PPG Renews Tasca Racing Sponsorship for 2022 Season

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PPG has renewed its sponsorship of the Tasca Racing team for the 2022 NHRA season, featuring the FORD SHELBY MUSTANG Nitro Funny Car. The car will display PPG's livery at races in Epping, New Hampshire, and Mohnton, Pennsylvania. Bob Tasca III will compete in 22 events this season, continuing a partnership that has lasted over 25 years. PPG's products are used in Tasca's collision centers, highlighting a strong business relationship. PPG reported net sales of $16.8 billion in 2021 and operates in more than 75 countries.

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• Renewed sponsorship of Tasca Racing enhances brand visibility in motorsports.
• Collaboration with Tasca supports growth in collision centers across the U.S.

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Team’s FORD SHELBY MUSTANG to feature PPG’s colorful livery in 2 races

STRONGSVILLE, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- PPG (NYSE: PPG) today announced its renewed sponsorship of the Tasca Racing team for the 2022 NATIONAL HOT ROD ASSOCIATION® (NHRA®) season.

PPG has renewed its sponsorship of drag racing’s popular Tasca Racing team for the 2022 NATIONAL HOT ROD ASSOCIATION® season. The team’s FORD® SHELBY® MUSTANG® Nitro Funny Car will display PPG’s colorful livery at the New England Dragway in Epping, New Hampshire, and Maple Grove Raceway in Mohnton, Pennsylvania. (Photo: Business Wire)

Bob Tasca III, Tasca Racing team president and driver, will compete in 22 events across the U.S. in this year’s NHRA Nitro Funny Car division. The team’s FORD® SHELBY® MUSTANG® Nitro Funny Car will display PPG’s colorful livery in the races at the New England Dragway in Epping, New Hampshire, and the Maple Grove Raceway in Mohnton, Pennsylvania.

“We are excited to be sponsoring Tasca Racing for another season,” said Bill Shaw, PPG director, strategic sales, Automotive Refinish. “Our long-time partnership brings two industries together, creating a strong collaboration between our companies. We look forward to continuing our support and sponsorship of Tasca Racing.”

The 11,000-horsepower engine of Tasca Racing’s Mustang can reach 325 miles per hour in seconds, and the car features a high-performance paint design. In his career, Tasca has won 11 national events and earned two divisional victories. He continues to be a top contender and competitor in his division by picking up wins in Las Vegas, Nevada, Atlanta, Georgia, and Pomona, California, in 2021.

“We are thrilled to have PPG renew its commitment for the 2022 season,” said Tasca. “Since day one, there have only been two logos on my race cars – Ford and PPG. PPG supports our racing program and supplies paint to seven Tasca body shops across the country, playing a key partnership role in the growth of our collision centers over the years.”

For more than 25 years, PPG and Tasca have built a strong partnership. The Tasca Automotive Group operates multiple car dealerships, collision centers and service centers that use PPG products. The PPG ENVIROBASE^® High Performance system remains the brand of choice in the company’s collision centers.

To learn more about PPG automotive refinish products, visit www.ppgrefinish.com or call 800-647-6050.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™

At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and materials that our customers have trusted for nearly 140 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 75 countries and reported net sales of $16.8 billion in 2021. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com

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FAQ

What is the significance of PPG's sponsorship renewal with Tasca Racing for 2022?

PPG's sponsorship renewal strengthens its brand visibility in motorsports and showcases its products on the FORD SHELBY MUSTANG Nitro Funny Car.

Where will PPG's branding appear during the 2022 NHRA season?

PPG's branding will appear on the FORD SHELBY MUSTANG Nitro Funny Car at races in Epping, New Hampshire, and Mohnton, Pennsylvania.

How many events will Bob Tasca III compete in during the NHRA 2022 season?

Bob Tasca III will compete in 22 events across the U.S. during the NHRA 2022 season.

How long has PPG been partnered with Tasca Racing?

PPG has maintained a partnership with Tasca Racing for over 25 years.

What are PPG's reported net sales for 2021?

PPG reported net sales of $16.8 billion in 2021.