Appleton, WI (May 6, 2010) – As the MORR (Midwest Off Road Racing) membership continues to grow, so does the anticipation of the first Sportsman only test day at the “Big House” in Crandon, Wisconsin. After a few discussions between MORR president, Dan Vanden Heuvel and Crandon International Off-Road Raceway CEO, Cliff Flannery earlier in the year, everyone agreed that creating a test day at the TORC series’ biggest track would be a huge boost for all involved parties. (more…)
Month: May 2010
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Sacalas’ “Big Ugly” Takes Close 2nd at Silver State 300
Kevin Sacalas went into last week’s BITD Silver State 300 with one goal: to prove he was a contender in the Ultra4 class. He did just that! At the end of 300 miles, one minute 18 seconds is all that separated Sacalas, the 2009 Vegas to Reno winner, from Loren Healy, the 2010 King of the Hammers winner. Ultimately, as they crossed the finish line, following a 90+ MPH drag race through the silt beds of the Nevada desert, Healy would take 1st with Sacalas coming in a close 2nd. Silver State 300 was Sacalas’ 3rd Ultra4 race in the 4435 car he built in his garage that fans have affectionately dubbed, “Big Ugly.” (more…) -
NEW RANCHO® WEBSITE MAKES IT EASY FOR ENTHUSIASTS TO UPGRADE SHOCKS, SUSPENSION SYSTEMS
LONG BEACH, Calif., May 5, 2010 – Rancho – an industry leader in suspension innovation – has made it easier than ever to outfit your rig with the latest Rancho technologies through the newly redesigned www.gorancho.com website. Featuring more interactivity, simpler navigation and added content, the new Rancho website gives enthusiasts an opportunity to interact and engage in the brand’s online presence. (more…) -
Wind and Rocks Collide at W.E. Rock Ballistic Fabrication Pro National Competition
PLACERVILLE, CA MAY 5, 2010: The W.E. Rock Ballistic Fabrication Pro National Event whipped up the action and the wind at the Tucson, AZ Pima Motorsports Park. Local Arizona racers competed against national champions with solid performances on the scoreboards, while the wind scattered vendor row and flustered the concentration of some drivers. The class winners were Brad Lovell, Brent Bradshaw, Todd Stephensen and Nathan Unruh. (more…) -
Octane Fest Features Motocross, Quad Wars and Tuff-Cross with $3,500 in Pro Purse Winning on the Table
FALLON, NV MAY 5, 2010: Jeff Ward, the 2010 Octane Fest Grand Marshall, has the longest career of elite motocross riders in history winning every major American AMA Motocross and Supercross title. KTM and Carson Motorsports presents NMXD Motocross, Tuff-Cross (Arena Enduro Racing) and Quad Wars brought to you by Fly Racing at this years Octane Fest. These events are in addition to a Speed Technologies SuperLite Truck Invitational, Rock Crawling, TUFF-CUP Pro Arena Rock Racing, Tuff-Truck, Demolition Derby, Monster Ride trucks, Mud Drags, and the 2nd Annual Mad Metal Truck Show & Shine all happening at the Fallon Fairgrounds. In addition, the NHRA Lucas Oil Division 7 Series will be at the Top Gun Raceway, Hurricams Car Show will take over Oats Park and IMCA Dirt Track Racing will be at Rattlesnake Raceway rounding out a full weekend of racing. (more…) -
Warn Industries receives third consecutive Global Supplier Award from Ford Motor Company
Clackamas, OR (5/3/10) – Warn Industries, a Tier 1 supplier to Ford Motor Company, has received a 2009 Global Supplier Award from the Dearborn, MI-based auto manufacturer. This marks the third consecutive year Warn Industries has received a Global Supplier Award. This annual recognition is given to suppliers that exceed standards in quality, cost, and delivery. Warn Industries received a Silver Award for its axle production, and was 1 of 40 suppliers to be recognized for its achievements. (more…)