Brad Perez details costs of competing in NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series

Brad Perez, a driver in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, shares insights into the financial and emotional costs of competing. He highlights the challenges of securing sponsorship and the impact of high entry fees, including a $3,600 cost for a season hard card. The volatility of the sport requires drivers to constantly seek funding while balancing driving with crew responsibilities, as Perez does with Young's Motorsports. His journey reflects the broader challenges faced by many aspiring NASCAR drivers.

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