WELD Racing and the Andretti family have been racers, competitors, and partners for over 120 years. Both names are steeped in history and accomplishment. In WELD’s 50th year, the two names are combining for a very special promotion on the tough tracks of the Midwest.
WELD Racing and Andretti Short Track is pleased to announce exciting new plans with the 2014 USAC National Sprint Car Rookie of The Year, Jarett Andretti. Jarett Andretti will announce the heritage partnership in a special press conference on Friday, July 28 at 9:00 am CST at WELD Racing’s corporate offices located in Kansas City, MO.
“We are extremely honored to be working together with Jarett Andretti and his father, John. Like WELD racing, the Andretti name has been synonymous with excellence in motorsports for over half a century,” said Norm Young, President and CEO of WELD Racing. “Jarett Andretti represents the next generation of Sprint Car drivers ready to carve a name for themselves in the dirt and clay of USAC race tracks around the country.”