Rookie points leader Michael Annett heads into ASA's weekend race after strong finish in Odessa

Chicago, IL., May 17, 2006

Rising Star Driver Michael Annett, ASALMS North rookie points leader, heads to Lake Geneva (WI) Raceway with momentum from his 4th place finish at Odessa, (MO). Annett said, “I am excited to get back on track and earn another respectable finish.” RSDD is a program that offers a one-stop, comprehensive training and marketing resource that is unmatched in the industry. He is racing for Lorz Motorsports, a respected team known for excellence in the ASA Series. Annett is sponsored by TMC Transportation, a leader in the flatbed transportation industry, Benson International and Pilot Travel Centers.

Annett, who drives the TMC black and gold #12 Ford Fusion was born and raised in Des Moines, Iowa. Annett began an ice hockey career at the age of six and retired from minor league hockey at the end of the 2004-05 season after playing for two years on a national championship winning team. The Annett family and TMC have a rich heritage in auto racing spanning a period of over thirty years. Always dreaming of a career in motorsports, this accomplished athlete will now apply his winning ways in the pursuit of the 2006 ASA North rookie of the year title. He will also be running a select schedule at South Boston, VA (NASCAR Dodge Weekly Series) for Barry Beggarly’s team.

Kurt Smith, a co-founder of RSDD, said that he has high expectations of Annett and that he is excited that he finished so well in Odessa.

Dan and Mike Lorz, team owners said, “We believe that our love for the sport and our dedication and attention to detail will help Michael be a contender at each race during the upcoming season.”

About RSDD
Rising Star’s was formed to create the most highly trained, marketable and successful race car drivers in the USA and around the world. Their innovative program offers amateur and professional drivers the sort of one-stop comprehensive training and marketing resource that is sure to increase their likelihood of winning on the track. The drivers are hand selected and provided dedicated resources to elevate their status among sponsors, fans and teams – ultimately enabling their transition to professional racing. The founders have 40 years of experience in motorsports and sports marketing.

About TMC
The largest privately-held provider of open-freight transportation in the U.S, TMC was founded in 1972 and provides expert transportation service and supply-chain management solutions throughout the 48 contiguous states. TMC is headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, and is know for its integrity, innovation, superior safety record and unwavering dedication to quality and customer service. TMC’s claim-free, on-time delivery record is the best in the businesses and is consistently recognized by its customers.

About Lorz Motorsports
Lorz Motorsports, based in Midlothian, Illinois, has been competing in ASA since 2001. The team has worked with a number of talented drivers including Dave Mader III, two-time champion Gary St. Amant, Ryan Zeck, Dan Frederickson and Erik Darnell. Lorz Motorsports is an established race team with deep knowledge and talent.

About Benson International
Benson International is an employee-owned manufacturer of class 6, 7, & 8 specialty trailers and bodies that has served the transportation industry for over 40 years with four locations in Mineral Wells, W.Va.; Cadiz, Ky.; Meyersdale, Pa. and Oneida, Tenn. For more information contact Benson International at 877-489-9020, or visit www.bensonintl.com .

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