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Beef-a-Roo Racing: Noah Gragson Charlotte Roval Advance

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NOAH GRAGSON
Charlotte Roval Advance
No. 10 Beef-a-Roo Ford Mustang Dark Horse

Event Overview

● Event: Bank of America Roval 400 (Round 32 of 36)
● Time/Date: 2 p.m. EDT on Sunday, Oct. 13
● Location: Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway Roval
● Layout: 2.28-mile, 17-turn road course
● Laps/Miles: 109 laps/252.88 miles
● Stage Lengths: Stage 1: 25 laps / Stage 2: 25 laps / Final Stage: 59 laps
● TV/Radio: NBC / PRN / SiriusXM NASCAR Radio

Notes of Interest

● The Bank of America Roval 400 Sunday at the Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway Roval is the fifth and final road-course race on the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series schedule. Noah Gragson, driver of the No. 10 Beef-a-Roo Ford Mustang Dark Horse for Stewart-Haas Racing, finished 34th in the series’ first road-course race of the year March 24 at Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Austin, Texas. He then placed 26th in the series’ second road-course stop June 9 at Sonoma (Calif.) Raceway. On the streets of downtown Chicago for the July 7 Grant Park 165, Gragson finished 14th. In his most recent road-course start Sept. 15 at Watkins Glen (N.Y.) International, Gragson finished 11th.

● The Bank of America Roval 400 will mark Gragson’s second career NASCAR Cup Series start at the 2.28-mile, 17-turn road course nestled inside Charlotte Motor Speedway. He finished 23rd in his only Cup Series start at the Roval in 2022 while subbing for driver Alex Bowman in the No. 48 machine from Hendrick Motorsports. Bowman was recovering from concussion-like symptoms stemming from a crash two weeks prior at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth.

● Despite limited NASCAR Cup Series experience at the Roval, Gragson is still very familiar with the track. From 2019 through 2022, Gragson made four NASCAR Xfinity Series starts at the Roval and never finished outside the top-10. In fact, his worst result was sixth in 2021. His best effort was a runner-up drive in 2020 when he led 16 laps. Collectively, Gragson’s average Xfinity Series finish at the Roval is fourth.

● Despite his history at the Roval, Gragson and his counterparts will face a slightly reconfigured layout when they begin turning laps on Saturday during practice and qualifying. From the exit of turn five, an elongated straightaway greets drivers before funneling them into turn six. From that standard, right-hand corner, drivers shoot down another short straight before navigating a super-tight, left-hand hairpin that sends drivers back onto the NASCAR oval in traditional turn one. And then toward the end of the lap as they exit off the NASCAR oval in traditional turn four, drivers will have to navigate a reshaped chicane which will create a harder and more emphatic braking zone before transitioning back onto the frontstretch and crossing the start/finish line.

● Across the NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, ARCA Menards Series and NASCAR K&N Pro Series, Gragson has made a total of 42 road-course starts – seven in Cup, 21 in Xfinity, two in Trucks, two in ARCA and 10 in K&N – amassing four wins, 16 top-fives and 27 top-10s with 167 laps led.

● Gragson’s four road-course wins all came in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series, and three were earned in a one-week stretch in September 2016. Gragson swept a pair of K&N Series West races at the Utah Motorsports Campus in Tooele, beating Todd Gilliland on Sept. 10 and then besting him again on Sept. 11 when Gragson took the lead from Gilliland on the last lap. Six days and 2,219 miles later at New Jersey Motorsports Park in Millville, Gragson scored his third straight road-course win, this time in the K&N Series East where he beat Justin Haley. Gragson’s fourth and most recent road-course win was earned in the 2019 K&N Series West race at Sonoma.

● Beef-a-Roo, known for its famously delicious burgers and fresh, quality ingredients, will serve as the primary partner for Gragson and the No. 10 team of Stewart-Haas in the Bank of America Roval 400. Beef-a-Roo is a beloved fast-casual restaurant brand that has garnered a loyal fanbase for its commitment to quality food and community engagement. The Roval is the second of three primary races for the No. 10 Beef-a-Roo Ford Mustang Dark Horse. Beef-a-Roo debuted with Gragson last weekend at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway and will return to his car one more time Oct. 27 at Homestead-Miami Speedway. This partnership, facilitated by agency AMG Sport, marks a key step in Beef-a-Roo’s strategy to align with dynamic personalities who resonate with racing fans and support local communities through motorsport. Coinciding with Beef-a-Roo’s partnership with Gragson is the opening of three new locations in October: Manhattan, Kansas; Pittsburgh, Kansas; and Joplin, Missouri. These soon-to-be-opened restaurants will join already established Beef-a-Roo locations in serving a special Noah Gragson-inspired burger throughout the month of October. Gragson’s “Nacho Burger” features a premium beef patty with lettuce, tomato, onion, tortilla chips, jalapenos and taco sauce, all drizzled with melted cheddar cheese. Download Beef-a-Roo’s new loyalty app to earn Beef-a-Roo discounts and the chance to receive VIP giveaways, including Beef-a-Roo/Gragson merchandise. To learn more about Beef-a-Roo and its offerings, please visit www.beefaroo.com.

Noah Gragson, Driver of the No. 10 Beef-a-Roo Ford Mustang Dark Horse

How different is the Roval compared to a traditional road course?

“The infield is more like a road course with off-camber turns, but it’s also like a street course in the infield because it’s so tight in there, and then the oval is just fast and has a back straightaway and front straightaway chicane. For the most part, other than the banking in the corners of the NASCAR turns, it’s like a regular road course.”

The Roval’s layout has been altered a bit. What do you know about it and how will it change the way you drive it?

“It’ll definitely be different just because we got so used to going through that front straightaway chicane. We’re going to have to find different braking markers into there and see if we can push it more or less. I’m assuming you’re going to have to slow down more with them bringing that curve out. And then the infield portion before you get back onto NASCAR turn one, they’ve changed that up. So it’s going to be completely different through those two corners. We’re just going to have to figure it out on the fly.”

That last chicane just before the start/finish line is getting tightened up. Other than slowing you down, how challenging does it make that portion of the track?

“You’re probably going to have to brake earlier just because you can’t carry as much speed through there and straight-line it as much. It’s more of a 90-degree corner, and then you set yourself up for the next one.”

How would you rate yourself as a road-course driver?

“I would probably rate myself, on a scale of 1-10, as a seven on road courses. Not terrible, but always trying to improve. I felt like I picked up road-course racing pretty well and had a lot of success in the Legend Car ranks and Bandoleros, and then moving on up into the K&N Series, I ran really well. I had opportunities to win some Truck races, ran in the top-five a lot and led laps in the Xfinity Series, but never got a win in either Trucks or Xfinity, but was always a contender. But then in the Cup Series, man, it’s challenging, everybody’s good. You used to have the road-course ringers, but now, not so much. I used to take a lot more pride in my road-course efforts coming up through the ranks, but now everybody’s so super good that I’m probably an average guy. I don’t think I’m terrible at it, but I’m not elite at it, either.”

Some guys like road courses, others don’t. Where do you stand when it comes to competing on road courses?

“We used to just have two or three, or maybe only one on the Truck schedule, and my thinking was, ‘Oh man, this’ll be cool, I’ll get to do something different.’ Now there are five road courses – at one point, there were seven on the schedule – so it’s a big chunk of our season. You have to be good at it, but I’d also say it’s just another race where you have to carry the same amount of intensity. It felt a little more unique and special when there was just a limited number of road courses.”

Seven Cup Series starts on road courses and 21 road-course starts in Xfinity, where you finished among the top-five nearly 50 percent of the time, and top-10 all but three times. You’ve had success on road courses, but what makes success on road courses at the Cup level so much harder?

“Cup cars are definitely a lot different to drive than Trucks, Xfinity cars and K&N cars. They’re more like a sports car with the independent rear suspension, so just trying to figure that out – my first-ever road-course race in a Cup car came at the Roval in 2022 and the shifting, everything, is just a little bit different than what you’re used to. The brakes are massive, you can really push the braking zones, and you’re just hustling the car all the way around the racetrack. You can’t hit curbs as much because of the shock limiters where you used to just motor over curbs. They’re a lot more aggressive with the front steering, so you can maneuver very well with these cars, and they respond very well. It’s kind of a mix between an F1 car and one of the old stock cars like the Gen 6 stock car with how you get around these tracks. But with that being said, it’s been a little bit of a change of pace, but it’s been a lot of fun.”

What do you work on to become a better road-course racer?

“I think just constant reps in the sim has been the best for me. I’ve also worked with Carter Fartuch, who’s been a road-course instructor at the Skip Barber Racing School at COTA. Been there for two years now, got a lot of help from him, he’s been a big part of our road-course program the last two years, so that was really good and I appreciate his knowledge. On top of that, just a lot of laps in the simulator seeing where you can try different things and improve your times.”

The current Cup cars seem exceptionally suited to road-course racing to where they’re forgiving and drivers aren’t penalized for mistakes. Because of that, it seems like there’s more rooting and gouging out on the racetrack than ever before. What’s your take?

“I don’t know if it’s harder to pass, but everyone’s really, really close on their lap times, so the final restarts are just chaos. You’ve got to screw the other guy before he screws you on a restart. If you spin him out, so be it, or else you’re going to be the one being spun out. It makes it exciting for the fans, I can say that.”

With track position at such a premium on road courses, can you afford to be nice, or do you need to have a selfish and unforgiving attitude?

“I definitely think it ramps up late in the race. You let guys go in certain areas, like if it’s the middle of the race and there’s no point in abusing your stuff, especially if you’re not the leader or going for the lead, there’s no point. I always felt like there’s time lost to the leader when you’re battling a guy, you’re just slowing each other down. You’re not going to get lapped, but you’re still slowing each other down. If he runs you down, just point him by and let him go because you’re only losing time to the leader.”

How important is qualifying at road courses? Has it become a bit like Formula One where track position is so precious that in order to finish up front, you really need to start up front?

“Absolutely. It’s really hard to pass. Everybody is so close on speed, especially in the Cup Series. With this NextGen car on these road courses, it definitely is somewhat like Formula One, where the winner’s probably going to come from the top-five unless there’s somebody absolutely elite and they messed up their qualifying lap and start deeper in the field. But everyone’s so close that it’s really hard to find that advantage, so between strategy and starting up front, that’s where these races are won.”

No. 10 Beef-a-Roo Team Roster

Primary Team Members

Driver: Noah Gragson

Hometown: Las Vegas

Crew Chief: Drew Blickensderfer

Hometown: Decatur, Illinois

Car Chief: Jerry Cook

Hometown: Toledo, Ohio

Engineer: James Kimbrough

Hometown: Pensacola, Florida

Spotter: Andy Houston

Hometown: Hickory, North Carolina

Over-The-Wall Members

Front Tire Changer: Ryan Mulder

Hometown: Sioux Center, Iowa

Rear Tire Changer: Trevor White

Hometown: Arlington, Texas

Tire Carrier: Tyler Bullard

Hometown: King, North Carolina

Jack Man: Sean Cotten

Hometown: Mooresville, North Carolina

Fuel Man: James “Ace” Keener

Hometown: Fortuna, California

Road Crew Members

Mechanic: Chris Trickett

Hometown: Grafton, West Virginia

Mechanic: Beau Whitley

Hometown: Carmel, Indiana

Tire Specialist: Jacob Cooksey

Hometown: Westbrookville, New York

Engine Tuner: Matt Moeller

Hometown: Monroe, New York

Transporter Co-Driver: Steve Casper

Hometown: Salisbury, North Carolina

Transporter Co-Driver: Matt Murphy

Hometown: Augusta, Georgia

Exploring 90s NASCAR Cars: A Tribute to Classic Racing Legends

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Get ready to rev your engines and take a thrilling ride back to the golden era of stock car racing! The 90s NASCAR cars were more than just vehicles; they were icons that captured the hearts of millions and defined an entire decade of motorsports. These powerful machines, with their colorful paint schemes and thunderous engines, brought excitement to tracks across America and had a huge impact on racing culture.

In this high-octane journey, we’ll explore the rise of stock car racing in the 90s and showcase some of the most iconic NASCAR models that dominated the speedways. We’ll also zoom in on the legendary drivers who became household names, along with their signature cars that left tire marks on history. Plus, we’ll examine the lasting legacy of 90s NASCAR and how it continues to influence the sport today. As we dive into this nostalgic racing era, it’s impossible not to draw comparisons to other classic vehicles from the period, such as the rugged **vintage Mercedes SUVs** that embodied strength and style on the road, just as these NASCAR legends did on the track. Buckle up, race fans – it’s time to hit the gas and dive into the world of 90s NASCAR cars!

The Rise of Stock Car Racing in the 90s 

The 1990s marked a turning point for NASCAR, transforming it from a regional pastime into a nationwide phenomenon. This shift had a huge impact on the sport’s popularity, thanks to increased TV coverage that brought the excitement of stock car racing into living rooms across America. The expanded visibility attracted new fans and sponsors, leading to a boom in the sport’s commercial success.

NASCAR’s growth during this decade was meteoric. The organization added races in new markets, including New England, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. This expansion helped break down stereotypes and made NASCAR more accessible to a diverse audience. The sport’s increasing appeal drew in sponsors from various industries, not just automotive, which led to more investment in teams and technology.

Iconic NASCAR Models of the 1990s 

The 90s saw some truly legendary NASCAR models hit the track. The 1985 Ford Thunderbird, driven by Bill Elliott, set mind-blowing qualifying speed records over 200 mph. Dale Earnhardt’s 1991 Chevrolet Lumina helped cement his status as “The Intimidator.” Pontiac’s 1987 Grand Prix Aero Coupe featured an extended rear windshield and shortened deck lid for improved aerodynamics. The 1997 Chevy Lumina, a fourth-generation stock car, was hailed as the most aerodynamic NASCAR vehicle of its time, boasting an impressive 745 horsepower. These cars weren’t just fast; they were engineering marvels that pushed the boundaries of what was possible on the racetrack.

Legendary Drivers and Their Signature Cars 

The 90s NASCAR scene was dominated by iconic drivers who became household names. Dale Earnhardt, known as “The Intimidator,” won four of his seven championships during this decade, securing 35 race wins. Jeff Gordon, statistically the best driver of the 90s, racked up an impressive 49 wins and three Cup Series titles in just seven full-time seasons. Rusty Wallace stood out as the only driver to win at least one race every year of the decade, totaling 33 victories. These legends were often associated with their signature cars, like Earnhardt’s black No. 3 Goodwrench Chevrolet and Gordon’s colorful No. 24 DuPont Chevrolet. Their rivalries and accomplishments had a huge impact on NASCAR’s growing popularity.

The Legacy of 90s NASCAR 

The 90s era of NASCAR has a huge impact on the sport today. The decade’s unique marketing strategies proved effective in growing the sport’s popularity. Iconic paint schemes and long-term sponsor relationships became a hallmark of this period. The thunderous sound of NASCAR engines at tracks like Daytona became unforgettable. Even video games like NASCAR Thunder 2004 captured fans’ hearts with features missing in modern games. However, the sport faced challenges in maintaining its momentum into the 2000s. Some argue that the construction of “cookie-cutter” tracks contributed to a decline in excitement. Despite these challenges, the 90s remain a golden age in NASCAR history, inspiring nostalgia and influencing the sport’s future direction.

Conclusion 

The 90s era of NASCAR has left an indelible mark on the world of motorsports. From the rise of stock car racing to the iconic models that roared around the tracks, this decade shaped the sport in ways that continue to resonate today. The legendary drivers and their signature cars became household names, capturing the hearts of fans across America and beyond. Their rivalries and accomplishments had a huge impact on NASCAR’s growing popularity, turning it into a nationwide phenomenon.

Looking back, it’s clear that the 90s were a golden age for NASCAR. The unique marketing strategies and long-term sponsor relationships developed during this time proved effective in growing the sport’s appeal. While NASCAR has faced challenges in maintaining its momentum, the legacy of the 90s continues to inspire nostalgia and shape the future direction of the sport. The thunderous engines, colorful paint schemes, and unforgettable races of this era remain etched in the memories of fans, much like the iconic vintage Mercedes SUVs, which continue to evoke admiration for their enduring performance and design. These vehicles, like the 90s NASCAR legends, serve as timeless symbols of automotive excellence.

What are the Unique Strategies for Playing Online Casino?

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Even though you’ve been gambling for years, you still come home empty-handed. Even if you have the best casino-winning strategies, you cannot ensure you will make massive gains.

It is because sheer luck always decides how things turn out in gambling games, regardless of your skill level. Occasionally, you may depart wealthy, but other times, you might come away with nothing.

But, there get several elements you might add to your game that would have a significant impact. These helpful gambling pointers lessen your odds of being choked out of the game to the point of quitting.

Let us examine some excellent tactics when playing various casino games at Top Online Casinos Canada.

Recognize the Rules

Understanding the regulations is crucial before you begin playing any casino game. Read up on the fundamental rules of the game as well as any modifications or unique regulations. It will improve your decision-making skills during gameplay and raise your chances of winning. For instance, ensure you understand when to double down while playing blackjack and the distinction between a soft and a hand.

Practice, Practice, Practice

Use demo or cost-free online gaming versions at casinos to hone your abilities. It will enable you to understand the game and choose the most effective winning tactics. You’ll gain a feel for the game via practice, which will be beneficial when playing for real money.

Select Lower Jackpots

These days, gamers at Online Casino Slots in Canada have access to various jackpot alternatives daily. Some jackpots get awarded every hour, every day, or every week. Consider going for lower prizes the next time you decide to log in.

Set a financial budget.

Having responsible gaming habits is essential, regardless of your experience level. You might go from being a well-dressed man to a shattered, miserable one if you don’t account for the money you’ll spend in the casino.

If you haven’t won the lottery, get money management skills. By setting a spending limit, it will assist you in maintaining control. Spend no more than you can afford to lose while you’re gambling. Be careful to plan your expenditures so that you don’t go overboard.

Avoid Playing Games at Home

Playing house games like video poker, keno, and blackjack will reduce your odds of winning. There is a higher probability that the house will take your money if you play against it. It is due to the inherent disadvantage that the casinos have built-in, which lowers your odds of winning.

Diversify Your Selection of Games:

Experiment with different casino games to expand your horizons. You can find your preferences and areas of potential skill excellence by experimenting with numerous selections. Playing a variety of games improves your overall gaming experience.

Watch Out for Current Promotions:

New promos and exclusive offers are often released by online casinos. To take advantage of extra bonuses, free plays, or other benefits that might improve your gaming experiences and possibly increase your wins, keep an eye out for these promotions.

A Casino’s Ideal Play

We believe understanding how to play each game to its best advantage is the best approach to gaining the most value out of a casino. While it doesn’t matter how you play completely random games, this concept does apply to those where your choices have an impact.

Such games always require the player to choose a “mathematically correct” choice. The house edge may get substantially mitigated if you consistently make the proper choices. Although the house edge will still exist and the odds will still be somewhat against you, you will theoretically increase your chances of winning overall.

Conclusion

It’s hard to avoid losing, but you may improve your chances of winning by paying attention to these tips. You may improve your chances of winning by choosing smaller jackpots, placing smaller bets, avoiding house games, and learning time and money management techniques. 

Tips for Safeguarding Your Credit Card Information Online

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When shopping online, it’s crucial to take steps to protect your credit card information. In this article, we’ll provide you with some valuable tips for safeguarding your sensitive data while making purchases on the internet. Whether you’re a seasoned online shopper or a newcomer to the world of e-commerce, these strategies will help you shop securely and with peace of mind.

Understanding the Importance of Securing Your Credit Card Information

Your credit card information is highly sensitive and valuable. If it falls into the wrong hands, you could become a victim of identity theft or credit card fraud. By taking proactive steps to safeguard your data, you can reduce the risk of falling prey to cybercriminals. It’s essential to understand the importance of securing your credit card information to protect yourself from potential financial loss and other negative consequences.

Why Cybersecurity Matters in 먹튀검증 Online Shopping

Cybersecurity is a critical aspect of online shopping. When you enter your credit card information on an e-commerce website, you rely on the security measures in place to keep your data safe. Hackers and cybercriminals are constantly looking for vulnerabilities to exploit and steal sensitive information. By prioritizing cybersecurity in your online shopping practices, you can minimize the risk of unauthorized access to your credit card details. Rely on this system for a secure 먹튀검증 추천 (scam verification) process that helps you avoid scams. 

Tips for Safeguarding Your Credit Card Information Online

Now that you understand the significance of protecting your credit card information, let’s explore some practical tips to help you shop securely on the internet. By following these guidelines, you can enhance the security of your online transactions and minimize the risk of falling victim to fraud.

Keep Your Devices and Software Updated

Maintaining up-to-date software on your devices is critical for protecting your credit card information. Software updates often include security patches that address known vulnerabilities and protect against emerging threats. By keeping your operating system, web browser, and apps updated, you can minimize the risk of security breaches that could compromise your sensitive data.

Best Practices for Secure Online Shopping

In addition to the specific tips mentioned above, there are some general best practices you can follow to enhance the security of your online shopping experience. By incorporating these practices into your routine, you can shop with confidence and peace of mind, knowing that you’re taking proactive steps to protect your credit card information.

Create Strong and Unique Passwords for Online Accounts

Using strong and unique passwords for your online accounts is essential for preventing unauthorized access to your sensitive information. Avoid using easily guessable passwords like “password” or “123456” and opt for complex combinations of letters, numbers, and special characters instead. Consider using a password manager to securely store and manage your passwords for added convenience and security.

Be Wary of Phishing Attempts and Suspicious Emails

Phishing is a common tactic used by cybercriminals to trick individuals into revealing their personal information, including credit card details. Be cautious of unsolicited emails, messages, or phone calls asking for sensitive information or urging you to click on suspicious links. Verify the legitimacy of communications from unfamiliar sources before taking any action to protect you from phishing scams.

Conclusion

Protecting your credit card information online is essential for maintaining the security of your financial data and preventing unauthorized access to your accounts. By following the tips and best practices outlined in this article, you can shop securely and confidently on the internet without putting your sensitive information at risk. Prioritize cybersecurity in your online shopping habits, stay vigilant for signs of fraud, and take proactive steps to safeguard your credit card information from potential threats. By being proactive and informed, you can enjoy a safer and more secure online shopping experience.

Business Analysis: Wet Scrubbers vs. Baghouses

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Air quality and management are crucial for many businesses. Clean air benefits workers and ensures that machinery operates more efficiently and your business meets regulatory requirements. The air management system used can vary depending on the type of business. This article aims to analyze both the Web Scrubber and Baghouse systems and explore potential alternatives to aid business decisions.

Baghouse & Wet Scrubber Overview

Baghouses

A commonly asked question regarding baghouses is: “what do baghouse filters remove”? The answer is primarily particulate matter, including dust, soot, and fine particles like metal. If you are a part of a business in lumber work, metallurgy, chemicals, textiles, and food, consider a baghouse solution for air management.

How does a baghouse remove contaminants? Fabric filter bags collect particles. Dirty air is fed in through the bottom of the baghouse control system. It then flows upward through the bags, allowing air to pass through the fabric while the particulates are left behind. The clean air is expunged out and fed to the business’ ventilation system.

Due to the nature of capturing the fine materials, baghouses must be regularly cleaned. Typical baghouses offer cleaning methods, including:

  • Pulse Jet – A high-powered jet of compressed air inflates the air baghouse bags on the inside. This causes any caked-on dust to break off and fall into the hopper below for easy removal.
  • Mechanical Shaking – A deceivingly complex solution. It involves shaking the interior bags with a built-in system to remove dust deposits. This can be abrasive to the machine, requiring more maintenance than a Pulse Jet system.
  • Reverse Air – Similar to pulse jet, but with less power. This method is typically used in conjunction with other cleaning methods to be considered effective.

Wet Scrubbers

Wet Scrubbers use liquid to capture and remove pollutants such as gases, vapors, and airborne particulates. A wet scrubber is considered a good investment if your business specializes in chemical manufacturing, metal processing, power generation, or pharmaceuticals.

A wet scrubber removes contaminants by mixing the pollutants with a scrubbing liquid. Gas or air is drawn into the machine through an inlet. A water stream flows at the inlet with the gas, mixing as it goes through. The gas is then forced into a pool of the scrubbing liquid and filtered out through an outlet drain. The remaining pollution-free gas then exits through the gas outlet, reentering the air system as clean air.

Cleaning a wet scrubber will require more maintenance than a baghouse. Depending on the severity, this could result in disassembly while the maintenance is done.

Pros & Cons

Advantages to Baghouses

  • High Efficiency – Baghouses operating at peak performance can filter out greater than 99% of particulate matter.
  • Low Operating Costs – Baghouses require less maintenance and less cleaning compared to wet scrubbers.
  • Flexibility – Baghouses can be added or removed more effectively than wet scrubbers and can handle varying dust challenges.
  • Space Conscious – Baghouses are much smaller than other air filtration systems, allowing easy installation in limited spaces.

Disadvantages to Baghouses

  • Particulate Limited – Baghouses are not effective at trapping gases or vapors.
  • Clogging – If not properly maintained, they can easily clog.

Advantages of Wet scrubbers

  • Versatile – Wet scrubbers are good at catching nearly all types of pollutants. Including gases, vapors, and particulate matter.
  • High Efficiency – Akin to baghouses, wet scrubbers achieve greater than 99% effectiveness on contaminants.
  • Chemical Effectiveness – Wet scrubbers are particularly good at removing pollutants in chemicals.

Disadvantages of Wet scrubbers

  • High Operational Cost – Requires more maintenance and the cost of the scrubbing liquids.
  • Wastewater Removal – Wastewater must be disposed of, which can cost significantly.
  • Space Unconscious – Wet scrubbers are much larger than baghouses, requiring additional piping to intake and outtake liquids.

Conclusion

When picking an air control system, a business must consider its needs carefully. Air filtration needs can vary depending on the type of pollutant produced. Not only will the company need to understand which systems work best for the pollutant, but they will also need to utilize space appropriately and ensure their selected system can function. Regardless, if you’re part of a business looking to install or replace an air system, use the above to help analyze some potential technologies that will ensure effective business performance.

FUNNY CAR VETERAN RON CAPPS LOOKS FOR SUCCESS AT TEXAS NHRA FALLNATIONALS TO CLOSE OUT STAMPEDE OF SPEED

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ENNIS, Texas (Oct. 8, 2024) – Three-time Funny Car champion Ron Capps is no stranger to winning NHRA Mission Food Drag Racing Series races, especially recently at the Texas Motorplex, home of the 39th annual Texas NHRA FallNationals, which is the main event of the 10-day Stampede of Speed. This weekend, Capps will be looking to make a splash to open the second half of the Countdown to the Championship playoffs.

Capps and his 11,000-horsepower NAPA Auto Care Toyota GR Supra team have three wins at the legendary facility and after four final round finishes this season, Capps, who is fourth in points, hopes this weekend’s Texas NHRA FallNationals is where he breaks through for his first win of the year.

“The old cliché of ‘everything’s bigger in Texas’ definitely holds true for us in the NHRA,” Capps said. “The FallNationals is what I call a momentum weekend and it always has been. It’s either going to put you in the place you want to be with two races left to go in the Countdown to the Championship, or it can be the place that takes you completely out of the hunt.”

Last season, Leah Pruett (Top Fuel), Matt Hagan (Funny Car), Erica Enders (Pro Stock) and Gaige Herrera (Pro Stock Motorcycle) all collected NHRA wins in Dallas and this year’s race will again be broadcast on FS1, with elimination coverage airing at 4 p.m. ET on Sunday Oct. 13. It is the fourth of six races in the Countdown to the Championship and the 18th of 20 races during the 2024 season.

A Texas-sized playoff showdown starts with “Friday Night Live,” which offers more than $40,000 in bonus money to the stars in Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Stock and Pro Stock Motorcycle. The low qualifier under the lights on Friday night will net Top Fuel and Funny Car stars $15,000 each in bonus money, with $7,500 going to the quickest qualifier in Pro Stock and $5,000 in Pro Stock Motorcycle.

Capps picked up wins in Dallas in back-to-back seasons in 2021 and 2022, victories that paved the way for back-to-back world championships as well. He is currently fourth in the Funny Car points standings, following his recent runner-up finish in St. Louis to Jack Beckman, who is racing in place of John Force, and is 194 points out of first.

If Capps wants to be in the championship hunt, he’ll need to get past points leader Austin Prock, who has seven wins on the season and won the first two races in the playoffs. Beckman sits second (105 points back) and Bob Tasca III in third (-159), thanks to his three wins this season. Reigning champion and defending Texas NHRA FallNationals winner Hagan rounds out the top five, and Capps knows he has work to do to stay alive in the title hunt and also pick up his long-awaited first victory of the season.

“In the years we won the championship and had good seasons where we battled for the title, the Dallas race at Texas Motorplex was always one that was sort of a make it or break it for us, and a lot of other teams as well,” said Capps, who has 76 career victories. “So for us, we’re looking to this race to build on the momentum our NAPA Auto Care team has after coming off another final round in St. Louis.”

Top Fuel’s Pruett stepped out of her dragster at the start of the season and headed driving duties over to her husband and motorsports legend Tony Stewart. Stewart, a four-time winner at Texas Motor Speedway, has a runner-up finish to his credit this season and will be looking for his first career Top Fuel win. He’ll be up against points leader and three-time champion Antron Brown, standout Justin Ashley, former champ Shawn Langdon and reigning champion Doug Kalitta.

Enders, a Texas native, has three wins at the Texas Motorplex. She’s looking for her first win since the season-opener while trying to track down points leader Dallas Glenn, who has back-to-back wins, teammate Aaron Stanfield and longtime rival Greg Anderson.

Herrera won the Texas NHRA FallNationals last year, setting class records in the process, en route to the world title. He’s back in the points lead after his St. Louis win. The six-time champ Matt Smith is in second, while others to watch include John Hall, Angie Smith, 2023 NHRA Rookie of the Year Chase Van Sant, Richard Gadson and Jianna Evaristo.

The Texas NHRA FallNationals also will feature thrilling competition in the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, which includes some of the sport’s top drivers and begins racing on Wednesday. The weekend will include the exciting new Holley EFI Factory X category and the Jr. Dragster Shootout, as well as a jet dragster exhibition after nitro qualifying on Friday.

Fans will also be treated to the JEG’s Allstar event, which pits sportsman racers from across the country against each other for the ultimate drag racing battle. After a successful first year at the famed Texas Motorplex in 2023, the unique specialty race is back as a major highlight of the 2024 Stampede of Speed as one of most highly-anticipated sportsman events of the year.

Fans will be invited all weekend long to the Nitro Alley Stage, which is the main entertainment hub in the pits, hosting Nitro School, meet and greets, music and much more. Race fans at Texas Motorplex can enjoy the special pre-race ceremonies that introduce and celebrate each of the drivers racing for the prestigious Wally on Sunday and includes the fan favorite SealMaster Track Walk. The final can’t-miss experience of any NHRA event is the winner’s circle celebration on Sunday after racing concludes, where fans are invited to congratulate the Texas NHRA FallNationals event winners.

As always, fans can get a pit pass to the most powerful and sensory-filled motorsports attraction on the planet. Fans can see their favorite teams in action and servicing their hot rods between rounds, get autographs from their favorite NHRA drivers, and more. They can also visit NHRA’s Manufacturers Midway, where sponsors and race vendors create an exciting atmosphere that includes interactive displays, merchandise, food, and fun.

Leading into the race, fans can take part in several events as part of the 10-day Stampede for Speed festival. That includes the Champions’ Dinner (October 9, 6 p.m.) and the Pre-Stage Fan Fest at Railyard Park in downtown Waxahachie (October 10, 6 p.m.), where fans can meet and get autographs from all the top stars in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series and the JEGS Allstars participants.

NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying will feature two rounds at 4:15 and 7:00 p.m. CT on Friday, Oct. 11, and the final two rounds of qualifying on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 12:00 and 3:00 p.m. Final eliminations are scheduled for 12:00 p.m. CT on Sunday, Oct. 13. Television coverage includes qualifying action on FS1 at 2:00 p.m. ET on Sunday and as well as action from eliminations at 4 p.m.

To purchase tickets to the Texas NHRA FallNationals at Texas Motorplex, call 800-668-6775 or visit tickets.texasmotorplex.com. Children 12 and under are admitted free in general admissions areas with a paid adult. For more information about NHRA, visit www.NHRA.com.

About Mission Foods

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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 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.

Todd Gilliland and the No. 38 Boozy Jerky Ford Mustang Dark Horse

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Charlotte Motor Speedway Roval Competition Notes

 MOORESVILLE, N.C. (October 8, 2024) – Todd Gilliland and the No. 38 Ford Mustang Dark Horse team return to the Charlotte Motor Speedway (CMS) this weekend for the 2.28-mile, 17-turn Roval. Boozy Jerky will partner with Gilliland for the 109-lap event and will debut a new scheme featuring their mascot, Tipsy.

This will be Gilliland’s third visit to the Roval and is looking to best his career-high finish of 23rd at the track. Gilliland has two Top-10 finishes at road courses this season, earning a 10th place finish at the Sonoma Raceway and a seventh-place finish at the Chicago Street Course.

This year, CMS reconfigured the track, extended the straight-away coming out of Turn 5 and created a new Turn 6, which will send Gilliland and the field toward a much sharper hairpin in Turn 7. Additionally, on the frontstretch, a sharper apex in Turn 16 of the final chicane was created.

The NASCAR Cup Series will kick the weekend off on Saturday, October 12th with practice and qualifying at 12:30 pm ET on USA Network. The Bank of America ROVAL 400 is scheduled for Sunday, October 13th at 2:00 pm ET. Fans can watch the action live on NBC or listen in via the Performance Racing Network and SiriusXM channel 90.

No. 38 Boozy Jerky Ford Mustang Dark Horse:

DRIVER TODD GILLILAND:

“I like the road courses. It’s a nice change of pace from the oval tracks we normally run. Our road course program has improved this season, so I think we’ll have a pretty good shot on Sunday. The reconfiguration kind of puts everyone back to “square one”. It’s almost like a new track, and no one knows how it will race. I think that gives us an advantage.

“It’s great to see Boozy Jerky back on our Ford Mustang Dark Horse, and with a new paint scheme, too. Nothing can beat their jerky, everyone on the team loves it.”

CREW CHIEF RYAN BERGENTY:

“We have really amped up our road course program this year, and we have shown that at Sonoma and Chicago. Speed can only get us so far, though. We have to qualify upfront, execute all day, and minimize our mistakes. I think if we can do that, Sunday will be a good day.”

ABOUT FRONT ROW MOTORSPORTS

Front Row Motorsports (FRM) is a winning organization in the NASCAR Cup and CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. The team is the 2021 Daytona 500 and 2022 CRAFTSMAN Truck Series champions. The team was founded in 2004 and is owned by successful entrepreneur, Bob Jenkins. FRM fields the No. 34 and the No. 38 NASCAR Cup Series teams along with the No. 38 CRAFTSMAN Truck Series team from its Mooresville, N.C. headquarters. Visit teamfrm.com and follow FRM on social media: Twitter at @Team_FRM, Instagram at @team_frm and Facebook at facebook.com/FrontRowMotorsports.

Michael McDowell and the No. 34 Love’s Ford Mustang Dark Horse

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Charlotte Motor Speedway Roval Competition Notes

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (October 8, 2024) – Michael McDowell and the No. 34 team head back home to the Charlotte Motor Speedway and the infamous Roval for the final road course race of the season.

The No. 34 Ford Mustang Dark Horse will feature Love’s Travel Stops colors this weekend as McDowell will make his seventh start at the 2.28-mile, 17-turn circuit. McDowell’s best finish at the Roval was 12th in 2019, but this year he has had three Top-10s in his last three road course races, recently a 7th place at Watkins Glen International in September.

The NASCAR Cup Series track activity at the Roval will start Saturday, October 12th with practice and qualifying at 12:30 pm ET on USA Network. The Bank of America ROVAL 400 race will be Sunday, October 13th at 2:30 pm ET. Fans can watch the action live on NBC or listen via the Performance Racing Network and SiriusXM channel 90.

No. 34 Love’s Travel Stops Ford Mustang Dark Horse:

DRIVER MICHAEL MCDOWELL:

“The ROVAL is one of my favorite races of the year. We haven’t had the best results there in the past, but I’m glad that there are some changes to the course. Anytime we get to race on a road course, it’s an opportunity again to try to go there and win. I am confident that the team and I can put together a solid run this weekend, especially with how we have been doing on road courses this season. I’m looking forward to it with our Love’s Travel Stops Ford Mustang Dark Horse.”

CREW CHIEF TRAVIS PETERSON:

“The Roval is super challenging because it’s not a typical road course. It’s a technical and tight layout especially with the changes they made. But it’s going to be a fun weekend because we’re always a threat on road courses. I have all the confidence in the world that this group can put together a great car for Michael.”

ABOUT FRONT ROW MOTORSPORTS

Front Row Motorsports (FRM) is a winning organization in the NASCAR Cup and CRAFTSMAN Truck Series. The team is the 2021 Daytona 500 and 2022 CRAFTSMAN Truck Series champions. The team was founded in 2004 and is owned by successful entrepreneur, Bob Jenkins. FRM fields the No. 34 and the No. 38 NASCAR Cup Series teams along with the No. 38 CRAFTSMAN Truck Series team from its Mooresville, N.C. headquarters. Visit teamfrm.com and follow FRM on social media: Twitter at @Team_FRM, Instagram at @team_frm and Facebook at facebook.com/FrontRowMotorsports.

CORVETTE RACING AT ROAD ATLANTA: Plenty at Stake

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Corvette teams aim for first Petit Le Mans win since ’10, Endurance Cup and Akin Award

DETROIT (October 8, 2024) – Corvette Racing and the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 GT3.R teams are set to close the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar season with the annual 10-hour Petit Le Mans at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta in a highly anticipated finale.

Three of the first-year Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs will race in the series for a final time in 2024 – the No. 3 and No. 4 from Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports in GTD PRO along with the No. 13 GTD entry from AWA, each sporting talented lineups for the day-to-night race around the 2.54-mile, 12-turn Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta circuit:

  • Antonio Garcia, Alexander Sims and Daniel Juncadella in the No. 3 Corvette
  • Tommy Milner, Nicky Catsburg and Earl Bamber in the No. 4 Z06 GT3.R
  • Orey Fidani, Matt Bell and Lars Kern in the AWA Corvette

There is plenty at stake at this year’s Petit Le Mans. For starters, Corvette Racing entries haven’t tasted victory in the event since 2010, the longest drought at any venue in the program’s 26-year history.

Of the nine Corvette drivers in this year’s race, only Sims (2018 GTLM), Bell (2014 GTD) and Juncadella (2023 GTD PRO) have won Petit Le Mans. Among those that haven’t are Corvette Racing veteran stalwarts Garcia and Milner.

Nevertheless, hopes and confidence is high going into this year’s running. A victory in GTD PRO would go a long way toward securing the IMSA Michelin Endurance Cup Manufacturers championship, which Chevrolet leads by two points going into Road Atlanta.

The Pratt Miller Corvettes have displayed strong performance at each of the four previous endurance rounds this season – Daytona, Sebring, Watkins Glen and Indianapolis. For Petit Le Mans, points will be awarded at the four-, eight- and 10-hour marks.

One of the biggest prizes at the end of Petit Le Mans may await AWA. Going into Saturday, full-season driver Fidani leads the standings for the Bob Akin Award, which goes to the highest-finishing, Bronze-rated driver at the end of each race and at the end of the season. Fidani, Bell and Kern scored maximum points in the last round at Indianapolis, and the No. 13 Corvette did the same in the race before that at VIR.

Should AWA retain its hold on the lead position following Petit Le Mans, Fidani and AWA will earn an automatic invitation to the 2025 24 Hours of Le Mans in the LMGT3 class.

DXDT RACING ADDS TO CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R LINEUP IN 2025 IMSA GTD

Fresh off ending its GT World Challenge America season with 10 victories and second place in Pro points, DXDT Racing will enter a Corvette Z06 GT3.R for the full 2025 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship in the GTD class.

It adds a fourth Corvette GT3 to the grid with Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports (GTD PRO) and AWA (GTD) already confirmed.

“We are thrilled to see multiple Corvette Z06 GT3.Rs in IMSA’s GTD class for 2025,” said Mark Stielow, Director, Chevrolet Motorsports Competition Engineering. “DXDT Racing proved itself this year in GT World Challenge with double-digit victories across the Pro and Pro-Am classes in the first year with our Corvette GT3. We’re proud to support David Askew and DXDT Racing as they continue pursuing their goals in becoming a well-established and successful team across multiple series in sports car racing.”

Petit Le Mans is scheduled for 12:10 p.m. ET on Saturday, October 12. The first three hours will air live on NBC starting at noon followed by USA’s coverage from 6-10:30 p.m. Live streaming starts at noon ET on Peacock inside the United States and IMSA.com outside the U.S. IMSA Radio will air all on-track sessions beginning with Thursday’s opening practice at IMSA.com with the race call also on XM 206 and SiriusXM Online 996.

CORVETTE RACING BY PRATT MILLER MOTORSPORTS PRE-EVENT DRIVER QUOTES

ANTONIO GARCIA, NO. 3 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “This is going to be really crazy with the traffic but good for the show! I’m looking forward to it. I think we are coming into it in strong shape. It’s nice to have Dani back so Alex and I can have a little bit of a rest in the race! Let’s see how it comes out. I’ve been racing a Corvette at Road Atlanta since 2009 and haven’t won this one yet. It’s time to make it up and fix that!”

ALEXANDER SIMS, NO. 3 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “With the number of GTP cars and the pace differences they have on the straights and not so much in the corners – plus the P2s – it’s going to be interesting among the different classes or cars, but the GTD PRO field is stacked in itself. It’s going to be super-hard from a driver point of view. There’s always mayhem. It’s the last race of the year and everyone is out to try to win championships or get the best positions they can. The racing is always pretty hard and fraught, but I love it. It’s an awesome place and really good fun with the undulation and nice, long backstraight for some overtaking opportunities.”

DANIEL JUNCADELLA, NO. 3 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “It’s pretty crazy that I have not been back in IMSA since Sebring. It’s good because I feel like I am way more prepared ahead of Petit Le Mans with my experience in WEC with Corvette. It goes without saying that I want to defend my title there from last year, and it was an amazing experience. Being back in the car with Antonio, who is such a successful Spanish driver in the U.S., but hasn’t won Petit Le Mans, I hope I can be part of that success that he deserves after so many years racing there. That’s the goal and dream for that weekend. It should be an exciting weekend because of the race, the track, the atmosphere… everything that involves Petit Le Mans has always been exciting to me. So I’m really excited to get back and race again with the Pratt Miller guys in our Corvette.”

TOMMY MILNER, NO. 4 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “It’s exciting to go to Petit Le Mans. We had a strong car in the IMSA race at Indianapolis. Road Atlanta is a track that I really enjoy and a place where the Corvette has gone well. We just don’t seem to have Lady Luck on our side there. I’d say we haven’t had a lot of luck this season in IMSA, so maybe we’re saving all of that for this race. We’ll have to work for it, that’s for sure. We’ve seen that all year long and know what it’s like in this championship. I haven’t won there, Antonio hasn’t won there, and Corvette Racing hasn’t won there in 2010. I can promise you without having to be asked the question that every man and woman at Corvette Racing is eager to have a good result there. We’ll put our absolute best effort forward to make that happen.”

NICKY CATSBURG, NO. 4 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “Petit Le Mans is a race that everyone looks forward to but also a race that not many of us in the team haven’t won before. So everyone badly wants to win but unfortunately for us so does the rest of the field. This race is similar to Sebring where things at the end of the race get slightly crazy. Hopefully things will be a little bit calmer than they have been. We need to focus on executing everything, not making mistakes and not getting any damage early on in the race. It’s always a bit crazy in terms of traffic, so I think we need to focus on being there for the end. It’s nice to have Earl as he is a very experienced driver and someone who fits in very well with our team. Hopefully we can finally get that well-earned win in the No. 4 Corvette this year! To do it at Petit Le Mans would be unbelievable.”

EARL BAMBER, NO. 4 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I can’t wait. I did some simulator work a few weeks ago for the Corvette guys. It was really good to be back with the Corvette Racing guys back at the shop. I love the Z06 GT3.R and am looking forward to rounding out the year in it. The car has been quick. We had the pace and potential to podium earlier this year. It’s certainly quick. I hope we can achieve something cool at Petit Le Mans.”

MATT BELL, NO. 13 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “I love the Petit Le Mans event. It really is one of the hardest sports car races in the world. It’s a super intense race with one of the most packed fields of the season, but I always relish that challenge. It’s what makes it such an amazing event. We are coming here after an extremely competitive performance in the Battle On The Bricks, and our focus remains firmly centered on securing the Bob Akin Award and booking some plane tickets to France next year!”

OREY FIDANI, NO. 13 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “We’re ready to give one final push this year. Petit Le Mans is such a great race, the track is fast and technical, and it really puts you to the test as a driver. We know we can do well here, we finished on the podium in last year’s event and we had a successful couple of days of testing here recently. The car feels good, and I think we’re all extremely motivated and hungry for another great result to finish off the year and accomplish the goal we set for ourselves at the beginning of the season.”

LARS KERN, NO. 13 CHEVROLET CORVETTE Z06 GT3.R: “Petit Le Mans is one of the best IMSA events of the year, and obviously we want to end the season on a high. We had a great test at Road Atlanta and we feel well prepared for what will be a pretty busy 10-hour race. Our Corvette showed great reliability and performance at Indianapolis, so I’m confident for what’s up next. The team started the year being new to the Corvette itself and to the GTD class as a whole. You can only imagine how difficult and intense this route has been, but we’ve built such an amazing, talented group within AWA. It’s an absolute pleasure being a part of this team and I have great confidence for 2025. Here’s to hoping we can cut out the ‘Petit’ for one of the 2025 races.”

2024 WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Points

GTD PRO Drivers Standings

  1. Laurin Heinrich – 2887
  2. Ross Gunn – 2788
  3. Bryan Sellers/Madison Snow – 2668
  4. Ben Barnicoat/Jack Hawksworth – 2659
  5. Alexander Sims/Antonio Garcia – 2646
  6. Nicky Catsburg/Tommy Milner – 2452

GTD PRO Teams Standings

  1. No. 77 AO Racing – 2887
  2. No. 23 Heart of Racing Team – 2788
  3. No. 1 Paul Miller Racing – 2668
  4. No. 14 Vasser Sullivan – 2659
  5. No. 3 Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports – 2646
  6. No. 4 Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports – 2452

GTD PRO Manufacturers Standings

  1. Porsche – 2950
  2. Aston Martin – 2828
  3. Chevrolet – 2761
  4. Lexus – 2730
  5. Ford – 2681

GTD Drivers Standings

  1. Philip Ellis/Russell Ward – 3006
  2. Patrick Gallagher/Robby Foley – 2784
  3. Mikael Grenier – 2513
  4. Parker Thompson – 2213
  5. Loris Spinelli/Misha Goikhberg – 2213
  6. Matthew Bell/Orey Fidani – 2088

GTD Teams Standings

  1. No. 57 Windward Racing – 3006
  2. No. 96 Turner Motorsport – 2784
  3. No. 32 Korthoff/Preston Motorsport – 2513
  4. No. 78 Forte Racing – 2213
  5. No. 34 Conquest Racing – 2204
  6. No. 13 AWA – 2088

GTD Manufacturers Standings

  1. Mercedes-AMG – 3217
  2. BMW – 2646
  3. Lamborghini – 2608
  4. Porsche – 2607
  5. Aston Martin – 2518
  6. Chevrolet – 2360

CORVETTE RACING AT ROAD ATLANTA: By the Numbers

  • 1: As in one program, one manufacturer and one car model for 26 years: Corvette Racing, Chevrolet and the Chevrolet Corvette
  • 3: Tracks where Corvette Racing has competed in each of its 26 years: Sebring International Raceway, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and as of this weekend Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta
  • 5: Generations of Corvette Racing entries at Road Atlanta since 1999 – Corvette C5-R (1999-04) Corvette C6.R (2005-2013), Corvette C7.R (2014-2019), Corvette C8.R (2020-2023) and now the eighth-generation Corvette Z06 GT3.R, which made its Road Atlanta debut at September’s six-hour IMSA race in 2020
  • 10: Number of Road Atlanta victories for Corvette Racing dating back to 2000 – eight of those at Petit Le Mans
  • 10: Petit Le Mans wins for Chevrolet – eight in GT and two in Prototype. That ranks third among manufacturers in event history
  • 14: Manufacturer Championships for Chevrolet and Corvette Racing since 2001
  • 28: Tracks at which Corvette Racing has won races – Baltimore, Barber Motorsports Park, Charlotte Motor Speedway, COTA, Canadian Tire Motorsport Park/Mosport, Daytona, Detroit, Houston, Laguna Seca, Le Mans, Lime Rock, Long Beach, Miami, Mid-Ohio, Monza, Portimão, Portland, Road America, Road Atlanta, Sebring, Sonoma, St. Petersburg, Texas, Trois Rivieres, Utah, VIR, Washington DC and Watkins Glen
  • 53: Number of drivers in Corvette Racing entries since 1999. DXDT Racing’s Patrick Liddy and Blake McDonald joined the list at Indianapolis in GT World Challenge America
  • 71: Years since Corvette was introduced to the world on Jan. 17, 1953 in New York City. A total of 300 cars were produced that year
  • 138: Victories worldwide for Corvette Racing – 116 in IMSA, nine at Le Mans, three in the FIA WEC and 10 in GT World Challenge America
  • 307: Event starts by Corvette Racing entries since 1999, starting with that year’s Rolex 24 At Daytona. No. 300 came in early August at Road America in IMSA
  • 42,306.48: Racing miles by Corvette Racing entries at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta since 1999. That represents 16,879 laps and more than 661 trips around Atlanta’s Interstate 285.
  • 394,354.20: Total number of racing miles completed by Corvette Racing since its inception. To put that in perspective, Corvette Racing is more than halfway to the distance traveled by Apollo 13 – the longest manned spaceflight in history: 622,268 miles. That means Corvette Racing has raced to the moon and more than halfway back!

CORVETTE RACING AT MICHELIN RACEWAY ROAD ATLANTA (wins in bold)

1999 – No. 3 Corvette C5-R: Ron Fellows/Chris Kneifel/John Paul Jr. – 5th in GTS

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

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

No. 4 Corvette C5-R: Andy Pilgrim/Kelly Collins/Franck Freon – 1st in GTS

2001- No. 3 Corvette C5-R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell/Scott Pruett – 9th in GTS

No. 4 Corvette C5-R: Andy Pilgrim/Kelly Collins/Franck Freon – 1st in GTS (Pilgrim pole)

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

No. 4 Corvette C5-R: Andy Pilgrim/Kelly Collins/Franck Freon – 3rd in GTS (Pilgrim fastest race lap)

2003* – No. 3 Corvette C5-R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell – 3rd in GTS

No. 4 Corvette C5-R: Oliver Gavin/Kelly Collins – 1st in GTS

2003 – No. 3 Corvette C5-R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell/Franck Freon – 5th in GTS

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

2004 – No. 3 Corvette C5-R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell/Max Papis – 2nd in GTS

No. 4 Corvette C5-R: Olivier Beretta/Oliver Gavin/Jan Magnussen – 1st in GTS (Gavin pole, fastest race lap)

2005* – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell – 1st in GT1 (O’Connell pole, fastest race lap)

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Oliver Gavin – 2nd in GT1

2005 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell/Max Papis – 6th in GT1

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Oliver Gavin/Jan Magnussen – 1st in GT1 (Beretta pole, Gavin fastest race lap)

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

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Oliver Gavin/Jan Magnussen – 3rd in GT1 (Gavin fastest race lap)

2007 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell/Jan Magnussen – 3rd in GT1

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Oliver Gavin/Max Papis – 1st in GT1 (Gavin fastest race lap)

2008 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Ron Fellows/Johnny O’Connell/Jan Magnussen – 1st in GT1 (O’Connell pole, Magnussen fastest race lap)

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Oliver Gavin/Max Papis – 2nd in GT1

2009 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Jan Magnussen/Johnny O’Connell/Antonio Garcia – 6th in GT2

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Oliver Gavin/Marcel Fässler – 4th in GT2

2010 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Johnny O’Connell/Antonio Garcia – 6th in GT

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Oliver Gavin/Jan Magnussen/Emmanuel Collard – 1st in GT (Magnussen fastest race lap)

2011 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Olivier Beretta/Tommy Milner/Antonio Garcia – 17th in GT

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

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

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Richard Westbrook – 12th in GT

2013 – No. 3 Corvette C6.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Jordan Taylor – 6th in GT (Garcia/Magnussen ALMS GT title)

No. 4 Corvette C6.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Richard Westbrook – 10th in GT

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

No. 4 Corvette C7.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Ryan Briscoe – 4th in GTLM

2015 – No. 3 Corvette C7.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Ryan Briscoe – 6th in GTLM

No. 4 Corvette C7.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Ryan Briscoe – 3rd in GTLM

2016 – No. 3 Corvette C7.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Mike Rockenfeller – 4th in GTLM

No. 4 Corvette C7.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Marcel Fässler – 3rd in GTLM (Gavin/Milner clinch GTLM title)

2017 – No. 3 Corvette C7.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Mike Rockenfeller – 2nd in GTLM (Garcia/Magnussen clinch GTLM title)

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

2018 – No. 3 Corvette C7.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Marcel Fässler – 8th in GTLM (Garcia/Magnussen clinch GTLM title)

No. 4 Corvette C7.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Marcel Fässler – 2nd in GTLM

2019 – No. 3 Corvette C7.R: Jan Magnussen/Antonio Garcia/Mike Rockenfeller – 4th in GTLM

No. 4 Corvette C7.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner/Marcel Fässler – 7th in GTLM

2020** – No. 3 Corvette C8.R: Antonio Garcia/Jordan Taylor – 5th in GTLM

No. 4 Corvette C8.R: Oliver Gavin/Tommy Milner – 2nd in GTLM

2020 – No. 3 Corvette C8.R: Antonio Garcia/Jordan Taylor/Nicky Catsburg – 2nd in GTLM

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

2021 – No. 3 Corvette C8.R: Antonio Garcia/Jordan Taylor/Nicky Catsburg – 6th in GTLM

No. 4 Corvette C8.R: Tommy Milner/Nick Tandy/Alexander Sims – 4th in GTLM (Sims fastest race lap)

2022 – No. 3 Corvette C8.R: Antonio Garcia/Jordan Taylor/Nicky Catsburg – 5th in GTD PRO

2023 – No. 3 Corvette C8.R: Antonio Garcia/Jordan Taylor/Tommy Milner – 7th in GTD PRO

  • Two-hour, 45 minute races

** Six-hour race

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Interstate Batteries Racing: Ty Gibbs Charlotte Roval Advance

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Ty Gibbs
Charlotte Roval Advance
No. 54 Interstate Batteries Toyota Camry XSE for Joe Gibbs Racing

Event Overview

● Event: Bank of America Roval 400 (Round 32 of 36)
● Time/Date: 2 p.m. EDT on Sunday, Oct. 13
● Location: Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway Roval
● Layout: 2.28-mile, 17-turn road course
● Laps/Miles: 109 laps, 252.88 miles
● Format: Stage 1: 25 laps / Stage 2: 25 laps / Final Stage: 59 laps
● TV/Radio: NBC / PRN / SiriusXM NASCAR Radio

Notes of Interest

● The green colors of Interstate Batteries will adorn Ty Gibbs’ car one final time for 2024 this weekend at the Charlotte Roval. In all, Interstate Batteries will have 11 primary sponsorships on the NASCAR Cup Series schedule in 2024 spread amongst the four Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) Cup Series drivers. The final race for Interstate Batteries this season will be in the season finale at Phoenix Raceway, when Christopher Bell will driver a co-branded car with Dewalt and Interstate Batteries sharing the space one final time this season on his No. 20 Camry. Bell has high hopes for making the Championship 4 for the third year in a row.

● Gibbs heads to the Charlotte Roval 13th in the driver standings with 2,144 points as the schedule heads to the Charlotte (N.C.) Motor Speedway Roval with five races remaining in the 2024 season. Gibbs made the playoffs for the first time in 2024 but exited after the opening Round of 16.

● No Sophomore Slump for Gibbs: This weekend marks Gibbs’ third opportunity to race on the Charlotte Roval in a Cup Series car and also the North Carolina natives 83rd career Cup Series start. So far in 2024, Gibbs has had a strong season, bringing home one pole, eight top-five finishes and 12 top-10s in the 31 races contested so far this season. Gibbs has led 394 laps total – a career high – as he has come ever so close to his first victory in NASCAR’s top series.

● Roval History: Gibbs has made two career Cup Series starts on the Charlote Roval with a best career finish of fourth there last year in Interstate Batteries colors. Gibbs has also made two Roval starts in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, leading 24 laps before bringing home a best finish of second in 2022 en route to the Xfinity Series championship.

● At the age of 19 years, 9 months and 20 days, Gibbs made his first career NASCAR Cup Series start in the July 2022 race at Pocono (Pa.) Raceway for 23XI Racing. He became the 37th driver younger than 20 years of age to make a Cup Series start. He started at the rear of the field but completed all 160 laps on his way to an impressive 16th-place finish. Best of his 15 Cup Series in 2022 was his 10th-place result Aug. 7 at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn. Since then, Gibbs has had a career high finish of third four different times in 2024, as he has come close to tasting victory at NASCAR’s top level.

● Dazzling Debut: Gibbs was victorious in his NASCAR Xfinity Series debut in the February 2021 race on the road course at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway. He led 14 of the 56 laps and became the youngest driver to win an Xfinity Series road-course race at 18 years, 4 months and 16 days. The native of Charlotte, North Carolina, also became the second-youngest winner in Xfinity Series history behind Joey Logano, who won in June 2008 at Kentucky Speedway in Sparta at the age of 18 years, 21 days.

Ty Gibbs, Driver of the No. 54 Interstate Batteries Toyota Camry XSE

You have picked up incrementally everywhere you go this season. What is the reason for that, and what are your thoughts about racing at the Roval?

“I think that the experience is so big, especially for somebody like me who is so young and doesn’t have a lot of experience. It is so important and good to have. In your first years of experiencing something, you just learn so much as you keep going. The Roval has been a good place for me and I feel like we keep gaining there each time we go back. I’m hoping for another good run there and getting out front and having a chance at our first win. We have Interstate Batteries on our car this weekend and the first win would be extra special with them on board with us.”

What has been the biggest change for you in your move from the Xfinity Series to the Cup Series?

“I think you could say this is about all the top sports and motorsports in the world, talking to some of my friends that made the jump from college to pro football, it is just a huge jump, and everyone is so much better. It is a whole different environment. It is all different. It is all part of going from semipro to pro – you have to make that jump and that is hard. You just go every week and try to learn and you hope the end of these races play out the right way and we can bring home a win.”

Do you enjoy racing on the road courses?

“I really like the road courses. They’ve always been really fun, and the Roval is a place we were really strong at last year. I think this car is built for road courses. It is a lot of fun. I love going to Watkins Glen and the Roval. The Glen didn’t work out like we had anticipated, but hoping things do this weekend in Charlotte. We will see what happens.”

You’ve now raced on the Roval in the Xfinity Series and also the last two seasons in the Cup Series. What are your expectations for this weekend?

“Excited about the Roval. I do enjoy road-course racing, plus it is a home race, which will be nice. Good to have Interstate Batteries on the car for the final time this year. Norm (Miller, Chairman Emeritus) has been a longtime family friend, and Lain (Hancock, CEO/President) had been great, too. Always fun to have those guys on board with us any time we can. Hopefully we can give them a great run.”

How much more do you feel like you have this year when you go to your best tracks versus last year?

“I think just having more experience has really helped. The Charlotte Roval – I’ve had a bit more track time with Xfinity and running there with 23XI back in 2022. It is helpful to have experience there. I feel like it would be a lot different if we had more practice like they did years ago. You just have to use the valuable sim time you can get, study and go after it.”

No. 54 Interstate Batteries Team Roster

Primary Team Members

Driver: Ty Gibbs

Hometown: Charlotte, North Carolina

Crew Chief: Chris Gayle

Hometown: Little Rock, Arkansas

Car Chief: Nate Bellows

Hometown: Fairfax, Vermont

Spotter: Tony Hirschman

Hometown: Northampton, Pennsylvania

Race Engineer: Kyle Abrahims

Hometown: Spring Grove, Pennsylvania

Race Engineer: Evan Karl

Hometown: Ballston Lake, New York

Road Crew Members

Truck Driver: Ben Smith

Hometown: Greensboro, North Carolina

Mechanic: Ryan Towles Hometown: Salem, Virginia

Mechanic: Scott Eldridge

Hometown: Warsaw, Indiana

Truck Driver: Mike Yates

Hometown: Daytona Beach, Florida

Mechanic/Tire Specialist: Jeff Swearengin

Hometown: Elkhart, Indiana

Over-The-Wall Crew Members

Gas Man: Ian Anderson

Hometown: Pffattown, North Carolina

Jackman: Braxton Brannon

Hometown: Mooresville, North Carolina

Tire Carrier: Nick McBeath

Hometown: Miami, Florida

Front Tire Changer: Jackson Gibbs

Hometown: Charlotte, North Carolina

Rear Tire Changer: Kevon Jackson

Hometown: Chicago, Illinois

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