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David Ragan 2016David Ragan Joins BK Racing

HUNTERSVILLE, NC (January 25, 2016) – NASCAR Sprint Cup Series veteran David Ragan will join the BK Racing line-up to pilot the No. 23 Toyota Camry for the 2016 season.

Ragan will join teammate Matt DiBenedetto at BK Racing, which will field two full-time Sprint Cup entries this season.

During his 15-year career across all three national touring divisions, Ragan has claimed four victories, 33 top-fives, and 93 top-tens. His most recent trip to Victory Lane came at Talladega Superspeedway in the 2013 Aaron’s 499.

“I’m happy to be part of something that has so much growth potential,” said Ragan. “(Team owner) Ron (Devine) has steadily built his program over the last five years.

“He’s made an even greater commitment in 2016 with new cars, equipment, and additional personnel. I feel that we’ll be in a position to bring the team to the next level. I’m looking forward to the season.” Continue reading “David Ragan Joins BK Racing”

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The Final Lap Weekly Podcast LogoSHOW #394 – Guest: Daniel Suarez – We discuss drivers without a ride, tons of news of the week, including Tulsa stuff, Batman Vs. Superman, Hamlin’s knee, Bass Pro Shops, Rico Abreu, Toby writes an article or two, and more. Hosted by Kerry Murphey Toby Christie

( Roughly 48:00 mins)

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Continue reading “The Final Lap Weekly NASCAR Podcast #394 Daniel Suarez – Charlotte Media Tour”

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Jan. 20, 2016

By Seth Livingstone
NASCAR Wire Service

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Brian Scott knows he’s in a pretty good place.

In 2016, the 28-year-old Idaho native will compete in a loaded field for NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Sunoco Rookie of the Year honors with the logo of Richard Petty Motorsports emblazoned on his chest.

“It’s pretty cool,” said Scott, speaking Wednesday at the Charlotte Motor Speedway Media Tour in the NASCAR Hall of Fame. “Richard Petty: Just when you say his name you think of so many things. You think 200 wins. You think seven championships. You think about the guy in the cowboy hat – the ‘King.’

“I’ve had the opportunity to drive for Joe Gibbs. I’ve had the opportunity to drive for Richard Childress, and now I have the opportunity to drive for Richard Petty. I don’t think there’s a lot of people who can say that. So, to be around him and Dale Inman (Hall of Fame crew chief) in the shop and to try to be a sponge and soak in everything they say – at the same time being honored to carry the Richard Petty logo and name – that is pretty special.” Continue reading “Richard Petty Motorsports readies for success with Scott and Almirola”

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Jan. 20, 2016

By Seth Livingston
NASCAR Wire Service

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – It was difficult to tell who was more excited on Wednesday when the Charlotte Motor Speedway Media Tour wheeled into the Ford Technical Center in Concord, North Carolina.

Take your pick: There were the legendary Wood Brothers, returning to full-time racing in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series, Ford Racing, unveiling its new version of the No. 21 Fusion, and driver Ryan Blaney, preparing to continue his own family’s racing tradition by running a full rookie season in the NSCS. Continue reading “Wood Brothers, Blaney have a lot to be excited about”