Woodville, WI – March 10, 2026: The Turn One CRA Pro Series is proud to unveil the new CRA Platinum Program, which is a substantial expansion of the former CRA Winner’s Circle Program that had been in place for the past few seasons. This owner‑focused tier rewards race teams committed to full-season participation in the Turn One CRA Pro Series.
The Platinum Program is packaged with many benefits to help with the costs of racing, most notably recurring cash bonuses in addition to several digital media assets, amongst other perks such as event credentials for the car owner, guaranteed provisional starting positions, and marketing opportunities, which will all help to elevate the team’s brand and partners.
“A Platinum Program of this caliber is a crucial step in the continued growth of the Turn One CRA Pro Series,” stated Series Director Scott Menlen. “The program allows us to support Car Owners in their endeavour to compete for a CRA Championship while simultaneously building a firm foundation of teams that the series, marketing partners, and our partnered race tracks can rely on, significantly enhancing promotional efforts.”
For race fans, the introduction of the Platinum Program helps ensure stronger and more consistent event fields throughout the season. With teams committing to the full schedule, fans can expect to see their favorite drivers competing week after week while battling for the championship title. The program also helps create more stable starting grids by providing guaranteed starters for participating Platinum teams, adding continuity to the season-long storylines and enhancing the overall race-day experience for fans following the Turn One CRA Pro Series.
“Everyone has been working hard to get to this point,” stated Series Owner Marty Melo. “We are all in this together, our teams, partners, and my staff, and our goal is to continue to grow the Turn One CRA Pro Series, and this is a huge step,” Melo went on to say.
Early applicants of the CRA Platinum Program include Mt. Clemens, Michigan, racer Jimmy Tucker, who has been a staple on the CRA grid for the past several seasons. Fellow Metro-Detroit competitor, Keegan Sobilo, a semi-finalist in the Kulwicki Driver Development Program, along with rookie Sam Johnson, have both placed their bids for the 2026 Turn One CRA Pro Series Championship title.
The 2026 season kicks off on Saturday, April 18th at Toledo Speedway.
For questions about the 2026 Platinum Program, please reach out to Turn One CRA Pro Series Director Scott Menlen at scott.mdmpromotions@gmail.com.
