WIX Filters Continues Ryan Newman Sponsorship In NASCAR Whelen Modified Series

GASTONIA, N.C. – WIX Filters is sponsoring Ryan Newman for three NASCAR Whelen Modified races in 2015.

As part of the sponsorship agreement with Ryan Newman Motorsports, the No. 7 car, owned by Gary Putnam Racing, will receive WIX Filters alpha bravo paint schemes when Newman competes in the New England 100 at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on July 18; the Bush’s Beans 150 at Bristol Motor Speedway on Aug. 19; and the F.W. Webb 100 in New Hampshire on Sept. 26.

“WIX is excited to continue its partnership with Ryan Newman and the motorsports team with the 2015 Whelen Modified series,” said Jennifer Gibson, brand manager for WIX Filters. “Ryan brings incredible energy and integrity to the WIX brand, and it’s great to add these three races to our primary sponsorship of his No. 31 car during NASCAR’s Sprint Cup Series.”

This is the 30th anniversary season of the Whelen Modified Tour, which is one of four NASCAR-sanctioned regional touring series across the U.S. This stock car racing series is NASCAR’s oldest and one of two open-wheeled divisions.

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.