R3 Motorsports Taps Johnny Sauter

For the NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Phoenix International Raceway this Friday night, Johnny Sauter will make a one-race appearance driving the No. 23 Chevrolet for R3 Motorsports. Their hope is that a veteran like Sauter will aid them even more in the tight ownership standings.

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“I really appreciate R3 Motorsports asking me to drive for them this weekend at Phoenix,” said Sauter. “I’ve been keeping an eye on what they’re doing this year and everything seems to be going in a good direction. If I can help them continue in that direction by moving them up the Owner’s Points some more, then it will be a good thing.

“I love racing a track like Phoenix. It’s fast, tricky and keeps you up on the wheel the entire time. A track like this has a layout that makes for some good, competitive racing. I’m looking forward to this, and I get to work with my old crew chief, Steve Plattenberger, again, too.”

Source: R3 Motorsports