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DASH FOR CASH AND TRIPLE TRUCK CHALLENGE COMING TO BRISTOL MOTOR SPEEDWAY SPRING RACE WEEKEND IN 2025

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The NASCAR Xfinity Series Dash For Cash bonus program returns to Bristol Motor Speedway for the SciAps 300 on Saturday, April 12. In this photo Daniel Hemric celebrates winning the Xfinity Dash for Cash at BMS in 2017.

BRISTOL, Tenn. (Jan. 31, 2025) – A pair of lucrative NASCAR race-within-a-race bonus events are going to be part of the excitement during the upcoming Food City 500 weekend, April 11-13, at Bristol Motor Speedway.

NASCAR announced Jan. 28 that both the Xfinity Series’ Dash for Cash and the Triple Truck Challenge from the Craftsman Truck Series will include Bristol Motor Speedway in their track lineups. The Dash for Cash will be featured in the SciAps 300 Xfinity Series race on Saturday, April 12 at 5 p.m. and the Triple Truck Challenge will be contested in the WEATHER GUARD Truck Race in the Craftsman Truck Series on Friday, April 11 at 7:30 p.m.

“We are always up for adding more excitement to our races and by having both the Xfinity Series Dash for Cash and the Triple Truck Challenge in the Craftsman Truck Series unfolding during our spring NASCAR weekend it is sure to provide more thrills for our guests,” said Jerry Caldwell, president and general manager, Bristol Motor Speedway. “We have had many Dash for Cash winners in the past and we are looking forward to seeing which driver will be the first to take home the big bucks and a Triple Truck Challenge trophy from Bristol Motor Speedway.”

The tracks featured in the Xfinity Series Dash for Cash include the qualifying race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The first Dash for Cash race will follow the next weekend at Homestead-Miami Speedway. The remaining races include Martinsville Speedway, Bristol Motor Speedway and Rockingham Speedway.

The Dash for Cash will begin with the four highest-finishers from the March Las Vegas race battling at Homestead-Miami Speedway. The highest-finisher of those four drivers at Homestead will earn $100,000. The top four from Homestead will then go to Martinsville and repeat the process. The top four finishers from Martinsville will compete for the $100,000 bonus at Bristol and the top four Bristol finishers will race for $100,000 at Rockingham.

The Triple Truck Challenge of the Craftsman Truck Series will include races at Martinsville Speedway, Bristol Motor Speedway and Rockingham. In the Triple Truck Challenge drivers will receive a $50,000 bonus for one victory. If a driver wins two out of the three races he or she will earn $150,000. Should a driver win all three of the races, a $500,000 prize will be awarded.

The two programs will both conclude at Rockingham, April 18-20.

For the first time, drivers from all three of NASCAR’s top touring series are eligible to participate in both the Dash for Cash and the Triple Truck Challenge. In the past, only full-time series drivers were eligible for each program.

Five drivers have claimed Dash for Cash victories at Bristol Motor Speedway: Daniel Suarez (2015), Erik Jones (2016), Daniel Hemric (2017), Ryan Preece (2018), and Christopher Bell (2019).

This is the first time the Triple Truck Challenge will be held at Bristol.

The highly-anticipated weekend opens with the WEATHER GUARD Truck Race, a 250-lap race in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series under the lights on Friday, April 11 (7:30 p.m., FS1 and PRN Radio), continues Saturday afternoon on April 12 with the SciAps 300 NASCAR Xfinity Series race (5 p.m., The CW, PRN Radio) and then culminates Sunday afternoon with the historic Food City 500 NASCAR Cup Series race (April 13, 3 p.m., FS1 and PRN Radio).

In addition to cheering on their favorite drivers on the track, Bristol Motor Speedway fans will definitely want to take advantage of so many activities to make a complete weekend of family fun. There will be great video entertainment provided by Colossus TV, the world’s largest center-hung video screen, premium VIP experiences, tailgating, on-site camping, concerts and other entertainment at the Food City Fan Zone Stage headlined by Trackside Live with Kenny Wallace and John Roberts, great food and beverages in the concession stands throughout the property, and so much more.

To purchase tickets for the Food City 500, please visit https://www.bristolmotorspeedway.com/events/food-city-500/or call the BMS ticket sales center at (866) 415-4158. Tickets can also be purchased at your neighborhood Food City store until Wednesday, April 4.

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

WICHITA RACEWAY PARK RETURNS TO NHRA MEMBER TRACK FAMILY IN DIVISION 4

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WICHITA FALLS, TEXAS (Jan. 31, 2025) – NHRA officials are pleased to announce that Wichita Raceway Park (WRP) has returned to the NHRA Member Track Network in the NHRA’s South Central Division (Division 4), marking a new chapter for the facility and providing a premier drag racing experience for racers and fans in the region.

Located in Wichita Falls, Texas, Wichita Raceway Park is now under the ownership of Keith Starr. The track has worked to expand its local track programs and enhance the facility, and will look to continue that growth by partnering with NHRA.

“The NHRA brings stability and a wealth of resources to our track, which benefits not just us as owners but also the racers who call WRP home,” Starr said. “This partnership allows us to provide a structured environment with clear opportunities for racers to grow and achieve their goals. The support from the NHRA ensures that we can continue to build a bright future for drag racing in Wichita Falls.”

As one of the more than 100 NHRA Member Tracks, Wichita Raceway Park will be eligible to offer racers in the area a variety of NHRA-sanctioned racing opportunities in the future, including the NHRA Summit Racing Series, the NHRA Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League, NHRA Street Legal, NHRA Jr. Street and more. Additionally, the track will have the chance to host NHRA specialty events like the NHRA Summit King of the Track and more.

WRP will give its local racers the chance to compete on a national stage, while also showcasing the track’s commitment to the grassroots racing community in the area. It also adds another standout facility to the NHRA’s growing South Central Division, giving local racers a wealth of opportunities to compete and gain access to NHRA’s extensive racing programs.

“We are excited to have Wichita Raceway Park back in our Member Track network,” NHRA South Central Division Director Jonathan Johnson said. “I have spoken to Keith several times before our conversations became more serious, and his vision and focus for WRP are exciting from our point of view. The real beauty of his track is the amount of people around him who take on roles and care about the various programs he is putting on at the racetrack.”

For more information about Wichita Raceway Park, including their event schedule for the season, visit https://wichitaracewaypark.com. For more information on NHRA, including the 2025 schedule, visit www.nhra.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.

Performance Racing Network, Kyle Petty Launch New Country Countdown Show with Beasley Media Group Duo Charlie and Debbie

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“Kyle Petty’s Back Then Again Country Countdown with Charlie and Debbie” debuts February 1

CONCORD, N.C. (Jan. 31, 2025) – Today, the Performance Racing Network (PRN) announced the launch of “Kyle Petty’s Back Then Again Country Countdown with Charlie and Debbie.” The show features third-generation race car driver, philanthropist, and musician Kyle Petty, along with the hosts of one of the nation’s top-rated afternoon country radio shows, Charlie and Debbie of Country 103.7 (WSOC) in Charlotte, N.C.

“Kyle Petty’s Back Then Again Country Countdown with Charlie and Debbie” will feature a weekly look back at the top 20 Country songs of the current week from years past, intertwined with Pop Culture history from that week and great stories from the show’s three hosts.

Kyle Petty’s Back Then Again Country Countdown

While Petty is most known for his life in NASCAR, he has a deep-rooted passion for country music and has made a name for himself as a musician.

Growing up at the racetrack, a traveling preacher gifted Petty his first guitar at age 12. He soon began writing his own music in high school and, through the years, found creative influences in artists and songwriters such as Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Carole King, James Taylor, Harry Chapin, and Jim Croce. A seasoned performer, Petty has played for audiences big and small and recently performed on the legendary Grand Ole Opry stage.

“I am as excited for this new chapter as I ever was at the start of every new NASCAR season,” said Petty. “Everyone knows I love racing, but I have loved country music for just as long. Watching Marty Robbins sing at the Opry and drive a race car opened up a world of possibilities for a 12 year old from Level Cross, N.C. I have been blessed to do both in my life.

“And working with Charlie and Debbie on this project is icing on the cake. They are amazing broadcasters, and I can’t wait to go ‘back then again’ with them every week.”

Charlie and Debbie have spent decades entertaining audiences on Country 103.7 (WSOC) in Charlotte, N.C. The married couple’s award-winning career in country radio has earned them many accolades, but they find the most joy in storytelling and connecting with fans.

“We are beyond thrilled to team up with PRN and Kyle Petty for this exciting new project,” said Charlie and Debbie. “NASCAR and country music have always shared a loyal fan base, so this collaboration makes perfect sense. And you can’t mention NASCAR without immediately thinking of the Petty name. So, having the opportunity to partner with Kyle Petty is truly an honor. We’re already having so much fun working together, and we can’t wait to share it with everyone.”

“Kyle Petty’s Back Then Again Country Countdown with Charlie and Debbie” will debut on February 1, 2025, on over 180 stations nationwide. For a list of stations, visit GoPRN.com.

ABOUT PRN:

Performance Racing Network (PRN), a Speedway Motorsports, LLC subsidiary, is one of two NASCAR-licensed multi-broadcast radio networks that markets, produces, and distributes motorsports programming 365 days a year. PRN broadcasts 14 NASCAR Cup Series races and 13 NASCAR Xfinity Series races and co-produces the NASCAR races from the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway. PRN races can be heard nationwide on over 385 affiliate radio stations, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90, and streamed on GoPRN.com, the PRN mobile app, NASCAR.com, and TuneIn. In addition to live race coverage, the network also offers a complete lineup of nationally syndicated studio programming, including: “Fast Talk presented by Toyota,” “O’Reilly Auto Parts Pit Reporters,” “Garage Pass,” “Kyle Petty’s Back Then Again Country Countdown with Charlie and Debbie,” and “At the Track.” Visit GoPRN.com for more information.

Michigan-Based Brands Re-Signed as Anchor Partners for Kaden Honeycutt and Niece Motorsports

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Precision, AutoVentive, and DQS to Back Honeycutt Throughout 2025 Season.

Salisbury, NC (Jan. 31, 2025) – Kaden Honeycutt’s No. 45 Chevrolet Silverado RST will continue to adorn familiar branding associated with Precision Vehicle Logistics, AutoVentive, and DQS Solutions & Staffing as the team announces a partnership renewal for the upcoming race season.

Honeycutt, who enters his first full-time NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series campaign, is scheduled to race with the partners’ primary support for the majority of the 25-race calendar, including the season opener at Daytona International Speedway.

“I’m very thankful knowing that we have so much support behind our No. 45 team,” said Kaden Honeycutt. “Precision, AutoVentive, and DQS have all played huge roles here at Niece Motorsports over the past couple of years, and I am looking forward to representing everyone. Jason and Elizabeth Wilson have treated me like family in the short time that we’ve worked together, and now that I am getting more heavily involved with Josh Morris and his team, I know it’s the start of a great relationship. I can’t thank everyone enough.”

Featured as primary partners for select events last year, the group’s support has grown to include several avenues of involvement with Niece Motorsports – on a national scale through the Truck Series, at the grassroots ranks through asphalt and dirt late models, and most recently, snowmobile racing at the I-500.

All based in the state of Michigan, these brands are heavily associated with the Detroit auto manufacturing processes. The ‘big three’ are supported by the companies in three ways – with staffing assistance and inventory management from DQS, shipping and logistics expertise from Precision, and tracking services from AutoVentive.

Precision Vehicle Logistics is a customer-focused group of professionals committed to service excellence in finished vehicle logistics. Precision offers a unique combination of talented experience, industry-leading software and systems, and a network of partners and resources to deliver customized solutions to the world’s leading automakers.

AutoVentive is an industry-leading Software as a Service (SaaS) applications developer providing customized solutions to the automotive logistics industry. The company is part of Liberty Hill Equity Partners, LLC, a Cincinnati-based private equity firm.

“On behalf of the 1000+ hard working individuals at Precision Vehicle Holdings, and its family of companies, we are eager and proud to support Niece Motorsports, and General Motors for our third season of competition in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series,” stated Jason Wilson, VP of Precision Vehicle Holdings. “We are very optimistic, and excited for Kaden Honeycutt to be behind the wheel of the Niece Motorsports, Precision/AutoVentive sponsored No. 45 Chevrolet during the 2025 season.”

“As a company, we want our engagement in the Truck Series to be a representation of our internal culture displayed through our drive to be successful on the track, and also our social engagement with the racing community, OEM’s, and like partners in the garage,” Wilson continued. “Thank you to Niece Motorsports, Al Niece, Cody Efaw, and every last employee for being such a great partner in our initiatives, and doing everything possible to represent all of us at Precision, and AutoVentive in line with how we represent ourselves. We look forward to what the 2025 season will bring.”

DQS Solutions & Staffing delivers innovative workforce and business solutions across diverse industries, with expertise in the automotive sector. In addition to staffing, the company offers a range of services including security, warehousing, key management systems, automation, transportation, snow removal, and food truck operations.

“DQS is looking forward to continuing our partnership with Niece Motorsports, Precision Vehicle Logistics, and AutoVentive for the 2025 season,” said Josh Morris, CEO of DQS. “It’s been a rewarding experience working alongside such a dedicated team, and we’re eager to build on the success we’ve achieved so far. We’re proud to support Kaden Honeycutt in his first full-time season in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series and are excited to see how his journey unfolds this year.”

“A special thank you to the team at Niece Motorsports for their ongoing support,” Morris continued. “We also want to recognize the team at Precision Vehicle Logistics for their commitment to bringing us all together in a sport we’ve quickly developed a passion for. With plenty of opportunities ahead, we’re confident the 2025 season will be a successful one for Kaden, Niece Motorsports, Precision Vehicle Logistics, AutoVentive, DQS, and the entire racing community.”

In their third year partnering with the race team, the companies look to build upon the strong relationship as they reveal other exciting upcoming projects. One key event taking place this year revolves around the NCTS race entitlement sponsorship at Michigan International Speedway.

On June 7, drivers will make their return to Michigan for the first time in over five years. The race, newly-named the ‘DQS Staffing & Solutions 200 Powered By Precision Vehicle Logistics’, will feature prominent trackside branding for the partners and race team itself.

The NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series season kicks off at Daytona International Speedway on Friday, February 14. FOX Sports 1 will cover the Fresh From Florida 250 live at 7:30 PM ET.

Follow Niece Motorsports on Facebook, X, and Instagram and visit niecemotorsports.com for all the latest news.

About Precision Vehicle Logistics: Precision Vehicle Logistics is a customer-focused group of professionals committed to service excellence in finished vehicle logistics. Precision offers a unique combination of talented experience, industry-leading software and systems, and a network of partners and resources to deliver customized solutions to the world’s leading automakers.

About AutoVentive: AutoVentive is an industry-leading Software as a Service (SaaS) applications developer providing customized solutions to the automotive logistics industry. The company is part of Liberty Hill Equity Partners, LLC, a Cincinnati-based private equity firm.

About DQS Solutions & Staffing: Guided by a mission to achieve excellence and adaptability, DQS partners with clients to create custom solutions that address unique business challenges. Recognized as Michigan’s fastest-growing company and #22 in the nation on the Inc. 5000 list, DQS drives industry growth while giving back through its nonprofit, Foundation for Pops, and partnerships like the River Rouge School District.

About Niece Motorsports: Niece Motorsports is owned by United States Marine Corps Veteran Al Niece. In 2025, Niece Motorsports enters its tenth season in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. Niece also owns Niece Equipment, which has for over 40 years provided clients with reliable products at competitive prices. Niece Equipment’s reputation is built on service, integrity and dependability. The company provides water and fuel/lube trucks that are engineered with quality and durability in mind for the construction and mining industry. Follow the team on Facebook and Instagram @NieceMotorsports as well as X @NieceMotorsport.

Virtual Gaming Worlds Joins 23XI Racing in Multi-Year Partnership

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Chumba Casino to be Featured in Multiple Races

Huntersville, N.C. (Jan. 31, 2025) – 23XI Racing announced today a multi-year partnership with Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW), an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play games. Beginning with the upcoming NASCAR season, the partnership will feature VGW’s Chumba Casino brand as the primary paint scheme for several races across all three 23XI cars. The collaboration expands the brand’s global reach in motorsports, complementing its existing partnership with Scuderia Ferrari in Formula 1.

As both VGW and 23XI continue to reach new and diverse audiences, the partnership will highlight one of VGW’s biggest brands, Chumba Casino, North America’s premier online social casino. For over a decade, Chumba Casino has brought players fun and entertainment with casino-style games that are always free to play. Chumba Casino’s vibrant paint schemes will be featured at select races this season on each of 23XI’s three Toyota Camry XSE racecars, driven by Bubba Wallace, Tyler Reddick, and Riley Herbst. The brand will also be displayed on the drivers’ firesuits and team equipment throughout the season. With 23XI’s recent addition of the No. 35 team, VGW and Chumba Casino will be the first primary partner featured across all three teams. During the season, fans and players can also look forward to exciting activations that will provide unique opportunities to engage with both 23XI and Chumba Casino.

“We’re excited for Chumba Casino to partner with 23XI Racing, a team that embodies innovation and excellence in motorsports,” said VGW’s Deputy Chief Marketing Officer Ben Whitford. “At VGW, one of our values is that we are powered by passion, and we love partnering with other leaders in their fields who are passionate about innovation and performance. This collaboration gives us a great opportunity to connect with NASCAR fans and showcase the excitement of Chumba’s free-to-play games. We’re looking forward to working with the 23XI Racing team and achieving groundbreaking success together.”

“We are excited to welcome VGW to the 23XI family and to showcase Chumba Casino on track with Bubba, Tyler, and Riley,” said Steve Lauletta, 23XI team president. “Our organizations share a passion for creating unforgettable fan experiences through innovation and technology and we’re keen to work together on exciting programs that will benefit our fans throughout the year. We look forward to introducing 23XI and NASCAR fans to the Chumba Casino games, which can be played anywhere, anytime while they enjoy our races.”

About Virtual Gaming Worlds

VGW is an interactive entertainment company, harnessing technology and creativity to deliver world-class, free-to-play games. Its high-quality, acclaimed brands include Chumba Casino, Global Poker and LuckyLand Slots, which are enjoyed by players in North America. VGW’s games are based on a freemium model, meaning they are available to play at no cost, but include optional in-game purchases to enhance gameplay. VGW also offers sweepstakes promotions where players can collect free entries for the chance to win real-world prizes. A core value of VGW is “our players come first,” which means always striving to deliver a safe, responsible, and positive player experience.

About 23XI Racing

23XI Racing – pronounced twenty-three eleven – was founded by NBA legend Michael Jordan and three-time Daytona 500 winner Denny Hamlin in 2020. With rising NASCAR star Bubba Wallace selected to drive the No. 23 Toyota Camry, the team made its NASCAR Cup Series debut in the 2021 Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. Wallace made history on October 4, 2021, when he captured his first career Cup Series win, becoming just the second African American to win in the Cup Series, and earning 23XI its first-ever victory. 23XI expanded to a two-car organization in 2022 with Cup Series Champion Kurt Busch driving the No. 45 Toyota Camry. With a win at Kansas Speedway in May of 2022, Busch earned 23XI the team’s first-ever playoff berth. In 2024, Tyler Reddick won the Regular Season Championship and raced to a spot in the Championship 4, a first for both the team and Reddick. 23XI currently features the lineup of Bubba Wallace in the No. 23 Toyota Camry, Tyler Reddick in the No. 45 Toyota Camry and Riley Herbst in the No. 35 Toyota Camry. The team operates out of Airspeed, a state-of-the-art facility in Huntersville, N.C. that opened in January 2024.

Quick Guide to Iconic Motorsports Events in 2025

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The holiday season is over, and it’s time to gear up for the 2025 motorsport series for Formula 1 and NASCAR! NASCAR and Formula 1 have exciting races on legendary tracks and extreme competition.

If you intend to purchase tickets, check out various websites, such as Ticket-Compare, to find the best deals online. Whether you plan on watching at home or visiting your nearby raceway, here are some of the most important dates to consider for the 2025 motorsports season.

NASCAR Cup Series

As usual, NASCAR will begin in February, starting on the 2nd with the Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray. The iconic track race days will begin on the following:

Daytona 500 – February 16, 2025

Location: Daytona Beach, Florida (United States)

Ignoring the series finale, the Daytona 500 is arguably NASCAR’s crown jewel and is easily one of the most anticipated races of every season. Often dubbed “The Great American Race,” it is sure to deliver a spectacle that will be very enjoyable to watch.

Bristol Night Race – September 13, 2025

Location: Bristol, Tennessee (United States)

Night races are always exhilarating and fun to watch. The Bass Pro Shops Night Race has almost always provided excitement for fans living near Appalachia. A key feature of this race is the close-quarter racing, which offers close calls and extreme precision.

NASCAR Cup Series Championship – November 2, 2025

Location: Avondale, Arizona (United States)

Obviously, the grand finale will be a spectacle for even the most casual of motorsports fans. This is where the team’s season-long rivalries and performance history culminate into a single epic race. The stakes are at their highest in this, and it will be a perfect race to fly out.

Formula 1

Unlike NASCAR, Formula 1 starts a month later, in the middle of March. Formula 1 is known for its incredibly fast supercars and high precision. Formula 1 tickets are already on sale, so be sure to get them when you can! The important events to seek out are the following:

Australian Grand Prix – March 14-16, 2025

Location: Melbourne, Australia

This race is the gun that starts every Formula 1 season. Teams showcase their new technologies and strategies for the year at the Australian Grand Prix, making it an entertaining event to watch and look forward to.

Monaco Grand Prix – May 23-25, 2025

Location: Monaco, Monaco

This race, which takes place in beautiful Monte Carlo, has a rich history associated with it. Due to its unforgiving tight corners, a victory here is coveted for an entire career. If you have the opportunity to visit, do it, as it promises a weekend full of motorsport drama.

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – December 5-7, 2025

Location: Yas Marina, Abu Dhabi

Last on our list today is the finale of the Formula 1 season, the Abi Dhabi Grand Prix. This race always plays a decisive role in which driver and team will win the World Champion title. This race is sure to not disappoint, alongside its beautiful setting.

Important Notice

All the above are key dates for any motorsport fan of NASCAR or Formula 1. If you plan on visiting in person, be sure to check out your options sooner rather than later. Tickets can quickly sell out, and you do not want to miss out if you have the opportunity. Click here to find tickets for the best events listed above.

Rally Driver Hiroshi Masuoka Receives the Person of Sports Merit Award in Japan

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The First Japanese Driver to Win the Dakar Rally for Two Consecutive Years with the Mitsubishi Pajero –

TOKYO, Jan 31, 2025 – (JCN Newswire) – Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) is proud to announce that Hiroshi Masuoka, a Mitsubishi Motors rally driver, has received the person of sports merit award by the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan on January 29. This prestigious award is offered to athletes, coaches, and others who have played an active role in the advancement of professional sports in Japan and have achieved exceptional results in the world of sports.

The Ministry honored Masuoka for his outstanding achievements in motorsports and his contributions to society. As a rally driver, he has achieved phenomenal success, becoming the first Japanese driver to claim two consecutive wins at the Dakar Rally, known as the world’s most grueling rally, in 2002 and 2003 with the Mitsubishi Pajero. Masuoka also leverages his expertise gained through his motorsports activities to the development of electrified vehicles, and actively contributes to the society by promoting safe driving awareness through Mitsubishi Motors’ customer events, including SUV and 4WD test drives and workshops.

In recent years, Masuoka has participated in the Asia Cross Country Rally as the team director of Team Mitsubishi Ralliart. In 2022, he led the team to an overall first-place finish in their first attempt.

Commenting on the award, Masuoka said, “Ever since I was a little boy, cars have been my passion. The moment I got my driver’s license, I practiced wholeheartedly to join the exhilarating world of motorsports. I participated in the Dakar Rally 21 times and achieved my long-held dream of winning the overall championship in 2002 and 2003. I would like to express my gratitude to my fans, Mitsubishi Motors, Ralliart and all the others who have supported me for over 40 years, from my days as a driver to my current position as team director. Using the experience gained through my rally activities, I will strive to contribute to society in areas such as environmental conservation and traffic safety.”

About Mitsubishi Motors

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (TSE:7211) — a member of the Alliance with Renault and Nissan — is a global automobile company based in Tokyo, Japan, which has about 28,000 employees and a global footprint with production facilities in Japan and the ASEAN region. Mitsubishi Motors has a competitive edge in SUVs, pickup trucks and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and appeals to ambitious drivers willing to challenge convention and embrace innovation. Since the production of our first vehicle more than a century ago, Mitsubishi Motors has been a leader in electrification — launched the i-MiEV, the world’s first mass-produced electric vehicle in 2009, followed by the Outlander PHEV, the world’s first plug-in hybrid electric SUV in 2013. With a target of increasing the sales ratio of electrified vehicles to 100% by 2035, Mitsubishi Motors will deliver models that embody Mitsubishi Motors-ness and contribute to the realization of a carbon-neutral society.For more information on Mitsubishi Motors, please visit the company’s website at www.mitsubishi-motors.com/en/

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NHRA SET TO STREAM COVERAGE OF 36 EVENTS FOR FREE ON NHRA.TV

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Complimentary coverage includes action in Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Mission Foods Series testing in Gainesville and more

INDIANAPOLIS (Jan. 30, 2025) – NHRA announced today its comprehensive free coverage plan on NHRA.tv and its NHRA YouTube page for the upcoming season in the popular Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series.

In all, the NHRA will stream more than 30 Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series events on either NHRA.tv or the NHRA YouTube page for free during the 2025 campaign, including extensive action from across all seven divisions, special events and more. The full schedule of complimentary races is available at NHRA.tv, with additional races expected to be added in the coming weeks.

All 20 Mission Foods Drag Racing Series national events in 2025 can be viewed on NHRA.tv, with the price remaining at $159.99 for the entire season or $24.99 per national event. The test session at Gainesville Raceway on March 4-5 will also be streamed for free on NHRA.tv, which leads into the season-opening Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals on March 6-9 at the historic facility.

The complimentary coverage will begin with the Division 7 double-divisional race on Feb. 20-23 at Firebird Motorsports Park in Phoenix and gives fans their first glimpse of NHRA racing action in 2025. The season-long free coverage takes place from February through November and will feature thrilling action from all seven NHRA divisions in the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series season. To watch the select divisional races for free, fans simply need to sign up for a complimentary account on NHRA.tv.

Streaming coverage of the divisional races is sponsored by Strange Engineering, Summit Racing Equipment, Edelbrock, Laris Motorsports Insurance, Right Trailers, Competition Products, Total Seal, CTech Manufacturing and Speedmaster, and will provide fans a free look into the thrilling NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series and some of the world’s top racers.

Starting in Phoenix for the Division 7 kickoff event, race fans can watch several divisional races every month on either NHRA.tv or the NHRA YouTube page. That includes six events in May, and five races in June, July and August, concluding with the Division 7 race at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Nov. 6-9. Complimentary coverage will also include major events like the JEGS SPORTSnationals in July at National Trail Raceway and the Laris Motorsports Insurance Cajun NHRA SPORTSnationals on March 14-16 at No Problem Raceway, along with several of the popular doubleheader races throughout the winter, spring, summer and fall.

Along with the complimentary coverage, fans who purchase the full NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season on NHRA.tv get incredible access to watch nearly 60 live events this year, along with access to hours of original and special content, previous years of racing and much more. For more information about the NHRA, including the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series schedule, visit www.NHRA.com.

About Lucas Oil

Founded in 1989 by Forrest and Charlotte Lucas, Lucas Oil Products was created with the simple philosophy of producing only the best line of lubricants and additives available anywhere. Today, it encompasses the most diversified range of products in the automotive, powersports, marine, industrial, outdoor, and motorsports marketplaces, many of which were created by Forrest Lucas himself. In total, the company boasts more than 300 premium products, representing the largest variety of shelf products of any oil company in the United States with a distribution network across 48 different countries. For more information, please visit www.LucasOil.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, Pingel Top Fuel Motorcycle 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.

NASCAR Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray, Schedule and Format

By
Angie Campbell
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NASCAR heads to Bowman Gray Stadium this weekend for the 2025 season-opener Cook Out Clash exhibition race. The 0.25-mile oval track promises to deliver intense racing as 39 drivers compete for only 23 spots in the 200-lap event.

Bowman Gray Stadium’s Modified Division will join the action Saturday afternoon with the Cook Out Madhouse Classic. The invitation-only exhibition race will feature NASCAR Hall of Fame driver, Bobby Labonte, in the No. 18 Cook Out Modified.

All times are Eastern.

Saturday, Feb. 1

11:15 a.m.: Modified Practice
Noon: Modified Single Car Qualifying
1:45 p.m.: Cook Out Madhouse Classic – FloRacing
125 Laps or 90 min
6:10 p.m.: Cup Series Practice/Qualifying
3 groups, 3 eight-minute sessions – FS1/MRN/SiriusXM
8:30 p.m.: Cup Series (4 Heat Races/25 laps each)
8:30 p.m., 8:45 p.m., 9 p.m., 9:15 p.m.
FS1/MRN/SiriusXM

Sunday, Feb. 2

6 p.m.: Last Chance Qualifying Race (75 Laps) FOX/ MRN/SiriusXM
8 p.m.: Cook Out Clash Race (200 Green Flag Laps) FOX/ MRN/SiriusXM

Format:

HEAT RACE STARTING LINEUP: 

The Clash at Bowman Gray field will be split into (3) practice groups and each group will participate in (3) sessions. Each competitor’s fastest lap time from their final practice session will determine the starting lineup for the heat races.

The fastest qualifier will be on the pole for Heat 1; second-fastest will be on the pole for Heat 2; third-fastest qualifier will be on the pole for Heat 3; fourth-fastest will be on the pole for Heat 4; etc.

HEAT RACES: Four heat races of 25 laps each with only green flag laps counted – no overtime in play. The top five from each heat race advance through to The Clash.

LAST CHANCE QUALIFIER: This event is for cars that have not already transferred to The Clash. The results will determine the starting positions in their respective heat races. The LCQ race is 75 laps with only green flag laps counted – no overtime in play. The top two finishers in the LCQ will transfer to The Clash.

THE COOK OUT CLASH FEATURE: The main event will feature 23 drivers competing for 200 laps with only green flag laps counted. There will be a timed break at the race’s halfway point. The race must end under green

LINEUP: The first 22 starting spots for The Clash are set through finishing positions in the heat races and the LCQ. The 23rd and final starting spot is reserved for the driver who finished the highest in the 2024 season driver points standings and who had not already transferred into The Clash.

PRACTICE GROUPS

Group 1Group 2Group 3
William ByronRyan BlaneyJoey Logano
Kyle LarsonChristopher BellTyler Reddick
Alex BowmanDenny HamlinChase Elliott
Daniel SuárezAustin CindricChase Briscoe
Ty GibbsShane van GisbergenBrad Keselowski
Bubba WallaceChris BuescherJosh Berry
Carson HocevarKyle BuschRoss Chastain
Riley HerbstTodd GillilandZane Smith
Noah GragsonCole CusterRicky Stenhouse Jr.
Ty DillonErik JonesAJ Allmendinger
Austin DillonJustin HaleyMichael McDowell
Ryan PreeceJohn Hunter NemechekCody Ware
Tim BrownBurt MyersGarrett Smithley
Clash Event Format

NASCAR Xfinity Series Schedule for Greg Van Alst and Joey Gase Motorsports with Scott Osteen Announced

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Official Release
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MOORESVILLE, N.C.: Motorsports veteran and former ARCA | CRA Series champion Greg Van Alst will begin his new NASCAR Xfinity Series tenure with Joey Gase Motorsports with Scott Osteen at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway on Sat., Feb. 15, 2025.

Van Alst, a former ARCA winner at Daytona, will pilot the No. 35 Chevrolet Camaro as part of an already announced two-car effort for the Mooresville, N.C.-based team beginning with the season-opening race at the famed 2.5-mile superspeedway.

The Anderson, Ind. native’s first season with Joey Gase Motorsports with Scott Osteen will include at least 18 additional Xfinity Series races throughout the 33-race season, including:

  • Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway | March 8, 2025
  • Martinsville (Va.) Speedway | March 29, 2025
  • Darlington (S.C.) Raceway | April 5, 2025
  • Bristol (Tenn.) Motor Speedway | April 12, 2025
  • Rockingham (N.C.) Speedway | April 19, 2025
  • Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway | April 26, 2025
  • Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway | May 24, 2025
  • Nashville (Tenn.) Superspeedway | May 31, 2025
  • Dover (Del.) Motor Speedway | July 19, 2025
  • Indianapolis Motor Speedway | July 26, 2025
  • Iowa Speedway | August 2, 2025
  • Daytona International Speedway | August 22, 2025
  • World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway | September 6, 2025
  • Bristol Motor Speedway | September 12, 2025
  • Kansas Speedway | September 27, 2025
  • Talladega Superspeedway | October 18, 2025
  • Martinsville Speedway | October 25, 2025
  • Phoenix Raceway | November 1, 2025

“I am thrilled about this opportunity to compete in most of the NASCAR Xfinity Series season with Joey Gase Motorsports with Scott Osteen,” said Van Alst.

“This is an essential step in my racing career, and with a tunneled vision focused on the Xfinity Series, I believe I can step up to the plate and not only be competitive but also produce some strong finishes that can propel our team into the spotlight.

“This schedule is very diverse, but I am confident that we deliver productive finishes that can keep our partners and team in the spotlight.”

Beginning at Daytona and throughout the 2025 Xfinity season, Van Alst’s No. 35 Chevrolet will carry continued support from Anderson, Ind.-based CB Fabricating.

Headquartered in Anderson, Ind., CB Fabricating offers a complete list of fabricating from design, laser cutting, CNC punching, forming, welding, powder coating, and assembly.

Nestled in Van Alst’s hometown, CB Fabricating’s partnership will continue for a fifth consecutive season.

“I am excited about this new partnership with Greg and the Joey Gase Motorsports with Scott Osteen team, said Chris Barkdull, owner of CB Fabricating.

“This is the next chapter of Greg’s and I’s relationship, and we look forward to making some great memories in the NASCAR Xfinity Series during the 2025 season.”

Van Alst added, “None of this would have been possible without the support of Chris (Barkdull) and CB Fabricating,” he added. “Chris has been there through the highs and lows of my racing career that reignited back in 2021.

“To have his blessing and overwhelming support to make this major leap towards more racing in the NASCAR Xfinity Series is incredibly important to me and something I will never forget.”

Since 2002, Van Alst has 53 ARCA Menards Series starts to his credit, one win, five top-five and 26 top-10 finishes.

For more on Joey Gase Motorsports with Scott Osteen, please like them on Facebook (Joey Gase Motorsports) and follow them on Instagram (@joeygasemotorsports) and X | Twitter (@J_G_Motorsports).

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 United Rentals 300 (120 laps | 300 miles) is the first of thirty-three (33) NASCAR Xfinity Series races on the 2025 schedule. Practice will take place on Fri., Feb. 14, 2025 from 4:35 p.m. – 5:25 p.m., and the qualifying session begins on Sat., Feb. 15, at 10:00 a.m. The 38-car field will take the green flag shortly after 5:00 p.m. with live coverage on The CW Network, the Motor Racing Network (Radio) and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90.

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