BILSTEIN Continues Support of American Off-Road Racing Championship with $48,000 UTV Contingency Program
BILSTEIN is proud to support racers competing in the 2026 American Off-Road Racing Championship (AORC) with a total of $48,000 in contingency payouts across four premier desert racing events this season. With three rounds already completed, racers still have two opportunities remaining to earn contingency payouts at the legendary Vegas to Reno and Laughlin Desert Classic.
The contingency program awards $3,000 to the winner of each of the following UTV classes at every eligible event:
- UTV Pro Stock
- UTV Stock Modified
- UTV Stock
- UTV Sportsman
“BILSTEIN has a long history in off-road racing, and we’re excited to continue supporting grassroots and professional UTV racers through AORC contingency,” said Chelsea Leap, Marketing Manager at BILSTEIN. “Our Black Hawk UTV shocks were developed and tested in the harshest racing environments, and this program is another way we’re investing back into the racers who trust our products.”
To qualify for contingency, racers must:
- Run BILSTEIN Black Hawk UTV shocks for the entire race
- Display two 10-inch BILSTEIN decals (left and right side of vehicle)
- Avoid displaying competing suspension brand logos
- Compete in a class with a minimum of three entries
- Register for contingency through AORC and confirm eligibility
Engineered specifically to meet the demands of off-road racing, BILSTEIN Black Hawk Powersports shocks are designed to give drivers more confidence, control and comfort in rough terrain. Developed from BILSTEIN’s extensive motorsports experience, the Black Hawk line helps improve vehicle stability and handling while delivering reliable performance through long race weekends and ongoing challenging conditions.
In addition to contingency support, BILSTEIN continues to provide racers with access to in-house shock service and technical support to help keep vehicles race-ready throughout the season. From routine rebuilds and tuning to race prep and maintenance, BILSTEIN’s factory-trained technicians deliver the same level of expertise trusted throughout professional off-road motorsports. Racers can learn more about BILSTEIN’s in-house shock service program through the BILSTEIN Motorsports Service Page.
Racers looking to upgrade or purchase BILSTEIN Black Hawk UTV shocks can contact factorydirect@bilsteinUS.com or visit BILSTEIN Motorsports for additional product and service information.