Velocity Powerboats Acquires Checkmate
By Gregg Mansfield
Florida-based Velocity Powerboats has acquired Checkmate Powerboats, continuing production of the storied performance-boat brand.
Velocity owner Scott McCormick and Checkmate owner Pete Caldwell...
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Away from the car and boat traffic of downtown Miami, Mercury Racing...
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MYCO Trailers to Offer BulletProof Hitches
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As the towing capabilities of pickup trucks...
Formula Unwraps 457 Center Console Sport
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