Hill Joins USFD Racing In 2010 Warren Hill will become the fifth driver to join USFD Racing, this team was designed to bring awareness through motorsports the needs of the many departments in the fire department and rescue industry that depend on support to continue their efforts and to honor our full time firemen and rescue squads that serve us every day. With the addition of Warren Hill to the team we will be able to continue our efforts in exposing new fans to our cause. Warren Hill is an accomplished driver and champion in the drag racing community and will be competing in the ECPRA Series.
Fundraiser Please support Oceanport Volunteer Firefighters Fund Raiser; they will be having the Comedy Tornado at their firehouse on January 16th, call 732-921-8025 for ticket info.
The Red KnightsThe Red Knights International Motorcycle Club is an organization composed exclusively of Firefighters with International Affiliation dedicated to promoting motorcycle safety and fellowship among firefighters who ride motorcycles. Membership is open to ALL firefighters, ACTIVE or RETIRED, who have access to a motorcycle and hold a current valid motorcycle license. Spouses, members’ children, boy and/or girlfriends and brothers/sisters are also welcome for membership as Social Members. Currently a local chapter for the Charlotte, NC area is being developed. All parties that are interested in participating in the chapter should contact Jim Board at cell: 704-453-1362 E-mail: jboard@usfdracing.org
USFD Racing Driver Featured On Lowe's Motor Speedway Website USFD Driver driver Kevin Aube Legends competitor in the Masters division has been featured on the Lowe's Motor Speedway web site.
Dave Thamez Competing For USFD Racing 2007 Stateline Speedway Sr. champ kart champion Dave Thamez returns to full time competition in 2010 as the fourth driver to join the USFD Racing team. With the addition of Thamez to the team, USFD Racing is continuing its efforts encouraging fans and fellow competitors in different categories of racing to honor the firemen of the United States and volunteer fire departments and rescue squads of our nation through motorsports. While also bringing his experience as driver to the team Dave Thamez is a former United States Air Force fireman and volunteer fireman for the Hilldersburg Volunteer Fire Dept.
FDNY Honors Jim Rosenblum NASCAR Truck Owner
In recognition of his interest in the traditions of the Fire Service, the welfare of firefighters, and the principles of fire prevention, New York City Fire Commissioner Nicholas Scoppetta designated Jim Rosenblum as Battalion Chief in the Fire Department of the City of New York. Jim Rosenblum, Nascar team owner, has used his race team to raise funds for the Children's funds for the FDNY as well as the NYPD. Rosenblum was previously honored by Mayor Michael Bloomberg with New York City's prestigious Liberty Medal.
Andy Lally To Pilot The #28 In Daytona Jim Rosenblum announced today that Andy Lally, winner of the 2009 Rolex 24hrs at Daytona Speedway in the #67 TRG Porsche 997, will drive for FDNY Racing Team in the Camping World Truck Series for Daytona’s Chevy Silverado 250 on February 13th, 2009.AndyLally.com
Wayne Edwards Returns To Daytona Edwards finished 17th for FDNY Racing at Daytona in 2008 and will return February 13th to start at this historic track in the #22 entered by Gun Broker Racing, Edwards is also the crew chief and hauler driver for the #22. Tune in Friday night to see one of the most versatile drivers in the racing industry competing in the first race of the Camping World Truck Series in 2009.