FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MOTOR STATE DISTRIBUTING ADDS OTR FILTERS

April 17th 2025

Optimizing engine performance through superior air filtration technology, OTR Filters improve engine efficiency, enhance throttle response, and boost horsepower. Available for a wide range of racing and street performance applications, OTR Filters are designed and produced using advanced technologie …

‘NASCAR: Full Speed’ Season 2 debuts on Netflix next month

April 17th 2025

The second season of the “NASCAR: Full Speed” docuseries will be released May 7 on Netflix.This week, NASCAR and Netflix released a trailer video for the series, which will again focus on the Cup Series postseason, this time from 2024. The series will feature five 45-minute episodes. It follows an i …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW, The Weekly Webinar Series From EPARTRADE

April 17th 2025

Wednesday, April 23 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #539 - "An Introduction to the Latest Technology and Innovations in Life-Saving Products for Racers" by Engineered Safety SystemsFeaturing Legacy Safety Innovator Trevor Ashline, President & Owner, ESS Inc., and Brad Noffsinger. Hosted by Brad Gillie f …

Genesis Hypercar V8 enters second development phase

April 17th 2025

The development of the Genesis Magma Racing GMR-001 Hypercar passed a major milestone back in February, when its WRC-based V8 twin-turbo engine completed a successful first fire-up at Hyundai Motorsport’s headquarters.The process was overseen by Hyundai Motorsport’s head of powertrain, Julien Moncet …

JEGS NHRA SPORTS Nationals renewed, moves to South Georgia Motorsports Park

April 17th 2025

NHRA and JEGS have announced a multiyear extension of one of the biggest events of the year on the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series circuit, the JEGS NHRA SPORTSnationals, as well as an exciting new destination in 2025 for one of the biggest Sportsman races.The 2025 JEGS SPEEDweek doubleheader even …

Next-Level Performance Tech Unveiled: Inside JMS Daytona’s Innovation-Driven Approach

April 16th 2025

In a powerful installment of EPARTRADE’s “Race Industry Now” webinar series, industry veterans Chris Johnson, CEO and Product Designer at JMS Daytona, and Frank Kondas, National Sales Manager, took center stage to unveil the inner workings and advanced capabilities behind JMS Performance Group, Dayt …

NASCAR Foundation Announces Newest Additions to its Board of Directors

April 16th 2025

The NASCAR Foundation announced today that they will add four new members to its Board of Directors, consisting of executives at both NASCAR and Commerce Bank & Trust.The latest additions to The NASCAR Foundation Board include Chelsea Saunders, Senior Director, International Business Operations …

Klutch Sports Group serving as NASCAR’s sales agency to find Xfinity Series entitlement sponsor replacement

April 16th 2025

Klutch Sports Group is deepening its presence in racing with a major new assignment from NASCAR Holdings: Serving as the racing circuit’s exclusive sales agency in finding a fresh title sponsor for the Xfinity Series. The agency run by Rich Paul and partially owned by UTA has been working quietly wi …

You are in! Welcome to this session of RACE INDUSTRY NOW!

April 16th 2025

The Presentation will Start Today at 9:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM EST:Episode #538 - "Next-Level Performance Tech: JMS / Daytona Sensors / Daytona Twin Tec Uncovered" by JMS DaytonaFeaturing Chris Johnson, CEO Product Designer and Frank Kondas, National Sales Manager. Hosted by Jeff Hammond from SiriusXM, …

Participants in EPARTRADE, RACER and SPEED SPORT Webinar Series include:

April 16th 2025

Michael Andretti, CEO & Chairman of Andretti Global; Ross Brawn, winner of 20 F1 World Championships (Ferrari, Williams, Benetton and BrawnGP); Zak Brown,Chief Executive Officer, McLaren Racing; Chip Ganassi, Owner of Chip Ganassi Racing; Rick Hendrick, Owner of Hendrick Motorsports; Jimmie John …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - APRIL 23

April 16th 2025

Wednesday, April 23 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #539 - "An Introduction to the Latest Technology and Innovations in Life-Saving Products for Racers" by Engineered Safety SystemsFeaturing Legacy Safety Innovator Trevor Ashline, President & Owner, ESS Inc., and Brad Noffsinger. Hosted by Brad Gillie f …

New evo-spec Porsche 911 GT3 R set for Spa debut in 24H series

April 15th 2025

A brand new evo-spec Porsche 911 GT3 R is set to make its competitive debut this weekend in a 12-hour race at Circuit Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium.The revised GT3 car from the German marque will be campaigned in the 24H Series’ 12H Spa-Francorchamps by longstanding customer team Herberth Motorsport, …

Jaguar TCS Racing team principal James Barclay to leave company

April 15th 2025

JLR Motorsport managing director and Jaguar TCS Racing team principal James Barclay will leave the company following the conclusion of the current Formula E season, the company announced today.Barclay will depart on August 1, moving to what JLR has described as “an exciting role outside our business …

American Rebel Beer named title sponsor for NHRA 4-Wide Nationals

April 15th 2025

American Rebel Beer has partnered with zMAX Dragway as the entitlement sponsor for the April 25-27 American Rebel Light NHRA 4-Wide Nationals. This year’s American Rebel Light 4-Wide Nationals will showcase the fastest accelerating machines on the planet rocketing down the legendary 1,000-foot …

Stewart earns first NHRA Top Fuel win in Las Vegas

April 14th 2025

Racing legend Tony Stewart picked up his first career NHRA Top Fuel win on Sunday at The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, defeating a quad that included reigning world champion Antron Brown, Jasmine Salinas and Justin Ashley at the 25th annual NHRA 4-Wide Nationals.Austin Prock (Funny Car) and Dal …

IHRA finalizes purchase of National Trail Raceway.

April 14th 2025

The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has finalized the purchase of another first-class drag racing facility with National Trail Raceway.The track located in suburban Columbus, Ohio has a rich history, first opened in 1964, and now a bright future with today’s announcement.National Trail Race …

Motorsports Hall of Fame of America announces 2026 Induction Class

April 14th 2025

The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America (MSHFA) announced its 2026 Induction Class today at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach. The 38th Motorsports Hall of Fame of America Induction Celebration presented by Toyota Gazoo Racing, which will formally usher the Class of 2026 into the MSHFA, will be hel …

Formula E expands Driving Force STEM education program

April 11th 2025

Formula E and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund PIF have expanded their Driving Force educational initiative to bring “hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and sustainability education into local schools” in the U.S, Saudi Arabia and the UK.Driving Force, will engage …

Penske considering financing plan for new IndyCar chassis

April 11th 2025

IndyCar Series teams are bracing for a wave of new-car costs whenever Penske Entertainment and its chassis partners at Dallara introduce the successor for today’s DW12 chassis. With the need to source millions of new-car dollars on top of the yearlong operating costs for the current one, the impendi …

FIA Deputy President for Sport Robert Reid resigns

April 11th 2025

Ructions in the upper echelons of the FIA continue with the resignation of the deputy president for motorsport, Robert Reid.In a robust statement circulated via his social media accounts, Reid said, “After deep reflection, I have made the difficult decision to resign as FIA deputy president for spor …

Sukup Manufacturing to be primary sponsor of IndyCar Iowa Speedway double-header

April 10th 2025

Iowa-based Sukup Manufacturing Company, a large family-owned producer of grain storage, drying, and handling equipment, is the new primary sponsor of the IndyCar Series’ Iowa Speedway doubleheader.Sukup replaces midwestern grocery store chain Hy-Vee as the main supporter of the event, which takes pl …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MOTOR STATE DISTRIBUTING ADDS K&N FILTERS

April 10th 2025

A pioneer in the aftermarket performance and racing industry, K&N Filters feature an innovative air filter design that not only allows repeated reuse, but also offers improved filtration and performance over traditional media filters. With high-flow air filters for thousands of applications, as …

McLaren confirms WEC Hypercar program

April 10th 2025

With a short video clip on social media, McLaren has revealed that it will be joining the FIA World Endurance Championship’s Hypercar ranks in 2027.After years of evaluation and speculation, the brand has finally green-lit a prototype effort, which like Ford’s, is centered around a presence in the W …

Lola Cars extends technical partnership with Yamaha Motor through GEN4

April 10th 2025

The companies will continue working together to develop their 2026/27 powertrain, which will be introduced in Season 13 - with significant advancements in energy efficiency, race performance and safety to follow.The partnership say this continued collaboration provides the perfect platform for Lola …

New owners for Willow Springs

April 10th 2025

Willow Springs, the oldest active road course in the United States, has been purchased from the Huth family by an investment group led by Sam Byrne through CrossHarbor Capital Partners and the renowned Porsche devotees at Singer Vehicle Design.Opened in 1953, the hillside property located an hour no …