Legendary Driver Paul Tracy and Local High Performance Auto Retailer Team Up For Autograph Session
Online, July 15, 2011 (Newswire.com) - At 16 years old, Paul Tracy became the youngest Canadian Formula Ford champion in history and his career progressed rapidly thereafter through the ranks of Formula Ford 2000, Formula Atlantic and Indy Lights. Tracy is one of the most impressive and exciting drivers in the history of open-wheel racing. He was named the 2003 Champ Car Champion and was listed among the Top 10 in nearly every statistical category. Tracy is now in his 21st season of open-wheel racing.
'Paul Tracy is all about winning and success on a high level of competition and his life style mirrors what Rockford Fosgate is all about,' said Jim Bell, Founder of JBs Power Centre. 'As a loyal Rockford Fosgate retailer and huge Paul Tracy fans, we are excited to have this opportunity.'
Over 50 years ago the passion that Jim Bell has for performance automotives lead him to open the first JBs Power Centre, without knowing that one day he would become part of Edmonton's history. JBs Power Centre now has three locations in Edmonton and one in Calgary, providing top brands in car audio, high performance parts and accessories. Bell's passion for high performance automotives is is what continues to drive the JBs Power Centre brand to grow, making his dream a reality.
'Paul embodies the Rockford Fosgate lifestyle,' said Bill Jackson, CEO and president of Rockford Corporation. 'He leads an active life, enjoys music and all things motorized. We're excited to have Paul in the Rockford Fosgate family.'
Since its founding in 1973, Rockford Fosgate has established a reputation of manufacturing high- performance car audio systems because of their commitment to quality. Paul Tracy will be sporting the Rockford Fosgate logo in the upcoming Edmonton Indy which will run from July 22, 2011 - July 24, 2011 at the Edmonton City Centre Airport, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.