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Front Row Motorsports: Bristol Motor Speedway Competition Notes – Noah Gragson

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Noah Gragson and the No. 4 Rush Truck Centers Ford Team
Bristol Motor Speedway Competition Notes
Bristol Motor Speedway Night Race

Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
Event: Race 31 of 38
Series: NASCAR Cup Series
Location: Bristol Motor Speedway (0.533-miles)
#of Laps: 500
Time/TV/Radio: 7:30 PM ET on USA/PRN/SiriusXM channel 90

Noah Gragson Notes

Bristol Motor Speedway’s iconic Saturday night race is next up on the NASCAR Cup Series schedule. The 0.5-mile Tennessee short track is a site of many memories for Noah Gragson, having earned two wins, two top-five, and four top-10 finishes in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. In his three Cup Series starts at the track, Gragson has a career best finish of 12th (Fall 2024).

Rush Truck Centers, the premier solutions provider for the commercial vehicle industry, will again join Gragson and the No. 4 team for the 500 lap, 266-mile race. With more than 150 Rush Truck Centers dealerships located across the U.S. and Ontario, Canada, visit rushtruckcenters.com to find a location near you.

“The spring race at Bristol was a challenge with how much the warmer weather changed the track, but the Night Race is a whole different story,” said Gragson. “Under the lights, the place just comes alive—the atmosphere and the fans give you an energy you don’t get anywhere else. We had a solid run here last year, finishing 12th, and I’m excited to get back and see if we can take it up a notch this time around.”

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

ABOUT RUSH TRUCK CENTERS

More than a dealer network, Rush Truck Centers is the premier solutions provider for the commercial vehicle industry. With more than 150 Rush Truck Centers dealerships across the U.S. and Ontario, Canada, no one can match our network reach and scale. We provide our customers an integrated, one-stop approach to the service and sales of new and used trucks and commercial vehicles, aftermarket parts, service and collision repair capabilities, alternative fuel systems, vehicle technology solutions, and a range of financial services including financing, insurance, and leasing and rental options. Since 1965, we’ve earned our reputation for excellence, fairness, positive attitude and solutions that exceed customer expectations. That’s why we can say with confidence; when it comes to trucking, no one offers you more. Visit rushtruckcenters.com or follow us on social media: X @rushtruckcenters, Instagram @rush_truck_centers and facebook.com/rushtruckcenters.

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.

Toyota GAZOO Racing Weekly Preview 09.10.25

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This Week in Motorsports: Sept. 8-14, 2025

NCS/NXS/NCTS/ARCA: Bristol Motor Speedway – Sept. 11-13
NHRA: Maple Grove Raceway – Sept. 12-14

PLANO, Texas (Sept. 10, 2025) – NASCAR heads back to Bristol Motor Speedway for the second time this season in a jam-packed weekend that features its three national series and the ARCA Menards Series. The weekend kicks off Thursday afternoon with a combo race for the ARCA national and East series. The Truck Series has its second race of the Round of 10 Thursday evening, while the Xfinity Series begins its Playoffs Friday night. The Cup Series wraps up the weekend with its Round of 16 cutoff race on Saturday night. Meanwhile, NHRA begins its Countdown to the Championship at Maple Grove Raceway in Reading, Pennsylvania.

NASCAR National Series – NCS/NXS/NCTS

Toyota drivers remain in strong position entering cutoff race … After last weekend in St. Louis, Toyota drivers remain above the cutline entering the final race of the Cup Series Round of 16 this weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway. Chase Briscoe and Denny Hamlin have both advanced with wins at Darlington and Gateway the last two weekends, while Bubba Wallace sits fourth (+50 points to the cutline), Tyler Reddick (+37 points to the cutline) ranks seventh, and Christopher Bell (+32 points to the cutline) is in the eighth position in the points standings entering this weekend.

Hamlin one shy of milestone victory … After taking the checkered flag last weekend at Gateway, which was Toyota’s 200th Cup Series win and his fifth win of the 2025 season, Hamlin now sits one victory away from additional milestones. Another trip to victory lane would be the 60th of Hamlin’s successful Cup Series career, which would tie him for 10th all-time on the Cup Series wins list with Kevin Harvick. It would also give the Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) driver 57 career victories with Toyota, which would make him the manufacturer’s all-time winningest Cup Series driver. Luckily for Hamlin, Bristol Motor Speedway has historically been one of his most successful tracks, where he’s captured four victories, along with 13 top-fives, 20 top-10s and four pole positions.

Heim returns to No. 67 Camry XSE … Corey Heim will pilot the No. 67 Toyota Camry XSE for 23XI Racing, pulling double duty this weekend at Bristol, along with competing in the Truck Series. The Toyota Development Driver will make his Cup debut at the 0.533-mile concrete oval, where he has found success in his Truck Series career, capturing victory in 2023 and finishing no worse than 10th in five previous starts.

Jones, Gray begin championship push … Friday night begins the Xfinity Series Playoffs where JGR’s Brandon Jones and Taylor Gray will represent Team Toyota for the series championship fight. Jones punched his ticket to the Playoffs after a win at Darlington Raceway in April, while Gray earned his way in on points. Jones begins the postseason eight points above the cutline and Gray is tied for the cutoff spot entering Friday night.

Earnhardt back in the No. 24 GR Supra … Jeffrey Earnhardt returns to Sam Hunt Racing and the No. 24 Toyota GR Supra this weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway. Earnhardt will make his third start this season with the team after also running at Talladega Superspeedway and Nashville Superspeedway earlier this year. The North Carolina native has made 11 previous Xfinity Series starts at Bristol, with a career-best finish of 12th on two separate occasions.

Heim, Honeycutt resume Playoff push … Thursday night’s Truck Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway is the second race of the opening round of the Playoffs, where Heim and Kaden Honeycutt resume their battle for the series title. Heim clinched a spot into the next round by winning at Darlington Raceway two weeks ago, while Honeycutt is seven points below the cutline entering the weekend.

Heim looks to continue win streak … After his victory at Darlington, Heim enters Bristol with three consecutive Truck Series wins and victories in four of the last five races. It’s been a historic season for the Georgia native with eight wins in 19 starts, along with 13 top-fives, 15 top-10s, nearly 1,200 laps led and completing all but four laps so far this year.

Butcher makes Truck Series debut … Canadian Super Late Model driver Cole Butcher will pilot the No. 62 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro for Halmar-Friesen Racing this weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway, making his Truck Series debut. Butcher is a very successful racer, winning multiple championships in the Pro Stock Tour, as well as a winner on the ASA STARS National Tour.

NASCAR Regional Series – ARCA Menards Series National/East

Crews running double duty … Toyota Development Driver Brent Crews is set to have a busy Thursday at Bristol Motor Speedway, as he’ll compete in the ARCA Menards Series combo race in the afternoon for Joe Gibbs Racing in the No. 18 Toyota Camry, followed by the Truck Series race Thursday night behind the wheel of the No. 1 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro for TRICON Garage. This will mark the ninth ARCA national series and fifth East series race starts for Crews, where he has four combined wins – Phoenix Raceway, Rockingham Speedway, Indianapolis Raceway Park and the Illinois State Fairgrounds. In Trucks, Crews will make his sixth start of the season, looking to improve upon a season-best finish of eighth at Lime Rock Park in June.

NHRA – Top Fuel/Funny Car

Toyota drivers begin championship push … Seven Toyota NHRA racers begin their quest for a championship this weekend as the NHRA postseason opens at Maple Grove Raceway. In Top Fuel, Shawn Langdon (2013 champion) begins the Countdown to the Championship as the No. 2 seed, with Doug Kalitta (2023 champion) in third, Justin Ashley in fourth, defending and four-time world champion Antron Brown in sixth, and fellow four-time world champion Steve Torrence in ninth. In Funny Car, multi-time champion Ron Capps starts as the No. 4 seed, while 2018 champion J.R. Todd is sixth.

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in North America for nearly 70 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our more than 1,800 dealerships.

Toyota directly employs nearly 64,000 people in North America who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of nearly 49 million cars and trucks at our 14 manufacturing plants. In spring 2025, Toyota’s plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, Toyota currently offers 32 electrified options.

For more information about Toyota, visit www.ToyotaNewsroom.com.

What to Do if You Get Pulled Over: A Step-by-Step Guide

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The rules of the road are similar to any other complex social system. You typically start with some memorized facts, but you also need to learn by experience. But some events happen so infrequently, like being pulled over by police, that you’ll typically be left panicked and confused if you haven’t put some extra work into preparation. So, what exactly should you do if you’re pulled over for a traffic violation?

Stay Calm

There are a lot of reasons to learn what to do if you’re pulled over. But one of the most important stems from the fact that preparedness helps to fight off fear and panic. The police are typically watching out for any kind of unstable behavior when they pull people over. The panic of someone uncertain what to do, from the eyes of an officer, might not appear all that different from the panic of someone trying to hide intoxication or similar elements.

The first thing to do when you’re pulled over is to take a deep breath, calm yourself, and remember that you almost certainly don’t have anything serious to worry about. If your fight or flight reflex is activated, you’re going to have a much higher chance of escalating any potential issues than you are of escaping them. So focus on the reality of the situation – mundanity. Being pulled over for a traffic violation is red tape, bureaucracy, and paperwork rather than anything truly scary. 

Maintain Civility and Work with the Standard Chain of Events

Being pulled over is new to you, but it’s business as usual for the officer. Imagine if you were just trying to do your job and the person you were working with was skittish, constantly demanding explanations, and argumentative. You wouldn’t be very inclined to treat that person nicely, and the same goes for the police. Keep things professional, but not cold, as the chain of events plays out.

When the officer approaches, you should fully lower your window to make communication easier. Don’t step out of your vehicle unless requested to do so. Again, this is to remove concern over confrontation. You should stop your engine for the same reason. You don’t want to imply that you might drive away or start a conflict. Basically, it comes down to the fight or flight reflex. Don’t imply that you’re going to fight, don’t imply the possibility of flight – just breathe and remain calm. 

Find Out Why You Were Pulled Over

The officer will typically tell you why you were pulled over right from the start. However, this might be phrased in a way to see if you’ll implicate yourself. For example, it’s common for police to ask if you know why you were pulled over.

You might have an impulse to just guess a likely answer. If you’re pulled over, it’s probably going to be for speeding. However, you don’t want to answer speeding if queried on the reason for the encounter. If you did answer speeding, it may well come off as an admission of such rather than a guess. So, unless you are certain of the reason you were pulled over, it’s best to simply say you don’t know and ask for clarification from the officer. 

Dealing With Rights and Requests

Under the Fifth Amendment, you have the right to remain silent, and the  Fourth Amendment gives you the right to refuse consent for a search without warrants or probable cause. That said, actually refusing on those grounds should be avoided when possible. 

Pulling people over for a minor violation is just a part of the police officer’s day. He wants to have the encounter finished as much as you do. Cameras and additional observation often mean that they have to go through the motions even if they personally don’t think there’s any reason to. If you do want to hold up your rights to refusal, make sure you do so in a respectful way that makes it clear you’re not looking for a fight.

The Aftermath

When the officer says you’re free to go, be careful about merging back into traffic. If you need to take a moment to collect yourself and calm your nerves, then do so rather than risking a traffic violation right in front of the police officer.  You have several legal options if you have been issued a citation for a traffic violation. You could pay the ticket, although beyond the fine, you may incur increases to your insurance premium and points on your license. You may also consider consulting with an attorney if you believe there are mistakes on your ticket, or if you are interested in pursuing a reduction or dismissal.

Dangerous Times of Day: When Traffic Accidents Peak

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It’s no secret that driving can be very dangerous. Even though the number of fatalities related to automobile accidents has been going down in recent years, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that there were over 39,000 traffic deaths in the United States in 2024. That number is slightly lower than 2023’s numbers, but it still means that American highways aren’t always safe. That being said, are there certain times of the day when driving is more dangerous? Let’s take a look.

Coming Home After Work 

On average, fatal and non-fatal traffic accidents are most likely to occur in the late afternoon and early evening. In fact, a study of car accidents in Oklahoma City found the highest number of accidents occurred between 4:00 and 5:00 pm. This is when “rush hour” traffic is at its highest. It’s when most people are coming home from work, and many of them are tired, stressed out, and eager to get home and relax. They may be less attentive to their surroundings, and that can spell disaster when you consider the amount of traffic on the road.

Spring and Summer Driving

As for fatal car accidents, those seem to be more likely between the hours of 8 PM and 12 PM during the spring and summer months. Part of this is due to the large number of people coming home from work, but the accidents that occur later in the night can be attributed to decreased visibility and driver exhaustion. There are almost always more vehicles on the road during the warmer months, and drivers may be more confident in their driving ability when there’s no ice and snow on the ground. That leads to more reckless driving and more accidents, especially late at night.

The Most Dangerous Day of the Week

Saturday seems to be the most dangerous day of the week to drive. More people are out enjoying the weekend at all hours of the day, many of them may still be tired from working full-time jobs, and some of them may be under the influence of alcohol and other substances. While you shouldn’t be afraid to go out and enjoy a Saturday afternoon off from work, you do need to be more careful if you get behind the wheel, especially if you drive at night.

Driving Defensively and Staying Safe

Evenings and late nights are statistically the most dangerous times to drive, especially during the spring and summer, but traffic accidents can happen at any time. That doesn’t mean that you should be afraid to drive at all. You can keep yourself safe while on the road by driving defensively, keeping a safe distance from vehicles in front of you, and driving at manageable speeds at all times.

Why New Cars Are Safer, but Accidents Are Still Happening

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If you have shopped for a new vehicle lately, you have probably noticed how much safety technology is packed into even the most basic models. Automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assistance, adaptive cruise control, and even blind-spot monitoring are no longer luxuries; they are actually standard features. When you look at statistics, these systems save lives. They are designed to reduce the chance of human error, and they work.

In California, there were nearly 4,500 traffic fatalities in 2022. If cars are safer than ever, why are traffic accidents still a leading cause of injury and death in the United States? The answer lies in a four-word problem that technology has not been able to solve: the increase in distracted driving.

Increase in Safer Vehicles on the Roads

Studies by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have consistently shown that features like automatic emergency braking and collision-avoidance systems reduce crash risk. Rear-end collisions, for example, drop significantly when vehicles have automatic emergency braking. Seatbelts and airbags are proven lifesavers, and modern vehicles are designed to have more damage in all the right places during impact. On paper, the data suggests we should be seeing far fewer accidents.

Unfortunately, that is not the case. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, while these systems reduce some kinds of collisions, they can’t do much if the driver is looking down at a phone instead of the road. In short, cars are smarter, but the people driving them are not necessarily driving smarter.

Distracted Driving: The Modern Epidemic

Distracted driving is one of the most dangerous trends out on the streets and highways, and it’s getting worse, not better. 

According to the National Safety Council, 3,275 people died in the U.S. in 2023 because of distracted driving. That comes out to nine people every single day, and that number doesn’t even include the hundreds of thousands of injuries caused by drivers who were texting, scrolling, or fiddling with touchscreens instead of watching traffic.

Though younger drivers are certainly at high risk, this is not just a teen problem. Studies show distracted driving happens throughout all age groups because phones and in-car technology have become as tempting as candy on the dashboard. Checking texts, setting navigation while in motion, or toggling through playlists are all dangerous and, in some cases, deadly.

The Irony of Technology

It is a cruel irony that the same technology that makes vehicles safer is also making them more distracting. Nearly every new car today comes with a touchscreen infotainment system. Interacting with those screens can pull a driver’s eyes off the road for up to five, ten, or even fifteen seconds. At 55 miles per hour, that is the length of a football field being traveled blind. 

The U.S. Department of Transportation has repeatedly warned that hands-free systems and voice commands don’t eliminate distraction; they only shift it from physical to cognitive, according to the NHTSA in 2024.

What it boils down to is the fact that drivers often overestimate their ability to multitask. Every second a driver is not fully focused, the risk of collision increases tremendously.

Safety Isn’t Enough Without Behavior Change

When it comes down to it, carmakers have delivered remarkable safety innovations, but human behavior is neutralizing those gains. Until distracted driving becomes as socially unacceptable as drunk driving, fatalities will keep piling up. The cars can’t save us from ourselves.

The solution will not come from gadgets alone. It will require tougher enforcement of distracted-driving laws, cultural shifts in how we view phone use on the road, and maybe even a push for automakers to rethink whether bigger, brighter infotainment systems are worth the tradeoff.

Vehicles may be safer, but the people behind the wheel still hold the power. The question is whether we will choose to use it responsibly.

Why Vehicle Wrapping is a Cost-Effective Advertising Solution in Las Vegas

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Las Vegas, NV, is one of the most competitive business hubs in the United States, where companies constantly seek innovative ways to reach potential customers. Among the various marketing strategies, vehicle wrapping has emerged as a highly effective, affordable, and visually impactful method of promoting brands. Unlike traditional advertising channels that require recurring payments, vehicle wrapping provides long-lasting exposure at a fraction of the cost. By investing in a professional vehicle wrapping service in Las Vegas, NV, businesses can turn their cars, trucks, or vans into moving billboards that attract thousands of impressions daily. In this blog, we will explore why vehicle wrapping stands out as a cost-effective marketing solution and why it is particularly effective in a vibrant city like Las Vegas.

The Power of High-Impact Visual Marketing

In a city as visually stimulating as Las Vegas, standing out is both challenging and essential. From towering billboards to flashy LED displays, businesses are constantly vying for attention. Vehicle wrapping provides an innovative edge by transforming ordinary vehicles into bold, mobile advertisements that capture eyeballs wherever they go. A full or partial wrap with vibrant designs, company logos, and persuasive calls-to-action creates an unforgettable visual identity that resonates with local consumers.

Unlike static billboards or digital ads, vehicle wraps naturally integrate into the daily flow of traffic, making them less intrusive and more engaging. As people commute, shop, or attend events, they are exposed to your brand repeatedly, strengthening brand recognition over time. A professionally designed vehicle wrapping service in Las Vegas, NV, ensures your vehicle doesn’t just blend in but makes a powerful statement that reflects your business’s quality and professionalism.

This approach also leverages the psychology of mobile advertising: moving objects naturally attract more attention than static ones. In a city with constant tourist traffic and a booming local population, vehicle wraps can generate thousands of organic impressions every single day without additional ad spend.

Cost Efficiency Compared to Traditional Advertising

One of the biggest advantages of investing in a vehicle wrapping service in Las Vegas, NV, is its affordability relative to other advertising methods. Traditional marketing strategies like TV commercials, radio spots, or billboard placements require recurring payments and often come with limited exposure times. For instance, a prime billboard on the Las Vegas Strip can cost thousands of dollars per month, yet your brand is locked to a single location with no guarantee of reaching your desired audience.

In contrast, vehicle wraps are a one-time investment that continues to deliver returns for years. Once installed, there are no recurring fees, no bidding wars for ad placements, and no need to worry about viewership decline. A high-quality wrap can last anywhere from three to seven years, making it an incredibly cost-effective marketing tool for small and medium-sized businesses.

Additionally, vehicle wraps allow businesses to bypass many of the unpredictable costs associated with digital advertising, such as fluctuating pay-per-click rates or constantly changing algorithms. Instead of chasing impressions online, companies can create a guaranteed physical presence that travels with their team across the city, increasing reach and reinforcing brand visibility wherever business takes them.

Localized Targeting for Maximum Exposure

Las Vegas is a city with a unique consumer landscape. It attracts millions of tourists each year while maintaining a thriving local community, making it essential for businesses to connect with diverse audiences. Vehicle wrapping provides a natural solution by placing your brand directly in front of people who are most likely to engage with your products or services.

For example, delivery vans, service vehicles, or company cars traveling through high-traffic areas like the Las Vegas Strip, Summerlin, or Henderson neighborhoods receive maximum exposure in regions where potential customers live, work, and shop. Unlike digital ads that may miss local demographics, vehicle wrapping focuses attention precisely where your audience is.

Furthermore, vehicle wrapping aligns perfectly with businesses that depend on mobility, such as real estate agencies, restaurants offering delivery, home service providers, and event companies. Each time your branded vehicle parks at a client’s location or drives through a busy intersection, it strengthens your presence in the community. A trusted vehicle wrapping service in Las Vegas, NV, can design and position your message strategically to ensure that you gain the highest level of local engagement.

Boosting Brand Authority and Trust

In competitive markets like Las Vegas, branding goes beyond logos and slogans—it’s about establishing authority and trust. A professionally wrapped vehicle sends a powerful message about your business: you are established, reputable, and invested in your image. When potential customers see your well-designed wrap, they are more likely to view your business as credible and reliable.

This visual branding also creates consistency across your marketing channels. When combined with other strategies such as social media campaigns or local sponsorships, vehicle wraps act as a physical extension of your digital brand identity. For service-based companies, a wrapped fleet of vehicles demonstrates professionalism and reliability, often influencing purchase decisions subconsciously.

Moreover, businesses that utilize vehicle wraps often report increased inbound inquiries, as potential customers are more likely to reach out when they see a polished, trustworthy representation of the brand in their community. Investing in a quality vehicle wrapping service in Las Vegas, NV, ensures that your designs are sharp, durable, and aligned with your broader marketing objectives.

Longevity and Return on Investment

For any marketing strategy to be considered cost-effective, it must offer a strong return on investment (ROI), and vehicle wrapping excels in this area. High-quality wraps are designed using durable materials that withstand harsh weather conditions, including the intense Nevada sun. This means businesses can expect their wraps to remain vibrant and intact for years, maximizing visibility without requiring additional investment.

When calculating ROI, it’s important to consider cost per impression. With traditional advertising, every view comes at a price, and once the campaign ends, so does its visibility. Vehicle wrapping, however, continues to work around the clock. Whether your vehicle is parked in a busy shopping center, cruising down the Strip, or driving through residential neighborhoods, it’s constantly generating impressions without adding to your marketing expenses.

Additionally, because vehicle wraps are mobile, they often outperform static billboards in terms of exposure. A single wrapped vehicle can easily reach tens of thousands of people each month, making it one of the most efficient advertising solutions for small and large businesses alike. Partnering with an experienced vehicle wrapping service in Las Vegas, NV, ensures your investment is maximized through expert design, installation, and maintenance, guaranteeing years of reliable brand visibility.

Conclusion

Vehicle wrapping offers an unparalleled advertising solution by combining visual impact, affordability, localized targeting, and long-lasting returns. Unlike traditional advertising, which often drains budgets without guaranteeing results, vehicle wraps deliver continuous exposure and brand recognition at a fraction of the cost.

A professional vehicle wrapping service in Las Vegas, NV, can transform your fleet into powerful marketing tools that work for you 24/7. Whether your goal is to attract local customers, impress tourists, or simply strengthen your brand’s presence, vehicle wrapping provides a proven pathway to success. For businesses looking to maximize their marketing budget while maintaining a high level of visibility, vehicle wrapping stands out as one of the smartest investments available in today’s advertising landscape.

JR Motorsports — NXS Bristol Motor Speedway Preview

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JR Motorsports Xfinity Team Preview
TRACK – Bristol Motor Speedway (0.533-mile short track)
NXS RACE – Food City 300 (300 laps / 159.9 miles)
TUNE IN – CW, PRN, SiriusXM Channel 90 at 7:30 p.m. (ET)

Carson Kvapil

No. 1 – Bass Pro Shops / Clarience Technologies Chevrolet

Kvapil 2025 NXS Stats

Starts: 26

Wins: 0

Top 5s: 5

Top 10s: 12

Laps Led: 64

Avg. Finish: 14.3

Points: 9th

Kicking off the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoffs, Carson Kvapil will make his second start at Bristol Motor Speedway on Friday night.

In his one previous start at “The Last Great Colosseum,” Kvapil maintained position in the top-10 throughout the majority of the race and took the checkered flag in second.

In four career NXS starts on short tracks, the 22-year-old rookie has two top-five and three top-10 finishes, with his best finish of second coming at Bristol this Spring.

Kvapil enters the NXS Playoffs as the ninth seed with three races remaining in the Round of 12.

Carson Kvapil

“Last weekend definitely did not go how we planned, but we are putting that behind us and focusing all of our attention to the playoffs. This No. 1 team brought me a fast piece to Bristol in the spring, so I know we will have that same speed when we unload on Friday. Making it to the playoffs is a huge accomplishment, but we plan to keep up the intensity and hopefully finish one spot better than we did last time. I can’t thank Johnny Morris and everyone at Bass Pro Shops and Clarience Technologies enough for their support this season and I am ready to get them the finish they deserve.”

Justin Allgaier

No. 7 BRANDT Professional Agriculture / Precision Build Chevrolet

Allgaier 2025 NXS Stats

Starts: 26

Wins: 3

Top 5s: 12

Top 10s: 15

Laps Led: 723

Avg. Finish: 13.2

Points: 2nd

Justin Allgaier heads into the opening race in the Round of 12 for the NXS Playoffs as the second seed, 30 points above the cutline with three races remaining in the round.

In 25 career starts at Bristol in the NXS, Allgaier has scored two wins including his first career win in 2010, 12 top fives and 16 top 10s.

According to NASCAR’s Loop Data Statistics, Allgaier currently ranks first among all drivers in the NXS in laps led (1,183), quality passes (577) and laps run inside the top 15 (5,974) at Bristol.

Additionally, Allgaier’s 1,183 laps led at the “World’s Fastest Half Mile” rank first among all tracks the JRM driver has competed on in the NXS.

Justin Allgaier

“I love racing at Bristol. It’s a track that has always seemed to suit my driving style. We’ve always had really strong Chevrolets here and I know this BRANDT Professional Agriculture / Precision Build team will bring another one to the track this Friday night. The playoffs are here and we know what sits right in front of us. We just need to go out and do what we know we are capable of to put us in the best place to advance into the next round. We’re ready to go.”

Sammy Smith

No. 8 Pilot Chevrolet

Smith 2025 NXS Stats

Starts: 26

Wins: 1

Top 5s: 5

Top 10s: 13

Laps Led: 62

Avg. Finish: 14.7

Points: 6th

Sammy Smith heads to Bristol for the fifth time in his NXS career on Friday evening. Of his four previous starts, he has tallied one top-five and two top-10 finishes with his best of fourth coming this past Spring.

In 14 starts on short tracks in the NXS, Smith has five top-five and nine top-10 finishes, with an average finish of 9.4.

Smith is a previous winner Bristol, taking the checkered flag from the pole in dominating fashion in 2022 in the ARCA Menards Series.

Smith sits as the sixth seed on the NXS Playoffs grid, four points above the cutline heading into the first race of the Round of 12.

Sammy Smith

“I’m looking forward to going back to Bristol this weekend. We’ve had good runs there in the past and hopefully that will help us get the momentum rolling as we kickstart the playoffs. I’m grateful to have the support of Pilot, TMC and Allstate Peterbilt as we work to get this No. 8 Chevrolet in Victory Lane again and move on in the Playoffs.”

Connor Zilisch

No. 88 WeatherTech Chevrolet

Zilisch 2025 NXS Stats

Starts: 25

Wins: 9

Top 5s: 15

Top 10s: 17

Laps Led: 750

Avg. Finish: 8.5

Points: 1st

Connor Zilisch enters the first race of the NXS Playoffs Friday night at Bristol as the top seed. Zilisch has a 29-point edge over second-place Justin Allgaier and is 59 points ahead of the cutline with three races remaining in the Round of 12.

Zilisch will be making his second NXS start at Bristol on Friday night. Earlier this season he started second and scored a 12th-place finish, completing all 300 laps of the race. The driver of the No. 88 WeatherTech Chevrolet competed in both the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series and ARCA Menards Series races at Bristol in 2024, winning the pole position in both races at the 0.533-mile track. The pole was his second in both Truck and ARCA series competition.

Zilisch won his fourth consecutive NXS race this past weekend at World Wide Technology Raceway. The 19-year old joins Sam Ard (1983) and Noah Gragson (2022) for most consecutive NXS victories in a single season.

Last weekends win was also the ninth victory of the season for Zilisch. He has won seven of the last eight NXS races dating back to his victory at Sonoma Raceway in July. He also has extended the record for wins by a rookie.

Zilisch used his victory at WWTR to clinch the 2025 NXS Regular Season championship, edging teammate Allgaier by 53 points for the honor. The No. 88 team enters the Playoffs with 34-point lead in the owner standings.

Connor Zilisch

“This No. 88 team has been on a run this year and four wins in a row is a rare feat, but we aren’t going to take any of that for granted going into the playoffs. Mardy (Lindley, crew chief), my whole team and my pit crew continue to execute every week and we don’t plan on turning down the intensity anytime soon. It has been awesome to have the success we have had this season and we plan to unload another fast WeatherTech Chevrolet this Friday.”

JRM Team Updates

JR Motorsports at Bristol Motor Speedway: JR Motorsports has competed at Bristol Motor Speedway a combined 102 times in the NXS since 2006. In those starts at the 0.533-mile short-track oval, the organization has recorded four wins, 28 top-five and 62 top-10s. The average finish is 12.4.

Record-Breaking Season for JRM: With the win last weekend at World Wide Technology Raceway, JR Motorsports has surpassed its single-season record for wins with 16. The previous mark of 15 was set in 2022.

Souvenir Rig: JRM drivers Carson Kvapil, Justin Allgaier, Sammy Smith and Connor Zilisch will be signing autographs at the JR Motorsports / HMS-Byron/Bowman souvenir rig on Friday, Sept. 12 from 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. ET.

TOP FUEL POINTS LEADER TONY STEWART READY FOR PLAYOFF PUSH STARTING AT NHRA READING NATIONALS PRESENTED BY NITRO FISH

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READING, Pa. (Sept. 10, 2025) – Heading into this weekend’s 40th annual NHRA Reading Nationals presented by Nitro Fish at Maple Grove Raceway, racing legend Tony Stewart has already enjoyed several firsts this year.

There was the first career Top Fuel win in Las Vegas (followed by a second win in Chicago), a first No. 1 qualifier, leading the points for the first time and winning the first NHRA regular-season championship.

But there’s still two big firsts Stewart could still accomplish this year – a win in the Countdown to the Championship playoffs and, ultimately, a Top Fuel world title. The first – a playoff victory – could happen this weekend at the historic track, which would put Stewart in a strong position to continue to contend for a championship in his 12,000-horsepower Dodge//Direct Connection dragster.

As the playoffs start this weekend at Maple Grove Raceway, Stewart already knows how important every moment is from this point on.

“Literally, every time you tow that car to the line, it matters,” Stewart said. “We have to treat it like it’s a round of eliminations. Whatever points are available, we just have to go out and get them. The attention to detail matters even more than it normally does. Crew guys double-checking each other’s work, crew chiefs reminding us about spots on the racetrack, all those little fine details absolutely matter the most in these last six weeks. These last six weeks, we’re all just going to fight our guts out trying to get everything we can get, because we know how much it matters.”

Last season, Antron Brown (Top Fuel), Austin Prock (Funny Car), Aaron Stanfield (Pro Stock) and Hector Arana Jr. (Pro Stock Motorcycle) all claimed wins in their respective categories, with Brown and Prock finishing the season as world champions. The race will again be broadcast on FS1, including eliminations at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday.

It is the 15th of 20 races during the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season and the first of six events in the Countdown to the Championship. Starting at Maple Grove Raceway means everyone must be on their game at what is repeatedly one of the quickest and fastest tracks on the NHRA circuit.

The intensity and excitement at the legendary facility will be noticeable, too, and Stewart is confident he and his team will be ready. Of course, he’ll also have to contend with the likes of past champs Shawn Langdon, Doug Kalitta, Brittany Force and Steve Torrence, and reigning world champion Antron Brown.

But the moment and the opportunity has Stewart excited and he’s prepared to battle with the elite in Top Fuel as the championship race starts in Reading and plays out over the next six races.

“We’ve got guys that are turning the wrenches and twisting the knobs on the cars, and ultimately in more control of the cars than we are at this point,” Stewart said. “So, we’re all doing our jobs, and it’s just a matter of trying to put together six really good weekends in a row and knowing that if you stub your toe, you just have to rebound from it and get the guys focused on the next opportunity.

“Hopefully, by the time we get to Pomona at the end of the season, we’re in a position to be fighting for this thing. You don’t care how you get there, you just care that at the end of the day they’re giving you the big check and the big trophy.”

Funny Car’s Prock has been dominant again in 2025, winning seven races – and the regular-season championship – thus far. He’s back for a repeat win and a repeat championship for John Force Racing, but Prock will be challenged by a host of standouts, including teammate Jack Beckman, four-time champ Matt Hagan, Ron Capps, J.R. Todd, Paul Lee and Daniel Wilkerson.

Stanfield will attempt for back-to-back Pro Stock wins against a loaded group that features reigning world champ Greg Anderson, points leader Dallas Glenn, six-time world champ and Indy winner Erica Enders and Jeg Coughlin Jr., a five-time champ.

In Pro Stock Motorcycle, Gaige Herrera is the current points leader, while other top names include Matt Smith, a three-time Reading winner, Angie Smith, Richard Gadson, Chase Van Sant, Steve Johnson and John Hall.

The event will also feature thrilling competition in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, as well as Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown, Holley EFI Factory X and Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage Mountain Motor Pro Stock.

Fans are invited to the Nitro Alley Stage, the entertainment hub in the pits, hosting Nitro School, meet and greets, interviews, music and more. Reading race fans can enjoy the special pre-race ceremonies that introduce and celebrate each of the drivers racing for the prestigious Wally on Sunday and includes the fan favorite SealMaster Track Walk. The final can’t-miss experience of any NHRA event is the winner’s circle celebration on Sunday after racing concludes, where fans are invited to congratulate event winners.

As always, fans get an exclusive pit pass to the most powerful and sensory-filled motorsports attraction on the planet. Fans get a unique chance to see teams in action and service their hot rods between rounds, get autographs from their favorite NHRA drivers, and more. They can also visit Manufacturers Midway, an exciting atmosphere that includes interactive displays, merchandise, food and fun for the entire family.

NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying features two rounds at 2:30 and 5 p.m. ET on Friday, Sept. 12 and the final two rounds of qualifying on Saturday, Sept. 13 at 12:30 and 3 p.m. Final eliminations are scheduled for 11 a.m. ET on Sunday, Sept. 14. Television coverage includes qualifying action on FS1 at 12 p.m. ET on Sunday on FS1, and eliminations at 2 p.m. Sunday on FS1.

To purchase tickets to the 40th annual NHRA Reading Nationals presented by Nitro Fish at Maple Grove Raceway, fans can visit www.maplegroveraceway.com. All children 12 and under are admitted free in the general admission area with a paid adult. For more information on the NHRA, please visit www.NHRA.com.

About Mission Foods

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

About NHRA

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

Greg Van Alst Returns to Bristol Motor Speedway with New NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series Team

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BRISTOL, Tenn.: Veteran race car driver Greg Van Alst will return to Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway for Thursday night’s NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series showdown, aiming to deliver a thunderous performance in the UNOH 250 presented by Ohio Logistics.

Bristol will mark the second NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series start for the newly established Greg Van Alst Motorsports team, as the group looks to continue laying the foundation following its debut at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park in July.

In that debut, Van Alst rolled off deep in the field but steadily worked through the learning curve with his No. 35 Top Choice Fence Toyota Tundra.

By staying out of trouble and picking up the pace as the laps clicked away, the Anderson, Ind. native brought home a respectable 28th-place finish in the TSport 200.

For the former Daytona ARCA Menards Series winner, the night wasn’t about results — it was about taking the first step as an owner-driver.

Now, heading into the high banks of Thunder Valley, Van Alst is focused on progress and building momentum with each lap turned.

“Indianapolis was all about learning for us,” said Van Alst. “We knew going in that there would be a lot of unknowns with a brand-new team, but I was proud of how we kept our heads down and made gains throughout the race.

“Now going to Bristol, the goal is to take what we learned and keep improving every time we hit the track.”

Van Alst is no stranger to the famed “World’s Fastest Half Mile.”

From his Super Late Model days to an impressive top-five performance in the ARCA Menards Series, a Truck Series start with Young’s Motorsports, and most recently, a pair of NASCAR Xfinity Series appearances at the 0.533-mile concrete oval, the 44-year-old veteran has built a wealth of experience at Bristol.

He’ll lean on that diverse background this week as he prepares to tackle 250 laps that will kick off in the late afternoon and roar into the night under the Bristol lights.

“Bristol is just one of those places that grabs your attention the moment you roll through the gates,” said Van Alst.

“I’ve raced here in different cars and different series, and every time it’s intense. Starting in the daylight and finishing under the lights adds to the atmosphere.

“It’s a place where experience really matters and I’m excited to put everything I’ve learned over the years to work in the Truck Series with my own race team.”

Gearing up for a few more selected NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series starts this season, Van Alst is focused on the long game.

For 2025, the priority is building the team’s notebook, learning the ins and outs of the series, and laying the groundwork for a more diverse and ambitious schedule in 2026.

“We definitely want to have a good performance on Thursday night,” added Van Alst.

“With more races under our belt, our equipment will continue to improve, and that will help us reach the goal of becoming a steady and competitive race team.

“We have high hopes for Thursday night, but we’re also focused on handling what we can control.”

For his return to Thunder Valley this week, Van Alst is proud to welcome back the support of Phil’s Heating and Air, which has reunited with him as a partner for the 20th race of the 2025 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series schedule.

Phil’s Heating and Air has been in business since 2017, but Phil has been in the HVAC business for over 30 years.

They serve Johnson City, Jonesborough, Gray, Kingsport, Bristol, Elizabethton, Erwin, Piney Flats and the entire tri-cities area.

“It means a lot to have the support of Phil’s Heating and Air this week at Bristol,” said Van Alst. “They have been a great partner of mine, and I think our No. 35 Phil’s Heating and Air Toyota Tundra looks awesome. I’m ready to race and bring them home a solid finish.”

Van Alst has reunited with his championship-winning crew chief, Kevin Shannon, from his CRA | ARCA days, bringing familiarity and proven chemistry to the No. 35 Toyota team as they prepare for another Truck Series start.

“Having Kevin back on top of the box at Bristol means a lot to me,” said Van Alst. “We’ve had a lot of success together over the years, and that trust and communication is something you just can’t manufacture.

“Taking that experience into a place as challenging as Bristol gives us confidence and a solid foundation to keep building on in the Truck Series.”

Van Alst’s company, Top Choice Fence, will join Phil’s Heating and Air for his seventh career Truck Series start; however, Greg Van Alst Motorsports continues to actively seek additional marketing partners to join forces with his team as he builds toward the future.

The 2023 Daytona ARCA winner began the 2025 season competing part-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series with Joey Gase Motorsports with Scott Osteen. After eight starts, Van Alst opted to step back and reset his racing schedule for the remainder of the year.

He plans to return to Xfinity Series competition later this season, with details of his next start to be announced.

For more on Greg Van Alst and Greg Van Alst Motorsports, please visit GregVanAlst.com, like them on Facebook (Van Alst Motorsports) and follow him on X | Twitter (@GregVanAlst35).

The UNOH 250 presented by Ohio Logistics (250 laps | 133.25 miles) serves as the 20th of 25 races on the 2025 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series schedule. The week features a quick one-day show, beginning with two 25-minute group practice sessions on Saturday, September 11, from 3:05 to 4:00 p.m. ET, followed immediately by qualifying at 4:10 p.m. ET to set the 36-truck starting field. The field will take the green flag shortly after 8:30 p.m. with live coverage on FOX Sports 1, the NASCAR Racing Network (Radio) and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90.

AM Racing | Harrison Burton Bristol Motor Speedway September Xfinity Race Preview

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AM Racing | NASCAR Xfinity Series
Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway | Food City 300

Fast Facts

No. 25 AM Racing Team:
Driver: Harrison Burton
Primary Partner(s): AirBox
Manufacturer: Ford Mustang
Crew Chief: Danny Efland
Spotter: Kevin Hamlin
Chassis Intel: AMR Chassis No. 077
Engine: Roush-Yates Engines
2025 Driver Points Position: 11th | 2025 Owner Points Position: 13th

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 Friday night’s running of the Food City 300 at Bristol (Tenn.) Motor 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, AirBox!: Long-time AM Racing partner AirBox will increase its partnership with Harrison Burton and AM Racing and serve as the team’s primary partner for the series’ return to Bristol Motor Speedway for the second time during the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season.

Founded in 2017, AirBox, the industry leader in commercial indoor air quality (IAQ) solutions, is delivering healthier indoor environments through advanced air purification.

AirBox specializes in implementing ASHRAE’s performance-based ventilation (IAQP), enabling clients to achieve significant energy savings while meeting high standards for occupant health and wellness.

Their High-Volume Air Purifiers (HVPs), manufactured in North Carolina, combine Certified HEPA and Advanced Molecular Adsorbent technologies with IAQ Verification Testing and expert engineering and analytical science support to provide a turnkey approach.

With a proven track record and unmatched expertise, AirBox continues to lead the way in creating safer, healthier indoor environments for all.

The 27th race of the season marks the fifth time AirBox has held the primary role with the family-owned team this season.

In addition to Bristol Motor Speedway, their livery was showcased at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez in June, followed by Sonoma (Calif.) Raceway, Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International last month and most recently the road course race at Portland International Raceway on August 30.

● Welcome to the Xfinity Series Playoffs!: With their finish in last Saturday night’s NASCAR Xfinity Series race at World Wide Technology (Ill.) Raceway, Harrison Burton and AM Racing secured the final berth in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoffs, clinching the 12th and last remaining spot for the seven-race dash to the Championship 4 at Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway in early November.

Burton held strong under pressure, fending off late challenges from his cousin Jeb Burton as well as Xfinity Series contenders William Sawalich and Christian Eckes — each of whom was eager to shake up the Playoff grid.

Heading to the Round of 12 opener in Thunder Valley, Burton is seeded 11th in the Playoff standings, just three points below the cutline in eighth, currently occupied by Taylor Gray.

The opening round of the Xfinity Series Playoffs consists of The Last Great Colosseum at Bristol, two weeks at Kansas Speedway and the final road course event of the year at the Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway ROVAL on Saturday, October 4.

No matter what unfolds over the seven-race Playoff stretch to the checkered flag in November, Burton is locked into a top-12 finish in the championship standings.

After the completion of all 33 events on the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series schedule, the AM Racing driver will stand no worse than 12th in the final points.

This marks the first time AM Racing has advanced into the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoffs. The organization launched its full-time Xfinity Series program in 2023 and, in just its third season of competition, has earned the opportunity to contend for a championship.

● Double Duty: It’s a busy weekend for Harrison Burton. No, he won’t be behind the wheel in Saturday night’s NASCAR Cup Series Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway.

Instead, Burton is heading back to his short-track roots, set to compete in the zMAX CARS Tour Late Model Stock Car event at South Boston (Va.) Speedway on Saturday night.

He’ll pilot the No. 51 Ford for Rick Ware Racing, returning to the series where he’s already left his mark.

Burton is no stranger to success in the CARS Tour, claiming victory in the 2017 season opener at Concord Speedway while driving the No. 12 DEX Imaging Toyota.

Now, with additional experience across NASCAR’s top three national series, Burton is eager to showcase his skills in a high-profile Late Model showdown.

Earlier this season, Burton, 24, reunited with Rick Ware Racing to compete in the 2025 NASCAR All-Star Race at North Wilkesboro (N.C.) Speedway.

He earned eligibility for the prestigious event after capturing his first NASCAR Cup Series victory at Daytona International Speedway in August 2024 — a landmark triumph that also delivered Wood Brothers Racing their milestone 100th win.

● Harrison Burton NASCAR Xfinity Series Bristol Motor Speedway Stats: Friday night’s Food City 300 at Bristol Motor Speedway marks Burton’s sixth Xfinity Series start at the “World’s Fastest Half-Mile.”

Burton has delivered two top-five and four top-10 finishes in his previous five starts.

He earned a track-best of fourth twice, most recently in the fall 2020 edition of the Food City 300 after starting sixth for Joe Gibbs Racing.

Additionally, Burton carries an average Xfinity track finish of 10.2.

Earlier this season, Burton qualified his No. 25 DEX Imaging Ford Mustang 10th for the Sci-Apps 300 but experienced a flat tire in the opening laps of the race, forcing the team to make an unscheduled pit stop.

Strategy never worked in the team’s favor to recover, and they left the 0.533-mile oval with a frustrating 26th-place finish.

Also, the Huntersville, N.C. native has four NASCAR Cup Series starts at Bristol, delivering a track-best of 16th after starting 27th in the 2022 edition of the BASS Pro Shops NRA Night Race, driving for Wood Brothers Racing.

Burton, the second-generation racer, also has two NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series starts at Bristol Motor Speedway.

● Harrison Burton NASCAR Xfinity Series Career Stats: Entering Bristol, Burton has 101 career NASCAR Xfinity Series starts to his credit with four wins, 28 top-five and 58 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 100 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.

● World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway | Nu Way 200 Sauced by Blues Hog Race Recap: The NASCAR Xfinity Series journeyed to World Wide Technology Raceway in Madison, Ill., for its regular-season finale — a pivotal night contested within sight of the iconic Gateway Arch.

For Harrison Burton and the AM Racing team, the mission was clear: secure a berth in the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoffs.

After struggling with the balance of their No. 25 DEX Imaging | Dead On Tools Ford Mustang during Friday’s practice, the team rebounded in qualifying, posting the sixth-quickest lap overall.

When the green flag waved, Burton worked to maintain a top-10 pace, but handling issues saw him slip back through the field, clinging to a top-20 effort at the conclusion of Stage 1.

Through the middle stages of the race, Burton managed the ill-handling Mustang and kept his cousin, Jeb Burton, within sight — a key benchmark in protecting his margin for the final Playoff spot.

That battle shifted dramatically when Jeb Burton suffered a tire failure and made contact with the wall, ending his Playoff hopes.

Harrison Burton was collected in the ensuing caution after another competitor spun him.

Fortunately, his Ford Mustang avoided serious damage. Despite restarting on scuffed tires, Burton methodically worked his way back through the pack, ultimately bringing home a resilient 22nd-place finish.

Meanwhile, withstanding late-race charges from William Sawalich and Christian Eckes, it was Connor Zilisch who prevailed at the finish line.

His triumph not only denied both drivers a chance to claim their first career Xfinity Series victory but also prevented a shakeup in the Playoff standings that could have altered Harrison Burton’s path to the postseason.

For Burton and AM Racing, however, the finish was enough to lock themselves into the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoffs for the first time in team history.

● Thanks For Your Support: With 78 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 31st career NASCAR Xfinity Series race — and his second race at Bristol Motor Speedway in a leadership role on Friday night.

In his previous 30 Xfinity Series starts, he has collected one pole (Daytona International Speedway | February 2016), three top-five and 10 top-10 finishes.

● AM Racing NASCAR Xfinity Series Overview at Bristol Motor Speedway: This weekend’s Food City 300 will mark AM Racing’s fourth-career NASCAR Xfinity Series appearance at Bristol Motor Speedway.

In the team’s three previous outings on the half-mile oval, their best track performance came in 2023 when Brett Moffitt charged from a 36th-place starting position to finish 16th under the lights.

Collectively, AM Racing holds an average finish of 23.0 in its Bristol Xfinity efforts.

On tracks shorter than one mile in length, the Statesville, N.C.-based organization has logged 12 Xfinity Series starts, highlighted by one top-five and two top-10 finishes, with an average result of 20.3.

● 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 Bristol Motor Speedway: “I’m really looking forward to getting back to Bristol this weekend. The spring race there didn’t go the way we wanted, and Gateway was another tough one, even though we were able to lock ourselves into the Playoffs.

“That’s why this race feels like a real shot at redemption for our team. Bristol is such a demanding track, but it’s also one of the most exciting places we go.

“Under the lights, with everything on the line in the Playoffs, I feel like we have a chance to bounce back and really show the strength of this No. 25 AM Racing team.”

On Keys to Success at Bristol Motor Speedway: “Bristol is all about balance, patience and track position. You’ve got to have a car that rotates the center well but still has the drive off the corner to keep pace on long runs.

“At the same time, it’s such a tight track that you have to be smart with traffic and avoid mistakes, because things can happen fast.

“If we can qualify up front, keep ourselves in clean air, and make good adjustments throughout the night, I think we’ll have a chance to be in the mix when it counts.”

On Expectations for Bristol Motor Speedway: “Our expectations for Bristol are simple — go out, execute and put ourselves in a position to compete.

“We know it’s the Playoffs now, and every stage point and every finish matters. We also know Bristol can be unpredictable, so we have to control what we can, stay out of trouble and maximize our night.

“If we do that, I believe we can come away with a result that keeps us moving forward in the Round of 12 and builds momentum for the rest of this Playoff run.”

On Making the NASCAR Xfinity Series Playoffs with AM Racing: “Making the Playoffs means a lot to me personally, but even more so for everyone at AM Racing and for our marketing partners and everyone at Ford Racing.

“This is the team’s third year in the Xfinity Series, and to already be a Playoff contender shows how much progress has been made in a short amount of time. I’m proud to be the driver who gets to represent them on this stage.

“Ford has been behind me throughout my career, and being able to carry the Blue Oval into the postseason is something I don’t take for granted.

“Now the goal is to keep building on this and show what we’re capable of over these next seven weeks.”

On World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway Finish: “We knew coming into Gateway that the pressure was on to make the Playoffs, and honestly, it wasn’t the smoothest night for us.

“We fought the balance of our Mustang all weekend and had to grind it out to stay in the game. Getting spun and having to come back through the field wasn’t ideal, but the guys never gave up and we kept fighting for every spot.

“At the end of the day, the result wasn’t pretty, but it was enough to get AM Racing into the Xfinity Series Playoffs for the first time, and that’s something we’re proud of.

“Now the focus is on resetting and seeing what we can do over these next seven weeks.”

On CARS Tour Race at South Boston Speedway: “I’m really looking forward to getting back into the CARS Tour this weekend at South Boston.

“That series was such a big part of my development, and it’s where I learned a lot about racing against some of the toughest Late Model drivers in the country.

“Coming back now with more experience in NASCAR, it’s exciting to measure myself again in this environment. I’m thankful to Rick Ware Racing for giving me this opportunity and can’t wait to get after it on Saturday night and have some fun.”

Race Information:

The Food City 300 (300 laps | 159.9 miles) is the 27th of thirty-three (33) races on the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series schedule. Group practice is set for Friday, September 12, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 2:55 p.m. ET, with qualifying immediately following at 3:05 p.m. ET. The 38-car field will take the green flag shortly after 7:30 p.m. ET, with live coverage on The CW Network, the Performance Racing Network (Radio) and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90. All times are Eastern.

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.

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