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Determined Feathers Fighting Through Uncharacteristic Issues

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Will Compete in Saturday’s Spence Memorial at Winchester Speedway in Honor of Great Uncle

Abbottstown, PA – June 21, 2023

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Photo Credit:  Garry Ferguson/WRT Speedwerx

Trever Feathers has a lot of experience with and knowledge of super late models, plus a proven track record behind the wheel.  Victories, championships and numerous accolades have accumulated over the past fifteen years.

All of that only makes the 2023 season that much more frustrating, not directly because of the lack of success, but because of the doubt that creeps in about your abilities.

After dropping out at Port Royal Speedway and finishing 18th at Hagerstown Speedway the prior weekend, Feathers spent long hours in the shop making big changes to his car, trying to find the missing combination before heading to Lincoln Speedway Saturday night.

  • Date:  June 17, 2023
  • Track:  Lincoln Speedway
  • City, State:   Abbottstown, PA
  • Quick Stats:  43 cars, Qualifying 9th in Group A, Heat 3rd (3), A-main 15th (17)

 

Laboring at Lincoln

Feathers was among 43 drivers signed in for the Appalachian Mountain Speedweek show at the Abbottstown, PA oval.  Either the big changes would solve his issues or he would at least learn what the solution wasn’t.

Feathers’ night started much like the last several had gone.  An average qualifying run, 9th in Group A on this particular night.  That was followed by another average result, a 3rd place finish in his heat race.  These aren’t horrible results, and some drivers would welcome them, but Feathers has higher expectations of his abilities.

 The Hot Rod Septic Treatment, Larry Royston’s Septic Services, Martins Pumping Service, McFarland Custom Painting & Wall Coverings, North River Farm, Clem’s Garage, Leggett Engine Research, Feathers & Sons Roofing, Coffelt Graphics, Larry Royston Properties, Larry Royston Equipment, Bilstein Shocks, Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic, Bo Feathers Racing, Barry Wright Race Cars, No.20 took the green for the 35-lap main event with Feathers on the inside of row nine. 

When the checkers fell, it was a 15th place finish for Feathers.  Another frustrating outcome given the long hours and hard work that he has invested this season to get better.

“We changed a lot since Hagerstown and ended up with the same result.  That’s the kind of thing that will drive you crazy.”, Feathers said.  “Honestly, we’re not off by much.  It’s just a tenth or tenth-and-a-half of a second but with this kind of competition, that’s all it takes to go from being in the mix to being a non-factor.“

“I’m trying to do my job to get the best finishes I can get out of the car and to not crash it.  It just hasn’t responded to the things we know are proven to work.  I’ll be honest, there are weeks I don’t want to go to the track.  But we won’t get better staying home.“

You could hear the passion in Feathers’ voice.

“I’m going to fight until I figure this out.  When we finally get this car back up front, it will be very satisfying because we didn’t quit.“, Feathers said.

 

Up Next

This Saturday, June 24th, Feathers will race in his hometown at Winchester Speedway in an event in memory of his great uncle, Jimmy Spence.  The No.20 will carry a special paint scheme to honor Spence.

Spence accumulated nearly 40 wins at Winchester, Hagerstown, Lincoln, Cumberland and Bedford over his nine year career in the seat of everything from enduro cars  to limited late models to super late models.

Season Stats

10 races, 0 wins, 2 top 5’s, 3 top 10’s, 6 top 15’s

 

Trivia Question

The answer to our last trivia question is Trever Feathers earned his degree from Shenandoah University!

Now, on to this week’s question.  What is Trever’s favorite soda/soft drink?

The answer in the next press release!

 

Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2023 season.

Trever Feathers Racing can be contacted via [email protected].

Partner Spotlight

Billstein Shocks

TREVER FEATHERS RACING

Bio & Media Info:  A2DPR.com/TreverFeathers

Press Releases:  A2DPR.com/LatestNews

Facebook:  Facebook.com/TFeathersRacing

Twitter:  Twitter.com/TFeathersRacing

Instagram:  Instagram.com/TFeathersRacing

photo credit: Garry Ferguson/WRT Speedwerx

Broadcast coverage of Port Royal Speedway events is available at FloRacing.com

Broadcast coverage of ALL Appalachian Mountain Speedweek events is available at FloRacing.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!
 

Hot Rod Septic Treatment

Larry Royston’s Septic Services

Martins Pumping Service

McFarland Custom Painting & Wall Coverings

North River Farm

Clem’s Garage

Leggett Engine Research

Feathers & Sons Roofing

Coffelt Graphics

Larry Royston Properties

Larry Royston Equipment

Billstein Shocks

Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic

Bo Feathers Racing

Barry Wright Race Cars

In Memory of Nathan McCoy

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! 

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Berry Closes Out First Complete Speedweek with Top 10

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Team Will Return to Port Royal Speedway July 1st After Short Break

Selinsgrove, PA – June 21, 2023

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Photo Credit:  Jason Walls/WRT Speedwerx

Austin Berry and his team saw both ends of the spectrum over the first three Appalachian Mountain Speedweek events, then took advantage of the day off to regroup and heal some wounds on their Rocket XR1 before embarking on the balance of the series schedule.

Mission number one was to survive, to run all the races.  Mission number two was to perform well.  Contact at Hagerstown almost ended both missions but they were alive and well heading into Tuesday.

  • Date:  June 13, 2023
  • Event:  Appalachian Mountain Late Model Speedweek – Night 4
  • Track:  Path Valley Speedway
  • City, State:   Spring Run, PA
  • Quick Stats:  43 cars,  Qualifying 7th in Group A, Heat 3rd (2), A-main rained out (17)

 

  • Date:  June 15, 2023
  • Event:  Appalachian Mountain Late Model Speedweek – Night 5
  • Track:  Bedford Speedway
  • City, State:   Bedford, PA
  • Quick Stats:  38 cars, Qualifying 12th in Group B, Heat 5th (5), B-main 2nd (3), A-main 13th (22)

 

  • Date:  June 16, 2023
  • Event:  Appalachian Mountain Late Model Speedweek – Night 6
  • Track:  Bedford Speedway
  • City, State:   Bedford, PA
  • Quick Stats: rained out

 

  • Date:  June 17, 2023
  • Event:  Appalachian Mountain Late Model Speedweek – Night 7
  • Track:  Lincoln Speedway
  • City, State:   Abbottstown, PA
  • Quick Stats:  43 cars, Qualifying 11th in Group B, Heat 3rd (4), A-main 13 (18)

 

  • Date:  June 18, 2023
  • Event:  Appalachian Mountain Late Model Speedweek – Night 8
  • Track:  Selinsgrove Speedway
  • City, State:   Selinsgrove, PA
  • Quick Stats:  34 cars, Qualifying 9th in Group A, Heat 3rd (4), A-main 9th (17)

 

Penalized at Path Valley

Yet another stout field of 43 super late models unloaded at Path Valley Speedway for a Tuesday night installment of Speedweek.  Austin Berry and The Tire Mart Tire Pros of Harrisburg, Juniata Veterinary Clinic, Berry’s Siding & Seamless Gutter, SRI Performance, VP Racing Fuels, JDS Racing, Locust Hill Custom Butcher Shop, Nathan Berry Beef Farm, Addicted2DirtPR.com, GO Lithium, Valvoline Pro-V Racing, Super Clean, Rocket Chassis No.86 was among them.

Berry qualified 7th in Group A to earn a front row starting spot in his heat race.  The initial start saw a caution flag appear before a lap was completed.  On the second attempt, a debatable call penalized the Mifflin, PA native for getting on the gas early.  

The call put Berry back one row for the third attempt to start the race.  From there he raced to a 3rd place finish, which put him 17th on the grid for the feature.  

“We both got on the throttle at the same time but he spun his tires and I got grip.  I’m sure it looked like I went and he didn’t but that’s not how I saw it.“, Berry said about the heat race penalty.  “It was their call though and I just have to accept it and move on.“

Before the finale could take to the track the rains came.  In a way it must have felt like another penalty of sorts to Berry.  A chance to dig out of the hole created by Sunday night’s trip to Hagerstown and recover some points was taken away.

 

Through the B-Main at Bedford

Thirty-eight teams made their way to Bedford Speedway Thursday for night five of Speedweek.  Berry turned in a disappointing 12th best time in his group, putting him 5th in his heat race starting lineup.

Berry was unable to move forward in the heat race and thus landed in the 3rd starting spot in his first B-main of the week.  He turned in a runner-up finish to find his way into the main event.

The A-main was the bright spot of the night.  Berry put on a steady, workmanlike climb from his 22nd starting spot to bring home a hard-earned 13th place finish.  It was a welcome outcome to a tough night.

The second night at Bedford was washed out by rain, sending teams back toward Central Pennsylvania early for the final two shows of the series.

 

Pushing Through in the Pigeon Hills

The Appalachian Mountain Speedweek series moved on to the Pigeon Hills of Pennsylvania and 43 cars made their way to the well-known Lincoln Speedway.

Austin Berry Racing had turned in a notable performance there a few weeks earlier, passing a lot of cars before the engine expired on the No.86.  On this night, they kicked things off with an 11th quick time in Group B qualifying.

Berry quickly put his car in the show by racing to a 3rd place finish in his heat race after starting outside the second row.

Taking the green from the outside spot in row nine, Berry battled a tough surface to move up to a 13th place finish in the A-main.

 

Selinsgrove Surge

Although it had not been a friendly place to him on several occasions, Berry was looking forward to returning to Selinsgrove Speedway for the series’ finale.  A month earlier he had led a large portion of the feature and wound up 2nd at the end of the night.

The night didn’t get off to the start he was hoping for as the team experienced carburetor issues in qualifying.  Berry still managed to be 9th quick in Group A but felt he gave up a few positions as a result of the issue.

Like the night before, Berry went from 4th to 3rd in his heat race to lock into the A-main and once again he went forward in the main event.

Berry started 17th and immediately began chipping away, navigating his way forward in the running order.  On lap thirteen he cracked the top ten and was looking for a way to reel in the top five.  He managed a 9th place finish to cap off the week.

 

ABR's First Complete Speedweek

While their average finishing position and final points position both fell a little short of their goals, there were several positive takeaways from their Appalachian Mountain Speedweek experience and performance.

Six of the possible eight A-mains were raced and Berry made five of them.  In those five starts he logged a podium, a top ten and three lucky 13th place finishes.  But that doesn’t really tell the story.

Berry hit the track for competitive action 12 times and gained positions in 8 of those.  In the 3 times he lost positions, 2 of those were only 1 spot.

Berry’s overall net positions for Speedweek heat races, dashes and features combined was  +23 positions.  That’s a stat representative of a team that knows how to race but needs to improve their time trial program.  When they do, they will be a consistent contender for wins.

“The past ten days has been invaluable experience for me and the team.  We don’t usually get to time trial much and so I would get nervous, but after a few nights in this series it became standard procedure and I got a lot more comfortable with it.  That’s the part of our program we still need to improve…both the car and me…but we made a lot of progress this week.“, Berry said.

“It was a lot of work to run this series but I enjoyed it no matter how little sleep I got.  We got to experience a lot of different disciplines by running all week.  Different tracks, different conditions, recovering from a crash…it will all help our program in the end.”

Berry and his team improved little things as the week went on.  Things that will prepare them better even for weekly racing the rest of the season.

“We had thoughts of going out to Lernerville to run the Firecracker 100.  That’s something I eventually want to do but we have a lot of equipment to go over and maintenance…not just the race car but also the four wheeler, the generator, the truck, everything.  Plus, the guys and I have to get back to our day jobs and frankly everyone is pretty worn out from the long hours, travel and everything it took to run eight races in ten days.  That said, we don’t regret a second of it.“

Berry finished the series 11th in points, just 16 outside of the top ten…and the money.  If not for circumstances beyond their control at Hagerstown and Path Valley, it is very likely the team would have finished the series inside the top ten.  That is part of racing though.  Much of what happens is not in your control.

“I’ll definitely come back and run it again but I know what we need to improve and change to be ready to do it again.  If and when we do this again, it will be to run top five in the points.”, Berry concluded.

Be sure to visit YouTube.com/AustinBerry86 to watch the team’s latest video recap!  Speedweek videos will be posted soon!  Like, comment and share the video, plus subscribe to Austin Berry Racing’s YouTube Channel to see all the great content they share!

Up Next

Austin Berry Racing will return to action at Port Royal Speedway on Saturday, July 1st after a short, well-deserved break.

Berry’s full schedule can be found at Addicted2DirtPR.com/events and at AustinBerryRacing.com under Schedule.

Season Stats

14 races, 0 wins, 3 top 5’s, 4 top 10’s, 6 top 15’s

 

Trivia Question

Last week’s trivia answer is, Austin Berry earned a degree in Electro-Mechanical Engineering from Penn State University!

Now, on to this week’s question.  What is Austin’s favorite TV show?

The answer in the next press release!

 

Partner Spotlight

GOLithium

 

Built for Motorsports

Hand made in the USA, GO Lithium’s batteries are purpose built for racing. They provide the endurance and durability you can trust. With 1250 cranking amps, weighing only 9 pounds, and used by champions around the country, you can be positive GO Lithium is the correct choice for your team.

The GO Lithium battery has undergone 7 years of research, development, and testing, plus they went one step further and did Real World Dyno Testing.   Their 16V battery is incredibly powerful, recharges quickly, and weighs in at only 9 pounds!  With the lighter weight, the racer is able to reduce gross weight or move ballast where it will be most effective.

“People don’t think of batteries as a difference-maker, but the GO Lithium batteries will help us perform better as a result of the weight reduction, not to mention the reliable power.”, Berry commented.

Prismatic cells are more durable and are able to store more power in a smaller area, and that is the technology GO Lithium leveraged to create the only battery on the market using the unique approach.

Built for Safety

GO Lithium’s Battery is safe and was specifically designed for racing applications.  To test, a Lithium cell is subjected to a puncture test in which a steel rod is driven through the cell.  GO Lithium Cells passed this test without any explosion or fire.  This can be an issue with other types of lithium batteries.

The Ultralight Lithium Battery from GO Lithium is also internally balanced, which ensures that the battery discharges and charges its prismatic cells equally. Cell balancing on the battery, which is expensive and thus many manufacturers choose not to do it, increases the lifespan of the product dramatically.

Austin Berry under the lights at Lincoln Speedway 6-17-23 (photo credit: Dezman McIntryre)
Austin Berry (86) in close competition at Bedford Speedway during Appalachian Mountain Speedweek (photo credit: Jason Walls/WRT Speedwerx)
Austin Berry turning laps at Selinsgrove Speedway during Appalachian Mountain Speedweek (photo credit: @RealJesseLee/Carberry Creations)

AUSTIN BERRY RACING

 

Website:  AustinBerryRacing.com

Bio & Media Info:  A2DPR.com/AustinBerry

Press Releases:  A2DPR.com/LatestNews

Facebook:  Facebook.com/AustinBerryRacing

Twitter:  Twitter.com/AustinBerryRacn

Shop:  AustinBerryRacing.com/Shopping

Broadcast coverage of ALL Appalachian Mountain Speedweek events is available at FloRacing.com

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!  These are the businesses…the people…the families…that make what these we do possible. 

PLEASE take the time to browse this information and help our race team by giving your business to these great partners. 

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

The Tire Mart Tire Pros of Harrisburg

Juniata Veterinary Clinic

Berry’s Siding & Seamless Gutter

SRI Performance

VP Racing Fuels

JDS Racing

Locust Hill Custom Butcher Shop

Nathan Berry Beef Farm

Addicted2DirtPR.com

GO Lithium

Valvoline Pro-V Racing

Super Clean

Peterson Fluid Systems

Barnes Systems, Inc.

Quick Car

Kevin Nouse Designs

Sweet Manufacturing

BDR Racing Products

Beyea Headers

Swift Springs

Strange Oval

DMI – Diversified Machine, Inc.

Quarter Master

Hoosier Mid-Atlantic

Rocket Chassis

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]

Reinhardt Rolls to Solid Ohio Speedweek Weekend

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Grueling 10-Race Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek Up Next

West Portsmouth, PA – June 20, 2023

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Photo Credit:  Derick Kriner Photography

Kyle Reinhardt put together a solid weekend in Ohio by making all three shows, improving each night and culminating with his best finish of the trip on the final night.

It was a positive outcome after a rough start to the weekend.

Reinhardt’s trip to Ohio on Thursday to join the All Star Circuit of Champions for the final three nights of Ohio Sprint Speedweek got off to a bumpy start when the team experienced a flat steer tire on their rig less than ninety minutes from Atomic Speedway.

The team knew that if they could get back on the road in time, prep time at the track would be minimal to none, so they made good use of the unplanned down time by prepping race tires along the roadside for that night’s event.  Fortunately, help arrived and got them back on the road in the nick of time. 

  • Date:  June 15, 2023
  • Event:  Ohio Sprint Speedweek – Night 6
  • Track:  Atomic Speedway
  • City, State:   Chillicothe, OH
  • Quick Stats:  41 cars, Qualifying 4th in Group B, Heat 4th (3), A-main 12th (16)

 

  • Date:  June 16, 2023
  • Event:  Ohio Sprint Speedweek – Night 7
  • Track:  Eldora Speedway
  • City, State:   New Weston, OH
  • Quick Stats:  44 cars, Qualifying 4th in Group B, Heat 2nd (3), A-main 12th (12)

 

  • Date:  June 17, 2023
  • Event:  Ohio Sprint Speedweek – Night 8
  • Track:  Portsmouth Raceway Park
  • City, State:   West Portsmouth, OH
  • Quick Stats:  46 cars, Qualifying 1st in Group D, Heat 3rd (4), Dash 5th (4), A-main 7th (5)

 

Hectic Night at Atomic

Reinhardt and team unloaded at Atomic Speedway with literally minutes to prepare for their qualifying session.  The tires were ready but final preparations created a fast-paced scene.  Considering the laps under the clock set the table for the entire night, the attention to detail at the beginning of the night can often be the most crucial time.

The Neptune City, NJ native managed to log the 4th fastest lap in his group.  He went on to a 4th place finish in his heat race to lock himself into the main event.  Locking in through the heat race meant the team finally had a chance to slow down and focus on feature preparation.

Reinhardt started 16th in the 30-lap A-main.  He never seemed to be free of close competition for any position throughout the race but was able to make forward progress, ultimately finishing 12th.

“I’m happy to come away with a decent night after the day we had.  We will catch our breath and move on to Eldora.  Hopefully tomorrow will be a less stressful day.“, Reinhardt commented.

 

Solid Effort at The Big E

Friday afternoon, Reinhardt unloaded the Capitol Renegade, Capitol Custom Coaches & Trailers, Coors Banquet Beer, Henry’s Wrecker Service No.91 at Eldora Speedway, only his third career visit to the famed facility.

The field grew from 41 cars the night before to 44 for the $12,000 to win event, which also served as the last chance for teams to get track time prior to the upcoming Eldora Million.  Reinhardt timed 4th quick in his group once again, this time just 0.041 seconds out of 3rd, which would have given him a front row starting spot in his heat race.

Reinhardt started 3rd in heat number two and, after a couple attempts to get the race started, bolted into the runner up spot on the opening lap, then held on to finish 2nd.

The 30-lap A-main was another fast-paced affair.  Reinhardt flirted with cracking the top ten on several occasions.  In the late going, he battled an always tough Lance Dewease and managed to keep him at bay to claim another 12th place finish.

 

Leaving Portsmouth with Positives

Saturday night’s $22,554 to win Ohio Speedweek finale attracted 46 teams to Portsmouth Raceway Park (PRP) in Southern Ohio along the Ohio River.

Reinhardt has been fast in previous visits to PRP and he showed it again Saturday night by turning a lap of 13.263, fastest in Group D qualifying.  He went on to secure a spot in the Dash by finishing 3rd in his heat race and transferring to the A-main.

After starting outside row two, Reinhardt finished 5th in the dash to capture the inside row three starting spot for the main event.  He had good speed early and just past the halfway point was running 5th.  

Reinhardt lost a couple spots as the race entered the final ten laps, then slipped two more in the midst of some heated battles.  He regained his rhythm and battled back to a 7th place finish as the race drew to a close.

“Overall, we had a solid weekend.  We had decent speed in time trials and all night really.  Just need to get my feature speed more consistent through the race and we will be racing for top fives.“, Reinhardt said.  

With less than five career starts at each of the three Ohio tracks and able to make the show every night from a field of over 40 cars, it was definitely a solid weekend for Reinhardt.  Now it’s back to Pennsylvania to try to carry that momentum into the annual summer tradition there.

 

Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2023 season.

Kyle can be contacted via [email protected].

Up Next

Reinhardt plans to compete in all Pennsylvania Sprint Speedweek events.  The ten race series over eleven nights kicks off Friday, June 23rd at Williams Grove Speedway.

  • 6/23 Williams Grove Speedway
  • 6/24 Lincoln Speedway
  • 6/25 BAPS Motor Speedway
  • 6/26 Lincoln Speedway
  • 6/27 Grandview Speedway
  • 6/28 Hagerstown Speedway
  • 6/30 Williams Grove Speedway
  • 7/1 Port Royal Speedway
  • 7/2 Selinsgrove Speedway
  • 7/3 Port Royal Speedway

Season Stats

23 races, 1 wins, 5 top 5’s, 13 top 10’s, 17 top 15’s

 

Trivia Question

The answer to last week’s question is… Kyle enjoys making an Old Fashioned cocktail!

Now, on to this week’s question.  True or False:  Kyle Reinhardt is a big fan of sushi.

The answer in the next press release!

 

Partner Spotlight

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!  

Kyle Reinhardt (91) goes to the high side looking to get by Tyler Courtney (7) for the lead in heat race action at Eldora Speedway on 6-16-23 (photo credit: Tyler Carr)

ABOUT KYLE REINHARDT

Kyle Reinhardt is a professional winged sprint car driver based in New Oxford, PA.  Originally from Neptune City, NJ, Kyle has been racing since 1999 and has earned multiple victories at every level he has competed in.  Since turning professional in 2019, Reinhardt has compiled two track championships and seven victories, including an All Star Circuit of Champions win.

Learn more about Kyle Reinhardt and shop merch at: KyleReinhardt.com

Follow Kyle Reinhardt’s season at:  A2DPR.com/latest-news

Facebook:   Facebook.com/KyleReinhardtRacing

Twitter:  Twitter.com/KyleReinhardt21 

Instagram:  Instagram.com/KyleReinhardt21 

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

Broadcast coverage of All Star Circuit of Champions event, Port Royal Speedway events and select Lincoln Speedway events is available at FloRacing.com

Broadcast coverage of 410 sprint car events at BAPS Motor Speedway is available at SprintCarUnlimited.tv

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!

 Capitol Renegade

Capitol Custom Coaches & Trailers

Coors Banquet Beer

Henry’s Wrecker Service

Fibreworks Composites

Maxim Chassis

FK Rod Ends

Kelly Racing Fuel

Arai Americas

KSE Racing Products

InTech Trailers

Mettec

AL Driveline

DMI

Rider Racing Engines

HP Engines

Titan Wings

Simpson Race Products

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!  These are the businesses…the people…the families…that make what these we do possible. 

PLEASE take the time to browse this information and help our race team by giving your business to these great partners. 

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

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]

Hartlaub Makes 410 Start, Banks Two Top Ten’s in 358 Action

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Second 410 Sprint Race on Tap This Weekend at Lincoln Speedway

Abbottstown, PA – June 14, 2023

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Photo Credit:  Jeremy Zarfos Photography

Kody Hartlaub has been building his 358 sprint car program’s depth, preparation and performance over the past few seasons.  All of it is toward the ultimate goal of entering the 410 sprint car ranks, not in a rush, but with a solid foundation.

The East Berlin, PA resident has filled the seat of a couple 410 sprint cars for a few races over the past couple years.  That was certainly valuable for the experience it provided.  As he entered last offseason, (with the help of Pat Brewer and Brewer Home Improvements) Hartlaub decided it was time to start assembling his own 410 program.  In late May, it was ready to hit the track at BAPS Motor Speedway during a test-and-tune night.  With that test under his belt, he targeted Williams Grove Speedway the following week to make his 2023 410 debut.

  • Division:  410 Sprint Cars
  • Date:  June 2, 2023
  • Track:  Williams Grove Speedway
  • City, State:   Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Quick Stats:  21 cars, Heat 6th (7), A-main 18th (17)

 

  • Division:  358 Sprint Cars
  • Date:  June 3, 2023
  • Track:  Lincoln Speedway
  • City, State:   Abbottstown, PA
  • Quick Stats:  29 cars, Heat 1st (2), A-main 7th (9)  [feature makeup June 10th]

 

  • Division:  358 Sprint Cars
  • Date:  June 9, 2023
  • Track:  Williams Grove Speedway
  • City, State:   Mechanicsburg, PA
  • Quick Stats:  rained out

 

  • Division:  358 Sprint Cars
  • Date:  June 10, 2023
  • Track:  Lincoln Speedway
  • City, State:   Abbottstown, PA
  • Quick Stats:  34 cars, Heat 1st (1), A-main 10th (12)

 

Seat Time

The June 2nd show at Williams Grove Speedway drew only twenty one 410 sprint cars, guaranteeing Hartlaub the maximum laps he could ask for to gain valuable knowledge and experience in his own equipment.

Hartlaub started 7th in his heat race and he managed a 6th place finish to secure the 17th starting spot in the 25-lap main event.

In the A-main, Hartlaub appeared to be on his way to a notable season debut in the division.  By lap three he was already in 12th and the top ten was in sight.  

With ten laps complete, Hartlaub chose to drop off the pace and pull in.  The issue wasn’t with the car, it was with the driver.  Hartlaub had been feeling ill for the past 24 hours but had rested prior to racing Friday night and felt ok to start the night.  The evening took a toll on him though and he made the smart decision to get out of the car.  He was officially credited with an 18th place finish but what was gained in the process was very valuable.

“My plan was to just lag back and make laps behind the field but when I did that in the heat race I caught the field pretty quickly, so I thought what the heck let’s race.  In the feature I did that and I was pretty happy with how that was going but I started to really not feel very well and knew it wasn’t smart to stay out and try to fight through it.  I didn’t have anything to gain from doing that.“, Hartlaub said.

 

Short Night

The following night at Lincoln Speedway, after a lot of rest and a visit to the doctor, Hartlaub was back in the seat of his 358 sprint car and rolling to the green flag on the front row of his heat race.  Polesitter Justin foster took command at the start but on lap nine, Hartlaub finally wrestled the lead away and went on to win the heat race.

Hartlaub was slated to start 9th in the A-main but unfortunately the rains came before the event could take the track.

Long Night

Hartlaub planned on racing in the 358 sprint car at Williams Grove Speedway on June 9th, but a late afternoon rain storm washed out the show.

Saturday night, Hartlaub was back at Lincoln Speedway with the makeup feature from the previous week on the agenda, along with the night’s regular show.

Following hot laps, the previous week’s rained out feature led off the action.  Hartlaub started 9th and quickly surged into the top five on lap four.  Progress stalled there. 

Hartlaub held down the 5th spot until lap fifteen, when he slipped back to 6th.  On the final circuit he dropped to a 7th place finish in 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, Hartlaub’s Furniture, Kody Hartlaub Racing No.95.

“Our results in that first feature are on me.  The track was different at both ends and we weren’t good at either end because I tuned myself right out of it.“, Hartlaub said.

In the night’s regular show, Hartlaub started on the pole of his heat race and he controlled the race from start to finish, winning by 1.46 seconds.

With the handicap system in play and Hartlaub leading the points, he assumed the 12th starting spot for the 20-lap main event. Unfortunately, the track had started to take rubber during the 410 sprint car feature, so teams were dealing with a narrow, if not single lane, surface from the drop of the green.

Hartlaub managed to battle his way to a 10th place finish but that was as far forward as conditions would allow him to go.  With five events now in the books at Lincoln Speedway in 2023, Hartlaub leads the point standings by 50 over Steve Owings.

Up Next: More 410 and 358 Action

Hartlaub will strap back into his 410 sprint car at Lincoln Speedway on Saturday, June 17th.

Friday night June 23rd Hartlaub will be back in the seat of his 358 sprint car at Williams Grove Speedway.

 

Season Stats: 358 Division

10 races, 2 wins, 6 top 5’s, 9 top 10’s, 9 top 15’s

 

Trivia Question

The answer to last week’s trivia question is Kody Hartlaub’s favorite TV show is Yellowstone!

Now, on to this week’s question.  What is Kody’s favorite restaurant?

Hint – Did you know Kody has a website?  You might want to visit KodyHartlaub.com!

The answer in the next press release!

 

Partner Spotlight

Siegel Racing

 

KODY HARTLAUB RACING

Follow Kody’s season at:   A2DPR.com/latest-news

Kody Hartlaub Racing on Facebook:   Facebook.com/KodyHartlaubRacing

Kody Hartlaub on Twitter:   Twitter.com/KodyHartlaub

410 sprint car action as Kody Hartlaub (95) duels with Devon Borden (23) at Williams Grove Speedway (photo credit: Derick Kriner Photography)
Kody Hartlaub (photo credit: Derick Kriner Photography)

Broadcast coverage of most 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

Hartlaub’s Furniture, Inc.

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

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Feathers Searching for Solutions to Struggles

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Team Exploring Changes To Get Back to Form

Port Royal, PA – June 14, 2023

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Photo Credit:  Derick Kriner Photography

Typically, by the month of June Trever Feathers would have a win, or more, on the books and he would be fine-tuning his super late model to turn top ten finishes into podiums and wins.

Thus far in 2023, the Winchester, VA native is not having that type of season.  Feathers has made all nine races he has attempted but his average finish is 14th.  Instead of fine-tuning, he is searching.  

Feathers and father Bo are spending long hours in the shop trying to find the root of their issues, the reason the changes they have been making are not getting the results they expect.

Racing is never easy and, frustrating as it is, this is one of those challenges that only makes the eventual payoff sweeter when it is overcome.

 

  • Date:  June 10, 2023
  • Track:  Port Royal Speedway
  • City, State:   Port Royal, PA
  • Quick Stats:  50 cars, Qualifying 9th in Group A, Heat 2nd (3), A-main 28th (13)

 

  • Date:  June 11, 2023
  • Track:  Hagerstown Speedway
  • City, State:   Hagerstown, MD
  • Quick Stats:  40 cars, Qualifying 7th in Group A, Heat 2nd (3), A-main 18th (12)

 

Port Royal Roller Coaster

A large, high-quality field of 50 super late models signed in at Port Royal Speedway for the Appalachian Mountain Speedweek show Saturday night.  Given that context, Trever Feather’s qualifying lap that landed him 9th in Group A was not a bad start to the night at all.

Feathers went on show speed in his heat race as well, finishing in the runner up spot after starting in row two.  The 35-lap A-main was a different, yet familiar, story for the Larry Royston Racing team though.

Feathers started 13th with his eyes on racing into the top ten, but it quickly became obvious the car was not right.  Feathers fought the car from the drop of the green, falling four spots on the opening lap, and four more by lap six.  At that point, he retired from the event.

Port Royal has been a similar roller coaster ride for Feathers all season.  Good early, not good late.  Good one week, not the next.

“It’s frustrating for sure.  We have been working so hard to figure out why the car isn’t responding to changes we make.  Not sure what we need to do, but we will go back to the shop and put our heads together to figure out how to go forward.“, Feathers shared.

Hagerstown

Feathers and team were back at it the following night at Hagerstown Speedway in Maryland, trying to shake off the frustrations.

Once again, Feathers came out of the gate competitive, turning in the 7th best lap in Group A qualifying in the Hot Rod Septic Treatment, Larry Royston’s Septic Services, Martins Pumping Service, McFarland Custom Painting & Wall Coverings, North River Farm, Clem’s Garage, Leggett Engine Research, Feathers & Sons Roofing, Coffelt Graphics, Larry Royston Properties, Larry Royston Equipment, Bilstein Shocks, Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic, Bo Feathers Racing, Barry Wright Race Cars, No.20.

The heat race was also a similar story that showed even more promise.  Feathers started 3rd and raced into 2nd in the early going, then set his sights on leader Rick Eckert.

Feathers closed on Eckert multiple times, showing his nose to the veteran.  He couldn’t quite get the run he needed to claim the top spot but the runner-up finish less than a second back was a good sign.

In the 35-lap main event, Feathers started 12th.  He did not get off to a great start, falling to 16th on lap five.  From there he found a rhythm and chipped away and recovering the lost ground.

By lap fourteen Feathers was back up to 12th and a few laps later raced his way into 11th.  The race had run green from the start and when the first caution flag appeared with six laps remaining, Feathers had cracked the top ten.

The ensuing restart is where the night took a turn.  Feathers lost two spot on lap 29, then continued to slide slowly, ending the night 18th at the checkers.

“I don’t know what to say.  We were at least decent until that last restart and then the car was just terrible suddenly.”, Feathers said.  “We have to make some changes.“

 

Up Next

Feathers and the Larry Royston Racing team have not determined their plans for the upcoming weekend as of yet.  Their current efforts are in the shop working on resolving some issues. Stay tuned to Trever’s social media outlets, as well as Addicted2Dirt PR for schedule updates very soon.

 

Season Stats

9 races, 0 wins, 2 top 5’s, 3 top 10’s, 5 top 15’s

 

Trivia Question

The answer to our last trivia question is Trever Feathers competed at the Winter Nationals at East Bay Raceway Park with the Lucas Oil Dirt Late Model Series in 2020!

Now, on to this week’s question.  What university did Trever earn a degree from?

The answer in the next press release!

 

Sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2023 season.

Trever Feathers Racing can be contacted via [email protected].

Partner Spotlight

Coffelt Graphics

TREVER FEATHERS RACING

Bio & Media Info:  A2DPR.com/TreverFeathers

Press Releases:  A2DPR.com/LatestNews

Facebook:  Facebook.com/TFeathersRacing

Twitter:  Twitter.com/TFeathersRacing

Instagram:  Instagram.com/TFeathersRacing

photo credit: Derick Kriner Photography
Trever Feathers and father Bo discuss setup options for the feature (photo credit: A2D PR)

Broadcast coverage of Port Royal Speedway events is available at FloRacing.com

Broadcast coverage of ALL Appalachian Mountain Speedweek events is available at FloRacing.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!
 

Hot Rod Septic Treatment

Larry Royston’s Septic Services

Martins Pumping Service

McFarland Custom Painting & Wall Coverings

North River Farm

Clem’s Garage

Leggett Engine Research

Feathers & Sons Roofing

Coffelt Graphics

Larry Royston Properties

Larry Royston Equipment

Billstein Shocks

Hoosier Tire Mid-Atlantic

Bo Feathers Racing

Barry Wright Race Cars

In Memory of Nathan McCoy

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!  

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Double Features a Night to Forget for Cappetta

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Looking to Rebound Once Racing Action Resumes

Abbottstown, PA – June 14, 2023

by Emily Winslow / Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Photo Credit:  Jeremy Zarfos Photography

Cappetta and team faced a tough night at Lincoln that included two features. Ashley and the team are looking to regroup and return to the track stronger in July.

  • Date:  June 10, 2023
  • Event:  Elijah Hawkins Memorial
  • Track:  Lincoln Speedway
  • City, State:   Abbottstown, PA
  • Quick Stats:  6/3 Make-up Feature: 15th [13]; 6/10 Feature: 34 cars, Heat 6th [4], A-main 23th [23] 

 

Steve Smith Make-up Feature Starts Off Night

Ashley Cappetta and the Gettysburg Trading Post, Mike’s Towing and Recovery, Yesteryear Antique Center, Stoner’s Auction, O’Brien’s Fuel and Service, Iron Horse Trains, Republican Club of Hanover No. 89 were back in action on Saturday night at Lincoln Speedway for the Steve Smith Tribute Race make-up feature and the Elijah Hawkins Memorial.  

Cappetta lined up thirteenth for the start of the Steve Smith Tribute make-up feature, which was her best starting spot of the season. With the recent dry spell, Cappetta went into the night thinking the track would suit her driving style, a dry slick track is when she thrives. The track ended up not being in her wheelhouse, “I wasn’t comfortable at all. If there hadn’t been a caution I probably could have held on to 12th, but I got tight in turns 3 and 4 after the caution and got pushed up to the fence. That allowed cars to get under me and I ended up 15th.” With her hopes set on a top 10, the make-up feature results already had Cappetta and the team behind the eight ball to start off the night. 

Cappetta Fights Car and Track Throughout the Night

For the first time of the season, Cappetta had a decent pill draw to start off a show. A crew member drew the 32 pill which was a positive on a night of not so positive results. Ashley started the heat fourth and had a good initial start, “I lost a handle in turns 3 and 4 but had good entry into turn 1.” Cappetta spun out in her heat race and would cross the line sixth, one spot shy of a transfer spot. 

The team changed gears for the B-main, “I still was not comfortable with the car but we ended up third.” The reason for the gear changes was wheel spin, “I had a lot of wheel spin through turns 3 and 4 and to the flag stand.” Cappetta’s third place finish in the B-main lined her up 23rd for the Elijah Hawkins Memorial feature. The team changed the gears again for the feature, “The gear change for the feature slowed the car down too much. We just weren’t any good.” Cappetta finished the feature where she started, 23rd.

Team Looks to Come Back Stronger

“It’s not easy to throw a night like this in the trash. We want to know what it was that went wrong.” The team opted to use the old tire compound as Saturday was the final night, they could run them at Lincoln this season and that decision could have been a factor in how their night went. Another culprit could have been a shock, so the team planned to test the shocks back at the shop. A torsion bar could also have played a part in how tough it was to handle the car. In the end the team found that a torsion bar had gone bad after looking over the car at the shop on Monday. 

With some extended time off before the next race on Cappetta’s schedule, the team may head to BAPS to test the car before the next race. Ashley and the team will look to continue their march forward when they return to the track, “I felt like the weeks leading up to Saturday we had been moving in the right direction.”

Stay tuned to Cappetta’s social media accounts, as well as Addicted2DirtPR.com/Events for the most up to date schedule information.

Up Next

Big Diamond Speedway, Friday, July 7 at 7:15PM

Season Stats

6 races, 0 wins, 0 top 5’s, 0 top 10’s, 2 top 15’s

 

Trivia Question

What hall of fame driver did Ashley’s dad work on the car for?
The answer in the next press release!
Last week’s answer: Ashley is from East Berlin

Partner Spotlight

The Republican Club of Hanover was launched by Lawrence B. Sheppard. In principle, it served as a gathering place on the second floor of the Old Bon Ton building on the square. It was located at 10 and 12 Carlisle Street, or above what is currently the pet shop. The original liquor license was purchased on October 30, 1935. Through socials and feeds, Republicans met to bond, connect, and develop relationships with each other. Members enjoyed activities such as bowling, pool, and poker. Many years later property was purchased and the facility was moved to its current location at 255 West Chestnut Street in 1968.

ASHLEY CAPPETTA RACING

Press Releases:   A2DPR.com/latest-news

Facebook:   Facebook.com/ACappettaRacing89

Twitter and Instagram:   Twitter.com/A_Cappetta89

Website:   AshleyCappettaRacing.com

(photo credit: Jeremy Zarfos Photography)

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

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

SPECIAL THANKS

Thank you to all our 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!
 

Gettysburg Trading Post

Mike’s Towing & Recovery

Yesteryear Antique Center of Hanover

Stoner’s Auction

O’Brien’s Fuel and Service

Iron Horse Trains

Republican Club of Hanover

Racing Through Time Antiques & Collectibles

CP-Carrillo

DW Automotive Services, LLC

FK Rod Ends

Food Adventures

BAM Products Roller Lifters

KH Suspension

NASTY N8 Racing

Schaeffer’s Oil / Doug Smith

Smith Titanium

Total Seal

Hooker Harness

MyRacePass

Sharp Advantage Safety Products, LLC

Titan Wings

BDB Graphics

K1 Racegear

Kinsler Fuel Injection

AL Driveline

3 Feathers Racing

Jesel

OGIO

GoPro

Slick Products

Paul Felsch Engines

Barnes Oil Systems

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! 

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Berry Has Hot Start to Speedweek at Clinton County, Runs Into Trouble at Hagerstown

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Speedweek Continues at Path Valley Tuesday, Bedford Thursday and Friday

Port Royal, PA – June 12, 2023

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Photo Credit:  Jason Walls / WRT Speedwerx

When the return of Appalachian Mountain Late Model Speedweek in 2023 was announced, Austin Berry Racing saw it as a goal for their program for a few reasons.  First, it was an opportunity to showcase what they have been building and hopefully show fans, and maybe even themselves, they had taken the next step toward their ultimate goal.

“In my late model career, I’ve never been able to attempt running a series of races like this.  This is the first time I have been in a position to have enough resources to think about doing it.  For a working man, it’s like being a professional racer for ten days.”, Berry commented.  “That’s fun of course for a kid who always wanted to be a race car driver, but there’s a practical aspect to it too.  The variety of tracks makes me better as a driver and us better as a team.  The schedule makes us better as a team too by challenging us to be prepared for anything and to be able to handle short turnaround times.  There is a lot to be learned from running Speedweek.”

Second, the team feels they need to race to give their marketing partners the exposure they expect for their support.

Lastly, while their performance over the past season and a half has mostly been good, the team still works with limited depth.  The hope is that consistent, top performances on a stage like Speedweek will attract partners that can help build the depth they are aiming for to compete on a regional level.

  • Date:  June 9, 2023
  • Event:  Appalachian Mountain Late Model Speedweek – Night 1
  • Track:  Clinton County Speedway
  • City, State:   Mill Hall, PA
  • Quick Stats:  40 cars,  Qualifying 3rd in Group B, Dash 2: 1st (3), A-main 3rd (2)

 

  • Date:  June 10, 2023
  • Event:  Appalachian Mountain Late Model Speedweek – Night 2
  • Track:  Port Royal Speedway
  • City, State:   Port Royal, PA
  • Quick Stats:  50 cars, Qualifying 12th in Group B, Heat 3rd (5), A-main 13th (16)

 

  • Date:  June 11, 2023
  • Event:  Appalachian Mountain Late Model Speedweek – Night 3
  • Track:  Hagerstown Speedway
  • City, State:   Hagerstown, MD
  • Quick Stats:  40 cars, Qualifying 7th in Group B, Heat 8th (2)

 

Hot Start at Clinton County

Opening night of Appalachian Mountain Late Model Speedweek attracted 40 of the best super late models in Pennsylvania to compete for the $4,000 top prize at Clinton County Speedway in Mill Hall, Pennsylvania.

The field was split into two groups for qualifying, with Berry going out 39th overall.  His late-session laps drew some attention when he ripped off the 3rd quickest lap in Group B, which was good enough to lock the The Tire Mart Tire Pros of Harrisburg, Juniata Veterinary Clinic, Berry’s Siding & Seamless Gutter, SRI Performance, VP Racing Fuels, JDS Racing, Locust Hill Custom Butcher Shop, Nathan Berry Beef Farm, Addicted2DirtPR.com, GO Lithium, Valvoline Pro-V Racing, Super Clean, Rocket Chassis No.86 into the dash and the night’s 35-lap feature.

The dashes for Speedweek are a unique format.  The top three from each qualifying group earlier in the night compete against each other for two more laps under the clock.  The fastest of the Group A cars earns the pole, with the next two starting 3rd and 5th respectively in the feature.  The Group B cars make up the outside of the first three rows.  Austin Berry earned the outside front row spot with a lap of 14.03, which just nipped Dylan Yoder who logged a 14.06.

Berry had a rocky start at the drop of the green and found himself running 4th after two laps, but the Mifflin (PA) native battled back, working his way past Rick Eckert to claim 3rd on lap eight. 

As the leaders sliced through lapped traffic, Berry tracked them down and wrestled the runner-up spot away from Drake Troutman on lap fourteen.  He controlled the 2nd spot for the next nineteen laps and closed on leader Jason Covert briefly during one stretch.  He never got close enough to strike and Covert stretched his lead again.

A caution appeared with two laps remaining, bunching the field for a single-file restart.  Gregg Satterlee had raced from 9th to 3rd and pressured Berry on the restart, slipping by coming to the white flag.  Berry held on to the 3rd place finish at the line.

“Well, I have to admit, I didn’t expect that.”, a smiling Berry said.  “We’ve only been here once before and didn’t get to race that night, so this was really our first time making laps here.  We took a shot at the setup for qualifying and that went pretty well, then since we didn’t have to run a heat, we had to guess a little what the car needed for the feature.“

“If it had stayed green and I could have cleared a couple lapped cars, we might have had a shot at Jason (Covert) but that yellow hurt us a little.  With our tire choice, I was afraid it wouldn’t take off on the restart and Gregg did get us coming to the white but it was a good night and we will certainly take it.  We’re glad Speedweek is back and we are looking forward to the rest of the week.“

At the conclusion of opening night, Berry sat second in points, trailing leader Jason Covert by 33 points.

Late Slip at the Palace

Night two of Appalachian Mountain Late Model Speedweek at Port Royal Speedway drew a large, stout field of 50 super late model teams to chase the $5,000 top prize.

Berry once again had to work with a late draw, going out 21st of 25 cars in Group B qualifying, which was 46th overall.  He managed to register a solid lap that put him 12th in the group.  To show just how close the competition is, had Berry been able to lap the half-mile just 0.055 seconds quicker, he would have been 9th in the group.

From the 5th starting spot in his heat race, Berry worked his way to 3rd at the halfway point and finished there to lock himself into the main event.

Berry knew if he and the team made the right adjustments his Rocket XR1 was still capable of racing into the top ten from his 16th starting spot.  It appeared they had done just that as he raced his way all the way to 8th in the first dozen laps of the 35-lap feature.

Following a mid-race caution, Berry fell a couple spots.  As the night came to a close, he dropped a couple more positions and crossed the line with a 13th place finish.

“I got over-anxious and got the tires too hot.  The car was running so good early, I pushed it too hard and that hurt us at the end.  Tonight is on me.  I ran too hard early and mismanaged my tires.”, Berry admitted.

At the conclusion of night two, Berry sat fourth in points, trailing leader Tyler Emory by 64 points.

 

South of the Mason-Dixon Line

Night three of Appalachian Mountain Late Model Speedweek brought Austin Berry and 39 other teams just across the Mason-Dixon Line to Hagerstown Speedway in Maryland.  His night started off on solid footing with a 7th place qualifying run in Group B.

Going from the front row in his heat race, Berry appeared to be on track for another good starting spot in the night’s finale, but things didn’t go as planned.

Berry assumed the 2nd spot at the green flag and held that for the first two circuits.  On lap three in turn three there was contact when Matt Sponaugle tried to dive under Berry’s No.86.  The contact caused Berry to spin and dropped him to the rear of the field for the restart with six laps remaining.

Not ready to give up, Berry raced his way back toward a transfer spot, or at least a good starting spot in the B-main.  He was in the midst of a tight battle for the 5th position at the white flag but never made it back to the checkered flag.

Once again turn three bit Berry.  Twice in six laps.

“I was planning to go low into turn three and take a shot at 5th but the 44s took the low line away.  I tried to avoid contact and hit the inside guardrail, which spun me up across the track where I got clipped by another car a few seconds later.  That did us in for the night.“, Berry explained.

 

Thoughts

“Overall, we are getting better at time-trialing.  We’ve been decent and in position to transfer through our heat worst case, so I feel pretty good about our week so far.  We didn’t get the finishes we should have the last two nights obviously, so I need to learn from that and make better decisions so we can improve on the end of our night.“, Berry said Monday afternoon from the team’s shop where they were thrashing to make repairs.

“Thankfully it looks like we can get this car back to the track, so we will be at Path Valley Tuesday night.  Our short track program is pretty good, so hopefully the car will be ok and we can have a good night there.”  Berry shared.

With the disappointing night in Maryland, Berry fell from 4th to 13th in the tightly contested Speedweek point standings.

“We took a points hit last night though, so we’re going to take it one night at a time from here on this week.  If Path (Valley) doesn’t go well, we will reevaluate and pick our spots the rest of the week.  If it goes well, we will keep racing and try to work our way back up the point standings.“

 

Be sure to visit YouTube.com/AustinBerry86 to watch the team’s latest video recap!  Speedweek videos will be posted soon!  Like, comment and share the video, plus subscribe to Austin Berry Racing’s YouTube Channel to see all the great content they share!

Up Next

Appalachian Mountain Late Model Speedweek continues Tuesday, June 13th at Path Valley Speedway, followed by an off day Wednesday before a two-day show at Bedford Speedway on Thursday and Friday, June 15th & 16th.

Berry’s full schedule can be found at Addicted2DirtPR.com/events and at AustinBerryRacing.com under Schedule.

Season Stats

10 races, 0 wins, 3 top 5’s, 4 top 10’s, 6 top 15’s

 

Trivia Question

Last week’s trivia answer is, Austin Berry finished 6th in the championship point standings at Port Royal Speedway in 2019!

Now, on to this week’s question.  In what discipline did Austin earn his college degree from Penn State University?

The answer in the next press release!

 

Partner Spotlight

VP RACING FUELS

World Leader in Fuel Technology

Founded in 1975, the quest of VP Racing Fuels since day one has been optimum horsepower.

Founder Steve Burns began his quest at the local tracks of Texas, where racers tried his fuel and liked the power gains. His first fuel was christened “C12™,” and from a single location with two employees in San Antonio, Texas, VP has grown to over 200 employees with five company owned and operated race fuel distribution points in Texas, Indiana, Georgia, Delaware and Tennessee, as well as a regional office in southern California.

VP is now recognized by many as the world leader in race fuel technology, with a catalog of more than 80 fuel blends and a growing roster of VP-fueled champions across the entire spectrum of motorsports. The passion and dedication of VP’s development team to staying on the leading edge of technology is legendary. Most of VP’s employees are or have been racers in one form or another and are driven by the competitive will to win. Together, the VP team intends to solidify its position as the true World Leader in Race Fuel Technology for years to come.

Performance

You may wonder why VP Racing Fuel is better, more premium, and an exceedingly popular choice over other fuels.

VP Racing Fuel is highly oxygenated in comparison to standard fuels. Fuels that are higher in oxygenation requires more fuel flow. In particular, VP requires 4 to 6 percent fuel flow, which means less fuel is needed to power the car.

VP Racing Fuel is also better vaporized. The higher oxygenation of the fuel ensures the fuel intakes more air. The air combined with the heat from the engine increases fuel burning and improves vaporization.  Fuels that are better-vaporized burn more efficiently than others, which means it needs less fuel to produce power. Using less fuel means it can be money-saving and much longer-lasting.

The high oxygenation process that occurs makes cars use less fuel yet creates more horsepower. Better vaporization and cooler engines ensure a car can run at its maximum capacity. VP Racing Fuel burns quicker than standard fuels, which gives the car much more power.

Cooler engines make cars safer and longer lasting. As VP Racing Fuel burns more efficiently, this requires less heat from the car. Less heat from the car reduces overheating and car faults. VP uses a coolant in their fuel, as well as other products, to combine with its ‘less fuel usage’ benefit to ensure maximized cooling to guarantee lower engine temperatures.

More Than Fuel

VP isn’t just a fuel producer.  They have a top line of oils, lubricants, coolants and other automotive fluids.

Austin Berry Forms Partnership

Austin Berry against the beautiful backdrop at Clinton County Speedway (photo credit: Jason Walls/WRT Speedwerx)
Austin Berry hits the track at Port Royal Speedway for his qualifying run 6-10-23 (photo credit: Derick Kriner Photography)

AUSTIN BERRY RACING

 

Website:  AustinBerryRacing.com

Bio & Media Info:  A2DPR.com/AustinBerry

Press Releases:  A2DPR.com/LatestNews

Facebook:  Facebook.com/AustinBerryRacing

Twitter:  Twitter.com/AustinBerryRacn

Shop:  AustinBerryRacing.com/Shopping

Broadcast coverage of ALL Appalachian Mountain Speedweek events is available at FloRacing.com

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!  These are the businesses…the people…the families…that make what these we do possible. 

PLEASE take the time to browse this information and help our race team by giving your business to these great partners. 

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

The Tire Mart Tire Pros of Harrisburg

Juniata Veterinary Clinic

Berry’s Siding & Seamless Gutter

SRI Performance

VP Racing Fuels

JDS Racing

Locust Hill Custom Butcher Shop

Nathan Berry Beef Farm

Addicted2DirtPR.com

GO Lithium

Valvoline Pro-V Racing

Super Clean

Peterson Fluid Systems

Barnes Systems, Inc.

Quick Car

Kevin Nouse Designs

Sweet Manufacturing

BDR Racing Products

Beyea Headers

Swift Springs

Strange Oval

DMI – Diversified Machine, Inc.

Quarter Master

Hoosier Mid-Atlantic

Rocket Chassis

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]

Halligan Dominates, Finds Victory Lane at Port Royal

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Open Wheel Madness Up Next Saturday at Port Royal

Port Royal, PA – June 12, 2023

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Photo Credit:  Derick Kriner Photography

Jeff Halligan has been to victory lane at Port Royal Speedway at least once each season since 2020 but so far this year it had eluded him.

His best finish at ‘The Speed Palace’ in 2023 was 3rd back on May 6th and last week was his worst finish (20th) when his night ended with a hard crash after being in the wrong place at the wrong time.

Halligan and the Risser Motorsports team have been working hard to get back to victory lane and Saturday night they flexed their muscle a little.

 

  • Date:  June 10, 2023
  • Track:  Port Royal Speedway
  • City, State:   Port Royal, PA
  • Quick Stats:  27 cars, Heat 3rd (6), A-main 1st (6)

 

Making the Cut

Halligan and the Risser Motorsports, TheTreeCenter.com, Victory Auto of Lewistown, EMM Sales & Service, Jake’s Golf Carts, Pine Hill Trailers, Keystone Ag Spraying No.45 were among the field of 27 teams signed in at Port Royal Speedway Saturday night, June 10th.  Three heats would each transfer the top six finishers to the main event but only the top three would be handicapped to the front of the starting lineup for the finale.

From his starting spot on the outside of row three in his heat race, Halligan went to the cushion in turns one and two to drive into 4th, then used the momentum to dive low in turn three to take 3rd.  He would go on to finish there and make the cut for a handicap spot.

Making a Statement

Just like earlier in the night, Halligan rolled to the green from the outside of row three.  This time it would be 25 laps and $5,000 to the winner.

Once again Halligan got off to a quick start, this time using the middle to move into 4th on the opening lap, then 3rd on lap two.

On lap three Halligan dove under Michael Walter in turn three and slid up into the runner-up spot.  He then began his pursuit of leader Lucas Wolfe.

Halligan entered turn one higher on lap five and cut low off turn two.  The diamond move produced a big run, which the Ephrata, PA native used to drive under Wolfe entering turn three and take the top spot.

Halligan quickly put several car lengths between himself and Wolfe.  He reached lapped traffic on lap nine but navigated it smoothly and continued to build his lead.  At the halfway mark, he held a straightaway advantage.

The first caution of the event appeared with six laps remaining.  On the ensuing restart, Halligan used the middle and low side of the speedway to put five car lengths between himself and Wolfe by the time the pair reached the middle of the backstretch.   He continued his torrid pace and won the race going away.

“I told (crew chief) Kyle (Defibaugh) that was the easiest win I’ve ever had in any division I have raced.  That car was a dream to drive.“, Halligan said in victory lane.

“The track was a lot like Weikert weekend.  We were really close then, so went off that.  We nailed it this time; we were good in dirty air; we were good everywhere“.

Halligan’s No.45 certainly was on point Saturday night.  When the caution appeared with six laps remaining, he had a 5.3 second lead and when racing resumed, he amassed a 4 second advantage over the final six circuits.

“This is a brand new HP engine.  First night out for it.  We decided to break it out and get it ready for Speedweek.  It’s a different car than last week too.  That one was junk.  We are running Panther Chassis and Shawn is here tonight, so it’s cool to have him here for a win.”, Halligan continued.

“We weren’t very good earlier tonight but Kyle and the team went to work on it and they had it perfect.  I wasn’t worried at all on the restart.  The car was so good I just thought, let’s finish this off.“, Halligan shared.

“I want to thank Brent and Debbie Risser, Jake’s Carts and Victory Auto for starters.  We could not do this without them.  Thanks to TheTreeCenter.com, EMM Sales and Service, Panther Frameworx, Pine Hill Trailers, Keystone Ag Spraying, RV 4-Wheel Drive, Newlin Bar Service, Jim Haller’s Maple Syrup, Alloy Wheel Repair and all our partners.  Zach (Newlin) and Jim (Haller) are here tonight too, so it’s great to win with so many of these folks in attendance.  Thanks to my crew.  This is on them.  This is their win.“

 

Up Next

Halligan and the Risser Motorsports team be back at Port Royal Speedway on Saturday, June 17th for the speedway’s Open Wheel Madness show that includes the USAC Sprint Car and USAC Silver Crown divisions.

Season Stats

17 races, 1 wins, 6 top 5’s, 10 top 10’s, 13 top 15’s

 

Trivia Question

The answer to last week’s trivia question is Jeff Halligan started racing in 1999 in quarter midgets!

Now, on to this week’s question.  What year did Jeff first race in the 358 sprint car division?

The answer in the next press release!

 

Partner Spotlight

JAKE’S GOLF CARTS – A SMALL-TOWN COMPANY WITH NATIONWIDE REACH!

Jake’s Golf Carts is located in McVeytown, Pennsylvania. But we’ve got happy customers nationwide.

CARTS  |  LIFT KITS  |  WHEELS & TIRES  |  ACCESSORIES

Jake’s Golf Carts is Pennsylvania’s premiere Club Car Authorized Dealer. Jake’s stocks and services hundreds of carts and personal transportation vehicles for your personal and commercial needs and manufactured by the biggest, best, and most reliable name in the industry.

SALES |  SERVICE  |  RENTALS

M-F 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM EST

(April-Sept) Sat 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST

(Oct-March) Sat 9:00 AM – 1200 PM EST or by appointment

CONTACT US

Address:  7741 US Hwy 522 South, McVeytown, PA 17051

Phone: 888-579-9769

 

 

JEFF HALLIGAN RACING

Follow Jeff’s season at:     Addicted2dirtpr.com/latest-news/

Jeff Halligan Racing on Facebook:     Facebook.com/JeffHalligan45h

Jeff Halligan on Twitter:     Twitter.com/JeffHalliganRcg

Jeff Halligan on Instagram:     Instagram.com/JeffHalliganRacing

Jeff Halligan Racing’s Online Store:     JeffHalliganRacing.com

Jeff Halligan (45) leads Lucas Wolfe (5) during feature action at Port Royal Speedway 6-10-23 (photo credit: Derick Kriner Photography)
photo credit: Derick Kriner Photography

Broadcast coverage of All Star Circuit of Champions event, Port Royal Speedway events and select Lincoln Speedway events is available at FloRacing.com

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

Broadcast coverage of 410 sprint car events at BAPS Motor Speedway is available at SprintCarUnlimited.tv

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!

 

Risser Motorsports

TheTreeCenter.com

Victory Auto of Lewistown, PA

EMM Sales & Service, Inc.

Jake’s Golf Carts

Jim’s Maple Syrup

HighDef Suspension

Scheaffer’s Racing Oil

Newlin Bar Service

Alloy Wheel Repair

AL Driveline

Pine Hill Trailers

Keystone Ag Spraying

RV 4 Wheel Drive & Performance Automotive

Roach Wings

Panther Framworx

HP Engines

Steve Conn

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]

Keen Scores Runner Up Finish at Lincoln in Unplanned Visit

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Date With URC at Selinsgrove Next on the Calendar

Abbottstown, PA – June 11, 2023

by Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Photo Credit:  Jeremy Zarfos Photography

Kyle Keen is over two months into his 2023 season but only has five races on the ledger thus far in the Fine Line Auto Body, Keen Parts/CorvetteParts.net, Doubling Gap Ranch, Shetron, Auction & Equipment, LLC., Wicked Dog Grille, Heishman Racing Fuels, Wicked Cushion, DL Lehman Construction, Gearhead Coffee, Jeremy Zarfos Photography, Coyle’s Lawn Maintenance, 2B Wrapped, 4 Leaf Clover Farms, Turn 2 Terribles Podcast & Media, Kyle Keen Motorsports No.17.

Those five races have produced very up and down results, combined with glimpses of high potential.  Keen’s greatest desire right now is to get into a rhythm, something the weather and mechanical issues have prevented so far this season.  Seat time is the only way to keep getting better.

  • Date:  June 10, 2023
  • Track:  Lincoln Speedway
  • City, State:   Abbottstown, PA
  • Quick Stats:  34 cars, Heat 3rd (3), A-main 2nd (1)

 

Learning Moment

Lineups for the four heat races for the 34 cars on hand at Lincoln Speedway Saturday night were set by pill draw.  The top five finishers would transfer to the A-main but only the top three would be handicapped to the front of the starting lineup for the finale.

Keen started 3rd in his 10-lap heat race and worked his way into the runner-up spot on lap three.  He held that spot, trying to run down the leader for the next seven laps.  On the final circuit the Carlisle, PA native slipped one spot to finish 3rd.

“With a lap to go I tried blocking the bottom line and I got out-experienced by a veteran racer. Definitely a good learning moment for me.“, Keen said.

Fortunately, the lost position didn’t hurt Keen, as he still claimed a handicap spot.

 

A Complete Night

Keen started on the pole for the 20-lap main event but front row mate Kyle Spence led the opening lap.

Keen chased Spence the entire distance but with the track taking rubber, it was tough to get close, let alone make a move.  He kept a firm grip on 2nd through the checkered flag.

“Tough for me to swallow being so close. I messed up the start and got out-experienced again on the initial green and was never able to get close enough to the leader to attempt to get it back.  While I’m not satisfied with second, I’m happy to be in contention for a win.  It also feels good to put a whole night together and bring home a career best for me in my second year in a 358 (sprint car).“, Keen said.

“Thank you to my crew, family, wife, sponsors and anyone who supports my program.  I’m hungry for that first win and we are working hard to do so.  Special thanks to my dad, Brint, Dakota Kuhn and Jordan Givler for a late evening Thursday dropping the motor back in so we could be here to race.”

 

Up Next

Kyle Keen will compete with the URC at Selinsgrove Speedway on Sunday, June 18th when the 360 sprint cars join the Appalachian Mountain Late Model Speedweek program. 

“Hopefully we can click off a couple full nights like that in a row and get into that rhythm we have been looking for.”, Keen commented.

 

Season Stats

6 races, 0 wins, 1 top 5’s, 3 top 10’s, 4 top 15’s

 

Trivia Question

The answer to the last trivia question is Kyle Keen played football and basketball in high school!

Now, on to this week’s question.  Where did Kyle Keen go to college?

The answer in the next press release!

 

Partner Spotlight

Doubling Gap Ranch is a family-owned working ranch and event venue located in central Pennsylvania, just outside Newville, PA. We have nearly 300 acres nestled in the foothills of the beautiful Blue mountains. Our family and facilities are dedicated to the development of quality Blue and Red Roan Foundation bred American quarter horses.

We select most of our horses from Texas as yearlings and two year-olds where they have been with their Dams and large herds on an open pasture ranch environment.  Simply stated this allows a horse to be a horse, first.

We know the background of every horse we own. Our program emphasizes and continues with the benefits of a horse gains from being able to live in a natural herd environment while moving through our high-touch methods.

Our program creates a soft, good minded, horse with a strong foundation that enables the horse and rider to move in any direction when they leave us.

We also stock cattle year-round, providing the opportunity for all of our horses and clients to experience real Ranch activities.

Our ranch and horses are supported by expert resources from the fields of agronomy, healthcare, nutrition, training and handling. This includes working closely with Purina Feed Research to optimize the growth and conditions required to provide healthy horses that can stand up to the rigors of training and work.  Our horses have been also handled by some of the top trainers in the US who focus on traditional training methods.

We offer AQHA Foundation Roan Ranch horses for sale, indoor & outdoor riding arena/event venue, a Rodear course, a working dog, horsemanship clinics and equine education, a beef cattle ranch, rail riding, and an obstacle course.

If you want to learn more, please call us today at (717) 645-2524, or stop by at 98 Hill Ln, Newville, PA 17241.

KYLE KEEN MOTORSPORTS

Kyle Keen Motorsports press releases:    A2DPR.com/latest-news

Kyle’s Schedule:    KyleKeenMotorsports.com/Schedule

 Kyle Keen Motorsports Website:    KyleKeenMotorsports.com

Kyle Keen Motorsports on Facebook:    Facebook.com/KeenMotorsports

 Kyle Keen on Twitter:    Twitter.com/Kyle_Keen

 Kyle Keen on Instagram:    Instagram.com/Kyle_Keen17

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

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

Fine Line Auto Body

Keen Parts / CorvetteParts.net

Doubling Gap Ranch

Shetron Auction & Equipment, LLC.

Wicked Dog Grille

Heishman Racing Fuels

Wicked Cushion

DL Lehman Construction, LLC

GearHead Coffee

Jeremy Zarfos Photography

Coyles Lawn Maintenance

2B Wrapped

4 Leaf Clover Farms

Turn 2 Terribles Podcast and Media

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]

Rain Puts a Halt on Racing at Lincoln

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Double Features Up Next

Abbottstown, PA – June 7, 2023

by Emily Winslow / Addicted2Dirt PR & Media Mgmt

Photo Credit:  Tim Bashore/ERI/WRT Speedwerx

Rain shortened the night at Lincoln Speedway on Saturday, making this coming Saturday a double feature event for Cappetta and the 358 sprint cars.

  • Date:  June 3, 2023
  • Event:  Steve Smith Tribute Race
  • Track:  Lincoln Speedway
  • City, State:   Abbottstown, PA
  • Quick Stats:  29 cars, Heat 5th [8], A-main TBD [13]

 

Cappetta Put Together a Solid Night Before the Rain Fell

Ashley Cappetta and the Gettysburg Trading Post, Mike’s Towing and Recovery, Yesteryear Antique Center, Stoner’s Auction, O’Brien’s Fuel and Service, Iron Horse Trains, Republican Club of Hanover No. 89 were back in action on Saturday night at Lincoln Speedway.

Cappetta passed the pill draw responsibility on to her dad this weekend, but it did not change the team’s luck as he drew the 46 pill. The draw put Ashley in the eighth starting spot for her heat race, “I felt pretty good in the heat race and actually passed two cars at once. I started to get a little uncomfortable towards the end but still pulled off a fifth place finish.” Cappetta fell back to ninth on the initial start after getting pelted with mud, but gathered herself back up and went to work. After passing two cars at once, Cappetta passed a single car and then with another car breaking, Ashley crossed the line fifth. Her heat race finish had her lined up for her best starting spot of the year but unfortunately the rain came, ending the night early. Saturday night’s feature will be made up this weekend, making it a double feature event for Cappetta and the 358 sprint cars.

Cappetta Working Hard on Weldon Sterner Race Promotion

The 20th Weldon Sterner Tribute Race is scheduled for October 13th, the season finale at Lincoln. Cappetta is hard at work helping to make the race the biggest it’s ever been, “We have a lot of things planned to make the race special for the fans and the racers.” Ashley’s Dad knew Pat Sterner and asked her about sponsoring Ashley when she first started racing, “Pat became one of my first sponsors. The fact that she was willing to give me money to pursue my racing dream meant a lot to me.”

The Weldon Sterner race has always been a highlight on Lincoln’s schedule and with Cappetta’s drive to give back to people and her relationship with Pat it was a no brainer for her to step up. The goal is to raise $20,000 for the winner of the 410 feature but Cappetta is also working on raising more money for the 358 sprint division as well.

Double Features Up Next

Cappetta originally had Williams Grove on her schedule for this coming Friday, but with scheduling conflicts for her crew that race has been removed. Cappetta will be racing on Saturday night at Lincoln for the Elijah Hawkins Memorial which will consist of the make-up feature from June 3 and a full program for the 358 sprint cars.

Stay tuned to Cappetta’s social media accounts, as well as Addicted2DirtPR.com/Events for the most up to date schedule information.

Up Next

Lincoln Speedway, Saturday, June 10 at 7PM

Season Stats

4 races, 0 wins, 0 top 5’s, 0 top 10’s, 2 top 15’s 

 

Trivia Question

What town is Ashley from?

The answer in the next press release!

Last week’s answer: Ashley’s birthday is October 4.

Partner Spotlight

Yesteryear Antique Center of Hanover is a 26000 sq. ft. climate controlled all on one floor facility with a wide range of antiques and collectibles including coins -Furniture – Glassware – Trains – Postcards – Linens – Books – Jewelry – Toys – Ephemera – Clocks -Dealer Supplies – Records – Sports Memorabilia – and much more!!!

ASHLEY CAPPETTA RACING

Press Releases:   A2DPR.com/latest-news

Facebook:   Facebook.com/ACappettaRacing89

Twitter and Instagram:   Twitter.com/A_Cappetta89

Website:   AshleyCappettaRacing.com

(photo credit: Jeremy Zarfos Photography)

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

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

SPECIAL THANKS

Thank you to all our 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!
 

Gettysburg Trading Post

Mike’s Towing & Recovery

Yesteryear Antique Center of Hanover

Stoner’s Auction

O’Brien’s Fuel and Service

Iron Horse Trains

Republican Club of Hanover

Racing Through Time Antiques & Collectibles

CP-Carrillo

DW Automotive Services, LLC

FK Rod Ends

Food Adventures

BAM Products Roller Lifters

KH Suspension

NASTY N8 Racing

Schaeffer’s Oil / Doug Smith

Smith Titanium

Total Seal

Hooker Harness

MyRacePass

Sharp Advantage Safety Products, LLC

Titan Wings

BDB Graphics

K1 Racegear

Kinsler Fuel Injection

AL Driveline

3 Feathers Racing

Jesel

OGIO

GoPro

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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]