Cleetus McFarland and Squirrel McNutt plan Shake and Bake ARCA race at Talladega
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Updated · Motorsport.com · Apr 25
Cleetus McFarland and Squirrel McNutt plan Shake and Bake ARCA race at Talladega
5 articles · Updated · Motorsport.com · Apr 25
Squirrel McNutt will make his superspeedway debut at Talladega after previous ARCA starts at Hickory, Rockingham, and Kansas, teaming with Cleetus McFarland for Saturday’s race.
Cleetus was recently denied entry to the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Talladega by NASCAR, following his Rockingham debut, but remains eligible for ARCA and Truck superspeedway events.
Both YouTubers, known for their Talladega Nights-inspired 'Shake and Bake' gimmick, aim to build fan support and racing credentials, with Cleetus targeting a Daytona 500 start by 2028.
What specific skills must Cleetus prove before his next superspeedway attempt?
Why did NASCAR overlook Cleetus's prior top-10 finishes in its decision?
Can Crown Vic experience truly prepare a driver for ARCA racing at Talladega?
With a recent series denial, is a 2028 Daytona 500 debut realistic?
Did NASCAR's denial reveal a bias against influencer drivers?
Are YouTubers the future of motorsports marketing or a passing fad?