Stars of Tomorrow ICC Saturday results upheld; Martin fined BUTTONWILLOW, CA - The appeal submitted by Trackmagic Racing Karts after Kyle Martin's disqualification from Saturday's Stars of Tomorrow ICC main event was denied and the results are now official. Martin's exhaust silencer became dislodged as a result of another competitor contacting his kart from behind. The resulting condition was deemed as being outside of Stars regulations. The appeal was reviewed by a three person board of experienced kart racing individuals not directly connected with the fundamental issues surrounding the incident. Martin was also fined $500 by Stars of Tomorrow for purposefully ignoring the black flag issued to him as a result of the mechanical condition of his kart. Stars has given Martin the option of donating the fine to the charity of his choice. "It is imperative that Stars enforce its rules fairly and consistently," said Stars Operations Director Paul Zalud. "Kyle is a great competitor and asset to the series. He was running very well this weekend and we can understand his reluctance to give up the fight for a condition that was essentially caused by another competitor. Nevertheless, we were compelled to enforce our regulations and he was expected to heed them. "We cannot tolerate any deliberate disregard for our rules, most especially those coming from the race director during an event. We expect all competitors to take notice that Stars will react swiftly and strongly to any infractions in these areas. "The Trackmagic team, including Kyle, Eric Johnson, and George Barros were utterly professional in response to this issue. We appreciate their cooperation and look forward to many great races in the future." The Champ Car 'Stars of Tomorrow' presented by RACER karting series is the official first level in CART's driver development system and an officially sanctioned series of WKA/SCCA Pro Racing. Founded by racing star Bryan Herta and now owned in conjunction with a group of racing veterans, including three-time CART champion and Indy 500 winner Bobby Rahal, the Stars of Tomorrow serves as the first step for the CART driver development ladder. Stars focuses on recognizing the skills of the drivers rather than the technology development within the machines, using FIA/CIK International standards. More information can be found at www.cartstars.com. Snap-on Incorporated is a leading global developer, manufacturer and marketer of tool and equipment solutions for professional tool users. Product lines include hand tools, power tools, automotive diagnostics and shop equipment, tool storage products, automotive diagnostics software and other solutions for the transportation service, industrial, government, education, agricultural, and other commercial applications, including construction and electrical. Products are sold through its franchise dealer van, company direct sales and distributor and Internet channels. Founded in 1920, Snap-on is a $2+ billion, S&P 500 company headquartered in Kenosha, Wisconsin and employs approximately 14,000 worldwide. More information can be found at www.snap-on.com.