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 | Rockstar / Makita Team LeDuc Podiums at Primm! |
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Team LeDuc Racing Earns Two Victories and Two Podiums at Primm Motorsports Complex
Curt, Kyle, and Todd LeDuc Set to Take on the SCORE Baja 1000 this Friday
Finishing out The Off-Road Championship (TORC) with an astonishing 28 team podiums, the Rockstar / Makita Team LeDuc Racing made their second Lucas Oil Off Road Series (LOORS) appearance this past weekend in Primm Valley, Nevada. As the final two rounds of competition got underway, the stands were at capacity as fans piled into the complex to witness the conclusion of Lucas Oil’s inaugural off-road short course season. Determined to take home victories, Team LeDuc Racing would not let up as the fierce fender-to-fender battles in the Unlimited 2 and Unlimited 4 competitions brought the spectators to their feet until the checkered flags came out.
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Posted by frank on Wednesday, November 18, 2009 @ 10:05:58 EST (5 reads)
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| This Week in Ford Racing: NASCAR Edition |
Ford’s new FR9 engine will make its first non-restrictor-plate appearance this weekend when it powers David Ragan’s No. 6 UPS Ford Fusion in the season-ending Ford 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway. The FR9 debuted (in Ragan’s No. 6 and Matt Kenseth’s No. 17 DeWalt Ford Fusion) a few weeks ago at Talladega Superspeedway. Ford Racing Technology North American Operations Manager Doug Hervey talks about the FR9’s first open-track race.
DOUG HERVEY – North American Operations Manager, Ford Racing Technology – “The new engine will be in the No. 6 UPS Ford Fusion with David Ragan.”
THIS IS THE FIRST TIME IT WILL RUN ON AN OPEN TRACK. LOGISTICALLY, IS THAT A BIG CHANGE FROM ITS DEBUT AT TALLADEGA, A RESTRICTOR-PLATE TRACK? “It’s a different durability cycle that we had to run, and we wanted to make sure that the cooling system was optimized for the performance of the engine, in terms of its power output. And we feel somewhat pleased with how its gone so far, so we’re going to introduce it this weekend at Miami-Homestead Speedway for Ford Championship Weekend.”
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Posted by frank on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 @ 15:58:06 EST (6 reads)
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| SCOSCHE INDUSTRIES WINS BEST OF CES INNOVATIONS AWARD |
 
Scosche Industries (www.scosche.com), an innovative manufacturer of mobile electronics aftermarket accessories, is proud to announce it has won a Best of CES Innovations Design and Engineering Awards in the in-vehicle control/OEM integration category for its unique product, the stereo replacement interface #GM25-SWM. According to the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA), the prestigious award recognizes the most innovative consumer electronics products in the industry's hottest categories and is a hallmark for the best designed products in consumer technology. “We are honored to be recognized by the CEA with a Best of Innovations Award,” said Kas Alves, executive vice president, Scosche Industries. “We are dedicated to deliver innovative and useful products to our customers and continue to remain on the forefront of the industry. The GM25-SWM, another industry-first, demonstrates our outstanding design, research, innovation and commitment to the aftermarket community.”
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Posted by frank on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 @ 15:06:56 EST (5 reads)
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| NHRA NEWS: SCHUMACHER, HIGHT, EDWARDS AND ARANA CROWNED NHRA FULL THROTTLE SERIE |
Tony Schumacher, the first Top Fuel driver in NHRA history to win six consecutive Full Throttle Drag Racing Series world championships and seven overall, headlined the four world-championship-winning drivers crowned Monday evening during the 2009 NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing Series awards ceremony at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza in West Los Angeles.
Three other NHRA Full Throttle Series world champions – Robert Hight, Mike Edwards and Hector Arana – all first-time winners in their respective categories, also were presented checks and trophies for their achievements during the 2009 Full Throttle Countdown to the Championship.
Among the evening’s highlights was a tribute to National DRAGSTER, NHRA’s publication of record, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2009. John Force, 14-time NHRA Funny Car world champion, introduced a video that showcased the weekly publication’s contributions to the sport over the years.
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Posted by frank on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 @ 14:56:50 EST (4 reads)
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| Newly crowned NMCA champ Coughlin looking for jackpot in Vegas |
A month after capturing the world title in the National Muscle Car Association, Pro Street driver Troy Coughlin is ready to race for big bucks and bragging rights at this weekend's Street Car Super Nationals V presented by Chassisworks at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Coughlin will face more than 40 of the top drivers in the world in a classic East vs. West Shootout behind the wheel of his championship-winning JEGS.com Pontiac GXP. His racecar should be quick, as it won this year's NMCA national events in Chicago and Charlotte and recently reset the NMCA class record to 6.277 seconds at 225.08 mph.
"We tested in Vegas a few weeks back and the car ran very well," Coughlin said. "I think we'll be a contender, although looking at the entry list I can see there's going to be a very talented group of race teams out there so we'll have our work cut out for us.
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Posted by frank on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 @ 14:43:18 EST (3 reads)
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| Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin Mini Loudspeaker |
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Two years ago, Bowers & Wilkins’ iconic Zeppelin redefined what could be expected from a one-piece iPod® speaker system. The British firm’s sculpturally tapered, beautifully finished active-loudspeaker iPod music solution proved that playback from Apple’s globally ubiquitous personal music player can indeed deliver gloriously musical in-room sound for all to enjoy. The original Zeppelin design demonstrated conclusively that amazing sound and striking visual beauty could coexist and indeed cohabit, in a confidently individualistic award-winning design that emphasized the premium quality and brand values of Bowers & Wilkins while enhancing those of the Apple iPod or iPhone™ docked to it. Now, with the original’s unprecedented collection of glowing reviews and prestigious awards still growing, Zeppelin is joined by Zeppelin Mini. Substantially smaller but every bit as elegant, the Zeppelin Mini attains the same high standard of sound quality, and delivers astounding clean volume potential, deep-bass impact and extension for such a diminutive package.
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Posted by frank on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 @ 14:34:30 EST (5 reads)
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| Snap-on Tool of the Month: Crowfoot Wrench Set |
 
It is practical. It is durable. And it is a tool that will make everyday a little bit easier. Snap-on’s five-piece deep Flank Drive® Flare Nut Crowfoot Wrench Set (205ANM) is a time saver and efficiency-enhancer that every service tech should own.
“Snap-on’s Flank Drive® Flare Nut Crowfoot Wrench Set is a perfect complement to the wrenches that you currently have,” said Mark Knapp, product manager for Snap-on. “Designed to access those ‘hard-to-get-at’ areas, the Snap-on crowfoot wrenches, like all Snap-on tools, are manufactured to be extremely durable and long-lasting. Once you use one of Snap-on’s crowfoot wrenches, you will wonder how you ever lived without them.”
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Posted by frank on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 @ 13:55:38 EST (4 reads)
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| Chevrolet at the Los Angeles International Auto Show |
DETROIT – Chevrolet affirms its commitment to fuel solutions and building refined, eco-friendly vehicles with the debut of the U.S. production version of the Cruze sedan at the Los Angeles Auto Show, on Dec. 2. The Cruze, along with the much-anticipated Volt electric vehicle, will give visitors to the L.A. show a close-up view of Chevrolet’s expanding lineup of gas-friendly to gas-free products.
“With expected highway fuel economy up to 40 miles per gallon, Cruze will be extremely gas friendly while the Volt electric vehicle can be operated gas-free," said Brent Dewar, vice president, Chevrolet. “Chevrolet's focus is on forward-looking technologies to the benefit of our customers, such as the highly efficient, small-displacement turbocharged engine in the Cruze or the Volt electric vehicle with extended range.”
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Posted by frank on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 @ 13:38:37 EST (4 reads)
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| MGP Caliper Covers Ford Licensed Product Launch Successful at SEMA |
 MGP Caliper Covers: 2008 SEMA Global Media Award Winner San Diego, CA
Media Award at the 2008 SEMA convention. Car enthusiasts worldwide welcome the distinguishing look
and easy use of MGP Caliper Covers. Leontev Sergey,
enthusiast from St. Petersburg Russia said “Thanks for your product. My Mustang became more stylish.”
Today’s aftermarket wheels expose the caliper more than ever before. MGP Caliper Covers hide the brake
calipers behind the wheel, covering the unsightly caliper with some color. Most people will also appreciate
how they significantly reduce brake dust at the same time.
(November 2008)- Freshman SEMA member MGP Caliper Covers received a Globala MGP Caliper Cover customer and Mustang
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Posted by frank on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 @ 11:28:27 EST (5 reads)
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| The City of Dodge City & Ed Beckley Named 2009 World of Outlaws Promoter of the |
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Dodge City, Kansas has been synonymous with Outlaws for well over the last 100 years and for the last six last consecutive racing seasons, a different breed of Outlaws have roared into the Old West with 850-horsepower, fire breathing winged sprint cars, as the World of Outlaws have been slinging mud at the state-of-the art Dodge City Raceway Park and thrilling fans since 2004.
For their dedication to the annual Boot Hill Showdown at Dodge City Raceway Park and continued support of the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series, the City of Dodge City, Kansas and Ed Beckley, the General Manager of the facility were named the 2009 World of Outlaws Promoter of the Year recently during the series Champions Banquet in Concord, North Carolina.
“This really means a lot to Dodge City and all the folks involved here,” said Beckley. “The World of Outlaws puts on the best show in dirt racing and to receive this honor is pretty big. It shows one thing, that when you have a good crew working with you, it makes the captain of the ship looks good.”
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Posted by frank on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 @ 11:18:42 EST (3 reads)
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| Kurt Johnson/ACDelco Racing/NHRA Pomona |
 The NHRA Full Throttle season comes full circle this weekend when the series makes its final stop of the 2009 campaign at the 45th annual Auto Club NHRA Finals at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona. ACDelco's Kurt Johnson began his quest for the Pro Stock crown at this venue a little more than nine months ago, and now that championships have all but officially been decided in two of the three professional categories, the Buford, Ga.-resident can concentrate on the task at hand – picking up what has been an elusive national-event victory. Johnson entered the season with a 14-year streak in tow in which he had won at least one national event, and he will need a victory at the season finale in Pomona to keep it alive for 2010.
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Posted by frank on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 @ 11:12:42 EST (5 reads)
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| BELTON SWAP MEET NOVEMBER 14TH 15TH AT LITTLE VALLEY AUTO RANCH! |
THE 26TH ANNUAL NATIONALLY ADVERTISED BELTON SWAP MEET NOVEMBER 14TH AND 15TH AT LITTLE VALLEY AUTO RANCH. CARS, PARTS, ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES. FREE ADMISSION. VENDOR SP[ACES 12 X 20 20.00. FOR MORE INFO ON SPACES OR LOCATION CALL 254-939-8548 .OVER 400 PARTS CARS ON SITE AS WELL AS VENDORS FROM ACROSS THE COUNTRY. LOTS OF IST GEN CAMARO, 55-57 CHEVY PARTS, CHEVELLE, NOVA, CUTLASS GTO FORD AND LOTS MORE.
VISIT OUR WEB SITE AT http://www.americanhotrodz.com come see AMERICAN HOT RODZ PROJECT BAD MAD AS IT BECOMES REALITY. ONE OF A KIND ROD AND KUSTOM TAKING A 57 NOMAD AND A 55 BELAIR 4 DOOR AND PERFORMING MARRIAGE IN THE MIDDLE. SWAP MEET SCHEDULE
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Posted by frank on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 @ 10:50:58 EST (5 reads)
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| Winter Storage Solutions |
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Winter Storage Services Available
Storage, Maintenance and Transportation
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With our 55,000 sq. ft. facility here at Legendary Motorcar Company, not only do we have the climate and security controlled environment everyone expects, but we have the resources to also aid with transportation (if required) and also to have your car tuned up, serviced and ready roll in the Spring. Everyone here at LMC is a true car enthusiast, and thus recognizes the special needs that a collector car requires to be stored, maintained and serviced ensuring that your car will be well cared for, returned to you just as you would expect and ready to roll for a new season.
Limited space available, contact us to make arrangements.
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Posted by frank on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 @ 10:41:20 EST (5 reads)
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| INTERNATIONAL FANS JOIN CELEBRATION FOR JFR CASTROL 25TH ANNIVERSARY |
For nearly 25 years John Force has been racing all over North America in a Castrol sponsored Funny Car. Before Force joined the Castrol team he got his racing career kick-started in a storied match racing trip to Australia. As the 14-time NHRA Funny Car world champion put it he has “been on fire from here to Australia and raced down just about every track in the United States.” His level of passion is unmatched and his performance records will most likely never be equaled.
As the 2009 season comes to a close Castrol has launched a teaser site www.castrolforce.com to begin the upcoming 25th anniversary celebration between Castrol and John Force Racing. Fans can join the team to receive information and exclusive content throughout the 2010 season. The site was launched less than a month ago and it has already added thousands and thousands of team members from all over the world. The global response is both exciting and surprising. The interest has led the Castrol marketing team to expand the registration option on www.castrolforce.com to be more accommodating to international fans of John Force Racing and Castrol.
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Posted by frank on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 @ 09:14:31 EST (5 reads)
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| SEMA 2009 Roundup |
The 2009 SEMA show in Las Vegas wrapped up last week, and if you didn't know any better, you'd think it was a 2010 Camaro event that invited a few extra displays to help fill the space of the massive Las Vegas Convention Center.
Everywhere you looked the Camaro was being featured with a wide range of visual and performance modifications. Everything from outrageous body kits, paint schemes and giant wheels to superchargers, turbo setups and various tuner cars could be found at SEMA.
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Posted by frank on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 @ 09:09:17 EST (5 reads)
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| MuscleCar Tuner Showdown: HPE650/SuperSnake/SpeedfactorySRT8 |
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Posted by frank on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 @ 09:01:05 EST (4 reads)
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| Fan Voting For 4th Annual Speed Performance Awards Opens Nov. 23 |
While three-time defending NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson makes a run at NASCAR history and his fourth consecutive Mario Andretti Trophy as the SPEED Performer of the Year, nine fan-selected awards will be open for video voting Nov. 23 on SPEEDtv.com or by directly linking to www.speedperformanceawards.com.
The fourth annual SPEED Performer of the Year will be selected by a panel including Andretti, "Wind Tunnel" host Dave Despain, veteran broadcasters Bob Varsha and Ralph Sheheen, SPEEDtv.com writers Robin Miller and Tom Jensen and versatile racers Tommy Kendall and Dorsey Schroeder. The winner will receive the Mario Andretti Trophy, created by bronze artist Elie Hazak.
"This is the only award that considers all the major disciplines of motor sports,” Andretti said. “Because of that, it's a daunting job for the individuals tasked with selecting a winner. Because all the different series are included, you've got a bigger and deeper pool of talent from which to select a performer of the year. What I also like is that the criteria for this award are not just about winning championships. The ultimate performer of the year doesn't have to be the series champion -- he just needs to have driven with gusto."
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Posted by frank on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 @ 08:31:24 EST (5 reads)
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| KICKER’s Eighth Big Air Bash Fires Up Las Vegas |
Put the sickest cars, fly action-sports athletes, outrageous stunts and a ridiculous sideshow atmosphere with the insane backdrop of the Palms Casino Resort, and you’ve got the hottest ticket in Las Vegas on any Wednesday night.
KICKER’s Big Air Bash 8 left a raucous crowd of thousands an idea of what Livin’ Loud is all about, providing a mid-week diversion for attendees of the annual SEMA Show and entertainment for many others who were just along for the ride.
The production was flawless, and showgoers enjoyed death-defying demos by KICKER-sponsored freestyle moto riders, freestyle quad mercenaries The Bomb Squad, the popular mini-moto race with frequent pileups, 70 mile-per-hour RC cars, music by DJ Impulse, and everything else that makes the Bash the party to attend during the SEMA Show.
The KICKER XRV rig greeted long lines at the gate, and fans soon found the nearby interactive Xbox 360 gaming area offering head-to-head Halo 3. The 53-foot Makita Experience More trailer was on hand with tool demos and giveaways, Oakley’s Rolling O Labs, the Silver Mullet vintage Airstream trailer, Toyota Photo Booth/Car, the Monster Energy triple-decker party platform carrying its own DJ – and then dozens of demo rides from open-wheel racer Paul Tracy, skater-boy Ryan Sheckler, TORC Series off-road racers Rockstar Makita LeDuc Racing, KICKER’s own install team and others made it an event one won’t soon forget.
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Posted by frank on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 @ 08:04:16 EST (34 reads)
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| FALKEN TIRE TEAMS UP WITH FORD AND AUTOFASION TO BUILD AWARD WINNING FORD FLEX |
Breaking the mold of cookie-cutter project vehicles on oversized chrome rims, Falken Tire envisioned the perfect blend of traditional “Lowrider” styling and a 2010 platform while utilizing today’s finest full-size CUV, the Ford Flex. Rolling on 22” Falken S/TZ04 tires and wire spoke Dayton wheels, this project was set to earn the respect of old school purists to new-age tuners. Exterior modifications include a full PPG Paint color change, subtle silver leaf and pinstripe graphics and GT Factory rear suicide doors. The 3d Carbon aero treatment lays low when the Airrunner suspension drops and a low rumble is delivered through Magnaflow’s SS cat-back exhaust system. Other mods include an ACS sliding rag-top, Alpine audio and video components, Playstation 3, Metra audio wiring and custom printed paisley interior featuring the Falken “F” logo and the distinctive clown logo created by the renowned photographer and director Estevan Oriol. 
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Posted by frank on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 @ 13:20:23 EST (5 reads)
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| Coke Zero Racefest Jump Starts Ford Championship Weekend November 19th |
For the eighth consecutive year, Ford and Coke Zero are starting off the final race weekend of the season with Coke Zero Racefest at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Fla., from 3-11 p.m. on Thursday, November 19, 2009.
The free outdoor event will give fans a chance to see their favorite Ford Racing stars – including Greg Biffle, Bill Elliott, Matt Kenseth and David Ragan – as they stop by for autographs and question-and-answer sessions.
Throughout the day, fans of all ages will be able to enjoy live music, interactive racing displays, show cars, team merchandise, vehicle displays, demonstrations, and a special performance from the Florida Panthers Ice Dancers. Younger race fans can visit the “Ford Fun Zone” during the day to play games and win prizes.
This year the Coke Zero Racefest is giving car enthusiasts the opportunity to see classic Mustangs from the Ft. Lauderdale Mustang Club, and also test-drive a new 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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Posted by frank on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 @ 09:58:12 EST (5 reads)
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