Derrike addressed the group and talked extensively of his accomplishments and his frustrations during his NASCAR career. Clearly, he is excited to be racing for his own team where he will have control of key factors such as personnel, development, budget and day to day operations. Budget in the competitive arena of NASCAR is an essential ingredient for success. Derrike estimates that it takes 12 to 15 million dollars to operate a successful one car team. He is optimistic regarding potential sponsorship and was encouraged by the contacts with potential sponsors that have occurred. Derrike is proud of his affiliation with Warren Johnson and clearly pleased that Quest Motor Racing will be capable of running their own in house motor and chassis program. He fully expects that they will begin their testing program in a matter of weeks. Derrike contributed a large supply of shirts and other items from his career for the door prize drawings. Shirts, hats, diecasts and other items were contributed by the fan club and fans. Each person attending received at least one major item in the drawings. Derrike answered all fan questions during the question and answer session and as he usually does honored all autograph and photograph requests. |
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