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remains the global leader in racing fuels with more than 80 custom-formulated blends ,” added Cerwick . “ However , we are clearly now much more than race fuel .”
VP Racing also announced the launch of EcoGen , a family of ethanolfree gasolines with up to 10 percent renewable content . The company is initially launching the non-alcohol alternative to Ethanol and Butanol-based fuels for the Texas market this spring , with expansion into the southern Gulf States to follow .
According to VP Racing , EcoGen offers improved fuel economy ; is great for marine use ; up to 10 % renewable content , reduced tailpipe pollutant emissions , and reduced carbon emissions ; and is friendly on fuel system components .
VP Racing noted that EcoGen is ideal for small engines such as lawn equipment ; all power sports vehicles , ATVs / UTVs , jet skis and side-by-sides ; highperformance cars and motorcycles ; high-performance boats ; and more .
“ We are excited to launch this new innovation from VP ,” said Cerwick . “ With our experience in developing over 80 race fuels , our chemists applied their expertise to solving a problem and answering a need . Innovation is what VP is all about .”
EETC OPENS ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS The Equipment & Engine Training Council ( EETC ) opened applications for its annual Paul H . Scholten Memorial Scholarships .
For the 2022-2023 school year , up to six scholarships of $ 1,000 each will be awarded . The scholarships will be in the form of a gift card / certificate from a choice of tool vendors : Snap-on , Mac Tools and Tekton .
Scholarships are awarded to individuals pursuing a certificate or degree in at an EETC-accredited school . Applicants are judged on their academic achievement , leadership activities and student statement , notes EETC ; preference is given to qualified applicants who exhibit financial need .
Eligible applicants must be : Full-time students ( minimum of
12 credits ); Currently enrolled in an EETC-accredited power equipment program ; and
A high-school senior who ’ s been accepted for enrollment in an EETCaccredited power equipment program .
Deadline to apply for the Paul H . Scholten Memorial Scholarship is

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