HOUSTON, TX / ACCESS Newswire / April 9, 2026 / RelaDyne is pleased to announce that Drydene, its commercial and industrial brand, will partner with Wesley Smith and Wesley Smith Racing for the 2026 season. Smith will compete across premier dirt tracks and events throughout the Midwest, piloting a fully Drydene-branded non-wing sprint car. This partnership expands Drydene’s presence in motorsports and reinforces RelaDyne’s commitment to performance-driven partnerships.
Wesley Smith has competed primarily in non-wing sprint car competition since 2019, earning 37 wins and more than 100 top-five finishes across multiple series. Highlights include a victory at the Jesse Hockett/Daniel McMillin Memorial, holding win-count records at Lucas Oil Speedway and Valley Speedway, and becoming the most decorated driver in POWRi WAR Sprint Car history.
Smith’s 2026 season with Drydene will kick off on April 10 at US36 Raceway in Osborne, Missouri, and run through October. His schedule includes races across Missouri, Indiana, Kansas, Texas, and Illinois, with appearances at notable tracks such as Lucas Oil Speedway and Kokomo Speedway. Fans can follow much of the action via FloRacing.
“We’re excited to expand our sponsorship with Wesley Smith,” said Mike Cooper, Chief Commercial Officer of RelaDyne. “Wesley is a strong ambassador for the Drydene brand, both on and off the track, and we’re proud to have him as part of Team Drydene. He and his team embody the work ethic and performance mindset that resonate with our customers, prospects, and employees. Drydene has always represented hard work in heavy-duty lubrication, making this a natural fit.”
“I’m excited to continue our partnership with Drydene and RelaDyne this season,” said Wesley Smith. “We got a great start together at Chili Bowl in Tulsa, and carrying that momentum into a full schedule means a lot. Having partners who believe in what we’re building and support us at the grassroots level makes all the difference. I’m looking forward to competing hard and representing the Drydene brand all year long.”
Wesley Smith 2026 Schedule – Drydene Car
4/10 – US36 Raceway – Osborne, MO
4/11 – Valley Speedway – Grain Valley, MO
4/25 – Springfield Raceway – Springfield, MO
5/1 – US36 Raceway – Osborne, MO
5/9 – Red Hill Raceway – Sumner, IL
5/16 – Lucas Oil Speedway – Wheatland, MO
5/23 – Valley Speedway – Grain Valley, MO
6/5 – Red Hill Raceway – Sumner, IL
6/6 – Red Hill Raceway – Sumner, IL
6/19 – Central Missouri Speedway – Warrensburg, MO
6/20 – Valley Speedway – Grain Valley, MO
6/26 – Tri-City Speedway – Granite City, IL
6/27 – Lucas Oil Speedway – Wheatland, MO
7/2 – Kokomo Speedway – Kokomo, IN
7/3 – Lincoln Park Speedway – Greencastle, IN
7/4 – Lincoln Park Speedway – Greencastle, IN
7/11 – Valley Speedway – Grain Valley, MO
8/1 – Lucas Oil Speedway – Wheatland, MO
8/22 – Lucas Oil Speedway – Wheatland, MO
8/29 – Valley Speedway – Grain Valley, MO
9/17 – Lucas Oil Speedway – Wheatland, MO
9/18 – Lucas Oil Speedway – Wheatland, MO
9/19 – Lucas Oil Speedway – Wheatland, MO
10/10 – Brownstown Speedway – Brownstown, IN
10/17 – Dodge City Raceway Park – Dodge City, KS
10/18 – Route 66 Raceway – Amarillo, TX
As RelaDyne continues to expand the Drydene brand nationwide, partnerships like this reinforce its commitment to performance and reliability in the commercial and industrial space. RelaDyne is proud to bring that performance to life on the track with Wesley Smith throughout the 2026 season.
About RelaDyne
RelaDyne is the nation’s largest seller of lubricants and a market leader in fuel, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and industrial reliability services, serving industrial, commercial and automotive businesses across North America. Founded in 2010 through the merger of four industry leaders, RelaDyne has grown to more than 190 locations through a strategic track record of acquiring top-performing companies. Our mission is simple: deliver lubrication excellence that drives reliability, efficiency, and profitability for our customers. By understanding the unique needs of every partner, our dedicated Associates act as an extension of their operations, providing unmatched products, services, and expertise. Learn more at RelaDyne.com or find us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.
About Drydene
For more than a century Drydene lubricants have been made in America and made to last – paving the way on our highways, in our fields, and on the production line. And we’re still here today, doing what we do best: helping America Get the Job Done. Drydene products are built with ALL Technology®, Advanced Lubricity Life chemistry, to meet and exceed the demands of today’s modern heavy-duty commercial and industrial equipment. Drydene offers a complete line of commercial and industrial lubricants, including engine oils, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), transmission fluids, grease, and hydraulic and gear oils. Learn more at Drydene.com or find us on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
About Wesley Smith Racing
Since 2017, Wesley Smith Racing (WSR) has been driving toward a single goal: Win. Although WSR is not a full time outfit, there is pride and dedication in every inch of the racing program that shows every time one of the cars hits the track. WSR continues to grow and adapt to the changing sprint car climate, building competitive cars each season and expanding schedules to reflect their goals.
Media Contact:
Al Johnson, RelaDyne
media@reladyne.com
SOURCE: RelaDyne
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