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  • RED LINE’S RL-600 BRAKE FLUID MAXIMIZES BRAKE PERFORMANCE ON THE ROAD, ON THE TRAILS OR AT THE TRACK

    RED LINE’S RL-600 BRAKE FLUID MAXIMIZES BRAKE PERFORMANCE ON THE ROAD, ON THE TRAILS OR AT THE TRACK

    Benicia, Calif. (March 13, 2019) – Red Line Synthetic Oil, a leading manufacturer of performance lubricants, offers superior brake performance with its RL-600 Full Synthetic Brake Fluid. Formulated using the highest-quality esters that Red Line is known for throughout its line of high-performance lubricants, RL-600 is ready for use in road vehicles, race cars, off-roaders and motorcycles.

    RL-600 is a DOT 4 brake fluid engineered using a strict combination of Borate Esters and Glycol Ethers, in addition to specific moisture and corrosion inhibitors, for exceptional performance under any conditions. Brake fluids of all kinds are subject to moisture absorption throughout their lifecycles and that moisture can reduce the fluid’s wet boiling point, lowering its effectiveness. Red Line’s RL-600 combats this problem with its use of components which reduce moisture absorption.

    Repeated hard braking, such as in race conditions, generates a great amount of heat and places the brake fluid under immense pressure.  Both conditions can be detrimental to the operation of the brakes, as the brake fluid can boil and become compressible, leading to vapor lock and brake fade. RL-600 is developed to resist these issues and maintain lubricity, compressibility and viscosity under the most extreme conditions at the race track or on the street. The fluid has a dry boiling point of 604 degrees Fahrenheit and wet boiling point of 400 degrees Fahrenheit, far greater than the minimum requirement for DOT 4 brake fluids. Additionally, Red Line’s RL-600 can blend with DOT 3, DOT 4 and DOT 5.1 brake fluids, delivering more responsive and consistent pedal feel.

    “It doesn’t matter if you’re on the race track or driving home from the grocery store, the last thing any driver wants is an inadequate or unreliable braking system,” said Michael Andrew at Red Line Synthetic Oil. “Red Line’s RL-600 continues the proud Red Line tradition of offering exceptional and reliable products that perform under pressure.”

    For more information on Red Line Synthetic Oil, please visit www.redlineoil.com or follow Red Line Synthetic Oil on Instagram, Facebook or LinkedIn.

    About Red Line Synthetic Oil

    In 1979, Red Line Synthetic Oil began creating lubricants for the racing industry. Today, Red Line Synthetic Oil manufactures more than 100 products, including motor oils, gear oils, ATFs, assembly lubes, fuel additives and the popular WaterWetter cooling additive for the automotive, motorcycle, marine and industrial markets. Red Line Synthetic Oil uses extensive knowledge of racing to create high-performance products for track cars and street vehicles. To find a dealer or order online, log on to www.redlineoil.com.

  • BFGoodrich Tires Launches Tradesmen Support Program

    BFGoodrich Tires Launches Tradesmen Support Program

    Nationwide program throws BFGoodrich support behind America’s skilled trades

    GREENVILLE, S.C., March 1, 2019 — BFGoodrich® Tires has launched a first-of-its-kind tradesmen support program in the U.S. for the men and women in construction, agriculture, landscaping and other trades that rely heavily on pickup trucks to get work done.

    This is the first time a tire brand has launched such a program for the estimated 30 million skilled trades jobs in the U.S. The BFGoodrich® Tires Tradesmen Support Program will make work easier for tradesmen and women by reducing downtime and costs because of tire and vehicle issues.

    BFGoodrich will partner with associations representing a combined 1 million tradesmen in the U.S. in 2019. Members of these trade associations will receive the following from the program:

    • $100 off a set of four BFGoodrich® All-Terrain T/A® KO2® tires for association members and $70 off for non-association tradesmen and women – a substantial discount on the brand’s toughest all-terrain tire capable of handling virtually any job site.
    • Roadside assistance for two years, with towing up to 150 miles.
    • 30-day satisfaction guarantee.
    • Chances to win VIP experiences to races such as the SCORE BAJA 1000 and the MINT 400.

    BFGoodrich is working to offer the Tradesmen Support Program to associations, including the National Association of Home Builders, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, the Associated General Contractors of America, the National Association of Landscape Professionals, the Painting and Decorating Contractors of America, the American Quarter Horse Association and the American Subcontractors Association.

    Members of partner associations receive the largest tire discount, but any tradesmen or women can take part in the program and still receive a significant discount on a set of BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A® KO2® tires and take advantage of the other benefits of the program.

    “For the men and women in trades, downtime because of equipment equals lost money. Our All-Terrain KO2 tire is an essential piece of equipment that can withstand the toughest job sites,” said Jessica Parris, BFGoodrich director of consumer communications. “BFGoodrich is putting its support behind this critically important community with our Tradesmen Support Program.” 

    Tradesmen and women can find out if their association is offering its members the BFGoodrich® Tires Tradesmen Support Program by visiting www.bfgoodrichtires.com/tradesmen. Those who are not members of an association can still access the Tradesmen Support Program by visiting an authorized BFGoodrich® Tires dealer or going to www.bfgoodrichtires.com/tradesmen.

    About BFGoodrich® Tires

    With more than 100 years of heritage, BFGoodrich® Tires is dedicated to providing high performance tires for those who have a passion for driving in virtually any environment. Combining technical expertise with 45 years of motorsports experience, BFGoodrich Tires delivers tires for a full range of driving experiences, from ultra-high performance street to off-road terrain, with one common theme — extreme performance. Upgrade your performance with BFGoodrich and see where our tires can take you at www.BFGoodrichTires.com, on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/BFGoodrichTires or on Instagram or Twitter at @BFGoodrichTires.

  • Hatch Racing Debuts the Latest Jimco-built Creation

    Hatch Racing Debuts the Latest Jimco-built Creation

    Every facet of a Jimco-built chassis is a combination of history and innovation; a result of four decades of experience handcrafting championship off-road racecars. Inspired by the popularity of the legendary Trophy Truck class, the Spec TT platform was conceived as an intermediary between the limited and unlimited truck classes.  Modeled after Jimco’s championship Trophy Truck chassis, the 6100 Trophy Truck Spec is the culmination of 40 years of race-winning experience and is delivered competition-ready.

    Ernesto Araiza

    When 2018 SNORE Class 10 Champion and loyal Jimco car owner Fred Hatch was ready to take on the ultra-competitive Spec TT class, he once again called on the artists and engineers at Jimco to design, construct, and deliver the next masterpiece in his collection.  Last December, Hatch Racing took delivery of their new truck at the SNORE Rage at the River in Laughlin, Nevada. With no testing time due to bad weather, the Hatch Racing Spec TT finished third – straight out of the box in both the Unlimited Sportsman and 6100 Truck classes.

    The Hatch Racing Spec TT features many of the same components and abilities as its iconic counterpart however the stock sealed GM LS3 engine and Gearworks 3-speed Turbo 400 transmission package provide a relatively affordable option compared to the unlimited class trucks.  Jimco’s lightweight and nimble Spec TT chassis design combined with GM’s LS3 power plant delivers an uncompromising performance-oriented machine while also maintaining the competitiveness that made this one of the fastest growing classes in the desert.

    Click here to see the full feature.

    About Race-Dezert.com
    Race-Dezert.com was created by off-road enthusiasts, giving off-roaders a place online to share information about the sport and culture of off-road racing.  Based in Southern California, Race-Dezert.com highlights the off-road disciplines of desert racing, short course off-road, stadium truck racing, rally raid, rally racing and rock crawling.

    Our goal is to connect the world of off-road racing globally, bringing people together through the common denominator of off-road culture.  Whether you are a racer, a promoter, a chase team member, a casual fan, or just interested in learning about off-road, Race-Dezert.com is a place where you can learn about the sport and culture of off-road racing.

  • Rancho(R) Announces Official Sponsorship of the 2019 Jeep Jamboree USA Program

    Rancho(R) Announces Official Sponsorship of the 2019 Jeep Jamboree USA Program

    Enthusiast-First Suspension & Shock Company Enters into Sponsorship for Third Consecutive Year

    Los Angeles, Tues., Jan. 22, 2019 – The Rancho performance suspension and shocks brand of Tenneco has again partnered with Jeep Jamboree (JJUSA) in 2019 as the official event sponsor for its third consecutive year.

    “Jeep Jamboree USA continues to connect us with thousands of avid enthusiasts and Jeepers through their adventure-driven events,” said Chris Gauss, director, performance products, Tenneco. “If you look back into Rancho’s history, you’ll see our roots in the off-road Jeep events that brought together the outdoors, adventure, enthusiasts and Jeeps…identical to the popular Jeep Jamboree events today.”

    At select 2019 JJUSA events, a Rancho-outfitted Jeep Wrangler JL will be available for participants to see Rancho products firsthand on and off the Jeep Jamboree event routes as it showcases the latest Rancho suspension technologies.

    Participants also will be able to experience the Rancho-sponsored Jeep Jamboree Outdoor Garage, where event attendees can see Rancho suspension parts on display and ask questions. Attendees will be able to experience the events from afar online at www.GoRancho.com through the Rancho 360 VR experience throughout the season.

    “The Rancho team is truly an enthusiast-first organization. Through their sponsorship over the course of three years plus at-event support, they’ve certainly enhanced our participants’ experiences through educational initiatives like the Jeep Jamboree Outdoor Garage,” said Pearse Umlauf, president and CEO, Jeep Jamboree USA. “The Outdoor Garage is staffed by industry experts who provide helpful off-road preparedness tips and guidance to participants about vehicle modifications. The Rancho team has dedicated an entire event team to staffing this interactive product display vehicle at more than 20 upcoming events. This truly gives Jeep enthusiasts a unique experience and the ability to experience Rancho products in the field.” 

    Since 1955, the Rancho brand has been synonymous with Jeeps and its history is entrenched in innovative solutions and product engineering specific to Jeeps. The Rancho brand has a full complement of performance suspension systems, shock absorbers, ride control products and popular RockGEAR™ off-road performance accessories. 

    Rancho is headquartered in Long Beach, Calif., and is manufactured and marketed by Tenneco. Tenneco is the global supplier and manufacturer of the Rancho brand of suspension systems and components, shock absorbers, off-road protective equipment, specialty exhaust pipe kits and more for a variety of trucks, sport utility vehicles and Jeeps found around the globe.

    To follow along on the Rancho adventure, Connect with Rancho on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. To learn more about Rancho products, contact your nearest Rancho dealer, call 1-734-384-7806 or visit www.GoRancho.com.

    About Tenneco  

    Headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois, Tenneco is one of the world’s leading designers, manufacturers and marketers of Ride Performance and Clean Air products and technology solutions for diversified markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway equipment and the aftermarket, with 2017 revenues of $9.3 billion and approximately 32,000 employees worldwide. 

    On October 1, 2018, Tenneco completed the acquisition of Federal-Mogul, a leading global supplier to original equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with nearly 55,000 employees globally and 2017 revenues of $7.8 billion.  Additionally, the company expects to separate its businesses to form two new, independent companies, an Aftermarket and Ride Performance company as well as a new Powertrain Technology company, in late 2019.

    About the Future Aftermarket and Ride Performance Company

    Following the separation, the aftermarket and ride performance company will be one of the largest global multi-line, multi-brand aftermarket companies, and one of the largest global OE ride performance and braking companies.  The aftermarket and ride performance company’s principal product brands will feature Monroe®, Walker®, Clevite® Elastomers, MOOG®, Fel-Pro®, Wagner®, Champion® and others. The Aftermarket and Ride Performance company would have 2017 pro-forma revenues of $6.4 billion, with 57% of those revenues from aftermarket and 43% from original equipment customers.

    About the Future Powertrain Technology Company

    Following the separation, the powertrain technology company will be one of the world’s largest pure-play powertrain companies serving OE markets worldwide with engineered solutions addressing fuel economy, power output, and criteria pollution requirements for gasoline, diesel and electrified powertrains. The powertrain technology company would have 2017 pro-forma revenues of $10.7 billion, serving light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway and industrial markets.

  • Youngest 4400 Ultra4 Driver Qualifies in Top 10 for KOH2019 in New FIS Car

    Youngest 4400 Ultra4 Driver Qualifies in Top 10 for KOH2019 in New FIS Car

    Jordan Pellegrino Qualifies 9th out of 107 Entries 

    Determination and commitment to succeed has driven Ultra4’s youngest 4400 driver, Jordan Pellegrino, to focus on a brand new Full Independent Suspension Ultra4 car to race at the 2019 Nitto King of the Hammers powered by Optima Batteries. The Rockstar Energy – Mickey Thompson Tires – KMC Wheels – GenRight Off Road FIS car features a Triton Engineering Chassis, 74 Weld portals, a few T1 truck parts, and is racing on Mickey Thompson Baja Boss tires. This is one of two FIS cars entered into the 4400 class for the 2019 King of the Hammers race.

    During Tuesday’s qualifying, 20 year old Jordan Pellegrino’s goal was to go fast and keep the car together on the almost 2-mile qualifying track that consisted of short course, jumps, desert whoops, rocks, sand washes, rock trails going up and down Short Bus, and back into Hammertown short course. 

    In a blistering time for the first race the new FIS car has seen, Jordan qualified 9th in a field of 107 with a time of 2:26.7, which is only 8.4 seconds off the pole position time from Nick Nelson which was 2:18.3. 

    “I had a few bobbles in qualifying that cost a couple of seconds, but overall I am happy with where I qualified in the new car. It is wicked fast. Now to focus on keeping it together for the duration of the 4400 race on Friday.” Said an ecstatic Jordan Pellegrino after his run.

    The Full video replay of Jordan’s qualifying run is available on GenRight Off Road’s social media pages and King of the Hammers recorded Live Feed.

    GenRight Off Road Racing number 98 of Jordan Pellegrino is excided to have multiple partners involved for 2019 including Rockstar Energy, Mickey Thompson Tires, KMC Wheels, Rockstar Garage, K&N Filters, Triton Engineering, 74 Weld, JE Reel, R1 Concepts, FOX, WARN, Sparco, Simpson Racing, PRP Seats, Fuelsafe, Torco USA, Aeromotive, FKRodEnds, Rugged Radios, RCV Performance, Eaton Detroit Locker, Scosche, Red Peak Off Road,  Bullet Liner, Griffin Radiator, Factor55, Odyssey Batteries, HPS Performance, ARP Fasteners, CPCarillo, Scat Crankshafts, RCI Injectors, Heatshield Products, Heatwave Visual, Advanced Adapters and GenRight Off Road.

  • New Rancho® Promotion Offers Up to $400 Mail-In Rebate for Qualifying Lift Kits, Shocks or RockGEAR Purchases

    New Rancho® Promotion Offers Up to $400 Mail-In Rebate for Qualifying Lift Kits, Shocks or RockGEAR Purchases

    Los Angeles, Tues., Jan. 22, 2019 – The Rancho “Get Up to $400” mail-in rebate promotion – available on purchases made between March 1 and May 31, 2019 – will offer truck, SUV and Jeep owners Visa® Prepaid cards* worth up to $400 this spring. The Rancho brand is a leader in off-road suspension systems, ride control and accessories for the truck, SUV and Jeep markets.

    “This spring is a great time to save on Rancho performance products,” said Mike Sype, product and marketing manager, Rancho. “You can save on any of our lift kits, shock absorbers and even our Jeep-specific RockGEAR. Don’t miss out on this valuable savings opportunity!”

    Consumers can earn a Visa Prepaid card valued at $400 for a qualifying Rancho purchase totaling $2,000 or more; $300 for a $1,700 to $1,999.99 purchase; $250 for a $1,400 to $1,699.99 purchase; $200 for a $1,100 to $1,399.99 purchase; $150 for a $800 to $1,099.99 purchase; $100 for a $500 to 799.99 purchase; and $50 for a $200 to $499.99 purchase.

    The products included in the promotion are qualifying Rancho lift kits, Rancho quickLIFT™ Loaded assemblies; RS9000™XL, RS7000®MT, RS5000™X/RS5000™ series shocks and struts; RS7000MT and RS5000 series steering stabilizers; and RockGEAR off-road accessories.

    Many Rancho products are covered by an industry-leading Performance Guarantee and 90-day risk-free ride offer that lets enthusiasts try Rancho RS9000XL, Rancho RS7000MT, Rancho RS5000X shocks or Rancho quickLIFT units for 90 days. Consumers can return their shocks within 90 days for a full refund of the product’s purchase price. For a complete list of applications covered by the warranty, please visit www.GoRancho.com.

    Rancho is headquartered in Long Beach, Calif., and is manufactured and marketed by Tenneco. Tenneco is the global supplier and manufacturer of the Rancho brand of suspension systems and components, shock absorbers, off-road protective equipment, specialty exhaust pipe kits and more for a variety of trucks, sport utility vehicles and Jeeps found around the globe.

    To learn more about the requirements for processing the mail-in rebate and to download the redemption form, please visit www.GoRancho.com after March 1, 2019. Submissions must be postmarked by June 30, 2019 to qualify.

    To learn more about the Rancho “Get Up to $400 Back” spring promotion or Rancho products, contact your nearest Rancho dealer, call 1-734-384-7806 or visit www.GoRancho.com. Connect with Rancho on Facebook,Twitter and Instagram.

    About Tenneco  

    Headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois, Tenneco is one of the world’s leading designers, manufacturers and marketers of Ride Performance and Clean Air products and technology solutions for diversified markets, including light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway equipment and the aftermarket, with 2017 revenues of $9.3 billion and approximately 32,000 employees worldwide. 

    On October 1, 2018, Tenneco completed the acquisition of Federal-Mogul, a leading global supplier to original equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket with nearly 55,000 employees globally and 2017 revenues of $7.8 billion.  Additionally, the company expects to separate its businesses to form two new, independent companies, an Aftermarket and Ride Performance company as well as a new Powertrain Technology company, in late 2019.

    About the Future Aftermarket and Ride Performance Company

    Following the separation, the aftermarket and ride performance company will be one of the largest global multi-line, multi-brand aftermarket companies, and one of the largest global OE ride performance and braking companies.  The aftermarket and ride performance company’s principal product brands will feature Monroe®, Walker®, Clevite® Elastomers, MOOG®, Fel-Pro®, Wagner®, Champion® and others. The Aftermarket and Ride Performance company would have 2017 pro-forma revenues of $6.4 billion, with 57% of those revenues from aftermarket and 43% from original equipment customers.

    About the Future Powertrain Technology Company

    Following the separation, the powertrain technology company will be one of the world’s largest pure-play powertrain companies serving OE markets worldwide with engineered solutions addressing fuel economy, power output, and criteria pollution requirements for gasoline, diesel and electrified powertrains. The powertrain technology company would have 2017 pro-forma revenues of $10.7 billion, serving light vehicle, commercial truck, off-highway and industrial markets.

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