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September 26, 2007
KENWOOD BECOMES OFFICIAL SUPPLIER TO PENSKE RACING(Suwanee, GA) Kenwood USA Corporation, Communications Sector, announced today that it has become the official supplier of radio communications systems to Penske Racing. Kenwood will provide radio communications systems and support to Penske’s operations competing in NASCAR and the IRL IndyCar Series.
“Our technical partnership with Penske Racing provides Kenwood Communications with an excellent platform to demonstrate our best in class technology. We are delighted that Penske Racing has chosen our products to enhance their ability to compete in the NASCAR and IndyCar Series.” said Mark Jasin, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Kenwood USA Corporation.
In addition to its role as official radio supplier, Kenwood will serve as the primary sponsor of the #06 Dodge driven by Three-time IndyCar Series Champion and 2006 Indianapolis 500-mile race winner Sam Hornish, Jr. as he attempts to qualify for the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series event at Lowe’s Motor Speedway on October 13, 2007. The Bank of America 500 will be broadcast live on ABC at 7:00 PM.
“Kenwood’s products play an important role in our racing operations, I’m really looking forward to representing Kenwood and all of their employees under the lights at Lowe’s Motor Speedway.” said Hornish, Jr.
Penske Racing is one of the most successful teams in the history of professional sports. Competing in a variety of disciplines, cars owned and prepared by Penske Racing have 293 major race wins, 347 pole positions and 21 National Championships.
Kenwood U.S.A. Corporation-Communications Sector is a worldwide provider of mobile and portable radios and custom systems to public safety, government and commercial users as well as amateur radio equipment. For information about Kenwood communication products, please call 1-800-950-5005, or visit our website at http://www.kenwoodusa.com. |
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