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Press Release | SUGARLANDS DISTILLING COMPANY, NASCAR Seven-time Cup Series Champion Richard Petty and Sugarlands Distilling Company, a family-owned, award-winning craft distillery, today announced an exclusive partnership to release a limited-edition version of Sugarlands’ renowned Roaming Man Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey commemorating Richard Petty’s legendary career. This special Roaming Man release will feature Petty’s signature and the iconic 43 logo on the label. The one-of-a-kind bottle will be available at Total Wine in Daytona Beach, Florida, located at 2500 W International Speedway Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32114, beginning February 13. Richard Petty will sign autographs of the special Roaming Man Bottles at Total Wine Daytona Beach (2500 W International Speedway Blvd) from 1-2:30 p.m. ET on February 13. The limited-edition Richard Petty Roaming Man release will be available at additional select retailers throughout Florida and at Sugarlands’ downtown Gatlinburg distillery. “We’re honored to work with Richard and to create something truly special for race fans,” said Patrick Sullivan, chief revenue officer at Sugarlands. “Roaming Man bottles are already highly coveted among whisky enthusiasts and we hope this bottle becomes a cherished collector’s item for fans of the King as well.” Sugarlands has a deep relationship with Richard Petty, including a longstanding support of The Petty Family Foundation, which is dedicated to improving lives through charitable giving and uplifting communities in need. The Roaming Man release marks he first official partnership between stock car racing’s “King” and Sugarlands. The two have additional releases planned in the future. “It’s an honor to be featured by Sugarlands and their esteemed Roaming Man collection,” said Petty. “The release at Daytona is a perfect fit. This is the place where we had a lot of success and there are a lot of special memories for our family. I can’t think of a better place to debut this partnership and celebrate those moments with our fans. Hopefully this is the first of many more releases to come.” First released in Spring 2017, Roaming Man has developed a strong following from whiskey enthusiasts and a stellar reputation among the distilling industry. Roaming Man has won over 40 awards, including Best Whiskey in the 2019 Craft Spirits Association Awards and two Double Gold Medals at the esteemed San Francisco World Spirits Competition (2021 and 2023). (Photo Credit: instagram.com/therichardpetty )

Press Release | COMCAST Comcast announced today the renewal of its decade-long partnership with NASCAR, continuing its role as both a Premier Partner of the NASCAR Cup Series and title sponsor of the Xfinity Series. The Comcast and NASCAR relationship began in 2014 and the collaboration between the two companies has significantly contributed to the sport’s growth and fan engagement. The Premier Partnership has been renewed for multiple years with the Xfinity Series title sponsorship being extended for one year. New to the sport starting in 2025, race fans can look forward to the “Xfinity Fastest Lap,” a program that awards one race point to the eligible driver and owner with the fastest single lap in each race, adding extra intensity and strategy to the competition. This new feature will be part of all three national series — NASCAR Cup Series™, NASCAR Xfinity Series™ and NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series™ — enhancing the competitive landscape and fan experience. “We’re not just entering year 11 of our partnership. We’re embarking on year one of a renewed relationship with NASCAR filled with fresh energy and exciting opportunities to enhance the competition on the track in a way that has never been done before, and continue to connect with fans in new and engaging ways,” said Matt Lederer, Vice President of Brand Partnership & Engagement at Comcast. Comcast is expanding its NASCAR partnership to include more of its connectivity and entertainment brands – Xfinity Mobile and Xumo. Xfinity Mobile is joining the partnership as an Official Wireless Partner of NASCAR. Xumo, Comcast’s and Charter’s streaming platform joint venture, will become an Official Video and Streaming Partner of NASCAR, with plans to offer its customers immersive viewing experiences and unique content. “NASCAR is incredibly appreciative of Comcast’s continued partnership and their commitment to innovation and fan engagement within our sport,” said Michelle Byron, Executive Vice President and Chief Partnership and Licensing Officer at NASCAR. “Their contributions over the past decade, from enhancing the fan experience to supporting community initiatives, have been invaluable. We look forward to building on the success of our partnership during the 2025 season and beyond.” Comcast’s commitment to NASCAR extends beyond the track and is woven into its activations. From the title sponsorship of the Xfinity 500 to the Comcast Community Champion of the Year program, which recognizes individuals within the NASCAR community who demonstrate exceptional dedication to philanthropic endeavors, Comcast has consistently championed the sport and its values. This program underscores Comcast’s commitment to social responsibility and its alignment with NASCAR’s values of community engagement. This renewed partnership ensures that Comcast and NASCAR will continue to deliver thrilling racing action and engaging fan experiences for years to come. (Photo Courtesy NASCAR)

Press Release | WOOD BROTHERS RACING Wood Brothers Racing today announced a new partnership with PPG that will see the global leader in paints, coatings and specialty products featured as the primary partner on the No. 21 Ford Mustang driven by Josh Berry for the Brickyard 400 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on July 27. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, PPG operates in more than 70 countries, providing innovative solutions for customers in the construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets, and aftermarkets. “It’s an honor to have the PPG livery on the No. 21 Wood Brothers Racing Mustang at the Brickyard as they celebrate their 75th anniversary,” said Bill Shaw, PPG global business director, strategic initiatives, Automotive Refinish. “They’re a historic team with close ties to our long-time partners at Team Penske and we can’t wait to see what Josh does behind the wheel of the PPG car.” In addition to serving as the entitlement partner for the NASCAR Cup Series race at this historic venue, PPG is also the track’s Official Paint and Finishing Supplier. PPG’s products protect and beautify critical areas of the facility. “PPG has a long history in motorsports, and we’re excited to become a part of that this year at one of the most special venues in all of racing,” said Jon Wood, president, Wood Brothers Racing. “PPG’s colors have been a fixture on the track for years, and we’re proud to showcase them on the No. 21 Ford Mustang at Indianapolis. It’s always fun to work with a company that shares such a passion for racing, and we’re looking forward to a great weekend together.” The partnership comes as Berry, a native of Hendersonville, Tennessee, embarks on his first season behind the wheel of the famed No. 21 car and second full-time season in the Cup Series where he aims to score his first premier series win with the Wood Brothers. “I’m looking forward to driving the No. 21 PPG Ford Mustang at ‘The Brickyard’ in July,” said Berry. “PPG’s commitment to motorsports is evident, and I’m proud to be a part of it for one of our sports crown jewel events.” The livery for the No. 21 PPG Ford Mustang will be revealed at a later date but will coincide with fellow PPG-sponsored driver Josef Newgarden’s distinctive blue-and-white scheme. The 2025 Cup Series season officially kicks off with the 67th running of the prestigious DAYTONA 500 on Sunday, February 16. (Photo Courtesy NASCAR)

Press Release | TRUE SPEED COMMUNICATIONS The most tenured team partnership in all of NASCAR continues unabated in 2025. Interstate Batteries, the leading replacement battery brand in the United States, has signed a multi-year extension with Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) to continue their partnership well into a fourth decade. Interstate Batteries is JGR’s founding partner, joining the team for its NASCAR Cup Series debut in 1992. The endorsement from the “Outrageously Dependable” battery brand allowed team owner Joe Gibbs to turn his dream of a NASCAR team into reality, namely by securing the services of a future NASCAR Hall of Famer, Dale Jarrett, to drive his racecars. “When we first began our partnership with Joe Gibbs Racing in 1992, we had around 120,000 dealers comprised of service stations, garages and car dealers that sold our batteries, but we didn’t have a national reputation. Joe Gibbs Racing gave Interstate Batteries national recognition. Joe was still in the NFL and coaching in Washington, and then Dale Jarrett delivered our first win together in the first race of our second season,” said Norm Miller, Chairman Emeritus, Interstate Batteries. “We already saw that the partnership was working during our inaugural season together, but that 1993 Daytona 500 win really put Interstate Batteries on the map. It helped us secure national accounts because we had strong name recognition among consumers. That recognition remains true to this day as we enter our 73rd year delivering outrageously dependable batteries.” In 2025, it is perennial championship contender Christopher Bell who will carry the signature green colors of Interstate Batteries on his No. 20 Toyota Camry XSE in four NASCAR Cup Series races, while Ty Gibbs will augment those races with an Interstate Batteries race of his own June 1 at Nashville (Tenn.) Superspeedway. Bell kicks off Interstate Batteries’ 2025 campaign in the 67th running of the Daytona 500 Feb. 16 at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway. The Interstate Batteries green machine returns with Bell March 16 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway and May 4 at Texas Motor Speedway in Fort Worth before Bell brings Interstate Batteries branding back in the NASCAR Cup Series season finale Nov. 2 at Phoenix Raceway. “Our customers are the backbone of our success at Interstate Batteries, and our partnership with Joe Gibbs Racing is a great avenue to strengthen our relationships with them on and off the track,” said Lain Hancock, President and CEO, Interstate Batteries. “Our ‘Outrageously Dependable’ mantra speaks to our tenure with JGR and our long-time customers, and no one enjoys seeing the color green wave on another NASCAR season more than all of us at Interstate Batteries.” Interstate Batteries helped launch JGR and, in their 33 years of partnership, JGR has won five NASCAR Cup Series championships and scored 214 Cup Series victories, a number that includes four Daytona 500s. All of JGR’s firsts – first win with Jarrett in the 1993 Daytona 500, first pole with Bobby Labonte on April 21, 1995 at Martinsville (Va.) Speedway, and first championship with Labonte in 2000 – have come with Interstate Batteries as the primary sponsor. “We wouldn’t be where we are as a race team without the support from our founding partner, Interstate Batteries,” said Joe Gibbs, owner of Joe Gibbs Racing. “To think we’re now well into our fourth decade together speaks to how special our partnership has been and the relationships we’ve built with everyone at Interstate Batteries. I’ll be forever grateful to Norm and Tommy Miller, who gave us a chance when we didn’t have a building, cars or even employees. We are blessed to continue to work with great people like Lain (Hancock) and his entire team. There are few partnerships that have stood the test of time like Joe Gibbs Racing and Interstate Batteries.” Gibbs, along with five of the drivers who have raced for JGR since its inception in 1992, have been inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Jarrett was ushered into the Hall in 2014. Gibbs, Labonte and Tony Stewart were enshrined together as part of the Class of 2020. Matt Kenseth, a JGR driver for five years, was enshrined in 2023, and Carl Edwards, a JGR driver for two seasons, earned enshrinement this year. (Photo Courtesy NASCAR)

Press Release | EVERNHAM PR NASCAR legends Jeff Gordon, Mark Martin, Bill Elliott, Ken Schrader and Bobby Labonte will join Danny Sullivan and Scott Pruett to compete in the IROC race group during the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion August 13-16 at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. Ray Evernham, co-owner of IROC and former crew chief for Jeff Gordon from 1993 to 1999, is eager to reunite the cars with many of their original drivers at the legendary Laguna Seca road course. “I think this is the first time several of these drivers, including Jeff Gordon, have raced at Laguna Seca, and to do so during the renowned Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion is something I know they will enjoy,” said Evernham. “I’m also excited to give fans the opportunity to get up close and personal with our drivers and the incredible group of IROC cars that will be on display.” Two drivers who may have a leg up with their extensive experience racing at Laguna Seca is McLaren Racing’s CEO Zak Brown and Friends of Laguna Seca Vice President Bruce Canepa. Brown recently acquired the 1977 Chevrolet IROC Camaro that was originally driven by Cale Yarborough, Darrell Waltrip, Alan Jones, Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman, James Brolin and Paul Newman; while Canepa will be driving a Dodge Avenger formerly driven by Dale Earnhardt, George Follmer, Emerson Fittipaldi, Richard Petty and various other motorsports icons. “I’m so pumped that they’re bringing back the iconic IROC series, when we used to be able to answer the question of who was the best of the best! Can’t wait to get it out on the track,” Brown announced on social media. Four-time NASCAR Champion, Jeff Gordon, has raced nearly every circuit in his 30-year racing career and amassed 93 wins, 477 Top Ten finishes and 81 poles while racing for Hendrick Motorsports. He was named one of NASCAR’s 50 Greatest Drivers and was inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2019. Five-time IROC Series Champion, Mark Martin’s 31-year NASCAR Cup Series history includes 40 wins, 453 Top Ten finishes and 56 poles. Among his many awards are the 1989 Richard Petty Driver of the Year, and an inductee in the 2015 Motorsports Hall of Fame of America and 2017 NASCAR Hall of Fame. Martin is the winningest IROC series driver of all time. The 2000 Winston Cup Champion and 2001 IROC Series Champion Bobby Labonte will get behind the wheel to defend his title run. Inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in 2020, Labonte captured 21 wins during his NASCAR career. The 1988 Winston Cup Series Champion Bill Elliott is a multi-race winner and was one of NASCAR’s most popular drivers. Over his 37-year career, he had 44 wins, 320 Top Ten finishes and 55 poles. Elliott was named one of NASCAR’s 50 Greatest Drivers in 1988 and was inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America in 2007. INDYCAR legend Danny Sullivan returns to his “home track” in Monterey. Sullivan won multiple races and captured the 1988 CART Championship. He also raced in Formula 1 and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. He competed and won in IROC during the 1989 season. The versatile Scott Pruett won nine American road racing championships with 60 wins over four decades. He won the 24 Hours at Daytona a record five times while also achieving success in IndyCar, NASCAR, Trans Am, 24 Hours of Le Mans and IROC. Ken Schrader is best known for his driving diversity, having competed in as many as 100 races annually that included championships in the USAC and Copper series. Over his 29-year NASCAR career, Schrader finished as high as fourth place in the 1994 championship. In addition to this highly esteemed group of drivers, Al Unser Jr. will join the event to represent the Unser family as the honorary pace car driver and will be onsite for autograph sessions and other events. The IROC race compound will be inside the paddock so fans can enjoy a walk-through history under one tent and talk to owners and drivers in an open and friendly environment. “We want to engage with fans and make their visit one to remember,” Evernham added. “There will be autograph sessions, panel discussions and special merchandise available.” The IROC race group is one of 14 race groups to be featured at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, which is dedicated to celebrating authentic and historic race cars from the past. Entry applications are being accepted and will be thoroughly vetted for their race provenance and period-correctness to the day the car originally raced. Only the best of the best are annually accepted. Advance tickets to the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion are on sale for guests to bear witness to more than 400 historic race cars competing, the 75th Anniversary Celebration of Formula 1® and the return of the IROC race series with many of its legendary drivers behind the wheel. Individual and multi-day tickets, VIP hospitality packages and camping may be found online at WeatherTechRaceway.com or by calling the tickets and accommodations specialists at 831-242-8200. (Photo Courtesy NASCAR)

(Photo Courtesy FOX Sports) Fox is set to launch a direct-to-subscriber streaming service by the end of the year, offering sports and news content for the first time. CEO Lachlan Murdoch announced the move during an earnings call. This means we’re getting another streaming service that we may or may not have to subscribe to. It’ll be interesting to see what kind of racing content ends up on the platform. Don’t forget to subscribe and check out RacingRefresh.com for all the latest motorsports news!

Press Release | SNOW BELT MGMT NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Nick Leitz today announced he is partnering with Liberty Brew Coffee for the annual throwback race at Darlington Raceway on April 5. This will be Liberty Brew Coffee’s second year and third race in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. The company partnered with Patrick Emerling for the spring race at Darlington and at Charlotte in 2024. “Liberty Brew Coffee is thrilled to partner with Nick Leitz and the Snow Belt team—together, we’re brewing up something truly special!” said Liberty Brew Coffee CEO David Steadman. As a veteran-owned coffee shop, Liberty Brew Coffee is more than just your average café; they’re a celebration of liberty and a tribute to those who’ve fought for it. Serving premium, locally roasted coffee, every cup embodies the essence of freedom. From bold single-origin brews to an inviting, veteran-dedicated space, Liberty Brew Coffee offers an experience that rivals mass-produced alternatives. Here’s to great coffee, great partnerships, and the pursuit of greatness! As part of their mission of supporting and improving the lives of veterans, Liberty Brew Coffee and Leitz are offering VIP passes to two veterans. To nominate a veteran, email a letter to vets@libertybrewcoffee.com explaining why your nominee should win a pair of VIP passes to the race at Darlington Raceway on April 5. Nominations must be submitted by March 7. “I’m honored to partner with Liberty Brew Coffee for the throwback race at Darlington. Their coffee is great, but more important is their mission of honoring veterans. That’s something we can all agree on,” said Leitz. “I love racing. And to be able to combine that with giving back to those who have given so much for us is truly a gift. I’m looking forward to meeting our VIP veterans who will be joining us for the race.” In keeping with the annual throwback theme of the spring Darlington race, Liberty Brew Coffee has selected four potential car schemes honoring legendary NASCAR drivers and liveries. Fans are encouraged to vote for their favorite scheme on SS-GreenLight Racing’s social media pages starting February 6 through February 13. Fans can vote on the team’s Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ssgreenlight) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ssgreenlightracing/) pages. Additionally, anyone who purchases at least $25 from Liberty Brew Coffee between March 10 and March 21 will get their name on the race car at Darlington. Visit https://www.libertybrewcoffee.com/ to view their full selection of coffee and coffee accessories. The NASCAR Xfinity Series Race at Darlington (147 laps | 200.8 miles) is the eighth of 33 NASCAR Xfinity Series races on the 2025 schedule. Practice starts on Saturday, April 5 at 10:05 a.m., followed immediately by qualifying. The field is set to take the green flag later that day at 3:30 p.m. with live coverage on The CW, the Motor Racing Network (Radio), and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90. All times are Eastern Standard Time. (Photo Credit: x.com/NickLeitz_ )

(Photo Courtesy NACSAR) Justin Bonsignore has expanded his 2025 Xfinity Series schedule with Joe Gibbs Racing from five races to nine. He’ll make his superspeedway debut at Daytona and drive the No. 19 Toyota at Homestead in March, followed by short track races at Bristol and Rockingham. His schedule also includes Pocono, Iowa, a second road course race, and the season finale in Phoenix. It’s exciting to see a four-time Whelen Modified Tour champion get more opportunities in the top three NASCAR series. Don’t forget to subscribe and check out RacingRefresh.com for all the latest motorsports news!

By Ryan Wu Red Bull Racing Two full-time entries in Formula One   Car No. 1 Max Verstappen Photo from www.x.com/redbullracing 2024 Stats Verstappen was in this ride in 2024 Final Standings Position – 1st  Best 2024 Finish – P1 nine times, at the Bahrain, Saudi Arabian, Japanese, Chinese, Emilia Romagna, Canadian, Spanish, Sao Paulo, and Qatar Grand Prix Points – 437   Career Formula One Stats Starts – 209 Wins – 63 Best Career Season Finish Position – 1st four times, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 Podiums – 112   ---------- Car No. 30 Liam Lawson Photo from www.x.com/liamlawson30 2024 Stats Lawson ran six races with the Visa Cash App RB F1 Team in 2024 Final Standings Position – N/A Best 2024 Finish – P9 twice, at the United States and Sao Paulo Grand Prix Points – 4   Career Formula One Stats Starts – 11 Wins – 0 Best Career Season Finish Position – N/A Podiums – 0   2025 Hopes and Expectations Red Bull enters 2025 with the reigning World Champion, Max Verstappen, and a new teammate in rising talent Liam Lawson, following a challenging year for Sergio Perez. Verstappen faced his most formidable championship rival in 2024, raising questions about whether Red Bull's 2025 car developments can restore him to the dominant form he showcased in 2023. Additionally, there will be keen interest in whether Lawson can deliver strong performances to help secure the Constructors' Championship for the team. Lawson managed two 9th place finishes in Austin and Brazil racing for the junior team last year and did not look out of place.   Bold Prediction  Verstappen dominates again and with the emergence of Lawson, Red Bull secures both championships.

By Adam Carabine Richard Childress Racing (Xfinity Series) Two full-time entries in the NASCAR Xfinity Series   Car No. 2 Jesse Love Jesse Love at Las Vegas Motor Speedway - Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images 2024 Stats Love was in this ride last season Final Standings Position – 8th  Best 2024 Finish – P1 at Talladega Points – 2,247 Average Finish – 11.97   Career Xfinity Series Stats Starts – 33 Wins – 1 Best Career Season Finish Position – 8th in 2024 with RCR    ---------- Car No. 21 Austin Hill Austin Hill celebrates his victory at Homestead-Miami - Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images 2024 Stats Hill was in this ride last season Final Standings Position – 4th  Best 2024 Finish – P1 four times, at Daytona, Atlanta x2, and Homestead Points – 4,027 Average Finish – 11.64   Career Xfinity Series Stats Starts – 114 Wins – 10 Best Career Season Finish Position – 4th in 2024 with RCR   2025 Hopes and Expectations Jesse Love is coming off of an impressive Rookie of the Year winning season, and will hope to build on his quick success.  Austin Hill might not be the most liked in the garage, but it’s hard to argue with his results.  He has won at the season-opening Daytona race three years in a row.  Can he kick off 2025 with a bang and go for the four-peat?  Both drivers would love to win more regularly.  Love will want to challenge for a playoff spot, while RCR will hope that Hill can challenge for the championship.

By Adam Carabine ThorSport Racing Four full-time entries in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series   Truck No. 13 Jake Garcia Jake Garcia (followed by Corey Heim) in the No. 13 Truck at Kansas - Photo by Logan Riely/Getty Images 2024 Stats Garcia was in this ride last season Final Standings Position – 17th  Best 2024 Finish – P6 at Charlotte Points – 459 Average Finish – 19.17   Career Truck Series Stats Starts – 50 Wins – 0 Best Career Season Finish Position – 13th in 2023 with McAnally-Hilgemann Racing   ---------- Truck No. 88 Matt Crafton Matt Crafton - Photo by Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images 2024 Stats Crafton was in this ride last season.  In fact, he’s been with ThorSport since 2005 Final Standings Position – 14th  Best 2024 Finish – P4 at Bristol Points – 524 Average Finish – 16.09   Career Truck Series Stats Starts – 567 Wins – 15 Best Career Season Finish Position – 1st three times – 2013, 2014 and 2019, all with ThorSport Racing   ----------    Truck No. 98 Ty Majeski Ty Majeski with his 2024 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Championship Trophy - Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images 2024 Stats Majeski was in this ride last season Final Standings Position – 1st  Best 2024 Finish – P1 three times, at Indianapolis Raceway Park, Richmond and Phoenix Points – 4,040 Average Finish – 10.70   Career Truck Series Stats Starts – 89 Wins – 6 Best Career Season Finish Position – 1st in 2024 with ThorSport Racing   ----------   Truck No. 99 Ben Rhodes Ben Rhodes at Kansas Speedway - Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images 2024 Stats Rhodes was in this ride last season Final Standings Position – 9th  Best 2024 Finish – P2 at Martinsville Points – 2,150 Average Finish – 15.39   Career Truck Series Stats Starts – 210 Wins – 7 Best Career Season Finish Position – 1st twice, in 2021 and 2023, both with ThorSport Racing   2025 Hopes and Expectations ThorSport must have high hopes for their 2025 campaign, considering they seem to be a favourite year in and year out to win a championship.  Having won 4 of the last 6 Truck Series Championships, they likely come in with a win-or-bust mentality.  Garcia comes in as the most green of the drivers, looking for his first career win this year.  Crafton had a down year by his standards, and will look to return to victory lane and the playoffs.  Majeski will look to defend his title, and Rhodes will hope to go for his third.  Anything less for this team, and there may have to be some personnel changes.

By Adam Carabine Team Penske Three full-time entries in the NASCAR Cup Series   Car No. 2 Austin Cindric Austin Cindric during practice at Indianapolis - Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images 2024 Stats Cindric was in this ride last year Final Standings Position – 11th  Best 2024 Finish – P1 at Gateway Points – 2,247 Average Finish – 19.92   Career Cup Series Stats Starts – 115 Wins – 2 Best Career Season Finish Position – 11th in 2024 with Team Penske    ---------- Car No. 12 Ryan Blaney Ryan Blaney climbing into his car ahead of the Busch Light Clash at Bowman Gray - Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images 2024 Stats Blaney was in this ride last year Final Standings Position – 2nd  Best 2024 Finish – P1 three times, at Iowa, Pocono and Martinsville Points – 5,035 Average Finish – 15.22   Career Cup Series Stats Starts – 342 Wins – 13 Best Career Season Finish Position – 1st in 2023 with Team Penske    ----------   Car No. 22 Joey Logano Joey Logano with his 2024 Championship Trophy in Phoenix - Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images 2024 Stats Logano was in this ride last year Final Standings Position – 1st  Best 2024 Finish – P1 four times, at Nashville, Atlanta, Las Vegas and Phoenix Points – 5,040 Average Finish – 17.11   Career Cup Series Stats Starts – 579 Wins – 36 Best Career Season Finish Position – 1st three times, in 2018, 2022 and 2024 (all with Team Penske)   2025 Hopes and Expectations After back-to-back championship years for Team Penske with Blaney in 2023 and Logano last season, you’ve got to think that the only way to be happy this year is to make it a three-peat.  Cindric has been the weakest link of these three drivers, though he has shown some improvement – he could afford to work on closing out races.  Blaney had a bit of a down year after winning the championship in 2023, but rebounded at the end to finish 2nd in the overall stnadings.  It’s hard to improve on a championship season, though Logano would probably argue he’d like to be more consistent, and to break the odd-year curse.