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BRISTOL MOTOR SPEEDWAY FOOD CITY 500 WEEKEND TICKETS ON SALE AT FOOD CITY STORES A GREAT HOLIDAY GIFT IDEA

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BRISTOL, Tenn. (Dec. 10, 2025) – For those putting together their final holiday shopping lists, always keep in mind the power of giving the gift of speed, thrills and cherished memories with an experience that only iconic Bristol Motor Speedway can provide. Stocking stuffers are available today for the famed track’s spring 2026 NASCAR weekend of racing, which includes the legendary Food City 500 NASCAR Cup Series race, NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race (formerly Xfinity Series) and the Tennessee Army National Guard 250 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Race, April 10-12, 2026.

The Food City 500 NASCAR Cup Series event will be held on the all-concrete half-mile at Bristol Motor Speedway on April 12, and will be preceded by the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series 300 on Saturday, April 11. The Tennessee Army National Guard 250 Truck Race in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series will kick off the big weekend of racing on Friday night, April 10, under the lights.

By purchasing now, not only will you make that friend or family member on your Christmas gift list extremely happy, but you will receive a tremendous value for your purchase. Through this option, Food City 500 tickets are available for only $60 for adults and $10 for kids 12 and under. the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series 300 tickets are available for $30 for adults and the Tennessee Army National Guard 250 Truck Race tickets start at $20 for adults. Children’s tickets purchased at Food City stores with adult tickets for both the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and Craftsman Truck Series races are free for kids 12 and under.

All tickets purchased through Food City are blind-reserved seats selected by knowledgeable members of the BMS ticket office. The tickets will be sold at the customer service area of each Food City location. Tickets will be emailed to the customer within seven days of the purchase. The final day to purchase Food City 500 race tickets in-store will be Friday, April 3.

NASCAR Nation will have an early chance to see all of their favorite cars and stars mix it up in close confines when the NASCAR Cup Series visits one of the first short tracks on the schedule for the 2026 season with the Food City 500 on April 12. The race will be headlined by defending series champ Kyle Larson, a three-time Cup winner at Bristol, and a host of other top challengers, including Ryan Blaney, Chase Elliott, Christopher Bell, Ross Chastain, William Byron, Joey Logano and Austin Dillon to name a few.

The stars from the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series will hit the high banks for a 300-lap race Saturday afternoon, April 11. Drivers to watch include a strong mix of newcomers and category veterans, including series veteran Justin Allgaier, a two-time Bristol winner in his No. 7 JRM Chevy, as well as Sheldon Creed, rising star Brent Crews, Austin Hill, Brandon Jones, Jesse Love, Corey Day, Harrison Burton, Sam Mayer, Nick Sanchez and Jeremy Clements.

The NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series will compete in the first of two races under the lights at Bristol in 2026 on the famed short track during the Tennessee Army National Guard 250 Truck Race on Friday night, April 10. A strong group of contenders are expected to race hard for the victory to claim a famed BMS Gladiator Sword, led by tough challengers Lane Riggs, a two-time Bristol winner, Rajah Caruth, Kaden Honeycutt, Daniel Dye, Brenden “Butterbean” Queen, Justin Haley, Gio Ruggiero, Christian Eckes and Volunteer state native Dawson Sutton, among others.

For more information, please drop by your neighborhood Food City store or visit us online at www.bristolmotorspeedway.com, or call the BMS Ticket Sales Center at (866) 415-4158.

About Food City
Food City is Bristol Motor Speedway’s longest running sponsor and the second-longest in NASCAR. Headquartered in Abingdon, Virginia, K-VA-T Food Stores (Foody City’s parent company) operates 164 retail outlets throughout southeast Kentucky, southwest Virginia, east Tennessee, north Georgia and Alabama. For more information, visit their website at www.foodcity.com.

About Bristol Motor Speedway
Bristol Motor Speedway, known as The Last Great Colosseum, sits in the mountains of Northeast Tennessee near the Virginia state line. The 0.533-mile concrete oval, with 28-degree banking, hosts two major NASCAR Cup Series weekends each year. The venue has staged iconic moments such as the 2016 Pilot Flying J Battle at Bristol football game between the University of Tennessee and Virginia Tech (NCAA-record 156,990 fans), the 2025 MLB Speedway Classic between the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds (MLB regular-season record crowd of 91,032), the 2020 NASCAR All-Star Race, the rebirth of NASCAR Cup Series racing on dirt from 2021–2023 and sold-out concerts for Morgan Wallen and Kenny Chesney. Fans enjoy Colossus TV, the world’s largest outdoor center-hung four-sided screen video board. The adjacent Bristol Dragway is the home to the NHRA Super Grip Thunder Valley Nationals, and the dragway can transform into the Thunder Valley Amphitheatre for music concerts. Opened in 1961 and acquired by Speedway Motorsports in 1996, Bristol remains one of America’s most unique and versatile sports and entertainment destinations. For more information, please visit www.bristolmotorspeedway.com.

Inaugural Top Driver Challenge Proves Successful for TopLiner and Burtin Racing

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Atlanta, GEORGIA – December 10, 2025 – The first-ever TopLiner® Top Driver Challenge concluded in spectacular fashion this weekend, delivering an unforgettable evening of competition, camaraderie, and celebration at Andretti Indoor Karting & Games in Buford, Georgia, whose world-class facilities provided the perfect backdrop for the thrilling Grand Finale of the year for Burtin Racing. It was a great way to round off the year for the race team, Burtin Polymer Innovations and their flagship TopLiner® products.

From the moment attendees arrived, the atmosphere was charged with excitement. Plenty of fans were on hand to cheer on the finalists who had emerged from nationwide entrants. A pristine, professionally maintained karting circuit, cutting-edge timing systems, and spacious viewing areas earned high praise from participants and spectators alike for Andretti Indoor Karting & Games

The evening’s grand prize—an all-expenses-paid experience with Burtin Racing at the 2026 season opener at Sebring—was waltzed off by Steven M., whose blistering official lap time of 25.622 seconds secured victory. He edged out runner-up Sarah V., who posted a strong 25.988, trailing Steven by 0.366 seconds, and Adarius R., whose 26.014 placed him third, just 0.392 seconds behind the winner.

“The level of enthusiasm we saw tonight was unbelievable,” said Adam Andretti. “Steven put down a flyer of a lap—smooth, confident, and right on the limit. This event shows exactly why nurturing future racers matters. The energy in the building, the passion from the crowd, and the professionalism of the facilities at Andretti Indoor Karting & Games made this one of the most enjoyable events of the year!”

Throughout the evening, the venue buzzed with anticipation as the finalists enjoyed hospitality, karting and a private party room in the Mario suite. The widely praised gift bags, filled with exclusive TopLiner® merchandise, racing memorabilia, and special event-only items, became an instant hit—many attendees sporting their new gear that afternoon.

Event organizer and Burtin Racing founder Claudio Burtin praised both the competitors and the venue, “This inaugural TopLiner® Top Driver Challenge exceeded every expectation. The talent on track was tremendous, and the atmosphere was electric. Andretti Indoor Karting & Games provided a first-class environment worthy of a championship-level finale. Seeing the racers, families, and fans all enjoying themselves was the highlight of the evening.”

The finalists kicked off the event with an exclusive meet-and-greet session with Adam Andretti before heading into practice laps. As the clock ticked toward the official timed session, anticipation built across the venue. When the final times were announced, the room erupted in cheers—not only for the podium finishers, but for every driver who had made it to the prestigious final round.

“The experience was fantastic,” stated Steven M. after the karting final. “It was amazing to meet Adam Andretti and race alongside other very fast drivers who I never knew before this event. It helped me improve my lap time and was a phenomenal experience.”

With its blend of professional-level competition, fan interaction, and top-tier entertainment, the inaugural TopLiner® Top Driver Challenge has set a high standard for any possible future editions. Watch burtinracing.com/news for news and announcements!

A tremendous success from start to finish, the event showcased not only rising racing stars, but also the spirit, excitement, and community that motorsport inspires.

About TOP LINER® Truck Bed Liners
TOP LINER® is a global leader in spray-on truck bed liner technology. Based in Georgia, the company has just announced a nationwide distribution partnership with Service Partners. TOP LINER® is also the primary partner for the hugely successful Burtin Racing Trans Am team, with Adam Andretti challenging for the Drivers’ Championship in 2025.

About Andretti Indoor Karting & Games
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games was established in 2001 and is based in Orlando, Florida. The company currently operates eleven state-of-the-art entertainment and event destination locations across Florida, Georgia, Texas, Arizona, and Oklahoma. Over the past decade, Andretti Karting & Games has experienced significant growth and is set to debut several new entertainment centers across the United States in 2025, including locations in Glendale, Arizona; Kansas City, Kansas; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Durham, North Carolina; and Schaumburg, Illinois.

About Check It 4 Andretti
Check It 4 Andretti is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting colon cancer screening and prevention. Established by the Andretti family, the foundation works to save lives by raising awareness and encouraging early detection.

Sexton Gatlin Racing Finishes 2025 With a Flurry of Races

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Brent Sexton earlier this year at Perris Auto Speedway. Kenny Lonngren photo.

Lakeside, CA — December 7, 2025 — Nine months after opening what turned out to be a very busy season, Sexton Gatlin Racing wrapped up its 2025 campaign with a flurry of races in late November. Dodging raindrops throughout, the team’s season finale featured three team drivers competing at four different tracks across three distinct racing disciplines.

The final stretch was scheduled to begin on November 14 with night one of the Hangtown 100 at Placerville Speedway. Three-time lightning sprint car champion Brent Sexton made the 540-mile trip to the iconic Northern California venue to represent SGR in the Bay Cities Racing Association sanctioned event. That opening night was ultimately rained out. Fortunately, track officials were able to beat Mother Nature the following evening, and Brent delivered a strong performance, charging from 14th to finish fourth in the main event on a rough-and-tumble “cowboy-up” racing surface.

Next up on the schedule was a November 21 event at the Thunderbowl Raceway in Tulare, California. However, after conceding defeat at Placerville the previous Friday, Mother Nature answered back decisively, washing out the event and handing racing a knockout blow.

The night following the Tulare rainout, attention shifted to Merced Speedway, where Brent’s son Grant took center stage. The race marked a major milestone for the 21-year-old, as it was his first-ever start in a winged 360 sprint car, competing in the prestigious Chase Johnson Classic. The 2021 POWRi Southwest Series champion looked right at home from the start. He qualified 21st in the loaded 30-car field, then started sixth and finished seventh in his eight-lap heat race. That result sent the energetic young racer to the B main with one final shot at transferring into his first 360 winged sprint car main event.

Despite the odds stacked against him, Grant rose to the challenge in the 12-lap B main, capturing the fourth and final transfer spot into the A main. Starting dead last in his first-ever 360 winged sprint car feature, he kept his composure, avoided trouble, and advanced four positions to finish 20th.

The next stop on SGR’s California tour brought the team to the Bakersfield Speedway at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway. This event marked the 9th Annual California Lightning Sprints Western Lightning Sprints Championship and featured Brent and Grant Sexton, along with El Cajon rookie teammate Braydin Collie. Unfortunately, Grant’s night came to a premature end moments after he set the 13th-fastest qualifying time among the 22-car field, when an engine failure caused his car to erupt into flames.

Collie and Brent enjoyed better fortunes in qualifying. Fresh off his run in the grueling BAJA 1000, Collie timed in fifth fastest, while Brent was close behind with the seventh-quickest lap of the session. Collie, who entered the night fifth in the CLS championship standings, finished second in his heat race, while Brent secured a third-place result in his qualifier.

The spotlight shined brightly on Collie during the main event, and the teenager delivered. Starting fifth, he stayed in contention for a top-five finish throughout the race. When the checkered flag waved on both the feature and the 2025 season, Collie crossed the line in fifth. The result moved him up one position to fifth in the Motor City Buick/GMC Championship standings, just 48 points shy of third place. Additionally, he wrapped up the season as the runner-up in the Rookie of the Year standings.

Brent started from the pole in the same lightning sprint car race. Early on, the savvy veteran ran with the lead pack on an extremely rough track surface that was ravaged by heavy rain just days before. Near the end, he slipped back and ultimately finished ninth.

SGR’s final appearance of the season came at the historic 84th Running of the Turkey Night Grand Prix at Ventura Raceway. Spread over two nights, Brent and Grant both competed in the Ultimate Sprint Car Series portion of the program. On opening night, Grant laid down a blistering lap of 12.378 seconds, third fastest in his group and fourth fastest overall among the 56 entries. Brent followed with a lap of 12.840, placing him 32nd in qualifying.

Grant earned an automatic transfer to the A main by finishing third in his heat race. Brent’s evening proved more challenging. After finishing seventh in his heat, he was forced into the B main, where he started eighth. Disaster struck on lap two when a car ahead abruptly moved to the bottom, leaving Brent with nowhere to go. Contact destroyed the front end of his car, and with no steering, he slammed violently into the front-stretch wall, narrowly avoiding a nasty flip.

Brent emerged physically unscathed aside from a frustrated mindset, but the car sustained extensive damage and was finished for the night.

Grant started the A main in 11th position and raced his way up to seventh by the midpoint of the event before a fuel line came loose, ending his night early and relegating him to a disappointing 23rd-place finish.

Saturday’s finale saw Brent advance as far as 14th in the Last Chance Qualifier, falling short of transferring to the main event. Grant stole the show in his Last Chance Qualifier. Starting seventh, he rim-rode the high side of the beach side track and came away with a fifth-place finish, securing his entry into the A main.

During a lengthy red-flag delay for fence repairs during the race, Flo Racing placed a microphone in front of Grant as he waited patiently in his car. As usual, he delivered memorable commentary.

“I just need to keep it underneath me and don’t overdrive it, but also I have to drive the piss out of the thing and kind of let my nuts hang a bit,” he told infield announcer Drake York when asked what it was going to take to get one of the transfers. “It is always sketchy being on the bubble, not knowing who is coming up on you and not knowing what line to run. I don’t want to just follow the leader and let someone blow by me on the outside. Braden Chiaramonte has me pretty dialed in, and all my boys are working on the car this weekend. They are telling me where I can hammer it, and where I can’t hammer it. That part is nice. I don’t know, but they are telling me that you can never go wrong on the bottom. I am just going to have to sack up and make some moves so we are not so worried on the bubble.“

For the main Grant lined up for SGR’s final race of 2025, the Turkey Night Grand Prix sprint car feature. Starting 18th, he avoided the chaos that plagued much of the race and took the final checkered flag of the season in 13th place.

With the season officially concluded, the hard work now begins. The team will tear down cars, refresh equipment, and search for marketing partners ahead of the 2026 season. Anyone interested in aligning with one of the most competitive and fun teams in American short-track racing is encouraged to contact Brent Sexton using the information provided in this release.

For those interested in lightning sprint car racing, Brent also has a Henchcraft chassis with numerous spares available. As he says, he is “motivated to sell fast.”

For more updates, follow Sexton Gatlin Racing on social media and stay tuned for results throughout the 2025 season.

Sexton Gatlin Racing would like to thank the following companies for making the 2025 season possible. East County Electric Works, Keys Brothers, Geoff Dale, BR Motorsports, Maxima Oil, Automated Interiors, Valley Lubricant Services, Sexton Fire Protection, BK Wings, and Troy Dirt.

If you or your company are interested in becoming a marketing partner with Sexton Gatlin Racing in 2025, please call (619) 454-6945 or E-mail mailto:sextonfire@cox.net or mailto:sextonfire@gmail.com.

Brent Sexton 2025 Results

3/8/25 Ventura Raceway USCS Sprint Cars 13th A Main

3/14/25 Imperial Valley Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars DNS

3/15/25 Imperial Valley Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars 14th A Main

3/28/25 Ocean Speedway USCS Sprint Cars 5th A Main

3/29/25 Merced Speedway USCS Sprint Cars 12th A Main

4/12/25 Bakersfield Speedway USCS Sprint Cars 12th A Main

5/17/25 Santa Maria Speedway Ultimate Sprint Cars 21st A Main

6/3/25 Circle City Speedway (Indianapolis) 410 Sprint Cars 14th A Main

6/4/25 Paragon Speedway (Indiana) 410 Sprint Cars 11th B Main

6/5/25 Lincoln Park Speedway (Indiana) 410 Sprint Cars Rained Out

6/6/25 Bloomington Speedway (Indiana) 410 Sprint Cars Rained Out

6/7/25 Tri State Speedway (Indiana) 410 Sprint Cars Rained Out

6/8/25 Kokomo Speedway (Indiana) 410 Sprint Cars 8th B Main

8/1/25 Barona Speedway SoCal Lightning Sprints 21st A Main

8/2/25 Barona Speedway SoCal Lightning Sprints DNS

8/10/25 Buffalo River Speedway Minkota Lightning Nationals 7th A Main

8/10/25 Buffalo River Speedway Minkota Lightning Nationals 13th A Main

8/22/25 Plaza Park Raceway California Lightning Sprints DNS

9/12/25 Bakersfield Speedway California Lightning Sprints 19th A Main

9/13/25 Perris Auto Speedway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars 21st A Main

9/20/25 Ventura Raceway Ultimate Sprint Cars 3rd A Main

10/4/25 Mohave Valley Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars 18th A Main

10/24/25 Central Arizona Raceway USAC National Sprint Cars DNS

10/25/25 Central Arizona Raceway USAC National Sprint Cars 19th B Main

11/15/25 Placerville Speedway Bay Cities Racing Association 4th A Mail

11/25/25 Bakersfield Speedway California Lightning Sprints 9th A Main
11/28/25 Ventura Raceway Ultimate Sprint Car Series 18th B Main

11/29/25 Ventura Raceway Ultimate Sprint Car Series 13 LCQ

Braydin Collie 2025 SGR Results

3/14/25 Imperial Valley Raceway SoCal Lightning Sprints 11th A Main

3/15/25 Imperial Valley Raceway SoCal Lightning Sprints 11th A Main

4/12/25 Bakersfield Speedway California Lightning Sprints 11th A Main

5/17/25 Merced Speedway CLS vs BCRA Civil War 9th A Main

6/7/25 Bakersfield Speedway California Lightning Sprints 3rd A Main

6/21/25 Ventura Raceway California Lightning Sprints 6th A Main

7/5/25 Santa Maria Speedway California Lightning Sprints 5th A Main

7/26/25 Santa Maria Speedway California Lightning Sprints 6th A Main

8/1/25 Barona Speedway SoCal Lightning Sprints 5th A Main

8/2/25 Barona Speedway SoCal Lightning Sprints 10th A Main

8/7/25 Norman County Raceway Minkota Lightning Nationals 10th A Main

8/10/25 Buffalo River Speedway Minkota Lightning Nationals 12th A Main

8/10/25 Buffalo River Speedway Minkota Lightning Nationals 3rd A Main

8/22/25 Plaza Park Raceway California Lightning Sprints 7th A Main

8/23/25 Lemoore Jet Bowl Raceway California Lightning Sprints 7th a Main

8/30/25 Ventura Raceway California Lightning Sprints 7th A Main

9/12/25 Bakersfield Speedway California Lightning Sprints 8th A Main

9/13/25 Merced Speedway California Lightning Sprints 10th A Main

10/4/25 Ventura Raceway California Lightning Sprints 6th A Main

10/25/25 Ventura Raceway California Lightning Sprints 7th A Main

11/25/25 Bakersfield Speedway California Lightning Sprints 4th A Main

Grant Sexton 2025 Results

2/22/25 Mohave Valley Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars 20th A Main

3/8/25 Ventura Raceway USCS Sprint Cars 8th A Main

3/14/25 Imperial Valley Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars 19th A Main

4/12/25 Bakersfield Speedway USCS Sprint Cars 17th A Main

5/17/15 Santa Maria Speedway USCS Sprint Cars DNS

8/1/25 Barona Speedway SoCal Lightning Sprints 13th A Main

8/2/25 Barona Speedway SoCal Lightning Sprints 10th A Main

8/7/25 Norman County Raceway Minkota Lightning Nationals 5th A Main

8/10/25 Buffalo River Speedway Minkota Lightning Nationals 21st A Main

8/10/25 Buffalo River Speedway Minkota Lightning Nationals 18th A Main

9/12/25 Bakersfield Speedway California Lightning Sprints 6th A Main

9/20/25 Ventura Raceway Ultimate Sprint Cars 17th A Main

10/4/25 Mohave Valley Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars 10th A Main

11/22/25 Merced Speedway Winged 360 Sprint Cars 20th A Main

11/25/25 Bakersfield Speedway California Lightning Sprints DNS

11/28/25 Ventura Raceway Ultimate Sprint Car Series 23rd A Main

11/29/25 Ventura Raceway Ultimate Sprint Car Series 13th A Main

Dalton Sexton 2025 Results

8/1/25 Barona Speedway SoCal Lightning Sprints 14th A Main

8/2/25 Barona Speedway SoCal Lightning Sprints 20th A Main

AJ Bender 2025 SGR Results

3/15/25 Imperial Valley Raceway USAC/CRA Sprint Cars 23rd A Main

How Jacksonville Techs Use Oscilloscopes to Diagnose ECU Lag in Used Bikes

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When you walk into one of the trusted Jacksonville motorcycle dealers, you might smell oil, the shine of chrome, and rows of bikes waiting for new riders. 

But you often don’t see a place in the workshop where a technician, gloves smudged and eyes focused, leans over an oscilloscope screen. 

That glowing waveform on the monitor holds more truth about a used motorcycle than any sales pitch ever could.

What Is Hidden Behind ECU Lag?

Every twist of the throttle tells you a story. On a well-tuned bike, that story flows instantly. But when there’s lag, hesitation, or a faint delay between your wrist movement and engine response, the problem is not always mechanical.

It can be anything deep inside the ECU, which is the heart of the bike’s brain.

For technicians who are dealing with used motorcycles for sale, diagnosing that small delay is more important than a repair task, as that is how they diagnose the motorcycles.

The oscilloscope becomes their stethoscope to hear the heartbeat of the sensors, the throttle, and the ECU in perfect electrical rhythm.

How They Read the Language of Waveforms

In most cases, the first place a Jacksonville tech looks is the Throttle Position Sensor (TPS). 

On the oscilloscope, a healthy TPS signal appears as a clean, rising voltage line when the throttle opens and a steady drop as it closes. If the waveform shows jagged edges or flat zones, the sensor might be worn, or the throttle mechanism could be binding.

To measure accurately, the scope is usually set at 1 volt per division with a 100-millisecond time base in DC coupling mode. These settings help techs capture every detail of throttle movement. 

During testing, they perform a wiggle test, lightly moving the harness or connectors while watching for voltage spikes or dropouts. Even a brief glitch signals wiring fatigue or connector corrosion.

It’s not just theory. Experienced techs in Jacksonville know that even a millisecond of delay in this signal translates into a sluggish feel on the road. 

That kind of attention to microseconds separates routine maintenance from true craftsmanship.

Understanding Why ECU Lag Happens

ECU lag in used motorcycles doesn’t appear from nowhere. It can stem from sensor wear, corroded terminals, voltage drop in wiring, or even latency in the ECU’s analog-to-digital converter.

When these faults combine, they create a chain reaction like slight delays in signal reading, misinterpretation of throttle input, and slower fuel or spark timing.

Oscilloscopes reveal those delays long before a rider feels them. That is why Jacksonville technicians rely on waveforms rather than assumptions.

The Rise of Throttle-by-Wire Diagnostics

Used motorcycles, especially those from Yamaha, BMW, or Kawasaki, often rely on throttle-by-wire systems instead of cables. Here, the oscilloscope captures both the throttle command and the actuator response. A dual-channel setup lets techs measure the exact delay between input and action.

If the throttle opens but the actuator lags, the waveform reveals it instantly. Many technicians use a two-channel analysis: Channel A for the throttle sensor signal, and Channel B for actuator feedback. 

Any delay beyond 50 milliseconds between these channels can indicate ECU lag or actuator calibration drift.

Some dealers even go further, measuring actuator current traces to ensure the stepper motor inside the throttle body is functioning correctly. It’s a level of precision that defines Jacksonville’s reputation for transparency.

Why Jacksonville Dealers Lead the Way

Florida’s humid air and salty breeze can quietly corrode electrical connections, affecting sensor readings and ECU reliability. 

Many Jacksonville motorcycle dealers now record these waveforms during pre-sale inspections, building a reference library for each model. It’s more than a technical ritual; it’s their way of preserving trust.

A customer might never ask for an oscilloscope test, but when a technician explains how a tiny voltage delay could affect throttle feel, that conversation turns a sale into an education. 

It’s not about selling a bike; it’s about confidence of sale in every spark and pulse.

How do Students in China take Notes?

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People who learn Mandarin online occasionally encounter short forms that appear in student notebooks or study-group messages. An online Chinese teacher may point out that many of these shortened expressions developed inside classrooms, where speed is crucial and writing every character would slow down the recording of material. The result is a compact set of written habits found across secondary schools and universities. In Mandarin  classes for kids, this may also be mentioned in some interesting, simple way.

Common practice relies on reducing longer expressions to their first characters. So, students create these forms to handle dense information during lectures, just like students from Western cultures. Some expressions circulate only within one department, while others spread widely through exam-preparation forums or shared study materials. Because many subjects rely on repeated terminology, the shortened forms save time and let students follow rapid explanations with fewer interruptions.

A different method is based on phonetic cues. Students select characters whose pronunciation resembles a longer phrase. This system appears frequently in science and engineering notes, where English-derived terms enter Mandarin speech. By picking a rough phonetic stand-in, students create a quick marker that is easy to write under time pressure. These short forms rarely appear in formal work, yet they fill notebooks across many institutions. Another pattern comes from mathematics and economics. Students frequently write symbols or partial characters to mark steps in a proof or model. These marks serve as reminders rather than full explanations. They help organize material when reviewing for exams. Some symbols originate in Western notation, while others derive from older Chinese accounting practices.

Group study sessions strengthen these habits. Students share scanned pages from notebooks, and the short forms become standard for that semester or course. Because each major develops its own terminology, many abbreviations only make sense within a limited circle of students. Once the term ends, some forms fade, while others carry into higher-level courses.

Mandarin teaching institutions like GoEast Mandarin may also examine student writing practices in certain advanced classes, especially when discussing informal registers! Their lesson notes describe common short forms without encouraging their use in formal writing.

Today, handwritten notes still dominate many study sessions in China, even with widespread digital tools. Abbreviation systems adapt to new subjects, campus environments, and exam formats. Though informal, these practices form a recognizable part of modern academic life and remain an important element of student culture across many regions.

ARCA Menards Series East 2026 Schedule Announced; Two New Races, Hickory and Toledo, Highlight Eight-Race Slate

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TEMPERANCE, Mich. – (December 9, 2025) – The ARCA Menards Series East schedule has been announced, with an eight-race slate that features a new event at Hickory Motor Speedway and a return to Toledo Speedway for the first time since 2020.  

The East schedule will once again feature four stand-alone races and four combination races with the ARCA Menards Series. The season will open with a stand-alone race at Hickory on March 28 and will conclude with the traditional finale at Bristol Motor Speedway, a combination race with the ARCA Menards Series. 

“The eight races that make up the ARCA Menards Series East schedule includes tracks that will be very familiar to the series but will also see the addition of the first-ever ARCA race at Hickory Motor Speedway, and a return to Toledo Speedway for the first time since 2020,” said ARCA President Ron Drager. “The race at Hickory, one of the most legendary and tradition-rich tracks in stock car racing, already has a lot of energy and excitement around it, and we’ll follow with a much-anticipated return to Rockingham Speedway for the second consecutive year the very next weekend. We look forward to another competitive season and the championship coming down to the final laps of the final race of the year at Bristol Motor Speedway in September.” 

The highlights: 

  • The ARCA Menards Series East will feature four stand-alone races, including the series’ first-ever visit to Hickory Motor Speedway and a return to Rockingham Speedway for the second consecutive year.  
  • Other stand-alone races include Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway in May, and an August stop at Flat Rock Speedway which coincides with Flat Rock’s 75th anniversary celebration. 
  • There are four combination races for the ARCA Menards Series and ARCA Menards Series East with a return to Toledo Speedway for the first time since 2020, and traditional events at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, Iowa Speedway, and the finale at Bristol Motor Speedway. 
  • The ARCA Menards Series East will race in conjunction with the NASCAR National Series at Rockingham Speedway, Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, Iowa Speedway, and Bristol Motor Speedway. The race at Flat Rock Speedway will be the only national-level stock car race held on the National Series’ only summertime off weekend. 
  • All four stand-alone races for the East will be streamed live on FloRacing; the combination races with the ARCA Menards Series will be televised live on FS1. 

The complete 2026 ARCA Menards Series East schedule (all times are Eastern): 

DateTrack, LocationTime (ET)TV
Sat., March 28 Hickory Motor Speedway, Hickory, N.C. 7:30 PM Flo 
Sat, April 4 Rockingham Speedway, Rockingham, N.C. 12:00 PM Flo 
Sat. May 2 Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway, Nashville, Tenn. 9:30 PM Flo 
Sat., May 16 Toledo Speedway, Toledo, Oh. 7:00 PM FS1 
Fri., July 24  Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, Brownsburg, Ind. 5:30 PM  FS1  
Sat., Aug. 1 Flat Rock Speedway, Flat Rock, Mich. 7:30 PM Flo 
Fri., Aug. 7  Iowa Speedway, Newton, Ia. 7:00 PM FS1 
Thurs., Sept. 17 Bristol Motor Speedway, Bristol, Tenn. 5:30 PM FS1 

All dates and times are tentative and subject to change. 

For further information please visit ARCARacing.com; for up-to-the-minute updates follow @ARCA_Racing on Twitter. 

About ARCA

The Automobile Racing Club of America (ARCA), founded in 1953 by John and Mildred Marcum in Toledo, Ohio, and acquired by NASCAR in April 2018, is the leading grassroots stock car sanctioning body in the United States. Bridging the gap between NASCAR’s top three national touring series and weekly and regional tour racing all across the country, the organization sanctions over 100 races per year in the ARCA Menards Series, ARCA Menards Series East, ARCA Menards Series West, ASA STARS National Tour, ASA CRA Super Series, ASA Midwest Tour, ASA Southern Super Series plus weekly racing at Toledo and Flat Rock Speedways. For more information about ARCA visit www.arcaracing.com, or follow ARCA on Facebook (@ARCARacing) and Twitter (@ARCA_Racing).  

About Menards

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

Menards has what you need to complete your outdoor projects and keep your yard in tip-top shape including mowers, trimmers, blowers, pressure washers and more, plus a beautiful garden center stocked with plants, shrubs, trees, landscaping tools, grass seed, fertilizer options, outdoor décor and patio furniture.  Menards also has everyday essentials like health & beauty products, housewares, pet and wildlife supplies, automotive items and even groceries.  And at Christmas, an Enchanted Forest display area with impressive trees, lighting, decorations, ornaments, inflatables and more.   

Menards is known for friendly Customer Service and as the place to “Save Big Money” with low prices every day, and sales too!  For more information, please visit Menards.com to learn about our store locations, offerings and services. 

UPCOMING APEX RACING FOUNDATION IN UTAH JOINS NHRA MEMBER TRACK NETWORK

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INDIANAPOLIS (Dec. 9, 2025) – NHRA officials announced today the build of a new NHRA-sanctioned track as part of NHRA’s Pacific Division (Division 7) with the upcoming Apex Racing Foundation in Utah’s Duchesne County.

Groundbreaking for Apex Racing Foundation will take place at 11 a.m. MT on December 22 at 20221 W 5500 South in Duchesne, Utah, bringing NHRA drag racing back to the state. Led by Apex Racing Foundation advisory board members, the group pushed for the birth of a new facility in Duchesne, showcasing an impressive enthusiasm to build a new track.

“The future of the track will not only mean so much to Duchesne County, but the state of Utah as well,” Apex Racing Foundation advisory board member Rhett Greenhalgh said. “Future generations will benefit from this establishment for years and years to come. We strive for a safe environment, and with NHRA with us, the sky is the limit. We’re looking forward to the future!”

Added Apex Racing Foundation advisory board member Terry Henderson: “I can’t find the words to express how excited I am for the Apex Racing Foundation and NHRA to bring true 1/4-mile drag racing back to Utah!”

The group has also received strong support from the local government, as the group plans to go full speed ahead on the building process in 2026.

By joining the NHRA Member Track Network, Apex Racing Foundation 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.

“Seeing racing action return to the Utah area is great. Our racers in that region have been longing for a track to call home again,” NHRA Division 7 Director Matt DeYoung said. “The passion, knowledge and dedication that the Apex group has is a great reminder of the strength of our sport. We look forward to working with this group as they begin their build and grow their racing community.”

For more information on NHRA, including the 2026 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.

Magnus Racing to Bring Utah’s Snow to Daytona

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SALT LAKE CITY (December 9, 2025) – With the 2026 Rolex 24 at Daytona just over six weeks away, Magnus Racing will once again return to the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship’s GTD category, this time adding some additional Snow from their home-state of Utah.

“We’re excited to add Madison Snow to our lineup for 2026,” stated Magnus Racing team owner and driver John Potter. “With a family history well established just miles away from me in Utah, it will be something special to finally compete with one another rather than against.”

With roots also set in Utah, Madison Snow joins the Utah-based team as a now-veteran of IMSA WeatherTech Sports Car competition. With seven assorted series championships and 15 wins to his name, Madison most notably joins the team as yet another endurance specialist, having previously won The Rolex 24 at Daytona, 12 Hours of Sebring, and Petit Le Mans.

The addition of Snow to the no. 44 Aston Martin Vantage GT3 lineup of John Potter, Madison Snow, Spencer Pumpelly and Nicki Thiim brings further endurance success. Between all drivers, there is a combined 5.5 victories at the Rolex 24 at Daytona, with the tally growing when counting endurance wins at Sebring, Petit Le Mans, 24 Hours of Spa and beyond.

“Even though I’ve competed against Magnus Racing for my entire career, this feels like a group I’ve known forever,” stated Snow. “Beyond being another Utah-based group, this team is made up of a very experienced group of drivers, mechanics and engineers who I’ve gotten to know throughout my time in the sport, it was an easy choice to join the team. Joining John Potter, Spencer Pumpelly, and Nicki Thiim is fantastic opportunity. Obviously John and I have been in the Utah motorsport scene for quite some time together, and I’ve actually driven with Spencer in the past, including wins at Petit Le Mans. It’s a strong organization, and I look forward to not only driving but actually enjoying the freedom to just be myself…”

While Madison may be the newest face to the team, drivers Spencer Pumpelly, who has won this race 2.5 times, and Aston Martin factory-driver Nicki Thiim, who despite numerous 24-hour race wins has yet to capture Daytona, are excited to return in January.

“This year’s GTD field is as strong as it’s ever been,” stated Pumpelly. “People say this every year, but that’s largely because it’s true. This will be our fifth year with the Aston Martin, and every year we’ve been extremely competitive. The last two years have thrown us some bad luck with incidents out of our control, so we’re all hoping it’s out of the way in 2026.”

“I’m still Danish,” continued Thiim. He then went on to talk about Vikings but nobody understood him.

After two runner-up finishes in 2022 and 2023, the 2024 and 2025 rounds for Magnus saw misfortune for the team, first with a multi-car pileup taking the team out followed by an engine issue in the year following.

Beyond Daytona, Magnus Racing remains committed to a limited endurance racing schedule, with specifics to be determined as the season goes on.

The team is also entertaining opportunities to bring on new partners and participants throughout the 2026 season, with the team on offer for both sprint and select endurance rounds.

Practice for The Rolex 24 at Daytona begins on Thursday, January 22, with the 24-Hour classic running the weekend of January 24-25.

Crawford ends F2 career as Vice Champion

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20-year-old American moves on to Formula One Career

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates (9 December 2025) – After a frustrating outing in Qatar the previous weekend, American Formula 1 hopeful Jak Crawford closed out his FIA Formula 2 career as Vice Champion, following a big weekend in the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at Yas Marina.

The finale was a busy one for Crawford, who in addiiton to his Formula 2 commitments, was once again tabbed for a Formula 1 Free Practice 1 appearance with Aramco Aston Martin Formula 1 team as he looks forward to his increased role for the squad in 2026.

But the dynanic schedule did nothing to disrupt his pace, as 20-year-old Texan led F2 practice, qualified second, and then placed sixth in Saturday’s Sprint Race. He then finished 10th in Sunday’s Feature Race – blasting back from an early penalty with a stunning last-to-first drive before his mandatory pit stop.

“Overall, it was a good weekend,” Crawford said. “Our goal was to finish second in the championship and try to win races. We were definitely the fastest all weekend. It was a shame not to win, but at the end of the day, I’m pretty happy to end my F2 career with second in the championship.”

The DAMS Lucas Oil driver finished the season with four victories – three in Feature Races – with two poles, eight podiums and 17 top-10 finishes, leading more laps than any other driver. He scored six triumphs in his three-year F2 career along with four poles and 19 podiums as he now heads for Formula 1 as the reserve and test driver for Aramco Aston Martin.

“I definitely learned a lot in my F2 career. I definitely developed each season and got better and better,” said Crawford. “I’m at a good level now. I’m happy with all the opportunities I’ve had so far, and I’m super happy to have my role with Aston Martin next year and super happy for the future.”

He opened the weekend by leading the sole practice session of the event. Crawford then was battling for the pole throughout the 30-minute qualifying, setting the fastest lap on four occasions but just missing out on P1 by 0.087-seconds.

“Friday was very good,” he said. “Fastest in practice, then jumping into the F1 car for free practice one, and it went well. Then jumping straight from that into F2 qualifying, and getting second. So it was a pretty good day, overall.”

With the top-10 qualifiers inverted for Saturday’s 23-lap Sprint Race, Crawford was gridded ninth and held that position for the opening 14 laps. He then made three solid passes to move up in the points – breaking a tie for second in the championship standings to gain a three-point advantage.

“It was a decent race, and we were pretty fast,” Crawford said. “I had a bad start, but then I had good speed to come through the pack a little bit at the end. I had good fun – fighting, battling and overtaking. It was a good race.”

Set to start the Feature Race on the front row, a pre-race mistake by the team on the grid cost Crawford a race-changing ten second stop and go penalty.

“There was a mistake putting on the tires, they were swapped on the opposite sides, which is not allowed,” said Crawford. “It wasn’t noticed until after the three-minute mark, so they had to change them back or I would have been disqualified. It was unfortunate to have that happen, for sure. I had to take a 10-second stop-and-go penalty at the start of the race, but luckily, we had the safety car that brought us back into the race.”

Last in the field, Crawford drove through the pack to take the lead with three laps remaining. Starting the race on an alternate strategy – saving the softer tires until the end – he made his mandatory pit stop to change tires with two laps left. Returning to the race in 11th, Crawford took 10th on the final turn of the final lap – setting the fastest race lap in the process.

“I definitely had a lot of fun,” he recalled. “It definitely looked like we had the fastest car out there – which was a good sign. It’s a shame that we weren’t able to fight for the win, because our speed was definitely the best out there for the entire race. It was good to get two more points on the board [on the final lap]. It was definitely unfortunate, but it was one of my best in Formula 2.”

The weekend was a welcome points-gathering one for Crawford, who was left frustrated from the previous event in Qatar, which saw a safety car restart procedure that cost him significant time and track position after the race went back to green before the field had caught the safety car. In both the feature and sprint races, Crawford had made significant progress through the field, but frustratingly did not take points home to show for it.

Crawford will remain in Abu Dhabi for the young drivers test on Tuesday, and then he will get time to visit his family in Texas. He then will return to his new home in Silverstone, England, preparing for the 2026 season.

Exotic Car Transportation: A Guide to Luxury & Supercar Shipping

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Your Ferrari, Lamborghini, or vintage Porsche isn’t just transportation – it’s an investment, a passion, and often an irreplaceable piece of automotive art. When it comes time to move these exceptional vehicles across state lines or even across the country, standard auto transport simply won’t cut it. Exotic car transportation requires a level of expertise, equipment, and attention to detail that is entirely different.

Whether you’re a collector relocating part of your fleet, a buyer receiving a newly purchased supercar, or a snowbird moving your pride and joy between seasonal residences, understanding what separates ordinary car shipping from genuine exotic auto shipping is essential. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to transport high-value vehicles safely.

Exotic Car Shipping Companies – Defining the Standard

Not every auto transport company can handle exotic vehicles, and many that claim they can don’t truly specialize in this niche. The best exotic car shipping companies distinguish themselves through specific qualifications, experience, and service standards that go far beyond moving standard vehicles.

True specialists in exotic car transportation typically have these defining characteristics:

  • Exclusive focus on high-value vehicles. Companies that dedicate themselves solely to exotic, luxury, and classic cars develop deeper expertise than general transporters who occasionally move a nice vehicle. They understand the unique challenges of low ground clearance, wide body kits, and the importance of never adding unnecessary mileage.
  • Proven track record with specific makes and models. The best carriers can point to hundreds or even thousands of successful vehicle transports similar to yours. If you’re shipping a McLaren 720S, you want a company that has transported multiple McLarens and understands their particular requirements.
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage specifically designed for high-value vehicles. Standard carrier insurance maxes out at $100,000 to $250,000, which doesn’t come close to covering a $300,000 supercar. Elite exotic car shipping companies carry policies with coverage limits of $500,000 to $2 million or higher.
  • Impeccable safety ratings and zero recent violations. You can verify any carrier’s safety record on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration website using the carrier’s USDOT number. Companies specializing in exotic vehicles typically maintain spotless records because one mistake can be catastrophically expensive.

The vetting process for selecting an exotic auto shipping provider should be thorough. Don’t rush this decision based solely on price. A few hundred dollars saved isn’t worth risking a vehicle worth hundreds of thousands.

Supercar Transport – Specialized Equipment and Handling

Supercar transport requires equipment and techniques that standard auto carriers simply don’t possess. The physical characteristics of exotic vehicles – extremely low ride height, wide bodies, carbon-fiber components, and often limited ground clearance – demand specialized solutions.

Standard car carriers use ramps and drive vehicles onto trailers. This approach doesn’t work for a Lamborghini Huracán with only 5.5 inches of ground clearance. Companies like Onyx Auto Transport and other professional exotic car transportation specialists use several specialized loading methods:

  • Hydraulic lift gates eliminate the need to drive vehicles up steep ramps. The trailer bed lowers to ground level or near it, allowing the vehicle to drive on with minimal approach angle. This protects front splitters, undercarriage components, and low-hanging exhaust systems from scraping damage.
  • Soft tie-down systems secure vehicles without metal chains or hooks that could damage wheels, suspension components, or chassis. High-end carriers use wheel nets, soft straps with protective sleeves, and anchoring systems specifically designed for exotic vehicles.
  • Climate-controlled enclosed trailers protect vehicles from temperature extremes that can affect paint, interior materials, and even mechanical components. Some supercars have sensitive electronics that perform best within specific temperature ranges.
  • Single-vehicle or dual-vehicle trailers provide the most protection. While some enclosed trailers haul 4-6 vehicles, elite supercar transport typically uses smaller trailers carrying only one or two vehicles. This minimizes any risk of contact with other vehicles.

Luxury Car Transportation – The White-Glove Experience

Luxury car transportation goes beyond just equipment and insurance – it’s about the entire service experience. When you’re entrusting someone with a vehicle worth more than many people’s homes, you deserve communication, transparency, and service that matches your vehicle’s caliber.

The white-glove experience in exotic auto shipping typically includes:

  • Dedicated transport coordinators who handle your shipment from start to finish. You’re not passed between different departments or left wondering who to contact with questions.
  • Real-time GPS tracking lets you monitor your vehicle’s location during transport. Premium carriers provide tracking links or apps that show exactly where your car is at any moment.
  • Direct communication with the driver before pickup and delivery. You can speak directly with the professional who will be transporting your vehicle, discuss specific concerns, and provide access instructions.
  • Concierge-level customer service means calls are answered promptly, emails receive responses within hours, and the company anticipates your needs rather than merely reacting to requests.
  • Post-delivery inspection support provides time to thoroughly inspect your vehicle without pressure. Professional drivers understand that you’ll want to carefully examine your car and compare it to the pre-transport documentation.

Classic Cars Transport – Preserving History and Value

Classic cars transport shares many requirements with modern exotic vehicles, but introduces additional considerations around preserving historical significance and original condition. A numbers-matching 1967 Shelby GT500 requires even more care than a brand-new Ferrari.

Collectors understand that originality is paramount with classic vehicles. Every scratch, every added mile, every mechanical issue potentially impacts value. The best classic cars transport services recognize these unique concerns:

  • Extra attention to fragile components becomes essential with older vehicles. Classic cars may have original chrome that’s irreplaceable, delicate trim pieces that can’t be sourced anymore, or patina that took decades to develop and shouldn’t be disturbed.
  • Understanding of mechanical vulnerabilities in vintage vehicles matters tremendously. Some classics shouldn’t sit in particular positions for extended periods. Others have fuel systems that need preparation before transport.
  • Proper tire pressure management prevents flat-spotting during transit. Classic cars sitting stationary for several days can develop permanent flat spots in the tires if pressure isn’t managed correctly.
  • Appropriate climate control protects vintage interiors, original paint, and mechanical components. Temperature and humidity fluctuations can cause far more damage to a 50-year-old vehicle than to a modern supercar.
  • Documentation that preserves provenance means treating your vehicle’s history with respect. Professional carriers photograph vehicle identification numbers, document original components, and handle your classic with an understanding that they’re transporting automotive history.

When selecting classic cars transport services, prioritize carriers with specific experience in your vehicle’s era and type. Ask about their experience with vehicles similar to yours and request references from other collectors.

Exotic Auto Shipping – The Non-Negotiable: Enclosed Transport

While some people debate whether enclosed transport is necessary for newer standard vehicles, there’s no debate in exotic auto shipping: it’s absolutely non-negotiable. No legitimate specialist would ever recommend open transport for a high-value exotic, luxury, or classic vehicle.

The reasons why exotic car transportation requires enclosed trailers are compelling:

  • Weather protection shields your vehicle from rain, snow, hail, road salt, and other environmental hazards. A single hailstorm during transport could cause tens of thousands of dollars in damage. Climate-controlled enclosed trailers eliminate this risk entirely.
  • Road debris protection prevents damage from rocks, gravel, and debris thrown up by other vehicles. At highway speeds, a small rock can chip paint, crack a windshield, or damage exposed carbon fiber components.
  • Security and discretion keep your vehicle out of sight from potential thieves or vandals. An exotic car visible on an open trailer attracts unwanted attention at every truck stop. Enclosed transport keeps your vehicle secure and anonymous.
  • Temperature stability protects sensitive mechanical and electronic systems. Modern supercars have complex computer systems and components that function optimally within specific temperature ranges.
  • Professional presentation upon delivery matters when you’re receiving a vehicle you may have purchased sight-unseen. A vehicle emerging from an enclosed trailer makes a dramatically better impression than one exposed to weather and road grime.

The best exotic car shipping companies provide transparent, all-inclusive pricing with no surprises. They explain exactly what their service includes, what preparation you need to do before pickup, and what to expect throughout the entire process.

Ultimately, transporting an exotic, luxury, or classic vehicle requires choosing a carrier that treats your car with the same respect and care you do. The right providers understand they’re not just moving expensive machinery – they’re protecting investments, preserving history, and handling vehicles that represent their owners’ dreams and passions. Your exotic car deserves nothing less than the best.

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