Luke Fenhaus NASCAR Daytona debut will take place on February 14 at the Daytona International Speedway, marking a significant milestone both for him and Hettinger Racing as they step into the high-profile NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series. With Jobber, a well-known provider of software for blue collar businesses, signing on as the primary partner for the No. 5 Ford Mustang Dark Horse, this debut is set against a backdrop of fresh collaboration and anticipation.
Hettinger Racing, led by Chris Hettinger and recognized for its roots in Late Model grassroots racing, will compete in its first NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race during the United Rentals 300. The team’s collaboration with Jobber, a company powering over 350,000 service professionals across diverse industries with tools for quoting, payments, and communication, underscores the connection between business innovation and motorsport ambition.
Jobber’s Role and Perspective on the Racing Partnership
Jobber’s involvement with blue collar businesses extends beyond software, touching on grants, industry events, and resources tailored to support service professionals. Their partnership with Fenhaus and Hettinger Racing reflects a shared appreciation for resilience and continual improvement, qualities central to both business owners and race teams.
“NASCAR is all about athletes like Luke who know how to grind,”
said Sam Pillar, CEO and co-founder of Jobber.
“Drivers, crews and team owners are all focused on getting a little better every lap. That’s the same mindset we see in blue collar entrepreneurs – people who care deeply about their craft and are always looking for ways to run smarter and grow.”
– Sam Pillar, CEO and co-founder of Jobber
This perspective reinforces Jobber’s mission of boosting the efficiency and growth of its clients, paralleling the drive for constant performance improvement seen in racing.
Team Owner and Driver Aligned in Vision
Chris Hettinger, owner of Hettinger Racing and Victory Custom Trailers in Michigan, emphasized how the partnership with Jobber represents a natural alignment with their race team’s ethos. Hettinger draws a strong comparison between the hands-on nature of blue collar work and the demands of competitive racing.
“We’ve been steadily building toward this moment and we’re incredibly proud to have Jobber on our Ford Mustang for our first NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race,”
said Chris Hettinger.
“Our race team, and Luke in particular, embody Jobber’s customers. We’re hands on, always on the go, and we want to win. We don’t need anything slowing us down. Jobber understands that, and for a business owner like me, they’re essential to a smooth-running operation.”
– Chris Hettinger, Team Owner
This relationship is poised to facilitate not only success on the track but also operates as a case study in business efficiency and teamwork.
Fenhaus’s Path to Daytona and the Pinnacle of Stock Car Racing
Luke Fenhaus, a 21-year-old from Wausau, Wisconsin, has methodically risen through NASCAR’s ranks, securing victories in Late Models and two ARCA Menards Series wins. His growing reputation led to twelve starts in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, where he achieved a career-best third-place finish at Michigan International Speedway after securing pole position.
“Late Models are my foundation, ARCA helped me take the next step, and the Truck Series taught me what it takes to compete at a national level. To be making my NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series debut at Daytona is something I’ve worked toward for a long time, and I’m ready for it.
“I’m proud to represent Jobber and gracious for their support. For a racer like me who’s scratching and clawing for every opportunity, their partnership means everything.”
– Luke Fenhaus, Driver
Fenhaus’s ambition and gratitude reflect his determination to maximize every opportunity as he enters this new chapter with Hettinger Racing and Jobber by his side.
Race Preparation and National Spotlight
The schedule for the United Rentals 300 features practice on February 13 from 4:30 p.m. to 5:20 p.m. EST, followed by qualifying the next morning. The 120-lap main event will begin at 5 p.m. on February 14, with live coverage on The CW and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio, ensuring national attention for Fenhaus’s highly anticipated debut.
The entry of Fenhaus and Hettinger Racing into the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series at Daytona, underlined by support from Jobber, is expected to inspire both blue collar entrepreneurs and racing enthusiasts. With the focus, intensity, and teamwork reminiscent of successful business owners, this milestone debut stands as a testament to Fenhaus’s persistence and the collaborative spirit driving his team forward.
