Northern Tool + Equipment Company
Northern Tool + Equipment introduced the Rat Rod Kart module last year as part of its Tools for the Trades™ program
BURNSVILLE, Minn., June 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On 21st June, Minneapolis Lakeville Public Schools and Lakeville North High School will showcase the rat go-karts they built in class as part of a up-to-date year-long program developed by Northern Tool + Equipment. The go-karts are powered by 740cc NorthStar EFI engines and will be showcased to thousands of automotive enthusiasts at the Minnesota Street Rod Associations Back to the 50s event.
Check two minutes harbinger before the massive reveal!
The students were helped by mentors from the NASCAR legend Richard PettyPetty’s Garage band and founder of Choppers Inc. Billy Lane.
“It’s been really fun watching students over the last eight months create rat go-karts out of nothing,” Lane said. “Watching their skills and confidence grow each month has been a rewarding experience, and I can’t wait to see the last of the karts and drive them around the fairgrounds.”
The Rat Rod Kart Kit is part of the Tools for the Trades™ program from Northern Tool + Equipment. The program aims to spark growing interest in crafts among high school students through donations of tools and equipment to career and technical education programs. The donations will provide instructors with professional tools and equipment to properly teach the craft, as well as enable students to gain career-like experiences.
“Watching kids work on these go-karts with their own hands is what this compilation is all about,” Petty said. “It’s not about winning or losing. The idea is that these students will learn valuable, practical skills that could one day help them find a job in the trades.”
Karts with rats will be presented at 11:00 Polish time on FridayJune 21 at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds during the MSRA’s 50th Anniversary “Back to the ’50s” weekend. Petty, Lane and the Petty’s Garage team, including NASCAR driver Thad Moffitt, will be on hand at the presentation to celebrate the completed karts.
“We know how valuable trades careers are to our communities, and that’s one of the reasons we created Tools for the Trades,” he said Suresh Krishna, CEO of Northern Tool + Equipment. “Most of the students involved in this redevelopment will pursue careers in trade after high school. We are thrilled to have been able to help fuel this fire.”
About Northern Tools and Equipment:
Northern Tool + Equipment is a family-owned business serving both DIY enthusiasts and professionals tackling challenging projects. A leading supplier of over 100,000 high-quality tools and equipment for over 40 years, the company’s highly skilled team has the extensive knowledge to assist customers in person at 140 retail stores, online and over the phone in a fully staffed contact center. From helping customers select the right tool for the job to assisting with parts and repairs that keep their tools performing at peak performance, customer service is at the core of Northern Tool’s mission. Driven by a passion for serving communities and helping fill trade labor shortages, the company’s Tools for the Trades™ program brings high-quality tools directly into classrooms, helping teachers show students the value of working in the trades. Learn more about Northern Tool + Equipment on the website NorthernTool.com and stay in touch via social media: Facebook (@northerntool), Instagram (@northern_tool), TIK TOK (@northerntool), X (Twitter) (@northerntool), Youtube AND Pinterest.
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