New XHD Stinger Guard Gives the XHD Steel Front Bumper an Aggressive and Cutting-Edge Look Suwanee, Ga. (Feb. 28, 2017) – Rugged Ridge®, an industry leading manufacturer of high-quality Jeep®, truck and off-road accessories, today announced the addition of a new XHD Stinger Guard as an addition to the popular XHD Steel Front Bumper series,… Continue reading RUGGED RIDGE ADDS NEW XHD STINGER GUARD FOR XHD BUMPER-EQUIPPED 1976-2016 JEEP CY / YJ / TJ AND JK
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New Rancho ® Performance Suspension System Added for 2017 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra 1500 Trucks
Lift Kit Includes Meticulously Engineered Subframe & Steering Knuckles; Upper Control Arm Material Specific to Match Truck Long Beach, Calif., Feb. 24, 2017 – Engineered to accommodate the different upper control arm materials being used by Chevrolet and GMC, the new Rancho 4.5-inch performance suspension system enhances the ride and appearance of the popular truck… Continue reading New Rancho ® Performance Suspension System Added for 2017 Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra 1500 Trucks
DEI Introduces EXO Series™ Line and Hose Protection
Tough protection and insulation from direct heat for wires, hoses and lines Avon Lake, OH (February 15, 2017)…DEI’s EXO Series™ Sleeving has all the features of DEI’s popular Fire Sleeve™ with one benefit that makes it ideal for off-road racing, dirt track or extreme sports. Like the Fire Sleeve, the DEI EXO Sleeve is constructed… Continue reading DEI Introduces EXO Series™ Line and Hose Protection
RUGGED RIDGE INTRODUCES ALL NEW ARMOR FENDERS FOR 2007-2016 JEEP WRANGLER JK/JKU MODELS
Resists Damage from On and Off-Road Hazards Suwanee, Ga. (Feb. 15, 2017) – Rugged Ridge®, a leading manufacturer of high-quality Jeep, truck and off-road parts and accessories, today announced the release of its new line of Armor Fenders for 2007-2016 Jeep Wrangler JK / JKU models. Both front and rear fenders attach high on the… Continue reading RUGGED RIDGE INTRODUCES ALL NEW ARMOR FENDERS FOR 2007-2016 JEEP WRANGLER JK/JKU MODELS
GenRight Battles from 115th to 11th at King of the Hammers
Tony Pellegrino Battles from a Rear Start to 11th As the sun painted the clouds with red and orange over Hammertown, the 11thannual Nitto King of the Hammers powered by Optima Batteries came to life with the low rumble of V8 engines. Race cars had to be staged by 6:30am for an 8:00am start. Pit… Continue reading GenRight Battles from 115th to 11th at King of the Hammers
BFGoodrich(R) Tires Recognizes Baja Heritage with Charitable Donation and Historic Monument
Greenville, S.C., Feb. 13, 2017 –BFGoodrich® Tires, the official tire of SCORE International, developed its off-road identity four decades ago in the Baja peninsula in Mexico. To recognize the importance this region played in the legacy of its motorsports success, BFGoodrich announced a charitable donation of $10,000 USD to the Ensenada Family Development System (DIF)… Continue reading BFGoodrich(R) Tires Recognizes Baja Heritage with Charitable Donation and Historic Monument
BFGoodrich ® Tires Launches Into 2017 Motorsports Season
GREENVILLE, S.C. (Feb. 9, 2017) – BFGoodrich® Tires, coming off another successful season in motorsports, is poised to continue its passionate support of racers and drive for innovation in 2017. Last year, the company leaned on its race tire development expertise and support of its partner racers to record impressive off- and on-road victories while… Continue reading BFGoodrich ® Tires Launches Into 2017 Motorsports Season
Jay Leno to Race The 2017 Polaris RZR Mint 400 presented by BFGoodrich Tires
Former “Tonight Show” host brings Jay Leno’s Garage to “The Great American Off-Road Race” The Mint 400 announced today that Jay Leno will be racing The 2017 Polaris RZR Mint 400 presented by BFGoodrich Tires in a nearly stock Camburg Engineering built Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro. An avid automotive enthusiast, Leno will start the race… Continue reading Jay Leno to Race The 2017 Polaris RZR Mint 400 presented by BFGoodrich Tires
BFGoodrich® Tires Enhancing Support of Racers at 2017 King of the Hammers
BFGoodrich® Tires will enhance its already unparalleled support of off-road racers at the 2017 King of the Hammers with a robust contingency program and technical support for racers as well as the new BFGoodrich Garage designed for support of Everyman Challenge race teams. The event occurs in Johnson Valley, Calif. Feb 8-10.
SPEED Energy Stadium SUPER Trucks Return to 2017 Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Calif. (Jan. 31, 2017) – The Grand Prix Association of Long Beach announced today that the SPEED Energy Stadium SUPER Trucks has signed a multi-year agreement to return and race at the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach starting in 2017.
RUGGED RIDGE EXPANDS LINE OF OFF-ROAD RECOVERY GEAR WITH NEW SOFT ROPE SHACKLES
New Rope Shackles Constructed With High Modulus Polyethylene Fiber To Offer Increased Flexibility Suwanee, Ga. (January 31, 2017) – Rugged Ridge®, a industry leading manufacturer of high quality Jeep®, truck and off-road accessories, today announced the expansion of its line of off-road recovery gear with the addition of new Soft Rope Shackles for various on-… Continue reading RUGGED RIDGE EXPANDS LINE OF OFF-ROAD RECOVERY GEAR WITH NEW SOFT ROPE SHACKLES
Latest LoadHandler™ Power Products Starters and Alternators Offer Coverage for Light- and Medium-Duty Chevrolet/GMC Applications
100-Percent New Starters & Alternators Available for Popular Chevrolet/GMC Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Fleet Vehicles Novi, Michigan, January 30, 2017…The LoadHandler™ Power Products starter and alternator line now offers coverage of popular Chevrolet and GMC light- and medium-duty vehicles. LoadHandler Power Products is a value- and solutions-driven line of rotating electrical products that include fully application… Continue reading Latest LoadHandler™ Power Products Starters and Alternators Offer Coverage for Light- and Medium-Duty Chevrolet/GMC Applications
Ladies Offroad Welding Experience at King of the Hammers with ESAB
Tuesday February 7th 1-3pm at ESAB Welding Booth MESA, AZ January 27, 2017: ESAB Welding & Cutting, the official welding sponsor of Ultra4 and 2017 Nitto King of the Hammers, LetzRoll Offroad and Ladies Offroad Network have partnered to host a hands-on Ladies Offroad Welding Experience at King of the Hammers on Tuesday February 7th… Continue reading Ladies Offroad Welding Experience at King of the Hammers with ESAB
FOX Puts up $10k Purse to the Overall Winner on FOX at The 2017 Mint 400
The FOX Proving Grounds returns to The Great American Off-Road Race The Mint 400 today announced FOX, an industry leader in design and development of high performance shock absorbers and off-road racing suspension products, has returned as a sponsor of the 2017 Polaris RZR Mint 400 Presented by BFGoodrich Tires. A ten thousand dollar purse… Continue reading FOX Puts up $10k Purse to the Overall Winner on FOX at The 2017 Mint 400
RUGGED RIDGE INTRODUCES NEW ELITE LINE OF EXTERIOR ACCESSORIES FOR 2007-2017 JEEP WRANGLER JK / JKU MODELS
Distinctive Elite Styling and Premium Finishes Distinguish New Product Line Suwanee, Ga. (January 19, 2017) – Rugged Ridge®, a leading manufacturer of high-quality Jeep®, truck and off-road parts and accessories, today announced the expansion of its Elite line of exterior styling accessories with the addition of its Elite Headlight Guards, Elite Tail Light Guards, Elite… Continue reading RUGGED RIDGE INTRODUCES NEW ELITE LINE OF EXTERIOR ACCESSORIES FOR 2007-2017 JEEP WRANGLER JK / JKU MODELS
BITD Implements New Safety Rules For 2017
2017 Best In The Desert Safety Rules Don’t Be Caught Off Guard! As the 2017 Best In The Desert (BITD) Bluewater Parker 425 presented by Impact approaches, new rules regarding safety are now mandatory. These rules were introduced prior to 2016, when it was made known that they were recommended for one year and required for 2017. … Continue reading BITD Implements New Safety Rules For 2017
Remembering Casey Folks
Official Announcement from Best in the Desert: With a sad heart, Best in the Desert announces the passing of our leader on January 12, 2017. Casey suffered a massive stroke on the morning of January 7th in Parker, Arizona. He was doing what he loved, living his passion for off-road racing, getting ready to drop… Continue reading Remembering Casey Folks
Chris Rea Joins GenRight Off Road Racing as Navigator.
New era, fresh perspective gives Pellegrino added advantage to the 4485. January 9, 2017, Simi Valley, CA – Tony Pellegrino of GenRight Off Road is primed and ready to conquer the 2017 Nitto King of the Hammers Powered By Optima. With just a few weeks away, the car is tested and works extremely well in… Continue reading Chris Rea Joins GenRight Off Road Racing as Navigator.
BFGoodrich Tires Gears Up for Dakar Rally
GREENVILLE, S.C., Dec. 20, 2016 ― BFGoodrich® Tires ― the official tire of The Dakar Rally ― culminates its year-long celebration of the 40th anniversary of its first radial all-terrain tire, which revolutionized the light-truck and off-road industry, with the brand’s return to the 2017 Dakar Rally. After months of race tire development and testing,… Continue reading BFGoodrich Tires Gears Up for Dakar Rally
RUGGED RIDGE INTRODUCES NEW LINE OF D-RING ISOLATORS FOR ALL OFF-ROAD VEHICLES
New Isolators Effectively Eliminate the Rattle of D-Rings and Shackles Suwanee, Ga. (Dec. 20, 2016) – Rugged Ridge®, a leading manufacturer of high-quality Jeep®, truck and off-road accessories, today announced the launch of its new line of D-Ring Isolators for all Jeep models and off-road vehicles to eliminate the recovery rattle The Rugged Ridge D-Ring… Continue reading RUGGED RIDGE INTRODUCES NEW LINE OF D-RING ISOLATORS FOR ALL OFF-ROAD VEHICLES
RPM Off-Road’s Apdaly Lopez Wins 2016 Finale at Best in the Desert’s Pahrump 250
Dougans Racers Take 7 of 9 Top Spots at the Finish Line It was a storybook ending to the 2016 desert racing season for Dougans Racing Engines, whose athletes captured seven of the of the top nine spots at Best in the Desert’s Pahrump 250, including the overall win by RPM Off-Road’s #5 Apdaly Lopez. … Continue reading RPM Off-Road’s Apdaly Lopez Wins 2016 Finale at Best in the Desert’s Pahrump 250
BFGoodrich ® Tires Featured on new Ford F-150 Raptor
GREENVILLE, S.C., Dec. 12, 2016 – The light-truck industry was redefined in 1976 when BFGoodrich ® Tires released its first Radial All-Terrain T/A ® tire. Forty years later, the latest all-terrain tire ─ the BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A ® KO2 ─ will continue to set the off-road standard on the reengineered 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor, the… Continue reading BFGoodrich ® Tires Featured on new Ford F-150 Raptor
Trail Hero Airs on Race Central TV Across the Country Starting January 2017
Race Central TV brings all the coverage and action from the inaugural year of Trail Hero at Sand Hollow State Park in Hurricane, UT Hurricane, Utah, November 8, 2016 – Coming soon to a TV near you, the inaugural Trail Hero event brought to you by Race Central TV. The action packed show covers multiple… Continue reading Trail Hero Airs on Race Central TV Across the Country Starting January 2017
From Baja to the Nevada badlands, Crandon to the Outback, FOX Athletes Consistently Dominated in 2016
With an approximately 70% win rate in desert, rock, and short course racing in 2016, FOX has racked up an almost unbelievable number of wins, proving the superiority of their race suspension and technologies. The year started out with a bang when Erik Miller won his second career King of the Hammers title. Miller’s win… Continue reading From Baja to the Nevada badlands, Crandon to the Outback, FOX Athletes Consistently Dominated in 2016