NASCAR Bristol Race: Car Catches Fire Following Engine Failure
Car bursts into flames during NASCAR Bristol race after engine failure
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During the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway, driver Mason Maggio experienced an engine failure on Lap 194, leading to his car bursting into flames. Fortunately, he escaped unharmed, giving a thumbs up to the crowd as safety crews extinguished the fire.
- 01Mason Maggio's car caught fire due to an engine failure during the race.
- 02The incident occurred on Lap 194 of the 300-lap race at Bristol Motor Speedway.
- 03Maggio managed to exit the vehicle safely with assistance from crew members.
- 04He reported no injuries and expressed disappointment over the incident.
- 05The race was temporarily halted for cleanup after the fire.
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During the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Bristol Motor Speedway in Tennessee, driver Mason Maggio faced a frightening moment when his car, the No. 91 DGM Racing Chevrolet, caught fire due to an engine failure on Lap 194. As white smoke billowed from the vehicle, Maggio quickly steered it to the garage area, where flames erupted from underneath. Fortunately, he exited the car safely with help from crew members, including Mark 'Hollywood' Armstrong from JR Motorsports. Maggio reassured fans by giving a thumbs up as safety crews extinguished the flames. He reported feeling fine despite the incident, expressing disappointment over the engine failure that left him in 35th place during his 25th career start in the series. The race was briefly red-flagged to allow for cleanup of the scene.
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