FEDERATED AUTO PARTS 400 - Hendrick Motorsports

For the Team Penske edition of Federated Auto Parts 400, see: FEDERATED AUTO PARTS 400 - Team Penske

For the Joe Gibbs Racing edition of Federated Auto Parts 400, see: FEDERATED AUTO PARTS 400 - Joe Gibbs Racing

For the Stewart-Haas Racing edition of Federated Auto Parts 400, see: FEDERATED AUTO PARTS 400 - Stewart-Haas Racing

FEDERATED AUTO PARTS 400 - Hendrick Motorsports was an event part of Federated Auto Parts 400, held from 31 August which gave players an initial choice from 4 cars, CHEVROLET SS (HENDRICK MOTORSPORTS - 2015), FORD FUSION (TEAM PENSKE - 2015), TOYOTA CAMRY (JOE GIBBS RACING - 2015) and CHEVROLET SS (STEWART-HAAS RACING - 2015) to complete the 7 stages of the event. Each stage was unlocked the next day. If the player finishes all of the stages, they could keep the car that the player chose with all modifications, upgrades and damage.

The CHEVROLET SS (HENDRICK MOTORSPORTS - 2015) was added to Dale Earnhardt, Jr.'s Champion Cup in the NASCAR group. Retrospectively, during the Daytona 500 Update (v4.1.5), it was also added to NASCAR All-Star Series.

This event was added in the NASCAR Update (v3.6), along with Richmond International Raceway.

FAQ and Tips[]

Before starting the FEDERATED AUTO PARTS 400 - Hendrick Motorsports challenge please view Tips and FAQ for Federated Auto Parts 400

Stage 01 (Strawberry Hill Racing School)[]

Players who successfully complete all of the challenges given in the first stage (Strawberry Hill Racing School) are rewarded with R$50,000 and 5 .

	“	Good mornin', Rook. We've got a long way to go, so there's not much time for chitchat. Our sights are set on the Federated Auto Parts 400, the last regular season race of the Sprint Cup Series, and we're fixin' to win. (As initial car) It's been 7 years since the Hendrick Motorsports family held the cup, and after Gordon's near-miss last year, we sorely need it. (As repeat car) The Hendrick Motorsports family last held the Sprint Cup in 2013, and after Gordon's near-miss last year, we sorely need it. With you at the wheel, and me - Chip McGee - at the helm, I say we've got it.	”
		— Chip McGee, Crew Chief

Event		Description	R$ (+CRB)	Fame	Skip
1	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway [2 Laps]	2,200 (+550)	400	5
1	NASCAR	Win this event	2,200 (+550)	400	5
2	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway [1 Lap]	1,100 (+275)	200	5
2	NASCAR	Win this event	1,100 (+275)	200	5
3	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway [10 Laps]	10,700 (+2,675)	2,000	5
3	NASCAR	Win this event	10,700 (+2,675)	2,000	5

	“	Good work. I'll see you bright and early in Indianapolis tomorrow for our next session.	”
		— Chip McGee, Crew Chief

For tips and advice on stage 01, See here: Tip and FAQ for Stage 01

Stage 02 (The Long Roads of Indy)[]

Players who successfully complete all of the challenges given in the second stage (The Long Roads of Indy) are rewarded with R$50,000 and 5 .

	“	Though Richmond is one of the shortest tracks in the Sprint Cup calendar, the long straights of Indy will give you a chance to practice your drafting technique.	”
		— Chip McGee, Crew Chief

Event		Description	R$ (+CRB)	Fame	Skip
1	NASCAR	Indianapolis Motor Speedway – Speedway [3 Laps]	6,800 (+1,700)	1,300	10
1	NASCAR	Win this event	6,800 (+1,700)	1,300	10
2	Speed Record	Indianapolis Motor Speedway – Speedway	2,300 (+575)	500	10
2	Speed Record	Win this event	2,300 (+575)	500	10
3	NASCAR	Indianapolis Motor Speedway – Speedway [4 Laps]	9,000 (+2,250)	1,700	10
3	NASCAR	Overtake 30 cars	9,000 (+2,250)	1,700	10
4	NASCAR	Indianapolis Motor Speedway – Speedway [5 Laps]	11,200 (+2,800)	2,100	10
4	NASCAR	Win this event	11,200 (+2,800)	2,100	10

	“	We're definitely on our way to victory at this rate. We've got something exciting in store for tomorrow - a promo showcase over in Japan at their Suzuka track. Let's show everyone what NASCAR has to offer!	”
		— Chip McGee, Crew Chief

For tips and advice on stage 02, See here: Tip and FAQ for Stage 02

Stage 03 (Show Off at Suzuka)[]

Players who successfully complete all of the challenges given in the third stage (Show Off at Suzuka) are rewarded with R$50,000 and 5 .

	“	Welcome to Suzuka! NASCAR hasn't been here since 1997, and it feels good to be back. Natalia is going to lead you through these events. Remember, put your best flank forward and prove what you can do.	”
		— Michael, Manager

	“	Hey champ. We're in for a fun one today! We've got plenty of stunts set up to show off your stuff, so get ready and hit the road hard!	”
		— Natalia, Agent

Event		Description	R$ (+CRB)	Fame	Skip
1	NASCAR	Suzuka Circuit – East Circuit [3 Laps]	6,300 (+1,575)	1,200	15
1	NASCAR	Win this event	6,300 (+1,575)	1,200	15
2	Autocross	Suzuka Circuit – East Circuit	2,200	400	15
	Autocross	Win these events	2,200	400
	Speed Snap	Suzuka Circuit – East Circuit	1,400	300
	Speed Snap	Win these events	1,400	300
	Speed Record	Suzuka Circuit – East Circuit	2,100 (+525)	400
	Speed Record	Win these events	2,100 (+525)	400
3	NASCAR	Suzuka Circuit – West Circuit [3 Laps]	9,400 (+2,350)	1,700	15
3	NASCAR	Win this event without going off-track	9,400 (+2,350)	1,700	15
4	Endurance	Suzuka Circuit – Grand Prix Circuit	5,100/lap (+1,275/lap)	1,000/lap	15
4	Endurance	Draft for at least 1,000yd (914m) and win	5,100/lap (+1,275/lap)	1,000/lap	15

	“	Great job! They'll be talking about that one for years! Now I better get you back to Chip before he loses his mind with impatience.	”
		— Natalia, Agent

For tips and advice on stage 03, See here: Tip and FAQ for Stage 03

Stage 04 (Last Minute Tuning)[]

Players who successfully complete all of the challenges given in the fourth stage (Last Minute Tuning) are rewarded with R$50,000 and 5 .

	“	Enjoy your vacation? It's always good to grow the racing family, and get the word out there, but we're going to need to put in some more work if we want to take home the Federated Auto Parts 400.	”
		— Chip McGee, Crew Chief

	“	That's why I'm here. We need to make sure both you and your car are in top form for tomorrow. We'll be tuning as much as possible on the day, but the more we get through now, the better.	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

Event		Description	R$ (+CRB)	Fame	Skip
1	NASCAR	Indianapolis Motor Speedway – Speedway [2 Laps]	4,500 (+1,125)	900	20
1	NASCAR	Complete the first lap under 54s OR finish with an average speed of 160 mph (257 kph)	4,500 (+1,125)	900	20
2	NASCAR	Indianapolis Motor Speedway – Speedway [1 Lap]	2,300 (+575)	500	20
2	NASCAR	Maintain a continuous draft of 1,100 yd (1,006 m)	2,300 (+575)	500	20

	“	There's a thin line between co-operation and competition, and you'll have to team up with all sorts from time to time in a draft. We need to make sure you're going to come out on top though...	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

Event		Description	R$ (+CRB)	Fame	Skip
3	NASCAR	Indianapolis Motor Speedway – Speedway [1 Lap]	2,300 (+575)	500	20
3	NASCAR	Finish in the top 2 with Jeff Gordon	2,300 (+575)	500	20
4	NASCAR	Indianapolis Motor Speedway – Speedway [3 Laps]	6,800 (+1,700)	1,300	20
4	NASCAR	Win this event (with overheating issues)	6,800 (+1,700)	1,300	20
5	NASCAR	Indianapolis Motor Speedway – Speedway [5 Laps]	11,200 (+2,800)	2,100	20
5	NASCAR	Accumulate a total of 19,150 yd (17,511 m) of drafting and win this event	11,200 (+2,800)	2,100	20

	“	Alright, there's such a thing as over-tuning, and over-practicing. Get some time with the family, cool off, and kick off your clod-hoppers. Tomorrow is going to be a long, tough day, so take a break for now.	”
		— Chip McGee, Crew Chief

For tips and advice on stage 04, See here: Tip and FAQ for Stage 04

Stage 05 (Welcome to the 400!)[]

Players who successfully complete all of the challenges given in the fifth stage (Welcome to the 400!) are rewarded with 10 .

	“	Here we are at the Federated Auto Parts 400. Unfortunately we didn't do too well in the Qualifying stage...	”
		— Michael, Manager

	“	Yeah, my fault there. We dropped the ball in the pits with those tyres and we ended up stripped. Really sorry about that one, Mr. McGee.	”
		— Eric, Auto Engineer

	“	Don't worry, starting first ain't everythin'. You start first and you win? Who cares? You come from nothin' yet take home the victory? Well now you're a hero, ain't ya.	”
		— Chip McGee, Crew Chief

Event		Description	R$ (+CRB)	Fame	Skip
1	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Evening) [5 Laps]	5,400 (+1,350)	1,000	25
1	NASCAR	Finish in the top 20 (with initially reduced grip)	5,400 (+1,350)	1,000	25
2	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Evening) [4 Laps]	4,300 (+1,075)	800	25
2	NASCAR	Finish in the top 10	4,300 (+1,075)	800	25
3	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Evening) [4 Laps]	4,300 (+1,075)	800	25
3	NASCAR	Finish in first place	4,300 (+1,075)	800	25
4	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Evening) [4 Laps]	4,300 (+1,075)	800	30
4	NASCAR	Finish first without damaging your car	4,300 (+1,075)	800	30
5	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Evening) [5 Laps]	5,400 (+1,350)	1,000	30
5	NASCAR	Finish in the top 20 (with reduced top speed and acceleration)	5,400 (+1,350)	1,000	30

	“	Yellow flag - perfect timin'. We'll get you in and clean up that engine. If I have my druthers, we'll be back on track as quickly as possible.	”
		— Chip McGee, Crew Chief

For tips and advice on stage 05, See here: Tip and FAQ for Stage 05

Stage 06 (Half-Down, Half-to-Go!)[]

Players who successfully complete all of the challenges given in the sixth stage (Half-Down, Half-to-Go!) are rewarded with 10 .

	“	Alright, tough decision, but we've done a short pit. The engine is fixed, but the tires haven't been changed. You're ahead, but they may fail you soon.	”
		— Chip McGee, Crew Chief

Event		Description	R$ (+CRB)	Fame	Skip
1	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Evening) [3 Laps]	3,200 (+800)	600	40
1	NASCAR	Finish in the top 10	3,200 (+800)	600	40
2	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Evening) [2 Laps]	2,200 (+550)	400	40
2	NASCAR	Finish in the top 10 (with reduced grip)	2,200 (+550)	400	40
3	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Evening) [8 Laps]	8,600 (+2,150)	1,600	40
3	NASCAR	Get to the top 3	8,600 (+2,150)	1,600	40
4	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Night) [5 Laps]	5,400 (+1,350)	1,000	40
4	NASCAR	Stay in the top 30 (with overheating issues)	5,400 (+1,350)	1,000	40
5	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Night) [5 Laps]	5,400 (+1,350)	1,000	40
5	NASCAR	Finish in the top 10 without colliding	5,400 (+1,350)	1,000	40
6	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Night) [7 Laps]	7,500 (+1,875)	1,400	40
6	NASCAR	Finish in the lead	7,500 (+1,875)	1,400	40

	“	Ok, we're entering the second half, and a yellow flag's just flown. Get into the pits and we'll fix you up. Just keep your cool because the competition is about to heat up...	”
		— Chip McGee, Crew Chief

For tips and advice on stage 06, See here: Tip and FAQ for Stage 06

Stage 07 (Inches from Catastrophe)[]

Players who successfully complete all of the challenges given in the seventh stage (Inches from Catastrophe) are rewarded with 10 and the CHEVROLET SS (HENDRICK MOTORSPORTS - 2015).

	“	That yellow flag really muddled us up. We're goin' to need to push our way to the front of the pack. Watch for your team mates - Kahne, Gordon, Johnson and Earnhardt, Jr. - and draft!	”
		— Chip McGee, Crew Chief

Event		Description	R$ (+CRB)	Fame	Skip
1	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Night) [10 Laps]	10,700 (+2,675)	2,000	50
1	NASCAR	Lead at the end of lap 275	10,700 (+2,675)	2,000	50
2	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Night) [3 Laps]	3,200 (+800)	600	50
2	NASCAR	Maintain 1st without Brad Keselowski drafting you for more than 20 seconds	3,200 (+800)	600	50
3	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Night) [5 Laps]	5,400 (+1,350)	1,000	50
3	NASCAR	Lead at the end of lap 325 (whilst conserving fuel, using Tilt B and without Brake Assist)	5,400 (+1,350)	1,000	50
4	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Night) [6 Laps]	6,400 (+1,600)	1,200	50
4	NASCAR	Lead at the end of lap 350	6,400 (+1,600)	1,200	50
5	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Night) [5 Laps]	5,400 (+1,350)	1,000	50
5	NASCAR	Finish in the top 2	5,400 (+1,350)	1,000	50
6	NASCAR	Richmond International Raceway (Night) [20 Laps]	21,400 (+5,350)	3,900	50
6	NASCAR	Win the race	21,400 (+5,350)	3,900	50

	“	Woo! You did it, champ! We've brought the Sprint Cup Series Championship back like a lost lamb to the fold, and Hendrick Motorsports owes it all to you! Fast cars, fast turns, and the grind, push and pull of Richmond International Raceway! That's another year down for the Federated Auto Parts 400, and it couldn't have ended better for us!	”
		— Chip McGee, Crew Chief

For tips and advice on stage 07, See here: Tip and FAQ for Stage 07

Completion Rewards[]

Stage	R$		Other rewards
01 (Strawberry Hill Racing School)	50,000	5	—
02 (The Long Roads of Indy)	50,000	5	—
03 (Show Off at Suzuka)	50,000	5	—
04 (Last Minute)	50,000	5	—
05 (Welcome to the 400!)	—	10	—
06 (Half-Down, Half-to-Go!)	—	10	—
07 (Inches from Catastrophe)	—	10	Win CHEVROLET SS (HENDRICK MOTORSPORTS - 2015) Unlock Dale Earnhardt, Jr.'s Champion Cup
	200,000	50

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