Preview: Eric McClure/ No. 0 Hefty® Brand Chevrolet
Venue: Michigan International Speedway
Circuit: NASCAR Busch Series (Race 25 of 35)
Event: CARFAX 250 (125 laps; 250 miles)
Primary Sponsor: Hefty® Brand—Lake Forest, IL
Eric McClure/ No. 0 Hefty® Chevrolet/ Johnny Davis Motorsports Notes of Interest
OPR Recap:
Eric McClure competed in his first event at OPR where he qualified his No. 0 Hefty® Brand Chevrolet in the 35th spot.
McClure fought a tight-handling car throughout the event and was able to bring the car home in the 29th position.
CARFAX 250 Fast Facts
The 28-year-old will be attempting his 35th career NASCAR Busch Series start and his second on the 2-mile D-shaped oval.
McClure’s first appearance at MIS came in 2004 where he started 39th and finished 33rd.
Johnny Davis Motorsports has competed in two events at MIS with the team’s best start (37th) and finish (40th) coming in 2006.
Take Me Out to the Ballgame
Following Saturday’s event, the Virginia native will be making a stop in Cincinnati, OH to participate in NASCAR Night with the Cincinnati Reds on Monday, August 20.
McClure will have the opportunity to drive Mayor Mark Mallory in his No. 0 Hefty® Brand Chevrolet prior to participating in first pitch ceremonies with other drivers during the Reds’ game against the Atlanta Braves.
Up To Speed
Catch the Hefty® Chevrolet in the CARFAX 250 on Saturday, August 18 beginning at 3:00pm (EDT) on ESPN 2. MRN and Sirius Satellite Radio will also broadcast the event live.
Eric McClure, driver of the No. 0 Hefty® Chevrolet quotes:
(On coming back to MIS after not being here since 2004)
“I’ve always loved Michigan. I ran my first ARCA race there in 2003 and had the chance to run there in 2004. It’s a fast place, with multiple grooves. There will be a bunch of Cup guys and extra cars there and we’ve struggled on our mile-and-a-half and two-mile program this year, so we really need to get the Hefty® brand Chevrolet into the field.”
(On participating is NASCAR Night with the Cincinnati Reds)
“I’m really appreciative to the Reds and my sponsor for this opportunity. I’ve always loved baseball. From playing in school to coaching for several years, there’s nothing like a day at the ballpark. It’s my favorite team playing my family’s favorite team, so I’m looking forward to it.”
