Uni-Select USA and its Auto-Plus network of automotive
retail stores have acquired title-rights sponsorship of the inaugural event at
New England Dragway in Epping. The Auto-Plus NHRA New England Nationals is
scheduled for June 20-23 and represents the first event in the New England area
for the NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series. “We are extremely pleased to
announce the expansion of our partnership with NHRA,” said Brent Windom,
Uni-Select senior vice president, sales and marketing. “Our growth in
participation with NHRA saw more than 5,500 customers attend our events last
year.
We are excited to be an integral part of bringing NHRA Drag
Racing to the New England market.” Uni-Select USA and its Auto-Plus brand also
serves as title-rights sponsor of the 29th annual Auto-Plus NHRA Nationals,
Oct. 3-6, at Maple Grove Raceway in Reading. In addition, the company holds
naming rights to historic Auto-Plus Raceway at Gainesville. Auto-Plus is also
the official auto-parts store of Atlanta Dragway, an NHRA-owned and -operated
facility, as well as Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park in Norwalk.
“We’re thrilled to bring the excitement and power of NHRA Mello Yello Drag
Racing to New England and to have a great partner like Auto-Plus on the
inaugural event,” said Gary Darcy, NHRA senior vice president of sales and
marketing. “Advance sales for the event continue to be extremely strong, and we
look forward to working with Auto-Plus to create a memorable event for NHRA
fans in the region.”
Tickets for the inaugural Auto-Plus NHRA New England
Nationals are on sale now through NHRATix.com or by calling 800-884-NHRA
(6472). For group tickets and camping, call 603-679-8001. “Uni-Select and its
Auto-Plus network is the industry’s gold standard,” said Joe Lombardo, New
England Dragway general manager. “This partnership makes them an integral part
of NHRA history in the New England marketplace.”
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