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Corey Heim rallies for wild, rain-delayed Truck victory at Las Vegas

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Andrew Kim
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Photo by Ron Olds for SpeedwayMedia.com.

Corey Heim weathered through two rain delays, cold temperatures and endless on-track actions from start to finish to earn a raw, hard-fought NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series victory in the Ecosave 200 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Friday, March 14.

The 22-year-old Heim from Marietta, Georgia, led six times for a race-high 42 of 134-scheduled laps in an event where he started in 16th place and quickly carved his way to the front as he notched a top-five result at the first stage’s conclusion. Despite getting penalized for speeding on pit road during the first stage’s break period, Heim would then withstand a total of two red flag periods due to on-track precipitation to muscle his way back to the front as he claimed another top-five result at the second stage’s conclusion.

With a fast race truck and solid pit services from his No. 11 TRICON Garage Toyota team that enabled him to exit pit road first during a majority of pit services under caution, Heim, who led for the first time prior to the start of the final stage period, assumed the lead from Layne Riggs for the sixth and final time with 32 laps remaining. Heim’s final move to the lead occurred amid a late-race shootout with 34 laps remaining. He then fended off late challenges from teammate Tanner Gray and Grant Enfinger in the closing laps to notch his second victory of the 2025 season in Sin City.

With on-track qualifying that determined the starting lineup occurring on Friday, Corey Day achieved his first Truck pole position of his career with a pole-winning lap at 177.702 mph in 30.388 seconds. Joining Day on the front row was Tyler Ankrum, who qualified with his best qualifying lap at 177.602 mph in 30.405 seconds.

Prior to the event, Layne Riggs and Nathan Byrd started at the rear of the field due to unapproved adjustments made to their respective trucks.

When the green flag waved and the race started, Corey Day and Tyler Ankrum dueled for the lead through the first two turns until Justin Haley drove to the rear bumper of teammate Day and gave the latter a push. This allowed Day to muscle his No. 7 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet Silverado RST entry ahead of Ankrum as Haley followed suit. With teammate Rajah Caruth also making his way into the top-three mark, Haley then made his move beneath Day in a bid for an early lead. Day would use the outside lane through the final two turns to fight back, but Haley would lead the first lap by a nose.

Shortly after, a three-wide action for the lead ensued as Ankrum rocketed to the lead after going beneath Haley and Day entering the first two turns. In the ensuing effect, the field fanned out to three lanes as Haley dropped to third while Day pursued Ankrum for the lead. As Ankrum led the second lap, Day and Jake Garcia followed suit while Haley was being overtaken by Ty Majeski for fourth place. Ankrum would proceed to lead to the fifth lap mark ahead of Day as Majeski challenged teammate Garcia for third place.

Through the first 10-scheduled laps, Ankrum fended off Day and Majeski to lead by two-tenths of a second while Garcia and rookie Giovanni Ruggiero followed suit in the top five. Meanwhile, Stewart Friesen, Corey Heim, Haley, Matt Crafton, Chandler Smith and Rajah Caruth were racing in the top 10 ahead of Tanner Gray, Matt Crafton, Dawson Sutton, Ben Rhodes and Connor Mosack while Kaden Honeycutt, Daniel Hemric, Bayley Currey, Grant Enfinger and Layne Riggs followed suit in the top 20, respectively.

A lap later, Day made a move to the outside of Ankrum as he led a lap for himself. Ankrum, however, would then muscle back ahead as he used the inside lane to his advantage while Day maintained his line on the outside lane as he continued to mount a charge for the lead. As William Sawalich pitted under green due to scrubbing the wall, Majeski, Garcia and Friesen followed suit in the top five while Heim and Ruggiero kept pace in the top-seven mark.

At the Lap 20 mark, Majeski, who overtook Day for the lead three laps earlier after Day, who had overtaken Ankrum for the lead, got loose in Turn 3, was leading by three-tenths of a second over Ankrum as Day fell back to third place. Majeski proceeded to stretch his advantage to seven-tenths of a second over Ankrum by Lap 25 while third-place Day trailed by more than two seconds. Meanwhile, Heim and Friesen were in the top five while Garcia, Haley, Chandler Smith, Ruggiero and Caruth were in the top 10.

Then a lap later, the event’s first caution flew due to a light mist and precipitation falling on the track. With the field remaining on the track and the caution period being extended to the first stage’ conclusion period scheduled for Lap 30, Majeski coasted to his first Truck stage victory of the 2025 season. Ankrum followed suit in second ahead of Day, Heim and Friesen while Jake Garcia, Haley, Chandler Smith, Ruggiero and Caruth were scored in the top 10, respectively.

Under the stage break, the field led by Majeski peeled off the track to pit road for a first round of pit service. Following the pit stops, Ben Rhodes exited pit road first after he opted for only a two-tire pit stop. He was followed by Heim, Ankrum, Day, Haley, Majeski, Friesen, Caruth, Luke Fenhaus, Dawson Sutton and Tanner Gray. Amid the pit stops, Heim was sent to the tail of the field due to speeding on pit road.

As the field cycled around the track under a cautious pace following the pit stops, the field led by Rhodes was directed back to pit road and the event was placed in a red flag period due to the continuous precipitation. Fifty-five minutes later, the field returned under a cautious pace as the track was dried from the precipitation. As the field returned to the track, Matt Crafton was sent to the tail end of the field due to unapproved adjustments that were made to his No. 88 Menards Ford F-150 entry during the red flag period.

When the race resumed under green to commence the second stage period on Lap 37, Ben Rhodes muscled his No. 99 TSPORT Ford F-150 entry away from the field from the inside lane and he would proceed to lead through the backstretch as Haley and Ankrum gave chase. Then exiting the backstretch, Ankrum, who restarted on the front row alongside Rhodes, darted his No. 18 LiUNA! Chevrolet Silverado RST entry to the left and beneath Rhodes as he rocketed to the lead. Ankrum would clear Rhodes entering Turn 4 and lead the following lap as the field behind jostled for spots. As Rhodes retained the runner-up spot ahead of Day, Chandler Smith, Majeski, Friesen and Haley, Ankrum led the Lap 40 mark.

Through Lap 45, a series of on-track battles towards the front, which had brewed since the start of the restart, continued to ensue as Ankrum maintained a steady advantage over Rhodes, Chandler Smith, Friesen and Day. Behind, Garcia, Haley, Caruth, Majeski and Tanner Gray followed suit in the top 10 while Kaden Honeycutt, Bayley Currey, Enfinger, Hemric and Heim occupied the top-15 spots.

Five laps later, the top-three competitors were separated by half a second as Ankrum retained the lead while Rhodes and Chandler Smith pursued. Chandler Smith would then overtake Rhodes for the runner-up spot another lap later as fourth-place Friesen started to close in on the three leaders. With Friesen overtaking Rhodes for third place not long after, Ankrum kept leading by within two-tenths of a second. Behind, Garcia retained fifth place while Haley, Day, Heim and Caruth battled for sixth place. Amid the battles, Ankrum continued to lead at the Lap 55 mark.

When the second stage period concluded on Lap 60, Ankrum fended off a late challenge from Chandler Smith to capture his first Truck stage victory of the 2025 season. Friesen followed suit in third place while Heim, Rhodes, Haley, Garcia, Caruth, Honeycutt and Corey Day were scored in the top 10, respectively. By then, Majeski, who won the first stage period, settled in 13th place after he sustained right-side damage to his entry amid early contact with Day.

During the stage break, nearly the entire lead lap field led by Ankrum returned to pit road for service while Jack Wood, who made contact with the wall and lost a bevy of spots in the opening laps, remained on the track. Following the pit stops, Heim exited pit road first and he was followed by Friesen, Haley, Chandler smith, Enfinger, Honeycutt, Hemric, Caruth, Ankrum and Garcia, respectively.

Amid the pit stops, Luke Fenhaus was sent to the rear of the field due to having too many crew members over his pit wall during his pit service. In addition, Caruth was penalized for a safety violation while Honeycutt was also penalized for not filing in line with the field prior to entering pit road. Dawson Sutton would also be penalized for improper fueling to his entry.

During the caution period, Wood, who led two laps under a cautious pace, pitted with 69 laps remaining. This handed the lead to Heim, where he would retain the top spot under a cautious pace until he and the rest of the field were directed to pit road with 65 laps remaining. The event was then placed in a second red flag period due to precipitation returning.

Nineteen minutes later, the field led by Heim returned to the track under a cautious pace. Then following an extra cautious lap, the final stage period commenced under with 63 laps remaining as Heim and Friesen occupied the front row. At the start, Friesen received a push from Chandler Smith from the inside lane to launch his No. 52 Halmar Toyota Tundra TRD Pro entry ahead with the lead. As Friesen led through the backstretch, the field fanned out to multiple lanes as Haley threaded his way in between Heim and Chandler Smith for the runner-up spot. With the field still fanning out and jostling for late spots, Friesen led the following lap.

With 61 laps remaining, Heim drew himself in a side-by-side battle with Friesen for the lead. Both dueled through the frontstretch and the backstretch before Friesen muscled back ahead and led with 60 laps remaining. As Friesen retained the lead over Heim, Chandler Smith was in third place ahead of Haley, Garcia while Grant Enfinger and Layne Riggs gave chase. Over the next five laps, Chandler Smith and Haley fiercely battled for third place in front of Riggs, Garcia, Enfinger and Majeski while Friesen maintained a steady lead over Heim.

Then with nearly 50 laps remaining, the caution flew when Honeycutt, who was racing in eighth place, got loose underneath Garcia and slid his No. 45 AutoVentive/Precision Chevrolet Silverado RST entry sideways entering Turn 4. Honeycutt’s incident resulted with Ankrum taking evasive action, but the latter slid up and hit the outside wall. Amid the incident, Connor Mosack, who made contact with teammate Daniel Hemric during the previous restart, fell off the pace as he had a flat left-side tire.

During the caution period, nearly the entire field led by Friesen pitted for fresh tires and fuel to reach the scheduled distance while Spencer Boyd remained on the track. Following the pit stops, Heim exited pit road first and he was followed by Friesen, Chandler Smith, Riggs, Enfinger, Hemric, Majeski, Honeycutt, Haley and Day, respectively. Amid the pit stops, Currey was penalized for an uncontrolled tire violation, where a wheel rolled out of his pit box and onto the track.

Down to the final 44 laps of the event, the field restarted under green. At the start, Heim received a push from Friesen on the inside lane to rocket ahead with the lead. As Heim led through the backstretch, the field fanned out as Chandler Smith, who received a push from teammate Riggs through the backstretch, drew himself alongside Heim through Turns 3 and 4. Smith would then lead the following lap, but was unable to drive away from Heim as both dueled through the frontstretch.

Then amid the side-by-side battle, Riggs used the outside lane to overtake Smith. The former executed a bold move beneath Heim to move into the lead and clear Heim. As Riggs led, Heim was left to battle Chandler Smith and Majeski for the runner-up spot until Friesen bolted his way to a battle with Heim for the spot.

With 41 laps remaining, however, the caution returned when Jack Wood, who was racing towards the rear of the field, snapped sideways and backed his No. 91 Adaptive One Calipers Chevrolet Silverado RST entry into the outside wall in Turn 4, which left him with heavy left-rear damage as he retired in the garage.

As the event restarted under green with 34 laps remaining, Riggs received a push from Majeski on the inside lane to briefly muscle ahead until Heim fought back through the first two turns. As the field fanned out, Riggs and Heim received respective pushes from Majeski and Friesen. They remained dead even as Riggs led the following lap by a hair. With Garcia falling off the pace due to a tire rub, multiple names that included Majeski, Haley, Friesen, Chandler Smith and Enfinger all joined the battle for the lead as Riggs and Heim dueled.

With 32 laps remaining, Heim received a push from Majeski to storm his No. 11 Safelite Toyota Tundra TRD Pro ahead of Riggs’ No. 34 Love’s Ford F-150 entry through the frontstretch and entering the first turn. Behind, Riggs retained second as Majeski and Friesen fiercely battled for third place in front of Haley, Enfinger as Tanner Gray joined the battle. Rhodes, Chandler Smith and Crafton would also join the battle as Heim led with 30 laps remaining.

Down to the final 25 laps of the event, Riggs, who was fiercely battling Tanner Gray for the runner-up spot, snapped sideways as he got loose underneath Gray entering the backstretch. Riggs, though, kept his truck racing straight as Gray assumed the runner-up spot. By then, Enfinger and Friesen also overtook Riggs to move up the top-five leaderboard as Heim maintained a reasonable lead.

Riggs would proceed to battle fiercely with Majeski for fifth place while Caruth and Crafton dueled for seventh place in front of Rhodes and Chandler Smith. Meanwhile, Tanner Gray and Enfinger started to close in on Heim for the top spot as the latter led by nearly half a second. As Gray was left to battle Enfinger for the runner-up spot, Heim led by a tenth of a second with 20 laps remaining.

With 15 laps remaining, Heim continued to lead by half a second over teammate Gray while Enfinger retained third place. Behind, Majeski and Friesen battled for fourth place while Riggs was mired back in sixth place. As Gray was unable to gain more ground on teammate Heim, the latter maintained a seven-tenths of a second lead with 10 laps remaining.

Then with nine laps remaining, Enfinger overtook Gray for the runner-up spot. Enfinger would proceed to gain slight ground on Heim over the next four laps, but Heim stabilized his late lead to half a second with five laps remaining.

When the white flag waved and the final lap started, Heim, who maintained his lead by above half a second over the previous four laps, remained in the lead by four-tenths of a second over a hard-charging Enfinger. Enfinger would proceed to follow in Heim’s tracks through the first two turns and the backstretch. He then tried to mount a charge from the outside lane, but he could not narrow the gap further to Heim. With the lead still in his possession, Heim cycled back to the frontstretch victorious as he streaked across the finish line for a victory in Sin City.

With the victory, Heim became the first Truck Series competitor to notch multiple victories to the 2025 season and the 27th competitor overall to win a Truck event at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. The Georgian also racked up his 13th career victory in the series and the second of this year for both TRICON Garage and the Toyota nameplate.

A month ago, Heim, who initially finished in the runner-up spot behind Parker Kligerman at Daytona International Speedway, was awarded the event’s official victory after Kligerman’s race-winning entry failing the post-race inspection process due to being too low. In comparison, Heim’s Las Vegas victory occurred after he took the checkered flag first on the track.

“First of all, our pit crew did such a good job getting us back out front,” Heim said on the frontstretch on FS1. “I made that mistake under Stage 1, where I sped on pit road, set up behind, but incredible truck. Incredible crew. Huge thank you to TRICON Garage, Toyota, Safelite for everything they do.”

Corey Heim
Photo by Ron Olds for SpeedwayMedia.com.

“[I’m] A little bit speechless right now,” Heim, who described racing the event’s cold temperatures, added. “This wasn’t exactly what we wanted as far as the weather being cold and whatnot. I feel like we do a lot better when it’s hot and greasy and we’re sliding around. [I have] Kind of mixed emotions going into this race, but clearly, it paid off. [I] Just had to do everything I can there. I think all of us were completely wide open at the end, so [I] just did all I can looking at my mirror, driving out my mirror and [it] worked out. Just a huge thank you to everyone involved. [It’s] Just such a good feeling to be a part of driving these fast trucks.”

Grant Enfinger, who won at Las Vegas in 2018, settled in second place as he fell eight-tenths of a second shy of winning while Tanner Gray, who made a late charge to the front, finished in third place for his 10th top-five career result.

Ty Majeski came home in fourth place while Layne Riggs, who made a miraculous save in the closing laps, settled in fifth place. Stewart Friesen, Rajah Caruth, Chandler Smith, Matt Crafton and Tyler Ankrum completed the top-10 spots in the final running order.

Notably, Justin Haley, Kaden Honeycutt, Daniel Hemric, Ben Rhodes and rookie Giovanni Ruggerio finished in the top 15 while rookies Andres Perez de Lara, Connor Mosack, Toni Breidinger and Frankie Muniz finished 17th, 20th, 21st and 24th, respectively. In addition, pole-sitter Corey Day fell back to 27th place and was two laps down after he made a late pit stop for repairs due to on-track contact.

There were 21 lead changes for 12 different leaders. The race featured four cautions for 34 laps. In addition, 23 of 31 starters finished on the lead lap.

Following the third event of the 2025 Craftsman Truck Series season, Ty Majeski leads the regular-season standings by five points over Corey Heim, eight over both Grant Enfinger and Chandler Smith, 21 over Stewart Friesen and 33 over Ben Rhodes.

Race Results:

1. Corey Heim, 42 laps led
2. Grant Enfinger
3. Tanner Gray
4. Ty Majeski, 13 laps led, Stage 1 winner
5. Layne Riggs, five laps led
6. Stewart Friesen, 14 laps led
7. Rajah Caruth
8. Chandler Smith, one lap led
9. Matt Crafton
10. Tyler Ankrum, 39 laps led, Stage 2 winner
11. Justin Haley, one lap led
12. Kaden Honeycutt
13. Daniel Hemric
14. Ben Rhodes, six laps led
15. Giovanni Ruggiero
16. Matt Mills
17. Andres Perez de Lara
18. Bayley Currey
19. Dawson Sutton
20. Connor Mosack
21. Toni Breidinger
22. William Sawalich
23. Luke Fenhaus
24. Frankie Muniz, one lap down
25. Spencer Boyd, one lap down, one lap led
26. Jake Garcia, two laps down, one lap led
27. Corey Day, two laps down, two laps led
28. Josh Reaume, two laps down
29. Nathan Byrd, six laps down
30. Jack Wood – OUT, Accident, two laps led
31. Stephen Mallozzi – OUT, Drivetrain

Next on the 2025 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series schedule is Homestead-Miami Speedway in Homestead, Florida, for the Baptist Health 200. The event is scheduled to occur next Friday, March 21, and air at 8 p.m. ET on FOX.

Sammy Smith wins first Xfinity pole of 2025 at Las Vegas

By
Andrew Kim
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Photo by Ron Olds for SpeedwayMedia.com.

Sammy Smith sped his way to his first NASCAR Xfinity Series pole position of the 2025 season for The LiUNA! at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Friday, March 14.

The event’s starting lineup was determined through a standard practice and qualifying procedure. The field was split into two 25-minute practice sessions. Next, the field joined forces to participate in one single-lap qualifying session (impound). The groups and qualifying order were determined by metrics that included 70% based on previous race finish by owner and 30% based on owner points standings, with the best-scoring competitors placed in the second group.

Xfinity Series Pole Winner

Smith was the third-fastest competitor during the practice session on Friday. He followed it up with a pole-winning lap at 183.455 mph in 29.435 seconds during qualifying in his No. 8 Pilot/JR Motorsports Chevrolet Camaro entry, claiming the top-starting spot. He bested his teammate, Carson Kvapil, by 0.067 seconds.

The two-time ARCA Menards Series East champion and two-time Xfinity Series race winner from Johnston, Iowa, notched his third career pole in the division and his first since November 2023 at Martinsville Speedway. Smith, who is in his second full-time season in the series, driving the No. 8 Chevrolet entry for JR Motorsports, is currently ranked in fifth place in the driver’s standings as he strives to contend for his first victory of the year for Saturday’s main event in Sin City.

“Hats off to all these Pilot guys,” Smith said on the CW Network. “[Crew chief] Philip [Belt] and all the [No. 8] guys did a really good job. We’ve really tried to focus on qualifying these last couple of races just to try to help our starting position. The goal tomorrow, he continued, “is to keep [the car] out front and hopefully, we can finish here.”

Smith will share the front row with Carson Kvapil, the latter of whom posted his best qualifying lap at 183.038 mph in 29.502 seconds. Although he was one position shy of claiming his first Xfinity pole, Kvapil achieved his first front-row starting spot for an Xfinity event and emerged as the highest-starting Xfinity rookie for the main event.

Qualifying

Rookie Connor Zilisch, who is also a JR Motorsports teammate to Sammy Smith and Carson Kvapil, will start in third place with a qualifying lap at 182.655 mph in 29.564 seconds. Earlier, Zilisch was the fastest competitor during the event’s practice session. Rookie Taylor Gray and Sam Mayer will start in the top five, respectively.

Justin Allgaier, the reigning Xfinity Series champion and a JR Motorsports teammate to Smith, Kvapil and Zilisch, will start in sixth place. Jesse Love, rookie William Sawalich, rookie Nick Sanchez and Jeb Burton completed the top-10 starting spots.

Aric Almirola, the winner of last weekend’s Xfinity event at Phoenix Raceway, will line up in 11th place and share the sixth row with Parker Retzlaff.

In addition, the following names that included Jeremy Clements, Austin Hill, Brandon Jones, rookie Christian Eckes, Harrison Burton, Matt DiBenedetto,  Ryan Sieg, Anthony Alfredo, Sheldon Creed, Josh Williams, rookie Dean Thompson and Austin Green will start 13th, 14th, 15th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 28th and 36th, respectively.

Starting Lineup

With 38 competitors vying for 38 starting spots, all of the entered competitors made the main event.

Qualifying position, best speed, best time:

1. Sammy Smith, 183.455 mph, 29.435 seconds

2. Carson Kvapil, 183.038 mph, 29.502 seconds

3. Connor Zilisch, 182.655 mph, 29.564 seconds

4. Taylor Gray, 182.482 mph, 29.592 seconds

5. Sam Mayer, 182.223 mph, 29.634 seconds

6. Justin Allgaier, 182.174 mph, 29.642 seconds

7. Jesse Love, 182.156 mph, 29.645 seconds

8. William Sawalich, 182.014 mph, 29.668 seconds

9. Nick Sanchez, 181.977 mph, 29.674 seconds

10. Jeb Burton, 181.892 mph, 29.688 seconds

11. Aric Almirola, 181.892 mph, 29.688 seconds

12.  Parker Retzlaff, 181.671 mph, 29.724 seconds

13. Jeremy Clements, 181.165 mph, 29.807 seconds

14. Austin Hill, 181.074 mph, 29.822 seconds

15. Brandon Jones, 181.008 mph, 29.833 seconds

16. Daniel Dye, 179.623 mph, 30.063 seconds

17. Christian Eckes, 179.551 mph, 30.075 seconds

18. Harrison Burton, 179.438 mph, 30.094 seconds

19. Matt DiBenedetto, 179.206 mph, 30.133 seconds

20. Ryan Sieg, 178.802 mph, 30.201 seconds

21. Kyle Sieg, 178.436 mph, 30.263 seconds

22. Anthony Alfredo, 178.394 mph, 30.270 seconds

23. Sheldon Creed, 178.159 mph, 30.310 seconds

24. Josh Williams, 177.842 mph, 30.364 seconds

25. Patrick Emerling, 177.561 mph, 30.412 seconds

26. Kris Wright, 177.421 mph, 30.436 seconds

27. Blaine Perkins, 176.927 mph, 30.521 seconds

28. Dean Thompson, 176.603 mph, 30.577 seconds

29. Leland Honeyman, 176.557 mph, 30.585 seconds

30. Brennan Poole, 175.901 mph. 30.699 seconds

31. Mason Massey, 174.667 mph, 30.916 seconds

32. Dawson Cram, 173.527 mph, 31.119 seconds

33.  Garrett Smithley, 173.171 mph, 31.183 seconds

34. Josh Bilicki, 173.088 mph, 31.198 seconds

35. Ryan Ellis, 172.590 mph, 31.288 seconds

36. Austin Green, 172.155 mph, 31.367 seconds

37. Joey Gase, 170.111 mph, 31.744 seconds

38. Greg Van Alst, 168.161 mph, 32.112 seconds

The 2025 The LiUNA! at Las Vegas Motor Speedway is set to occur on Saturday, March 15, and air at 4:30 p.m. ET on the CW Network.

Corey Day wins first Truck career pole at Las Vegas

By
Andrew Kim
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Photo by Ron Olds for SpeedwayMedia.com.

Corey Day recorded his first career NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series pole for the Ecosave 200 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Friday, March 14.

The event’s starting lineup was determined through a standard practice and qualifying procedure, The field was split into two 25-minute practice sessions apiece before rejoining forces and participating in one single-lap qualifying session (impound). The groups and qualifying order were determined by metrics. Seventy percent is based on the previous race finish by owner and 30% based on owner points standings. The best-scoring competitors are placed in the second group.

Pole Winner

During the qualifying session, Day steered the No. 7 HendrickCars.com/Spire Motorsports Chevrolet Silverado RST to a pole-winning lap at 177.702 mph in 30.388 seconds. Notably, he was also the fifth-fastest competitor in practice earlier on Friday, It was enough to edge Tyler Ankrum and claim the top-starting spot for his fifth career start in the series on Friday night at Sin City.

With the pole, Day, a 19-year-old native of Clovis, California, became the 144th competitor overall to win a Truck Series pole position. He is also the second first-time series pole winner of the 2025 season. Connor Mosack claimed his first pole at Atlanta Motor Speedway in February. It was the sixth Truck career pole for Spire Motorsports and the third for the organization’s No. 7 Chevrolet team led by veteran crew chief Brian Pattie.

Friday night’s event at Las Vegas will mark the first of eight events for Corey Day in the Truck Series with Spire Motorsports in 2025. This comes after he inked a development deal with Hendrick Motorsports and will compete in select Xfinity Series events throughout this season. The Californian will now strive to contend for his first Truck victory.

“Oh man, I’m shaking,” Day said on FS1. “I just haven’t had much success with this stuff. Just really been a struggle for me, so really awesome to get a pole and [crew chief] Brian Pattie definitely made my job easy there. So hopefully, we can carry it into tonight. Just huge thanks to Hendrick Motorsports, HendrickCars.com for believing in me and giving me this opportunity.”

Qualifying

Day will share the front row with Tyler Ankrum, who posted his best qualifying lap at 177.602 mph in 30.405 seconds. Ironically, Ankrum finished in the runner-up spot at Las Vegas a year ago. He continues his pursuit of his first series win since winning at Kentucky Speedway in 2019.

Jake Garcia, Justin Haley and Stewart Friesen will start in the top five, respectively. Rajah Caruth, the reigning Truck winner at Las Vegas, qualified in sixth place. Ty Majeski, rookie Giovanni Ruggiero, Dawson Sutton and Connor Mosack completed the top-10 starting spots.

Notably, the following names that included Matt Crafton, Daniel Hemric, rookie Andres Perez de Lara, Ben Rhodes, Corey Heim, Chandler Smith, Tanner Gray, Grant Enfinger, Layne Riggs, William Sawalich, rookie Toni Breidinger and rookie Frankie Muniz qualified 11th, 12th, 13th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 18th, 20th, 23rd, 25th, 27th and 29th, respectively. In addition, Nathan Byrd was the only competitor who did not post a qualifying lap. As a result, he will round out the 31-truck grid by starting in 31st place.

With 31 competitors vying for 31 starting spots, all of the entered competitors made the main event.

Starting Lineup

Qualifying position, best speed, best time:

1. Corey Day, 177.702 mph, 30.388 seconds

2. Tyler Ankrum, 177.404 mph, 30.439 seconds

3. Jake Garcia, 177.404 mph, 30.439 seconds

4. Justin Haley, 177.398 mph, 30.44 seconds

5. Stewart Friesen, 177.241 mph, 30.467 seconds

6. Rajah Caruth, 176.927 mph, 30.521 seconds

7. Ty Majeski, 176.811 mph, 30.541 seconds

8. Giovanni Ruggerio, 176.788 mph, 30.545 seconds

9. Dawson Sutton, 176.563 mph, 30.584 seconds

10. Connor Mosack, 176.424 mph, 30.608 seconds

11. Matt Crafton, 176.327 mph, 30.625 seconds

12. Daniel Hemric, 176.2, 30.68 seconds

13. Andres Perez de Lara, 176.01 mph, 30.68 seconds

14. Jack Wood, 175.861 mph, 30.706 seconds

15. Ben Rhodes, 175.85 mph, 30.708 seconds

16. Corey Heim, 175.844 mph, 30.709 seconds

17. Chandler Smith, 175.81 mph, 30.715 seconds

18. Tanner Gray, 175.69 mph, 30.736 seconds

19. Bayley Currey, 175.484 mph, 30.772 seconds

20. Grant Enfinger, 175.433 mph, 30.781 seconds

21. Spencer Boyd, 175.393 mph, 30.788 seconds

22. Kaden Honeycutt, 175.359 mph, 30.794 seconds

23. Layne Riggs, 175.256 mph, 30.812 seconds

24. Matt Mills, 175.165 mph, 30.828 seconds

25. William Sawalich, 174.825 mph, 30.888 seconds

26. Luke Fenhaus, 174.712 mph, 30.908 seconds

27. Toni Breidinger, 174.498 mph, 30.946 seconds

28. Josh Reaume, 173.099 mph, 31.196 seconds

29. Frankie Muniz, 171.434 mph, 31.499 seconds

30. Stephen Mallozzi, 164.745 mph, 32.778 seconds

31. Nathan Byrd, 0 mph, 0 seconds

The 2025 Ecosave 200 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway is set to occur on Friday, March 14, and air at 9 p.m. ET on FS1.

NHRA STARS RETURN TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FOR LOADED LUCAS OIL NHRA WINTERNATIONALS

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Fans get chance to see special big-money Right Trailers Top Fuel All-Star Callout bonus race & Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge

POMONA, Calif. (March 14, 2025) – The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to its birthplace for the historic 65th annual Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals, March 27-30 at the famed In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip with plenty of special additions to make it a memorable weekend.

Known for its storied history, In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip has seen some of the sport’s biggest moments and this season’s Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals will be one of the biggest yet. The big-money Right Trailers Top Fuel All-Star Callout bonus race was moved from Gainesville after weather postponed the event, pitting eight marquee Top Fuel drivers against each other in a unique race on Friday, March 28.

With big money and bragging rights on the line, the first-round matchups are set. Four-time world champion Steve Torrence takes on racing legend Tony Stewart, while Doug Kalitta called out Clay Millican. Shawn Langdon selected Antron Brown as his opening-round opponent, while Justin Ashley and Brittany Force will face off.

The quickest winning driver of the first round also gets to select their semifinal opponent, setting the other matchup as well. It all goes down on Friday, with the first round taking place at 2 p.m. PT. The semifinals follow at 3:20 p.m. and the finals will close out an action-packed day at 4:55 p.m.

The following day, the Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge, which features semifinal rematches from Phoenix, takes place during Saturday action, bringing a bonus purse and bonus championship points to qualifying. Add in eliminations on Sunday and it’s a loaded schedule and opportunity to see incredible 11,000-horsepower, 330-mph action from start to finish as part of a jam-packed, nitro-filled weekend.

Last season, Ashley (Top Fuel), John Force (Funny Car) and Dallas Glenn (Pro Stock) claimed Pomona victories. This season’s race will again be broadcast on FS1, including elimination coverage on Sunday March 30 at 6:30 p.m. ET. A special Right Trailers Top Fuel All-Star Callout special will air from 9:30-10:30 p.m. ET on Friday, March 28.

Drivers in the Right Trailers Top Fuel All-Star Callout

Top Fuel pilot Ashley earned his third consecutive Winternationals title last season. It was his fourth straight trip to the finals at the historic race. If he wants four straight wins at the iconic event, he’ll have to get past Brown, a two-time Pomona winner, former champs Kalitta, Langdon, Force and Torrence, as well as Stewart and Millican.

Force, a 16-time Funny Car champion and the winningest driver in NHRA history, picked up his 17th Pomona win last season when he defeated former champ Matt Hagan. After a mid-season crash, Jack Beckman stepped in for Force, winning twice. Beckman is back in 2025 for Force, forming a potent John Force Racing duo with Funny Car champ Austin Prock. They’re part of a loaded field that includes five-time Pomona winner and Southern California native Ron Capps, Bob Tasca III, Daniel Wilkerson, Matt Hagan, Gainesville winner Chad Green and J.R. Todd.

Pro Stock standout Glenn earned his second consecutive Winternationals title when he defeated six-time champion Erica Enders in the final round. Glenn went on to finish runner-up last season to his KB Titan Racing teammate Greg Anderson, thanks to a winner-take-all final round of the season at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals. Others to watch include Aaron Stanfield, six-time champ Erica Enders and Jeg Coughlin Jr.

Fans can also see the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Legends Nitro Funny Cars and Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown, while the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department will hold a special racing exhibition.

The Nitro Alley Stage is a huge attraction all weekend and is the main entertainment hub in the pits, hosting Nitro School, NHRA Insider Live, meet and greets, and much more. As always, fans get a pit pass to the most powerful and sensory-filled motorsports attraction on the planet. Fans can see their favorite teams in action and servicing their hot rods between rounds and get autographs from their favorite NHRA drivers.

Race fans at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip can also enjoy the special pre-race ceremonies that 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 the event winners.

NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying features qualifying at 1 p.m. and 3:30 PT on Friday, March 28, and the final two rounds on Saturday, March 29 at 12:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. The finals of the Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge take place at the end of final qualifying in each category. Final eliminations are scheduled for 11 a.m. PT on Sunday, March 30. Television coverage includes qualifying on FS1 at 8 p.m. ET on Saturday and 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, leading into eliminations at 6:30 p.m. ET. A special Right Trailers Top Fuel All-Star Callout special will air from 9:30-10:30 p.m. ET on Friday, March 28.

To purchase tickets to the 2025 Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals, fans can visit www.NHRA.com/tickets. Children 12 and under are free in general admission areas with the purchase of an adult ticket. Fans can get closer to the action with a Top Eliminator Club experience, offering the best seats in the house and a premium experience, as well as a members-only hospitality center, complimentary food and beverage, driver appearances, a premium view and more. For more information about the NHRA, 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.

Cadillac aiming for strong closing kick

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Three Cadillac V-Series.Rs look at long game in 12-hour race at Sebring

SEBRING, Fla. (March 14, 2025) – Four of Cadillac Racing’s five victories in the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring since 2017 have been achieved from starting on the second row or lower.

That’s some consolation and motivation for drivers of the three Cadillac Racing Grand Touring Prototype (GTP) entries following qualifications for the 73rd edition of the iconic North American endurance race.

Louis Deletraz, who co-drove to victory in the 2024 race with Jordan Taylor, recorded a best lap of 1 minute, 48.126 seconds in the No. 40 Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing V-Series.R to place seventh in the disjointed session on the 3.74-mile, 17-turn Sebring International Raceway course.

Ricky Taylor qualified eighth in the No. 10 Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing V-Series.R with a lap of 1:48.171. The No. 31 Whelen Cadillac V-Series.R driven by Jack Aitken, which topped the lap time chart in the practice session the night before, encountered a mechanical issue at the outset of the 15-minute session that brought out a red flag and will start 13th in the order.

Cadillac Racing has recorded five overall victories, including three in a row (2021-2023), and finished runner-up in 2024 and 2018 in the races at Sebring since joining IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship prototype competition in 2017. The 2022, 2021, 2019 and 2017 victories came from qualifying fourth or lower.

The 2023 victory by the No. 31 Whelen Cadillac V-Series.R – in Aitken’s second IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship start – came from the pole. The No. 31 entry campaigned by Action Express Racing also earned the pole in 2024.

The No. 24 BMW M Team RLL earned the pole with a best lap of 1:147.091.

The 2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing will be the official Safety Vehicle for the race.

What they’re saying

Louis Delétraz, No. 40 Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing V-Series.R: “Not an easy session and I think we all wanted better results, obviously. But qualifying doesn’t really matter at Sebring, it’s all ab out the last three laps of the race. I think we worked mostly on our race car, and we didn’t focus on qualifying. We definitely can still improve. We’re still learning and getting better every time out. We have to look at some data and be fully ready for tomorrow to get a strong race car and a strong night race car and hopefully defend our win.”

Ricky Taylor, No. 10 Cadillac Wayne Taylor Racing V-Series.R: “I think we are learning every time we drive the Cadillac V-Series.R. It’s amazing even with a 15-minute session and this one was hectic for 15 minutes to just have a two-lap sprint to the end. It’s so conditional on what everybody else is trying to do to get clean laps. We can always try to position ourselves better and can’t completely blame the situation. So, it is what it is. The car has run flawlessly, and it needs to do the same for tomorrow. I think we have worked a lot on our race car. It’s a long race and people have won further back, and we will just keep positive for tomorrow.”

Cadillac Racing Twelve Hours of Sebring overall victories 2024-2017

2023: No. 31 Whelen Cadillac V-Series.R, start first – Pipo Derani, Alexander Sims, Jack Aitken

2022: No. 02 Cadillac Accessories Cadillac DPi-V.R, start fourth – Earl Bamber, Alex Lynn, Neel Jani

2021: No. 5 Mustang Sampling Cadillac DPi-V.R), start sixth – Tristan Vautier, Loic Duval, Sebastien Bourdais

2019: No. 31 Whelen Engineering Cadillac DPi-V.R),start fifth – Pipo Derani, Felipe Nasr, Eric Curran

2017: No. 10 Wayne Taylor Racing Cadillac DPi-V.R, start sixth – Jordan Taylor, Ricky Taylor, Alex Lynn

Runner-up

2024: No. 01 Cadillac V-Series.R, start second — Sebastien Bourdais, Renger van der Zande, Scott Dixon 2018: No. 10 Konica Minolta Cadillac DPi-V.R, start 10th – Jordan Taylor, Renger van der Zande, Ryan Hunter-Reay

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CORVETTE RACING AT SEBRING: Ready to Move Forward

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Mobil 1 Corvettes on GTD PRO third row; AWA and DXDT Racing aiming high

SEBRING, Fla. (March 14, 2025) – Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports’ two Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs will start side-by-side Saturday on the third row of the GTD PRO class for the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring following qualifying time trials Friday.

Antonio Garcia in the No. 3 Corvette will start fifth alongside teammate Tommy Milner in the No. 4 entry as the Corvette Racing program looks for its 13th program victory in America’s oldest sports car race. Both Pratt Miller Corvettes are running special Mobil 1 liveries this weekend and hope to recapture the magic previous years at the circuit.

Garcia’s best lap was a 1:59.897 (112.296 mph) effort in the Corvette he’ll share with Alexander Sims and Daniel Juncadella. The trio was second in class to start the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season with the Rolex 24 At Daytona.

Milner was an eyelash back at 1:59.926 (112.268 mph) in the Z06 GT3.R that he will drive with Nicky Catsburg and Nico Varrone – all three previous winners at Sebring in either IMSA or FIA World Endurance Championship competition.

In GTD, Salih Yoluc was the quickest Corvette driver with a 2:01.814 (110.538 mph) in DXDT Racing’s No. 36 Z06 GT3.R, just ahead of AWA’s Orey Fidani in the No. 13 Corvette at 2:02.274 (110.113 mph). Although both entries were down the order in class, they will have an advantage in the race as most teams elected to qualify their Pro-level drivers in the session. With the expected number of safety car periods, Both DXDT and AWA will be able to run their higher-ranked drivers against the Bronze drivers from other entrants.

The momentum of the second-year Corvette Z06 GT3.R program is sky-high even after only two months of racing. At Daytona, AWA captured a landmark first 24-hour win for the Corvette in GTD, the No. 3 Corvette from Pratt Miller Motorsports finished second in GTD PRO and the No. 4 sister Corvette led seven times in class.

In addition, the Corvette GT3 won in FIA World Endurance Championship competition for the first time with TF Sport taking the LM GT3 class victory with Juncadella as part of the driving lineup.

The Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring is scheduled for 10:10 a.m. ET on Saturday, March 15. The race will air live flag-to-flag on Peacock in the United States and YouTube outside the U.S. beginning at 10 a.m. ET. IMSA Radio will have the race call on XM 206, SiriusXM Online 996, 99.9 FM in Sebring and 107.9 FM at the circuit.

SELECT CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R QUALIFYING DRIVER QUOTES

ANTONIO GARCIA, NO. 3 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “It’s not bad when you are involved in the fight for pole, for sure. So it’s not that I wasn’t going for it. I definitely liked the times we were able to start from that position, but today we probably didn’t have the ultimate pace against the cars ahead of us. But I would say car balance isn’t bad, so we kept working throughout yesterday and I think we made progress last night. It was improving, and maybe we tried a few other things in qualifying just to validate or discard toward the race. So even if the car wasn’t what I wanted it to be, I think it gave us that good information for tomorrow. I’m still happy with that. It’s not the front row. It’s the third row but I’m sure we can still win this race from there.”

TOMMY MILNER, NO. 4 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “Qualifying was okay. I would say probably are kind of close to everybody except really the Ferrari and the Porsche. I had a feeling just based on practice that we don’t have the ultimate pace of the other guys. We’re super heavy, so that doesn’t usually bode well for tire wear either, so we’ve been put in a box here that’s not ideal. But obviously, we’ve been in this situation multiple times, so we’ll do our best, work on the strategy and things like that toward the race. Last night was important. That’s when all the magic happens… Sebring at nighttime, good and bad. I thought our Corvette was decent last night but it’s also hard to gauge against what everybody else does with tires and things like that. They have such an impact on your pace. To be honest I feel like we certainly don’t have the fastest car and probably not even really the second- or third-fastest car. We’re down a little bit on pace. But from our side, the car feels good generally. We have a little bit of work to do, but we’re not far off. So yeah, I think for us it’s going be a strategy race tomorrow.”

OREY FIDANI, NO. 13 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I’m happy with the car and the session. I think I had a little bit more left in the tank. The car just had a tad bit of understeer, so I couldn’t put it together at the end of the session. But we have a good car that will only get better once it cools down.”

CORVETTE RACING AT SEBRING: By the Numbers

  • 1: As in one manufacturer and one model of car for the 27th year at Sebring: Chevrolet and the Corvette
  • 2: Number of wins for the Corvette Z06 GT3.R already in 2025 – the Rolex 24 At Daytona in the GTD class for AWA and the FIA WEC’s 1812 Km of Qatar for TF Sport in LM GT3
  • 3: Tracks where Corvette Racing has competed in each of its previous 26 years: Sebring, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta.
  • 4: Sebring race wins for Antonio Garcia – the most among drivers entered in this year’s 12 Hours
  • 4: GT class pole positions at Sebring for Oliver Gavin and Ron Fellows, tied for most in event history
  • 8: Sebring victories – a race record – for Johnny O’Connell, a Sebring Hall of Famer who drove for Corvette Racing from 2001-10. It includes one overall and seven class wins
  • 14: Number of Sebring victories for Corvette Racing – the most of any venue in program history. Twelve of those have come in the 12 Hours, including 2022 in GTD PRO
  • 14: Manufacturer Championships for Chevrolet and Corvette Racing since 2001
  • 28: Tracks at which Corvette Racing has won races – Baltimore, Charlotte Motor Speedway, COTA, Canadian Tire Motorsport Park/Mosport, Daytona, Detroit, Houston, Laguna Seca, Le Mans, Lime Rock, Long Beach, Lusail International Circuit (Qatar), Miami, Mid-Ohio, Monza, Portimão, Portland, Road America, Road Atlanta, Sebring, Sonoma, St. Petersburg, Texas, Trois Rivieres, Utah, VIR, Washington DC and Watkins Glen
  • 60: Number of drivers in Corvette Racing entries since 1999. TF Sport’s Jonny Edgar joined the list at the FIA WEC”s 1812 Km of Qatar in a race-winning effort
  • 72: Years since Corvette was introduced to the world on Jan. 17, 1953 in New York City. A total of 300 cars were produced that year
  • 140: Victories worldwide for Corvette Racing – 117 in IMSA, nine at Le Mans, four in the FIA WEC and 10 in GT World Challenge America
  • 311: Event starts by Corvette Racing entries since 1999, starting with that year’s Rolex 24 At Daytona. No. 300 came in early August 2004 at Road America in IMSA
  • 59,092.16: Total number of racing miles completed by Corvette Racing entries at Sebring since 1999. The program will eclipse the 60,000-mile mark when the four Corvettes combine to complete 243 laps
  • 410,323.38: Total number of racing miles completed by Corvette Racing entries since 1999. To put that in perspective, Corvette Racing is more than halfway to the distance traveled by Apollo 13 – the longest manned spaceflight in history: 622,268 miles

Corvette Racing at Sebring International Raceway (wins in bold)

1999 – No. 3 Corvette C5-R: Ron Fellows/Chris Kneifel/John Paul Jr. – 4th in GTS (Fellows pole)

No. 4 Corvette C5-R: Andy Pilgrim/Scott Sharp/John Heinricy – 7th in GTS (Pilgrim fastest race lap)

2000 – No. 3 Corvette C5-R: Ron Fellows/Chris Kneifel/Justin Bell – 6th in GTS (Fellows pole)

No. 4 Corvette C5-R: Andy Pilgrim/Kelly Collins/Franck Freon – 5th in GTS

2001 – No. 3 Corvette C5-R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell/Chris Kneifel – 3rd in GTS

No. 4 Corvette C5-R: Andy Pilgrim/Kelly Collins/Franck Freon – 2nd in GTS

2002 – No. 3 Corvette C5-R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell/Oliver Gavin – 1st in GTS (Fellows pole)

No. 4 Corvette C5-R: Andy Pilgrim/Kelly Collins/Franck Freon – 4th in GTS

2003 – No. 3 Corvette C5-R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell/Franck Freon – 1st in GTS

No. 4 Corvette C5-R: Oliver Gavin/Kelly Collins/Andy Pilgrim – 3rd in GTS (Gavin pole)

2004 – No. 3 Corvette C5-R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell/Max Papis – 1st in GTS (Fellows pole)

No. 4 Corvette C5-R: Olivier Beretta/Oliver Gavin/Jan Magnussen – 6th in GTS (Gavin fastest race lap)

2005 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell/Max Papis – 2nd in GT1

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Oliver Gavin/Jan Magnussen – 3rd in GT1

2006 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell/Max Papis – 4th in GT1

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Oliver Gavin/Jan Magnussen – 1st in GT1

2007 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell/Jan Magnussen – 2nd in GT1 (Magnussen pole, fastest race lap)

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Oliver Gavin/Max Papis – 1st in GT1

2008 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell/Jan Magnussen – 1st in GT1

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Oliver Gavin/Max Papis – 2nd in GT1 (Gavin fastest race lap)

2009 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Jan Magnussen/Johnny O’Connell/Antonio Garcia – 1st in GT1

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Oliver Gavin/Marcel Fässler – 2nd in GT1 (Gavin pole, fastest race lap)

2010

No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Jan Magnussen/Johnny O’Connell/Antonio Garcia – 8th in GT2

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Oliver Gavin/Emmanuel Collard – 9th in GT2

2011 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Tommy Milner/Antonio Garcia – 3rd in GT

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Oliver Gavin/Jan Magnussen/Richard Westbrook – 4th in GT

2012 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Jordan Taylor – 2nd in GT (Magnussen pole)

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Richard Westbrook – 3rd in GT

2013 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Jordan Taylor – 11th in GT

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Richard Westbrook – 1st in GT

2014 – No. 3 Corvette C7.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Ryan Briscoe – 8th in GTLM

No. 4 Corvette C7.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Robin Liddell – 6th in GTLM (Gavin fastest race lap)

2015 – No. 3 Corvette C7.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Ryan Briscoe – 1st in GTLM (Daytona/Sebring double)

No. 4 Corvette C7.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Simon Pagenaud – 9th in GTLM

2016 – No. 3 Corvette C7.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Mike Rockenfeller – 9th in GTLM

No. 4 Corvette C7.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Marcel Fässler – 1st in GTLM (10th Sebring team win; Daytona/Sebring double)

2017 – No. 3 Corvette C7.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Mike Rockenfeller – 1st in GTLM (3rd straight Sebring team win)

No. 4 Corvette C7.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Marcel Fässler – 10th in GTLM

2018 – No. 3 Corvette C7.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Mike Rockenfeller – 8th in GTLM

No. 4 Corvette C7.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Marcel Fässler – 6th in GTLM

2019 – No. 3 Corvette C7.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Mike Rockenfeller – 3rd in GTLM

No. 4 Corvette C7.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Marcel Fässler – 8th in GTLM

No. 63 Corvette C7.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Mike Rockenfeller – 8th in GTE Pro (FIA WEC)

2020* – No. 3 Corvette C8.R: Antonio Garcia/Jordan Taylor – 2nd in GTLM (Taylor pole)

No. 4 Corvette C8.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner – 1st in GTLM

2020 – No. 3 Corvette C8.R: Antonio Garcia/Jordan Taylor/Nicky Catsburg – 5th in GTLM (Garcia pole, Catsburg fastest race lap)

No. 4 Corvette C8.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Marcel Fässler – 6th in GTLM

2021 – No. 3 Corvette C8.R: Antonio Garcia/Jordan Taylor/Nicky Catsburg – 4th in GTLM (Taylor pole, Garcia fastest race lap)

No. 4 Corvette C8.R: Tommy Milner/Nick Tandy/Alexander Sims – 5th in GTLM

2022 – No. 3 Corvette C8.R: Antonio Garcia/Jordan Taylor/Nicky Catsburg – 1st in GTD PRO (IMSA)

No. 64 Corvette C8.R: Tommy Milner/Nick Tandy – 2nd in GTE PRO (FIA WEC)

2023 – No. 3 Corvette C8.R: Antonio Garcia/Jordan Taylor/Tommy Milner – 5th in GTD PRO (IMSA)

No. 33 Corvette C8.R: Nicky Catsburg/Ben Keating/Nico Varrone – 1st in GTE Am (FIA WEC)

2024 – No. 3 Corvette Z06 GT3.R: Antonio Garcia/Alexander Sims/Daniel Juncadella – 10th in GTD PRO

No. 4 Corvette Z06 GT3.R: Tommy Milner/Nicky Catsburg/Earl Bamber – 11th in GTD PRO

No. 13 Corvette Z06 GT3.R: Matt Bell/Orey Fidani/Lars Kern – 9th in GTD

No. 17 Corvette Z06 GT3.R: Nico Varrone/Anthony Mantella/Thomas Merrill – 22nd in GTD

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About General Motors

General Motors (NYSE:GM) is driving the future of transportation, leveraging advanced technology to build safer, smarter, and lower emission cars, trucks, and SUVs. GM’s Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC brands offer a broad portfolio of innovative gasoline-powered vehicles and the industry’s widest range of EVs, as we move to an all-electric future. Learn more at GM.com.

ALBUQUERQUE DRAGWAY RETURNS TO NHRA MEMBER TRACK NETWORK IN DIVISION 7

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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (March 14, 2025) – NHRA officials are pleased to announce Albuquerque Dragway is back in the NHRA Member Track Network as part of the NHRA’s Pacific Division (Division 7).

Albuquerque Dragway has enjoyed a long and extensive drag racing history dating back to 1963. The standout facility has been a longtime NHRA Member Track over the years and track owner Robert Costa, who has been with the track since 2008, has been dedicated to providing a safe, competitive and exciting environment and facility for racers and teams.

“Albuquerque Dragway is happy to be back home at NHRA in Division 7,” Costa said. “Our racers are looking forward to racing at the E.T. Finals in Phoenix, as well as the Jr. E.T. finals in Las Vegas later this year. We view this as a good opportunity for our racers with the benefits and programs that NHRA offers. I look forward to working with (NHRA Division Director) Matt DeYoung, as well as the other Division 7 tracks.”

By returning to the NHRA Member Track Network, Albuquerque Dragway 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.

The track will also get access to NHRA’s extensive support programs, insurance benefits and national marketing platforms. Albuquerque Dragway offers a variety of racing programs and events throughout its jam-packed race season, showcasing Costa and the team’s passion for the sport and making it a popular destination for fans and competitors in the area.

“It’s great to welcome Albuquerque Dragway back to the NHRA family! Robert has a passion for this sport and his racers, which shows in the pride he takes in his events throughout the season,” DeYoung said. “We can’t wait to see more of the Albuquerque Dragway Racers at E.T. Finals and Jr. Finals!”

For more information on upcoming events and programs at Albuquerque Dragway, visit www.abqdragway.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.

What Do When You Face a Car Lockout at a Race Event

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Attending a thrilling race event is an experience like no other—roaring engines, cheering crowds, and the electrifying atmosphere. But amidst all the excitement, one small mistake can turn a perfect day into a stressful ordeal: getting locked out of your car.

Whether you misplaced your keys, left them inside the vehicle, or encountered a key malfunction, a car lockout at a crowded motorsports event can be overwhelming. With thousands of fans, packed parking lots, and limited assistance on-site, it’s crucial to know exactly how to handle the situation.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through a step-by-step plan to regain access to your vehicle quickly and safely, plus essential preventive measures to avoid lockouts in the first place.

Step-by-Step Guide to Handling a Car Lockout at a Race Event

1. Stay Calm and Assess the Situation

Before panicking, take a deep breath and evaluate your circumstances:
✔ Check for alternate entry points – Are any doors or the trunk unlocked?
✔ Look through the windows – Can you see your keys inside?
✔ Determine your surroundings – Are you in a safe, well-lit area?

If you’re in a secluded or dimly lit section of the parking lot, move to a safer location while figuring out your next steps.

2. Retrace Your Steps

If you’re unsure where your keys are, think back to your last actions:
✔ Did you drop them while entering the stadium?
✔ Did you leave them at a concession stand or in a restroom?
✔ Could they have fallen between the seats of your vehicle?

Check your pockets, bags, and any areas you’ve visited. If you were with friends, ask if they’ve seen your keys.

3. Use a Spare Key (If Available)

Some drivers carry a spare key in their wallets or leave one with a trusted friend or family member. If you planned ahead and have an extra key, now is the time to use it.

For those with keyless entry systems, check if you can unlock the car remotely through a mobile app. Many modern vehicles, especially from brands like Ford, Tesla, and BMW, offer digital unlocking features.

4. Seek Assistance from Event Staff or Security

Race venues often have security personnel or event staff stationed in the parking areas. They may:
✔ Have access to lost-and-found services if someone turned in your keys.
✔ Provide contact information for local roadside assistance.
✔ Help ensure your safety while waiting for help.

5. Contact a Reliable Lockout Service

If you can’t find your keys or access your vehicle, the next step is to call a professional car lockout service. Avoid attempting DIY entry methods like coat hangers or slim jims, as these can cause damage to your vehicle’s locking mechanism or trigger the alarm system.

A reputable locksmith or emergency lockout service can:
✔ Arrive quickly and safely unlock your car.
✔ Help retrieve keys locked inside the vehicle.
✔ Provide key replacement or reprogramming if necessary.

If you ever find yourself stranded due to a lockout, KeyZoo Locksmiths offers fast and efficient solutions to get you back on the road without the stress of long delays.

6. Wait Safely While Help Arrives

While waiting, ensure your safety:
✔ Stay near well-lit areas, preferably close to security or main entrances.
✔ Keep your phone charged and let someone know your situation.
✔ Avoid leaving valuables visible inside your vehicle.

Once assistance arrives, confirm their credentials before allowing them to work on your vehicle. A trustworthy service provider will have proper identification and the necessary tools to unlock your car without damage.

How to Prevent a Car Lockout at a Race Event

1. Carry a Spare Key

✔ Keep a duplicate key in your wallet or with a trusted companion.
✔ Use a magnetic key holder hidden underneath your car (but in a discreet, secure location).

2. Use Smart Key Features

✔ Enable digital key access via your car manufacturer’s app.
✔ Set up keyless entry codes if your car supports them.

3. Establish a Key Routine

✔ Always double-check you have your keys before locking the car.
✔ Designate a specific pocket or compartment for your keys.
✔ Use a keychain tracker like Tile or Apple AirTag to locate lost keys quickly.

4. Be Cautious with Automatic Locking

✔ Some vehicles automatically lock when the doors shut—ensure you have your keys in hand before closing the door.
✔ Disable automatic locking features if they frequently cause issues.

5. Park Strategically

✔ Choose a well-lit, high-traffic area for parking.
✔ Take a quick photo of your parking location to help you navigate back easily.

Final Thoughts

Getting locked out of your car at a race event can be frustrating, but staying calm and following the right steps can make the situation much easier to handle. By being prepared, knowing who to call, and taking proactive measures to prevent lockouts, you can focus on what truly matters—enjoying the race.

If you ever find yourself in a lockout situation, professional assistance is just a call away. Whether you need emergency help or long-term preventive solutions, having a plan ensures you never miss a moment of the action. Stay safe, stay prepared, and enjoy your time at the track!

Prescott Tire Pros & Automotive Service and Greg Van Alst Add Las Vegas to Xfinity Series Schedule

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LAS VEGAS, Nev.: In an 11th-hour agreement, Motorsports veteran Greg Van Alst and partner Prescott Tire Pros & Automotive Service have added Saturday afternoon’s The LiUNA! Xfinity Series Race at Las Vegas (Nev.) Motor Speedway for Joey Gase Motorsports with Scott Osteen.

Collectively, the team will look to improve on their 31st-place finish from Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway last weekend. Saturday’s fifth NASCAR Xfinity Series race will mark Van Alst’s third Xfinity Series start of the year but first at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

“I’m incredibly grateful to Prescott Tire Pros & Automotive Service and the entire Joey Gase Motorsports with Scott Osteen team for allowing us to add this race to our 2025 schedule,” said Van Alst.

“This will be our third race together, and without a doubt, it will better prepare us for our upcoming five-race stretch of Xfinity Series races together, starting at Martinsville Speedway at the end of the month.

“The guys on the Joey Gase Motorsports with Scott Osteen have worked hard, but we are all incredibly focused on raising the bar and producing some solid finishes.”

Prescott Tire Pros & Automotive Service is extending its partnership with Van Alst, the former ARCA Menards Series Daytona winner.

Prescott Tire Pros & Automotive Service is your number-one source for all local auto repair and tire services in Prescott, AZ. They are dedicated to providing the very best auto repair service, focusing on upfront and honest quotes, timely response to issues, and quality products and parts.

Prescott Tire Pros & Automotive Service has come a long way from its beginnings to being the top auto repair and service shop in Prescott, AZ.

When they first started out, a passion for a better tire buying and auto repair experience drove us to develop the model of Prescott Tire Pros & Automotive Service and gave us the conviction to turn hard work and inspiration into a booming tire and auto repair provider.

They now serve customers all over Prescott, AZ, and are thrilled to be a part of your family’s trusted brands for all auto repair and tire needs.

“This isn’t their territory, but Prescott Tire Pros & Automotive Service sees great potential as part of the NASCAR Xfinity Series. It presents them an opportunity to reach potential new customers who may visit one of their Arizona locations while, also reminding their local supporters of their commitment to the community and passion for motorsports,” added Van Alst.

“By stepping into the NASCAR Xfinity Series, Prescott Tire Pros & Automotive Service hopes to strengthen its brand visibility on a national stage while reinforcing its reputation for quality service and customer care. The partnership also provides a platform to engage with racing fans, build new relationships, and showcase their expertise in automotive performance — all while staying true to their roots in Arizona.”

For his 10th career Xfinity Series start, Van Alst will continue to be supported by long-time partner CB Fabricating while welcoming Charity Plumbing, Vern’s Concrete, SKFMD Cuts, and Top Choice Fence as associate marketing partners for the first of two Xfinity trips to Sin City this season.

Since 2023, Van Alst has had nine NASCAR Xfinity Series starts, earning a career-best 26th-place finish twice, most recently at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway in February 2025.

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 LiUNA NASCAR Xfinity Series Race (200 laps | 300 miles) is the fifth of thirty-three (33) NASCAR Xfinity Series races on the 2025 schedule. 25-minute group practices will occur on Fri., March 14, 2025, from 3:05 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Qualifying will immediately follow, beginning at 4:10 p.m. The field will take the green flag on Saturday, March 15, shortly after 1:30 p.m. (4:30 p.m. ET), with live coverage on The CW Network, the Performance Racing Network (Radio), and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90. All times are local (PT).

Kyle Larson seeking Trifecta during Food City 500 weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway

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Kyle Larson will attempt to do what only Kyle Busch has done (twice) in NASCAR history and that's sweep a tripleheader weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway. Busch did it in 2010 and 2017, both Night Race weekends. Larson is the first to attempt it in a Bristol spring race weekend.

BRISTOL, Tenn. (March 13, 2025) – Kyle Larson will try to do what only one other driver in the NASCAR Cup Series has accomplished in Bristol Motor Speedway history when the circuit arrives for the Food City 500 weekend, April 11-13.

Ironically, the other driver’s name is also Kyle.

Larson is entered in all three of NASCAR’s major races during the Bristol weekend as the California driver seeks to claim the highly-elusive triple. Only Kyle Busch has achieved that quest in NASCAR history, first in 2010 and then once again in 2017, both at Bristol Motor Speedway. NASCAR legend Darrell Waltrip, a 12-time winner at BMS, says the accomplishment is one of the greatest thing he’s ever seen a NASCAR driver do.

“I never in my life thought someone could win three races in a weekend at Bristol, but Kyle Busch has,” Waltrip has said. “I don’t know how he physically does it because all those laps in one weekend don’t appear to affect him all that much. Kyle stays up on the wheel and gets the job done.”

For those who are counting, Larson will need to complete 1,050 laps over the three races and compete against the greatest stock car racers in the world on one of the most challenging tracks to get the job done.

In January, Larson said Bristol Motor Speedway is his favorite track.

“To me, it’s the closest style to a dirt sprint car race, although it’s a lot longer,” Larson said. “Just the intensity, the aggression, the fast-paced style of that race I’m comfortable with. I just love that track. I look forward to going there. I love having two races again on the concrete. So yeah, Bristol has been a place where I’ve led tons of laps at before and won a lot of stages but have kind of fallen off at the ends of the races. But since joining Hendrick (Motorsports), we’ve been good all race long and that was fun to dominate that race (last) year.”

Larson will open the weekend on Friday, April 11 with the WEATHER GUARD Truck Race in the NASCAR Craftsman Series. Larson will pilot the No. 07 HENDRICKCARS.COM Chevy Silverado in that 250-lap race that takes the green flag at 7:30 p.m. Prior to that race, Larson’s only truck start at Bristol came in the 2021 Pinty’s Truck Race on Dirt.

On Saturday, April 12, Larson will climb aboard the No. 17 HENDRICKCARS.COM Camaro to take on the NASCAR Xfinity Series regulars at 5 p.m. in the SciAps 300. Larson has won one Xfinity series race at Bristol in his career, the 2018 Food City 300.

He will then pilot his famed No. 5 Hendrick Motorsports Chevy in the Food City 500 on Sunday, April 13 at 3 p.m. Larson has two Cup victories to his credit at BMS – both in the Bass Pro Shops Night Race. This past September Larson was dominant in that race, and led an amazing 462 laps to win the race in record time. That effort broke a record for fastest race time at BMS held by the late Charlie Glotzbatch in 1971.

“I love racing at Bristol, so I am excited to add those races to my schedule,” Larson said. “Hopefully we can put on a great show with HENDRICKCARS.COM on board, and battle for the victories.”

A win in the WEATHER GUARD Truck Race also would put Larson in some elite company. He would join six drivers who have won Bristol races in all three of NASCAR’s major touring series. Those drivers include Mark Martin, Carl Edwards, Kevin Harvick, Brad Keselowski, Kyle Busch and Joey Logano.

“He is such a natural talent and one of the most popular drivers in the Cup Series, so we are thrilled to see him go for the trifecta at Bristol,” said Jerry Caldwell, president and general manager of Bristol Motor Speedway. “Who knows what will happen, but he clearly has the skills and talent to do it. We love seeing drivers take on the high banks in different cars and different series. He has certainly proved he knows his way around the track and that he can win in anything, so it will be fun and exciting for everyone to watch him and all the other drivers compete during races throughout the Food City 500 weekend.”

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), and continues Saturday afternoon on April 12 with the SciAps 300 NASCAR Xfinity Series race (5 p.m., The CW, PRN Radio). Bush’s Beans Practice and Bush’s Beans Qualifying will be held for all three series both Friday and Saturday. The weekend culminates Sunday afternoon with the running of 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 or any of the BMS NASCAR events in 2025, please visit www.bristolmotorspeedway.com or call the BMS ticket sales center at (866) 415-4158. Tickets are also available for purchase at your local Food City store until Tuesday, 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.

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