George Pyne, NASCAR’s chief operating officer, is scheduled to address the Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium in Dearborne, Mich., Thursday as part of a NASCAR awareness program. NASCARs “unperformed maintenance” awareness program is designed to help fans maintain their vehicles and add value to the more than 30 aftermarket sponsors who back NASCAR. “Research shows that NASCAR fans own more vehicles, drive more miles, are more likely to own older vehicles and buy more auto parts to service their vehicles,” Pyne said in advance of his address. “Using our media properties and relationships to encourage fans to take good care of their vehicles is good for them and our automotive sponsors.”( Winston Cup Scene Daily Newsletter )(5-8-2003)
