El Bandido Yankee Tequila Partners with Derek Thorn for Multiple Races in ZMAX CARS Tour West Series

El Bandido Yankee Tequila, a renowned tequila brand known for its 100% authentic and pure tequila with a passion for motorsports, is excited to announce a dynamic new partnership with esteemed driver Derek Thorn for multiple upcoming ZMAX CARS Tour West Series races in 2024. This collaboration comes on the heels of El Bandido Yankee Tequila's recent announcement of its partnership with Kevin Harvick's Kern Raceway and the ZMAX CARS Tour West Series, solidifying the brand's commitment to the exhilarating world of short track racing.

Derek Thorn, a six-time SRL champion, two-time ARCA Menards Series West champion and the 2022 Snowball Derby winner is originally from Lakeport, CA, and now based in Bakersfield, CA, brings an impressive track record and a deep-rooted passion for racing to the forefront. As the owner of Derek Thorn Racing (DTR), he is set to showcase his exceptional talent in his own equipment with El Bandido Yankee Tequila in the highly anticipated ZMAX CARS Tour West Series Fueled by El Bandido Yankee Tequila.

"We are thrilled to join forces with the exceptional talent of Derek Thorn as we expand our commitment to motorsports through the CARS Tour West Series," said Eric Lanz, CFO at El Bandido Yankee Tequila. "Derek's skill, determination, and sportsmanship perfectly align the spirit of El Bandido Yankee Tequila, and we are eager to support him as he takes on the challenges of the upcoming racing season."

The inaugural race of the 2024 ZMAX CARS Tour West Series, featuring Derek Thorn fueled by El Bandido Yankee Tequila, is set to take place on March 2nd at Kevin Harvick's Kern Raceway. This exciting event marks the beginning of an adrenaline-fueled season, promising thrills, and triumphs as Derek Thorn, promises to be, “So smooth it’s criminal” on the track just like his partners tequila.

-Derek Thorn Racing Release