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MORE HORSEPOWER AND UP TO 37% BETTER FUEL ECONOMY

BRP is expanding its revolutionary E-TEC engine technology in Ski-Doo snowmobiles with the introduction of the much anticipated Rotax E-TEC 800R engine.

This lightweight two-stroke engine uses sophisticated electronic injectors and a powerful central computer to deliver stunning improvements in performance, efficiency and ease-of-use. This engine debuts in a limited build 2010 Ski-Doo MX Z X-package sled.

“This is a no compromise engine. Not only does it generate more power, but it sets new benchmarks for fuel and oil economy,” said Bob Lumley, vice-president, Sales & Marketing, Ski-Doo/Sea-Doo. “In fact, the new E-TEC 800R engine is up to 37% better than our competitors in fuel economy,” concluded Lumley.

Benefits of the 800R E-TEC engine include:

– horsepower exceeding the PowerT.E.K. 800;
– outstanding fuel economy: 19 mpg (12.3 l/100 km);
– great fuel range: 202 miles (325km);
– increased oil economy: 264 miles/quart (450 km/l);
– virtually no smoke or smell;
– lower emissions than any other 800cc snowmobile on the market;
– first pull starts every time;
– super smooth, refined idle;
– significantly lighter throttle pull;
– automatic break-in function;
– automatic summerization function.

BRP first introduced the E-TEC technology in its Evinrude outboard engines in 2003 and subsequently won the Clean Air Technology Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Adapted later on for Ski-Doo snowmobiles, it was first brought to the market in 2008 with the Rotax E-TEC 600 H.O. engine. Since then, it has become the industry’s best-selling 600cc engine and has won numerous industry awards.

“This introduction reflects the outstanding innovative capabilities of BRP, especially in expanding environmentally friendly technologies,” said Yves Leduc, vice- president and general manager, North America division. “Transferring technology and know-how from one product to another demonstrates the strength and capabilities of our design and engineering teams. It also extends our products’ leadership farther and faster.”

A limited number of black 2010 Ski-Doo MX Z X snowmobiles powered by the new engine will be available for purchase at North American BRP dealers in the next few days.

So consumers can experience this remarkable new engine, a demo tour of the Ski-Doo MX Z X 800R E-TEC sleds will be travelling the snowbelt for the remainder of the winter (a schedule of events is available on ski-doo.com). Plus, a handful of Summit E-TEC 800R models will be available as demonstration units.

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Hundreds of the Worlds best snowmobile racers roll into the City Of Kawartha Lakes to compete at the “Amsoil Kawartha Cup Snowmobile Races”. Racers will compete for the prestigious Kawartha Cup, as well as, thousands of dollars in cash and prizes.

Snowcross racing is very similar to motocross racing. Racers will put on a high-flying aerial display as they compete on a challenging snow race course featuring huge jumps and moguls.

During competition Pro racers will often jump their snowmobiles 80-100′ feet through the air as they challenge their competitors for the lead position.

The Kawartha Cup race course will be a compact Super Snowcross design, set up so spectators can view all the action from the huge grandstand at the new Lindsay Central Exhibition grounds. Spectators will also be able to warm up and check out the new vehicle and Powersports displays inside the new Exhibition building.

Snowcross Racing is a family sport

Snowcross racing is a family sport, the Kawartha Cup races include classes for all ages of both men and women. There is even a racing class for 4-6 year old children on miniature snowmobiles.

Sport, Novice and Junior Races will start on Saturday and Sunday at 10:00AM.

The Pro “Main Events” qualifying races will start at 1:00PM Saturday and the Kawartha Cup Feature races will take place from 1:00 PM – 4:00PM on Sunday.

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Victory in Three Classes at ISOC’s Milwaukee Mile National

At the first-ever ISOC National snocross race at the Rio Tinto stadium in Sandy, Utah – and in front 10,000 western racing fans – Team Arctic racers delivered a triumphant performance that included five class wins and multiple podium placings.

As he has done throughout his storied career, Tucker Hibbert led the charge with a wire-to-wire victory in Pro Stock. And for the second time this season, Factory Team Arctic racer Dan Ebert stood on the podium with an impressive third place finish, with newcomer Zach Pattyn taking fourth.

All amazing win streaks must eventually end, and in the Pro Open final Hibbert went from a third-place start to an uncharacteristic tip-over in the corner, finishing seventh and ending an undefeated streak that began halfway through the 2008 season. Cory Davis, who last week won the USCC cross-country opener, finished just off the box in fourth.

Factory Team Arctic Racer Cody Thomsen won the Semi Pro Open for the second time in three races, laying down lap times that suggest future forays into the Pro class will be met with success. Taking third in this ultra-competitive class was Willie Elam, who impressed everyone because it was his first year on an Arctic Cat and his first race of the season.

Semi Pro Stock #1 saw the return of Factory Team racer Kyle Pallin to the number two spot, while Semi Pro Stock #2 proved another great battle between Logan Christian and Thomsen for two of the podium positions.

Utah’s own Dakota Keller gave the hometown fans reason to cheer, nailing wins in both Jr. 14-15 and Jr. 16-17 finals. Notching the fifth Team Arctic win of the weekend was Shane St. John in the Expert 30-Plus class.

“We’re satisfied with the success we had in Utah,” remarked Mike Kloety, Team Arctic Race Manager. “Winning five finals is great. Just as important, guys like Willie Elam and Zach Pattyn had break-out finishes, while new names like Dakota Keller indicate a bright future for the team.”