5/11/2026
Pro Pulling League
STOP-FYRE® Continues Alliance as Official Fire Extinguisher of IHRA Pro Pulling Series
FAIRFIELD, Ohio — May 11, 2026 — STOP-FYRE®, The World's BEST Fire Extinguisher® continues its collaboration with the IHRA Pro Pulling Series as the Official Fire Extinguisher for 2026.
"STOP-FYRE® products from AKE Safety Equipment are a vital part of our safety response on the Fendt High Stakes Series, Hot Shot's Secret Champions Tour, Hart's Diesel Silver Series, Sancrest Western Series presented by Champion Seed, and AP1 Insurance Midwest Region tracks for 2026," said Johnathan Mears of the IHRA Pro Pulling Series. "Track officials will be able to contain fires quickly and effectively with STOP-FYRE®; thanks to AKE Safety Equipment, we'll continue to have it on-hand as a first-line fire defense in critical situations."
About AKE Safety Equipment and STOP-FYRE®
From their website, www.AKE.com: "AKE Safety Equipment has been in business since 1989. We’ve been around for more than 30 years because our customers’ best interests are always top-of-mind. Our customers chose to do business with us because they prioritize safety and product integrity.
We are the only firefighter owned, operated, and endorsed fire safety company and fire extinguisher manufacturer in the country. We understand the specific challenges involving fire safety and work to tailor solutions to meet specific needs.
We do what we do because we believe that STOP-FYRE® is here for a greater purpose, to help others by keeping them safe from fire. We stand by our word and we’re passionate about serving our customers.
We’re easy to do business with, having earned an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau, we don’t nickel and dime our customers. You’re paying for a premium product, and you get premium people. Every AKE Safety Equipment team member works toward the goals of saving property, livelihoods, and lives."
About IHRA Pro Pulling Series: Entering its 21st season in 2026, the IHRA Pro Pulling Series continues as the world's largest truck and tractor pulling sanctioning body. It features 300 sessions of competition across 20 states through the Hot Shot’s Secret Champions Tour, Warren Diesel Injection Full Pull-USA East regional division, Hart's Diesel Silver Series, Sancrest Western Series presented by Champion Seed, AP1 Insurance Midwest Region, and their member states.
The Pro Pulling League is the only sanctioning body to offer pulling coverage across all broadcast platforms, through its own in-house live stream service (propulling.tv) and Speed Sport 1 — The Motorsports Network, reaching more than 150 million homes.
For the latest news from the IHRA Pro Pulling Series, visit propulling.com and follow on social media: Facebook, X (@propulling) and Instagram (@propullingleague). The YouTube channel (propullingleague) offers exciting truck and tractor pulling action from past events.
About International Hot Rod Association (IHRA): Founded in 1970, IHRA is a major North American drag racing organization. It organizes racing at all levels, from local to professional. The IHRA is now focused on elevating all motorsports, including truck and tractor pulling, and improving the fan experience through collaboration and innovation.
For more information, visit ihra.com or follow @IHRA on social media.
Submitted By: Bryan Lively
