Kevin Lepage's Bio

CHARLOTTE, N.C (January 19, 2007) - The Checkers have partnered with several organizations to help raise money for Victory Junction Gang Camp at the team's AutoTrader.com Race Night game this Friday. AutoTrader.com, Papa John's Pizza and The VUE Charlotte are amongst several sponsors for the night.

The Checkers will welcome several drivers who will be in attendance and signing autographs before the game. Some of the drivers included in the night's festivities are Reed Sorenson, David Stremme, Sean Caisse, Kevin Lepage, Ted Musgrave, Jr. and Doug Herbert.

The entire game will have a racing theme with show cars on display and the debut of Extreme Ice Center's bumper cars which will be used during the first intermission in a NASCAR style race on the ice.

The Checkers will kick off Race Night tomorrow from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm at the corner of Trade and Tryon by displaying their Zamboni and the "Car of Tomorrow" from the Jeff Gordon Racing School. The Checkers will try to fill the Zamboni with donations to benefit the Victory Junction Gang Camp.

The Checkers are back in action at 7:30 pm tomorrow as they host the South Carolina Stingrays. Tickets for tomorrow's game can be purchased by calling 704.342.4.ICE or purchase and print your tickets at home by visiting www.CharlotteBobcatsArena.com.

The mission of the Victory Junction Gang Camp is to enrich the lives of children with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses by providing life-changing camping experiences that are exciting, fun, and empowering, in a safe and medically sound environment. Founded by NASCAR driver Kyle Petty and his wife Pattie in honor of their late son Adam, the Victory Junction Gang Camp is a year-round facility serving children, age 7 to 15. Each summer, children suffering from similar medical conditions including heart, lung and kidney disease, spina bifida, HIV, cancer, burn survivors, neurological disorders, and a host of others, gather to kick back, relax and have some fun. The camp offers traditional activities, including horseback riding, boating and fishing, arts and crafts and others, as well as NASCAR related program areas.

The Victory Junction Gang Camp is a member of the Association of Hole in the Wall Gang Camps and is free to children and their families. The camp operates solely on the generous donations of individuals, corporations and foundation. For more information, visit www.victoryjunction.org.

HUNTERSVILLE, NC (October 11, 2006) - NASCAR Nextel Cup Series veteran, Kevin Lepage will be finishing the 2006 NASCAR Nextel Cup season in the No. 34 Chevy Monte Carlo for Front Row Motorsports. Lepage joined Front Row Motorsports last week and is looking forward to driving the rest of the season with his new team.

"I am very excited about this opportunity and look forward to finishing the 2006 season driving the No. 34 Chevy Monte Carlo for Front Row Motorsports," said Lepage. "I cannot thank Bob Jenkins enough for giving me the chance to drive for him. I'm hoping we can finish out this season on a positive note. We are all looking forward to some strong runs to end the season."

Lepage and the No. 34 Front Row Motorsports Team will be close to home for this week's race at Lowe's Motor Speedway. This Saturdays Bank of America 500 will be held under the lights. Qualifying will be held on Thursday, October 12th and the race can be seen 'live' 7:00pm (EST) Saturday night on TNT. The race can also be heard 'live' on MRN, PRN, and XM Satellite Radio. Check your local listing for times and channel locations.

The Front Row Motorsports Racing organization, formed in 2004, is a relatively new team in the NASCAR Nextel Cup circuit. FRM is owned by restaurant entrepreneur, Bob Jenkins.

Lepage And BAM Racing Team Experience Setback At Kansas Speedway- Team fails to qualify for race despite focused effort; Looks to future with determination

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (October 1, 2006) ? The BAM Racing organization, in a period of restructuring for the 2007 season, has welcome crew changes and sponsor additions in recent weeks while enjoying great improvement in its qualifying efforts. The team has not missed a race since the AMD at the Glen at Watkins Glen International in August. Both driver Kevin Lepage and the entire team were hopeful to continue that momentum headed into Kansas this weekend.

With 47 entries listed for Sunday's Banquet 400 at Kansas Speedway, 12 competitors were required to qualify on time. To tighten the competition, two past champions were included among the group.

Lepage hit the track for the only practice session on Friday in full qualifying mode. He finished the session in the 45th position after posting a fast lap time of 31.715 seconds. A late qualifying draw allowed both driver and team to focus their energies on the task at hand.

With just hours before qualifying was set to begin, the BAM Racing team worked relentlessly to make changes to the No. 49 Dodge in an effort to improve lap times during qualifying.

Lepage was the 40th competitor to take the track for qualifying on Friday afternoon. He posted a qualifying speed of 170.616 miles per hour and a fast lap time of 31.650 seconds. Unfortunately, the effort was not strong enough to secure the team a place in the starting lineup for Sunday's race. Lepage qualified in the 45th position.

"We are all disappointed that we did not make the race," said Lepage. "This team works incredibly hard and is dedicated to racing competitively each and every week. On top of that, we have experienced changes all season long. This weekend is a setback but it is not indicative of the caliber of this team. We will put this weekend behind us and turn our attention to the upcoming race at Talladega Superspeedway."

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series returns to Talladega Superspeedway this weekend for the UAW-Ford 500. The race will air live on NBC at 1:30 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on MRN.

Fourth Annual Kevin Lepage Charity Golf Tournament A Huge Success- Vermont native raises over $21,000 in charitable funds to benefit various state charities

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (September 29, 2006) - NASCAR Nextel Cup Series driver Kevin Lepage, in conjunction with the Kevin Lepage Foundation, recently held the fourth annual Kevin Lepage Charity Golf Tournament in Hinesburg, Vt. The event raised in excess of $21,000 with proceeds remaining in Vermont to benefit various state charities.

Over the years, the Kevin Lepage Foundation has raised over $90,000 in funds benefiting charities that serve the people of Vermont. This year's selected charities included the state's chapter of the American Cancer Society, the Vermont Kidney Association, and the Vermont National Guard Family Readiness Chapter which provides support to deployed military personnel and families.

"Donna and I would like to thank the sponsors that played a big part in making this tournament a success as well as all the players," commented Lepage. "There were many generous supporters at the dinner for the silent auction. One of the biggest items auctioned was a 2006 framed Goodyear poster signed by all the Nextel drivers that sold for $1,600. We also auctioned a ride down the Lake Placid bobsled run with none other than Nascar driver and Vermont native Kevin Lepage."

Lepage intends to hold the golf tournament again next year and hopes this year's success is just the beginning.

"It is very important to me to give back to the fans from Vermont that have supported me from the beginning of my career," said Lepage. "We are already making plans for next year's event with every intention of making it our best tournament yet."

BAM Racing was formed by Beth Ann and Tony Morgenthau in 2001, and enters its fifth season in NASCAR Nextel Cup racing as one of the series' few single-car teams. Successful investors, the Morgenthaus have funded the team from its inception, and began generating corporate sponsorship support on a full-time basis in 2004. Beth Ann Morgenthau, whose initials make up the name of BAM Racing, continues to be the only hands-on female owner in motorsports to have started a team without family connections. At a time when some of the sport's most decorated teams are ceasing operations, BAM Racing continues to strive forward and reach its goals. For more information, visit www.bam49racing.com.

Lepage Experiences Highs And Lows At Dover International Speedway- Captures season-best starting position before accident ends day early for BAM Racing team

DOVER, Del. (Sept. 24, 2006) - Last June, Kevin Lepage and the BAM Racing team qualified for the first race of the season at Dover International Speedway in an impressive 18th place. Both driver and team returned to the "Monster Mile" this weekend determined to improve upon that season-best start. Lepage did just that on Friday posting a qualifying time of 23.235 seconds and capturing the 11th starting position for Sunday's Dover 400. With excitement and momentum behind them, everyone was prepared for a solid run on Sunday. Unfortunately, Lepage was involved in a single-car accident that ended the day early for the team. He finished the race in 37th place.

After capturing the team's best starting position of the season, Lepage was ready to contend with the leaders at the "Monster Mile." With the 2007 season rapidly approaching, the team once again realized the importance of the day.

"Thanks for your hard work this weekend," radioed Lepage. "We've got a great starting position and have the opportunity to learn for our return to Dover next season. Let's have a good day and work hard to stay up front."

The race had barely begun when Lepage was pushed up the track and scraped the wall on lap two. The damage to the car was minimal and the team opted not to make a pit stop in order to maintain track position.

The first of 10 cautions came out just a couple of laps later. Lepage noted that the WhatsOnline.com Dodge was loose. However, the team once again opted to stay out on the track. Lepage restarted the race in 23rd place.

When an accident in turn four occurred on lap 11, the team decided to adjust the racecar to help the loose condition. Lepage brought the No. 49 Dodge to pit road for four tires and fuel. A spring rubber was also put in the rear spring. He restarted the race in 36th position.

Determined to overcome the 25 position deficit, Lepage was focused on regaining track position and moving back to the front of the field.

As he got a feel for the car, Lepage noted that the WhatsOnline.com Dodge was better but slightly tight in the center of the turns and loose on exit. The team used subsequent pit stops to make further adjustments to improve the racecar.

On lap 84, Lepage was passed by then leader Matt Kenseth and found himself one lap down. When a caution came out on lap 98, he relayed that he was having difficulty exiting the corners. Lepage came to pit road for four tires, fuel and adjustments. He restarted the race in 35th place.

The WhatsOnline team continued to adjust the No. 49 Dodge as Lepage worked to regain position on the track. Then suddenly, on lap 182, Lepage was involved in a single-car accident in turn two. He hit the wall damaging the BAM Racing Dodge beyond repair. He ultimately finished the race in the 37th position.

"We started the weekend on such a high note," commented Lepage. "We captured our best starting position of the season and were excited to race on Sunday. Unfortunately, we just couldn't get the car dialed in although everyone worked hard all afternoon. I'm disappointed that we fell out of the race. It wasn't the finish we had hoped for but we will move forward and focus on next weekend in Kansas."

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series heads to Kansas Speedway this weekend for the Banquet 400. The race will air live on NBC at 1:30 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on MRN.

No. 49 WhatsOnline.com Dodge Charger, Dover 400, Dover International Speedway

No. 49 WhatsOnline.com Dodge Charger
Dover 400
Dover International Speedway
September 24, 2006

Kevin Lepage Career Dover International Speedway Results

Wins:	Laps Completed:	4652	Average Start:	28.2
Top-5 Finishes:	Laps Possible:	6004	Average Finish:	28.7
Top-10 Finishes:	Percentage:	77.5%	Earnings:	$775,834

WhatsOnline.com Speeds on to the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series Scene in Dover ... BAM Racing is pleased to welcome WhatsOnline.com as primary sponsor for the No. 49 Dodge starting this weekend at Dover International Speedway. BAM Racing invites fans to visit WhatsOnline.com this weekend for a "sneak peek" at the resourceful new website. Visitors taking a peek of the new site can enter the WhatsOnline.com Diamond-A-Day Sweepstakes™ daily for a chance to win a beautiful hand-picked Lazare Kaplan diamond.

"WhatsOnline.com is an innovative and new website," commented BAM Racing owner Beth Ann Morgenthau. "We are excited to welcome WhatsOnline.com and Abble Media to our family of sponsors. As in racing, those who envision the future are those who find success. We feel that BAM Racing and WhatsOnline.com are a perfect match for the future."

Lepage at Dover International Speedway ... Lepage has 15 Nextel Cup Series starts at Dover International Speedway. He has two top-five starts at the 1.0-mile oval with a track-best starting position of 4th (09/20/98) and an average starting position of 28.2. Lepage has two top-10 finishes at the "Monster Mile" with a track-best finish of 12th (09/20/98) and an average finish of 28.7.

In June, Lepage ran over a brake rotor and punctured the engine oil cooler on the No. 49 Dodge while breaking the mounting brackets. Despite the quick action and best efforts of the team to make repairs, the engine on the No. 49 Dodge was damaged and blew up the very lap Lepage returned to racing action. The race ended early for Lepage who finished the Neighborhood Excellence 400 in the 39th position.

Lepage on Dover International Speedway ... "Dover is challenging track for even the best drivers. You really need a car that can get into the corners and turn at this track. You also have to focus on tire management as tires will wear out quickly on the concrete surface. Because it is hard to pass at Dover, track position will be crucial. We had a strong car here in June and qualified in the top-20. Hopefully we can do that again and give ourselves every opportunity to succeed."

About WhatsOnline.com ... WhatsOnline.com, owned by Abble Media, is an innovative and resourceful website which offers a new approach to finding, connecting to, and enjoying "what's online". The company promises WhatsOnline.com will be something every Internet user will enjoy and want to use. The full-featured official launch of WhatsOnline.com is expected in mid-October.

About BAM Racing... Formed by Beth Ann and Tony Morgenthau in 2001, BAM Racing enters its fifth season in NASCAR Nextel Cup racing as one of the series' few single-car teams. Successful investors, the Morgenthaus have funded the team since its inception and began generating corporate sponsorship support on a full-time basis in 2004. Beth Ann Morgenthau, whose initials make up the name of BAM Racing, continues to be the only hands-on female owner in motorsports to have started a team without family connections. At a time when some of the sport's most decorated teams are ceasing operations, BAM Racing continues to strive forward and reach its goals. For more information, visit www.bam49racing.com.

WhatsOnline.com Speeds On To The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series Scene- BAM Racing and Abble Media invite fans to take a "sneak peek" at innovative new website

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (September 19, 2006) - BAM Racing is pleased to welcome WhatsOnline.com, a subsidiary of Abble Media, as primary sponsor of the No. 49 Dodge starting this weekend at Dover International Speedway. The first peek anyone will get of WhatsOnline.com will be at nearly 150 miles per hour on Sunday afternoon.

Abble Media has timed the "sneak peek" launch of WhatsOnline.com to coincide with the website's primary sponsorship of the No. 49 BAM Racing Dodge driven by Kevin Lepage this weekend in the Dover 400.

In light of the recent personnel changes taking place at BAM Racing, the addition of WhatsOnline.com as a repeat primary sponsor in 2006 and 2007 is an additional step in the reorganization process for the team.

What exactly is WhatsOnline.com?

Abble Media is not saying just yet except that it's a new approach to finding, connecting to, and enjoying "what's online". The company promises WhatsOnline.com will be something every Internet user will enjoy and want to use. BAM Racing and Abble Media invite fans to visit the site this weekend to see for themselves.

Visitors taking a peek at the resourceful new site can enter the WhatsOnline.com Diamond-A-Day Sweepstakes™ daily for a chance to win a beautiful hand-picked Lazare Kaplan diamond.

"WhatsOnline.com is an innovative new website," commented BAM Racing owner Beth Ann Morgenthau. "We are excited to welcome Abble Media and WhatsOnline.com and to our family of sponsors. As in racing, those who envision the future are those who find success. We feel that BAM Racing and WhatsOnline.com are a perfect match for the future."

The full-featured official launch of WhatsOnline.com is expected in mid-October.

About BAM Racing

Lepage And BAM Racing Team Continue Forward Momentum In Loudon Lepage races smart and avoids trouble on track; Secures 30th place finish for No. 49 team

LOUDON, N.H. (Sept. 16, 2006) - New Englander Kevin Lepage returned to his home track, New Hampshire International Speedway, for the final race of the season at the 1.058-mile oval. Lepage spent the week leading up to the Sylvania 300 in his native Vermont where he hosted the fourth annual Kevin Lepage Charity Golf Tournament to benefit various state charities. After finding success on the golf course, he turned his attention to achieving success on the track. Lepage qualified on time for Sunday's race in the 40th position. He battled a loose racecar during the action-packed afternoon to finish the race in 30th place.

As the field approached the green flag, excitement was in the air and on the track. With drivers scrambling for position early in the race, it only took a couple of laps before the first caution of the day occurred. Lepage chose to race smart and avoid trouble on the track.

"It was smart to back out and let them go," crew chief David Hyder radioed his driver. "It looked pretty wild out there."

Lepage radioed that the LoansDepot.com Dodge was extremely loose. Both driver and team were aware that the track would get tighter as the afternoon went on and did not want to over-adjust the racecar. The team opted to pit for fuel only and a track bar adjustment.

The adjustment improved the No. 49 Dodge, but Lepage relayed that the car was tight in the center of the turns and loose on exit. The team used a series of cautions in the first half of the race to make additional improvements to the car.

By the mid-point of the race, Lepage was posted in the 33rd position running one lap down to the leader. Noting that the BAM Racing Dodge was still loose, the team prepared to make further adjustments and decided to employ fuel mileage strategy.

When a caution came out on lap 200, Lepage suggested a quick pit stop for fuel in an attempt to stay out on the track for the remainder of the race. Even though the majority of competitors opted not to pit, Lepage came to pit road for fuel only.

"Let's try to get on our own program," Lepage radioed his team. "Let's top off with fuel. Hopefully we can at least pick up some track position."

The fuel mileage strategy did not allow Lepage to make it to the end of the race without pitting, but he was able to position himself for a late-race battle with the No. 4 car for the last 30 laps of the race. Lepage ultimately passed driver Scott Wimmer to capture a 30th place finish.

"The cars you have given me the past two weeks have been consistent," Lepage radioed the crew. "We keep working to adjust the cars during the race and are close to getting them dialed in. We're definitely on the right track."

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series returns to Dover International Speedway this weekend for the Dover 400. The race will air live on the TNT network at 12:30 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on MRN.

No. 49 LoansDepot.com Dodge Charger, Sylvania 300, New Hampshire International Speedway

No. 49 LoansDepot.com Dodge Charger
Sylvania 300
New Hampshire International Speedway
September 17, 2006

Kevin Lepage Career New Hampshire International Speedway Results

Wins:	Laps Completed:	2683	Average Start:	32.4
Top-5 Finishes:	Laps Possible:	2888	Average Finish:	30.5
Top-10 Finishes:	Percentage:	92.9%	Earnings:	$497,020

Fourth annual Kevin Lepage Charity Golf Tournament set to "tee off" this week in Vermont ... Kevin Lepage, in conjunction with the Kevin Lepage Foundation, will host the fourth annual Kevin Lepage Charity Golf Tournament from September 13-14, 2006. The two-day event begins on Wednesday, September 13, with a silent auction and dinner reception followed by the golf tournament on Thursday, September 14, at Cedar Knoll Country Club in Hinesburg, Vt.

Selected charities benefiting from the tournament include the Vermont chapter of the American Cancer Society, the Vermont Kidney Association, and the Vermont National Guard Family Readiness Chapter which provides support to deployed military personnel and families.

Lepage at New Hampshire International Speedway... Lepage has 10 Nextel Cup Series starts at New Hampshire International Speedway. He has one top-five start with a track-best starting position of 4th (09/19/99) and an average starting position of 32.4. Lepage has one top-20 finish at the 1.058-mile oval with a track-best finish of 16th (08/30/98) and an average finish of 30.5.

In July, Lepage drew upon his roots in racing and years of experience at New Hampshire International Speedway to secure a 38th place starting position for the Lenox Industrial Tools 300. The BAM Racing team worked tirelessly in the pits to make improvements to the No. 49 Dodge while Lepage successfully avoided trouble on the track to capture a 30th place finish.

Lepage on New Hampshire International Speedway... "I enjoy racing at New Hampshire International Speedway because I consider it my home track. Being from New England, I enjoy reconnecting with the fans that have supported me through the years. The two most important factors going into this weekend will be taking care of your brakes and having a car that handles well. We expect to have a successful weekend with David Hyder back on board with the team."

About LoansDepot.com... LoansDepot.com joins the BAM Racing family of sponsors this weekend as the primary sponsor on the No. 49 Dodge for the Pennsylvania 500. LoansDepot.com connects consumers to a network of lenders nationwide competing for their loan. The goal of LoansDepot.com is to get every applicant the best loan at the best rate possible. LoansDepot.com feels that the best way to ensure this is to place the loan request in a nationwide network of lenders. LoansDepot.com believes that when lenders compete the applicant wins.

A Familiar Face Ushers In A New Day For BAM Racing Team In Richmond- Hyder returns as crew chief; Lepage battles loose condition to secure 33rd place finish

RICHMOND, Va. (Sept. 11, 2006) - Although all eyes were on the possible contenders for the Chase for the Nextel Cup at Richmond International Raceway, the BAM Racing team welcomed the return of David Hyder as crew chief for the No. 49 Dodge with much enthusiasm. In 43 previous starts with the team, Hyder captured three top-10, six top-15 and 11 top-20 finishes. After only one practice session for the entire weekend, Kevin Lepage qualified for the Chevy Rock and Roll 400 in the 39th position. He battled a loose racecar for much of the race to secure a 33rd place finish.

As the field approached the green flag, the crowd of over 100,000 fans was ready for the excitement of Richmond International Raceway.

"There's a new guy on top of the box," Lepage radioed his team. "This program is definitely moving forward. Everyone's done a great job all year so let's keep it up tonight."

On lap 12, Lepage reported that the RoadLoans Dodge was tight in the center of the turns and loose on exit. When the first of seven cautions came out on lap 36, Lepage had just become the first driver one lap down and was able to quickly get back on the lead lap. He pitted for four tires, fuel and adjustments. Lepage restarted the race in the 37th position.

When the next caution flag flew on lap 82, Lepage relayed that the No. 49 Dodge was handling better in the center of the turns but still and loose on exit. He came to pit road for four tires, fuel and a shock adjustment. He lined up to restart the race in the 32nd position.

The adjustments seemed to help the RoadLoans Dodge as Lepage posted competitive lap times. However, the racecar was still loose on the exit of the corners. The BAM Racing team opted for substantial adjustments under caution on lap 123. Lepage pitted for four tires, fuel, and air pressure adjustments. The team also removed a spring rubber from the right rear spring.

"Just work with it," Hyder radioed his driver. "Hopefully we'll get another caution soon and can make more changes."

The BAM Racing team worked tirelessly to improve the RoadLoans Dodge; however the loose condition that plagued the car from the onset of the race persisted despite everyone's best efforts. Lepage finished the race in 33rd place.

Kevin Harvick captured his eighth Nextel Cup Series victory and secured a place in the Chase for the Nextel Cup by taking the checkered flag at Richmond International Raceway. The remaining Chase contenders include Matt Kenseth, Jimmie Johnson, Kyle Busch, Denny Hamlin, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Mark Martin, Jeff Burton, Jeff Gordon and Kasey Khane.

"We weren't able to get the car dialed in tonight," said Lepage. "We only had one practice session on Friday with this race being an impound event. When you are trying to qualify each week on time, it is hard to work on both qualifying and race runs in just one practice session. That said, this team is moving in the right direction and everyone is motivated to finish strong this season."

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series returns to New Hampshire International Speedway this weekend for the Sylvania 300. The race will air live on the TNT network at 12:30 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on MRN.

No. 49 RoadLoans.com Dodge Charger, Chevy Rock and Roll 400 - Richmond International Raceway

No. 49 RoadLoans.com Dodge Charger
Chevy Rock and Roll 400
Richmond International Raceway
September 9, 2006

Kevin Lepage Career Richmond International Raceway Results

Wins:	Laps Completed:	3039	Average Start:	33.2
Top-5 Finishes:	Laps Possible:	3600	Average Finish:	28.8
Top-10 Finishes:	Percentage:	84.4%	Earnings:	$326,855

BAM Racing Brings "The Band" Back Together ... Jake and Elwood Blues from the classic movie "The Blues Brothers" may have been two of the smartest guys to hail from the Windy City. As Jake Blues exclaimed in a moment of revelation, "The band! ... The band! ... We get the band back together! "

In a decision to do just that, BAM Racing is pleased to announce the return of David Hyder as crew chief of the No. 49 BAM Racing Dodge driven by Kevin Lepage. Joining Hyder in the transition is former "band member" Dean Johnson who will now serve as chassis specialist. With "the band" now intact, BAM Racing is excited to add a new player to the mix. Louis Duncan, racing aerodynamics pioneer and former director of the RAD program of the late 1990s, is lending his expertise to the team by way of Arrington Engines.

BAM Racing Welcomes RoadLoans.com to Family of Sponsors ... BAM Racing is pleased to welcome primary sponsor RoadLoans.com to the No. 49 Dodge for two NASCAR Nextel Cup events this season. The RoadLoans Dodge Charger will hit the track this weekend at Richmond International Raceway. Also adorning the hood of the BAM Racing Dodge with RoadLoans this weekend is CarMax, one of its strategic partners. With its headquarters in Richmond, Va., CarMax is the nation's largest retailer of used cars. Lepage will also pilot the No. 49 RoadLoans Dodge in the upcoming race at Texas Motor Speedway in November.

Lepage at Richmond International Speedway ... Lepage has nine Nextel Cup Series starts at Richmond International Raceway. He has one top-15 start with a track-best starting position of 15th (09/09/00) and an average starting position of 33.2. Lepage has one top-15 finish with a track-best finish of 13th (05/15/99) and an average finish of 28.8 at the .75-mile oval.

"I am looking forward to the Chevy Rock and Roll 400 on Saturday night. Richmond is a multi-groove track and with a good car you can have a lot fun there. We are unloading the same car we raced earlier this season at Loudon. It's a good racecar and it should be an exciting night."

About Roadloans.com

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Inspired By A Classic Hit Movie BAM Racing Brings "The Band" Back Together
Team welcomes return of David Hyder as crew chief and Dean Johnson as chassis specialist

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (September 6, 2006) - Jake and Elwood Blues from the classic movie "The Blues Brothers" may have been two of the smartest guys to hail from the Windy City. When the NEXTEL Cup Series recently visited Chicago, where the movie is based, BAM Racing owners Beth Ann and Tony Morgenthau received a little inspiration.

As Jake Blues exclaimed in a moment of revelation, "The band! ... The band! ... We get the band back together! "

In a decision to do just that, BAM Racing is pleased to announce the return of David Hyder as crew chief of the No. 49 BAM Racing Dodge driven by Kevin Lepage.

Hyder, a High Point, N.C. native, joined BAM Racing in October of 2004 as crew chief for Ken Schrader leading the team throughout the 2005 season. In 2006, Hyder joined Schrader at Wood Brothers Racing but now returns to build upon an impressive record with BAM Racing.

In a total of 43 races with BAM Racing, Hyder captured three top-10, six top-15 and 11 top-20 finishes. In addition, he secured one top-10, five top-15 and seven top-20 starts during his tenure with the team.

"I welcome the opportunity to effect change as a crew chief," said Hyder. "I have respect for this team and I enjoy working with this organization. We have a history of success together and I feel very fortunate to have the chance to build upon that record. The team that is being assembled is the right group to build a strong foundation for the 2007 season."

With the No. 49 team currently outside of the top-35 in the owner points standings, Hyder returns with a wealth of knowledge and experience. Under his direction, the No. 49 team finished 33rd in the owner points standings in 2004 and 31st in 2005.

Joining Hyder in the transition is former "band member" Dean Johnson who originally joined BAM Racing alongside Hyder in 2004 as shock specialist. Johnson will now serve as chassis specialist. The team is pleased to bring back together this proven successful combination.

With "the band" now intact, BAM Racing is excited to add a new player to the mix. Louis Duncan, racing aerodynamics pioneer and former director of the RAD program - a research consortium for then team owners Richard Childress, Andy Petree and Dale Earnhardt - of the late 1990s, is lending his expertise to BAM Racing by way of Arrington Engines.

"This has been a season of transition for our team," said team co-owner Beth Ann Morgenthau. "We are now focused on building a strong team that will compete for position in the top-35 in the owner points standings during the crucial first five races of next season. We believe that we have brought together the right group of players to lead our team in pursuit of that goal. We are 'on a mission' just like Jake and Elwood Blues."

About BAM Racing

BAM Racing Welcomes Return Of Roadloans.com As Primary Sponsor
Kevin Lepage to drive No. 49 Roadloans.com Dodge in events in Richmond and Texas

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (September 5, 2006) - BAM Racing is pleased to welcome primary sponsor RoadLoans.com to the No. 49 Dodge for two NASCAR Nextel Cup events this season. The No. 49 RoadLoans Dodge Charger will hit the track this weekend at Richmond International Raceway with veteran driver Kevin Lepage.

Lepage will pilot the RoadLoans Dodge in the Chevy Rock and Roll 400 this weekend in Richmond, as well as in the upcoming race at Texas Motor Speedway in November.

"I am excited to drive the RoadLoans Dodge this weekend in Richmond," said Lepage. "RoadLoans has been on the No. 49 Dodge a couple of times this season and I am proud to continue a wonderful relationship with such NASCAR fan friendly company. I am looking forward to bringing home a strong finish for both the team and sponsor this weekend."

Also adorning the hood of the BAM Racing Dodge with RoadLoans this weekend is CarMax, one of its strategic partners. With its headquarters in Richmond, Va., CarMax is the nation's largest retailer of used cars.

"The thrill of NASCAR is even more exciting for everyone here at RoadLoans as we team with our strategic partner, CarMax in sponsoring the No. 49 RoadLoans Dodge," said Chris Goodman, senior vice president, RoadLoans. "RoadLoans and CarMax have been a winning combination for countless customers looking to get behind the wheel of the car of their dreams. Now we combine our efforts as Kevin Lepage in the No. 49 RoadLoans Dodge, hits the track chasing the NASCAR dream."

"BAM Racing prides itself on the relationships it builds with its sponsors," commented team owner Beth Ann Morgenthau. "We are excited to have RoadLoans return to sponsor the No. 49 Dodge in Richmond and Texas. Just as RoadLoans is committed to excellence in customer service, we have a commitment to excellence every time we race. We are looking forward to a successful weekend in Richmond with RoadLoans and CarMax."

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Lepage And Team Battle The Elements In Southern California
Team secures 38th place finish despite intense heat and challenging track conditions

FONTANA, Calif. (Sept. 3, 2006) - The NEXTEL Cup Series headed West to southern California this week for the Sony HD 500. The forecast called for lots of sunshine during the race weekend with temperatures over 100 degrees each day. Aware that the heat would create changeable track conditions, the team focused on its qualifying effort during the entire morning practice on Friday before qualifying began that afternoon. After qualifying in the 39th position, Lepage battled a tight racecar for much of the race on Sunday night. He finished the race in 38th place.

After a weekend of intense heat and track temperatures, the BAM Racing team knew that race conditions would vary throughout the night. Everyone was prepared and ready to adjust the car to the changing conditions as needed.

"We've got another hard race ahead of us," radioed Lepage. "We've made a lot of adjustments to the car so let's see what we've got. As always, be safe on pit road and let's have good pit stops all night."

Within a matter of laps, Lepage radioed that the LoanDepot.com Dodge was tight in the center of the turns and on exit. When the first caution of the race came out on lap 11, Lepage told his team that the car needed substantial work. The team quickly pitted for four tires, fuel and opted to put a spring rubber in the right rear.

The adjustments helped the car and when the next caution came out on lap 29, the team made even more aggressive changes. Lepage pitted for four tires, fuel, air pressure and track bar adjustments. He restarted the race in the 33rd position.

As the sun began to set at the mid-point of the race, Lepage was running near the rear of the field and felt as if the car needed more overall grip on the racetrack. Interim crew chief Dean Johnson advised his driver.

"Keep digging, Kevin," radioed Johnson. "I've got some ideas here that I'm working on."

A pit stop on lap 155 allowed the team to try different adjustments to help Lepage. Just laps later, he noted that the changes were a great improvement and the car was the best it had been all night.

The changing track temperatures made the night eventful on pit road. The team was able to quickly adjust and improve the No. 49 Dodge throughout the evening. Determined to make a late-race charge and pick up as many positions as possible, Lepage ran competitive times in the remaining laps of the race. He finished the Sony HD 500 in 38th place running three laps down to winner Kasey Kahne.

"It was incredibly hot this weekend!" said Lepage. "We were not able to find the right balance early enough in the race to finish as strong as we would have liked. With extreme temperatures you have to stay on your toes to keep up with the track. We worked really hard and thought ahead all night long. At the end of the night, we had a great racecar but not enough time to move ahead."

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series returns to Richmond International Raceway this Saturday night for the action-packed Chevy Rock and Roll 400. The race will air live on the TNT network at 7:00 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on MRN.

No. 49 LoansDepot.com Dodge Charger, Sony HD 500 - California Speedway

No. 49 LoansDepot.com Dodge Charger
Sony HD 500
California Speedway
September 3, 2006

Kevin Lepage Career California Speedway Results

Date	Race	Start	Finish	Comp.	Poss.	Status	Earnings
05/03/98	California 500	13	40	93	250	Oil Leak	$27,300
05/02/99	California 500	27	18	248	250	Running	$49,125
04/30/00	NAPA Auto Parts 500	40	22	249	250	Running	$49,125
02/27/05	Auto Club 500	43	31	241	250	Running	$77,525
02/26/06	Auto Club 500	37	35	248	251	Running	$78,425

Wins:	Laps Completed:	1079	Average Start:	32.0
Top-5 Finishes:	Laps Possible:	1251	Average Finish:	29.2
Top-10 Finishes:	Percentage:	86.3%	Earnings:	$282,450

Lepage and BAM Racing Team Turn Corner in Racing Program and Look Ahead... Last weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway, the BAM Racing team had its most successful race weekend of the season due to changes underway to improve its racing program. Lepage secured a season-best qualifying position of 12th for the BAM Racing organization and went on to capture an impressive 21st place finish. The team is intent to build upon that momentum as it heads West to California Speedway and into the rest of the season.

Lepage has five Nextel Cup Series starts at California Speedway. He has one top-15 start with a track-best starting position of 13th (05/03/98) and an average starting position of 32.0. Lepage has one top-20 finish with a track-best finish of 18th (05/02/99) and an average finish of 29.2 at the two-mile oval.

Lepage to Host Fourth Annual Charity Golf Tournament in Vermont... Lepage will host the fourth annual Kevin Lepage Charity Golf Tournament from September 13-14, 2006 in Hinesburg, Vt. Over the years, the Kevin Lepage Foundation has raised over $70,000 in funds benefiting charities that serve the people of his home state. This year's selected charities include the state's chapter of the American Cancer Society, the Vermont Kidney Association, and the Vermont National Guard Family Readiness Chapter which provides support to deployed military personnel and families.

Lepage on California Speedway... "We are bringing the car we ran at Charlotte earlier this season. It was brand new at the time. Since then, we have taken the car to the wind tunnel and it has proven its worth. I have confidence in this team and our equipment, especially after the collective effort we put forth at Bristol last weekend. I truly feel our season has just started."

Kevin Lepage To Host Fourth Annual Charity Golf Tournament In September
Vermont native returns home to raise funds to benefit various state charities

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (August 28, 2006) - NASCAR Nextel Cup Series driver Kevin Lepage, in conjunction with the Kevin Lepage Foundation, will host the fourth annual Kevin Lepage Charity Golf Tournament from September 13-14, 2006 in Hinesburg, Vt. Proceeds from the event will remain in Vermont and benefit various state charities.

Over the years, the Kevin Lepage Foundation has raised over $70,000 in funds benefiting charities that serve the people of Vermont. This year's selected charities include the state's chapter of the American Cancer Society, the Vermont Kidney Association, and the Vermont National Guard Family Readiness Chapter which provides support to deployed military personnel and families.

"It's very important to my wife Donna and I to give back to those who have supported me for so many years," said Lepage. "We enjoy coming home and golfing with members of the local community. We always have a good time and the funds raised go to worthy causes."

The two-day event begins on Wednesday, September 13, with a silent auction and dinner reception. Various autographed items, from a driver helmet to sheet metal, will be auctioned to raise funds. This year's Master of Ceremonies will be Motor Racing Network announcer Dave Moody. Moody currently hosts the network's pre-race program as well "Sirius Speedway" on Sirius Satellite Radio.

The golf tournament takes place on Thursday, September 14, at Cedar Knoll Country Club. Registration begins at 10:00 a.m. with the teams of four teeing off at noon. NASCAR drivers and broadcast celebrities expected to participate will be announced in the coming week.

"With two weeks to go, this year's tournament is shaping up to be the best yet," said Lepage. "We hope that anyone still interested in participating will join us for a fun day benefiting great charities."

Parties interested in registering for the event should contact Tim Brisson at (802) 372-5115 or Tim Combs at (802) 849-6070.

For further information, including Lepage autograph appearance dates and locations, please visit www.kevinlepageinc.com.

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Lepage And BAM Racing Team Turn A Corner At Bristol Motor Speedway
Team proves mettle on track with season-best qualifying effort and finish in Sharpie 500

BRISTOL, Tenn. (Aug. 26, 2006) - Kevin Lepage and the BAM Racing team have turned a corner. Following a series of disappointments, the No. 49 team came to Bristol Motor Speedway with something to prove. After a week of hard work and determination at the race shop, the team started strong on Friday and carried that momentum through the Sharpie 500. Lepage captured a season-best qualifying position of 12th for the BAM Racing organization on Friday and was able to avoid trouble during Saturday night's race to finish in an impressive 21st place.

After a patriotic pre-race ceremony, the field was set to take the green flag for the start of one of the most intense and exciting races of the season. Lepage thanked his team and was set to build upon a solid start to the weekend.

"Let's have a strong run tonight," radioed Lepage. "Thanks for all of your hard work this week. We've had a good start to the weekend, now let's go out and get a good finish."

As racing action began, Lepage found himself "hung out" in the outside lane while being passed by a line of cars. By lap 10, the LoansDepot.com Dodge was running in the 20th position.

Lepage radioed that the car was tight getting into the corners and felt as if it had no grip on the racetrack. When the first caution of the race came out on lap 62, Lepage pitted for four tires, fuel, air pressure and track bar adjustments. He restarted the race in 22nd place.

In a matter of laps, Lepage radioed that the LoansDepot.com Dodge was much better. When a caution came out on lap 89, the team decided not to pit in hopes of gaining track position. Lepage lined up to restart the race in the 19th position.

By lap 110, Lepage radioed that the racecar was extremely tight. When the caution flew on lap 115, the team made several adjustments to improve the No. 49 Dodge. A series of cautions ensued which allowed the team to continue to fine tune the BAM Racing Dodge.

"The car is consistent," radioed Lepage when a caution came out on lap 325. "It's a little tight but I don't think we should change too much on it."

After pitting for four tires, fuel and adjustments, Lepage restarted the race in 23rd place. When the next caution came out on lap 381, Lepage radioed his team with an update.

"Excellent!" said Lepage. "The car is perfect right there. Whatever you did really worked!"

With the car where he wanted it, Lepage ran inside the top-20 for most of the remainder of the race. With only laps to go, he was racing hard with Travis Kvapil for the 20th position. After holding him off for a number of laps, Lepage was passed and finished the race in 21st place tying the season-best finish for the BAM Racing team this year.

"We're definitely back," said Lepage. "What an effort this team put forth this weekend. It was one those nights when everything just felt right and that's a great feeling. We are going to build on this momentum as we head into California and the rest of the season. Our season is beginning now."

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series returns to California Speedway next weekend for the Sony HD 500. The race will air live on NBC at 7:00 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on MRN.

No. 49 DSI Dodge Charger, Sharpie 500 - Bristol Motor Speedway

No. 49 DSI Dodge Charger
Sharpie 500
Bristol Motor Speedway
August 26, 2006

Wins: 0 Laps Completed: 4958 Average Start: 39.2

Top-5 Finishes: 0 Laps Possible: 5500 Average Finish: 24.9

Top-10 Finishes: 1 Percentage: 90.1% Earnings: $545,973

Lepage Set to Pull Double-Duty at Bristol Motor Speedway this Weekend... Kevin Lepage is prepared for a busy weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway. Lepage will not only pilot the No. 49 LoansDepot.com Dodge for BAM Racing but will also drive the No. 56 Chevrolet for Mac Hill Motorsports in the NASCAR Busch Series race on Friday night.

"I'm looking forward to having extra seat time at Bristol," commented Lepage. "Although I have plenty of experience at the track, it will definitely benefit our Nextel Cup efforts as we look to get our program turned around. Not to mention that racing at Bristol is always fun and exciting."

Lepage to Appear at Food City Family Race Night on State Street in Bristol... Lepage will attend the Food City Family Race Night on State Street in Bristol on Thursday, August 24, 2006. He is scheduled to sign autographs from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The BAM Racing showcar will also be on display.

Lepage at Bristol Motor Speedway... Lepage has 11 Nextel Cup Series starts at Bristol Motor Speedway. He has one top-10 start with a track-best starting position of 10th (08/26/00) and an average starting position of 29.2. Lepage has one top-10 and three top-15 finishes at the 0.533-mile oval with a track-best finish of 10th (08/22/98) and an average finish of 24.9.

Last March, Lepage qualified for the first race of the season at Bristol Motor Speedway in the 39th position and finished the Food City 500 in 31st place.

Lepage on Bristol Motor Speedway... "We are taking the same car to Bristol that we raced in June at Dover. We had our best qualifying run of the season at Dover where we qualified in the 18th position. I am confident that the No. 49 Dodge will both qualify and run strong this weekend. Bristol is one of my favorite tracks because of the sheer excitement and intensity of the race."

A Disappointing Day For Lepage And BAM Racing Team In Michigan
Lepage collected in accident that ultimately ended day early despite best efforts of team

BROOKLYN, Mich. (Aug. 20, 2006) - Earlier this season, Kevin Lepage and the BAM Racing team found success at Michigan International Speedway working their way to the lead at one point. Returning to the 2.0-mile tri-oval, the team was confident it would qualify on time for the GFS Marketplace 400 and have a strong run on Sunday. After qualifying in the 39th position, Lepage was unfortunately caught up in an accident on lap 12 that caused substantial damage to the left front fender. Although the crew worked diligently to repair the No. 49 Dodge, the damage would ultimately end the day early for the team. Lepage finished the race in a disappointing 41st place.

As the field approached the green flag, both crew chief Greg Conner and Lepage focused the BAM Racing team on the objectives of the afternoon.

"Let's have a solid team day," radioed Conner. "Everybody look out for each other and let's have a good run today."

"It's been a couple of weeks since we've raced," added Lepage. "Be safe on pit road and remember that everything we learn today will help us build a solid notebook for next year."

When the first of 10 caution flags came out on lap four, Lepage reported that he was happy with the LoansDepot.com Dodge.

"The car is pretty good," radioed Lepage. "It should come to me. Let's not make any changes."

Coming to pit road for right-side tires and fuel, Lepage restarted the race on lap seven in the 29th position.

On lap 12, Lepage found himself in the wrong place at the wrong time when two cars wrecked into each other on the backstretch and squeezed him into the wall. The No. 49 Dodge sustained substantial damage to the left front fender.

The BAM Racing team went to work under caution to repair the damage. Lepage rejoined the field just before the restart. Almost immediately, the team feared Lepage might have a tire rub when smoke was seen coming from the racecar.

"We'll get another caution and keep working on it," Conner radioed his driver. "I know it will be hard to drive for the next few laps but hang in there."

The team used a series of cautions to continue repair work on the No. 49 Dodge. The main concern was preventing more tire rubs caused the weakening front fender.

On lap 93, just as he was being lapped by leader Dale Earnhardt Jr., Lepage cut down the left font tire and was forced onto pit road.

He briefly rejoined the race before the team decided to bring the LoansDepot.com Dodge to the garage area to repair the damaged fender. No one wanted to risk an accident that could injure Lepage or further damage the racecar. Unfortunately, the damage was extensive and could not be repaired. The day ended early for the team and Lepage finished the race in 41st place.

"We had a good car today," commented Lepage. "It's one of those situations where we got caught up in someone else's accident. We were simply in the wrong place at the wrong time. The team worked hard all afternoon to make repairs to the No. 49 Dodge and I am proud of everyone's efforts today."

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series returns to race under the lights at Bristol Motor Speedway next weekend for the Sharpie 500. The race will air live on the TNT network at 7:00 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on PRN.

Bam Racing Team Puts Forth Collaborative Effort At Watkins Glen
Team works with road course expert to improve equipment and on-track performance

WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (Aug. 13, 2006) - Kevin Lepage and the BAM Racing team were taking no chances heading into the second and final road course event of the season. Following a disappointing weekend in Indianapolis, the team focused its attention on qualifying for the AMD at the Glen at Watkins Glen International. During the week, the team tested its racecars at Virginia International Raceway with the assistance and guidance of road-course expert and instructor Chris Cook.

In a truly collaborative effort, the team and drivers worked together to make improvements to the No. 49 Dodge in Friday?s practice session prior to qualifying at the Glen. With 50 teams and seven road course "ringers" on the entry list, everyone was focused on the task before them.

Lepage began the practice session with Cook on hand to assist the team. After several runs, Cook replaced Lepage in the No. 49 Dodge to provide valuable feedback to the team. Adjustments were made to the DSI Dodge and Cook finished the session with a fast lap time of 75.217 seconds in 47th place.

The entire BAM Racing organization, including Lepage, realized that qualifying at the 2.45-mile road-course would be highly competitive with little room for error. With a respected road course driver standing by with the team, the decision was made to have Cook substitute for Lepage and qualify the No. 49 Dodge.

Cook posted a qualifying speed of 118.601 miles per hour with a fast lap time of 74.367 seconds. Running nearly one second faster than he did in practice, Cook qualified the DSI Dodge in the 36th position based solely on speed. However, due to the current owner points system used for Nextel Cup qualifying, the time was not fast enough. Cook missed the field for Sunday?s race by just over one-tenth of a second and one position.

"I am proud of the effort this team put forth today," commented Lepage. "Everyone worked together and decisions were made to give our team the best possible chance to make the field. Chris (Cook) was impressive in his qualifying run. He picked up nearly a second over his practice time but unfortunately we missed the field. We will move forward from here and focus on Michigan."

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series returns to Michigan International Speedway next weekend for the GFS Marketplace 400. The race will air live on the TNT network at 2:00 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on MRN.

No. 49 DSI Dodge Charger, AMD at the Glen - Watkins Glen International

No. 49 DSI Dodge Charger
AMD at the Glen
Watkins Glen International
August 13, 2006

Kevin Lepage Career Watkins Glen International Results

Date	Race	Start	Finish	Comp.	Poss.	Status	Earnings
08/15/99	Frontier at the Glen	40	25	90	90	Running	$33,855
08/11/00	Global Crossing at the Glen	28	32	90	90	Running	$33,235
08/12/01	Global Crossing at the Glen	33	33	88	90	Running	$32,300

Wins:	Laps Completed:	268	Average Start:	33.7
Top-5 Finishes:	Laps Possible:	270	Average Finish:	30.0
Top-10 Finishes:	Percentage:	99.3%	Earnings:	$99,390

Kevin Lepage Hits the Road at Watkins Glen International for the First Time in Five Years... Kevin Lepage returns to road course racing at Watkins Glen International for the first time in five years this weekend in the DSI Dodge Charger for BAM Racing. To prepare for the event, Lepage tested at Virginia International Raceway this week with the advice of veteran road course racer and instructor, Chris Cook.

Lepage has three Nextel Cup Series starts at Watkins Glen International. He has a track-best starting position of 28th (08/15/99) and an average starting position of 33.7 at the 2.45-mile road course. Lepage has a track-best finish of 25th (08/15/99) and an average finish of 30.0.

Lepage Set to Defend Title at Geoff Bodine Bobsled Challenge in January of 2007... Kevin Lepage will return to the Verizon Sports Complex in Lake Placid to defend his title during the Second Annual Geoff Bodine Bobsled Challenge on January 4-6, 2007. Last January, Lepage was one of 10 drivers in the inaugural event and won one of two races. The Geoff Bodine Bobsled Challenge raises money for the Bo-Dyn Bobsled Project, Inc., which creates and builds world-class bobsleds for the U.S. National Bobsled Team at no cost to the athletes.

Lepage on Watkins Glen International... "I haven't raced at Watkins Glen International in five years. The track surface has not changed in that time, so my main focus going into this weekend has been to get the feel for road course racing again. We tested this week at VIR with the assistance of Chris Cook. Chris and I collaborated well on giving the team valuable feedback and we were able to get the DSI Dodge dialed in for this weekend."

DSI Returns as Primary Sponsor for the No. 49 Dodge at the Glen... BAM Racing welcomes the return of DSI, a highly-diversified financial service company based in Germany, as sponsor of the No. 49 Dodge this weekend. DSI is a publicly traded company in Germany on the German Stock Exchange and offers services in real estate investments as well as sport and television rights management. DSI is currently utilizing racing sponsorships in an effort to increase company awareness in Germany where the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series race will be aired. The sponsorship also promotes SSN TV, or Super Sports Network Television, a new German television channel that will premiere in that country in October of 2006.

Lepage And Team Unable To Qualify For Allstate 400 At The Brickyard
Team misses field for prestigious event; Prepares for final road course event of season

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (Aug. 7, 2006) - After a weekend off from Nextel Cup racing, Kevin Lepage and the BAM Racing team were eager to build upon their qualifying success at Pocono Raceway two weeks earlier. At Pocono, the team was able to pick up over a second from its practice speeds to be the fastest of the cars forced to qualify on time. Hoping that momentum would carry over to the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway, both driver and team found themselves in a packed field of competitors attempting to qualify for the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard.

In a scenario that many are forecasting to be commonplace in 2007, there were 50 competitors on the entry list for Sunday's race. With past champion Bill Elliot guaranteed a starting position, there were 14 cars vying for seven positions.

Lepage hit the track for both practice sessions on Friday in full qualifying mode. He finished the final practice session prior to qualifying in the 38th position after posting a fast lap time of 50.856 seconds.

Although qualifying for most Nextel Cup events occurs on Fridays, qualifying for the race at the Brickyard was scheduled on Saturday morning. With temperatures that day expected to be high, Lepage and team were hopeful for an early draw in the qualifying order. However, luck was not on their side as Lepage was the third from the last competitor to take the track.

Lepage posted a qualifying speed of 177.103 miles per hour and a fast lap time of 50.818 seconds. Unfortunately, the effort was not strong enough to secure the team a place in the starting lineup for one of the more prestigious races of the season. Lepage qualified in the 47th position.

"I don't know what to say about our effort today," said Lepage. "We work hard every week to make races and compete. We are constantly learning and improving. We have come so far as a team in just a few months. I'm disappointed in our results today."

With the second road course event of the season on the horizon, the BAM Racing team continues to make every effort to succeed. Lepage and team will test at Virginia International Raceway this week to prepare for the Nextel Cup Series return to Watkins Glen International.

"We are a full-time team committed to running competitively every weekend," commented team co-owner Beth Ann Morgenthau. "We realize that we are in a challenging situation but our goals remain the same. We are working hard on all aspects of our program to qualify for every race and to prepare ourselves to secure position in the owner points standings in the first five races of next season."

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series heads to Watkins Glen International next weekend for the final road course event of the season. The AMD at the Glen will air live on NBC at 2:00 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on MRN.

Lepage And BAM Racing Team Improve Performance At Pocono Raceway
Team battles tight racecar and new tire from Goodyear; Secures 34th place finish

LONG POND, Penn. (July 23, 2006) - Kevin Lepage and the BAM Racing team returned to Pocono Raceway this weekend for the second NASCAR Nextel Cup Series event of the season at the 2.5-mile tri-oval. The team came to Pocono Raceway with an improved race package from the previous race held just six weeks ago. The hard work and efforts of the team paid off when Lepage qualified for Sunday's Pennsylvania 500 in a respectable 34th position. Lepage battled a tight racecar most of the afternoon, but worked with the team to improve the No. 49 Dodge and ultimately finish the race in 34th place.

With rain canceling both practice sessions on Saturday, the team was forced to take the track without practice laps on the new left-side tire from Goodyear and with little time to work on race set-up. Lepage encouraged his team as the field approached the green flag to start the race.

"Our hard work over these past weeks is paying off," Lepage radioed his team. "Be confident in what we have and we will make changes once we get started. Let's do our best and have a good day."

In a matter of laps, Lepage radioed that the LoansDepot.com Dodge was extremely tight. Most competitors echoed Lepage early in the race with tight handling racecars that were hard to turn. By lap 12, Lepage had fallen seven positions and was running in the 41st position. With a competition caution expected around lap 20, the team prepared to make significant changes.

When NASCAR displayed the caution on lap 22, Lepage brought the No. 49 Dodge to pit road for four tires, fuel, left and right side track bar adjustments, and air pressure adjustments. The changes improved the handling of the racecar, as did further adjustments throughout the race.

By lap 45, Lepage had worked his way up from 43rd place to the 30th position and was running strong. The No. 49 team used green flag pit stops around lap 60, and again near lap 125, to make further improvements to the racecar. With 50 laps to go in the race, Lepage was running in the 35th position.

Because the team had no practice time with the new tire, and no notes to draw upon, the afternoon was a learning experience. Toward the end of the race, Lepage felt the No. 49 Dodge was dialed in.

"We came to Pocono with a better package than before," commented Lepage. "We worked all afternoon to adjust to the new tire. It was a long afternoon just to finish in 34th place, but that's what happens at larger tracks when you start near the back of the field. The car was good near the end but we were too far behind to make up much ground that late in the race."

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series will enjoy its last weekend off of the season this weekend. The series returns to racing action at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in two weeks for the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard on August 6, 2006. The race will air live on NBC at 2:00 p.m. EDT and will be broadcast live by IMS.

No. 49 LoansDepot.com Dodge Charger, Pennsylvania 500 - Pocono Raceway

No. 49 LoansDepot.com Dodge Charger
Pennsylvania 500
Pocono Raceway
July 23, 2006

Kevin Lepage Career Pocono Raceway Results

Wins:	Laps Completed:	1893	Average Start:	32.1
Top-5 Finishes:	Laps Possible:	2204	Average Finish:	29.0
Top-10 Finishes:	Percentage:	85.9%	Earnings:	$484,909

Lepage and BAM Racing Team Poised for Strong Return to Pocono Raceway... After weeks of preparation and recent testing in Indianapolis, Kevin Lepage and the BAM Racing team are poised to make a strong return to Pocono Raceway. In June, Lepage qualified for the Pocono 500 in the 41st position. After battling a loose condition, Lepage was running solidly in the middle of the field by the mid-point of the race. He unfortunately ran out of gas prior to green flag pit stops around lap 125. The BAM Racing team remained calm under pressure and quickly pitted the No. 49 Dodge losing only one lap in what could have been a severe blow to the team. Lepage ultimately finished the race in 41st place.

Pocono Manor Resort Joins BAM Racing for Pennsylvania 500... Pocono Manor Resort returns to sponsor Kevin Lepage and the BAM Racing team in the upcoming Pennsylvania 500 on July 23, 2006. Pocono Manor Resort sponsored the No. 49 Dodge in the Pocono 500 earlier this season.

"Our team really enjoyed staying at Pocono Manor Resort during the race weekend. It is an historic place that has character and distinction," said Beth Ann Morgenthau. "We are excited to have Pocono Manor Resort return as a sponsor. It makes the BAM Racing team feel connected to the legacies of this area."

Lepage at Pocono Raceway... Lepage has 11 Nextel Cup Series starts at Pocono Raceway. He has qualified in the top-20 twice with a track-best starting position of 18th (06/19/00) and an average starting position of 32.1. Lepage has two top-20 finishes with a track-best finish of 17th (06/24/99) and an average finish of 29.0 at the 2.5-mile tri-oval.

Lepage on Pocono Raceway... "When we ran at Pocono earlier this season we learned quite a bit and have applied it to our car for this weekend. We also made great strides when we tested at Indianapolis recently. Since both tracks are similar with long straight-aways, we really think we have a good package for this weekend. We have come so far as a team in just a couple of months. I am proud of what we have accomplished."

Kevin Lepage And BAM Racing Make On-Track Statement In Loudon
Vermont native avoids trouble, finishes strong; Demonstrates continued efforts of team

LOUDON, N.H. (July 16, 2006) - Vermont native Kevin Lepage can remember racing at New Hampshire International Speedway before the current facility ever existed. The only active Nextel Cup driver hailing from New England, Lepage drew upon his roots in racing and years of experience at the track to secure a 38th place starting position for the Lenox Industrial Tools 300. On Sunday, the BAM Racing team worked tirelessly in the pits to make improvements to the State Water Heaters Dodge while Lepage successfully avoided trouble on the track to capture a 30th place finish.

As the field approached the green flag in front of over 100,000 fans, the BAM Racing team stood atop the pit wall as Lepage thanked the crew members for all of their hard work.

"Here we go guys," Lepage radioed his team. "We've worked hard this week and we're going to run all day. Be safe on pit road and I'll see you in 300 hundred miles."

In a matter of laps, Lepage radioed that the State Water Heaters Dodge was tight in the center of the turns and on exit. When the first of 11 cautions came out on lap 21, Lepage pitted for four tires and fuel as well as air pressure and track bar adjustments.

On lap 40, Lepage's wife and spotter Donna Lepage radioed her driver with valuable information that could help the No. 49 Dodge pick up time and position on the track.

"It looks as if the No. 17 car is making up some pretty good time running on the outside," radioed Donna Lepage.

Ready to move forward through the field, Lepage began to experience a brake vibration on lap 50 while running in the 39th position. By lap 90, he relayed that the vibration was making the racecar bounce all over the track.

As the day progressed, many of the series' top drivers experienced troubles and found themselves fighting to stay in the race. Drivers Dale Earnhardt Jr., Joe Nemechek, Travis Kvapil and Michael Waltrip fell out of the race. Several points contenders were involved in accidents, including Tony Stewart and Ryan Newman, and tempers ran hot.

"Keep an eye out for the 20 and 12 cars if they get close to each other," crew chief Greg Conner warned Lepage. "They wrecked earlier and they are not happy with each other."

Lepage was able to avoid trouble on the track all afternoon. He experienced a close call on lap 201 when he was forced onto to pit road to avoid a multi-car accident. NASCAR penalized Lepage moments laps later for failing to reduce his speed as he passed through pit road. He was forced to restart the race at the tail end of the longest line in the 31st position.

By lap 220, Lepage radioed that State Water Heaters Dodge was the best that it had been all day. Although he was running two laps down as the race came to an eventful end, Lepage was able to make a late-race charge during a green/white/checkered finish to pass the No. 88 car of Dale Jarrett for position and finish the race in 30th place.

"By the end of the day we really had the car dialed in," said Lepage. "We now have a lot of knowledge to help us when we come back here later in the season. We are going to have to look at our brakes before we return to Loudon. The vibration really hindered our progress on the track. Overall, this day was a success for our team and sponsors."

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series heads to Pocono Raceway next weekend for the Pennsylvania 500. The race will air live on TNT at 1:30 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on MRN.

No. 49 RoadLoans.com Dodge Charger, USG Sheetrock 400 - Chicagoland Speedway

No. 49 RoadLoans.com Dodge Charger
USG Sheetrock 400
Chicagoland Speedway
July 9, 2006

Kevin Lepage Career Chicagoland Speedway Results

Date	Race	Start	Finish	Comp.	Poss.	Status	Earnings
07/15/01	Tropicana 400	19	34	255	267	Running	$45,500
07/11/04	Tropicana 400	27	42	34	267	Fuel Pump	$63,170
07/10/05	USG Sheetrock 400	39	28	267	267	Running	$80,075

Wins:	Laps Completed:	556	Average Start:	28.3
Top-5 Finishes:	Laps Possible:	801	Average Finish:	34.7
Top-10 Finishes:	Percentage:	69.4%	Earnings:	$188,745

Kevin Lepage and BAM Racing Team Confident Heading to Chicagoland Speedway ... Kevin Lepage and the BAM Racing team are ready to get back on track this weekend in the Windy City. After missing the race in Daytona by two positions, the team is confident that the No. 49 Dodge will qualify strong for the USG Sheetrock 400. The team will unload the same car that Lepage drove earlier this year in Dover. He captured a season-best qualifying position of 18th for that race.

Lepage has 3 Nextel Cup Series starts at Chicagoland Speedway. He has one top-20 start at the 1.5-mile tri-oval. He has a track-best starting position of 19th (07/15/01) and an average starting position of 28.3. Lepage has a track-best finish of 28th (07/10/05) and an average finish of 34.7.

Lepage to Participate in Racin' the Bases Celebrity Softball Challenge Charity Event... Kevin Lepage will hit the softball field with legendary Bears quarterback and Super Bowl Champion Jim McMahon in the third annual Racin' the Bases Celebrity Softball Challenge on Thursday at Silver Cross Field in Joliet. The event will benefit Victory Junction Gang Camp. Lepage will sign autographs from 5:00-6:00 p.m. with the game set to begin shortly thereafter. Also participating in the event are Kurt Busch, Kyle Busch, Tony Raines, Scott Wimmer, Carlos Contreras and Aaron Fike along with driver and co-founder of Victory Junction Gang Camp, Kyle Petty.

Lepage on Chicagoland Speedway... "Our intermediate program is pretty solid and I feel confident heading into this weekend. We have faced some challenges recently, but we remain focused on our goal for the season. We intend to regain position in the top-35 for the 2007 season. I only have three starts at Chicagoland Speedway, but I like racing at 1.5-mile tracks and I know we have a strong car."

Lepage And Team Fail To Qualify In Daytona Despite Best Efforts

BAM Racing to continue its focus on improving restrictor-plate program

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 3, 2006) - Kevin Lepage returned to driving duties for BAM Racing this weekend at Daytona International Speedway for the Pepsi 400. Coming off of a disappointing weekend in Sonoma, the team was aware of the challenges it would face in qualifying for the third restrictor-plate race of the season. After finishing both practice sessions on Friday in the 42nd position, there would be no room for error during qualifying later that afternoon. Despite the best efforts of both driver and team, Lepage failed to qualify for Saturday night's race missing the field by two positions.

With a total of 48 entries for the second race of the season at the 2.5-mile tri-oval, thirteen competitors outside of the top-35 in the owner points standings were vying for eight positions.

As NASCAR Nextel Cup qualifying began under sunny Florida skies, crew chief Greg Conner relayed to his driver that most cars were faster on their second lap, but slower overall than in earlier practice sessions.

"It's hard to tell what the outcome will be today," said Conner. "It seems as if everybody is slowing down a bit. If we can back up what we ran in practice, and possibly pick up a couple of tenths, we should be ok."

Lepage was the 27th competitor to take the track for qualifying and posted a fast speed of 182.960 miles per hour with a lap time of 49.191 seconds.

Unfortunately, Lepage's effort was not fast enough to secure a starting position in the Pepsi 400. Although he was 38th fastest in qualifying, five drivers were forced to use owner points for Saturday's race including Kasey Kahne, Casey Mears and Jeff Burton. Ultimately, Lepage qualified in the 45th position, missing the race by two spots.

"This organization has come a long way in its restrictor-plate program since Talladega," commented Lepage. "After missing that race, the team went back to the drawing board and made significant changes to the racecar. We are on the right track and hopefully will be able to get all the right pieces in place before we return to Talladega in October."

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series heads to Chicagoland Speedway next weekend for the USG Sheetrock 400. The race will air live on TNT at 3:00 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on MRN.

No. 49 RoadLoans.com Dodge Charger, Pepsi 400 - Daytona International Speedway

No. 49 RoadLoans.com Dodge Charger
Pepsi 400
Daytona International Speedway
July 1, 2006

Kevin Lepage Career Daytona International Speedway Results

Wins:	0	Laps Completed:	1654	Average Start:	25.6
Top-5 Finishes:	0	Laps Possible:	2006	Average Finish:	29.2
Top-10 Finishes:	1	Percentage:	82.5%	Earnings:	$1,311,974

BAM Racing Career Daytona International Speedway Results

Wins:	0	Laps Completed:	1132	Average Start:	29.3
Top-5 Finishes:	0	Laps Possible:	1555	Average Finish:	32.4
Top-10 Finishes:	1	Percentage:	72.8%	Earnings:	$1,314,462

Kevin Lepage Returns as Driver for BAM Racing; Prepared for Double Duty in Daytona... Kevin Lepage returns to driving duty for the No. 49 Dodge this weekend as the Nextel Cup Series heads to Daytona International Speedway for the Pepsi 400. After missing the race in Sonoma by one position, the BAM Racing team is motivated to get back on track in Daytona. Lepage will be pulling double duty this weekend, competing in the both the Nextel Cup Series and Busch Series events. He is slated to drive the No. 56 MacHill Motorsports entry in Friday night?s Busch Series race.

Lepage has 11 Nextel Cup Series starts at Daytona International Speedway. He has one top-10 and one top-15 start at the 2.5-mile tri-oval. He has a track-best starting position of 8th (11/20/05) and an average starting position of 25.6. Lepage has one top-10 and one top-15 finish at the speedway with a track-best finish of 9th (11/20/05) and an average finish of 29.2.

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Lepage on Daytona International Speedway... ?I?m looking forward to building upon my success in the two previous restrictor-plate races this season. I had a top-10 finish going at Talladega in April before I was involved in a late-race accident. I really enjoy restrictor-plate races because they are like big chess games. You have to put yourself in the right position, figure out who you work well with, and be there at the end. It?s the last 20 laps that count.?

Mother Nature Forces Lepage And Team To Take Chances In Michigan

Rainy weather prompts team to employ pit strategy; Lepage secures 34th place finish

BROOKLYN, Mich. (June 19, 2006) - Kevin Lepage and the BAM Racing team were confident heading into the 3M Performance 400 at Michigan International Speedway. After running in the top-20 in Friday's practice session, Lepage qualified for Sunday's race in the 29th position. Making continual progress as a team, and steadily regaining position in the owner points standings, the group knew that timing would be everything under gray skies in Michigan on Sunday. Successful pit strategy allowed Lepage to run in the top-15 and lead the field at one point before the race ended early due to rain.

After a brief weather delay, the race was set to start before a crowd of 145,000 race fans. Lepage radioed the team with words of appreciation.

"We're improving each week as a team," said Lepage. "We're going to be even better this week. I'll see you in 400 miles. That is, unless Mother Nature has anything to say about it."

Racing action got off to a slow start with three caution periods in the first 25 laps. Although Lepage did not have may green flag laps behind him, he relayed that the No. 49 Dodge was slightly loose. Under caution on lap 13, the team opted to pit for four tires, fuel and air pressure adjustments. Lepage restarted the race in 36th place.

When the fourth caution of the day came out for a multi-car accident on lap 32, Lepage and team chose not to pit even though the racecar remained loose. With impending weather on the horizon, and the likelihood that the race could be rain-shortened, the team chose to stay out for track position. Lepage lined up to restart the race in the 15th position.

Lepage began trying different lines on the track to see where the No. 49 Dodge was the fastest. When a caution for rain came out on lap 55, he was running in the 23rd position. By lap 80, Lepage relayed that the racecar was tight in turns three and four.

"The track is just going to get tighter and tighter," responded crew chief Greg Conner. "We're going to try to stay ahead of it."

When the eighth caution flag of the race came out for debris on lap 110, pit strategy came into play for the BAM Racing team. With ominous skies overhead, reports of impending rain prompted the team to delay coming onto pit road until the signal was given for one lap to go before the restart.

As a result, Lepage was credited with leading a lap which earned the team five bonus points. He came to pit road for four tires, fuel and adjustments just before the restart and lined up in the 34th position.

Then, just ten laps later, the skies opened and rain forced the yellow, then red, flag to wave. The race was shortened due to rain and Lepage finished the 3M Performance 400 in 34th place.

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series heads to Infineon Raceway for the first road course event of the season. The Dodge/Save Mart 350 will air live on the FOX at 3:00 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on PRN this Sunday.

Kevin Lepage on the 3M Performance 400:

"Each weekend holds two races for this team. There is the race on the track and the race for position in the points standings. We are racing to earn our way back into the top-35 in the owner points standings and secure a guaranteed starting position each week. When we found out that rain was reportedly just minutes away from the track, we knew we could possibly lead a lap under caution and pick up five bonus points. We were able to do that and then came to pit road before the restart. When it starting raining a few minutes later we were all thinking the same thing. Had it rained just ten laps earlier, we would have won the race!"

No. 49 RoadLoans.com Dodge Charger, 3M Performance 400 - Michigan International Speedway

No. 49 RoadLoans.com Dodge Charger
3M Performance 400
Michigan International Speedway
June 18, 2006

Kevin Lepage Career Michigan Results

Wins:	Laps Completed:	1983	Average Start:	25.0
Top-5 Finishes:	Laps Possible:	2156	Average Finish:	31.1
Top-10 Finishes:	Percentage:	92.0%	Earnings:	$428,695

Kevin Lepage Reaches NASCAR Racing Milestone; Remains Focused on the Future... Last weekend's race at Pocono Raceway marked Kevin Lepage's 400th NASCAR start amongst the association's three elite series. In a NASCAR racing career that began over 20 years ago, Lepage has captured two wins, five pole awards, 21 top-five and 60 top-10 finishes. In what could be considered a storied career for any veteran, Lepage sees the milestone as an accomplishment to build upon.

"It gives me a sense of pride and satisfaction to know that I have been in NASCAR racing for 20 years and have just completed my 400th race," commented Lepage. "Longevity in this sport is no small accomplishment. Although many drivers would be satisfied with a career record like mine, I am looking forward to many more achievements in this sport. I feel my best racing lies in front of me."

Lepage at Michigan International Speedway... Lepage has 11 Nextel Cup Series starts at Michigan International Speedway. He has qualified in the top-five twice with a track-best starting position of 4th (08/17/03) and an average starting position of 25.0. Lepage has two top-20 finishes with a track-best finish of 17th (08/16/98) and an average finish of 31.1 at the 2.0-mile tri-oval.

Lepage on Michigan International Speedway... "Michigan International Speedway is all about horsepower and endurance. Having a strong racecar is the key to success. The track is big and wide, and it will test the equipment and drivers of even the strongest teams. I'm looking forward to Michigan because it is similar to Lowe's Motor Speedway, which is one my favorite tracks. Although we didn't have the results we hoped for in Charlotte recently, this team has worked hard to come together over the past few weeks."

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Lepage Finds Himself In "Hot Water" With Sponsor State Water Heaters
NASCAR driver receives state-of-the-art, continuous flow State Premier Power-Vent water heater

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (June 13, 2006) - NASCAR Nextel Cup Series driver Kevin Lepage found himself in "hot water" with sponsor State Water Heaters this week as he received a state-of-the-art, continuous flow State Premier Power-Vent water heater at his home in North Carolina. What makes this so special? Well, imagine never running out of hot water at home again.

The State Premier Power-Vent water heater is a 90% thermally efficient unit designed for today's lifestyles. Perfect for high-demand residential applications, consumers no longer have to worry about a limited hot water supply. As Lepage can attest, the luxuries of today require modern technologies.

"My wife Donna and I have a beautiful master bathroom with a stunning view over a lake," commented Lepage. "With an oversized whirlpool tub, we found that our old standard water heater couldn't supply us with enough hot water to fill it completely. Now we will be able to enjoy all of our household amenities, including the garden tub, without the worry of running out of hot water."

On hand for the installation was the engineer who designed the unit as well as a local contractor who installed it.

"As I listened to the engineer describe the advantages of the State Premier Power-Vent to the local contractor, I began to appreciate the many benefits of the unit," continued Lepage. "First, it will fit in the same area as nearly all existing water heaters. So, most homes already have the space necessary for the unit. When you take into consideration that it has a higher thermal efficiency than tankless water heaters, there's no reason why today's households wouldn't choose this new unit with the benefits of a non-stop supply of hot water and lower energy costs."

"We are excited about the ability of this new unit to provide both very large amounts of hot water and the highest thermal efficiency in the industry," said Jeff Storie, Marketing Brand Manager for State Water Heaters. "Kevin and Donna expressed to us that their old unit did not meet their hot water needs and we were happy to help provide a solution. Now after a hard weekend of racing, Kevin can relax in a whirlpool that is completely full of hot water."

Although Lepage and his wife, who serves as his race spotter each weekend, spend a majority of their time on the road, they have a great appreciation for the comforts of home.

"It's nice to know that when we get home from a race we can relax with a hot shower or bath, take care of the laundry, and handle other household chores without worry, " said Lepage. "With today's demanding and fast-paced lifestyles, product reliability is a necessity and we know this new unit from State will stand the test of time."

Lepage And Team Focus On Strategy At Pocono Raceway

LONG POND, Pa. (June 12, 2006) - Kevin Lepage and the BAM Racing team were eager to overcome a disappointing finish at Dover International Speedway with a strong run at Pocono Raceway. Cool weather and impending rain created concern prior to qualifying on Friday, however the team was able to secure a 41st place starting position for Sunday's Pocono 500. Aware that this was the first of two scheduled events at the track this season, the team planned to take advantage of every opportunity to gain knowledge and insight into its race package for the 2.0-mile tri-oval. An eventful afternoon yielded Lepage a 31st place finish.

As racing action was set to begin, Lepage radioed the team with a reminder of the opportunity in front of them.

"Thanks for all of your hard work this week," commented Lepage. "Although we did not have the qualifying effort we hoped for, let's do our best and try to learn something for when we come back here in six weeks."

In the early laps of the race, Lepage radioed that the Pocono Manor Resorts Dodge was loose coming off of the tunnel turn and was losing grip in turns two and three. When a caution came out on lap 22, Lepage noted the car was beginning to come to him. Not wanting to overcorrect the problems, the No. 49 team opted to pit for four tires, fuel and an air pressure adjustment.

The team used the next few caution periods to try various adjustments on the racecar and to experiment with different pit strategies. A two-tire pit stop on lap 64 did not have positive results and was quickly corrected under caution just a few laps later.

By the mid-point of the race, Lepage was running solidly in the middle of the field. He tried running different lines on the track to see where the No. 49 Dodge was the strongest. As green flag stops began on lap 125, the team employed a fuel-mileage strategy in the hopes of gaining track position. Unfortunately, a miscalculation resulted in the BAM Racing Dodge running out of gas and bringing out the yellow flag.

True to form, the BAM Racing team remained calm under pressure and quickly pitted the No. 49 Dodge losing only one lap in what could have been a severe blow to the team.

Lepage was able to avoid the biggest problem of the day faced by such drivers as Terry Labonte and Jeff Gordon. Gordon hit the wall in turn-one after his brakes failed and the race was red-flagged for close to 15 minutes as the track was cleared of debris.

"We need to look at this package before we come back next month, especially the brakes," radioed Lepage. "Brake wear is always an issue here, and this is not the type of track where you want your brakes to give out."

The BAM Racing team continued to take full advantage of the learning opportunity in front of them for the remainder of the race. Although Lepage finished the race three laps down in the 31st position, the team was able to gain valuable insights into its racing program at Pocono Raceway.

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series heads to Michigan International Speedway this weekend for the 3M Performance 400. The race will air live on the FOX at 1:00 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on MRN this Sunday.

Kevin Lepage on the Pocono 500:

"We certainly learned a lot about our race package for Pocono this weekend. We were able to see aspects that clearly worked and others that did not. We tried some adjustments and strategies that fell short of what we expected, but we will be that more prepared when we return to the track at the end of July. We continue to grow as a team and build upon our experiences. We would have liked a better finish, but we gained some valuable knowledge this weekend."

No49 PreRace Pocono Raceway, Pocono 500

No. 49 Hurley's Supermarkets Dodge Charger
Pocono 500
Pocono Raceway
June 11, 2006

Kevin Lepage Career Pocono Results

Wins:	Laps Completed:	1696	Average Start:	31.2
Top-5 Finishes:	Laps Possible:	2004	Average Finish:	28.8
Top-10 Finishes:	Percentage:	84.6%	Earnings:	$423,234

BAM Racing Career Pocono Results

Wins:	Laps Completed:	1004	Average Start:	26.8
Top-5 Finishes:	Laps Possible:	1204	Average Finish:	27.7
Top-10 Finishes:	Percentage:	83.4%	Earnings:	$331,056

Lepage and Team Focused on "Big Picture" Heading into Pocono Raceway... Driver Kevin Lepage and the BAM Racing team are focused on the "big picture" for the remainder of the 2006 season. After a rough start to the season, the group made a strong statement last Friday at Dover International Speedway. Lepage and team were the fastest of the field for the majority of the first practice session. They followed that achievement by capturing a season-best 18th place qualifying position later that afternoon. Although misfortune struck during Sunday's race, the team is not dissuaded from the goal of regaining position in the top-35 of the owner points standings by the end of the season.

Lepage has 10 Nextel Cup Series starts at Pocono Raceway. He has qualified in the top-20 twice with a track-best starting position of 18th (06/19/00) and an average starting position of 31.2. Lepage has two top-20 finishes with a track-best finish of 17th (06/24/99) and an average finish of 28.8 at the 2.5-mile tri-oval.

Kevin Lepage on Pocono Raceway... "We are bringing a car to Pocono that we have not run yet this season. There's always a bit of anticipation when you unload at the track with a new car. Hopefully, it will be everything we expect it to be. The team last ran this car in Indianapolis, and since both tracks have long straight-aways we are optimistic that this is the best car to bring this weekend."

Crew Chief Greg Conner on Pocono Raceway... "Pocono is a three-turn track where each turn is different. The challenge is that when you get the racecar to handle well in one turn, it doesn't necessarily handle well in the other two. Whichever turn we find we can gain the most ground in is the on we focus our efforts on during practice."

About Hurley's Supermarkets... Hurley's Supermarkets located in Northeastern Pennsylvania has been family owned and operated for twenty five years. Hurley's takes great pride in its customer service, and family atmosphere. Hurley's sponsors many charitable organizations through fund raising events, and activities.

Misfortune Ends Successful Weekend For Kevin Lepage At Dover

DOVER, Del. (June 5, 2006) - Kevin Lepage and the State Water Heaters team were focused on achieving success at Dover International Speedway this past weekend. With hard work and determination, Lepage and team were the fastest of the field for the majority of the first practice session on Friday. He followed that achievement by capturing a season-best 18th place qualifying position later that afternoon. Prepared for a strong run on Sunday, Lepage battled a loose racecar and faced unfortunate events during the race that ultimately ended the day early for the team. He finished the Neighborhood Excellence 400 in 39th place.

As racing action began, crew chief Greg Conner focused his driver and team on the precarious nature of Dover International Speedway.

"Things happen in a hurry here," Conner radioed his team. "Stay alert, stay focused, and have a safe day gentlemen."

In a matter of laps, Lepage radioed that the BAM Racing Dodge was loose throughout the corners. When the first caution of the day came out on lap 37, the No. 49 team opted to pit for substantial track bar and air pressure adjustments as well as four tires and fuel.

The team used the next few caution periods to fine tune the handling on the State Water Heaters Dodge. By lap 275, Lepage radioed that the car was the best it had been all day.

"This is a lot better," said Lepage. "The car has more direction. Let's run with it and see what we get."

On lap 299, however, misfortune struck the team when Lepage ran over a brake rotor from a previous accident and punctured the engine oil cooler on the BAM Racing Dodge while breaking the mounting brackets. He brought the racecar to the garage where several crew members quickly changed the engine oil cooler and brackets. Other team members changed the front shock absorbers on the racecar to improve its performance on track.

Receiving the go ahead from NASCAR officials, Lepage returned to the race on lap 315. On lap 317, he posted his best lap speed of the day having picked up three-tenths of a second due to the changes made.

However, despite the quick action and best efforts of the team, the engine on the No. 49 Dodge was damaged by the brake rotor and blew up the very next lap. The race ended early for the BAM Racing team and Lepage finished in the 39th position.

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series heads to Pocono Raceway this weekend for the Pocono 500. The race will air live on the FOX at 1:30 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on MRN this Sunday.

Kevin Lepage on the Neighborhood Excellence 400:

"We were strong all weekend and had a really good car. This team has worked hard and it showed on track this weekend. Unfortunately, we ran over some debris and were forced to change the engine oil cooler on the car. We were able to get back on track but blew the engine just a couple of laps later. It was completely out of our control. We need to keep an eye on the big picture. This weekend was a building block for the team and we will come back stronger in Pocono."

No49 PreRace Dover Neighborhood Excellence 400

No. 49 State Water Heaters Dodge Charger
Neighborhood Excellence 400
Dover International Speedway
June 4, 2006

Kevin Lepage Career Dover Results

Wins:	Laps Completed:	4353	Average Start:	28.9
Top-5 Finishes:	Laps Possible:	5604	Average Finish:	27.9
Top-10 Finishes:	Percentage:	77.7%	Earnings:	$702,679

New England Native Kevin Lepage Heads North to the "Monster Mile"... Vermont native Kevin Lepage and the BAM Racing team are eager to return to racing action this weekend at Dover International Speedway. After missing the field for the Coca-Cola 600 last weekend in Charlotte, the team is determined to put disappointment in the past. Lepage qualified for the race in 42nd place in time trials, but missed the field by one position when two teams used owner points to make the race. In his last start at Dover International Speedway, Lepage qualified 35th and was prepared to move to the front of the field when he was involved in an accident near the mid-point of the race. He finished the race in the 40th position.

Lepage has 14 Nextel Cup Series starts at Dover International Speedway. He has qualified in the top-five twice at the "Monster Mile" with a track-best starting position of fourth (09/20/98) and an average starting position of 28.9. Lepage has three top-20 finishes with track-best finish of 12th (09/20/98) and an average finish of 27.9 at the one-mile concrete oval.

BAM Racing Welcomes Crew Chief Greg Conner to the No. 49 Team... Greg Conner has joined BAM Racing as crew chief for the No. 49 Dodge and driver Kevin Lepage. He began the season at Peak Performance Motorsports, which was subsequently bought by Front Row Motorsports, before moving to BAM Racing. A Hampton, Va. native, Conner has worked with drivers such as Dick Trickle, Ricky Craven and Robert Pressley. This is Conner's second season serving as crew chief for Lepage in the Nextel Cup Series.

Kevin Lepage on Dover International Speedway ... "The two keys to success at Dover are tire management and track position. Tires will wear out so you have to be sure not use them up too quickly. Track position is important because It's very hard to pass at Dover. Pit stops will be crucial as well as securing a good starting position. We are going to be focusing all of our attention on our qualifying effort, not only because we have to qualify on time, but to get any advantage we can by starting near the front of the field."

About State Water Heaters... State Water Heaters has a long and impressive history in the water heating industry. State has provided high-quality water heating solutions since 1946 and our goal remains fixed on manufacturing products that last longer. With developments like self-cleaning features and industry-leading glass lining for the tanks, State continues to offer dependable water heating solutions. State is excited to offer the products and services that customers demand to help stay ahead in the race.

Kevin Lepage And Bam Racing Look To Future With Determination
Driver and team not deterred after missing the field for Sunday's Coca-Cola 600 by one position

CONCORD, N.C. (May 27, 2006) - Kevin Lepage and the State Water Heaters team returned to Lowe's Motor Speedway this weekend after a team-building run in the Nextel Open. Everyone knew the stakes would be high leading into one of the biggest events in the NEXTEL Cup Series. With 53 competitors entered in the Coca-Cola 600, 17 cars were vying for seven positions in Sunday's race. The No. 49 team, among those cars required to qualify on time, knew there would be very little room for error when Lepage hit the track to qualify on Thursday night.

Lepage was the 32nd competitor to qualify and the team was optimistic as air and track temperatures began to cool. Lepage posted a fast time of 29.779 seconds and finished 42nd in time trials. Unfortunately, he missed the field by one position due to the use of owner points by two other teams.

With the high number of entries for the event, along with concerns over the sets of qualifying tires the team received from NASCAR, everyone understood that there were factors at play that were beyond their control.

For instance, when teams receive sets of qualifying tires prior to getting on the track, they must decide which set they will use for their qualifying run and no changes are allowed. A source of frustration for many teams, both Lepage and the No. 49 crew became concerned when other sets of tires they received for qualifying were "tight" and slowed the car up to three-tenths of a second during practice.

"There's nothing we can do about the tires we qualify with," said team manager Eddie Jones. "Quite frankly, it's a NASCAR rule and many teams don't see the logic behind it. Teams must use the tires that they are given. We do not get to choose our own sets and have no say in the decision-making process. The sets of tires we received this week were equal; they all ran the same slow speeds. However, I can't say that they were equal to those of other teams."

BAM Racing has been through a transition period over the past few weeks with driver and crew changes. With the addition of Lepage and crew chief Greg Conner, the team feels it experiencing a new beginning.

"In essence, this is a brand new team," commented team co-owner Beth Ann Morgenthau. "We are disappointed that we didn't make the race, but we understand that this is a process. Now that we have made some necessary changes, we expect to get better each week."

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series heads to Dover International Speedway for the Neighborhood Excellence 400 next weekend. The race will air live on the FX Network at 1:30 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on MRN.

Kevin Lepage on Qualifying for the Coca-Cola 600:

"To be honest, I'm surprised that we didn't make the race this weekend. I've always done well at Lowe's Motor Speedway and it's one of my favorite tracks. I know there were factors out of our control, but the bottom line is that we aren't racing on Sunday. I don't have any excuses for that. However, I do have the determination it takes to succeed as does BAM Racing and its sponsors. We now have to focus our efforts on the future and the upcoming race in Dover."

No49 PreRace Charlotte Coca-Cola 600

No. 49 State Water Heaters Dodge Charger
Coca-Cola 600
Lowe's Motor Speedway
May 20, 2006

Kevin Lepage Career Charlotte Results

Wins:	0	Laps Completed:	4502	Average Start:	21.2
Top-5 Finishes:	0	Laps Possible:	5750	Average Finish:	25.2
Top-10 Finishes:	2	Percentage:	78.3%	Earnings:	$871,822

Kevin Lepage Considers Lowe's Motor Speedway a Favorite Track... NASCAR veteran driver Kevin Lepage is excited to return to Lowe's Motor Speedway, one of his favorite tracks, this weekend for the Coca-Cola 600. The State Water Heaters team had a solid run last weekend at the speedway in the Nextel Open. Lepage qualified in the 21st position but was forced to move to the rear of the field due to post-qualifying repairs made to the No. 49 Dodge. He was able to battle his way to a 17th place finish in just 30 laps. It was the first time for BAM Racing, Lepage and State Water Heaters to team up in what promises to be winning combination.

Lepage has 16 points-race starts at Lowe's Motor Speedway spanning nearly a decade. He has qualified in the top-10 three times with a track-best starting position of fifth (10/07/01, 10/11/03) and an average starting position of 21.2. Lepage has a track-best finish of sixth (10/04/98) at the 1.5-mile quad-oval with an average finish of 25.2 and an impressive record of two top-ten and six top-15 finishes.

Kevin Lepage Appears Around Town... Like many drivers this week, Lepage will be making appearances at events around the Charlotte area. He will be signing autographs at Impact Racing in Mooresville at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24, 2006. Lepage will also sign autographs at the Food Lion Speed Street festival alongside team co-owner Beth Ann Morgenthau in uptown Charlotte at the Victory Lane Karting display from noon until 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 26, 2006. He and wife Donna will then head to Lowe's Motor Speedway that evening for the world premiere of the Disney/Pixar movie Cars.

Kevin Lepage on the Coca-Cola 600 and Lowe's Motor Speedway ... "This is the longest race of the season and will be a test of endurance for the drivers, but not for the tires. The new Goodyear tires are hard and seem to last forever. You slide with them a bit, but at least you're not worried about the tire-wear issues we faced at the track last season. I enjoy racing at Lowe's Motor Speedway no matter what changes are made to the track, racecars or equipment. I'm looking forward to getting the No. 49 team back into the top-20 in the running order and there's no better place to do it then at one of my favorite tracks."

Kevin Lepage Visits "Beary" Special Patients At Hembly Children's Hospital
Delivers teddy bears to hospitalized children in Charlotte compliments of State Water Heaters

Kevin Lepage delivers teddy bears and visits patients at Hembly Children's Hopsital in Charlotte on Tuesday.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (May 17, 2006) - NASCAR Nextel Cup driver Kevin Lepage, who will be behind the wheel of the No. 49 State Water Heaters Dodge for BAM Racing in the May events at Lowe's Motor Speedway, paid a "beary" special visit this week to the Hembly Children's Hospital at Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte.

Lepage, a Vermont native, knows a thing or two about teddy bears. He was pleased to deliver an assortment of the stuffed animals to ailing children at the hospital compliments of sponsor State Water Heaters. Pulling a wagon filled with the toys, Lepage visited with children of all ages with various illnesses while spending time with families and staff.

"We try to visit an area hospital every time we race in Charlotte," said Lepage. "It's a small way to give back to the community, but it means so much to me. It's not only the right thing to do, but it brings joy to children and families who are facing unfortunate circumstances."

Meeting a NASCAR Nextel Cup driver was not only a treat for the children, but for the parents and nurses as well.

"Some of the parents were NASCAR fans," commented Lepage. "It did as much to lift their spirits as it did for the children. Sometimes we tend to forget that parents are going through a lot in these situations as well."

The assortment of stuffed animals included a special bear Lepage decided to give to the dedicated nurses at Hembly Children's Hospital. A small, fluffy white bear with a red heart-shaped nose seemed the perfect friend for the nurses who care for the children and their families.

As the upcoming race events at Lowe's Motor Speedway quickly approach, Lepage may have a new following of fans. From patients and families to doctors and staff, everyone felt pride and excitement for the sport that is mainly based in Charlotte. Many promised to watch for the No. 49 State Water Heaters Dodge fielded by BAM Racing over the next two weekends.

"A day like today really gives you a new perspective," commented Lepage. "I am fortunate to have the career and opportunities before me and I don't take them for granted. More importantly, I have a healthy family and that is something for which I am truly grateful."

Bam Racing Welcomes Kevin Lepage And State Water Heaters In Charlotte
Lepage to drive No. 49 State Water Heaters Dodge in May events at Lowe's Motor Speedway

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (May 17, 2006) - BAM Racing is pleased to welcome NASCAR veteran driver Kevin Lepage and primary sponsor State Water Heaters to the No. 49 team for the upcoming race weekends at Lowe's Motor Speedway in Charlotte.

Lepage will pilot the No. 49 State Water Heaters Dodge Charger in the upcoming Nextel Open/Nextel All-Star Challenge event as well as in the Coca-Cola 600 over the Memorial Day weekend. Lepage has one prior start with BAM Racing this season which came at Darlington Raceway.

"I'm excited to have this opportunity with BAM Racing and to continue a wonderful relationship with State Water Heaters,' commented Lepage. "In Talladega, I was running in the top-15 with State Water Heaters when misfortune struck. Charlotte is one of my better tracks, and I hope to bring home a strong finish for both the team and sponsor.'

Lepage has 16 starts at Lowe's Motor Speedway spanning nearly a decade. He has an average starting position of 21.2 and average finish of 25.2 at the 1.5-mile quad-oval with two top-ten and six top-15 finishes.

"We are pleased to have Kevin Lepage behind the wheel of the BAM Racing Dodge in Charlotte,' said team co-owner Beth Ann Morgenthau. "He is an experienced driver with a history of excellence at Lowe's Motor Speedway. We feel he is a perfect fit for our team in these events. We are also proud to welcome State Water Heaters to our family of sponsors. We hope this will be the start of a lasting relationship for all parties involved.'

"We feel that Kevin Lepage is an excellent spokesman for our company and we're excited to partner with him for both the Nextel Open/Nextel All-Star Challenge as well as the Coca-Cola 600," said Jeff Storie, Marketing Manager for State Water Heaters. "We are proud to continue our relationship with Kevin and look forward to a new relationship with the entire BAM Racing team.'

BAM Racing expects to have an announcement regarding its plans for the remainder of the 2006 season in the near future, possibly as early as the upcoming race weekend at Dover International Speedway.

About BAM Racing

About State Water Heaters

State Water Heaters has a long and impressive history in the water heating industry. State has provided high-quality water heating solutions since 1946 and our goal remains fixed on manufacturing products that last longer. With developments like self-cleaning features and industry-leading glass lining for the tanks, State continues to offer dependable water heating solutions. State is excited to offer the products and services that customers demand to help stay ahead in the race.

No49 PreRace Charlotte AllStar

No. 49 State Water Heaters Dodge Charger
Nextel Open/Nextel All-Star Challenge
Lowe's Motor Speedway
May 20, 2006

Kevin Lepage Career Charlotte Results

Wins:	0	Laps Completed:	4502	Average Start:	21.2
Top-5 Finishes:	0	Laps Possible:	5750	Average Finish:	25.2
Top-10 Finishes:	2	Percentage:	78.3%	Earnings:	$871,822

BAM Racing Welcomes Kevin Lepage and Sponsor State Water Heaters for Upcoming Charlotte Events... BAM Racing is pleased to welcome NASCAR veteran driver Kevin Lepage and primary sponsor State Water Heaters to the No. 49 team for the upcoming race weekends at Lowe's Motor Speedway in Charlotte. Lepage has 16 starts at the speedway spanning nearly a decade. He has an average starting position of 21.2 and average finish of 25.2 at the 1.5-mile quad-oval with two top-ten and six top-15 finishes.

"We are pleased to have Kevin Lepage behind the wheel of the BAM Racing Dodge in Charlotte," said team co-owner Beth Ann Morgenthau. "He is an experienced driver with a history of excellence at Lowe's Motor Speedway. We are also proud to welcome State Water Heaters to our family of sponsors. We hope this will be the start of a lasting relationship for all parties involved."

Kevin Lepage Visits "Beary" Special Patients at Hembly Children's Hospital... Lepage paid a "beary" special visit this week to the Hembly Children's Hospital at Presbyterian Hospital in Charlotte. A Vermont native, Lepage knows a thing or two about teddy bears. He was pleased to deliver an assortment of the stuffed animals to ailing children at the hospital. Pulling a wagon filled with the toys, Lepage visited with children of all ages with various illnesses while spending time with families and staff.

Kevin Lepage on the Nextel Open/All-Star Challenge at Lowe's Motor Speedway... "This is a fun weekend for the entire team. We are close to home and are spending time with our families. We are in the Nextel Open and would love to qualify for, or be voted into, the Nextel All-Star Challenge. Even though the odds are against us, we are gong to give it our best shot. We also plan to take the opportunity this weekend to prepare for the upcoming Coca-Cola 600. I recently tested at Lowe's Motor Speedway with BAM Racing and the car was pretty good. Now is the time to make it just a little bit better."

Bad Luck & Track Position Took It's Toll On The Mac Hill Motorsports Team
At Darlington; Lepage Felt The Car Was Strong Enough For A Better Finish

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - MAY 16, 2006 - Mooresville, NC. Mac Hill Motorsports went to Darlington Speedway this past Friday for the Diamond Hill Plywood 200 with Duragloss on board again as sponsor.

The team started off the event with driver Kevin Lepage posting a 29th starting position. Once the race was underway, Lepage managed to pick up a position every few laps making his way to 22nd by the time the second caution came out on lap 21. The team came in for tires and a track bar adjustment to make the car even better.

Unfortunately, a mishap in the pits with two lug nuts falling off caused the team to lose nine positions on the stop putting them 38th on the restart. After going down a lap at lap 59, the team decided to short pit for another chassis adjustment, new tires and fuel. Unfortunately another caution came out four laps later and trapped them a second lap down, from which they simply could not recover. The team finished the night in 36th place.

"We were even faster after the second stop," commented driver Kevin Lepage. "Track position just killed us though; we were as fast as many of the lead cars we just couldn?t get the track position back to do anything with it." Lepage concluded.

Bill Bailey, President of Brothers Research Corporation added, "At Duragloss, we continue to support the Mac Hill Motorsports team and driver Kevin Lepage, we are excited about the progress the team is making and believe with a little luck, our team can post some solid finishes this season."

The next stop on the schedule for the Mac Hill Motorsports team will be in Nashville for the Federated Auto Parts 300 on June 10, 2006.

For more information on the Mac Hill Motorsports (NASCAR Busch Series #56) Driven by Kevin Lepage visit www.machillmotorsports.com. Sponsorship inquiries should be directed to Steve Barnes at Mac Hill Motorsports

Track "Too Tough To Tame" Tames Top Nextel Cup Drivers
Kevin Lepage surmounts overheating and handling issues at Darlington Raceway

DARLINGTON, S.C. (May 15, 2006) - Darlington Raceway in South Carolina is known as the track "Too Tough to Tame." Notorious for action-packed racing, the raceway presents a multitude of challenges to all competitors in the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series. From rookie to champion, no one is exempt from the common tire-wear and handling issues faced at the track. Saturday's Dodge Charger 500 proved to be no exception for Kevin Lepage and the BAM Racing team, who experienced many of the same problems as top-contending teams.

In his first start with BAM Racing, Lepage qualified for the field in the 41st position. As racing action was set to begin, he radioed his team with respect for the "Lady in Black."

"We'll run hard all night," said Lepage. "We'll take what this place will give us."

Just a few laps into the race, Lepage noted that the No. 49 Dodge had handling problems. The racecar was tight in the center of the turns and was losing overall grip. Both issues were common complaints echoed up and down pit road. Current Nextel Cup Champion Tony Stewart likewise complained about a lack of grip on long runs due to tire wear.

The team used caution periods early in the race to adjust the handling of the No. 49 Dodge. On lap 81, Lepage radioed that the engine temperatures were rising rapidly. The team was forced to pit under green flag conditions to cool down the engine. The culprit was a piece of debris caught in the grill of the racecar. Lepage re-entered the race five laps down.

Other competitors who faced engine problems Saturday night were Carl Edwards in the No. 99 Office Depot machine and Jamie McMurray in the No. 26 Crown Royal Ford. Both teams ultimately fell out of the race.

Despite the best efforts of the BAM Racing team, the handling problems persisted on the No. 49 Dodge for the rest of the night. Lepage was unable to make up lost laps and finished the race in 36th place. However, his first start with a new team proved to a successful step toward a competitive future.

The NASCAR Nextel Cup Series will spend the next two weekends in Charlotte for racing action at Lowe's Motor Speedway. The NEXTEL Open/NASCAR NEXTEL All-Star Challenge will air live on the FX Network at 7:30 p.m. EDT and broadcast live on PRN this Saturday.

Kevin Lepage on the Dodge Charger 500:

"Darlington Raceway is a driver's track. There is never a dull moment. You have to stay focused and think fast. We faced some challenges tonight, especially with the handling of the car and unforeseen engine problems. But, unlike several others, we managed to overcome those obstacles and finish the race. Many tracks are known for accidents and tempers, but not Darlington. There were no big accidents. You have to race the track in order to succeed here and we did just that."

Kevin Lepage NNCS Darlington Preview

No. 49 Freightliner Dodge Charger
Dodge Charger 500
Darlington Raceway
May 13, 2006

BAM Racing Career Darlington Results

Wins:	Laps Completed:	1550	Average Start:	28.
Top-5 Finishes	Laps Possible:	1983	Average Finish:	27.8
Top-10 Finishes:	Percentage:	78.2%	Earnings:	$321,080

Kevin Lepage Career Darlington Results

Wins:	0	Laps Completed:	3049	Average Start:	21.3
Top-5 Finishes	1	Laps Possible:	3112	Average Finish:	22.0
Top-10 Finishes:	3	Percentage:	98.0%	Earnings:	$497,439

BAM Racing Recruits Veteran Kevin Lepage to Drive No. 49 Dodge Charger at Darlington Raceway... BAM Racing continues to enlist the experience and knowledge of veteran drivers by recruiting Kevin Lepage to drive the No. 49 Freightliner Dodge at Darlington Raceway. Lepage, who will attempt his eleventh NASCAR Nextel Cup start at the track "Too Tough to Tame," has a total of eight Nextel Cup starts this season. Lepage has a season best start of 23rd at both Atlanta Motor Speedway (3/19/2006) and Talladega Superspeedway (5/1/2006), and a season best finish of 25th that came in the Daytona 500 (2/19/2006).

Kevin Lepage at Darlington Raceway... Lepage has made 10 Nextel Cup starts at Darlington Raceway. His best start at the track came in March of 2000, when he nearly captured the pole and lined up to start the race in the front row in the second starting position. Lepage has one top-five and three top-10 finishes at the 1.366-mile egg-shaped oval, with a career best finish of fifth (8/22/1999). His last start at Darlington came in 2005, where he started in the 38th position and managed to secure a 32nd place finish after posting the fastest speed for a total of 15 laps and becoming one of 13 drivers to lead the race.

Kevin Lepage on Darlington Raceway... "Darlington is challenging track, but for a driver, it is a lot of fun. The track itself is narrow and the odd shape demands your full attention. Patience is key at Darlington along with avoiding trouble. Tire wear is also a big concern. You have to focus on running hard enough to stay with the leaders without using up your tires too quickly. It's a tough track, but it's a driver's track. That's why I like it. It should be an exciting race."

About Freightliner Trucks... Freightliner Trucks is a member of the Freightliner Group, the largest manufacturer of heavy-duty vehicles in North America and a leading manufacturer of medium-duty vehicles. The Freightliner Group designs, builds and markets a wide range of Class 3-8 vehicles including long-haul highway tractors, heavy-duty construction and vocational trucks, mid-range trucks for distribution and service, school and transit buses, fire and emergency service apparatus and chassis for step vans, school and shuttle buses and motor homes. Freightliner Trucks is headquartered in Portland, Oregon, with truck manufacturing facilities located in Portland and throughout the United States.

-Duragloss To Again Sponsor Mac Hill Motorsports & Driver Kevin Lepage At Darlington

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - MAY 7, 2006 - Mooresville, NC. Mac Hill Motorsports announced today that Brothers Research Corporation, makers of Duragloss, will once again be the Primary Sponsor for the Mac Hill Motorsports #56 BGN car driven by NASCAR veteran Kevin Lepage at Darlington Raceway for the Diamond Hill Plywood 200 on May 12th, 2006.

"We are very excited to have Duragloss back with us as primary sponsor," commented Steve Bannes, VP of Marketing for Mac Hill Motorsports. "Duragloss, was on board for the Nashville event a few weeks ago and although we did not finish as strong as we expected, the exposure brought to Duragloss was well received. We are looking forward to improving our performance and the exposure of the Duragloss product line at Darlington," Barnes concluded.

"Many companies in the automotive industry have experienced success with NASCAR sponsorship and promotions," added Bill Bailey, President of Brothers Research Corporation. "At, Duragloss, we continue to be excited about the promotional opportunities and have a great deal of respect for the loyalty shown by NASCAR fans to the sponsors of NASCAR."

Today, the Duragloss Appearance Line contains 54 products for the Automotive, Marine/RV and Heavy Duty markets. Duragloss Products are distributed through the automotive aftermarket, and are targeted towards those people who take pride in their automobile. You can visit the Duragloss website at www.duragloss.com.

Kevin Lepage has over 200 career starts in the NASCAR Busch Series. He has two wins in his NASCAR Busch Series Career and has earned 19 top-fives, 51 top-10?s finishes and four poles. His best season finish in the NASCAR Busch Series Championship is sixth which came in 1996.

-Strong Car Was Not Enough To Ensure A Good Finish At Nashville For Mac Hill Motorsports & Driver Kevin Lepage

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - APRIL 16, 2006 - Mooresville, NC. Mac Hill Motorsports went to Nashville Speedway with high hopes and a strong race car for the Pepsi 300, but as luck would have it, this was not enough to secure the finish they expected.

With new sponsor Duragloss on board for the event, the team qualified 31st which they felt was not representative of the car, which they spent much of their effort preparing the race setup rather than the qualifying setup. Still, it was good enough to make the field and they saved their efforts for race day.

When the green flag dropped for the Start of the Pepsi 300, Driver Kevin Lepage wasted no time showing the fans that the team had a car capable of moving through the field. Within the first 15 laps, Lepage moved from his starting position of 31st, to a middle of the pack position of 24th.

The first pit stop, a sub 14 second stop, gave the team the opportunity for fresh tires and to pull some tape from the front grill as the car was running well, but hot. The fast stop gained the team a few more positions and they were underway once again.

This is where the team?s luck changed for the worse. Another driver attempted to pass and came down and hit the car causing the Mac Hill Motorsports entry to spin. When the spins was over, the back of the car was in the wall with damages too severe to return to the field. Kevin?s day was cut short on what he, and the entire team, believed would be another solid finish.

The next stop on the schedule for the Mac Hill Motorsports team will be in Phoenix for the Bashas' Supermarkets 200 on April 21, 2006 where Chris Cook will be driving the #56 Chevrolet.

-NASCAR Races Into Dallas-Fort Worth As The #61 Roadloans.com Ford Makes A Pit Stop At Grapevine Mills Mall

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - APRIL 10, 2006 - Mooresville, NC. Mac Hill Motorsports announced today that Brothers Research Corporation, makers of Duragloss, will be the primary sponsor for the Mac Hill Motorsports #56 BGN car driven by NASCAR veteran Kevin Lepage at Nashville Speedway for the Pepsi 300 on April 15th, 2006.

"We are very excited to have Duragloss on board as the primary sponsor for this event," commented Steve Barnes, VP of Marketing for Mac Hill Motorsports. "Duragloss, who has been an associate sponsor with our team in the past, decided to step up their program as a result of the tremendous fan loyalty found in NASCAR and have been looking for a real opportunity to increase their brand awareness," Barnes concluded.

Today, the Duragloss Appearance Line contains 54 products for the Automotive, Marine/RV and Heavy Duty markets. Duragloss products are distributed through the automotive aftermarket, and are targeted towards those people who take pride in their automobile. You can visit the Duragloss website at www.duragloss.com.

Kevin Lepage has over 200 career starts in the NASCAR Busch Series. He has two wins in his NASCAR Busch Series career and has earned 19 top-fives, 51 top-10's finishes and four poles. His best season finish in the NASCAR Busch Series championship is sixth which came in 1996.

The team heads to Nashville optimistically after posting a top 20 finish at Bristol two weeks ago where Kevin Lepage finished on the lead lap and brought the car back in good condition, which is rare for Bristol.

-NASCAR Races Into Dallas-Fort Worth As The #61 Roadloans.com Ford Makes A Pit Stop At Grapevine Mills Mall

NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Tex., April 5, 2006 - NASCAR is coming to town and local Internet direct-to-consumer auto lender, RoadLoans® delivers the excitement of NASCAR to your finger tips. The #61 RoadLoans.com Ford is scheduled to make a pit stop at the Grapevine Mills Mall on Friday April 7 and Saturday April 8.

The RoadLoans.com #61 Ford show car will park at the AMC Theatre entrance for public viewing from 10 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. At the mall, race fans can enter the RoadLoans Ultimate Race Experience Sweepstakes, which will make one lucky grand prize winner a member of the RoadLoans.com racing team and an honorary crew member at the Michigan 400 race on June 18.

NASCAR veteran, and the driver of the #61 RoadLoans.com Ford Kevin Lepage will be on hand to share his NASCAR experience, meet fans and sign autographs on Saturday, April 8 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

In addition, RoadLoans is teaming with America?s #1 satellite radio provider, XM Satellite Radio to demonstrate the freedom of choice of satellite radio showing listeners how they can tune into what they want, when they want while enjoying the deepest playlist in the industry, access to more than 2 million titles and more than 30 channels of news, sports, talk and entertainment.

RoadLoans Racing

From a passion for empowering customers, the RoadLoans Racing team was born. In February 2006, RoadLoans expanded its passion for cars and raced into NASCAR by teaming with Peak Performance Motorsports and sponsoring the #61 RoadLoans.com Ford driven by Busch Series winner and Nextel Cup driver Kevin Lepage.

About RoadLoans

RoadLoans, based in North Richland Hills, Texas, is a leading direct-to-consumer auto finance company specializing in new and used vehicle loans, consumer-to-consumer purchases and opportunities to refinance existing loans for customers with less than perfect credit. Through its online application process, RoadLoans streamlines the financing of a new or used vehicle. The company?s focus on customer service has earned it the Lending Tree Customer Service Excellence Award every year since the award was first presented in 2002. Launched in June 2000, RoadLoans has focused on empowering and educating people through the auto loan process and has helped tens of thousand of consumers purchase or refinance a car. For more information, visit www.roadloans.com or call (888) 276-7202.

-Strong Finish For The Mac Hill Motorsports Team At Bristol; All Goals Achieved Says Lepage

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - MARCH 26, 2006 - Mooresville, NC. Mac Hill Motorsports and the #56 BGN Chevrolet Driven by Kevin Lepage posted a 19th place, lead lap finish at Bristol Motor Speedway during the Sharpie Mini 300 on Saturday.

The team was given the first challenge of the weekend when qualifying was cancelled due to weather. This forced the team into a 43rd starting position which is tough at a track like Bristol. In addition to a back of the pack start, the team started out with a race car that was very tight, another huge disadvantage at Bristol.

A couple of cautions gave the team an opportunity to make adjustments to the car. "Toward the end, the car was pretty good, especially on longer runs," commented Kevin Lepage. "If we had the car we had at the end, in the beginning, I think we could have managed a top ten" Lepage added.

"We went into this event with several goals, the first being a lead lap finish," Lepage continued. "The other major goal we had was a clean race and a car that had all the fenders attached at the end of the race, mission accomplished. I would like to thank the entire Mac Hill Motorsports team for giving me such a good car and a real chance at a strong finish at Bristol, it?s not easy to do!" Lepage concluded.

"Having sponsors like SunCom Wireless and Ram Development on board for this race helped us to have a good showing and gain valuable experience." commented Steve Barnes, VP of Marketing for Mac Hill Motorsports. "On behalf of Kevin Lepage and the entire Mac Hill Motorsports team, we would like to thank all of our sponsors for their continued support."

Additional information about SunCom Wireless can be viewed at their website at www.suncom.com and information on Ram Development and Lester pre-engineered buildings can be viewed on their company website at www.lesterbuildings.com.

EDITOR'S NOTE: SunCom is the wireless company where customers come first. We are committed to providing our customers with the highest quality network, simple and straightforward service plans that deliver real value, and the best products available on the market. We understand how important wireless service is in our customers' lives, so we are continually developing dependable products and services to help them manage their busy lives and stay in touch with the people they care about. Also, SunCom Customer Care Representatives strive to answer customers' questions, solve their problems quickly and politely, and patiently teach them about our products and services.

-Said and Lepage capture gold in Chevrolet Geoff Bodine Bobsled Challenge in Lake Placid

LAKE PLACID, N.Y. (January 8th, 2006) – The near zero temperatures made for a slick track for the Chevrolet Geoff Bodine Bobsled Challenge Saturday at the Verizon Sports Complex. It was an eventful and exciting day at the track as 10 NASCAR drivers competed against each other in two bobsled races which they had prepred for since Thursday afternoon.

NASCAR racer Boris Said captured the gold medal in the first race of the day with a combined time of one minute, 44.38 seconds. Said, the son of former Olympic bobsled driver Bob Said, was ironically pushed by his father's former brakeman Phil "Bear" Duprey at the start of all of his runs throughout the day.

After sliding the two best qualifying runs on Friday, Todd Bodine came in second place during the first race followed by Stanton Barrett in third. Kevin Lepage and Tim Fedewa rounded out the top five in fourth and fifth places, respectively.

NASCAR short-track legend Dick Trickle certainly made his mark on the bobsled track as well. The animated 64-year old had the fastest training time earlier in the day, however he flipped his sled on both runs of the first race. The Trickle Turn, as commentators re-named curve 18 of the track, saw Trickle flip twice as he tried to gain speed and better his time.

Trickle, as well as the rest of the NASCAR drivers, remained in high spirits for the second and final race of the Chevrolet Geoff Bodine Bobsled Challenge. The drivers could not thank Geoff Bodine enough for putting this program together and wished the United States bobsled teams well as they prepared themselves to race again.

Trickle was able to keep his sled on all four runners for both heats of the second race and said, "It's a lot better to stay on your skis than on your side."

Lepage placed first in the second race of the day with a combined time of 1:44.14. A hush fell over the crowd as Lepage prepared for his second run, the last sled of the day. Lepage joked, "This ain't the golf course. You guys can talk." After winning the race, he said, "I'm looking forward to next year."

Former Hollywood stuntman Stanton Barrett captured second place after his second run at 51.96 seconds broke Todd Bodine's previous track record of 52.01 for best run of the day. During his record-breaking run, Barrett found himself on two runners at times and nearly flipped the sled. Barrett commented, "That was insane. I was thinking 'Oh, here I come, Trickle.'"

Third place went to Tim Fedewa, while Todd Bodine and Geoff Bodine took fourth and fifth, respectively.

Thanking the fans, the U.S. bobsled athletes and coaches, the sled mechanics, and the town of Lake Placid, Geoff Bodine was all smiles at the end of the event. Bodine said, "I knew the drivers were going to love this. They had some doubts, but by the smiles on their faces you could tell how much they liked it."

For more information on the Bo-Dyn Bobsled Project, which raises money for construction of American bobsleds, please log on to www.bodinebobsled.com.

Results for Bo-Dyn Challenge Race #1

Boris Said, 52.20 and 52.18 seconds, 1 minute 44.38 seconds
Todd Bodine, 52.45 - 52.69, 1:45.14
Stanton Barrett, 52.67 - 53.29, 1:45.96
Kevin Lepage, 52.84 - 53.21, 1:46.05
Tim Fedewa, 53.36 - 53.06, 1:46.42
Brad Noffsinger, 52.94 - 53.61, 1:46.55
Steve Park, 53.12 - 53.71, 1:46.83
Geoff Bodine, 52.67 - 54.17, 1:46.84
Joel Kauffman, 52.87 - 54.06, 1:46.93
Dick Trickle, 1:08.89 - 1:12.24, 2:21.13

Results from Bo-Dyn Challenge Race #2

Kevin Lepage, 52.16 and 51.98 seconds, 1 minute 44.14 seconds
Stanton Barrett, 52.42 - 51.96, 1:44.38
Tim Fedewa, 52.18 - 52.70, 1:44.88
Todd Bodine, 53.02 - 52.01, 1:45.03
Geoff Bodine, 53.40 - 52.26, 1:45.66
Brad Noffsinger, 52.88 - 52.82, 1:45.70
Steve Park, 53.14 - 52.85, 1:45.99
Boris Said, 53.52 - 53.12, 1:46.64
Dick Trickle, 53.90 - 53.13, 1:47.03
Joel Kauffman, 53.71 - 54.09, 1:47.80

-Cabela’s joins Peak Performance as primary sponsor for season finale
Lepage and PPM Set for Ford 400 at Homestead

STATESVILLE, N.C. (November 15th, 2005) – Peak Performance Motorsports today announced that its No. 66 entry will be sponsored by Cabela’s® in the season-ending race at Homestead this weekend. Kevin Lepage will be backed by the nation’s largest direct marketer and leading specialty retailer of hunting, fishing, camping and related outdoor merchandise for the Ford 400.

“We are wrapping up the season on a high note with this announcement from Cabela’s,” said team owner Jeff Stec. “It’s been an exciting year and we are pleased to welcome such a fine company on board for our final race of the season. We are hopeful of having a strong weekend and that we can carry our year-end momentum into 2006.”

Cabela’s is familiar with the NASCAR audience and its marketing importance.

“Like Cabela’s customers, racing fans are extremely loyal,“ said John Porter, Cabela’s Retail Advertising Manager. “And we know many racing fans are also love the outdoor sports. It makes sense to continue Cabela’s NASCAR involvement by teaming with Peak Performance Motorsports and Kevin Lepage for the season finale at Homestead. We look forward to the race. “

Cabela’s® is the nation’s largest direct marketer and a leading specialty retailer of hunting, fishing, camping and related outdoor merchandise. Since its founding in 1961, Cabela’s has become one of the most well-known outdoor recreation brands in the United States and has long been recognized as the World’s Foremost Outfitter®. Cabela’s operates as an integrated multi-channel retailer, offering customers a seamless shopping experience through its catalogs, website and destination retail stores. Cabela’s also issues the Cabela’s Club® VISA credit card through which it offers a related customer loyalty rewards program as a vehicle for strengthening its customer relationships.

-Dickies joins Peak Performance as primary sponsor in Texas

STATESVILLE, N.C. (November 1st, 2005) – Williamson-Dickie Mfg. Co. and Peak Performance Motorsports today announced a one-race primary sponsorship package for the Dickies 500 at the Texas Motor Speedway. The Fort Worth-based maker of the DICKIES brand of workwear is in its first season as the title sponsor for the fall Nextel Cup event, and has signed with the No. 66 Ford and driver Kevin Lepage to be the primary sponsor of the car for the weekend at “The Great American Speedway.”

“As our on-track performance continues to progress, the interest Peak Performance is receiving from major companies is also growing,” noted team owner Jeff Stec. “We are delighted to work with Dickies, and are excited about having a major American brand as our primary sponsor for one of the most anticipated racing events of the season.”

Dickies believes the NASCAR audience is a perfect match for the brand and that its dual race and team sponsorship and extends the bond further with the core customer.

“We are happy to have the opportunity to partner with Peak Fitness on the No. 66 Ford for the Dickies 500,” said Jon Ragsdale, Vice President of Marketing and New Business Development for WD. “It’s a great way to add a level of excitement by having our very own car to root for at the race.”

Since it was founded in Fort Worth, TX in 1922, the family owned, privately held Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing Company’s DICKIES brand has become the most recognized and trusted global name in sturdy work wear including pants, shirts, shorts, overalls, coveralls, jeans, painters wear, and outerwear. In recent years, the company has extended Dickies appeal through school uniforms, outdoor apparel and vigorous licensing programs, which brought head-to-toe apparel options for the worker under the Dickies brand umbrella. With headquarters in Fort Worth, TX, the company also maintains offices in Canada, Europe and the Philippines.

-Lepage a helpless victim in early accident

HAMPTON, Ga. (October 31th, 2005) – Hopes were high for the No. 66 Peak Fitness/Vassarette Ford team heading into Sunday’s Bass Pro Shops 500 at the Atlanta Motor Speedway. Friday evening’s qualifying performance proved that driver Kevin Lepage, crew chief Greg Connor and the rest of the group had reason to believe the weekend could prove to be lucrative for the team.

Lepage put up a time of 28.953, good for the 13th spot on the starting grid. Lepage praised his team following the run.

“It’s just this great team. First of all, I want to thank Vassarette for coming aboard this weekend and Jani-King to help us out and the guys—Greg and all the guys back at the shop, they just keep working and keep preparing cars for me week in and week out,” he said. “The Yates-Roush horsepower is not hurting us either, but it’s just a treat to drive for this race team. This is what this team is all about. They’ve had some ups and downs all year long and some struggles, but since I came aboard a few weeks ago it’s been a lot of fun.”

On lap seven, Mike Skinner lost control of the No. 37 machine when it blew a tire, and nudged the left-rear quarter panel of the No. 66, sending Lepage into a spin, and into the wall in Turn 2. As the car rolled down the banking, the No. 2 of Rusty Wallace clipped Lepage again, further wounding his Ford.

The Peak Fitness crew worked to make repairs, and sent Lepage back to the track with minor damage. Unfortunately, his bad luck didn’t end there. The engine expired after 113 laps, forcing the team to the garage.

“It’s just a shame,” Lepage commented. “We’ve come so far these past few weeks and we are due for a good, solid finish. They gave me a great hot rod. First, we fall victim to another guy’s accident, then we run into some motor problems as a result of the spin. We’ll just turn our heads to Texas and hope for bigger and better things.”

Lepage’s early exit from the race ended a streak of 11 races at the Atlanta Motor Speedway in which he was running at the finish. He was the only driver with more than 10 starts at the track that had not recorded a DNF. The incident culminated in a 42nd-place finish for Lepage.

Ford driver Carl Edwards captured his third win of the season, with Jeff Gordon, Mark Martin, Dale Earnhardt, Jr., and Matt Kenseth rounding out the top five.

NASCAR Nextel Cup action continues next weekend at the Texas Motor Speedway. NBC will begin its coverage of the event at 3:00 p.m. ET and PRN will have the radio call.

-Lepage overcomes tire troubles to post season-best finish for NO. 66 team

CONCORD, N.C. (October 17th, 2005) – Four weeks into his association with Peak Performance Motorsports, Kevin Lepage gave the team its best finish of the season on a night at the Lowe’s Motor Speedway that was marred with tire problems. After qualifying a conservative 17th, Lepage was able to fight tire issues of his own and battle to a 21st-place finish.

The No. 66 Peak Fitness Ford Taurus quickly advanced its starting position and flirted with the top-10 just a couple of laps into the race.

“We’ve got a fast car,” Lepage told his team. “This could be a great night for us.”

Just as things were looking up for the No. 66, Lepage radioed to his crew that he felt a vibration. Crew chief Greg Connor instructed him to bring his car to pit road under green-flag conditions for four fresh tires. After inspecting the tire wear, it was noted that the right-rear tire was extremely blistered. Once his problem was fixed, Lepage logged lap times competitive of those on the lead lap. About 20 laps later, the same problem surfaced. Connor was forced to make a change to the car’s set-up.

“We’re going to tighten the car up a bit,” he told his driver. “It’s the best way to try and counter the wear on the right-rear. It’s going to be snug, but I think it’s the best thing to do.”

Surely enough, the tires problems dissolved once the crew made the adjustments. After all of the problems, the No. 66 was registered as three laps down.

Lepage managed to steer clear of the on-track incidents that involved other cars experiencing tire problems. Biding his time and taking advantage of opportunities given to him, he was able to make up the laps lost throughout the course of the race, and finished on the lead lap in 21st.

"Coming from three or four laps down, this was just a great day for the Peak Fitness guys,” he told the media after the race. “Greg and all the guys did a great job just working on this race car. We had a couple of tire issues early and just got us down a couple of laps. We kept working on it and got the lucky dog and just rode around. We were hoping for a top 20, but we were just a little too tight there at the end. We had to tighten the car up because the right rear was showing loose and burning the tire up. We had little vibrations that we didn't know what was going on, so we just came in. Four great qualifying efforts and finally a decent finish to show for it; this team is excited and I can’t wait for my next race with these guys."

The race was slowed 15 times for 84 laps, 11 of which were the result of cars wrecking after blowing a tire. Two times, NASCAR voluntarily threw the competition caution, and made a mid-race mandate eventually mandated that teams meet Goodyear’s minimum air pressure on right front tires.

“We had our share of issues as well, but we were able to survive and record a solid finish,” Lepage added.

Jimmie Johnson took the checkered flag with the Fords of Kurt Busch and Greg Biffle finishing second and third. Joe Nemechek was fourth and Mark Martin rounded out the top five.

Next week, Nextel Cup action continues at Martinsville for the Subway 500. Hermie Sadler will drive the No. 66 ‘Virginians for Kilgore’ Ford for Peak Performance Motorsports. Lepage will return to the wheel in Atlanta and will finish the season with the team. Sunday’s race coverage will begin at 12:30 p.m. on NBC and PRN will have the radio call.

-Lepage secures season-best qualifying run for Peak Fitness

KANSAS CITY, KS. (October 10th, 2005) – Kevin Lepage secured his best qualifying spot in nearly a year, and gave team owner Jeff Stec his team’s best qualifying effort of the season during time trials for the Banquet 400 at the Kansas Speedway.

Lepage was excited about his team’s performance after its qualifying run.

“I can’t say enough for the whole Peak Fitness team,” he told the media. “EAS is on the car this week. Greg Conner [crew chief] and all the guys, the last three weeks we’ve been really fast right off the truck and just had gremlins. Hopefully we can overcome the gremlins and put this EAS/Peak Fitness Ford with a good top-20 finish. That’s what we really need is some momentum to finish the rest of the year out.”

The No. 66 picked up five-tenths of a second during qualifying.

“That’s a credit to this race team—Greg Conner and all the guys,” he continued. “They worked real hard. We looked at it yesterday and made a few changes and put the EAS Ford second right now. Hopefully that will be a top 15 start, but it’s just a pleasure for me to drive for these guys.”

His performance resulted much higher than the top-15 start he was hopeful of attaining; the No. 66 Peak Fitness/EAS Ford started the race from the sixth position on the grid. The effort was Lepage’s best since the October race at Lowe’s Motor Speedway in 2003 when he started fifth.

“There were 14 teams out there this weekend that had to qualify on time, and we were one of them,” said Connor. “In that position on an intermediate track, which demands a handle on the aero package and great horsepower, we had to be aggressive during our qualifying run, but not over-do it since it was an impound race. The results were stellar, but of course, it put us in a jam during the race.”

As an impound race, the No. 66 Peak Fitness team was unable to change its shocks and spring package. The team knew it would have its hands full during the race.

Lepage was able to hold his own and maintain a position in the top 15 until the first caution period. A four-car accident on lap 17 brought out the first caution of the afternoon. Lepage restarted 23rd after a pit stop for tires, fuel, and adjustments.

“Reflecting on the weekend as a whole, we were able to meet our goals of qualifying on time and having a solid, clean race,” Lepage offered. “This type of performance really gives us encouragement heading into Charlotte, one of my favorite tracks. It won’t be an impound race, so that’ll give us an opportunity to get a solid race set-up under the hood and hopefully contend for a top-15 finish next weekend. We’ve got a lot going for us right now, and I’m really excited about being a part of this Peak Fitness team.”

Lepage’s efforts culminated in a 36th-place finish. Fellow Ford Racing driver Mark Martin captured his 35th-career victory, taking the checkered flag ahead of teammates Greg Biffle and Carl Edwards. Tony Stewart took fourth and Matt Kenseth rounded out the top five.

Lowe’s Motor Speedway in Charlotte is the next stop on the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series. Racing action will take place Saturday night under the lights, with NBC beginning its coverage of the event at 7:00 p.m. PRN Radio will have the call.

-Race week in Charlotte brings excitement to area Peak Fitness Clubs

STATESVILLE, N.C. (October 6th, 2005) – Race week in Charlotte is an exciting time for Peak Fitness Clubs, one of the nation’s fastest growing fitness center chains. Jeff Stec, CEO of Peak Fitness Clubs, is also owner of the No. 66 Peak Performance Motorsports entry in the Nextel Cup Series. As the team prepares for the UAW-GM Quality 500 at the Lowe’s Motorspeedway on October 15, the area locations of Peak Fitness are preparing for one of their busiest weeks of the year.

Peak Fitness Corporate is based in Davidson, NC. It was established in 1999 and has been growing ever since. Approximately 90 percent of the Peak Fitness Clubs facilities are located in the Charlotte Metro area.

“This year our clubs and our race team have come a long way,” said Stec. “This week, we would like to take the opportunity to show our appreciation to club members, residents of Charlotte and its surrounding areas, and the race fans. We are hopeful for a great turnout at each of our events this week. This is our way of saying ‘thank you’ to the people that have made our organizations a success.”

Peak Fitness driver Kevin Lepage will make three appearances during the week, including a visit with participants of the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Charlotte program, and two area Peak Fitness locations.

Activities will begin Monday, October 10th when the No. 66 Peak Fitness Ford Show Car rolls into the branch facility for the Big Brother, Big Sister of Greater Charlotte. The location is on Spring Street in Concord. The car will be on display from noon until 6:00 p.m. Lepage will be on hand from 4-5 p.m. for an autograph session. Peak Fitness Clubs is an active supporter of Big Brother Big Sister program.

October 11th is Member Appreciation Day at the Peak Fitness – Harrisburg, and October 12th is Member Appreciation Day at Peak Fitness – University. A show car will be on display at both locations on their respective days from 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Local vendors, including Huntersville-based season-long team sponsor Midas Spring Water, will be on hand. Free food will be available, and Peak Fitness will sponsor multiple give-a-ways throughout the day. A special enrollment offer will be available for those who are not already associated with the club. Lepage will be available for autographs at each location from 6-7 p.m. on the club’s respective appreciation day.

October 10th- Big Brother Big Sister of Greater Charlotte- After School Program
247 Spring Street NW
Concord, NC 28025
(704) 305-3411
No. 66 Peak Fitness Ford Show Car: 12-noon – 6 p.m.
Kevin Lepage Autograph Session 4-5PM

October 11th- Peak Fitness @ Harrisburg- Member Appreciation Day!
(Enrollment Special, Local Vendors, Free Food, Give-A-Ways)
5650 Hwy 49
Harrisburg, NC 28227
(704) 454-7000
No. 66 Peak Fitness Ford Show Car: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Kevin Lepage Autograph Session: 6 – 7 p.m.

October 12th- Peak Fitness @ University- Member Appreciation Day!
(Enrollment Special, Local Vendors, Free Food, Give-A-Ways)
8109 University City Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28213
(704) 548-0202
No. 66 Peak Fitness Ford Show Car: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Kevin Lepage Autograph Session: 6 – 7 p.m.

For more information about any of the events, please contact Erin White, Marketing Manager of Peak Performance Motorsports at 704-873-2310.

About Big Brother Big Sister of Greater Charlotte

Big Brothers Big Sisters is celebrating its 32nd anniversary serving children in the Charlotte area. It was formed in 1972 and receives a majority of its funding from the United Way of the Central Carolinas. It currently has over 1,000 children matched and are striving to serve 1,250 children by 2006.

Big Brothers Big Sisters is a volunteer-based program that matches children with volunteers for a one on one relationship that provides friendship, guidance and educational tutoring. Volunteers and families are carefully screened and matched according to interests, personalities and personal preferences. Once a match is made, professional case managers remain in regular contact to support the volunteer, family and child.

The influence a Big Brother or Big Sister can have on a child is tremendous. Of the children in the Mecklenburg County program: 99% remain in school, 47% increase their school performance by at least one letter grade, 52% increase their level of social skills, 97% have no juvenile court involvement, and 96% have no drug usage.

-Lepage to fill seat at Talladega for Peak Performance

STATESVILLE, N.C. (September 27th, 2005) – Peak Performance Motorsports owner Jeff Stec announced today that NASCAR veteran Kevin Lepage will be back behind the wheel of the No. 66 EAS Ford for the UAW-Ford 500 at Talladega Superspeedway.

“The team enjoyed working with Kevin last weekend at Dover,” said Stec. “Given Kevin’s experience and success on restrictor plate tracks, we think he will help us out a lot this weekend at Talladega.”

In the season opener at Daytona, Lepage qualified eighth and finished ninth.

“I’m thankful for the opportunity to drive for Jeff and the guys associated with Peak Performance Motorsports,” said Lepage. “Together, I’m hopeful we can put together a solid run and turn a few heads at Talladega. We had a solid effort going last week and just ran into some misfortune.”

Two radio stations will have associate sponsorship positions on the No. 66 this weekend. Charlotte, N.C.’s Ace & TJ Morning Show, and The Q, a Birmingham, Ala. station heard on 103.7 FM, will ride along in the draft with Lepage. Ace & TJ Morning Show can be heard weekday mornings in Charlotte Monday through Friday. The Q, a sister station to It is a sister station of Birmingham’s KISS 95.1, is an entity of Infinity Broadcasting Systems, and is owned by Clear Channel Radio.

“Our stations are really excited about participating in the events this weekend,” said Pete Herrick, KISS 95.1 executive show producer. “We’re really glad our efforts came together and that it’s all happening.”

NBC will begin its coverage of the UAW-Ford 500 Sunday at 1:30 p.m., and MRN will have the radio call.

-Denver Mattress Co. On Board With Lepage & Macdonald Racing In Bristol

THOMASVILLE, N.C. (August 26th, 2005) – Denver Mattress Company will be sponsoring driver Kevin Lepage and the MacDonald Racing Team for Fridays Food City 250 Busch Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway in Bristol, TN. Lepage will look to make his 15th career Busch Series start at BMS. Bristol is a track that has been very good to Lepage over the yeas as he has earned one pole, one win, one-top-five, three-top-10’s and has led 13-laps in his 14 starts in his NASCAR Busch Series career at Bristol Motor Speedway.

"Denver Mattress Company is proud to build an association with the MacDonald Motorsports program as a title sponsor for the Busch Series #72 car at Bristol this weekend," Denver Mattress management exclaimed.

“I love racing at Bristol especially at night,” said Lepage. “I have had a lot of success here in my Busch Series career. I am very excited to be back with Randy MacDonald this weekend driving for the MacDonald Racing Team in the No. 72 Denver Mattress Chevy. We have a new car that we are bringing with us this weekend. I know the guys at the shop have put their heart and soul into this car, so I am looking for us to have solid run this weekend in the No 72 Denver Mattress Chevy.”

Denver Mattress Company is considered unique among its competitors in the bedding industry because it is both a mattress manufacturer and a mattress retailer. They manufacture, distribute, and retail their own private-label. Ultimately they provide full control over how their products are priced and sold. The company uses the same components and materials as the leading brand name manufacturers, but because it manufactures and sells its own mattresses, it has eliminated the middleman markup. Therefore, Denver Mattress customers receive brand name quality mattress¹s for as much as 50 percent less.

Food City 250 at Bristol Motor Speedway in Bristol, TN will be the 25th-race on the 35-race NASCAR Busch Series 2005 schedule. NBS Bud Pole Qualifying for the Food City 250 will be held on Friday, August 26th at 4:30 p.m. (ET) and can be seen on SPEED Channel. Food City 250 will be held on Friday, August 26th at 7:30 p.m. (ET) and can be seen on TNT. You can also hear the race on your local MRN or PRN radio stations and XM Satellite Radio; check your local listings for further information.

-Michigan Resort Sponsors Lepage, MacDonald

Little River Resort backs team in Busch race

THOMASVILLE, N.C. (August 18th, 2005) – A major Michigan tourist attraction will sponsor driver Kevin Lepage and MacDonald Motorsports in Saturday's 200-mile NASCAR Busch Series stock car race.

Little River Casino Resort, located in Manistee, Mich., will sponsor MacDonald's team as part of the largest sports weekend in the state. Michigan Speedway, the two-mile oval near Brooklyn, Mich., annually hosts the August Busch Series race, and more than 300,000 are expected to attend through the weekend.

"We're ready to get on the race track and have a big weekend," said Lepage, who has been one of the top performers in the NASCAR Busch Series the past few years and opened the 2005 season with an eye-popping top-10 run in the Daytona 500.

"Having Little River Resort sponsoring us, especially with its heritage in the state of Michigan, is another plus," he added. "We're really excited with the opportunity to work with them and to help promote a top resort in the state."

"We are very excited to be a part of the NASCAR Busch Series this year," said Jim LaPorte, General Manager of Little River Casino Resort. "We hope this sponsorship will be mutually beneficial and we invite NASCAR fans to visit Little River."

Little River Casino Resort's 44,000 square foot casino offers more than 1,300 slot machines, over 30 action filled table games and a live poker room. The casino houses three restaurants, a conference center and a hotel. Little River is open 24 hours a day and is located in Manistee, Mich. For more information on upcoming promotions, log onto www.littlerivercasino.com.

-Tony Raines In The Car For The Bospoker.net Racing Team

HUNTERSVILLE, NC (August 16th, 2005) – Earlier today R&J Racing released driver Kevin Lepage from his driving duties for the No. 37 BoSPOKER.net Dodge Charger effective immediately. Lepage has been the driver for the R&J Racing Team since late last year. Lepage will be replaced by veteran driver Tony Raines who has 49 career starts and one top-10 finish in his four year NASCAR Nextel Cup career. Raines will run the No. 37 BoSPOKER.net Dodge Charger at this weekend’s race at Michigan International Speedway.

The decision to make a driver change was a hard one for owners John Cater and Roger Craven but one they felt the team needed to make.

“This was a very tough decision for John and I to make, but one we felt needed to be made for the team,” said Craven. “We cannot thank Kevin enough for all he has done to get this team where it is today. Without him, there’s no telling where we would be. We felt the chemistry just wasn’t there. John and I decided that we needed to make a driver change and felt Tony Raines would be the right choice for us.”

Lepage who has been with the team since late last year was disappointed with the decision, but under stands the owner’s decision in trying to find the right driver/team combination.

“I am not happy with the decision but I can understand where they are coming from,” said Lepage. “No driver likes to lose their ride. I am going to miss the guys in the shop. I’d like to thank John Carter and Roger Craven for the opportunity they gave me. We started out with one car and no sponsorship and now the team has a handful of cars and has been able to find sponsorship for the rest of the year. To help build this team from nothing and to have helped bring them to this point has been a great feeling for me. I think Tony will do a good job behind the wheel. I have a couple irons in the fire and I look forward to getting back out on the track. I wish John and Roger all the best.”

-Lazzaro To Fill In For Lepage At Watkins Glen

HUNTERSVILLE, NC (August 12th, 2005) – Road coarse specialist Anthony Lazzaro will be filling in for NASCAR Nextel Cup regular Kevin Lepage for this weekends road coarse race at Watkins Glen. Lepage made the decision late this week to have Lazzaro fill in for him, as he thought it would be better for the team to put a more experienced road course driver in the driver’s seat of the No. 37 Patrón Tequila Dodge Charger for Watkins Glen.

“It was a tough decision to make because no driver wants to give up their seat at anytime for any race” says Lepage. “But I thought it would be better for the team to have a more experienced road course driver take the wheel for this weekend’s race at the Glen. Anthony has a lot of experience on road courses and I thought he would be a good fill in for me. I know Anthony well; he drove for my Matrix Motorsports Busch Team back in 2003 at Kansas. Have no fear I will be back in the car at Michigan next week.”

-Team Patrón Headed To The Brickyard

HUNTERSVILLE, NC (August 4th, 2005) – Kevin Lepage and his No. 37 Patrón Tequila Racing Team will be heading to one of the most historic racetracks on the NASCAR Nextel Cup circuit this weekend. We’re talking about the 2.5-mile oval of Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, IN for the Allstate 400 at what’s known as the ‘Brickyard’. This will be the 11th year that the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series will be running at the famous Brickyard. Lepage will look to make his fourth career start at Indy this weekend. The team will be bringing a new car with them, which they recently tested at Indy.

“I am very excited about this weekend,” said Lepage. “Indy is a very special place and a track that is not like any other we race at. This place gives me goose bumps when I walk into Gasoline Alley and see the names that have won here. We were able to test several weeks a go at Indy, with a new car that we are taking with us this weekend. Mark and I were able to get a lot of good information on the car as far as set up. I feel this No. 37 Patrón Tequila Dodge Charger is going to be a very strong car this weekend.”

Crew chief Mark Tutor will try to find the right combination to get the No. 37 Patrón Tequila Dodge Charger a top-15 finish this weekend at Indy.

“I am looking forward to going to Indy,” said Tutor. “We are coming off a very good test there, with some great data to work with. I feel this is the most preparation we have had so far for a race. That test was a big help in shaking down this new car. For us to be able to come back to Indy with a car that has some laps on it from testing there, allows us to be more competitive this weekend with some of the bigger teams. Kevin and I now have some good data to work off this weekend and I don’t t see why we couldn’tt bring the No. 37 Patrón Tequila Dodge Charger home with a top-15 finish or better.”

The next race for the Patrón Tequila Racing Team will be at held at the 2.5-mile oval of Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, IN for the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard. It will be the 21st-race on the 36-race NASCAR Nextel Cup 2005 schedule. NNCS Bud Pole Qualifying for the All-State Brickyard 400 will be held on Saturday, August 6th at 10:10 a.m. (CT) and can be seen on TNT. Allstate 400 at the Brickyard will be held on Sunday, August 7th at 1:40 p.m. (CT) 2:30 p.m. (ET) and can be seen on NBC affiliates across the nation. You can also hear the race on your local MRN or PRN radio stations and XM Satellite Radio; check your local listings for further information.

-A Solid Run For Lepage At Pocono

HUNTERSVILLE, NC (July 25th, 2005) – After starting in the 37^th spot, Kevin Lepage brought his No. 37 BoSPOKER.net Dodge Charger to a solid 35^th place finish in Sundays Pennsylvania 500 at Pocono Raceway. It was not the 20^th place finish that Lepage and the team were looking for, but still an improvement from the 38^th place finish that they had back in June at Pocono. Lepage and the No. 37 BoSPOKER.net Racing Team are already showing progress, as they bettered both their qualifying and finishing efforts at Pocono this past weekend.

“By no means are we satisfied with a 35^th place finish, but this team is beginning to show improvement,” said Lepage. “We had a better qualifying effort and finish this weekend than we had here in June. The car was solid all day long. We didn’t know what this new car would be like since this was the first time we’ve raced it here. We went right to work on Friday during practice, trying to get the car dialed in for qualifying on Saturday. We had a pretty good qualifying run with the car on Saturday. I tried to get at least a top-30 finish out of it, but I didn’t want to push the car too hard, since we don’t have a lot of cars built yet. The car did have an aero disadvantage, so we will need work on that. We learned a lot this weekend and got a lot of good information to take back to the shop - so we can improve on our cars. All in all it was a good weekend. We finished the race with no problems, kept the car in one piece this time and got a lot of good information -so we can keep getting better.”

Crew chief Mark Tutor gives his team a good grade for their run at Pocono this weekend.

“We learned a lot this weekend,” said Tutor. “I am very proud of this team. They really worked hard and met the goals we had set out to hit for the weekend. We were hoping for a better finish, but still had a very strong run - especially with a new car that we had never been to the track with. We picked up a lot of data for car set-up that we can take back to the shop along with some aero improvements as well. Kevin did a great job driving all day long. He kept the No. 37 BoSPOKER.net Dodge Charger out of harms way and brought her home in one piece, which was one of our goals. We have two weeks to work on our Indy car and I am very excited about heading to the Brickyard in two weeks. We had a good test there and the team is starting to gain some momentum.”

The next race for the R&J Racing Team will be with sponsor Patrón Tequila at the famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard in Indianapolis, IN. It will be the 21st-race on the 36-race NASCAR Nextel Cup 2005 schedule. NNCS Bud Pole Qualifying for the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard will be held on Saturday, August 6th at 10:10 a.m. (CT) and can be seen on TNT. The Allstate 400 at the Brickyard will be held on Sunday, August 7th at 1:40 p.m. (CT) and can be seen on NBC affiliates across the nation. You can also hear the race on your local MRN or PRN radio station; check your local listings for further information.

Wins:	0	Laps Completed:	4958	Average Start:	39.2
Top-5 Finishes:	0	Laps Possible:	5500	Average Finish:	24.9
Top-10 Finishes:	1	Percentage:	90.1%	Earnings:	$545,973