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KEVIN HARVICK TO COMPETE IN SPEARS CARS TOUR WEST SEASON OPENER

NASCAR Cup Champion Returns to Hometown Track to Battle
in the Super Late Model Division on January 25

Bakersfield, Calif. (Jan. 1, 2025) – SPEARS CARS Tour West announced today that Kevin Harvick will join the Super Late Model field during the series’ highly anticipated season opener on January 25 at Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway.

The event marks the official start of the 2025 SPEARS CARS Tour West season featuring the Limited Pro Late Models, previously known as Pro Late Models, the competitive Super Late Model division and the MMI Legends Tour West presented by Frank's Radio. Additionally, the ARCA Menards Series West will kick off their season during the event as well, further elevating the excitement of the race weekend.

“This is a tremendous opportunity for our competitors to compete alongside Kevin Harvick and demonstrate their abilities on a major stage,” said Tim Huddleston, co-owner of the SPEARS CARS Tour West. “We’ve built this series to provide racers with the platform they deserve, and the season opener is a chance to show the strength of West Coast motorsports.”

Harvick’s participation not only highlights his excitement for the Super Late Model division, it also demonstrates his commitment to grassroots racing and supporting the Bakersfield community.

“I’m excited to be back behind the wheel again in Bakersfield,” Harvick said. “I believe in West Coast racing and this is a great opportunity for the competitors to shine as well as bringing an exciting event to the community.”

For fans, the season opener will deliver an unforgettable experience, showcasing the best in regional racing talent and the thrill of side-by-side action across multiple divisions. The combination of Harvick’s hometown return, the debut of the 2025 SPEARS CARS Tour West season, and the ARCA Menards Series West opener creates a can’t-miss event for motorsports enthusiasts.

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About CARS Tour West
Founded in 2024, the CARS Tour West is the premier stock car series of the West Coast. Under the ownership of California natives Tim Huddleston and Kevin Harvick, the series aims to create an organized, structured, and competitive place for racers on the West Coast. Competing at the best tracks on the West Coast, the CARS Tour West provides the space and platform to crown champions and elevate West Coast racing to the top levels of motorsports.

For more information, please visit www.carstourwest.com.

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