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DGM Racing Signs Derek Lemke for NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series Debut at Iowa Speedway

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Lake Wales, Fla., (August 3, 2026) - DGM Racing is proud to announce the signing of part-time NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver Derek Lemke for his NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series debut on August 8, 2026, at Iowa Speedway in the HYVEE PERKS 250. Lemke will pilot the No. 91 Chevrolet carrying the colors of Crankshaft Supply, Rack Shack BBQ, and Burch Farms. 


A native of Delano, Minnesota, Lemke has built an impressive racing résumé over more than a decade of competition. His passion for motorsports has taken him from grassroots short tracks across the country to the national stage, competing in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series while earning a reputation as a determined and versatile racer.


"Derek has worked incredibly hard throughout his racing career, and we're excited to welcome him to the DGM Racing family," said Mario Gosselin, owner of DGM Racing. "He's proven himself in a variety of race cars over the years, and we're looking forward to seeing what he can accomplish behind the wheel of our No. 91 Chevrolet."


For Lemke, the opportunity marks another milestone in a lifelong pursuit of racing at NASCAR's highest levels.


"I've dreamed about opportunities like this since I was a kid racing in Minnesota, and Iowa Speedway has been a track I’ve always wanted to race at,” said Lemke. "I'm incredibly grateful to DGM Racing, Crankshaft Supply, Rack Shack BBQ, Burch Farms, and everyone who has believed in me throughout my career. To make my NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series debut with such an experienced team is something I've worked toward for a long time, and I can't wait to get to Iowa Speedway."


Lemke and his wife, fellow NASCAR driver Natalie Decker, reside in North Carolina with their 18-month-old son, Levi. Decker currently competes in the NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, making the family one of NASCAR's unique husband-and-wife racing duos.


The August 8th event at Iowa Speedway will mark an exciting new chapter for Lemke as he continues to build on a career defined by perseverance, determination, and an unwavering passion for racing.


Tune-In Information

The Hyvee Perks 250 at Iowa Speedway is scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. ET. All NOAPS races will be broadcast live on The CW. Practices and qualifying can be streamed on The CW App. Fans can also follow DGM Racing and Derek Lemke on social media for updates leading into and during race weekend.


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About DGM Racing

Driven by pure passion and love for everything racing, DGM Racing is a family-owned and operated business headquartered in Lake Wales, FL. Since 1990, Mario Gosselin and his wife, Michelle, have worked tirelessly to elevate DGM Racing and grow the organization each year. What started as a local hobby on the weekends in Hialeah, Florida, has grown into a powerhouse organization fielding two full-time NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series cars. Going into the 2026 season, the team has 43 Top-10s and more than 257 Top-20 race finishes. 


For additional information, news and the latest updates, connect with DGM Racing at www.dgmracing.com, Facebook (DGM Racing), X (@DGMRacingFL), Instagram (@DGMRacingFL), or TikTok (@DGMRacingFL).


About Crankshaft Supply Inc.

Crankshaft Supply has been repairing and machining Crankshafts and Connecting Rods for over 70 years. We are specialists in Crankshafts repair, and also offer remanufactured CRANKSHAFT kits for all makes and models. We are proud of our dedicated staff, our dedication to your satisfaction and our long list of repeat customers. Be sure to check out their website crankshaftsupply.com or visit your local O’Reilly Auto Parts store for all your crankshaft needs!


About Rack Shack BBQ

Voted Minnesota’s best BBQ, We're family-owned and operated and smokin' your Southern BBQ using the freshest local ingredients available. Our low and slow smokin' style brings out that juicy, tender, BIG BBQ flavor! Our focus is always on the food using our very own secret family recipes, our own special rub mix of 17 herbs and spices, and serving our own 8 handcrafted signature sauces. 


Stop in and pull up a chair. We would love to get to know you. Or drop us a note on Facebook. Either way, we look forward to seeing you here at Rack Shack Barbecue face deep in a nice rack of fresh, meaty, St. Louis-style pork ribs. Rack Shack BBQ offers catering for both private and corporate events. We are working hard on being your favorite Twin Cities BBQ! We are one of the best Eagan restaurants and look forward to serving you! rackshackbarbeque.com 


About Burch Farms

A multi-generational family farm located in Quicksburg, Shenandoah County. Started in the 1750s, it raises Angus and Hereford cattle on grass pastures using sustainable methods and supplies local beef and products through the adjacent Corner Market Farm to Table store. With a family passion for racing, 2026 isn’t Burch Farms first appearance in NASCAR, they partnered with Lemke in his Truck Series race at Nashville SuperSpeedway earlier this year.


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