Charlotte, N.C. (February 20, 2013) – Traxxas®, the Fastest Name in Radio Control® has announced their commitment to a two-truck franchise for the inaugural 2013 season of Robby Gordon OFF-ROAD’s Stadium SUPER Trucks (SST), becoming the first official multi-truck team. Robby Gordon OFF-ROAD’s Stadium SUPER Trucks is a new breed of live off-road racinginjecting new… Continue reading Traxxas Joins Stadium SUPER Trucks with Two Truck Team
Dirt Riot Inaugural Southeast Race at The Great American Park
Racing Saturday February 23rd Starting at 9am in Auburn, AL PLACERVILLE, CA FEBRUARY 20, 2013: The first ever Southeast Dirt Riot Series event will take place this weekend kicking off the 2013 race season. The Great American Park in Auburn Alabama will host a 4 mile long course that consists of some minor rock obstacles, some… Continue reading Dirt Riot Inaugural Southeast Race at The Great American Park
FOX to release two exciting new products for Jeep JK
FOX releases two new products that will increase performance and control Jeep Wrangler JK. El Cajon, Calif. – Two exciting new products for Jeep JKs from FOX are ready for release. The first is a revolutionary steering stabilizer that incorporates both innovative design and function. The FOX Performance Series Adjustable Through Shaft (ATS) steering stabilizer offers unrivaled steering control and… Continue reading FOX to release two exciting new products for Jeep JK
Ultra4 Race Teams Join Forces for Land Use Fundraiser
February 5, 2013, Johnson Valley, CA – The iconic King of the Hammers race in Johnson Valley, CA took on new meaning and added opportunity for education and fundraising this year as racers work to keep the area open to public recreation. The Marine Corps has been trying to annex the land for their use since 2007 under the auspice of training space… Continue reading Ultra4 Race Teams Join Forces for Land Use Fundraiser
New Dual Color LED Light Bar from Larson Electronics Provides White and Red Light Output
Larson Electronics has announced the release of a high intensity LED light configured to allow operators to produce red or blue light output from the same fixture. The LEDLB-24-VISRED LED Light Bar features rugged waterproof construction designed for extreme conditions and a dual color LED design that allows this unit to serve in multiple applications.
Toyota Expands Motorsports & TV agreement with Team Lucas for 5th Year
CORONA, Calif. (Feb. 19, 2013) -Toyota has renewed its agreement with Team Lucas to be the presenting sponsor of the CBS Sports Spectacular for 12 one-hour network television broadcasts and have the Toyota Tundra as the Official Truck of the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series for the 2013 season. Toyota’s power block on the… Continue reading Toyota Expands Motorsports & TV agreement with Team Lucas for 5th Year
Jason Scherer Man Powers Every Rock Trail Twice at 2013 King of the Hammers
DANVILLE, CA FEBRUARY 15, 2013 Jason Scherer started on the pole position at the 2013 Griffin King of the Hammers presented by Nitto Tires, proceeded directly to Back Door where he one-shotted the obstacle perfectly and after regaining positions was 4th through the RM38 remote pit. From there it was a battle of man over machine. … Continue reading Jason Scherer Man Powers Every Rock Trail Twice at 2013 King of the Hammers
OffRoad Design Stephen Watson Maintains Solid Race Pace at 2013 King of the Hammers
CARBONDALE, CO FEBRUARY 14, 2013 Stephen Watson, driver of record for Offroad Design #4488, and brother / co-driver Brandon Watson gave the 2013 Griffin King of the Hammers their all for 14 hours with no giving up. Two issues plagued their day, the first a broken spindle on a D60 front axle putting them down… Continue reading OffRoad Design Stephen Watson Maintains Solid Race Pace at 2013 King of the Hammers
PREVENT AND STOP RUST AND SQUEAKS WITH MAXFILM SPRAY LUBE
High-Strength Spray Lubricant Outperforms Leading Brands and Has Hundreds of Home Uses, From the Garden to the Garage Porter, TX (February 13, 2013) – Over the course of a year, the average do-it-yourselfer will come across a variety of unique projects demanding an effective spray lubricant and protectant. Maybe the hinge on the front door is squeaking,… Continue reading PREVENT AND STOP RUST AND SQUEAKS WITH MAXFILM SPRAY LUBE
JT Taylor Takes 12th Checkered Flag at 2013 King of the Hammers
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO FEBRUARY 11, 2013 With months of prep behind them, OG13 JT Taylor, co-driver Doug Nagy and crew headed out with the Torchmate #13 racer to the sand and rocks of Lucerne Valley, CA. Pre-running the racecourse on Sunday and Monday, and then qualifying on Tuesday went well. JT took it easy on… Continue reading JT Taylor Takes 12th Checkered Flag at 2013 King of the Hammers
MICKEY THOMPSON PERFORMANCE TIRES & WHEELS SPONSORS OFF ROAD AND MOTOCROSS RACING LEGEND, BRIAN “THE GENERAL” DEEGAN
STOW, OH – February 11, 2013 – Beginning with this year’s race season, Mickey Thompson Performance Tires & Wheels (Mickey Thompson) will enter into a long-term sponsorship agreement with four-time Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series (LOORRS) Short Course champion and 15-time X Games medalist, Brian Deegan. Through this unique relationship, Mickey Thompson will act as… Continue reading MICKEY THOMPSON PERFORMANCE TIRES & WHEELS SPONSORS OFF ROAD AND MOTOCROSS RACING LEGEND, BRIAN “THE GENERAL” DEEGAN
Jeep TJ Line now Includes N2.0 Shocks – Rough Country
BALANCED RIDE ON AND OFF-ROAD DYERSBURG, TENNESSEE— How do you make our popular Jeep TJ lift kit line even more attractive? We’ve upgraded our best-selling TJ kits to include our critically acclaimed N2.0 Shocks at no additional charge! Our TJ lift line – including the wildly popular 4″ and 6″ X-Series Kits – now include the power… Continue reading Jeep TJ Line now Includes N2.0 Shocks – Rough Country
Viking Offroad introduces a new winch with a modern look and high performance features that meet any self-recovery need
The Viking Winch GS-9 is engineered for better reliability, durability and extreme performance. Burbank, CA (January, 2012) − Viking Offroad is now offering the Viking Winch GS-9, a lightweight and powerful self recovery winch with low amperage draw, made to withstand every day use by both professionals and hobbyists alike. “We realized that few manufacturers were addressing design issues and functionality flaws, except for Warn… Continue reading Viking Offroad introduces a new winch with a modern look and high performance features that meet any self-recovery need
Jason Scherer Will Start on Pole Position of 2013 Griffin King of the Hammers
DANVILLE, CA FEBRUARY 7, 2013 Jason Scherer will be starting first at the 2013 Griffin King of the Hammers after a very impressive time of 3:19:07 during his qualifying run on Wednesday. “That was super fun. The Rubicon Express Nitto car is perfect for King of the Hammers and we are ready for the race. … Continue reading Jason Scherer Will Start on Pole Position of 2013 Griffin King of the Hammers
SEMA HAMMERS MESSAGE: SAVE JOHNSON VALLEY OHV RECREATION AREA
TWENTYNINE PALMS, CA. (Feb. 7, 2013) – The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) has joined with the Off-Road Business Association (ORBA) and a coalition of other land use advocacy organizations to keep the Johnson Valley OHV Recreation Area open to enthusiasts. The Marine Corps wants to expand its base at Twentynine Palms, California to include ownership… Continue reading SEMA HAMMERS MESSAGE: SAVE JOHNSON VALLEY OHV RECREATION AREA
Jason Scherer Gets Redemption At 4Wheel Parts Qualifying Rounds
February 7, 2012 (Johnson Valley, CA) – After the dust settled on two days of qualifying for the 2013 Griffin King of the Hammers, 2009 champion Jason Scherer posted the fastest time in the No. 76 Rubicon Express / Nitto Tire car. Last year Scherer arrived on the lake bed with a brand new single… Continue reading Jason Scherer Gets Redemption At 4Wheel Parts Qualifying Rounds
FOX Athletes capture numerous victories at BITD season opener.
FOX athletes begin the 2013 Best in the Desert racing series with multiple wins and a clean sweep of the 6100 class podium on a tough Parker, Arizona race course. El Cajon, Calif. – Miles of deep sand and brutal rocks strewn across the legendary Parker 425 race course took its toll on many competitors but… Continue reading FOX Athletes capture numerous victories at BITD season opener.
2013 Griffin King of the Hammers Presented by Nitto – 4Wheel Parts Qualifying Rounds – DAY 1 RESULTS
Top 10 LCQ Qualifiers for KOH Overall Rank | LCQ Rank | Car # | First | Last | Time | Race 1 1 4454 JT Stephens 03:47.31 LCQ 2 2 4448 Randy Slawson 03:47.75 LCQ 26 3 74 Matt Rager 04:38.22 LCQ 28 4 9901 Brian Caprara 04:42.25 LCQ 29 5 … Continue reading 2013 Griffin King of the Hammers Presented by Nitto – 4Wheel Parts Qualifying Rounds – DAY 1 RESULTS
Optima Batteries returns to Team Lucas with a multifaceted program for 2013
CORONA, Calif. (Feb. 6, 2013)-Optima Batteries will return to Team Lucas in 2013with a advertising/marketing and sponsorship program that will leave a deep imprint on the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series, Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, Lucas Oil Pro Pulling League, Lucas Oil Modified Series presented by Loan Mart and the Lucas Oil Off… Continue reading Optima Batteries returns to Team Lucas with a multifaceted program for 2013
ROBBY GORDON DOMINATES PARKER 425
Parker, Ariz. (February 5, 2013) – For the second year in a row, Robby Gordon dominated the Parker 425. This was the first appearance of the No.77 SPEED Energy / Toyo Tires Trophy Truck since the 2012 San Felipe 250. The SPEED Energy / Toyo Tires Trophy Truck was quick from the start of qualifying on… Continue reading ROBBY GORDON DOMINATES PARKER 425
MICKEY THOMPSON PERFORMANCE TIRES & WHEELS CELEBRATES 50 YEARS
STOW, OH – February 5, 2013 – Founded by the legendary Mickey Thompson and friend Gene McMannis in 1963, Mickey Thompson Performance Tires & Wheels (Mickey Thompson) today announced it is celebrating 50 years of innovation and product excellence in 2013. Thompson and McMannis started with a visionary way to design, manufacture and test high performance… Continue reading MICKEY THOMPSON PERFORMANCE TIRES & WHEELS CELEBRATES 50 YEARS
News From KOH: Rubicon Express Joins Forces with Jason Scherer for the 2013 Ultra4 Season
DANVILLE, CA JANUARY 31, 2013 – Industry leading suspension manufacturer, Rubicon Express has announced it will be sponsoring professional off road racer, Jason Scherer. The new partnership brings together a company that pioneered modern high performance suspension systems for Jeeps with a championship winning driver and race team. Both Rubicon Express and Jason Scherer are based in Northern California… Continue reading News From KOH: Rubicon Express Joins Forces with Jason Scherer for the 2013 Ultra4 Season
LetzRoll Offroad Racing Continues Positive Momentum into 2013
MESA, AZ JANUARY 2013 The 2012 LetzRoll Offroad Racing Team delivered 2 National Championships, 2 Southwest series championships, a 3rd place Dirt Riot National series finish and is focused on continued success in 2013. LetzRoll Offroad is the only shop in the country who can say they have podium Champions in every class. The 2013 race… Continue reading LetzRoll Offroad Racing Continues Positive Momentum into 2013
Premier Trailer Towing Products announces release of Zippmag – Cable Tie Magnets
Albert Lea, MN November 1st, 2012, Premier Trailer Towing Products announces the release of a brand new Cable Tie Magnet called Zippmag™. The Zippmag™ is made in the USA, it is small in size, ¾” diameter by ½” height, but large in strength, with over 10lbs of pull strength. The Zippmag™ was created to give… Continue reading Premier Trailer Towing Products announces release of Zippmag – Cable Tie Magnets