Hi Torque Becomes GN SF Class Sponsor for 2023
COLUMBUS, OHIO – The National Tractor Pullers Association and Hi Torque IMI Performance Products, Inc. have secured a sponsorship agreement for 2023. This new partnership is a class sponsorship in which all Grand National Super Farm Tractor appearances will be called the “Hi Torque Super Farm Tractor Class” for the 2023 pulling season. This $10,000 sponsorship will be added to the year-end points fund.
To be eligible for a payout, a vehicle must be registered for the 2023 Grand National Series and prominently bear Hi Torque decals on both sides of the vehicle. Each pulling team will also display a Hi Torque Banner in their pit area.
“This is an exciting partnership for NTPA. Hi Torque is the industry leader in starter motors west of the Rockies. We are excited to share their companies’ mission and vision east of the Rockies. This partnership benefits both of our organization,” said Gregg Randall, NTPA Executive Director.
Jack Isom, Hi Torque President, stated, “It is indeed an honor to partner with the folks of the NTPA. Those of us here at IMI Performance are excited about being afforded the opportunity of supporting the pullers as well as showcasing our Hi-Torque Starters.”
Hi Torque IMI Performance Products, Inc. is headquartered in Whittier, California. The manufacture the highest quality gear reduction starter motors in the market today. Their units are expertly designed and coupled to an original DENSO product. Their US Patented design maximizes the clearance considerations necessary for their customer’s difficult to fit application.
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