Sandusky, Ohio (February 23, 2017) – ThorSport Racing announced today that Safelite AutoGlass®, the nation’s largest provider of vehicle glass repair and replacement services, is supporting the No. 27 Toyota Tundra driven by Louisville, KY native, Ben Rhodes in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series (NCWTS).
“This is an amazing opportunity to be partnered with Safelite AutoGlass, Toyota and ThorSport Racing for the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series,” said Rhodes, driver of the No. 27 Safelite AutoGlass Toyota Tundra. “It is an honor to have their colors on the No. 27 Tundra heading into my second-ever Truck race at Daytona.”
With 70 years of service, Safelite knows auto glass. Founded at a single location in Wichita, Kansas in 1947, the Columbus, Ohio based-company has grown into the largest auto glass specialist in the United States, employing 13,000 people with service in all 50 states.
“Safelite AutoGlass leads the industry in vehicle glass repair and replacement,” continued Rhodes. “With their support, we are looking to be the leaders of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series.”
Safelite’s innovative TrueSeal™ technology, MobileGlassShops™, caring customer service, experienced technicians, social responsibility, eco-friendly initiatives, and customer-focused culture are just a few reasons to trust Safelite with your auto glass needs.
“We’re look forward to supporting Ben as a driver for Toyota and connecting with his fans,” explained Renee Cacchillo, Safelite SVP Customer, Brand & Technology. “Partnering with Toyota and NASCAR is an opportunity to align greatly admired brands that share our passion for creating memorable customer experiences.”
The 2017 NCWTS season kicks off with the season-opening NextEra Energy Resources 250 at Daytona (Fla.) International Speedway on Friday, Feb. 24. All the action will be televised live on FOX Sports 1, MRN and SiriusXM NASCAR channel 90 at 7:30pm ET.
About Safelite AutoGlass®:
Safelite AutoGlass® is the nation’s largest provider of vehicle glass repair and replacement services with more than 7,200 MobileGlassShops™ and company stores in all 50 states. Last year, nearly 6 million customers chose Safelite for its 24/7 national contact centers, advanced online scheduling, superior repair and replacement systems, and the industry’s only nationwide lifetime guarantee. Founded in 1947, the Columbus, Ohio-based company employs 13,000 people across the United States. For more information visit: www.Safelite.com.
About ThorSport Racing:
ThorSport Racing, based in Sandusky, Ohio, is the longest-tenured NASCAR Camping World Truck Series team. ThorSport Racing, which has competed in the NCWTS since 1996, will run the No. 88 Menards Toyota Tundra driven by two-time NCWTS drivers’ champion Matt Crafton, the No. 13 JEGS/RIDE TV Toyota Tundra driven by Cody Coughlin, the No. 27 Safelite AutoGlass Toyota Tundra driven by Ben Rhodes, and the No. 98 RIDE TV/Champion Power Equipment/Jive Communications Toyota Tundra. For more information visit www.ThorSport.com.