JPG Motorsports to Area Chase Saathoff in Hunt for Elements Limitless AFT Singles Crown
OMER, Mich. (December 21, 2023) – JPG Motorsports is happy to announce its all-new Elements Limitless AFT Singles introduced by KICKER effort managed by Bryan Bigelow and that includes Chase Saathoff aboard Honda CRF450Rs for the 2024 Progressive American Flat Observe season.
Regardless of having solely just lately turned 18, Saathoff has already established himself as one of the promising abilities to hit the Progressive AFT scene in latest seasons. The Illinois native has racked up quite a few accolades in his younger profession, together with being named the 2021 Nicky Hayden AMA Horizon Award winner and 2022 Progressive AFT Rookie of the 12 months.
Saathoff continued his fast ascent in 2023, scoring 9 podiums, together with six runner-up finishes, en path to a fourth-place end within the Elements Limitless AFT Singles championship standings. He’s nicely positioned to take the following step in ‘24 with race wins and title rivalry firmly in his sights.
Saathoff will proceed his shut affiliation with Bigelow, who will function the brand new squad’s Group Supervisor after overseeing the younger ace’s progress ever since he turned professional. A former premier-class racer himself, Bigelow is without doubt one of the most skilled and profitable crew chiefs and workforce managers within the sport.
JPG Motorsports is backed by title sponsor JPG Trucking, which originated as a small family-owned enterprise in 2011. Its proprietor, Luke Guoan, has since grown the enterprise right into a profitable fleet of twenty vans devoted to hauling uncooked lumber for native mills and pallet outlets inside Decrease Michigan.
Guoan has been concerned in racing since a younger age, and, particularly, shares a typical ardour for ice racing on the frozen lakes of Michigan with Bigelow. Racing is a household affair for JPG Motorsports with Guoan’s kids Jerod, Parker, and Graycin lively ice racers themselves.
Group Supervisor Bryan Bigelow:
“2024 will probably be totally different as 100% of the main target will probably be on Chase. I feel he’s confirmed that he’s able to win, and the maturity he has gained is what we at JPG Motorsports are most enthusiastic about. Over the past couple of months, we have now created this workforce which is supported by many nice companions who all share the identical imaginative and prescient – giving Chase all of the instruments wanted to showcase precisely what he’s able to. Lengthy-time mates Dan Caulkins (DPC), Jim Farr (Iowa Metropolis Brake), and Dan Hodder (DHR) had been all keen to leap on board as they too are excited to assist elevate Chase’s profession. With these instruments and the steering on race day reigning Mission SuperTwins champion Jared Mees, JPG Motorsports can’t await Spherical 1 in Daytona!”
Chase Saathoff #88:
“My expectations are excessive going into subsequent season, however most of all I’m hoping to have plenty of enjoyable. I’ve spent the final yr with Bryan as my crew chief, and we actually work nicely collectively. Phrases can’t categorical how grateful I’m for him, Luke, and all of our companions. Deliver on 2024!”
2024 JPG Motorsports Companions:
DPC Racing, Dan Hodder, Iowa Metropolis Brake, Central Motorsports, American Honda, Tri-R Distributing, Kold Kutter, MYMEDHISTORY.com, TB Suspension, PEP Efficiency, AIM Sports activities, RVO Fabrication, Turner Racing, Suter Clutch, RP Race, R-Nyne Graphics, Professional X, Race Profitable Manufacturers, Helmet Home USA, Cortech, SIDI, 100%, Regina, Renthal, Spectro Oils and Hoosier Tires
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