General Tire driver Jim Riley set his goals aside to help others in need. Canadian, and paraplegic, Kane Fraser races in first Baja 1000 to help raise money and awareness for the abilities of people with disabilities. Fraser seeks to raise $25,000 for the Rick Hansen Foundation. Baja California, Mexico – (November 23, 2011) While… Continue reading Team GT’s Jim Riley and Fellow Racer Kane Fraser Both Capture the True Spirit of the 2011 Tecate SCORE Baja 1000
Rob MacCachren Wins The Battle Against Baja But Loses The War For The Season Title
While the Tecate SCORE Baja 1000 was only 692 miles long this year, none of those miles came easy for any team. “In Baja you don’t necessarily race against each other,” explained five time Baja 1000 winner Rob MacCachren, “you race against Baja itself.” After conquering San Felipe to win both SCORE races there earlier… Continue reading Rob MacCachren Wins The Battle Against Baja But Loses The War For The Season Title
Yokohama Tire-Sponsored Off-Road Racer Heidi Steele Wins Class 6 SCORE Championship
It’s the 4th title for Steele on Geolandar M/T+® tires FULLERTON, CA. – (Nov. 21, 2011) – Quite a week for Yokohama Tire Corporation-sponsored off-road racer Heidi Steele at the 44th annual Tecate SCORE Baja 1000 in Ensenada, Mexico. She won her fourth SCORE (Southern California Off Road Enthusiasts) class title at the November 17-20… Continue reading Yokohama Tire-Sponsored Off-Road Racer Heidi Steele Wins Class 6 SCORE Championship
Kent Kroeker Wins SCORE Tecate Baja 1000 in Class 8 on General Tires
Kroeker claims his second career Baja 1000 win. Baja California, Mexico – (November 20, 2011) After a lengthy delay, due to a jack-knifed passenger truck towards the start line, the Class 8 division headed out for their adventure in the desert with Kent Kroeker representing General Tire (Team GT). The 2004 Baja 1000 winner maneuvered… Continue reading Kent Kroeker Wins SCORE Tecate Baja 1000 in Class 8 on General Tires
Marc Burnett Overcomes Injury to Finish Second at SCORE Tecate Baja 1000 in Class 6
Burnett doesn’t let broken collar bone get in the way of his Baja 1000 race. Burnett’s second-place finish marks third podium for Team GT. Baja California, Mexico – (November 20, 2011) In one of the most strenuous Baja 1000 races to date, Team GT driver Marc Burnett had to overcome a broken collar bone as… Continue reading Marc Burnett Overcomes Injury to Finish Second at SCORE Tecate Baja 1000 in Class 6
Justin Davis Wins Baja 1000 and SCORE Championship in Class 1 on General Tires
Davis becomes the youngest Baja 1000 winner and SCORE championship winner at just 18 years of age. Baja California, Mexico – (November 19, 2011) In a grueling battle to the end, General Tire’s Team GT member Justin Davis won the Class 1 division of the 44th annual Tecate SCORE Baja 1000. At just 18 years of… Continue reading Justin Davis Wins Baja 1000 and SCORE Championship in Class 1 on General Tires
Anderson Takes Podiums in 5 of 6 Races at LOORRS Las Vegas
Riverside, CA 11/17/2011 – It was a big weekend in Las Vegas for rounds 13 & 14 of the Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing Series (LOORRS). With the stands packed in honor of fallen competitor Rick Huseman, the level of competition on the track was lifted to a level not seen all year. Racers in all classes competed… Continue reading Anderson Takes Podiums in 5 of 6 Races at LOORRS Las Vegas
Full-Bodied FJ Cruiser To Compete in 2012 King of the Hammers
Rock royalty Jon Bundrant returns to hardcore competition Lake Elsinore, Calif. —The “I can do that” attitude is responsible for a lot of innovation. It’s also spawned the infamous Darwin Awards for misguided insanity. Jeff Miller, owner of Mad Dog Offroad Products, found himself saying, “I can do that” after attending the King of the… Continue reading Full-Bodied FJ Cruiser To Compete in 2012 King of the Hammers
Ultra4 Racing Announces New “Branik Beast of the East”
Branik Motorsports to support top east coast Griffin King of the Hammers competitors November 17, 2011– Johnson Valley, CA: Today, Ultra4 Racing announced a new partnership with Branik Motorsports to create an exciting new opportunity for east coast Ultra4 drivers in 2012. “The Branik Beast of The East” will award multi-race vehicle transportation to the… Continue reading Ultra4 Racing Announces New “Branik Beast of the East”
Sheldon Creed: The Future Of Off Road Racing Is Now
A mere fourteen years old, Sheldon Creed has experienced more Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series (LOORRS) victories than birthdays. The three-time Kart champion took home his 17th short course win last weekend at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, this time in the ultracompetitive Super Lite class. It has hard to believe that Creed’s first time… Continue reading Sheldon Creed: The Future Of Off Road Racing Is Now
FAST-Aid Well Represented at 2011 Baja 1000
MESA, AZ – NOVEMBER 15, 2011: FAST-Aid will be well represented in Baja, Mexico at the 2011 Tecate SCORE Baja 1000 with many volunteers racing and chasing. “We would like to encourage everyone to remember to put your safety and that of your fellow competitors and chase teams first as you take on this epic adventure,” said… Continue reading FAST-Aid Well Represented at 2011 Baja 1000
Chris Ridgway Rides 10x in 2011 Baja 1000
APPLE VALLEY, CA NOVEMBER 15, 2011 – Amputee Chris Ridgway will ride the Baja 1000 on Honda 10x This Friday November 18, 2011. After mechanical issues at the 2011 Extremity Games, Ridgway will take the leg of the Baja 1000 that could be the most treacherous – the 200 miles at night. “I am antsy, I haven’t done… Continue reading Chris Ridgway Rides 10x in 2011 Baja 1000
General Tire Kicks Off Baja Race With First Annual Off-Road Street Fiesta at Papas & Beer
General Tire, Method Race Wheels and Monster Energy to sponsor the first annual event held Thursday, November 17 from 3:00 – 10:00 p.m. PST. Event open to the general public and will include driver autograph sessions, race truck exhibits, Takon Machine, and other activities for the entire family. Fort Mill, S.C. – Nov. 15, 2011.… Continue reading General Tire Kicks Off Baja Race With First Annual Off-Road Street Fiesta at Papas & Beer
Rockstar Energy Drink’s Rob MacCachren Hopes No. 20 + No. 30 Equal No. 1 At The Tecate SCORE Baja 1000
MasterCraft Racing is employing some “new math” in their campaign to win a SCORE International desert racing season championship. 20 + 30 = 1 at the Tecate SCORE Baja 1000 as No. 30 driver Robbie Pierce will park his Jimco truck and forfeit his fifth place starting position to share driving duties in the No.… Continue reading Rockstar Energy Drink’s Rob MacCachren Hopes No. 20 + No. 30 Equal No. 1 At The Tecate SCORE Baja 1000
Team General Tire to Storm the Desert at the Tecate SCORE Baja 1000
The Grabber tire will be used by all six Team GT members during the 692.82-mile race. Baja California, Mexico – November 14, 2011. Team General Tire (Team GT) is ready to dominate the 44th annual Tecate SCORE Baja 1000 race. The legendary race, held on the treacherous Baja Peninsula, will begin and end in Ensenada over… Continue reading Team General Tire to Storm the Desert at the Tecate SCORE Baja 1000
Yokohama Tire-Sponsored Off-Road Drivers Set Their Sights on SCORE Baja 1000 Race
Heidi Steele is looking to clinch another Class 6 championship; husband Cameron shooting for a Trophy Truck win. Both racing on Geolandar® tires FULLERTON, CA. – (Nov. 14, 2011) – There’s plenty at stake for Yokohama Tire Corporation-sponsored off-road racing husband and wife team Cameron and Heidi Steele as they head to Ensenada, Mexico for… Continue reading Yokohama Tire-Sponsored Off-Road Drivers Set Their Sights on SCORE Baja 1000 Race
MaxTrac Releases 6.5-Inch Lift System For Nissan Titans
Anaheim, Calif. — MaxTrac Suspension has released a cost-effective solution for two-wheel-drive 2004-2011 Titan owners who want to run up to 35-inch-tall tires. MaxTrac maximizes value and ground clearance by eliminating the replacement front crossmember included in some competing kits. Instead, MaxTrac uses one-piece spindles that are cast from ductile iron and are e-coated for corrosion… Continue reading MaxTrac Releases 6.5-Inch Lift System For Nissan Titans
THR Motorsports Baja 1000 Dream Team Makes The Competition GREEN With Envy
Did you hear that? The winds of change are in the air as THR Motorsports and Bonanza Plumbing have assembled a motorcycle juggernaut to usher in a new era at the Baja 1000. THR owners Scott Jacobson and Rob Sims have teamed with Precision Concepts and Purvines Racing to assemble a dream team of motorcycle riders atop a green Kawasaki KX450F… Continue reading THR Motorsports Baja 1000 Dream Team Makes The Competition GREEN With Envy
JEEP WRANGLER JK Rear Bumper and Tire Carrier
Designed to offer simple and light weight protection, the Jeep JK ARB rear bumper can be fitted with an optional wheel carrier assembly allowing the fitment of a spare tire up to 37 inches (modifications to the 3rd brake light may be required to fit a 37” spare tire).
Chris Brandt Leaves Las Vegas with Two Podium Finishes
Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Third and Second Place Finishes COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA NOVEMBER 11, 2011 – Chris Brandt #82 BFGoodrich / Toyota Pro Lite Unlimited Truck boldly and proudly wore the Huseman memorial graphic at the Las Vegas Lucas Oil Off Road Race rounds 13 & 14. Leading the points all season, Brandt finished a respectable 3rd after… Continue reading Chris Brandt Leaves Las Vegas with Two Podium Finishes
Join General Tire, Wahoo’s and Azunia Tequila in Their Race to Help Rancho El Milagro Orphanage
Wahoo’s Tacos, General Tire and Azunia Tequila to support the annual Children’s Support Run V benefitting the Rancho El Milagro orphanage Fort Mill, S.C. – Nov. 11, 2011. General Tire, Wahoo’s Tacos and Azunia Tequila, along with some of their off-road friends, will champion the Baja Children’s Support Run V next Wednesday, Nov. 16… Continue reading Join General Tire, Wahoo’s and Azunia Tequila in Their Race to Help Rancho El Milagro Orphanage
General Tire’s Carl Renezeder Charts 97th Win at LOORRS Round 14 and Josh Merrell Takes the Podium in Round 13
Fort Mill, S.C. (Nov. 10, 2011) – Carl Renezeder hit an incredible 97 wins Sunday at the Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing Series (LOORRS) Round 14 in Pro 4, securing his spot as number one, leading points for Pro 4. While the mood was somber at LOORRS Rounds 13 and 14 following the tragic death of… Continue reading General Tire’s Carl Renezeder Charts 97th Win at LOORRS Round 14 and Josh Merrell Takes the Podium in Round 13
MICKEY THOMPSON PERFORMANCE TIRES & WHEELS EARNS 2011 FORD PRODUCT EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR PROJECT “BIG RIG” FORD F250 4X4
PROJECT VEHICLE BUILT BY MIKE DUVAL OF XTREME TOYZ STOW, OH – Mickey Thompson Performance Tires & Wheels is proud to be a 2011 Ford Product Excellence Award winner for the 2011 Ford F250 4×4 Project “Big Rig” featured at the 2011 SEMA Show. The award was created to recognize excellence in project vehicle execution. Following Ford’s assessment of all… Continue reading MICKEY THOMPSON PERFORMANCE TIRES & WHEELS EARNS 2011 FORD PRODUCT EXCELLENCE AWARD FOR PROJECT “BIG RIG” FORD F250 4X4
Kyle LeDuc Makes It Three Of A Kind In Front Of A Full House In Las Vegas
Chaplain Steve Hanson offered a somber prayer for Rick and Jeff Huseman to open the ceremonies for the latest Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series (LOORRS) race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway last weekend. The Husemans and their friend Danny Hicks died in a plane crash just three weeks prior to the race, taking away… Continue reading Kyle LeDuc Makes It Three Of A Kind In Front Of A Full House In Las Vegas