Red Bull Ford Powertrains reveals how metrology partner Hexagon helped shape its first F1 powertrain

February 13th 2026

Red Bull Ford Powertrains has revealed how advanced measurement technologies from metrology partner Hexagon have been integral to the development of its first F1 powertrain.The super-high-performance powertrain has been built to meet the new demanding 2026 F1 regulations for smaller, lighter, more n …

Tokyo E-Prix doubleheader set for night race format

February 13th 2026

Formula E has announced that this year's Tokyo E-Prix will feature a pair of night races.The Tokyo E-Prix – which takes place on the streets around the Tokyo Big Sight convention center on the Tokyo Bay waterfront July 23-26 – was the first organized professional street racing event to take place in …

Alpine withdrawing from WEC Hypercar at season’s end

February 13th 2026

Alpine has confirmed it will withdraw from the FIA World Endurance Championship's Hypercar class after the 2026 season. The news comes amid a change in motorsport strategy from the French brand, which will see it focus solely on Formula 1 going forward.“We have had to take hard decisions to protect …

Chevrolet, Honda make multiyear commitment to IndyCar

February 13th 2026

INDYCAR today announced a multiyear commitment from Chevrolet and Honda to continue as official Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) of INDYCAR and the NTT INDYCAR SERIES. Each OEM agreement will commence in 2027 and run for multiple years, reflecting the upward trajectory of the sport and new in …

KEY PARTNERS CONTINUE SUPPORT OF ELITE MOTORSPORTS IN 2026

February 12th 2026

As Elite Motorsports continues to solidify its standing as the largest professional team in the Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing Series, the organization has stayed dedicated to maintaining and building relationships with its longtime partners. Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage, the very best in cust …

Turn 14 Distribution Announces 2025 Supplier Award Winners

February 12th 2026

Turn 14 Distribution honors partners Vossen Wheels, QA1, and Competition Clutch with its Supplier Awards, recognizing exceptional collaboration through 2025. Turn 14 Distribution, a leading wholesale distributor of automotive and powersports aftermarket parts, announced the recipients of its 2025 Su …

Porsche Formula E Gen4 race car moves forward

February 12th 2026

Porsche Motorsport has provided an update on development of its next Formula E race car, which has been undergoing testing since November 2025.The new all-electric single-seater Gen4 Porsche complies with the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship’s fourth-generation vehicle regulations and features u …

Thwaits joins Racing America as Chief Operating Officer

February 12th 2026

Racing America announced that Ken Thwaits has been named Chief Operating Officer, succeeding the late Michael Printup. In his new role, Thwaits will oversee all race series operations across Racing America’s portfolio, including the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli, Sportscar Vintage Racing Asso …

Interstate Batteries to become title sponsor of High Limit Racing

February 12th 2026

After dipping its toes into the sprint car waters the last two seasons by sponsoring drivers McKenna Haase, Christopher Bell and Daryn Pittman in a handful of High Limit Racing events, Interstate Batteries has gone all in on the national sprint car scene by becoming the title sponsor of the elite 41 …

USAC national racing to be available on MyRacePass for 2026 season

February 11th 2026

USAC national racing will be available on MyRacePass for the entirety of the 2026 season.That includes the full seasons for the USAC Silver Crown, AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship and NOS Energy Drink Midget National Championship, which can be downloaded on the MyRaceApp.“All of us at MyRaceP …

Kumho Tires announces return to off-road racing

February 11th 2026

Kumho Tire US has returned to off-road racing, supporting three drivers in the annual extreme off-road race in Johnson Valley, California. Stephen ‘Woody’ Rose Jr. (#22), Eric Wikle (#406) and Mark Duval (#4810) tested the Kumho Road Venture MT71 mud-terrain tires on February 6 over challenging terr …

Wally Parks 75th Anniversary Appreciation Fund part of $27 million 2026 payout

February 11th 2026

NHRA has announced the introduction of the Wally Parks 75th Anniversary Appreciation Fund for 2026’s milestone season, a special initiative that will pay out $500,000 over the course of the celebratory year and recognize teams in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series who continue to carry forwar …

Trans Am Series unveils 2026 TA Cup National Championship schedule

February 11th 2026

The Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli will add a TA Cup National Championship title for Trans Am’s 60th anniversary season. The 2026 TA Cup National Championship schedule features a five-track, six-race lineup that will showcase the class at some of North America’s most iconic road courses. The s …

Dixon, Dallara to be inducted into Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum Hall of Fame

February 11th 2026

TThe Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum has announced Scott Dixon and Giampaolo Dallara as the two inductees for the Class of 2026. They will be formally celebrated at the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner on Thursday, May 21 at the Indiana Roof Ballroom in downtown Indianapolis.  …

NASCAR, Mack Trucks reach multiyear extension

February 10th 2026

Mack Trucks and NASCAR® today announced a multiyear extension of their partnership, continuing the designation of Mack as the “Official Hauler of NASCAR.” As part of the expanded agreement, NASCAR has added 11 all-new Mack Pioneer™ 76-inch High-Roof Sleeper models to its fleet, with the trucks makin …

Dunlop extends MXGP official tire partnership in multi-year deal

February 10th 2026

Dunlop Motorcycle Europe and Infront Moto Racing have extended their partnership, with Dunlop continuing as an official tire partner of the FIM Motocross World Championship (MXGP) under a new multi-year agreement.Dunlop’s extension follows its most successful MXGP season, with Kawasaki Racing Team’s …

Motorsport Technology Expo to Launch in the UK This September

February 9th 2026

Motorsport Technology Expo will launch in the UK this September, introducing a new industry-led exhibition and conference dedicated to the technologies and engineering solutions shaping the future of motorsport and performance automotive markets. Taking place on 15–16 September 2026 at the Farn …

Schedules set for Dash 4 Cash, Triple Truck Challenge in 2026

February 9th 2026

NASCAR officials announced Thursday that two incentive programs would return, solidifying the dates and tracks for the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Dash 4 Cash and the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Triple Truck Challenge in 2026.Both initiatives offer qualified drivers the opportunity to receiv …

NASCAR Channel and FloSports to simulcast 16 races live

February 9th 2026

NASCAR and FloSports today announced an expanded slate of racing events that will bring FloRacing coverage livethroughout the 2026 season to the NASCAR Channel, further expanding the reach of short-track racing across North America.The 2026 simulcast schedule includes:Friday, February 6 – World Seri …

Swindon Powertrain appointed official engine partner for Walkinshaw TWG Racing

February 9th 2026

Swindon Powertrain has been appointed official engine partner to Walkinshaw TWG Racing, the homologation team for Toyota’s entry into the 2026 Repco Supercars Championship, signifying the next step in the partnership. The company is developing and supplying key components for the GEN3 Toyota GR Supr …

IMSA Rolex 24 sets attendance record, viewership soars

February 9th 2026

The sight of more fans on the ground for the 64th running of IMSA’s Rolex 24 At Daytona than any of its 63 previous runnings was matched by multiple records being set by the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship across its social channels during the Jan. 22-25 event.With the final numbers tallied by IM …

BAXTER PERFORMANCE ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF “EVAC-U-FILTER” OIL FILTER EVACUATION ADAPTER

February 6th 2026

Baxter Performance, the leading manufacturer of Cartridge to Spin-On Oil Filter Adapters for the automotive and truck market, is proud to unveil its latest innovation: the Patent Pending “EVAC-U-FILTER” Oil Filter Evacuation Adapter. Designed for engines using spin-on oil filters, including cars, tr …

Intercomp Extends Partnership with ARCA Menards Series for 2026 and Beyond

February 6th 2026

Intercomp Racing, the leader in precision measurement solutions and wireless scale systems for all forms of motorsports, proudly announces the extension of its longstanding partnership with the ARCA Menards Series through the 2028 Season.  The agreement continues Intercomp’s role as the Officia …

Caterham and Motul unite to power road and race cars

February 6th 2026

Caterham and Motul have announced the renewal of their partnership, bringing together Caterham’s lightweight sportscar expertise and Motul’s long-standing know-how in high-performance lubrication, built on more than 170 years of experience.The long-term agreement means that every new Caterham Seven …

Ed Iskenderian, beloved "Camfather" of hot rodding, passes away at 104

February 5th 2026

Ed Iskenderian, the enduring and beloved “Camfather” of hot rodding, passed away Feb. 4. He was 104.Iskenderian was born July 10, 1921, in Cutler, in Central California, and was insatiably curious about mechanics and technology. His first job was repairing vacuum tube radios. According to NHRA histo …