John Kilroy - 2025 PRI Hall of Fame Inductee

February 17th 2026

My Dad, the Hall of FamerWhen I finally attended the Performance Racing Industry Show in December, it felt like I’d made a pilgrimage. I arrived with my mother, sister, and brother—all of whom felt similar. We’d heard about the show in rich and regular detail since 1990 from our late patriarch, John …

PITLab selects VI-grade compact simulator to advance mobility research at Imola Circuit

February 17th 2026

VI-grade has announced that the newly established PITLab – Performance of Innovative Mobility Test Laboratory, located at Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari – has selected its Compact simulator to support research in sustainable and safe mobility.PITLab is a joint research initiative betwe …

Bf1systems launches pocket-size instant TPMS diagnostic tool

February 17th 2026

Bf1systems has launched 1System QuickScan, a pocket-size diagnostic tool designed to give engineers and technicians immediate access to critical tire pressure monitoring system sensor data. The solution has been developed to support the high-pressure reality of motorsport operations.Instant insight1 …

Foyt and Penske to continue technical alliance

February 17th 2026

The technical alliance between AJ Foyt Racing and Team Penske is set to continue through 2026 and 2027. Leaders from both teams confirmed the extension in calls on Monday with RACER.The partnership between IndyCar’s oldest team and IndyCar’s most successful team began towards the end of the 2023 cha …

IndyCar to mandate two stints on alternate tires for street races

February 17th 2026

The IndyCar Series is turning something it trialed in 2025 into a formal change this season where drivers will be required to use Firestone’s faster alternate tire compound two times in each of the six street races.RACER has learned teams were recently made aware of the series’ intent to require dou …

Suspension Brand Hellwig Products Celebrates 80th Anniversary In 2026

February 16th 2026

Hellwig Products, a manufacturer of towing, hauling and performance suspension products, is celebrating its 80th anniversary in 2026. The milestone achievement also comes alongside fourth-generation CEO Melanie Hellwig-White’s first year as SEMA chairperson.Hellwig will mark its 80th anniversary wit …

NHRA, FOX Sports announce 2026 NHRA TV schedule

February 16th 2026

Coming off a standout season that included the most-watched race in NHRA history, NHRA officials and FOX Sports released the television schedule for the upcoming 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, a year that also celebrates NHRA’s 75th Anniversary.All 20 races, along with the Right …

NASCAR names POET Official Bioethanol Partner, becomes first major motorsports series to utilize zer

February 16th 2026

NASCAR today announced a landmark partnership with POET, the world’s largest producer of biofuels, naming the company the Official Bioethanol Partner of NASCAR. As part of the agreement, NASCAR will become the first major motorsports series to utilize zero-carbon bioethanol in combination with its e …

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 …