VODAFONE McLAREN MERCEDES AND ENKEI EXTEND PARTNERSHIP
Woking, Surrey, UK, Thursday 15th February 2007: Vodafone
McLaren Mercedes and Enkei, the world leader in street and
race wheels, are delighted to announce the long-term extension
of their Partnership, which began in 1995.
As Official Supplier to Vodafone McLaren Mercedes, Enkei provides
the Formula 1 team with lightweight magnesium wheels for World
Championship Grands Prix and test sessions. The Enkei logo
will feature on the wheels used for the team’s 2007
Challenger, the MP4-22.
Enkei Group Chairman, Junichi Suzuki commented that “Being
involved in the Formula 1 World Championship with Vodafone
McLaren Mercedes is an important part of the Enkei culture.
Enkei is always looking to implement innovative wheel technology
in today’s manufacturing environment. We are confident
that we are providing our business partners with cutting edge
wheel technology. Our relationship with Vodafone McLaren Mercedes
has allowed us to continue to pursue lighter and stronger
wheels to ensure that our customers driving experience is
the best, whether on a Grand Prix track or on a local street.”
“We are pleased to be making the announcement today
that we are extending our Official Supplier relationship with
Enkei. Since our Partnership began over 12 years ago, we have
worked closely together to gain performance and develop wheel
rim technologies. We are looking forward to continuing this
process into the long-term,” added Martin Whitmarsh,
CEO Formula 1, Vodafone McLaren Mercedes. “As we move
into a new era for the team in 2007, with our new Title Partner
and our exciting driver pairing of Fernando Alonso and Lewis
Hamilton, it is important to acknowledge the continued and
vital role being played by our group of Partners. Extending
our agreement with Enkei is a demonstration of this and we
are proud that the Partnership will support Enkei in strengthening
its leading global market position.”
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