May 21, 2025
600 Miles of Remembrance:
Sgt. Nicole Gee:
Kaulig Racing and the No. 16 team will honor Sgt. Nicole Gee and her legacy during the Coca-Cola 600 weekend. Sgt. Gee will ride along with AJ Allmendinger for 600 miles, with her name featured on the windshield and over the right-side door.
Sgt. Gee exemplified what it meant to be a United States Marine with her determination to learn, lead and inspire. On August 26th, 2021, Sgt. Gee lost her life as part of a Female Engagement Team to facilitate evacuation support for Afghan women and children. Gee held a vital role in America’s largest airlift operation.
As a 23-year-old Marine, Sgt. Gee was proud. Proud to be a United States Marine, proud of who she was, and proud of the work she was doing in Afghanistan.
Specialist Eric M. Finniginam:
This weekend, Kaulig Racing and the No. 10 Chevrolet will honor Specialist Eric M. Finniginam for the Coca-Cola 600 weekend. Spc. Finniginam, known as Finn to most, will ride along with Ty Dillon for 600 Miles of Remembrance as we honor his legacy and his service to our country.
Spc. Finniginam was killed in action on May 1, 2010, in Kunar Province, Afghanistan, while serving with the United States Army, 4th Infantry Division, 2-12 Infantry Battalion.
Spc. Finniginam was a dedicated soldier, a loyal friend, and a loving father. He exemplified the highest standards of professionalism, perseverance, and camaraderie. His strong work ethic, unwavering positivity, and unmatched sense of humor made him an invaluable presence among his peers and leaders alike.
Spc. Finniginam served as a rifleman and 240 gunner, demonstrating exceptional dedication and selflessness. His contributions to his unit and his unwavering commitment to his fellow soldiers will never be forgotten.
His legacy of service and sacrifice inspired the creation of The Fallen Outdoors, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing outdoor adventures for veterans and service members. Through this initiative, Finn’s passion for the outdoors and the deep bonds he shared with his brothers-in-arms continue to impact the veteran community, offering healing and connection beyond military service.
This weekend, the No. 10 Grizzly Nicotine Pouches Chevy honors Spc. Finniginam and the 7,064 men and women who gave their lives in Afghanistan and Iraq. Every name is inscribed on the car in tribute to their courage, sacrifice, and patriotism.
Ty Dillon Plays Ball!
At Charlotte Motor Speedway:
10 Team Info
Crew Chief: Andrew Dickeson
Partner: Grizzly Nicotine Pouches
Ty Dillon, No. 10 Grizzly Nicotine Pouches Camaro ZL1
Grizzly Nicotine Pouches: Grizzly Nicotine Pouches returns to Dillon’s No. 10 Chevrolet this weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway for the Coca-Cola 600. Grizzly Nicotine Pouches, a tobacco leaf-free product available nationwide (where permitted), will also have a major associate position on Dillon’s entry all season.
At Charlotte:
“This is an exciting weekend with friends and family coming out and it’s such an amazing race with the 600 Miles of Remembrance as we honor our military, and the ones that have given the ultimate sacrifice. We have some good momentum going into the weekend after last weekend at North Wilkesboro and even from Kansas where we had the speed, just not the result. It should be a good weekend for Memorial Day weekend and hopefully we can capitalize and get a good finish for our No. 10 Grizzly Nicotine Chevy team.”
– Ty Dillon on Charlotte Motor Speedway
16 Team Info
Crew Chief: Trent Owens
Partner: LeafFilter Gutter Protection
AJ Allmendinger, No. 16 LeafFilter Gutter Protection Camaro ZL1
LeafFilter Gutter Protection: LeafHome, a company offering a variety of home improvement solutions, including LeafFilter Gutter Protection, is committed to actively supporting veterans and their families with the transition from the military. Using their comprehensive Veterans Program, LeafHome offers recruitment, hiring and career nurturing opportunities to those who have served.
The program, that began in 2020, currently has 176 current military employees actively employed at Leaf Home. In addition, 29 transitioning military interns participating in their VetConnect Military Talent Program.
At Charlotte:
“Charlotte is one of the staples that we have in NASCAR, one of the crown jewels, and it’s fun to be a part of it. This weekend is a long, grueling race, but our mile and a half program has been really solid this year. We have the opportunity to have speed and be competitive. Charlotte’s always been one of my favorite mile-and-a-half racetracks; it’s definitely very heat sensitive, technical, and rough in three and four.
– AJ Allmendinger on Charlotte Motor Speedway
We’re looking forward to going there after the All-Star race where we had a break from points racing. We were able to reset knowing that this can be a really good stretch of races for us ahead. We’re looking to kick it off right with a good 600-mile run.”
10 Team Info
Crew Chief: Kevin Walter
Partner: Race to Stop Suicide
Daniel Dye, No. 10 Race to Stop Suicide Chevrolet
Race to Stop Suicide: Daniel Dye will pilot the No. 10 Race to Stop Suicide Chevrolet at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Race to Stop Suicide leverages the passion and community of motorsports to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and provide critical support for suicide prevention and mental health. Through events and initiatives, the organization drives important conversations, inspires hope, and races toward saving lives. The No. 10 Chevy will also feature the Race to Stop Suicide in-car camera in the BetMGM 300.
At Charlotte:
“I really enjoy racing at Charlotte and had a really fast truck there last year. This No. 10 team has been on a roll lately and started to put together solid finishes and build some momentum before the two week break. I’m also really excited to have Race to Stop Suicide back on the car, a cause that’s really special to me, as part of Mental Health Awareness month.”
– Daniel Dye on Charlotte Motor Speedway
11 Team Info
Crew Chief: Eddie Pardue
Partner: Alloy Employer Services
Josh Williams, No. 11 Alloy Employer Services Chevrolet
Alloy Employer Services: Based in Columbus, Ohio, Alloy Employer Services helps a range of clients, from small businesses to large employers. Industries served include healthcare, transportation, manufacturing, maintenance, hospitality, and construction. Alloy’s Midwest roots have led to national reach, serving clients with workers nationwide because of a love to design, build and innovate in our industry. Alloy Employer Services is a Fortune-HR, LLC company.
At Charlotte:
“Charlotte is always one of those places that you want to run good at. We’ve got a lot of partners, friends, and family who come every year, so it was pretty exciting with how we finished last year. It’s been a nice two-week break, but I’m ready for this weekend.”
– Josh Williams on Charlotte Motor Speedway
16 Team Info
Crew Chief: Alex Yontz
Partner: Campers Inn RV
Christian Eckes, No. 16 Campers Inn RV Chevrolet
Campers Inn RV: Campers Inn RV is a family-operated RV dealership with a mission: As the Trusted Resource of the Recreation Industry, we enrich the lives of our customers by specializing in products and services that help them find their “AWAY.”
In observance of Memorial Day weekend, the No. 16 Campers Inn RV Chevy will feature a patriotic scheme memorializing family members and fallen shipmates of Campers Inn RV employees that were on the USS Stark, a U.S. frigate struck by two Iraqi jet aircraft missiles in the Persian Gulf on May 17, 1987.
At Charlotte:
“Racing in front of family and friends during Memorial Day weekend is always special. It’s an honor to be able to pay tribute to all those who made the ultimate sacrifice for us to be able to do what we love, and I’m thankful to Campers Inn RV for the opportunity to recognize many of those brave men and women. We’ve had a good two-week break to get focused and work on a few things, so we’re excited to get back to it at Charlotte.”
– Christian Eckes on Charlotte Motor Speedway
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