NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour reveals 15-race schedule for 2027 season

October 16th 2026

NASCAR today unveiled the 2027 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour schedule, a 15-race slate that brings together the traditions that define Modified racing while creating new moments for competitors and fans alike.Building off the foundation set in 2026, the 2027 schedule is highlighted by Thompson Speedwa …

Michelin introduces new Hypercar/GTP rain tire

October 16th 2026

Michelin is debuting a brand-new rain tire for the FIA WEC Hypercar field at this weekend’s 6 Hours of Barcelona.The new compound, which has been available for teams to use in private testing since August, contains 57 percent renewable/recycled materials and completes the rollout of the French manuf …

Joint IMSA/SRO BoP Daytona test canceled

October 16th 2026

IMSA and the SRO have announced that they will not proceed with a joint Balance of Performance test that was due to take place Dec. 12-13, at the end of IMSA's regular sanctioned off-season test at Daytona International Speedway.The test was aimed at gathering data for GT3 cars ahead of the Rolex 24 …

Dallara begins IR-28 IndyCar production run

October 16th 2026

Dallara has started production on the Dallara IR-28 chassis that will supersede the current DW12 race car after the following IndyCar season.Satisfied with the performance and robustness of the major component that forms its new 2028 car, RACER has learned the Italian race car constructor’s producti …

Long Beach gets Historic F1 Challenge doubleheader

October 15th 2026

The unmistakable roar of Formula 1 engines will once again echo through the streets of Long Beach as the legendary machines of the 1970s and ’80s return to the iconic seaside circuit for the Historic Formula 1 Challenge at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, April 16-18, 2027.The historic F1 machine …

NASCAR to allow Cup teams to replace front brake pads, rotors after practice, qualifying

October 15th 2026

NASCAR announced Wednesday that officials will allow Cup Series teams to replace front brake pads and rotors after practice and qualifying beginning at Phoenix Raceway this weekend.The updated procedure comes a month after World Wide Technology Raceway — a flat, heavy-braking oval similar to Phoenix …

COMEC Takes Engine Builders Inside the Technology Behind Precision Boring and Surfacing

October 14th 2026

On EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now, COMEC demonstrates automated bore location, programmable machining cycles and laser surface scanning while opening the doors to its Italian manufacturing operation.Precision engine machining depends on more than the cutting tool contacting the workpiece. Machine con …

Moonshiners & Racers Reunion Returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway

October 14th 2026

The seventh annual Moonshiners & Racers Reunion returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway on Saturday, Oct. 17, bringing more than 100 racing pioneers, drivers, crew members, car owners and moonshine-running legends together as part of the speedway’s grassroots racing Saturday Tripleheader.Presented …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW Season 7 – Weekly Webinar & Podcast by EPARTRADE

October 14th 2026

Wednesday, October 21 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #642 - "Carburetors Are Here to Stay: Technology, Tuning & Horsepower" by GET'M PerformanceFeaturing Trevor Wiggins, Owner, GET’M Performance. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UPWednesday, …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - OCTOBER 21

October 14th 2026

Wednesday, October 21 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #642 - "Carburetors Are Here to Stay: Technology, Tuning & Horsepower" by GET'M PerformanceFeaturing Trevor Wiggins, Owner, GET’M Performance. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UPPast Speak …

Comsol named Formula E multiphysics partner

October 14th 2026

ABB FIA’s Formula E World Championship has appointed Comsol, a specialist in multiphysics simulation and computer-aided engineering (CAE) software, as its official multiphysics partner in a multiyear deal that will see Formula E and Comsol engineers use Comsol Multiphysics to investigate complex tec …

WEC announces Barcelona charity run to raise funds for Wildfire Prevention

October 14th 2026

FIA WEC will host its first race in the Catalan capital this weekend (17-18 October), and before competitors go wheel-to-wheel on Sunday, fans, families and members of the paddock are encouraged to put their best foot forward on Saturday, by running or walking 5km around the famous Circuit de Barcel …

Porsche strengthens Manthey Racing partnership with increased stake

October 14th 2026

Porsche is aiming to expand its high-performance vehicle business and individualization offering by increasing its stake in Manthey Racing to 67% as part of its Sportwagenschmiede 2035 strategy.Under the term ‘Home of Sports Cars’, Porsche will bundle its activities across three areas: Performance ( …

2027 ARCA Menards Series schedule to feature 20 races at 19 tracks

October 14th 2026

The ARCA Menards Series has released the schedule for its historic 75th season in 2027, opening at Daytona International Speedway in February and closing at Kansas Speedway for the second consecutive year in October.The 20-race slate will begin, as it has every season since 1987, with the 63rd annua …

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October 14th 2026

The Presentation will Start Today at 9:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM EST:Episode #641 - "The Machines That Make The Machines" by ComecFeaturing Enrico Carniel, CEO, Comec Italy; Ben Boor, US Sales Manager, Comec US; and Anthony Usher, President, MEC CNC. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shif …

F1 to return to Africa Rwanda Grand Prix

October 14th 2026

Formula 1 has confirmed an African Grand Prix will join the calendar at a purpose-built track in Rwanda, the first race on the continent in over 35 years.The exact date of the first race is not yet finalized, with the Bugesera venue – just outside Kigali – yet to be constructed, but a 10-year contra …

Participants in the EPARTRADE Webinar Series Include:

October 14th 2026

Zak Brown,Chief Executive Officer, McLaren Racing; Chip Ganassi, Owner of Chip Ganassi Racing; Rick Hendrick, Owner of Hendrick Motorsports; Jimmie Johnson, 7-Time NASCAR Cup Series Champion and Co-owner of Legacy Motor Club; Adrian Newey, Chief Technical Officer of Red Bull Racing; Roger Penske, Fo …

Mazak appoints Suzette Mendez as Midwest Region General Manager

October 13th 2026

Mazak has appointed Suzette Mendez as General Manager for its Midwest Region. With more than 20 years of leadership experience in the CNC machine tool industry, Mendez brings to Mazak a proven track record of driving revenue growth, developing sales channels, building strategic customer relationship …

Ford evaluating IndyCar's next-gen engine

October 13th 2026

Ford Racing boss Mark Rushbrook says the Blue Oval is evaluating the IndyCar Series’ next-generation engine formula which launches in 2028 with larger 2.4-liter twin-turbo V6 hybrid motors.Ford’s in-state rival Chevrolet has been involved with IndyCar engine supply since 2012 when the current 2.2-li …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - OCTOBER 14

October 12th 2026

Wednesday, October 14 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #641 - "The Machines That Make The Machines" by ComecFeaturing Enrico Carniel,CEO, Comec Italy; and Ben Boor, US Sales Manager. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UPPast Speakers include:Zak Bro …

Red Bull to become title sponsor of MotoGP’s Australian Grand Prix

October 12th 2026

MotoGP is delighted to announce a new multi-year agreement with Red Bull, which will see the iconic global brand become title sponsor of the Australian Grand Prix as the championship begins an exciting new era in Adelaide from 2027.The inaugural city centre race will take place from 12-14 November 2 …

Spears CARS Tour West Aligns with ASA and CRA Tours Under Single Sanctioning Body

October 12th 2026

The long-term future of asphalt short-track racing is entering a new era. Today, Spears CARS Tour West, co-owned by Kevin Harvick and Tim Huddleston, and Marty Melo’s MDM Promotions announced a landmark alignment that will bring the American Speed Association (ASA), the Championship Racing Associati …

Docuseries takes viewers behind the scenes of award-winning vehicle builds

October 12th 2026

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) and RACER Network will take automotive enthusiasts behind the scenes of four extraordinary vehicle builds in 'SEMA Battle of the Builders' Presented by Mothers, a new four-part docuseries premiering Wednesday October 7 at 10:30 p.m. ET/PT on RACER Ne …

IndyCar IR-28 to test at Sebring next week

October 9th 2026

Testing of the new IR-28 chassis that will be introduced into the NTT INDYCAR SERIES at the start of the 2028 season will continue next week, with laps turned outside of Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the first time.Five-time and reigning NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion Alex Palou of Chip Ganassi Racin …

Team Penske confirms Chevy IndyCar extension

October 9th 2026

Team Chevy’s week of IndyCar Series supply extension confirmations continues with Team Penske.“Chevrolet has been a terrific partner for our IndyCar Series team, both on and off the track,” said Roger Penske. “While winning on the track is certainly important, Team Penske’s partnership with Chevrole …