Press Releases
Cummins will receive nearly $54 million in funding from the Department of Energy
COLUMBUS, Ind. – United States Secretary of Energy Dr. Steven Chu today announced that Cummins (NYSE:CMI) will receive nearly $54 million in funding from the Department of Energy (DOE) for two projects aimed at improving fuel efficiency in heavy-duty and light-duty vehicles. The Cummins awards were among nine project awards, totaling more than $187 million, […]
2010 Jeep Wrangler has earned the “Best New Car for Off-Roaders”
Auburn Hills, Mich., – Another week and another award for the benchmark Jeep® Wrangler. The 2010 Jeep Wrangler has earned the “Best New Car for Off-Roaders” Lifestyle Award from Cars.com. In recognizing the 2010 Jeep Wrangler, Cars.com noted, “The legendary Jeep Wrangler tops our Off-Roaders picks again this year. … Long on capability, the scrappy […]
Goodyear Tire Wins Popular Science Innovation Award
AKRON, Ohio, – An innovative tire from Goodyear, with elements such as a Fuel-Saving Tread Compound, has been named one of the “100 Most Innovative Products of the Year” by Popular Science magazine. The Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max has been named to Popular Science’s “Best of What’s New” 2009 list of products in the Automotive […]
2010 EPI Product Catalog Now Available
Brainerd/Baxter, Minn. (February 5, 2010) – EPI, A Performance Clutching & Driveline Specialty company has released their 2010 ATV Product Catalog. The 2010 catalog has been completely redesigned to make finding the parts you need even easier. Included this year are technical tips and FAQ’s. As usual, the new catalog includes hundreds of new part […]
Three Must Have Tools For Every Toolbox: Snap-on Hammer/Knife/Tape Combo Kit
They are essential to your toolbox. You can’t perform without them. Now Snap-on gives you the opportunity to get the essentials in one great kit with the Snap-on Hammer/Knife/Tape Combination Kit (CHUKTM30). The CHUKTM30 three-piece kit features a16-ounce claw hammer, a 25-foot measuring tape and retractable utility knife. “These three items are true essentials that […]
T4 Seat Mounting system now available from SDR Motorsports
SDR motorsports Inc., the originator of the lowering seat mount is proud to introduce our newest addition, the T4 Seat mounting system. In development for several months, the new T4 seat mount system is 60% lighter and much improved over steel mounting plates. No additional hardware is needed with no tricky adjustments to your factory […]
NEW RANCHO QUICKLIFT TECHNOLOGY COMES FULLY LOADED
LOS ANGELES – Rancho, the industry leader in suspension innovation, has announced the release of a brand-new series of the award-winning QuickLIFT technology. The new Rancho® Loaded QuickLIFT™ technology, based largely on the successful original QuickLIFT, now includes the application-matched and installed coil spring and upper mounting plate. Rancho products are manufactured and marketed by […]
Polaris Industries Announces Acquisition of Engine-Developer swissauto Powersports
Expertise from Switzerland-based Company will enhance Polaris’ engineering capabilities and broaden geographic reach MINNEAPOLIS (February 3, 2010) — Polaris Industries Inc. (NYSE: PII) today announced its acquisition of swissauto Powersports. Based in Burgdorf, Switzerland, swissauto has expertise in designing and developing high-performance and high-efficiency engines and innovative vehicles. The acquisition will further strengthen Polaris’ global […]
Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association Urges Enthusiasts and Industry to Comment on CPSC’s ROV Rulemaking
Creates www.rohva.org/anpr to Facilitate Submission IRVINE, Calif., — The Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association (ROHVA) is calling on enthusiasts and industry representatives to submit comments by March 15, 2010 in response to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) proposed mandatory standards for Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROVs), also known as side-by-sides and UTVs. ROHVA previously expressed […]
2011 Yamaha Rhino 700 FI Side-by-Side will begin arriving at dealers this summer
CYPRESS, Calif. – February 2, 2010 – Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., announces its 2011 Rhino 700 FI Side-by-Side (SxS) vehicles, including a new Sport Edition, will begin arriving at dealers this summer. Yamaha’s leading Rhino continues to hold the top spot as the toughest, most off-road capable and versatile, as well as the all-time best […]