Latest Power Tool Offering Features Category-Leading Torque Levels SPARKS, Md. (June 15, 2016) – GearWrench®, an innovative hand tool brand known for tools that deliver speed, strength, and access to automotive technicians, today announced the expansion of its Air Impact Wrench line. Now available nationwide, the 81 Series Air Impact Wrenches offer optimized performance and… Continue reading GEARWRENCH® EXTENDS AIR IMPACT WRENCH LINE WITH 81 SERIES
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Keep Your Team and Equipment Safe at Horsepower Ranch for LOORRS at Estero Beach
Keep Your Team and Equipment Safe at Horsepower Ranch for LOORRS at Estero Beach The Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series heads south of the border to Estero Beach in Ensenada, Baja California for rounds seven and eight this weekend. Need a place to stay that’s safe and secure? Horsepower Ranch has you covered. Tucked away… Continue reading Keep Your Team and Equipment Safe at Horsepower Ranch for LOORRS at Estero Beach
DEI Stainless Steel Positive Locking Tie Kit Now Available With Free Locking Tie Tool
Avon Lake, OH (June 14, 2016)…Design Engineering’s Stainless Steel Positive Locking Ties are the most ideal way to tighten wrap for automotive applications, especially for high heat applications such as exhaust wrap. DEI’s Positive Locking Ties are made of 316 stainless steel in a ladder-style design with a ratchet tightening system and low profile clasp.… Continue reading DEI Stainless Steel Positive Locking Tie Kit Now Available With Free Locking Tie Tool
AP Exhaust Technologies First-to-Market with New Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF) for Light and Medium Duty Vehicles
– Class 2 and 3 DPF launch represents initial offering for comprehensive Diesel program Goldsboro, NC – AP Exhaust Technologies, a leading manufacturer and supplier of automotive, light truck, and heavy-duty exhaust and emissions products, has just introduced a new line of Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF) for replacement on Class 2 and 3 vehicles. Key… Continue reading AP Exhaust Technologies First-to-Market with New Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF) for Light and Medium Duty Vehicles
Top 5 Ladies Co-Driver Challenge Announced at GEM Offroad Ladies Meet & Greet
MESA, AZ JUNE 11, 2015: Tuesday March 15th was the announcement at the very first GEM Offroad Ladies Meet & Greet in Moab about the Ladies Co-Driver Challenge. Today it is time to announce Charlene Bower’s official co-drivers for each of the events. The final 5 are: Marcie Hricziscse who will join Charlene in Baja… Continue reading Top 5 Ladies Co-Driver Challenge Announced at GEM Offroad Ladies Meet & Greet
Ladies Co-Driver Challenge Announces a Surprise 4th Event Joining the Bower Media Team at the SEMA Show
Winner to be Announced at Bantam Jeep Festival MESA, AZ JUNE 10, 2016: After initially announcing the three events that ladies could qualify to participate in for the Ladies Co-Driver Challenge, the RallyVenture event had to be replace with the Trail of Missions due to permitting issues. On the heels of this change, Charlene Bower… Continue reading Ladies Co-Driver Challenge Announces a Surprise 4th Event Joining the Bower Media Team at the SEMA Show
OMIX-ADA ANNOUNCES INAUGURAL JEEP HERITAGE EXPO CELEBRATING 75 YEARS OF JEEP
More than 250 Modern and Historic Jeeps to be on Display at July 16 Event, Benefiting the American Diabetes Association Suwanee, Ga. (June 7, 2016) – Omix-ADA® the world’s largest independent manufacturer and wholesaler of Jeep® parts and accessories, today announced it will hold its inaugural Jeep Heritage Expo, celebrating 75 years of Jeep, at… Continue reading OMIX-ADA ANNOUNCES INAUGURAL JEEP HERITAGE EXPO CELEBRATING 75 YEARS OF JEEP
EnerSys, Manufacturer of ODYSSEY Batteries, Returns as Exclusive Battery Partner of BIGFOOT 4×4, Inc
READING, Pa., (June 7, 2016) – EnerSys® (NYSE:ENS), the global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications and the manufacturer of ODYSSEY® batteries, continues as a primary sponsor of the BIGFOOT® monster truck team in 2016. A long-time sponsor of BIGFOOT 4×4’s racing and display program, ODYSSEY® batteries provide the rugged dry-cell batteries found… Continue reading EnerSys, Manufacturer of ODYSSEY Batteries, Returns as Exclusive Battery Partner of BIGFOOT 4×4, Inc
GEM Offroad Ladies Meet & Greet at Bantam Jeep Festival
Meet Charlene Bower, Chantelle Kern, and More Offroad Ladies MESA, AZ JUNE 3, 2016: Ladies attending Bantam Jeep Festival in Pennsylvania are invited to join the GEM Offroad Ladies Meet & Greet at the BFGoodrich Tires display on Saturday June 11th from 4:30-6:00pm. Bower Media’s Charlene Bower is excited to be co-hosting this event with… Continue reading GEM Offroad Ladies Meet & Greet at Bantam Jeep Festival
Warn Industries Releases New Ascent™ Rear Bumpers for Full Size Trucks
Clackamas, OR (6/2/16) – To complement its Ascent™ Front Bumper lineup, Warn Industries has just released the Ascent Rear Bumper for full-size pickups. Like the front bumpers, the rear models offer exceptional durability, rugged good looks, and improved off-pavement capability for Chevrolet, Ford, and Ram pickup trucks.
Toyota Tundra named Official Truck for 2016 Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series
CORONA, CA (June 2, 2016) — Toyota, a leader in motor sports promotion and participation for more than 40 years, is continuing its partnership with the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series and Team Lucas for the eighth season in 2016. The iconic Toyota Tundra is off-road’s Official Truck, and a cornerstone of a program… Continue reading Toyota Tundra named Official Truck for 2016 Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series
Trail-Safe FJ80 Inner Axle Seals
Tired of dealing with oil leaks from your front inner axle seal? Trail-Gear has remedied that issue by offering our new Trail-Safe™ FJ80 Inner Axle Seal. The Trail Safe™ inner seal lip is totally supported by a garter spring applying constant force over the full 360° circumference. This prevents any deflection gaps and stops oil from bypassing the… Continue reading Trail-Safe FJ80 Inner Axle Seals
Ladies Co-Driver Challenge Training Weekend Comes to a Successful Conclusion
Final 3 To Be Announced at Bantam Jeep Festival MESA, AZ MAY 26, 2016: The final 10 competitors from the Ladies Co-Driver Challenge had a successful training weekend in Arizona, the last leg of the challenge. The jam-packed weekend was full of offroad recovery, navigation, driving, shooting, kayaking and even a road trip to California.… Continue reading Ladies Co-Driver Challenge Training Weekend Comes to a Successful Conclusion
DEI Introduces Protect-A-Wire™ Now Available in New Bulk Spool Options
Thermal protective wire sleeving is now available in 50 ft. spools with multiple options in color and size Avon Lake, Ohio (May 26, 2015)…DEI’s Protect-A-Wire™ offers a cost effective way to protect expensive spark plug wire sets from burning, cracking or hardening. It is also an excellent choice for wire looms for a clean wiring installation.… Continue reading DEI Introduces Protect-A-Wire™ Now Available in New Bulk Spool Options
Yokohama Tire Corporation Kicks off True Blue Fan Challenge
Contest starts May 25 and gives away a trip to a Chelsea Football Club match in Southern California SANTA ANA, CA. – (May 25, 2016) – As the official shirt partner of Chelsea FC, Yokohama Tire Corporation (YTC) wants to give away a trip to the ultimate Chelsea FC fan. Through its latest contest, the… Continue reading Yokohama Tire Corporation Kicks off True Blue Fan Challenge
MOOG(R) Introduces Complete Steering Linkage Assembly for Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 Pickups
MOOG becomes the first independent aftermarket brand to offer pre-assembled steering linkage Southfield, Mich., May 23, 2016… Federal-Mogul Motorparts, a division of Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: FDML), today introduced an innovative new MOOG® steering solution that will make repairs easier for automotive technicians and purchasing decisions easier for consumers. MOOG now offers a complete steering linkage assembly for… Continue reading MOOG(R) Introduces Complete Steering Linkage Assembly for Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 Pickups
Dana 44™ Front Axle Introduced to Dana Crate Axle™ Program
Provides Exact Solution for Wide Range of Off-road Applications Maumee, OH, May 23, 2016 – Expanding applications for its newest aftermarket axle technology, Dana Holding Corporation (NYSE: DAN) today introduced the Dana 44™ front axle to its Crate Axle™ program. The new offering delivers extreme performance for a variety of applications, including off-road vehicles, forklifts,… Continue reading Dana 44™ Front Axle Introduced to Dana Crate Axle™ Program
RUGGED RIDGE ANNOUNCES NEW STEEL WINCH PLATE FOR MOPAR 10th ANNIVERSARY RUBICON FRONT BUMPERS
New Winch Plate Adds Utility to Jeep® JK Wranglers Suwanee, Ga. (May 18, 2016) – Rugged Ridge®, a leading manufacturer of high quality Jeep®, truck and off-road parts and accessories, today announced its new Steel Winch Plate to fit the following JK Wrangler vehicle packages equipped with the MOPAR 10th Anniversary Rubicon front bumper: Rubicon… Continue reading RUGGED RIDGE ANNOUNCES NEW STEEL WINCH PLATE FOR MOPAR 10th ANNIVERSARY RUBICON FRONT BUMPERS
A NEW ADDITION TO ALCON’S OFF-ROAD RANGE
Alcon is delighted to announce the latest addition to its off-road racing range, the CAR8949AM20 caliper. Specifically designed for off-road racing, this new 6 piston monoblock caliper delivers best in class braking performance coupled with further weight savings over previous iterations of calipers.
RUGGED RIDGE ANNOUNCES NEW STEEL WINCH PLATE FOR MOPAR 10th ANNIVERSARY RUBICON FRONT BUMPERS
New Winch Plate Adds Utility to Jeep® JK Wranglers Suwanee, Ga. (May 18, 2016) – Rugged Ridge®, a leading manufacturer of high quality Jeep®, truck and off-road parts and accessories, today announced its new Steel Winch Plate to fit the following JK Wrangler vehicle packages equipped with the MOPAR 10th Anniversary Rubicon front bumper: Rubicon… Continue reading RUGGED RIDGE ANNOUNCES NEW STEEL WINCH PLATE FOR MOPAR 10th ANNIVERSARY RUBICON FRONT BUMPERS
Satmodo – 5 for 5 Down in Baja
Satellite Phones & Baja…Should you even take one? 1. Iridium Sat Phones work everywhere you can see the sky …even in Baja! If you can see the sky, then you can use an Iridium satellite phone. 2. Sat Phones keep you in touch with Chase Trucks, Pit Crews, and Everyone else on your team. When… Continue reading Satmodo – 5 for 5 Down in Baja
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
Dana Announces Ultimate Dana 44™ “What’s The Diff” Axle Give-Away Contest Winners
MAUMEE, OH, May 9 – Dana Holding Company announced the winners of its Ultimate Dana 44™ “What’s the Diff” Axle Give-Away contests, held at SEMA 2015, Las Vegas; King of the Hammers (KOH), Johnson Valley, California; and Easter Jeep Safari (EJS) 2016, Moab, Utah.
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