Clay Millican and the Parts Plus/Rick Ware Racing team are revving up for the 2024 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, with an exciting addition to their crew. Nitro veteran Nicky Boninfante joins the team as co-crew chief, promising to bolster their performance on the track.

Millican, known for his prowess on the drag strip, will be spearheading the team’s efforts as they kick off the season at the Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals at Gainesville Raceway from March 7-10. The team’s success in 2023, which saw three Top Fuel event wins, has set high expectations for the upcoming season.

Rick Ware, team owner, expressed his enthusiasm for the continued partnership with Parts Plus, emphasizing their expanded role within the RWR organization. Millican’s popularity and fan base are being leveraged across multiple racing series, further solidifying his position as a motorsports ambassador.

Robert Roos, president and CEO of The Pronto Network, echoed Ware’s sentiments, stating their excitement for the upcoming season and highlighting the pride of Parts Plus stores and service centers in being associated with Millican and the RWR team.

Millican himself expressed his thrill at having Parts Plus back on board for the 2024 season, recognizing their integral role in generating excitement throughout their partnership.

The addition of Boninfante to the team brings decades of drag racing experience, including championship-winning efforts with drivers like Scott Kalitta and Del Worsham. Boninfante’s expertise in the clutch department adds a powerful dimension to the team’s performance capabilities.

Ware emphasized the importance of team dynamics in achieving success, noting the complementary skills of Boninfante and existing crew chief Jim Oberhofer. Boninfante’s experience with nitro Funny Cars brings fresh ideas to the table, further enhancing the team’s competitiveness.

With the 2024 NHRA season on the horizon, Millican, Boninfante, and the Parts Plus/Rick Ware Racing team are gearing up for a thrilling campaign, aiming for consistency, round wins, and ultimately, a shot at the championship.