Camping World to Sponsor GIR NASCAR Craftsman Trucks

Gateway International Raceway announced today that Camping World has entered into a multi-year agreement with the facility that includes title sponsorship of this year's NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race at GIR. The Camping World 200 presented by Honda Power Equipment is scheduled for Sept. 6.

Camping World is a sponsor at several levels in NASCAR, including the NASCAR Camping World East and West Series, as well as the title sponsor of several races at different tracks across the country and several drivers, including the defending NCTS champion and Kevin Harvick Inc. driver, Ron Hornaday.

"The sponsorship of the Camping World 200 presented by Honda Power Equipment complements our growing involvement in NASCAR Racing," said Marcus Lemonis, Chairman and CEO of Camping World. "We know thousands of our customers from the St. Louis area fill the stands for this weekend each year and we are pleased to support their passion for racing.

"This sponsorship program will assist us in introducing our brand to the outdoor enthusiasts in the area which is important to us as our future plans include opening a permanent Camping World store in close proximity to the Raceway," added Lemonis.

It was at Gateway last year when Ron Hornaday took the points lead that would eventually lead him to his record-tying third NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series title and give Harvick, a two-time GIR winner in the NASCAR Nationwide Series, his first championship as an owner.

"It's hard to find a race on the NASCAR schedule where you don't see the familiar blue and yellow Camping World logo," GIR Vice President and General Manager Lenny Batycki said. "We're honored to be a part of the Camping World family and honored to be affiliated with one of the most renowned racers in NASCAR, Ron Hornaday."