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Dana to Build New Axle Manufacturing Facility to Support Growth

Site in Toledo, Ohio, Once Home to Original Jeep® Plant MAUMEE, Ohio, May 9, 2016 – Dana Holding Corporation (NYSE: DAN) announced today that it will open anew high-tech axle manufacturing facility in Toledo, Ohio. The site of the new Dana facility was previously home to Willys-Overland Motors, which developed the original Jeep®, and is… Continue reading Dana to Build New Axle Manufacturing Facility to Support Growth

DEI Introduces the all new Mini Versa Starter Shield

Protects starters and other components from the damaging effect of heat soak Avon Lake, Ohio (May 4, 2016)…Constructed of an aluminized heat reflective material backed with a high temperature rated glass fiber insulation barrier, the new mini DEI Versa Shield™ protects starters and other components from failure due to heat soak. Capable of reflecting radiant… Continue reading DEI Introduces the all new Mini Versa Starter Shield

RUGGED RIDGE EXTENDS LINE OF ECLIPSE SUN SHADES WITH TWO NEW COLORS

Jeep Wrangler Sun Shades Now Available in Bright Red and American Flag Designs for Stylish Protection from the Sun Suwanee, Ga. (May 3, 2016) – Rugged Ridge®, a leading manufacturer of high-quality Jeep® parts and accessories, today announced it has expanded its line of Eclipse Sun Shades for 2007-2016 Jeep Wranglers to include two new looks.… Continue reading RUGGED RIDGE EXTENDS LINE OF ECLIPSE SUN SHADES WITH TWO NEW COLORS

PENRAY INTRODUCES PLASTIC-FRIENDLY MAF SENSOR CLEANER

Wheeling, IL April 22, 2016 – Penray Inc. has introduced its new cleaner for mass air flow (MAF) sensors, part number 2520. While there are other MAF sensor cleaners on the market, this new formula is designed to be plastic-friendly. It is well known that the delicate fine wire that senses the flow of air entering the… Continue reading PENRAY INTRODUCES PLASTIC-FRIENDLY MAF SENSOR CLEANER

Win a Complete Wrangler Overhaul worth $15,000 in Fully Installed Modifications

ExtemeTerrain is giving one lucky winner the ability to completely overhauling their rig by providing both game changing parts and a complete installation MALVERN, Pa.(April 26, 2016) –ExtremetTerrain.com, a leading aftermarket Jeep Wrangler parts supplier, is celebrating the change of seasons with their biggest overhaul prize pack ever.They are giving one lucky winner the ability to reinvent their Wrangler from the ground… Continue reading Win a Complete Wrangler Overhaul worth $15,000 in Fully Installed Modifications

Mittler Bros. Power Hammer Kit -at Trick-Tools

New to Trick-Tools is the Mittler Bros Power Hammer Kit. This recent addition to their ever growing metal shaping tool line-up resembles the 60lb Yoder M2 Power Hammer and is available in a fabrication kit that includes the power hammer components, giving you the freedom to build your own custom power hammer frame. This power… Continue reading Mittler Bros. Power Hammer Kit -at Trick-Tools

PATRICK CLARK RACING Continues to set a great pace for the 2016 Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series

The season is quickly heating up for all competitors in the 2016 Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series. Patrick Clark  started out with a rough opening round and was looking to push back this past weekend at Rounds 3&4 that took place at the Lake Elsinore Motorsports Park. The stacked Pro2 class is the most… Continue reading PATRICK CLARK RACING Continues to set a great pace for the 2016 Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series

SPEED ENERGY AND STADIUM SUPER TRUCKS INTRODUCE INAUGURAL

“MIKE’S PEAK HILL CLIMB CHALLENGE” First-Ever Hill Climb Race on Legendary Mike’s Sky Rancho To Bring World Class Racers to Baja in October 2016 CHARLOTTE, N.C. (April 26, 2016) –  SPEED Energy and Stadium SUPER Trucks Presented by TRAXXAS today announced the inaugural Mike’s Peak Hill Climb Challenge at the legendary Mike’s Sky Rancho in Baja… Continue reading SPEED ENERGY AND STADIUM SUPER TRUCKS INTRODUCE INAUGURAL

Trail-Gear is now offering FJ80 Front and Rear Bumpers

HREW bumpers are strong, but Trail-Gear had to take things to the next level by making our bumpers out of 1020 DOM (1.75" X .120" wall) with a .25” CNC formed steel plate winch mount. 1020 DOM is more dent resistant than HREW tubing and it will not split down the seam as we have all seen… Continue reading Trail-Gear is now offering FJ80 Front and Rear Bumpers

MAKITA RELEASES THE NEXT GENERATION 12V MAX LITHIUM-ION

New 12V max CXT™ is more compact with more comfort and capacity La Mirada, Calif. – Makita, a pioneer in cordless technology, has released the next generation of 12 volt with the 12V max CXT™ Lithium-Ion cordless tool series. Makita 12V max CXT™ features slide-style batteries so each tool’s handle is built with ergonomics in… Continue reading MAKITA RELEASES THE NEXT GENERATION 12V MAX LITHIUM-ION

RUGGED RIDGE LAUNCHES C3 REAR CARGO COVERS

New Versatile Covers Protect Cargo Area from Everyday Messes Suwanee, Ga. (April 19, 2016) – Rugged Ridge®, a leading manufacturer of high-quality Jeep® parts and accessories, today announced its new C3 Rear Cargo Covers that provide ultimate protection for the rear cargo areas of 2007-2016 JK Wranglers.

Sheldon Creed Sweeps Stadium SUPER Trucks Weekend at the Grand Prix of Long Beach

LONG BEACH, Calif. (April 17, 2016) –Sheldon Creed captured the SPEED Energy Stadium SUPER Trucks Presented by TRAXXAS race No. 2 at the Grand Prix of Long Beach Sunday in an amazing duel with Robby Gordon that had the thousands of fans that lined the 11 turn 1.968-mile street circuit on their feet the entire… Continue reading Sheldon Creed Sweeps Stadium SUPER Trucks Weekend at the Grand Prix of Long Beach

Rockstar continues to energize Off Road Racing Series

CORONA, California (April 14, 2016) – “The Rockstar girls say we’re going green,” an announcement that serves as a prelude to the most exciting motor sports competition in the world, will continue to be a catchphrase at Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series events in 2016. Rockstar Energy Drink has returned for its seventh season… Continue reading Rockstar continues to energize Off Road Racing Series

Get Professional Results with DEI’s New Exhaust Wrap Kit

All in one kit reduces underhood temperatures; Improves cooler intake charge and exhaust flow for maximum HP Avon Lake, Ohio (April 13, 2016)…Don’t let excessive exhaust heat become a power drain. Top engine builders and racers trust DEI thermal wrap to expedite exhaust flow for higher velocity and maximum HP by controlling heat to produce increased… Continue reading Get Professional Results with DEI’s New Exhaust Wrap Kit

LOORRS Heads West to Lake Elsinore, California

Lucas Oil Off Road Racing heads west to Lake Elsinore, California for Rounds 3 and 4 on April 23-24, after a successful season opener at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park in Chandler, Arizona. With the popularity of short course racing growing each season, we are seeing new sponsors and manufacturers getting involved wanting to be… Continue reading LOORRS Heads West to Lake Elsinore, California

COMMANDO TACTICAL EDITION™ JEEP TO BE AUCTIONED AT BARRETT-JACKSON PALM BEACH WILL BENEFIT PATRIOT FOUNDATION

Compton, California (April 5, 2016) – Friday, April 8, the first ever COMMANDO TACTICAL EDITION™  Jeep Wrangler built by Transamerican Auto Parts (TAP) off-road performance retailer 4 Wheel Parts, will be auctioned at the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach Collector’s Car Auction. One hundred percent of the proceeds from the sale of this unique, street legal vehicle… Continue reading COMMANDO TACTICAL EDITION™ JEEP TO BE AUCTIONED AT BARRETT-JACKSON PALM BEACH WILL BENEFIT PATRIOT FOUNDATION

ICON Vehicle Dynamics 1991-1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (80 Series) 3″ Suspension Systems

ICON Vehicle Dynamics is excited to announce the release of a new suspension system for one of the most off-road capable vehicles around – the 1991-1997 80 Series Toyota Land Cruiser. After an in-depth R&D process, ICON engineers have developed a 3” suspension system for the 80 Series that is aimed to improve on-road handling… Continue reading ICON Vehicle Dynamics 1991-1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (80 Series) 3″ Suspension Systems

RUGGED RIDGE INTRODUCES THREE NEW LIGHTING MOUNT OPTIONS FOR JEEP TJ/LJ WRANGLERS

New Mounting Locations for Perfect for Extra Illumination on the Trails Suwanee, Ga. (April 5, 2016) – Rugged Ridge®, a leading manufacturer of high-quality Jeep accessories, today introduced three new lighting mount options for 1997-2006 TJ and LJ Jeep® Wranglers. Designed to help Jeep owners easily add additional auxiliary LED lighting needed for nighttime trail… Continue reading RUGGED RIDGE INTRODUCES THREE NEW LIGHTING MOUNT OPTIONS FOR JEEP TJ/LJ WRANGLERS

FOX Athletes Dominate 2016 Mint 400

2016 POLARIS RZR MINT 400 PRESENTED BY BFGOODRICH TIRES FOX HIGHLIGHTS For the 4th consecutive year, a FOX athlete has taken the Overall win in one of the most infamously brutal off-road races, The Mint 400. In 2016, Justin Lofton made history in the #41 FOX Trick Truck affectionately known as BadCo, becoming the first driver ever to… Continue reading FOX Athletes Dominate 2016 Mint 400