Akins Motorsports owner Doug Stringer named Anthony Joseph Foyt IV, as the driver of the #38 Great Clips Dodge for the last four races of 2005 and the entire 2006 NASCAR Busch Series season. Foyt, the grandson of legendary racer A.J. Foyt, began his racing career at age nine in junior dragsters and by the age of 21, has already compiled an impressive list of accolades. Foyt IV, is currently in his third year of competition in the IRL IndyCar Series. In 2005, running a limited schedule, he has posted two top-10 finishes. Im thrilled that we have the opportunity to align ourselves with a talented rookie such as A.J., said Stringer. With Great Clips on board for another season and backing from Evernham Motorsports that will bring engineering support along with a strong motor program, the elements are in place for a highly competitive season next year. Kasey Kahne will compete in his last race for Great Clips at Lowes Motor Speedway on October 14. Foyts first NASCAR Busch Series event will be the Sams Town 250 at Memphis Motorsports Park on October 22.(Akins PR via BGNRacing.com)(10-8-2005)
