STATESVILLE, N.C.: Cyclum NextGen Travel Centers, Capstone Engineered Solutions, and Gallagher Insurance will extend their partnership with Kole Raz and AM Racing for the ARCA Menards Series East season opener at Five Flags (Fla.) Speedway in Pensacola, Fla., on March 22, 2025.
The team will feature a 76® Renewable Diesel-branded car, highlighting their focus on sustainability and performance.
Through its relationship with Cyclum NextGen Travel Centers — which offers Traditional, Transitional, and Renewable (“TTR”) Fuels powered by “Green” energy alongside full-service travel center conveniences—the team aims to secure its third consecutive top-10 finish in the ARCA Menards Series.
Rising star and Cyclum-backed winning driver Raz nearly captured a win in the season-opening Ride the Dente 200 at Daytona International Speedway, ultimately securing a strong sixth-place finish.
Two weeks ago, at Phoenix Raceway, Raz and the Statesville, N.C.-based AM Racing team continued to promote Cyclum NextGen’s partnership with the iconic 76 brand, using 76 Fuel for retail light-duty auto fueling.
Despite qualifying being canceled for the second straight ARCA Menards Series race, Raz started mid-pack but powered through the field in his No. 76 AM Racing Ford Mustang, securing a hard-fought sixth-place finish in overtime.
As the team prepares for the first race of the eight-event ARCA Menards Series East schedule, they aim to keep their momentum rolling while reinforcing the significance of Cyclum NextGen Travel Centers’ partnership with Phillips 66.
The team will continue spotlighting 76 Renewable Diesel’s role in supporting sustainability and environmental responsibility.
“Five Flags Speedway is one of the most well-known short tracks in the country,” said Raz. “This venue has an astonishing amount of history. I’ve been fortunate enough to compete in the last couple of Snowball Derby’s and now, I have a great opportunity because of Cyclum NextGen Travel Centers and their partners to put AM Racing in Victory Lane on Saturday night.
“From my experience in the Super Late Model, it’s an extremely line-dependent racetrack down in Turns 1 and 2, which I know will correlate to our ARCA cars. It’s also low grip, rough, and a good amount of banking. I believe every driver will fight to drive up off the corner.”
Raz, the former ARCA Menards Series West winner, also looks forward to the opportunity to bring further attentiveness and education about Cyclum NextGen Travel Centers and their focus on the significance of reducing carbon emissions and advancing cleaner fuel alternatives on and off the track.
“I’m really proud to represent Cyclum NextGen Travel Centers and the push for cleaner fuel alternatives,” added Raz. “It’s not just about racing — it’s about showing that performance and sustainability can go hand in hand. Every lap we run with 76 Renewable Diesel is proof that we can make a difference on and off the track.”
Cyclum NextGen is strategically expanding its footprint across the country, with a current focus on the Southeast, including Florida, the Central North region, encompassing Illinois and Indiana, and the West, including California.
“At Cyclum Renewables, we’re not just building the future of sustainable travel centers—we’re redefining what’s possible. No matter where fleets are in their clean fuel transition, we’re here to help with solutions that make sense for today and pave the way for tomorrow.
“Our commitment to innovation and energy independence is driving real change, and I’m proud to be part of a team making a lasting impact on the industry,” offered Candy Bronzi, West Coast Marketing Manager.
