The desert classic is the oldest, most well known of all desert races. For any driver, completing the Baja 1000 is the single most appealing accomplishment. Team Spectrum captured first place in their class, quickly dismissing any doubt about their future Off-Road success. Welling's accolades are impressive and already he is tearing up the dirt road with his Win-or-die attitude.

"The sportsman class was a great entry level class, now we are moving right into Class-1 and building a brand new, Ilmor Viper car for the 2007 season," Says Welling. His new Class 1 Ilmor V-10 powered car will showcase advanced technology, elite equipment and a professional crew. He is regarded as an expert in several industries and serves as a product design and equipment testing agent for large corporations such as: Mercury and Douglas Marine. He works side by side with engineers to design and implement racing components, which are later introduced to markets for mainstream use.

"Welling is on top of his class with an arsenal demanding serious attention from press, fans and industry leaders. He adds value to corporate partners through his skills as a racer, his market knowledge and winning attitude,” According to Peter Hledin, president of Douglas Marine Corporation. Welling and Hukari are no strangers to developing successful and marketable sports teams. Welling's Offshore team premiered in its class, gracing the cover of newspapers, magazines, cable television and appearing in recent Hollywood blockbusters. This year, Spectrum Off-Road racing will compete in select races and the Baja 1000 for '07. In 2008, the team will compete in a full SCORE International Desert Series.