On February 22, 2026, Lyle Barnett secured the Pro 275 win at Lights Out 17 at South Georgia Motorsports Park in Adel, Georgia.
Barnett faced Eddie Harrison, the No. 2 qualifier, in the final round. Both drivers brought strong combinations to the matchup, with Harrison also running a Proline Racing engine, setting up a final round that featured two front running Proline powered entries.
Barnett’s car is powered by a Proline Racing engine, with tuning handled by Lee White. Competing as part of the Tommy Youmans team, the combination proved consistent and competitive throughout eliminations.
During the event, Barnett recorded a 3.600-second pass at 209 MPH, establishing a new performance mark for the Pro 275 class at Lights Out 17. The run reflects the continued progression of the class, where incremental gains in power and consistency are pushing performance deeper into the 3.60 range.
Pro 275 remains one of the most competitive small tire categories in radial racing, and a 3.600 at over 209 MPH highlights the level of performance required to win at this stage.
Lights Out 17 once again delivered a competitive Pro 275 field at South Georgia Motorsports Park. The event continues to serve as a major platform for small tire radial competition, drawing leading teams from across the country.
With the final round win over Harrison and a 3.600 at 209 MPH on the board, Barnett, Lee White, and the Tommy Youmans team leave Adel with the Pro 275 victory, while both Proline powered entries showcased the strength of the platform in one of the weekend’s headline matchups.
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