Category: Events/Competitions

King Shocks’ Harley Letner Wins the 2017 Method Race Wheels Laughlin Desert Classic presented by Canidae Tap It

Voss wins Trick Truck class and King takes eight of the top ten overall spots #1570 Harley Letner of Youtheory Racing took the overall win this weekend at the 2017 Method Race Wheels Laughlin Desert Classic presented by Canidae Tap It.  Letner finished over four minutes ahead of second place overall finisher and King Shocks… Continue reading King Shocks’ Harley Letner Wins the 2017 Method Race Wheels Laughlin Desert Classic presented by Canidae Tap It

Pat Dean Qualifies First for the 2017 Method Race Wheels Laughlin Desert Classic presented by Canidae Tap It

2017 Race-Dezert BITD Laughlin Desert Classic Coverage It was a fast time trials today, a fitting opening to sprint race known as the Method Race Wheels Laughlin Desert Classic presented by Canada Tap It.  #1575 Pat Dean, #1 Jason Voss, #1570 Harley Letner, #32 Shawn Croll and #4 Justin Matney were the top five qualifiers… Continue reading Pat Dean Qualifies First for the 2017 Method Race Wheels Laughlin Desert Classic presented by Canidae Tap It

Method Race Wheels Laughlin Desert Classic Takes over Laughlin, NV This Weekend

2017 Race-Dezert BITD Laughlin Desert Classic Coverage The Method Race Wheels Laughlin Desert Classic presented by Canidae Tap is by far one of the funnest races of the year. It’s a different format, easy to spectate, and has two days of racing for all classes, making the fun to work ratio tilt all the way… Continue reading Method Race Wheels Laughlin Desert Classic Takes over Laughlin, NV This Weekend

2017 NORRA Mexican 1000 Day 5 Recap – La Paz to San Jose del Cabo

2017 Race-Dezert NORRA Mexican 1000 Coverage The 2017 NORRA Mexican 1000 came to an end on Thursday, 50 years after the first Mexican 1000 race from Tiajuana to Cabo. Over time the names have changed and the vehicles have become more capable, but in the end this race is still about man’s struggle to overcome… Continue reading 2017 NORRA Mexican 1000 Day 5 Recap – La Paz to San Jose del Cabo

2017 NORRA Mexican 1000 Day 4 Recap – Loreto to La Paz

2017 Race-Dezert NORRA Mexican 1000 Coverage Day Four of the NORRA Mexican 1000 (from Loreto to La Paz) didn’t cover as many miles as the previous day, but it was no less brutal. Many teams arrived late into Loreto on Tuesday night, leaving little time for chase crews to make repairs or fatigued drivers to… Continue reading 2017 NORRA Mexican 1000 Day 4 Recap – Loreto to La Paz

2017 NORRA Mexican 1000 Day 3 Recap – Bay of LA to Loreto

2017 Race-Dezert NORRA Mexican 1000 Coverage “We brought a gun to a knife fight…” Brandon Bailey quipped regarding bringing his Alumicraft Class 1 car to the vintage-themed Mexican 1000, “and I got stabbed!” A hard rock hit ripped the driver side rear arm off the car on Day Three of the NORRA Mexican 1000, ending… Continue reading 2017 NORRA Mexican 1000 Day 3 Recap – Bay of LA to Loreto

NORRA Mexican 1000 Day 1 Recap – Ensenada to San Felipe

2017 Race-Dezert NORRA Mexican 1000 Coverage This year marks the biggest Mexican 1000 since the race was revived in 2010. Over 260 two-wheel and four-wheel entries signed up for the rally this year; over 100 more than last year. That increase in entries has brought some growing pains (with one minute start intervals it takes… Continue reading NORRA Mexican 1000 Day 1 Recap – Ensenada to San Felipe

Matt Brabham and SafeCraft Safety Equipment Grab Victory at the Grand Prix of Long Beach

LONG BEACH, Calif. (April 8, 2017) – Matt Brabham of Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia managed to avoid the carnage in the first half of the race to work his way past competitor after competitor and hold off a late charge by fellow Australian Paul Morris to earn back to back SPEED Energy Stadium SUPER Trucks victories… Continue reading Matt Brabham and SafeCraft Safety Equipment Grab Victory at the Grand Prix of Long Beach

2018 King of The Hammers Dates Announced

JOHNSON VALLEY, CA MARCH 31st, 2017: Hammerking Productions is pleased to announce the dates for the 2018 King of The Hammers. The week-long off-road race and festival will commence on February 2nd, 2018 with the opening of Hammertown in Johnson Valley, CA followed by a week of off-road racing. The event culminates with the 12th annual… Continue reading 2018 King of The Hammers Dates Announced

OPTIMA Batteries power multiple Team Lucas Series for 2017

CORONA, Calif. (March XX, 2017) – OPTIMA Batteries, the manufacturer of superior performance, long-lasting car, truck, tractor and marine batteries and a major power source throughout motorsports, will again partner with Team Lucas in 2017. For the exciting Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series of short course events OPTIMA will be the sponsor of the… Continue reading OPTIMA Batteries power multiple Team Lucas Series for 2017

Lund will lead 2017 Lucas Oil Off Road races as Safety Truck sponsor

CORONA, California (March 21, 2017) – Lund International, a world leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of automobile aftermarket accessories, will be out in front of everyone in the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series this year, as the sponsor of the Lund Safety Trucks at all national and regional events.

Toyota Tundra returns as Official Truck to Lucas Oil Off Road series for 2017

CORONA, CA. (March 8, 2017) – Toyota and the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series, two world leaders in the motor sports industry, have extended their successful Team Lucas partnership for a ninth season in 2017. Again this season the iconic Toyota Tundra is the Official Truck of the Lucas Oil Off Road series  and… Continue reading Toyota Tundra returns as Official Truck to Lucas Oil Off Road series for 2017

Ladies Offroad Network Socials and Experiences at King of the Hammers a Success

MESA, AZ   February 15, 2017:  Everyday from 9-11am the Ladies of Hammertown gathered at the 4 Wheel Parts booth for a Ladies Offroad Social with coffee, cocoa, tea, water and snacks for a casual environment to talk and get to know each other.  In addition to the daily socials, there were two hands-on experiences that… Continue reading Ladies Offroad Network Socials and Experiences at King of the Hammers a Success

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 ® 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.

Ladies Offroad Tire Experience at King of the Hammers BFGoodrich Tires Garage

Wednesday February 8th 1-3pm at BFGoodrich Tires Garage MESA, AZ   January 30, 2017:  BFGoodrich Tires™ and Ladies Offroad Network have partnered to host a hands-on Ladies Offroad Tire Experience at King of the Hammers on Wednesday February 8th from 1-3pm at the BFGoodrich Tires Garage.  Ladies will have the opportunity to use a jack, impact wrench, star… Continue reading Ladies Offroad Tire Experience at King of the Hammers BFGoodrich Tires Garage

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

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