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RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - APRIL 8
April 5th 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 …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Season 7 – Weekly Webinar & Podcast by EPARTRADE
April 1st 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 …
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 – Past Episodes
April 1st 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 …
You are in! Welcome to this session of RACE INDUSTRY NOW!
April 1st 2026
The Presentation will Start Today at 9:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM EST: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, …
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 …
Participants in the EPARTRADE Webinar Series Include:
April 1st 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 …
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 …