Carlos Fernandes, Author at ODYSSEY Battery

The Man, the Myth, the Motocross Legend.

June 8, 2016

Brian Deegan broke into the racing scene at the age of 17 when he changed motocross history. In 1997 at the LA Coliseum, Deegan was about to cross the finish line in first place. At that moment, he threw his bike (still in motion) and clinched the win. This now iconic move became known as “ghost riding” and began what is now Freestyle Motocross. His...

Top Gear Watch Party on “Big Hoss” with Show’s Stars Set for June 14 to Benefit Speedway Children’s Charities-Texas

May 18, 2016

FORT WORTH, Texas (May 18, 2016) – The co-stars of the popular American motoring television series Top Gear – Rutledge Wood, Tanner Foust and Adam Ferrara – will be visiting Texas Motor Speedway on Tuesday, June 14, for a live airing of their show’s latest episode on the world’s largest TV known as “Big Hoss” to benefit Speedway Children’s Charities-Texas Chapter. The “Speedy, Beardy & The...

A Change of Uniforms

April 27, 2016

A 2004 Infiniti G35 Coupe emblazoned with the American flag, detailed with the seven core Army values and the faces of three servicemen killed in action. It’s known as the National Guard’s Fallen Heroes G35 and was created by National Guardsman Nicholas Ashby. The build came as a need to find closure. Ashby was a demolitions guy by trade – part of 12 Bravo: the designation...

There’s no such thing as a Bad Penny or Jeep®

March 9, 2016

Someone who knew nothing about off-roading – or Jeeps for that matter – took a chance. That chance? Buying a 2013 Jeep® JK Wrangler with her savings. She’d always dreamed of owning one, so she went for it. What was once an ordinary Jeep® has turned into a hit with off-road and custom build enthusiasts, not to mention its owner. Nicholas Ashby and his team at Rockstar Performance Garage...

A Quick Lap Around the Track with Brad Keselowski

February 15, 2016

ODYSSEY® batteries is a proud sponsor of Brad Keselowski as he looks to gear up for another great season behind the wheel for Team Penske. He is the 2012 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and 2010 NASCAR XFINITY Series Champion and has been an integral part of securing three consecutive XFINITY Series Owners’ Championship titles. We took a lap around the track with Brad Keselowski as...

ODYSSEY® Batteries represented at King of the Hammers

February 1, 2016

King of the Hammers Background This February, thousands of people will spend nine days in Johnson Valley alongside the Means Dry Lake bed in California to watch some of the finest off-road artists compete to win “the ultimate desert race.” What is this place? It’s known as Hammertown – home to King of the Hammers (KOH). The idea for the race began on a bar napkin. Dave Cole...

ODYSSEY® Unveils New Line of Chargers

January 22, 2016

ODYSSEY® battery by EnerSys had a big year at the 2015 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show – from star-studded celebrity appearances to several builds that drew enthusiastic car lovers from all around the world. There was no better time to unveil the new line of ODYSSEY® battery portable chargers than during this four-day event. There was one goal in mind when creating the line of ODYSSEY®...

ODYSSEY® Battery Brings the Power at SEMA 2015

December 9, 2015

It is every automotive enthusiast’s dream – four days of pure heaven. The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show is best described as an automotive fanatic’s mecca. Thousands of vendors showcased some of the coolest and craziest cars and products. ODYSSEY® battery by EnerSys joined many top vendors on display. Our main focus this year: showcasing our Performance Series™ and Extreme Series™ batteries. Need to know the difference...