By: Dumoulin Competition
May 23 2017
First race with Spectra Premium’s NSCR100 radiator
Bowmanville, Ontario – The #04 Spectra Premium / Bernier Crépeau / Groupe Bellemare / MIA crew has demonstrated all its determination and perseverance today, on the Canadian Tire Motorsport Park circuit. In twelfth on the starting grid, Jean-François Dumoulin has been able to come back strong several times during this race marked by unstable weather conditions, even making his way to fourth place a few laps before the end. The Spectra Premium ambassador has been able to defend his place decisively, and crossed the finish line in seventh place, despite the unrelenting rain and his slick-tire-equipped car.
Saturday’s qualifiers paved the way for adjustments which allowed Jean-François Dumoulin to make a quick comeback during the Can-Am 200 event. Furthermore, the #04 Spectra Premium / Bernier Crépeau / Groupe Bellemare / MIA car could fully deploy its performance potential in the race.
“We’re quite proud of the team’s accomplishments this weekend. The car is performing well, and the NSCR100 Spectra Premium radiator has been very efficient throughout the race. On the second-to-last relaunch, we made the decision to keep the slick tires. However, the rain intensified, and the water accumulation on the track made racing difficult for the last few laps. Seventh place is very encouraging for the rest of the season. It’s the first time I get to participate in the NASCAR Pinty’s championship, and everything is being done to ensure our success”, shares the driver of the #04 Spectra Premium / Bernier Crépeau / Groupe Bellemare / MIA car.
Next race: Delaware Speedway (Delaware, Ontario)
Jean-François Dumoulin and the #04 Spectra Premium / Bernier Crépeau / Groupe Bellemare/ MIA team will be on-track this upcoming June 6 for the return of the NASCAR Pinty’s series on the Delaware Speedway circuit.
Results of the race: http://hometracks.nascar.com/results/nps-ctmp-52117-results
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
Canadian Tire Motorsport Park : canadiantiremotorsportpark.com
Delaware Speedway : delawarespeedway.com
Dumoulin Compétition : dumoulincompetition.com
NASCAR Pinty's Series: hometracks.nascar.com/series/pintys-series
Facebook : facebook.com/dumoulincompetition
Twitter: @DumoulinDC / @jf_dumoulin / @DumoulinLP
Youtube : youtube.com/user/dumoulincompetition