Evel Knievel/Ike Turner Memorial at Homestead - Jan. 29th 2008

HL Motorsports Skip Barber Racer's have great showing.
Brian Skinner wins with Al Carter taking home a top 5 finishing 4th.
Congratulations to Brian Skinner and Al Carter great showing.

Brian Skinner’s lap chart looked like Evel’s cardiogram – lots of up and downs – but made the whole thing work with a super-slim win over Sean Rayhall: .004 of a second. Gabby Chaves went from 10th to third, Al Carter and Steve Welk rounding out the top five.

 

Axle Performance Eyewear Announcement....
Hoboken, NJ: January 2008: Axle Performance Eyewear today announced for the 2008 ARCA, Busch East and NASCAR racing season that it has signed a partnership agreement with HL Motorsports to be the performance eye wear provider for the HL Motorsports Racing team.

Axle Performance Eyewear and Sunglasses are engineered to offer ultimate protection with extreme optics durability for “optimum ~ maximum” performance. Whether on land, sea, air, on the field or off, Axle Performance Eyewear provides the latest advanced technology, shielding against the world's harshest elements including damaging ultra-violet rays.

Axle and HL Motorsports are two innovative companies both “Revving It Up” at over 100 MPH; proving their performance and appeal to the thousands of fans they serve. Tested and approved by professionals from around the world, Axle ensures that its clients and partners are sporting comfortable, fashionable yet functional eye wear that is crafted for quality and performance.

According to Al Samson, President and founder of Axle Performance Eyewear, “the partnership with an up and coming race team is the exact burst of new energy that Axle craved.” These two companies can move and shake together, standing on performance, drive, and desire to take on the racing world as the next perfect storm.

With a team of the best young talents in Motorsports, Bruce “Hollywood” Hibbs Jr, aka Hollywood Hibbs, and Chad Hackenbracht, HL Motorsports is the future of racing and Axle Eyewear has positioned itself towards becoming the performance eyewear for Motorsports.

To find out more about the sleek styles and products available visit Axle Eyewear at www.axleeyewear.com, and for more about HL Motorsports visit the HL website at www.hlmotorsports.com for racing schedules, trackside events and more.

Getting down to the fundamentals…
Concord, NC: December 2007: Getting down to the fundamentals…The HL Motorsports Team announced the contractual agreement and newly formed partnership with Axle Performance Eye Wear for the 2008 racing season. Both companies move at over 100 MPH, proving their performance and appeal to the thousands of fans they serve. Whether on land, sea, air, on the track or off, Axle Eye Wear will provide you with the style and latest advanced technology to ensure that your eyes get the ultimate protection that they deserve. Check out the sleek styles and products available at www.axleeyewear.com or visit the HL Motorsports website for trackside events.

HL Motorsports signs safety deal...
HL Motorsports located in Concord, NC is proud to announce that Sabelt-Randall Race parts and HL Motorsports has entered into a sponsorship agreement for the 2008 racing season. The HLM staff is happy for the team and what is in the future for our relationship with Sabelt Uniforms. Special thanks to Lori Lucas for putting the deal together for our team and our future relationship.

A Note of Thanks...
Special thanks goes out to the following sponsorship/partnerships for having the same vision and believing in HL Motorsports. These companies have been part of our program for years. Hammerhead Promotions for web and graphic designs, Swedge Lock Fence and Railing, Carter Investments-- Thank you Al and Brian and Midshore Graphics. Also thanks to Cool Shirt for keeping in the race when things heated up! We want to recognize your efforts and thank you for growing with us. Without your support and belief in us it would be much more difficult to make all our dreams come true. Lets make 2008 be the best year for our programs to date.

Thank You - HL Motorsports

HLM meets and greets at the PRI show...
Florida provided much needed exposure and networking for the HL Motorsports Team. Work came first as the drivers and staff finalized some marketing plans for the 2008 season. Then it came time to cut loose and enjoy the sport at its finest. The PIR Show turned out a large crowd with interacts between HLM and many vendors, sponsors and fans. Next stop and a little playtime for the team, was to CCMP for some good old Saturday night racing, television interviews and driver intros & autographs.

Thanks again Bobbie for all of your hospitality, HLM can't wait to make it back your way!

 

16 Year-Old Bruce Hibbs Jr. Brings 13 Years of Experience to NASCAR
Written by Arianne Hegeman - www.girlsgarage.com
November 6. 2007

Think back to what you were doing at the age of 16. Some of us enjoyed being mischievous. Smashing mailboxes with baseball bats was a favorite Friday night activity. Others held weekend pool parties with high school friends. The responsible teens were busying working at the local fast food restaurant; saving for car insurance or a pair of jeans. A few spent time studying and preparing for college.

Bruce Hibbs Jr., a 16-year old racing phenomenon; is busy putting the teenage stereotype to bed. He has spent the past decade running full throttle towards the finish line. Hibbs Jr. has spent time competing on both dirt and asphalt tracks across the nation while mingling with the likes of NASCAR Busch and Nextel Cup series teams. At the age of 16, Bruce Hibbs Jr. has a plan and it includes a victory lane near you.

Bruce started racing before he could tie his shoes. “My dad was racing late models in Wisconsin and I started racing go-karts. It’s in my blood, him and my pop-pop, he raced too.” The Hibbs family made racing more than just something to do on the weekends; they made it a way of life. “I wanted to follow in my dad’s footsteps and drive a race car like he did. I just followed through with it throughout my childhood and now into my career.”

The hard work has paid off for Bruce and his family as he prepares for an exciting 2008.

With 13 years of experience already under his belt, Hibbs plans to take his past and build a solid future in NASCAR. “Right now, our goal is to run some of the 2008 Busch East schedule and ARCA too. But eventually, I’d like to see myself in Nextel Cup.”

Hibbs Jr. has already made friends with other up-and-coming stars. “I look up to my friend Stephen Leicht. He helps me a lot, gives me advice and is just there to answer questions.” Bruce has also taken the careers of Nextel Cup drivers and learned from example. “I like how Tony Stewart drives. I also like Matt Kenseth and enjoyed watching the early success of his career.” Kenseth and Hibbs both grew up in Wisconsin and represent NASCAR’s success outside of the Southeast.

Like one of his favorite Cup drivers Tony Stewart, Bruce Hibbs Jr. has had success on dirt; the most challenging of all racing surfaces. “I’ve raced Sprint cars on dirt. In fact, I won Rookie of the Year at Nationals. That has to be my favorite memory; winning at the Nationals. It was only my third time in a sprint car. I was 14 at the time. I like racing on dirt, but I like asphalt too, it’s a toss up.”

Being around racing all of his life has helped Bruce Hibbs Jr. learn from the lessons that come along with sponsorship and getting that big break into the top tiers. But his interest in competing in NASCAR has brought along new obstacles that he welcomes with open arms. “Besides sponsorship; getting used to asphalt has been a challenge, Stephen Leicht has helped me with that. I’m surprised by the weight ratio of the sprint cars compared to an asphalt car. Sprint cars are really light and have a lot of horsepower; the asphalt cars just don’t take off as quickly as the sprints. It’s taken some getting used to, but I’m up for the challenge.”

Hibbs Jr. is very humble and easily acknowledges the people who have helped him fulfill his dreams. “My dad, he’s been with me every step of the way. My whole family has supported me.” Bruce is the youngest of four children and is the only boy. He has three older sisters who had no interest in racing. But they have all been a part of his success and he looks forward to sharing even more racing memories with them. “And of course, there is Laurie Reitz, who I met when I was down in Daytona with the ARCA team that I’ve been talking to. She was taking pictures at the race and took one of me. We starting talking and we’ve been friends ever since. She’s helped get my name out there”.

The 2007 off-season will find Bruce Hibbs and Co. preparing for 2008. A new team is being formed with HL Motorsports and new sponsorship will soon follow. Race fans will want to watch for Bruce Hibbs, Jr. It is only a matter of time before his name will be on the hot list.
For more information on Bruce Hibbs Jr., visit www.brucehibbsjr.com

HL Motorsports Moving Forward....
Charlotte, NC - - - November 3, 2007, LC American Press: HL Motorsports, LLC steps up their game to take on the challenges of a full schedule for the 2008 & future racing seasons. Yesterday’s discussions resulted in the teams first purchase of 4 top NASCAR Cup cars (110”) and a motor agreement. This development is following HLM’s recent contract for the team’s facility; future details to follow on the website.

Interviewed-one of the drivers for HLM- Bruce Hibbs, Jr.- "We want to win races, and championships! With my team mates, champion built racecars, & a proven winner - crew chief Rodney Jockish, I feel this gives us the best opportunity to make that happen."

Team owners remarked; “We are excited that with the new partnerships and sponsors that we can continue to build on previous years’ successes.” HLM disclosing that there are still some remaining individual sponsorships for interested companies currently available.
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Bruce turns right & left en route to Victory Lane at Road America

October 2, 2007 Bruce Hibbs, Jr was turning heads and gaining priceless knowledge this past week at Road America while logging in approximately 1400 miles of asphalt expertise. The instruction and direction provided by the Skip Barber staff proved to be beneficial in the key areas of tire management, drafting, and cornering techniques.
During a CNN interview with Juan Carlos Malmane Director/CEO, Bruce Jr was quoted on his thoughts of the overall experience; “It is my belief that any aspiring driver should attend this training, the knowledge has proven to be invaluable with the insight of 2 years of racing into one week!” The statement was later reinforced by the young Hibbs in the September 29th Regional Racing event as he drove his way to the front, taking on victory lane and earning both the win and title as Rookie of the Race.
Bruce Jr continues to admire the encouragement and leadership of both Jim Pace and Al Carter as he is confident that, placed in a properly prepared car, the opportunity and growth gained from their counsel will catapult his talents to the next level. Special thanks and gratitude to Jim Pace winner of last years 24 hr Rolex and the 12 hrs of Sebring what a great instructor to have teach you one on one with in car racing. I got alot from the private secsions I recieved from him. and also the entire Skip Barber staff. Thanks to Don,Bruce,Phil,Rob, Steve and all the others who helped me out. Bruce Jr. is now eligible for a National SCCA licence. He finished 10 and 1/2 seconds in front of second place and 24 seconds over third. With the high speed 4 mile track 14 corners and 31 shifts per round Hibbs showed he could get it done.

Bruce featured in an article in spanish motorsports magazine, Info Auto