Loveland, CO – JDX Racing worked through the off-season to put together a strong Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge USA by Yokohama program, and the fruits of that labor became apparent this past weekend at the opening round in Sebring, Florida. The team arrived in Sebring with their talented new driver, Sloan Urry, and a brand new Porsche 991 GT3 Cup Car, ready to mount a challenge on the 2014 title.

Sloan joined JDX Racing on the heels of a second place championship finish in the 2013 Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge season. After getting the deal inked during the IMSA WInter Test in early March, the team got Sloan behind the wheel for the first time at Sebring during the race-week promoter test day. JDX Racing managed to prepare the 991 GT3 Cup car in a very short time, allowing Sloan maximum seat time.

The race weekend included the traditional two race format. Sloan qualified the #20 JDX Racing / Hertz Porsche second for both 45 minute sprint races. Round one for the weekend started off well until tire temperatures and pressures caused the car to go away around lap seven. Sloan still managed to maintain a strong pace and finished a respectable sixth position.

Round two rolled off Friday morning and JDX Racing managed to work out the kinks from the previous rounds setup, and Sloan found speed early and often. The talented young driver wheeled the GT3 Porsche Cup Car around the historic 17 turn Sebring race course, turning consistent lap times and dealing with slower lapped traffic, all while keeping the car in the top three throughout, and delivering the team its first podium of the 2014 season.

Sloan Urry said, “Overall it was a great weekend – though we arrived at the track a little behind versus most of the other drivers in the championship. We were able to sort through early issues we discovered, giving me a great car and allowing me to put the Hertz Porsche 911 on the front row for both races. Unfortunately in the first race we made a miscalculation on the set up and we lost a few positions, but that's just part of the learning curve with a brand new car. In race two we were able to learn quite a few things, giving me much more consistent performance. Unfortunately I slipped from second to third late in the race, but the goal for the weekend was to grab points – and we achieved that goal. It's always important to leave Sebring with championship points, and we are currently sitting third, so I'm quite happy. I always strive to be on the top step of the podium – that's where I wanted to put the car for JDX and Hertz – but we are in good shape and we have plenty of time between Sebring and round two at Laguna Seca in early May to do some testing. I can't wait for Laguna!”

“Sloan did a fantastic job in his debut with JDX Racing. He qualified for both races on the front row and managed to keep the car out of trouble – which is much easier said than done with such a large field of entries at Sebring. It's a good start in competing for a Series Championship, as the key to claiming this Championship is balancing speed with consistency. A podium finish at Sebring gives us solid momentum to start our 2014 season – and our competitors know that Sloan will be a factor in this championship – just where we want to be”, said Harrison Brix, team Co-Owner.

For more information about the Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge USA by Yokohama, visit www.imsa.com, follow the hashtag #GT3USA @ IMSA on Twitter. The next two rounds take place Sunday, May 4th, at the Historic Laguna Seca.

Loveland, CO – JDX Racing is proud to announce their return to Sports Car Racing competition for the 2014 season in the Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge USA by Yokohama Series, with returning sponsor Hertz and an talented new young driver.

Following three successful seasons racing a Porsche in the American Le Mans Series GTC class, JDX saw a great opportunity to compete in the most competitive single-make sports car race series in the country – while continuing to build stronger partnerships with Porsche and Hertz.

JDX is proud to announce that Hertz will return as the primary sponsor for 2014. Having joined JDX mid-season in 2012, this will be the second full year of the Hertz sponsorship with JDX Racing. The Partnership with Hertz displays their passion for success and motorsports, as they have since introduced a full line of Porsche models into their rental fleet.

JDX is excited to announce the signing of Sloan Urry. The 21 year old native of Utah is entering his third full season of racing. Coming off his most successful season in 2013, Sloan finished the season second in the chase for the Porsche GT3 Cup Championship, claiming eight podium finishes, including two race wins. Sloan's return to GT3 Cup Challenge is with one intent – a deliberate assault to claim the Series Championship.

Sloan Urry commented, “I'm thrilled to be joining JDX for a full GT3 Challenge season this year. The paddock is stacked with competition, and there's no doubt I'll be leaving it all out on-track for every race. The off season was a lot of work, but nothing compared to what I am willing to do to bring home the season Championship. ”

“We're excited to be the primary sponsor for JDX Racing's 2014 race season.” commented Hertz Chairman and CEO Mark P. Frissora.” JDX is passionate about racing, both on and off the track, and the sports car fan is extremely loyal, attributes Hertz admires in its partners and fans alike. By sponsoring JDX Racing, we're able to better connect with car enthusiasts who appreciate the craftsmanship and durability of the Porsche cars they're able to rent from Hertz.“

Team co-owner, Harrison Brix said, “ We are excited to enter the GT3 Cup paddock this year, and we are confident Sloan is going to give our team plenty of time at the front of the field. In addition, we are very proud that Hertz has continued their support of the JDX Racing program for 2014. Hertz recognizes the passion and enthusiasm of the sports car race fan – and they understand the unique opportunity and importance of having access to these enthusiasts”.

JDX would also like to thank our returning associate sponsors Luxierge, Prestige Imports, Cosmichrome and Sacramento Chrome & Paint.

The green flag for Round 1 of the Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge USA by Yokohama 2014 season flies at 3:05pm est on Thursday, March, 13th at Sebring International Raceway, followed by Round 2 at 8:55am est on Friday, March 14th.