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Stacy Compton Pre-Race Notes and Quotes

 

No. 60 SafeAuto Insurance Company / Wyler.com Toyota Tundra

 

 

 

Stacy Compton Pre-Race Notes and Quotes

No. 60 SafeAuto Insurance Company / Wyler.com Toyota Tundra

Phoenix International Raceway

Race 24 of 25 in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series

 

Racetrack:        Phoenix International Raceway

Race:                Lucas Oil 150

Location:           Avondale, Ariz.

Track

Length:             1-Mile Paved Oval

Race

Distance:          150 Laps / 150 Miles

Broadcast

Coverage:          SPEED

Radio

Coverage:          MRN

Date:                Friday, November 13, 2009

Time:                8 p.m. ET

 

COMPTON ON RACING IN PHOENIX: 

 

“I have always enjoyed racing in Phoenix.  I’ve had a lot of success there in the past, and that’s always something you can draw on.  Some of the things that worked way back in 1997 still apply today.  The basics never really change.  You want to run the bottom and make the truck rotate through the middle of the corners. That way you have a full head of steam for the straightaways.  I’ve had a lot of success at Phoenix in the past and I’m hoping that we’ll have a good finish this weekend.  We would really like to get this No. 60 SafeAuto Insurance Toyota in victory lane, and I think we’ll have a good shot at it on Friday night.”

 

COMPTON IS HOT IN THE VALLEY OF THE SUN:

 

Stacy Compton is one of the hottest driver’s in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series when it comes to competing at the one mile oval of Phoenix International Raceway.  Compton has eight previous NCWTS starts at PIR where he has claimed two pole positions and has only qualified outside of the top-six twice.  Compton has led 37 laps at PIR and has three top-five and four top-10s to his name.

 

THE CREW CHIEF’S CHOICE FOR PHOENIX: 

 

Marcus Richmond, Crew Chief of the No. 60 SafeAuto Insurance Company / Wyler.com Toyota Tundra, has selected chassis number 99 for the Lucas Oil 150.  This chassis was last raced at Gateway International Raceway where it started 10th and finished eighth.  Prior to Gateway, this truck was raced at Iowa Speedway where it was super fast in practice, but became tight in race conditions, producing a 16th place finish.  Prior to Iowa, this chassis ran at Michigan International Speedway where it finished 19th and at California Speedway where it finished 17th finish. 

 

THE EMBASSY SUITES PHOENIX - NORTH TO SPONSOR THE NO. 60:

 

The Embassy Suites Phoenix North is a charming property conveniently located off of I 17 North in the beautiful Valley of the Sun.  It is just 20 minutes away from major hot spots such as Downtown Phoenix, Sky Harbor International Airport, and upscale Scottsdale. Whether your stay is for business or pleasure, you will certainly enjoy your stay at the Embassy Suites Phoenix – North.  The guest rooms are spaciously designed to provide the ultimate in comfort. All rooms are beautifully appointed in a gracious elegant style.  Comfortable facilities and convenience are qualities that you will come to expect as a guest of the Embassy Suites. The hotel staff offers an abundance of quality service, promising a memorable stay. Come see for yourself why everyone is talking about the Embassy Suites.  To reserve a room for your next visit to the area, please call (602) 375-1777.

 

COMPTON’S CAREER AT PHOENIX:

 

Throughout Stacy Compton’s career, he has raced at Phoenix International Raceway a total of 17 times.  Of those starts, two came in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (NSCS), seven in NASCAR Nationwide Series (NNS) competition, and eight in the NCWTS.  Compton has accrued one top-five and one top-10 finish in the NNS and his best finish came in 2002 when he finished in second place.  In the NCWTS, Compton has two pole positions and has amassed three top-five and four top-10 finishes to date.  His best NCWTS finish came in 1998 when he finished third after leading 37 laps.

 

8 starts, 1067 of 1283 laps completed (83.2%), 37 laps led

 

 Win:     0 (  0.0%)     Average start:   9.4     Total Winnings: $75,215

 Top 5:   3 ( 37.5%)     Average finish: 16.2

 Top 10:  4 ( 50.0%)     DNF: 3

 

 

WYLER RACING AT-TRACK TEAM ROSTER:

Marcus Richmond, Crew Chief                                          Wes Everhart, Rear Tire Changer                      Tom Buzze, General Manager

Tommy Buzze, Catch Can Man                                          Terry Lynch, Gasman                                          

Anwar Parrish, Rear Tire Carrier                                         David Tallman, Jackman                                     

Josh Leslie, Front Tire Changer                                         Seth Saunders, Front Tire Carrier                      

 

ABOUT SAFEAUTO INSURANCE COMPANY: 

 

SafeAuto offers you quality, low cost, state required minimum limit car insurance at a price that is affordable.  SafeAuto Insurance Company started in Ohio in 1993, and because of their unique approach to car insurance, they quickly expanded into other states: Indiana, Kentucky, Georgia, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Louisiana, Mississippi, Illinois, Arizona, Oklahoma, Texas, and Missouri.  So what makes SafeAuto’s approach to car insurance so unique?  Simply put, they are a direct-to-consumer auto insurance company.  While that may sound complicated, it’s really not.  It means they don’t rely on a middleman to sell SafeAuto coverage.  Instead, they appeal to consumers, through television, radio, billboard and print advertising.  And that saves you money.  With SafeAuto, you’ll be able to meet the legal requirements for a price that won’t break your budget.  It’s this philosophy that truly sets them apart… something they call… Keeping you Legal For Less!  For a free quote, call 1-800-SAFEAUTO or visit www.safeauto.com. 

 

ABOUT WYLER RACING: 

Wyler Racing returns to the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series in 2009 for its fourth full-time season, after making its series debut in 2005.  In their very first fully fledged season in the NCWTS, Wyler Racing grabbed two wins, two pole positions, 10 top-five, and 14 top-10s, finishing fifth in points overall.  The following year, Wyler Racing backed that up by winning one race, scoring two pole positions, taking six top-five, 10 top-10s and finishing ninth in points overall.  In 2008, Terry Cook and Jack Sprague shared the ride, together earning two top-five and seven top-10 finishes overall, producing a 12th place finish in the Owner’s Point Standings.  The team is owned by Jeff Wyler, a Cincinnati businessman who is Founder and CEO of the Jeff Wyler Automotive Family.

 

 

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