Randall Edwards to Garrett Smith

[Tireguy17]

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[Tireguy17]

𝙒𝙀𝙇𝘾𝙊𝙈𝙀 𝙏𝙊 𝙂𝙎𝙋: 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗘𝗱𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘁 𝗦𝗺𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
By: Cole Perkins (Cole Perkins Media & Promotions)

EATONTON, GA (March 2, 2023) - Garrett Smith Performance has tabbed Randall Edwards as the new crew chief of the Terminal Maintenance & Construction-backed No. 10, effective immediately. (Heath Lawson photo)

A crew chief for over 30 years, the Alexandria, LA native joins Garrett Smith Performance with an established résumé in the sport of Dirt Late Model racing. Celebrating hundreds of victories and numerous championships throughout his career, the 48 year old has called the shots for drivers such as Billy Moyer, Earl Pearson Jr., Darrell Lanigan, Josh Richards, Brandon Sheppard and most recently, Tyler Erb.

“I’m real excited to work with Garrett.” said Randall. “For whatever reason, it always seems like I’ve been pretty good with these younger kids starting out, just kind of showing ‘em the ropes and the right guidance. He definitely can be one of the best. He’s got a lot of talent, and his dad (Scot) is definitely behind him 100 percent to see that he does make it and that’s a good thing.”

The veteran wrench is set to lead 19 year old driver Garrett Smith’s rookie campaign with the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series (LOLMDS) in 2023.

“I am super excited to have Randall join our race team this season.” said Garrett. “Our team was ready a change and I really feel good about having Randall as my crew chief moving forward. Our team is going to be ran different now then how it was in the past, and me and my team will be able to enjoy going up and down the road a little more now.”

The brand new driver and crew chief duo will make their first start(s) together on March 17-18 at Atomic and Brownstown Speedway’s for a LOLMDS double-header.

For more information, please visit www.lucasdirt.com.

Garrett Smith Performance would like to thank all of our great sponsors for their support; Terminal Maintenance & Construction, Atlanta Paving & Concrete Construction, Inc., ‘The World Famous’ Cadillac Ranch, Senior Life Insurance Company, JM Custom Laser, Dirtcarlift, National Auto Parts, SRI Performance, GO Lithium, Base Racing Fuel & Oil, FOX, Schaeffer's Oil, K&N Filters, Hoosier Racing Tire, Rocket Chassis, VIC HILL RACE ENGINES LLC, Slicker Graphics and Cole Perkins Media & Promotions.

Stay connected with Garrett Smith Performance by following our Facebook page, “Garrett Smith Performance”, and Twitter handle @Garrett_Smith10.

[BTExpress]

WOW....didn't see that one coming. Where does that leave the Best Performance Motorsports team?

[dirtcrazy4u]

In trouble...

[Highside Hustler25]

Oh my........
I was going to say Terbo/Mallory, but I wouldn't wish that on anyone.

[84wedge]

For some reason, I thought Randall Edwards WAS Best Motorsports.

[BTExpress]

This brings up a question on where crew members live?. I know they are on the road alot of the year, but I assumed Randall lived in Ohio, where the Best team is located. Does this mean he will relocate to Georgia, like most of us would if we transferred for a new job?

[late model chaser]

For some reason, I thought Randall Edwards WAS Best Motorsports.
So did I. LOL

[zyoung25]

This brings up a question on where crew members live?. I know they are on the road alot of the year, but I assumed Randall lived in Ohio, where the Best team is located. Does this mean he will relocate to Georgia, like most of us would if we transferred for a new job?

Most of those guys live in or around the shop. They don't stray too awful far from the race car.

I think Randall was happy where he was at Best, but money talks as they say.

[Barbecueboy]

Oh my........
I was going to say Terbo/Mallory, but I wouldn't wish that on anyone.

Dirt late models version of the rock and roll express?

[TheJet-09]

Any idea what a crew chief of his caliber makes annually? 50K? 100K? I'm sure there are add-ons, like room and board, but just curious.

I remember when Randall started out with Ronnie Poche. He's definitely made a name for himself.

[Tireguy17]

Most of those guys live in or around the shop. They don't stray too awful far from the race car.

I think Randall was happy where he was at Best, but money talks as they say.

DoD article says he wanted to be on the road less and run fewer races.

[zyoung25]

DoD article says he wanted to be on the road less and run fewer races.

Steve Francis also said the same thing about being on the road less. Look at where he is now.

[dirtcrazy4u]

DoD article says he wanted to be on the road less and run fewer races.

You do realize the best motorsports car is running the Lucas tour ? and Garrett I believe is going to run for ROY on the lucas tour. Yea that's less time on the road, lol.

[Dlmfan123]

You do realize the best motorsports car is running the Lucas tour ? and Garrett I believe is going to run for ROY on the lucas tour. Yea that's less time on the road, lol.Terbo wants to race every race possible

[Drop Shock]

Any idea what a crew chief of his caliber makes annually? 50K? 100K? I'm sure there are add-ons, like room and board, but just curious.

I remember when Randall started out with Ronnie Poche. He's definitely made a name for himself.

If I had to bet I’d say the the numbers you threw out were his wages at Best compared to his wages at Garrett Smith’s. I’d say most crew chiefs at top level teams make 1,000-1,200 dollars a week. Tire guys and lower level dudes aren’t making jack, you gotta love it

[Dlmfan123]

Steve Francis also said the same thing about being on the road less. Look at where he is now.Eh, hes still traveling a lot, but with Lucas he was driving semis around the country. With the outlaws he can fly/ not on the road all week

[riddle28]

i have a hard time thinking terbo would stay in ohio for very long after his dad passing away anyways so maybe randall saw a good opportunity and went for it

[ZERO25]

If I had to bet I’d say the the numbers you threw out were his wages at Best compared to his wages at Garrett Smith’s. I’d say most crew chiefs at top level teams make 1,000-1,200 dollars a week. Tire guys and lower level dudes aren’t making jack, you gotta love it

That team pays their crew guys that salary. Their crew chief makes triple that!

[ready2rd]

Eh, hes still traveling a lot, but with Lucas he was driving semis around the country. With the outlaws he can fly/ not on the road all week

U wouldnt trade jobs if u were offered double the pay? Im not talking about Francis either

[SLIDING SIDEWAYS]

U wouldnt trade jobs if u were offered double the pay? Im not talking about Francis either

Just how much do you make?

[One Man Gang]

Dirt late models version of the rock and roll express?
Kind of reminds me of 2 different WWE tag teams from the early 2000’s. First being The D!cks and second being Crash and Hardcore Holley.

[ready2rd]

Sliding slipwayz i have a rich friend did you 4get ,i make just enough to buy gas and marlboros and busch lattes ,LOL

[SLIDING SIDEWAYS]

Sliding slipwayz i have a rich friend did you 4get ,i make just enough to buy gas and marlboros and busch lattes ,LOL

Yea I did 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[84wedge]

Steve Francis also said the same thing about being on the road less. Look at where he is now.As did B Shepp. We'll never get the full story since DoD doesn't have the chutzpah to ask real questions.

[Highside Hustler25]

As did B Shepp. We'll never get the full story since DoD doesn't have the chutzpah to ask real questions.

He did pretty much reside in WV. He now lives in Illinois.