Martin Truex, Jr. returned to form at Sonoma showing off his road course skills by leading 51 of the 110 laps. MTJ was in the Top 10 in both early stages and was obviously set up for the long green flag runs that occurred.
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Petty’s Garage Debuts New Website
LEVEL CROSS, N.C. (June 14, 2023) – Petty’s Garage has a new look. Although its historical address is still the same, its online presence has a new, energized, and fan-friendly look. Fans can now go to www.pettysgarage.com to look for and order their favorite car parts. The parts are both customized by the professional staff at Petty’s Garage or can be purchased from over one hundred different supply partners. If you need a car part, www.pettysgarage.com is now the place to order.
Sonoma: How Did New England-Connected Drivers Do?
Aric Almirola won the Xfinity race while Parker Kligerman of Westport, CT came in fifth with Boston’s Kaz Grala placing 20th while Kyle Weatherson was 22nd. Blair Perkins finished 30th with Anthony Alfredo of Ridgefield, CT placing 37th, Weatherson and Perkins both drive team cars for Cape Cod’s Chris and Mary Our who call Harwich, MA home.
NASCAR’s Garage 56 Entry Completes 24 Hours of Le Mans
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 11, 2023) – For more than two years, a collection of executives and engineers from NASCAR, Hendrick Motorsports, Chevrolet, Goodyear and IMSA worked to execute NASCAR Chairman and CEO Jim France’s vision to compete in the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
NASCAR Cup Series News & Notes – Sonoma Raceway
Busch’s bid for a third title seems more and more likely
For the first time since 2010-2011, the Richard Childress Racing organization has put up back-to-back seasons (2022-2023) of at least three NASCAR Cup Series wins. Over the last two years, the one common denominator in the RCR Victory Lane celebrations has been crew chief Randall Burnett, who has led Tyler Reddick to three wins in 2022, and now has led veteran Kyle Busch to three wins this season.
NASCAR XFINITY Series News & Notes – Sonoma Raceway
Stewart-Haas Racing’s Cole Custer lands his first road course win
JR Motorsports’ Justin Allgaier appeared to have the race at Portland International Raceway in the bag last weekend, which would’ve made him the first back-to-back winner of the 2023 season. But he got knocked out in Turn 1, ultimately giving Stewart-Haas Racing’s Cole Custer a straight shot to Victory Lane.
NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series News & Notes – Off Weekend
Grant Enfinger wins over-time thriller at World Wide Technology Raceway
After leading a race-high 65 laps, GMS Racing’s Grant Enfinger won his second race of the 2023 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series season at World Wide Technology Raceway. This was Enfinger’s ninth victory in 162 CRAFTSMAN Truck Series races and his first win at the 1.25-mile oval.
Prime Video Greenlights NASCAR ‘Garage 56’ Le Mans Documentary
NEW YORK—June 7, 2023—Today, Prime Video greenlit a new documentary from NASCAR Studios that will chronicle NASCAR’s special “Garage 56” entry at the 100th anniversary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. The documentary will premiere exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. The “Garage 56” documentary is the latest addition to the Prime membership. Prime members in the U.S. enjoy savings, convenience, and entertainment, all in a single membership.
Results of New England-Connected NASCAR Drivers At Gateway and Portland
Kyle Busch won the Cup race at Madison, IL on Sunday …
NASCAR’s Garage 56 Entry Wins Pit Stop Challenge at 24 Hours of Le Mans
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (June 6, 2023) – Though the distinct roar of the NASCAR Garage 56 Chevrolet has earned global attention at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, it was NASCAR’s over-the-wall athletes who took center stage – and a victory – on Tuesday.