IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 5, 2006 - The Motorcycle Industry Council announced today that Mr. Fred Fox, Chairman of Parts Unlimited/Drag Specialties, has announced that he will not accept the nomination for another term on the MIC Board of Directors for 2007. Fred served on the MIC Board for the past thirteen years, the longest tenure for an aftermarket/allied trades Board member.

The MIC sincerely thanks Fred for the leadership he has provided to the association, including his dedication to strengthening the MIC's aftermarket membership and his contributions to the MIC's Discover Today's Motorcycling media relations efforts.

"I've really enjoyed my thirteen years of service to the industry in this capacity," said Fox. "I'm especially proud of the formation of the American V-Twin Committee and its work with the EPA in securing the future of the smaller volume independent motorcycle manufacturers. I look forward to continuing to support the important work of the MIC."

Fred's decision to step off the Board, effective in February 2007, was made this month to encourage other industry leaders to invest their time in the association's efforts to promote and preserve the motorcycle industry. The MIC 2007 Board of Directors election process begins this month with nominations being accepted for three open aftermarket/allied trades Director positions.

The MIC Board of Directors will recognize Fred for his service to the industry next February at the 2007 MIC Annual Meeting in Indianapolis.