Whelen Modified Crew Chief Penalized
Rules Infraction By No. 75 Team At Stafford Motor Speedway
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Jerry Solomito, the crew chief for the No. 75 team that competes in the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour, has been penalized for rules violations committed during practice June 6 at Stafford Motor Speedway.
The infraction is a P3 level penalty and violates Sections 12-1 (actions detrimental to stock car racing) and Section 20D-2.3 (Improperly attached weight. Added weight must be securely bolted to the frame rail with a minimum of two (2), 3/8 inch diameter high quality bolts and painted white with the car number or team identification permanently legible on it.) of the 2014 rule book. As a result, Solomito has been fined $500 and suspended from NASCAR until the fine is paid. The infraction was discovered during the practice session.
Sources: NASCAR PR
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