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15 new socket sets, unveiled by GearWrench

GEARWRENCH INTRODUCES NEW BIT SOCKET, BIT DRIVER, AND UNIVERSAL BIT SOCKET SETS

New Sets Provide Increased Access in Tight Spaces for Various Automotive Jobs

SPARKS, MD (January 13, 2015) GearWrench®, a premier hand tool brand known for tools that deliver speed, strength and access to automotive technicians, today unveiled 15 new socket sets in three different styles.

New styles include bit sockets, universal bit sockets and bit drivers, allowing technicians to select the right socket for a specific application. “These new sockets uphold the reputation of strength and durability for which GearWrench is known, ” said Jim Stewart, product manager for GearWrench. “We designed them for optimum performance, providing technicians with a reliable option to get to fasteners in hard-to-reach spaces. ” (more…)

January 16, 2015
BFGoodrich® Tires Bringing Baja Champion Tire and Contingency Program To King of the Hammers

GREENVILLE, SC (Jan 12, 2014) – On the heels of one of the most successful desert racing seasons in recent memory, BFGoodrich® Tires is highlighting its championship race tire products and a strong contingency program for the winner of the 2015 King of the Hammers held February 6 in Johnson Valley, Calif.

Once again this year, BFGoodrich Tires will offer racers a $5000 contingency award for the winner of the King of the Hammers race if running on its product. Additionally, the company will offer a $2500 award for the winner of the Smittybilt Every Man Challenge if on BFGoodrich products. (more…)

January 15, 2015
New Nissan Titan Diesel Pickup Truck With Cummins Turbo Diesel Engine Is the Latest Addition to U.S.’s Emerging Diesel Vehicle Market

New Clean Diesel Truck Unveiled This Morning at Detroit Auto Show

Detroit – A major new addition to the diesel pickup truck stable was introduced this morning as Nissan unveiled its new 2016 Nissan Titan powered by a Cummins 5.0L V8 Turbo Diesel engine during the opening day of this year’s North American International Auto Show in Detroit. (more…)

January 15, 2015
Rod Hall’s Championship 1969 Bronco Returns to Baja

The ORMHOF/Rod Hall Championship Bronco Returns to Baja

On December 15th, 2014, racing legend Rod Hall pulled his championship Bronco from the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame (ORMHOF) museum in Reno, Nevada, and into the shop for a full restoration. This April, Hall, who has achieved more podium finishes that any American off-road racer, will slip behind the wheel and again pilot his classic steed down the Baja peninsula in the General Tire NORRA Mexican 1000. (more…)

January 15, 2015
Husky Towing Products Announces New Hitch System

Super quiet Center Line™ TS – weight distribution with integrated sway control

Morgan Hill, CA, November 2014 – Husky Towing Products announced the most comprehensive product launch in Husky history with its innovative new Center Line TS weight distribution hitch system. The Center Line TS combines weight distribution and sway control in a strong, lightweight design that delivers outstanding performance with significantly less noise than competing hitches. The TS has enjoyed exceptional early response from both dealers and consumers. (more…)

January 15, 2015
Jimmy¹s 4×4 and LetzRoll Offroad Racing partner for 2015

MESA, AZ LetzRoll Offroad Racing is proud to announce their new partnership with Jimmy’s 4×4 for the 2015 Racing season. The 2015 chassis for the ESAB Welding & Cutting / Yukon Gear and Axle #4493 is an Independent Front Suspension design and represents the next step in the LetzRoll Offroad Racing program. Building upon the success of the 2014 season (Top 10 King of the Hammers, Top 10 National Points, Top 5 West points), witnessing the growing success of IFS cars in Ultra4 competition, plus the team expansion in to Baja racing, Andrew knew it was time to elevate the game. When it comes to a proven IFS chassis in the Ultra4 racing world, there was really only one choice: Jimmy’s 4×4. In addition to racing a Jimmy’s chassis, LetzRoll Offroad is now an authorized dealer for Jimmy’s 4×4. (more…)

January 15, 2015