BILSTEIN Shock Absorbers Go Grassroots Racing With Team Lucas

POWAY, Calif. – BILSTEIN Shock Absorbers has announced it will collaborate with Team Lucas this year to support grassroots motorsports in the United States.

Known for its involvement in off-road racing for more than 40 years, BILSTEIN will once again have a presence at all Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series events. New in 2014 will be BILSTEIN’s commitment to the Lucas Oil Modified Series presented by LoanMart. Ten modified events during the season will include a BILSTEIN Trophy Dash. This year’s May 17 event at Las Vegas Motor Speedway will be the Lucas Oil Products ’75’ presented by BILSTEIN.

"Team Lucas has a platform that allows BILSTEIN Shock Absorbers to showcase its product line across different types of motorsport,” said Steven Beaty, BILSTEIN’s aftermarket and motorsport president. “We are looking forward to working with Team Lucas this year to create further awareness of BILSTEIN’s abilities and technology."

Bob Patison, Lucas Oil executive vice president, said BILSTEIN’s support of Team Lucas’ exciting, family-friendly motorsports entertainment also comes with visibility on select CBS, CBS Sports and MAVTV broadcasts.

"For many years, BILSTEIN has been strongly involved in supporting drivers, teams and racing events," said Patison. "We’re proud Team Lucas has a platform BILSTEIN sees as valuable when it comes to displaying the quality of their products under racing conditions."

Akebono Brake Corporation expanded its Severe Duty Ultra-Premium Disc Brake Pad line by 14 new part numbers for Chrysler, Ford, GMC and Nissan vehicles, increasing coverage by over 11 million vehicles.

Premium stainless steel abutment hardware is included in the kits that require it, the company said.

“We are pleased to announce the release of these 14 new severe duty part numbers expanding coverage for over 11 million VIO adding late-model coverage for Chrysler. Ford, GMC and Nissan. This expansion reinforces our commitment to delivering reliable solutions to our customers. We're eager to see these parts make a significant impact in the field, enhancing performance and durability and reducing downtime where it's most needed. All of these parts are in-stock and ready for shipment,” said Kirby Pruitt, product development manager.