Kenwood Takes Daytona 500

Well this isn't ground-breaking news since CarDomain announced the race results about two weeks ago, but I figured I'd post this since I didn't know Kenwood was a NASCAR sponsor. Ryan Newman took fist place at the Daytona 500 this past February, beating out Tony Stewart for the first place finish. Kenwood supplied the pit crew with a slew of it's radio communication gear for the driver, pit crew, spotters and crew chief.

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Press Release

KENWOOD RACES TO #1 POSITION AT THE 50^TH ANNIVERSARY DAYTONA 500

 

Daytona Beach,  FL  March 3, 2008:  Kenwood USA Corporation, the official supplier of radio communications systems to Penske Racing, is sponsoring the #12 Alltel Dodge driven by Ryan Newman for the 2008 season.  At this year’s running of the Daytona 500, Newman took first place and made Kenwood’s inaugural associate-level sponsorship a tremendous success.

Keith Lehmann, Senior Vice President of Kenwood’s Consumer Electronics Sector, said “Kenwood’s sponsorship of the #12 Alltel Dodge and our driver Ryan Newman has opened new promotional doors for Kenwood and its authorized dealers.  As Penske Racing’s official supplier of radio communication systems, it was Kenwood that provided critical radio communication between driver, pit crew, spotters and crew chief.  We are very proud of Team Penske’s achievement at the first and largest racing event of the 2008 season, and we still have the entire season in front of us!”

Tim Cindric, President of Penske Performance, said "Radio communication amongst our teams during NASCAR races is critical to our success on the track. Kenwood provides our teams with the equipment and technology that enhances our ability to communicate effectively and compete at the highest level."

Roger Penske, Team Owner, stated "At Penske Racing, we believe in aligning ourselves with brands that share a common vision. Kenwood's focus on continuous innovation makes them a great partner for us."

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About Kenwood

Founded in 1961, Kenwood USA Corporation is a leading developer and manufacturer of audio and video products for home, car, and personal use. Offering more than 250 products, Kenwood is one of the three largest selling brands of audio and video entertainment products in the United States and is recognized by consumers and the consumer electronics industry for providing superior quality, reliability and value. For further information go to www.kenwoodusa.com.