Schneider Electric becomes McLaren Racing energy technology partner

February 4th 2026

McLaren Racing has announced Schneider Electric as its official energy technology partner, supporting the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 team, the Arrow McLaren IndyCar team, McLaren F1 Academy, as well as the McLaren United Autosports WEC Hypercar team.Schneider and McLaren Racing will develop and de …

SRO expands GT Academy driver development program

February 4th 2026

SRO GT Academy will expand its development program this season by providing six drivers from as many different series with career-advancement opportunities for 2027.Open to FIA Silver-graded drivers under the age of 30, the Academy will take a holistic approach to encouraging new talent. This year's …

Charlotte Motor Speedway fall weekend returns to oval layout in 2026

February 4th 2026

For the first time since 2017, NASCAR’s fall weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway will return to the oval in 2026.Speedway Motorsports CEO Marcus Smith confirmed Tuesday on the “Dale Jr. Download” podcast that the classic 1.5-mile oval will host the NASCAR Cup Series, O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and C …

Motorcycle Drag Racer Dystany Spurlock Aims for Historic NASCAR ARCA Series Bid

February 4th 2026

Professional motorcycle drag racer Dystany Spurlock is beginning the journey to fulfill a lifelong dream of racing in NASCAR’s Cup Series, taking the first steps on that path as she prepares to compete in the ARCA Menards Series during the 2026 season. Instead of a one-time debut, Spurlock will …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW, The Weekly Webinar Series From EPARTRADE

February 3rd 2026

The next season of Race Industry Now, the weekly webinar series from EPARTRADE, will premiere in March 2026.To watch past episodes, please scroll down and click on the "Watch Recording" links. To search through the entire library, please CLICK HERE To look at the list of industry speakers, …

The 7th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK will be held Nov. 30 – Dec. 3, 2026

February 3rd 2026

Join EPARTRADE and RACER for four days of LIVE webinars with the world’s top race industry leaders, sanctioning bodies, and promoters—packed with insights, strategies, and trends you won’t want to miss!No charge to attend.  CLICK HERE TO REGISTERPast Speakers include Michael Andretti, Ross Braw …

Gibson hits mileage milestone with GK428 engine

February 3rd 2026

Gibson Technology has clocked up 6,000,000km with its GK428 engine. The milestone for the GK428, launched in 2017, was achieved at the Rolex 24 at Daytona International Speedway in Florida, where Gibson powered 13 cars in the LMP2 class.The GK428 is a 4.2-liter engine currently supplied to all the L …

SCCA National Championship Runoffs to Return to Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta in 2027

February 3rd 2026

The Sports Car Club of America™ National Championship Runoffs® – the pinnacle of amateur road racing in the United States – will be hosted at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta in Braselton, GA, for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. This decision marks an exciting new chapter for one of motorsport’s most iconic …

IHRA Appoints Bob Teague as Chief Referee and Gary Stray as Technical Director for Offshore Powerboa

February 3rd 2026

The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the appointment of Bob Teague as Chief Referee and Gary Stray as Technical Director for the IHRA Offshore Powerboat Series, strengthening race operations and technical oversight as the organization continues building a professional, and un …

IndyCar announces Freedom 250 GP of Washington, D.C. as 18th race in 2026

February 2nd 2026

The IndyCar Series has expanded its 17-race calendar for 2026 to include a brand-new street race around Washington, D.C. as part of the country’s 250th birthday celebrations.The Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington D.C. was formalized with “an executive order signed today by President Donald J. Trum …

IHRA Pro Stock to Replace Factory Stock Showdown (F.S.S.) Beginning in 2026

February 2nd 2026

The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) announced today that IHRA Pro Stock will officially replace the Factory Stock Showdown (F.S.S.) category beginning with the 2026 season. The IHRA Pro Stock class will feature factory-built, supercharged platforms, including the Chevrolet COPO Camaro, Dodg …

RACE INDUSTRY WEEK 2025 was Spectacular - Watch The Recordings

February 2nd 2026

Speakers included Kyle Larson, 2025 and 2021 NASCAR Cup Series Champion; Tony Stewart, 3-Time NASCAR Cup Series Champion, Owner of Tony Stewart Racing and Top Fuel NHRA Winner; Leah Pruett, NHRA Star and 12-time Top Fuel Event Winner; Steve O'Donnell, President of NASCAR; Doug Boles, President of IN …

Eagle Raceway officially passed down to the next generation of Hadan family.

February 2nd 2026

Eagle Raceway has officially been passed down to the next generation of the Hadan family. Roger Hadan has owned Eagle Raceway since 2007, after leasing and promoting the speedway in 2006 before completing the purchase. Racetrack promotion must run in the family as Roger's grandpa Albert Hadan built …

NASCAR Clash pushes to Wednesday after historic North Carolina snowfall

February 2nd 2026

The Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium has been postponed to Wednesday, Feb. 4 at 6 p.m. ET on FOX due to historic snowfall in North Carolina over the weekend.The National Weather Service reported Winston-Salem, North Carolina, received 8-10 inches of snow Saturday, while the Charlotte area — rou …

Turn 14 Distribution Announces Winner Of T14 X Superpro Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro Giveaway

January 30th 2026

Turn 14 Distribution has officially announced the winner of the T14 x SuperPro Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro Giveaway, marking the conclusion of a months-long build and testing program capped with a dealer-exclusive promotion. Built with real-world performance in mind, this 2023 Solar Octane Toyota Sequoia …

Participants in the EPARTRADE Webinar Series Include:

January 30th 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 …

Miller Industries becomes Official Towing and Recovery Equipment Partner of NASCAR

January 30th 2026

NASCAR announced today that Miller Industries Inc. (NYSE: MLR), the world’s leading manufacturer of towing and recovery equipment, has strengthened their presence in the sport and agreed to a long-term deal to serve as the Official Towing and Recovery Equipment Provider of NASCAR. Under the agreemen …

Tim Cindric returns to Penske

January 30th 2026

Tim Cindric’s next job in the sport will be with a familiar group as Team Penske’s former president has accepted an offer to return and serve as Scott McLaughlin’s race strategist with the No. 3 Team Penske Chevy IndyCar program.The surprising development comes with a role that will be limited to ra …

MissionH24 accelerates hydrogen innovation with AVL Racetech simulation technology

January 30th 2026

AVL Racetech has joined MissionH24, a program led by H24Project and the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO)  focused on developing hydrogen-based, zero-emission powertrains for endurance racing. AVL Racetech (the motorsport division of Austrian tech company AVL) provides advanced vehicle simulatio …

USAC adds $20,000 to National Drivers Championship

January 29th 2026

The Mike Curb USAC National Drivers Championship returns for 2026 with an increased $20,000 reward going to the driver who accrues the most combined points throughout the USAC national season.The honor encompasses attaining points throughout each and every points-paying USAC Silver Crown, AMSOIL Nat …

SPEEDMASTER SIGNS MULTI-YEAR DEAL AS CO-PRIMARY SPONSOR OF JOSH HART’S TOP FUEL DRAGSTER

January 29th 2026

 John Force Racing (www.johnforceracing.com) and Speedmaster (www.speedmaster79.com) have reached agreement on a multi-year partnership for the global leader in high-performance automotive parts and motorsports culture to serve as the co-primary sponsor, with Burnyzz Speed Shop, of the Top Fuel …

FOX expands NASCAR coverage to Mexico, Latin America

January 28th 2026

FOX reaffirmed its position as the undisputed leader in the sports media industry in Mexico and Latin America by announcing the addition of NASCAR to its screens starting Feb. 1. This strategic partnership not only expands FOX’s already robust portfolio of broadcast rights, but also reflects its goa …

Goodyear to debut new left-side tire for Bowman Gray Clash

January 28th 2026

Goodyear will unveil a new tire for the first on-track competition of the NASCAR Cup Series season, debuting redesigned left-side rubber for Sunday’s Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium (8 p.m. ET, FOX, MRN Radio, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio).The new left-side tires will pair with familiar right-sides, …

Fox Sports and NASCAR Studios have announced a new documentary about the death of Dale Earnhardt

January 28th 2026

Fox Sports and NASCAR Studios have announced a new documentary about the death of Dale Earnhardt, which will premiere the week leading into the season-opening Daytona 500.“We’ve Lost Dale Earnhardt: 25 Years Later” will air at 10 p.m. ET, Feb. 12, on Fox Sports 1 following the two qualifying races a …

Google Cloud becomes principal AI partner of Formula E

January 28th 2026

Formula E has announced a multi-year partnership with Google Cloud, which has been named principal artificial intelligence (AI) partner of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.The partnership aims to demonstrate the potential of AI to drive positive impact across Formula E’s business operations. …