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Toyota Racing Weekly Preview 11.06.24

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This Week in Motorsports: November 4 – 10, 2024
NCS/NXS/NCTS/ARCA WEST: Phoenix Raceway – Nov. 8-10

PLANO, Texas (Nov. 6, 2024) – Championship weekend is finally here for NASCAR’s Cup, Xfinity and Truck Series as all three descend upon Phoenix Raceway to crown new champions and close out the 2024 season. The ARCA Menards Series West also competes at Phoenix to conclude its season.

NASCAR National Series – NCS | NXS | NCTS

Toyota drivers to battle for titles at Phoenix … Toyota drivers will be present in each of the three national series championship battles this weekend in Phoenix. Tyler Reddick, who clinched his way into the Championship 4 with a victory in Homestead, makes his first appearance in the Cup Series title race on Sunday and the maiden appearance for 23XI Racing. In the Truck Series, Corey Heim is back in the championship race for the second straight season in his quest to win his first title with TRICON Garage. Toyota will also be represented in the owner’s championship race in the Xfinity Series by the No. 20 Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) team who’s coming off a victory by Aric Almirola in Martinsville last weekend.

One last time for Truex … For the final time this Sunday, Martin Truex Jr. will pilot the No. 19 Camry XSE with JGR as he closes his full-time Cup Series career. Truex will make his 469th Cup Series start with Toyota this weekend, 215 of those with JGR, at Phoenix where he’s made 37 previous starts in his Cup Series career, including a victory in 2021. Entering the weekend, Truex has 34 career wins, 147 top-fives and 291 top-10s to go along with 24 career poles in the Cup Series.

Bell seeks Phoenix sweep … The Phoenix Spring race was a strong one for Team Toyota, ending with a victory by Christopher Bell. The Oklahoma native led 50 laps, including the final 41, on his way to the win, which was his first of three so far in the 2024 season. A win this weekend would give Bell the season sweep at Phoenix and his 10th career Cup Series victory.

Toyota continues pole streak … Team Toyota has had the pace in Cup Series qualifying over the last several weeks with the Camry XSE race car, earning the last three pole positions heading to Phoenix this weekend. Bell started the streak at Las Vegas, Reddick followed at Homestead and Truex got last week’s pole at Martinsville Speedway, which was the 14th for Toyota so far this season.

Johnson back in No. 84 to close 2024 … Jimmie Johnson returns to the No. 84 Camry XSE with LEGACY MOTOR CLUB this weekend in Phoenix for his ninth and final start of 2024. Johnson makes his 698th career Cup Series start this weekend and his 36th career start at Phoenix, where he as scored four wins, 16 top-fives and 22 top-10s in those starts.

Smith also goes for Phoenix sweep … Like Bell, Chandler Smith heads to Phoenix this weekend aiming for a season sweep at the one-mile short oval in the Xfinity Series. Smith led 88 of the 205 laps on his way to victory in March for his second career Xfinity Series win. Phoenix Raceway has been a strong track for Smith in his career, with top-10 finishes in each of his three starts there.

Earnhardt back in No. 26 … To close the Xfinity Series season, Jeffrey Earnhardt is back behind the wheel of the No. 26 GR Supra for Sam Hunt Racing this weekend in Phoenix. This will be the sixth start of the season for Earnhardt in the Xfinity Series this season, with a best finish of eighth at Atlanta. He’s also made 10 previous starts at Phoenix in the Xfinity Series entering this weekend.

Creed continues hot streak … Sheldon Creed has had a strong finish to the 2024 Xfinity Series season after another top-10 finish at Martinsville last weekend. Creed comes into the weekend with at least a top-10 finish in 12 of the last 14 Xfinity Series races, with top-five finishes in six of the last 10 races. That streak could continue as Creed has routinely been strong at Phoenix Raceway, with four consecutive top-10 finishes there as well.

Sawalich does triple duty … It’s been a busy run for William Sawalich since he turned 18-years-old in October, which continues this weekend in Phoenix as he’ll run the ARCA Menards Series West, Truck Series and Xfinity Series races – three races in two days. The Minnesotan will make his debut at Phoenix in the Tundra TRD Pro and GR Supra but will make his third start in an ARCA Toyota Camry, coming off a dominating win at Phoenix in the spring where he led all 115 laps.

Friesen returns to favorable Phoenix … Stewart Friesen comes back to Phoenix Raceway where he’s found success over the course of his Truck Series career. The Canadian has made eight starts at the one-mile short track, where he’s finished inside the top-10 in six of those, which includes his 2019 victory.

NASCAR Regional Series – ARCA Menards Series West

Crews back in Toyota Camry … Toyota Development Driver Brent Crews returns behind the wheel of a Venturini Motorsports Toyota Camry this weekend in Phoenix for the ARCA Menards Series West finale. Crews has made four starts so far this season in ARCA competition, coming into the weekend with three straight top-fives, which includes his win at the DuQuoin State Fairgrounds in September.

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.

JR Motorsports — NXS Phoenix Raceway Preview

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JR Motorsports Team Preview
TRACK – Phoenix Raceway (1-mile oval)
NXS RACE – NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship (200 laps / 200 miles)
TUNE IN – CW, MRN, SiriusXM Channel 90 at 5:30 p.m. (MT)

Sam Mayer

No. 1 – 10X Health Chevrolet

Mayer 2024 NXS Stats

Starts: 32

Wins: 3

Top 5s: 8

Top 10s: 13

Laps Led: 224

Avg. Finish: 18.2

Points: 9th

  • Sam Mayer heads out west for the final race of the NASCAR Xfinity Series 2024 season at Phoenix Raceway.
  • Mayer will be making his seventh start at the one-mile oval where his best finish of fifth came at this event last season.
  • With one race remaining in the season, the young driver has tallied three wins (Texas, Iowa and Charlotte Roval), eight top-five and 13 top-10 finishes this 2024 season.
  • 10X Health will ride along side the No. 1 Chevrolet for the final time this season as primary partner.

Sam Mayer

“It has been a super fun season with this No. 1 JR Motorsports team and I am ready to ride one last time with these guys at Phoenix this weekend. Although this will be my last race at JRM, I am very grateful for all Dale, Kelley, LW, and everyone at JRM for what they have done for me over the years. This team has helped me grow tremendously in my career and it is truly bitter-sweet. I know Mardy (Lindley, crew chief) and the guys have worked up a great car for this weekend and hopefully we can park it in Victory Lane one last time for JRM.”

Justin Allgaier

No. 7 BRANDT Professional Agriculture Chevrolet

Allgaier 2024 NXS Stats

Starts: 32

Wins: 2

Top 5s: 9

Top 10s: 19

Laps Led: 705

Avg. Finish: 13.9

Points: 4th

  • Justin Allgaier heads to Phoenix this weekend as one of four drivers fighting for the NXS Championship. This marks the seventh time that Allgaier has entered the season-finale event as a Championship 4 contender.
  • Allgaier is a two-time winner in “The Valley of the Sun” in the NXS, taking the checkered flag in the spring of 2017 and in this event in 2019.
  • In addition to his two victories, the Illinois native has amassed 10 top-fives and 18 top-10s in 28 career NXS starts at the one-mile oval.
  • According to NASCAR’s Loop Data Statistics, Allgaier currently ranks first in quality passes (673), laps run inside the top 15 (5,170), green flag passes (903) and second in laps led (596) at Phoenix.

Justin Allgaier

“It’s an unbelievable feeling knowing that we are heading to Phoenix with a chance at the championship this weekend. Everyone on this BRANDT Professional Agriculture team has worked their tails off all season long to get to this point and I know that they are all ready to go. Jim (Pohlman, crew chief) built us a great car here in the spring that had us in contention for the win and I know that is going to be the case again when we unload for practice. If we can just go out and execute like we did throughout the Round of 8, I feel like we will be in position to have a great night on Saturday.”

Sammy Smith

No. 8 Pilot Flying J Chevrolet

Smith 2024 NXS Stats

Starts: 32

Wins: 1

Top 5s: 7

Top 10s: 16

Laps Led: 65

Avg. Finish: 15.2

Points: 11th

  • Sammy Smith heads back to Phoenix where he earned his first NXS victory in the spring of 2023.
  • Accompanying Smith’s victory, the JRM driver has finished inside the top 10 in each of his four career starts at the one-mile oval.
  • Throughout the Iowa native’s ARCA Menards Series career, he tallied one win and five top fives in “The Valley of the Sun.”
  • Smith has 31 NXS starts on tracks measuring one-two miles in length. In those he has amassed one win, five top-five and 17 top-10 finishes.

Sammy Smith

“I’m bummed that we aren’t heading to Phoenix as part of the Championship 4, but the track is special to me since I got my first Xfinity Series win there so I’m looking forward to it. This season has thrown a lot of challenges at this No. 8 Pilot Flying J Chevrolet team, but no one ever gave up and we fought until the very last lap at Martinsville to earn our spot in the top four, but it wasn’t meant to be this year. We’re still going to give it our all this weekend to get back to Victory Lane and finish the year on a positive note.”

Brandon Jones

No. 9 Menards / Klearvue Cabinetry Chevrolet

Jones 2024 NXS Stats

Starts: 32

Wins: 0

Top 5s: 1

Top 10s: 8

Laps Led: 45

Avg. Finish: 19.4

Points: 14th

  • Brandon Jones will return to Phoenix for the final race of the season after earning a top-10 finish there in the spring.
  • Since his first start at “The Valley of the Sun” in 2016, Jones has earned one win, three top-five and seven top-10 finishes at the one-mile track.
  • In 49 starts on tracks one mile or less, the 27-year-old Georgia native has one win, seven top-five and 18 top-10 results.
  • Klearvue Cabinetry, a leading manufacturer of cabinets that can do more, will be the final partner displayed on the hood of Jones’ Camaro this season.

Brandon Jones

“This season may have had its ups and downs, but I am proud of all the hard work this team has put in every week. We plan to keep up the intensity for Phoenix and hopefully can avoid the mess and end the year on a high note. I would love to give these guys the finish they deserve.”

Connor Zilisch

No. 88 Jarrett Chevrolet

Zilisch 2024 NXS Stats

Starts: 3

Wins: 1

Top 5s: 2

Top 10s: 2

Laps Led: 45

Avg. Finish: 5.7

Points: 37

  • Connor Zilisch will make his fourth start for JRM this weekend at Phoenix in the NXS season finale.
  • In his first three starts this season, Zilisch has one victory (Watkins Glen), a fourth-place finish (Kansas Speedway) and a 12th-place result at Homestead-Miami Speedway.
  • Zilisch will carry the red, black and silver colors of Jarrett Logistics at Phoenix, his first appearance for the Ohio-based company.
  • The 18-year-old Charlotte, N.C. native enters his first race on a short oval with a stellar 5.7 average finish to his credit in the NXS.

Connor Zilisch

“It will be interesting to see what we can do this weekend at Phoenix, since it’s a short 1-mile oval with kind of a different layout. This is the third different type of track I’ve raced on this year, and we’ve managed to do pretty well on the others. Looking forward to seeing what Phoenix has in store for the Jarrett Camaro on Saturday.”

JRM Team Updates

JR Motorsports at Phoenix Raceway: JR Motorsports has competed at Phoenix Raceway a combined 104 times in the NXS. In those starts at the 1-mile oval, the organization has recorded four wins, 26 top-fives and 55 top-10s. The average finish is 13.2. The most recent trip to Victory Lane at Phoenix was in March 2022 with Noah Gragson.

Souvenir Rig: JRM drivers Sam Mayer, Justin Allgaier, Sammy Smith, Brandon Jones and Connor Zilisch will be signing autographs at the JR Motorsports / Legacy MC souvenir rig on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. MT.

Young’s Motorsports Phoenix Raceway November Team Preview

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Young’s Motorsports | NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series
Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway | Championship 150

Fast Facts
No. 02 Young’s Motorsports Team:
Driver: Nathan Byrd
Primary Partner(s): Sonesta Travel Pass
Manufacturer: Chevrolet Silverado RST
2024 Driver Points Position: N/A
2024 Owner Points Position: 30th
Engine: Ilmor Racing Technologies

Notes of Interest:

Welcome Back To The Team: For Friday night’s Championship 150 at Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway, Young’s Motorsports welcomes back Nathan Byrd to command the team’s flagship No. 02 Chevrolet Silverado RST for his inaugural NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series track debut in Avondale, Ariz.

Byrd is poised to make his third Truck Series start of the season in the Truck Series season finale.

About Nathan: Byrd, 24, began racing go-karts in 2018, just after graduating High School, and he entered his first car race in February 2020.

Since then, the Goodyear, Ariz. native has raced over 30 types of cars in 348 total races at 67 different race tracks, effectively becoming one of the most diverse and interesting race car drivers in the world.

Completing more than 300 races in the first four years of his career, Byrd is no stranger to piloting race cars.

Earlier this year, the Indianapolis, Ind. resident made his NASCAR Xfinity Series debut at Portland International Raceway, delivering a respectable 21st-place finish for DGM Racing.

Last month, Byrd made his NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series debut at Kansas Speedway, earning a respectable 19th-place finish after starting 32nd.

All-Aboard!: For the 23rd of 23 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series races this season, Sonesta Travel Pass will serve as the primary marketing partner on the No. 02 Chevrolet Silverado RST for the 150-lap race on Friday night.

Sonesta International Hotels is an American hotel company with an ever-growing portfolio of hotel brands in eight countries and three continents.

As the eighth largest hotel company in the world with 1100+ properties, they have a room or suite perfect for every individual and occasion.

Byrd partners with Sonesta to deliver quality hospitality through their Sonesta Hotels franchise, the Red Lion Inn & Suites Goodyear Phoenix.

Nathan Byrd Truck Series Phoenix Raceway Stats: Friday night’s Championship 150 will mark Byrd’s first career Truck Series start at the iconic 1.0-mile oval nestled in Avondale, Ariz.

The Championship 150 race kicks off NASCAR Championship Weekend at Phoenix Raceway as part of a tripleheader weekend with the NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Cup Series.

The Truck Series set the tone for a huge weekend of racing in The Grand Canyon State with 150 laps under the lights for a Friday night Championship 4 fight.

The Xfinity Series will have their opportunity the following afternoon for a whopping 200 laps to determine this year’s champion after 33 NASCAR Xfinity Series races in the Xfinity Series Championship Race.

On Sunday, November 10, the NASCAR Cup Series will have their shot at naming the 2024 series champion after 312 laps with the NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race.

Phoenix Raceway marks the 12th race of the second half of the 2024 Truck Series season.

Nathan Byrd Truck Series Career Stats: Entering Phoenix, Byrd, since 2024, has two career Truck Series starts with an average finish of 24.0.

The popular driver made his Truck Series debut for the family-owned team at Kansas Speedway in September, finishing an impressive 19th. He returned to the team last month at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

Young’s Motorsports’ NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series at Phoenix Raceway: This weekend will mark Young’s Motorsports’ 20th and 21st NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series starts at Phoenix Raceway.

The organization posted a team-best finish at the track of eighth in the 2023 edition of the CRAFTSMAN 150 on November 3, 2023, with Truck Series contender Kaden Honeycutt at the wheel.

Since 2014, the Mooresville, N.C.-based Young’s Motorsports team has had an average starting position of 24.9 and an average finish of 23.9 in 19 Phoenix Raceway starts overall.

Young’s Motorsports’ NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series History: Since entering the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series in 2012, the Mooresville, N.C., – based organization has logged 507 starts from 70 drivers, resulting in solid performances that include two victories (Talladega Superspeedway 2019 and 2021), seven top-five finishes and 33 top-10 finishes, with an average starting position of 23.2 and an average finishing position of 22.2.

Follow on Social Media: For more on Nathan Byrd, please visit byrdracing.com, like him on Facebook (Nathan Byrd), and follow him on Instagram (@nathanjbyrd) and X |Twitter (@nathanjbyrd).

For more on Young’s Motorsports, please visit YoungsMotorsports.com, like them on Facebook (Young’s Motorsports), and follow them on Instagram (@youngsmotorsports) and X |Twitter (@youngsmtrsports).

Nathan Byrd Pre-Race Quote:

On Phoenix Raceway: “I’m grateful to be able to drive the No. 02 Young’s Motorsports Chevrolet once again, and this time with our long-time and biggest Byrd Racing partner, Sonesta Hotels!

“They’ve been an integral part of my racing journey for years now, and I’m extremely pleased to have them on board with us at Phoenix Raceway!

“Phoenix is effectively my home track and brand new to me, so I’m excited to do my best to learn it and execute in the race with Young’s Motorsports. I look forward to seeing what kind of a show we can bring to the fans and end the season on a high note!”

No. 46 Young’s Motorsports Team:

Driver: Thad Moffitt

Primary Partner(s): Pristine Auction

Manufacturer: Chevrolet Silverado RST

2024 Driver Points Position: 32nd

2024 Owner Points Position: 33rd

Engine: Ilmor Racing Technologies

Notes of Interest:

Welcome Back: Just past the half point of the 2024 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series season, Young’s Motorsports welcomed Thad Moffitt to the organization to compete in the team’s second entry for a limited schedule, including Friday night’s Championship 150 at Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway.

Moffitt returns to the Truck Series tour for the first time since The Milwaukee Mile in August.

About Thad: Moffitt, 23, just finished his first full season in the Trans Am Series TA2 class. Racing for TeamSLR, he finished seventh in the championship standings and second in the rookie standings. He had six top-10 finishes.

Moffitt, the grandson of seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Richard Petty, returned to the NASCAR ranks this season after having success in the ARCA Menard Series, finishing fourth in the series championship standings in 2021.

Entering the season, Moffitt has four starts in the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series with a best finish of 18th at the Daytona International Speedway in 2022.

In 2024, Moffitt participated in 16 Truck Series races overall, matching a career-best 18th-place finish at Darlington (S.C.) Raceway in May.

All-Aboard!: For the 23rd of 23 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series races this season, Pristine Auction will serve as the primary marketing partner on the No. 46 Chevrolet Silverado RST for the 150-lap race on Friday night.

Pristine Auction is a family-owned and operated online auction specializing in autographed memorabilia, sports cards, coins, art, and collectibles. Since our founding in 2010, we have grown from a spare bedroom to 2 facilities in Phoenix, Arizona, totaling over 60,000 square feet.

We have an incredible staff of over 100 team members serving our customers. By putting our customers and consignors first, Pristine has become one of the largest and most trusted auction houses in the world.

We work directly with the leading authentication companies to ensure all items are 100% authentic. In addition, we have leading third-party authenticators who regularly travel to Pristine Auction to provide authentication services on-site.

Pristine Auction strives to operate its business in a way that is honoring to God, our families, and our customers. With a strong focus on speed, quality, and premier customer service, our mission is to be the leading online auction for every level of collector and fan.

Pristine Auction offers several online auction formats with thousands of auctions ending each day.

Thad Moffitt Truck Series Phoenix Raceway Stats: Friday night’s Championship 150 will mark Moffitt’s inaugural Truck Series start at the 1.0-mile race track nestled in Avondale, Ariz.

However, Moffitt does own one ARCA Menards Series West start in the desert finishing third after starting ninth during the 2021 General Tire 150 at Phoenix on March 12, 2021, driving for TRICON Garage.

The Championship 150 race kicks off NASCAR Championship Weekend at Phoenix Raceway as part of a tripleheader weekend with the NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Cup Series.

The Truck Series set the tone for a huge weekend of racing in The Grand Canyon State with 150 laps under the lights for a Friday night Championship 4 fight.

The Xfinity Series will have their opportunity the following afternoon for a whopping 200 laps to determine this year’s champion after 33 NASCAR Xfinity Series races in the Xfinity Series Championship Race.

On Sunday, November 10, the NASCAR Cup Series will have their shot at naming the 2024 series champion with the NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race.

Phoenix Raceway marks the 12th race of the second half of the 2024 Truck Series season.

Thad Moffitt Truck Series Career Stats: Entering Phoenix, Moffitt has 20 career NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series races to his credit. He has earned a career-best 18th-place finish twice, most recently at Darlington (S.C.) Raceway after starting 32nd in the Buckle Up South Carolina 200 for Faction46.

Since 2022, he has carried an average finish of 28.7.

Moffitt is poised to make his Young’s Motorsports NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series Phoenix Raceway track debut as part of a two-truck team for Young’s Motorsports.

Young’s Motorsports’ NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series at Phoenix Raceway: This weekend will mark Young’s Motorsports’ 20th and 21st NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series starts at Phoenix Raceway.

The organization posted a team-best finish at the track of eighth in the 2023 edition of the CRAFTSMAN 150 on November 3, 2023, with Truck Series contender Kaden Honeycutt at the wheel.

Since 2014, the Mooresville, N.C.-based Young’s Motorsports team has had an average starting position of 24.9 and an average finish of 23.9 in 19 Phoenix Raceway starts overall.

Young’s Motorsports’ NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series History: Since entering the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series in 2012, the Mooresville, N.C., – based organization has logged 507 starts from 70 drivers, resulting in solid performances that include two victories (Talladega Superspeedway 2019 and 2021), seven top-five finishes and 33 top-10 finishes, with an average starting position of 23.2 and an average finishing position of 22.2.

Follow on Social Media: For more on Thad Moffitt, please visit thadmoffitt.com like him on Facebook, (Thad Moffitt Racing) and follow him on Instagram (@thadmoffitt46) and X |Twitter (@thadmoffitt).

For more on Young’s Motorsports, please visit YoungsMotorsports.com, like them on Facebook (Young’s Motorsports), and follow them on Instagram (@youngsmotorsports) and X |Twitter (@youngsmtrsports).

Thad Moffitt Pre-Race Quote:

On Phoenix Raceway: “I’m excited to get back in the seat for the final time in 2024 with the Young’s Motorsports team. It’s a big weekend for me having hometown company Pristine Auction on the hood this week.

“I am looking forward to capping off the year with a solid run in the No. 46 Young’s Motorsports Chevrolet Silverado truck and hopefully focusing on getting everything secure for next year!”

Race Information:

The Championship 150 (150 laps | 150 miles) is the 23rd of 23 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series races on the 2024 schedule. Practice begins on Thursday, November 7, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 5:50 p.m. Qualifying will follow on race day, Friday, November 8, from 2:05 p.m. to 2:50 p.m. The 36-truck field will take the green flag later that night shortly after 6:00 p.m. MT (8:00 p.m. ET) with live coverage on FOX Sports 1 (FS1), the Motor Racing Network (Radio) and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90. All times are local (MT).

Young’s Motorsports | NASCAR Xfinity Series

Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway | NASCAR Xfinity Series Championship Race

Fast Facts

No. 42 Young’s Motorsports Team:

Driver: Leland Honeyman Jr.

Primary Partner(s): Distributor Wire & Cable

Manufacturer: Chevrolet Camaro

Crew Chief: Andrew Abbott

2024 Driver Points Position: 22nd

2024 Owner Points Position: 27th

Engine: Earnhardt-Childress Racing

Notes of Interest:

Season Finale: In January, Young’s Motorsports announced they would graduate from the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series to the NASCAR Xfinity Series full-time in 2024 with rising star Leland Honeyman Jr. behind the wheel of the team’s No. 42 Young’s Motorsports Chevrolet Camaro for the entire 33-race season completing with Saturday afternoon’s season finale Xfinity Series Championship Race at Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway.

About Leland: The Phoenix, Ariz. native began honing his racing skills at the tender age of two racing Quads. By four years old, he moved into Trophy Karts and then collected three series championships in off-road racing Trophy Karts.

After an instrumental tenure in Go Karts, he moved into the Bandolero competition in 2015 and was crowned a Bandolero National Champion two years later. From there, he moved into Limited Late Models before graduating to the Carolina Pro Late Model Series division in 2021, where he earned championship-runner-up honors and picked up an astounding victory in the annual Hickory (N.C.) Motor Speedway Fall Brawl.

Honeyman, 19, returns to the Mooresville, N.C.-based organization, where he ran an impressive ARCA Menards Series East Series campaign, finishing third in the 2022 championship standings.

During the 2023 season, he made eight NASCAR Xfinity Series starts, highlighted by a 21st-place finish at the Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway Road Course.

All-Aboard!: For the 33rd of 33 NASCAR Xfinity Series races this season, Young’s Motorsports welcomes back Distributor Wire & Cable who will partner with the Mooresville, N.C.-based team as the primary partner on the No. 42 Chevrolet Camaro for the 200-lap race on Saturday afternoon.

Distributor Wire & Cable is a leading master distributor of wire and cable products for industrial, commercial, residential and utility industries.

Distributor Wire & Cable is focused on making your specialty wire and cable transactions seamless and successful. Throughout the life cycle of each order, we’re laser-focused on providing great service and ensuring everything we do for you is accurate, on time, and easy to manage.

From your initial quote to the final delivery, DWC maximizes efficiencies that save you time, increase your profits, and eliminate hassles.

Phoenix marks the second race this season where DWC has supported the Young’s Motorsports team. They also supported Honeyman and his team earlier this year at Texas Motor Speedway.

Leland Honeyman Jr. NASCAR Xfinity Series Phoenix Raceway Stats: Saturday afternoon’s Xfinity Series Championship Race will mark Honeyman’s third Xfinity start at the 1.0-mile track located in Avondale, Ariz.

Honeyman earned a track best 11th after starting 24th in the 2024 edition of the Call 811.com Every Dig. Every Time. 200 for Young’s Motorsports. He also has a Phoenix start for Alpha Prime Racing in the spring of 2023, respectively.

This weekend is part of NASCAR Championship Weekend for the Championship 4 in the NASCAR Playoffs for all three national series.

Honeyman and the Young’s Motorsports team join the non-Playoff Xfinity Series teams looking to spoil the Playoff parade which concludes on Saturday afternoon with the final race of the 2024 season.

On Sunday, Nov. 2, the NASCAR Cup Series will take the green flag in their Championship 4 for an expected tense afternoon of racing in the Cup Series Championship Race.

The Xfinity Series rookie driver will look to improve his overall speedway average Xfinity finish of 25.0.

Leland Honeyman Jr. NASCAR Xfinity Career Stats: Entering Phoenix, Honeyman has 40 career NASCAR Xfinity Series races to his credit, earning a career-best fourth-place finish at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway after starting 33rd in the Ag-Pro 300 for Young’s Motorsports in April 2024.

Since 2023, he has carried an average finish of 23.7.

Martinsville (Va.) Speedway | National Debt Relief 250 Race Recap: In the 32nd race of the 2024 Xfinity Series season, Young’s Motorsports and Honeyman searched for another solid finish in the team’s Xfinity Series fall trip to Martinsville Speedway.

Once again showcasing speed in practice, Honeyman immediately moved forward from his 25th-place qualifying and was heading toward the top 20 until he was collected in an incident in Turn 2 on Lap 48.

The team made a tremendous effort to repair the No. 42 Quix Rx Chevrolet Camaro but fell victim to the sport’s damaged vehicle policy sending them to the garage and out of the race after 56 laps.

Honeyman and the No. 42 Young’s Motorsports team were credited with a frustrating 35th-place finish.

Calling the Shots: Guiding Honeyman Jr. as crew chief of the No. 42 Young’s Motorsports Chevrolet Camaro is longtime crew chief Andrew Abbott.

On Saturday, he will be crew chief in his 130th NASCAR Xfinity Series race. In his previous 129 races, he has four top-five and 13 top-10 finishes.

The season’s 33rd race will be his eighth tango at Phoenix Raceway as crew chief in the NASCAR Xfinity Series.

Young’s Motorsports’ NASCAR Xfinity Series at Phoenix Raceway: This weekend will mark Young’s Motorsports’ second NASCAR Xfinity Series start at Phoenix Raceway.

In March, the team started 24th but soared to a then career-best 11th place finish with rookie Leland Honeyman Jr. at the wheel.

While the family-owned team has limited NASCAR Xfinity Series starts at Phoenix, the team, since 2014,

has had an average starting position of 24.9 and an average finish of 23.9 in 19 Phoenix Raceway Truck Series starts overall.

The organization posted a team-best finish at the track of eighth in the 2023 edition of the CRAFTSMAN 150 on November 3, 2023, with Truck Series contender Kaden Honeycutt at the wheel.

Young’s Motorsports’ NASCAR Xfinity Series History: Since entering the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2024, the family-owned organization has logged 32 starts and maintains an average starting position of 27.3 and an average finish of 23.2.

Follow on Social Media: For more on Leland Honeyman Jr., please visit LelandHoneymanRacing.com, like him on Facebook (Leland Honeyman Racing), and follow on Instagram (@lelandhoneymanjr) and X |Twitter (@lelandhoneyman3).

For more on Young’s Motorsports, please visit YoungsMotorsports.com, like them on Facebook (Young’s Motorsports), and follow them on Instagram (@youngsmotorsports) and X |Twitter (@youngsmtrsports).

Leland Honeyman Jr. Pre-Race Quote:

On Phoenix Raceway: “As we head into the last race at Phoenix Raceway, I’m excited to be back in my backyard. Phoenix has always been good to us. The last time we were there, we almost scored out with the top-10, finishing 11th.

“I’m excited to get back there and see if we can pick up with the momentum we left off in the spring and turn around this stretch of races where it seems we’ve been plagued by bad luck.”

Race Information:

The Xfinity Series Championship Race (200 laps | 200 miles) is the 33rd of thirty-three (33) NASCAR Xfinity Series races on the 2024 schedule. Practice will occur on Friday, November 8, 2024, from 3:05 p.m. to 3:55 p.m. Qualifying will follow on race day, Saturday, November 9, beginning at 2:00 p.m. The 38-car field will take the green flag later in the day shortly after 5:30 p.m. MT (7:30 p.m. ET), with live coverage on the CW Network, the Motor Racing Network (Radio) and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90. All times are local (Mountain).

AM Racing | Dylan Lupton Phoenix Raceway Xfinity Series Race Preview

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AM Racing | NASCAR Xfinity Series
Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway | Xfinity Series Championship Race

Fast Facts
No. 15 AM Racing Team:
Driver: Dylan Lupton
Primary Partner(s): Lupton Excavation | AirBox
Manufacturer: Ford Mustang
Crew Chief: Ryan “Pickle” London
Spotter: Michael Fisher
Chassis Intel: AMR Chassis No. X-1058
Engine: Roush-Yates Engines

Notes of Interest:

Season Finale: Veteran race car driver Dylan Lupton will pilot AM Racing’s No. 15 Ford Mustang for the final race of the 2024 NASCAR Xfinity Series season in Saturday’s Xfinity Series Championship 4 Race at Phoenix (Ariz.) Raceway.

The season finale will mark Lupton, a graduate of the NASCAR Next Initiative, sixth consecutive race as the pilot of the team’s No. 15 AM Racing Ford Mustang.

Last month, the former ARCA Menards Series West winner returned to NASCAR Xfinity Series competition for the first time since Sonoma (Calif.) Raceway last year on Oct. 5, 2024, at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway. Driving the No. 15 Sentinel Foundation | Nine Line Apparel Ford Mustang for AM Racing, Lupton contended for a top-10 finish before being collected in the “Big One” with three laps to go.

To jumpstart his stock car racing career this year, Lupton returned to the ARCA Menards Series at Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International in mid-September when he piloted the No. 30 Lupton Excavation | Rette Jones Racing Ford Mustang to a top-10 finish in the General Tire 100 at The Glen.

The Wilton, Calif. native has spent most of 2024 competing in select Late-Model events on the West Coast and in a limited Trans Am Series XGT Class schedule.

The Californian has five career starts for AM Racing at Talladega, the Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway Road Course, Las Vegas (Nev.) Motor Speedway, Homestead-Miami Speedway (Fla.) and Martinsville (Va.) Speedway, respectively.

Lupton has 66 starts across all three of NASCAR’s national divisions, with one top-five and five top-10 finishes.

Welcome Aboard: For the 33rd of 33 NASCAR Xfinity Series races this season, AM Racing and Lupton welcome Lupton Excavation to the team as the primary partner on the No. 15 Ford Mustang for the 200-lap race on Saturday afternoon.

Lupton Excavation Inc. was founded in 1987. The company provides excavation work and digs foundations.

Serving Sacramento, Calif., and surrounding areas, Lupton Excavation Inc. also specializes in Earthwork and plumbing.

Giving You Peace of Air: For the final race of the season, AirBox will serve in an associate partnership role on Lupton’s No. 15 Ford Mustang in Saturday afternoon’s Xfinity Series Championship Race at Phoenix Raceway.

In 2017, AirBox was established to focus on building the world’s best air purifiers for indoor occupied spaces. This coincided with people starting to wake up to issues with indoor air quality. With new challenges to air cleanliness, such as COVID-19 and wildfire smoke, people are looking for effective and proven solutions to ensure they receive cleaner air, at last.

Their history in delivering clean air systems and services gives them an expertise that is unmatched. AirBox uses some of the most effective air filtration technologies that exist with Certified HEPA and Advanced Molecular Adsorption. Coupled with their Indoor Air Quality Assessment, AirBox is the total solution for all indoor air quality needs, ensuring their customers meet and exceed current and future ventilation standards.

Today, AirBox filtration systems are used across the country, purifying the air and capturing harmful irritants to create healthier, safer spaces. They’ve become the trusted choice for hospitals, educational centers, offices, warehouses, construction zones, public assembly, sports facilities, and more.

They’re proud to build all products to the highest standards in the USA at their North Carolina production facility. Every day, AirBox is working hard to give the American people the safer learning, working, and living environments they deserve — helping people breathe easy and live better.

Dylan Lupton NASCAR Xfinity Series Phoenix Raceway Stats: Saturday afternoon’s Xfinity Series Championship 4 Race will mark Lupton’s fifth start at the 1.0-mile oval.

In his four previous efforts, Lupton earned a track-best of 15th after starting 32nd in the 2021 edition of the Xfinity Series Championship Race on Nov. 6, 2021.

Additionally, Lupton has earned two additional top-20 Xfinity Series finishes with Athenian Motorsports and RSS Racing, respectively.

In addition to Xfinity Series competition, Lupton also has three NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series starts at Phoenix with a track-best of 16th, twice, both with TRICON Garage during the 2019 and 2020 season finale races, respectively.

He also finished 19th in 2016 driving for Athenian Motorsports, giving the Californian an average Phoenix Truck Series finish of 17.0.

He will look to improve his overall speedway average Xfinity finish of 26.3.

Dylan Lupton NASCAR Xfinity Series Career Stats: In 46 NASCAR Xfinity Series starts, Lupton has a career-best ninth-place finish after starting 16th for Athenian Motorsports at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in August 2015.

In addition to his Xfinity Series starts, he has achieved four NASCAR Cup Series starts and 16 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN® Truck Series starts to his credit.

Thanks For Your Support: With 96 percent of the 2024 Xfinity Series season complete, AM Racing and Dylan Lupton would like to thank their marketing partners for their support: AirBox, Flying Circle, Mechanix Wear, Mobil 1 and WIX Filters.

Martinsville (Va.) Speedway | National Debt Relief 250 Race Recap: The 32nd race of the 2024 NASCAR Xfinity Series season kicked off with a fall trip to Martinsville (Va.) Speedway on Saturday, November 2, 2024.

In his Martinsville return, Lupton and the AM Racing team led by crew chief Ryan “Pickle” London worked hard to improve the balance of their race car from practice to qualifying.

Picking up the pace, despite battling a loose No. 15 Lupton Excavation | AirBox Ford Mustang in qualifying, Lupton qualified on speed and started the 250-lap penultimate race of the season from the 31st starting position.

Throughout the race, Lupton was on the move, inching forward; Lupton had worked inside the top 20 when the car fell off the jack during a pit stop. Because of the miscue, Lupton lost his lead lap status.

Luckily, Lupton got the free pass quickly and began his march back through the field. Over the final sprint to the finish, he hustled from 30th and contended for a top-15 finish before settling for a 20th-place result at the checkered flag.

The finish bested Lupton’s 24th-place run with AM Racing in his team debut at Talladega Superspeedway in October.

From the Pit Box: Industry veteran Ryan “Pickle” London is Dylan Lupton’s crew chief.

He will be crew chief for his 33rd NASCAR Xfinity Series race and his third at Phoenix Raceway.

In his previous 32 NASCAR Xfinity Series starts, he has collected two top-10 finishes, including a career-best ninth at Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International with Joey Logano in September 2024 for AM Racing.

Follow on Social Media: For more on AM Racing, please visit AMRacingteam.com, like their Facebook page (AM Racing), or follow them on Instagram and X | Twitter @AMRacingNASCAR.

For more on Dylan Lupton like him on Facebook (Lupton Racing) and follow him on Instagram (@luptondylan) and X | Twitter (@LuptonDylan).

Dylan Lupton Quoteboard:

On Phoenix Raceway: “I’m optimistic about heading to Phoenix Raceway this weekend. We’re riding some momentum after a strong run at Martinsville, and I’d love nothing more than to bring AM Racing home a top-15 finish to end this year’s NASCAR Xfinity Series season.

“I am very thankful that we have an extended practice this weekend. It’s been a couple of years since I’ve been to Phoenix, but between ARCA, the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series, and the Xfinity Series, I have turned a lot of laps there.

“Track position is going to be important, so we will continue to work on the balance of our No. 15 Lupton Excavation | AirBox Ford Mustang to ensure we stay in the hunt for all 200 laps.”

Race Information:

The Xfinity Series Championship Race (200 laps | 200 miles) is the 33rd of thirty-three (33) NASCAR Xfinity Series races on the 2024 schedule. Practice will occur on Friday, November 8, 2024, from 3:05 p.m. to 3:55 p.m. Qualifying will follow on race day, Saturday, November 9, beginning at 2:00 p.m. The 38-car field will take the green flag later in the day shortly after 5:30 p.m. MT (7:30 p.m. ET), with live coverage on the CW Network, the Motor Racing Network (Radio) and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90. All times are local (Mountain).

About AM Racing:

AM Racing is a multi-tiered, multi-faceted Motorsports program headquartered in Statesville, N.C.

Established in December 2015, AM Racing is prided on faith, honesty and intelligent performance.

The family-owned team will compete in the ARCA Menards Series, the NASCAR Xfinity Series and various Dirt Modified events in its eighth year of competition.

OPTIMA BATTERIES DEBUTS NEW ORANGETOP LITHIUM QH6 AT THE SEMA SHOW

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The ORANGETOP QH6 combines years of motorsports development to deliver a lightweight lithium battery for performance cars of all types

Glendale (Nov. 6, 2024) – OPTIMA Batteries, a leading brand of CLARIOS, has announced the debut of its new OPTIMA ORANGETOP QH6 lithium battery at the SEMA Show Nov. 5-8. The new OPTIMA ORANGETOP QH6 redefines lithium battery performance with more cold cranking power than any standard H6, resilience to extreme temperatures, and improved performance, durability and weight reduction over comparable lithium batteries.

The new QH6 is a quad terminal, 45 Ah battery with a cranking power of 880 A and weighs 19.8 lbs. It utilizes a variety of features that OPTIMA Batteries has become known for, including the OPTIMA CPR built-in jump-start, POWERLINK and the integrated OPTIMA Batteries Bluetooth app.

OPTIMA CPR automatically disconnects the battery before it’s drained and reserves enough power to start the vehicle. Bluetooth monitoring via the OPTIMA Batteries app allows for an easy way to activate OPTIMA CPR, stay informed on cell and battery state of charge, overall health, cycles and usage, current, internal temperatures and alarms for BMS (battery management system) functions. The BMS system is an advanced microprocessor that controls and monitors all functions automatically, delivering a balanced state of charge for improved performance and an extended lifespan.

In addition to this fleet of features, the QH6 is designed for rugged conditions, with resilience against extreme cold up to -20° degrees and heat up to 167° degrees. ORANGETOP lithium technology has also been tested in extreme motorsport conditions from the desert of Baja to the top of Pikes Peak, making it and all OPTIMA batteries extremely resistant to vibration and harsh use. The Clarios and OPTIMA Batteries team has continually refined the technology and made it accessible for all types of vehicles and drivers.

Automotive enthusiasts and daily drivers can get a first look at the new ORANGETOP QH6 at the OPTIMA Unleashed experience at the Bronze Lot of the SEMA Show. The first units will roll out to the public in Spring 2025.

To learn more about OPTIMA Batteries, click here.

About OPTIMA® Batteries
OPTIMA high-performance automotive, marine, heavy-duty AGM and lithium batteries are manufactured by Clarios, LLC, the world’s largest manufacturer of automotive batteries. OPTIMA REDTOP, YELLOWTOP and BLUETOP batteries feature state-of-the-art SPIRALCELL TECHNOLOGY. This patented design allows OPTIMA batteries to deliver superior performance in both starting and deep cycling applications. OPTIMA ORANGETOP batteries are the newest additions to the legendary line of reliable performance batteries with six sizes available that utilize HYPERCORE LITHIUM technology. This new offering allows for more than 95% of the powersports market to experience the power and performance of OPTIMA Batteries. The OPTIMA product family also includes a line of Digital Chargers, with advanced multi-stage charging to charge and maintain a variety of 12V vehicle batteries, maximizing battery life and performance. To learn more or to purchase OPTIMA products, please visit www.optimabatteries.com, call 1-888-8OPTIMA (1-888-867-8462) or find @OPTIMABatteries on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

About Clarios
Clarios is the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility. Our batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. With around 18,000 employees in over 100 countries, we bring deep expertise to our aftermarket and OEM partners, and reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We answer to the planet with a rigorous sustainability focus – advancing best-in-class sustainability practices and advocating for them across our industry. We work to ensure 100% of our products sold are recyclable, and we recycle 8,000 batteries an hour in our network. Clarios is a Brookfield portfolio company.

NASCAR Championship Weekend Schedule at Phoenix Raceway

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Angie Campbell
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Championship Weekend at Phoenix - Photo by Ron Olds for SpeedwayMedia.com.

NASCAR heads to Phoenix Raceway this weekend for the highly anticipated 2024 season finale. Four drivers in each division will compete for the coveted championship title, with the highest-finishing eligible driver in each series claiming victory.

Reigning Cup Series champion, Ryan Blaney is prepared for a tough battle heading into the weekend.

“Everyone’s going to be strong. I don’t think there’s like any favorites, to be honest with you,” Blaney said during media availability Tuesday afternoon. “And I never look at favorites when it gets to the Champ 4 because everyone’s there for a reason. They’re all teams that are really fast and they’re gonna be fast no matter what, any given weekend, at any given track.”

All times are Eastern.

Cup Series Championship Contenders

Ryan Blaney
William Byron
Joey Logano
Tyler Reddick

Xfinity Series Championship Contenders

Justin Allgaier
AJ Allmendinger
Cole Custer
Austin Hill

Truck Series Championship Contenders

Christian Eckes
Grant Enfinger
Corey Heim
Ty Majeski

Weekend Schedule

Thursday, Nov. 7

7 p.m.: Truck Series Practice

8 p.m.: ARCA Menards Series West Practice

9:20: ARCA Menards Series West Qualifying

Friday, Nov. 8

1:30 p.m.: ARCA West Valley 100 – FloRacing

4:05 p.m.: Truck Series Qualifying – FS2

5:05 p.m.: Xfinity Series Practice – USA/NBC Sports App

6:05 p.m.: Cup Series Practice
USA/MRN/SiriusXM/NBC Sports App

8 p.m.: Truck Series Championship Race
FS1/MRN/SiriusXM
Post-Race: NASCAR Press Pass

Saturday, Nov. 9

4 p.m.: Xfinity Series Qualifying
USA/NBC Sports App

5:05 p.m.: Cup Series Qualifying
USA/MRN/SiriusXM/NBC Sports App
Post-Qualifying: NASCAR Press Pass

7 p.m.: Xfinity Series Championship Race
CW/MRN/SiriusXM
Post-Race: NASCAR Press Pass

Sunday, Nov. 10

3 p.m.: Cup Series Championship Race
NBC/Peacock/ MRN/SiriusXM
Post-Race: NASCAR Press Pass

The countdown to the Mexican Grand Prix 2025 begins

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  • Next year’s FORMULA 1 MEXICO CITY GRAND PRIX Presented by Heineken will mark the tenth anniversary of its return to Mexico.
  • The Citibanamex and Banorte Pre-sale will take place next Tuesday, November 12 through Ticketmaster Mexico.
  • The General Sale will take place on Wednesday, November 13 through Ticketmaster Mexico.

Mexico City, Wednesday 6 November, 2024 – The FORMULA 1 MEXICO CITY GRAND PRIX 2025 Presented by Heineken has kicked off preparations for the 2025 edition of the race to be held from October 24-26, which will mark the tenth anniversary of Formula 1’s return to Mexico, a milestone in the history of national motorsports. As part of the special celebrations, an immersive and innovative augmented reality experience has been implemented into the official image of the Mexico GP 2025, which fans can access by scanning the QR code inside the poster.

The Citibanamex and Banorte pre-sale will only be available through Ticketmaster’s website on Tuesday, November 12 starting at 10 AM local time. Citibanamex and Banorte credit card customers will enjoy six or 12 months interest free for the purchase of tickets; while debit card customers may also access the pre-sale by making a single payment transaction. During the general public sale, fans can pay with the card of their choice through the Ticketmaster.com.mx website.

Fans interested in purchasing tickets for the race are advised to plan ahead due to high demand. In addition, to make it fair among fans interested in the event, the following actions will be carried out:

  • The pre-sale will be held only for a single day.
  • Tickets are guaranteed for each stage of the sale.
  • A maximum of four tickets per transaction will be limited to one sale.
  • Tickets will NOT be sold at Ticketmaster centres, or the box office located at the Palacio de los Deportes.

Ticketmaster can perform up to four thousand transactions per minute; however, demand may be higher than the system’s capacity, so patience is requested when performing the transaction and during the Ticketmaster virtual queue.

MEXICO GP 2025 TICKETS:

As part of the tenth anniversary celebrations, the Mexico GP is launching the Grandstand Tour, a new pass for Friday, Saturday and Sunday in which fans can enjoy the event in three different grandstands. With this ticket, they will experience the benefits and activities the various areas of the Autodrómo Hermanos Rodríguez has to offer.

The Grandstand Tour will have three types of passes with the following costs:

Grandstand Tour

TICKET PRICE LIST BY ZONE

TICKET PRICE LIST

**Prices do not include the Ticketmaster service fee.

** All tickets transacted through the Ticketmaster.com.mx system will be SafeTix™ digital tickets downloadable through the Mexico GP Account Manager.

For more information, please visit the official Mexico GP website and social media channels.

#MexicoGP #F1ESTA

www.mexicogp.mx

About FORMULA 1 GRAN PREMIO DE LA CIUDAD DE MÉXICO Presented by Heineken

Historically awarded “Best Event of the Year” for five races (2015 to 2019), FORMULA 1 GRAN PREMIO DE LA CIUDAD DE MEXICO Presented by Heineken has proven to be much more than a sporting event, it is an unparalleled promotional platform that shares with the world the cultural and touristic riches of Mexico City.

For more information about FORMULA 1 GRAN PREMIO DE LA CIUDAD DE MÉXICO Presented by Heineken visit: http://www.mexicogp.mx

About Formula 1®

The history of Formula 1® began in 1950 and is the world’s most prestigious motorsport competition and the world’s most popular annual sporting series. Formula One World Championship Limited is part of Formula 1 and holds the exclusive commercial rights to the FIA Formula One World Championship™.

Formula 1 is a subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation (NASDAQ: LSXMA, LSXMB, LSXMK, BATRA, BATRK, FWONA, FWONK) attributed to the Formula One Group shares.

The F1 FORMULA 1 logo, FORMULA 1, F1, FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, GRAND PRIX, PADDOCK CLUB and related marks are trademarks of Formula One Licensing BV, a Formula One company. All rights reserved.

For more information about Formula 1® visit: www.formula1.com

About CIE:

With its origins in 1990, Corporación Interamericana de Entretenimiento (“CIE”) (BMV: CIE) is a leading player in the Latin American out-of-home entertainment industry and has contributed in making Mexico a world-class destination in the field.

The company promotes and markets the FORMULA 1 GRAN PREMIO DE LA CIUDAD DE MEXICO, produces events for the public sector, and operates the El Salitre Mágico amusement park in Colombia.

Through its strategic partnership with Live Nation at OCESA, it produces and promotes concerts, music festivals, Broadway-type theatrical and urban content productions, sporting, family and corporate events. It represents artistic talent, markets advertising rights and sponsorships, operates entertainment properties, the Citibanamex exhibition, congress and convention center, sells tickets through its Ticketmaster and Eticket platforms, and offers digital marketing and advertising services.

Honda Unveils World’s First and New V3 Engine with Electrical- Compressor at EICMA 2024

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MILAN, Nov 6, 2024 – (JCN Newswire) – Honda unveiled the world’s first* V3 motorcycle engine with an electrical compressor, at EICMA 2024 (the Milan Motorcycle Shows; Press days: November 5-6, Public days: November 7-10) in Milan, Italy.

The water-cooled 75-degree V3 engine is being newly developed for larger displacement motorcycles, and has been designed to be extremely slim and compact. It features the world’s first electrical compressor for motorcycles, which is able to control compression of the intake air irrespective of engine rpm, meaning that high-response torque can be delivered even from lower rpm. In addition, the electrical compressor allows a high degree of freedom of layout of all components in the limited space available on a motorcycle and efficient centralization of mass. It also does not require any form of intercooler.

Honda’s motorcycle business aims to provide products that meet the needs of various customers by offering a wide range of products from commuters to FUN models. In addition, Honda is taking on the challenge of developing advanced technologies by adding electric motorcycles and other products to its product lineup to meet the diversifying needs of today’s customers.

Honda sees the development of this V3 engine with an electrical compressor as a new challenge in the area of internal combustion engines, and its goal is to enable customers to further experience the joy of riding and owning a motorcycle. Honda plans to apply the new V3 engine to larger displacement models in the future, and will continue its development toward mass production.

*Honda research

About Honda

Since its foundation, Honda has been committed to “creating a society that is useful to people” by utilizing its technologies and ideas. We also focus on environmental responsiveness and traffic safety, and continue to take on the challenge of realizing a sustainable future. For more information, visit https://global.honda/en/.

Head Office Contact Information: 2-1-1, Minami-Aoyama,
Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-8556, Japan
Tel: +81-(0)3-3423-1111 (main)

News URL: https://www.acnnewswire.com/press-release/english/93696/

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The Power of UV-Resistant Coatings: A Closer Look at Polyurea

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SM Staff
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UV-resistant coatings have revolutionized how we safeguard materials exposed to sunlight by providing strength and longevity amidst environmental pressures. When considering coatings for protection from UV rays harm on surfaces, polyurea emerges as a standout choice due to its distinctive qualities. This article will delve into the significance of UV resistance the crucial role played by polyurea and why it remains an option across various sectors. 

The Significance of UV Protection in Coating Applications

The sun’s rays carry UV light that can break down objects gradually over time. The surfaces under sunlight can lose their strength and start showing signs, like color changes and cracks, that eventually worsen.In the field of coatings, it is crucial to have UV protection to maintain the durability and appearance of structures when exposed to sunlight. Lack of this safeguard can deteriorate equipment, cars, and buildings, leading to increased upkeep expenses and shorter life spans. 

Unraveling the Science of UV Protection

UV resistant coatings function by utilizing chemical connections to soak up or redirect UV radiation instead of allowing it to harm the coating’s integrity through degradation caused by UV energy exposure over time. Notch UV-resistant coatings also shield against the detrimental outcomes linked with extended exposure, like color fading and material becoming brittle without losing its core properties as time progresses. Polyurea stands out in this aspect as it establishes a safeguard that can absorb and steer UV light away to maintain the durability of the underlying substance. 

Reasons Behind Polyurea Superiority in UV Damage

Polyurea has become well known for its dependable characteristics, making it a popular option for various uses. Polyurea’s ability to resist UV rays is especially impressive. Unlike coatings, polyurea can endure exposure to direct sunlight without losing its protective properties. This toughness is due to the composition of polyurea, which creates a strong coating capable of retaining its form and strength over time. 

The Impact of polyurea on Prolonged Material Durability

Polyurea’s ability to withstand UV damage plays a role in prolonging the durability of protected materials by creating a strong and flexible barrier that shields surfaces from the harmful effects of sunlight. This protective layer prevents cracking and color fading, ensuring a lasting, stable surface finish.It proves to be especially valuable in industries like construction, automotive and marine, where assets are constantly exposed to weather conditions for extended periods. It helps maintain the look of buildings and cars while reducing the frequency of repainting required to keep them looking good and saving on maintenance expenses. 

Real Life Uses of polyurea That Set Them Apart

polyurea coatings have shown their efficiency in settings and conditions. In settings where the damaging effects of UV rays and saltwater corrosion are prevalent poly urethane provides a durable solution that can resist both factors. Likewise, in the construction industry, poly urethane ensures protection for exposed surfaces such as roofs, walls and parking areas. Its applications also include vehicles where UV resistant poly urethane coatings shield against long hours of sunlight exposure, keeping them safe, from fading and harm. 

In the scenarios mentioned above in every case, polyurea UV-resistant features safeguard the look and the underlying surfaces’ structural strength. The coating’s flexibility enables it to adjust to temperature changes and withstand harm.This flexibility makes polyurea a top-notch option for challenging uses in situations where temperature shifts,sun exposure and physical wear converge. 

Unveiling the Secrets of polyurea Ability to Resist UV Light

Polyurea’s UV resistance is due to its makeup that creates a strong surface barrier, against UV rays penetrating it. Unlike some coatings that may deteriorate with time polyurea bond strength remains intact This structural stability allows polyurea to withstand sunlight without displaying any signs of wear even after long periods. This leads to a protective coating that not only guards surfaces but also boosts their longevity ensuring they last a long time

Exploring the Cost Efficiency of polyurea in Providing UV Protection as a Coating Alternative

While polyurea training may involve an upfront cost compared to other options at first application stage their durability proves to be a wise investment in the long run due to their ability to withstand UV damage and physical wear over time. This durability reduces the need for reapplications ultimately saving resources and minimizing operational downtime. For businesses and individuals looking for a solution that offers both lasting strength and low maintenance requirements polyurea magazine emerge as a practical choice. Their resilience to prolonged exposure to sunlight, without compromising effectiveness, makes them a smart and sustainable investment. 

Opting for polyurea for Extended Protection Against UV Rays

When deciding on a UV coating option to use in various applications like safeguard infrastructure or vehicles against environmental wear and tear challenges while providing durable protection with high UV stability and wear resistance features—polyurea come across as a prime choice for stakeholders seeking long lasting performance, in tough conditions. 

Polyurea as an option for addressing contemporary issues

polyureas flexibility and strength meet the requirements for durable UV protection in today’s world that lasts a long time It has shown its effectiveness in the sun and its resilience against other environmental factors, making it a dependable option for individuals looking for quality and longevity. While coatings that resist UV rays in general contribute to extending the life of surfaces exposed to sunlight polyurea takes it up a notch by providing a versatile solution tailored to different industries’ needs. 

In today’s world, where strength and efficiency are factors to consider, polyurea is a reliable choice that can withstand UV exposure while meeting high standards effectively.. Whether its used in settings or applied to structures and vehicles, the UV resistance of polyurea promotes sustainable maintenance practices by minimizing the need for frequent repairs and replacements.. For individuals looking for a versatile solution, polyurea provides a protective option that caters to the current emphasis placed on durability and lasting quality.

NASCAR reveals extensive Martinsville penalty report

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Andrew Kim
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Photo by John Knittel for SpeedwayMedia.com.

NASCAR levied major penalties to three Cup Series teams for violating the sport’s Member Conduct sections within the Rule Book following this past weekend’s Round of 8 finale at Martinsville Speedway that occurred on Sunday, November 3.

The teams that were affected under the penalty report were Trackhouse Racing’s No. 1 Chevrolet team piloted by Ross Chastain, Richard Childress Racing’s No. 3 Chevrolet team piloted by Austin Dillon and 23XI Racing’s No. 23 Toyota team piloted by Bubba Wallace.

In the closing laps of last Sunday’s event at Martinsville, both Chastain and Dillon were performing a side-by-side roadblock for oncoming competitors while remaining behind Chevrolet teammate William Byron, who was racing in sixth place at the time of the actions made between Chastin and Dillon. By then, the handling of Byron’s No. 24 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet entry was fading as Byron was trying to retain his sixth-place spot that would enable him to claim the fourth and final berth to the Championship 4 round by a single point over Christopher Bell, who was racing a lap down in 19th place.

Then prior to the final lap, Bubba Wallace, a Toyota teammate to Bell who was racing in 18th place and had been lapped earlier by the leaders, began to fall off the pace as he radioed a potential tire going down on his No. 23 Toyota entry. With Byron, Dillon, Chastain and a host of competitors overtaking Wallace’s slow entry through the frontstretch on the final lap, Bell then caught up to Wallace through the backstretch. Just as Bell overtook Wallace entering Turn 3 for 18th place, he got loose and hit the outside wall. Bell then proceeded to accelerate and scrape his No. 20 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota entry through Turns 3 and 4 before he crossed the finish line. As a result, Bell initially overtook Byron in the Playoff standings to claim the final transfer spot to the Championship 4 round.

Following an extensive review of the finish, however, Bell was levied a safety violation for maneuvering his way to the finish line while scraping the outside wall through Turns 3 and 4 since the move had been banned for future use, particularly since the start of the 2023 season amid Ross Chastain’s use of it in November 2022. As a result, Bell was demoted to 22nd place in the final running order, which kept him four points out of making his third consecutive Championship 4 appearance. In the process, Byron was awarded the final transfer berth as he is set to square off against reigning series champion Ryan Blaney, Joey Logano and Tyler Reddick for the 2024 Cup Series championship this upcoming weekend at Phoenix Raceway.

Despite the Championship 4 field being determined, Elton Sawyer, NASCAR’s senior vice president of competition, then said during the post-race conference at Martinsville that officials would also examine the actions and radio dialogue made by Chastain, Dillon and Wallace over their on-track actions while racing both Bell and Byron over any forms of manipulation and to provide an advantage for one Playoff competitor over the other.

With the official determination and penalty report levied to Chastain, Dillon and Wallace on Tuesday, November 5, the trio and their respective teams have been fined $100,000 apiece and docked 50 driver/owner points. The points penalty dropped Wallace from 17th to 18th and Dillon from 28th to 34th in the driver’s standings, respectively, while Chastain retained 19th.

In addition, each of their crew chiefs and spotters has been suspended from this upcoming weekend’s Cup Series Championship Race at Phoenix Raceway. The suspensions include Chastain’s crew chief Phil Surgen and spotter Brandon McReynolds, Dillon’s crew chief Justin Alexander and spotter Brandon Benesch, and Wallace’s crew chief Bootie Barker and spotter Freddie Kraft. Tony Lunders, Keith Rodden and Dave Rogers, all of whom serve as team executives for Trackhouse Racing, Richard Childress Racing and 23XI Racing, respectively, have also been suspended for participating in the finale.

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Following the announcement of the penalties, Richard Childress Racing, Trackhouse Racing and 23XI Racing declared plans to appeal the penalties.

The penalties to Chastain, Dillon, Wallace and their respective teams were not the only penalties levied from this past weekend’s triple-header events at Martinsville. In addition to Dillon’s No. 3 Chevrolet team, Richard Childress Racing’s No. 8 Chevrolet team piloted by Kyle Busch was assessed a safety violation due to a loose left-front wheel that detached off of Busch’s entry entering Turn 3 and prior to a restart with 94 laps remaining. As a result, front-tire changer Michael Russell and jackman Josh Sobecki were levied a two-race suspension, including the 2024 Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium. Following the incident, Busch would proceed to finish 28th place, three laps down.

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In the Xfinity Series, Chandler Smith, who finished in third place during last Saturday’s Round of 8 finale at Martinsville, was fined $10,000 for being involved in a post-race altercation with Cole Custer, where the former swung a punch to the latter to express his displeasure over being bumped by Custer, who retaliated from being bumped by Smith earlier, during a late-race restart that knocked Smith out of contention to making the Championship 4 round. Meanwhile, Custer, who finished fourth at Martinsville, was able to claim a Championship 4 berth as he will square off against Justin Allgaier, AJ Allmendinger and Austin Hill to defend his series’ title at Phoenix.

In the Craftsman Truck Series, Ty Majeski, who finished in 11th place during last Friday’s Round of 8 finale at Martinsville, was fined $12,500 for not performing a media obligation. The fine did not affect Majeski’s outcome of making the Championship 4 field as he is set to square off against Christian Eckes, Grant Enfinger and Corey Heim for the series’ title at Phoenix.

Next on the schedule is the 2024 season-finale events for NASCAR’s top three national touring series at Phoenix Raceway, where a champion in each series will be crowned. The Craftsman Truck Series finale at Phoenix is scheduled to occur this Friday, November 8, at 8 p.m. ET on FS1 while the Xfinity Series finale will follow suit this Saturday, November 9, at 7 p.m. ET on the CW Network. The Cup Series finale will cap off the weekend on Sunday, November 10, at 3 p.m. ET on NBC.

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