Nitto launches video featuring drag racer John Urist

Nitto Tire launches a four part video project highlighting John Urist's
career and history as a drag racer. The key highlights of  the video
will include:

• Urist's 3 back-to-back championships

• Urist's accomplishment in a historical perspective

• Overview of his path from a sportsman racer to the dominant champion

• His testimonial and advice of becoming a dedicated drag racer

• Preparation for the 2009 season

The first three videos and the complimenting micro-site will be launched
on February of 2009, with the final piece launching on March of 2009.
The videos will be hosted on Nitto Tire's home site www.nittotire.com.