CORONA, Calif., May 14,
2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Saleen Automotive, Inc. (OTCQB: SLNN),
(OTCBB: SLNN) (the "Company"), an American specialty manufacturer
of high performance vehicles, technical performance parts,
lifestyle accessories and apparel, is pleased to announce that
legendary driver and businessman Joe
Amato has joined the Board of Directors, effective
immediately.
During his two decades as one of Top Fuel's most successful
drivers, Joe Amato had an uncanny
knack for finding the winner's circle. From his early days in the
Pro Comp class through his record five NHRA Winston Top Fuel
championships, the affable and popular Pennsylvania businessman seemingly won at
will. In addition to his five Winston titles, Amato's résumé
includes 52 victories in Top Fuel and another five behind the wheel
of an alcohol-fueled dragster. A longtime fan favorite due to his
easygoing nature and willingness to interact with the public, Amato
competed in 99 final rounds in Top Fuel and won the Budweiser
Shootout at Pomona a record six
times. He finished in the top 10 an incredible 19 straight years,
from 1982 through his sudden retirement at the end of the 2000
campaign.
Amato's success on the dragstrip was paralleled by his
achievements in the boardroom. As president of Keystone Automotive
Warehouse, he became one of the world's largest distributors of
high-performance automotive parts and accessories and was able to
parlay that status into a number of successful long-term
sponsorships. As a result, his racing efforts were never
underfinanced.
"Adding my friend and colleague Joe
Amato to our Board of Directors is a historic moment for
Saleen Automotive," stated Steve
Saleen, CEO, Saleen
Automotive. "Joe has accomplished remarkable achievements on
and off the track and brings that legacy of success as a
contributing member of our board and indeed, a highly valued
strategic partner. I very much look forward to utilizing Joe's
unique skill set as we execute the Saleen Automotive business
plan."
"I'm pleased to join Steve
Saleen, his management team, and the members of the Board in
a journey to take Saleen Automotive to new heights," stated Amato.
"Steve has built a reputation for excellence to which few can
compare and I look forward to being a part of this ride as a
working member of the Board."
For more information and updates regarding Saleen Automotive
visit the following online locations:
Company website: www.saleenautomotive.com.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saleen
About Saleen Automotive, Inc.
Saleen is an American
specialty manufacturer of high performance vehicles, technical
performance parts, lifestyle accessories and apparel. Founder
Steve Saleen has continually set the
bar for automotive design and performance engineering in both
street and racing applications. Saleen plans to utilize its
existing strategic partnerships and dealer network to refine its
design and engineering prowess, continue development of emerging
automotive technologies, and expand its presence nationwide with a
combination of automotive retail services, aftermarket parts and
new vehicle sales to build significant long-term value. Learn more
at www.saleenautomotive.com.
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SOURCE Saleen Automotive, Inc.