Pirelli to sponsor Porsche drivers cup contest

Dec. 22, 2008

Pirelli North America Inc. (PTNA) has been selected by Competent Motorsport LLC as the official tire supplier and title sponsor for the 2009 and 2010 Drivers Cup USA.

The Pirelli Drivers Cup USA is the premier focal point of Porsche Club racing in the U.S. and features cars from various Porsche clubs.

PTNA will supply drivers with P Zero Racing Slicks, as well as racing rain tires. The tires will be made at Pirelli's new motorsport tire plant in Turkey.

"PTNA is proud to be the exclusive tire supplier for the newly named Pirelli Drivers Cup USA," says PTNA spokesman Rafael Navarro.