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NASCAR star Kyle Busch passes away at 41
May 22nd 2026
Once viewed as a wild child of NASCAR but with talent that could not be denied, Kyle Busch turned that ability into one of the most successful careers the sport has ever seen.Busch died Thursday after a brief illness. He was 41.A joint statement from the Busch family, Richard Childress Racing, and N …
Continental SportContact 7 Force UUHP summer tire debuts on Brabus BODO
May 22nd 2026
Continental has expanded its SportContact family with the SportContact 7 Force, an ultra‑ultra‑high‑performance summer tire engineered for selected high‑performance sports cars and which has will equip the new Brabus BODO, the global tuning company’s latest high-performance supercar.The SportContact …
Goodyear expands tire portfolio for historic race cars
May 22nd 2026
Goodyear has expanded its Blue Streak range, which spans everything from vintage American machinery to modern classic Le Mans prototypes and touring car icons.The company has unified its historic racing products under a single Goodyear-branded portfolio, expanding the range with 57 additional sizes …
BWT Alpine enhances development facilities with Dynisma simulator technology
May 22nd 2026
Dynisma has announced that it has installed a driving simulator at BWT Alpine Formula One Team’s Enstone HQ. The installation was completed in 2025 and supported the team’s preparation for the 2026 Formula 1 technical regulations.Dynisma’s motion generator technology provides a highly realistic driv …
RML unveils 40th anniversary GT Hypercar
May 22nd 2026
RML Group unveiled its latest GT Hypercar commission at the Supercar Fest event in the UK, presenting a unique version of its road-focused high-performance hypercar.Held at Sywell Aerodrome in Northamptonshire on May 16–17, Supercar Fest is a major automotive event where visitors can see high-perfor …
Daytona announces plans for new lighting system
May 22nd 2026
Daytona International Speedway has revealed a venue-wide LED lighting project that will introduce the next generation of lighting technology to the “World Center of Racing.”In collaboration with Musco, Daytona International Speedway will install LED lighting across all existing oval track high mast …
JCB chases new land speed record with H2 ICE
May 21st 2026
JCB, the UK-based manufacturer of excavators and other off-highway equipment, is to return to the Bonneville Salt Flats 20-years after securing the world land speed record for a diesel car with its Dieselmax streamliner. Back in 2006 its LSR adventures were to prove out its in-house diesel engine te …
Pikes Peak International announces it will close at end of 2026 season
May 21st 2026
After years of horsepower, passion, memories, and community, we have an important announcement to share. Pikes Peak International Raceway’s 2026 season will be the final season of public motorsports events. PPIR has been more than just a racetrack—it has been a home for racers, riders, tea …
IHRA names Dustin Farthing as President
May 21st 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) is proud to announce the appointment of Dustin Farthing as the new President of the organization, marking a major step forward in the company’s continued expansion across multiple motorsports disciplines.Farthing brings decades of experience as both a wor …
Stryker Race Cars Reveals the Engineering Vision Behind Its Multi-Surface Performance Platform
May 20th 2026
Stryker Race Cars took center stage on EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now webinar series with an in-depth technical discussion titled “The Stryker Story: From Pikes Peak to the Ultimate Rally and Off-Road Machine.” Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift, the webinar featured Stryker Race …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Season 7 – Weekly Webinar & Podcast by EPARTRADE
May 20th 2026
Wednesday, June 3 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #623 - "Precision Deburring Technical Deep Dive: Improving Quality, Reliability & Performance" by SHAVIVFeaturing Nick Prohl, Marketing & Sales, SHAVIV. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UP …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - JUNE 3
May 20th 2026
Wednesday, June 3 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #623 - "Precision Deburring Technical Deep Dive: Improving Quality, Reliability & Performance" by SHAVIVFeaturing Nick Prohl, Marketing & Sales, SHAVIV. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UP …
Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series announces 2027 Speedweeks schedule
May 20th 2026
The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing is excited to announce the official dates and purses for the 2027 Speedweeks schedule, featuring 15 nights of action across three premier facilities in Florida and Georgia.The 2027 Speedweeks campaign will begin at All-Tech Raceway in Lake …
Participants in the EPARTRADE Webinar Series Include:
May 20th 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 …
You are in! Welcome to this session of RACE INDUSTRY NOW!
May 20th 2026
The Presentation will Start Today at 9:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM EST:Episode #622 - "The Stryker Story: From Pikes Peak to the Ultimate Rally and Off-Road Machine" by Stryker Race CarsFeaturing John Annunziata, Co-Founder; and Cole Powelson, Co-Founder. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late S …
Harvick, Burton, Phillips elected to NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2027
May 20th 2026
The NASCAR Hall of Fame announced its three newest members Tuesday, with Kevin Harvick, Jeff Burton and Larry Phillips elected to the Class of 2027.The three honorees were selected by the Hall of Fame Voting Panel, which met Tuesday afternoon at the Charlotte Convention Center. The voting results we …
Hoosier Hundred Rained Out, Postponed to June 25
May 20th 2026
In coordination with USAC, USF Championships presented by Continental, and the All-Star National Pavement Midget Series, Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park has announced a scheduling change for this Friday night’s May 22nd Carb Night Classic.Due to the expected inclement weather that does not provi …
Holley Performance Brands announces appointment of Sarah Apple as Senior Vice President
May 19th 2026
Holley Performance Brands (NYSE: HLLY), home to a portfolio of iconic automotive brands serving enthusiasts across the high-performance aftermarket, today announced the appointment of Sarah Apple as Senior Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, effective immediately.Apple joins H …
Motor State Distributing Debuts New Intercomp Classic Weigh Scales
May 19th 2026
Motor State Distributing is pleased to announce the launch of Intercomp’s new SW2K™ Wireless Classic Weigh™ XBT™ automotive scales, available exclusively through Motor State Distributing for a limited time. Offered in three models, Classic Weigh™ scales deliver Intercomp’s industry-leading quality a …
2026 Repco Bathurst 1000 campsites sell out in less than 90 minutes
May 18th 2026
Campsites for the 2026 Repco Bathurst 1000 have sold out in record time, less than 90 minutes after going on sale to the public Monday morning.The sellout means over 7,000 campsites across Mount Panorama – which will host over 25,000 race fans – are spoken for nearly five months out from this year’s …
William Louw, respected figure in African rallying and motorsport safety., passes away
May 18th 2026
Louw, from South Africa, dedicated much of his life to rallying, having first become involved in the sport through his father before going on to hold a number of senior organisational and safety roles. His career included positions as Logistics Coordinator for the South African Rally Championship, S …
World of Outlaws Late Model Series postponed at Marion Center Raceway until May 27
May 18th 2026
Due to the persistent rain across the Marion Center, PA area on Saturday afternoon and into the evening, officials from the World of Outlaws Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision and Marion Center Raceway have agreed to postpone the final night of the Connor Bobik Memorial to Wednesday, May 27.T …
Dallara's Coffey and Bongiovanni named recipients of 2026 Louis Schwitzer Award
May 18th 2026
Dominic Coffey and Andrea Bongiovanni of Dallara were named May 15 the recipient of the 2026 Louis Schwitzer Award for their design and development of the superspeedway rear tire ramp flaps used on NTT INDYCAR SERIES cars at the Indianapolis Moor Speedway.Dallara designer Coffey and senior aerodynam …
Camaro changes confirmed following Supercars analysis
May 15th 2026
Aerodynamic revisions have been made to the Chevrolet Camaro following further analysis by Supercars.Following analysis between the two New Zealand rounds last month, minor aero tweaks were made to the Camaro for the ITM Christchurch Super 440.Additional track testing took place in recent weeks, wit …
Format for 2026 NASCAR All-Star Race at Dover Motor Speedway
May 15th 2026
NASCAR and Speedway Motorsports officials announced Feb. 25 the format for the 2026 NASCAR All-Star Race at Dover Motor Speedway, including a 350-lap main event broken into in-race segments and an enhanced qualifying session featuring the Pit Crew Challenge.The NASCAR Cup Series exhibition — with a …
NHRA, Dodge, and Mopar will bring national event racing back to Michigan
May 15th 2026
The Dodge and Mopar brands will serve as title and presenting sponsors of the first NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series event at U.S. 131 Motorsports Park. Racing takes place Sept. 18-20 during NHRA's 75th Anniversary season. The event is the first of six playoff races during the 20-event 2026 cam …
The Motorsport Industry Association (MIA) returns to North Carolina
May 14th 2026
Next week, (May 18-22), the Motorsport Industry Association (MIA) will once again return to North Carolina for their Business Development Mission to Charlotte. The MIA and UK Government provide this joint activity to suppliers of motorsport and high performance engineering.With this event takin …
ChassisSim customer JDC Miller Motorsports just won at Laguna Seca
May 14th 2026
On the 3rd of May 2026 ChassisSim customer JDC Miller Motorsports just won the IMSA Race at Laguna Seca. The Porsche P963 took line honours literally at the end of the race.“You have no idea of the blood, sweat and tears that have gone into making this happen. The P963 is one of the most complicated …
Dakar 2027 route is unveiled
May 14th 2026
The exploration continues. Several tens of thousands of kilometres have been covered in Saudi Arabia since 2020. A mere trifle compared with what remains to be discovered in the largest country of the Middle East, whose territories hold endless surprises. Laid out on a map, the route of the 49th edi …
OPTIMA® Batteries continues role as presenting sponsor of IHRA Super Modified Two Wheel Drive Truck
May 14th 2026
OPTIMA Batteries, widely respected as the ULTIMATE POWER SOURCE in extreme performance applications, continues its enduring collaboration with the IHRA Pro Pulling Series in 2026.“OPTIMA Batteries is extending their role as the presenting sponsor for the Super Modified Two Wheel Drive Truck division …
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum announces new Restoration and Event Facility plans
May 14th 2026
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum has announced its newRestoration and Event Facility plans. This is the next chapter in the Museum’s complete overhaul and expansion, which began in 2023. The new facility will be located in the Town of Speedway at 1111 Polco Street, just outside the Indianapoli …
Supercars mandates new driver cooling measures
May 14th 2026
Supercars has mandated revised driver health and welfare rules ahead of the betr Darwin Triple Crown.New regulations have been confirmed from the June 19-21 event in Darwin, which is traditionally one of the hottest events of the season.In revised regulations, released alongside the 2026 Darwin trac …
Hankook returns to super-sport tire segment with Ventus evo
May 14th 2026
After more than a decade away from the segment, Hankook Tire has returned to the super-sport tire market with the Ventus evo Z, a high-performance summer tire designed for both track and everyday road use. The company says the tire offers greater tread depth and durability than a semi-slick tire whi …
Motegi decommissions its speedway oval
May 14th 2026
Mobility Resort Motegi’s superspeedway oval, which gave the facility its original Twin Ring Motegi name, has been decommissioned – and will be repurposed as spectator seating and camping areas for future events.Portions of the 1.5-mile asymmetrical oval will be covered with grass and transformed int …
Perfecting Cooling: Delta PAG Breaks Down the Science Behind High-Performance Thermal Management
May 13th 2026
The science of cooling in motorsports goes far beyond simply mounting a radiator and hoping airflow solves the problem.That was one of the major takeaways from a recent episode of EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now webinar series, titled “Perfecting Cooling with Delta PAG,” featuring John Pairaktaridis, …
Chris Anderson Appointed President and COO of Elgin Industries; Bill Skok to Continue as CEO
May 13th 2026
Elgin Industries, a leading global supplier of engine and chassis components and other products for the automotive, heavy-duty, industrial, and performance markets, today announced the appointment of Chris Anderson as President and Chief Operating Officer. Bill Skok, grandson of Elgin founder Martin …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - MAY 20
May 13th 2026
Wednesday, May 20 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #622 - "The Stryker Story: From Pikes Peak to the Ultimate Rally and Off-Road Machine" by Stryker Race CarsFeaturing John Annunziata, Co-Founder; and Cole Powelson, Co-Founder. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK …
Grandstands sold out for Indianapolis 500 Race Day
May 13th 2026
As the stars of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES take center stage for the upcoming 110th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge, a massive and historic crowd will greet them with a thunderous roar as they take the green flag. All reserved seating for Race Day will be sold out for the second …
STOP-FYRE® Continues Alliance as Official Fire Extinguisher of IHRA Pro Pulling Series
May 13th 2026
STOP-FYRE®, The World's BEST Fire Extinguisher® continues its collaboration with the IHRA Pro Pulling Series as the Official Fire Extinguisher for 2026."STOP-FYRE® products from AKE Safety Equipment are a vital part of our safety response on the Fendt High Stakes Series, Hot Shot's Secret Champions …
Lotus highlights motorsport heritage with all-new hybrid-V8 supercar
May 13th 2026
Lotus Cars has announced Focus 2030, an updated business strategy to strengthen the company’s competitiveness and create a more flexible and sustainable business model to support resilience amid challenging market conditions.Built on four core pillars – brand reinforcement, a multipowertrain strateg …
Goodyear will bring concrete-tested tire combination for All-Star Race at Dover
May 13th 2026
Goodyear will bring a concrete-tested tire combination for the NASCAR Cup Series’ first All-Star Race at Dover Motor Speedway.Cup Series teams will use a left-side Goodyear Racing Eagle that debuted at Bristol Motor Speedway in April, and the specially designed right-side rubber that ran in Dover’s …
Hot Shot’s Secret Announces Support of IHRA Pro Pulling Series with a 2-Year Champions Tour Sponsor
May 12th 2026
Hot Shot’s SecretTM, the “Diesel Experts” and the leading manufacturer of high-performance additives and lubricants, announces a renewed commitment to the IHRA Pro Pulling Series. With one of the most entrenched commitments of any company to pulling, Hot Shot’s Secret is proud to announce a continue …
Qualifying procedure expanded for Indianapolis 500
May 12th 2026
What is widely regarded as the most powerful and pressure-filled four laps in motorsports have become even more challenging and ultimately more rewarding for the driver and team that claim pole position for the 110th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.INDYCAR has announced an up …
IndyCar adjusts FCY rule after Watkins Glen incident
May 12th 2026
IndyCar Officiating Incorporated (IOI) has announced a change in how its Race Control team will handle situations like the one that arose during Saturday’s Sonsio Grand Prix where the stricken car of Alexander Rossi was covered first with a local yellow while attempting to leave the pits open for th …
IndyCar announces 2027 Arlington race date
May 12th 2026
The second edition of the Java House Grand Prix of Arlington will take place across March 19-21, 2027.The inaugural race, won by Andretti Global’s Kyle Kirkwood, was a resounding success as the sprawling street course welcomed a large volume of fans to see the first-ever IndyCar Series race in the c …
Ansible launches Delta T1 Sport simulator
May 11th 2026
Ansible Motion has launched the Delta T1 Sport, a motorsport simulator designed to deliver high-fidelity vehicle dynamics, ultra-low latency and an immersive driving environment.The first production unit will be delivered to Lola Cars to support its vehicle development programs, including preparatio …
Nick Jenkins named Rottler General Sales Manager
May 11th 2026
We are thrilled to announce that Nick Jenkins has been promoted to General Sales Manager at Rottler Manufacturing.Many of you may be familiar with Nick and his helpful expertise specifically with High Horsepower Diesel applications. During his time at Rottler as an Applications Engineer, Nick set ou …
F1 power unit changes agreed in principle for 2027
May 11th 2026
A reduction of electrical energy and increase in the power output of the internal combustion engine (ICE) has been agreed in principle for Formula 1 power units in 2027, the FIA has announced.The latest set of regulations feature a near 50-50 split between the output from the Energy Recovery System …
IndyCar cracks down on illegal push-to-pass use
May 11th 2026
IndyCar has revised its rulebook to include language that makes it illegal for drivers to use the 60hp boost provided by the push-to-pass (P2P) button when the system is meant to be disabled.The rule update comes after the most recent race at Long Beach, where the software that governs P2P failed to …
BTCC unveils new junior-level car
May 11th 2026
Race-winning British Touring Car Championship team Power Maxed Racing has begun production of the cars which will be used for a new junior championship on the BTCC package from next year. The PM1 has been developed from the ground up specifically for 14-17 year-old drivers, with a number of as- …
OnlyBulls to serve as title sponsor of Portland IndyCar Race
May 8th 2026
OnlyBulls, a digital wallet and mobile app, will serve as the primary sponsor of the NTT INDYCAR SERIES event Aug. 7-9 at Portland International Raceway.The OnlyBulls Grand Prix of Portland is the brand’s first INDYCAR event sponsorship. OnlyBulls also is a sponsor for both full-time cars fielded by …
Lola unveils new simulator as transformation into standalone FE continues
May 8th 2026
Lola's Formula E team has continued its transition to a standalone entity with the addition of a new simulator to its Silverstone base. From next season the revived British marque will split from Abt, with which it has been partnered for its first two Formula E seasons, to bring its team in-hou …
Watkins Glen shifts NASCAR race weekend to September date in 2027
May 8th 2026
One of the first pieces of the 2027 NASCAR schedule took shape Thursday, with Watkins Glen International announcing that its race weekend will move to September next year.Watkins Glen track president Dawn Burlew first announced the news at an event welcoming campers to the road course’s grounds for …
Case Study: How DH2T Helped EuroSport Tuning Scale Smarter
May 7th 2026
Case Study: How DH2T Helped EuroSport Tuning Scale SmarterWhat does it take to scale a niche tuning shop into a North America–serving eCommerce brand? This case study reveals how EuroSport Tuning leveraged Data Here-to-There to turn complex product data into a powerful growth engine.Barry Alt, Frank …
How DH2T Helped Corvette Realm Scale from 200 SKUs to 60,000 and Unlock New Revenue Streams
May 7th 2026
What started as a 10–20% lift evolved into a scalable revenue stream with the potential to double overall sales. More importantly, DH2T’s Shop-in-a-Box unlocked access to customers beyond local reach and business hours, turning the website into a true growth engine.Stephanie Benger of DH2T and Natha …
Enovation Consulting Achieves Second Consecutive King’s Award for Enterprise
May 7th 2026
Enovation Consulting, a global B-Corp-certified sports sustainability consultancy, has been awarded the UK’s most prestigious business accolade for the second successive year. The company was again recognised with the King’s Award for Enterprise, this time for Sustainable Development. Last year, Eno …
LIQUI MOLY USA appoints Eva Tran as Vice President of Marketing
May 7th 2026
LIQUI MOLY USA is proud to announce the promotion of Eva Tran to Vice President of Marketing, recognizing her exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and instrumental role in the company’s sustained growth across the United States and Canada.Eva Tran joined LIQUI MOLY USA eight years ago and has b …
Apple's 'F1 Live in IMAX" offers fans a new perspective
May 7th 2026
When Apple first announced its plans to livestream five Formula 1 grands prix in IMAX at more than 50 movie theaters across the U.S., a first-of-its-kind offering that would give live motorsport its silver screen debut, fan sentiment was initially lukewarm. Could it really make tracks like Miami and …
New IMS Museum displays for May now open to the public
May 7th 2026
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum has several new displays for the Month of May, allowing more stories to be told.In The Heritage Group Gasoline Alley Gallery, six of the seven cars have been switched out. Cars now on display include:1914 Isotta Fraschini Tipo IM, driven by Ray Gilhooly in the …
IndyCar zeroing in on date for first IR28 track test
May 7th 2026
IndyCar’s plans to start track testing its new Dallara IR28 chassis have been set for late July or early August.Barring any setbacks, the tentative schedule would see the brand-new car turn its first laps of chassis component validation testing at some point during the weeks of downtime between the …
National Motorsport Academy Pulls Back the Curtain on Modern Motorsport Engineering Education
May 7th 2026
The future of motorsport engineering is increasingly digital, simulation-driven, and globally connected. During a recent episode of EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now webinar series, the National Motorsport Academy (NMA) delivered an in-depth look at how online education is preparing the next generation …
VW to bring Golf R to N24 in 2027
May 7th 2026
Volkswagen has confirmed plans to enter the 24h Nurburgring in 2027 with a dedicated racing version of the current Golf R in partnership with long-standing collaborator Max Kruse Racing. A show car previewing the project will be unveiled to the public on the Ring Boulevard at the Nurburgring.The pro …
FIA Affordable Cross Car project underway in Egypt
May 7th 2026
The Automobile and Touring Club of Egypt (ATCE) has begun work to bring the FIA Affordable Cross Car to Egypt, the first country in the Middle East and North Africa region to adopt the project.The Egyptian FIA Affordable Cross Car will be manufactured using locally sourced materials and offer access …
Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X To Pace 110th Indianapolis 500
May 7th 2026
The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X – a true American hypercar and America's quickest production car– will lead the field to the green flag for the 110th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge on Sunday, May 24 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.The Corvette ZR1X Pace Car invites race fans to celebrate A …
EPARTRADE Race Industry Now Explores the Mechanics of Profitable Racing E-Commerce
May 7th 2026
“Engineering Online Revenue: Building a Profitable Racing Parts Store” — presented by Data Here-To-There (DH2T)In a rapidly evolving motorsports landscape where digital presence is no longer optional, EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now webinar series delivered a deep technical dive into what it truly tak …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - MAY 13
May 6th 2026
Wednesday, May 13 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #621 - "Perfecting Cooling with Delta PAG”Featuring John Pairaktaridis, President, Delta PAG. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UPPast Speakers include:Zak Brown,Chief Executive Officer, McLaren Ra …
IndyCar Expands Push to Pass Opportunities
May 6th 2026
INDYCAR has announced an update for Push to Pass usage for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and INDY NXT by Firestone.Beginning with this week’s events on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway road course and for all subsequent road and street circuit races, Push to Pass – a driver controlled system that provides r …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - MAY 6
May 5th 2026
Wednesday, May 6 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #620 - "Building Race Engineers: Inside the Life of an Online Motorsport Engineering Student" by National Motorsport Academy (NMA)Featuring Bob D’Amato, Chief Technical Officer, Holman-Moody & NMA Alumni; and Wayne Gater, Deputy Director of the National Mo …
Bobby Rahal documentary to debut Friday on FS1
May 5th 2026
A documentary on the life of 1986 Indianapolis 500 winner and three-time CART IndyCar Series champion Bobby Rahal will make its global debut Friday on FOX Sports 1.Made by Chassy Media, a one-hour version of “Bobby Rahal: True American Racer,” is set to air at 7:30pm ET and will re-air multiple time …
FOX reveals plans for 60 hours of Indy 500 coverage
May 5th 2026
FOX will broadcast 60 hours of combined coverage for the 110th Running of the Indianapolis 500.Its presentations will span the main FOX network, FOX Sports 1, FOX Sports 2, and include expanded offerings leading into the event and as the race approaches on May 24.2026 FOX INDIANAPOLIS 500 SCHEDULE ( …
Adria Hight, daughter of John Force and former JFR CFO, passes away at 56
May 5th 2026
Adria (Force) Hight, the oldest daughter of John Force, passed away April 28. She was 56.After graduating from Huntington Beach High School in Southern California, Adria joined the family drag racing business, becoming one of the first employees of John Force Racing. She was at his side for one of t …
IHRA announces Miami World Powerboat Grand Prix— landmark Powerboat Racing event
May 4th 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the Miami World Powerboat Grand Prix, set for Miami October 20–26, 2026—a landmark event signaling a new era in powerboat racing.For the first time, the sport’s premier disciplines will come together on one stage—from the beaches of Miami …
IMSA and ASE announce multi-faceted partnership to strengthen technician pipeline and elevate consum
May 4th 2026
The International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) today announced a multi-faceted partnership that will aim to combat some of the challenges within the industry for each of IMSA’s 18 participating manufacturers — while raising the st …
Langdon goes 345mph in NHRA's fastest pass ever at South Georgia
May 4th 2026
Top Fuel’s Shawn Langdon made the fastest pass in NHRA history on Friday, making a 345mph run n NHRA’s debut at South Georgia Motorsports Park and taking the provisional No. 1 spot at the NHRA Southern Nationals. J.R. Todd (Funny Car), Greg Anderson (Pro Stock) and Matt Smith (Pro Stock Motorcycle) …
Alex Zanardi 1966 – 2026
May 4th 2026
As a Paralympian, Alex Zanardi became a household name and an inspiration to millions. But his indomitable spirit and speed in a racecar had already made him a hero.After Alex Zanardi and the CART Indy car Safety Team felled the Grim Reaper back in September 2001, we thought he was indestructible. H …
Merle Bettenhausen Passes Away at 82
May 1st 2026
Speedway, Indiana (April 29, 2026)………The inspirational Merle Bettenhausen, who overcame the odds to continue to race and win despite an accident that took his right arm, passed away on the morning of April 29, 2026. He was 82 years old.Born on June 9, 1943, the Tinley Park, Illinois racer grew up in …
NHRA announces earlier start for Friday qualifying at NHRA Southern Nationals
May 1st 2026
NHRA announced an earlier start for Friday qualifying in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series at the NHRA Southern Nationals at South Georgia Motorsports Park.The first round of qualifying is now set for 11:15 a.m. ET, starting with Pro Stock Motorcycle and Pro Stock, leading into Funny Car and …
Joe Balash Named Vice President of Operations at Anderson Speedway
April 30th 2026
ANDERSON, Ind. — Anderson Speedway is proud to announce the appointment of Joe Balash as Vice President of Operations. A highly respected leader in the motorsports industry, Balash brings decades of experience at the highest levels of racing, including key leadership roles within NASCAR’s Busch Seri …
FloRacing, NASCAR Channel to stream ‘ARCA Night in America,’ East Series at Nashville and West Serie
April 30th 2026
TEMPERANCE, Mich. — A unique, same-day doubleheader for the ARCA Menards Series East and West will be shared with fans nationwide as FloRacing and the NASCAR Channel combine for ARCA Night in America presented by Menards.ARCA Night in America presented by Menards will start with ARCA Menards Series …
CIV continues with Dunlop as exclusive tire supplier and development partner
April 30th 2026
Dunlop Motorcycle Europe has renewed its role as title sponsor and exclusive tire supplier for the Campionato Italiano Velocità (CIV) for another season. This marks its third consecutive year providing tires across all classes in the championship.Under the agreement, Dunlop supplies the entire grid …
Compact motion simulator aims to redefine driver training and immersion
April 30th 2026
Driven DynamiX has launched the DDX Precision, a 6-DoF motion simulator designed to deliver a realistic and responsive driving experience. Building on the engineering and lessons from the DDX Prime, it uses the same core software and motion system to replicate vehicle behavior. The DDX Precision off …
Persistent Rainfall, Cold Temperatures Cancel Ohio Weekend
April 30th 2026
With heavy rainfall across Ohio bringing several inches of rain, and weather models showing more rain throughout the week, combined with unseasonably cold temperatures hindering track drying, World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series, Attica Raceway Park, and Sharon Speedway officials have …
Race Industry Now Delivers Technical Deep Dive on Abradable Coatings for Oil Pump Efficiency
April 29th 2026
EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now webinar series continued to push the boundaries of technical education in motorsports engineering with a highly specialized session focused on abradable coating technologies and their role in oil pump performance optimization.Hosted by Brad Gillie of SiriusXM (Ch. 90, L …
Hot Shot’s Secret™ Forms - The Secret Society
April 29th 2026
– Hot Shot’s Secret™, leading manufacturer of high‑performance lubricants and additives for diesel and gas-powered vehicles, is proud to announce a new influencer program – The Secret Society. This exclusive program brings together seven of the most authentic voices from the world of drag racing, cu …
IndyCar finalizes rule restricting non-charter entries to Indy 500 only after 2026
April 29th 2026
Penske Entertainment has informed its IndyCar entrants of a change in policy where non-charter entries like the pair of PREMA Racing cars that ran throughout 2025 will no longer be welcome in the series after 2026.The only caveat is each May’s running of the Indianapolis 500, where the 10 teams who …
Heritage Spotlight: The Evolution of aFe POWER
April 29th 2026
From a 3,200 sq. ft. startup to a global performance powerhouseSince its founding in 1999, aFe POWER (Advanced FLOW Engineering) has built its reputation on a simple but powerful idea: deliver measurable performance gains through engineering-driven innovation. What began as a small operation fueled …
Kyle Petty Charity Ride to celebrate its roots, mark 30th anniversary with cross-country journey
April 29th 2026
Years after his retirement from driving on the NASCAR circuit, the miles keep coming for Kyle Petty, and so do the milestones. This year, both the miles and milestones are big numbers.The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America gears up this week for its 30th-anniversary edition, a cross-country moto …
New MotoGP™26 Video game is out
April 29th 2026
MotoGP™26, the latest instalment in the official MotoGP videogame franchise, is out now! Featuring the full official 2026 season, it combines reworked physics with Dynamic Rider ratings and deeper career management mechanics to deliver a more immersive and authentic gaming experience.MotoGP™26 refin …
Juncos Hollinger, Dreyer & Reinbold announce co-entry and technical partnership for VeeKay at Indy 5
April 28th 2026
Juncos Hollinger and Dreyer & Reinbold will partner up as co-entrants and technical allies for Rinus VeeKay's No.76 Chevrolet at the Indianapolis 500. The car will carry primary sponsorship from Wedbush, which backed DRR's entry for Ryan Hunter-Reay last year.“We’re very excited to announce our …
Super DIRTcar Series joins World of Outlaws Late Models at Georgetown for new Mega-Event
April 28th 2026
The Super DIRTcar Series is joining the World of Outlaws Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision for a new powerhouse event at Georgetown Speedway on Wednesday, May 13.Pairing two massive series races in one night, the event, now known as the Delaware Diamond Clash, will host the Millman’s Napa Au …
IHRA acquires Empire Dragway, expanding national footprint in the Northeast
April 28th 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has officially announced the acquisition of Empire Dragway, marking a major step in our continued growth and investment in premier racing facilities across the United States.Located in Leicester, New York, Empire Dragway has long been a staple in the Nort …
Canton Racing Products Heritage
April 27th 2026
At the end of a gravel driveway, inside a two bay garage, sheet metal was being bent and welded to create the first Canton oil pans. That was 1979 and the oil pans were custom creations being designed and fabricated for local circle track racers looking for an edge. Canton founder Mike …
Steve O’Donnell named chief executive officer of NASCAR in leadership change
April 27th 2026
NASCAR announced a series of key leadership moves Saturday morning, naming Steve O’Donnell as its Chief Executive Officer and tapping Ben Kennedy as Chief Operating Officer.Jim France will step away from the CEO role he has held since 2018, but remain as NASCAR Chairman. The move makes O’Donnell the …
F1 Turkish Grand Prix to return in 2027
April 27th 2026
The Turkish Grand Prix will return to the Formula 1 calendar on a five-year deal, starting in 2027.F1 raced at Istanbul Park from 2005 until 2011, and then made two further visits in 2020 and 2021 due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the race schedule. Since then, there have been regular di …
McNish named racing director of Audi Formula 1
April 27th 2026
Allan McNish has become the racing director of the Audi Formula 1 team, expanding his motorsports remit for the company.The former F1 driver and World Endurance champion – who won the Le Mans 24 Hours on three occasions – has been a long-standing member of Audi’s motorsports setup after finishing hi …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - APRIL 29
April 27th 2026
Wednesday, April 29 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #619 - "Abradable Coatings Seal Oil Pumps- Technical Deep Dive on Clearances, Efficiency & Friction” by Line2Line CoatingsFeaturing Andy Suman, President, Line2Line Coatings; Ai L. Wood III, President, DRC Engineering; and Shaun Visser, Vice President, …
Kubota agrees to multi-year NASCAR partnership
April 24th 2026
Kubota Tractor Corporation and NASCAR® today announced a new multiyear partnership beginning with the 2026 NASCAR season. The partnership establishes Kubota as an Official Partner of NASCAR, including the Official Tractor of NASCAR, Official Construction Equipment Partner of NASCAR, Official Compact …
Prime Video sets premiere date for Larson ‘Double’ documentary
April 24th 2026
"Kyle Larson vs. The Double," a feature-length documentary on the Hendrick Motorsports driver attempting the Memorial Day double of competing in both the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 in 2024-25, will premiere May 21 on Prime Video.“This documentary really shows what goes into trying to complet …
RFEDA and RMC Motorsport launch Spanish Rally1 project for 2027
April 24th 2026
The project, revealed during Rally Islas Canarias, will see the Spanish federation partner with established constructor RMC Motorsport to design, build and develop a next-generation car under the incoming WRC27 regulations.It marks the first Spanish Rally1 programme and makes RMC the second new cons …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW – Past Episodes
April 24th 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, please CLICK HEREAll webinars are also available on podcasts: LISTEN HEREEpisode #531 - Featured Speaker:&n …
Weather forces ASCS Western Plains, 360 Wing Desert Series, tp postpone Cortez Fairgrounds Speedway
April 24th 2026
With a forecast currently showing near freezing temperatures during race time this weekend in Cortez, Colo., officials with the ASCS Western Plains, 360 Wing Desert Series, and Cortez Fairgrounds Speedway have postponed action to Friday, July 24, and Saturday, July 25.The next event for the ASCS Wes …
Dale Coyne Racing team manager Davis retires
April 24th 2026
Dale Coyne Racing team manager Mitch Davis has informed the team of his intent to retire with immediate effect.On the approach to his 70th birthday, the veteran chief mechanic and team leader had been pondering a change, and after spending most of his life in racing, Davis decided the time was right …
Kirkwood to carry primary sponsorship from Sam’s Club for remainder of IndyCar season
April 24th 2026
Kyle Kirkwood will carry primary sponsorship from big-box retailer Sam’s Club on the No. 27 Andretti Global Honda for the Indianapolis 500 and the remainder of the IndyCar season.“I’m really excited to have Sam’s Club back with us this season,” said Kirkwood, who holds second in the drivers’ standin …
Strategic partnership formed to advance hydrogen motorsport in Saudi Arabia
April 23rd 2026
Saudi Motorsport Company (SMC) and Extreme H have announced a strategic commercial partnership as part of their joint efforts to advance innovation in sustainable technologies and establish Saudi Arabia as a global motorsport hub.Extreme H organizes the FIA Extreme H World Cup, a hydrogen-powered ra …
World of Outlaws Late Model Series cancels this weekend’s event at Talladega
April 23rd 2026
With widespread thunderstorms expected to bring heavy rain to the Eastaboga, AL area on Friday night and into Saturday, officials from the World of Outlaws Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision and Talladega Short Track have agreed to cancel this weekend’s Alabama Gang 100.The decision was made …
Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach yields its best television audience in nearly 20 years
April 23rd 2026
The Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach yielded its best television audience in nearly 20 years as Sunday’s race won by Alex Palou delivered an average viewer base of 1,269,000 on FOX.The steep rise from the 552,000 who tuned in last year was aided by the absence of a major rival – the 2025 Long Beach ra …
Acura to pause GTP program at season's end
April 23rd 2026
Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC US) has confirmed that the Acura ARX-06 LMDh program will be paused after the 2026 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season. The Acura brand will instead expand its presence in the NTT IndyCar Series, with Acura branding on Honda-powered entries at select race …
Airflow Matters: Inside aFe POWER Performance Filters
April 22nd 2026
EPARTRADE Race Industry Now Webinar Delivers a Technical Deep Dive into Filtration EngineeringIn the latest episode of Race Industry Now, the weekly webinar and podcast series from EPARTRADE, aFe POWER took center stage with a highly technical session titled “Airflow Matters: Inside aFe POWER …
FIA and Formula E debut Gen4 car with major gains in performance, speed and sustainability
April 22nd 2026
The Gen4 Formula E car has run its debut in front of a select audience at Circuit Paul Ricard, signaling the beginning of a new era for electric motorsport.Brought by Formula E and the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the all-new next-generation machine will act as the foundation tha …
Wheel Cover Rules Bulletin for WOO at Knoxville and Eldora
April 22nd 2026
In 2026, Knoxville Raceway and Eldora Speedway will only permit right side (front and rear) wheel covers for World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series events. Left side (front and rear) wheel covers will be considered illegal at these events.Please be aware that loss of a wheel cover will …
Elkins named IndyCar's managing director of officiating
April 22nd 2026
Penske Entertainment’s Independent Officiating Board (IOB) has found its managing director of officiating (MDO) in ex-Champ Car and ex-IMSA race official Scot Elkins.The MDO position, which remained unfilled during the first five races of the season, was devised by the IOB to run the day-to-day oper …
World of Outlaws reschedules Jacksonville's Hy-Vee Perks 40 for Tuesday May 19
April 22nd 2026
The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series and Jacksonville Speedway have rescheduled the Hy-Vee Perks 40 for Tuesday, May 19 following last week’s postponement.All tickets purchased for the original Hy-Vee Perks 40 date of April 17 will be honored at the new date.The Jacksonville resch …
EPARTRADE Launches Licensing Program to Power B2B Industries Worldwide
April 21st 2026
April 21, 2026After eight years of building and scaling the leading digital ecosystem in the performance and racing industry, EPARTRADE today announced the official launch of its Industry Platform Licensing Program, enabling organizations across multiple sectors to deploy and operate their own B2B p …
MidwayPlus Appoints Albert Reda as CEO Following Passing of Co-Founder Brian Lounsberry
April 21st 2026
MidwayPlus today announced a leadership transition following the passing of its co-founder and CEO, Brian Lounsberry, on February 28. Lounsberry, widely respected across the automotive aftermarket, was the driving force behind MidwayPlus—instrumental in assembling the founding team and shaping …
IndyCar Officiating flags push-to-pass glitch at Long Beach
April 21st 2026
The IndyCar Series’ push-to-pass (P2P) system was again the source of a problem at the Long Beach Grand Prix.After the event’s conclusion, the new IndyCar Officiating group announced a failure of the P2P software prior to the restart that took place at the end of lap 61.The P2P system, which is manu …
Technical restructure at Red Bull Racing aims to strengthen performance and development
April 21st 2026
Oracle Red Bull Racing has announced a series of organizational changes within its technical department, aimed at reinforcing its focus on performance and innovation.Effective immediately, Ben Waterhouse assumes an expanded leadership role as chief performance and design engineer, with overarching r …
FIA, F1 and teams agree on regulation tweaks ahead of Miami
April 21st 2026
The FIA, Formula 1, the teams and power unit manufacturers have agreed a number of tweaks to the 2026 regulations to try and allow drivers to push harder in qualifying, as well as improve safety.Driver feedback from the opening three rounds of the season have led to a significant amount of criticism …
Motorsports Hall of Fame of America announces 2027 Induction Class
April 20th 2026
The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America (MSHFA) announced its 2027 Induction Class today at the 51st running of the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach. The 39th MSHFA Induction Celebration presented by Toyota Gazoo Racing, which will formally bring the Class of 2027 into the MSHFA, will be held in the H …
NHRA expands Pro Stock competition with Ford and Dodge engine parity initiative
April 20th 2026
In a move designed to strengthen competition and reintroduce manufacturer diversity, the NHRA has announced a significant evolution in Pro Stock rules, opening the category further to Ford and Dodge combinations with a targeted performance adjustment.Beginning at the NHRA 4-Wide Nationals, April 23– …
Porsche 911 Turbo S gets bespoke Pirelli P Zero R
April 20th 2026
Pirelli has developed a specific P Zero R for the Porsche 911 Turbo S. The ultra-high-performance tire has been designed for everyday driving in sports cars and features a compound derived from Pirelli’s experience in motorsport. The product’s technological origins share the same DNA as Pirelli’s ra …
IHRA relocates Montgomery event to Hebron, Ohio; May 7–9 for IHRA Spring Nationals
April 20th 2026
We have made the decision, in coordination with management at Montgomery International Dragway, to relocate the third race of the IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series and IHRA Small Tire BRATZ Series from Montgomery, Alabama. The event, scheduled for May 7–9, will now take place at Darana Raceway in Hebron …
Chicagoland returns with two-day NASCAR Goodyear tire test
April 20th 2026
NASCAR Cup Series and NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series teams will help usher in Chicagoland Speedway’s rebirth this week with a Goodyear tire test.The sessions are scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday at the 1.5-mile track in Joliet, Illinois, where NASCAR’s national series last raced in 2019. The f …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - APRIL 22
April 17th 2026
Wednesday, April 22 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #618 - "Airflow Matters: Inside aFe POWER Performance Filters" by aFe POWERFeaturing Stuart Miyagishima, EVP, Sales & Marketing, Engineer and co-founder of aFe POWER; and George Chiang, Manager, Filtration Products, aFe POWER. Hosted by Brad Gillie from …
Dreyer & Reinbold partners with RallyX Americas
April 17th 2026
RallyX Americas has announced another partner team for its upcoming season, with Dreyer & Reinbold Racing joining the fray.Last week the series announced that Hansen Motorsport, SET Promotion, JC Raceteknik and Olsbergs MSE would all be competing in the series’ top "Hypercar" class for the all-e …
Kings Speedway date added to World of Outlaws California Swing
April 17th 2026
Kings Speedway is back, and the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series is ready to help bring it back to life.The Greatest Show on Dirt has added a date at Kings to the 2026 California swing. The tour will invade the Hanford, CA oval on Tuesday, Sept. 22 for the Central Valley Clash. It …
RPM Group partners with NHRA to bring NHRA Drag Racing back to South Florida
April 17th 2026
NHRA has entered into a strategic alliance with the RPM Group in an effort to help bring NHRA Drag Racing back to the South Florida area.The RPM Group is a premier motorsports and marketing company focused on helping to resurrect racing venues in the South Florida area. Led by an experienced group o …
Hot Shot’s Secret™ Increases ODSS Support: Signs 3 Year Title Sponsorship (2026-2028) and Official F
April 16th 2026
Hot Shot’s Secret, the leading manufacturer of high-performance race oils, fluids, and lubricants for diesel motorsports, announces a major increase in their support for the Outlaw Diesel Super Series (ODSS). In advance of the opening event at Rudy’s Spring Truck Jam in Rockingham, NC, this month, H …
Rockstar Energy joins Reddick title sponsors at 23XI
April 16th 2026
Rockstar Energy has joined 23XI Racing and will serve as a primary sponsor for Tyler Reddick in the NASCAR Cup Series.The spring race at Talladega Superspeedway (April 26) will be the first of select events in which the company appears on the No. 45 Toyota for the Daytona 500 winner. Rockstar Energy …
Potential races in America’s Northeast, Brazil and Japan all on IndyCar’s radar
April 16th 2026
The IndyCar Series is experiencing an uptick of new interest that could bring additions to its future calendars.Along with a potential return to international travel in the coming years, longstanding efforts remain in motion to find a regular home for racing in the Northeast, and together, the globa …
Construction ramps up on Bristol Dragway's new concrete racing surface
April 16th 2026
Progress continues at a rapid pace as construction crews brought out the big equipment today to pour concrete and provide a new race surface at Bristol Dragway from the starting line to the eighth-mile mark.The project has been in the works for a couple of months and today crews were able to pour th …
O’Gara joins IndyCar as VP of competition for race engineering
April 16th 2026
The IndyCar Series has hired veteran race engineer and team manager Mike O’Gara as its new VP of Competition, Race Engineering.O’Gara departs Chip Ganassi Racing after 12 years where he was a fixture in its IndyCar program, ran its IMSA WeatherTech Sports Car Championship and FIA WEC efforts, and re …
Speedmaster Partners with Melanie Johnson as Primary Sponsor for the 2026 NHRA Season
April 15th 2026
Speedmaster has partnered with Top Alcohol Dragster driver Melanie Johnson as primary sponsor for the 2026 NHRA season. The partnership marks an expansion of Speedmaster's motorsport presence — adding Top Alcohol competition alongside the company's existing primary sponsorship with John Force Racing …
Fifth Edition of the Sustainable Championships Index™ Launched
April 15th 2026
Enovation Consulting, in collaboration with Professor Paolo Taticchi, Professor of Strategy and Sustainability at UCL School of Management, has released the fifth edition of the Sustainable Championships Index™ (SChI™).The 2026 SChI™ assesses the sustainability performance of 89 four-wheeled and two …
Western World Championships expands to three-straight nights at Casa Grande’s Central Arizona Racewa
April 15th 2026
The 2026 edition of the Western World Championships has expanded to three-straight nights of racing at Casa Grande’s Central Arizona Raceway on October 22-23-24.The 59th annual running of one of dirt track racing’s most prestigious events will feature three consecutive sprint car doubleheader nights …
IndyCar to use current engine in first tests with new chassis
April 15th 2026
The IndyCar Series says its plans to start testing this summer with prototype versions of its new-for-2028 Dallara IR28 chassis remain unchanged. But with the 2028 engine regulations in an unfinished state, having all aspects of IndyCar’s next competition model ready to turn laps at the same time wi …
Funny Car driver Tim Wilkerson to be inducted into Illinois Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026
April 15th 2026
The Illinois Sports Hall of Fame will induct NHRA Funny Car racer Tim Wilkerson into its Class of 2026, honoring his outstanding career and lasting impact on the sport of drag racing.A native of Springfield, Ill., Wilkerson has built a remarkable legacy in the NHRA as one of the sport’s most respect …
Geobrugg recognized with top FIA environmental accreditation
April 15th 2026
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) Environmental Accreditation Programme is a framework designed to help motorsport and mobility stakeholders measure and enhance their environmental performance. Geobrugg has been awarded the three-star Environmental Accreditation by the FIA, making …
PRI names Bresnahan as managing director
April 15th 2026
Performance Racing Industry (PRI) has named Doug Bresnahan as Managing Director, bringing nearly two decades of commercial leadership from professional motorsports to one of the industry's most essential organizations.The managing director will oversee PRI's daily operations, including the annual PR …
IndyCar adopts single-car Fast 6 qualifying for remaining street races
April 15th 2026
The IndyCar Series is taking the single-car qualifying process it trialed during the Arlington Grand Prix’s Firestone Fast Six and making it a season-long feature at the remaining street races.Continuing with Saturday’s run for pole position at the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, and returning later …
Warren Diesel Injection Named Title Sponsor of Full Pull Productions – USA East for 2026
April 14th 2026
Full Pull Productions – USA East, the newly-added regional division of the IHRA Pro Pulling Series, proudly announces Warren Diesel Injection as their title sponsor for the 2026 season.In addition to the title naming rights, Warren Diesel Injection will also be the title sponsor of the Run What You …
Formula E appoints Will Brown as Chief Commercial Officer
April 14th 2026
Will Brown will join the Executive Leadership Team, reporting to CEO Jeff Dodds, with responsibility for leading the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship’s global commercial strategy and accelerating the growth of its partnership ecosystem.An accomplished commercial leader with a strong internationa …
Former Mercedes engineer Dan Milner joins Williams F1 team
April 14th 2026
Atlassian Williams F1 Team has appointed Dan Milner as chief engineer – vehicle technology.Milner joins the team after 20 years of association with Mercedes, most recently, a 14-year stint with the Brackley-based organization across the Honda, Brawn and Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team eras. Milner con …
DH2T Celebrates Turn 14 Distribution Outstanding eCommerce Integrator Award
April 13th 2026
Data Here-to-There (DH2T) is celebrating being named Outstanding eCommerce Integrator by Turn 14 Distribution as part of its Integration Partner Standards Program. The inaugural 2025 award recognizes DH2T as a technology partner that meets rigorous integration standards while consistently delivering …
High Limit Racing announces partnership with University of Northwestern Ohio (UNOH) as Official Educ
April 13th 2026
Officials of the Interstate Batteries High Limit Racing are pleased to announce a new partnership with the University of Northwestern Ohio (UNOH) as the “Official Educational Partner” for 2026 and 2027. The University of Northwestern Ohio (UNOH), located in Lima, Ohio, is known worldwide as a leader …
Pirelli develops bespoke P Zero R tires for Audi RS 5 and RS 3 Competition Limited
April 13th 2026
Bespoke versions of the Pirelli P Zero R have been developed for the new Audi RS 5 and RS 3 Competition Limited. Designed to balance everyday usability with track performance, the tires have been developed with a focus on improved grip and shorter braking distances. Audi RS was among the first to ad …
RACER Creator Summit unveils speaker lineup for Long Beach Grand Prix Week
April 13th 2026
The RACER Creator Summit, a new industry event exploring how the creator economy is reshaping motorsports and automotive culture, has confirmed its program and speakers ahead of its debut April 16 at the Edison Theater in downtown Long Beach.Held during Long Beach Grand Prix week, the half-day summi …
Ariel unveils hand-built, motorsport spec Atom 4RR
April 13th 2026
To mark its 25 year anniversary, the Ariel Motor Company has launched a 525bhp version of its Atom sports car. The track-oriented but roadgoing Ariel Atom 4RR will feature a bespoke Honda engine and will be “the most powerful and exclusive Atom ever created”, the UK manufacturer said.The 4RR will fe …
GitiCompete GTR1 selected as official tire for Lotus Cup China 2026
April 13th 2026
The Lotus Cup China has appointed Giti Tire as official race tire supplier. The 2026 season will run across five rounds from April to December, featuring 17 teams, 58 drivers and 44 cars. Competitors will run the GitiCompete GTR1 slick tire in sizes 240/650R18 and 300/650R18.The season opener took p …
Verstappen’s engineer Lambiase to join McLaren
April 10th 2026
Max Verstappen’s race engineer GianPiero Lambiase is set to leave Red Bull to become chief racing officer at McLaren.Lambiase is well-known for his partnership with Verstappen, but has also been Red Bull’s head of race engineering, and has been a long-term target of McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown and …
Formula DRIFT reveals radical venue changes in its 2026 competition schedule
April 9th 2026
The 2025 Formula DRIFT season was undoubtedly the most successful in its 22-year history. The series saw records shattered across the board in terms of spectator attendance, audience viewership and fan engagement. It also crowned the first five-time PRO Champion – who achieved that feat in the short …
NASCAR changing Talladega stage lengths to combat fuel-saving tactics
April 9th 2026
NASCAR will shorten stage lengths for the Cup Series race at Talladega Superspeedway on April 26, in response to the oft-criticized effect fuel-saving strategies of drivers and teams have impacted the racing product.NASCAR has not yet announced what those lengths will be, but it was a topic addresse …
Speedmaster to serve as primary sponsor for Josh Hart's Top Fuel dragster at JFR
April 9th 2026
Speedmaster, the global leader in high-performance automotive parts and motorsports culture, has increased its partnership to full primary sponsorship of John Force Racing’s Top Fuel team driven by Josh Hart in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series.Speedmaster was announced as a co-primary partn …
Legacy Motor Club named Michael Guttilla president
April 9th 2026
LEGACY MOTOR CLUB has named veteran automotive and motorsports executive Michael Guttilla as CLUB President, bringing nearly four decades of engineering and leadership experience to the organization.Guttilla most recently served as chief operating officer at Joe Gibbs Racing. Prior to that role, he …
NHRA Pro Stock bringing back hood scoops for 2027
April 9th 2026
NHRA announced today that hood scoops will return to Pro Stock bodies beginning in the 2027 season, along with removing the single forward-facing throttle body and replacing it with two top-mounted 4-barrel style throttle bodies. This comes from the NHRA Technical Department’s continued effort to ad …
Technical Deep Dive: Why Torque Alone Doesn’t Tell the Whole Story
April 8th 2026
In a recent episode of EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now webinar series, P1 Manufacturing and the Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association (AERA) delivered a highly technical and insightful discussion that challenged one of the most fundamental assumptions in engine assembly: that torque equals clamping …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - APRIL 15
April 8th 2026
Wednesday, April 15 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #617 - "Engineering Online Revenue: Building a Profitable Racing Parts Store" by Data Here-To-There (DH2T)Featuring Stephanie Benger, Marketing Director, DH2T; and Nathan Hadley, Owner, Corvette Realm. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift …
Genesis reveals GMR-001 Hypercar
April 8th 2026
Genesis Magma Racing was publicly launched on 4 December, 2024. Just under 500 days later, the in-house manufacturer team will take to the track in anger around Italy’s iconic Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari, when the FIA WEC campaign races into life with next month’s eagerly-anticipate …
No viable reschedule date officially cancels Dodge City’s High Limit Debut
April 8th 2026
The debut of Interstate Batteries High Limit Racing at the state-of-the-art Dodge City Raceway Park has been canceled for the second time.With no other event within 300 miles to the Western Kansas facility, officials have deemed there is foreseeable return date on the 2026 schedule. The closest the …
Mercedes-AMG completes winter testing of new GT 4-Door Coupe prototype
April 8th 2026
Mercedes-AMG has completed final winter testing of near-production prototypes of its new GT 4-Door Coupe in northern Sweden, ahead of the vehicle’s world premiere later this spring.Testing at the Arjeplog facility focused on traction, power distribution and vehicle control on snow and ice, allowing …
AVL and Ansible advance vehicle validation with integrated simulation and driver-in-the-loop testing
April 8th 2026
AVL Mobility Technologies and Ansible Motion have partnered to offer vehicle manufacturers and suppliers a combined solution integrating AVL’s VSM software with Ansible Motion’s driver-in-the-loop simulators. The collaboration aims to support virtual development processes by enabling faster componen …
Enovation Consulting Achieves the FIA Three-Star Environmental Accreditation
April 8th 2026
Enovation Consulting, the global sports sustainability agency led by former F1 engineer Dr. Cristiana Pace, achieved the FIA Three-Star Environmental Accreditation, the highest level of environmental and sustainability certification from the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA). The FIA E …
IndyCar open to expanded schedule
April 8th 2026
How many races can IndyCar fans look forward to in the coming years? According to IndyCar president Doug Boles, the answer is flexible.The series held firm at 17 championship races per year from 2022-2025, announced 17 again for 2026 and then made the late addition of an 18th with the Freedom 250 in …
SCS Gearbox extends partnership with IHRA Pro Pulling Series
April 7th 2026
SCS Gearbox, the number one source for quality manufactured quick change gears, 4×4 transfer cases, custom machining, and high performance transmissions, extends their partnership in 2026 with the IHRA Pro Pulling Series as the presenting sponsor of the Mini Rod division on the the Fendt High Stakes …
All-new Goodyear tire setup ready to weather Cup Series debut at Bristol
April 7th 2026
NASCAR Cup Series teams will have an all-new tire setup for this weekend’s race at Bristol Motor Speedway, with Goodyear providing new right-side and left-side rubber designed for consistent performance in changing weather conditions.The tire combination will make its debut in Sunday’s Food City 500 …
NCMA announces 2026 North Carolina Motorsports Industry award honorees
April 7th 2026
The North Carolina Motorsports Association (NCMA) today announced this year’s class of honorees for the 19th Annual North Carolina Motorsports Industry Awards, headlined by international motorsports legend Mario Andretti as the recipient of the Achievement in Motorsports Tribute Award.The Achievemen …
Audi will not directly replace Wheatley with new team principal
April 7th 2026
Mattia Binotto says Audi will not directly replace Jonathan Wheatley with a new team principal, but that he needs trackside support.Wheatley made a surprising departure from Audi prior to the Japanese Grand Prix, amid links to Aston Martin. Binotto confirmed ahead of the race weekend at Suzuka that …
Hot Shot’s Secret® continues alliance with IHRA Pro Pulling Series in multi-year, Multi-tiered Spons
April 6th 2026
Hot Shot’s Secret®, a leading innovator in high-performance additives and lubricants, and the IHRA Pro Pulling Series are proud to announce a continued, multi-tiered sponsorship agreement for the 2026 and 2027 pulling seasons. In that agreement, Hot Shot’s Secret® is the Official Oil, Fuel, and …
IMSA charts upward audience trajectory, record crowd at Sebring
April 6th 2026
IMSA has announced an all-time attendance record for the Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring, with over 115,000 attendees across four days for this year’s 74th running of the historic event. This follows a purported record attendance for the Rolex 24 At Daytona, which drew over 180,000 spectators across …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - APRIL 8
April 6th 2026
Wednesday, April 8 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #616 - "Is Your Torque Wrench Telling the Whole Story? The Facts About Torque Input, Clamp Load, and Friction" by P1 ManufacturingFeaturing Shannon Strother, Director of Future Technology, P1 Manufacturing; and Chuck Lynch, Vice President of Technical Servic …
ApexTurbo continues IHRA Pro Pulling Series partnership as presenting sponsor
April 3rd 2026
Dundee, Michigan-based ApexTurbo, acclaimed for their design and manufacture of advanced turbochargers, built to deliver maximum airflow, horsepower, and competitive advantage, continues their partnership with the IHRA Pro Pulling Series in 2026 as presenting sponsor of the Super Farm Tractor divisi …
NHRA homes in on 1,000th Funny Car race
April 3rd 2026
Two-time Funny Car world champion Cruz Pedregon has the unique distinction of winning NHRA’s 1,000th race (Las Vegas, 2021) as well as the 900th race in Funny Car history (Norwalk, 2021). The veteran has another rare opportunity next weekend at his home track, when In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip h …
AJ Foyt Racing adds junior open wheel link
April 3rd 2026
AJ Foyt Racing’s return to junior open-wheel racing with its two-car Indy NXT effort run by HMD Motorsports has been an instant success that’s led to a further expansion into the space with Crosslink Motorsports.Adding to Foyt’s new NXT pipeline which has seen Argentina’s Alessandro de Tullio (pictu …
Extreme H and STEP Foundation announce collaboration to empower the next generation of hydrogen pio
April 3rd 2026
Extreme H, the world’s first hydrogen-powered motorsport, and the STEP (Sustainable Technologies Engineering Pathways) Foundation are proud to announce the beginnings of a new strategic collaboration, aimed at equipping tomorrow’s renewable energy leaders and leaving a lasting legacy in racing locat …
Hot Shot’s Secret™ Introduces Green Diamond™ Ultra-Low Viscosity Automatic Transmission Fluid
April 2nd 2026
To meet the growing demand for an ultra-low viscosity automatic transmission fluid, Hot Shot’s Secret™ introduces Green Diamond™ ULV (Ultra-low Viscosity) automatic transmission fluid (ATF). Developed specifically for Ford®, GM® 10-speed transmissions, select European models, and other applications …
Warburton steps down as Supercars Chief Executive
April 2nd 2026
Racing Australia Consolidated Enterprises Ltd today announced that James Warburton has stepped down as Chief Executive Officer of Supercars.The decision was reached by mutual agreement and was considered to be in the best interests of Supercars as the organisation enters its next phase.Barclay Nettl …
Kumho Tire U.S.A.announces three-year sponsorship extension with Formula DRIFT
April 2nd 2026
Kumho Tire U.S.A., one of the world’s leading tire manufacturers, announced today a three-year sponsorship extension with Formula DRIFT. Additionally, world-renowned drivers Jeff Jones, Andy Hateley, Rome Charpentier, Jack Shanahan, Ryan Litteral and Cody Buchanan will represent “Team KUMHO” in the …
Street Performance Redefined: How Carbon Fiber Innovation Is Transforming Modern Vehicles
April 1st 2026
EPARTRADE Race Industry Now Webinar Featuring Sean Miller of Top Street PerformanceIn a recent episode of Race Industry Now, the weekly webinar and podcast series from EPARTRADE, Sean Miller, Head of Engineering & Development at Top Street Performance, delivered a deep technical dive into the ev …
IHRA Acquires Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School
April 1st 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the acquisition of Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School, one of the most respected and influential driver development institutions in the history of motorsports.For more than four decades, Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School has delivered world …
F2 exploring Miami round following postponement of Middle Eastern races
April 1st 2026
Colton Herta could receive an unexpected home race weekend in Formula 2 as the series explores a potential addition of a U.S. round in Miami in May.As with Formula 1, Formula 2 and Formula 3 both had to postpone their rounds in the Middle East following the decision not to hold the Bahrain and Saudi …
Lola unveils reborn T70S, a classic design infused with modern materials
April 1st 2026
Lola is manufacturing cars once again, with the news that the legendary T70 will be reborn as a limited run model, the T70S.Limited to just 16 examples, the car will be available as a track or road variant, and is produced with the help of original archive drawings and high-resolution scans of survi …
Ferrari hypercar partnership renewed ahead of 2026 WEC season
April 1st 2026
The Azimut Automobile Heritage Enhancement fund has renewed its partnership with Ferrari Hypercar ahead of the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship opener in Imola on April 19. The collaboration in the Hypercar class began in June 2023, shortly before Ferrari’s win at the Centenary 24 Hours of Le M …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - APRIL 1
April 1st 2026
Wednesday, April 1 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #615 - "Street Performance Redefined: Innovative Carbon Fiber Solutions" by Top Street PerformanceFeaturing Sean Miller, Head of Engineering & Development, Top Street Performance. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to atten …
Formula DRIFT signs exclusive broadcast deal with RACER Network
April 1st 2026
Formula DRIFT and RACER, North America’s largest motorsports media platform, have announced the expansion of their relationship with a groundbreaking approach to media distribution that includes new live programming on RACER Network, exclusive behind-the-scenes content, channelization of FD coverage …
Must See Racing changes hands
March 31st 2026
Must See Racing CEO and President Jim Hanks today announced that he has sold his sprint car series and will step away from the day-to-day operations of the series effectively immediately. The timing of the sale comes less than six weeks before the opening weekend is set to kick off the sixteenth sea …
Jerry Wannarka – 1939-2026
March 31st 2026
Dr. Gerald “Jerry” Wannarka, a devoted member of the Sports Car Club of America™ for more than five decades, passed away on March 20, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of extraordinary service, leadership, and passion for motorsports.After joining the SCCA® in November 1966, Wannarka earned his competit …
Adaptive karting seat gains FIA approval
March 31st 2026
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has approved the first karting seat with roll-hoop attachment to facilitate the participation of disabled drivers in karting events.Following approval from the World Motor Sport Council today, the fiberglass high seat features an innovative laminat …
Tickets for 2026 events on The Dirt Track at Indianapolis Motor Speedway now available
March 31st 2026
Tickets for the two 2026 events on The Dirt Track at Indianapolis Motor Speedway are available online at www.IMS.com and at the IMS Ticket Office.One of the most prestigious events in dirt racing - the BC39 Presented by Avanti Windows & Doors – returns for its eighth running on June 30-July 1. L …
Dystany Spurlock Makes History in Hickory with Impressive 7th-Place Finish in ARCA Menards Series
March 31st 2026
Dystany Spurlock delivered a standout performance at Hickory Motor Speedway Saturday night, finishing seventh and making history as the first Black woman to compete in the ARCA Menards Series East. Driving the No. 66 Foxxtecca Chevrolet for MBM Motorsports and Garage 66, Spurlock started …
NASCAR Hall of Fame reveals Class of 2027, Landmark Award nominees
March 31st 2026
The NASCAR Hall of Fame revealed its ballot of 15 nominees for the Class of 2027 on Sunday, adding Kevin Harvick, Ray Elder and Ernie Elliott to the list of Modern Era candidates for induction.Ray Fox and Herb Nab, two prominent figures from the world of mechanics and crew chiefs, have been added to …
Race-Fan has joined Race Industry Now as a Presenting Sponsor!
March 30th 2026
Race-Fan has teamed up with EPARTRADE as a presenting sponsor of Race Industry Now, the weekly Technical Webinar and Podcast Business series. Race-Fan is joining the impressive lineup of current sponsors: ARP, Old World Industry (PEAK), Fifth Third Bank Motorsports, Ferrea Racing Compone …
IHRA Pro Pulling Series events to be Live Streamed free; MAC Trailer Winter Nationals showcased on m
March 30th 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) is proud to announce that all events in the Fendt High Stakes Series, Champions Tour, Hart’s Diesel Silver Series, Sancrest Western Series presented by Champion Seed, and select member-state events of the IHRA Pro Pulling Series will be livestreamed free …
WRC Community mourns passing of former president Morrie Chandler
March 30th 2026
New Zealander Morrie Chandler, who was in 1997 appointed as an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit in acknowledgement of his service to New Zealand and global motorsport has passed away aged 85.Beginning his career contesting hillclimbs with the Northern Sports Car Club, Chandler quickly rose …
Get an Inside Look at Motorsports Before the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach at the Lions Automobilia
March 27th 2026
Join SAE SoCal, WIMNA–SoCal, and SWE–LA on April 15th for an exciting evening celebrating the world of motorsports just days before the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.This special fireside chat will feature industry leaders from Bridgestone/Firestone and Honda Racing Corporation USA, sharing their e …
Gran Canaria Stadium to host Rally Islas Canarias opener
March 27th 2026
After taking rallying indoors at Gran Canaria Arena in 2025, organisers have raised the bar again by shifting the spectacle to the neighbouring stadium, a venue more commonly associated with top-flight football than flat-out WRC action.With capacity for more than 30,000 spectators, the new setting i …
Mercedes-AMG leverages Track Sport Concept for next-gen GT3 and Black Series
March 27th 2026
In 2025, Mercedes-AMG teased the Concept AMG GT Track Sport. AMG has now revealed that the concept car is the technology platform for two new performance models: the new Mercedes-AMG GT3 and the future Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series.“We are developing the most extreme Black Series ever,” said Michael …
'Top Gun' cam bolsters FOX's IndyCar broadcast toolkit
March 27th 2026
The IndyCar on FOX team is having fun with the creative license they’ve been given to try new cameras, graphics, and vantage points from inside the field of 25 cars.FOX Sports and technical support partner BSI continue to work together on innovations for IndyCar, which started last year with the Dri …
Technical updates: 2026 F1 Japanese Grand Prix
March 27th 2026
Red Bull has introduced an upgrade package as it looks to address its early handling difficulties at the Japanese Grand Prix.The focal point of Red Bull’s development is the sidepod inlet, where the team has revised the design and had to make associated changes as a result. The team says “to ingest …
Cowtown Classic finale at Kennedale canceled; Planning 2027 return
March 27th 2026
With no viable reschedule date available, World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series and Kennedale Speedway Park officials have canceled the remainder of the Cowtown Classic finale.But plans are already in the works for The Greatest Show on Dirt to return to the Texas facility in 2027. The …
Counting Crows to headline Miller Lite Carb Day concert at IMS
March 26th 2026
Special Guest Switchfoot To Open; Fans Can Expect Full Day of EntertainmentGrammy and Academy Award-nominated Counting Crows will headline the Miller Lite Carb Day Concert on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.Counting Crows will be joined by special guest Switchfoot, which will op …
Holley Performance Brands acquires HRX
March 26th 2026
Holley Performance Brands (NYSE: HLLY), a leader in automotive aftermarket performance solutions, today announced it has acquired HRX, an Italian motorsports racewear brand serving drivers and teams across karting and competitive racing categories. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.HRX …
Grammy Award winner Darius Rucker joins Legacy Motor Club investment group
March 26th 2026
Legacy Motor Club confirmed Wednesday afternoon that Darius Rucker has joined its organization as part of the investment group.Rucker, a three-time Grammy-award-winner (two with '90s band Hooties and the Blowfish, and one as a solo country artist), made waves earlier in the day by dropping the news …
Delayed Engine Oil Pressure: Baxter Performance Presents Practical Solutions to Engine Wear
March 25th 2026
Race Industry Now Webinar – Featuring Kevin Baxter, President, Baxter Performance | Hosted by Brad Gillie (SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift)In a recent episode of Race Industry Now, EPARTRADE’s weekly technical webinar series, Kevin Baxter, President of Baxter Performance, delivered a deep technical exp …
Nissan and Alpine Tech extend Formula E partnership for Season 12
March 25th 2026
Nissan Formula E Team has renewed its sponsorship agreement with long-standing partner Alpine Tech for the remainder of Season 12 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. The agreement includes branding on the Japanese outfit’s race cars and drivers’ overalls.Nissan Formula E Team says its partn …
Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series at Atomic Speedway postponed to Sunday March 29
March 25th 2026
Officials with the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing and Atomic Speedway have announced that Friday’s Buckeye Spring 50 has been postponed to Sunday, March 29 due to unfavorable weather conditions.All previously purchased tickets for Atomic Speedway will be honored for the resc …
GRIDLIFE coming to national TV for the first time ever
March 24th 2026
RACER, the largest North American motorsports media platform, and GRIDLIFE, the motorsports festival brand redefining how fans experience grassroots racing in the U.S., today announced that RACER will broadcast 120 hours of complete, live coverage of GRIDLIFE’s 2026 on-track programming.For the firs …
Lamborghini appoints Andrea Reggiani as head of motorsport
March 24th 2026
Andrea Reggiani has been appointed as head of motorsport at Lamborghini, overseeing all areas of the racing division of the Sant’Agata Bolognese firm at an international level. The Italian-Swiss engineer will report directly to Rouven Mohr, chief technical officer of Automobili Lamborghini.Reggiani …
TUFF Wireless and IHRA Pro Pulling Series Extend Successful Collaboration
March 24th 2026
TUFF Wireless, renowned for its top-tier trailer control products, is extending its collaboration with the IHRA Pro Pulling Series into 2026, once again sponsoring the highly popular Pro Farm Tractor class on the Sancrest Western Series presented by Champion Seed."Fans love the close competition in …
Secto Rally Finland wins inaugural UN Tourism–FIA sustainability award
March 24th 2026
Organised by UN Tourism in collaboration with the FIA, the programme recognises projects and events that successfully combine sport and tourism with sustainable development, with judging based on areas including environmental, social and economic impact, innovation, governance, scalability and long- …
Seven teams to run Bridgestone tires in 2026 EWC
March 24th 2026
Bridgestone will supply Battlax motorcycle tires to seven teams in the 2026 FIM Endurance World Championship (EWC), up from five teams in 2025, as it continues a partnership with the series that began in 2017.The announcement follows a successful 2025 season in which the Yamalube YART Yamaha EWC Off …
New management structure for Audi F1 team
March 23rd 2026
Audi has made an adjustment to the management structure of its Formula 1 project. In addition to his existing duties as head of Audi F1 Project, Mattia Binotto will now assume the responsibilities of team principal, with Jonathan Wheatley leaving the Audi Revolut F1 Team with immediate effect for pe …
Proven Motorsports Cooling Technology Platform Available for Partnership, Licensing, or Acquisition
March 23rd 2026
Confidential Motorsports Technology PlatformContact: motorsports.platform.group@gmail.com A proven motorsports cooling technology platform, developed and validated over multiple years in professional racing environments, is now available for strategic partnership, licensing, or potential …
Wheatley leaves his position as Audi team principal
March 23rd 2026
Jonathan Wheatley has left his position as Audi team principal with immediate effect “due to personal reasons,” having been linked with the same role at Aston Martin.Adrian Newey’s surprise move to become team principal late last year left the door open for a longer-term replacement for former boss …
Reggiani appointed as Lamborghini head of motorsport
March 23rd 2026
Lamborghini Squadra Corse has appointed Andrea Reggiani as its new head of motorsport, placing the experienced Italian-Swiss engineer in charge at a pivotal moment for the brand’s racing operations.The Italian-Swiss engineer replaces Rouven Mohr in the role, after Mohr held the position on an interi …
Long Beach GP President and CEO Jim Michaelian dies at 83
March 23rd 2026
Grand Prix Association of Long Beach President & CEO Jim Michaelian, one of the founding staff members of the annual Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, died Saturday, March 21. He was 83 years old.Over the past 51 years, Michaelian served as the Grand Prix Association’s Controller, Chief Operating …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - MARCH 25
March 23rd 2026
Wednesday, March 25 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #614 - "Delayed Engine Oil Pressure and Oil Servicing Solutions" by Baxter PerformanceFeaturing Kevin Baxter, President, Baxter Performance. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UPPast Speakers incl …
Making History: Professional Racer Dystany Spurlock Set for ARCA Menards Series East Debut
March 20th 2026
A historic moment in American motorsports will unfold March 28 at Hickory Motor Speedway when professional racer Dystany Spurlock becomes the first Black woman to compete in a NASCAR-affiliated series. Spurlock, originally from Richmond, Va., will make her debut in the ARCA Menards Series East, …
DS Automobiles to leave Formula E at season's end
March 20th 2026
French carmaker DS has announced it is leaving Formula E at the end of the current season and pivoting its marketing focus to golf and SailGP.Overall, the brand has been part of 18 race victories, 55 podiums, and 26 pole positions in its 11 year stint in Formula E.“After 11 years of pioneering commi …
IMSA names six drivers, four cars to 2026 Hall of Fame class
March 20th 2026
IMSA has unveiled a 10-member class for its 2026 Hall of Fame, headlined by six drivers and four race cars spanning five decades of North American sports car competition.The driver inductees are Bill Auberlen, Butch Leitzinger, Brian Redman, Roger Mandeville, Lyn St. James and Hans-Joachim Stuck. Th …
IMSA reveals 2027 WeatherTech SportsCar Championship calendar
March 20th 2026
In what has become an annual tradition for IMSA, the series revealed the 2027 WeatherTech SportsCar Championship calendar at Sebring International Raceway today.The 2027 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship calendar retains the same 11 races and venues as this year, in the same order and featurin …
Get an Inside Look at Motorsports Before the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach at the Lions Automobilia
March 20th 2026
Join SAE SoCal, WIMNA–SoCal, and SWE–LA on April 15th for an exciting evening celebrating the world of motorsports just days before the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.This special fireside chat will feature industry leaders from Bridgestone/Firestone and Honda Racing Corporation USA, sharing their e …
FIA WEC launches new streaming platform 'FIAWEC+'
March 19th 2026
The FIA World Endurance Championship's brand new streaming platform for 2026, FIAWEC+, has been launched today ahead of the start of the new season.FIAWEC+ offers a significant overhaul of the previous FIA WEC TV offering, with new features including improved live timing functionality and access to …
IMSA mourns loss of Hall of Famer Bob Tullius at age 95
March 19th 2026
IMSA Hall of Famer Robert Charles “Bob” Tullius, a success on the race track and an innovator away from it, died Monday at age 95 in Port Orange, Fla. – only a few miles from Daytona International Speedway which fueled so many of his dreams and achievements over decades of dedication to auto racing. …
Melanie Johnson joins Shift Up Now as first drag racing grant recipient
March 19th 2026
Melanie Johnson has been selected as a 2026 grant recipient by the Shift Up Now Foundation. The announcement, made in celebration of Women’s History Month, marks a significant milestone as Johnson becomes the first drag racer in the organization’s history to receive a grant.The Shift Up Now Foundati …
MPD Racing Announces New Brake Line Quick Disconnect
March 18th 2026
MPD Racing, a recognized leader in high-performance components for Sprint and Midget cars, has released a new quick disconnect for hydraulic brake lines (MPD28600). Designed to allow easy, leak-free servicing of brake components, this hard-anodized aluminum disconnect features -3AN male ends a …
EPARTRADE Race Industry Now Spotlights the Rise of Super Crosskarts
March 18th 2026
The evolution of grassroots and performance-driven motorsports took center stage in Episode #613 of Race Industry Now, EPARTRADE’s weekly webinar and podcast series, featuring Mike Duran, Founder of RiskTaker Racing Products. Hosted by Don Taylor, Director of the Stand 21 Safety Foundation and Motor …
Bridgestone outlines 2026 motorsport activities
March 18th 2026
Bridgestone Corporation has confirmed its motorsports plans for 2026, with continued involvement across a wide range of global and domestic racing categories, from top-tier championships to grassroots events.The manufacturer uses motorsport as a “mobile laboratory”, using track-developed technologie …
USAC Night With The Indy Fuel this Friday March 20
March 18th 2026
Ice hockey meets USAC racing as the Indy Fuel presents USAC Night at the Fishers Event Center on Friday night, March 20.Prior to the ECHL’s Indy Fuel taking the ice for their game against the Utah Grizzlies that night, USAC drivers will be on hand to meet and greet fans during the autograph session. …
Hot Shot’s Secret™ Heads to MATS 2026 with Live Steve Sommers Overnight Drive Broadcasts
March 18th 2026
Hot Shot’s Secret™, the fastest-growing high-performance lubricant brand in the USA, announces plans for a high-energy presence at the 2026 Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS), March 26–28, at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville. Attendees are invited to stop by booth #12036 to hear live broad …
Indiana National Champion Football Coach Curt Cignetti To Drive Indy 500 Pace Car
March 18th 2026
Two-Time National Coach of the Year To Lead Field to Green FlagCurt Cignetti, in celebration of Indiana University Football’s epic undefeated National Championship season, has been named honorary Pace Car driver for the 110th Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge.Cignetti will drive the all-new C …
Walkinshaw TWG Racing announces new ownership, Director
March 17th 2026
Walkinshaw TWG Racing has announced new ownership, welcoming Scott O'Donnell and OFDI Ltd to the team.Confirmed Tuesday, New Zealand businessman O'Donnell joins as Director, with ODFI Ltd purchasing shares in the now Toyota homologation team.The team’s name and entity remains unchanged.O'Donnell and …
10-race Valvoline Weekend Allstars schedule & points fund announced
March 17th 2026
Officials with the Valvoline American Late Model Iron-Man Series fueled by VP have released the 'Valvoline Weekend Allstars' mini-tour within the series.The ten-race schedule will have its own separate points & fund in which drivers can compete to be a 'Weekend Warrior' and earn some extra money …
Remembering Billy Hurt
March 17th 2026
Of those who dedicate their lives to safety efforts at dirt tracks across the country, there were few as committed as Billy Hurt.Hurt was involved in the safety and rescue of Sprint Car drivers for over 23 years, helping to lead safety efforts with the American Sprint Car Series, World of Outlaws NO …
WRC set for UK return with Rally Scotland in 2027
March 17th 2026
Developed in partnership with Motorsport UK, the new gravel-based event will be based in north-east Scotland, with rally headquarters and service park facilities located at the state-of-the-art P&J Live complex in Aberdeen. Stages will run across the surrounding regions of Aberdeenshire and Mora …
Formula 1 postpones Bahrain and Saudi races
March 16th 2026
Formula 1 has officially postponed the two races set to take place in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia next month due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.The fourth and fifth rounds of the 2026 championship were due to take place on April 12 and 19 respectively, but since military action was launched …
FIA WEC confirms new date for Qatar race
March 16th 2026
A new date for the FIA WEC's Qatar 1812Km race has been confirmed following the decision to move the season opener to the back end of the 2026 season due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The event at the Lusail International Circuit, which was planned to take place later this month along …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - MARCH 11
March 13th 2026
Wednesday, March 18 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #613 - "Super Crosskarts & Lightweight Race Platforms - Engineering the Next Generation of Motorcycle-Powered Race Vehicles" by RiskTaker Racing ProductsMike Duran, Founder, RiskTaker Racing Products. Hosted by Joe Castello of WFO Radio.No charge to att …
MOTOR STATE DISTRIBUTING SAFETY SUMMIT A RESOUNDING SUCCESS
March 13th 2026
Motor State Distributing, the industry leader in the distribution of motorsports safety products, hosted its second annual Safety Summit on Saturday, March 7th. With record attendance and manufacturer participation, this standout event brought together racers, builders, manufacturers, and industry e …
Houston Warehouse Offering 28 Pallets of AVGAS for Sale via Bailment Process
March 13th 2026
A warehouse facility in North Houston near the airport is offering 28 pallets of aviation gasoline (AVGAS) for sale through a bailment process due to unpaid storage fees by the product owner.Each pallet contains four drums, with each drum filled with 200 liters of AVGAS. The fuel was produced by Del …
Hot Shot’s Secret® expand sponsorship as Official Fuel Sponsor for the National Tractor Pullers Asso
March 13th 2026
Hot Shot’s Secret®, longtime supporter of the National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA), announces a three-year sponsorship deal with NTPA to be the association’s Official Fuel and Fuel Additive Sponsor, in addition to Test Hook and Full Pull Sponsor for 2026 – 2028. Returning as a Circuit Sponsor …
Schedule change announced for NHRA Arizona Nationals
March 13th 2026
NHRA and Firebird Motorsports Park officials announced time changes for the upcoming FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals presented by NGK Spark Plugs, which takes place March 20-22.Taking an abundance of caution for the expected heat in the weekend forecast, racing in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Serie …
Quarter-Max Racing Components named title sponsor of 2026 IHRA Outlaw Pro Mod Class
March 13th 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) is thrilled to announce that Quarter-Max has officially signed on as the title sponsor for the 2026 IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series - Outlaw Pro Mod Class. This powerhouse partnership unites one of drag racing’s most storied sanctioning bodies with a brand built …
Progressive Insurance returns as title sponsor of American Flat Track in multi-year agreement
March 13th 2026
AMA Pro Racing is pleased to announce that Progressive Insurance will continue to serve as the title sponsor of American Flat Track in a new multi-year agreement, extending a relationship that has helped drive the series’ growth and national reach.Progressive was first named Title Sponsor and Offici …
West Coast Stock Car/Motorsports Hall of Famers Honored
March 12th 2026
Four inductees enshrined into California Racing Hall of Fame BAKERSFIELD, California (March 11, 2026) – Four members of the West Coast Stock Car/Motorsports Hall of Fame have been named to another prestigious group – the American Car Culture Association California Racing Hall of Fame.&nbs …
Hankook unveils new soft tire ahead of WRC Safari Rally Kenya
March 12th 2026
The new Dynapro R213 soft compound has been developed over the past year following feedback from drivers and manufacturers during Hankook’s first season as the championship’s exclusive tyre supplier. While the tyre retains the same tread pattern used on gravel rallies last season, key changes have b …
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca partners with Petersen Museum
March 12th 2026
The Petersen Automotive Museum and WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca have announced a new partnership that will bring together the two iconic institutions to amplify their impact in the automotive and motorsports industries.The Petersen Automotive Museum, recognized as one of the world’s top automotiv …
Safety Innovation Takes Center Stage in Open-Wheel Racing
March 11th 2026
EPARTRADE Webinar Highlights Engineering-Driven Solutions from MPD Racing & Ti22 PerformanceEPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now webinar series recently featured a deep technical discussion on evolving safety standards in sprint car and open-wheel racing. The session, “Meeting Safety Trends in Open Whe …
InPwr joins Andretti Global as primary sponsor for Marcus Ericsson
March 11th 2026
Andretti Global has announced InPwr Inc as the new primary sponsor for Marcus Ericsson’s No. 28 Honda. The electrical design firm will make its debut for the season during this weekend’s Java House Grand Prix of Arlington and return for the Milwaukee doubleheader and Laguna Seca.“It’s really excitin …
Alpine and Phinia continue Formula 1 and Alpenglow partnership
March 11th 2026
Phinia and Alpine are continuing to collaborate to drive innovation in high-performance motorsport and advanced propulsion technologies. Under its aftermarket brand Delphi, Phinia will build on its multi-year collaboration with the BWT Alpine Formula One Team as the sport enters a technically and co …
IMSA selects Diverse Driver Development Scholarship finalists
March 11th 2026
IMSA has selected its 15 finalist for the 2027–28 Diverse Driver Development (3D) Scholarship.The 3D Scholarship promotes and empowers drivers from a variety of backgrounds and experiences to participate in select IMSA-sanctioned series. Of the 15 finalists, 11 have reached this stage for the first …
Rally.TV to broaden its reach with launch of FAST+ channel
March 10th 2026
Rally.TV has launched its FAST+ channel on Pluto TV today (Monday, 9 March) bringing free rally content to viewers in the UK, Spain and Italy.The channel will deliver a curated stream of content from the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) and the FIA European Rally Championship (ERC), including live …