a shot, but I’m confident that we’ve put together a package that will put us near the front.”

Nolan Siegel, No. 6 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet:

“Looking back, St. Pete showed the pace that we have in the No. 6 NTT DATA Arrow McLaren Chevrolet, which is really encouraging heading into Thermal this weekend. The car was strong and we were qualified well, but obviously we didn’t get to make it out of the first lap. I’m looking forward to converting that speed we had into points this weekend. We feel good about our package, so I’m excited to get back out there and fight for a solid result.”

Christian Lundgaard, No. 7 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet:

“We had a solid start to the season, but as a team, we’re always pushing for me. I think last week’s test at Barber was another good step for us as we keep working to find the right balance in the No. 7 VELO Arrow McLaren Chevrolet. The team is gelling well together and we get better every time we hit the track. We’re hungry for more in Thermal this weekend, and I’m confident that our hard work will pay off.”

Alexander Rossi, No. 20 Ed Carpenter Racing Chevrolet:

“I am very excited to head to one of the more unique venues on our calendar. Last year’s event at The Thermal Club was just an exhibition, so there is a lot of anticipation as we head back there for a proper points scoring race. As with most first-time events, I don’t think anyone has an idea on what to expect so it’s going to be an intense weekend throughout.”

Christian Rasmussen, No. 21 Ed Carpenter Racing Chevrolet:

“Time to go to the desert! I am looking forward going back to The Thermal Club. The team had a successful test out there in the off season and we are confident with the package we’re bringing. Coming off a solid race in St. Pete, we feel like we can produce an even better result at Thermal this weekend!”

2025 Chevrolet by the Numbers:

217: NTT INDYCAR SERIES races as V6 engine supplier since 2012 return to INDYCAR.

122: Wins in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES since 2012.

136: Earned poles since 2012. Chevrolet holds 140 pole awards in total, with five recorded based on points for weather.

337: Podium finishes in the V6 era since 2012.

9: Manufacturer Championships since 2012.

7: Driver/entrant champions since 2012.

13: Indianapolis 500 victories by Chevrolet at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

6: Indianapolis 500 wins by Chevrolet since 2012 in the V6 2.2-liter twin turbo direct injected era.

35: Number of times Chevrolet has swept the podium in the NTT INDYCAR SERIES since 2012 in the V6 2.2-liter twin turbo direct injected era. In total, a manufacturer has swept the podium 56 times since 2012.

29: Wins by Will Power since 2012 – all with Chevrolet power – most of any driver with the same manufacturer.

9: Wins from the pole by Will Power with Chevrolet power since 2012, most by any driver.

46: Pole starts by Will Power since 2012 in a Chevrolet-powered car, most of any driver.

*Will Power’s career total of 70 poles makes him the all-time pole winner in INDYCAR.

About General Motors

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