Federated Auto Parts members customers and vendor partners took part in the 2021 NASCAR Federated Auto Parts 400 Salute to First Responders this past weekend.

Prior to the start of the race, a special ceremony was held to also honor and remember those "impacted by the events of 9/11," say Federated officials.

“We were honored to be part of such a special event honoring first responders, as well as remembering those impacted by a day that will never be forgotten,” says Sue Godschalk, president of Federated Auto Parts.

“We want to thank all the U.S military personnel and first responders who participated in the pre-race ceremony. They truly made it a night to remember.”

Winners of the Federated Suite-Stakes contest were part of the Federated contingent that took part in the race weekend activities.

The 2021 race, which took place on Sept. 11, marked Federated’s 26th year of involvement with NASCAR.