Fernandez to drive for JR Motorsports in Mexico

Rover found this 2/6/2008 on sports.yahoo.com [flag]

Hendrick Motorsports officials announced Tuesday that Adrian Fernandez will drive JR Motorsports' No. 5 Chevrolet in the Nationwide Series race at Mexico City on April 20. Fernandez, a Mexico City native, has driven for Hendrick in all three races in Mexico City, posting two top-10s. Hendrick entered into a partnership with JR Motorsports this season. Sponsorship for Fernandez comes from Lowe's. [link]

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