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 …

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, …

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 …

PURFUELS ® E-FREE PREMIUM GAS NOW AVAILABLE IN WEST PALM BEACH FLORIDA

October 8th 2026

October 9, 2026, West Palm Beach, Florida: Hyperfuels is pleased to announce that the OMNI Transload Terminal now has supplies of PurFuels® 93 Octane Premium gasoline available for bulk loading.  The gasoline is EPA compliant for all areas and is street legal. The gasoline uses Isobutanol …

WRC confirms return to U.S. for 2027

October 8th 2026

A landmark 15-round calendar for the 2027 FIA World Rally Championship was confirmed Thursday, following its approval by the FIA World Motor Sport Council, which includes a return to the United States for the first time since 1988.The inclusion of Rally US, scheduled for Aug. 26-29, follows a succes …

Drag Racing Association of Women opens applications for new board members

October 8th 2026

The Drag Racing Association of Women Board of Trustees is currently accepting applications for new DRAW board members, especially those with skills in legal, finance, management, administration, marketing, and public relations.Every year, the DRAW Board of Trustees accepts nominations for six of its …

Rocketman Coatings Details QLC Surface Technology for Lower Friction, Greater Durability and More

October 7th 2026

Rocky and Billy Jordache explain how proprietary ceramic chemistry and “kinetic wave” application technology target friction and wear in racing engines.Rocketman Coatings presented its approach to reducing mechanical friction and protecting performance engine components during EPARTRADE’s Race Indus …

Public memorial service to honor Kyle Busch set for Charlotte fall weekend

October 7th 2026

Charlotte Motor Speedway will host a Celebration of Life for Kyle Busch on Friday, Oct. 9.The ceremony will take place at the start/finish line of the 1.5-mile track in Concord, North Carolina, following the conclusion of the Craftsman Truck Series Chase race presented by Mobil 1 and will be televis …

Arrow McLaren announces multiyear extension with Chevrolet

October 7th 2026

Arrow McLaren announced Oct. 6 a multiyear extension with Chevrolet as its engine manufacturer, reaffirming the organizations’ longstanding technical partnership as the NTT INDYCAR SERIES prepares for its next era of innovation.The extension comes at a pivotal moment for both Arrow McLaren and Chevr …

West Coast Stock Car/Motorsports Hall of Fame celebrates quarter century in Las Vegas

October 6th 2026

Nearly 500 toast induction of 23rd class, awarding of sixth Philanthropist of the Year BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (October 6, 2026) – Nearly 500 inductees, VIPs and guests packed a lavishly decorated Equestrian Center ballroom at the South Point Hotel and Casino on October 1 to welcome the West Coast …

Road America announces 2027 schedule

October 6th 2026

Road America has announced its 2027 season schedule, featuring nine major event weekends at America’s National Park of Speed. The schedule offers something for nearly every motorsport fan, from professional motorcycle and sports car racing to INDYCAR, grassroots competition, and historic racing mach …