James Buescher to Drive No. 99 Ruud Toyota Camry
ATLANTA (April 8, 2014) – Rheem Manufacturing Company, announced today that their Ruud (pronounced rüde) brand will sponsor the No. 99 Toyota Camry driven by James Buescher for several races during the 2014 NASCAR Nationwide Series (NNS) season. The first race to debut the special Ruud paint scheme on the No. 99 will be at Darlington Raceway on April 11. Ruud, a member of the Rheem Manufacturing Company’s family of quality brands, is a leading heating, cooling and water heating solutions provider in major markets throughout in the U.S. and Canada.
“The Ruud brand has been providing superior reliability to homes and businesses for over one hundred years. The Ruud reputation for engineering excellence, durability, strength and top performance has been consistently recognized by leading consumer publications as a brand that can be trusted to deliver efficient, reliable performance over the long haul. So, associating this durable brand and its proud history of top performance with former NASCAR Camping World Truck Series® champion, James Buescher driving the RAB Racing No. 99 Camry is a great fit and a proud moment for our company and the Ruud brand, said JR Jones, President and CEO.
In two previous NNS starts at the 1.366-mile oval, Buescher has one top-10 finish. Buescher has also competed at the Darlington Raceway in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series in two events and has recorded two top-10s. The Texan is competing for his first NASCAR Nationwide Series championship. Through the first six events, former NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Champion is currently sitting ninth in points.
“I’m excited to represent the Ruud brand once again this season,” said James Buescher. “Ruud is a very trusted, respected brand and to be able to carry their colors makes me proud. I am especially looking forward to the Darlington race, not only have I had some success at the track but there will be a large contingent of South Carolina Ruud contractors and Ruud distributor, McCall’s Supply in attendance. I know I will have strong support from them.”
About Ruud (www.ruud.com)
Ruud, part of the Rheem family of quality brands, provides heating, cooling and water heating products for residential and light commercial use. Founded more than 100 years ago by the inventor of the water heater, Edwin Ruud, Rheem acquired the Ruud Company in 1960. Today, Rheem continues developing Ruud products in its tradition of quality, reliability and durability.
About RAB Racing
Founded in 2005, RAB Racing with Brack Maggard is a Concord, North Carolina-based auto racing team that fields entries in the NASCAR Nationwide Series. For more information on RAB Racing with Brack Maggard, please call 704-788-7811 or visit www.teamrab.com. Stay up-to-date with the latest happenings by liking the team on Facebook (RAB Racing) and by following the team on Twitter (@RAB_Racing).
