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SCAG Racing has made another acquisition, announcing the integration of Paul Richards Racing into its fold. The move sees driver Dave Richards and the Versatran/BlueBird Funny Car team transitioning to compete under the SCAG Racing banner, debuting at the NHRA Gatornationals.

“This is a best-case scenario for our Paul Richards Racing team. We’re still all together, same group of great, hardworking guys, just now we get to focus on racing,” Dave Richards said. “When Randy and SCAG approached us with the deal, we knew we couldn’t pass it up. With Versatran and BlueBird they were already making sure we could race a full season and now there’s a sense of stability. My brother Paul and I can’t thank the SCAG team enough for investing in this team, trusting us to represent Versatran, BlueBird and SCAG, and believing we deserve to be out here.”

“It has been a real journey as the owner of Paul Richards Racing since 2007. I have loved every minute of it, and this is just the next step, the next chapter in what I feel is only going to benefit the team in every aspect. I have no doubt that Dave and this Versatran/BlueBird Funny Car team will have success moving forward under SCAG Racing,” added Paul Richards who will act as team manager. “I look forward to diving into the day-to-day management in greater detail. I can’t wait to see what the season has in store for this team. I also want to add I am extremely grateful for the support, kindness and generosity of Randy and his team.”

The Versatran/BlueBird Funny Car, now under SCAG Racing, will join teammates Daniel Wilkerson and Justin Ashley. Dave Richards anticipates the benefits of having teammates, emphasizing the advantages of information sharing and collaborative problem-solving.

Despite the initial challenges, Richards is optimistic about the upcoming season, viewing it as an opportunity for growth. With a mindset focused on continuous improvement, he anticipates overcoming obstacles and aiming to compete with established competitors.