Snyder to crew chief for Gresham at JDM

KERNERSVILLE, N.C. -- Joe Denette Motorsports has announced that Terry "Richie" Snyder has been named crew chief for the No. 24 Made In USA Brand Chevrolet of Max Gresham for the 2012 Camping World Truck Series season.

"I'm very excited for the opportunity to work with Max this year," Snyder said. "He has a lot of talent and enthusiasm. He is in the shop every day asking questions and learning these trucks. I know with his talent, my experience, and our drive to succeed, we have a combination for success in 2012."

While Snyder will be making his debut as a crew chief when the Truck season takes the green flag at Daytona International Speedway in February, the Thomasville, N.C. native is a veteran racer who knows what it takes to be a champion.

Snyder got his start working on late models and has a background in racing that spans more than 10 years. With extensive experience building suspension, Snyder also served as a fill-in truck chief on Johnny Benson's 2008 championship winning team. He also was the truck chief for Timothy Peters during the 2009-2010 seasons and for Jason White in 2011.

During the past seven years, Snyder has contributed to 15 wins, seven pole awards and 65 top-five finishes in the Truck Series.

Gresham, who will drive the No. 24 machine and contend for the 2012 rookie of the year, says Snyder's experience in the series and his passion for the sport will be the key to success in 2012.

"Richie is a very well-rounded, knowledgeable guy who has a passion to succeed," Gresham said. "Although he has never called the shots as a crew chief, he has been around this sport and this series for a long time. He has worked with some great drivers and learned a lot through the years. I know his experience will help us succeed on the track."