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MICHAEL WALTRIP RACING
Waltrip has been a prominent NASCAR Busch Series competitor since 1988. He began his career as a car owner/driver in the series in 1996 making 13 starts that season. Since then, Waltrip has won multiple NASCAR Busch Series events and five NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series races including the prestigious Daytona 500 twice and the sports’ All-Star event.

After overseeing a winning NASCAR Busch Series team, Waltrip raised the bar for Michael Waltrip Racing and began fielding cars in the NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series on a limited basis. With his trial run as a NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series owner, Waltrip commenced laying the groundwork for his Waltrip Racing World project. Visit the MWR website at www.michaelwaltrip.com/


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CHAMPION MORTGAGE
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AARON'S
Aaron’s Sales & Lease Ownership stores offer customers access to high-quality furniture, appliances, electronics and computers for sale or as a lease-ownership arrangement. 

The Aaron's concept has proven to be successful for half a century; in fact, the very first Aaron's location opened in Atlanta, Georgia, in 1955.  Aaron's is a leader in the sale and lease ownership of residential furniture, consumer electronics and home appliances, with more than 1,500 Company-operated and franchised stores in 48 states and Canada.  The Company also manufactures an exclusive line of furniture, bedding and accessories at 10 facilities in four states.

Learn more about Aarons at www.shopaarons.com


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MICROSOFT SMALL BUSINESS SPECIALIST
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Learn more about Microsoft Small Business Specialist at www.TuningITUp.com


NAPA AUTO PARTS
NAPA was founded in 1925 to meet America’s growing need for a world-class auto parts distribution system. By providing excellent customer service for more than 80 years, NAPA has become the industry leader.

NAPA’s strength is unrivaled, with over 6,000 NAPA AUTO PARTS stores, 64 Distribution Centers, more than 13,000 NAPA AutoCare and AutoCare Collision repair facilities, over 310,000 parts in inventory every day and the convenience of 24 hour shopping with NAPAonline. NAPA AUTO PARTS stores provide friendly, personalized service. Our highly trained and experienced professionals are here to help you get the job done. With our huge in-stock inventory, NAPA provides the parts you need when you need them.

Learn more about NAPA at www.napaonline.com


TOYOTA
Operating from within a state-of-the-art facility based in Costa Mesa, Calif., TRD engineers and builds the V8-powered Toyota Tundra engines for the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series (NCTS), as well as engines for most Toyota factory-backed U.S. racing efforts including Championship Off Road Racing (CORR), National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) Xplod Drag Racing and most recently the United States Auto Club (USAC) National Midget Car Series. TRD also prepares the Lexus engines used in the Grand American Rolex Series.

In 2004, Toyota made a successful debut into the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series (NCTS), winning four races, five poles and earning driver David Reutimann the title of NCTS Rookie of the Year in the inaugural season. In 2005, TRD-designed and built engines scored Toyota a total of nine race wins and 13 pole positions. After completing its third full season of NCTS competition, Toyota has 25 total race wins and 32 pole positions. www.toyota.com/motorsports

WILEY X EYEWEAR
Wiley X by Protective Optics was born in 1986 to produce shatterproof eye gear for U.S. Military Special Forces and Law Enforcement agencies nationwide. www.wileyx.com

THE PRINT NETWORK
Based in Southern California, The Print Network is a motorsports and general marketing design garage with full in-house print and distribution capabilities. TPN’s responsibility is to provide its clients with a strong return on their investment. Through TPN President Marshall Perkins, TPN supported driver Ernie Becker and a creative design team, TPN is responsible for many of the print materials seen in the paddock of all major race series and has been a supporter of Michael's practically since birth. www.theprintnetwork.com

BELL HELMETS
Since 1954, Bell Racing has provided innovative products for racers who live for the thrill of speed and competition. When you feel safe, you are confident about your performance. We’re as passionate about driver safety as racers are about winning. We create products that shift your focus from protection to performance. Winning is about confidence and determination. Believe in yourself. Believe in your gear. Summon the will to win! www.bellracing.com

BECK CHRYSLER-DODGE-JEEP OF STARKE
256 Hwy 17 North
Palatka, FL 32177
904-964-3200

SPARCO MOTORSPORTS
Two race drivers who shared the same passion for motorsport founded Sparco in 1977. More than twenty years later, Sparco's ambition for producing the safest driving suit possible, is still the number one priority for the company. Thousands of professional and amateur racing drivers rely on Sparco every year to protect them in the unfriendliest environment, the cockpit of a racecar. At speeds of more than 200 mph, and temperatures above 120 degrees, a driver must be 100% confident in their safety equipment. Therefore, the world's top professional drivers choose Sparco, more than any other brand. www.sparcousa.com

BOB BONDURANT SCHOOL OF HIGH PERFORMANCE DRIVING
The Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving teaches thrill seekers and current or aspiring racers how to drive like the pros! Our racing school features a 60 acre purpose-built racing facility - something other racing schools can't claim. Our racing courses range from four hours to four days and we have beginner driving courses designed for people wanting a thrill of a lifetime and advanced racing courses for experienced racers or professionals. Whatever your driving goals are, we can help you! www.bondurant.com/

SMART RACE PAINT
Helmet painting and customizing for some of the world's top racing drivers www.smartracepaint.com

TRACY McDOWELL
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