MILFORD, Iowa, May 19, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- Cycle Country Accessories Corp. (AMEX:ATC), the recognized leader in developing and manufacturing a variety of products for the all terrain vehicle (ATV), garden tractors, and golf carts, is pleased to announce the official race sponsorship for Arie Luyendyk, Jr., son of the legendary two-time "Indianapolis 500" winner, Arie Luyendyk, Sr. This exciting event, The Futaba Freedom 100, part of IRL's (Indy Racing League) Infinity Pro series, is set to run at the famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Saturday, May 22nd.
"I'm extremely excited about Cycle Country's involvement for the Indianapolis race. I am a big fan of their ATV products," Luyendyk, Jr. said. "I believe we will generate a lot of exposure for Cycle Country, one of the world's leading providers of ATV accessories."
Arie Luyendyk, Jr. has raced in the Infinity Pro Series, an open wheel racing format, since it's inception in '02 as he sets his sights on the IRL. Arie Luyendyk, Sr. works closely to mentor Arie Jr. as he has enjoyed the most consecutive top 10 finishes, most popular driver in '03 and has lead a total of 120 laps.
"We are pleased and excited to be Arie Jr.'s main sponsor for the next race," Brad Danbom, Cycle Country's VP of Sales and Marketing said. "We believe in Arie Jr. He is an excellent driver and we are confident that his number five car is going to be a top finisher on Saturday. We are looking forward to the race and the great exposure it will bring for our company."
About Cycle Country Accessories Corp.
Cycle Country, with over 50% of the worldwide market in several product categories, is the industry leader in the design and manufacturing of custom-fitting accessories for virtually every brand of utility all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). Since 1981, Cycle Country has developed an extensive line of branded recreational accessories and utility equipment including snowplows, lawnmowers, spreaders, sprayers, and hitches found at essentially all North American ATV and motorcycle dealers under the brand names: Cycle Country, Perf-form and Weekend Warrior. The Company's products are sold through 17 domestic and 19 international distributors in 37 countries throughout North America, Asia, Europe, Central and South America.
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Cycle Country Accessories Corp: 2188 Hwy. 86, Milford, Iowa 51351, (800) 841-2222.
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