Portland, OR (1/28/16) – Bushwacker is now offering two styles of fender flares for the refreshed 2016 GMC Sierra 1500. The company’s offerings include its “OE” Style® and Extend-A-Fender® flares. The “OE” Style flares offer 0.75-inches of additional tire coverage and provide the truck with the appearance of an upmarket trim level. The Extend-A-Fender flares… Continue reading New Bushwacker Fender Flares for 2016 GMC Sierra 1500
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BFGoodrich Tires Becomes Exclusive Tire Supplier For Red Bull Global Rallycross
Los Angeles, CA – (January 25, 2016) – Red Bull Global Rallycross and BFGoodrich Tires are pleased to announce a multi-year agreement that will see BFGoodrich become the official tire supplier for the Red Bull GRC series. The agreement will commence immediately in preparation of the opening race of the 2016 Red Bull GRC season,… Continue reading BFGoodrich Tires Becomes Exclusive Tire Supplier For Red Bull Global Rallycross
Trail-Gear is now offering a Weld-On Creeper Joint
These heavy duty Weld-On Creeper Joints are ideal for today’s flexible suspension systems. Super strong, Weld-On Creeper Joints will hold up to years of punishment. The inner flex ball is made from 8620 tool steel and rides on high quality polyurethane bushings. Heavy-duty, hardened steel washers hold the joint together. Creeper Joints are super flexible and allow… Continue reading Trail-Gear is now offering a Weld-On Creeper Joint
Trail-Gear is now offering DuraLine™ Soft Shackles
The DuraLine™ Soft Shackle is an excellent alternative to D-Ring shackles. The minimum breaking strength of the DuraLine™ Soft Shackle is 25,000 lbs. The lightweight 7/16” Dyneema SK75 construction makes this shackle light enough to float on water so it doesn’t sink while doing recoveries over water or mud. It is flexible enough to wrap around difficult recovery… Continue reading Trail-Gear is now offering DuraLine™ Soft Shackles
GEARWRENCH EXTENDS ITS ELECTRONIC TORQUE WRENCH LINE
Easy and Quick to Set Torque, The New Products Provide Customers More Options SPARKS, MD – GearWrench®, an innovative hand tool brand known for tools that deliver speed, strength, and access to automotive technicians, today announced the addition of two new electronic torque wrenches to its popular Electronic Torque Wrench line. The latest additions provide… Continue reading GEARWRENCH EXTENDS ITS ELECTRONIC TORQUE WRENCH LINE
Boom Mat Introduces Leather Look Headliner for Jeep® JK and Jeep Wrangler Side Window Kits
Avon Lake, OH, (January 20, 2016)…Boom Mat now offers a new Leather Look Jeep Headliner for late model 2 door and 4 door JK’s. The Leather Look sound deadening headliner is still as durable and easy to maintain as the original; even after the most challenging off-road adventure. Available in either a black or gray… Continue reading Boom Mat Introduces Leather Look Headliner for Jeep® JK and Jeep Wrangler Side Window Kits
Longfield™ Gun-Drilled Nissan Patrol Birfield Kits
The Longfield™ Gun Drilled 30-Spline Birfields are made out of 100% chromoly and are precision polished to remove any imperfections that may cause stress risers. The internals of the birfield are also made from 4340 chromoly and are dual heat treated for superior strength. The birfield has a M8 grease zerk at the end of the stub shaft… Continue reading Longfield™ Gun-Drilled Nissan Patrol Birfield Kits
RUGGED RIDGE LAUNCHES NEW BOULDER ALUMINUM DIFFERENTIAL COVERS FOR DANA 44 AND 30 AXLES
New Heavy-Duty Covers Engineered as Stronger Replacement to Factory Covers Suwanee, Ga. (January 19, 2016) – Rugged Ridge®, a leading manufacturer of high-quality Jeep® parts and accessories, today announced its new line of Boulder Aluminum Differential Covers for Dana 44 and 30 axles. Each cover is designed to help protect internal components from damage caused… Continue reading RUGGED RIDGE LAUNCHES NEW BOULDER ALUMINUM DIFFERENTIAL COVERS FOR DANA 44 AND 30 AXLES
Sheldon Creed’s Firsthand Thoughts Following The 2016 Dakar Rally
Prior to the 2016 Dakar Rally, RDC had the opportunity to sit down with Robby Gordon and Sheldon Creed for an Ask Me Anything interview based on input from our forum users. After being disqualified from the race due to dubious circumstances in Stage 8, Creed completed the rally with Team Speed, driving his Gordini along the… Continue reading Sheldon Creed’s Firsthand Thoughts Following The 2016 Dakar Rally
Federal-Mogul Motorparts Announces Partnership with M1 Concourse
Automotive performance track to be launched under iconic Champion® auto parts brand through new sponsorship agreement Southfield, Mich., Jan. 9, 2016 – Federal-Mogul Motorparts, a division of Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: FDML) and M1 Concourse, Michigan’s highly anticipated automotive enthusiast destination, today announced they have forged a robust partnership that has resulted in Champion® becoming… Continue reading Federal-Mogul Motorparts Announces Partnership with M1 Concourse
Team SPEED Rebounds in Dakar Rally Stage 3 with Robby Gordon Finishing 16th and Sheldon Creed 25th
SAN SALVADOR DE JUJUY, Argentina (January 5, 2016) – Team SPEED drivers Robby Gordon and Sheldon Creed successfully rebounded from Stage 2 struggles in the 38th Annual Dakar Rally to finish the weather shortened Stage 3 from Termas De Rio Hondo to San Salvador De Jujuy respectively in the 16th and 25th positions.
Americans Robby Gordon and Sheldon Creed Post Respectable 23rd and 28th Place Finishes during Stage 2 of the 2016 Dakar Rally
TERMAS DE RIO HONDO, Argentina (January 4, 2016) – After a cancellation of the first stage on Sunday due to inclement weather, Americans Robby Gordon and Sheldon Creed would roll their identically prepared SPEED Energy/Toyo Tires HST Gordini supercars to the starting line and take the green flag of Stage 2 on Monday morning.
Ask Robby Gordon and Sheldon Creed Anything
Dakar Rally 2016- The Odyssey We had the opportunity to sit down with Team Speed’s Robby Gordon, Sheldon Creed, Kellon Walsh, and Jonah Street in Buenos Aires prior to the start of the 2016 Dakar Rally. The questions we asked were based on user input in the Rally Raid subforum, where you can get all… Continue reading Ask Robby Gordon and Sheldon Creed Anything
PENRAY INTRODUCES SIX NEW PRODUCTS FOR 2016
Wheeling, IL, December 12, 2015 – Recent visitors to the Penray booth at AAPEX 2015 found a portfolio of six exciting new chemical products that enhance vehicle performance and efficiency, while offering time-saving and profit opportunities for distributors, retailers, and service shops.
Penray Marks 65th Anniversary
An American Success Story Wheeling, Il December 22, 2015 – 2016 will prove to be an exciting year for Penray Inc. as it celebrates its 65th anniversary. Founded in 1951, the company will engage in a year-long program of activities marking the milestone of 65 years of helping customers solve problems and increase their profits… Continue reading Penray Marks 65th Anniversary
BFGoodrich presents Race-Dezert Heroes and Legends: McMillin Racing
Off-Road racing is a family sport. No family represents this idea better than The McMillin’s. Founded by the late Corky McMillin, McMillin Racing has campaigned forty race vehicles, competed in over 303 races, and have won multiple championships, the McMillin family defines what family means in the sport of off-road racing. Corky’s sons Mark and… Continue reading BFGoodrich presents Race-Dezert Heroes and Legends: McMillin Racing
Dougans Racing Engines Wins ‘Performance Engine Builder of the Year’ Award, Presented by Speed-Pro® POWERFORGED® Pistons
California Shop Receives Annual Award from Engine Builder Magazine During Performance Racing Industry Show in Indianapolis Southfield, Mich., December 22, 2015.Dougans Racing Engines, located in Riverside, Calif., received the 2015 “Performance Engine Builder of the Year” award presented by Speed-Pro® POWERFORGED® Pistons, during last week’s Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show in Indianapolis. Dougans owner and president… Continue reading Dougans Racing Engines Wins ‘Performance Engine Builder of the Year’ Award, Presented by Speed-Pro® POWERFORGED® Pistons
RUGGED RIDGE EXPANDS LINE OF VINTAGE INSPIRED FENDER FLARES TO INCLUDE 1997-2006 JEEP WRANGLER
Hurricane Flat Fender Flares Now Available for Jeep TJ/LJ Suwanee, Ga. (December 17, 2015) – Following the success of its Hurricane Flat Fender Flares for Jeep® Wrangler JK models (2007-2016), Rugged Ridge® today announced it has its expanded the product line with new applications for 1997-2006 Jeep TJ/LJ Wrangler.
ROYAL PURPLE INTRODUCES NEW INNOVATIVE FORMULATION OF PURPLE ICE®
Cooling System Optimizer and Conditioner Provides Unmatched Protection Against Corrosion, Reduces Engine Coolant Temperatures Up to 25 Degrees Fahrenheit PORTER, Texas (December 17, 2015) – Premium synthetic lubricant and performance chemical manufacturer, Royal Purple, today announced the introduction of its reformulated cooling system optimizer and conditioner, Purple Ice®. The revolutionary new formulation is the most advanced… Continue reading ROYAL PURPLE INTRODUCES NEW INNOVATIVE FORMULATION OF PURPLE ICE®
WELD Announces Multi-Year Sponsorship Agreement with John Force Racing
Kansas City, Mo. – WELD has announced a new multi-year sponsorship agreement with John Force Racing. Norm Young, president and CEO of WELD and John Force, CEO of John Force Racing made the joint announcement during a news conference at the 2015 PRI Show in Indianapolis.
Team SPEED and Toyo Tires Enter TWO HST Gordini’s for 2016 Dakar Rally
Charlotte, NC (December 15, 2015) – Robby Gordon and Team SPEED are returning to compete in the 2016 Dakar Rally in full force with Two super car HST Gordini’s contending for the overall win. Gordon will drive his familiar bright orange #312 SPEED Energy/Toyo Tires/ TRAXXAS entry; while 2015 Stadium SUPER Trucks Champion, and X… Continue reading Team SPEED and Toyo Tires Enter TWO HST Gordini’s for 2016 Dakar Rally
Trail-Creeper FJ80 3.116:1 T-Case Gear Set
These gears will replace your stock t-case gears with a 3.116:1 gear ratio. The gear ration change will give you a 25% gear reduction over stock and ultimately increase the performance of your FJ80/FJ100 on the trail. This is the most complete and inexpensive FJ80 gear set on the market. The Trail-Creeper FJ80 3.116:1 T-Case Gear Set includes… Continue reading Trail-Creeper FJ80 3.116:1 T-Case Gear Set
GEARWRENCH RELEASES 43-PIECE 1/4″ DRIVE MULTI-FUNCTION RATCHET SET
Set Features New 1/4″ Drive Multi-Function Ratchets, Extension, Bits, and Sockets SPARKS, MD – GearWrench®, a premier hand tool brand known for tools that deliver speed, strength, and access to automotive technicians, today introduced a 43-piece 1/4″ Drive Multi-Function Ratchet Set.
DEI Titanium™ Exhaust and Pipe Wrap Kit for V8 Headers Now Available in New Retail Clamshell Package
Avon Lake (December 1, 2015)…DEI’s popular Titanium Exhaust and Pipe Wrap Kit is now available in a clear, see-through clamshell package. The all-in-one kit has everything you need to completely wrap a set of V8 headers. The kit includes two 2” x 50’ rolls of Titanium wrap, eight 8” and four 4” stainless steel locking… Continue reading DEI Titanium™ Exhaust and Pipe Wrap Kit for V8 Headers Now Available in New Retail Clamshell Package