Clevite 77, Victor Reinz and Perfect Circle Power Jimmy Johnson to First Daytona 500 Win
The 48th running of the Daytona 500 lived up to its billing as "the Great American Race" by keeping both fans and drivers on the edge of their seats. The No. 48 Lowe’s Chevrolet Monte Carlo team knew all along that they had what it took to make it to victory lane – a strong team at the shop, a fast and dedicated crew at the track, a strong driver and the help of Clevite 77 engine bearings, Victor Reinz gaskets and Perfect Circle piston rings.
Jasper Engines and Transmissions Sponsors Pro Bass Angler Chad Morgenthaler in 2006
Illinois pro bass angler Chad Morgenthaler recently signed on with previous NASCAR sponsor Jasper Engines and Transmissions to represent the company’s 2006 Fishing Team. Feb. 24 – 26, Morgenthaler will compete in the "Super Bowl of Bass Fishing" – the 2006 Bassmaster Classic.
Technician Wins 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo in Raybestos Brand Brakes Spring Brake Promotion
Technician Preston Cremeans won the grand prize in the Raybestos brand brakes Spring Brake 2005 promotion, a 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS worth more than $28,000.
Timken Becomes Official Technical Partner of Joe Gibbs Racing
Timken has entered into an agreement with Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR) to become an official technical partner of the NASCAR racing organization. The partnership, which provides product development and technical engineering support, will be leveraged across JGR’s multiple team operations in the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series, Busch Grand National Series and Craftsman Truck Series.
ToolTech 2006, Presented by ETI, Grows as the Only Event Focused Solely on the Automotive Tool and Equipment Industry
The Equipment and Tool Institute has announced that registration for ToolTech 2006, presented by ETI, is now available online. This two-day sales and marketing event will take place April 18-20, 2006 at the Scottsdale Plaza in Scottsdale, AZ.
Aftermarket Update
Get a Second Chance to Make a First Impression Grand Blanc, MI — Hot on the heels of the popular TV shows Trading Spaces and Extreme Makeover: Home Edition that transform and rebuild rooms and houses, ACDelco announces its own “ACDelco Extreme Makeover” promotion. Open to Independent Service Centers (ISCs) that participate in ACDelco’s Total
Federated to Expand Partnership with Brewco Motorsports
Federated Auto Parts recently announced that it is expanding its partnership with Brewco Motorsports, Inc. during the 2006 season. Federated will be a full-time associate sponsor on both the #27 and #66 Brewco Motorsports NASCAR Busch Series entries in 2006.
East Penn Partners with Evernham Motorsports for 2006
East Penn recently announced a new arrangement for the 2006 Busch series with Evernham Motorsports. The Deka logo will appear on the B-Post (between the driver’s window and the back window) of the No. 9 Evernham Busch Car. Drivers Kasey Kahne, Jeremy Mayfield and Scott Riggs will be alternating turns driving this car.
WIX Filters Announces “Party Like a Rock Star” Sweepstakes
WIX Filters, the number one filter in NASCAR, has announced the WIX "Party Like a Rock Star" Sweepstakes, a new year-long contest that enables four lucky race fans to experience an all-expense-paid VIP trip to the 2007 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series event at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
WIX Filters Names Grand-Prize Winners in First WIX Filters Lap Leader Award Contest
The WIX Filters Lap Leader Award is presented to the driver who leads the most laps during each race in NASCAR’s NEXTEL Cup, Busch and Craftsman Truck racing series. The award includes a cash prize presented to the winning driver during a ceremony before the next race and a year-end payout and trophy for the driver who earns the most WIX Filters Lap Leader Awards over the course of the entire season.