Aaron’s, Inc. Announces Virginia Motor Speedway Exclusive Sponsorship

Aaron’s, Inc. Announces Virginia Motor Speedway Exclusive Sponsorship

ATLANTA (March 6, 2015) – Aaron’s, Inc. (NYSE: AAN) announced today a one-year exclusive sponsorship agreement with Virginia Motor Speedway. Over the next year, Aaron’s will have exclusive naming rights to the Aaron’s King of the Commonwealth. Additionally, Aaron’s will be designated as the “Official Sales and Lease Ownership Partner of VMS.” Terms of the partnership were not disclosed. “Here at Aaron’s we’re excited to be entering into our second year of sponsoring Virginia Motor Speedway. It’s great to be a part of the American Tradition of dirt racing at its finest. The King of the Commonwealth is sure to bring a lot exciting racing to Virginia Motor Speedway,” said Brock M. Roberts, Vice President, Northeastern Operations, Aaron’s, Inc. The Virginia Motor Speedway Season will start April 11, 2015 with the Aaron’s King of the Commonwealth and will end on October 10, 2015 with the 11th Annual Down and Dirty Run-A-Muck Mud Bog and Mud Sling. “Thousands of dirt racing fans will enjoy our events every weekend and we’re thrilled to bring Aaron’s on board as our exclusive sponsor again for 2015,” said Clarke Sawyer, General Manager, Virginia Motor Speedway. “Their partnership and the support of the Virginia Motor Speedway will ensure that our fans continue to experience family-friendly events.” As part of the exclusive sponsorship agreement Aaron’s will also serve as the title sponsor for the track’s Pro (Crate) Late Model division. Beginning its second season, the Pro (Crate) Late Model division was added as an affordable option for those who want to race a late model. The division will be sanctioned by the Fastrak Racing Series. About Aaron’s, Inc. Aaron’s, Inc. (NYSE: AAN), a leader in the sales and lease ownership and specialty retailing of residential furniture, consumer electronics, home appliances and accessories, has 2,115 Company-operated and franchised stores in 48 states and Canada. Founded in 1955 by entrepreneur and Chairman Emeritus R. Charles Loudermilk, Sr. and headquartered in Atlanta, Aaron’s has been publicly traded since 1982. For more information, visit www.aarons.com. Aaron’s, Inc. includes the Aarons.com, GoRimco.com, and ShopHomeSmart.com brands. About Virginia Motor Speedway Bill Sawyer’s Virginia Motor Speedway is a 1/2-mile, dirt oval. The track is located on U.S. Route 17, eight miles north of Saluda, VA and 25 miles south of Tappahannock, VA. The speedway is just a short drive from Richmond, Fredericksburg, Southern Maryland and the Hampton Roads area. To learn more about Bill Sawyer’s Virginia Motor Speedway and its 2014 schedule of events, fans may call the Speedway office at (804) 758-1VMS or visit the track’s web site at www.vamotorspeedway.com....

TireX Re-signs as Title Sponsor of the USA 100

TireX Re-signs as Title Sponsor of the USA 100

Jamaica, VA – Officials of Virginia Motor Speedway are proud to announce that TireX, Inc has signed on to return as the “Title Sponsor” of the 37th Annual TireX USA 100 that will feature the Ultimate Super Late Model Series in a $10,000 to win event on Saturday May 16th. “We are extremely excited to have TireX back as the sponsor of our USA 100; Willie Mason has been a huge supporter of short track racing over the years and we are proud to be partnered with him and his great company,” commented track General Manager Clarke Sawyer. The 37th Annual TireX USA 100 will once again be sanctioned by the Ultimate Super Late Model Series and will pay the winner of the 50 lap feature a cool $10,000. The list of previous Champions is a list of “Who’s Who” in dirt late model racing. This year’s event will also be paired with a $3000 to win Fastrak National Bonus event for Pro Late Models making this a must see show. “We are excited to return as the title sponsor of the TireX USA 100; the racing at this year’s event was absolutely some of the best I have ever seen and we wanted to be a part of this longstanding event once again,” commented TireX of Richmond owner Willie Mason. More information about the event will be released at a later date. ABOUT TireX Inc.: Tire X Inc is a comprehensive Tire Store and Automotive Service Center in Richmond, Virginia. The Tire X Inc philosophy is simple: “We always deliver, and we always exceed customer expectations”. Tire X Inc is “What a Tire Experience Should Be”. With brand name tires like Michelin, Bridgestone, Firestone, BFGoodrich, Uniroyal, Dunlop, Cooper, Goodyear, they know you’ll find what you need. Tire X Inc has built a reputation on years of quality, affordable automotive service work and tires. Their service department specializes in oil changes, tune-ups, tire balancing, tire repair and more. They are well known for their customer satisfaction and great service! For more information on TireX visit their website at www.tirexrichmond.com or “Like” them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Tirex/124501230974762. ABOUT VIRGINIA MOTOR SPEEDWAY: Bill Sawyer’s Virginia Motor Speedway is a ½ mile dirt oval track is located on U.S. Route 17, eight miles north of Saluda, VA and 25 miles south of Tappahannock, VA in Jamaica, VA. The speedway is just a short drive from Richmond, Fredericksburg, Southern Maryland and the Hampton Roads area. Race fans can go to www.vamotorspeedway.com to view the complete schedule Virginia Motor Speedway’s 2015 season, find detailed event information, get the latest news, and get complete ticket and camping information. In addition, fans can get social with Virginia Motor Speedway by following @vamotorspeedway on Twitter, clicking “Like” at www.facebook.com/VaMotorSpeedway and on www.youtube.com/VaMotorSpeedway....

Virginia Motor Speedway to Host Two Fastrak National Bonus Events in 2015

Virginia Motor Speedway to Host Two Fastrak National Bonus Events in 2015

Jamaica, VA – Officials with Virginia Motor Speedway and Fastrak Racing are proud to announce the addition of two Fastrak National Bonus events to the 2015 schedule. The two $3,000 to win, Fastrak National Bonus events will join the 2015 Fastrak World Championship in highlighting one of the country’s most exciting divisions… the Pro Late Models at one of the premier facilities in the country… Virginia Motor Speedway. “We are extremely excited to host two Fastrak National Bonus events and spotlight the great racing they provide and also give everyone a chance at some track time for the 2015 Fastrak World Championship,” commented track owner Bill Sawyer. “The chance to have them paired with our two Ultimate Super Late Model shows should offer our fans two of the best special events of the year,” added Sawyer. The two dates will be paired with the Ultimate Super Late Model Series for the April 11th $20,000 to win King of the Commonwealth and the May 16th $10,000 to win TireX USA 100. “We can’t thank Bill Sawyer enough for the trust he has in not only our Ultimate Super Late Model Series but also what we are doing with Fastrak Racing; he has been a huge proponent of Fastrak Racing and recognizes the fact that we need to take care of the grassroots racer so they can move up to a series like the Ultimate Super Late Models,” commented Fastrak Racing Founder Stan Lester. Teams from any track, weekly region or any regional tour can use these two races for bonus events. More information about both events will be forthcoming. For more information on Fastrak and to become a member visit www.fastrakracing.com and/or www.fastrakne.com. Bill Sawyer’s Virginia Motor Speedway is a ½ mile dirt oval track is located on U.S. Route 17, eight miles north of Saluda, VA and 25 miles south of Tappahannock, VA in Jamaica, VA. The speedway is just a short drive from Richmond, Fredericksburg, Southern Maryland and the Hampton Roads area. Race fans can go to www.vamotorspeedway.com to view the complete schedule Virginia Motor Speedway’s 2014 season, find detailed event information, get the latest news, and get complete ticket and camping information. In addition, fans can get social with Virginia Motor Speedway by following @vamotorspeedway on Twitter, clicking “Like” at www.facebook.com/VaMotorSpeedway and on www.youtube.com/VaMotorSpeedway. MEDIA CONTACT: DAVE SEAY (804) 758-1867 OR (804) 357-7223...

35TH ANNUAL TireX USA 100 RACE DAY UPDATES!

35TH ANNUAL TireX USA 100 RACE DAY UPDATES!

Jamaica, VA — What a beautiful day for a race! Sun is shinning and the temperatures today will be in the 70’s. All we need now are cars and fans! To make sure you have all the information you need we have compiled this “What You Need to Know” list. DATE: May 17, 2014 SANCTION: Ultimate Super Late Model Series – www.ultimatesupers.com SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (Tentative and Subject to change): Competitor gates open: 3pm (officially) Spectator gates open: 5pm Hot Laps begin: 6:30pm Group Qualifying for all divisions Ultimate Super Late Models: 2 – 25 lap qualifying races to get into the USA 100 feature event (50 laps) Budweiser Modified 25 lap feature Ultimate Supers in $10,000 to win 35th Annual TireX USA 100 50 lap finale Truckin Thunder Sportsman 25 lap feature Collision One Limited Stock 20 lap feature DIVISIONS RACING: Ultimate Super Late Models Truckin Thunder Sportsman Budweiser Modifieds Collision One Limited Stock Cars 16″ coolers (Medium playmate size) are allowed. NO GLASS PLEASE! Camping is allowed (No Hookups) at no charge Plenty of free, well lit parking Family friendly concession prices TICKET PRICING: (All tickets are General Admission) Adults – $20 Senior (60+) – $18 Military (Active / Retired / Guard with proper I.D.) – $15 Students 11 to 17 yrs old – $10 Children 10 and Under – Free Pit Passes (regardless of age) – $30. If you buy a pit pass it gets you a seat in the grandstand as well, you do not need to buy both. GRANDSTAND SEATING: Top 10 rows have seat backs First row is Handicapped seating (Offers companion seating as well) Paul Sawyer Section – Blue seats...

TireX Signs on as Title Sponsor of the 35th Annual USA 100

TireX Signs on as Title Sponsor of the 35th Annual USA 100

Jamaica, VA – Officials of Virginia Motor Speedway are proud to announce that TireX, Inc has signed on to be the “Title Sponsor” of the 35th Annual USA 100 that will feature the Ultimate Super Late Model Series in a $10,000 to win event on Saturday May 17th. “We are extremely proud to add a sponsor such as TireX; Willie Mason has been a huge supporter of local short track racing for many years and we welcome him into our racing family,” commented track General Manager Clarke Sawyer. The 35th Annual USA 100 will once again be sanctioned by the Ultimate Super Late Model Series and will pay the winner of the 50 lap feature a cool $10,000. The list of previous Champions is a list of “Who’s Who” in dirt late model racing. The race will once again feature the “Fan Friendly” format of two twenty-five lap qualifying races to make it into the fifty-lap “A” main. Competitor gates for Saturday May 18th will open at 4pm with spectator gates opening at 5pm. On track activities will begin at 6:30 pm with hot laps. Divisions scheduled to race on Saturday May 17th: ULTIMATE Super Late Models (50 Lap Feature); Truckin Thunder Sportsman (25 Laps); Budweiser Modifieds (25 Laps) and Collision One Limited Stock Cars (20 Laps). ULTIMATE Super Late Models will run qualifying; two 25 lap qualifying races and Feature. All track divisions will run Hot Lap Time Trials and Features. Adult tickets are just $20; seniors (60+) $18; military $15; students 11 – 17 years old $10; and children 10 and under free. Pit passes will be $30. All tickets will be sold day of event. 16” coolers are welcomed but no glass is allowed. There is plenty of free lit parking and camping (no hookups) is allowed at no charge on a first come first served basis. ABOUT TireX Inc.: Tire X Inc is a comprehensive Tire Store and Automotive Service Center in Richmond, Virginia. The Tire X Inc philosophy is simple: “We always deliver, and we always exceed customer expectations”. Tire X Inc is “What a Tire Experience Should Be”. With brand name tires like Michelin, Bridgestone, Firestone, BFGoodrich, Uniroyal, Dunlop, Cooper, Goodyear, they know you’ll find what you need. Tire X Inc has built a reputation on years of quality, affordable automotive service work and tires. Their service department specializes in oil changes, tune-ups, tire balancing, tire repair and more. They are well known for their customer satisfaction and great service! For more information on TireX visit their website at www.tirexrichmond.com or “Like” them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/pages/Tirex/124501230974762....

ULTIMATE Sanctioned USA 100 Falls to Rain for Third Time

ULTIMATE Sanctioned USA 100 Falls to Rain for Third Time

Jamaica, VA – Officials of the ULTIMATE Super Late Model Series and the Virginia Motor Speedway announced today that the 34th Annual USA 100 has been cancelled for Friday August 23rd at Bill Sawyer’s Virginia half-mile facility due to heavy rains. After three rainouts the event will not be rescheduled for 2013, officials with both the series and track will work on a date for the 2014 season. The speedway returns to action next Saturday August 31st for Pepsi Night at the Races. The evenings events will include four divisions of exciting high octane, side by side dirt track racing. See the Victory Lap Late Model / Fastrak Pro Late Models, Truckin Thunder Sportsman, Budweiser Modified and Collision One Limited Stock Car divisions in action. All divisions will compete in a “Twin Race” format. Competitor gates for Saturday, August 31st will open at 4pm with spectator gates opening at 5pm. On track activities will begin at 6:30pm with hot laps. Divisions scheduled to race: Victory Lap Late Models / Fastrak Pro Late Models (Twin 20 Laps); Budweiser Modifieds (Twin 15 Laps); Truckin Thunder Sportsman (Twin 15 laps) and the Collision One Limited Stock Cars (Twin 12 laps). All divisions will run Hot Lap Time Trials and twin Features. Admission price for Adults $12, seniors (60+) $10; military (active/retired w/ proper I.D.) $8, students 13 – 17 years old $6, children 7 to 12 $4 and children 6 and under admitted free. We offer a family pass for $25 (two adults and two children 12 and under). Pit passes will be $20. Bill Sawyer’s Virginia Motor Speedway, an ASA Member Track, is a ½ mile dirt oval track is located on U.S. Route 17, eight miles north of Saluda, VA and 25 miles south of Tappahannock, VA in Jamaica, VA. The speedway is just a short drive from Richmond, Fredericksburg, Southern Maryland and the Hampton Roads area. To learn more about Bill Sawyer’s Virginia Motor Speedway fans may call the Speedway office at (804) 758-1VMS or visit the track’s web site at www.vamotorspeedway.com....

$1500 to Win Modified Event Added to USA 100 Festivities Friday August 23rd

$1500 to Win Modified Event Added to USA 100 Festivities Friday August 23rd

Jamaica, VA – Officials at Virginia Motor Speedway have announced that the speedway will host a $1500 to win Modified event in conjunction with the running of the 34th Annual USA 100 on Friday August 23rd. With the second reschedule of the USA 100 now on a Friday night track officials decided to bring back the Modified special that has accompanied the special event the past two years. The 30 lap event will pay $1500 to win and $100 to start the A-Main. Anyone not making the A-Main will receive $50. The event will feature group qualifying, heats, B-Main(s) and the 30 lap feature. Both Hoosier Tire and American Race Tire compounds will be allowed. Engine Rules will be announced in the coming week. Don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/vamotorspeedway and follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/vamotorspeedway for the latest news and results. Bill Sawyer’s Virginia Motor Speedway, an ASA Member Track, is a ½ mile dirt oval track is located on U.S. Route 17, eight miles north of Saluda, VA and 25 miles south of Tappahannock, VA in Jamaica, VA. The speedway is just a short drive from Richmond, Fredericksburg, Southern Maryland and the Hampton Roads area. To learn more about Bill Sawyer’s Virginia Motor Speedway fans may call the Speedway office at (804) 758-1VMS or visit the track’s web site at www.vamotorspeedway.com....

USA 100 back on 2013 Schedule; New Date and Sanctioning by Ultimate Super Late Models

USA 100 back on 2013 Schedule; New Date and Sanctioning by Ultimate Super Late Models

Jamaica, VA – Officials of Virginia Motor Speedway announced at the Motorsports 2013 show in Oaks, PA on Saturday that the USA 100 will return to the 2013 schedule with a new date and sanctioning body. The 34th Annual USA 100 will now be contested on Saturday May 18th and be sanctioned by the Ultimate Super Late Model Series. The event will pay $10,000 to win and continue with the fan friendly format of two twenty-five lap qualifying races to make it into the fifty lap “A” main. “The USA 100 is one of the longest running late model events in the country and we felt it was important to keep the tradition going; after discussions with Ernie Shelton the owner of the USA 100 and Stan Lester of the Ultimate Super Late Model Series a deal was struck to bring it back for 2013,” commented track owner Bill Sawyer. The USA 100 will take the place of the previously scheduled Ultimate Super Late Model sanctioned Mid-Atlantic Spring Championship on Saturday May 18th. This will be the third year that the series has sanctioned an event at the ½ mile speed plant. “It’s an honor to be a part of one of the county’s longest running races. I appreciate Ernie Shelton, Bill Sawyer and the staff of Virginia Motor Speedway for intrusting the Ultimate Super Late Model Series with sanctioning this time honored event; I look forward to many successful years ahead,” commented Stan Lester Owner and Founder of the Ultimate Super Late Model Series. This will be the eighth year that the USA 100 will be contested at Virginia Motor Speedway. In the previous seven years there has yet to be a repeat winner. Ernie Shelton, with sanctioning from the Mid-Atlantic Championship Series (MACS), first brought the event to the speedway in 2006. “This takes us back to our roots by having a regional touring series sanction the event and I looking forward to working with the Ultimate Super Late Model Series this year; as I have stated in the past the perfect home for the USA 100 is and will always be Virginia Motor Speedway,” commented Ernie Shelton. More details about the event will be released at a later date. Bill Sawyer’s Virginia Motor Speedway, an ASA Member Track, is a 1/2-mile, dirt oval. The track is located on U.S. Route 17, eight miles north of Saluda, VA and 25 miles south of Tappahannock, VA in Jamaica, VA. The speedway is just a short drive from Richmond, Fredericksburg, Southern Maryland and the Hampton Roads area. To learn more about Bill Sawyer’s Virginia Motor Speedway and its 2013 schedule of events, fans may call the Speedway office at (804) 758-1VMS or visit the track’s website at www.vamotorspeedway.com. MEDIA CONTACT: DAVE SEAY (804) 758-1867 OR (804) 357-7223...

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