Category: Truck Series

Fred’s to sponsor Gilliland at Daytona

MOORESVILLE, NC (February 4, 2019) – DGR-Crosley announced today that team co-owner David Gilliland will drive the team’s No. 17 entry in the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series season opener at Daytona (Fl.) International Speedway. Gilliland’s Toyota Tundra will carry sponsorship from Fred’s, a general merchandise retailer with over 600 locations nationwide.

Fred’s first partnered with DGR-Crosley last season, sponsoring them in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series and Truck Series. The relationship will continue into the 2019 season beginning at Daytona with Gilliland behind the wheel as he fills in for 17-year-old Tyler Ankrum.

“We are excited to continue our relationship with David and Bo [LeMastus] at DGR-Crosley this year,” said, Milton Peters. “They showed tremendous speed and efforts last year, and we are proud to be back this season. David is a veteran behind the wheel and has seen a lot of success at restrictor plate tracks. It made perfect sense for us to partner with him at Daytona.”

The NextEra 250 at Daytona will mark Gilliland’s third truck series start at the two-and-a-half-mile track. During his most recent start in 2018, he collected the Pole and led for 30 laps before being caught up in an accident with five laps remaining. Overall this will mark Gilliland’s 24th career start at the famed Daytona International Speedway where he has collected one top-five and four top-10 finishes. He has also qualified on the Pole three times.

“It means a lot that Fred’s is coming back on board with our team this season,” said Gilliland. “As a team owner these relationships are super important, and we’ve really enjoyed working with Milton and the team at Fred’s. We also excited to welcome Valvoline, CONAIR and Maxell to DGR-Crosley for this race. There’s a lot of exciting things going on – I’m looking forward to building these partnership both as a driver and owner.”

Gilliland will be filling the seat for 17-year-old Tyler Ankrum in Daytona, who will be forced to miss the first three races of the season due to NASCAR’s age restrictions.

“Daytona is a special race track, there’s nothing like it,” Gilliland remarked. “It’s even more special that I get to drive a DGR-Crosley prepared Tundra that our guys have been working so hard on. I think we legitimately have a shot to go down there, open some eyes and show how competitive we are going to be this season.”

The NextEra 250 will be broadcast live on FS1 on Friday, February 15 at 7:30 p.m., ET.

ABOUT Fred’s: Fred’s is a Memphis, Tenn. based general store chain operating 600 locations nationwide. Fred’s also features pharmacies in some of those locations. Visit Fred’s online at www.fredsinc.com, and visit their social media pages @FredsInc on Facebook and Twitter.

Kickass Beef Jerky partners with Boyd for twenty-three races in 2019

Concord, NC (February 1, 2019) – Spencer Boyd is proud to welcome back a familiar partner in Kickass Beef Jerky as an associate sponsor for the 2019 NASCAR Gander Outdoor Truck Series Season. As previously announced last month, Team Chevrolet driver, Spencer Boyd, will pilot the No. 20 Silverado for Young’s Motorsports.

Charles Littel started Kickass Beef Jerky by producing and selling it out of his own butcher shop in Sauk City, Wisconsin. In 2017 the family business was taken over by fourth generation, Jeremy Littel. Jeremy has worked tirelessly to bring Kick Ass products into 20 states including Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois and Michigan. The family owned premium snack company sponsored Boyd for several races last year in Boyd’s first full time NASCAR campaign.

“I’m extremely thankful we are able to continue this relationship with Kickass Beef Jerky,” says Boyd. “Jeremy and all the guys over at Kickass Beef Jerky have been such a great addition to our racing family. All my fans genuinely love their product and I can’t wait for them to be on board my No. 20 Silverado all season.”

Kickass Beef Jerky owner, Jeremy Littel, commented on the extended partnership with Boyd, “We absolutely love having Spencer as a spokesperson for our company. He is one of the hardest working drivers in NASCAR. We are all very excited to see Spencer soar in the Gander Outdoor Truck Series this year as he continues his rise in NASCAR.”

Kickass Beef Jerky will serve as an associate sponsor for Boyd and the No. 20 Young’s Motorsports Silverado for all twenty-three races in 2019. Go to kickassbeefjerky.com to check out their product line up and use promo code BOYD20 for 20% off select Kick Ass snacks.

STATESVILLE, N.C. (Jan. 31, 2019) – NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series (NGOTS) winner and veteran Timothy Peters will join Niece Motorsports, piloting the No. 44 Chevrolet Silverado for the first three races of the 2019 season.

Peters, who is an 11-time winner in the NGOTS will drive the No. 44 Friends of Jaclyn Foundation Chevrolet in the season-opening event at Daytona International Speedway, followed by races at Atlanta Motor Speedway and Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

“I’m really excited for the opportunity to race the first three races for Niece Motorsports,” said Peters. “Al Niece, Cody Efaw and everyone within Niece Motorsports have been working very hard towards the 2019 season, and I’m looking forward to showing what we can accomplish and build in these first three races. Also, it is an honor to represent the Friends of Jaclyn Foundation at Daytona. We hope to bring awareness to children that have been diagnosed with brain tumors and other pediatric cancers. Thanks to everyone that made this opportunity possible. Daytona here we come!”

Peters has 10 NGOTS starts at Daytona International Speedway, visiting Victory Lane at the esteemed track in 2010. Additionally, Peters won at Las Vegas Motor Speedway in 2013.

In 2018, Peters made five starts, earning one win, two top-five and four top-10 finishes. The veteran racer is no stranger to superspeedway success – he led the final lap in last season’s event at Talladega Superspeedway to capture his 11th NGOTS victory.

“Timothy is a proven winner and we are thrilled to have him on board to start this season,” said General Manager Cody Efaw. “He has a ton of experience in these trucks and obviously a tremendous amount of talent. As a team we are excited about what Timothy brings to the table and look forward to running up front with him behind the wheel.”

The No. 44 Chevrolet will carry the Friends of Jaclyn Foundation colors at Daytona International Speedway. The Friends of Jaclyn Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life for children battling pediatric brain tumors and other childhood cancers and to raise awareness through their Adopt-A-Child, Safe on the Sidelines and Guardian Angel Programs. For more information visit friendsofjaclyn.org.

The NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series season will kick off at Daytona International Speedway on Friday, February 15, 2019.

About Niece Motorsports:

Niece Motorsports is owned by United States Marine Corps Veteran Al Niece. In 2019, Niece Motorsports enters its fourth season in the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series, with drivers Ross Chastain, Reid Wilson and Timothy Peters. Niece also owns Niece Equipment, which has for over 40 years provided clients with reliable products at competitive prices. Niece Equipment’s reputation is built on service, integrity and dependability. The company provides water and fuel / lube trucks that are engineered with quality and durability in mind for the construction and mining industry. Follow the team on Facebook and Instagram @NieceMotorsports as well as Twitter @NieceMotorsport.

STATESVILLE, N.C. (Jan. 22, 2019) – Race-winning crew chief, Phil Gould will join Niece Motorsports in 2019, serving as the crew chief for the No. 45 TrüNorth™ Chevrolet Silverado driven by Ross Chastain and Reid Wilson during the 2019 NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series (NGOTS) season.

Gould was most recently with Roush Fenway Racing, as crew chief for Ryan Reed in the NASCAR XFINITY Series (NXS). In three seasons together, the pair made the Playoffs each year and earned a victory at Daytona International Speedway in 2017.

“I’m excited for the opportunity to join Niece Motorsports,” said Gould. “Niece Motorsports has really built a strong program in the last few years, and the Truck Series has some of the most exciting racing in NASCAR, so I’m really looking forward to what this season has in store.”

Prior to joining Niece Motorsports, Gould served as crew chief for Elliott Sadler while at Roush Fenway, and Brian Scott while at Richard Childress Racing.

Gould entered the NASCAR scene when he moved to North Carolina in 2000, spending his first year in motorsports as a mechanic in the NXS with driver Mike Stefanik.

In 2001, Gould moved to Evernham Motorsports, working on Bill Elliott’s No. 9 team as a mechanic and rear tire carrier. Gould helped secure victories with the No. 9 team at Homestead-Miami Speedway in 2001 and in the Brickyard 400 in 2002.

Gould joined Richard Childress Racing in 2003 as a mechanic on the No. 21 NXS Chevrolet. He was a valued asset as the team captured the NXS Owner’s title with Kevin Harvick and Johnny Sauter.

In 2004, Gould became the car chief of the No. 2 NXS Chevrolet at RCR with Ron Hornaday and then with Clint Bowyer in 2005.

Starting in 2006, Gould served as the car chief of the No. 07 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series (MENCS) Chevrolet at RCR working with Clint Bowyer and Casey Mears.

Midway through the 2009 season, Gould transferred over to a new role as the car chief of the No. 29 MENCS Chevrolet with Kevin Harvick. Gould was a part of the team that earned back-to-back third-place finishes in the Chase for the MENCS Cup in 2010 and 2011.

“Phil brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the table – we are fortunate to have him on board at Niece Motorsports,” said General Manager Cody Efaw. “I was a car chief for Phil in 2016, so I can attest to his team-first mentality and strong work ethic. I think Phil will be a great fit with Ross and Reid this season.”

Last season, Chastain made three starts with Niece Motorsports, at Bristol Motor Speedway, Texas Motor Speedway and Homestead-Miami Speedway, earning a best finish of 12th at Bristol Motor Speedway.

In September, Chastain broke into the Winner’s Circle in the NXS, after putting on a dominating performance at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, winning each stage of the race and leading 180 of 200 laps.

Wilson, who will split the No. 45 ride with Chastain, competed in three NGOTS events in 2018; at Martinsville Speedway, Iowa Speedway, and Homestead-Miami Speedway, with Wilson’s best finish of 16th coming at Martinsville Speedway.

Prior to moving into the NGOTS, Wilson competed in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East, where he had a 50 percent top-10 rate. In 2018, he was named No. 46 in MotorsportsAnalytics.com’s ranking of the top 75 NASCAR Cup Series prospects. “Reid hasn’t competed regularly in a NASCAR ladder division, but when he does appear, he’s proven formidable,” stated David Smith, president of Motorsports Analytics.

The No. 45 Chevrolet driven by Chastain in the season-opening event at Daytona International Speedway will feature a special TrüNorth™/Paul Jr. Designs paint scheme. TrüNorth™ is the leading provider of commercial asset related warranty programs and services for dealers, fleets, owner-operators, and commercial finance companies,

The NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series season will kick off at Daytona International Speedway on Friday, February 15, 2019.

About Niece Motorsports:

Niece Motorsports is owned by United States Marine Corps Veteran Al Niece. In 2019, Niece Motorsports enters its fourth season in the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series, with drivers Ross Chastain and Reid Wilson. Niece also owns Niece Equipment, which has for over 40 years provided clients with reliable products at competitive prices. Niece Equipment’s reputation is built on service, integrity and dependability. The company provides water and fuel / lube trucks that are engineered with quality and durability in mind for the construction and mining industry. Follow the team on Facebook and Instagram @NieceMotorsports as well as Twitter @NieceMotorsport.

The Quality Auto Parts Company Selects Boyd For Multi-Race Sponsorship

Concord, NC & Westford, MA (January 17, 2019) – Spencer Boyd Racing and 1A Auto Inc. are proud to announce 1A Auto’s sponsorship of NASCAR driver, Spencer Boyd, for the 2019 NASCAR Gander Outdoors Series. 1A Auto will make its debut on the Young’s Motorsports’ No. 20 Chevrolet Silverado at the NextEra Energy 250 at Daytona on February 15, 2019.

“This is an exciting partnership that started with me researching how to change a sensor on my personal car,” states Boyd. “I found 1A Auto’s videos to be super helpful so I figured I’d start a conversation with their team and here we are. With the fleet of Silverados that Young’s Motorsports is preparing this season, I know we’ll represent the quality 1A Auto expects by running well this year.”

President of 1A Auto, Michael Green, commented on the partnership, “We know the connection between NASCAR fans and sponsors of the sport is very strong. When we got to know Spencer a little better, saw the work he has put in to get where he is today and how well aligned our values are, we knew he was a great fit. Our goal since my brother and I started this company has been to empower people to perform their own auto repairs with quality parts. We could think of no better platform than the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Series to continue to spread that message.”

The partnership will include Spencer in multiple how-to videos at 1A Auto’s research and development center, where parts are tested for quality with the company’s fleet of test vehicles. In addition to the videos and superior quality of parts, 1A Auto offers free same-day shipping and expert customer support right here in the USA.

On the heels of his first full-time season in the NASCAR Xfinity Series, the 23 year old driver announced earlier this month that he will pilot the No. 20 Chevrolet Silverado for Young’s Motorsports. Having run limited schedules in the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Series in the past, Boyd is eligible and will compete for Sunoco Rookie of the Year in 2019.

About 1A Auto:

Brothers Rick and Mike Green founded 1A Auto, online auto parts retailer, to empower people to accomplish their own auto repairs. The company’s passion for “putting customers first” is what has fueled 1A Auto’s growth from a small company selling out of a local garage into a high-tech online aftermarket auto parts retailer.

Statesville, N.C. (January 10, 2019)— GMS Racing announced today that 2018 NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series (NGOTS) champion driver Brett Moffitt will join the organization for the 2019 season. The 26-year-old Grimes, Iowa native will be defending his championship title in GMS’ No. 24 Chevrolet, alongside veteran crew chief Jerry Baxter.

The addition of Moffitt will complete GMS’ driver lineup for the 2019 season:

· Moffitt will drive the No. 24 Chevrolet Silverado with crew chief Jerry Baxter in the NGOTS

· Rookie Sheldon Creed will drive the No. 2 Chevrolet Silverado with crew chief Doug Randolph in the NGOTS

· John Hunter Nemechek will drive the No. 23 Chevrolet Camaro with crew chief Chad Norris in the NASCAR Xfinity Series

· Sam Mayer will drive the No. 21 Chevrolet in the NASCAR K&N Pro Series East and limited races in the ARCA Racing Series and the NGOTS

· Halmar Friesen Racing also renewed its technical alliance with GMS Racing to field the No. 52 Chevrolet Silverado for Stewart Friesen

Moffitt won the 2018 NGOTS championship with his sixth victory of the season at Homestead-Miami (Fla.) Speedway. In his first full season competing in the NGOTS, he earned six wins, 13 top-five finishes and led 269 laps. In 2017, Moffitt competed in seven Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series races, one Xfinity event and five Truck Series races. He has seven career wins in the Truck Series and was the 2015 Monster Energy Cup Series Sunoco Rookie of the Year.

“I’m excited to be given the chance to defend my 2018 championship,” Moffitt said. “I have to thank the Gallagher family and everyone at GMS for this opportunity. I can’t wait to start working with Jerry and the guys to kick off the season at Daytona in a few weeks.”

“Brett will be an excellent addition to the GMS organization,” said Mike Beam, team president. “Last year he showed the racing world the amount of talent and determination he has, especially while facing some adversity throughout the season. We look forward to helping him win his second championship and ours as well.

“We have a strong driver lineup in every series we’ll compete in this year. Maury Gallagher has given us the tools and personnel we need to compete for several championships.”

ABOUT GMS RACING

GMS Racing competes full-time in the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series with drivers Brett Moffitt and Sheldon Creed, and in the NASCAR Xfinity Series with John Hunter Nemechek. The team also expanded their competition to the NASCAR K&N Pro Series, as well as in the ARCA Racing Series with Sam Mayer. Since the team began in 2014, GMS Racing won the 2016 NGOTS Championship and has grown to occupy several buildings located in Statesville, N.C. The campus also includes operations for GMS Fabrication. More information can be found at https://gmsracing.net/.

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Statesville, N.C. (January 9, 2019)— GMS Racing announced today the team will part ways with driver Johnny Sauter effective immediately. Sauter has been with GMS since the 2016 season when he claimed the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series championship.

‘We cannot thank Johnny enough for his contributions to the growth and success of GMS Racing,” said Mike Beam, team president. “He won the first championship for us and added a lot of trophies to our shop. We wish him all the best for his future endeavors, both in and out of racing.”

Future plans regarding the driver of the No. 21 team will be forthcoming.

ABOUT GMS RACING

GMS Racing competes full-time in the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series with driver Sheldon Creed, and in the NASCAR Xfinity Series with John Hunter Nemechek. The team also expanded their competition to the NASCAR K&N Pro Series, as well as in the ARCA Racing Series with Sam Mayer. Since the team began in 2014, GMS Racing won the 2016 NGOTS Championship and has grown to occupy several buildings located in Statesville, N.C. The campus also includes operations for GMS Fabrication. More information can be found at https://gmsracing.net/.

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Two-time ARCA Racing Series presented by Menards winner Gus Dean (@GusDean) will join Young’s Motorsports full-time for the 2019 NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series (NGOTS) season, the Mooresville, N.C.-based team announced this morning at the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte.

Dean, a native of Bluffton, S.C., will compete for Rookie of the Year honors in the No. 12 Chevrolet Silverado. 2018 ARCA Racing Series championship crew chief Jeff Stankiewicz will lead the team’s efforts this season.

LG Air Conditioning Technologies will join Dean in his leap to one of NASCAR’s national platforms. LG will support Dean in a primary role for a minimum of eight races, while serving as an associate partner for the entire 23-race schedule.

LG Air Conditioning Technologies is a leading player in the global air conditioning market with innovative commercial and residential air conditioners and building management solutions. With a robust lineup of ducted and duct-free products, LG enables contractors to develop the solution that’s perfectly suited for any project.

The partnership kicks off with the season-opening NextEra Energy Resources 250 at the Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway on Friday, February 15.

“LG Air Conditioning Technologies is excited to sponsor Gus Dean and the Young’s Motorsports team during the 2019 NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series with Baker Distributing,” said Kevin McNamara, senior vice president and general manager, Air Conditioning Technologies, LG Electronics USA. “We wish the team the best of luck and look forward to a successful racing season.”

Longtime Dean supporter and Jacksonville, Fla.-based, Baker Distributing will continue their support and promote LG Air Conditioning Technologies’ introduction to the NASCAR industry.

“We are very happy to continue our longstanding relationship with Gus Dean – while helping facilitate and successfully bring LG Air Conditioning Technologies to NASCAR,” Baker Distributing president Matt Roth said.

“Gus is a talented race car driver and will continue to be a remarkable ambassador for Baker while establishing a new and winning relationship with LG Air Conditioning Technologies. It’s going to be a great season.”

“This is an unbelievable opportunity,” Dean said. “I’m psyched and very honored to represent LG Air Conditioning Technologies and Young’s Motorsports in my move to the NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series. Without them and the longtime support of Baker Distributing – my dream to be a full-time NASCAR driver would not be possible.

“I’m looking forward to the challenges this season will bring, but I feel confident that my relationship with Jeff (Stankiewicz), the support of Tyler (Young), Randy (Young) and the entire Young’s Motorsports team, we will have a successful season.”

Dean, 24, joins Young’s Motorsports on the heels of two full-time seasons in ARCA Racing Series competition competing for Win-Tron Racing. During the 2017-2018 seasons, the South Carolinian earned one win, two poles, 12 top-five and 24 top-10 finishes.

Additionally, he earned his first career ARCA Racing Series victory in his second series’ start in a nail-biting finish at the Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway in 2016 competing for Mason Mitchell Motorsports.

Young’s Motorsports team principal Tyler Young says the addition of Dean is destined to strengthen the team’s program in 2019.
“I have known Gus Dean for a long time,” sounded Young. “We were fellow competitors in the CARS Pro Cup division and I know his passion to succeed is something that fits well within our organization.

“As a team, we are very excited for Gus to climb behind-the-wheel of the No. 12 LG Air Conditioning Technologies Chevrolet Silverado.

“He has two full seasons of ARCA Racing Series competition under his belt and has done a very good job. We believe he will do very well in the NASCAR Gander Outdoor Truck Series for Young’s Motorsports.”

In addition to competing in the season-opening Truck Series race, Dean will pull triple-duty during Speedweeks 2019 competing in the ARCA Racing Series season-opener at Daytona on February 9 with Win-Tron Racing aboard the No. 32 CAB Installers Chevrolet SS and running select nights during the World Series of Asphalt Stock Car Racing at New Smyrna (Fla.) Speedway in the No. 56 BakerDist.com Super Late Model for Dean Racing.

For more on Gus Dean, please visit his GusDean.com or like him on Facebook. Dean tweets too. Follow him on Twitter @GusDean.

To learn more about LG Air Conditioning Technologies, please visit lghvac.com.

For more on Baker Distributing Company, please visit bakerdist.com.

For more information on Young’s Motorsports, please visit YoungsMotorsports.com, follow @youngsmtrsports on Twitter, @youngsmotorsports on Instagram and like us on Facebook at facebook.com/YoungsMotorsports.

About LG Electronics USA Air Conditioning Technologies:
The LG Electronics USA Air Conditioning Technologies business is based in Alpharetta, Ga. LG is a leading player in the global air conditioning market, manufacturing both commercial and residential air conditioners and providing total sustainability and building management solutions. From consumer and individual units to industrial and specialized air conditioning systems, LG provides a wide range of products for heating, ventilating and air conditioning.

The company’s industry-leading variable refrigerant flow (VRF) technology minimizes efficiency losses, provides sustainable energy savings and offers some of the lowest life cycle cost of any system on the market today. LG is a 2018 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year-Sustained Excellence. LG Electronics USA, based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., a $55 billion global force and technology leader in consumer electronics, mobile communications, home appliances and air solutions.

For more information, please visit lghvac.com.

About Baker Distributing Company:
Founded in 1945, Baker Distributing Company (bakerdist.com) is engaged in the sales and distribution of HVAC, refrigeration and food service, equipment, parts and supplies for residential and commercial applications.

With over 200 locations in 22 states, each Baker Distributing Sales Center is staffed by the most knowledgeable and customer service-oriented people in our industry. With a complete inventory of HVAC/R products and technical assistance, our Sales Centers can provide you with the products and information you need to make your job and you more efficient.