MPI To Present “Up On The Wheel” Award for 2026 Easy-Kleen SLMS Season!

(May 6th, 2026) - When the superstars of the Easy-Kleen Super Late Model Series hammer down in the “On The Gas” Restart Zone in 2026, they will have a little extra incentive to get “Up On The Wheel” and put on a show for the fans.

Max Papis Innovations (MPI) has teamed up with the Easy-Kleen Super Late Model Series to present the Up On The Wheel Award for events during the 2026 season!

The MPI Up On The Wheel Award will go to the driver who gains the most positions during each of the six (6) 150-lap Easy-Kleen Super Late Model Series events. MPI will present a custom trophy to each Up On The Wheel Award winner.

Additionally, MPI has committed to a year-end Up On The Wheel Prize; with the season-long Up On The Wheel Award winner receiving a $100 USD MPI Product Certificate at the year-end banquet. 

Max Papis Innovations was formed in 2009 by Max Papis and Tatiana Fittipaldi Papis, each of whom have a historic racing background which spans all the way to the ranks of Formula One and the NASCAR Cup Series. MPI sets the standard for steering wheel construction across the motorsports industry - from top level racing series to entry level divisions, and even sim racing. With a meticulous construction process emphasizing safety, comfort, and quality, MPI is a true leader in the motorsports industry. They can be found online at maxpapisinc.com, on Facebook at MPI- Max Papis Innovations and on Instagram at @mpi.innovations. 

“At MPI, we take pride not only in building the safest steering wheels on the market, but also in giving back to the racers who drive our sport forward,” said Shawn Martin of MPI in a statement. “That’s why we’re proud to partner with the Easy-Kleen Super Late Model Series for the 2026 season as we share a common passion for supporting our racers. We’re looking forward to a great season ahead and to seeing who will take home the MPI ‘Up on the Wheel’ Trophy at each race.” 

“We all know how well our Easy-Kleen Super Late Model Series superstars can get ‘Up on the Wheel,’ but being able to add even more incentives thanks to incredible partners is truly a win-win for all,” commented Series Director Denver Matchett. “That’s why we are so pleased to announce our latest partnership with Max Papis innovations to present the ‘Up On The Wheel’ Award to 2026. This is an incredible partnership and we are thrilled to work alongside the MPI team and grow their brand here in Canada. We can’t wait to see who will take home each ‘Up On The Wheel’ award throughout the season!”

Based in Atlantic Canada, the Easy-Kleen Super Late Model Series was formed in the fall of 2022 through a partnership between three local race tracks. The upcoming 2026 season will mark the fourth season of competition on the heels of a history-making 2025 campaign - one where Tanton Wooldridge became the youngest Super Late Model champion in Atlantic Canadian racing history.

Action commences on Saturday May 16th at Petty International Raceway, with the season running through mid-August when the cars and stars return to Petty to book-end the season and crown a champion on Saturday August 15th after a pair of stops at both Speedway 660 and Oyster Bed Speedway.

As preparations ramp up in advance of the upcoming season, fans are encouraged to follow along to the many updates and announcements to come as anticipation continues to build. The Easy-Kleen Super Late Model Series can be found on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube at @SLMSeries. All information on the Easy-Kleen Super Late Model Series can be found on the official series website at SLMS.ca.

About the Easy-Kleen Super Late Model Series

The Easy-Kleen Super Late Model Series is Atlantic Canada’s newest stock car racing series. Formed in Fall of 2022 through a partnership between Oyster Bed Speedway, Petty International Raceway, and Speedway 660, the Easy-Kleen Super Late Model Series contests a six-race schedule with some of North America’s top racing talents. The 2026 season will mark the fourth season of competition. Fans can find more info online at SLMS.ca, or through Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and X at @SLMSeries.

About Easy-Kleen Pressure Systems

Easy-Kleen Pressure Systems Ltd. has been manufacturing high pressure wash systems since 1982. Over 100,000 companies spanning various fields in both the commercial and industrial sectors are utilizing our machines for their everyday cleaning needs. Easy-Kleen is dedicated to continuing to build the world’s most heavy duty, hardworking, reliable, and efficient high pressure cleaning systems. Our machines are known by our customers to last decades, with many units performing for over 25 years. Visit EasyKleen.com to learn more about the products and services offered by Easy-Kleen Pressure Systems.