KENNINGTON BATTLES BACK FOR TOP TEN AT CASTROL SPEEDFEST
May 20 , 2025. DJ Kennington and the #17 Castrol EDGE Dodge team kicked off the 2025 NASCAR Canada Series season this past Sunday at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (CTMP) in the Clarington 200, the featured event of the Castrol Victoria Day Speedfest. Debuting a brand-new racecar for the weekend, the team overcame early adversity and powered through the field to earn a solid seventh-place finish.
Despite high expectations, the new Castrol EDGE Dodge didn’t show the anticipated pace in practice or qualifying, where Kennington posted only the 16th quickest time. The team immediately went to work, reviewing data, video and images before discovering a problem with a shock mount. The crew made the strategic decision to make repairs, which meant forfeiting their qualifying position and starting at the rear of the field.
The move paid off. Once the green flag waved, Kennington charged through the pack, gaining positions with each lap and running just outside the top ten in the early stages. The veteran driver continued to advance and maintained strong pace throughout the event.
At the checkered flag, Kennington crossed the line in seventh place, a testament to the team’s effort and resilience.
The Castrol Victoria Day Speedfest weekend once again delivered thrilling on-track action, and Kennington’s performance sets a strong tone for the season ahead.
DJ Kennington Quotes:
“We knew something was wrong, and once we sorted it out, the Castrol car was awesome. Great job by all the guys—we showed what we’re capable of today. We usually get a late race caution here, and if we had, I think we could’ve grabbed a few more spots. Even with the cool weather, it was great to see so many fans out for this annual kickoff to summer.”
Next up:
DJ Kennington and the Castrol EDGE Dodge team head to the Autodrome Chaudière in Vallee-Jonction, Quebec on Saturday May 31st for the next NASCAR Canada Series race.
May 20 , 2025. DJ Kennington and the #17 Castrol EDGE Dodge team kicked off the 2025 NASCAR Canada Series season this past Sunday at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (CTMP) in the Clarington 200, the featured event of the Castrol Victoria Day Speedfest. Debuting a brand-new racecar for the weekend, the team overcame early adversity and powered through the field to earn a solid seventh-place finish.
Despite high expectations, the new Castrol EDGE Dodge didn’t show the anticipated pace in practice or qualifying, where Kennington posted only the 16th quickest time. The team immediately went to work, reviewing data, video and images before discovering a problem with a shock mount. The crew made the strategic decision to make repairs, which meant forfeiting their qualifying position and starting at the rear of the field.
The move paid off. Once the green flag waved, Kennington charged through the pack, gaining positions with each lap and running just outside the top ten in the early stages. The veteran driver continued to advance and maintained strong pace throughout the event.
At the checkered flag, Kennington crossed the line in seventh place, a testament to the team’s effort and resilience.
The Castrol Victoria Day Speedfest weekend once again delivered thrilling on-track action, and Kennington’s performance sets a strong tone for the season ahead.
DJ Kennington Quotes:
“We knew something was wrong, and once we sorted it out, the Castrol car was awesome. Great job by all the guys—we showed what we’re capable of today. We usually get a late race caution here, and if we had, I think we could’ve grabbed a few more spots. Even with the cool weather, it was great to see so many fans out for this annual kickoff to summer.”
Next up:
DJ Kennington and the Castrol EDGE Dodge team head to the Autodrome Chaudière in Vallee-Jonction, Quebec on Saturday May 31st for the next NASCAR Canada Series race.
