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NASCAR Champion Spark Plugs Power Kenseth to Photo-Finish Win in Subway 400
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Feb. 25 Defending NASCAR Winston (now Nextel) Cup series champion Matt Kenseth, driving the #17 Ford powered by Champion(R) spark plugs, edged Kasey Kahne by .0138 seconds to win Sunday's Subway 400 at North Carolina Speedway in Rockingham, N.C. Kenseth's victory returned "The World's Favorite Spark Plug" to the winner's circle for the second time in the season's first two events. Champion spark plugs are manufactured and marketed by Federal-Mogul Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: FDMLQ) Kenseth's second Subway 400 title in three years is sure to rank among the most exciting finishes in NASCAR history, as the #17 Ford fought off Kahne and Jamie McMurray over the final 10 of 393 laps for a photo-finish decision. The victory gives Champion plugs a perfect record in 2004 Nextel Cup competition; Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s Champion-powered #8 Chevrolet took the checkered flag in the season-opening Daytona 500 last weekend. "Matt's win is proof that a perfect spark is every bit as important on mile 400 as it is at the starting line," said Champion Marketing Director Garth Cole. "Champion has now powered two straight victories this year in two different engine models. We're proud to build on our heritage of delivering the ideal spark for every make and model on the track and on the street." Champion's success in all makes and models also can be seen in each of the past two Winston (now Nextel) Cup championships: Both Kenseth and 2002 winner Tony Stewart (#20 G.M.) relied on Champion plugs for race-winning power. The Champion brand's unprecedented success in NASCAR competition continues off the track
for passenger applications through an exclusive electrode approach combining precious-metal conductors with optimized firing-end geometries for exceptional spark focus.
Champion plugs also provide exclusive thermal management characteristics that maximize performance under virtually all engine conditions. The ideal choice for hundreds of popular vehicle makes and models, Champion Double Platinum(TM) spark plugs feature platinum center and ground electrodes matching the specifications of the world's leading vehicle manufacturers. These plugs also incorporate premium Fine-Wire center electrodes and V-trimmed grounds for ultra-high spark concentration. Champion's patented Heat-Active(TM) alloy allows these plugs to quickly heat up and maintain stable operating temperature under varying heat loads. The result is a highly focused spark that provides greater power for quicker acceleration and smoother idle. For more information on Champion spark plugs, contact your nearest Champion supplier or write to: Champion Marketing, Federal-Mogul Corp., 26555 Northwestern Highway, Southfield, MI 48034. Information also is available online at http://www.federal-mogul.com/champion . Federal-Mogul is a global supplier of automotive components, sub-systems, modules and systems serving the world's original equipment manufacturers and the aftermarket. The company utilizes its engineering and materials expertise, proprietary technology, manufacturing skill, distribution flexibility and marketing power to deliver products, brands and services of value to its customers. Federal-Mogul is focused on the globalization of its teams, products and processes to bring greater opportunities for its customers and employees, and value to its constituents. Headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, Federal-Mogul was founded in Detroit in 1899 and today employs more than 45,000 people in 24 countries. For more information on Federal-Mogul, visit the company's Web site at http://www.federal-mogul.com . |
