Frank Kimmel to Carry Special Paint Scheme Honoring 400th ARCA Racing Series Start at Iowa Speedway
Marks First Win of the Season for Kimmel

MOORESVILLE, N.C. (July 5, 2010)- When Frank Kimmel rolls into Iowa Speedway to make his 400th-career ARCA Racing Series Presented by RE/MAX and Menards start Saturday night he won't be doing it in his customary Menards Yellow paint scheme.

Ansell and Menards will honor Kimmel's milestone start with a special-edition bright orange and yellow scheme to be run for one race only at Iowa Speedway. Adorning the quarter panel of Kimmel's No. 44 Ansell/Menards Ford Fusion will also be a special sticker commemorating his 400th start.

"On behalf of Ansell protective products, we are proud to be a part of Frank's 400th-career start within the ARCA Racing Series presented by RE/MAX and Menards," said Steve York, Director of Channel Development for Ansell. "Frank has been a fantastic steward for the Ansell brand; he is not only a proven champion but reflects the values we at Ansell represent- a passion for winning along with professionalism in all that he does. We all here at Ansell wish Frank the best for his 400th start and look forward to ongoing success."

"Menards is proud to sponsor the legendary Frank Kimmel," commented Jeff Abbott, Promotions Manager and Spokesperson for Menards. "What a great champion Frank has been throughout the years and reaching this milestone is symbolic with all the hard work and dedication it takes to be successful. Way to go, Frank!"

Kimmel has had an impressive ARCA Racing Series career. Making his debut at Toledo Speedway in 1990, Kimmel has gone on to achieve one of the most impressive careers in ARCA Racing Series history. Along the way he has racked up 74 victories and a record nine championships.

The ARCA Racing Series rolls into Iowa Speedway for the Prairie Meadows 200 on Saturday, July 10th. Live television coverage begins at 9:00 p.m. EST on SPEED with live ARCA Racing Network audio coverage and timing and scoring presented by ARCA Nation will be available at ARCARacing.com.