Turners Falls, MA. April 12, 2023 – Mayhew Steel Products, Inc. (Mayhew Tools) a premium hand tool manufacturer since 1856, announces their renewal as the official tool sponsor of the Northeastern Champ Kart Series for the 2023 racing season. Mayhew Tools and the Northeastern Champ Kart Series are also proud to announce the addition of the new Dominator® Award for this racing season. As the official tool sponsor, Mayhew will provide the winner of each race with a new Made in the USA 6-Piece Long Slotted & Phillips® Screwdriver Set. Starting with the 2023 season, Mayhew will also sponsor the Dominator® Award, a monetary prize given out to the driver that leads the most laps in each feature event. The Northeastern Champ Kart Series kicks-off May 14, 2023, and runs through October 2, 2023, consisting of 12 races over 3 divisions: Jr. Sportsman (Ages 8-12), Junior Champ (Ages 12-15), and Senior Champ (Ages 15+). Races will take place at four tracks, in four states, from New York to Maine.
“Racing sponsorships have become a mutually beneficial catalyst for helping us extend our brand awareness while supporting the racing community-at-large,” commented John Lawless, President, Mayhew Tools. “We are excited to return as the official tool sponsor for the 2023 Northeastern Champ Kart Series race season and to sponsor the new Dominator® Award, as well. Additionally, it is great to be able to get our new Made in the USA Screwdrivers into the hands of the young racing community.”
Mayhew Tools has been manufacturing quality hand tools since 1856 and has become known for their punches, chisels, and pry bars. The 6-Piece Long Slotted & Phillips® Screwdriver Set, part #27021LT, is part of the company’s new line of made in the USA screwdrivers, consisting of over 100 SKUs, sold both individually and as sets.
“We are very happy to have the support of Mayhew Tools again for our 2023 racing season,” said Marc Warnock, Owner/Founder, Northeastern Champ Kart Series. “Not only are they based in western-Massachusetts, close to the headquarters for the series, but they are a legacy brand that has become the known-standard for high-quality, dependable hand tools.”
This is the second year Mayhew Tools will be a sponsor of the Northeastern Champ Kart Series, continuing the relationship that was started last season.
The 2023 Northeastern Champ Kart Series: Complete Series Schedule
Saturday, May 14th LST Motorsports Park
Sunday, June 17th Poughkeepsie Speedway
Sunday, August 6th Claremont Motorsports Park
Sunday, September 10th Stafford Speedway – Sr Champs Only
Sunday, September 23rd Poughkeepsie Speedway – Jr Camp and Jr Sportsman Only
For more information on Mayhew Tools, visit mayhew.com.
Mayhew Tools are sold through an extensive network of global distributors, primarily serving the industrial, automotive, and hardware markets. For more information, contact Mayhew Tools at 800.872.0037.
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About Mayhew Tools
Mayhew Steel Products (Mayhew Tools), founded in 1856, is an ISO 9001:2015-certified company and the oldest punch and chisel manufacturer in the United States. Headquartered in Turners Falls, MA, the company’s transition from a small tool house to industry leader comes as a direct result of their dedication, quality, reliability, and craftsmanship. While their passion for manufacturing quality hand tools has continued to fuel its century-old product line growth. Mayhew Tools, serving primarily the Industrial, Automotive and Hardware industries, are sold globally through an extensive distributor network.
About Northeastern Champ Kart Series
The Northeastern Champ Kart Series will be entering its fifth season in 2023. The series consists of three divisions, Senior Champ, Junior Champ, and Junior Sportsman Champ. The 2023 season starts May 14th at LST Motorsports Park in Richmond, ME. For more information, please visit www.nechampkarts.com.