RPW Exclusive: Five Star Teams Up With Alex Yankowski: New MD3 Body Panels Built For Northeast Modifieds
Column By: DANIEL SANCHEZ / RPW – TWIN LAKES, WI – At PRI 2024, Five Star Bodies unveiled a game-changing innovation for Northeast dirt racers—MD3 Molded High-Impact Plastic Body Panels engineered to outlast and outperform traditional aluminum.
Now, top Northeast Modified drivers like Alex Yankowski are putting them to the test—and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.
“We took the same MD3 material we use to manufacture our Dirt Late Model noses and body panels and used that to form these Northeast Modified Body Panels,” said Daniel Sanchez, Marketing Manager at Five Star Bodies.
“Our MD3 Product Manager, Dan Robinson, worked side by side with DIRTcar officials to keep the same great-looking panels racers already love—but with increased durability that prevents cut tires and saves crews from having to hammer out bent aluminum week after week.”
Tested Tough by Alex Yankowski
“We’ve already had some contact, but no banging out during the week like aluminum panels—which saves you a headache. My biggest concern about switching to plastic was the bracing. But when we got the MD3 panels from Five Star, we realized we didn’t need any additional bracing at all—unlike some of the other panels on the market. Everything’s been good, they’re solid, and we’re going to keep running them.”
— Alex Yankowski #84y
Endorsed by Racers Across the U.S. and Canada
From weekend warriors to high-profile teams, racers like Jessica Powers and many others across the U.S. and Canada have shared great feedback after switching to MD3 plastic. The verdict is clear: more durability, less downtime, and faster turnaround between races.
Why Racers Are Ditching Aluminum
These new MD3 panels were engineered to address the most common issues racers face with aluminum. Here’s what makes them a standout:
- Easy Installation & Replacement
Repeatable flange-fit design makes panel swaps fast and hassle-free—even in the pits. - Pre-Molded Mounting Points
Wheel well and nerf bar holes are molded in for precise alignment and secure fitment. - Flame Resistant & Series Approved
Meets all flame resistance standards and is approved by every major national sanctioning body. - Built for Impact
Made from exclusive MD3 high-impact plastic that offers unmatched strength under the harshest conditions. - Available in Five Colors
Choose from White, Black, Blue, Red, or Gray to match your team’s style and stand out on race day.
From PRI to Podiums
Since making their debut at PRI 2024, MD3 Northeast Modified panels have already landed in Victory Lane multiple times in 2025. These panels are proving their worth under real racing conditions—helping teams stay focused on winning, not weekly repairs.
Whether you’re racing Big Blocks, 358s, or Sportsman Modifieds, these panels are built to handle the unique demands of Northeast Modified racing—with the performance, strength, and ease of use today’s racers expect.
Ready to Upgrade?
Don’t get left behind. Make the switch to MD3 molded plastic body panels and experience the next generation of body technology for Northeast Modifieds.
Order Now: https://www.fivestarbodies.com/BodyStyle/Northeast-Modified-Body
