JADE AVEDISIAN Becomes First Female CARS Tour Winner After Tech DQ Shakeup

March 2, 2025

• JADE AVEDISIAN made history as the first female driver to win a CARS Tour race in the series’ 11-year existence, inheriting victory at Charlotte Motor Speedway after original winner T.J. DeCaire was disqualified for technical infractions. The 100-lap feature saw AVEDISIAN battle through multiple late restarts, ultimately finishing second on track before officials discovered DeCaire’s left-side weight violations during post-race inspection.
• The Toyota development driver’s path to this milestone victory showcases her versatility across racing disciplines. Unlike many asphalt competitors, AVEDISIAN built her reputation on dirt tracks, capturing the Xtreme Outlaw Midget Series championship and qualifying for the Chili Bowl Nationals in her first attempt. This CARS Tour triumph marks her second asphalt victory, following a win at Hickory Motor Speedway in just her second Pro Late Model start.
• AVEDISIAN’s achievement breaks new ground in a series that has featured female competitors before, including Lanie Buice who finished 10th in Saturday’s Late Model Stock division. While acknowledging the historic significance, AVEDISIAN maintains a racer’s focus on performance over milestones, stating she wants to be “the first for many hopefully” while emphasizing her primary goal is simply winning races and continuous improvement.

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