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JORDAN TAYLOR TO RACE SPIRE MOTORSPORTS NO. 7 CHEVROLET SILVERADO AT LIME ROCK PARK

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MOORESVILLE, N.C. (June 23, 2025) – Today, Spire Motorsports announced internationally-accomplished road racer Jordan Taylor will drive the team’s No. 7 Chevrolet Silverado in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series’ LiUNA 150 at Connecticut’s Lime Rock Park. Gainbridge will serve as the team’s primary sponsor for the inaugural event.

Taylor, a four-time IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Champion and 24 Hours of Le Mans class winner, will make his first CRAFTSMAN Truck Series start with Spire Motorsports when the division returns to road-course racing in the heart of Connecticut’s scenic Northwest Hills.

The Orlando, Fla., native, brings a decorated road-racing pedigree to the No. 7 team and will look to parlay that into a strong result at the 1.53-mile, seven-turn venue.

“I’m eager to join Spire Motorsports for the LiUNA 150,” said Taylor. “I have spoken with a few members of the team for a few years now, so it’s great things have finally come together. I know it’s going to be tough jumping into the series mid-season, but I know I am joining one of the top teams in the CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. Our Gainbridge Chevrolet Silverado will for sure be competitive, I just hope I can adapt to the truck quickly on the short weekend. Lime Rock Park is a track I know really well, but obviously all my experience around there is in much different types of cars, so I’m looking forward to the new challenge.”

Taylor currently competes full-time for Wayne Taylor Racing in the No. 40 Cadillac V-Series.R GTP entry in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Series, where he and his co-drivers earned a podium finish in the 2024 Rolex 24 at Daytona and went on to capture victory at the 2024 Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring.

The 34-year-old is a four-time IMSA WeatherTech champion, with titles in both the Prototype (2013, 2017) and GTLM (2020, 2021) categories. Taylor owns overall victories in the Rolex 24 At Daytona (2017, 2019), 12 Hours of Sebring (2017, 2024) and Petit Le Mans (2014, 2018), along with a class win in the 24 Hours of Le Mans (2015).

With his polished road-racing resume and crossover experience in NASCAR, Taylor has a feel for the sanctioning body’s heavier machines. He made his NASCAR debut in 2023, earning a single Cup Series start at Circuit of the Americas and competed in Xfinity Series events at Portland (Ore.) International Raceway and Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway.

“Jordan Taylor’s body of work speaks for itself,” said Spire Motorsports co-owner Jeff Dickerson. “His accomplishments at the global level are more than impressive so we’re obviously thrilled to have Jordan drive our No. 7 Gainbridge Chevy Silverado this weekend at Lime Rock Park. This is also a great opportunity to connect with our friends at Wayne Taylor Racing and shine a bit of a spotlight on the TWG Motorsports family. There is no doubt Wayne and Jordan set a very high standard when it comes to road racing and can only help us be better. Expectations are high and, collectively, we’re looking forward to the challenge.”

The LiUNA 150 at Lime Rock Park will be televised live on FOX Saturday, June 28, beginning at 1 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. The 15th of 25 races on the 2025 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series schedule will also be broadcast live on the NASCAR Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, Channel 90.

About Gainbridge …
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About Spire Motorsports …
Spire Motorsports earned its inaugural NASCAR Cup Series victory in its first full season of competition when Justin Haley took the checkered flag in the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway on July 7, 2019. Less than three years later, William Byron drove Spire Motorsports’ No. 7 Chevrolet Silverado to its inaugural NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series win on April 7, 2022, at Martinsville (Va.) Speedway. The team’s most recent win came on May 30, 2025, when Rajah Caruth took the checkered flag in the Rackley Roofing 200 at Nashville (Tenn.) Superspeedway.

In 2025, Spire Motorsports campaigns the Nos. 7, 71 and 77 Chevrolets in the NASCAR Cup Series. The team also fields the Nos. 07, 7, 71 and 77 Chevrolet Silverados in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series and the No. 77 Chevrolet in the ARCA Menards Series in select events.

Harvick Showdown: Round Two Set for Evergreen Speedway

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Harvick Showdown

Kevin and Keelan Harvick to Face Off in Spears CARS Tour West Headliner on June 28

HARRISBURG, N.C. (June 23, 2025) – Round Two of the Harvick Showdown storms into Evergreen Speedway (Monroe, Wash.) on Saturday, June 28 – where 2014 NASCAR Cup Series champion Kevin Harvick and his rising-star son Keelan will clash again in a 150-lap Spears CARS Tour West rematch.

The sequel event comes on the heels of last month’s Harvick Showdown debut, a wildly successful race at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway (Bakersfield, Calif.) that spotlighted the ultra-competitive CARS Tour West, dominated social media feeds, and saw Keelan Harvick take a thrilling late-race lead to secure the victory – his first in a Pro Late Model.

“If Round Two of the Harvick Showdown is anything like Round One, fans are in for a great show,” said Harvick. “Keelan and I are having a lot of fun, but more than that, we want to build enthusiasm and excitement for short-track racing. These local communities have talented drivers and a competitive series right in their backyard.”

Participating in the CARS Tour West Pro Late Model division at Evergreen, the elder Harvick will carry the familiar colors of Busch Light on board his No. 29. The younger Harvick will wheel the No. 62 Morton Buildings entry.

“I had a blast racing against my dad in the first round, but it was even more fun beating him,” said Keelan, who made his driving debut in 2020 and already holds multiple wins and championships in go-karts and Legend Cars. “It’s also really helpful for me to compete with the West Coast drivers. There are some great racers out there, and I’m learning something new from them every time I race.”

A native of Bakersfield, Calif., the elder Harvick made four starts (1996, 1998-99) at Evergreen Speedway across the NASCAR Craftsman Truck and the former Winston West Series. Although retired from full-time competition, Harvick is a full-time racing dad, NASCAR on FOX analyst, and hosts his own weekly podcast series Kevin Harvick’s Happy Hour where he gives his expert opinion on the top NASCAR storylines, bringing some of the biggest names in sports, entertainment and pop culture into the racing world with weekly interviews.

Tickets are still available for the Mark Galloway 150 Shootout at Evergreen Speedway. In addition, Floracing will livestream the event. Coverage begins at 7 p.m. PDT (10 p.m. EDT).

The remaining rounds of the Harvick Showdown will be unveiled in the coming weeks.

TOP LINER Partners with Thomas Annunziata in Historic NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Race at Lime Rock Park

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Lakeville, CONNECTICUT – June 23, 2025 – TOP LINER, a leading innovator in spray on truck bedliners, proudly announces a partnership with rising star Thomas Annunziata in the No. 07 Spire Motorsports TOP LINER Chevrolet Silverado for the LIUNA 150 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at Lime Rock Park on June 28, 2025. This landmark event marks the first time a modern NASCAR national touring series will race at the iconic Connecticut road course. The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series is known for fierce competition and pure entertainment, combining short tracks, super speedways, and road courses, making Annunziata’s participation the perfect stage for TOP LINER to highlight the brand with a stunning new livery and design on the Chevrolet Silverado. The race will be broadcast live on FOX at 1 p.m. ET.

“Thomas drove for us in the Trans Am car and was on pace immediately,” said Claudio Burtin, Owner at TOP LINER and Team Principal at Burtin Racing. “He showed some unique car control. We look forward to mixing it up with the truck regulars and more to come!”

Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, the young phenomenon Annunziata who is just 20 years old has already made big waves in the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli, winning the first two races of the 2025 championship at Sebring and Road Atlanta. TOP LINER is also a principal partner of the No. 17 Chevrolet Camaro in the topflight TA Class driven by Adam Andretti, who currently holds second place in the Trans Am national championship, further solidifying the brand’s presence in competitive racing. Annunziata’s debut in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at Lime Rock Park is a golden opportunity to demonstrate his versatility and compete against the best in stock-car style, purpose-built race trucks on a challenging 1.5-mile road course.

“Getting an opportunity to drive for Claudio Burtin is an honour,” stated Thomas Annunziata. “His unwavering commitment to being the best is not only demonstrated in his racing efforts but also in the spray-in bedliner space. He was the founder and chemist behind both LINE-X and Bullet Liner, but his new formulation called TOP LINER is his best product yet. They even have a hand spray version for all the DIY-ers out there. A cool fun fact is Claudio had sponsored Travis Kvapil in the 2004 craftsman truck series with his former bedliner company, and I drove and won for Travis in the CPLM series last year.”

Lime Rock Park, nestled in the scenic northwest corner of Connecticut, is a historic motorsport venue built in 1956 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2009. As the nation’s third oldest continuously operating road racing facility, behind Road America and Willow Springs, the track—owned by former race car driver Skip Barber—offers a unique natural-terrain layout that promises intense, action-packed racing. The LIUNA 150 will be one of only three NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series races aired on FOX’s premier broadcast network in 2025, alongside Homestead-Miami Speedway and Michigan International Speedway, with remaining races on FS1. This historic live broadcast on a major over-the-air network amplifies Lime Rock Park’s reputation as a premier motorsport destination.

“Having the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series live on FOX is a game-changer for Lime Rock Park,” said Jamie Kistner, Chief Marketing Officer of Lime Rock Park. “The interest in this event has been exceptional, and we are thrilled to showcase the Park’s unique road course to millions of viewers nationwide.” Fans unable to attend can tune in via MRN Radio or SiriusXM, ensuring broad access to this milestone event.

The weekend also features the ARCA Menards Series debut at Lime Rock Park, broadcast live on FS2 on June 28, adding to the excitement. Tickets for this historic NASCAR weekend and other 2025 events at Lime Rock Park are available now at www.limerock.com/tickets. Join TOP LINER and Spire Motorsports in cheering on Thomas Annunziata as he takes on the LIUNA 150, bringing his Trans Am prowess to the NASCAR stage in a thrilling display of skill and speed.

About TOP LINER: TOP LINER is a premier provider of spray-on truck bed liners based in Adairsville, Georgia. With over 25 years in the industry and extensive research and development with a range of spray-on bedliners, TOP LINER is the leading manufacture of high performance and durable urethane linings and bed liners. TOP LINER is confident in product quality and offers a lifetime warranty.

As a key partner active in the Trans Am Series and now the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, TOP LINER continues to drive excellence on and off the track.

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Thomas Annunziata to Race Spire Motorsports’ No. 07 Chevrolet Silverado at Lime Rock Park

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MOORESVILLE, N.C. (June 23, 2025) – Today, Spire Motorsports announced road-racing standout Thomas Annunziata will pilot the team’s No. 07 Chevrolet Silverado for the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series inaugural visit to Connecticut’s Lime Rock Park where TOP LINER will be showcased as the team’s primary sponsor.

Annunziata brings over nine years of competitive experience, spanning multiple division’s including karting, sports cars, Trans Am and NASCAR’s developmental divisions. The newly minted 20-year-old looks to build on his well-established road-racing acumen and to carry that experience into his CRAFTSMAN Truck Series debut at the mile-and-a-half, seven-turn Lime Rock Park layout.

“It’s a dream to race for a top team in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series for my debut race,” said Annunziata. “Spire Motorsports is one of the elite teams and I hope to get them another win.”

The Colts Neck, N.J., native, has carved a swift path through the road-racing ranks, having made a name for himself in Trans Am and IMSA-sanctioned events. He began karting at age 10, ascended to the senior class by 2021 and was ranked among the world’s top karters that season.

The three-time national karting champion transitioned to sports cars in 2022, where he swept both SCCA Spec Miata and Mazda Motorsports Spec MX5 Challenge titles and earned the $75,000 Mazda MX5 Cup Shootout scholarship. The Trans Am paddock took notice that same year when Annunziata earned a podium finish at Circuit of the Americas in just his second-career CUBE 3 Architecture TA2 Series start.

In 2023, Annunziata became the only rookie to capture a pole position and win in TA2 competition. He went on to claim the series’ Young Guns Champion award in 2024 while balancing ARCA Menards Series’ duties that included a runner-up finish at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway and a strong run at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course.

Those efforts opened the door to a part-time NASCAR Xfinity Series schedule with Cope Family Racing in 2025. Meanwhile Annunziata continues to compete full time in the Trans Am TA2 Series where he’s notched victories at Sebring (Fla.) International Raceway and Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.

“Thomas drove for us in the Trans Am car and was on pace immediately,” said Claudio Burtin, Owner at TOP LINER and Team Principal at Burtin Racing. “He showed some unique car control. We look forward to mixing it up with the truck regulars and more to come!”

The LiUNA 150 at Lime Rock Park will be televised live on FOX Saturday, June 28, beginning at 1 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time. The race will also be broadcast live on the NASCAR Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, Channel 90.

About TOP LINER …
TOP LINER is a premier provider of spray-on truck bed liners based in Adairsville, Georgia. With over 25 years in the industry and extensive research and development with a range of spray-on bedliners, TOP LINER is the leading manufacturer of high performance and durable urethane linings and bed liners. TOP LINER is confident in product quality and offers a lifetime warranty. Learn more: www.topliner.com.

About Spire Motorsports …
Spire Motorsports earned its inaugural NASCAR Cup Series victory in its first full season of competition when Justin Haley took the checkered flag in the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway on July 7, 2019. Less than three years later, William Byron drove Spire Motorsports’ No. 7 Chevrolet Silverado to its inaugural NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series win on April 7, 2022, at Martinsville (Va.) Speedway. The team’s most recent win came on May 30, 2025, when Rajah Caruth took the checkered flag in the Rackley Roofing 200 at Nashville (Tenn.) Superspeedway.

In 2025, Spire Motorsports campaigns the Nos. 7, 71 and 77 Chevrolets in the NASCAR Cup Series. The team also fields the Nos. 07, 7, 71 and 77 Chevrolet Silverados in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series and the No. 77 Chevrolet in the ARCA Menards Series in select events.

Team Penske NASCAR Cup Series Race Report – Pocono

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The Great American Getaway 400 – Pocono Raceway
Pocono, Pa. – June 22, 2025

AUSTIN CINDRIC No. 2 MENARDS/TARKETT FORD MUSTANG
START: 19TH STAGE 1: 16TH STAGE 2: 7TH FINISH: 10TH POINTS: 15TH
RACE RUNDOWN: Austin Cindric and the No. 2 Menards/Tarkett Ford Mustang Dark Horse team put together a strong, all-around effort in Sunday’s rain-delayed Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway, earning a 10th-place finish after starting 19th. Following a delay of more than two hours due to weather, the green flag finally waved late Sunday afternoon. Cindric worked through a persistent free-handling condition but managed to close out Stage 1 in 16th as varying strategies played out across the field. He headed to pit road for four tires, fuel and an air pressure adjustment and restarted just outside the top 20. The No. 2 team continued to make gains throughout the evening as Cindric stayed out under several yellows to gain track position and restarted on the front row at one point before ultimately ending Stage 2 in seventh. After making a green-flag pit stop with just over 40 laps to go, Cindric raced his way back into the top 10 and took the checkered flag in 10th – his fourth top-10 finish of the season – as the Cup Series heads to Atlanta next, a strong track for entire Team Penske organization.

CINDRIC’S THOUGHTS: “Yeah, really solid effort and honestly, a much needed blue-collar day. We’ve had a lot of speed over the last couple months. We just haven’t been able to put it all together and have a solid afternoon. I’m proud of the effort by everybody. Brian [Wilson] did a great job on strategy. I felt like I was able to capitalize on some important restarts and make some passes and get in position there. I think we’re maybe even a little better than that. But all in all, I can’t be too upset with the day – good points day.”

RYAN BLANEY No. 12 WABASH FORD MUSTANG
START: 20TH STAGE 1: 12TH STAGE 2: 8TH FINISH: 3RD POINTS: 6TH
RACE RUNDOWN: Ryan Blaney and the No. 12 Wabash Ford Mustang Dark Horse team faced early adversity Sunday afternoon at Pocono Raceway but battled back to secure their seventh top-five finish of the season in a third-place effort. Despite qualifying 20th, Blaney was forced to drop to the rear of the field due to the team replacing the starter prior to the 400-mile event, but the Wabash Ford powered its way through the field during the opening 30-lap stage to come away with a 12th-place finish in Stage 1. A caution on lap 55 saw varying strategies unfold in Stage 2, as crew chief Jonathan Hassler brought Blaney to pit road for fuel only under yellow, but a speeding penalty forced him to start at the tail end of the field for the ensuing restart. After getting four fresh tires on the second trip to pit road prior to the restart, Blaney worked his way back into the top-10 with three laps remaining in the stage before crossing the line eighth in Stage 2. With a majority of teams opting not to pit under the stage caution, Blaney took advantage of his track position to race his way into the top-five by lap 103 prior to the start of the final green flag pit cycle. After taking the lead on lap 122 during green flag stops, Blaney was eventually called to pit road with 37 laps to go but the caution came out while the Wabash Ford was on pit road, setting him up to take the final restart of the afternoon from the outside of row two with six-lap fresher tires than the leaders. Blaney settled into third in the running order as the final 30-lap run got underway but ultimately was unable to chase down the Nos. 19 and 11 in the closing laps in the third-place effort.

BLANEY’S THOUGHTS: “Really proud of the whole 12 guys from starting in the back, making good ground. Then me speeding set us back again and having to come back up there. Jonathan [Hassler] and the whole 12 team did a good job of kind of figuring out what to do from the start of the race and after my mistake. Yeah, just kind of stuck really there at the end, all three of us just kind of running the same pace. I appreciate Wabash, Ford Performance, Menards, BODYARMOR, DEX Imaging, and Advance Auto Parts. Really good day for us.”

JOEY LOGANO No. 22 SHELL-PENNZOIL FORD MUSTANG
START: 12TH STAGE 1: 7TH STAGE 2: 11TH FINISH: 16TH POINTS: 10TH
RACE RUNDOWN: Joey Logano and the Shell-Pennzoil Ford Mustang Dark Horse turned in a 16th-place finish Sunday afternoon at Pocono. Following just over a two-hour rain delay, Logano fired off from 12th and took advantage of differing strategies throughout the field to come away with a seventh-place finish in the opening 30-lap stage. Logano worked his way back into the top-10 early on in Stage 2 as the balance began to settle in over the course of the run before the caution flag flew on lap 55 to reset the field. All of the leaders ahead of Logano decided to hit pit road, prompting crew chief Paul Wolfe to keep the No. 22 Shell-Pennzoil Ford on the track to assume the lead for the ensuing restart. Logano led the first five laps of the run before relinquishing the lead to the No. 48 before ultimately crossing the line 11th in Stage 2. Logano started the final stage from 10th, but a tight-handling condition in traffic mired Logano back to 16th during the start of the run. A caution in the middle of the green flag pit cycle with 36 laps remaining had Logano scored 20th at the time before picking up four spots in the final 30 laps as the race remained green the rest of the way.

LOGANO’S THOUGHTS: “Our Shell-Pennzoil Ford Mustang was pretty strong in clean air when we were able to get it but just struggled to gain ground with how tight we’d get in traffic all day. We did what we could strategy-wise to get us in that clean air but it just didn’t fall our way over the course of some of those longer runs.”

The NASCAR Cup Series makes its return to EchoPark Speedway on Saturday, June 28. Coverage from Atlanta of the Quaker State 400 begins at 7:00 p.m. ET on TNT and Sirius XM NASCAR Radio Channel 90.

Berry Rallies to 12th After Starting at the Rear at Pocono

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Josh Berry and the No. 21 eero team overcame a challenging starting position in Sunday’s Great American Getaway 400 at Pocono Raceway, rallying to a 12th-place finish and collecting nine valuable Stage points along the way thanks to a runner-up effort in Stage 2.

Berry was forced to start at the rear of the field in 35th after a rear diffuser issue on Saturday sidelined the team for qualifying, requiring repairs to the No. 21 eero Mustang Dark Horse.

Following a weather delay of more than two hours on Sunday, the 400-mile event got underway. The opening 30-lap Stage ran caution-free, with Berry advancing to 19th by the end of the segment.

A pit stop during the Stage break dropped Berry to 36th for the restart, but he quickly began climbing through the field. By Lap 43, when a caution came out for a multi-car incident, Berry had already worked his way up to 27th. The eero team chose to stay out, cycling up to 17th.

Another caution on Lap 56 saw the team stick to the same strategy, keeping Berry on track and moving into the top three.

Berry eventually pitted under green from seventh on Lap 74. Just four laps later, a caution for debris shuffled pit strategy once more, and Berry restarted in sixth. He remained in the top five for the remainder of Stage 2, crossing the line second and earning nine Stage points.

In the final segment, Berry ran consistently inside the top 10 before settling into 12th at the finish, completing a strong comeback effort for the No. 21 team.

Next up, Berry and the Wood Brothers Racing team head to the newly renamed EchoPark Speedway for Saturday night’s running of the Quaker State 400.

About eero
eero was founded to make wifi and networking the way they should be—fast, reliable, secure, and, most importantly, easy to use. After introducing the first home mesh wifi system with a high-quality design that blends into its environment and technology that intuitively works behind the scenes, eero became known for sweating every single detail and delivering award-winning hardware and software for homes, businesses, communities, and service providers. Founded and headquartered in San Francisco in 2014, eero is an Amazon company. For more information, visit eero.com.

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 101 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.

Kaulig Racing Race Recap | The Great American Getaway 400

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No. 16 Celsius Camaro ZL1

Start: 33rd
Stage 1 Finish: 24th
Stage 2 Finish: 17th
Finish: 21st

The No. 16 battled handling at the beginning of the race. After several adjustments, the car was handling better, but Allmendinger lacked overall speed to be more competitive. On the last restart, Allmendinger was able to gain track position, improving the team’s overall finish.

No. 10 Sea Best Camaro ZL1

Start: 27th
Stage 1 Finish: 25th
Stage 2 Finish: 34th
Finish: 33rd

Ty Dillon and the No. 10 Sea Best Chevy team qualified for Sunday’s race at Pocono Raceway in the 27th position, but due to unapproved adjustments on race morning, started the race from the tail end of the field. Early in the race, Dillon reported the handling of his Chevy was good, but a little too free for his liking. As the team made adjustments and improved the handling of the Sea Best Chevy, Dillon advanced into the top 25 early in Stage 2. Closing in on the end of Stage 2, Dillon was collected in an on-track incident when the No. 8 car spun. The team called Dillon to pit road to examine the damage and then to the garage for extensive repairs. Dillon returned to the track 19 laps down and finished the race in 33rd.
 
About Kaulig Racing

Kaulig Racing™ is a full-time, multi-car NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) and NASCAR Xfinity Series (NXS) team, owned by award winning entrepreneur, Matt Kaulig. Established in 2016, Kaulig Racing™ has earned 27 NXS wins, made the NXS Playoffs consecutively each season since the playoff system started, and won two regular-season championships. In 2021, the team competed in select NCS events, before expanding to a two-car, full-time NCS team in 2022 and adding a third, part-time entry during the 2023 season. Since its first NCS start in 2021, the team has earned two wins. Kaulig Racing is currently fielding two full-time entries in the NCS and continues to field three full-time NXS entries. To learn more about the team, visit kauligracing.com.

Haas Factory Team Pocono Recap

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Mayer Earns Fourth Top-10 at Pocono in Xfinity Series; Wins “Driving 4 a Difference” Challenge

Xfinity Series

Sam Mayer earned a seventh-place finish in Saturday’s NASCAR Xfinity Series race at Pocono Raceway, collecting his fourth career top-10 at the 2.5-mile track. In a race defined by frequent cautions and evolving strategy, Mayer and the No. 41 Audibel Ford team made steady gains throughout the afternoon, especially in the final stage.

“Today was definitely a hard fought top-10 result, but we stayed in the game and made the most of the day,” Mayer said. “I’m proud of these Haas Factory Team (HFT) guys and hopefully we keep rolling in a good direction.”

This weekend at Pocono marked the final race in the “Driving 4 a Difference presented by the Gene Haas Foundation,” a new in-season Ford tournament within the NASCAR Xfinity Series. Mayer won the inaugural Xfinity tournament with 117 points, followed by teammate Sheldon Creed (116), Ryan Sieg (101), Harrison Burton (93) & Kyle Sieg (37).

The opening stage featured two early cautions that allowed Mayer’s crew to short-pit before the segment ended, setting him up with favorable track position for Stage 2. Despite surrendering stage points, he was able to gain momentum heading into the midsection of the race.

Meanwhile, Creed ran the full opening stage and finished eighth, earning two stage points in the No. 00 Road Ranger Ford.

Stage 2 proved more challenging for Creed, who was forced into an incident with Nick Sanchez exiting turn two that forced him to make contact with the inside wall. Though both cars maintained competitive pace, the issues persisted for the No. 00, and Creed’s day came to an early end after being forced to retire on lap 88, resulting in a 36th-place finish.

The final stage saw Mayer charge from 19th into the top-10, capitalizing on late-race restarts and staying out of trouble as others faltered. He crossed the line in seventh, capping off a day of smart execution and persistence from the No. 41 team.

“Obviously not the day we were hoping for, but we’ll look ahead to next week at Atlanta and putting together a clean, solid race,” Creed said.

Cup Series

Custer Posts Season Best Qualifying Performance; Comes Home 22nd at Pocono

Cole Custer rolled off fifth for Sunday’s race at Pocono, his first Cup start inside the top-five since Martinsville in 2022. The HaasTooling.com Ford ran solidly inside the top 10 early, before the team made a bold call to pit on lap 27 to flip the stage. While it dropped Custer to 32nd at the end of the segment, the move set him up for a stronger position in Stage Two.

That strategy paid off as Custer restarted fourth to begin the second stage and remained competitive inside the top 10. A caution on lap 41 allowed the team to stay out and gain more track position, but a later four-tire stop and green-flag run shuffled him back. A two-tire call late in the stage helped him recover to 24th by the conclusion of Stage Two.

In the closing stage, Custer and the No. 41 team once again opted for fresh tires, giving them the best opportunity to move forward in the final run. After cycling through green-flag pit stops, he held steady in 22nd and showed consistency to the finish. Throughout the day Custer ran with confidence as the team employed bold strategy calls and finished 22nd.

Up Next
The NASCAR Cup Series heads to EchoPark Speedway next weekend for the 18th points race on the NASCAR Cup Series/Xfinity schedule. Race coverage for the Xfinity series is set for 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday on the CW, and Saturday at 7 p.m. ET on Prime for the Cup Series.

About Haas Factory Team
The Haas Factory Team is a NASCAR Cup and Xfinity program owned by Gene Haas, founder of Haas Automation. Beginning in 2025, the team will feature Cole Custer driving the No. 41 Ford Mustang Dark Horse in the NASCAR Cup Series, while Sheldon Creed and Sam Mayer take on the Xfinity Series in the No. 00 and No. 41 Ford Mustangs, respectively. Based in Kannapolis, North Carolina, the Haas Factory Team reflects a commitment to performance and engineering excellence, carrying forward Gene Haas’s commitment to motorsports.

LEGACY MOTOR CLUB: POCONO RACE RECAP

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Long Pond, Pa. (June 22, 2025) – The NASCAR Cup Series traveled to Pocono (Pa.) Raceway to tackle the track nicknamed “The Tricky Triangle” in the 2.5-mile track’s only race this season. LEGACY MOTOR CLUB teammates John Hunter Nemechek, driver of the No. 42 Pye-Barker Fire & Safety Toyota Camry XSE, and Erik Jones, driver of the No. 43 Family Dollar Toyota Camry XSE, were ready to leave road course racing behind to take on one of their best tracks on the schedule as they started near the front of the pack in fourth and 11th, respectively. It was Denny Hamlin leading the field to the green flag. At the end of the race, it was Chase Briscoe who took the checkered flag first.

Below is a look at how the LEGACY MOTOR CLUB entries fared:

JOHN HUNTER NEMECHEK
NO. 42 PYE-BARKER FIRE & SAFETY TOYOTA CAMRY XSE RACE RECAP:
START: 4th | FINISH: 6th | POINTS: 22nd
John Hunter Nemechek started the Pocono 400 in the fourth position. He fell to 11th by Lap 10 and said the car was free off the corner in and tight in the middle. Making his way back up to tenth, Nemechek asked for a small adjustment to tighten up the No. 42 Pye-Barker Toyota Camry XSE on Lap 27 when he pitted for four tires and fuel. Nemechek finished Stage 1 in 33rd.

Because of the short pit before the stage, Nemechek would restart fifth. A caution on Lap 55 allowed the team to pit on Lap 57 for right side tires and fuel. After restarting on Lap 60 from the 15th position and moved up to 12th by the time a caution flag flew for debris on Lap 70. He said the car was ‘a little edgy in Turn 3’ but felt ok. The team opted to put on Lap 73 for right sides and fuel putting Nemechek ninth on the restart. Another strategy call came into play with four laps left in the stage where the Nos. 42 and 43 came down pit road for four tires and no fuel. The No. 42 finished Stage 2 in 31st.

The final stage started with Nemechek in 21st. Strategy came into play around Lap 120 when green flag stops for the field began. Nemechek was in fourth behind his teammate Jones who both pitted on Lap 92. He was running third when crew chief Travis Mack called him into the pits for two right side tires and fuel. While Nemechek was on pit road the caution came out and instead of the extended time on the track paying off, Nemechek would restart 14th. Once teams pitted the No. 42 moved up to eighth.

With 30 to go Nemechek moved from eighth to fifth in one lap. For the final 28 laps Nemechek was quiet on the radio and finished a solid sixth for the second week in a row.

JOHN HUNTER NEMECHEK QUOTE:
How does it feels feel to bring home two straight top-10 finishes?

“Both cars had speed this weekend right off the truck and qualified really well. It was my best qualifying effort in the Cup series and we raced well also. I’m proud of everything they’ve put in at LEGACY MOTOR CLUB – all the men and women with all the effort they’ve been putting in. Looking forward to continuing to come to the racetrack when you have the speed. Just a testament to this 42 team. Travis Mack (crew chief), and I have been working really hard and we’ve been communicating well. Sydney, our primary engineer, Dex, Carl, Josh, and everyone who works on this thing. I’m just proud of the effort.”

ERIK JONES
NO. 43 FAMILY DOLLAR TOYOTA CAMRY XSE RACE RECAP:
START: 11th | FINISH: 13th | POINTS:18th
After rain delayed the start of Sunday’s 160-lap race at Pocono (Pa.) Raceway, Jones rolled off 11th in the No. 43 Family Dollar Toyota Camry XSE. He fell back on the initial start but quickly found his pace to hold steady in 12th for the opening laps of the stage. Stage 1 at Pocono ran green from start to finish, and despite his car building tight, Jones was able to fight the handling, stay out until the stage break, and finish fifth in the opening stage. This earned him a valuable six stage points for the playoff battle.

Thanks to the quick work of his No. 43 pit crew during the stage break, Jones was able to gain two spots on pit road and restarted 11th behind the cars who pitted prior to the end of the stage. He struggled with passing his competitors during the first few laps of Stage 2 but found himself in 10th by the lap 55 caution. Throughout the rest of the stage, he ran well inside the top-12. He reported that he was trending two numbers too loose this time around. Crew chief Ben Beshore brought Jones down pit road when he was running sixth with three laps to go in Stage 2 for four tires and fuel. Although he finished the stage in 30th, he was then able to stay out during the stage break to restart in 20th.

When the final stage went green, Jones wasted no time in his pursuit forward. He was running 13th just six laps into the run and raced his way into the top-10 before green flag pit stops began on lap 119. He pitted from third on lap 124 before an untimely caution came out on lap 125 – dividing the field on strategy. Jones cycled through to 17th for the lap-131 restart. His car continued to build tight as the race continued under green though. In the end, Jones finished 13th.

ERIK JONES QUOTE:

“We had a really good No. 43 Family Dollar Toyota Camry XSE today, but it’s just frustrating how sometimes strategies can go your way and other times it doesn’t. Pocono is a track where strategy plays a big part in your finish more times than not. The team did a good job of bringing a car with a ton of speed, but that last caution caught us at a bad time in the middle of green flag pit stops. I think we were a top-five car, but we needed things to work out better. We’ll learn from it and move on to Atlanta.”

NEXT UP: The NASCAR Cup Series will race under the lights in a Saturday night battle at Atlanta Motor Speedway. The Atlanta 400 will take place on Saturday, June 28 at 8 p.m. EDT with coverage on TNT Sports, MAX, MRN and SiriusXM.

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.

Key Considerations When Buying a Pre-Owned Vehicle in Bridgewater, MA

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Determining Your Vehicle Needs and Budget

Before you start browsing used cars in Bridgewater, MA, it’s essential to define your vehicle needs and set a realistic budget. This first step helps narrow down your options and ensures you choose a car that suits both your lifestyle and financial situation. If you’re unsure about service costs or long-term maintenance planning, the best auto shop in Massachusetts can offer expert advice tailored to your situation.

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Start by asking yourself a few key questions: How many passengers do you regularly drive? Will you need extra cargo space for work or travel? Are fuel efficiency and insurance costs major factors? Your answers will guide whether a compact sedan, mid-size SUV, or pickup truck is the right fit.

When it comes to budgeting, consider not just the purchase price, but also ownership costs like fuel, maintenance, insurance, registration, and future repairs. If financing is involved, determine how much you can afford to put down and what monthly payments fit comfortably within your income.

Being clear about what you need—and what you can afford—helps streamline the car buying process and leads to a decision you’ll feel good about for years to come.

Researching Vehicle History and Title Status

Understanding a vehicle’s history and title status is one of the most important steps when buying a pre-owned vehicle in Bridgewater, MA. These records reveal how the car was used, maintained, and whether it has any red flags that could affect its safety, value, or future reliability.

What to Check in a Vehicle History Report

  • Accident Records: Look for any history of collisions, especially those involving structural damage or airbag deployment.
  • Odometer Readings: Ensure the mileage is consistent and hasn’t been tampered with—mileage discrepancies are a serious warning sign.
  • Service and Maintenance Logs: A record of routine services such as oil changes and brake checks indicates responsible ownership.
  • Number of Previous Owners: Fewer owners typically means a more stable vehicle history, though this isn’t a hard rule.
  • Use Type: Was the vehicle used personally, commercially, or as a rental? Commercial or rental use often means higher wear and tear.

Understanding Title Types

  • Clean Title: The ideal status, indicating the car hasn’t been severely damaged or declared a total loss.
  • Salvage Title: Signals the vehicle was deemed a total loss by an insurance company—avoid unless professionally rebuilt and inspected.
  • Rebuilt or Reconstructed Title: The car has been repaired after a salvage declaration. Requires extra scrutiny and expert inspection.
  • Lien Title: The current owner still owes money on the vehicle. This needs to be resolved before the title can be transferred.

Always ask the seller for a vehicle history report from a trusted provider, such as Carfax or AutoCheck. If buying from a dealership, this report should be available upfront. Taking these steps will help you avoid hidden issues and feel confident in your purchase.

Inspecting Mechanical and Cosmetic Condition

Inspecting both the cosmetic and mechanical condition of a pre-owned vehicle is critical before making a purchase. While surface flaws may be cosmetic, mechanical problems can pose serious safety risks and lead to costly repairs. Taking a thorough and systematic approach ensures you’re investing in a dependable vehicle.

Mechanical Inspection Checklist

  • Engine Condition: Look for any unusual noises, leaks, or excessive exhaust smoke. The engine should start smoothly and idle consistently.
  • Transmission Function: During a test drive, check that the vehicle shifts smoothly without jerking or hesitation, especially in automatic models.
  • Brakes: The brakes should respond firmly and quietly, with no grinding sounds or vibrations when applied.
  • Suspension and Steering: Listen for clunks or rattles when going over bumps and ensure the vehicle handles predictably when turning.
  • Fluid Levels: Check oil, coolant, brake, and transmission fluid levels and conditions—they should be clean and at proper levels.

Cosmetic Condition Review

  • Exterior Body and Paint: Look for rust, dents, scratches, or mismatched paint that could suggest previous damage or repairs.
  • Windshield and Lights: Inspect for cracks, chips, and functioning headlights, taillights, and indicators.
  • Tires and Rims: Check for even tread wear, cracks, or damage to wheels which might indicate alignment issues.
  • Interior Upholstery and Dashboard: Ensure seats, controls, and infotainment systems are clean and fully functional. Water stains or musty odors may indicate leaks or flooding.

If you’re not confident in assessing a vehicle yourself, hiring a certified mechanic for a pre-purchase inspection is a worthwhile investment. Many local services in Bridgewater, including

Understanding Local Market Pricing in Bridgewater, MA

Before buying a pre-owned vehicle, it’s essential to know how local market pricing works in Bridgewater, MA. Prices for used cars can vary depending on regional demand, seasonal trends, and the availability of dealerships. Conducting thorough research helps ensure you receive a fair deal and avoid overpaying.

What Affects Vehicle Prices in Bridgewater?

  • Supply and Demand: Certain models, especially fuel-efficient cars and trucks with all-wheel drive (AWD), may be more expensive in New England due to seasonal demand.
  • Local Economy: Regional income levels, job markets, and fuel prices all influence what buyers are willing to pay and how sellers price their vehicles.
  • Dealer Inventory: Bridgewater dealerships with a high turnover of used vehicles may offer more competitive prices and promotions to attract buyers.
  • Seasonal Patterns: SUVs and trucks tend to be in higher demand (and priced higher) before winter, while convertibles may sell for less in colder months.

Tips for Evaluating Fair Market Value

  • Use tools like Kelley Blue Book (KBB), Edmunds, or NADA Guides to compare prices for similar vehicles based on year, mileage, trim, and condition.
  • Check local dealership websites to compare listing prices in real time.
  • Review recent sales listings on platforms like Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace to gauge pricing from private sellers.
  • Don’t forget to include taxes, registration fees, and documentation charges when creating your budget.

Understanding the local market enables you to identify good deals and provides leverage when negotiating. For a trusted starting point, check the current selection and service options at DriveMax MA, where local pricing often reflects what Bridgewater buyers are looking for.

Evaluating Financing and Warranty Options

When purchasing a pre-owned vehicle in Bridgewater, MA, it’s essential to review your financing and warranty options carefully. A well-structured loan and a solid warranty can make ownership more affordable and protect you from unexpected repair costs. Taking the time to understand these factors upfront can save you stress and money in the long run.

Understanding Financing Options

  • Dealer Financing: Many dealerships in Bridgewater offer on-site financing, including competitive rates for qualified buyers and special programs for those with limited credit history.
  • Bank or Credit Union Loans: Local banks and credit unions often offer lower interest rates and more flexible terms, especially to members or existing customers.
  • Online Auto Loans: Digital lenders allow you to pre-qualify and compare multiple offers, making it easier to find the best deal.
  • Down Payment and Loan Terms: A larger down payment can lower your monthly costs, while shorter loan terms usually reduce total interest paid.

Exploring Warranty Options

  • Manufacturer’s Warranty: Some used vehicles may still be covered under the original manufacturer’s warranty, depending on age and mileage.
  • Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) Warranty: CPO vehicles typically include extended coverage and pass rigorous inspections, offering more peace of mind.
  • Extended Warranty Plans: Offered by dealers or third-party providers, these plans can cover major repairs after the original warranty has expired, although terms vary widely.
  • Powertrain vs. Bumper-to-Bumper: Powertrain warranties cover major engine and transmission components, while bumper-to-bumper plans include a broader range of systems.

Be sure to read the fine print and ask questions about deductibles, exclusions, and coverage limits. If you’re shopping at a reputable dealer like DriveMax MA, they can help explain financing and warranty details clearly so you feel confident about your decision.

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