AP Racing Hits 600-Win Milestone in NASCAR

AP Racing, a leading manufacturer of high-performance braking systems, has achieved a remarkable milestone in its long-standing partnership with NASCAR. The company has now secured an impressive 600 wins as the brake supplier for the iconic stock car racing series. This accomplishment highlights AP Racing’s engineering excellence and its pivotal role in supporting NASCAR teams to victory over nearly four decades.

Key Highlights:

  • AP Racing celebrates 600 wins in NASCAR as brake supplier.
  • Partnership with NASCAR began in 1987.
  • Sole brake supplier for NASCAR Cup Series since 2021.
  • Recent win by Christopher Bell and the No. 20 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota at the All-Star race.
  • Managing Director David Hamblin credits teamwork, engineering, and innovation.

Since 1987, AP Racing has been integral to NASCAR’s success, starting with Dale Earnhardt’s championship win using their calipers, discs, and pads. Over the years, the company has equipped 20 championship-winning teams across manufacturers like Chevrolet, Ford, Dodge, and Toyota. In 2021, AP Racing solidified its dominance by becoming the exclusive brake supplier for the NASCAR Cup Series, a testament to its reliability and performance under the sport’s intense demands.

A recent highlight came when Christopher Bell and the No. 20 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota clinched victory at the All-Star race at North Wilkesboro Speedway. This win showcases the precision and durability of AP Racing’s braking systems, engineered to handle extreme heat and mechanical stress, giving drivers the edge they need to excel on the track.

David Hamblin, Managing Director of AP Racing, shared his pride in the achievement: “This milestone is a powerful testament to the incredible teamwork, engineering, and innovation that drives us to constantly improve and deliver world-class products. NASCAR is a sport where every millisecond counts, and our braking systems help teams perform at the highest possible standards lap after lap, race after race.”

This 600th win reinforces AP Racing’s legacy and ongoing commitment to advancing braking technology in elite motorsport.

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