BANKS, OREGON - (February 26, 2010) - NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver Greg Biffle announced today that he has acquired partial ownership of Sunset Speedway in Banks, Oregon. Biffle also announced the formation of the "DAA Spec Motor Series presented by Sherwin-Williams," a new late model series with tittle sponsorship from DAA Northwest and Sherwin-Williams.
Biffle, a northwest native recalls the importance of grassroots racing and see's his involvement in Sunset Speedway and the DAA Spec Motor Series as an opportunity to help up-and-coming racers.
"I remember starting out and how tough it was," stated Biffle. "I would work on other people's race cars during the day and then mine all night. I think it's important having a racetrack and series that operates week-in and week-out, giving every driver a place to showcase all their hard work."
Sunset Speedway, a third of a mile clay dirt track located just outside Portland, Oregon will host 35 events in 2010. Saturday nights between April and September see more than 100 cars compete for championship points in six divisions. With partner Jerry Schram, the track has already made significant improvements to both the facility and point's programs.
"I grew up racing on small tracks in the Northwest and I'm excited about partnering with Jerry to provide a safe and exciting place for guys to race," explained Biffle. "We've made some great improvements for the racers and the fans. We've strengthened the point's fund and have added new bleachers and other fan friendly amenities. We're hoping to make Sunset Speedway a weekly destination for both racers and families."
The DAA Spec Motor Series presented by Sherwin-Williams will see late model drivers from around the Northwest compete in 22 events on six tracks for a piece of the $25,000 series point's fund.
DAA Northwest, a wholesale auto auction located in Spokane, Washington, has announced it's commitment to sponsor the DAA Northwest Spec Motor Series in conjunction with Sherwin-Williams. DAA's owners and auto auction veterans Bob McConkey and Greg Mahugh are closely tied to the Pacific Northwest's automotive community. "All of us in the industry have a passion for cars and racing embodies that spirit," says Mahugh.
"We are proud to support Greg Biffle's efforts in bringing the Spec Motor Series to our region," adds McConkey. "DAA Northwest's values are Integrity, Excellence, Professionalism and Fun. We consider these values in every major decision we make and when it came to the Series, everything fit."
Sunset Speedway will begin the 2010 season starting April 10, for more information visit www.sunsetspeedwaypark.com. The inaugural season of the DAA Spec Motor Series presented by Sherwin-Williams starts April 24 at the Willamette Speedway in Lebanon, Oregon.
DAA Northwest
DAA Northwest was founded in 1992 by Bob McConkey and Greg Mahugh. What started as a two-lane sale has grown into one of the nation's largest independent, wholesale auto auctions. Today, DAA runs an eight-lane auction on ninety acres and features it's own mechanical, auto body, paint and reconditioning centers. For more information visit: www.daanorthwest.com
Sherwin-Williams
Since it's founding by Henry Sherwin and Edward Williams in 1866, The Sherwin-Williams Company has not only grown to be the largest producer of paints and coatings in the United States, but is among the largest producers in the world. For more than 135 years, we have been determined to lead our industry,
