Energizer(R) e2(R) Lithium(R) Partnership with Target Chip Ganassi Racing Leads to Victory
Scott Dixon Keeps Going and Going; Wins Watkins Glen for Second Year in a Row
ST. LOUIS, June 8 -- Target Chip Ganassi Racing's Scott Dixon drove the #9 Energizer e2 Lithium car to his second consecutive victory at the historic 3.37-mile Watkins Glen International. In the end, Dixon and his specially-painted Energizer e2 Lithium car proved to be unstoppable, holding off all contenders during the final lap.
For nearly a decade, Energizer has been a partner with Target Chip Ganassi Racing. Sunday's race at Watkins Glen proved to be a great opportunity to showcase Energizer e2 Lithium, the World's Best AA and AAA Batteries in High- Tech Devices. Dixon and his high-powered #9 crew demonstrated the outstanding performance needed to reach victory lane, sporting the high-tech blue and silver Energizer e2 Lithium paint scheme.
"Energizer is proud to be a long-time sponsor of Target Chip Ganassi Racing," said Jeff Ziminski, Vice-President North American Marketing, Energizer Holdings, Inc. "Energizer, like Target Chip Ganassi Racing, is focused on innovation, integrity and performance. Our ongoing partnership with this high-performance team is a perfect fit for our company and this weekend provided a great opportunity to showcase one of our high performance products."
Energizer e2 Lithium batteries are the world's longest lasting AA and AAA batteries in high-tech devices from digital cameras to MP3 players. In addition to providing extremely long life, Energizer e2 Lithium batteries offer several other advantages. First, both the Energizer e2 Lithium AA and AAA are 33 percent lighter than their alkaline counterparts. The increased portability make them ideal for travel and situations where every ounce counts. Second, Energizer e2 Lithium batteries perform well in extreme temperatures, allowing your device to work from the Arctic to the Sahara. Lastly, Energizer e2 Lithium batteries have a shelf life of up to 15 years versus 7 years with ordinary alkaline and are leak resistant.
About Chip Ganassi Racing
Chip Ganassi Racing has been involved in the world of motorsports since 1990. The storied team history includes four consecutive CART championships from 1996-1999 with drivers Jimmy Vasser, Alex Zanardi and Juan Montoya. In 2000, Montoya won the 84th running of the Indianapolis 500, and in 2001, the team began competition in the ultracompetitive NASCAR Winston Cup Series. The IndyCar team added another IRL IndyCar series championship with Scott Dixon in 2003.
About Energizer
Energizer Holdings, Inc. , http://www.energizer.com/ , headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, is one of the world's largest manufacturers of primary batteries, battery-powered devices and flashlights. Energizer, a global leader in the dynamic business of providing portable power geared toward the new digital revolution, offers a full portfolio of products including, the Energizer(R) MAX(R) premium alkaline brand; Energizer(R) e2(R) Lithium(R) and Energizer(R) e2(R) Titanium Technology(R) high performance brands; Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) Rechargeable batteries and chargers; and Miniatures brand batteries.
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