Simpson’s Hybrid Pro Lite head restraint receives NASCAR approval

Simpson Performance Products today announced that the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) has approved Simpson's Hybrid Pro Lite head restraint device for use in NASCAR's competition series.

The Hybrid Pro Lite is the third Simpson Hybrid to be approved by NASCAR and joins the HANS device in this elite distinction. The Hybrid Pro Lite features Simpson's patented multi-tether technology that allows for a small device, better suited for the tight cockpits of today's race cars. In addition to NASCAR's approval, the Hybrid Pro Lite is also SFI approved and certified by the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA).

Chuck Davies, CEO of Simpson Performance Products stated, "We appreciate the opportunity to continue our longstanding product development relationship with NASCAR. This sharing of technology is invaluable in our mission to make racers safer. We place extreme importance on the testing and research that goes into our safety products."

Both the HANS and Hybrid head restraint brands are owned by Simpson Performance Products, the leading U.S. supplier of racing safety products.

About Simpson Performance Products
Simpson is a portfolio company of Bruckmann, Rosser, Sherrill & Co. ("BRS"). Founded in 1959 and based in New Braunfels, TX, Simpson is the leading provider of critical motorsports safety equipment. Backed by best-in-class technical expertise, the Company has built a loyal following in the motorsports community among both professional and amateur drivers. Simpson's comprehensive selection of advanced safety products includes head and neck restraints, auto racing and motorcycle helmets, racing suits, seat belts, off road vehicle seats, window nets, parachutes, racing gloves and footwear. In addition to the respected Simpson brand, the Company portfolio includes the HANS brand of advanced head and neck restraints and Stilo auto racing helmets.