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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JANUARY 9, 2009
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> USAC .25 MIDGETS ADOPT HOOSIER SPEC TIRE FOR 2009
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> The United States Auto Club’s new .25 Midget Series will compete in 2009
> on a spec tire from Hoosier Racing Tire of Lakeville, Ind.
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> Approval of the tire followed extensive testing, assuring the series of a
> reliable American product which would serve to curtail costs for families
> as well as create a level field of competition for young racers.
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> “The selection of Hoosier as he manufacturer of our new spec tire came
> after careful evaluation of tire quality, raceability, costs, engineering
> and marketing support,” said USAC Developmental Racing Director James
> Spink. “After review and discussion with host .25 clubs, Hoosier was the
> overwhelming choice for USAC. Working with Hoosier means working directly
> with manufacturers and with them in our backyard it provides a big plus
> toward insuring quality in delivery and supply of tires for our
> participants.”
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> Hoosier Racing Tire offers over 50 years of race tire development,
> including local technical support from specialized product managers who
> are in daily contact with engineers uniquely assigned to the .25 line.
> USAC members will also benefit from Hoosier’s extensive network of 13
> distributors throughout the United States and Canada.
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> Additionally, ample tire supply throughout the season will be guaranteed,
> with USAC controlling tire specs to which Hoosier will commit to
> maintaining the highest quality and consistency, while supplying trackside
> support in their effort to have a hands-on approach to USAC .25 as it
> grows and develops.
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> “Hoosier is proud to augment its affiliation with USAC and providing
> products for its .25 Midget competitors extends our commitment to the
> sport,” added Hoosier’s VP/Marketing Dennis Sherman. “We look forward to
> the benefits our tires will offer to USAC’s members and to working with
> them to make their racing experience more rewarding. It is our hope that
> during these difficult economic times that “Made in America” still invokes
> pride and confidence in a domestically-made product.”
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> James M Spink United States Auto Club
> Director - Developmental Series
> p -317-247-5151 ext 220
> www.usacracing.com
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