Autotrader Yoshimura Suzuki Factory Racing have announced they have signed Kyle Peters for the 2018 Supercross season.

Peters obviously impressed them with his three stand in rides during the 2017 season of the Monster Energy AMA Supercross East. Not surprising when you consider that in those three events he did not finish outside the top 10! I'm sure gaining a factory ride feels like it has been a long time coming for the 24 year old who turned pro in 2011. Since then he has picked up a few podiums and top 5 finishes! Pretty decent results outside of a factory team!

Kyle Peters

JGR Autotrader Yoshimura Suzuki

"I have always wanted to ride for a factory team, and I’m so thankful to get the opportunity with the Autotrader/Yoshimura/Suzuki Factory Racing Team. What makes it more special is that JGRMX is based in my home state of North Carolina. I was fortunate enough to ride for the team during several rounds of the 2017 Monster Energy AMA Supercross 250 Eastern regional series."

"The crew members and I immediately hit it off. In the past few months I have been wearing out Jeremy Albrecht’s (team manager) cell phone, calling to see if he had a slot open. I am beyond excited that things worked out. I can’t wait to put in the effort and make 2018 the best year of my career yet."

Jeremy Albrecht

Autotrader Yoshimura Suzuki Factory Racing

"First and foremost, Kyle Peters is a really good kid. Having worked with him for a few races this year, I learned that Kyle is the type of rider who understands what needs to be done on the racetrack. He wants to succeed. Off the track, he has an easy-going demeanor and gets along with everyone in the rig. Kyle also understands the importance of maintaining strong relationships with sponsors."

Kyle Peters fills the third slot in the 250 class for JGR, joining Jimmy Decotis and 2017 Supercross 250 West Regional Champ Justin Hill. This leaves one last slot on the JGR team... who will take it :)

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