Press Release | January 4, 2024
Electric truck becomes supporting partner of youth-focused program for Supercross Championship hopefuls
“We are incredibly proud to be partnered with Ford to power the KTM Junior Supercross presented by Wells Fargo in 2024,” said KTM North America, Inc. CEO, John Hinz. “For over 25 years, the KTM Junior Supercross program has continued to inspire young athletes and introduce new families to the sport and we’re looking forward to the synergies that Ford will bring to the table. Both KTM and Ford are proven leaders when it comes to innovation and development in their respective industries and it’s clear that the Ford F-150 Lightning and KTM SX-E 5 are the perfect match to support families with an active lifestyle and to help keep little rippers, ripping!”
“F-150 Lightning is the perfect partner for the KTM Junior Supercross program. With room for all the family, hauling space for everything racers need and with power on the go, these young athletes will always be race ready,” said Matt Smart, Ford Model e marketing.
First in line will be the 2024 AMA Supercross Championship season-opener in Anaheim, California, on January 6, before going on to line up at the San Diego, Anaheim 2, Detroit, Glendale, Arlington, Indianapolis, St. Louis, Nashville, Denver, and Salt Lake City rounds between January-May. Registrations for the final four rounds currently remain open at https://ktmjrsx.com/.