Bob Tasca III
Motorcraft/Quick Lane Tire & Auto Center Ford Shelby Mustang
Nitro Funny Car class
NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series
United Association NHRA SuperNationals
Old Bridge Township Race Park in Englishtown, New JerseyJune 11-14, 2009
TASCA AND MOTORCRAFT/QUICK LANE SHELBY MUSTANG TEAM TO START FIFTH IN SUNDAY’S NHRA RACE IN ENGLISHTOWN
Englishtown, NJ, June 13, 2009 – Rain showers quieted the familiar rumble of race cars at Old Bridge Township Park in Englishtown on Saturday. With only three rounds of qualifying complete, NHRA cancelled the fourth and final qualifying session when rain halted all on-track activity. The field was set based on the best qualifying times of the weekend.
Friday afternoon’s cooler temperatures allowed Bob Tasca III and the Motorcraft/Quick Lane Shelby team to post their best run of the weekend. Tasca piloted his red and black Mustang to the 1000-ft mark in 4.166 seconds at a top speed of 292.77 miles per hour. Tasca is the fifth seed and will face Jeff Arend in the first round on Sunday.
“We made three runs this weekend and our Motorcraft/Quick Lane Shelby Mustang made it down the race track every time,” said Tasca. “The secret to our success this year has been a consistent and predictable hot rod that puts us in a position to win. Obviously, we always shoot for the No. 1 spot, but sitting fifth on the ladder, we’re solidly in the top half of the field.”
Despite rain ending Saturday’s final qualifying attempt, Tasca spent time with fans and Motorcraft/Quick Lane sponsors.
“Ford Customer Service Division President Darryl Hazel, and Director of Marketing, Brett Wheatley from Motorcraft came out to see what we do, visit the Motorcraft/Quick Lane Racing Experience Nitro Alley display and meet the fans.”
Despite a shortened Saturday schedule, Tasca and the Motorcraft/Quick Lane team are hoping their hometown advantage comes into play once the elimination rounds start on Sunday morning.
“This is my hometown track and it is important for us to do well here,” said Tasca. “We’re in an exciting point of the season. I’m happy to be in Englishtown with friends and family and to put on a good show for the fans tomorrow.”
Qualifying Order:
1. Ashley Force Hood
2. Mike Neff
3. Tony Pedregon
4. Robert Hight
5. Bob Tasca III
6. Del Worsham
7. Tim Wilkerson
8. Jim Head
9. Cruz Pedregon
10. Ron Capps
11. Matt Hagan
12. Jeff Arend
13. John Force
14. Cory Lee
15. Jerry Toliver
16. Jack Beckman
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About Motorcraft
Motorcraft® offers a complete line of original equipment-approved parts that are recommended and approved by Ford Motor Company. From routine maintenance to underhood and powertrain repairs, Motorcraft parts offer exceptional value with the highest quality and right fit at competitive prices. Motorcraft parts are available locally and are backed nationwide by Ford Motor Company's Service Parts Limited Warranty. For more information, visit www.motorcraft.com.
About Quick Lane
Quick Lane® provides automotive quick services for all makes and models. Quick Lane's® nationwide network of over 500 facilities provides the convenience of an aftermarket company (no appointment necessary, service while you wait, evening and weekend hours, competitive prices) with the confidence of a major automotive manufacturer (quality parts, factory-trained technicians). Quick Lane® is a registered trademark of Ford Motor Company. For more information, visit www.quicklane.com.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With more than 213,000 employees and about 90 plants worldwide, the company’s wholly owned brands include Ford, Lincoln, Mercury and Volvo. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford’s products, please visit www.ford.com
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