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Month: September 2012

  • 2012 On Toyota Land Cruiser 200 Series Deluxe Winch Bar

    DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT:

    The 2012 face lift 200 Series Toyota Land Cruiser features updated head lamps, grille and bumper designs which led to the requirement for a new ARB Deluxe bar design.

    With all the same features, the most noticeable difference from the previous model ARB deluxe bar is that the outer tube frame now extends from the coined edge of the wing instead of from the top surface. Additionally, all bars now have provisions for parking sensors with plastic blanking caps being supplied for models without this option. For models fitted with forward facing camera, a relocation kit is available. (more…)

  • MICKEY THOMPSON PERFORMANCE TIRES & WHEELS INTRODUCES THE NEW MICKEY METAL SERIES WHEELS

    Stow, Oh. – September 6, 2012 – Mickey Thompson Performance Tires & Wheels (Mickey Thompson) is pleased to introduce the new Mickey Metal Series wheels. These affordable, heavy duty steel wheels feature a tough black powder coat, embossed center cap, and the Mickey Thompson name stamped directly into the wheel face. Available in popular 15-, 16- and 17-inch sizes, the Mickey Metal Series wheels are offered in several options including the MT-28 (original eight-hole wheel) and the MT-88 (the 10-hole “D-window” wheel).

    “The Mickey Metal Series wheels were specially designed for today’s tough off-roaders, trailers and toy haulers,” said Ken Warner, VP Sales & Marketing, Mickey Thompson. “These stylish black wheels are available in the most popular sizes, plus a special application for toy haulers and an exclusive 17×9 size for late model trucks with larger brakes. They’re tough, functional and affordable with the ultimate style you’d expect from Mickey Thompson.”  (more…)

  • RUGGED RIDGE EXPANDS LINE OF ALL TERRAIN FLOOR LINERS WITH NEW COLORS AND APPLICATIONS

    Patented Floor Liners Now Available in Black, Gray and Tan For More Than 75 Different Jeeps, Trucks and SUVs

    Suwanee, Ga. (September 6, 2012) – Omix-ADA®, a leading manufacturer of high-quality Jeep®, truck and off-road parts and accessories announced today the availability of an expanded line of Rugged Ridge® All Terrain Floor Liners for Jeep, trucks andSUVs with all-new colors and applications. Available in black, gray and tan, Rugged Ridge Floor Liners complement the interior of more than 75 different vehicles from Jeep®, Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, Dodge, Ram, Ford, Lincoln, Nissan and Toyota. (more…)

  • Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association Rolls Out Hands-On ROV Basic DriverCourseSM in California

    IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 5, 2012 – The Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association is now offering its new Basic DriverCourse in Southern and Northern California, helping ROV drivers become familiar with these increasingly popular machines and learn about safe and responsible use. The DriverCourse combines the free, online ROV E-Course, plus nearly three hours of closed-range driving exercises supervised by a licensed ROHVA DriverCoach.  Click this video for a preview of theDriverCourse:  Link to Video

    “After months of testing and development, we are rolling out the Basic DriverCourse to individuals and groups wanting to familiarize themselves with their ROVs in a controlled environment and under the guidance of a certified DriverCoach,” said Paul Vitrano, executive vice president, ROHVA. “We now have training sites at the Prairie City SVRA and Hollister Hills SVRA in Northern California, and in Irvine in Southern California. We will be adding other locations in California and across the country to meet the demand.” (more…)