05-02-05
UPRACING.COM REWARDS CADET DRIVERS IN THE STARS OF KARTING
Seattle, Washington — UPRacing.com of Tucson, Arizona has stepped up to reward the podium finishers in the Grand Products Cadet class of the Snap-on Stars of Karting presented by the IRL for 2005. The distributor of safety gear brands such as SHIFT, Sparco and Alpinestars will provide gift certificates worth $50, $30, and $20 to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers respectively in each 2005 Snap-on Stars series Grand Products Cadet race. The agreement was finalized when UPRacing.com was a vendor at the recent Snap-on Stars series race at Moran Raceway and wanted to be involved in a more season long manner. “There was no doubt that the Cadets put on the most exciting race of the weekend and I thought that supporting these young racers would be a good way to line up with the Snap-on Stars series for 2005,” commented UPRacing.com owner Jeff Furrier. “I’m glad that Jeff decided to support the Grand Products Cadet Class like he has, there is no doubt that the participation numbers and quality of racing in the division are excellent this year and I’m glad UPR decided to recognize them,” said series marketing director Jeff Swoboda.
The first UPRacing.com certificates will be sent to the podium placers in the Grand Products Cadet Class at the Race of the Americas in Norman, OK and in the recent Moran Raceway event. Those with any media or promotional inquiries should contact Jeff Swoboda at media@starsofkarting.com. For more information about the products being offered by UPRacing.com visit www.upracing.com or www.upr.com.
Snap-on Stars of Karting presented by the Indy Racing League is based out of Seattle, Washington, sanctioned by the World Karting Association (WKA) and owned and operated by 1986 Indianapolis 500 champion and IRL IndyCar Series team owner Bobby Rahal, IndyCar Series driver Bryan Herta and veteran karting promoter Paul Zalud. www.starsofkarting.com, www.worldkarting.com. Snap-on Incorporated is a leading global developer, manufacturer and marketer of tool and equipment solutions for professional tool users. Product lines include hand tools, power tools, automotive diagnostics and shop equipment, tool storage products, automotive diagnostics software and other solutions for the transportation service, industrial, government, education, agricultural, and other commercial applications, including construction and electrical. Products are sold through its franchise dealer van, company direct sales and distributor and Internet channels. Founded in 1920, Snap-on is a $2+ billion, S&P 500 company headquartered in Kenosha, Wisconsin and employs approximately 14,000 worldwide. www.snapon.com.
Formed in 1996 by Tony George, Stars' presenting sponsor Indy Racing League provides the ultimate in wheel-to-wheel racing excitement through the IndyCar Series and Menards Infiniti Pro Series. The 2005 season marks the 10th year of competition for the IndyCar Series, the pinnacle of open-wheel racing in America. The 17-race schedule, featuring 14 ovals, two road courses and a temporary street circuit, consists of the most events in season history. The Menards Infiniti Pro Series, an essential stepping-stone for drivers and teams striving to reach the IndyCar Series, will feature a series-high 14 races in 2005, including three events on road courses and one street course. www.indyracing.com
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