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Aaron Lambert
Post by Aaron Lambert
February 18, 2026

Reading, PA – November 4, 2020 – Charlie McKinney has joined Penske Racing Shocks (PRS), the world leader in suspension technology, as a suspension dynamometer technician.

Based out of their North Carolina office, McKinney’s responsibilities will include service and technical assistance to PRS S-Link and Roehrig dyno users. Virtual support will also be available through the use of TeamViewer software.

McKinney brings an immense amount of knowledge to PRS. With over 25 years of experience in the dyno field, he is no stranger to providing quick, accurate, and friendly technical support and service to the motorsport industry.

Penske Racing Shocks General Manager, Aaron Lambert, stated, “Charlie is known around the globe for his technical support on damper test machines. He is a great addition to our team and adds a tremendous amount of value to our company. Without a doubt, he is integral in our commitment to maintaining the highest level of support for our customers.”

To learn more about Penske Racing Shocks’ latest developments in the shock dyno market, please visit https://www.penskeshocks.com/parts/dyno/.

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For additional information, please contact:

Penske Racing Shocks
150 Franklin Street
Reading, PA 19602
(610) 375-6180
www.penskeshocks.com

Penske Racing Shocks has been providing custom-built, high-performance shock absorbers to all forms of racing for over 25 years. Their products have won many races and national championships in multiple racing series, including Formula One, NASCAR, IRL, GARRS, DIRT, NHRA, AMA.

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Aaron Lambert
Post by Aaron Lambert
February 18, 2026
After completing high school, Aaron joined Penske Racing Shocks in 2000 as a damper technician. Since then, Aaron served in multiple management and technical rolls in the company and oversaw all major sales markets including Short Track, NASCAR, Sports Car, and IndyCar. He spearheaded the company’s successful return to the Late Model market as well as the new S-link shock dyno product line. In addition, Aaron handles all dealer relationships and has been a driving force behind Penske Racing Shocks’ long term in-house manufacturing strategy . Aaron was promoted to General Manager in 2019, a position he currently holds.