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 …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW Season 7 – Weekly Webinar & Podcast by EPARTRADE

October 7th 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-UPWednesday, October 21 at 9:00 …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - OCTOBER 14

October 7th 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 …

Participants in the EPARTRADE Webinar Series Include:

October 7th 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 …

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 …

Lucas Oil promotes Naomi Furgiuele to Chief Operating Officer

October 6th 2026

Lucas Oil, the world leader and distributor of high-performance automotive additives and lubricants, today announced the promotion of Naomi Furgiuele to chief operating officer (COO). In her new role, Furgiuele will oversee key company operations, including manufacturing, customer service, informati …

Montreal, Istanbul, Mexico City join F2 calendar for 2027

October 6th 2026

The FIA Formula 2 Championship has announced its 2027 calendar, featuring 14 rounds across Asia, Oceania, Europe and the American continent, with two new venues joining the schedule and the return of Montreal, after its successful addition to the 2026 season. The 2027 season will welcome Istanb …

Heintz Performance Acquires NASCAR Steering Supplier Woodward Machine

October 5th 2026

Viking Mergers & Acquisitions recently represented the owner of Woodward Machine Corporation in its sale to Heintz Performance Inc., a motorsports and performance retailer headquartered in Concord, North Carolina, according to a press release from Viking Mergers & Acquisitions.Woodward Machi …

Cosworth Electronics: From product launches at PMW Expo to new business awards

October 5th 2026

Cosworth Electronics explains how PMW Expo supports technology launches, customer conversations and the long-term relationships behind future commercial opportunitiesCosworth Electronics develops advanced data and control systems for motorsport and high-performance vehicle applications. With more th …

Formula E selects Bridgestone as sole tire supplier

October 5th 2026

Bridgestone has been selected as the sole tire supplier for the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, and will provide its Potenza tires developed to maximize the performance of the Gen4 racing car.The tire maker uses motorsport as a “mobile laboratory,” and pours the valuable experience and cutting …

Honda Racing Corporation and Red Bull reunite for MotoGP

October 5th 2026

Red Bull has announced it is again collaborating with Honda Racing Corporation‘s (HRC) factory MotoGP team, HRC Castrol MotoGP, as one of the major partners beginning with the 2027 season.The multi-year agreement marks a significant reunion of the companies’ long-standing relationship across a varie …

2027 Monster Energy SMX World Championship schedule revealed

October 2nd 2026

Today, the SMX League® revealed the complete 2027 Monster Energy SMX World Championship regular season schedule, comprised of the 17-race Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship and the 11-race Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. Additionally, registration for the ticket pre …

Ford to return to World Rally Championship as full factory team in 2028

October 2nd 2026

Ford Racing will return to the FIA World Rally Championship as a full factory-backed team from 2028, with an all-new WRC car set to make its competitive debut one year later.The Blue Oval announced its renewed commitment to rallying at the WRC’s season-closing Rally Italy Sardinia on Thursday, confi …

NASCAR adjusts superspeedway package for Talladega

October 2nd 2026

NASCAR has tweaked its superspeedway rules package for the Oct. 25 Cup Series race at Talladega Superspeedway.The package utilized for August's race at Daytona International Speedway will be retained for Talladega, but with the spoiler blade size reduced by an additional half-inch, to 3.5 inches. At …

IAAPS integrates DiL simulator with 1,800kW powertrain test facility

October 1st 2026

An advanced driver-in-the-loop (DiL) simulator will combine virtual vehicle dynamics with physical propulsion hardware at Bristol and Bath Science Park in the southwest of the UK to support faster development across motorsport, automotive and wider transportation applications.IAAPS will integrate an …

NHRA announces new media rights agreements with FOX Sports, The CW Network, and FloSports

October 1st 2026

NHRA has reached new, landmark multiyear media rights agreements for the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series with three standout distributors — FOX Sports, The CW Network and FloSports — positioning NHRA to enjoy the largest household reach in its 75-year history.Starting during the 2027 season, NHRA w …

IndyCar retains Independent Officiating Board for 2027

October 1st 2026

Penske Entertainment’s Independent Officiating Board (IOB) comprised of Ray Evernham, Raj Nair and Ronan Morgan will be retained through the 2027 IndyCar Series and Indy NXT seasons. The IOB also extended its deal with managing director of officiating (MDO) Scot Elkins for 2027.“It was gratifying to …

LABA7 Explores the Next Gen of Shock Absorber Testing, From Crank Dynos to Electromagnetic Tech

September 30th 2026

On EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now, LABA7 demonstrated how programmable motion, high-resolution data acquisition and integrated software can help engineers investigate damper behavior beyond conventional force curves.Shock absorber testing provides essential information for suspension tuning, quality …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - OCTOBER 7

September 30th 2026

Wednesday, October 7 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #640 - "The Next Generation of Low-Friction Surface Technology- For Low Friction, Durability, and More Power" by Rocketman CoatingsFeaturing Rocky Jordache, Owner; and Billy Jordache, Vice President, Rocketman Coatings. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, …

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September 30th 2026

The Presentation will Start Today at 9:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM EST:Episode #639 - "Shock Absorber Testing: From Crank Dynos to Electromagnetic Technology" by LABA7Featuring Andrius Liškus, CEO & Head of R&D, LABA7; and Andrius Petkauskas, Co-founder & Head of Software, LABA7. Hosted by Brad …