Kenny Peeples, Jr. Awarded $2,000 Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Win at Wythe Raceway

Kenny Peeples, Jr., of Surfside Beach, South Carolina, was awarded the $2,000 victory on Saturday night at Wythe Raceway after apparent winner Dawson Lowe was disqualified in post-race inspection. Dawson, who came into round nine of the Schaeffer's Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series leading the point standings, had earned Fast Time honors during the qualifying session at the sprawling Rural Retreat, Virginia speedplant before leading all twenty-five circuits in the headliner.

After tech officials found a bump stop infraction on the #16 car of Lowe following the race, it was Peeples, Jr. that was elevated to the top spot in the official rundown. Kenny started from the outside of the front row in the contest and the victory at Wythe Raceway was his first with the Red Clay 602 Late Model Series in 2025. Finishing behind his #22 machine was runner-up Benji Hicks, seventh-starting David Smith, eighth-starting Cole Apple, and series regular Shaun Sise.

A total of 12 Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model series competitors were in the pit area at Wythe Raceway on Saturday, June 28 for the $2,000 to win event. Benji Hicks topped the speed chart in hot laps at the 1/2-mile oval, while Dawson Lowe’s fast lap of 18.647 seconds was the quickest in Knowles Race Parts and Bodies time trials.

Next up for the tour will be a visit to Harris Speedway in Rutherfordton, North Carolina on Saturday evening, July 12. Another $2,000 payday will be up for grabs for the 602 Late Model standouts. Justin Howard, of Elijay, Georgia, is the new series point leader over Dawson Lowe, Shaun Sise, Kevin Fisher, and Hunter Atkinson. More information on Harris Speedway can be found online by clicking on www.harrisspeedway.com.

Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series
Round 9 Race Summary
Saturday, June 28, 2025
Wythe Raceway - Rural Retreat, Virginia

Schaeffer’s Oil Feature Finish (25 Laps):
1. (2) Kenny Peeples, Jr. $2,000
2. (4) Benji Hicks $1,000
3. (7) David Smith $650
4. (8) Cole Apple $450
5. (5) Shaun Sise $375
6. (9) Kevin Fisher $350
7. (12) Justin Howard $325
8. (11) Keith Hart $300
9. (6) Travis Greer $280
10. (3) Daniel Durham $260
11. (10) Doug Penny $240
DQ. (1) Dawson Lowe

Entries: 12
Lap Leaders: Dawson Lowe (Laps 1-25)

Knowles Race Parts and Bodies Time Trials:
Fast Time Overall: Dawson Lowe 18.647

Qualifying Results: 1. 16-Dawson Lowe, 00:18.647[8]; 2. 22-Kenny Pepples Jr, 00:18.657[3]; 3. 15-Daniel Durham, 00:18.701[12]; 4. 55-Benji Hicks, 00:18.753[2]; 5. 59-Shaun Sise, 00:18.858[5]; 6. 11G-Travis Greer, 00:18.906[9]; 7. 71-David Smith, 00:18.934[1]; 8. 11A-Cole Apple, 00:18.965[4]; 9. J1-Kevin Fisher, 00:19.350[11]; 10. 4-Doug Penny, 00:19.599[7]; 11. 81-Keith Hart, 00:20.278[6]; 12. 09-Justin Howard, 00:20.320[10]

Current Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Point Standings:
1. Justin Howard - 1584
2. Dawson Lowe - 1466
3. Shaun Sise - 1324
4. Kevin Fisher - 1266
5. Hunter Atkinson - 906
6. David Smith - 778
7. Griffin Smith - 750
8. Kenny Peeples, Jr. - 582
9. Doug Penny - 526
10. Dylan Bartlett - 526

2025 Red Clay 602 Late Model Series Schedule:
February 22 - Lavonia Speedway (Lavonia, GA) - PPD TO 3/22
March 1 - Senoia Raceway (Senoia, GA) - KENNY COLLINS
March 22 - Lavonia Speedway (Lavonia, GA) - JAY COEN
March 28 - Buckshot Speedway (Clanton, AL) - GRIFFIN SMITH
April 5 - Sugar Creek Raceway (Blue Ridge, GA) - FRANKIE BEARD
April 12 - Lake View Motor Speedway (Nichols, SC) - DAWSON LOWE
April 18 - I-75 Raceway (Sweetwater, TN) - HAYDEN CARDWELL
April 26 - Wythe Raceway (Rural Retreat, VA) - DAVID SMITH
June 10 - Laurens County Speedway (Laurens, SC) - LUKE COOPER
June 28 - Wythe Raceway (Rural Retreat, VA) - KENNY PEEPLES, JR.
July 12 - Harris Speedway (Rutherfordton, NC) - $2,000 to win
July 15 - I-75 Raceway (Sweetwater, TN) - $2,000 to win
July 17 - Senoia Raceway (Senoia, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 22 - Toccoa Raceway (Toccoa, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 24 - Sugar Creek Raceway (Blue Ridge, GA) - $2,000 to win
July 25 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $2,500 to win
August 16 - Wythe Raceway (Rural Retreat, VA) - $2,000 to win
September 6 - North Georgia Speedway (Chatsworth, GA) - $2,500 to win
September 13 - Sugar Creek Raceway (Blue Ridge, GA) - $3,000 to win
September 19 - Anderson Motor Speedway (Anderson, SC) - $TBA
September 27 - Winder-Barrow Speedway (Winder, GA) - $2,000 to win
October 10 - To Be Announced
October 11 - To Be Announced
October 18 - To Be Announced
October 24 - I-75 Raceway (Sweetwater, TN) - $2,000 to win

The Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner Red Clay 602 Late Model Series would like to thank all of their marketing partners including Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner, American Racer Tires, Knowles Race Parts and Bodies, Cruise with the Champions, Smith Motors, Styles Services, Virginia Driveline and Differential, C&S Auto Electric, Billings Brothers Autism Awareness, Capital Custom Paint, and Peeping Dragon Photography. Any questions concerning the series can be pointed to either Walter Tapp at 864-382-9957 or Ray Cook at 828-360-5353. More information on the tour can be found online at www.RedClaySeries.com. Keep your eye out for a new Red Clay 602 Late Model Series website in the near future!

About Schaeffer’s Oil by Mike Bruner:
Schaeffer's Specialized Lubricants: synthetic motor oils, hydraulic fluids, and diesel fuel additives have achieved a world-class reputation for improving engine performance and fuel economy, but their diverse product line includes all types of industrial lubricants, industrial greases, and industrial oils as well as specialty items like their chain lubes and degreasers. Founded in 1839, their philosophy is to provide advanced lubricants for improved performance, reliability, and fuel economy.

From Dallas, Georgia, Mike Bruner brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table with a background in equipment sales and operations that spans over two decades. He has worked with two construction equipment manufacturers and started his own company in 2009, focusing on construction, grading, and hauling. His company has been a Schaeffer customer for many years, and in 2024, he joined the Schaeffer’s Oil team as a full-time sales representative. Learn more or connect with Mike by logging onto www.schaefferoil.com/mikebruner.

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