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KRESTO HAND CLEANING PRODUCTS COME BACK STRONGER THAN EVER FOR 2003 AHDRA SEASON!

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., January 15, 2003-The AHDRA announced today the return of STOKO Skin Care, manufacturers of Kresto Hand Cleaning Products, as class sponsor of the Pro Drag class and title sponsor of the Pacific Nationals, June 28th & 29th in Seattle, WA.

KrestoŽ is an extra heavy-duty cleanser that removes even the toughest grease and grime from your hands without damaging your skin. With a scrubber made of all-natural walnut shell powder and a low solvent content, KrestoŽ is an essential tool for race teams, mechanics, and anyone else who gets greasy and dirty.

STOKO Skin Care is part of the Degussa Care Specialties group. Degussa is one of the largest specialty chemical manufacturers in the world. STOKO Skin Care products are manufactured in Greensboro, NC and Krefeld, Germany and marketed around the world.

Kresto came on board with AHDRA during the 2002 season and the thrill and excitement of the sport left them anticipating another year of exhilarating action. "We look forward to a great 2003 racing season with the AHDRA," commented Ron Shuster, Director of the STOKO Skin Care Business Line. He further adds, "Motorcycle drag racing is an exciting sport, and the racers are so open and accessible to the fans, we anticipate increased exposure and growth for the sport for many years to come."

Visit their online store (www.kresto.net) to purchase KrestoŽ and a wide array of other STOKO skin care products, including Kresto Kwik-Wipes; Kresto EZ, a waterless, towelless heavy-duty cleaner, conditioning creams, and more.

The AHDRA hosts 15 classes of competition featuring three nitro classes, modified gas bikes, street bike classes and junior dragsters. With 7 second quarter mile E.T.'s and speeds up to 191 miles-per-hour, the Kresto Pro Drag class is reserved for nitro burning, carbureted, high-gear dragsters built specifically for all out drag racing.

Coming up June 28th & 29th, Kresto will proudly host the Kresto Pacific Nationals in Seattle, WA for a 2nd consecutive season. The Kresto staff will be on site in full force with plenty of samples of their fine products. Stay tuned for more exciting news on this event featuring the return of Children's Ride 8 and lots more. Last year's ride brought in nearly 1,000 riders and the AHDRA and Kresto are proud to be a part of this worthy cause.

For more information on the Kresto Pacific Nationals and the entire 2003 AHDRA National points series, contact 336-924-2095 or visit www.ahdra.com.