Sunoco Returns as Official Fuel for 8th Season, Ohlins Announced as 'Fasted Lap Award' Sponsor for 2016 AMA Pro Flat Track Grand National Championship

Several announcements out of Daytona Beach this week include two sponsorships that will lend a big hand to the AMA Pro Flat Track Grand National Championship. Sunoco, the official fuel of AMA Pro Racing, will be again returning to The Rolling Thunder Show in what will be it's eighth season and will again be sponsoring the 'Go the Distance Award' for both the GNC1 and GNC2 classes. And in a new partnership for this year, Ohlins USA suspension will be coming aboard as sponsors of the 'Fastest Lap Award' in the GNC1 class.

In the shot above, Sammy Halbert removes his helmet as he gets ready to speak to the crowd along with AMA Pro Flat Track announcer Dani Medin on the podium at the Lima Half-Mile after taking the #7 Briggs Auto/Martin Trucking/Lucas Oil-sponsored H-D XR750 to the win in heat race #2 during round 5 of the 2015 AMA Pro Flat Track Grand National Championship Harley-Davidson GNC1 presented by Vance & Hines series at the Allen County Fairgrounds on June 28.

This was a busy week for announcements for AMA Pro Flat Track, and these two were just the first of several out of the home offices of the DMG-officiated series. You can check out the full particulars of each of these below as we get ready for the action to fire up in Daytona Beach in just five short days.

Sunoco returns for eighth year as Official Fuel for AMA Pro Flat Track in renewed partnership with AMA Pro Racing

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Mar. 3, 2016) - AMA Pro Racing and Sunoco have announced their renewed partnership for the 2016 AMA Pro Flat Track season. This relationship allows for the continuation of the Sunoco "Go the Distance Award" for both Harley-Davidson GNC1 presented by Vance & Hines and GNC2 classes, as well as increased support for the FansChoice.tv live streaming broadcasts. Returning for an eighth season as the Official Fuel for AMA Pro Flat Track, Sunoco Supreme 112 octane fuel will be the exclusive fuel for the world's premier dirt track motorcycle racing series. The high quality and consistent fuel assists riders in reaching their mark in competing for the championship week in and week out. "We'd like to thank Sunoco for their continued support of the AMA Pro Flat Track paddock," said Michael Lock, CEO of AMA Pro Racing. "Sunoco has a well-respected name in the racing community and we're proud to have them as a partner." The Sunoco "Go the Distance Award" will be presented to the top three finishers in both Harley-Davidson GNC1 presented by Vance & Hines and GNC2 classes who have accumulated the most mileage during competition sessions over the course of the 2016 AMA Pro Flat Track season. A total of $15,000 will be distributed at the year-end awards banquet to the winning riders. "The most important aspect in creating this award is to have riders compete in all scheduled events," said Rob Marro, Vice President and General Manager of Performance Products for Sunoco. "We are excited to be able to partner with AMA Pro Racing and the Flat Track riders because the passion they have for their sport is consistent with our commitment to maintaining the highest quality fuels for motorsports." Along with continuing the "Go the Distance Award," Sunoco also aims to extend the brand's reach into the AMA Pro Flat Track community through exposure on the FansChoice.tv broadcast platform. "We have enhanced our broadcasting exposure in grassroot sports because it will show the professional motorcycle riders and loyal fans that we are committed to Flat Track racing," Marro said. For more information on Sunoco, please visit their website at https://www.sunoco.com/. Next Up: The 2016 AMA Pro Flat Track season will once again kick off with a doubleheader at the DAYTONA Flat Track during Daytona's Bike Week festivities. The twin short track races will take place at the "World Center of Racing" on Thursday and Friday, March 10 & 11. For additional information and to purchase tickets, please visit http://www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com/Events/2016/DAYTONA-Flat-Track/DAYTONA-Flat-Track.aspx. How to Watch:   FansChoice.tv is the official home for live streaming coverage of AMA Pro Flat Track events. The site also provides coverage of IMSA's development and single-make series, and NASCAR's touring and weekly series. Catch all the action at http://www.FansChoice.tv. About AMA Pro Flat Track:   AMA Pro Flat Track is the world's premier dirt track motorcycle racing series and one of the longest-running championships in the history of motorsports. Sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing in Daytona Beach, Fla., the series is highly regarded as the most competitive form of dirt track motorcycle racing on the globe. For more information on AMA Pro Flat Track, please visit www.amaproracing.com/ft/, follow us on Twitter, like us on Facebook or live stream the on-track action on FansChoice.tv.   About AMA Pro Racing: AMA Pro Racing is the premier professional motorcycle racing organization in North America, operating a full schedule of events and championships for a variety of motorcycle disciplines. Learn more about AMA Pro Racing at www.amaproracing.com.

For additional information contact:   AMA Pro Racing Communications, (386) 492-1014, communications@amaproracing.com

AMA Pro Racing and Öhlins USA announce partnership for 2016 AMA Pro Flat Track season

Öhlins USA "Fastest Lap Award" to be handed out following each GNC1 main

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Mar. 1, 2016) - AMA Pro Racing proudly announces the newly formed partnership with Öhlins USA, one of the leading brands in motorsport suspension technology, for the 2016 AMA Pro Flat Track season. In the new partnership, riders in the Harley-Davidson GNC1 presented by Vance & Hines will be able to chase the Öhlins USA "Fastest Lap Award" at each round in 2016. The Swedish suspension brand has a long history in motorcycle racing as one of the top-tier suppliers in the world, and is enthusiastic about their endeavor into AMA Pro Flat Track. Öhlins USA will be creating a custom rear shock called the ILX36 that will be specifically tailored to the unique demands of professional Flat Track racing. More information on the ILX36 can be found on the Öhlins USA website. "It's something that we're passionate about and have wanted over the past few years," said Jeff Baucom, Marketing Manager at Öhlins USA. "Being racing enthusiasts, Flat Track has always been something that we desire. In many respects, racing has gotten polite, but we love the gritty intensity of Flat Track. We're excited for the season to start." Öhlins USA will have a presence at several AMA Pro Flat Track rounds in 2016 to support riders utilizing their products, and giving fans an opportunity to check out their signature gold product lines. "To have Öhlins as a partner to AMA Pro Flat Track is tremendous for our sport," said Michael Lock, CEO of AMA Pro Racing. "Their history in the motorcycle racing industry is hugely respected, and we are delighted to welcome their support of the sport." Öhlins USA is also showing their support for the paddock in the form of a new contingency prize, the Öhlins USA "Fastest Lap Award." The rider who turns the fastest lap time in each Harley-Davidson GNC1 presented by Vance & Hines main event will be presented with a check for $500. For more information about Öhlins USA, please visit their website at http://www.ohlinsusa.com/. Next Up: The 2016 AMA Pro Flat Track season will once again kick off with a doubleheader at the DAYTONA Flat Track during Daytona's Bike Week festivities. The twin short track races will take place at the "World Center of Racing" on Thursday and Friday, March 10 & 11. For additional information and to purchase tickets, please visit http://www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com/Events/2016/DAYTONA-Flat-Track/DAYTONA-Flat-Track.aspx. How to Watch:   FansChoice.tv is the official home for live streaming coverage of AMA Pro Flat Track events. The site also provides coverage of IMSA's development and single-make series, and NASCAR's touring and weekly series. Catch all the action at http://www.FansChoice.tv. About AMA Pro Flat Track:   AMA Pro Flat Track is the world's premier dirt track motorcycle racing series and one of the longest-running championships in the history of motorsports. Sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing in Daytona Beach, Fla., the series is highly regarded as the most competitive form of dirt track motorcycle racing on the globe. For more information on AMA Pro Flat Track, please visit www.amaproracing.com/ft/, follow us on Twitter, like us on Facebook or live stream the on-track action on FansChoice.tv.   About AMA Pro Racing: AMA Pro Racing is the premier professional motorcycle racing organization in North America, operating a full schedule of events and championships for a variety of motorcycle disciplines. Learn more about AMA Pro Racing at www.amaproracing.com.

For additional information contact:   AMA Pro Racing Communications, (386) 492-1014, communications@amaproracing.com