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Dunlop Extends AMA Spec Race Tire Contract

Sunday, July 24, 2011
Motorcycle tire maker Dunlop announced today at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca that it has extended its relationship with AMA Pro Road Racing to supply tires for the Motorcycle-Superstore.com AMA Supersport, Daytona Sportbike and American Superbike classes. The original contract is slated to expire at the end of the 2011 season and Dunlop confirms that it has been extended for multiple years.

“Professional road racing has played a key role in our strategic vision here at Dunlop,” said Joe Rosen, President and Chairman of Goodyear Dunlop North America. “For decades we have been the leader in supplying racing tires to the AMA paddock, and our championship record—and reputation—over the past two decades is unmatched. Our racing commitment furthers the development of our products, and helps us supply advanced technology to our customers. We look forward to more AMA racing accomplishments as the Official Tire of AMA Pro Racing in future years.”

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