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Commercial Power Brand Vanguard Joins as the Primary Sponsor in the Toyota Gazoo Racing North America (TGRNA) GR Cup Series for #55 Spike Kohlbecker

1. Vanguard announces sponsorship of motorsport driver Spike Kohlbecker for 2025. 2. Kohlbecker will promote Vanguard's commercial engines at various events. 3. Vanguard’s robust engine design is highlighted in promotional efforts. 4. The partnership aims to enhance brand visibility in motorsports. 5. Spike Kohlbecker has a promising racing career, aiming for success.

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Strategic sponsorship strengthens brand visibility, potentially boosting sales and market position.

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The partnership establishes a platform for brand growth over multiple race seasons.

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Milwaukee, WI, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Briggs & Stratton’s Vanguard brand, a leading provider of commercial power solutions, today announces its primary sponsorship of Spike Kohlbecker, a rising star in motorsports from St. Louis, Missouri. Kohlbecker will also serve as a Vanguard Brand Ambassador at select Vanguard brand events throughout North America in 2025.  “This is a significant milestone for Spike and Vanguard,” expressed Farran Davis, team development manager for RVA Graphics Motorsports. “The partnership between a global leader like Vanguard and a talented professional driver like Spike, it’s a perfect match. Vanguard recognizes Spike’s immense potential, and we look forward to welcoming Vanguard to the team.” “I look forward to representing the Vanguard brand on the racetrack and in the paddock,” added Kohlbecker. “Vanguard engines are well-known for their robust design, performance, and longevity even in demanding environments—qualities that are just as crucial for commercial engines as they are for a professional race car driver!” “We’ve been following Spike’s motorsport journey since he started in karts, often racing one of our Briggs Racing engines,” said Dan Roche, marketing director for Briggs & Stratton. “His exceptional work ethic, both at the track and in school, aligns perfectly with our employees, OEM partners, dealers, and commercial customers. We proudly support a team and driver who understand that preparation equals results.”  Look for the distinctive and powerful Vanguard engines' yellow and black livery on Kohlbecker’s #55 Toyota GRCup North America car for the 2025 season: March 28-30 Sonoma RacewayApril 25-27 Circuit of the Americas May 16-18 Sebring International RacewayJuly 18-20 Virginia International Raceway Aug. 15-17 Road AmericaSept. 5-7 Barber Motorsports Park Oct. 17-19 Indianapolis Motor Speedway About Briggs & StrattonBriggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world’s largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and garden, turf care and job site products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Simplicity®, Snapper®, Billy Goat®, Allmand®, SimpliPhi®, Branco® and Victa® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents. About Spike Kohlbecker Spike Kohlbecker is a 22-year-old professional racecar driver from St. Louis, Missouri, currently studying at Boise State University’s College of Business and Economics. After just 28 sports car starts in his professional career, Spike was awarded Vice-Champion of the 2024 Toyota GR Cup North American Championship and is now focused on his third season in sportscar racing. For sponsorship opportunities and more information about Spike Kohlbecker, visit SpikeKohlbeckerRacing.com. About RVA Graphics Motorsports by Speed SyndicateRVA Graphics Motorsports by Speed Syndicate competes in IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge and Toyota GR Cup North America. The team got its start in 2007 with an endurance racing program, which led to two championships. More recently, the team made the move to professional sports car racing in 2023, fielding multiple cars in Toyota GR Cup North America. Additionally, the team fosters young drivers, assisting with on and off-track development to further their careers. Fans and drivers interested in securing a driving opportunity with the team can learn more by visiting rvagraphicsmotorsports.com or contacting Team Development Manager Farran Davis at farran@rvagfx.com. For information on media releases or other media services offered by RTD Media, please contact Mike Maurini via e-mail at Info@RTD-Media.com or 317.270.8723. RTD Media and Management can also be found on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram by searching @RTDMediaAndMgmt. Vanguard Commercial Power partners with Spike Kohlbecker Look for the distinctive and powerful Vanguard engines' yellow and black livery Vanguard Commercial Power partners with Spike Kohlbecker Vanguard joins as primary sponsor. Look for the distinctive and powerful Vanguard engines' yellow and black livery Kohlbecker will also serve as a Vanguard Brand Ambassador at select Vanguard brand events throughout...

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