RICHMOND, Va. (Sept. 9 2010) — Another week, another new track for Pacific Northwest native Tayler Malsam as he prepares to make his 11th career start in the NASCAR Nationwide Series in the No. 10 Iron Horse Jeans Toyota for Braun Racing.
The 21-year-old from Sammamish, Wash., returns to series action in the No. 10 Iron Horse Jeans Toyota in the Virginia 529 College Savings 250 at 4:30 p.m. (PT) on Friday at Richmond International Raceway. The race will be televised on ESPN2 beginning with NASCAR Countdown at 4 p.m. (PT). ESPN2 will also show qualifying for the race at 1 p.m. (PT) on Friday.
Not slated for broadcast will be two practice sessions on Thursday, added to the regular raceweek schedule by NASCAR because Richmond will be the third race for the new Nationwide Series Car of Tomorrow (CoT). Longer and higher than the current car, the Nationwide Series CoT it is designed to be safer and easier for NASCAR to inspect, much like the Cup series CoT that debuted three years ago.
The CoT debuted at Daytona on July 2, was last used at Michigan on Aug. 14 and will be raced again at Charlotte on Oct. 15. Slated to become the series standard next year, NASCAR has followed a methodical plan in rolling out the CoT this season, using it at two superspeedways (Michigan, Daytona), an intermediate (Charlotte) and a short (Richmond) track.
Although drivers initially complained about the CoT’s handling at Daytona — extremely loose, or with the back end tending to step out toward the outside wall under throttle, was the most common complaint — teams were given more leeway to make setup adjustments at Michigan and the result was a more mixed review. Like many drivers at Michigan, Malsam compared the CoT to what he drove last season and earlier this year in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series.
“I like these new cars a lot; they drive more like the trucks than the old Nationwide car by punching a big hole in the air,” Malsam said after Michigan. “But with these cars you’re not going to get a perfect setup between loose and tight, so you have to pick the condition you want and work with it. And when you get around other cars the air being moved around can make whatever you’re dealing with worse.”
Friday’s race will be Malsam’s debut at Richmond, a mostly flat .75-mile tri-oval that many drivers consider to be one of the best venues in NASCAR. Since hosting its first NASCAR race in 1953, Richmond has been reconfigured four times and the current layout usually produces exciting side-by-side racing. Richmond has hosted two Nationwide Series races nearly every year since 1982, with current point leader Brad Keselowski winning the spring event earlier this year and former series champion Carl Edwards the fall race last year.
In his previous outing for Braun Racing, Malsam finished 23rd after being collected in a late race incident on Aug. 29 at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve road course in Montreal, another track new to the Washington state native. Prior to that he recorded back-to-back top-15 finishes in his debut at Watkins Glen on Aug. 7 and driving the CoT at Michigan. He was 18th in the CoT’s debut at Daytona and is also slated to drive the new car at Charlotte.
On the Web
www.taylermalsam.com
www.oneeightyracing.com
www.braunracing.com
www.ironhorsejeans.com
About One Eighty
One Eighty is a privately-held company located in downtown Seattle, Washington. Chairman and CEO, Dan Madsen has developed a combination of people, platform and pipeline focused on changing the way business is done. His drive is to make One Eighty not only a great company to work with, but also a great company to work for. Since 1988, his business philosophy has been simple – Always put people first and positively impact the lives of employees, customers and business associates everyday. This philosophy has been applied to One Eighty’s senior housing brands (Leisure Care, Leisure Care Premiere, Dolcetto and Signature 180.) They operate over 40 communities and nearly 7,000 units in the Western United States and Canada. One Eighty also owns hospitality brands Twist Travel™, PrimeFit™ and Edibility™ and is involved in One Eighty Racing, a NASCAR race team. For more information visit www.oneeightytwist.com.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
MasterCraft Safety Races Into NASCAR With New Camlock Restraints
Justin Lofton may be a new face in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series, but the 2004 Best In The Desert Rookie of the Year and former Class 1000 champion has a long history in the desert. It was in this rugged environment where Lofton originally relied on MasterCraft Safety products, and that relationship did not come to an end when the 24-year-old driver entered the high stakes NASCAR arena. Holding Lofton firmly in place at speeds exceeding 200 miles per hour are MasterCraft Safety’s new six-point SFI 16.5 Camlock Restraints, which were designed from the ground up specifically for the demanding conditions of NASCAR racing. The talented rookie placed in the top twenty in the first two races of the season, proving that he is a quick learner. Look for Lofton to continue his strong season at the Kroger 250 in Martinsville on March 27th.
Adding to Lofton’s safety and comfort is his MasterCraft Safety Signature Series two-layer race suit. Available in SFI 3.2A/1 and SFI 3.2A/5, MasterCraft Safety performance driving suits meet and exceed all relevant fire protection requirements while providing a comfortable fit and design with innovative features such as 360 degree soft Nomex® stretch knit arm attachments for unrestricted arm movement. Related products include fuel and pit crew fire suits, neck braces, helmet skirts, and elbow and knee pads for pit crew safety.
Based in Santee, California, MasterCraft Safety is the leading manufacturer of suspension seating, five-point restraints, window nets, and limit straps used in applications as varied as NASCAR and military vehicles. The common theme is that MasterCraft Safety is the first choice in environments where safety can mean the difference between life and death. MasterCraft Safety’s full-line of performance seating offers both comfort and protection in high “G” load situations and provides an 84% reduction of energy in a 50 G load impact. More information on MasterCraft Safety’s full-line of products can be found by visiting www.mastercraftsafety.com.
Based in Santee, California, MasterCraft Safety is the leading manufacturer of suspension seating, five-point restraints, window nets, and limit straps used in applications as varied as NASCAR and military vehicles. The common theme is that MasterCraft Safety is the first choice in environments where safety can mean the difference between life and death. MasterCraft Safety’s full-line of performance seating offers both comfort and protection in high “G” load situations and provides an 84% reduction of energy in a 50 G load impact. More information on MasterCraft Safety’s full-line of products can be found by visiting www.mastercraftsafety.com.
PGP HAS RACING OF ALL TYPES ON TAP THIS FALL AND WINTER
KENT, Wash. — (Sept. 7, 2010) The days may get shorter as the calendar rolls into Fall and Winter, but that doesn’t mean you have to stop racing and having fun at PGP Motorsports Park. No matter what type of racing you prefer, the Northwest’s premier multi-purpose motorsports facility has something to brighten your days from October to March and the racing is always rain-or-shine.
Karting. For kart pilots there will be a five-round Stars of Kart Series beginning on Nov. 7 and running on one Sunday each month through the finale on March 6, 2011. PGP will also offer Fall (beginning Oct. 9) and Winter (beginning Dec. 4) Rental Kart Series on Saturdays where no prior racing experience is required but 15 is the minimum age.
Lap Attack. For full-size four-wheel racers, PGP will have five rounds of the always popular Lap Attack Series once per month on Sundays beginning Oct. 10. Drivers in three categories, front-wheel Drive (FWD), rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD), will compete to turn the quickest times around PGP’s 14-turn .82-mile asphalt track.
Stars of Motorsports. The newest addition to the racing calendar at PGP is the five-round Stars of Motorsports Series, a multiple racing discipline competition one Sunday a month beginning Nov. 19. Cars, karts and bikes will compete on the same day, giving all of PGP’s drivers the chance to experience the full range of racing available at the state-of-the-art venue.
For complete schedules and more information on these exciting racing events, visit www.pacificgp.com.
In addition to the wide variety of racing on tap this Fall and Winter, don’t forget PGP is available for group events including anniversaries, birthdays, corporate and team-building events, and class reunions. Conveniently located and named one of the region’s Best Destinations in the King 5 Evening Magazine Best of Western Washington contest, PGP is the perfect venue for a fun and memorable event for groups ranging in size from 10 to several hundred. You set the date and leave all the details to PGP’s event-planning staff.
On the Web
Visit www.pacificgp.com, become a fan of “Pacific Grand Prix” on Facebook or follow @pacificgp on Twitter.
About PGP Motorsports Park
PGP Motorsports Park is the Northwest’s premier multi-purpose racing facility and is located in close proximity to the greater Seattle metropolitan area. Named “Best Guys Weekend Destination” for 2010 in the KING 5 Evening Magazine Best of Western Washington contest, the track is easy to get to and inexpensive to utilize, making PGP a rare combination of top-level racing excitement and affordability. For more information on PGP events and services, visit www.pacificgp.com or call (253) 639-7223.
PGP Motorsports media contact
Paul Zalud, (206) 390-9858, paul@pacificgp.com
Karting. For kart pilots there will be a five-round Stars of Kart Series beginning on Nov. 7 and running on one Sunday each month through the finale on March 6, 2011. PGP will also offer Fall (beginning Oct. 9) and Winter (beginning Dec. 4) Rental Kart Series on Saturdays where no prior racing experience is required but 15 is the minimum age.
Lap Attack. For full-size four-wheel racers, PGP will have five rounds of the always popular Lap Attack Series once per month on Sundays beginning Oct. 10. Drivers in three categories, front-wheel Drive (FWD), rear-wheel drive (RWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD), will compete to turn the quickest times around PGP’s 14-turn .82-mile asphalt track.
Stars of Motorsports. The newest addition to the racing calendar at PGP is the five-round Stars of Motorsports Series, a multiple racing discipline competition one Sunday a month beginning Nov. 19. Cars, karts and bikes will compete on the same day, giving all of PGP’s drivers the chance to experience the full range of racing available at the state-of-the-art venue.
For complete schedules and more information on these exciting racing events, visit www.pacificgp.com.
In addition to the wide variety of racing on tap this Fall and Winter, don’t forget PGP is available for group events including anniversaries, birthdays, corporate and team-building events, and class reunions. Conveniently located and named one of the region’s Best Destinations in the King 5 Evening Magazine Best of Western Washington contest, PGP is the perfect venue for a fun and memorable event for groups ranging in size from 10 to several hundred. You set the date and leave all the details to PGP’s event-planning staff.
On the Web
Visit www.pacificgp.com, become a fan of “Pacific Grand Prix” on Facebook or follow @pacificgp on Twitter.
About PGP Motorsports Park
PGP Motorsports Park is the Northwest’s premier multi-purpose racing facility and is located in close proximity to the greater Seattle metropolitan area. Named “Best Guys Weekend Destination” for 2010 in the KING 5 Evening Magazine Best of Western Washington contest, the track is easy to get to and inexpensive to utilize, making PGP a rare combination of top-level racing excitement and affordability. For more information on PGP events and services, visit www.pacificgp.com or call (253) 639-7223.
PGP Motorsports media contact
Paul Zalud, (206) 390-9858, paul@pacificgp.com
Alderman Awesome in RMCS Action at Meridian Speedway
BOISE, IDAHO (September 8, 2010) Thane Alderman of Las Vegas,, NV posted his third career CarbonX Rocky Mountain Challenge Series victory this past Saturday in round nine of the 10-race championship at Meridian (ID) Speedway. Alderman took the lead on lap 31 and never looked back edging Bruce Quale at the finish line. John Nesmith, John Dillon, and Eric Rhead rounded out the top five finishers in the event.Alderman qualified sixth and would start the race from the 11th position after the invert. John Dillon led all qualifiers to record his seventh Sharp Powder Coating Fast Time Award. Heat race winners included Jeff Pohlman and John Nesmith.Lonnie Lowder lead the field to green but it was Jaramie Fuss that took the lead on lap one over Dan Lowther. A-1 Heating & Air Conditioning rookie leader Eric Rhead then took the top spot on lap 5 where he held the point until Alderman took control on lap 31.While Alderman was at the point, quick qualifier John Dillon sliced his way into the top five and looked to have the fastest car on the track when he and title contender Lynn Hardy got together out of turn four and both cars spun down the front stretch on lap 50. Both were able to continue but Hardy suffered significant damage to the front end of his Chevrolet.Meanwhile, Bruce Quale showed early season form and nestled into the second position and started to reel in Alderman on lap 51. As Quale mounted a charge, local hotshoe John Nesmith used his considerable experience at Meridian to patiently work his way into the third position by lap 52.The top three stayed the same throughout the remainder of the race with Dillon making his way back to the fourth position when the checkered flag flew. Rhead scored his third consecutive top five finish crossing the line in the fifth position.By virtue of his sixth place performance, Steve Jones took over the point lead after John Newhouse suffered mechanical issues early in the race and finished in the 14th position; his first finish outside the top ten this season. Jones leads Newhouse by 20-points heading into the season finale at Magic Valley Speedway in Twin Falls, Idaho in two weeks."I am thrilled to finally get back to victory lane," Alderman said. "This is a fun little track at Meridian and we had a really good car last time out. I felt pretty good about our chances and when the race started the car just hooked up. It was a fun race and a great crowd. I couldn't be happier!"Finishing second for his third top five finish of the season was Bruce Quale. "This series is so tough and we have struggled a bit this year," Quale said. "The team has worked really hard and this is a great finish for all the guys. This place is tricky but we enjoy racing at Meridian and finishing like this what we strive for.""We rolled the car on the trailer without a scratch," stated third place finisher John Nesmith. "This is a new car for us and we still have to work out a few bugs but we are really happy. "We plan to run the entire RMCS schedule next season and this finish goes a long way proving that we will be competitive."Steve Jones took over the point lead after a sixth place performance. "After John (Newhouse) had some issues early in the event we kind of took it easy," Jones said. "We did not race anyone too hard and came out of here with the point lead. It is going to be exciting at Magic Valley. You could not ask for a better story line with the championship coming down to the final race."For his part, Newhouse was disappointed but eager for the final event. "Sometimes you can't help what happens on track," Newhouse said. "We had a great car and were running second. The guy in front of me parked it and I hit him. It all comes down tot he final race and we'll give it our best and hopefully it will propel us to the top."Jones leads Newhouse by 20-points with Bruce Quale moved up to the third position 131-points back with Lynn Hardy dropping to fourth. Brett Thompson rounds out the top five.The final event of the season for the CarbonX Rocky Mountain Challenge Series is Saturday, September 18 at Magic Valley Speedway in Twin Falls, Idaho. The event will wrap up the seventh season for the popular Late Model stock car series.The RMCS utilizes a racing format not found in ANY other regional touring series around the country. The top 20 qualifiers are inverted for every race putting fast time in the 20th starting position. This format ensures race fans see what they paid for and that is passing. Each driver is awarded three points per position gained in the event. Points are also awarded for qualifying and heat race finishes. Through the history of the series, the winning driver has averaged a 15th place starting position. To ensure competition, the RMCS pays it purse based on total point accumulation for the event and provides several special performance awards for each event. The CarbonX Rocky Mountain Challenge Series is a regional touring series that allows all competitors to race and gain experience on different types of racetracks. It is a high-quality professional racing series that offers maximum opportunity at an affordable price serving the intermountain West. The motto of the series is to “Race Hard and Have Fun!” For all the latest news and information regarding the CarbonX Rocky Mountain Challenge Series log onto www.rmcsracing.com. Photo credit: DJS Sports Marketing.
Progression Racing LLC. Launches New Driver Development Program
LOS ANGELES, CA (September 8, 2010) Progression Racing is pleased to announce a new driver development program for 15 aspiring racers interested in establishing their careers in NASCAR. All drivers have a greater than 50% chance of racing or testing at the next level. The program will feature a 14-race arrive-and-drive Late Model Stock Car series where drivers compete in equally prepared V-8, 435-Horsepower race cars provided by Competitive Edge Racing School.The overall winner of the development series will be awarded the opportunity to compete in a NASCAR Camping World Trucks Series race at Martinsville (VA) Speedway with Billy Ballew Motorsports. The second place driver will receive an ARCA race opportunity at Pocono Raceway (featured on SpeedTV) with Andy Belmont Racing. Drivers finishing third through eighth will receive an ARCA test with Andy Belmont Racing. Progression Racing is a full service driver development team focused on providing drivers with an equal opportunity to advance directly into NASCAR's upper echelon. In addition, Progression Racing will provide drivers with top of the line race training, marketing, fitness, and media exposure in order to further progress their careers. The development program enables aspiring drivers to compete against each other at an affordable price and award top drivers based strictly on their racing ability. For more information and to reserve your seat, please log onto http://et.ratepoint.com/5457cb43a3ec4043f6ecc2692a98daf4/d745a5740153fcfb1351bb52c8acd96a.Each driver participating in the program will receive additional benefits including: a sponsorship proposal package, over 2000 sponsor contacts, personalized sponsorship coaching over the phone with a nationally recognized coach, customized fitness program from Core Performance (who have trained the past 5 #1 NFL draft pics), and driver profiles featured on Examiner.com, distributed to national media, and in industry trade publications. The price for this exclusive program is less than $1800 per race for a chance at over $130,000 worth of prizes and incentives. "We are thrilled to announce this one of a kind racing opportunity," stated Russell Cude, President of Progression Racing. "This program is a collaboration among the best in the business and we are excited to award budget-minded racers a chance to showcase their talents at the next level. Every driver will receive unprecedented career coaching and opportunities that do not exist in motor racing today.”Official Marketing Partners:Competitive Edge Racing SchoolBilly Ballew MotorsportsAndy Belmont RacingCompetitive Edge Racing SchoolErnie Saxton Communications, INC.DJS Sports MarketingCore Performance
"Thank you for your interest in Progression Racing, a full-service driver development program. Progression Racing is focused on providing drivers with an equal opportunity to advance directly into NASCAR. In addition, we provide our drivers with top of the line race training, marketing, fitness, and media exposure in order to progress their careers!. Inquire today and jump start your future!"
"Thank you for your interest in Progression Racing, a full-service driver development program. Progression Racing is focused on providing drivers with an equal opportunity to advance directly into NASCAR. In addition, we provide our drivers with top of the line race training, marketing, fitness, and media exposure in order to progress their careers!. Inquire today and jump start your future!"
ASA Racing for September 9-12, 2010
ASA NORTHWEST SPRINT CAR RACING ASSOCIATION SPRINT CAR SERIES(Evergreen Speedway, Monroe, WA)The season finale for the fast asphalt winged sprint cars is this Saturday night on the fast 5/8-mile oval. Matt Hein will be going for his third championship in a row. www.nsraracing.com
GRAYS HARBOR RACEWAYElma, WASeason Championships are this Saturday night for all of the divisions. Main events only. Front gate opens at 3:30 p.m. www.graysharborraceway.com
MERIDIAN SPEEDWAY (Meridian, ID)The Late Model Sportsman Championship is this Saturday night. Plus, the Idaho Sprint Car and Roadster League, Legends, Mini Stocks and Jr. Stingers will be in action. Gates open at 4:00 p.m. racing at 6:30 p.m. www.meridianspeedwayonline.com
ROCKY MOUNTAIN RACEWAYS(West Valley City, UT)Weekly ASA Racing action this Saturday night. The USAC Sprint Cars, Maverik Modifieds, Super Stocks, Mini Cups, and Hornets will be in action. Gates open at 4 p.m. with qualifying at 5 p.m. Racing at 6 p.m. www.rmrracing.com
SKAGIT SPEEDWAY(Burlington, WA)The 6th Annual Flat Track World Championships Motorcycle, Kart and Outlaw Quad Challenge is this Saturday night. Now going on it's sixth straight year with Skagit PowerSports as the presenting sponsor, this event features national caliber motorcycle, quad and kart riders showing off their stuff on the ultra-smooth high-banked Skagit Clay. Racing at 7:00 pm. www.skagitspeedway.com
SOUTHERN OREGON SPEEDWAY (Medford, OR)This Saturday night it's the Points Championship for Pro Stocks, Dwarf Cars and Mini Stocks. Also running, Super 4's, Destruction Derby, and a 50-lap Enduro race for the Mini Stocks, Street Stocks and Thrill cars. And Moto-X Freestyle Night featuring Justin "Airtime" Ayers. www.sospeedway.com
YAKIMA SPEEDWAY(Yakima, WA)Will return to action on Saturday, September 18th with their Season Championships. www.yakimaspeedway.us
To learn more of the Daytona Beach, Fla.-based American Speed Association call (386) 258-2221 or send an e-mail to info@asa-racing.com. For news and information from all the racetracks and regional tours involved in the ASA, visit www.ASA-Racing.com. ASA®, ASA Racing®, and American Speed Association® are registered trademarks of Racing Speed Associates, LLC. ASA International, LLC and Racing Speed Associates, LLC are not related to or affiliated with ASA Late Model Series.
GRAYS HARBOR RACEWAYElma, WASeason Championships are this Saturday night for all of the divisions. Main events only. Front gate opens at 3:30 p.m. www.graysharborraceway.com
MERIDIAN SPEEDWAY (Meridian, ID)The Late Model Sportsman Championship is this Saturday night. Plus, the Idaho Sprint Car and Roadster League, Legends, Mini Stocks and Jr. Stingers will be in action. Gates open at 4:00 p.m. racing at 6:30 p.m. www.meridianspeedwayonline.com
ROCKY MOUNTAIN RACEWAYS(West Valley City, UT)Weekly ASA Racing action this Saturday night. The USAC Sprint Cars, Maverik Modifieds, Super Stocks, Mini Cups, and Hornets will be in action. Gates open at 4 p.m. with qualifying at 5 p.m. Racing at 6 p.m. www.rmrracing.com
SKAGIT SPEEDWAY(Burlington, WA)The 6th Annual Flat Track World Championships Motorcycle, Kart and Outlaw Quad Challenge is this Saturday night. Now going on it's sixth straight year with Skagit PowerSports as the presenting sponsor, this event features national caliber motorcycle, quad and kart riders showing off their stuff on the ultra-smooth high-banked Skagit Clay. Racing at 7:00 pm. www.skagitspeedway.com
SOUTHERN OREGON SPEEDWAY (Medford, OR)This Saturday night it's the Points Championship for Pro Stocks, Dwarf Cars and Mini Stocks. Also running, Super 4's, Destruction Derby, and a 50-lap Enduro race for the Mini Stocks, Street Stocks and Thrill cars. And Moto-X Freestyle Night featuring Justin "Airtime" Ayers. www.sospeedway.com
YAKIMA SPEEDWAY(Yakima, WA)Will return to action on Saturday, September 18th with their Season Championships. www.yakimaspeedway.us
To learn more of the Daytona Beach, Fla.-based American Speed Association call (386) 258-2221 or send an e-mail to info@asa-racing.com. For news and information from all the racetracks and regional tours involved in the ASA, visit www.ASA-Racing.com. ASA®, ASA Racing®, and American Speed Association® are registered trademarks of Racing Speed Associates, LLC. ASA International, LLC and Racing Speed Associates, LLC are not related to or affiliated with ASA Late Model Series.
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