Austin Berry Motivated by Boost Received from New Relationship With Team SRI Motorsports, SRI Performance and Stock Car Steel

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Fun Promotions in Store for Fans During 2023 Season

Mifflin, PA – February 18, 2023

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Original Photo by Derick Kriner Photography

Austin Berry Racing continues to build their program through continuous improvements on and off the track.  The team recently bolstered the reliability of their parts quality and supply by forming a relationship with national racing parts supplier, SRI Performance of Mooresville, NC.

Comprehensive Components and Parts Supplier

SRI Performance is an automotive performance parts distribution company.  SRI maintains a large inventory of new and used racing parts for all types of circle track, drag racing, street performance, off-road and diesel applications.  SRI carries hundreds of leading brands such as Clevite, Cometic, JE Pistons, Ford Racing, and many, many more.

“One of the great things about SRI is they are a one stop shop for anything from racing tires, sheet metal, headers, and bearing components, to nuts, bolts, and drive shafts.  Having a partner like that saves us a lot of time, not just money.“, Berry said.

 

Excellent Customer Service and Industry Leading Knowledge

SRI prides themselves on their top notch customer service, wide range of knowledge and competitive pricing.  SRI’s staff has a wide range of experiences and backgrounds themselves but can also connect you with someone who has an expertise in the area you need help with.  

“Any racer will tell you, when you need to get something fixed to get to the next race, time is of the essence.  The quick responses from SRI’s customer service team are really helpful when we need to make decisions quickly.“, Berry explained.

“The resources and knowledge they bring to the table are incredibly valuable too.  I was striking out finding a set of headers to be able to get them in time.  I got on the phone with Randy (Keene) and a few days later he was able to find exactly what I need, plus get them drop-shipped right to our shop.  Randy has been absolutely great to me and awesome to work with.“

SRI Technical Sales Engineer, Randy Keene, is equally optimistic about the new relationship with Austin Berry Racing.  

“We are really excited to partner with Austin and his team.  We believe there are big things to come from both Austin and SRI, and this relationship with help those things happen.“, Keene stated.

Promotions and Fan Engagement

Austin Berry Racing and SRI Performance are in the early stages of planning some fun promotions for the 2023 season to give back to the fans while promoting the great products and services SRI provides that could help your team too!  

Stay tuned to the online outlets listed below for more information as the season unfolds!

Get more information at SRIPerformance.com

Store Address: 122 Knob Hill Road, Mooresville, NC 28117
Toll Free: 1-877-604-8077
Phone: 704-662-6982
Fax: 704-662-3059
E-mail: [email protected]

 

FACEBOOK

Facebook.com/SRIPerformance

Facebook.com/TeamSRIMotorsports

Facebook.com/SRIUsedParts

Facebook.com/StockCarSteel

 

TWITTER

Twitter.com/SRIPerformance

 

INSTAGRAM

Instagram.com/SRIPerformance

 

YOUTUBE

YouTube.com/@StockCarSteelSRI

AUSTIN BERRY RACING

Bio & Media Info:  A2DPR.com/AustinBerry

Press Releases:  A2DPR.com/LatestNews

Facebook:  Facebook.com/AustinBerryRacing

Twitter:  Twitter.com/AustinBerryRacn

Shop:  A2DPR.com/Shop

PUBLIC RELATIONS

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We keep fans engaged with your story through our personalized press releases
We promote your marketing partners to give them the value they want for their investment
We increase driver & team visibility to reach more fans and potential marketing partners
We present the polished, professional image that marketing partners want representing them
We leverage our audience and business model to achieve all of the above

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The Story Behind Kody Hartlaub’s New Number and New Adventures

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Team Builds Depth On Heels of Very Productive and Consistent 2022 Season

East Berlin, PA – February 18, 2023

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Photo Credit:  Jeremy Zarfos Photography

A team coming off a season as good as Kody Hartlaub Racing’s 2022 season typically wouldn’t change their program much, but the word ‘new’ is popping up a lot for the East Berlin, PA resident this offseason.

For example:  New shop.  New website.  New number.  New baby.

New Division?  More on that later.

 

Fatherhood

That’s right.  Kody Hartlaub recently became a father.  The proud dad and wife Audrey have a healthy, happy new daughter. Addison Anne, who was born on January 13, 2023.

“Fatherhood is nothing like I expected but everything I expected at the same time. It’s definitely a change of pace but I love it and can’t wait to get her to the races.”, Hartlaub shared.

Addison Anne Hartlaub

 

New Digs!

Before the arrival of the family’s new addition, Hartlaub was busy guiding the construction of the team’s new race shop.

Hartlaub had been renting a shop with Alan Krimes for two years, but with Krimes buying a house and moving his stuff into his own shop, it was time for Hartlaub to do the same.

“I’m thankful for my parents for going ahead and building it and my sponsors Pat (Brewer Home Improvements) and Meradith (Herr Electric) for all the time and work they put in to help make the new shop possible.”, Hartlaub said.

A glimpse of Hartlaub’s new shop (Photo Credit: Jeremy Zarfos Photography)

 

New Number?

The most surprising new thing for most folks might be the number that adorns the wing of the Brewer Home Improvements, Moose Blocks, Smith Titanium, SRR Engines, Siegel Racing, T&N Solutions, Inch & Co. Real Estate, Bigham Appraisals, Pretzel Boy, HAAS Shocks, Chop Designs, Herr Electric, Kody Hartlaub Racing machine.

In 2023 the 358ci sprint car will carry the number 95, and there’s a good reason for it.

Hartlaub’s number from his days in R/C, karting and up through the ranks was 95.  When he got an opportunity to step into the 358ci sprint car division, it was in a No.11, so he rolled with it.

After taking 2019 off from racing, Hartlaub came back under the wing (pun intended) of Jim and Steve Siegel. With all the help and knowledge they passed down, Hartlaub decided racing with the familiar Steve Siegel No.2 on his wing was one of the best ways to say “Thank you”. That remained the case through the 2022 season.

In 2023, Jim Sielgel’s son, Jude, will step into the 358ci sprint car ranks.  Hartlaub felt the right thing to do was give up the number so Jude could race it to keep up the family tradition.

With that, Hartlaub will return to his original No.95 where it all began.

 

A Look Back

2022 was a solid year for Hartlaub.   His stats are well-documented.  Hartlaub garnered a 2nd place finish in Lincoln Speedway’s Championship Point standings, earned the Williams Grove Speedway 358 sprint car Rookie of the Year award, finished 2nd in the 358 Summer Series points, and finished 5th in the season championship point standings at Williams Grove Speedway.

A great year, but the driven Hartlaub sees what’s missing:  wins and championships.  He will look to remedy that in 2023.

 

A Look Ahead

A goal of Hartlaub’s in 2022 was to improve the depth of his program.  You win championships by being prepared; never being sidelined.  

Those were the thoughts that drove Hartlaub and his team to compile depth in their parts last season, now in the off-season they have assembled two complete cars with motors, thus achieving the next goal in their building process.

“Our goals for the 358 for 2023 are to go each week and contend for wins. We won’t worry about points as much. That may mean in certain situations we take more calculated chances instead of points racing.”, Hartlaub shared.

 

Moving On Up!

While his will focus on his 358 schedule at Lincoln and Williams Grove, the big news is that Hartlaub will look to expand his 410 sprint car experience.  The team has acquired a 410 engine and plans to compete in a handful of races, maybe 5-10 events, on off weekends for the 358 division.

Hartlaub’s expectations are not lofty.  This will be about learning and building something the right way.

 

“My goal in the 410 is just to learn as much as possible at the select shows we choose to run.  My goal every time I hit the track will be to be better than the last time.“, Hartlaub said.

 

New Website

As if he didn’t have enough on his plate this off-season, Hartlaub also oversaw the project of developing a new website for his team.  KodyHartlaub.com is live and will serve as a great place for fans to follow his 2023 season and pick up their favorite merchandise!

Fans can also find Hartlaub on the social media outlets listed below.

All race results, press releases and other updates will be available all season long by following Addicted2DirtPR.com and their social media outlets listed below as well.

 

Thank You

“I want to express my sincere thanks to Jeremy Zarfos, not only for his terrific shots of our new car this year, but for all the photos he has provided in the past and for his ongoing support of our team.“, Hartlaub commented.

“I also want to say how thankful I am for Pat Brewer and Brewer Home Improvements.  Pat’s continued involvement and support is immensely appreciated.  I also want to thank MooseBlocks.com, SRR Engines, Smith Titanium, Siegel Racing and all our partners who have continued to support us.  Please patronize those businesses and thank them for supporting racing.  We are aiming to put them in victory lane in 2023.”

 

KODY HARTLAUB RACING

Press Releases/Results:   A2DPR.com/latest-news

Website:  KodyHartlaub.com

Facebook:    Facebook.com/KodyHartlaubRacing

Twitter:   Twitter.com/KodyHartlaub

Broadcast coverage of Lincoln Speedway events is available at FloRacing.com

Broadcast coverage of Williams Grove Speedway events is available at DirtVision.com

SPECIAL THANKS

As always, thank you to all our sponsors and partners, including our silent partners who do everything they can to help but ask for nothing in return!  Below are the businesses…the people…the families…that make what these teams do possible. 

PLEASE take the time to browse this information and help the teams by giving your business to these partners. 

Most importantly, tell them WHY you patronized them and thank them for being involved in racing!

THANKS TO OUR PARTNERS! 

The entire team would like to express their appreciation to all their partners for the support during the 2023 racing season!

Brewer Home Improvements, LLC

MooseBlocks.com

Smith Titanium

SRR Engines

Siegel Racing

T and N Solutions

Inch & Co. Real Estate

Bigham Appraisal

Pretzel Boy

HAAS Shocks

Chop Designs

Herr Electric

PUBLIC RELATIONS

Addicted2Dirt PR and Media Management provides personal and powerful dirt motorsports public relations.  We are a central Pennsylvania based business with a love of and passion for dirt racing and the people who make the sport what it is.

We keep fans engaged with your story through our personalized press releases
We promote your marketing partners to give them the value they want for their investment
We increase driver & team visibility to reach more fans and potential marketing partners
We present the polished, professional image that marketing partners want representing them
We leverage our audience and business model to achieve all of the above

Visit our website, A2DPR.com, to learn more about us and follow along with the stories of our race teams!  

Follow A2D on Social Media!  We are @Addicted2DirtPR on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok!  Follow hashtag #TeamA2D!

And of course, don’t forget to subscribe to our YouTube Channel so you are always notified of our latest video features, recaps and stories for #TeamA2D! 

Contact us via Email at:  [email protected]