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Berry Looks to Build on Strong Iowa Run from 2024

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Josh Berry showed speed in the inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway last season, starting third, leading 32 laps, and finishing seventh while driving a Ford Mustang for his previous team. It was a standout performance at the .875-mile short track – one he’s looking to build on this weekend.

Berry returns to Iowa for Sunday’s Iowa Corn 350, this time behind the wheel of the No. 21 Menards/Masterforce Tools Ford Mustang Dark Horse for Wood Brothers Racing. The race will mark the debut of a new green-and-black Masterforce Tools paint scheme.

Berry’s effort is backed by the team’s alliance with Team Penske, which also found success at Iowa in 2024 when Ryan Blaney led the most laps and took the win in his Blue Oval.

With a strong record at Iowa, Berry enters the weekend with confidence.

“I’m excited to get back to Iowa,” Berry said. “We really had a good race there last year, led laps, and we found ourselves in contention.

“So hopefully we can go back and do the same thing. I think it should be a good opportunity for us, and we’ve proven when we get to execute and get the car like we need to, we can get to the front.”

Cup Series action kicks off Saturday with practice at 1:30 p.m. ET, followed by qualifying at 2:40 p.m. ET. Both sessions will air on truTV.

Sunday’s 350-lap, 306.25-mile event is scheduled to go green just after 3:30 p.m. ET, with race coverage on USA. Stage breaks are planned for Laps 70 and 210.

About Menards
A family-owned and run company started in 1958, Menards is recognized as the retail home center leader of the Midwest with 341 stores in 15 states. Menards is truly a one-stop shop for all of your home improvement needs featuring a full-service lumberyard and everything you need to plan a renovation or build a home, garage, cabin, shed, deck, fence or post frame building. You’ll find a large selection of lumber, roofing, siding, construction blocks, trusses, doors and windows, plus cabinets, appliances, countertops, flooring, lighting, paint, plumbing supplies and more. To complete the job, Menards has quality hand tools, power tools, fasteners, electrical tools plus storage options and supplies for everyone from the weekend warrior to the pro!

Menards has what you need to complete your outdoor projects and keep your yard in tip-top shape including mowers, trimmers, blowers, pressure washers and more, plus a beautiful garden center stocked with plants, shrubs, trees, landscaping tools, grass seed, fertilizer options, outdoor décor and patio furniture. Menards also has everyday essentials like health & beauty products, housewares, pet and wildlife supplies, automotive items and even groceries. And at Christmas, an Enchanted Forest display area with impressive trees, lighting, decorations, ornaments, inflatables and more. Menards is known for friendly Customer Service and as the place to “Save Big Money” with low prices every day, and sales too! For more information, please visit Menards.com to learn about our store locations, offerings and services.

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.

RCR Race Preview: Iowa Speedway

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Richard Childress Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series at Iowa Speedway… The NASCAR Cup Series returns to Iowa Speedway this weekend for the Iowa Corn 350 Powered by Ethanol, marking the Cup Series’ second appearance to the 0.875-mile, D-shaped oval designed by Rusty Wallace. In the inaugural Cup Series race at Iowa in 2024, Austin Dillon earned a 19th-place finish while Kyle Busch retired from the race early with mechanical issues. Both drivers are former Iowa Speedway winners and looking for redemption in the Hawkeye state this weekend.

RCR in the NASCAR Xfinity Series at Iowa Speedway… In 58 NASCAR Xfinity Series starts at Iowa Speedway, RCR boasts one win among 15 top-five finishes, 29 top-10 finishes and four poles. Elliott Sadler led 60 laps enroute to Victory Lane for the Welcome, N.C.-based organization after starting from the pole in 2012. RCR’s Xfinity Series contingent heads to Iowa Speedway motivated to perform after both teams crashed out of the race early in 2024.

A Winning Tradition… While RCR is still vying for the organization’s first Cup Series win at Iowa Speedway, the 56-year-old race team has been victorious at the track in every other racing series it has entered there. In addition to Sadler winning under the RCR banner in the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2012, Austin Dillon earned a NASCAR Truck Series win at Iowa for RCR in 2011, and Ty Dillon earned an ARCA Menards Series win, also in 2011.

The Cowboy Way… The Carolina Cowboys, a professional bull riding team in the PBR Team Series, an elite league featuring the world’s top bull riders competing in games throughout the country, are third in the PBR Team Series standings following the league’s first neutral site event of the season in Duluth, Georgia this past weekend. The team, co-owned by Richard Childress and Jeff Broin, is managed by Austin Dillon. The Carolina Cowboys return home on September 12-14 for their fourth annual Cowboy Days homestand at First Horizon Coliseum. Tickets for the event are on sale now, and start at $20, taxes and fees not included. They can be purchased online at TicketMaster.com and PBR.com, at the First Horizon Coliseum Box Office, or by calling PBR customer service at (800) 732-1727.

For more information on Carolina Cowboys, and for updates on the upcoming PBR Cowboy Days, visit https://pbr.com/teams/carolina-cowboys, Carolina Cowboys on Facebook, @carolinacowboyspbr on Instagram, or @CARCowboysPBR on Twitter.

Catch the Action on Saturday… The NASCAR Xfinity Series at Iowa Speedway will be televised live Saturday, August 2, beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET on The CW. The race will be broadcast live on Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90. Saturday’s practice and qualifying sessions will be shown for free on The CW App.

Watch Us on USA Network… The Iowa Corn 350 powered by Ethanol at Iowa Speedway will be televised live on Sunday, August 3, beginning at 3:30 p.m. ET on USA Network. The race will be broadcast live on Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90. The NASCAR Cup Series practice and qualifying sessions on Saturday will be broadcast on truTV and Max. Ride shotgun all season long with live, in-car camera feeds and scanner audio with a paid subscription to Max as part of their NASCAR driver cam experience during the race.

Austin Dillon and the No. 3 Get Bioethanol Chevrolet at Iowa Speedway… Sunday’s Iowa Corn 350 powered by Ethanol will mark Austin Dillon’s second career NASCAR Cup Series start at Iowa Speedway. In 2024, Dillon earned a 19th-place finish. The former NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Truck Series champion has plenty of experience outside of the Cup Series at Iowa, having competed there in the Xfinity, Trucks, and the ARCA Menards Series.

Did You Know? Dillon has six Xfinity Series starts to his credit at Iowa Speedway, earning three top-five finishes, four top-10 finishes, and leading 376 laps. In three Truck Series starts at Iowa, Dillon boasts one win among two top-five finishes. He also earned a top-five finish in his lone ARCA Racing Series start at the track in 2009.

A Memorable First… Dillon earned his career-first NASCAR national series win at Iowa Speedway in 2010 during his rookie year of competition in the NASCAR Truck Series. The Welcome, N.C. driver led and bested Johnny Sauter during a green-white-checkered finish to claim his career-first Truck Series win in just his 12th Series start. At only 20 years old, 2 months, 37 days, Dillon became the Truck Series’ second-youngest winning driver, just shy of Kyle Busch, who was the youngest, winning his first truck race at 20 years, 18 days.

Fast Chevys… Dillon has earned pole awards in both the Xfinity Series (2013) and the Truck Series (2011) at Iowa Speedway.

Double Duty… Dillon returns to the Xfinity Series at Iowa Speedway for the first time since 2013. The 2013 Xfinity Series champion is scheduled to drive the No. 21 Bennett Transportation & Logistics Chevrolet this weekend in place of Austin Hill. Dillon owns a total of 155 Xfinity Series starts to his credit, most recently racing at Charlotte Motor Speedway in May.

Delivering Performance on the Track and For the Planet… Dillon will race the Get Bioethanol Chevrolet this weekend at Iowa Speedway showcasing the benefits of racing with earth-kind and engine-smart bioethanol blended fuel, Sunoco Green E15. Whether it’s delivering cleaner and cooler high-octane on the track or on your drive to the grocery store, plant-based bioethanol makes a positive impact on our planet and for future generations. NASCAR drivers have now officially raced 25 million NASCAR miles on Sunoco E15, a notable milestone since NASCAR introduced the fuel in 2011. Learn more about what fueling up with bioethanol means for you here.

Meet Dillon… Dillon is scheduled to make an appearance at the RCR Merchandise Hauler in the Iowa Speedway Fan Midway on Sunday at 10:40 a.m. Local Time. Stop by to meet the driver of the Get Bioethanol Chevrolet and purchase gear for race day. He is also scheduled for a question-and-answer session at the NASCAR Experience Stage at 11:45 a.m. Local Time.

AUSTIN DILLON QUOTES:

With this being only the second NASCAR Cup Series race at Iowa Speedway, what are you expecting out of the weekend?

“Iowa Speedway is one of those places where, when I show up, I feel really comfortable with the track. It’s a place where I’ve logged a lot of laps over the course of my career, and I’ve always enjoyed going there. Our great partners at Get Bioethanol always support us and a bunch of corn growers come out to support as well. Iowa is a short track, but it feels like a mile-and-a-half in some ways because of the speeds you can carry. Last year, it was tough to navigate the new patch, and I think the track will be a little bit slicker this year, so we’ll have to figure out what the new tires will do. When we get there, we’ll be working hard to make the car as fast as possible.”

Your teammate, Kyle Busch, participated in the Goodyear Tire Test back in June. Were you able to talk to him or any other drivers to hear their thoughts on the new tire and how it may impact this weekend’s race?

“Yes, in talking with Kyle (Busch), it was treacherous during the test because they were trying to lay down new rubber, and it was slick. The marbles were rough outside of the main groove, so you hope that when you get 40 cars out there in practice, it lays down some rubber and widens the track back out. That way, you can run all over that patch, from top to bottom. I’m hopeful that will happen, but it’ll take some time to break in and get fast. Eventually, you’ll be able to move around, but it’ll probably be one-lane dominant until more cars get on the track.”

Kyle Busch and the No. 8 Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen Chevrolet at Iowa Speedway… Kyle Busch will make his second NASCAR Cup Series start at Iowa Speedway this weekend, following the track’s premiere series debut in 2024. In his first start at the 7/8-mile oval, he secured a top-10 starting position, rolling off seventh on the grid. Busch is seeking redemption after an early exit in last year’s race.

Short Track Mastery… The driver of the No. 8 Cheddar’s Chevrolet has consistently delivered on NASCAR’s tightest circuits. Over the course of his career on tracks less than a mile, Busch has tallied 16 wins, 50 top-five finishes, 68 top-10 finishes, and has dominated the field by leading 5,557 laps.

Heartland Hustle… Busch has made two NASCAR Xfinity Series appearances at Iowa Speedway, scoring a victory and a runner-up finish. He controlled the competition across both races, leading a combined total of 239 laps.

Play Ball… Directly after qualifying on Saturday, Busch is scheduled to fly to Bristol, Tenn. in support of the MLB Speedway Classic presented by BuildSubmarines.com. The game, contested in the infield of Bristol Motor Speedway, will feature the Cincinnati Reds taking on the Atlanta Braves. The MLB Speedway Classic is the first American or National League game ever played in Tennessee and is set to break the all-time regular season single-game attendance record, with more than 85,000 tickets sold.

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Meet Busch… Busch is scheduled to make an appearance at the RCR Merchandise Hauler in the Iowa Speedway Fan Midway on Sunday, August 3 at 11:40 a.m. Local Time. Stop by to meet the driver of the Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen Chevrolet and purchase gear for race day. Busch is also scheduled to make an appearance at the Team Chevy Display for a question-and-answer session on Sunday, August 3 at 12:15 p.m. Local Time.

KYLE BUSCH QUOTE:

Are you looking forward to heading to Iowa Speedway this weekend? What do you expect?

“We went to Iowa Speedway for the tire test earlier this year, and we found out just how treacherous it is when there were only four of us there. You get out of the groove and your car just wants to take off to the wall. So, it was very, very sketchy. I’m not even sure which tire Goodyear ended up deciding to bring back to Iowa, but a lot of work has been done both internally at RCR and with Chevrolet to try to make sure that we’re the best prepared of anybody.”

Jesse Love and the No. 2 Whelen Chevrolet at Iowa Speedway… Jesse Love has made one career NASCAR Xfinity Series start at Iowa Speedway, driving the No. 2 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet last season. The Menlo Park, California native showed speed before a blown tire prematurely ended the event just past halfway. In addition, Love has competed in four ARCA Menards Series races at the 7/8-mile facility, posting one pole, one top-five and two top-10 finishes.

Standings Update… Through 21 regular season events, Love currently holds the fourth position in the Xfinity Series driver championship point standings – 48 points behind third-place Sam Mayer.

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Meet Love… On Saturday, August 2, fans have two opportunities to meet Love in the Fan Midway at Iowa Speedway. The young gun is scheduled to sign autographs at the RCR Merchandise Hauler at 12:40 p.m. Local Time. Immediately following, Love is scheduled to participate in a question-and-answer session at the Team Chevy Display at 1 p.m. Local Time.

JESSE LOVE QUOTE:

Describe racing at Iowa Speedway.

“Our Whelen Chevrolet was fast at Iowa last year, but we blew a right front and hit the fence. There were a lot of question marks about how the repave was going to affect the track before last year’s race, but we learned that the surface has more grip and speed than before. It’s harder to pass now, which makes the racing different than when I went there in ARCA. More than anything, we want to get our No. 2 car back in Victory Lane. Everyone on this team is working hard to make that happen.”

Austin Dillon and the No. 21 Bennett Transportation & Logistics Chevrolet at Iowa Speedway… Austin Dillon has made six career NASCAR Xfinity Series starts at Iowa Speedway, earning three top-five and four top-10 results (best finish of second in 2013). In addition, the Welcome, North Carolina native has competed in one NASCAR Cup Series, three NASCAR Truck Series, one ARCA Menards Series, and two NASCAR Pro Series East races at the 7/8-mile oval.

Winning Memories… Dillon’s career-first NASCAR Truck Series victory came at Iowa Speedway in 2010 driving the No. 3 Chevrolet for Richard Childress Racing. Dillon dominated the event, leading 187 of 200 laps in the race.

Did You Know? Dillon has captured poles in both NASCAR Xfinity and NASCAR Truck Series competition at Iowa Speedway. The 35-year-old’s pole position in the Xfinity Series came in 2013.

Second NXS Race of 2025… Dillon made his 2025 Xfinity Series debut earlier this season at Charlotte Motor Speedway, piloting the No. 3 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet. After being trapped a lap down with an ill-time caution, the veteran racer finished in the 13th position.

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AUSTIN DILLON QUOTE:

With stepping into the No. 21 car this weekend, what is the outlook for Saturday’s Xfinity Series race?

“Yeah, getting the chance to represent Bennett Transportation & Logistics and jump into the No. 21 car is an awesome opportunity. I hate it for Austin (Hill) and that team, because they’ve done such a good job of acquiring playoff points this year. After chatting with Austin (Hill), he didn’t mean to do it and it was a racing incident, but this is the outcome that NASCAR came to. I’m just excited to get in the car and hopefully bring something to help that group fight for a championship later this year. I told the team to do whatever they wanted with the car set up wise to try and help them learn for the end of the season. I’ve had some success in the Xfinity Series at Iowa, led a ton of laps there, and would consider it one of my better tracks. I want to go out there and perform well this weekend.”

Got a Damaged Car in Auckland? Here’s Why Car Wreckers Are Your Best Option

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Do you have a damaged or old vehicle in Auckland that’s costing you a lot in repairs? You’re not alone; many car owners in Auckland face this issue. Most people aren’t sure what to do with their damaged, old or unwanted vehicles. One of the best options is to sell your vehicle to car wreckers.

Certified wreckers, such as National Car Parts, make the process easy by providing top cash for cars, instant quotes, and free car removal services. Whether your vehicle is damaged, old, just won’t start, or has any other serious issues, Auckland car wreckers are your best option for turning a liability into something valuable.

Private selling a damaged car is more challenging than it sounds

If you’re thinking of selling your damaged car privately, it’s not easy. Here’s why?

  • Time-consuming: Selling a vehicle privately on platforms like Trade Me and Facebook Marketplace can be challenging. It requires time and patience that you may not possess.
  • Costly to repair before selling: You should repair your damaged vehicle to make it sellable, as long as the repair costs do not exceed the vehicle’s value.
  • Often rejected by buyers: Listing a car online, answering phone calls, negotiating, and arranging inspections takes time you may not have.

For many car owners, the hassle simply isn’t worth it.

Car Wreckers Offer a Fast & Simple Solution

Car wreckers are professionals who specialise in removing and recycling vehicles. They simplify the process of disposing of unwanted cars.

  • Quick Quotes: With just a phone call or online form, you can get an instant quote based on your vehicle’s condition & model.
  • Free Car Removal Service: Most car wreckers offer free car removal services, so you don’t have to worry about how to get the car off your property.
  • Quick Cash: Reputable car wreckers pay you cash on the spot for your vehicle.
  • No Paperwork Headache: They will handle the deregistration and paperwork for you.

For busy Auckland residents, this is the easiest way to dispose of an unwanted vehicle.

Car Wreckers Help The Environment Too

When you sell your vehicle to a certified car wrecker, it doesn’t just vanish into a landfill. Responsible wreckers do:

  • Recycle usable parts for sale
  • Reduce the waste from the landfill
  • Safely dispose of dangerous fluids and materials

In a country like New Zealand that is pushing for a more sustainable future, choosing a car wrecker is an eco-conscious move.

Why Choose National Car Parts in Auckland

Not all car wreckers are the same. National Car Parts features the most trusted and efficient car wreckers in Auckland. Here’s why:

Top Cash: They will offer you the best rate for your damaged or non-roadworthy vehicle.

Free, Same-Day Removal: They will come to you at your convenient time, whether you’re in South Auckland, North Shore, or Hamilton, and there are no towing or hidden charges.

No WOF? No Problem: Non-registered or WOF failed vehicles are also accepted.

All Makes, Models Accepted: From Toyota to Nissan, Mitsubishi to Honda, Ford, BMW, and Audi, they will accept all types of models.

Instant Process: To get a quote, fill out a form, accept your quote, and your vehicle will be gone and with cash in your hand.

Huge collection of used car parts: The have a very large collection os used or new car parts.

They have built a strong reputation in Auckland, Hamilton, North Shore, and surrounding areas for being quick, reliable, and trustworthy.

When Should You Contact a Car Wrecker in Auckland?

If your car is showing any of these options, it’s time to call a car wrecker:

  • It is too old and no longer used
  • Has major accident damage
  • Failed WOF
  • Takes too much cost to repair
  • Has engine or transmission failure
  • Has been sitting inactive for months & years

Don’t let it take up space in your driveway when you can earn some cash.

Conclusion

If you want to get rid of your damaged car, there’s no need to feel burdened. Whether it’s a crash-damaged sedan or a large truck that won’t start, Auckland car wreckers offer a simple process and fast cash for your vehicle. When it comes to choosing a certified company, National Car Parts is the right decision for you.

Stop worrying about towing, paperwork, or repairs. If your vehicle is not roadworthy, you can let them handle it.

Visit National Car Parts to get a free quote today!

Clean Air and Healthy Business: Benefits of Industrial Air Purification

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If your business focuses on manufacturing, purity, and a healthy workforce, chances are you’re already searching for a gas scrubber for sale. Air purification systems are critical for any business that operates with chemicals, fabrication, or large-scale manufacturing, and for good reason. Continue reading to learn more about wet scrubbers and how they’re used to ensure sustainable, efficient, and compliant industrial practices.

What Are Wet Scrubbers?

Wet scrubbers are large, liquid-based (often water) air pollution control devices. Wet scrubbers are designed to remove dangerous gases, vapors, and particulates from exhaust streams, preventing them from being released into the atmosphere. These systems’ scrub’ the air by using liquid contained within to capture the contaminants to be later disposed of responsibly.

Wet scrubbers excel at pollution-clearing tasks that deal with high temperatures, high humidity, along with chemical gases and acids. These key features of wet scrubbers make them ideal for many applications across many sectors.

Why Does Air Purification Matter to You?

Regulatory Compliance

To ensure a better world and ecosystem for future generations, agencies like the EPA have created strict air quality standards that businesses must adhere to. Failure can result in massive fines, shutdown, or litigation.

Employee Health

Exposure to airborne chemicals, dust, and toxins can lead to serious respiratory issues, illnesses, and serious diseases such as cancer. A worker doesn’t want to risk their well-being working in a business environment that isn’t looking out for them. A well-maintained gas scrubbing system creates a safe work environment and leads to reduced healthcare costs.

Protection of Assets

Having a robust air purification system will also ensure that corrosive materials do not wear down equipment essential to your business. Preserving your infrastructure will lower maintenance costs and reduce downtime.

Reputation

Fostering a business with forward-thinking disposal and pollution reduction systems will result in fewer complaints and boost your business’s reputation. Ensuring a clean operation demonstrates a commitment to the local area and your employees.

Is a Wet Scrubber Right for You?

If your business is involved with any sort of corrosive gas, fine particulates, or VOCs, you will need a wet gas scrubber. Here is a list of industries that benefit from wet scrubbers:

  • Chemical Processing
  • Smelting
  • Waste Management
  • Paper Mills
  • Biotech and Pharmaceuticals
  • Electronic Manufacturing

Additionally, consider the following when you are choosing a wet scrubber system for your business:

  • Type of Contaminant: Ensure that a wet scrubber can adequately handle the contaminant your facility produces.
  • Material: If the contaminants you deal with are corrosive, for example, ensure that your system is made of a material that can withstand them.
  • Airflow: Ensure that your potential system can operate without any performance drops.
  • Maintainability: A good wet scrubber should be easy to maintain with little downtime.
  • Monitoring: Automated systems are in place to ensure your business is alerted to failures and can track emissions.

Conclusion

Air purification is essential for any business that deals with airborne contaminants. Not only is it about compliance, but also about creating a healthier, sustainable, and efficient company. Wet scrubbers are a proven solution to air pollution reduction in industrial practices, so do not waste any time getting your business up to speed.

Investing in a gas scrubber today will lead to a stronger, cost-efficient business tomorrow!

Front Row Motorsports: Iowa Speedway Competition Notes – Noah Gragson

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Noah Gragson and the No. 4 Rasmussen Air & Gas Energy Ford Team
Iowa Speedway Competition Notes
Iowa Corn 350

Date: Sunday, August 3, 2025
Event: Race 25 of 38
Series: NASCAR Cup Series
Location: Iowa Speedway (0.875-miles)
#of Laps: 350
Time/TV/Radio: 3:30 PM ET on USA/MRN/SiriusXM channel 90

Noah Gragson Notes

The Iowa Speedway is up next on the NASCAR Cup Series schedule. Noah Gragson is no stranger to Iowa Speedway. He’s made multiple starts across NASCAR’s national and regional series at the 0.875-mile oval, with consistently strong results to show for it. In two NASCAR Xfinity Series starts at the track in 2019, he recorded finishes of sixth in June and fourth in July. His NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series performances include a sixth-place finish in 2017, when he also started from the pole, and a runner-up result in 2018. Additionally, in the ARCA Menards Series West (formerly the K&N Pro Series West), Gragson posted three top-six finishes—third and second in 2015, and sixth in 2016.

Rasmussen Air & Gas Energy (RAGE) returns with Front Row Motorsports to partner with Gragson and the No. 4 team for the 350-lap event. RAGE proudly manufactures, rents, sells, and services industrial air compressor systems and compressed gas equipment. Proudly based in Waterloo, Nebraska, RAGE has grown into a national operation with employees across the country and regional offices in Illinois, Kansas, Missouri, and Kentucky.

“At RAGE, we believe compressed air and gas deserve a seat at the table, right beside water, electricity, and natural gas, that’s why we call it the Fourth Utility,” said Larry Rasmussen, CEO, RAGE. “Compressed air powers nearly every product made today – and we engineer the systems that keep it flowing. Our return to NASCAR and FRM is more than visibility – it’s a celebration of what powers performance: speed, teamwork, and the technology behind the scenes.”

“I’m excited to get to Iowa this weekend — it’s always been a fun track and one I’ve had circled on the calendar for a while,” said Gragson. “I’ve got a lot of history there, going back to my K&N days in 2015. Last year we were fastest in practice, but loose in qualifying which caught us off guard. Everyone was slipping and sliding on the new asphalt. The corners were really dark where they repaved, but it’s lightened up quite a bit since then. What makes tracks like Iowa so great is how they age — the hot summers and freezing winters build character over time, and that’s what gives them their unique challenges. Iowa is a place I love going to and I’m looking forward to the weekend.”

Road Crew

Driver: Noah Gragson

Hometown: Las Vegas, Nevada

Crew Chief: Drew Blickensderfer

Hometown: Decatur, Illinois

Car Chief: Joey Forgette

Hometown: Iron Mountain, Michigan

Engineer: Dillon Silverman

Hometown: Chico, California

Engineer: Scott Bingham

Hometown: Lawrenceville, Georgia

Mechanic: Chris Trickett

Hometown: Grafton, West Virginia

Mechanic: Tony Infinger

Hometown: Fort Valley, Georgia

Tire Specialist: Chris Aunspaw

Hometown: Zelienople, Pennsylvania

Engine Tuner: Matt Moeller

Hometown: Monroe, New York

Spotter: Nick Del Campo

Hometown: Blauvelt, New York

Transporter Co-Driver: Nate “Cookie” Eller

Hometown: Granite Falls, North Carolina

Transporter Co-Driver: Matt Murphy

Hometown: Augusta, Georgia

Pit Crew

Front Tire Changer: Thomas Hatcher

Hometown: Middleburg, Florida

Rear Tire Changer: Adam Riley

Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia

Tire Carrier: Jarren Davis

Hometown: Jacksonville, Florida

Jackman: Nate McBride

Hometown: Vidalia, Georgia

Fueler: Ray Hernandez

Hometown: Orlando, Florida

RASMUSSEN AIR & GAS ENERGY

Rasmussen Air & Gas Energy was created and began doing business on March 1, 2013. We had the opportunity to take on a product line and ran with it. The name “RAGE” came from combining a few core words that make up our business- air, gas and energy. Adding in Rasmussen made the acronym, RAGE that has taken on a life of its own. Everyone wants “swag” to represent RAGE and you can spot our logo on vehicles driving down the road all over the United States.

What is RAGE? Compressed air systems and compressed gas systems are our core competence. The technologies range from fractional HP to 5,000 HP. Our territory is constantly expanding, and we have the top service technical team that travels to you. We feel our competition does a really good job, but RAGE takes it to the next level.

Why RAGE? At our core, we have an add value mentality. Not only do we provide efficiency and uptime for our customers, but we also have the best of the best within our organization. Without good people, there is no success. There is no doubt that RAGE is victorious because of our people. For more information, visit rage-energy.com.

ABOUT FRONT ROW MOTORSPORTS

Front Row Motorsports (FRM) is a winning organization in the NASCAR Cup and Craftsman Truck Series. The team is the 2021 Daytona 500 and 2022 Craftsman Truck Series champions. The team was founded in 2004 and is owned by successful entrepreneur, Bob Jenkins. FRM fields the No. 4, No. 34, and the No. 38 NASCAR Cup Series teams along with the No. 34 and No. 38 Craftsman Truck Series teams from its Mooresville, N.C. headquarters. Visit teamfrm.com and follow FRM on social media: Twitter at @Team_FRM, Instagram at @teamfrm and Facebook at facebook.com/FrontRowMotorsports.

AM Racing | Harrison Burton Iowa Speedway Xfinity Race Preview

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AM Racing | NASCAR Xfinity Series
Iowa Speedway | Hy-Vee Perks 250

Fast Facts

No. 25 AM Racing Team:
Driver: Harrison Burton
Primary Partner(s): Morton Buildings
Manufacturer: Ford Mustang
Crew Chief: Danny Efland
Spotter: Kevin Hamlin
Chassis Intel: AMR Chassis No. 077
Engine: Roush-Yates Engines
2025 Driver Points Position: 13th | 2025 Owner Points Position: 14th

Notes of Interest:

● Junior Journey: AM Racing will embark on its junior year journey in the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2025 with driver Harrison Burton for the entire 33-race tour, continuing with Saturday afternoon’s running of the Hy-Vee Perks 250 at Iowa Speedway.

● Future Focused: In September 2024, AM Racing announced that NASCAR Cup Series winner Harrison Burton would join the family-owned operation to pilot the team’s No. 25 Ford Mustang, beginning with the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season-opener from Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway on February 15, 2025.

Burton, a native of Huntersville, N.C., has been a staple in the NASCAR Cup Series for the past three seasons but will embrace a return to the NASCAR Xfinity Series and continue his relationship as a driver of the Ford blue oval.

Burton, 24, arrives on the scene at AM Racing after a 108-race stint driving for the historic Wood Brothers Racing team.

● Welcome Back, Morton Buildings! This weekend at Iowa Speedway, AM Racing and Harrison Burton welcome back Morton Buildings, who will serve as the team’s primary partner at the Newton, Iowa-based race track.

Morton Buildings Inc., headquartered in Morton, Illinois, is the industry leader in post-frame manufacturing and construction. At Morton, the difference is in the details. From cutting-edge innovations and best-in-class warranty to their craftsmen in the field, Morton Buildings is dedicated to surpassing expectations.

Their legacy of excellence in construction spans more than a century and has more than a quarter-million satisfied customers.

Morton Buildings is 100% employee-owned and proud to be ranked No. 36 on the National Center for Employee Ownership (NCEO) 2024 Employee Ownership 100 list, which includes the nation’s largest companies that are at least 50% owned by an employee stock ownership plan.

For more information, please visit mortonbuildings.com.

This weekend is the second and final scheduled race of 2025, where Morton Buildings will adorn the primary placements.

● Critical Summer Stretch: Iowa Speedway marks the penultimate weekend of a pivotal nine-race stretch that is helping define the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoff picture ahead of the postseason opener at Bristol Motor Speedway in September.

Over the past two months, the series has tackled a diverse mix of tracks—each with its own challenges and characteristics. That trend continues this weekend with a highly anticipated stop in the Midwest at the fan-favorite Iowa Speedway.

The stretch concludes next weekend as the series shifts back to road course racing at the iconic Watkins Glen International in New York’s Finger Lakes region on August 9.

Throughout this critical run, Burton has posted an average finish of 14th, leaving him just 10 points shy of the Playoff cutline with five races remaining in the 2025 Xfinity Series regular season.

● Harrison Burton NASCAR Xfinity Series Iowa Speedway Stats: Saturday afternoon’s Hy-Vee Perks 250 will mark Harrison Burton’s second NASCAR Xfinity Series start at the 0.875-mile paved short track.

In his previous NASCAR Xfinity Series effort at Iowa Speedway, Burton notched a fourth-place finish after starting 10th in the 2019 CircuitCity.com 250 while driving for Joe Gibbs Racing.

Burton also brings valuable experience at Iowa Speedway, having made one NASCAR Cup Series start at the track.

In June 2024, he competed in the inaugural Iowa Corn 350 powered by Ethanol, driving the iconic No. 21 Ford Mustang for the Wood Brothers. After starting 25th, Burton methodically worked his way forward to finish 20th in the historic event.

● Harrison Burton NASCAR Xfinity Series Career Stats: Entering Iowa, Burton has 96 career NASCAR Xfinity Series starts to his credit with four wins, 27 top-five and 55 top-10 finishes, and a championship-best result of eighth, twice in 2020 and 2021, respectively.

Burton’s four wins in the NASCAR Xfinity Series occurred during the 2020 season. Burton, the son of former NASCAR driver and current television analyst Jeff Burton, captured the checkered flag at Auto Club (Calif.) Speedway, Homestead-Miami (Fla.) Speedway, Texas Motor Speedway and Martinsville (Va.) Speedway, respectively.

Burton maintains a solid Xfinity Series average finishing position of 12.5 in four years of competition.

In addition to the 96 Xfinity Series starts, he has achieved 109 NASCAR Cup Series starts, 40 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series starts and 52 career starts across the ARCA Menards Series platforms.

● Indianapolis Motor Speedway | Pennzoil 250 Race Recap: The NASCAR Xfinity Series made its lone visit to the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway, tackling the flat, technical 2.5-mile oval for 100 grueling laps of high-speed intensity and unforgiving competition.

Despite showing speed early with the seventh-fastest lap in practice, the team was unable to secure a top-10 starting spot in qualifying and settled for 20th on the grid.

From the drop of the green flag, Burton began steadily working his way forward. However, contact with another competitor in Stage 1 resulted in a spin that sent him to the back of the field.

Undeterred, Burton mounted a strong recovery through the remainder of Stage 1 and Stage 2, climbing back into contention and positioning himself just outside the top-10.

On the final restart, though, Burton was caught in the wrong lane, stalling his forward momentum and placing him in the middle of a chaotic multi-car shuffle.

The contact and congestion ultimately relegated him to an 18th-place finish at the checkered flag.

Despite the finish and his opportunity for his eighth top-10 of the year, Burton secured his 15th top-20 finish of the season for AM Racing.

● Thanks For Your Support: With 63 percent of the 2025 Xfinity season complete, AM Racing and Harrison Burton would like to thank their partners for their continued support: AIRBOX Air Purifier, Blue Wolf Cleaner & Degreasers, Dead On Tools, DEX Imaging, Eagle Rentals, Flying Circle, Mechanix Wear, Morton Buildings, Racing Radios, Volt Batteries and WIX Filters.

● From the Pit Box: Veteran race engineer and former NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Danny Efland is Harrison Burton’s crew chief.

He will serve as crew chief for his 26th career NASCAR Xfinity Series race — and his first at Iowa Speedway in a leadership role on Saturday afternoon.

In his previous 25 Xfinity Series starts, he has collected one pole (Daytona International Speedway | February 2016), two top-five and eight top-10 finishes.

● Follow on Social Media: For more on AM Racing, please visit AMRacingteam.com, like their Facebook page (AM Racing), or follow them on Instagram and X | Twitter @AMRacingNASCAR.

For more on Harrison Burton, please visit theharrisonburton.com, like his Facebook page (Official Harrison Burton), or follow him on Instagram (@harrisonburton12) and X | Twitter (@hburtonracing).

Harrison Burton Quoteboard:

On Iowa Speedway: “I’m excited to get back to Iowa Speedway this weekend. It’s a place with a lot of character, and it really puts things in the driver’s hands.

“I’ve had the chance to race here in both the Xfinity and Cup Series, so I’m looking forward to using that experience to our advantage.

“Every point matters right now, and with how tight the Playoff picture is, this weekend is a great opportunity for us to make up some ground.”

On Keys to Success at Iowa Speedway: “Track position is going to be huge at Iowa. It’s one of those places where you really have to fight to stay up front, especially on the long runs. The restarts can get pretty wild, and it’s tough to pass once things get strung out.

“We’ll need to qualify well, execute on pit road, and make the right adjustments to keep the car balanced throughout the race. If we can do that, we’ll put ourselves in a good spot to contend.”

On Battle for Playoff Cutline: “We are in the thick of the Playoff fight, and every point matters at this stage. It’s pretty wild that Jeb’s (Burton) the one holding that last spot — I’ve got a ton of respect for him as my cousin, but we’re both out here trying to earn our way in.

“For us, it’s about executing every weekend, maximizing stage points and putting ourselves in position for strong finishes. I believe in this AM Racing team and we’re going to keep digging until we’re on the right side of that cutline.”

On Indianapolis Motor Speedway Finish: “We had solid speed in our car this weekend, and I really felt like we were making progress after that early spin.

“Unfortunately, on that last restart, we just got stuck in the wrong lane and things got a little chaotic. It’s frustrating to come away with 18th when I think we were capable of a top-10 and we lost the opportunity to score some points, but we’ll regroup and keep digging.”

On 2025 Season Outlook: “I still genuinely believe we can continue to turn some heads in 2025. Now that we’re past the halfway point, our goals haven’t changed, they’re still within reach.

“This AM Racing team has what it takes to fight our way above the Playoff cutline and stay there.

“We’ve got a great group of people and partners who continue to believe in what we’re building. Nothing would mean more to me than delivering AM Racing its first Xfinity Series win, locking into the Playoffs, and making a serious run at the championship.”

Race Information:

The Hy-Vee Perks 250 (250 laps | 250 miles) is the 21st of thirty-three (33) NASCAR Xfinity Series races on the 2025 schedule. Practice will take place on Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 10:05 a.m. to 10:55 a.m. Qualifying will follow, launching at 11:05 a.m. The 38-car field will take the green flag shortly after 3:30 p.m. CT (4:30 p.m. ET), with live coverage on The CW Network, the Motor Racing Network (Radio) and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90. All times are local (ET).

About AM Racing:

AM Racing is a multi-tiered, multi-faceted Motorsports program headquartered in Statesville, N.C.

Established in December 2015, AM Racing is prided on faith, honesty and intelligent performance.

In its ninth year of competition, the family-owned team will compete in the ARCA Menards Series, the NASCAR Xfinity Series and various Dirt Modified events.

Fox Corporation Acquires One-Third Interestin Penske Entertainment

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Strategic Investment and Partnership Launches New Era of Growth Across INDYCAR that Includes a Multi-Year Extension of INDYCAR’s Media Rights with FOX Sports

INDIANAPOLIS (Thursday, July 31, 2025) – Penske Entertainment and Fox Corporation (“FOX” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX), the parent company of FOX Sports, today announced an investment in the future of North America’s premier open-wheel racing series, with FOX’s acquisition of a one-third interest in Penske Entertainment, inclusive of INDYCAR and the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

The investment is expected to supercharge a new era of growth for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, the most competitive and dynamic motorsport on the planet. This includes:

  • Innovative and industry-leading racing and entertainment events
  • A hyper-engaged digital strategy and immersive content focus
  • Enhanced promotion and star-building opportunities for NTT INDYCAR SERIES drivers

Today’s announcement also includes a multi-year extension of INDYCAR’s media rights with FOX Sports.

“This partnership is built on long-standing trust and a shared vision for the future,” Roger Penske said. “FOX sees the incredible potential across our sport and wants to play an active role in building our growth trajectory. Lachlan Murdoch and his team, starting with Eric Shanks, are committed to our success and will bring incredible energy and innovation to INDYCAR.”

FOX Sports acquired INDYCAR’s media rights in 2025, bringing fresh promotional resources and significantly larger reach to the NTT INDYCAR SERIES. This year’s Indianapolis 500 on FOX averaged 7.01 million viewers, a 41 percent increase over the previous edition and a 17-year high. So far, the 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season is averaging a 31 percent increase in viewership year-over-year.

“We’re thrilled to join the INDYCAR ownership group at such a pivotal time for the sport,” said Eric Shanks, CEO & Executive Producer, FOX Sports. “INDYCAR represents everything we value in live sports — passionate fans, iconic venues, elite competition and year-round storytelling potential. This investment underscores our commitment to motorsports and our belief in INDYCAR’s continued growth on and off the track. We’re excited to help elevate the sport to new heights across all platforms.”

This news builds on wider momentum across the sport, marked by rising attendance and record crowds at several events this year, including a sell-out of the Indy 500. INDYCAR has invested heavily in digital growth recently, launching a new mobile APP, web site and fantasy platform while also generating 1 million new social followers. The SERIES will also add a new showcase to its calendar in 2026, racing through Arlington’s entertainment district through a first-of-its-kind joint venture with the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers.

The NTT INDYCAR SERIES is the only premier motorsport in North America with every race on U.S. network television. It features an international field of the world’s most versatile drivers who compete on superspeedways, short ovals, street circuits and permanent road courses. The 2025 season continues with the Grand Prix of Portland on Sunday, Aug. 10 at 3 p.m. ET on FOX.

Also, part of the Penske Entertainment family, the world-famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway is annually home to the largest single-day spectator sporting event on the planet, the Indianapolis 500. This year’s “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing” featured a crowd of more than 300,000 people. The famed venue is steeped on more than a century of racing heritage and has the largest seating capacity of any sporting venue across the globe.

About Penske Entertainment

Penske Entertainment is a leading provider of world-class sports and entertainment, encompassing INDYCAR and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. It is a subsidiary of Penske Corporation, a closely-held, diversified, on-highway, transportation services company whose subsidiaries operate in a variety of industry segments, in retail automotive, truck leasing, transportation logistics and professional motorsports. Penske Corporation manages businesses with consolidated revenues of more than $45 billion, operating in over 3,300 locations and employs more than 73,000 people worldwide.

About Fox Corporation

Fox Corporation produces and distributes compelling news, sports, and entertainment content through its primary iconic domestic brands, including FOX News Media, FOX Sports, FOX Entertainment, FOX Television Stations and Tubi Media Group. These brands hold cultural significance with consumers and commercial importance for distributors and advertisers. The breadth and depth of our footprint allows us to deliver content that engages and informs audiences, develop deeper consumer relationships, and create more compelling product offerings. FOX maintains an impressive track record of news, sports, and entertainment industry success that shapes our strategy to capitalize on existing strengths and invest in new initiatives. For more information about Fox Corporation, please visit www.FoxCorporation.com.

About FOX Sports

FOX Sports is the umbrella entity representing Fox Corporation’s wide array of multi-platform US-based sports assets. Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, the business has ownership and interests in linear television networks, digital and mobile programming, broadband platforms, multiple web sites, joint-venture businesses and several licensing relationships. FOX Sports includes the sports television arm of the FOX Network; FS1, FS2, FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes. FOX Sports’ digital properties include FOXSports.com and the FOX Sports App, which provides live streaming video of FOX Sports content, instant scores, stats and alerts to iOS and Android devices. Also included in FOX Sports’ portfolio are FOX’s interests in joint-venture businesses Big Ten Network and the UFL and a licensing agreement that established the FOX Sports Radio Network.

Kaulig Racing – Weekly Preview | Iowa Speedway

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  • LeBron James’ I PROMISE School: This week at Kaulig Companies Headquarters in Hudson, Ohio, Matt Kaulig headed up a school supply drive for third through eighth grade students at the LeBron James Family Foundation’s I PROMISE School. Kaulig Giving has partnered with LeBron James’ foundation to help local Akron, Ohio area students every year since 2018. To see more on the event, click HERE.
  • Play Ball: Ty Dillon will make the trip from Iowa Speedway on Saturday evening to Bristol Motor Speedway for the Speedway Classic between the Atlanta Braves and the Cincinnati Reds. Dillon will take part in pre-game activities as Major League Baseball makes its debut at ‘The Last Great Coliseum.’ Fans can tune in for the game on FOX starting at 7:15 p.m. ET.
  • The Ride of the Season: After starting the In-Season Challenge as the 32nd seed, Ty Dillon knocked out multiple heavy hitters in the bracket style elimination and made his way to the Championship Round at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. With a Cinderella Story for the ages, Dillon came up just shy of winning the Million Dollar prize against Ty Gibbs.

At Iowa Speedway:

Kaulig Racing has made two NASCAR Cup Series starts at Iowa Speedway.
In the NASCAR Xfinity Series, Kaulig Racing has made 12 starts at Iowa, earning four top-10 finishes.

 10 Team Info

Crew Chief: Andrew Dickeson

Partner: Sea Best

Ty Dillon, No. 10 Sea Best Camaro ZL1
Sea Best: Sea Best will serve as the primary partner of the No. 10 Chevrolet this weekend at Iowa Speedway with Ty Dillon and Kaulig Racing. Sea Best proudly serves as the flagship brand of Beaver Street Fisheries, a family-owned and operated company based in Jacksonville, Florida. As one of the nation’s largest importers, manufacturers, and distributors of seafood and meat, the Sea Best brand is synonymous with premium-quality seafood. Its product lineup includes a wide range of frozen fish fillets—such as ahi tuna, mahi-mahi, cod, and catfish—along with shrimp, scallops, and lobster.

This week the No. 10 Sea Best Chevrolet will feature retail partner Hy-Vee. Hy-Vee is synonymous with quality, variety, convenience, healthy lifestyles, culinary expertise and superior customer service. Its slogan, “A Helpful Smile in Every Aisle,” expresses the foundation of the company’s operating philosophy. Hy-Vee operates more than 280 retail stores in eight Midwestern states, including Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota and Wisconsin.

Meet Ty Dillon:

Sunday, August 3

Ty Dillon will be at to the Chevrolet Merchandise Hauler at 11:15 a.m. CT to meet fans and sign autographs on Sunday, August 3.

At Iowa Speedway:

  • Ty Dillon will make his first Cup Series start at Iowa Speedway this weekend for the Iowa Corn 350 on Sunday, August 3, when the Cup Series makes his second appearance at the Newton, Iowa track.
  • While this will be the first start for Dillon in the Cup Series, he has starts at the short track in the Xfinity Series, Truck Series and ARCA Series.
  • In the Xfinity Series, Dillon has six starts with four top-five finishes, five top-10 finishes and all six finishes in the top 14. His best finish in the series is second in both 2016 races. Dillon’s best showing at the track in the series was during the July 30, 2016, race where Dillon started the race 15th and led 83 of the 250 laps before finishing second to Erik Jones.
  • In the Craftsman Truck Series, Dillon has four starts with two top-five finishes and three top-10 finishes. He has a career-best finish of second in 2012 and has led a total 110 laps at the track in the series.
  • Dillon has two starts at the track in the ARCA Menards Series, including his lone win at the track in 2011 when he won from the pole position after leading 193 of 200 laps.

“With the In-Season Challenge over, we’re going into Iowa this weekend and resetting our goals to continue the momentum of the last five weeks and finish our season on a strong note. Iowa has always been one of my favorite tracks, but its been a while since I’ve run there. The surface is really old and worn out and the patches add character and make it unique for us. It’s going to be cool to be back there again this weekend.” – Ty Dillon on Iowa Speedway  

16 Team Info

Crew Chief: Trent Owens

Partner: Celsius

AJ Allmendinger, No. 16 Celsius Camaro ZL1
Celsius: Celsius is known for their better-for-you lineup of energy and hydration products, all zero sugar and created with essential vitamins. As the Official Energy Drink of Kaulig Racing, Celsius fuels Allmendinger and the No. 16 team every race weekend to keep them performing at their best.

Meet AJ Allmendinger:

Friday, August 1

AJ Allmendinger with be at the Freeway Meat & Grocery 5500 East University Ave. Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 on Friday, August 1, at 6:15 P.M. CT to meet fans, sign autographs and sample Celsius.

At Iowa Speedway:

So far in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season, AJ Allmendinger has earned one top five and five top-10 finishes. Allmendinger currently sits 18th in driver point standings.
 
“Iowa was a unique racetrack last year; with the repaved corners and the old pavement straight aways, it made the track tricky. It will be interesting to see, after a year with the repaved corners, how the track feels. Last year, we had decent speed before the issues we had. I enjoyed driving the track and I’m looking forward to getting back there, continuing the find speed in our race car and putting together a strong weekend.” – AJ Allmendinger on Iowa Speedway  

10 Team Info

Crew Chief: Kevin Walter

Partner: Champion Container

Daniel Dye, No. 10 Champion Container Chevrolet
Champion Container: Champion Container, a family-owned business specializing in industrial packaging and container solutions, will be onboard Daniel Dye’s No. 10 Chevrolet for the HyVee Perks 250 at Iowa Speedway.

At Iowa Speedway:

Daniel Dye will make his second NASCAR Xfinity Series start at Iowa Speedway. In his first start at Iowa with Kaulig Racing last year, he earned a top-10 finish.
Dye has made two ARCA Menards Series starts at Iowa and earned a runner-up finish.
 
“Iowa is another track I had the opportunity to make an Xfinity Series start at with Kaulig Racing last year and ended up coming home with a top-10 finish. I almost won an ARCA race there a few years ago, so it’s been a track that’s been pretty good to me in the couple of starts I’ve made there. Hopefully we can carry some momentum from our top-10 finish last week.” – Daniel Dye on Iowa Speedway  

11 Team Info

Crew Chief: Eddie Pardue

Partner: Benesch

Carson Hocevar, No. 11 Benesch Chevrolet
Benesch: Benesch and Kaulig Racing will team up at Iowa Speedway for the HyVee Perks 250. Benesch, an AmLaw 200 law firm with more than 450 attorneys and offices in Chicago, Cleveland, Columbus, New York, San Francisco, Shanghai and Wilmington, continues to be recognized by the legal industry.

At Iowa Speedway:

Carson Hocevar has two starts at Iowa Speedway. He made his track debut in 2019 in the ARCA Menards Series where he earned a fourth-place finish and in last seasons inaugural NASCAR Cup Series race at the track, Hocevar finished 14th.
 
“I love to race, anywhere, anytime, so when I was asked to drive the Kaulig Xfinity car at Iowa, I jumped at the opportunity,” said the enthusiastic Hocevar. “I’m grateful to the team at Kaulig Racing for believing in me and to Jeff Dickerson and my Spire team for letting me have some fun with the 11 team this weekend. I promise to make the most of it.” – Carson Hocevar on Iowa Speedway  

16 Team Info

Crew Chief: Alex Yontz

Partner: Celsius

Christian Eckes, No. 16 Celsius Chevrolet
Celsius: Christian Eckes will drive the No. 16 Celsius Chevrolet at Iowa Speedway in the HyVee Perks 250. Celsius is known for their better-for-you lineup of energy and hydration products, all zero sugar and created with essential vitamins.

At Iowa Speedway:

Christian Eckes will make his first start at Iowa Speedway in the NASCAR Xfinity Series in the HyVee Perks 250.
Eckes has made one start at Iowa in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series and four starts in the ARCA Menards Series, earning a best finish of second.
 
“It’s been a long time since I’ve raced at Iowa, but I’m looking forward to getting back there with our No. 16 team. We were fortunate enough to do the tire test a few months back with Chevrolet, so I’m optimistic that we will have a great handle on the car when we unload. The track was pretty treacherous and different than what I remembered with the new asphalt, so making sure that our No. 16 Celsius Chevy is good both short-term & long-term will be important.” – Christian Eckes on Iowa Speedway  

Meet the Kaulig Racing Drivers

Friday, August 1

AJ Allmendinger with be at the Freeway Meat & Grocery 5500 East University Ave. Pleasant Hill, IA 50327 on Friday, August 1, at 6:15 P.M. CT to meet fans, sign autographs and sample Celsius.

Sunday, August 3

Ty Dillon will be at to the Chevrolet Merchandise Hauler at 11:15 a.m. CT to meet fans and sign autographs on Sunday, August 3.
 
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.

Why Holistic Addiction Treatment Is Gaining Popularity in Canada: A Look Inside Modern Rehab Centers

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In recent years, holistic addiction treatment has moved from the periphery of recovery options into the mainstream of Canadian healthcare. With the rise in substance use and co-occurring disorders, individuals and families are increasingly seeking comprehensive care that not only addresses physical dependency, but also nurtures emotional healing, mental health, and spiritual well-being.

What Makes Holistic Treatment Different?

Unlike traditional models focused solely on detox and withdrawal, holistic addiction programs, particularly those at luxury rehab centers, aim to heal the whole person. They integrate medical, psychological, and spiritual support into a personalized treatment plan that’s rooted in the mind-body connection. Patients don’t just quit substances – they rebuild their lives.

Key components often include:

  • Alternative therapies such as yoga, meditation, acupuncture, and breathwork
     
  • Mindfulness practices for emotional regulation and stress reduction
     
  • Nutrition and recovery plans tailored to the individual’s needs
     
  • Spiritual counseling to reconnect with personal values and purpose
     
  • Trauma-informed approaches to address the root causes of addiction
     

These modalities are supported by licensed therapists, mental health support teams, and structured aftercare planning to help ensure long-term sobriety.

Inside Canada’s Modern Rehab Facilities

Across Canada, modern rehab centers are evolving into warm, restorative spaces that reflect this shift in philosophy. Rather than clinical institutions, they resemble healing retreats, offering both inpatient and outpatient care based on client needs.

For example, facilities like https://thefarmrehab.com/ combine evidence-based treatment with holistic strategies to offer clients a truly natural recovery environment. Programs here are designed to be immersive, with daily routines centered around mindfulness-based therapy, movement, lifestyle change, and reflective practices.

Why Canadians Are Embracing Holistic Rehab

The popularity of holistic rehab centers in Canada is rising for several compelling reasons:

  1. Patient-centered care delivers a more humane, personalized experience.
     
  2. Integrated care acknowledges the complexity of mental health and addiction.
     
  3. Relapse prevention strategies include building resilience through healthy habits.
     
  4. Growing demand for alternative addiction therapy aligns with cultural trends in wellness.
     
  5. Some centers incorporate indigenous healing methods, reconnecting people with land and tradition.
     

Public awareness and some government support programs have also contributed to this shift, making these once “alternative” options more accessible.

Building a Life Beyond Addiction

The goal of holistic addiction treatment goes beyond sobriety: it supports the creation of a healthier, more purposeful life. With a focus on emotional healing, healthy relationships, and daily purpose, clients are equipped with tools to sustain recovery far beyond the walls of the facility.

As more Canadians seek lasting transformation, modern rehab facilities embracing this model are poised to redefine what effective recovery looks like – not as a quick fix, but as a lifelong journey supported by compassion, structure, and hope.

How to Make Maximum Payouts in the Casino Game?

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Before aiming to maximize your payouts in casino games, it’s important to understand what “payout” actually means. To put it simply, a payout is the sum of money that a player gets after they win a wager. Each game has its own payout structure, odds, and house edge. While some games offer unusual but enormous prizes, others offer smaller, more frequent winnings. Knowing how payouts are structured in games is the first step toward choosing the right approach and increasing your chances of walking away with substantial mega888 winnings.

Choose the Right Games for Higher Returns

Not all casino games have equal payout potential. Slot machines may offer massive jackpots, but they usually come with a higher house edge, meaning the odds are stacked against you in the long run. On the other hand, games like blackjack, baccarat, and video poker generally offer better return-to-player (RTP) percentages and lower house edges. Table games that involve an element of strategy are often a better choice for maximizing payouts, because they reward skill and luck. The key is to pick games that align with your knowledge, strategy, and risk tolerance. Many players exploring online platforms such as SlotoCash Casino keep this in mind when choosing where and how to play.

Learn the Rules and Strategies Thoroughly

Many casino games offer an opportunity to improve your odds through skillful play. Blackjack, for instance, has one of the lowest house edges if played correctly, but that requires knowledge of basic strategy and optimal decisions. Poker involves reading opponents and mastering betting tactics. Even slot machines benefit from understanding paylines, bonus rounds, and volatility. When you fully understand how a game works, you’re better equipped to make informed decisions that can lead to higher winnings.

Manage Your Bankroll with Discipline

Without proper control of your funds, even a few bad decisions can wipe out your potential for winnings. Divide your bankroll into smaller portions for each session and avoid chasing losses. This disciplined approach allows you to play longer and wait for the right opportunities to bet big when the odds are in your favor. Strategic betting—rather than emotional betting—greatly improves your chances of securing larger payouts over time.

Take Advantage of Bonuses and Promotions

Welcome bonuses, free spins, cashback offers, and loyalty rewards can all boost your mega88 playing power without increasing your own financial risk. By using these bonuses wisely, you can play more games and increase your chances of hitting a high-paying outcome. When used correctly, these promotional offers can significantly enhance your payout potential.

Bet Strategically, Not Recklessly

Instead, it means knowing when to increase your bet and when to play conservatively. In many games, such as roulette or blackjack, betting patterns can be adjusted based on current performance, probability, and strategy. For example, progressive betting systems, while risky, can be useful if used with caution. Similarly, betting maximum coins or lines in slot games is often the only way to qualify for jackpot payouts. Smart betting, guided by knowledge and timing, is much more effective than blind aggression.

Stick to Games with High RTP

Return-to-player (RTP) percentage is a critical metric for evaluating how generous a casino game is. While no game guarantees profit, choosing titles with RTPs above 95% gives you a better statistical chance of seeing consistent returns. Some video poker variants, for instance, boast RTPs of over 99% when played with perfect strategy. High RTP slots are also a great choice for players who prefer automated play but still want a chance at decent payouts.

Practice Before Playing with Real Money

These are valuable tools for practicing strategy, learning game mechanics, and getting comfortable with the interface. Use these opportunities to test your betting patterns, understand the volatility of a game, and develop a feel for how and when payouts occur. Practice not only sharpens your skills but also helps you make smarter choices when amounts.

Conclusion

Maximizing payouts isn’t just about how much you win—it’s also about knowing when to stop. Many players fall into the trap of overplaying, letting winning streaks turn into losing sessions. Set a target for your winnings and consider cashing out when you reach it. Walking away at the right moment preserves your profits and reinforces positive gaming habits. Remember, casino games are designed to favor the house over time, so capturing your wins when the odds are momentarily in your favor is a smart and effective strategy.

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