11/5/2025
Speedway
PRESS RELEASE 11/5/2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 5th, 2025
Speedway Partners with Coastal Auto Parts NAPA in Five-Year Victory Lane Agreement
Hermon, ME - Speedway presented by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust is proud to announce a new five- year partnership with Coastal Auto Parts, establishing Coastal Auto Parts NAPA as the official partner of Victory Lane at the Speedway. The agreement marks the venue’s fourth long-term partnership since coming under new ownership and reflects the continued growth of its partnership program.
“Coastal Auto Parts Napa shares our passion for community and for creating an exceptional experience for fans,” said Ricky Craven, owner of Speedway. “Their commitment to both quality and partnership strengthens what we’re building here and enhances the overall experience for drivers and spectators alike.”
Michael Boles, President at Coastal Auto Parts, added, “We’re proud to support racing across the state and thrilled to join the Speedway family. We’re grateful for the opportunity to help bring more entertainment to Hermon and the surrounding area.”
This collaboration builds on last month’s naming-rights partnership with Bar Harbor Bank & Trust, underscoring Speedway’s mission to align with brands that share their core values of integrity, community, and shared success.
About Speedway presented by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust
Located in Hermon, Maine, Speedway presented by Bar Harbor Bank & Trust is a premier motorsports venue dedicated to delivering exciting racing events, family entertainment, and community-driven experiences. Under new ownership, Speedway continues to expand its partnerships and enhance facilities for fans and competitors across New England.
About Coastal Auto Parts
Coastal Auto Parts has built its business by focusing on superior customer service, through a deep inventory, quality people, and building meaningful relationships with their customers. Coastal Auto Parts is a Family business deeply rooted in the Ellsworth Community. Fay Boles and his wife Patricia Morrison Boles are both Ellsworth High School graduates. As are their four kids who are involved in the business, Michael began working full time in the business in 1998, Marcia Jude began working in 2000, Christopher Boles 2003, and Matthew Boles 2005. Several people have helped shape the company to what it is today.
From a single store in 1981, today Coastal Auto Parts has 30 stores and more than 350 employees. The company has transitioned to the next generation by selling the company to their four children who work together to operate it. The future plans of the company are to continue store growth, and explore spinning niche segments of the Auto Parts Business, into full-fledged businesses of their own.
Submitted By: Shawn Ryder