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 need for speed.
VP announced this week it has now entered into a license agreement with Kustom Yard Ltd., a UK-based licensee and distributor of automotive lifestyle products, for an apparel, accessories and gift and novelty program for the European market.
“The signing of Kustom Yard is the first major expansion of our licensing program beyond the U.S. borders,” said Bob Merz, Director of Brand Management and Licensing at VP. “The sales of VP race fuel and other performance products in Europe and the U.K. are significant and growing rapidly in volume and market share. This licensing expansion effort will support and further advance our sales and market-leader position.”
VP Racing fans can now access licensed apparel in the UK and across Europe with staple logo pieces and motorsports-themed tees and hoodies. The first drop of the collection is now available for purchase at https://kustomyard.com.
“Kustom Yard is delighted to be adding VP Racing Fuels to our growing portfolio of automotive-related licenses and looks forward to working closely with VP Racing and Pacific Swell Brands over the coming years to increase brand visibility and unlock potential growth opportunities on this side of the pond,” said Leigh Wood, CEO, Kustom Yard Distribution.
The licensing agreement was brokered by Pacific Swell Brands, VP Racing’s exclusive licensing agency.