VALVOLINE SECURES TWO-YEAR DEAL AS THE “OFFICIAL MOTOR OIL OF GLTC & TRACKBATTLE”.
GRIDLIFE is very proud to announce that they have entered a two-year partnership with Valvoline as the “Official Motor Oil Partner of GLTC & TrackBattle”. The lubricants brand will sponsor the popular GRIDLIFE Touring Cup (GLTC) and TrackBattle Time Attack motorsport series across all six (6) rounds of the 2023 Festival Tour, as well as the following 2024 season of events.
Valvoline will also be a major supporter of GRIDLIFE Live, a best-in-class livestream that covers all the grassroots motorsport action at the Festival Tour rounds to fans around the world. GRIDLIFE Live will stream every Friday and Saturday of Festival weekends, with live announcing, special guests, pit reporting and more.
The Valvoline team has committed to attending all six rounds of the GRIDLIFE Festival Tour this year. The brand will bring a team of high-profile drivers and content creators including TJ Hunt, Chris Forsberg, Rob Dahm, Dustin Williams, Gears & Gasoline, The Speed Academy, with more to be announced. Fans will be able to meet many of the Valvoline team of drivers and creators in the paddock of the GRDILIFE Festival Tour events, where they can win prizes and load up on Valvoline gear.
“Valvoline has become a fixture of the GRIDLIFE experience, bringing a roster of pro and DIY drivers and creators onto their roster, representing a great cross-section of automotive enthusiasm. They continue to elevate the GRIDLIFE experience for fans and drivers alike. We couldn’t be happier to have them as partners for the next two years, and beyond.”
-Shawn Fenton - Strategy Director GRIDLIFE
Three time Formula Drift Champion, Chris Forsberg, and his 2000hp Nissan “Altimaniac” Drift Taxi will bring fans to the fences at select GRIDLIFE Festivals rounds this year.
YouTube Creator and talented wheelman, TJ Hunt, will be back with the Valvoline team at GRIDLIFE Festivals in 2023, attacking the track in his 350z 2021 SEMA car.
Epic builder, Rob Dahm, will return with his impressive 4-rotor Mazda RX7 that was recently showcased at the 2022 Valvoline SEMA booth, complete with body panels this year!
Ben Thorne of the popular Gears and Gasoline YouTube Channel, finished in 3rd place in the 2022 ClubTR TrackBattle class, and will return in 2023 with his eyes on the top podium position.
Built and piloted by The Speed Academy, this super clean 2000 Acura Integra Type R is beautifully dressed in a classic Valvoline livery that is a must-see in person.
Team Valvoline (Left to Right): TJ Hunt, Ben Thorne, Chris Forsberg
GRIDLIFE Festival Tour 2023 Schedule:
GRIDLIFE South Carolina - Carolina Motorsports Park - 3/30 - 4/02
GRIDLIFE at the Glen - Watkins Glen - 4/28 - 4/30
GRIDLIFE Midwest Festival - Gingerman Raceway - 6/02 - 6/04
GRIDLIFE Mid Ohio Meet - Mid Ohio Sports Car Course - 8/04 - 8/06
GRIDLIFE Circuit Legends - Lime Rock Park, CT - 8/18 - 8/20
GRIDLIFE Laguna Festival - Laguna Seca - 10/20 - 10/22
For additional information and updates; including ticket on sale dates, festival announcements, special offers and more, visit GRIDLIFE on the following platforms:
WEBSITE: www.grid.life
FACEBOOK: @gridlifeofficial
INSTAGRAM: @gridlifeofficial
YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/gridlife
TWITCH: www.twitch.tv/gridlifeofficial
FOR GRIDLIFE INFORMATION AND MEDIA REQUESTS
info@grid.life
www.grid.life/media
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About Valvoline™ Global Operations
Valvoline Global is a worldwide leader in automotive and industrial solutions, creating future-ready products and best-in-class services for partners around the globe. Established in 1866, the company introduced the world’s first branded motor oil and developed strong brand recognition and customer satisfaction ratings across multiple product channels. With sales in more than 140 countries and territories, Valvoline Global’s solutions are available for every engine and drivetrain, including high-mileage and heavy-duty vehicles, offered at more than 80,000 locations. Valvoline Global is powering the future of mobility through innovative solutions for vehicles with electric, hybrid and internal combustion powertrains – and the company will continue to solve for global automotive and industrial challenges as it moves forward. To learn more, visit ValvolineGlobal.com.
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FOR INFORMATION ABOUT VALVOLINE AND THEIR PARTNERSHIP WITH GRIDLIFE
Abby Malik
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