This is no different for Team AMSOIL, so we thought we would take a look at some of the major series, events and teams that will be flying the AMSOIL logo at racetracks nationwide over the next few months.
Motocross: Who's the new kid?
Eli Tomac stole the show as the 2010 AMA Motocross Series kicked off in Hangtown last weekend. The newest Geico Powersports/Honda rider led his first professional moto for a few laps, won the second moto and took the overall points lead over a very talented field. Could this 17-year-old be the next big thing? Maybe, but he still has to beat out fellow AMSOIL riders and teammates Trey Canard, Blake Wharton and Justin Barcia. All three of these guys have won on the professional level, and Canard is looking to wrap up his 250cc career with an outdoor title to match is indoor Supercross championship.The Outdoor Nationals return to action June 5 in Wortham, Texas.
Off Road Truck Racing: Fender to Fender at the Big House
If you love motocross and you stop in awe when you hear the hum of high horsepower, you'd better turn to the Traxxas TORC Series presented by AMSOIL. Watching these 850 hp trucks are plowing through turns and jumps at more than 100 mph is tough to beat. If the lose a fender, or a tire, or a hood in the process? That's just
practice.AMSOIL is once again the presenting sponsor and Official Oil of the TORC series. The 2010 season starts June 19-20 in Crandon, Wis. (Note: there is a sportsman series race June 5 in Antigo, Wis. and several pro teams will run an exhibition). AMSOIL has once again put together the AMSOIL Super Team. Scott Douglas brings his two BorgWarner Cup titles back to the Pro 4x4 class. Four time World Champion Mike Oberg is dialed in for another run at the Pro 2wd title. He will be rubbing paint with former Pro Light champion Chad Hord, who is debuting his new Pro 2wd Boss Plow/AMSOIL truck this summer. Finally, an old name will make a new start in the Pro Light class this season. Brad Lovell will take time away from his championship rock crawling and desert racing teams to chase the Pro Light title. Along with top drivers like Johnny Greaves, Ricky Johnson, Jeremy McGrath and Scott Taylor, TORC will once again showcase this growing sports top teams.
Road Racing: Pegram's Push
With one win under his belt, Team AMSOIL rider Larry Pegram is making a strong push to win the American Superbike title in 2010. Pegram will return to action on June 4-5 at Road America (Wis.) in fifth place. Remember, Pegram pushed is Ducati to the win at Elkhart Lake in 2009 and is coming off of two straight podium finishes. This fast paced racing is only at its season midpoint and Pegram is getting comfortable. AMSOIL is the Official Oil of AMA Pro Road Racing and the presenting sponsor of the Daytona SportBike class.Spring Cars: Coast-to-Coast with USAC
AMSOIL is aligned with of some of the fastest racing in the world, non-winged sprint cars. The AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship has been running for the past few months, but with more than 200 races nationally, racers are just starting to find their groove. Whether you are in California or Indiana, USAC offers race fans five competitive series to watch 900 h.p. cars rip around the track.
Dirt Track Racing: Circle Tracks and Beyond
Not only did AMSOIL resign with the WISSOTA Promoters Group this spring to continue as the title sponsor of the AMSOIL Dirt Track
Series, it also brought back the AMSOIL Race of Champions. The ROC is a major invitational for all of the WISSOTA classes held in conjunction with the WISSOTA 100 in September. To get invited to the AMSOIL ROC, each driver must win a ROC qualifier at one of the 55+ WISSOTA tracks.Along with the AMSOIL Dirt Track Series, AMSOIL has partnered up with Circle Track Magazine on a revolutionary idea to bringtechnology experts to local race tracks. The AMSOIL Great American Circle Track Tour is hitting 25 tracks in the Southeastern United States this summer. Senior Tech Editor Bob Bolles is driving his AMSOIL sponsored motor home to each track and working with local drivers to improve everything from handling, motor set-up and tires. Along the way, Bob will spread the word about AMSOIL products. This four-year endeavor will move coast-to-coast and be reported in Circle Track Magazine as well as a daily blog from Bob.
ATV Racing: From MX to Off Road
AMSOIL has been heavily involved in dirt bike racing for more than a decade, but we have only started our relationships with two of the top ATV circuits running in the United States.
The AMA ATVA MX series is motocross on four-wheels. The ATV series is actually one of the few series that will race on Memorial Day Weekend as it heads to Delmont, Penn. As the Official Oil, AMSOIL gets access to the top ATV MX riders in the world. These guys are fast and determined and you can catch all their action on-line, or you can watch the new AMSOIL sponsored show ATV 24/7.
ATV is more than motocross, and the GNCC has been an off-road proving ground for years. This summer, AMSOIL entered into a three-year deal with the GNCC as the Exclusive Official Oil. Variety is the spice of life for the GNCC as they run a full day of ATV racing on Saturday followed up by a full day of dirt bike racing on Sunday. Through trees, waterholes and clouds of dust, GNCC riders are showcasing the same bikes you can buy at your local dealer.
On The Water: Teague and Rinker All Out
When it comes to racing power boat racing, AMSOIL has two of the best. Bob Teague is not only the tech editor for Power Boat Magazine and owns one of the top engine shops in the world, he is also unbeatable in his #77 AMSOIL Skater. Teague has one just about every race and championship over the past few years and will now be a featured racer on the GEICO Series television show that will air on Versus later this year. Teague will race in Ocean City, Md. this weekend.
From big inboard motors to high end outboards, we turn to Terry Rinker for titles. Rinker, who has won championships four of the past six seasons, will run an open schedule in 2010 after the dissolving of the Champ Boat Series. Rinker finished second in points in 2009, and will be the headliner at the Bay City event June 26-27.
Along with all of that, you can also find AMSOIL at the AMA Amateur Nationals presented by AMSOIL, Sturgis Bike Rally, Laconia Bike Week and all of the AMSOIL Shock Therapy Monster Truck shows. Oh, and please don't forget the Diesel Power Challenge, the AMSOIL Street Rodder Tour, the National Street Rodder Tour, the Mopar Muscle Engine Challenge and the Top Truck Challenge.
As you can see, it will be a busy summer for Team AMSOIL. Until then, we'll see you at (all) the races,
Jeremy Meyer
AMSOIL Race Program Manager
