By: Dumoulin Competition
May 19 2017
Louis-Philippe Dumoulin’s Car to be Equipped with the Spectra Premium NSCR100 Radiator
Trois-Rivières, Québec – Spectra Premium has confirmed the allocation of necessary funding to ensure Jean-François Dumoulin’s participation in all 2017 NASCAR Pinty’s Series race events. The good news comes just prior to the start of the 2017 season and will provide Spectra Premium’s ambassador the opportunity to compete for the championship. The #04 Spectra Premium / Bernier Crépeau / Groupe Bellemare/ MIA team is raring to go and more determined than ever to deliver a winning performance every time that they are on the track.
“The latest test results on the Spectra Premium NSCR100 radiator have been extremely encouraging and we are confident that Jean-François can set his sights on the championship title,” said Jason Best, Senior Vice President, Spectra Premium. “Our teams worked together to create a high-performance radiator with the same devotion and engineering quality used every day in the development and production of our auto parts.”
“I’m happy and proud to represent the Spectra Premium brand, along with all of my sponsors, across Canada this year,” noted Jean-François Dumoulin. “Our team is competitive and our car is better than ever. We’re here to win races and to fight for the championship title.”
Louis-Philippe Dumoulin’s Car to be Equipped with the Spectra Premium NSCR100 Radiator
During the most recent on-track tests Louis-Philippe Dumoulin and the entire Dumoulin Competition team had the opportunity to become familiar with the new Spectra Premium NSCR100 radiator. After having participated in the development of the NSCR100 radiator, this collaboration will see the #04 and #47 cars on the starting grid with the high performance radiator under their hoods.
“Spectra Premium produces high quality parts, such as the NSCR100 radiator. It’s a strong asset to have this radiator in the competitive and high-performance field of auto racing,” said Louis-Philippe Dumoulin, driver of the #47 WeatherTech Canada / Groupe Bellemare car. “It makes me very happy to be able to count on the support of Spectra Premium as a partner, as well as to see my brother participate in the entire race season.”
ABOUT PARTNERS
Spectra Premium Industries is a privately held company headquartered in Boucherville, Quebec, Canada. Spectra Premium is a team of more than 1,300 dedicated employees that specializes in auto parts manufacturing and distribution. The Company owns and operates four manufacturing plants and 17 warehouses. With its international distribution networks and unparalleled customer and after sales service, Spectra Premium is the automobile manufacturers’, auto technicians’ and handymen’s choice for reliable, quality parts and automotive systems. Trust your vehicle to Spectra Premium. spectrapremium.com
Bernier Crepeau Chrysler Fiat: With 25 years of experience, the family business has built an enviable reputation in the field of vehicle acquisition. If the future of this company is linked to the loyalty of its customers, it is also held by the reliability and strong communication of its team. This team is at your disposal, ready to listen to you, to hear you. Passion, care, and determination. A team willing to go the extra mile, with its ears wide open. berniercrepeau.com
Group Bellemare: Competitive and dynamic, Thomas Bellemare's innovative and growing family team is ready to take on any challenge. With support from senior members and a qualified team of managers, the third-generation Bellemares are reaching new heights. Built upon a solid past, the company moves forward with an exceptional team of experts and seeks a select group of clients. Our clients continue to benefit from our wide variety of services that target a large number of sectors. As a result, our visibility is constantly on the rise. Working with the Bellemare team has become a measure of success. Start off right by choosing a winning team! groupebellemare.com
MIA – Motorsports In Action: With over 50 years of combined Motorsport experience, MIA is making a name for itself in the industry in “La Belle Province”. Being trackside, situated at Autodrome St-Eustache, gives our clients “real time” results, testing their vehicles. One stop shopping is our strength, from high-end mechanics, exotic automotive maintenance, complete race car building and design to prestige paint and meticulous detailing. “Leave it, then enjoy it!” motorsportsinaction.com.
Trois-Rivières Mitsubishi is proud to be one of the first Mitsubishi dealers in Canada (opening in 2002). The commitment from Mitsubishi is defined by the quality, reliability and durability of its vehicles, notably with their 10-year warranty, the best in the industry! Pride, integrity and respect are the values of the Trois-Rivières Mitsubishi team. troisrivieresmitsubishi.com
FEATS AND HIGHLIGHTS - JEAN-FRANÇOIS DUMOULIN
First podium in the NASCAR Canadian Tire series on May 17, 2015 (3rd place – Canadian Tire Motorsport Park)
The first Quebec-born driver to win twice the Rolex 24 in Daytona; 2004 (SGS and 2007 (GT).
Caught the attention of the renowned Player's Driver Development Program scout (Formula Ford and Formula Atlantic), became one of the youngest drivers ever to be recruited, and was touted as a strong contender for the championship title in Formula Ford (1996 and 1997 seasons).
Champion of the Grand-Am Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge GS, USA in 2003 (9 podiums).
Champion of the Grand-Am Continental Tire Sport Car Challenge ST, USA in 2002 (5 podiums).
In Montreal's 2009 edition of Nascar Nationwide, he finished his first race in 7th position aboard a badly damaged car and won the hearts of numerous fans and reporters.
In 2000, he was the Motorola Cup Series Vice-Champion, during a season that included a 1st place podium finish after having begun the race in 52nd position at the Molson Indy event in Ontario, Canada.
WEBSITES:
Spectra Premium : spectrapremium.com
Bernier Crépeau Chrysler Fiat : berniercrepeau.com
Groupe Bellemare : groupebellemare.com
MIA - Motorsports In Action : motorsportsinaction.com
Trois-Rivières Mitsubishi : troisrivieresmitsubishi.com
Dumoulin Compétition : dumoulincompetition.com
NASCAR Pinty's Series: hometracks.nascar.com/series/pintys-series
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Twitter: @DumoulinDC / @jf_dumoulin / @DumoulinLP
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