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April 30, 2007 (COMMERCE, GA) – NHRA AMS Pro Modified team of Barklage Racing suffered a disappointing weekend at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Southern Nationals in Commerce , Georgia .
Qualifying went well, for 19 year old Cody Barklage. Running his weekend best of 6.11 during the second session of qualifying, Cody was able to make the quickest ever field of legal Pro Mod’s from the No. 10 spot.
“We typically can run much quicker, but despite it all we were able to make the show,” said Cody. “We are always proud to have our Lucas Oil, Torco Racing Fuels Pontiac make the field of the best Pro Mod’s in the world. My car felt good this weekend; we really wanted to step up our game and give it a bit more. The fans in Atlanta were great; I’m just glad we were able to help give them a great weekend of Pro Mod racing.”
Although Cody had a solid qualifying effort, older brother Zach was not so fortunate. Missing the field by a .10 of a second, Zach broke his over year long qualifying streak.
“We had a few mechanical difficulties, but we tried to step it up,” said Zach. “We were a little off our game this weekend; unfortunately, we paid the price, and were unable to make the show. The track was a little tricky, but that is still no excuse. I’m disappointed because I know we are a better team then what we showed this weekend. At this point all we can do is regroup for the next race and go at it again.”
Although Cody Barklage had a solid qualifying effort, the team was unable to get past Shelly Payne in the first round of competition.
“The car shook pretty good,” said Cody. “I got off of it, and back in but I just couldn’t chase her down. She ran a great number, so I just couldn’t get past her. We had ran consistent during qualifying, but it just wasn’t enough. Regardless of our first round loss, I know we have a winning team.”
Barklage Racing would like to thank Goodyear Tires, Lucas Oil, Torco Racing Fuel, Goodson Tools, Taylor Cable, Applebee’s, P & A Drywall, Pit Mat USA, Lake Race Products, Weld Racing and NGK Sparkplugs for their continued support. For more information on this story or any other story concerning Barklage Racing, contact Amy Johnson, PR Director.
This event is the 3rd of 10 events for 2007. The next stop on the NHRA AMS Pro Mod Challenge tour is the O’Reilly NHRA Midwest Nationals, St. Louis , May 4 – 6, 2007 .
Notable
19 year old Cody Barklage is currently the youngest driver on the AMS Pro Mod tour and 22 year old Zach Barklage is the second youngest.
The team is based in Lake Ozark , Missouri .
In 2006, Cody Barklage had a career best finish of 6th in the AMS / RPM Depot Pro Mod Challenge.
The team is owned and operated by parents Mark and Cathy Barklage, and operates a large family owned large drywall company in the Ozarks area of Missouri .
Zach Barklage had a 4th place finish in 2004 and 7th place in 2005.
MORE ABOUT LUCAS OIL
According to LucasOil.com, “With the simple philosophy of producing only the best line of lubricants and additives available anywhere, Lucas has steadfastly adhered to this corporate objective. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas has established itself as a top selling additive line in the American truck stop industry.
Lucas has long been directly involved in the American racing industry through multiple vehicle sponsorships and racing event promotions, at all levels. Seeing a need for better lubricants in this industry, the Lucas people went to work again. The end result being a line of high performance engine oils and gear oils that are second-to-none in the racing industry. Lucas racing products have proven themselves on NASCAR, NHRA, IHRA, USHRA and ATPA tracks across the country.
The Lucas success story has been built upon hard work, an unparalleled line of premium products and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. This single formula for success will continue to guide Lucas Oil Products as it grows in the years to come.”
MORE ABOUT TORCO RACING FUELS INC.
There’s more to TORCO than just racing fuels. From its beginnings in 1987 as a family business in Decatur , Michigan consisting of a simple convenience store, a gasoline station, auto repair garage and propane fill station, TORCO has grown with the direction of Evan Knoll into a complete high octane fuel blending, storing and resale organization, specializing in racing fuels. Offering retail and wholesale along with NGL in over 27 states, TORCO moves millions of gallons annually throughout their US based refining and storage sites. TORCO offers over 28 specialized blends, some formulated from one of Mr. Knoll’s 13 patents/trademarks. The company has also stretched into power products and additives along with complimenting apparel and merchandise lines. Evan Knoll also owns and operates Knoll Gas and Propane, a wholesaler and retailer of propane products servicing the state of Michigan . Under the daily direction of Mr. Knoll, the company constantly deals with the ever-changing fuel and crude oil prices and competition from some of the world’s largest fuel suppliers such as Sunoco, Citgo, and Shell. As one of the top private energy reserve movers in the country, the company differentiates itself by providing first class products, competitive prices, and first class customer service. A licensed drag racer himself, Mr. Knoll has always had a passion for fast cars and the sport of automotive racing and understands the desire and drive of competition. In 2004 TORCO Race Fuels, Inc. embarked on a national brand campaign to bring their products to the forefront of motorsports. By the end of 2005, TORCO not only met their anticipated goals of branding and sales but excelled to be one of the largest supporters in the Motorsports community.
BE SURE TO VISIT
Torco Racing Fuels Lucas Oil www.LakeRaceProducts,com
Taylor Vertex :: 80 Years of Heritage and Legendary Quality .: Pit Mat USA - Durable, Affordable Pit Flooring! :. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
Goodson Tools and Supplies for Engine Builders NGK Spark Plugs USA
BARKLAGE RACING ENDURES AN EARLY EXIT IN ATLANTA
April 30, 2007 (COMMERCE, GA) – NHRA AMS Pro Modified team of Barklage Racing suffered a disappointing weekend at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Southern Nationals in Commerce , Georgia .
Qualifying went well, for 19 year old Cody Barklage. Running his weekend best of 6.11 during the second session of qualifying, Cody was able to make the quickest ever field of legal Pro Mod’s from the No. 10 spot.
“We typically can run much quicker, but despite it all we were able to make the show,” said Cody. “We are always proud to have our Lucas Oil, Torco Racing Fuels Pontiac make the field of the best Pro Mod’s in the world. My car felt good this weekend; we really wanted to step up our game and give it a bit more. The fans in Atlanta were great; I’m just glad we were able to help give them a great weekend of Pro Mod racing.”
Although Cody had a solid qualifying effort, older brother Zach was not so fortunate. Missing the field by a .10 of a second, Zach broke his over year long qualifying streak.
“We had a few mechanical difficulties, but we tried to step it up,” said Zach. “We were a little off our game this weekend; unfortunately, we paid the price, and were unable to make the show. The track was a little tricky, but that is still no excuse. I’m disappointed because I know we are a better team then what we showed this weekend. At this point all we can do is regroup for the next race and go at it again.”
Although Cody Barklage had a solid qualifying effort, the team was unable to get past Shelly Payne in the first round of competition.
“The car shook pretty good,” said Cody. “I got off of it, and back in but I just couldn’t chase her down. She ran a great number, so I just couldn’t get past her. We had ran consistent during qualifying, but it just wasn’t enough. Regardless of our first round loss, I know we have a winning team.”
Barklage Racing would like to thank Goodyear Tires, Lucas Oil, Torco Racing Fuel, Goodson Tools, Taylor Cable, Applebee’s, P & A Drywall, Pit Mat USA, Lake Race Products, Weld Racing and NGK Sparkplugs for their continued support. For more information on this story or any other story concerning Barklage Racing, contact Amy Johnson, PR Director.
This event is the 3rd of 10 events for 2007. The next stop on the NHRA AMS Pro Mod Challenge tour is the O’Reilly NHRA Midwest Nationals, St. Louis , May 4 – 6, 2007 .
Notable
19 year old Cody Barklage is currently the youngest driver on the AMS Pro Mod tour and 22 year old Zach Barklage is the second youngest.
The team is based in Lake Ozark , Missouri .
In 2006, Cody Barklage had a career best finish of 6th in the AMS / RPM Depot Pro Mod Challenge.
The team is owned and operated by parents Mark and Cathy Barklage, and operates a large family owned large drywall company in the Ozarks area of Missouri .
Zach Barklage had a 4th place finish in 2004 and 7th place in 2005.
MORE ABOUT LUCAS OIL
According to LucasOil.com, “With the simple philosophy of producing only the best line of lubricants and additives available anywhere, Lucas has steadfastly adhered to this corporate objective. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas has established itself as a top selling additive line in the American truck stop industry.
Lucas has long been directly involved in the American racing industry through multiple vehicle sponsorships and racing event promotions, at all levels. Seeing a need for better lubricants in this industry, the Lucas people went to work again. The end result being a line of high performance engine oils and gear oils that are second-to-none in the racing industry. Lucas racing products have proven themselves on NASCAR, NHRA, IHRA, USHRA and ATPA tracks across the country.
The Lucas success story has been built upon hard work, an unparalleled line of premium products and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. This single formula for success will continue to guide Lucas Oil Products as it grows in the years to come.”
MORE ABOUT TORCO RACING FUELS INC.
There’s more to TORCO than just racing fuels. From its beginnings in 1987 as a family business in Decatur , Michigan consisting of a simple convenience store, a gasoline station, auto repair garage and propane fill station, TORCO has grown with the direction of Evan Knoll into a complete high octane fuel blending, storing and resale organization, specializing in racing fuels. Offering retail and wholesale along with NGL in over 27 states, TORCO moves millions of gallons annually throughout their US based refining and storage sites. TORCO offers over 28 specialized blends, some formulated from one of Mr. Knoll’s 13 patents/trademarks. The company has also stretched into power products and additives along with complimenting apparel and merchandise lines. Evan Knoll also owns and operates Knoll Gas and Propane, a wholesaler and retailer of propane products servicing the state of Michigan . Under the daily direction of Mr. Knoll, the company constantly deals with the ever-changing fuel and crude oil prices and competition from some of the world’s largest fuel suppliers such as Sunoco, Citgo, and Shell. As one of the top private energy reserve movers in the country, the company differentiates itself by providing first class products, competitive prices, and first class customer service. A licensed drag racer himself, Mr. Knoll has always had a passion for fast cars and the sport of automotive racing and understands the desire and drive of competition. In 2004 TORCO Race Fuels, Inc. embarked on a national brand campaign to bring their products to the forefront of motorsports. By the end of 2005, TORCO not only met their anticipated goals of branding and sales but excelled to be one of the largest supporters in the Motorsports community.
BE SURE TO VISIT
Torco Racing Fuels Lucas Oil www.LakeRaceProducts,com
Taylor Vertex :: 80 Years of Heritage and Legendary Quality .: Pit Mat USA - Durable, Affordable Pit Flooring! :. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
Goodson Tools and Supplies for Engine Builders NGK Spark Plugs USA
