RENO, NV MARCH 29, 2011 – Roger Norman was in the front pack for the entire 2011 SNORE Mint 400 finishing 3rd in the Trophy Truck class, 5th overall. After a qualifying run that had everyone talking, the #8 Crystal Bay Casino trophy truck took the second starting position. Norman maintained the second place position for the first lap, gained the lead in the second lap but then fell back to finishing third after an hour long on course repair. “It was rocky and dusty and tires played a huge role in the race, our BFGoodrich tires really withstood the beating,” said Roger Norman. (more…)
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Roger Norman Podiums at 2011 Mint 400
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General Tire dominates the legendary Mint 400 with a complete podium sweep
- Ballistic’ BJ Baldwin takes 1st place overall and 1st in Unlimited Truck
- His father, Bobby Baldwin, takes 2nd place overall and 2nd place in Unlimited Truck
- Mikey Childress/Rob Sims take home 3rd place overall and 1st place in Class 1
- First Podium Sweep by GT since the 80’s
LAS VEGAS – (March 28, 2010) – Team General Tire crushed the competition, sweeping the podium at the 2011 Mint 400 in Las Vegas March 26. ‘Ballistic’ BJ Baldwin continues to unleash his fury this season. Leading the pack for the majority of the race, BJ crossed the line victorious, followed by his father Bobby Baldwin in second and Mikey Childress in third. New GT drivers Randy Merrit tookfirst in Stock Full followed by Macrae Glass with a first place finish in Class 8. GT spec class drivers Perry Coan received first place in Jeepspeed Challenge and Troy Messer took first in Trophylite. (more…)
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General Tire announces the winner of the 2011 Miss Mint 400 competition – Keli Snyder
- USC student and Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing reporter Keli Snyder is named Miss Mint 400 for 2011
- Snyder will receive $1,500 and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be titled Miss Mint 400. Previous Miss Mint 400 winners include Vanna White and Lynda Carter.
LAS VEGAS – (March 28, 2011) – The 2011 General Tire Miss Mint 400 competition comes to an exciting finish. After a fierce online voting competition and rounds of interviews, General Tire crowned Keli Snyder, a University of Southern California journalism student and a television host for Lucas Oil, as this year’s Miss Mint on Las Vegas’ Freemont Street.
“Keli is the perfect candidate for this title,” said Dana Zamalloa, manager of PR and communications, General Tire. “She’s ambitious, driven, has a strong passion for motorsports, and understands that character is an important part of this legendary title. We’re proud to have her represent General Tire as our Miss Mint 400 for 2011.” (more…)
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PIAA Sponsorship Shines on HCR Racing
Helps Power Team to Success at King of the Hammers
PORTLAND, Ore. – PIAA’s latest UTV sponsorship commitment is with HCR Racing, a multi-car, family-driven team and manufacturer based in Cedar City, Utah. And the alliance has already paid immediate dividends, said PIAA Powersports Vice President Gordon Robertson, as HCR Racing scored impressive results at the recent King of the Hammers desert enduro in California. (more…) -
RCV Performance Products Sponsors Jeep® Jamboree USA to Increase Awareness of High-Strength CV Axle Solution for Problematic U-jointed Axle Shafts
Loves Park, IL – RCV Performance Products offers Jeep owners high-strength CV axles as replacement for their vulnerable u-jointed front axle shafts. RCV’s stronger and smoother operating solution not only alleviates axle shaft failure on the trail, but brings the Jeep to a higher level of off road capability. To increase awareness of Ultimate CV Axles among Jeep owners, RCV has become a sponsor of the Jeep® Jamboree USA off road adventure weekends. (more…) -
Mild to Wild Trail Ride Geared up Outdoor Enthusiast for the Reno Off-Road Motorsports Expo this Weekend All Proceeds Benefitted the Blue Ribbon Coalition
RENO, NV MARCH 24, 2011: Over a dozen vehicles left the Reno Sparks Convention Center for the “Mild to Wild” Fundraiser Trail Ride with all proceeds benefitting the Blue Ribbon Coalitions dedication to keeping our land open for use and protecting responsible recreational access. The day in the dirt was the kick off to a weekend of the Reno Expos including the Reno Off-Road Motorsports Expo, Reno Outdoor Sports & Recreation Expo, the Spring Home & Garden Show, and the Reno Pet Show and Pug Parade. (more…)
