Bryan Bernheisel Finishes Runner-Up in 2026 Jay’s Automotive United Late Model Series Championship!
For Immediate Release: November 8, 2026
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – Jonestown, Pennsylvania native Bryan Bernheisel capped off an impressive rookie campaign with a runner-up finish in the 2026 Jay’s Automotive United Late Model Series Presented By M&T Appliances & Fueled By VP Racing Fuels Championship, finishing second to newly crowned series champion Jon Lee.
Rookie Year on Tour!
Bernheisel completed his first full season traveling with the United Late Model Series as an Elite Driver and a contender in the Chew On This – Jerky Rookie of the Year program.
Throughout the 2026 campaign, Bernheisel and his DMB Motorsports team took on the challenges of competing across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, facing some of the area’s top regional and national Super Late Model competitors.
Competing in all 11 series events, Bernheisel demonstrated determination and consistency as he worked his way through his first full touring season. The Jonestown, Pennsylvania driver recorded four top-ten finishes, three top-five finishes, and one Fast Time award while accumulating 1,950 championship points.
Bernheisel closed out the season on a strong note at Potomac Speedway in Mechanicsville, Maryland, on October 24, where he recorded a second-place finish in the $6,500-to-win Darryl Hills Memorial.
His performance in the season finale secured the runner-up position in both the overall United Late Model Series Championship and the Chew On This – Jerky Rookie of the Year standings.
Bernheisel finished the season just 305 points behind champion Jon Lee, solidifying an impressive first-year effort for the DMB Motorsports team.
With a full season of touring experience now behind him, Bernheisel and his team have established a strong foundation to build upon heading into 2027.
2026 Bryan Bernheisel Season Statistics
- Events Entered: 11 of 11 (100%)
- Top-Ten Finishes: 4
- Top-Five Finishes: 3
- Fast Time Awards: 1
- Heat Race Victories: 0
- Feature Victories: 0
- Average Feature Finish: 10.73
- Championship Points: 1,950
- Race Earnings: $12,175.00
- Chew On This – Jerky Rookie of the Year: Runner-Up
- Jay’s Automotive United Late Model Series Championship: Runner-Up
Championship Season Earnings & Elite Driver Benefits
In addition to his $12,175 in race earnings, Bernheisel benefited from his participation in the United Late Model Series Elite Driver Program, saving an additional $2,750 throughout the season through complimentary pit passes and waived event fees.
These savings represent money kept directly in the team’s pocket, helping offset the substantial costs associated with traveling from one United Late Model Series event to another.
Combined, Bernheisel’s race earnings and Elite Driver Program savings brought his total season value to:
$14,925.00 — Excluding Additional Nightly Contingency Awards!
The financial benefits highlight the United Late Model Series’ continued commitment to supporting its traveling competitors and rewarding teams that dedicate themselves to the full championship schedule.
Bryan Bernheisel / DMB Motorsports Sponsors
The United Late Model Series would like to recognize the sponsors and supporters who helped make Bernheisel’s first full season on tour possible:
Uglies Kettle Chips, Pioneer Pole Buildings, Selinsgrove Ford, Bolger Brothers Inc., Russ Gible Roofing, and Precision Powder Coating.
Their continued support helped the DMB Motorsports team travel throughout the region and compete for the 2026 United Late Model Series Championship.
Congratulations to Bryan Bernheisel and the entire DMB Motorsports team on their runner-up finishes in both the 2026 Jay’s Automotive United Late Model Series Championship and Chew On This – Jerky Rookie of the Year standings!
2026 Chew On This – Jerky Rookie Final Point Standings
| Pos. | Car | Driver | Hometown | Points |
| 1 | 5L | Jon Lee | Summerville, PA | 2,255 |
| 2 | 119 | Bryan Bernheisel | Jonestown, PA | 1,950 |
| 3 | 13X | Ken Schaffer | DuBois, PA | 1,725 |
| 4 | 97 | Kevin Smith | Arkport, NY | 1,535 |
| 5 | 22 | Greg Oakes | Franklinville, NY | 845 |
| 6 | 1 | Matt Glanden | Denton, MD | 440 |
2026 United Late Model Series Elite Driver Final Point Standings
| Pos. | Car | Driver | Hometown | Points |
| 1 | 5L | Jon Lee | Summerville, PA | 2,255 |
| 2 | 119 | Bryan Bernheisel | Jonestown, PA | 1,950 |
| 3 | 44 | Dylan Lewis | Oakland, MD | 1,755 |
| 4 | 13X | Ken Schaffer | DuBois, PA | 1,725 |
| 5 | 97 | Kevin Smith | Arkport, NY | 1,535 |
| 6 | 10S | Dave Stamm | Milmont, PA | 1,130 |
| 7 | 25Z | Mason Zeigler | Chalk Hill, PA | 980 |
| 8 | 22 | Greg Oakes | Franklinville, NY | 845 |
| 9 | 1 | Matt Glanden | Denton, MD | 440 |
2026 Jay’s Automotive United Late Model Series Final Championship Point Standings (Top 10)
| Pos. | Car | Driver | Hometown | Points |
| 1 | 5L | Jon Lee | Summerville, PA | 2,255 |
| 2 | 119 | Bryan Bernheisel | Jonestown, PA | 1,950 |
| 3 | 44 | Dylan Lewis | Oakland, MD | 1,755 |
| 4 | 13X | Ken Schaffer | DuBois, PA | 1,725 |
| 5 | 97 | Kevin Smith | Arkport, NY | 1,535 |
| 6 | 10S | Dave Stamm | Milmont, PA | 1,130 |
| 7 | 555 | Brock Pinkerous | Ellenville, NY | 1,080 |
| 8 | 10* | Levi Yetter | Cabot, PA | 1,010 |
| 9 | 25Z | Mason Zeigler | Chalk Hill, PA | 980 |
| 10 | 91 | Chad Homan | Penfield, NY | 855 |
2026 United Late Model Series Marketing Partners
The United Late Model Series extends its appreciation to the businesses and organizations that supported the series throughout its 26th season of competition:
Jay’s Automotive, M&T Appliances, Close Racing Supply, Chew On This – Jerky, American Racer Tire, Lias Tire Racing Division, Hoosier Racing Tire, VP Racing Fuels, Accelo Racewear, Keizer Racing Wheels, Beyea Headers, Siple Racing Edits (SRE), Cousins Designs, Zarin Truck & Automotive, The Garage Crawl, and B & T Milne Photography.
The continued support of these partners plays an essential role in providing competitive purses, championship incentives, contingency awards, and opportunities for Super Late Model teams throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Looking Ahead to 2027
With the 2026 championship season officially complete, the United Late Model Series now turns its attention toward preparations for its 27th season of competition in 2027.
The series would like to thank its drivers, teams, officials, sponsors, participating speedways, and loyal race fans for their continued support throughout another season of Super Late Model racing.
Interested in becoming a United Late Model Series marketing partner for 2027?
Whether you’re a small local business or a larger regional organization, the United Late Model Series offers sponsorship and marketing opportunities designed to accommodate businesses of all sizes.
Join one of the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region’s premier Super Late Model touring series and become part of the excitement in 2027!
We look forward to seeing everyone back at the track!
United Late Model Series Contact Information
Email: press@ulmsracing.com
Phone: (814) 596-8150
Website: www.ulmsracing.com