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Berry, No. 21 Team Head to the Wood Brothers’ Home Turf for Fan Day and Martinsville Weekend

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#21: Josh Berry, Wood Brothers Racing, Motorcraft Quick Lane Ford Mustang

Josh Berry and the No. 21 Motorcraft/Quick Lane team are heading to home territory for the Wood Brothers this weekend – with the team’s 75th Anniversary Fan Day set for Friday at the Wood Brothers Museum in Stuart, Virginia, followed by Sunday’s Xfinity 500 at nearby Martinsville Speedway.

“Fan Day on Friday is a really cool way to close out the Wood Brothers’ 75th anniversary season,” Berry said. “It’s awesome to see so many former drivers coming back to be part of it and to put on a great event for the fans who’ve supported this team for generations.”

Fan Day will run from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. and feature driver appearances, Q&A sessions, autograph opportunities, raffle prizes, trivia, giveaways and more. Expected attendees include Berry, Donnie Allison, Trevor Bayne, Ryan Blaney, Harrison Burton, Dale Jarrett, Paul Menard, Elliott Sadler, and Michael Waltrip.

Berry, long regarded as a short-track standout, is also eager to return to Martinsville, where he led 40 laps during Stage 1 of the spring race before an electrical issue ended his strong run.

“Martinsville’s a special place for the Wood Brothers, and I’m excited to get back there,” Berry said. “We had a really fast car in the spring before some electrical issues, so hopefully we can build on that and have a strong weekend.”

Practice for the Xfinity 500 is scheduled for Friday at 4:30 p.m. ET, followed by qualifying at 5:40 p.m., both airing on truTV. Sunday’s 500-lap, 263-mile event goes green just after 2 p.m. ET on NBC, with Stage breaks at Laps 130 and 260.

For those attending Fan Day, the Wood Brothers Museum is located at 21 Performance Drive, Stuart, VA 24171. For a full schedule and event details, visit woodbrothersracing.com.

About Motorcraft®
Motorcraft offers a complete line of replacement parts that are recommended by Ford Motor Company. From routine maintenance to under hood repairs, Motorcraft parts offer value with high quality and the right fit at competitive prices. Motorcraft parts are available nationwide at Ford Dealers and Lincoln Retailers, independent distributors and automotive-parts retailers, and are backed by the Service Parts Limited Warranty* of Ford Motor Company. For more information, visit www.motorcraft.com.
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Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center offers extraordinary service for routine maintenance, serving all vehicle makes and models. Quick Lane provides a full menu of automotive services, including tires, oil change and maintenance, brakes, batteries, alternator and electrical system, air conditioning system, cooling system, transmission service, suspension and steering, wheel alignment, belts and hoses, lamps and bulbs and wiper blades plus a thorough vehicle checkup report. Service is performed by expert technicians while you wait at any of nearly 800 locations in the U.S., with evening and weekend hours available and no appointment necessary. For more information about Quick Lane, please visit www.quicklane.com.
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About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is a global company based in Dearborn, Michigan, committed to helping build a better world, where every person is free to move and pursue their dreams. The company’s Ford+ plan for growth and value creation combines existing strengths, new capabilities and always-on relationships with customers to enrich experiences for customers and deepen their loyalty. Ford develops and delivers innovative, must-have Ford trucks, sport utility vehicles, commercial vans and cars and Lincoln luxury vehicles, along with connected services. The company does that through three customer-centered business segments: Ford Blue, engineering iconic gas-powered and hybrid vehicles; Ford Model e, inventing breakthrough EVs along with embedded software that defines exceptional digital experiences for all customers; and Ford Pro, helping commercial customers transform and expand their businesses with vehicles and services tailored to their needs. Additionally, Ford is pursuing mobility solutions through Ford Next, and provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. Ford employs about 177,000 people worldwide. More information about the company and its products and services is available at corporate.ford.com.

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

About Wood Brothers Racing
Founded in 1950 by Hall of Famer Glenn Wood in Stuart, Virginia, Wood Brothers Racing holds a special place in NASCAR history as the sport’s longest-running team. Over eight decades, the team has earned 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.

Fletcher Takes Mazda MX-5 Cup at Martinsville with Photo Finish

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MARTINSVILLE, Va. (Oct. 23, 2025) – The second-ever Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin race at Martinsville Speedway somehow matched— and maybe even exceeded— the thrills of the inaugural race. In a green-white-checker finish, Jeremy Fletcher (No. 22 McCumbee McAleer Racing) beat Westin Workman (No.13 BSI Racing) to the line by 0.003-second at the iconic half mile NASCAR track.

Coming off last year’s fantastically entertaining debut race, there was no shortage of hype surrounding the second year of Mazda MX-5 Cup racing at Martinsville. Once again, race fans got another amazing show with battles for the lead throughout the 100 laps and very few yellow flags.

The drama started before the race even began because Nathan Nicholson (No. 56 Advanced Autosports), the fastest driver in qualifying, was sent to the back of the grid for failing post-qualifying tech. This put Frankie Barroso (No. 50 Spark Performance) in the pole spot for the first time in his Mazda MX-5 Cup career.

Barroso held his own against Fletcher, the newly crowned MX-5 Cup Champion, and Workman before the trio began to battle for the lead. Behind them, Nicholson was making up ground quickly and sportscar superstar Earl Bamber (No. 31 Hendricks Motorsports), who started sixth, was moving in to claim a spot on the podium.

When the caution flag came out for the lap 50 stage break, Workman was the leader, followed by Fletcher and Bamber, then Jagger Jones (No. 86 BSI Racing) and Nicholson. That would not be how the second stage started, however. New this year, during the stage break, a fan pulled a number out of a hat that set an inversion for the top 10. The fan pulled the number seven, which meant the top seven cars inverted for the start of stage two.

Ironically, the driver who was seventh and thus inherited the pole for the next stage, was Barroso.

On his second shot at leading the field to green, Barroso was once again able to defend his lead, but it didn’t take long for Nicholson, who had a great start, to get around him and into the lead and Fletcher followed.

The race looked like it was reverting back to how the field was running at the end of stage one until Ethan Tovo (No. 30 McCumbee McAleer Racing) bounced off the side of Bamber and into the barrels at the entrance to the track’s former pit lane. A red flag was issued to clean up the area and replace the barrels, but Tovo and Bamber’s races were done.

The race resumed with 27 laps to go and Nicholson in the lead. He and Workman were able to pull away from the field, but a late-race yellow created a green-white-checkered situation, just like last year.

After finishing runner-up in last year’s race, Workman had learned re-starting on the inside, behind the leader, was the place to be. He lined up behind Nicholson for the start, with Fletcher taking the outside of the front row.

Workman was unable to execute a bump-and-run on Nicholson, the way it was used on him last year, and Fletcher could only hang on to the outside for so long before he had to fall in line behind Nicholson.

Coming off the back straight on the final lap, Nicholson went defensive, pulling to the inside, this slowed both his and Fletcher’s corner entry dramatically. The two made side-to-side contact as Workman quickly caught and tagged the rear bumper of Fletcher, who got sideways and nearly put Nicholson in the wall.

Nicholson had to back out of the throttle and Fletcher and Workman drag raced to the finish line for a photo finish. The timing screens showed the winner was Fletcher by 0.003-second.

“I was on the radio asking for advice (about the restart),” Fletcher said. “My car chief Dalton Dow once called on the radio and tells me that I’m not here to win the race unless I go to the top side. So, I went to the top because I wasn’t going to let him say that and look where it got us.”

Fletcher learned a lot from last year’s race that he was able to use toward this year’s victory.

“We all knew that the invert was coming, and we wanted to stay clean for the first 50 laps,” Fletcher said. “I was happy to sit behind Weston [Workman]. It kind of turns to chaos in the last 50. We learned that last year. I was just kind of waiting for that. I think I timed it decently. I wasn’t in a position I would ideally want to be on that last lap, on the top side, but it paid out in our favor.”

On top of the $250,000 Fletcher got for winning the championship two weeks ago, he received a cool $25,000 for the win Thursday night and a Martinsville clock.

Finishing second again was tough for Workman, but he knew he had done everything he could to get the win.

“Last year was replaying in my head, and honestly, I just tried to do what happened to me last year,” Workman said. “Nicholson did a good job of holding his own. I thought maybe Fletcher and Nicholson would take each other out, and I was going to slot through for the win, but just came up short this year. It sucks to finish second again, but I’m happy to be here and happy BSI finished two and three.”

Jones was thrilled to complete the podium at Martinsville after finishing 16th in last year’s race and having to put a pause on his 2025 MX-5 Cup season after a big crash on the St. Petersburg street circuit.

“I didn’t really get much practice today,” Jones said. “We had some issues, so if I hadn’t run here last year, I would have been in trouble. I just took what I learned about protecting the bottom, which was huge, especially this year, and just took that experience and was able to come home P3.”

Polesitter Frankie Barroso was able to finish fourth, while Sally Mott (No. 15 Spark Performance) earned her first ever MX-5 Cup top five finish.

The 2025 Mazda MX-5 Cup season has officially come to an end. The 2026 season kicks off January 21 at Daytona International Speedway.

All races from the 2025 season can be watched anytime on the IMSA and RACER YouTube channels.

About: The Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Michelin is the signature spec series for Mazda Motorsports. The series has been operated by Andersen Promotions since 2017 and is currently sanctioned by IMSA. Mazda-powered grassroots champions can earn Mazda scholarships for this pro-level series. The Whelen Mazda MX-5 Cup awards more than $1 million in prizes and scholarships.

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

How To Find High Quality Polaris Accessories?

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Polaris accessories help you to make your ride look cooler and perform better. Riders often wish to upgrade their polaris for a better experience. But often they face issues while finding the right one. Actually, it’s hard to choose the best accessories among so many options. Even if you manage to choose one, there is no guarantee that those accessories are of good quality. Sometimes in pictures, it looks great. But, when you get it, it mayn’t meet your expectations. And sometimes, it falls apart after a few rides. So yeah, finding the top quality polaris accessories is a bit tricky.

Don’t be afraid. In this article, we will discuss how to overcome this problem. I’m going to explain how to find high-quality polaris accessories. We will consider your budget but ensure quality while choosing the accessories.

In this article, we’re going to break down everything about polaris accessories. It includes the definition of Polaris accessories, buying guide, quality checking, and also discusses warranties, and reviews. We will also discuss how to avoid fake products or scams, and make sure the accessories fit your polaris by comparing the model details.

What Are Polaris Accessories? 

Polaris accessories are additional parts that are used to improve the looks of Polaris’s vehicles like ATVs, UTVs, and snowmobiles. It also improves performance, and comfort. Some common polaris accessories are bumpers, roofs, mirrors, LED lights, utv windshield, bars, winches, storage boxes, upgraded seats and more. You can customize your Polaris according to your needs like farming, trail riding, hunting, etc.

How to find high quality polaris accessories on a budget?

1. Start from the Official Polaris Store: 

The safest and trusted place for buying polaris accessories is their official website. Or you can try their trusted dealers. They make accessories based on the exact model, so they fit perfectly. As they also test every product, so these are of good quality. But, they are a bit costly. So, if budget is not an issue, go for this.

2. Choose Known and Trusted Brands: 

There are some companies that make amazing polaris parts too. These brands are known for their good quality products. But before buying anything, you’ve to check Google reviews or check reviews on social public Polaris groups. If you see positive comments and reviews from users, it’s a good sign.

3. Look Closely at the Material: 

To get good quality accessories, you’ve to look closely at the materials. Most of the good accessories are made from strong stuff like aluminum, stainless steel, or heavy-duty plastic. If it looks too light or feels cheap, don’t buy it. As it’s a sign of a bad product and won’t last long. And, always read the product description. If they don’t mention product materials details, that’s a red flag.

4. Always Read Real Reviews: 

Before buying anything online, always make sure to read reviews from other buyers. Also, you can check reviews on YouTube or other social media groups where you can directly discuss with people who have experience using it.

5. Watch Out for Fake Deals: 

Sometimes, you may see a site selling an item for way cheaper than everywhere else. It’s probably a fake or scam site. Even if it’s not fake, there’s a high chance that the product is of low quality. It is better to compare prices on different trusted sites. Sometimes, paying a little more ain’t bad if the product lasts longer.

6. Check the Warranty: 

To get a good quality product, always search for warranty or easy return options. Most of the good brands have trust in their products and they give warranty and easy return policy. If they don’t offer any warranty or return option, it might be of bad quality and not worth the risk.

7. Make Sure It Fits Your Model: 

Before purchasing anything, match the accessory’s product name to your polaris model. Compare your model number and the product details to ensure that it will fit. If you skip this step, it may lead to mismatched parts.

Conclusion:

Finding the best polaris accessories can be tricky, but it’s not impossible. You can start with trusted sources like the official Polaris store or popular brands, then check materials and quality, read real reviews, and compare product details with your polaris model. In addition, you can look for warranties, and check reliable websites. Finally, the last step is to ask the polaris community on Facebook, Reddit, forums, or other social media platforms about the product quality.

RCR Race Preview: Martinsville Speedway

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Richard Childress Racing in the NASCAR Cup Series at Martinsville Speedway… In 195 NASCAR Cup Series starts at Martinsville Speedway, RCR has seven victories, including five by Dale Earnhardt (1985-fall, 1987-spring, 1988-spring, 1991-spring, and 1995-fall). Ricky Rudd won the fall race at Martinsville in 1983, which was RCR’s first Cup Series win on an oval. Kevin Harvick won the 2011 spring race at Martinsville, his first victory at the .526-mile paved speedway. The team owns 31 top-five and 66 top-10 finishes entering Sunday afternoon’s race.

Richard Childress Racing in the NASCAR Xfinity Series at Martinsville Speedway… RCR has two NASCAR Xfinity Series victories at Martinsville Speedway, most recently earning the win with Austin Hill this past spring. Kevin Harvick captured the 2006 event in dominating fashion, leading 149 of 250 laps. Clint Bowyer, Harvick’s teammate, finished a close second, crossing the finish line .271 seconds behind. Harvick and Bowyer combined to lead 207 of the event’s 250 laps enroute to a 1-2 finish. In 19 NASCAR Xfinity Series starts at Martinsville Speedway, the Welcome, N.C., based team has two wins, one pole, six top-five and eight top-10 finishes.

Do You Remember? Dale Earnhardt’s Martinsville Speedway victory in April 1987 capped off a dominating stretch for RCR and the legendary driver. Earnhardt took the lead from Geoff Bodine with 17 laps to go to score his fourth consecutive NASCAR Cup Series victory. The Martinsville win was Earnhardt’s sixth victory in eight races to start the season and included a sweep of short track races at Richmond Raceway, Bristol Motor Speedway and North Wilkesboro Speedway plus superspeedway wins at Rockingham Speedway and Darlington Raceway.

Join Us On Streamily… RCR and Streamily, the premier platform for live virtual events, are teaming together for an exclusive interactive experience featuring Richard Childress, Kyle Busch and Austin Dillon. The virtual event is scheduled to take place on October 29, 2025 at 7 p.m. ET on Streamily’s interactive platform, allowing fans to participate in a Q&A session before watching RCR personalities sign and personalize memorabilia in real time. Fans can learn more about the event and pre-order items for signing now at https://streamily.com/rcrteam.

The Cowboy Way… The Carolina Cowboys, a professional bull riding team in the PBR Teams league, owned by Richard Childress and Jeff Broin with Austin Dillon serving as the team’s general manager, are finished the regular season fifth in the league with a 19-16 record on the season. The Cowboys now set their focus on the PBR Teams Series Championship, scheduled to take place at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, October 24-26. For more information on the Carolina Cowboys, 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’ IAA and Ritchie Bros. 250 at Martinsville Speedway will be televised live Saturday, October 25, beginning at 7:30 p.m. ET on The CW. The race will be broadcast live on the Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90. Saturday’s practice and qualifying session will be shown for free on The CW App beginning at 1 p.m. ET.

Watch Us on NBC… The NASCAR Cup Series’ Xfinity 500 at Martinsville Speedway will be televised live on Sunday, October 26, beginning at 2 p.m. ET on NBC. The race will be broadcast live on the Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90. NASCAR Cup Series practice and qualifying on Saturday will be broadcast on truTV beginning at 4:30 p.m. ET. 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.

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Austin Dillon and the No. 3 Bass Pro Shops/Winchester Waterfowl Chevrolet at Martinsville Speedway… In 23 NASCAR Cup Series starts at Martinsville Speedway, Austin Dillon boasts three top-five and four top-10 finishes. He earned his best finish of third in April 2022 at the half-mile short track after starting from the 23rd position. Dillon finished 18th in the spring race this year after starting 18th.

Beyond Cup… The 2011 NASCAR Truck Series Champion has made five starts at Martinsville Speedway in the Truck Series, earning his best finish of third in October 2011.

Get to the Points… Dillon, who punched his ticket into the 2025 post season with a dominating performance and win at Richmond Raceway on August 16, was eliminated from the NASCAR Playoffs following the Round of 16. He is currently ranked 15th in the standings.

About Bass Pro Shops… Bass Pro Shops is North America’s premier outdoor and conservation company. Founded in 1972 when avid young angler Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, today the company provides customers with unmatched offerings spanning premier destination retail, outdoor equipment manufacturing, world-class resort destinations, and more. In 2017, Bass Pro Shops united with Cabela’s to create a “best-of-the-best” experience with superior products, dynamic locations, and outstanding customer service. Bass Pro Shops also operates White River Marine Group, offering an unsurpassed collection of industry-leading boat brands, and Big Cedar Lodge, America’s Premier Wilderness Resort. Under the visionary conservation leadership of Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops is a national leader in protecting habitat and introducing families to the outdoors and has been named by Forbes as “one of America’s Best Employers.” Bass Pro Shops has a long relationship with RCR, dating back to 1998. For more information, visit basspro.com.

Winchester XPERT®… For decades, XPERT® high-velocity steel shotshells have provided proven success for waterfowl hunters. Waterfowlers of all generations can connect over the dependability and consistent performance that Winchester XPERT® shotshells are known for. Featuring corrosion resistant shot and high velocities that allow for increased range and shorter leads, Winchester XPERT® Waterfowl shotshells are offered in a wide range of gauges and payloads to match any waterfowler’s needs.

Meet Dillon… Dillon is scheduled to make a stop at the RCR Merchandise Hauler in the Martinsville Speedway Fan Zone on Sunday, October 26, at 10:40 a.m. Local Time to greet race fans and sign autographs. Stop by and get your new RCR gear.

AUSTIN DILLON QUOTE:

Short track racing has been the highlight of the season for the No. 3 team. While Richmond Raceway is much different than Martinsville Speedway, do you have confidence going into that race with a shot at a good result?

“I love short tracks, and Martinsville Speedway has been solid for us over the years. We have had opportunities to run really well there. One of the first Next Gen races there, I had a shot to win and ran third or fourth. You have hard braking and it’s hard to get around that little paperclip. It’s a fun track to race at.”

Kyle Busch and the No. 8 BetMGM Chevrolet at Martinsville Speedway… Sunday’s Xfinity 500 will mark Kyle Busch’s 41st career NASCAR Cup Series start at Martinsville Speedway. Busch has two wins, two poles, 17 top-five finishes and 21 top-10s at the .526-mile oval. Additionally, the 40-year-old driver has led 1,429 laps, has an average starting position of 12, an average finishing position of 13.4, and has completed 98.2 percent (19,295 of 19,658) of the laps he’s contested there.

Did You Know? Entering this weekend’s race, Busch has been running at the finish in 39 consecutive Cup Series races at Martinsville Speedway.

Twice a Cup Series Winner at Martinsville… Busch earned his first Cup Series victory at Martinsville in April 2016. He completed the first-ever sweep of a Martinsville race weekend, leading 352 laps on the way to claiming his first Cup win in 22 starts at the .526-mile oval. A day earlier, he won the Truck Series race to claim his first-ever grandfather clock trophy. In October 2017, he claimed the Cup Series victory in a wild overtime finish, beating Martin Truex Jr. to the stripe by .141 seconds.

Success Not Limited to the Cup Series… In addition to his Cup Series success at Martinsville, the veteran racer also has two NASCAR Truck Series wins at the Virginia paperclip, victorious at the Spring races in both 2016 and 2019.

About BetMGM… BetMGM is a market leading sports betting and gaming entertainment company, pioneering the online gaming industry. Born out of a partnership between MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) and Entain Plc (LSE: ENT), BetMGM has exclusive access to all of MGM’s U.S. land-based and online sports betting, major tournament poker, and online gaming businesses. Utilizing Entain’s U.S.-licensed, state-of-the-art technology, BetMGM offers sports betting and online gaming via market-leading brands including BetMGM, Borgata Casino, Party Casino and Party Poker. Founded in 2018, BetMGM is headquartered in New Jersey. For more information, visit https://sports.betmgm.com/en/blog.

Meet Busch… Busch is scheduled to make a stop at the RCR Merchandise Hauler in the Martinsville Speedway Fan Zone on Sunday, October 26, at 10:05 a.m. Local Time to greet race fans and sign autographs. Stop by and get your new RCR gear. Fans can then catch the two-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion squaring off against Ty Dillon in NASCAR Family Feud at 11:00 a.m. Local Time on the NASCAR Experience Stage. Busch will then make his way to the Pre-Race Stage in the infield for a Q&A at 11:45 a.m.

KYLE BUSCH QUOTES:

What is the key to getting a win at Martinsville Speedway?

“It’s a tough racetrack and, any time you come in the pits and make an adjustment on your car, you certainly hope it goes the right way, or you make enough of it, or you don’t make too much of an adjustment. The last run can be tricky, too, because you can be coming off a 50-lap run on right-side tires and take four and you’ve only got 30 (laps) to go, or you could have 80 (laps) to go and you know you have to manage that run all the way to the end.”

What do you feel is the biggest key to performing well at Martinsville Speedway?

“I think just being able to get comfortable, get settled and make sure that you’re good to go for those long hauls. Don’t worry about what lap it is, ever, during a race. That’s the worst thing that could happen to you. You just try to not ever worry about what lap you’re on or what’s going on around you. You just keep battling, keep driving, keep your focus forward on what you’re doing.”

Jesse Love and the No. 2 Whelen Chevrolet at Martinsville Speedway… Jesse Love has made three career NASCAR Xfinity Series starts at Martinsville Speedway. The Menlo Park, California native secured his best result of ninth in the 2024 Spring race and his best qualifying effort of fourth at the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 races.

Last Chance to Advance… Two spots remain up for grabs in the Championship 4 of the Xfinity Series Playoffs and it all comes down to this weekend at Martinsville Speedway. Last weekend at Talladega Superspeedway, Love earned his third consecutive pole at the Alabama track, before leading 19 laps and finishing the race 10th. Love earned 40 points for his efforts, and while he remained third in the standings, grew his lead to 40 points ahead of the cutline. While a win would directly advance Love to the Championship 4, he could also advance by earning 28 points throughout the race.

About Whelen Engineering… Whelen Engineering is a family-owned company with a pioneering spirit and a passion to protect the lives of those who protect and serve others. The company mission is to provide industry-defining safety solutions around the world, while creating a community of problem-solvers who are inspired to push boundaries and continue our legacy of delivering ground-breaking innovation. As a global leader in the emergency warning industry, Whelen has been trusted to perform since 1952, when George Whelen III invented the first rotating aviation beacon. Whelen now encompasses two state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Connecticut and New Hampshire with over 750,000 square feet of engineering and manufacturing space and the largest design staff in the industry. Every part of every Whelen product is proudly designed and manufactured in America. We embrace quality as our foundation, and we celebrate innovative engineering in every product we produce.

Meet Love… On Saturday, October 25 at 4:10 p.m. Local Time, Love is scheduled to sign autographs with his RCR teammate, Austin Hill, at the RCR Merchandise Hauler in the Fan Zone at Martinsville Speedway. Stop by to meet the driver of the No. 2 Whelen Chevrolet and purchase gear for race day.

JESSE LOVE QUOTE:

You travel to Martinsville Speedway this weekend for the final race in the Round of 8 in pretty good position to lock-in a spot in the Championship 4. What is your mindset and the plan going into this race?

“I’m really looking forward to going to Martinsville. We’re plus 40 on the cutline. It’s been a pretty solid and steady Round of 8 for us even though Talladega didn’t finish how we wanted to, with having to pit for fuel. I am still proud of the points day that we had and the Playoffs that we’ve been able to run for. Obviously, plus 40 is a really good spot, and we’re not locked in by any means, but we’re pretty close. We just have to have a good Stage 1, Stage 2, get some good stage points and qualify up front, and if we can do that, hopefully we can lock in by the time the race is over with. Just have to be on top of our game with the points scenarios and have another solid and steady race so we can close out this Round of 8 and go to Phoenix and have a shot.”

Austin Hill and the No. 21 Global Industrial Chevrolet at Martinsville Speedway… Austin Hill has made seven career NASCAR Xfinity Series starts at Martinsville Speedway, earning his first victory at the Virginia short track earlier this season. The Winston, Georgia native has posted two top-five and three top-10 finishes while driving the No. 21 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet. Hill has also competed in 11 NASCAR Truck Series events at the “Paperclip,” earning one top-five (second in 2021) and three top-10 results.

Tick, Tock, Winner… The last time the Xfinity Series visited Martinsville Speedway, Hill captured RCR’s 100th Xfinity Series victory. The 31-year-old completed a last-corner pass to claim the famous grandfather clock trophy and the Xfinity Dash 4 Cash $100,000 bonus.

Talladega Sweep… One week ago at Talladega Superspeedway, Hill continued his superspeedway dominance by capturing both stage wins, leading a total of 48 laps, and earning the victory. This marked a sweep of both Xfinity Series races at the Alabama track this season and Hill’s record setting 10th drafting track win in the series.

Did You Know? With his win at Talladega Superspeedway, Hill has won four races in each of the last three consecutive Xfinity Series seasons.

Owner Championship Bound… Hill and the No. 21 team punched their ticket into the Xfinity Series owner championship with their win at Talladega Superspeedway. Next weekend at Phoenix Raceway, the No. 21 Chevrolet will be one of four eligible cars to earn the owner championship title.

About Global Industrial… For over 75 years, Global Industrial has been the source for industrial equipment and supplies for businesses of all sizes and the public sector. They have been – and continue to be – a leader, and an authority, for supplying industrial-strength equipment that delivers uncompromising quality at an exceptional value with experts who understand the unique needs of our customers.

Meet Hill… On Saturday, October 25 at 4:10 p.m. Local Time, Hill is scheduled to sign autographs with his RCR teammate, Jesse Love, at the RCR Merchandise Hauler in the Fan Zone at Martinsville Speedway. Stop by to meet Hill and purchase No. 21 gear before the green flag waves.

AUSTIN HILL QUOTE:

Now that the No. 21 team is locked into the Owner Championship, what is the outlook for this weekend at Martinsville Speedway?

“It’s a lot easier going into Martinsville, knowing that we are no longer points racing. We are already locked into racing for an owner championship next week in Phoenix. We are going to Martinsville to win. Our Global Industrial team will most likely play some strategy, maybe flip stages, depending on how the cautions fly. We might even run it backwards like a road course if the cautions work out the right way. We are going to be on the offense. That’s how we were in the spring, which put ourselves in contention to capitalize and be in the top-five, seven range at the end and then capture the grandfather clock. When it comes to the end of these Martinsville races, everyone is going for it, and you have to be the one to come out on top. The No. 21 team did it in the spring so there is no reason why we can’t do it again.”

NASCAR Unveils 2026 Whelen Modified Tour Schedule

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Stafford, Oxford Return to the Calendar; Thompson to Host Season Finale

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Oct. 23, 2025) – NASCAR today revealed the 2026 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour schedule, a 16-race slate that blends tradition, competition, and fan-favorite venues. The new season marks the highly anticipated return of Stafford Speedway and Oxford Plains Speedway, while the championship finale moves back to its storied home at Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park.

“Regional racing has always been the bedrock of NASCAR, and the Whelen Modified Tour stands as its longest lasting and forever thriving cornerstone,” said Joseph Dennewitz, Managing Director, NASCAR Regional. “The Whelen Modified Tour is where the engines pound, legends rise, and the spirit of competition burns brightest. We listened to the fans and the drivers, and built a schedule worthy of that fire — one that honors the past, fuels the present, and charges headlong into the future of raw, gritty Modified racing.”

The Tour will once again kick off at New Smyrna Speedway on Saturday, Feb. 7, marking the fifth straight year the high-powered Modifieds will open their season at the 0.48-mile Florida oval near NASCAR headquarters.

From there, the series will appear on some of NASCAR’s biggest weekends. On Friday, March 27, the Tour will set the stage at Martinsville Speedway, opening a weekend that includes the NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Cup Series. Later in the season, on Saturday, August 22, the Modifieds will headline the NASCAR weekend at New Hampshire Motor Speedway.

Two beloved tracks make their long-awaited returns in 2026. Oxford Plains Speedway rejoins the Tour for the first time since 1991 with a race on May 2, while Stafford Speedway returns on August 28 with the Riverhead Building Supply 150 for the first time since 2021.

“There’s no place like home for the Modifieds, and Stafford Speedway has always been that home,” said Paul Arute, Chief Operating Officer of Stafford Speedway. “Our history with the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour runs deep, spanning generations. With support from our partners at Riverhead Building Supply, we’re proud to welcome the Tour back and continue that tradition next August.”

“Riverhead Building Supply is a proud sponsor of Stafford Speedway, and we’re excited to see the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour return to the premier short track in 2026,” said Eric Goodale, Director of Marketing at Riverhead Building Supply and a competitor on the Tour. “The rich history shared between Stafford and RBS makes this partnership a perfect fit to bring the best in Modified racing back to the New England racing community.”

The 2026 calendar also features the return of White Mountain Motorsports Park (June 20), Monadnock Speedway (July 25), and Oswego Speedway (Sept. 5)—all familiar stops for the Tour’s loyal fanbase. Claremont Motorsports Park is also back on the schedule for the first time since 2022.

Classic short tracks remain the heartbeat of the series.

  • Seekonk Speedway (Massachusetts) will host races on May 16 and July 1.
  • Riverhead Raceway (New York) will stage events on May 30 and September 19.
  • Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park (Connecticut) returns with three marquee events: the Icebreaker on April 12, a mid-summer midweek race on August 5, and the Tour’s season finale on October 11 as part of the World Series of Speedway Racing.

While eyes turn to 2026, the 2025 Whelen Modified Tour title will be decided tonight at Martinsville Speedway in the Virginia is for Racing Lovers 200 (7:30 p.m. ET, live on FloRacing).

Austin Beers enters the finale with a 14-point lead over Justin Bonsignore and can clinch his first series championship by finishing eighth or better. Bonsignore, the defending Martinsville winner, will look to spoil the celebration at the historic 0.526-mile oval.

Fans can watch the season finale live on FloRacing and find complete schedule and ticket details at nascar.com/whelen-modified-tour

2026 NASCAR WHELEN MODIFIED TOUR SCHEDULE

DATERACE / TRACK
Saturday, February 7, 2026New Smyrna Speedway
Friday, March 27, 2026Martinsville Speedway
Sunday, April 12, 2026Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park
Saturday, May 2, 2026Oxford Plains Speedway
Saturday, May 16, 2026Seekonk Speedway
Saturday, May 30, 2026Riverhead Raceway
Saturday, June 20, 2026White Mountain Motorsports Park
Wednesday, July 1, 2026Seekonk Speedway
Friday, July 10, 2026Claremont Motorsports Park
Saturday, July 25, 2026Monadnock Speedway
Wednesday, August 5, 2026Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park
Saturday, August 22, 2026New Hampshire Motor Speedway
Friday, August 28, 2026Stafford Motor Speedway
Saturday, September 5, 2026Oswego Speedway
Saturday, September 19, 2026Riverhead Raceway
Sunday, October 11, 2026Thompson Speedway Motorsports Park

About NASCAR

The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) is the sanctioning body for the No. 1 form of motorsports in the United States and owner of 14 of the nation’s major motorsports entertainment facilities. NASCAR sanctions races in three national series (NASCAR Cup Series™, NASCAR Xfinity Series™, and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series™), four international series (NASCAR Brasil Series, NASCAR Canada Series, NASCAR Euro Series, NASCAR Mexico Series), four regional series (ARCA Menards Series, ARCA Menards Series East & West and the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour) and a local grassroots series (NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series). The International Motor Sports Association™ (IMSA®) governs the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship™, the premier U.S. sports car series. NASCAR also owns Motor Racing Network, Racing Electronics, and ONE DAYTONA. Based in Daytona Beach, Florida, with offices in five cities across North America, NASCAR sanctions more than 1,200 races annually in 11 countries and more than 30 U.S. states.

For more information visit www.NASCAR.com and www.IMSA.com, and follow NASCAR on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, X and Facebook. 

Kaulig Racing Weekly Preview | Martinsville Speedway 2

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At Martinsville Speedway:

  • Kaulig Racing has made 14 starts at Martinsville Speedway in the NASCAR Cup Series.
  • In the NASCAR Xfinity Series, the team has earned three top five and 12 top-10 finishes at Martinsville.

 10 Team Info

Crew Chief: Andrew Dickeson

Partner: Grizzly Nicotine Pouches

Ty Dillon, No. 10 Grizzly Nicotine Pouches Camaro ZL1
Grizzly Nicotine Pouches: Grizzly Nicotine Pouches will serve as the primary partner this weekend at Martinsville Speedway for Ty Dillon and the No. 10 Chevrolet. Grizzly Nicotine Pouches is a tobacco leaf-free product available nationwide (where permitted).

Meet Ty Dillon:

Sunday, October 25

Ty Dillon will be at the Chevrolet Merchandise Hauler at 10:30 a.m. ET to meet fans and sign autographs.
Dillon will be at the NASCAR Experience Stage for a friendly game of Family Feud at 11:00 a.m. ET.

At Martinsville Speedway:

  • Earlier this season, Ty Dillon finished 15th in the Cook Out 400 at Martinsville Speedway.
  • Sunday will mark Dillon’s 14th NASCAR Cup Series start at the Virginia short track. In his 13 previous starts at the track, Dillon has a career-best finish of 13th in 2018.
  • Dillon has seven NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series starts at ‘The Paperclip’ with a best finish of second in 2012 and a total of 18 laps led at the track in the series.

“We were really strong at Martinsville earlier this year. I think we’re going to have a good shot at hopefully qualifying well. It’s important to start in a good spot for the race at Martinsville. I love Martinsville. It’s a fun one. It’s physical. It’s good for the fans. A lot of bumping and banging with how short and tight it is. It creates a lot of chaos, a lot of frustration and a lot of excitement throughout the race. If we can have a fast car and execute the weekend, I think we’re going to have a really strong outing.” – Ty Dillon on Martinsville Speedway  

16 Team Info

Crew Chief: Trent Owens

Partner: Black’s Tire Service

AJ Allmendinger, No. 16 Black’s Tire Service Camaro ZL1
 
Black’s Tire Service: Kaulig Racing is teaming up with Black’s Tire Service for the Xfinity 500 NASCAR Cup Series race weekend. Black’s Tire Service (BTS) will serve as the primary partner on AJ Allmendinger’s No. 16 Chevrolet at Martinsville Speedway to highlight BTS Tire and Wheel Distributors across the Carolina’s. With more than 70 locations in both North and South Carolina, BTS remains a local, family owned and operated tire seller and wholesaler. Since 1929, BTS partners with independent tire dealers for tires, equipment and supplies. Visit www.blackstire.com for more details and service.

At Martinsville Speedway:

  • AJ Allmendinger has made 26 NASCAR Cup Series starts at Martinsville Speedway, earning two top fives, seven top-10 finishes and leading 50 laps.
  • So far in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season, Allmendinger has earned two top five finishes, seven top-10 finishes and one pole award. He has led 42 laps in the No. 16 Chevrolet.
  • “Martinsville is a racetrack that’s been challenging to us over the last couple years with this car. We’ve made some gains there, so I’m looking forward to getting on track to see if we’ve found more speed. I thought in the spring, we had some positive takeaways. We’re looking to build off what we learned in the spring and keep working hard to finish these last two races strong.” – AJ Allmendinger on Martinsville 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 IAA and Ritchie Bros. 250 at Martinsville Speedway.

At Martinsville Speedway:

  • Daniel Dye made his first NASCAR Xfinity Series start at Martinsville Speedway earlier this year with Kaulig Racing, where he earned a seventh-place finish.
  • Dye has also made three starts at the short track in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.

“I generally get excited to race at Martinsville. The playoff guys will be racing hard; some may get desperate, so you’ve got to be ready for some level of chaos. We ran well there in the spring and got a top-10 finish, so I’m excited for another shot at it.” – Daniel Dye on Martinsville Speedway  
 
11 Team Info

Crew Chief: Eddie Pardue

Partner: Campers Inn RV Mobile Medic

Brenden Queen, No. 11 Campers Inn RV Mobile Medic Chevrolet
Campers Inn RV Mobile Medic: Brenden Queen will drive the No. 11 Campers Inn RV Mobile Medic Chevrolet at Martinsville Speedway. Campers Inn RV Mobile Medic is the premier mobile RV service provider for Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand. Its industry-certified technicians provide fast and reliable service on a variety of maintenance tasks right at its customers’ campsites. The mobile medic will also be at many of the race tracks on the NASCAR schedule.

At Martinsville Speedway:

  • Brenden Queen will make his first NASCAR Xfinity Series start at Martinsville Speedway in the IAA and Ritchie Bros. 250.
  • He has made 10 starts at the short track in the infamous Valley Star Credit Union 300 in the Late Model Stock division.
  • Queen has made three starts with Kaulig Racing, earning a ninth-place finish in his second start at Kansas Speedway. He is set to finish out the season in the team’s No. 11 entry.

“I’m super excited to go to a track where I have quite a bit of late model stock experience. I feel like this is a great opportunity as we finish out the year to go back to my short track roots. Martinsville has always been one of my favorite places. Watching the races there growing up, to now finally living out the dream of chasing a clock in the Xfinity car is truly special.” – Brenden Queen on Martinsville 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 Martinsville Speedway in the IAA and Ritchie Bros. 250. Celsius is known for their better-for-you lineup of energy and hydration products, all zero sugar and created with essential vitamins.

At Martinsville Speedway:

  • Christian Eckes has made one NASCAR Xfinity Series start at Martinsville Speedway with Kaulig Racing, where he led 22 laps, before ultimately being taken out of contention in a late-race incident.
  • Eckes has also earned two wins and two pole awards in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series at Martinsville.
  • Following his fourth-place finish at Talladega Superspeedway last weekend, Eckes has earned six top fives in the 2025 season.

“Martinsville is one of my favorite tracks every year, and will always be a special place for me, having had some success there in the truck series. Earlier this year, we had one of our better races at Martinsville, but just got caught up in some of the chaos at the end. I’m hopeful we can replicate that and be there at the end in our No. 16 Celsius Chevy.” – Christian Eckes on Martinsville Speedway  

Meet the Kaulig Racing Drivers

Sunday, October 25

Ty Dillon will be at the Chevrolet Merchandise Hauler at 10:30 a.m. ET to meet fans and sign autographs.
Dillon will be at the NASCAR Experience Stage for a friendly game of Family Feud at 11:00 a.m. ET.
 
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.

Front Row Motorsports Extends Zane Smith in Multi-Year Agreement

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Ryan Bergenty to Continue as Crew Chief for Smith and No. 38 Team

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (October 23, 2025) – NASCAR Cup Series driver Zane Smith has signed a multi-year extension with Front Row Motorsports (FRM) to drive the No. 38 Ford Mustang Dark Horse

The 26-year-old Huntington Beach, Calif. native is finishing up his second season as a full-time NASCAR Cup Series driver, having earned three top-five and ten top-10 career finishes and one career pole. Smith’s first full-time season in 2024 was aboard the No. 71 car for Spire Motorsports, before he returned to FRM to drive the No. 38 Ford this season under the direction of Crew Chief Ryan Bergenty.

“We’ve had an up-and-down year, but heading into the offseason, I feel like we’ve put our program in a great position to hit the ground running in 2026,” said Smith. “Front Row has always felt like home — the people, both on the road and at the shop, truly make this a special place and I’m excited for what next season holds.”

Smith first joined FRM in 2022 to drive the organization’s No. 38 Ford F-150 in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. In one of his most dominating seasons, Smith raked in four wins, 14 top-five finishes, led 492 laps, won the regular season championship, and finished the season off by winning at the Phoenix Raceway season finale to capture the series championship.

Smith returned to FRM and the No. 38 truck team for the 2023 season, where he successfully defended his wins at Daytona and Circuit of the Americas, earning a seventh-place finish in the series’ Driver Championship standings.

That same year, Smith made his second NASCAR Cup Series start — and his first with FRM — in the Daytona 500. Qualifying as an open entry, he turned heads with an impressive 13th-place finish. Later in the season, Smith earned his first top-10 in stock car racing’s premier series with FRM, finishing tenth in the crown jewel Coca-Cola 600.

Bergenty, who is entering his fourth year leading the No. 38 Ford Mustang Dark Horse team, will continue to serve as Crew Chief for Smith in the 2026 season. Under Bergenty’s direction, Smith has recorded one top-five and five top-10 finishes this year, highlighted by a third-place run in the Bristol Motor Speedway Night Race.

Announcements regarding the No. 38 partner lineup will come at a later date.

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.

Hendrick Motorsports Media Advance: Martinsville

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Martinsville Speedway
Sunday, Oct. 26
0.526-Mile Oval
2 p.m. ET
Location: Martinsville, Virginia
TV: Fox
Event: NASCAR Cup Series (Race 35 of 36)
RADIO: SiriusXM

5 KYLE LARSON
Age: 33 (July 31, 1992)
Hometown: Elk Grove, California
Last Week: 26th (Talladega)
Crew Chief: Cliff Daniels
Standings: 4th

No. 5 HENDRICKCARS.COM Chevrolet

2025Cup CareerMartinsville
Races3440021
Wins3321
Poles1222
Top 5131327
Top 10202029
Laps Led1,10610,362367
Stage Wins10721
Average Finish13.714.115.5
  • Kyle Larson and the No. 5 HENDRICKCARS.COM Chevrolet team enter the final race of the Round of 8 sitting 36 points above the playoff cutline.
  • Larson’s 20 top-10 finishes in 2025 are his second-most through 34 races in a NASCAR Cup Series season.
  • Larson has six consecutive top-10 results at Martinsville Speedway, which is tied for the second-longest streak of his career. He has an active streak of seven straight top-10 finishes at Bristol Motor Speedway.
  • The Elk Grove, California, native has finished in the top five at Martinsville in each of the last three races.
  • In the most recent five races at Martinsville, Larson has an average finish of 3.4. It is his second-best track in the Next Gen era with an average finish of 5.43.
  • The No. 5 HENDRICKCARS.COM pit crew ranks first in the “Best on Pit Road” statistic, which accounts for pit stop speed, consistency and ability to gain position on the pit lane.

9 CHASE ELLIOTT
Age: 29 (Nov. 28, 1995)
Hometown: Dawsonville, Georgia
Last week: 40th (Talladega)
Crew Chief: Alan Gustafson
Standings: 8th

 No. 9 LLumar Chevrolet

2025Cup CareerMartinsville
Races3435620
Wins2211
Poles0121
Top 5101148
Top 101718813
Laps Led4245,9501,275
Stage Wins1397
Average Finish13.012.911.7
  • Chase Elliott heads to Martinsville Speedway eighth in the NASCAR Cup Series playoff standings, 62 points below the cutline. He will need to win Sunday to advance to the Championship 4.
  • Elliott and the No. 9 team won at Martinsville in the fall of 2020 to punch their ticket to the Championship 4. The next weekend they triumphed at Phoenix Raceway and won the Cup Series title.
  • The 29-year-old driver has finished fourth or better in the last three races at Martinsville. He is tied with Hendrick Motorsports teammate Kyle Larson for the longest active streak of top-five results there.
  • Elliott has led 1,275 laps at the paperclip-shaped oval, his most at any Cup Series track. His average finish of 11.7 ranks fourth among active drivers with at least two starts, and his seven stage wins at the venue rank second.
  • The Dawsonville, Georgia, native’s 1,977 laps raced in the top five in the Next Gen era at Martinsville leads the series. His 557 laps led there rank second among active drivers.
  • In this race last season, Elliott led 129 laps en route to a second-place finish.

24 WILLIAM BYRON
Age: 27 (Nov. 29, 1997)
Hometown: Charlotte, North Carolina
Last Week: 25th (Talladega)
Crew Chief: Rudy Fugle
Standings: 5th

No. 24 Cincinnati Chevrolet

2025Cup CareerMartinsville
Races3428615
Wins2152
Poles2150
Top 510645
Top 10151198
Laps Led9743,952360
Stage Wins8312
Average Finish14.415.113.7
  • After the second race of the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs Round of 8, William Byron sits fifth overall, 36 points below the cutline.
  • This season, the Charlotte, North Carolina, native has run the most laps in the top five (3,492) and the top 10 (5,135). The 2025 regular season champion has the best average running position of the Cup field (10.85).
  • At Martinsville Speedway in the Next Gen era, Byron has led the third-most laps (351) and raced inside the top five for the sixth-most laps (990).
  • Byron is a two-time Martinsville winner, with victories in the spring of 2022 and 2024.
  • In 15 starts at the half-mile track, the 27-year-old driver has five top-five finishes and eight top 10s with 360 laps led. The only venue where he has led more career laps is Charlotte Motor Speedway (485).

48 ALEX BOWMAN
Age: 32 (April 25, 1993)
Hometown: Tucson, Arizona
Last Week: 29th (Talladega)
Crew Chief: Blake Harris
Standings: 13th

No. 48 Ally Chevrolet

2025Cup CareerMartinsville
Races3435918
Wins081
Poles270
Top 56461
Top 10161125
Laps Led1651,53316
Stage Wins070
Average Finish17.619.219.0
  • Alex Bowman owns five top-10 finishes at Martinsville Speedway, including one in the Next Gen era (eighth in April 2024).
  • The Tucson, Arizona, native won at Martinsville in October 2021, marking one of his two career short-track victories in the NASCAR Cup Series.
  • Bowman has finished inside the top 10 in the last three short-track races, including a runner-up result at Richmond Raceway in August.
  • The driver has 16 top-10 finishes in 2025, his second-most through 34 races in a season.
  • Ally and Bowman have raised more than $725,000 with Best Friends Animal Society since 2021, with weekly donations to local shelters. This week’s beneficiary is The Haley Graves Foundation in Summerfield, North Carolina.

Hendrick Motorsports

2025All-TimeMartinsville
Races341,41583
Wins7319*29*
Poles5258*20*
Top 5391,318*97*
Top 1068*2,255*155*
Laps Led2,669*84,981*11,151*
Stage Wins19*1349

*Most all time
**Tied for most all time

  • Corey Day will make his 10th career NASCAR Xfinity Series start at Martinsville Speedway, returning to the site of his series debut in March. The 19-year-old driver from Clovis, California, has earned two top-10 finishes in his last four Xfinity Series starts, including a career-best fourth earlier this month at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
  • Hendrick Motorsports owns 29 victories at Martinsville Speedway, the most by any organization at a single track in NASCAR Cup Series history. The team also leads all organizations with more than 11,000 laps led at the Virginia venue.
  • Nine Hendrick Motorsports drivers have combined for the team’s 29 Martinsville victories: Jeff Gordon (nine), Jimmie Johnson (nine), Darrell Waltrip (four), William Byron (two), and one each by Geoff Bodine, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chase Elliott, Alex Bowman and Kyle Larson.
  • The organization has won five of the last 10 Cup races at Martinsville with four different drivers, including a 1-2-3 Hendrick Motorsports sweep in April 2024 that came 40 years after its first victory at the same track.
  • Hendrick Motorsports engines have powered 27 total victories and 23 pole positions across NASCAR’s top two series this season.
  • Through 34 races in 2025, Hendrick Motorsports has led 30% of all Cup Series laps (2,669 in total) and recorded at least one top-10 finish in 32 events.
  • Hendrick Motorsports’ 19 stage wins this season are its second-highest total through 34 races, trailing only its team record of 25 during the 2021 Cup Series campaign.

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Kyle Larson, driver of the No. 5 Chevrolet, on his mindset going into the Martinsville cutoff race: “I’d say we really need to outpoint [Christopher] Bell. It’s going to be interesting. Obviously we’ll be focused on the race, but for us, one guy matters more than the rest. It’s similar for them. They’ll be watching what we’re doing throughout the day, too. Hopefully, we’ll have a strong car, qualify well, grab stage points, and do everything we can to gain as many points as possible. Martinsville has been a good track for us in the past, so if we can go there, stay strong, and do what it takes, we can make the final four and compete for a championship.”

Chase Elliott, driver of the No. 9 Chevrolet, on how Hendrick Motorsports prepares each week to set themselves apart from other teams: “The top level of any sport is all very detail oriented, right? I think that can be said for anything, whether it’s racing, football, baseball. All of that last 1 or 2% is really all in the details. Everyone here (in the Cup Series) is pretty good at what they do. I feel like Hendrick Motorsports does a great job of just really fine tuning all the details that it takes to be successful at every part of the shop. The boss (Rick Hendrick) gives us the resources that we ask for and that we need to go and be successful. Then he just trusts us to go get the job done from there. So I’m grateful to have that at my disposal to help me do my job to the best of my ability.”

William Byron, driver of the No. 24 Chevrolet, on his approach to Martinsville: “It’s not ideal, but we know what we have to do this weekend. The only option is to win. The last two weeks, not having a better finish for how well we were running is what hurts. Come Monday, though, we have to forget that and move on. All focus is on Martinsville and how we can run up front all day. The fall there hasn’t been the strongest for us, but I do think we’ve made a lot of strides on that package.”

Alex Bowman, driver of the No. 48 Chevrolet, on Martinsville Speedway: “Martinsville is a place that means a lot to me. Getting that win there in 2021 was special, and every time we go back I feel like we’re capable of running up front. Short tracks have been a good stretch for our team lately, so hopefully we can keep that momentum going.”

How Reliable Power Tools Can Boost Your Work Efficiency and Safety

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The world today is fast, and it is a matter of seconds. You, being a contractor, builder, or repair expert, are already aware of one thing, and that is that the quality of your power tools can make or break your business. Good tools do not work just to get the job done; they define the working process in terms of efficiency and safety.

Consider it, all your cuts, practice, and vehicles that you screw depend upon the accuracy and action of your equipment. A trustworthy power tool does not save time only, it saves energy, shortens the errors, and even safeguards you against unnecessary risks. This is why in the market, such companies as CEF emphasize selling stable, reliable, and sophisticated equipment to people who do not treat their job lightly.

The Real Impact of Reliable Power Tools on Efficiency

As you enter a job site, you will most likely be able to know when a person uses good equipment. The employee who has clean cuts, consistent improvement, and no wasted motion is someone who believes in his/her power tools.

Efficient equipment implies quicker results, less dusty finishes, and reduced failures. Consider the effort to drill concrete of hardness or cut hard wood. A cheap, low-quality drill would overheat or jam halfway. A CEF is an advanced professional tool that is powered without stuttering.

Here’s how reliable power tools boost work efficiency:

  • Less downtime: No time wasted on repair and replacement.
  • Better accuracy: Precision tools reduce the need for do-overs.
  • Time savings: You complete tasks without haste.
  • Energy efficiency: Dependable motors imply a more comfortable and easier performance.

When your tools are used correctly from the start, you remain focused on the work, rather than the instrument. The silent strength of reliability.

Safety Starts with the Right Tools

Safety at work is not just about the use of helmets and gloves; it starts with your power tools. The majority of accidents that occur at the workplace do so due to failed tools, improper maintenance, or bad designs. There are good instruments that guard you against those dangers.

CEF power tools of high quality have advanced safety features – steady grips, heat-proof operation, automatic interruptions, and overloading. These features not only sound great on paper, but they can actually save your fingers or even cause an electric shock.

You reduce risks when you operate reputed brands and take proper care of those brands. A stable and reliable device will maintain the safety of your hands, eyes, and nerves, allowing you to work freely.

Consistency: The Hidden Key to Professional Results

Ask any experienced contractor – consistency is all. Any person is capable of doing a good job once. It is the actual problem to do it flawlessly each time. That is made possible by reliable power tools.

When your saw is always cutting in a straight line, or your drill is always having the same amount of torque, you can rely on your observations. You do not need to adapt, experiment,or doubt.

The professional-grade tools of CEF are made just as such to work with precision at the start and at the end. It may be a simple home fix or a long-term building project, but with consistency, your work will have that professional and polished look that your clients will see right away.

Saving Money by Investing in Quality

Many contractors commit the error of purchasing cheap tools to make money. But that saving never lasts. Cheap power tools are worn out easily, clog when tested, and require replacement.

Being honest, you have to pay for quality once or repair continuously.

Investing in the dependable power tools of CEF would provide you with durability, longevity, and reduced interruptions. With time, such savings accumulate. A reduction in the amount of time wasted translates into additional jobs done, increased customer satisfaction, and increased revenues.

Have it in mind as follows: do not consider your tools expenses; they are assets. The more power they have, the more power your business has.

How Reliable Power Tools Reduce Fatigue

The ability to work efficiently is not simply about speed; but it is a question of sustainability. You can sense it when you employ tools that are not well designed. Bad balance, vibration, and being on strength will exhaust you quickly.

The use of reliable power tools, mainly ergonomic tools, can bring about fatigue reduction. The designs of the products offered by CEF are comfort-oriented: the weight is balanced, the handles are soft-grip, and the vibrations are minimal. It means that you will be able to work longer hours without physical burnout.

Greater comfort means greater concentration. And more concentration leads to more success.

Why CEF Is Trusted by Professionals

The reason why professionals in all sectors rely on CEF is because of one thing, and that is reliability. The company is familiar with the reality of actual work conditions. Each of their products is the one that serves to withstand that pressure, not to give in to it.

Here’s what makes CEF stand out:

  • Durable build: Tools that have been designed to be heavy-duty.
  • Smart design: Performance-based, balanced, and ergonomic.
  • Safety first: Built-in user and tool protection.
  • Wide range: CEF sells drills and saws, as well as grinders and sanders.
  • Customer support: You do not end up hanging after you make a purchase.

When you purchase equipment from CEF, not only are you purchasing equipment, but you are also adding stability to your daily operations.

Boosting Productivity with the Right Setup

Enhancing Productivity through an appropriate Setup.

It is not so much what tools you use but how. Quality power tools and intelligent organization will change your working process. Keep your tools clean and in good condition, and store them properly.

Basic things such as sharpening your saws, inspecting your cords, and screwing loose sections can extend the life of your tool by years. And by the quality of  CEF tools, that life already begins long ago.

A sound installation simplifies your whole working process. You waste less time repairing and more time on construction.

How Power Tools Influence Your Reputation

Admittedly, reputation is all in any trade. Your work is judged as well as your work by the clients who determine your level of professionalism. Presenting yourself with quality power tools that are reliable demonstrates that you are concerned about your trade.

Working with well-functioning equipment, jobs are completed quickly, cleanly, and safely. Such consistency is what brings referrals and trust. And CEF tools make you create that professional image with ease.

Conclusion

Efficiency, safety, and trust — all of them depend on your power tools. The difference between average work and excellent work often comes down to what’s in your hands.

So don’t settle for “good enough.” Choose tools that perform as hard as you do. Choose durability, safety, and performance — choose CEF.

Reliable tools don’t just change your workflow — they change your confidence, your results, and your future in the trade.

Car Wrap and Paint Protection Film: Essential Upgrades for Performance and Racing Vehicles

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Protecting Your Investment: Why Speedway Athletes and Performance Enthusiasts Are Choosing Professional Paint Protection

For professional racers, weekend warriors, and serious performance car enthusiasts, the investment in a high-performance vehicle represents more than just a mode of transportation—it’s a passion project, a competitive asset, and often a significant financial commitment. Whether you’re tearing up the track at your local speedway or taking your modified vehicle to shows and events, maintaining that vehicle’s exterior protection and aesthetic appeal is crucial. This is where professional car wraps and paint protection film (PPF) become game-changers in preserving both the performance and appearance of your race car or modified machine.

The Harsh Reality: Environmental Threats to High-Performance Vehicles

High-performance and racing vehicles face unique challenges. Track days expose paint to extreme heat cycles, debris from other vehicles, and intense UV exposure. Street-legal performance cars encounter road debris at high speeds, salt spray in coastal areas, and aggressive environmental contaminants. Even show cars displayed at events are subject to environmental degradation from sun exposure, temperature fluctuations, and handling by admirers.

Traditional clearcoat paint alone simply cannot withstand these conditions. This is why professional-grade protection has become standard practice among serious performance enthusiasts and competitive racers.

PPF (Paint Protection Film): The Clear Choice for Serious Racers

Paint Protection Film technology has revolutionized how performance car owners preserve their investments. PPF is a transparent, self-healing polymer layer that adheres to your vehicle’s painted surfaces, creating an invisible armor against damage.

For track day participants and racing enthusiasts, PPF offers critical advantages:

Impact Absorption: High-speed driving exposes your front bumper, hood, and fenders to rocks, asphalt debris, and rubber particulates. PPF absorbs these impacts, preventing damage to your paint.

Self-Healing Technology: The most advanced PPF formulations feature self-healing properties, with minor scratches and swirls disappearing with heat exposure—perfect for vehicles that experience temperature cycling from track sessions.

Hydrophobic Protection: Water beading and UV blocking keep your paint’s finish pristine, maintaining that showroom shine between racing events.

Edge Protection: Professional-grade PPF protects vulnerable areas such as bumper edges, headlight surrounds, and mirror caps, where damage is most likely to occur.

How to Protect Car Paint with PPF: The Professional Approach

How to protect car paint with PPF begins with a strategic protection plan. Most racing enthusiasts don’t protect their entire vehicle—they focus on high-risk areas.

Track-Focused PPF Strategy:

  • Full hood coverage (primary impact zone)
  • Complete front bumper protection
  • Lower side splitter and rocker panels
  • Upper window trim (vulnerable to debris)
  • Mirror backs and mirror caps
  • Top portions of fenders

Show Car Strategy:

  • Entire front-facing surfaces
  • Door handles and edges
  • Rocker panels
  • Partial or full roof coverage

The application process requires professional expertise:

  1. Deep Cleaning: Decontamination removes bonded debris, preventing PPF adhesion issues
  2. Precise Measurement: Professional templates ensure perfect coverage without overspray
  3. Expert Application: Slip solution and heat application ensure bubble-free installation
  4. Proper Curing: 48-72 hours curing time before subjectingthe vehicle to extreme conditions

Car Wrap: Performance Meets Aesthetics

Beyond transparent protection, colored and specialty car wraps offer racing enthusiasts aesthetic customization while simultaneously protecting paint. Many race teams use partial wraps for branding and sponsorship visibility, while also protecting the underlying paint.

Racing Wrap Advantages:

  • Team colors and sponsor logos applied without permanent modification
  • Matte finishes reduce glare for better visibility and a professional appearance
  • Quick installation means minimal downtime between events
  • Reversible—remove after season without affecting paint condition
  • Racing-specific designs create a professional presentation at events

Premium Car Film by SailiFilm: Professional-Grade Protection

Premium car film by sailifilm represents the gold standard in protective film technology for serious enthusiasts. SailiFilm’s products are engineered specifically for demanding applications.

SailiFilm Professional Advantages:

  • Military-grade adhesive formulation ensuring track-proof durability
  • Extreme temperature stability (-40°F to +160°F)—withstanding both winter storage and summer track sessions
  • Superior self-healing technology for active race cars experiencing frequent micro-abrasions
  • Optical clarity that doesn’t yellow with UV exposure or age
  • Professional installer network ensuring expert application
  • Enhanced hydrophobic properties resisting brake dust and road grime

SailiFilm’s commitment to performance specifications makes it the choice of professional racing teams and dedicated enthusiasts who refuse to compromise on quality.

Real-World Results: Speedway Success Stories

Racing teams across the country report substantial benefits from professional paint protection. A GT3 race car protected with premium PPF maintained pristine paint after two seasons of aggressive track use, preserving the vehicle’s value and appearance for resale or fleet retirement. Street performance cars with protection film maintain better resale values than unprotected counterparts—a tangible financial benefit beyond aesthetic preservation.

The Competitive Edge: Performance and Presentation

At speedways and motorsport events, presentation matters. Professional paint protection allows your vehicle to maintain a showroom-quality appearance despite track use—a combination that impresses both judges at car shows and fellow competitors at the track.

Additionally, knowing your vehicle’s paint is protected allows drivers to focus entirely on performance rather than worrying about environmental damage.

Maintenance for Maximum Durability

Protected surfaces require proper care:

  • Regular gentle washing prevents bonded debris
  • Annual professional detailing extends longevity
  • Avoid pressure washers near edges
  • Use pH-neutral soaps and microfiber techniques
  • Apply protective sealants annually for coastal or harsh climates

Conclusion: Invest in Protection, Preserve Performance

For serious racers and performance enthusiasts, professional paint protection film and car wrap technology represent essential investments rather than optional upgrades. Whether you’re protecting a six-figure exotic race car or a meticulously modified performance build, SailiFilm’s premium protection technology ensures your vehicle maintains its value, appearance, and performance readiness for seasons to come.

The choice is clear: protect your investment with professional-grade solutions and stay focused on what matters—the drive ahead.

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