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Advanstar Communications Launches American V-Twin Dealer Show with Dealer Expo to Create One-Stop-Shopping Experience for the Industry
Advanstar Communications introduced a major new event initiative today by announcing the launch of the American V-Twin Dealer Show – the first premium trade show for the V-Twin Motorcycle Industry. The American V-Twin Dealer Show will be held February 17-19, 2012 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis as a truly distinct event experience and destination environment […]
Bill Baird 62yr old Rookie in Ultra4 has Long Racing History
Will Compete at Ultra4 Rock Sports Challenge This Weekend Bill Baird is a retired ARCA Champion who bought a Campbell Enterprises buggy in March, finished 5thlast month at Rausch Creek qualifying for the 2012 King of the Hammers and will compete at the Rock Sports Challenge this weekend at Miller Motorsports Park in Tooele, UT. “I […]
X-Tream Clean to Sponsor Sunshine State Quad Series
X-Tream Clean Products announces its sponsorship today with Sunshine State Quad Series of Leesburg, FL. Established in 2006 SSQSA was formed for the ATV racers of Florida to begin a dedicated ATV series during the typical winter months. Beginning this November SSQSA is coming back and ready to set the ATV world on fire. The […]
At Midseason, Chicken Hawk Racing-Equipped Riders Are Dominating Four Out Of Five AMA Pro Roadracing Classes
Halfway through the 2011 AMA Pro roadracing series, riders equipped with Chicken Hawk Racing tire warmers are leading four out of five classes in battles for this year’s national championships. In the American SuperBike points chase, nine of the top 10 riders charge to each first turn with the confidence provided by Chicken Hawk Racing-heated […]
Aaron Scheidies Named Finalist for the 2011 ESPYs
Best Male Athlete with a Disability Visually impaired professional triathlete Aaron Scheidies has been nominated for a 2011 ESPY in the Best Male Athlete with a Disability category. Scheidies, the son of ROLA employee Mike Scheidies, has represented ROLA for the past 3 years. He has proven himself in the sport of triathlon, winning seven national […]
Collision Repair & Refinish Section Already “Bigger & Better” for 2011 SEMA Show
With nearly four and half months until the doors of the 2011 SEMA Show open to industry professionals on November 1st, the collision repair community has already shown up to the event in a big way. The Collision Repair & Refinish (CR&R) section of the show has far surpassed the number of exhibitors and floor […]
ITW Gema Introduces OptiFlex2 Manual Powder Coating System
ITW Gema, the global leader in high-performance powder coating technology, announced the introduction of the OptiFlex2, the industry’s most advanced manual powder spray system. ITW Gema’s new OptiFlex2 stands apart from other manual powder coating systems in several distinct ways. Its ability to spray virtually any powder with outstanding effectiveness and consistency is unparalleled. Its precision […]
AvMap Presents the New Geosat 4×4 Crossover: The Navigator for Off Road and City
AvMap, the Italian GPS manufacturer known worldwide, launches Geosat 4×4 Crossover, the GPS dedicated to off road navigation. The new Geosat 4×4 Crossover is the latest of a series of GPS dedicated to off roaders launched by AvMap in Europe. Geosat 4×4 Crossover is now available for the North American market. Geosat 4×4 Crossover is […]
Stay Safe With Spot
Before you head out on that long, much needed adventure vacation, prepare yourself with skills and proper equipment. We’ve come up with a few friendly reminders to get you started. General Preparedness Tips: Expect the unexpected. Here are some basic things to do before each adventure: Do your research before you go. Sharpen your skills. […]
Industry Mourns the Loss of Todd Gartshore
Todd Gartshore, co-founder and vice president of marketing for Baer Brakes, passed away suddenly Sunday morning, June 26. Gartshore was a dedicated SEMA volunteer, a passionate supporter of the industry and a well-regarded personality among all who knew him. Gartshore’s involvement with SEMA was extensive. He was a volunteer on the SEMA Board of Directors, […]