By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter VP Racing Fuels and its exclusive licensing agency Pacific Swell Brands have secured several new licensees for the motorsports brands' merchandising program. VP Racing is a manufacturing company known for creating high-performance fuel for land, water and air-based motorsports vehicles. In addition to its professional racing products, VP … [Read more...] about Pacific Swell Secures Multiple Licensees for VP Racing Fuels
Automotive/Motor Vehicle
MINI USA and ICECREAM Collection Aims at Saving Polar Bears
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The quintissentially British car brand MINI is working with the streetwear brand ICECREAM on a new collection focused on its new MINI SE Electric car. The partners are also dedicating proceeds from sales of the collection to Polar Bears International, and their education and outreach efforts dedicated to informing, inspiring, and providing … [Read more...] about MINI USA and ICECREAM Collection Aims at Saving Polar Bears
Speed Society Releases Streetwear Collection with VP Racing
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter VP Racing Fuels and Speed Society are releasing a licensed streetwear collection called The Racing Class. The licensing agreement between the two company's was brokered by Pacific Swell Brands, the exclusive licensing agent of VP Racing. Pacific Swell is a boutique licensing agency that is known for extending brands into new consumer … [Read more...] about Speed Society Releases Streetwear Collection with VP Racing
Automotive Licensing: VP Racing Revs Up European Licensing Program With Kustom Yard
VP Racing Fuels added some horsepower to its licensing efforts in Europe, signing a deal with apparel company Kustom Yard. VP Racing Fuels is a global leader in performance fuels, lubricants, and additives, and has successfully licensed its brand in several lifestyle categories. Its Mad Scientist brand (seen in photo at top) has become a well-known image for those who feel the … [Read more...] about Automotive Licensing: VP Racing Revs Up European Licensing Program With Kustom Yard
Licensing Mergers: IMG Acquires Auction and Live Events Company
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The licensing and brand giant IMG has acquired a majority stake in the collector car auction and live events company Barrett-Jackson. Barrett-Jackson’s events and high-energy auctions are known to attract many auto collectors, fans and celebrities, as well as millions of TV viewers. Its flagship Scottsdale event, founded in 1971, auctions … [Read more...] about Licensing Mergers: IMG Acquires Auction and Live Events Company
Watchmaker Depancel Posts Fast Times, With Motul Inspired Watch
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The racing and automotive brand Motul has launched a new luxury watch, in partnership with car-crazy watchmaker Depancel. Motul and Depancel are both companies that are connected to ... and some would say obsessed with ... the world of car brands and auto racing. To mark their signature interest, the two companies have now released a new … [Read more...] about Watchmaker Depancel Posts Fast Times, With Motul Inspired Watch
Game Licensing: James Bond’s Aston Martin to Race in Rocket League
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter The video game developer Psyonix has partnered with Metro Goldwyn Mayer and Aston Martin for the 60th anniversary of James Bond: 007. The collaboration between the three companies centers around licensed James Bond-themed content for Psyonix's popular video game, Rocket League. Originally founded in 1924, Metro Goldwyn Mayer is the owner of … [Read more...] about Game Licensing: James Bond’s Aston Martin to Race in Rocket League
Motorsports Licensing: Monster Jam Launches Monster Truck Animated Series
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Feld Entertainment has announced its new licensed animation project, Monster Jam Adventures: Animated Shorts, which will air on YouTube. Feld Entertainment is a global producer and presenter of live touring family entertainment experiences. Across its brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 75 … [Read more...] about Motorsports Licensing: Monster Jam Launches Monster Truck Animated Series
CAA Adds Some Vroom to McLaren’s Global Licensing Program
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter CAA Brand Management has been appointed by luxury car manufacturer, McLaren Automotive, to support its global consumer product licensing and brand extension program. Under the terms of the multi-year agreement, CAA Brand Management will assist McLaren in extending its consumer products programs into new territories, with a primary focus on … [Read more...] about CAA Adds Some Vroom to McLaren’s Global Licensing Program
Flybar, Inc. Announces New Licensing Deal with Hoonigan Industries
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Flybar, Inc. has announced a licensing agreement with Hoonigan Industries to produce a line of automotive toys and outdoor products. The upcoming consumer products line will include radio control vehicles, ride-ons, and playsets. The first collection is being released to all channels of wholesale distribution and is set to hit stores in … [Read more...] about Flybar, Inc. Announces New Licensing Deal with Hoonigan Industries