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KROGER AND RFK RACING TEAM UP FOR 2025 NASCAR SEASON RFK RACING TO FIELD THIRD CUP SERIES TEAM WITH RYAN PREECE

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Kroger and RFK Racing Team Up for 2025 NASCAR Season

RFK Racing to Field Third Cup Series Team With Ryan Preece

CINCINNATI, OHIO. (November 19, 2024) – Beginning with the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series racing season, Kroger will move its primary sponsorship to Roush Fenway Keselowski (RFK) Racing. In addition, RFK Racing will begin fielding a third Ford Mustang in 2025 with Ryan Preece joining the team to pilot the No. 60. Kroger and nearly 20 brands will appear across the RFK Racing cars of Brad Keselowski, Chris Buescher and Preece throughout the season.

“The Kroger Racing program and collaboration with participating brands has been a successful staple in Kroger’s portfolio for more than a decade,” said Erin Sanchez, vice president of grocery for Kroger. “We’re very excited to be teaming up with RFK Racing and know having three drivers as members of the Kroger Racing Family will be an added benefit for all our brand sponsors involved in the program. The opportunity to utilize multiple drivers in their marketing strategies both in our stores and within their merchandising initiatives is something we’re all looking forward to with the start of the 2025 season.”

Kroger has been a primary sponsor in the NASCAR Cup Series dating back to the 2010 season when it joined JTG Daugherty Racing. During their tenure together, three wins were amassed including the 2023 DAYTONA 500 and this year’s second event at Talladega Superspeedway, both with Ricky Stenhouse Jr. behind the wheel.

“Kroger’s relationship with JTG Daugherty Racing, and most recently, Ricky Stenhouse Jr., have really been something special,” said Brent Cox, director of health and baby care for Kroger. “Everyone at Kroger and all our participating sponsors wish the team and Ricky nothing but the best and thank them for all they’ve done for us over the years. We are excited to continue working with Tad and Jodi Geschickter through their marketing firm, BAM (Brand Activation Maximizer), as we move into this new chapter with RFK Racing. BAM will continue to represent the Kroger Racing program, and we know it’s in good hands with their team.”

RFK Racing will continue to field the No. 6 Mustang for Keselowski and the No. 17 Mustang for Buescher in 2025 along with adding the No. 60 Mustang for Preece. Alongside Kroger, additional sponsorships will be showcased from BuildSubmarines.com, Castrol, Fastenal and many others.

“We’re thrilled to continue our collaboration with Kroger Racing and excited by the new partnership with RFK racing and drivers Brad Keselowski and Chris Buescher,” said Shane Faucet, Senior Vice President-Customers, Bimbo Bakeries USA. “Together, we’re united in our commitment to excellence both on and off the track and look forward to creating more unforgettable moments for fans.”

The 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season is scheduled to kick off with The Clash at Bowman-Gray Stadium in Winston Salem, N.C. on February 2 before the official schedule begins with the DAYTONA 500 on February 16. Announcements regarding the brand joining Kroger on the paint scheme and driver for those events and the season will be made at a later date.

Quotes from Participating Brand Representatives:

“We’ve had so much fun partnering with JTG Racing over the years and we’re excited about the 2025 season,” said Kelley McClellan, brand manager for Kimberly-Clark. “Kimberly-Clark and its’ Cottonelle, Kleenex, Viva and Scott Brands look forward to another exciting year of high-octane racing and unforgettable moments with the NASCAR community.”

“We’re thrilled to continue our collaboration with Kroger Racing and excited by the new partnership with RFK racing and drivers Brad Keselowski and Chris Buescher,” said Shane Faucet, Senior Vice President-Customers, Bimbo Bakeries USA. “Together, we’re united in our commitment to excellence both on and off the track and look forward to creating more unforgettable moments for fans.”

“General Mills is a proud, long-standing partner of Kroger Racing, and we are excited to enter into this new chapter with Kroger and RFK Racing,” said Molly Jagoditz, Kroger Lead, General Mills. “This program continues to bring home the win for us both in-store and at the track, and we can’t wait to see what 2025 brings.”

“We are thrilled to partner with Kroger for our third year of the racing program, which underscores Coca-Cola’s long-standing commitment to excellence and innovation,” said Katie Grabosky, Sr Sales Director, Coca-Cola Kroger Team. “This collaboration provides a unique platform to connect with our passionate consumers and support the dynamic world of motorsports. We look forward to fueling the excitement and camaraderie that racing brings to fans together!”

“We are thrilled for the future of the Kroger Racing program and the new partnership with RFK,” said Adam Clay, Director of Kroger Oscar Mayer and Lunchables. “This program has provided a great opportunity to supply race fans with visibility to some of their racetrack favorites like Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs, Heinz Ketchup, Kraft Mayonnaise, and exciting innovation. We’re looking forward to hitting the track together in February and driving growth both in stores and in victory lane!”

“CELSIUS is thrilled to partner with Kroger Racing and bring ESSENTIAL ENERGY to fans and drivers around the nation,” commented Kyle Watson, CMO at CELSIUS. “This is a great opportunity to further strengthen our relationship with consumers through a synergistic partnership, providing value both in-store and on the track. We look forward to seeing what we accomplish in the 2025 season!”

“Blue Buffalo is proud to partner with the Kroger Racing program and we look forward to this new chapter alongside RFK Racing,” said George DeGrella, Blue Buffalo Director for Grocery and Ecommerce. “The partnership allows us to share our mission of loving, feeding and treating all pets like family with the millions of NASCAR fans who are pet parents. Working alongside Kroger in this program also gives us the opportunity to join the motorsports industry in advancing philanthropic initiatives that are so important to our brand’s purpose.”

“We are thrilled to continue our strategic partnership with the Kroger Racing team,” said Brad Olsen, Vice President of Marketing, Tree Top. “This collaboration, along with the recent launch of our new online store, helps us to continue to expand Tree Top’s consumer reach and increase our brand presence nationwide. Together, we’ve enjoyed the sweetness of success both on and off the track, and we look forward to building on that momentum during the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series season.”

“Just like the passion and sense of community that racing fans share, pizza also has the power to spark togetherness and bring excitement to our lives,” said Roger Galloway, Senior Director of Brand Marketing for Schwan’s Consumer Brands. “At Red Baron®, we are the No. 1 frozen pizza in the U.S. for a reason. Our delicious pizzas, which include favorites like Classic Crust and Deep Dish Singles, are the perfect addition to any moment worth celebrating. We are thrilled to join Kroger in this partnership with NASCAR and be the go-to pizza for race day.”

“As a leading Brand in the allergy space, Allegra is committed to help allergy sufferers to live their life to the fullest and not let their allergies get in the way,” said Samuel Morisse, Allegra US Zone Brand Head. “Allegra not only delivers effective and fast relief but also leverages its unique Science to not affect the brain, leading to no sensation of drowsiness. This is why, Allegra is excited to partner with the Kroger Racing and the RFK Racing team this upcoming season. This partnership allows us to connect with NASCAR’s passionate fan base, drivers and demonstrate our commitment to helping people live their life free from allergies, so they can focus fully focus on the moments that matter, from cheering their favorite driver and teams in NASCAR.”

About RFK Racing:
RFK Racing, in its 38th season in 2025, features an ownership lineup pairing one of the sport’s most iconic names, Jack Roush, along with NASCAR Champion, Brad Keselowski, and Fenway Sports Group owner John Henry. Roush initially founded the team in 1988 and it has since become one of the most successful racing operations in the world, propelling him to be the first NASCAR owner to amass three hundred wins and capturing eight championships, including back-to-back NASCAR Cup titles in 2003 and 2004. Keselowski, a former owner in the NASCAR Truck Series, is the 2012 NASCAR Cup Series Champion. In 2007, Roush partnered with Henry, who also owns Major League Baseball’s Boston Red Sox, English Premier League’s Liverpool F.C., and the NHL’s Pittsburgh Penguins, to form Roush Fenway Racing. Off the track, RFK is a leader and proven winner in NASCAR marketing solutions, having produced multiple award-winning social media, digital content and experiential marketing campaigns. Visit rfkracing.com, and follow the team on all social platforms @rfkracing.

TONY STEWART NAMED 2024 NHRA ROOKIE OF THE YEAR

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TEMECULA, Calif. (Nov. 18, 2024) – In one of the closest races in recent history, Top Fuel driver and motorsports legend Tony Stewart was named the 2024 NHRA Rookie of the Year in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.

Stewart was awarded Rookie of the Year honors Monday at the NHRA awards ceremony at the Pechanga Resort Casino. He was part of a standout field and a hotly-contested race that included Brandon Foster, Richard Gadson, Derrick Reese, Jasmine Salinas, Sienna Wildgust, Daniel Wilkerson and Ida Zetterstrom.

“It’s a big honor to win this award this season,” Stewart said. “There are some great drivers in the NHRA and it’s one of the most diverse forms of motorsports I’ve been a part of. I’ve had a really good time working with the series this season to promote and continue to grow the sport.”

Making his Top Fuel debut in 2024, Stewart advanced to a pair of final rounds, four semifinals, a berth in the Countdown to the Championship and a ninth-place finish in Top Fuel points. Stewart took over driving duties for his wife, Top Fuel standout Leah Pruett, this year as the couple focused on starting a family.

Pruett gave birth to the couple’s first child, Dominic James Stewart, early Sunday morning, as Stewart then traveled back to Pomona to compete at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals that same day. He advanced to the semifinals to close out the NHRA season, one that also included a career-best run of 3.688-seconds at 334.73-mph in his 11,000-horsepower dragster.

Stewart is one of motorsports’ most accomplished stars, winning championships in both NASCAR and IndyCar. He formed the two-car Tony Stewart Racing NHRA team in 2022 and raced in the Top Alcohol Dragster ranks in the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series sportsman ranks before moving to Top Fuel in 2024.

“It was an honor to be part of this group this year,” said Stewart, a NASCAR Hall of Famer. “The two main coaches I had were Matt Hagan and my wife, Leah. Thank you Leah for giving me this opportunity and I want to thank everyone at NHRA. It’s been a blast this year.”

Pro Stock Motorcycle rising star Richard Gadson finished third in points in the two-wheeled category, advancing to a trio of final rounds and four semifinals. Gadson also won a Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge race.

Salinas and Zetterstrom both made impressive Top Fuel debuts during the 2024 season, showing their potential to become major stars in the sport. Salinas, who took over driving for her father, Mike, had three round wins, dipping into the 3.60s for the first time at the finale in Pomona. Zetterstrom, the 2023 European Top Fuel world champion, made her NHRA debut in Brainerd, competing in the last eight races of 2024 and picking up three round wins as well.

Wilkerson took over for his father and longtime standout, Tim Wilkerson, in the Funny Car ranks, advancing to the final round at the Charlotte 4-Wide race. He finished seventh in points and also advanced to three semifinals.

Pro Stock drivers Foster, Reese and Wildgust also took to the track in the very competitive class.

Last season, Chase Van Sant was named the 2023 Rookie of the Year. Other recent winners include Pro Stock’s Camrie Caruso in 2022 and Dallas Glenn in 2021, Top Fuel’s Justin Ashley in 2020 and Austin Prock in 2019. Prock won his first world championship in Funny Car in 2024.

The NHRA Rookie of the Year award recognizes the top rookie competitor who also represents the future of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series. The nation’s leading auto racing journalists select the winner through a voting system based on the following criteria: number of events competed in, performance on and off the racetrack, participation in NHRA promotions, and relationships with fans, sponsors, and media.

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 presented by LearnEV+, NHRA Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown™, NHRA Holley EFI Factory X, Pingel Top Fuel Motorcycle and Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage NHRA Mountain Motor Pro Stock at select national events. NHRA provides competition opportunities for drivers of all levels in the NHRA Summit Racing Series and NHRA Street Legal™. NHRA also offers the NHRA Jr. Street® program for teens and the Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League® for youth ages 5 to 17. With 110 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.

Toyota Wins First NHRA Manufacturers Cup

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Takes home manufacturer championship in 23rd season of NHRA racing

PLANO, Texas (Nov. 19, 2024) – For the first time in its 23 seasons of NHRA competition, Toyota has won the NHRA Manufacturers Cup. The 2024 season was the first time NHRA included the Top Fuel category in its distinctions for the Manufacturers Cup, to which Toyota’s resounding success in Top Fuel this year, along with its achievements in Funny Car, led to its first-ever season triumph.

2024 was another astounding year for Toyota in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, where the manufacturer captured 16 victories in 20 NHRA events across the Top Fuel and Funny Car categories. At least one Toyota supported entry made the final round in every NHRA event this season and the brand has been represented in the final round in 43 consecutive races. Additionally, Toyota won its second consecutive Top Fuel driver’s championship, and eighth overall, with Antron Brown this season.

“The 2024 NHRA season has been storybook for Toyota and to complete it with our first NHRA Manufacturers Cup is icing on the cake,” said Paul Doleshal, Group Manager, motorsports, Toyota Motor North America (TMNA). “None of this would’ve been possible without the incredible efforts of our partner teams, drivers, our engineers at TRD and so many others this season, and we’re proud to celebrate with all involved. This championship is another tremendous accomplishment in Toyota’s motorsports history and one we’ll be sure to cherish for a long time.”

Toyota supports six teams across NHRA’s Top Fuel and Funny Car categories, including Kalitta Motorsports, Torrence Racing, AB Motorsports, SCAG Racing’s Top Fuel program, Ron Capps Motorsports and DC Motorsports. Toyota drivers who were victorious during the 2024 season include: Antron Brown (six wins), Justin Ashley (four wins), Doug Kalitta (three wins), Shawn Langdon (two wins), Steve Torrence (one win) and J.R. Todd (one win). Toyota drivers also captured 11 No. 1 qualifying positions throughout the season.

Toyota first entered NHRA drag racing in 2002 and has won eight Top Fuel and four Funny Car world championships with its supporting teams over its tenure. In Top Fuel, Toyota has won championships with Antron Brown (2024, 2016, 2015 and 2012), Doug Kalitta (2023), Shawn Langdon (2013), Del Worsham (2011) and Larry Dixon (2010). Toyota has captured Funny Car world championships with Ron Capps (2022), J.R. Todd (2018), Del Worsham (2015) and Cruz Pedregon (2008).

About Toyota

Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in North America for more than 65 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our more than 1,800 dealerships.

Toyota directly employs nearly 64,000 people in North America who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of nearly 47 million cars and trucks at our 14 manufacturing plants. In 2025, Toyota’s plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, Toyota currently offers 30 electrified options.

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

2024 NHRA MISSION FOODS DRAG RACING SERIES CHAMPIONS HONORED AT ANNUAL AWARDS CEREMONY

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TEMECULA, Calif. (Nov. 18, 2024) – First-time world champion Austin Prock was honored Monday evening, along with multi-time world champs Antron Brown, Greg Anderson and Gaige Herrera during the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series awards ceremony at the Pechanga Resort Casino in scenic Southern California Wine Country.

The four standout competitors were crowned for their incredible achievements over the course of the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season and awarded their trophies for their championship runs during a memorable Countdown to the Championship playoffs.

After a record-breaking year in his rookie Funny Car season, Prock secured his first world championship on Saturday following qualifying at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals at the historic In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip. Prock entered Pomona with a 188-point lead over his John Force Racing teammate Jack Beckman, who was racing for 16-time champion John Force. With the completion of qualifying at Pomona, Prock’s first world championship was a lock for his Cornwell Tools Chevrolet Camaro SS Funny Car team. Throughout the season, Prock was nearly unstoppable and collected eight event wins, including three in the Countdown to the Championship playoffs, as well as 15 No. 1 qualifier positions, the most in Funny Car history. He then powered to NHRA’s fastest-ever pass on Sunday in Pomona when he clocked a 341.68 mph run, giving Prock the status of fastest driver in NHRA history.

Brown secured his fourth world championship on Sunday following his semifinal victory over former champion Brittany Force. His Matco Tools Toyota Top Fuel team then went on to win the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals over 2023 champion Doug Kalitta. Brown picked up six wins in 2024, tallying 80 career wins throughout his NHRA tenure. He kicked off his 2024 season with a win at the specialty Pep Boys NHRA Top Fuel All-Star Callout race at the Gatornationals in Gainesville. He went onto win in Chicago and Sonoma as well as three wins in the Countdown to the Championship playoffs. With this world title, Brown joins an elite group of drivers including Tony Schumacher, Joe Amato and Steve Torrence with four or more Top Fuel championships.

The Pro Stock championship battle came down to the final pass of the 2024 season with a winner-take-all matchup between Anderson and his KB Titan Racing teammate Dallas Glenn, with Anderson coming away with his sixth world championship in his HendrickCars.com Chevrolet Camaro. Throughout the 2024 season, Anderson remained consistent, staying within the top four all year. He picked up a win early at the Arizona Nationals at Firebird Motorsports Park and then went on to win at his home track at zMAX Dragway in Charlotte. He picked up back-to-back final round appearances in the Countdown in Dallas and Las Vegas, before taking home his third win of the year at the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals. The NHRA veteran earned his 106th win on Sunday and his 15th at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.

For a second straight year, Herrera dominated the Pro Stock Motorcycle class en route to his second consecutive world championship. Rider of the RevZilla/Mission Foods/Vance & Hines Suzuki, Herrera powered his way to 10 event wins throughout the 2024 season, including the prestigious NHRA U.S. Nationals as well as three wins in the playoffs. Herrera also broke NHRA’s most consecutive race win record by getting victories in 11 straight races, dating back to the 2023 campaign.

In one of the closest races in recent history, Top Fuel’s Tony Stewart was named NHRA Rookie of the Year after a strong first season. The motorsports legend advanced to a pair of final rounds, four semifinals, a berth in the Countdown to the Championship and a ninth-place finish in Top Fuel points. Pro Stock Motorcycle’s Richard Gadson, Top Fuel’s Jasmine Salinas, Funny Car’s Daniel Wilkerson and Top Fuel’s Ida Zetterstrom also received votes in the hotly-contest race.

The Crew of the Year awarded was given to a team in each professional category and was based on a number of statistical categories, including average qualifying position, average eliminations E.T., speed index, average points per race and oildowns. In Top Fuel, the Scag Power Equipment racing team of Justin Ashley earned the award for the first time, while Prock’s JFR team was named the top crew in Funny Car.

The team of six-time champ Anderson earned the award in Pro Stock, while the Vance & Hines team for Herrera took home the honors in Pro Stock Motorcycle for the second straight year as well.

The NHRA also recognized a pair of iconic figures for its Lifetime Achievement Award, including 2023 recipient Forrest Lucas, as well as Jim Dunn, who was acknowledged as the 2024 recipient.

For the first time in NHRA history, Toyota won the NHRA’s Manufacturers Cup. The award is given to the automaker whose current model year vehicles accumulate the most points during the NHRA season. Among those who enjoyed banner seasons for Toyota were Top Fuel standouts Brown, Doug Kalitta, Ashley, Shawn Langdon, Billy Torrence and Steve Torrence, and Funny Car stars Ron Capps, J.R. Todd and Alexis DeJoria.

Drivers in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series were also recognized as 2024 world champions, including Cody Webber (Top Dragster), Allen Firestone (Top Sportsman), Val Torres (Super Gas), Colby Fuller (Super Comp), Joe Sorensen (Stock), Jimmy Hidalgo Jr. (Super Stock), Cody Lane (Comp), Sean Bellemeur (Top Alcohol Funny Car) and Shawn Cowie (Top Alcohol Dragster).

The 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series begins March 6-9 with the 56th annual NHRA Gatornationals at legendary Gainesville Raceway.

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 presented by LearnEV+, NHRA Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown™, NHRA Holley EFI Factory X, Pingel Top Fuel Motorcycle and Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage NHRA Mountain Motor Pro Stock at select national events. NHRA provides competition opportunities for drivers of all levels in the NHRA Summit Racing Series and NHRA Street Legal™. NHRA also offers the NHRA Jr. Street® program for teens and the Summit Racing Jr. Drag Racing League® for youth ages 5 to 17. With 110 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.

How To Tell If A Toto Site Is Safe?

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Betting online can be an exciting experience, especially if you have a safe platform. Those who have been betting for years must be familiar with Toto Sites. These online platforms are better than other betting sites because of their safety features.

The best thing about a toto site is its strict verification process. To start betting on the platform, you must first verify your identity. The site won’t allow you to start your journey unless you finish this step. These sites also have strong security features like SSL encryption, firewall protection, and more. This takes the concept of Toto Site Safety to the next level.

If you are new to betting, it may be difficult for you to tell which site is safe and which is not. To help you out, we have provided a detailed guide in the lines below.

What Are Toto Sites?

To put it simply, toto sites are online platforms that allow you to bet on various sports events. On a toto site, you will find many sports to place your bets. Some popular sports on toto sites include baseball, basketball, and soccer.

Toto sites first gained popularity in South Korea. But now, they are available in all major countries, including the West. The good thing about these sites is that you can access them anytime and anywhere. For those who are interested in online betting, they can choose a toto site and start betting in a safe environment.

Why does Site Selection Matter?

The selection of a toto site plays a big role in influencing your overall betting experience. When you sign up on a reputable platform, you know you are in a safe space. However, if the site looks shady and lacks a proper verification process, it can be a problem.

Whether you are an experienced bettor or a beginner, you need to be careful when selecting a toto site. Since you will bet using real money, you need a site that protects both your data and transactions. 

To be sure that you are making the right choice, you should always check the site’s ratings and reviews given by other bettors. This tells you a lot about the site that you wouldn’t have known otherwise.

What Security Features To Look For In A Toto Site?

Choosing a toto site can feel overwhelming, especially if it is your first time. But to make things easier, you should pay attention to the site’s security features. This way you can figure out if a site is good enough to join or not.

A reputable Toto site will have strong security features like SSL encryption to protect players’ data. In case, the site you have chosen doesn’t have this feature, it’s better to avoid it. That’s because the site could be a scam or fraud. So, it’s better to stay away from it.

The best way to tell if a toto site is safe is to check their encryption technology. If they have clear protocols to protect financial and personal information, the site is safe to use. As a bettor, you should know these things, so you can pick the right site for yourself.

You must also check if the site is licensed. It is recommended to select a site that is regulated by a well-known authority and follows industry standards. You should not complete the registration process unless you get these things from a toto site.

Tips To Choose A Safe Toto Site

If you are struggling to choose a toto site, we have some helpful tips. Take a look at the pointers given below.

  • Considering the site’s reputation before signing up on the platform would be best. You should check the site’s online reviews and ratings to do this.
  • For a safe betting experience, you should select a licensed platform.
  • Make sure that the toto site has a proper verification process.
  • You should pick a site that has the necessary security features.
  • It is better to select a site that offers 24/7 customer support service to players.

Final Words

Toto sites similar to coop.cx are a great way to start online betting. Once you find a safe and secure platform, you can choose your favorite sport to bet on. A good toto site protects your data and provides an enhanced betting experience.

How Toto Sites Enhance Your Online Betting Experience?

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Online betting is one of the most popular activities for gamblers. It offers excitement and big wins, which draws millions of bettors into the betting landscape.

At any given time, you will find countless platforms that offer betting opportunities to gamblers. Now, the problem is, not all those sites are safe to use. You can fall victim to a fraud site if you are not careful about choosing the right platform.

This is where Toto sites enter the scene. In comparison to other platforms, toto sites are much safer and offer an enhanced gambling experience. Whether you are a seasoned bettor or a beginner, toto sites are suitable for all types of players.

What Are Toto Sites?

To put it simply, to sites provide the opportunity to bet on various sports events. Unlike other gambling platforms, toto sites have a strict verification process to check the identity of players.

With a total site, you can navigate the betting landscape and bet on your favorite sports. The good thing about these sites is that they help avoid fraud and scams. Due to this reason, toto sites have become a popular choice among bettors.

Toto safety sites connect users with betting platforms so they can gamble whenever they like. Also, they don’t have to worry about their safety as toto sites are safer than other betting platforms.

How Toto Sites Are A Better Choice?

Toto sites were introduced to provide bettors with a safe space to gamble. These sites are backed by strong security features which make them safe and convenient to gamble. Players choose toto sites over other platforms because it helps enhance their gambling experience.

  • Promotes Fair Play

One of the best things about toto sites is that they promote fair play. In other words, they don’t manipulate or rig their games. Instead, they use an RNG (random number generator) system to ensure fair play and adhere to the industry rules. Well, this is what makes toto sites different from other gambling platforms. By choosing a toto site, you can bet on your preferred sport and get a legit chance at winning.

  • Ensures Safety and Security

As mentioned before, toto sites are equipped with robust security features which make them safe to use. With a toto site, you don’t have to worry about your financial and personal information getting stolen. These sites have SSL encryption and firewall protection that prevents third parties from accessing your details. Not only that, but toto sites also provide secure payment methods, so you can carry out transactions safely. It is because of these reasons; toto sites have become a preferred choice among gamblers.

  • Highlight Bonuses and Promotions

Another good thing about toto sites is that they highlight bonuses and promotions available on gambling platforms. This makes it easy for gamblers to spot the different offers like free bets, welcome bonuses, or special promotions. By signing up on a toto site, you can take advantage of these bonuses and enhance your gambling experience.

  • Saves Time and Effort

Finding a trustworthy betting site takes a lot of time, especially if you have no one to help. But you can sort this issue by using a toto site. With the help of a toto site, you can create a list of trusted and verified platforms. This can save you both time and effort. Plus, you get to gamble on a safe website.

Toto sites have existed for many years. Whether you want to gamble for money or fun, you can use a toto site to enhance your experience. The best thing is that toto sites are safe and secure.

Source: https://rewritingthefuture.org

Bobby Allison – A legacy of victory, challenges, and resilience

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Bobby Allison left an indelible mark on motorsports before his passing at the age of 86. His life was defined by extraordinary success as well as heartbreaking tragedy. Throughout it all, he never wavered from his commitment to the sport he loved and his gratitude for the fans who supported him.

Allison is often regarded as one of the sport’s greatest drivers in NASCAR. Allison was born on December 3, 1937, in Miami, Florida. From 1961 through 1988, he became a key figure in the development and popularity of stock car racing, known now as NASCAR. He was also the founder of the legendary “Alabama Gang,” along with his brother Donnie and Red Farmer. Later, they were joined by Neil Bonnett and Allison’s sons, Davey and Clifford, raising the bar for regional racers and setting the standard for success in NASCAR’s elite series.

2011 NASCAR Hall of Fame (HOF)

Allison was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2011 and is widely respected for his skill, consistency, and competitive spirit and is known as one of NASCAR’s most beloved former competitors. In 1988, he was named one of NASCAR’s “50 Greatest Drivers”.

Allison Finally Got His Win

Bobby Allison
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On October 23, 2024, Bobby Allison was officially recognized as the 1971 Myers Brothers Memorial winner at Bowman Gray Stadium on August 6, 1971. After this, the NASCAR record books were updated to reflect Allison’s sole possession of fourth place on the all-time Cup Series wins list with 85 wins. The update placed him above Darrell Waltrip on the all-time wins list, and Allison now trails fellow NASCAR Hall of Famers Richard Petty (200), David Pearson (105), and Jeff Gordon (93).

“For 53 years, the Myers Brothers Memorial was the only race run by NASCAR that did not have an official winner,” said Jim France, NASCAR chairman and CEO. “As we began preparations for the upcoming Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium, the topic of that August 6, 1971 race returned to the forefront. We felt it was the right thing to officially recognize Bobby’s win and honor him as an 85-time NASCAR Cup Series winner. We are grateful for Bobby’s lifetime contributions to NASCAR.”

Racing Highlights

Allison won in 1974 at the Daytona International Speedway Road Couse in his NASCAR Modified Division Coca-Cola Chevrolet Camaro, holding off Tiny Lund. The following year, on Lap 21 of the 52-lap race (200 miles), he experienced engine problems and finished 27th, as Merv Treichler won. In 1976, at the event’s final race, Allison beat Treichler and added his name to the winner’s list.

“The Camaro was one that was built out of my shop in Hueytown (Ala.),” said Allison, who also showed his road-course prowess in the NASCAR Cup Series by winning six events. “I had become fond of the road courses. I built that Hornet to Grand American (series) rules at the time. It was versatile enough that I could also run it in USAC races.”

Talladega Superspeedway Chairman Grant Lynch (left) and four-time Talladega winner and leader of the famed “Alabama Gang” Bobby Allison kicked off Phase II of Transformation –The Talladega Superspeedway Infield Project presented by Graybar by ripping up some of the checkered concrete floor of Gatorade Victory Lane.

Tore up Victory Lane at Talladega

In the 1986 spring race at Talladega Superspeedway, Allison took the checkered flag and went to Gatorade Victory Lane. In May of 2019, the famed “Alabama Gang” leader came back to the track’s current winner’s circle, the one he christened with that 1986 victory, to tear it down. With track Chairman Grant Lynch waving the green flag, Allison climbed aboard the cockpit of a backhoe and used its scoop to begin ripping up the checkered concrete floor that Allison celebrated 33 years earlier.

“That was a good day for sure,” remembers Allison, who held off the quartet of Dale Earnhardt, Buddy Baker, Bobby Hillin Jr., and Phil Parsons as he claimed his final Talladega win. “Any time you could beat Dale and Buddy at Talladega, you stood proud, and the fact we got to go to what was then the new Victory Lane; it meant something.”

Couldn’t Find Victory Lane at Martinsville

Allison drove his first race at Martinsville Speedway on April 24, 1966, and he finished seventh in a Ford fielded by team owner Betty Lilly. It was an impressive showing at the half-mile track, and there was no reason to think he couldn’t improve his position enough to find victory lane eventually. Surprisingly, that win never came. Through 22 years, he led 2,192 laps on the famed Virginia short track and finished second seven times but could never collect the top prize.

“For me, Martinsville Speedway was incredibly difficult and I could just never win there,” Allison said.

Key Career Highlights

Allison is a five-time NASCAR champion, having won the Cup Series title in 1983, the Modified Division in 1964 and 1965, and the Modified Special Division in 1962 and 1963.

He was voted national Driver of the Year after winning 10 races, claiming 12 second-place finishes and 11 poles, including a record five straight in 1972, and finished second to Richard Petty in the series championship standings.

He won the Daytona 500 in 1978, 1982, and 1988. One of the most memorable moments is when he held off his son and fellow NASCAR Hall of Famer Davey Allison for his final career victory at Daytona in 1988.

“What a thrill for me,” Bobby Allison said after a third Daytona 500 victory that would be the last of his 85 career wins. “My parents were a real inspiration for me, and now I’m racing against my son. It was a great race, and Davey did such a good job. He drove the wheels off that car all day. He’s a fine young man and fine competitor. I’m proud to say he belongs to me and Judy.”

He became the first driver to win 80 NASCAR Cup races and was a key figure in developing the superspeedway racing style, especially at tracks like Daytona and Talladega.

Rivalries and Iconic Moments

Allison was involved in some of NASCAR’s most iconic rivalries, notably with drivers like Cale Yarborough, Darrell Waltrip, and his brother, Donnie Allison.  One of the most memorable moments of his career came during the 1979 Daytona 500 when a dramatic on-track altercation with Cale Yarborough after a crash became one of the defining moments of NASCAR’s rise to the national spotlights.

The “Alabama Gang”

Bobby Allison was a central figure in the “Alabama Gang,” a group of talented drivers from Alabama, including his brother Donnie Allison and friend Red Farmer. This group became synonymous with success in NASCAR during the 1970s and 1980s and played a pivotal role in NASCAR’s growth.

Bobby and Donnie Allison served as Grand Marshals and Honorary Starters for the Hellmann’s 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race in October 2016 at Talladega Superspeedway.  Bobby delivered those most famous words in motorsports, “Drivers, Start Your Engines,” while Donnie showed the green flag to the field.

Retirement and the Legacy

Bobby Allison is known for his thoughtful approach to racing, his technical knowledge of cars, and his dedication to the sport, which has helped shape the future of NASCAR. His popularity extended to his role as an innovator. He contributed to advancements in the sport, including developing power steering and spotter radio communications.

Allison’s career spanned over three decades, and he became a popular ambassador for NASCAR, frequently participating in events and mentoring younger drivers.  His induction into the NASCAR Hall of Fame solidified his status as one of the sport’s all-time greats, and he remains a beloved figure among racing fans.

Despite declining health in his later years, Allison remained a beloved figure to his fans and NASCAR. He was supported by his daughters, Bonnie and Carrie, and a close network of friends and fans who visited him in Mooresville, North Carolina.

A Fan’s Champion

Throughout his career and retirement, Allison was revered by fans, and he loved engaging with them, signing autographs, and sharing stories.

His family issued a statement after the sad news, saying, “Bobby was the ultimate fan’s driver. He thoroughly enjoyed spending time with his fans and would stop to sign autographs and have conversations with them everywhere he went. He was a dedicated family man and friend, and a devout Catholic.”

His popularity extended to his role as an innovator. He contributed to advancements in the sport, including developing power steering and spotter radio communications.

Farewell to a Legend

Bobby Allison personified the term “racer.” He was a trailblazer, a fighter, and an inspiration who never backed down. As NASCAR Chairman Jim France said, “Though he is best known as one of the winningest drivers in NASCAR Cup Series history, his impact on the sport extends far beyond the record books.”

Allison’s legacy will live on through every fan he inspired and every driver he influenced. His remarkable spirit will always be a part of NASCAR, and his absence will be deeply felt. The sport will never be the same without him.

TANNER GRAY BACK FOR SIXTH TRUCK SEASON

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Veteran Driver Staying Put in No. 15 Tundra

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (November 18, 2024) – TRICON Garage (TRICON) has confirmed its second returning driver for 2025 as Tanner Gray will be back for his sixth full-time season as the driver of the No. 15 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro.

“TRICON has become a second home to me, and I am looking forward to another year as the driver of the 15,” said Gray. “I feel like we have some unfinished business after this past season, and I am as motivated as ever to compete in the postseason in 2025.”

Gray’s fifth season in the series was highlighted by five-top ten finishes and a career-best 13th-place finish in the 2024 Truck standings. The 25-year-old earned his second consecutive pole at Charlotte Motor Speedway in May and led laps in four races with a season-high of 19 at World Wide Technology Raceway in Madison, IL. In addition to his Truck series obligations, Gray contested six ARCA Menards Series events with Toyota powerhouse Joe Gibbs Racing and captured victories at Charlotte and Kansas.

“We are excited to have Tanner back with us for another season. He is a foundational member of our team, and we are eager to continue to grow our organization alongside he and Corey,” said David Gilliland, partner, TRICON Garage. “I am very pleased with the progress we are making at TRICON and look forward to continuing our pursuit of new milestones.”

The remainder of the 2025 TRICON driver lineup and crew chief pairings will be announced in the coming weeks.

About TRICON Garage

TRICON Garage is a professional racing organization fielding five full-time NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series entries. Serving as the flagship Truck Series partner of Toyota Racing Development, the team plays an integral role in the NASCAR development ladder. Headquartered in Mooresville, North Carolina, TRICON has quickly established itself as the premier home for cultivating the next generation of motorsports industry professionals. Actively involved in three different industries – racing, fabrication and transportation, the team operates out of three buildings totaling 60,000 square feet.

Tanner Gray remaining at TRICON Garage for 2025 Truck season

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Tanner Gray will be returning for a sixth consecutive full-time campaign in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series division with TRICON Garage in 2025.

The news comes as the 25-year-old Gray from Artesia, New Mexico, is coming off his fifth campaign as a driver of the No. 15 TRICON Garage Toyota Tundra TRD Pro entry in the Truck circuit. Through 23-scheduled events in 2024, Gray notched his second career pole at Charlotte Motor Speedway in May, a total of five top-10 results and career-high stats in laps led (35) and average-finishing result (15.7). Despite missing the 2024 Playoffs, Gray achieved a career-best 13th-place result in the final standings. He also surpassed 100 career starts in the Truck Series.

“TRICON has become a second home to me, and I am looking forward to another year as the driver of the 15,” Gray said in a released statement. “I feel like we have some unfinished business after this past season, and I am as motivated as ever to compete in the postseason in 2025.”

Gray, the 2018 NHRA Pro Stock champion, made his first three Truck Series career starts during the final three events of the 2019 season with TRICON, which competed at DGR-Crosley then. Since 2020, he competed as a full-time competitor with the organization that rebranded to David Gilliland Racing from 2021-22 and currently under the TRICON banner since 2023. After notching a career-high four top-five results and eight top-10 results before settling in 14th place in the final standings in 2020, Gray achieved his first career pole at Charlotte in May 2023. During the 2023 season, he would proceed to notch three top-five results, six top-10 results and 26 laps led before finishing in 14th place in the standings for a second time.

In addition to being a full-time Truck Series competitor, Gray has made a total of 21 starts in the ARCA Menards Series division. This past season, Gray made six starts with Joe Gibbs Racing and achieved his first two career victories (Charlotte in May and Kansas Speedway in September).

Through 117 previous Truck Series starts, Gray has achieved a total of two poles, 10 top-five results, 27 top-10 results, 81 laps led and an average-finishing result of 17.7 as he continues to strive for both his first series victory and Playoff appearance.

“We are excited to have Tanner back with us for another season,” David Gilliland, team owner of TRICON Garage, added. “He is a foundational member of our team, and we are eager to continue to grow our organization alongside he and Corey [Heim]. I am very pleased with the progress we are making at TRICON and look forward to continuing our pursuit of new milestones.”

Currently, Tanner Gray and Corey Heim comprise TRICON’s 2025 Truck Series driver lineup with the rest, including crew chief details, to be determined at a later date.

With his plans for next season set, Tanner Gray’s 2025 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series season is set to commence at Daytona International Speedway. The event is scheduled to occur on February 14, 2025, and air at 7:30 p.m. ET on FS1.

LEGACY MOTOR CLUB Partners with Newmar, A Leading RV Manufacturer, As Official Luxury Motor Coach Provider

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NAPPANEE, I.N./ STATESVILLE, N.C. (November 18, 2024) – LEGACY MOTOR CLUB today announced that Newmar Corporation, a premium manufacturer of luxury recreational vehicles and fully-owned subsidiary of Winnebago Industries (NYSE: WGO) has been named the official luxury motor coach provider of the CLUB in a new one-year partnership.

For more than 50 years, Newmar has manufactured recreational vehicles that are the pinnacle of luxury, comfort, performance and design, giving their customers an unrivaled luxury outdoor experience. Now, LEGACY M.C. teammates and guests will have access to an elevated race-day experience with a new, custom-built King Aire coach designed specifically for the hospitality and corporate needs of the team. This 45-foot RV will feature a full custom graphics package in the CLUB’s black, gold, and white color pallet and will travel to 20-plus events in the 2025 NASCAR Cup Series, providing a space for entertainment and trackside hosting.

“Like LEGACY M.C., Newmar has a rich tradition of performance and a deep commitment to excellence,” said Newmar President Casey Tubman. “We are thrilled to partner with the team, building on our shared values while celebrating the past and future legacies of our companies. We cannot thank Cal, Jimmie and team enough for the warm welcome into the LEGACY family and look forward to an amazing 2025.”

The new Newmar coach will provide LEGACY M.C. with a guest experience solution that will set it apart from typical at-race entertainment of the past. Designed to fit LEGACY M.C.’s specifications and need to double as an entertainment space and office meeting area, Newmar once again proves itself to be the most customizable production coach on the market today, able to take on any challenge to create the ultimate home away from home.

“Having been involved in motorsport for close to 50 years I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to work within the Formula One, IndyCar, off-road, sports car, and NASCAR spaces,” said Cal Wells III, chief executive officer of LEGACY M.C. “In each discipline our operations were critically affected by having a connected space that provides a quality environment for everything from engineering processes to hospitality. LEGACY M.C.’s new partnership with Newmar will provide an extraordinary platform to conduct all aspects of our motorsports business. We are so excited to have them aboard.”

Additionally, LEGACY M.C. will utilize this fully customized corporate coach for its at-track engineering meeting place and commercial operations activities and meetings, allowing the CLUB members to stay connected to the core product both on and off the track.

“Our team takes great pride in every build, from our superior quality to the wood craftsmanship we are known for,” said Tubman. “We know what it takes to deliver a luxurious home away from home and are eager to bring that experience to the track this season.”

LEGACY M.C. team will take ownership of their 45-foot 2025 Newmar King Aire in early February, and it will debut for partners and guests of the CLUB at the 2025 DAYTONA 500.

About Newmar

Newmar is a leading RV manufacturer with a half-century tradition of building luxury motor coaches with superior craftsmanship and unsurpassed quality. Newmar offers an industry-leading portfolio of premium motorhomes in the Class A Diesel, Class A Gas and Super C categories sold through a nationwide dealer network in the US and Canada. Newmar owners have come to recognize “the Newmar Difference” with outstanding customer service and superior product quality. Newmar is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Winnebago Industries (NYSE: WGO), a leading manufacturer of outdoor lifestyle products. For more information, visit NewmarCorp.com.

About Winnebago Industries

Winnebago Industries, Inc. is a leading North American manufacturer of outdoor lifestyle products under the Winnebago, Grand Design, Chris-Craft, Newmar and Barletta brands, which are used primarily in leisure travel and outdoor recreation activities. The Company builds high-quality motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth-wheel products, outboard and sterndrive powerboats, pontoons, and commercial community outreach vehicles. Committed to advancing sustainable innovation and leveraging vertical integration in key component areas, Winnebago Industries has multiple facilities in Iowa, Indiana, Minnesota, and Florida. The Company’s common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and traded under the symbol WGO. For access to Winnebago Industries’ investor relations materials visit www.winnebagoind.com/investors.

About LEGACY MOTOR CLUB

LEGACY MOTOR CLUB is a professional auto racing club owned by businessman and entrepreneur Maurice “Maury” J. Gallagher and seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson. The CLUB competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series fielding the No. 42 Toyota Camry XSE of John Hunter Nemechek, the No. 43 Toyota Camry XSE of Erik Jones, and the No. 84 limited schedule entry for Johnson. LEGACY M.C. also competes in the Extreme E Series. Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and NASCAR Hall of Famer Richard Petty “The King” serves as CLUB Ambassador. With a unique title signifying a nod to car clubs of past eras, LEGACY M.C. is an inclusive club for all motorsport enthusiasts to celebrate the past and future legacies of its members, while competing for wins and championships at NASCAR’s elite level. To keep up-to-date with the latest news, information and exclusive content, follow LEGACY MOTOR CLUB™ on Facebook, X, Instagram and at www.LEGACYMOTORCLUB.com.

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