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Lattomus Scores First Top Five in Season Full of Firsts

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Port Royal, PA – June 2, 2025

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Photo Credit:  Derick Kriner Photography

Preston Lattomus entered his rookie season as a winged 410 sprint car driver knowing nearly every night would bring a new ‘first’.  

While not all of those firsts make headlines, there is always a positive element to each of them.  Each first represents a step forward in gaining experience.  Each first is progress, even if the results don’t feel like it.

Over the past two weekends, Lattomus has conquered two more firsts.  One of them is headline-worthy.

 

QUICK RESULTS:

  • Date/Location:  May 24, 2025 – Bob Leiby Memorial, Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Stats:  Heat 3rd (3), A-main 4th (5)
  • Date/Location:  May 31, 2025 – Port Royal Speedway, Port Royal, PA
  • Stats:  Group 4 Qualifying 7th, Heat 6th (7), B-main 5th (4)
 

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Saturday night, May 24th, Lattomus entered the Bob Leiby Memorial at Lincoln Speedway in Pennsylvania and got his night off to a positive start by posting a 3rd place finish in his heat race, keeping Lincoln veterans Brandon Rahmer and Matt Campbell at bay.

In the 30-lap finale that night, Lattomus started on the inside of the third row and surged into a podium spot for the majority of the race before dropping one spot to a 4th place finish to earn his first career top-five finish in winged 410 sprint car competition.

“The first top 5 in a 410 just shows improvement from the first couple of races, which helps a lot with confidence.  It helps to run up front with good cars.”, Lattomus commented.

“I started up front in a feature at the beginning of the year and went straight backwards. So, to stay upfront and pass some cars shows the improvement in only a few races since then at Lincoln.”

This past Saturday night, with Lincoln Speedway cancelling their program due to the weather, Lattomus opted for a night at Port Royal Speedway.  The Lewes, DE driver has several past appearances at ‘The Speed Palace’, but this was his first time in a winged 410 sprint car.

Lattomus registered the 7th quickest lap in his qualifying group but was never able to quite recover from that.  He gained one spot in his heat race but fell one spot short of transferring to the main event.  In the B-main, he lost one spot and again fell one spot short of making the finale.  

The night wasn’t measured by the results, though.  The experience was gained, and the notebook was a little thicker for the next time.

“Port Royal has always been one of my favorite tracks to watch and especially race at.  We have shown so much speed every time we go there.”, Lattomus shared.

“The 410 is definitely a completely different animal at Port, and it will take some getting used to. I think we can get really good there and learn to enjoy the place as much as I have before in other divisions.”

REMINDER

Don’t forget to check out the team’s new website,  PrestonLattomus.com!  You’ll find all the latest news, schedule, results, stats, and photos.

Be sure to stop and visit Lattomus at the track and pick up one of his new hero cards that feature a unique logo marking the Lewes, DE driver’s rookie 410 sprint car season, as well as a bio, stats, and photos of Lattomus and the Capitol Custom Trailers & Coaches, E-Z GO, Betts Garage No.91.  Stop by to see Preston at the track, and he will be happy to autograph one for you!

UP NEXT

Lattomus has a three-race weekend on tap June 6th, 7th, and 8th.  He will compete with the All Star Circuit of Champions at Williams Grove Speedway on Friday and Lincoln Speedway on Saturday, then will move on to BAPS Motor Speedway on Sunday.

photo credit: Jeremy Zarfos / WRT Speedwerx

ABOUT  PRESTON LATTOMUS

Preston Lattomus is an 18-year-old sprint car driver from Lewes, Delaware. He has rapidly emerged as a promising talent in the racing scene. He began his journey with quarter midgets, securing four USAC National Championships, and transitioned into micro sprints with multiple wins in Pennsylvania. In 2023, Preston made a swift and successful move to the 358 sprint cars, quickly adapting to the challenges and capturing three wins in 2024. Looking forward to 2025, he will compete in the 410 sprint car division at the wheel of the Capitol Custom Trailers and Coaches’ 91.

Follow Preston’s season at:  PrestonLattomus.com 

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Addicted2Dirt PR and Media Management specializes in enhancing race teams’ visibility through strategic PR services. A2D offers a comprehensive range of services, from handling strategic PR initiatives like press releases and social media content to providing coaching and consulting to empower teams to manage their own public relations effectively and affordably. Whether you need A2D to manage your PR or want to learn how to do it yourself, A2D is committed to helping you build a loyal fanbase and attract marketing partners! 

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ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Rich “MrAddicted2Dirt” Watts is a passionate fan-turned-PR expert who helps elevate racing teams’ public relations in the dirt motorsports industry. With extensive knowledge and connections, he helps teams boost visibility, grow loyal fanbases through proven strategies, and secure marketing partnerships. Rich also offers PR coaching and consulting services, plus shares his insights as a speaker and podcast guest. 

To learn more or to contact Rich about an opportunity, visit MrA2D.com!

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Hartlaub Working on Mental Game to Reach Next Level

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York Haven, PA – May 28, 2025

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Jeremy Zarfos / WRT Speedwerx

In recent years, Kody Hartlaub has made a pretty regular habit of getting better as the race night goes on.  It was never a surprise to see him pass five or ten cars in an A-main to salvage a night that got off on the wrong foot in qualifying.

This season has been the opposite for the East Berlin, PA driver.  He has had a good car and been on his game early in the night, logging good qualifying efforts, including his first overall quick time at Lincoln Speedway.

So, how does the driver of the Brewer Home Improvements, J Fuels, Bigham Appraisal, Moose Blocks, Griffith Plumbing Services, T&N Solutions No.95 explain the contrast to past seasons?

 

QUICK RESULTS:

  • Date/Location:  April 27, 2025 / BAPS Motor Speedway, York Haven, PA
  • Stats:  Group 4 Qualifying 1st, Heat 3rd (4), A-main 9th (5)
  • Date/Location:  May 7, 2025 / Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Stats:  Group A Qualifying 8th, Heat 5th (4), A-main 22nd (19)
  • Date/Location:  May 10, 2025 / Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Stats:  Group B Qualifying 10th, Heat 7th (5), B-main 12th (8)
  • Date/Location:  May 17, 2025 / Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Stats:  Qualifying 1st, Heat 8th (4), A-main DNF 24th (19)
  • Date/Location:  May 18, 2025 / BAPS Motor Speedway, York Haven, PA
  • Stats:  Group 4 Qualifying 3rd, Heat DNF 9th (2), B-main 9th (17)
  • Date/Location:  May 23, 2025 / Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Stats:  Group B Qualifying 6th, Heat 3rd (2), B-main 9th (12)

 

“The problem has mostly been the driver.”, Hartlaub said.  

His face wore a grin, but he was quite serious.

“The guys are giving me a great car.  I need to get myself to a place where I’m as good as the car.  I have really been working on the mental side of the game.  Fans probably don’t realize how big that part of it is.”, Hartlaub added.

Hartlaub has had conversations with veteran Danny Dietrich about the mental approach to sprint car racing.  Among other things, they discussed thinking two laps ahead, setting up moves, and when to be aggressive.

The bottom line:  the driver is still a huge part of this sport.

Sure, equipment matters.  It’s true everyone has mostly the same stuff to race with and that setup knowledge is important.  That said, a perfect car is still only as good as the driver at the wheel.

“We have been good early whether the track is heavy or slick. It was really cool to get my first quick time but then we got hit in the heat race and ended up starting in the back of the feature.”, Hartlaub shared.

“We know we have a fast car.  We just need to put a full night together.  That means making the right adjustments on the car and it means me being better in the seat.”

OUTLAW SWING

Hartlaub qualified for the World of Outlaws A-main at Lincoln Speedway but fell short of making the field at Williams Grove.

“I should have been more aggressive at Lincoln in the feature.  With the competition at that level, you have to be on all the time.”, Hartlaub said.

“We were disappointed to miss the show at Williams Grove.  The track was a little different than normal at the start of the night, and we overreacted.  We made changes early that we shouldn’t have.  We need to get better at thinking ahead and not being reactive.  That’s as true in the pits as it is behind the wheel.”

THE INCIDENT

One night after setting quick time at Lincoln, Hartlaub had another good night going at BAPS Motor Speedway.  He qualified 3rd in his group and was running 2nd in his heat race when his battle for that spot with Aaron Reutzel came to an abrupt end.  

Reutzel was passing Hartlaub on the high side coming off turn four at the halfway point of the heat race when he made a hard left, creating contact and causing Hartlaub’s No.95 to spin.  

Reutzel was penalized and sent to the rear of the field for the move.  Hartlaub showed his displeasure with the Texas driver for the move.

“I’m not proud of what I did there in the heat of the moment.”, Hartlaub said.

“It’s not an excuse, but it is frustrating when we work so hard and it’s taken away by a move like that.  I needed to win that heat to get in the redraw, so I was racing hard to get to the front.  I do appreciate the officials at BAPS (Motor Speedway) for making the call right away.”

To ‘add insult to injury’ as the saying goes, the team’s truck that tows their race rig lost an engine on the way home that night. 

UP NEXT

Hartlaub will be back in action Saturday, May 31st, at Lincoln Speedway’s Steve Smith Tribute race.

ABOUT  KODY HARTLAUB

Kody started racing go-karts in 2005. Over five seasons he won championships at Hunterstown and Shippensburg, and finished 2nd in the PA State series. Following the 2009 season, he moved up to race 600 micro sprints on a limited basis, but then spent a few years away from the sport. In late 2015 Kody tested in a 358 sprint car and started a partial schedule in 2016. In 2018, he raced the majority of the season but then sat out again in 2019. He returned to 358 sprints in 2020 on a very limited schedule, then in 2021 he was able to complete his first full season at Lincoln Speedway.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • 2024 410 Sprint car rookie of the year at Williams grove and lincoln speedways
  • 2023 Lincoln Speedway 358 Sprint car champion, including 3 victories
  • 2022 358 sprint car Rookie of the Year at Williams Grove Speedway
  • 2022: 2nd in Lincoln Speedway & SUMMER SERIES 358 sprint car points
  • 2022: 5th in Williams Grove Speedway 358 sprint car points
  • 2021: first career 358 sprint car victory (Lincoln Speedway)

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ABOUT ADDICTED2DIRT PR & MEDIA MANAGEMENT

Addicted2Dirt PR and Media Management specializes in enhancing race teams’ visibility through strategic PR services. A2D offers a comprehensive range of services, from handling strategic PR initiatives like press releases and social media content to providing coaching and consulting to empower teams to manage their own public relations effectively and affordably. Whether you need A2D to manage your PR or want to learn how to do it yourself, A2D is committed to helping you build a loyal fanbase and attract marketing partners! 

Visit A2DPR.com to learn more!

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Rich “MrAddicted2Dirt” Watts is a passionate fan-turned-PR expert who helps elevate racing teams’ public relations in the dirt motorsports industry. With extensive knowledge and connections, he helps teams boost visibility, grow loyal fanbases through proven strategies, and secure marketing partnerships. Rich also offers PR coaching and consulting services, plus shares his insights as a speaker and podcast guest. 

To learn more or to contact Rich about an opportunity, visit MrA2D.com!

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Austin Berry Focuses on Continuous Improvement Ahead of Speedweek

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Port Royal, PA – May 22, 2025

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Derick Kriner Photography

Austin Berry kicked off his super late model season in mid-April, a little later than usual for the Mifflin, PA native in his 11th super late model season.  As he pulled into Port Royal Speedway in mid-May, he only had three races under his belt.  

Berry was still in early season learning mode, working to determine what his Rocket Chassis No.86 wanted to achieve the speed and consistency he was looking for.  The quality fields that are the norm at Port Royal make for an unforgiving place for learning.  You have to be on your game from start to finish.

QUICK RESULTS:

  • Date/Location:  May 17, 2025 / Port Royal Speedway, Port Royal, PA
  • Division:  Super Late Model
  • Stats: Heat 6th (3), A-main 15th (17)

 Saturday night, was only Berry’s second visit of the season to Juniata County, Pennsylvania oval.  The night began with a little luck.  Berry was running 5th in his heat race when he cut a tire. Nevertheless, as a result of the misfortune of other drivers, he transferred to the A-main by virtue of officially finishing 6th. 

Despite starting 17th in the feature, Berry used a solid half-dozen opening laps o quickly move up to the 12th position.  However, the middle portion of the race proved more challenging and he slipped back a few spots in his Tuscarora Restoration, Juniata Veterinary Clinic, Berry’s Siding & Seamless Gutter, Dye It Rite, SRI Performance, VP Racing Fuels No.86.

By the race’s end, Berry managed to regain momentum, finishing 15th. He noted that his lap times in the final stage were within two-tenths of a second of his quickest lap early in the race.

Reflecting on the race, Berry shared, “Overall, Saturday night was somewhat positive. We worked through some tightness in the car early on and discovered a few adjustments that could be beneficial moving forward. My conversations with Paul and the guys down at Rocket Chassis have equipped us with valuable insights; now, it’s a matter of applying them at the right times.”

“The way the car fired off the first few laps in the feature, I felt great.  I thought we were going to drive right up into the top ten.  I’m really not sure what happened in the middle of the race to be honest.  Might have been the car transitioning or maybe it was on me.”

UP NEXT

Looking ahead, Berry and his team have decided to take a weekend off from racing. This pause will allow them to regroup and focus on preparations for the upcoming Speedweek, where they plan to participate in the initial races at Clinton County and Port Royal. 

The team will look to cash in on past successes at those tracks.  Berry recorded a podium finish at Clinton County in the 2023 Speedweek opener and he has numerous top ten finishes, including one victory, at Port Royal Speedway.

“I need to get a lot done at the house my wife and I are building, plus we want to be well-prepared for the opening races of Speedweek, so there will be plenty to do this weekend.”, Berry shared.

“Those first two races of Speedweek are a good opportunity for us to find our groove and get a couple good runs under our belt.  We’re looking forward to those.”

All season long, fans can keep up with Austin Berry Racing’s news, schedule and more at the team’s website, AustinBerryRacing.com, built by the great folks at My Race Pass!

ABOUT  AUSTIN BERRY

Austin started racing go-karts in 2005 in PA. In 2007, he began competing in the WKA, VDKA, and other small series in the Southeastern U.S. His career evolved to Legends cars midway through the 2011 season, and in 2012, he entered a driver development program in NC. After three seasons of Legends, Austin decided to stick to his Pennsylvania home and go dirt Super Late Model racing in 2015.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • First super late model win June 2021 at Port Royal Speedway
  • 2019 & 2021 Most Improved Super Late Model Driver at Port Royal
  • 2016 Selinsgrove Speedway Super Late Model Rookie of the Year

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Sponsorship opportunities with Austin Berry Racing are available for the 2025 season!  Email us at [email protected].

Photo Credit: Derick Kriner Photography

ABOUT ADDICTED2DIRT PR & MEDIA MANAGEMENT

Addicted2Dirt PR and Media Management specializes in enhancing race teams’ visibility through strategic PR services. A2D offers a comprehensive range of services, from handling strategic PR initiatives like press releases and social media content to providing coaching and consulting to empower teams to manage their own public relations effectively and affordably. Whether you need A2D to manage your PR or want to learn how to do it yourself, A2D is committed to helping you build a loyal fanbase and attract marketing partners! 

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ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Rich “MrAddicted2Dirt” Watts is a passionate fan-turned-PR expert who helps elevate racing teams’ public relations in the dirt motorsports industry. With extensive knowledge and connections, he helps teams boost visibility, grow loyal fanbases through proven strategies, and secure marketing partnerships. Rich also offers PR coaching and consulting services, plus shares his insights as a speaker and podcast guest. 

To learn more or to contact Rich about an opportunity, visit MrA2D.com!

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Ross Seeking Consistency, Motor Issues Halt Potential Top Ten Run with High Limit at Grandview

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Bechtelsville, PA – May 22, 2025

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Derick Kriner Photography

If you compiled a list of 410 sprint car teams capable of competing for top five finishes and wins, yet often find themselves falling short despite their potential, it would probably be a long one.

Tyler Ross and the Ross Racing team have to be at or near the top of that list so far in 2025.  The Lincoln University, PA product was coming off arguably his best 410 sprint car campaign in 2024 and was well-positioned for a breakout season.

The stats aren’t bad at all.  A lot of teams would take seven top ten finishes in sixteen races.  

For Ross, though, the expectation is top fives, wins, and most of all, consistency.  Those goals are still well within reach.

THERE’S A BRIGHT SIDE

Tuesday night, Ross returned to Grandview Speedway in Bechtelsville, PA, to compete with the High Limit Racing series.  In 2024, he earned a front row starting spot and recorded a top ten finish at the event.

Ross appeared poised to repeat the performance and quickly erase some of his early 2025 frustrations.  He qualified 9th in the stout 30-car field and backed it up with a runner-up finish in his heat race.  He would start the A-main from inside row five.

At the halfway mark of the 35-lap feature, while in a back-and-forth battle for the 10th spot the motor started to sour under the hood of the Ross Racing, Bush Auto Group, Fastrak Express Inc., Stateline Truck and Trailer, Stoltzfus Farm Service/Kubota, Betts Garage No.5.  To prevent further damage, Ross retired from the event.

“That was tough.  We needed a good run to help boost the team’s confidence.  Although we didn’t end up with a good result, we are happy to show the speed we had all night long until we had the engine malfunction.”, Ross shared.

“We are going to focus on the night as a whole and not worry about what the result says. There were a lot of things we did well that we have been struggling with in the past few races.”

 

QUICK RESULTS:

  • Date/Location:  May 7, 2025 / World of Outlaws at Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Stats:  Group B Qualifying 17th, Heat 7th (10), B-main 8th (10)
  • Date/Location:  May 10, 2025 / World of Outlaws at Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Stats:  [Anthony Motorsports No.19] Group A Qualifying 22nd, Heat 10th (11), C-main 5th (7)
  • Date/Location:  May 17, 2025 / Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Stats:  Qualifying 3rd, Heat 2nd (4th), A-main 8th (5)
  • Date/Location:  May 18, 2025 / BAPS Motor Speedway, York Haven, PA
  • Stats:  Group 3 Qualifying 6th, Heat 6th (6), B-main 1st (3), A-main 19th (21)
  • Date/Location:  May 20, 2025 / High Limit Racing at Grandview Speedway, Bechtelsville, PA
  • Stats:  Qualifying 9th, Heat 2nd (2), A-main 24th (9)

 

DIALING IT IN

In early May, Ross took on the World of Outlaws at Lincoln Speedway.  The team was still shaking down a car they had just put together and had only raced once.  A poor qualifying result put the team behind from the start, and ultimately Ross ended his night in the B-main.

“We were just off all night.  If you don’t qualify well with these guys, it’s hard to climb out of the hole.  The good news is we learned some things about what this car wants.”, Ross said. 

Ten days later, Ross bounced back at Lincoln’s Fallen Firefighters race.  He timed well and made the redraw with a 2nd-place finish in his heat race.  Ross started 5th in the finale but missed the setup just a little and ended up 8th.

The following night at BAPS Motor Speedway, Ross failed to transfer through his heat as a result of a self-described “driver error”.  He went on to win the B-main to get in the show.  He managed a 19th-place finish.

“Right now, my guys are really working hard to get me comfortable and confident behind the wheel.  I’ve been off since the wrecks early in the year.  I need to do a better job, and I think we will be right on track.”, Ross shared.

“Last night (at Grandview), we finally felt like we were where we needed to be.  We’re hopeful we can carry that run we had going into the upcoming races.”

UP NEXT

Ross and his team are currently weighing their options for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend and expect to announce their plans soon.

Follow Ross Racing on Facebook to keep up with the latest announcements, schedule information, and news.

ABOUT  TYLER ROSS

Tyler started his racing career in 2002 in quarter midgets. At the age of 14, he jumped into the 600 micro scene. At the age of 18, he started his sprint car career in the 358 division and, shortly after, jumped to the 410 division. He owns (9) 358 sprint wins, (4) 360 URC feature wins, and (7) 410 sprint car feature wins, plus he earned the 2015 URC Rookie of the Year award.

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 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship opportunities with Ross Racing are available for the 2025 season!  Contact the team today at [email protected].

photo credit: Jeremy Zarfos / WRT Speedwerx

ABOUT ADDICTED2DIRT PR & MEDIA MANAGEMENT

Addicted2Dirt PR and Media Management specializes in enhancing race teams’ visibility through strategic PR services. A2D offers a comprehensive range of services, from handling strategic PR initiatives like press releases and social media content to providing coaching and consulting to empower teams to manage their own public relations effectively and affordably. Whether you need A2D to manage your PR or want to learn how to do it yourself, A2D is committed to helping you build a loyal fanbase and attract marketing partners! 

Visit A2DPR.com to learn more!

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Rich “MrAddicted2Dirt” Watts is a passionate fan-turned-PR expert who helps elevate racing teams’ public relations in the dirt motorsports industry. With extensive knowledge and connections, he helps teams boost visibility, grow loyal fanbases through proven strategies, and secure marketing partnerships. Rich also offers PR coaching and consulting services, plus shares his insights as a speaker and podcast guest. 

To learn more or to contact Rich about an opportunity, visit MrA2D.com!

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Keen Building Foundation for Success with Mark Smith

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Port Royal, PA – May 21, 2025

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Derick Kriner Photography

Kyle Keen’s 2025 racing season has been quite disjointed so far.  There have been welcome interruptions, like the arrival of he and his wife Taylor’s first child in April, and of course, there have been plenty of unwanted disruptions by Mother Nature.

On the somewhat distant heels of one race at Port Royal Speedway in late March and another at BAPS Motor Speedway in mid-April, Keen was finally able to return to the track the past two weekends.

Keen and team made their first ever trip to Tri-City Raceway Park in Franklin, PA on May 9th, then returned to Port Royal Speedway on May 17th.

QUICK RESULTS:

  • Date/Location:  March 29, 2025 / Port Royal Speedway, Port Royal, PA
  • Stats:  Heat 8th (5), B-main 12th
  • Date/Location:  April 13, 2025 / BAPS Motor Speedway, York Haven, PA
  • Stats:  Qualifying 9th, Heat 6th (9), A-main 22nd (23)
  • Date/Location:  May 9, 2025 / Tri-City Raceway Park, Franklin, PA
  • Stats:  Heat 5th (4), A-main 11th (14)
  • Date/Location:  May 17, 2025 / Port Royal Speedway, Port Royal, PA
  • Stats:  Heat 5th (4), A-main 22nd (19)

 

RECENT RECAPS

Keen made his first-ever visit to Tri-City Raceway Park’s half-mile oval on May 9th, and he was forced to jump right into the figurative ‘deep end of the pool’.  There was no hot lap session for sprint cars, so it was right to a heat race for the Carlisle, PA driver.

Following a 5th-place run in the heat, Keen took what he had learned and made adjustments to prepare for the 25-lap A-main.  He raced to a respectable 11th-place finish later that night in his debut.

“Definitely an improvement from where we have been and almost locked in a top 10, but of course we’re still not where we want to be.”, Keen said. 

“We started passing cars in the feature, and that’s a step in the right direction for us.  Not having hot laps and jumping right into heat races was a challenge for me at a brand-new race track, but we adjusted for the feature and made gains.  Tri-City (Raceway Park) is a cool place, and I would like to go back sometime. It was a deceptively fast track!”

Given the aforementioned interruptions to his schedule, it has been difficult for Keen to get into a rhythm this season.  His season opener at Port Royal in March ended in the B-main, then two weeks later, he finished 22nd at BAPS Motor Speedway.  Another four weeks went by before the team unloaded at Tri-City Raceway Park.

Saturday night, May 17th, Keen returned to Port Royal Speedway for the first time since his season debut in late March.  This time around the Carlisle, PA driver transferred to the main event through his heat race by logging a 5th place finish.  He officially finished 22nd after retiring from the race with ten laps remaining.

“Tonight was a positive step for us.  We made the show through the heat race and held off some good cars to do it.  The car was really good…really consistent…so I was able to drive in (to the corners) harder than I ever have there before.  A lot of credit for that goes to Mark (Smith).”, Keen commented.

MARK SMITH

As announced back in December, Mark Smith joined Kyle Keen Motorsports as a mentor and crew chief for the 2025 season.  Keen says Smith has already become an asset to himself and the team, helping build a solid foundation for consistent results.

“Mark has been really, really good for me and the team.  He has a positive attitude, patience, and there are no unrealistic expectations.”, Keen shared.

“He keeps working on the car, then tells me to go try it and let him know how it feels.  I don’t feel any unnecessary pressure.  We’re just working together to get better.”

“With Mark handling the car, I’m able to focus on the track, watch where guys are running, and get my plan together for the night as a driver.”

Smith is also serving as a mentor to Keen, who only has five seasons behind the wheel.

“After watching me, Mark will make suggestions like maybe enter higher or arc my corners differently, but he’s letting me figure it out using the options he gives me to consider.  That makes me think as a driver and better prepares me because I get a better understanding of when to use what approach.”

Keen says that as a result of Smith’s involvement, he has a much more consistent car than he has had in the past.  

“It’s almost like I’m re-learning how to race because the car is more predictable.  For example, we used to struggle in features, so I was just sort of making laps.  Now, the car is good, and I’m able to truly race.  I’m learning to manage a feature race, not just survive it.”, Keen explained.

LOOKING AHEAD

“It looks like the weather will start to get better, and we can start racing a little more.  We just need more laps.  That’s the only way to get better.”, Keen said.

While the primary plan is to race at Port Royal most weeks, Keen will venture to Lincoln Speedway this Saturday night for the Bob Leiby Memorial rather than take on the High Limit Racing teams and deep field at the Bob Weikert Memorial.  It’s a decision aimed at giving himself and the team the best opportunity to improve.

“We aren’t where we need to be yet to run with High Limit.  We need laps, and our best chance to get the maximum laps is to head to Lincoln this week.”, Keen added.

“We also want to get some track time at Lincoln because there are some big time trial shows there this year that we want to race.”

Fans can get the latest information by visiting KyleKeenMotorsports17k.com or by following the team’s social media outlets listed below.  

ABOUT  KYLE KEEN

Kyle has always been addicted to dirt racing, and after watching many sprint car races during the 2018 season, and spending time on the iRacing simulator, decided it was time to re-introduce the Keen Family back into sprint car racing. With no prior racing experience and only about a year of spinning wrenches on his grandfather’s sprints, Kyle resurrected the Keen Motorsports team and started his first season of racing in a 305 sprint car in 2019.

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Kyle Keen made his first ever visit to Tri-City Raceway Park in Pennsylvania Friday night (photo credit: SprintCarNews.com)

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Progress Amidst Challenges: Lattomus Makes Show at BAPS on Heels of Outlaw Debut, Announces New Fan Engagement Initiatives

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York Haven, PA – May 20, 2025

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Photo Credit:  Jeremy Zarfos / WRT Speedwerx

After competing in his first two World of Outlaws events, Preston Lattomus reflects on the invaluable experience gained from racing against some of the best in the sport. The deep fields and competitive environment have provided him with unique learning opportunities that are critical for his development as a driver.

“Getting to race with the Outlaws definitely helps in trying to learn as a driver,” Lattomus remarked. “The biggest takeaway was racing with such a high level of good cars and drivers. Competing with better cars and drivers certainly makes you better as a driver.”

Yet, amid the excitement, Lattomus identifies time trials as an area for improvement. 

“Time trials have been my biggest flaw recently. It puts me behind early in the night, and it’s something that needs to improve for me to get better,” he acknowledged. 

Lattomus is focused on gaining more opportunities to qualify, stating, “The main thing I can do is to get more laps and learn to put together two solid laps that can set me up for a good night.”

Outside the cockpit, Lattomus is learning from his fellow competitors. 

“I always try to learn from the guys who are fast and getting good results. Whether watching them off the track or following them on it, taking mental notes is important for making myself better.”, Lattomus shared.

Making the A-main at BAPS Motor Speedway Sunday night provided a confidence boost, as Lattomus secured a spot in the main event against a challenging 39-car field. 

“Making the feature definitely helps all around. Getting 30 good laps makes me more confident, as I get to learn more.”, Lattomus shared while reflecting on the night.

As he looks forward to upcoming races at Williams Grove and Lincoln Speedway, Lattomus is eagerly anticipating the growth and learning opportunities that await. 

“Next weekend is a great opportunity to make good laps and have a good run or two. With a bigger race in town taking most high-quality guys out of the equation, it presents a good week of learning and growing as a driver in Central PA,” he concluded.

Lattomus continues to embrace each experience, both on and off the track, as stepping stones in his promising future behind the wheel.

 

QUICK RESULTS:

  • Date/Location:  May 7, 2025 – World of Outlaws, Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Stats:  Group A Qualifying 19th, Heat 8th (10), B-main 11th (11)
  • Date/Location:  May 10, 2025 – World of Outlaws, Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Stats:  Group A Qualifying 20th, Heat 11th (10), C-main 8th (11)
  • Date/Location:  May 17, 2025 / Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Stats:  Qualifying 22nd, Heat 6th (8), B-main 14th (16)
  • Date/Location:  May 18, 2025 / BAPS Motor Speedway, York Haven, PA
  • Stats:  Group 2 Qualifying 8th, Heat 6th (8), B-main 2nd (2), A-main 21st (22)
 

NEW FOR FANS

Now you can keep up with everything about Preston’s season at one location!  Check out his new website,  PrestonLattomus.com!  You’ll find all the latest news, schedule info, photos, and nearly real-time results.

“We love our new My Race Pass website, and we think our fans will really like the amount of information they can find in an easy one-stop location.”, Lattomus said.

Did someone say HERO CARDS?  Lattomus now has hero cards for fans.  The cards feature a unique logo marking the Lewes, DE driver’s rookie 410 sprint car season, as well as a bio, stats, and photos of Lattomus and the Capitol Custom Trailers & Coaches, E-Z GO, Betts Garage No.91.  Stop by to see Preston at the track, and he will be happy to sign one for you!

“Rich at Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Management worked closely with us and handled everything through his partnership with My Race Pass.  The website and hero cards turned out great.”, Lattomus shared.

UP NEXT

Lattomus will return to both Williams Grove Speedway and Lincoln Speedway this weekend.  Friday night at ‘The Grove’ will be the Eash Brothers Tribute Race, followed by the Bob Leiby Memorial at Lincoln Speedway on Saturday night.

photo credit: Derick Kriner Photography

ABOUT  PRESTON LATTOMUS

Preston Lattomus is an 18-year-old sprint car driver from Lewes, Delaware. He has rapidly emerged as a promising talent in the racing scene. He began his journey with quarter midgets, securing four USAC National Championships, and transitioned into micro sprints with multiple wins in Pennsylvania. In 2023, Preston made a swift and successful move to the 358 sprint cars, quickly adapting to the challenges and capturing three wins in 2024. Looking forward to 2025, he will compete in the 410 sprint car division at the wheel of the Capitol Custom Trailers and Coaches’ 91.

Follow Preston’s season at:  PrestonLattomus.com 

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Capitol Custom Trailers & Coaches is your premier dealer for Renegade, inTech, and Bravo.

We have something for any budget and any venue. Capitol has become the leader in new innovative ideas and changes to the Renegade brand. Through our own experiences as Racers and Custom and Antique car collectors, we have added many new designs to the product.

Our goal is to not only sell you the product that you want but to see you through the entire ownership experience and then be there when you want to purchase your next. For 80 years, our business success has endured by this same formula.

When you are considering all your purchase options how many others can truthfully say that and back it up with their actions? Whether you are a Circle Track racer, Drag Racer, Road Racer, Custom or Antique Car Collector, Motorcycle Rider, or a Luxury Motorcoach enthusiast, come in and visit to see for yourself what we are all about. You will not be disappointed!

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Discover Why Betts is the Best in Towing, Hauling, and Repair! 

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ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Rich “MrAddicted2Dirt” Watts is a passionate fan-turned-PR expert who helps elevate racing teams’ public relations in the dirt motorsports industry. With extensive knowledge and connections, he helps teams boost visibility, grow loyal fanbases through proven strategies, and secure marketing partnerships. Rich also offers PR coaching and consulting services, plus shares his insights as a speaker and podcast guest. 

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Tyler Ross Makes Change, Finds Speed Before Big Shows Roll In

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York Haven, PA – April 29, 2025

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Jeremy Zarfos / WRT Speedwerx

Tyler Ross made the decision to make a change.  Sunday night at BAPS Motor Speedway he got confirmation of his instincts.

The Ross Racing, Bush Auto Group, Fastrak Express Inc., Stateline Truck and Trailer, Stoltzfus Farm Service/Kubota, Betts Garage No.5 was quick in qualifying and claimed a heat race win over some of the best cars in the field.

 

QUICK RESULTS:

  • Date/Location:  April 18, 2025 / Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Stats:  Group 2 Qualifying 14th, Heat 8th (7), B-main 5th
 
  • Date/Location:  April 19, 2025 / Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Stats:  Qualifying 23rd, Heat 6th (8), A-main 9th (17)
 
  • Date/Location:  April 27, 2025 / BAPS Motor Speedway, York Haven, PA
  • Stats:  Group 3 Qualifying 4th, Heat 1st (1), A-main 14th (7)

 

Ross has struggled to find speed early in the evening, especially since crashing and repairing his primary car early in the season.

Last weekend the team made their first trip of the year to Williams Grove Speedway, where they had the same issue and missed the show by one spot.

“The Grove has always been a love/hate for us, so I wasn’t totally sure whether to blame the car or myself for not qualifying better.”, Ross said.

The following night at Lincoln Speedway, where Ross has plenty of seat time, it happened again.  He was 23rd best under the clock and had to fight his way to a top-ten finish from the 17th starting spot in the 30-lap A-main.

Ross has collected six top-ten finishes this year, with five of them being earned from starting spots of 12th or deeper in the field.

“After Saturday, I was convinced it was the car.  In my mind, it was time for a change.  The car just had not been responding to adjustments since the mid-March crashes and subsequent repairs.“, Ross shared.

Ross and his team pulled out a car he had run well in last season at some big shows and put it back together for Sunday’s race at BAPS.

After qualifying well and winning his heat, Ross started 7th in the A-main but got bottled up on the start and had to pit with a flat tire.  Fortunately, he was able to change it in time and rejoin the race at the rear of the field.

“I went back out and figured I’d make a few laps.  I didn’t even have a W-link after the flat, but I was passing cars.  Since the points fund BAPS (Motor Speedway) is pretty good, I figured why not try to get what I can get.”, Ross said.

“I feel comfortable again.  I’m happy with the car.  It’s doing what we want it to do when we make adjustments.  You can’t be going into big shows struggling.  We had to make a change.”

The bigger shows are coming soon, so hopefully this was the right change at the right time for Ross to make the most at those events.

This weekend, the team plans to be at Lincoln Speedway for their final chance to prepare for Tuesday’s World of Outlaw race at the Abbottstown, PA oval.

ABOUT  TYLER ROSS

Tyler started his racing career in 2002 in quarter midgets. At the age of 14, he jumped into the 600 micro scene. At the age of 18, he started his sprint car career in the 358 division and, shortly after, jumped to the 410 division. He owns (9) 358 sprint wins, (4) 360 URC feature wins, and (7) 410 sprint car feature wins, plus he earned the 2015 URC Rookie of the Year award.

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Berry Returns to Super Late Model Action With Two-Race Weekend

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Port Royal, PA – April 23, 2025

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Image Credit:  Checkered Flag Media

Everything came together just in time last week for Austin Berry to roll his Tuscarora Restoration, Juniata Veterinary Clinic, Berry’s Siding & Seamless Gutter, Dye It Rite, SRI Performance, VP Racing Fuels No.86 out of the shop and head to Selinsgrove Speedway for his first laps in a super late model since June of 2024.

His limited late model ride would be waiting there for him as well, making for a double-duty night.

SNYDER COUNTY DOUBLE

Berry didn’t seem to lose a step in his super late model despite the long layoff.  He qualified 5th quickest in his group in qualifying, then moved forward to a 4th-place heat race finish to give himself the 11th starting spot in the main event.  

In the 25-lap finale, Berry struggled a little, sliding backwards to a 17th-place finish.

“We just missed the setup for the feature.  We learned from it and put it in our notebook.  Things change rapidly in this sport, so we will have to play a little catch-up since we’ve been on the sidelines since the middle of last season.”, Berry said.

Berry had a great night going in the Dunn No.34D limited late model, scoring a runner-up finish in his heat race and then charging from his 6th starting spot in the feature to challenge for 3rd late in the race.  Unfortunately, with five laps remaining, his right rear tire gave up and he slipped to an 11th-place finish.

“We picked the wrong right rear, and it basically melted.  I had no grip the last few laps.  We’ll know better next time.”, Berry shared.

QUICK RESULTS:

  • Date/Location:  April 18, 2025 / Selinsgrove Speedway, Selinsgrove, PA
  • Division:  Limited Late Model
  • Stats:  Heat 2nd (3), A-main 11th (6)
  • Date/Location:  April 18, 2025 / Selinsgrove Speedway, Selinsgrove, PA
  • Division:  Super Late Model
  • Stats:  Group Qualifying 5th, Heat 4th (5), A-main 17th (11)
  • Date/Location:  April 19, 2025 / Port Royal Speedway, Port Royal, PA
  • Division:  Super Late Model
  • Stats:  Flight B Qualifying 3rd, Heat 4th (2), A-main 16th (14)
 

PALACE RECAP

Berry woke up Saturday morning with no plans to race that night, but by late morning, all that had changed, and the team decided to prep the car, load up their super late model, and make the short tow to The Speed Palace, Port Royal Speedway.

The stout field of 35 cars was split into two groups for qualifying.  Berry and his entire team were all smiles after qualifying after the Mifflin, PA driver timed 3rd quickest in his flight.

Berry started on the front row of his heat race, but one midrace bobble cost him a couple of spots and relegated him to a 4th-place finish.  In the uneventful main event, he started 14th and finished 16th.

“It never feels good to go backwards, but it was nice to have speed in qualifying again!  The motor ran great all weekend.  We just need to tune on our package for later in the night, and we will be ok.”, Berry commented.

“We have a couple of weeks off with the super, so we will wrench on her and get ready for the next one at Selinsgrove on May 2nd.  Thanks to my great crew for all their hard work all week long, getting both cars ready and all their efforts at the track! Also, a huge thanks to all our partners, without them it wouldn’t be possible!”

UP NEXT

Berry will be back in the Limited Late Model this Saturday, April 26th, at Selinsgrove Speedway.  On May 2nd, he will return to double-duty, racing both his super and limited at Selinsgrove Speedway.

ABOUT  AUSTIN BERRY

Austin started racing go-karts in 2005 in PA. In 2007, he began competing in the WKA, VDKA, and other small series in the Southeastern U.S. His career evolved to Legends cars midway through the 2011 season, and in 2012, he entered a driver development program in NC. After three seasons of Legends, Austin decided to stick to his Pennsylvania home and go dirt Super Late Model racing in 2015.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • First super late model win June 2021 at Port Royal Speedway
  • 2019 & 2021 Most Improved Super Late Model Driver at Port Royal
  • 2016 Selinsgrove Speedway Super Late Model Rookie of the Year

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Rich “MrAddicted2Dirt” Watts is a passionate fan-turned-PR expert who helps elevate racing teams’ public relations in the dirt motorsports industry. With extensive knowledge and connections, he helps teams boost visibility, grow loyal fanbases through proven strategies, and secure marketing partnerships. Rich also offers PR coaching and consulting services, plus shares his insights as a speaker and podcast guest. 

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Adapting to Challenges: Preston Lattomus on Qualifying, Learning, and Growth

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Abbottstown, PA – April 23, 2025

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Photo Credit:  Jeremy Zarfos / WRT Speedwerx

Preston Lattomus said from the beginning that his rookie campaign in a winged 410 sprint car would be all about seat time.  The more laps, the better.  

He’s right.  The tough Central Pennsylvania sprint car scene can be unforgiving, and the only way to assimilate is to keep playing the game until you understand all the nuances and get really good at it.

So far in April, Lattomus has competed at three different tracks in a total of five events.

“I’m not where I want to be, but we have been experiencing something new almost every week.  It’s either a new track for me in a 410, or even if I have been there before, it might have been a day race, and the next time it’s a night race.”, Lattomus explained.

“I’m just trying to make features and get the maximum number of laps I can each night out because that’s the fastest way to learn.”

QUICK RESULTS:

  • Date/Location:  April 4, 2025 – Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Stats:  Heat 8th (8), A-main 16th (19)
  • Date/Location:  April 5, 2025 – Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Stats:  Heat 10th (4), A-main 20th (23)
  • Date/Location:  April 13, 2025 – BAPS Motor Speedway, York Haven, PA
  • Stats:  Group Qualifying 5th, Heat 6th (5), B-main 6th (3)
  • Date/Location:  April 18, 2025 – Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Stats:  Group Qualifying 14th, Heat 8th (7), B-main 7th (11)
  • Date/Location:  April 19, 2025 – Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Stats:  Qualifying 24th, Heat 8th (8), A-main 18th (23)

One of the key differences that Lattomus is working to adapt to is qualifying under the clock, often referred to as time trials.  That was something that was pretty rare in the 358 sprint car division.

“I need to qualify better and put myself in a position to race with better cars.  Racing with the experienced, veteran drivers makes you better.”, Lattomus said.

“In 358’s, I came to the track knowing I could win any given night.  I had the confidence because I had raced a lot, and I knew how to achieve that.  Already this season, my thinking has changed to being a student of the game.”

Lattomus has good support in his pit to help him on his journey.  Scott McClaren, who made a lot of the decisions and adjustments for the 358 team, is still there.  Kyle Reinhardt, who recently stepped out of the seat after ten successful years in a 410 sprint car, is also there.  Reinhardt collaborates with McClaren and Lattomus, mentoring the young driver and handling a lot of the adjustments.

“Kyle and Scott have been great.  I told Kyle I feel like I need to do a better job of giving feedback on what I feel and what I need.  There’s a lot to process and get used to, so I can be good at that.  I’ll get there.”, Lattomus shared.

It’s not all about the experience in the cockpit.  The team has battled a few mechanical and motor issues in the early going this season.  Every team faces that.  Lattomus knows he has the equipment and the support around him to be competitive, and he knows he will get there.

“I try to focus on the big picture, the learning, the improvements.  If I get too wrapped up in results, it can take a toll on my confidence.  I just take a day to process our night, put things in perspective, and learn from the opportunities.”, Lattomus explained.

“While I expect to be good and I challenge myself to be the best I can be, I take a moment to realize where I am in the scheme of laps and races.  I’m competing against guys who have a lot of 410 races under their belt.”

Lattomus is looking forward to the team’s upcoming three-race weekend and is aiming to capitalize on it to log a lot of laps.  Over the upcoming April 25-27 weekend, the team will compete at Williams Grove Speedway on Friday, Lincoln Speedway on Saturday, and BAPS Motor Speedway on Sunday.

“The challenge of putting together the best laps I can in qualifying or in a race is exciting to me.  I’m excited about the opportunity I have to race this Capitol Custom Trailers & Coaches, EZGO Golf Cars, Betts Garage No.91 sprint car.  I’m excited because I know what we can and will accomplish eventually.”

Photo Credit: Derick Kriner Photography

ABOUT  PRESTON LATTOMUS

Preston Lattomus is an 18-year-old sprint car driver from Lewes, Delaware. He has rapidly emerged as a promising talent in the racing scene. He began his journey with quarter midgets, securing four USAC National Championships, and transitioned into micro sprints with multiple wins in Pennsylvania. In 2023, Preston made a swift and successful move to the 358 sprint cars, quickly adapting to the challenges and capturing three wins in 2024. Looking forward to 2025, he will compete in the 410 sprint car division at the wheel of the Capitol Custom Trailers and Coaches’ 91.

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ABOUT CAPITOL CUSTOM TRAILERS AND COACHES

Capitol Custom Trailers & Coaches is your premier dealer for Renegade, inTech, and Bravo.

We have something for any budget and any venue. Capitol has become the leader in new innovative ideas and changes to the Renegade brand. Through our own experiences as Racers and Custom and Antique car collectors, we have added many new designs to the product.

Our goal is to not only sell you the product that you want but to see you through the entire ownership experience and then be there when you want to purchase your next. For 80 years, our business success has endured by this same formula.

When you are considering all your purchase options how many others can truthfully say that and back it up with their actions? Whether you are a Circle Track racer, Drag Racer, Road Racer, Custom or Antique Car Collector, Motorcycle Rider, or a Luxury Motorcoach enthusiast, come in and visit to see for yourself what we are all about. You will not be disappointed!

View our online showroom at CapitolRenegade.com and join the Renegade Life!

 

ABOUT EZGO / GOLF CART SERVICES

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ABOUT BETTS GARAGE 

Discover Why Betts is the Best in Towing, Hauling, and Repair! 

For generations, Betts Garage has been the go-to name in Delaware, Maryland, and beyond for unmatched service and dedication. Whether it’s towing, hauling, or repair, we’ve got you covered 24/7/365.

Our Services Include:

  • Towing: Light to heavy-duty, 24-hour emergency services
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Our large, diverse fleet operates tirelessly to meet all your needs. From municipalities to universities, businesses trust Betts for reliable service.

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship opportunities with Preston Lattomus Motorsports are available for the 2025 season!  Contact the team today at [email protected].

ABOUT ADDICTED2DIRT PR & MEDIA MANAGEMENT

Addicted2Dirt PR and Media Management specializes in enhancing race teams’ visibility through strategic PR services. A2D offers a comprehensive range of services, from handling strategic PR initiatives like press releases and social media content to providing coaching and consulting to empower teams to manage their own public relations effectively and affordably. Whether you need A2D to manage your PR or want to learn how to do it yourself, A2D is committed to helping you build a loyal fanbase and attract marketing partners! 

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ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Rich “MrAddicted2Dirt” Watts is a passionate fan-turned-PR expert who helps elevate racing teams’ public relations in the dirt motorsports industry. With extensive knowledge and connections, he helps teams boost visibility, grow loyal fanbases through proven strategies, and secure marketing partnerships. Rich also offers PR coaching and consulting services, plus shares his insights as a speaker and podcast guest. 

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Hartlaub Finding His Rhythm in First Starts of 2025

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Abbottstown, PA – April 22, 2025

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Image Credit:  Jeremy Zarfos / WRT Speedwerx

Kody Hartlaub made the decision last fall to get back into the Brewer/Hartlaub NinetyFive Motorsports car for the 2025 season.  While he was anxious to do so, he patiently waited for better weather, opting to skip some opportunities to race in late February and early March.

He kicked things off on March 30th in the Brewer Home Improvements, J Fuels, Bigham Appraisal, Moose Blocks, Griffith Plumbing Services, T&N Solutions No.95.  Then, thanks to the unpredictable early Spring weather, he raced only two more times over the next two weeks.  Over those first three races, Hartlaub showed speed and glimpses of the type of performance he expects, but it was tough to establish a good rhythm.

QUICK RESULTS:

  • Date/Location:  March 30, 2025 / BAPS Motor Speedway, York Haven, PA
  • Stats:  Qualifying 1st in Group, Heat 5th (4), A-main 20th (3)
  • Date/Location:  April 5, 2025 / Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Stats:  Heat 5th (10), A-main 12th (13)
  • Date/Location:  April 13, 2025 / BAPS Motor Speedway, York Haven, PA
  • Stats:  Qualifying 2nd in Group, Heat 3rd (3), A-main 18th (13)
  • Date/Location:  April 18, 2025 / Williams Grove Speedway, Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Stats:  Qualifying 3rd in Group, Heat 1st (1), A-main 10th (7)
  • Date/Location:  April 19, 2025 / Lincoln Speedway, Abbottstown, PA
  • Stats:  Qualifying 5th, Heat 1st (1), A-main 10th (5)

“I knew the car had speed.  The driver just wasn’t as good as the car.”, Hartlaub shared, reflecting on his own performance in his opener at BAPS Motor Speedway.

“I need to get better.  We were the quickest in our group in hot laps.  I made a couple of mistakes in the heat race, but we were already in the redraw, so I just learned from that and moved on.”  

“We were pretty good in the feature and had a top-ten run going before the contact with the 39 ended that.  All in all, it wasn’t a bad opener.  We just didn’t get the result we should have had.”

Hartlaub is harder on himself than anyone else could ever be.  It drives him to work extremely hard at learning the craft of wheeling these winged 900+ horsepower beasts.

The following week at Lincoln Speedway’s handicap show, Hartlaub started deep in his heat race but passed five cars to put himself in a much better position for the night.  He started 13th and finished 12th in the 30-lap A-main.

“I probably had a car capable of 8th-10th.  I need to clean up a few things behind the wheel to make sure we get the finishes the car is capable of.”, Hartlaub commented.

This past weekend, Hartlaub carried out his first two-race weekend of the season.  He made the most of it, scoring two heat race wins and two top-ten feature finishes.

“At Williams Grove, I felt like we didn’t leave anything on the table.  The car was capable of 9th or 10th, and that’s right where I ended up.”, Hartlaub said.

Saturday night at Lincoln Speedway, the East Berlin, PA resident went out late for qualifying and clocked in 5th fastest.

Hartlaub later stated he probably had a 7th-place car, so the 10th-place finish was a tad short of his goal.

“The team and I are learning a lot already.  There are things I like and don’t like, so I think we will be even better next time.”, Hartlaub said.

“Racing inside the top ten is tough.  That’s what I’m working on the most right now.  The guys that are running up front like that never take a lap off.  They are always going all out, and they will take advantage of any mistake.” 

“We’ve got what it takes to be a weekly contender.  This year I have Justin taking care of the car and setup, so I can really focus on my job behind the wheel.  It just takes laps.  There’s no replacement for seat time.  “

ABOUT  KODY HARTLAUB

Kody started racing go-karts in 2005. Over five seasons he won championships at Hunterstown and Shippensburg, and finished 2nd in the PA State series. Following the 2009 season, he moved up to race 600 micro sprints on a limited basis, but then spent a few years away from the sport. In late 2015 Kody tested in a 358 sprint car and started a partial schedule in 2016. In 2018, he raced the majority of the season but then sat out again in 2019. He returned to 358 sprints in 2020 on a very limited schedule, then in 2021 he was able to complete his first full season at Lincoln Speedway.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • 2024 410 Sprint car rookie of the year at Williams grove and lincoln speedways
  • 2023 Lincoln Speedway 358 Sprint car champion, including 3 victories
  • 2022 358 sprint car Rookie of the Year at Williams Grove Speedway
  • 2022: 2nd in Lincoln Speedway & SUMMER SERIES 358 sprint car points
  • 2022: 5th in Williams Grove Speedway 358 sprint car points
  • 2021: first career 358 sprint car victory (Lincoln Speedway)

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THANKS TO OUR 2025 PARTNERS!

  • Brewer Home Improvements
  • J Fuels
  • Bigham Appraisal
  • Moose Blocks
  • Griffith Plumbing Services
  • T&N Solutions

 

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorship opportunities with NinetyFive Motorsports are available for the 2025 season!  Email us at [email protected].


ABOUT ADDICTED2DIRT PR & MEDIA MANAGEMENT

Addicted2Dirt PR and Media Management specializes in enhancing race teams’ visibility through strategic PR services. A2D offers a comprehensive range of services, from handling strategic PR initiatives like press releases and social media content to providing coaching and consulting to empower teams to manage their own public relations effectively and affordably. Whether you need A2D to manage your PR or want to learn how to do it yourself, A2D is committed to helping you build a loyal fanbase and attract marketing partners! 

Visit A2DPR.com to learn more!

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Rich “MrAddicted2Dirt” Watts is a passionate fan-turned-PR expert who helps elevate racing teams’ public relations in the dirt motorsports industry. With extensive knowledge and connections, he helps teams boost visibility, grow loyal fanbases through proven strategies, and secure marketing partnerships. Rich also offers PR coaching and consulting services, plus shares his insights as a speaker and podcast guest. 

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