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PACIFIC COAST TERMITE JOINS BILICKI, SPIRE MOTORSPORTS FOR TWO RACES IN 2022

1/31/2022

PACIFIC COAST TERMITE JOINS BILICKI,
SPIRE MOTORSPORTS FOR TWO RACES IN 2022

CONCORD, N.C. (January 31, 2022) – Pacific Coast Termite, California’s leading termite, rodent and attic rescue service, will be the primary sponsor of Spire Motorsports’ No. 77 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 when Josh Bilicki makes his first NASCAR Cup Series (NCS) start of 2022 in the WISE Power 500 at Auto Club Speedway.

The Pacific Coast Termite livery we also be featured aboard Bilicki’s No. 77 Chevy when NASCAR’s premier series returns to California for the June 12 Toyota/Save Mart 350 at Sonoma Raceway.

Bilicki, a Menomonee Falls, Wis., native has 71 starts on his NASCAR Cup Series resume, including a top-10 finish in the 2021 Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway. Meanwhile, he has logged 72 starts in the NASCAR Xfinity Series and nine in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series.

While the WISE Power 500 will mark Bilicki’s first NCS start at Auto Club Speedway, the 26-year-old veteran racer has three previous Xfinity Series starts at the two-mile, southern California oval to draw from.

"I'm very thankful to have Pacific Coast Termite back onboard for the 2022 season,” said Bilicki. “After meeting their team and spending time with them last year in Sonoma, it's clear to me that their work ethic and values align perfectly with our race team and myself, which is a very important piece to the puzzle. I'm looking forward to getting back to Auto Club Speedway and representing Pacific Coast Termite in front of over one hundred of their employees who will join us at the track."

“Josh is an up-and-coming driver and we are excited to be part of his team once again,” said Dennis Wilson, co-owner of Pacific Coast Termite . “It’s great to work with a driver who is hands on with his marketing and connects personally with his sponsors.”

“We were happy to jump on board with Josh again this year,” added Wilson’s fellow co-owner James Grande. “Watching him race is a fun and exciting way to put on an event for our employees.”

The WISE Power 500 from Auto Club Speedway will be televised live on FOX Sunday, February 27 beginning at 3:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. The second of 36 races on the 2022 NCS schedule will be broadcast live on the Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio (Ch. 90).

About Pacific Coast Termite …
Pacific Coast Termite was formed in 2007 in Tustin, California and has since expanded its to service to cover the entire Golden State. Today the company has full in-house wood working divisions, offers comprehensive termite control, rodent control, and attic rescue services such as attic cleaning and TAP pest control insulation to replace old, soiled attic insulation.

About Spire Motorsports …
Spire Motorsports was established in 2018 and is co-owned by longtime NASCAR industry executives Jeff Dickerson and Thaddeus “T.J.” Puchyr. Spire Motorsports earned an upset victory for the ages in its first full season when Justin Haley took the checkered flag in the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway on July 7, 2019.

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Josh Bilicki Slated to Run Select Races in 2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series with Alpha Prime Racing

1/29/2022

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Josh Bilicki Slated to Run Select Races in 2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series with
Alpha Prime Racing

CHARLOTTE, NC (January 27, 2022) Alpha Prime Racing announced that Josh Bilicki will join the organization’s NASCAR Xfinity Series driver lineup for select starts in 2022 as the team competes with two full-time entries.

Bilicki, 26, is no stranger to speed – having over 21 years of experience across many different series. Josh ignited his passion for racing at the age of four at Badger Kart Club in Dousman, WI. Since then, he has competed in all three NASCAR series and made his Xfinity Series debut at Road America in 2016.

The Wisconsin native has an impressive list of racing achievements earned throughout his career especially at road courses. He will be competing in four of the six road course events as well as two ovals in the No. 44 Chevrolet Camaro for Alpha Prime Racing. Bilicki is also hoping to crossover the skills gained into his 2022 NASCAR Cup Series program.

“I’m incredibly excited to join Alpha Prime Racing for multiple races throughout the 2022 season, as I truly believe this will compliment my Cup program with Spire Motorsports. I’ve always looked forward to racing the road courses in the NASCAR Xfinity Series because I truly believe that we can score an upset win, much like Jeremy Clements in 2017 at Road America,” said Bilicki. “In addition to the road courses, we have several ovals on our schedule at some of my favorite tracks.”

“Of course, none of this would be possible without the support of Insurance King and the rest of our great partners. Insurance King has had my back since 2019 and has stuck around through rough times and good times. We’re ready to get to work!”

Bilicki will be running most of his scheduled events with Insurance King as the primary sponsor. Insurance King was founded in Rockford, IL in 2001 and has helped drivers drive legal for less ever since. “To think all of this started with a Facebook message,” said Dan Block, President of Insurance King.

“Josh Bilicki is one of the hardest working people I have come to know. He has been behind the scenes creating paint schemes, hero cards, and seeking out new sponsors. Josh has done an amazing job marketing Insurance King, and we are proud to continue our teamwork into the 2022 NASCAR season.”
Bilicki is tapped in to race six events with Alpha Prime Racing, beginning with Circuit of The Americas (COTA) on March 26th.

“Josh is one of the most underrated drivers in NASCAR. He’s done a great job the last few years on underfunded teams - something I know a whole lot about,” said Tommy Joe Martins, Co-owner of Alpha Prime Racing. “At road courses, he’s flat out a top-level driver, so his schedule with Alpha Prime Racing should be a perfect fit to showcase his talent. We’re very excited to have him.”

Bilicki will be joined by Sage Karam in his debut with Alpha Prime Racing at COTA in March.
The road course veteran will be joined by teammate Sage Karam in his Alpha Prime Racing debut in March.

About Insurance King
Insurance King was founded in Rockford, IL in 2001 and has helped drivers drive legal for less ever since. With policies in multiple states, such as: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Ohio, Mississippi, Missouri, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin, their claim to fame is cheap car insurance. Among their many services, Insurance King offer motorcycle insurance, SR-22 insurance, SR-50’s, FR Bonds, and renters insurance.

About Alpha Prime Racing
Alpha Prime Racing was founded in 2022 by NASCAR veterans Caesar Bacarella and Tommy Joe Martins. The team competes full-time in the NASCAR Xfinity Series fielding both the No. 44 and No. 45 Chevrolet Camaros. Before becoming partners, Bacarella and Martins were competitors; deciding to combine their passions, led to the formation of Alpha Prime Racing. With a wide array of talented drivers, Alpha Prime Racing is looking forward to competing at the highest levels both on and off the racetrack. More info at https://alphaprimeracing.net.

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BILICKI, ZEIGLER AUTO GROUP JOIN SPIRE MOTORSPORTS FOR NASCAR CUP SERIES RUN

1/10/2022

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Bilicki Joins Spire Motorsports for NASCAR Cup Series Run

Zeigler Automotive Group Featured as Pillar Partner Aboard No. 77 Entry

CONCORD, N.C. (January 10, 2022) – Spire Motorsports announced today that Josh Bilicki will drive the team’s No. 77 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 for the majority of the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series schedule, beginning with next month’s WISE Power 400 at Auto Club Speedway.

Zeigler Automotive Group will serve as the primary sponsor for the bulk of Bilicki’s races and will be featured prominently aboard the No.77 Chevrolet for the entire 2022 season.

Zeigler Automotive Group is one of the largest privately-owned dealer groups in the U.S. with 78 franchises across 35 locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. Vehicle brands represented include all the domestic and majority of the imported manufacturers.

“Zeigler Auto Group is proud to have Josh Bilicki represent Team Zeigler on the track,” said Aaron Zeigler, President of Zeigler Automotive Group. “He is an outstanding individual and talented driver who embodies everything that our P.R.I.D.E. mission statement stands for: Passion, Reputation, Integrity, Drive, and Execution.”

Bilicki, a Menomonee Falls, Wis., native comes to Spire Motorsports with 71 starts on his NASCAR Cup Series resume, including a top-10 finish in the 2021 Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway. Meanwhile, the 26-year-old veteran racer has logged 72 starts in the NASCAR Xfinity Series and nine in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series.

“Spire Motorsports is thrilled to add a young, talented and resourceful racer like Josh Bilicki to our stable,” said Spire Motorsports co-owner T.J. Puchyr. “Josh is cut from the same cloth as the people who make up our team. He’s a grinder. He finds a way, goes out and gets it done. He’s going to be a great compliment to Corey LaJoie in our No. 7 car. We’re proud to welcome Josh to the Spire family.”

Bilicki is part of a revered fraternity of Wisconsin-bred racers who went on to compete at NASCAR’s highest level, including the late Alan Kulwicki and Dick Trickle, Ted Musgrave and 2003 NCS Champion Matt Kenseth. Bilicki comes to Spire Motorsports after competing full time on NASCAR’s senior circuit last season with Rick Ware Racing.

“I couldn’t be more eager to start this new chapter of my career and join Spire Motorsports for the 2022 season,” said Bilicki. “I learned a great amount last year during my first full-time season in the NASCAR Cup Series, on and off the track, and I feel that experience will help me make this transition to a new team. Spire Motorsports has taken big leaps over the last few years, and we feel the platform of the new NextGen car will improve our performance all around.”

“Of course, none of this would be possible if it weren’t for all my great partners, family, and friends who believe in me and pushed me to achieve more. For 2022, Zeigler Auto Group stepped up and that organization is the core reason I am back in the Cup Series. This is something we are working to grow into a multi-year effort.”

About Zeigler Automotive Group …
Zeigler Automotive Group is one of the largest privately-owned dealer groups in the U.S. with 78 franchises across 35 locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan. Vehicle brands represented include all of the domestic and the majority of the imported manufacturers.

Besides its extensive automotive portfolio, the organization owns and operates Zeigler Motorsports, an 85,000-square-foot motorsports dealership and action park, offering 19 different powersports brands, plus its own onsite restaurant: Trak Houz Bar & Grill. Additionally, Zeigler Motorsports houses the Elevate Leadership & Team Building Academy, an executive training company.

The Kalamazoo, Mich.,-based dealer group also owns and operates Zeigler Pre-Owned of Chicago, a Carquest Auto Parts store, three Byrider franchises, three finance companies, several insurance firms, and a leasing firm.

Founded in 1975, the organization employs over 2,300 people, ranking among the top 1% of automotive dealers in the nation with estimated annual sales of $2.2 billion for 2022. The family-owned and operated company is well known for its commitment to both customer service and employee satisfaction. Zeigler is regularly recognized as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation, also earning similar accolades in Chicago and Michigan.

About Spire Motorsports …
Spire Motorsports was established in 2018 and is co-owned by longtime NASCAR industry executives Jeff Dickerson and Thaddeus “T.J.” Puchyr. Spire Motorsports earned an upset victory for the ages in its first full season when Justin Haley took the checkered flag in the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona International Speedway on July 7, 2019.

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PACIFIC COAST TERMITE JOINS BILICKI, SPIRE MOTORSPORTS FOR TWO RACES IN 2022

PACIFIC COAST TERMITE JOINS BILICKI,
SPIRE MOTORSPORTS FOR TWO RACES IN 2022

Josh Bilicki Slated to Run Select Races in 2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series with Alpha Prime Racing

Josh Bilicki Slated to Run Select Races in 2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series with
Alpha Prime Racing

BILICKI, ZEIGLER AUTO GROUP JOIN SPIRE MOTORSPORTS FOR NASCAR CUP SERIES RUN

Bilicki Joins Spire Motorsports for NASCAR Cup Series Run

Zeigler Automotive Group Featured as Pillar Partner Aboard No. 77 Entry

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Bilicki Joins Spire Motorsports for NASCAR Cup Series Run

Zeigler Automotive Group Featured as Pillar Partner Aboard No. 77 Entry