Shell V-Power "Ultimate Enthusiast" Contest

Grand Prize Winner

Harold Craige (New Bern, NC)

“I'm an old man who feels privileged to have lived and participated in the wonderful world of automobiles.  Perhaps I have motor oil being pumped through my veins! I have the ability to embrace the evolution of the cars of today and the direction future automobiles will take, but I still cling to memories and my true passion for the machine. “

“When it comes to being an ‘Ultimate Enthusiast’ I would say Harold fits the bill. His love for automobiles started when he was a young boy and as he has grown, his love for cars has grown.” – Tony Marini

Meet the finalists!

Paul Gabriel (El Cajon, CA)

“I like makes & models of all types. In particular, I really like small cars, especially low production number cars. But mostly I just love cars. Always have! I have shared this passion with both my two boys (ages 12 & 14) and they often go with me to car shows, rallies or gatherings”“

Paul has been a true inspiration to his son Nico, as he taught him the value of a dollar and encouraged Nico to save from a young age. This has allowed Nico the opportunity to restore his own car and become a future ‘Ultimate Enthusiast’!” – Roger Penske

Ross Luzzader (Hyde Park, UT)

“My love for sports car endurance racing would lead me to ownership of an automotive racing team, with duties as both driver and owner. With needed driver training, I’d first undertake extensive driving instruction and begin to build experience in world class events such as the Ferrari Corse Clienti program and a season or two in Ferrari Challenge.”

"Being a driver and a team owner are both very challenging and each position would demand the most out of Ross. Ross has done his due diligence in researching his chosen field and I am sure he would work hard to become a successful driver/owner.”  – Roger Penske