CHARLOTTE, N.C., March 1, 2006 (PRIMEZONE) -- When the Forest, Lawn & Garden Equipment of NASCAR(R) introduces a new chain saw, chances are good that its speed, power and toughness will be unmatched. Husqvarna, sponsors of both NASCAR and Joe Gibbs Racing, have introduced a new NASCAR Tough chain saw for 2006.
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The Husqvarna saw, which debuted in 2005 as the first outdoor power equipment product licensed by NASCAR, features an 18-inch bar with the recognizable NASCAR logo imprinted in full color, the first time a chain saw bar has been mass produced in color. In addition to the custom bar, the saw is packaged in a collector's edition carton and includes a NASCAR authentication numbered hologram decal on the powerhead.
"NASCAR is pleased to partner with Husqvarna and is excited about its NASCAR licensed chain saw," said Blake Davidson, NASCAR's managing director of licensed products. "When you think about NASCAR, speed and power certainly come to mind. These same attributes can be applied to the Husqvarna NASCAR chain saw."
The saw itself is a special edition Husqvarna model 350 with a powerful 3.2 hp engine and many of the features of a professional saw. It has high-power and low weight, a high center of gravity and features Husqvarna's exclusive LowVib vibration dampening system that isolates the handles from the engine using high-grade steel springs. The carburetor is also isolated from vibrations via a rubber adapter. This feature helps provide smoother operation and extended product life. The saw also features Husqvarna's Smart Start system for easy starting and is equipped with a snap off cover for easy access to the spark plug and air filter. It also features Husqvarna's exclusive Air Injection system that removes up to 97 percent of dust before it enters the filter, creating fewer filter changes and enabling the saw to run longer and stronger.
The NASCAR chain saw is available at the suggested retail price of $329.95. To find out more, call toll-free 1-800-HUSKY62 or visit www.usa.husqvarna.com.
About NASCAR
The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, NASCAR, is the sanctioning body for one of America's premier sports, which is the second highest-rated sport on television and has the most corporate involvement of any major sport. NASCAR sanctions approximately 1,800 races at 120 tracks in 38 states. The licensing division of NASCAR, based in Charlotte, N.C., works with more than 200 licensees nationwide. Overall, NASCAR fans purchased $2.1 billion in NASCAR-licensed merchandise in 2004. Headquartered in Daytona Beach, FL, NASCAR also has offices in Concord, N.C., Los Angeles, New York, Toronto, and Bentonville, Ark.
About Husqvarna
Husqvarna, a member of the Electrolux Group, offers forest, lawn and garden power equipment for all applications. The company markets a complete line of chain saws, clearing saws, cut-off saws, and lawn and garden products, including riding and walk-behind mowers, yard and garden tractors, tillers, edgers, brushcutters, grass trimmers, back-pack and hand-held blowers, snow throwers, and commercial turf care equipment. For more information, visit Husqvarna's web site at www.husqvarna.com.
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