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April 29th 2026
The Presentation will Start Today at 9:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM EST: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 S …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Heritage Spotlight: The Evolution of aFe POWER
April 28th 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 …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Season 7 – Weekly Webinar & Podcast by EPARTRADE
April 28th 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, …
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 …
Participants in the EPARTRADE Webinar Series Include:
April 22nd 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 …
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 …
EPARTRADE Race Industry Now Explores the Mechanics of Profitable Racing E-Commerce
April 15th 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 …
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 …
High-fidelity simulation takes center stage at Rodin Motorsport’s new training facility
March 10th 2026
Dynisma’s DMG-1 driving simulator is now fully operational at Rodin Motorsport’s recently unveiled Driver Performance Centre near the team’s headquarters in Farnham, Surrey.The purpose-built facility represents a significant investment in driver development infrastructure. Situated close to Rodin Mo …
ARP Expands Long Standing Partnership with IHRA Pro Pulling Series for 2026
March 10th 2026
Automotive Racing Products (ARP), "The World Leader in High-Performance Automotive Fasteners," marks its fifteenth season with the IHRA Pro Pulling Series with an expanded partnership in 2026."ARP's enduring commitment to the IHRA Pro Pulling Series and our pullers over the last two decades is a tes …
T.50s Niki Lauda supercar cleared for production after GT3 benchmark-beating Bahrain test
March 10th 2026
The T.50s Niki Lauda track supercar has been approved for production after surpassing the Gordon Murray Automotive GT3 race car benchmark at the Bahrain International Circuit in its final production approval test. Four four-time IndyCar World Champion and triple Indy 500 winner Dario Franchitti reco …
Zenvo appoints Mark Harrison as chief commercial officer
March 10th 2026
Zenvo Automotive has appointed industry veteran Mark Harrison as chief commercial officer, as the Danish hypercar maker nears the final development phase of the V12 Aurora. Harrison brings extensive experience in the premium and performance car sector, with previous senior roles at BMW/Mini, McLaren …
IndyCar reveals track layout for Washington, D.C. Freedom 250
March 10th 2026
The layout for August’s Freedom 250 street race around the nation’s capital in Washington D.C. has been revealed, with seven turns and 1.66 miles of to cover per lap.The course, with its longest straight measuring 0.4 miles, runs around the National Mall and will welcome fans for the one-time celebr …
WEC shifts pre-season Prologue test to Imola
March 9th 2026
The FIA World Endurance Championship teams will take part in a pre-season Prologue test at Imola ahead of the first round of the season at the same venue, according to a bulletin sent to the competitors on Friday.The rescheduled Prologue will take place on the 14th of April, with the circuit open fo …
Driven2SaveLives to serve as title sponsor of all four Indiana 2026 High Limit Racing events
March 9th 2026
An Indiana Donor Network program, Driven2SaveLives will fittingly serve as the title sponsor of all four Interstate Batteries High Limit Racing events held in “The Hoosier State” this season. This marks the third consecutive year that D2SL and HLR have teamed up to continue promoting and educating r …
H1 Unlimited to debut new race format In Madison
March 9th 2026
H1 Unlimited introduces a New Race Format debuting in MadisonH1 Unlimited will introduce a new race format at the Madison Regatta, marking an important evolution in how race weekends are structured and decided. The objective behind this change is simple: make every session count, reward consistency, …
Mike Chastain, former Pro Pulling League Series Director, passes away
March 9th 2026
With sadness, the IHRA Pro Pulling Series recognizes the passing of Mike Chastain, former Series Director for the Pro Pulling League, who passed away Friday, March 6th, 2026 after a lengthy illness.Chastain’s career in motorsports extends well beyond the leadership role with the PPL where he played …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - MARCH 11
March 6th 2026
Wednesday, March 11 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #612 - "Meeting Safety Trends in Open Wheel Racing" by MPD Racing & Ti22 PerformanceFeaturing Eddie Smith, Category Manager for Open Wheel Racing Products at Motor State Distributing, Brand Manager for MPD Racing and Ti22 Performance. Hosted by Brad Gil …
Bahrain and Saudi F1 races unlikely to be replaced if canceled
March 6th 2026
Formula 1 is unlikely to replace the upcoming races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia if the pair are canceled due to the ongoing war in the Middle East, RACER understands.Military action launched by the United States and Israel last week has sparked retaliatory strikes from Iran, with countries including …
PIT BOOST Returns For The 2026 CUPRA Raval Madrid E-Prix
March 6th 2026
Formula E and the FIA will introduce PIT BOOST to the 2026 CUPRA Raval Madrid E-Prix, adding an exciting new strategic element powered by the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship official PIT BOOST provider, Fortescue Zero.Drivers will make a mandatory 30-second stop to gain an additional 10% energy …
HSR, Pirelli announce multi-year partnership
March 6th 2026
Pirelli – a leader among global tire giants for more than 150 years – and Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) have announced a new multi-year partnership that will see the leading Italian tire manufacturer become the official presenting partner of the new HSR Mission GT Challenge racing series.Announced …
Bowman to miss Phoenix after vertigo diagnosis
March 6th 2026
Alex Bowman will sit out this weekend’s NASCAR Cup Series race at Phoenix Raceway after being diagnosed with vertigo. Anthony Alfredo, the simulator driver for Hendrick Motorsports and Chevrolet, will drive the No. 48 Hendrick Chevrolet in Bowman’s place.Bowman received the diagnosis after being una …
Women in Motorsports NA Announces Board Leadership Transition and Distinguished Board Appointments
March 5th 2026
Building on a record-setting 2025 that featured continued growth and momentum, Women in Motorsports North America (WIMNA) today announced a significant leadership transition and the appointment of prominent industry leaders to its Board of Directors. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizat …
IHRA Promotes Doug Foley Jr. to Chief Operating Officer of Drag Racing
March 5th 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has promoted Doug Foley Jr. to Chief Operating Officer of Drag Racing, expanding his leadership role within the organization as IHRA continues to grow its national racing programs and strengthen relationships with racers and tracks across the country.Doug …
Ford Racing announces key appointments for its 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship Hypercar progra
March 5th 2026
Ford Racing has announced three key appointments for its 2027 FIA World Endurance Championship Hypercar program with an ORECA-based, V8-powered LMDh.Le Mans-winning race engineer Leena Gade is perhaps the most high-profile signing of the trio. She previously worked with Multimatic on the Mazda DPi p …
ESI Equipment named Official Portable Fire Suppression System Supplier of World Racing Group
March 5th 2026
ESI Equipment, Inc., a leading provider of innovative fire suppression and emergency response solutions, today announced a new strategic partnership with World Racing Group (WRG), the premier sanctioning body for dirt track racing in the United States. Through this partnership, ESI Equipment, Inc. a …
Winning Chassis Set-Ups for Any Type of Race Car: Engineering Precision with Creative Racing Product
March 4th 2026
The ability to extract maximum performance from a race car often comes down to one critical factor: setup precision. During a recent episode of the Race Industry Now webinar series hosted by EPARTRADE, engineers and race industry professionals gathered to explore the technologies and processes behin …
F=ma launches to unify car culture and motorsports into a scalable ecosystem
March 4th 2026
A new company named F=ma has launched to unify and align the media, marketing and experiences surrounding the car culture and motorsports space. F=ma combines three established companies under one roof, giving brands and consumers a clearer, more direct way to participate in and grow car culture and …
Castrol and Audi Revolut Formula 1 Team co-develop EV fluids and lubricants
March 4th 2026
With Formula 1’s 2026 regulation reset coming into effect, Castrol has collaborated with the Audi Revolut F1 Team to develop bespoke lubricants and EV fluids. BP has also been developing a high-performance fuel to power the Audi Revolut F1 Team’s hybrid engine and meet Formula 1 2026 regulations. Bo …
Amkus Rescue Systems to partner with High Limit Racing to advance competitors safety nationwide
March 4th 2026
AMKUS Rescue Systems, a leading manufacturer of rescue tools trusted by first responders and motorsports safety teams worldwide, today announced a new partnership with Interstate Batteries High Limit Racing, one of the fastest-growing sprint car racing series in North America.Through this partnershi …
Famoso Dragstrip hosts NHRA Youth and Education Services program
March 4th 2026
Fabled NHRA member track Famoso Dragstrip hosted a spectacularly successful NHRA Youth and Education Services (YES) program, hosting more than 500 area high school students for a day of learning about motorsports job futures and possibilities.The NHRA Youth & Education Services (YES) program was …
WEC season opener in Qatar postponed, Imola to host first round
March 4th 2026
The 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship season is set to start later than planned, at Imola next month, following a decision from the championship organisers on Tuesday afternoon to postpone the Qatar 1812KM.Initially, the FIA WEC pre-season Prologue test and season opener at the Lusail Internatio …
Ti22 Performance Announces New Sprint Car Fuel Cell Mounting Accessories
March 3rd 2026
Ti22 Performance, a global leader in high-performance Sprint Car components, has released two exciting new solutions for securely mounting fuel cells in sprint cars: the Fuel Cell Bracket (TIP8000) and Clamp-On Fuel Cell Mounts (TIP8004). Made of lightweight hard-anodized aluminum, both products tak …
Hot Shot’s Secret™ Unveils Blue Diamond S8 Severe Duty Gear Oil SAE 75W-80 for Superior Protection
March 3rd 2026
Hot Shot’s Secret™ Blue Diamond Severe Duty S8 Severe Duty Gear Oil (SAE 75W-80) offers the same great protection expected of higher viscosity gear oils with the benefit of improved fuel economy, heat management, and longer drain intervals. Developed from a 100% PAO formula, it is infused with Hot S …
Sandro Munari: 1940 - 2026
March 3rd 2026
Nicknamed “Il Drago” (The Dragon), Munari became synonymous with Lancia’s rise to prominence and played a central role in establishing the manufacturer as an early force in the World Rally Championship. His name remains inseparable from the Lancia Stratos HF, the car he helped develop and drove to m …
F1, C15 Studio renew multi-year deal to run the Formula 1 Channel in the U.S.
March 3rd 2026
Formula 1 has announced the renewal of its partnership with C15 Studio to operate the ‘Formula 1 Channel’ for fans in the U.S., which allows them to watch pre-scheduled programming of classic Grands Prix, popular documentaries and relive the action of the previous race weekend, with full replays, de …
Right Trailers Outlaw Street Series to debut at zMax Dragway
March 3rd 2026
The thrilling new Right Trailers Outlaw Street Series, which features some of the major names from the famous Street Outlaws franchise, will debut on April 24-26 at zMAX Dragway in Charlotte as part of the NHRA 4-Wide Nationals.The exciting new showcase for 2026 will feature 10 drivers, with three r …
Mark Pawuk to debut all-new Dodge Charger Drag Pak in Gainesville
March 3rd 2026
This weekend at the 56th annual AMALIE Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals, Pawuk will strap into the all-new, Hemi-powered '26 Dodge Charger Hustle Stuff Drag Pak by Direct Connection as the latest chapter of his storied career launches on the Gainesville Raceway stage. The debut marks the first tim …
Turn 14 Distribution Announces A Chance To Win The 2024 Ford Mustang Gt Sema Build
March 2nd 2026
Turn 14 Distribution, the industry leader in vehicle aftermarket parts wholesale distribution, announced that purchases on select brands will earn customers points for a chance to win the Turn 14 Distribution x Aeromotive 2024 Ford Mustang GT SEMA build. From March 1 through June 30, 2026, customers …
Dario Marrafuschi appointed head of motorsport at Pirelli
March 2nd 2026
Dario Marrafuschi took over as head of Pirelli’s motorsport business unit on March 1, succeeding Mario Isola, who will support the transition until July 1 before leaving the company.Marrafuschi, who joined Pirelli in 2008, has extensive Formula 1 R&D experience and recently led the development o …
FIA to revise compression ratio tests from June
March 2nd 2026
The FIA has confirmed it will change the way it tests the compression ratios of new Formula 1 power units starting June 1, following claims Mercedes had found a way to exploit the previous inspections.This year the compression ratio limit of the fuel/air mixture in a power unit cylinder has been red …
BeyondMath raises $18.5m to scale foundational physics AI model
March 2nd 2026
Engineering and industrial companies face growing pressure to design more complex systems faster and more sustainably, often relying on legacy simulation tools that struggle to keep pace with modern hardware and AI-driven workflows. BeyondMath addresses this challenge with a foundational AI model tr …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - MARCH 4
March 1st 2026
Wednesday, March 4 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #611- "Winning Chassis Set-Ups For Any Type of Race Car" by Creative Racing ProductsFeaturing Brett Barker, Co-Founder and Chief Engineer, Creative Racing Products; Charles Lewandoski, Founder of ChaLew Performance Products; and Ryan Stone, Multi-time NASCA …
Xtreme Outlaw Midgets Shift Focus to Premier Events
March 1st 2026
After succeeding in its mission to help elevate Midget racing and the drivers in the division, the Xtreme Outlaw Midgets presented by Toyota will continue that initiative in a new fashion this year.Maintaining the goal of putting Midget racers in front of large crowds, Xtreme Outlaw will shift its f …
Netflix set to show Canadian GP as Apple TV carries Drive to Survive
March 1st 2026
Netflix will broadcast this year’s Canadian Grand Prix as a result of a partnership that will also include Apple TV carrying the latest season of the Formula 1 docuseries "Drive to Survive."The partnership was announced by Apple’s senior vice president of services Eddy Cue on Thursday, with Netflix …
Rimac Technology announces leadership transition
February 27th 2026
Rimac Technology has announced two leadership changes as the company enters its next phase of growth, with Nurdin Pitarević, previously chief operating officer (COO), appointed chief executive officer (CEO) and Marko Brkljačić, formerly deputy COO, assuming the role of COO.Mate Rimac, founder of Rim …
Conflux 3D-printed transmission oil cooler completes endurance race in Multimatic car
February 27th 2026
A 3D-printed, configurable transmission oil cooler developed by Conflux Technology has completed a full-distance endurance race in a car engineered by Multimatic Motorsports. Using Conflux’s configurable core platform, the transmission cooler was adapted to the programme’s specific boundary conditio …
IndyCar IOB chairman Nair lays out plans to revamp series' rulebook and tech procedures
February 26th 2026
IndyCar Officiating Board chairman Raj Nair has elaborated on the IOB’s intention to complete a sweeping revision to IndyCar’s rulebook to eliminate oversights and confusion, which he cited as a factor in some of the rule violations that took place in recent seasons.“We've also been looking at the r …
NASCAR, Dover Motor Speedway announce revamped 2026 All-Star Race format
February 26th 2026
NASCAR and Speedway Motorsports has announced details for the 2026 NASCAR All-Star Race, set for Sunday, May 17, marking the first time the annual event will be held at Dover Motor Speedway.This season’s revamped format features a three-segment, 350-lap event that places every driver on track to sta …
Pirelli head of motorsport Isola to leave tire manufacturer in July
February 26th 2026
Pirelli’s head of motorsport Mario Isola will leave the tire manufacturer in July, handing over duties to Dario Marrafuschi on March 1.Isola (pictured above) has been in charge of Pirelli’s motorsport activities for the past 10 years after taking over from Paul Hembery, often fulfilling the role of …
McLaren Racing extends technology partnership with Dell Technologies
February 25th 2026
McLaren Racing has announced an extension of its partnership with Dell Technologies, continuing a long-standing collaboration that supports the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team and McLaren F1 Sim Racing Team on and off the track.The partnership, which began in 2018, has become a critical part of ho …
ZC Rubber extends partnership with Red Bull Driftbrothers
February 25th 2026
ZC Rubber has announced it is extending its partnership with the Red Bull Driftbrothers. Since last year, the Chinese tire manufacturer has been the official tire and equipment partner of the German motorsport team featuring Elias and Johannes Hountondji under its Westlake Performance Tires brand. T …
New-look 2026 EKO Acropolis Rally Route revealed
February 25th 2026
Revealed this morning (25 February), the 2026 edition will span the Attica, Peloponnese and Central Greece regions and take in a mix of old, returning and new stages totaling more than 320km.Beginning with a super special stage on Thursday night in Athens, crews and vehicles will be shipped from the …
Stacy Compton named General Manager of Pulaski County Motorsports Park
February 25th 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) proudly announces that Stacy Compton has been appointed General Manager of Pulaski County Motorsports Park, the historic Virginia racing facility formerly known as Motor Mile Speedway.A native of Hurt, Virginia, Compton built his racing career on short tr …
Buddy Hull to debut FS Mustang Funny Car at Gatornationals
February 25th 2026
Hull Racing, led by team owner and driver Buddy Hull, will start the 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series at the historic Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals with new sponsor and marketing partner FS Performance and Sam Pack Ford on their Funny Car. The design will mirror the 2025 high-p …
Firestone to introduce ENLITEN™ Technology in IndyCar tires
February 25th 2026
Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) announced Feb. 24 that Firestone Racing will usher in the 2026 INDYCAR season with Firehawk race tires that integrate Bridgestone global ENLITEN™ Technology.Beginning at this weekend’s Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg, both the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and INDY NXT …
WRC Promoter awarded FIA Three-Star Environmental Accreditation
February 24th 2026
WRC Promoter has been awarded FIA Three-Star Environmental Accreditation, the top tier within the FIA’s environmental framework and a recognition of best practice in structured environmental management and continual improvement.The certification follows a renewal audit conducted on 5 December 2025, …
IHRA surpasses 110 sanctioned tracks
February 24th 2026
We have officially reached 111 sanctioned drag racing facilities worldwide, marking the largest sanctioned track base in IHRA history and establishing IHRA as the global leader in drag racing facility sanctioning.This milestone represents a 70 percent increase over last season and the most significa …
Formula Drift announces major 2026 competition format changes in partnership with Race Data Labs
February 24th 2026
As the world’s leading drift series, Formula DRIFT is constantly reviewing its competition format and has historically shown itself willing to make sweeping changes to improve the experience of teams and fans alike. Following the second year of its All-Tandem Qualifying format, the series organizers …
IndyCar unveils regulatory, technical updates ahead of 2026 season
February 24th 2026
As IndyCar teams continue to wait for the 2026 rulebook to be issued, the series has released a few updates to its technical and procedural regulations.The first is a conformation of the shift RACER recently revealed where teams will be required to use Firestone’s alternate tire compounds twice duri …
K1 Speed Opens Indoor Go-Kart Facility in New Jersey
February 23rd 2026
Indoor go-kart operator, K1 Speed, announced the opening of its new Totowa facility, bringing accessible racing to Northeast New Jersey. This location is the first K1 Speed center on the East Coast to feature dual elevated go-kart tracks, company officials stated in a press release.The all-weather f …
Indianapolis 500 veteran Hucul dies at 79
February 23rd 2026
Canadian driver Cliff Hucul, a veteran of three Indianapolis 500 starts in the late 1970s, died Feb. 17 on his farm in his native Prince George, British Columbia. He was 79.Hucul made three consecutive Indy 500 starts from 1977-79. His best finish came as a rookie in 1977, 22nd in the No. 29 Team Ca …
Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America announces details for 30th Anniversary Ride
February 23rd 2026
Former NASCAR driver and current racing analyst Kyle Petty today officially announced the complete route and overnight stops for the 30th Anniversary Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America (KPCRAA). For the milestone edition, the 30th Anniversary KPCRAA will truly cross the United States, starting i …
Vote set for proposed change to F1 compression ratio tests
February 20th 2026
The FIA has proposed a new approach to the way it tests for compression ratio limits, with Formula 1's power unit manufacturers to vote on whether to approve a mid-season change that could hamper Mercedes.The Mercedes power unit has been the center of discussion through the off-season over reports i …
Open Wheel Showdown adds $10,000 to win Non-Wing Sprint Car division for 2026
February 20th 2026
The fourth annual Open Wheel Showdown is excited to announce the addition of Non-Wing Sprint Cars for its 2026 running at The Bullring at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, November 5–7.The new division will headline Friday Night’s Honest Abe Roofing Qualifying Night, serving as the featured event of the eve …
IndyCar Expands Global Broadcast Presence for 2026
February 20th 2026
International Expansion Continues to Drive Global Visibility of North America’s Premier Open-Wheel SeriesINDYCAR is intensifying its efforts in 2026 to reach global audiences during the 18-race NTT INDYCAR SERIES season. A strong network of international partners, including new media and broadcast r …
Long-time Škoda Motorsport team manager Pavel Hortek passes away at age 76
February 19th 2026
A respected and familiar presence in the service park for more than two decades, Hortek played a key role in Škoda’s rise to prominence in the modern era of rallying and was instrumental in guiding the Czech manufacturer through one of the most successful chapters in its history.Hortek’s rally caree …
NHRA Factory Stock Showdown sets nine-race schedule for 2026
February 19th 2026
Flexjet, a global leader in private aviation, will continue as the title sponsor of the exciting NHRA Factory Stock Showdown class, which will make nine appearances at NHRA national events during the upcoming 2026 season. Two-time world champion Mark Pawuk will be looking to make it three championsh …
NASCAR announces the launch of NASCAR Local Racing Series Powered by O’Reilly Auto Parts
February 19th 2026
NASCAR today announced the launch of the NASCAR Local Racing Series Powered by O’Reilly Auto Parts, a strategic reframing of its longstanding grassroots racing platform designed to more clearly reflect the vital role local short tracks play in communities across the United States and Canada.Formerly …
Supercars ratifies center of gravity adjustments
February 19th 2026
Supercars has ratified a centre of gravity (CoG) adjustment to match the three Gen3 models after specific CoG testing took place post the on track Bathurst 12 Hour test.The 2026 Repco Supercars Championship will commence at this weekend’s DUNLOP Sydney 500, with pre-season testing also taking place …
Mission Foods extends sponsorship with Racing America
February 19th 2026
Racing America has announced that Mission Foods is extending its partnership, continuing its designation as the Official Tortillas, Wraps, Flatbreads and Tortilla Chips of Racing America. In addition to its familiar logo appearing on all cars competing in the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli, Fo …
John Kilroy - 2025 PRI Hall of Fame Inductee
February 18th 2026
My Dad, the Hall of FamerWhen I finally attended the Performance Racing Industry Show in December, it felt like I’d made a pilgrimage. I arrived with my mother, sister, and brother—all of whom felt similar. We’d heard about the show in rich and regular detail since 1990 from our late patriarch, John …
ARP Continues Support of Grassroots Drag Racing
February 18th 2026
While ARP has long been an NHRA Major Sponsor, posting for use of its head studs (or bolts) for all Sportsman categories at all National events, the company also supports grassroots racers in other venues.At the upcoming Good Vibrations March Meet, to be held on March 5-8 at Famoso Dragstrip near Ba …
Pulaski County Motorsports Park names Stacy Compton as GM, announces 2026 schedule
February 18th 2026
Pulaski County Motorsports Park has announced its 2026 racing schedule.The track will host the inaugural IHRA Stock Car Series event on March 21st, before beginning its Weekly Racing series on April 25th. The IHRA Stock Car Series will return on July 25th for the fifth race in the eight-race series, …
Barcelona to remain on F1 calendar in rotation with Spa-Francorchamps
February 18th 2026
Barcelona will remain on the Formula 1 calendar on a rotational basis beyond this year, alternating with Spa-Francorchamps until 2032.F1 had already announced a move towards calendar rotation for certain venues, with Belgium signing a deal that will have Spa host a grand prix in 2026, 2027, 2029 and …
Helix and McMurtry redefine electric hypercars with Spéirling Pure Electric Fan Hypercar
February 18th 2026
Helix has partnered with electric hypercar brand McMurtry Automotive to develop a bespoke drive motor system for the McMurtry Spéirling Pure Electric Fan Hypercar. The new system is compatible with McMurtry’s gearbox.Featuring two Helix SPX242-94 motors at the rear, Spéirling can deliver up to 1,000 …
International Hot Rod Association Acquires Atlanta Dragway
February 18th 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has officially acquired Atlanta Dragway in Banks County, just outside Commerce, Georgia, marking an important step in bringing one of the Southeast’s most historic drag racing facilities back to life.Originally opened in 1976, Atlanta Dragway became a cor …
Kalitta Motorsports, Mac Tools Celebrate 25th Anniversary Season
February 17th 2026
One of the longest-running partnerships in sports marketing history is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2026 as Mac Tools continues its decades-long Kalitta Motorsports partnership. The 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing season begins March 6-8 at the Amalie Oil NHRA Gatornationals in Gainesvill …
PITLab selects VI-grade compact simulator to advance mobility research at Imola Circuit
February 17th 2026
VI-grade has announced that the newly established PITLab – Performance of Innovative Mobility Test Laboratory, located at Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari – has selected its Compact simulator to support research in sustainable and safe mobility.PITLab is a joint research initiative betwe …
Bf1systems launches pocket-size instant TPMS diagnostic tool
February 17th 2026
Bf1systems has launched 1System QuickScan, a pocket-size diagnostic tool designed to give engineers and technicians immediate access to critical tire pressure monitoring system sensor data. The solution has been developed to support the high-pressure reality of motorsport operations.Instant insight1 …
Foyt and Penske to continue technical alliance
February 17th 2026
The technical alliance between AJ Foyt Racing and Team Penske is set to continue through 2026 and 2027. Leaders from both teams confirmed the extension in calls on Monday with RACER.The partnership between IndyCar’s oldest team and IndyCar’s most successful team began towards the end of the 2023 cha …
IndyCar to mandate two stints on alternate tires for street races
February 17th 2026
The IndyCar Series is turning something it trialed in 2025 into a formal change this season where drivers will be required to use Firestone’s faster alternate tire compound two times in each of the six street races.RACER has learned teams were recently made aware of the series’ intent to require dou …
Suspension Brand Hellwig Products Celebrates 80th Anniversary In 2026
February 16th 2026
Hellwig Products, a manufacturer of towing, hauling and performance suspension products, is celebrating its 80th anniversary in 2026. The milestone achievement also comes alongside fourth-generation CEO Melanie Hellwig-White’s first year as SEMA chairperson.Hellwig will mark its 80th anniversary wit …
NHRA, FOX Sports announce 2026 NHRA TV schedule
February 16th 2026
Coming off a standout season that included the most-watched race in NHRA history, NHRA officials and FOX Sports released the television schedule for the upcoming 2026 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, a year that also celebrates NHRA’s 75th Anniversary.All 20 races, along with the Right …
NASCAR names POET Official Bioethanol Partner, becomes first major motorsports series to utilize zer
February 16th 2026
NASCAR today announced a landmark partnership with POET, the world’s largest producer of biofuels, naming the company the Official Bioethanol Partner of NASCAR. As part of the agreement, NASCAR will become the first major motorsports series to utilize zero-carbon bioethanol in combination with its e …
Red Bull Ford Powertrains reveals how metrology partner Hexagon helped shape its first F1 powertrain
February 13th 2026
Red Bull Ford Powertrains has revealed how advanced measurement technologies from metrology partner Hexagon have been integral to the development of its first F1 powertrain.The super-high-performance powertrain has been built to meet the new demanding 2026 F1 regulations for smaller, lighter, more n …
Tokyo E-Prix doubleheader set for night race format
February 13th 2026
Formula E has announced that this year's Tokyo E-Prix will feature a pair of night races.The Tokyo E-Prix – which takes place on the streets around the Tokyo Big Sight convention center on the Tokyo Bay waterfront July 23-26 – was the first organized professional street racing event to take place in …
Alpine withdrawing from WEC Hypercar at season’s end
February 13th 2026
Alpine has confirmed it will withdraw from the FIA World Endurance Championship's Hypercar class after the 2026 season. The news comes amid a change in motorsport strategy from the French brand, which will see it focus solely on Formula 1 going forward.“We have had to take hard decisions to protect …
Chevrolet, Honda make multiyear commitment to IndyCar
February 13th 2026
INDYCAR today announced a multiyear commitment from Chevrolet and Honda to continue as official Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) of INDYCAR and the NTT INDYCAR SERIES. Each OEM agreement will commence in 2027 and run for multiple years, reflecting the upward trajectory of the sport and new in …
KEY PARTNERS CONTINUE SUPPORT OF ELITE MOTORSPORTS IN 2026
February 12th 2026
As Elite Motorsports continues to solidify its standing as the largest professional team in the Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing Series, the organization has stayed dedicated to maintaining and building relationships with its longtime partners. Johnson’s Horsepowered Garage, the very best in cust …
Turn 14 Distribution Announces 2025 Supplier Award Winners
February 12th 2026
Turn 14 Distribution honors partners Vossen Wheels, QA1, and Competition Clutch with its Supplier Awards, recognizing exceptional collaboration through 2025. Turn 14 Distribution, a leading wholesale distributor of automotive and powersports aftermarket parts, announced the recipients of its 2025 Su …
Porsche Formula E Gen4 race car moves forward
February 12th 2026
Porsche Motorsport has provided an update on development of its next Formula E race car, which has been undergoing testing since November 2025.The new all-electric single-seater Gen4 Porsche complies with the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship’s fourth-generation vehicle regulations and features u …
Thwaits joins Racing America as Chief Operating Officer
February 12th 2026
Racing America announced that Ken Thwaits has been named Chief Operating Officer, succeeding the late Michael Printup. In his new role, Thwaits will oversee all race series operations across Racing America’s portfolio, including the Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli, Sportscar Vintage Racing Asso …
Interstate Batteries to become title sponsor of High Limit Racing
February 12th 2026
After dipping its toes into the sprint car waters the last two seasons by sponsoring drivers McKenna Haase, Christopher Bell and Daryn Pittman in a handful of High Limit Racing events, Interstate Batteries has gone all in on the national sprint car scene by becoming the title sponsor of the elite 41 …
USAC national racing to be available on MyRacePass for 2026 season
February 11th 2026
USAC national racing will be available on MyRacePass for the entirety of the 2026 season.That includes the full seasons for the USAC Silver Crown, AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship and NOS Energy Drink Midget National Championship, which can be downloaded on the MyRaceApp.“All of us at MyRaceP …
Kumho Tires announces return to off-road racing
February 11th 2026
Kumho Tire US has returned to off-road racing, supporting three drivers in the annual extreme off-road race in Johnson Valley, California. Stephen ‘Woody’ Rose Jr. (#22), Eric Wikle (#406) and Mark Duval (#4810) tested the Kumho Road Venture MT71 mud-terrain tires on February 6 over challenging terr …
Wally Parks 75th Anniversary Appreciation Fund part of $27 million 2026 payout
February 11th 2026
NHRA has announced the introduction of the Wally Parks 75th Anniversary Appreciation Fund for 2026’s milestone season, a special initiative that will pay out $500,000 over the course of the celebratory year and recognize teams in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series who continue to carry forwar …
Trans Am Series unveils 2026 TA Cup National Championship schedule
February 11th 2026
The Trans Am Series presented by Pirelli will add a TA Cup National Championship title for Trans Am’s 60th anniversary season. The 2026 TA Cup National Championship schedule features a five-track, six-race lineup that will showcase the class at some of North America’s most iconic road courses. The s …
Dixon, Dallara to be inducted into Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum Hall of Fame
February 11th 2026
TThe Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum has announced Scott Dixon and Giampaolo Dallara as the two inductees for the Class of 2026. They will be formally celebrated at the Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Dinner on Thursday, May 21 at the Indiana Roof Ballroom in downtown Indianapolis. …
NASCAR, Mack Trucks reach multiyear extension
February 10th 2026
Mack Trucks and NASCAR® today announced a multiyear extension of their partnership, continuing the designation of Mack as the “Official Hauler of NASCAR.” As part of the expanded agreement, NASCAR has added 11 all-new Mack Pioneer™ 76-inch High-Roof Sleeper models to its fleet, with the trucks makin …
Dunlop extends MXGP official tire partnership in multi-year deal
February 10th 2026
Dunlop Motorcycle Europe and Infront Moto Racing have extended their partnership, with Dunlop continuing as an official tire partner of the FIM Motocross World Championship (MXGP) under a new multi-year agreement.Dunlop’s extension follows its most successful MXGP season, with Kawasaki Racing Team’s …
Motorsport Technology Expo to Launch in the UK This September
February 9th 2026
Motorsport Technology Expo will launch in the UK this September, introducing a new industry-led exhibition and conference dedicated to the technologies and engineering solutions shaping the future of motorsport and performance automotive markets. Taking place on 15–16 September 2026 at the Farn …
Schedules set for Dash 4 Cash, Triple Truck Challenge in 2026
February 9th 2026
NASCAR officials announced Thursday that two incentive programs would return, solidifying the dates and tracks for the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series Dash 4 Cash and the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Triple Truck Challenge in 2026.Both initiatives offer qualified drivers the opportunity to receiv …
NASCAR Channel and FloSports to simulcast 16 races live
February 9th 2026
NASCAR and FloSports today announced an expanded slate of racing events that will bring FloRacing coverage livethroughout the 2026 season to the NASCAR Channel, further expanding the reach of short-track racing across North America.The 2026 simulcast schedule includes:Friday, February 6 – World Seri …
Swindon Powertrain appointed official engine partner for Walkinshaw TWG Racing
February 9th 2026
Swindon Powertrain has been appointed official engine partner to Walkinshaw TWG Racing, the homologation team for Toyota’s entry into the 2026 Repco Supercars Championship, signifying the next step in the partnership. The company is developing and supplying key components for the GEN3 Toyota GR Supr …
IMSA Rolex 24 sets attendance record, viewership soars
February 9th 2026
The sight of more fans on the ground for the 64th running of IMSA’s Rolex 24 At Daytona than any of its 63 previous runnings was matched by multiple records being set by the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship across its social channels during the Jan. 22-25 event.With the final numbers tallied by IM …
BAXTER PERFORMANCE ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF “EVAC-U-FILTER” OIL FILTER EVACUATION ADAPTER
February 6th 2026
Baxter Performance, the leading manufacturer of Cartridge to Spin-On Oil Filter Adapters for the automotive and truck market, is proud to unveil its latest innovation: the Patent Pending “EVAC-U-FILTER” Oil Filter Evacuation Adapter. Designed for engines using spin-on oil filters, including cars, tr …
Intercomp Extends Partnership with ARCA Menards Series for 2026 and Beyond
February 6th 2026
Intercomp Racing, the leader in precision measurement solutions and wireless scale systems for all forms of motorsports, proudly announces the extension of its longstanding partnership with the ARCA Menards Series through the 2028 Season. The agreement continues Intercomp’s role as the Officia …
Caterham and Motul unite to power road and race cars
February 6th 2026
Caterham and Motul have announced the renewal of their partnership, bringing together Caterham’s lightweight sportscar expertise and Motul’s long-standing know-how in high-performance lubrication, built on more than 170 years of experience.The long-term agreement means that every new Caterham Seven …
Ed Iskenderian, beloved "Camfather" of hot rodding, passes away at 104
February 5th 2026
Ed Iskenderian, the enduring and beloved “Camfather” of hot rodding, passed away Feb. 4. He was 104.Iskenderian was born July 10, 1921, in Cutler, in Central California, and was insatiably curious about mechanics and technology. His first job was repairing vacuum tube radios. According to NHRA histo …
Arrow McLaren opens new headquarters in Indianapolis
February 5th 2026
Arrow McLaren unveiled its new home on Wednesday in front of 200 guests after the former Andretti Global shop it purchased in 2024 was renovated and expanded from 30,000 sq-ft to 86,000 sq-ft to accommodate its IndyCar Series program."We’re very excited to be operating out of the McLaren Racing Cent …
World Racing Group expands use of incident data recorders (IDR) with World of Outlaws NOS Energy
February 5th 2026
Continuing World Racing Group’s efforts to improve safety in motorsports, the organization will expand upon its use of incident data recorders (IDR) with the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series.The IDRs, developed by the FIA and already utilized by groups like NASCAR and IMSA, will b …
Larry Foyt, Michelle Collins, and Brent Cox elected to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum
February 5th 2026
Larry Foyt, Michelle Collins, and Brent Cox have been elected to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum's board of directors.Larry Foyt is president of A.J. Foyt Enterprises, Inc., managing the day-to-day operations of AJ Foyt Racing. During his tenure, he oversaw the team’s expansion from a one-car …
MOTOR STATE DISTRIBUTING ANNOUNCES 2026 SAFETY SUMMIT Watervliet, MI, March 7, 2026
February 4th 2026
Motor State Distributing will host its second annual Safety Summit, presented by K1 Racegear. Scheduled for Saturday, March 7th, 2026, at Lane Automotive in Watervliet, Michigan, the Safety Summit brings together racers, track owners and promoters, and manufacturers to learn more about safety on and …
The 7th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK will be held Nov. 30 – Dec. 3, 2026
February 4th 2026
Join EPARTRADE and RACER for four days of LIVE webinars with the world’s top race industry leaders, sanctioning bodies, and promoters—packed with insights, strategies, and trends you won’t want to miss!No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTERPast Speakers include Michael Andretti, Ross Braw …
Schneider Electric becomes McLaren Racing energy technology partner
February 4th 2026
McLaren Racing has announced Schneider Electric as its official energy technology partner, supporting the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 team, the Arrow McLaren IndyCar team, McLaren F1 Academy, as well as the McLaren United Autosports WEC Hypercar team.Schneider and McLaren Racing will develop and de …
SRO expands GT Academy driver development program
February 4th 2026
SRO GT Academy will expand its development program this season by providing six drivers from as many different series with career-advancement opportunities for 2027.Open to FIA Silver-graded drivers under the age of 30, the Academy will take a holistic approach to encouraging new talent. This year's …
Charlotte Motor Speedway fall weekend returns to oval layout in 2026
February 4th 2026
For the first time since 2017, NASCAR’s fall weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway will return to the oval in 2026.Speedway Motorsports CEO Marcus Smith confirmed Tuesday on the “Dale Jr. Download” podcast that the classic 1.5-mile oval will host the NASCAR Cup Series, O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and C …
Motorcycle Drag Racer Dystany Spurlock Aims for Historic NASCAR ARCA Series Bid
February 4th 2026
Professional motorcycle drag racer Dystany Spurlock is beginning the journey to fulfill a lifelong dream of racing in NASCAR’s Cup Series, taking the first steps on that path as she prepares to compete in the ARCA Menards Series during the 2026 season. Instead of a one-time debut, Spurlock will …
Gibson hits mileage milestone with GK428 engine
February 3rd 2026
Gibson Technology has clocked up 6,000,000km with its GK428 engine. The milestone for the GK428, launched in 2017, was achieved at the Rolex 24 at Daytona International Speedway in Florida, where Gibson powered 13 cars in the LMP2 class.The GK428 is a 4.2-liter engine currently supplied to all the L …
SCCA National Championship Runoffs to Return to Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta in 2027
February 3rd 2026
The Sports Car Club of America™ National Championship Runoffs® – the pinnacle of amateur road racing in the United States – will be hosted at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta in Braselton, GA, for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. This decision marks an exciting new chapter for one of motorsport’s most iconic …
IHRA Appoints Bob Teague as Chief Referee and Gary Stray as Technical Director for Offshore Powerboa
February 3rd 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the appointment of Bob Teague as Chief Referee and Gary Stray as Technical Director for the IHRA Offshore Powerboat Series, strengthening race operations and technical oversight as the organization continues building a professional, and un …
IndyCar announces Freedom 250 GP of Washington, D.C. as 18th race in 2026
February 2nd 2026
The IndyCar Series has expanded its 17-race calendar for 2026 to include a brand-new street race around Washington, D.C. as part of the country’s 250th birthday celebrations.The Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington D.C. was formalized with “an executive order signed today by President Donald J. Trum …
IHRA Pro Stock to Replace Factory Stock Showdown (F.S.S.) Beginning in 2026
February 2nd 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) announced today that IHRA Pro Stock will officially replace the Factory Stock Showdown (F.S.S.) category beginning with the 2026 season. The IHRA Pro Stock class will feature factory-built, supercharged platforms, including the Chevrolet COPO Camaro, Dodg …
RACE INDUSTRY WEEK 2025 was Spectacular - Watch The Recordings
February 2nd 2026
Speakers included Kyle Larson, 2025 and 2021 NASCAR Cup Series Champion; Tony Stewart, 3-Time NASCAR Cup Series Champion, Owner of Tony Stewart Racing and Top Fuel NHRA Winner; Leah Pruett, NHRA Star and 12-time Top Fuel Event Winner; Steve O'Donnell, President of NASCAR; Doug Boles, President of IN …
Eagle Raceway officially passed down to the next generation of Hadan family.
February 2nd 2026
Eagle Raceway has officially been passed down to the next generation of the Hadan family. Roger Hadan has owned Eagle Raceway since 2007, after leasing and promoting the speedway in 2006 before completing the purchase. Racetrack promotion must run in the family as Roger's grandpa Albert Hadan built …
NASCAR Clash pushes to Wednesday after historic North Carolina snowfall
February 2nd 2026
The Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium has been postponed to Wednesday, Feb. 4 at 6 p.m. ET on FOX due to historic snowfall in North Carolina over the weekend.The National Weather Service reported Winston-Salem, North Carolina, received 8-10 inches of snow Saturday, while the Charlotte area — rou …
Turn 14 Distribution Announces Winner Of T14 X Superpro Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro Giveaway
January 30th 2026
Turn 14 Distribution has officially announced the winner of the T14 x SuperPro Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro Giveaway, marking the conclusion of a months-long build and testing program capped with a dealer-exclusive promotion. Built with real-world performance in mind, this 2023 Solar Octane Toyota Sequoia …
Miller Industries becomes Official Towing and Recovery Equipment Partner of NASCAR
January 30th 2026
NASCAR announced today that Miller Industries Inc. (NYSE: MLR), the world’s leading manufacturer of towing and recovery equipment, has strengthened their presence in the sport and agreed to a long-term deal to serve as the Official Towing and Recovery Equipment Provider of NASCAR. Under the agreemen …
Tim Cindric returns to Penske
January 30th 2026
Tim Cindric’s next job in the sport will be with a familiar group as Team Penske’s former president has accepted an offer to return and serve as Scott McLaughlin’s race strategist with the No. 3 Team Penske Chevy IndyCar program.The surprising development comes with a role that will be limited to ra …
MissionH24 accelerates hydrogen innovation with AVL Racetech simulation technology
January 30th 2026
AVL Racetech has joined MissionH24, a program led by H24Project and the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO) focused on developing hydrogen-based, zero-emission powertrains for endurance racing. AVL Racetech (the motorsport division of Austrian tech company AVL) provides advanced vehicle simulatio …
USAC adds $20,000 to National Drivers Championship
January 29th 2026
The Mike Curb USAC National Drivers Championship returns for 2026 with an increased $20,000 reward going to the driver who accrues the most combined points throughout the USAC national season.The honor encompasses attaining points throughout each and every points-paying USAC Silver Crown, AMSOIL Nat …
SPEEDMASTER SIGNS MULTI-YEAR DEAL AS CO-PRIMARY SPONSOR OF JOSH HART’S TOP FUEL DRAGSTER
January 29th 2026
John Force Racing (www.johnforceracing.com) and Speedmaster (www.speedmaster79.com) have reached agreement on a multi-year partnership for the global leader in high-performance automotive parts and motorsports culture to serve as the co-primary sponsor, with Burnyzz Speed Shop, of the Top Fuel …
FOX expands NASCAR coverage to Mexico, Latin America
January 28th 2026
FOX reaffirmed its position as the undisputed leader in the sports media industry in Mexico and Latin America by announcing the addition of NASCAR to its screens starting Feb. 1. This strategic partnership not only expands FOX’s already robust portfolio of broadcast rights, but also reflects its goa …
Goodyear to debut new left-side tire for Bowman Gray Clash
January 28th 2026
Goodyear will unveil a new tire for the first on-track competition of the NASCAR Cup Series season, debuting redesigned left-side rubber for Sunday’s Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium (8 p.m. ET, FOX, MRN Radio, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio).The new left-side tires will pair with familiar right-sides, …
Fox Sports and NASCAR Studios have announced a new documentary about the death of Dale Earnhardt
January 28th 2026
Fox Sports and NASCAR Studios have announced a new documentary about the death of Dale Earnhardt, which will premiere the week leading into the season-opening Daytona 500.“We’ve Lost Dale Earnhardt: 25 Years Later” will air at 10 p.m. ET, Feb. 12, on Fox Sports 1 following the two qualifying races a …
Google Cloud becomes principal AI partner of Formula E
January 28th 2026
Formula E has announced a multi-year partnership with Google Cloud, which has been named principal artificial intelligence (AI) partner of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.The partnership aims to demonstrate the potential of AI to drive positive impact across Formula E’s business operations. …
Unnamed Mercedes Benz Mythos model undergoes arctic testing
January 28th 2026
Mercedes‑AMG’s second model of the exclusive Mercedes‑Benz Mythos series has entered testing. The limited-production performance and sports car sub-brand offers bespoke designs inspired by racing history. It is currently putting a still‑unannounced model through intensive testing near the Arctic Cir …
Enovation Consulting Wins the Motorsport UK 2025 Environmental Award
January 27th 2026
Enovation Consulting, a B Corporation-certified independent sports sustainability consultancy led by former F1 engineer Dr. Cristiana Pace, has received the prestigious Motorsport UK Environmental Award, recognising its contribution in setting new standards for integrating environmental, social and …
Briscoe, Pawlowski join Rahal Letterman Lannigan IndyCar program
January 27th 2026
Rahal Letterman Lanigan’s busy offseason of talent acquisition has continued, with the hiring of race-winning IndyCar Series driver and former PREMA Racing sporting director Ryan Briscoe and race engineer Mike Pawlowski for its three-car program.For Briscoe, the task at hand is coaching RLL’s driver …
2026 USAC National Sprint Car & Midget Rule Updates
January 27th 2026
USAC has announced a number of rule updates and enforcements to be implemented beginning with the 2026 season for USAC’s AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship and NOS Energy Drink Midget National Championship divisions.Rule updates were discussed by USAC competitors during the annual competition m …
Super Cat Class Aligns With 2026 IHRA Offshore National Championship Series
January 27th 2026
The Super Cat class will align with the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA), joining the IHRA Offshore National Championship Series in 2026 as part of a continued effort to elevate offshore powerboat racing through a stronger, more unified national platform.The alignment brings one of offshore …
World of Outlaws sets 2026 western swing
January 26th 2026
The 2026 western swing for the World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series is set.After a weekend in Kansas that features trips to Belleville High Banks (Sept. 11) and Dodge City Raceway Park (Sept. 12) and a Monday night stop in Colorado at El Paso County Raceway (Sept. 14), The Greatest Sh …
Daytona extends Rolex sponsorship
January 26th 2026
Daytona International Speedway has announced a long-term extension of its partnership with Rolex, which will continue as title sponsor and official timepiece of the Rolex 24 at Daytona.The agreement ensures the Swiss watchmaker’s ongoing association with IMSA’s flagship endurance race, a relationshi …
IMSA announces new Labs development platform and partnership with NASA
January 26th 2026
The third annual IMSA Technology Symposium was held Friday morning at nearby Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where the series made two significant announcements: The launch of the new IMSA Labs development platform, and a new Space Act Partnership with NASA.IMSA Labs is a formalized platform f …
Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 to use Microsoft cloud and enterprise AI technologies to enhance racing per
January 26th 2026
Microsoft and the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team have announced a multiyear partnership that will use Microsoft’s cloud and enterprise AI technologies to enhance race team performance.The 2026 Formula 1 regulation changes usher in a new era of racing with increased electrification, efficiency and sus …
Formula E Becomes World's First B Corp Certified Sport
January 23rd 2026
By securing this status, the series codifies its mission to ‘Make Progress Thrilling’, challenging a sports industry that has traditionally prioritised spectacle over systemic impact.Achieving B Corp status is a bold statement of intent as Formula E sets a new global standard for what modern sport c …
Ford and Red Bull Racing accelerate 2026 F1 power unit development with advanced manufacturing and s
January 23rd 2026
Ford Racing has provided an update on its joint technology development efforts with Red Bull Racing. Both teams say they are focused on reducing development cycle times in Formula 1. “If it takes you 16 days to print a prototype part, you might have lost the race before the car even hits the track,” …
Mercedes car design director Owen to leave at the end of the year
January 23rd 2026
Mercedes has announced its director of car design John Owen will leave the Formula 1 team later this year.Owen has been part of the set-up at Brackley – also under its previous guises of Honda and Brawn – since 2007, and Mercedes counts the 2026 car as the 17th chassis that he has had overall design …
IMSA Michelin Sustainability in Racing Award program launches at Rolex 24
January 23rd 2026
Michelin and IMSA have confirmed details of the new IMSA Michelin Sustainability in Racing Award, which will be presented to one GTP entry in each round of the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. The award was announced as part of IMSA’s annual State of the Sport held at Michelin Raceway Road A …
Alwin Springer Earns RRDC's 2025 Phil Hill Award
January 22nd 2026
Alwin Springer, whose name is synonymous with Porsche's decades-long racing heritage, was honored by the Road Racing Drivers Club with the 2025 Phil Hill Award. The 2019 award recipient, RRDC President Bobby Rahal, made the presentation at the annual RRDC members’ dinner on January 21 prior to the 6 …
IHRA Announces Leasing And Operations of Pulaski County Motorsports Park, formally the Motor Mile S
January 22nd 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced it has entered into a lease agreement for the Pulaski County Motorsports Park, the landmark venue long known to racers and fans as the Motor Mile Speedway, marking a major step in IHRA’s mission to revive grassroots motorsports and reinves …
CIRCUIT OF THE AMERICAS CROWNED ‘RACE PROMOTER OF THE YEAR’ AT THE RACE MEDIA AWARDS
January 21st 2026
Circuit of The Americas (COTA) has today been crowned Race Promoter of the Year at The Race Media Awards, presented at a gala ceremony in London, UK.COTA topped a highly competitive category, with the award recognizing not only its achievements over the past 12 months but also its sustained success …
Honda reveals 2026 F1 power unit in Tokyo
January 21st 2026
Honda has kicked off its new partnership with Aston Martin by launching its 2026 power unit during an event in Tokyo.The former Red Bull power unit supplier had been providing support with its previous power unit but returns as a full manufacturer this season with Aston Martin. The new regulations i …
2026 USAC Hall of Fame revealed
January 21st 2026
Jack Beckley, John Cooper, Blackie Fortune, Sam Nunis, Johnny Parsons, Tom Sneva and George Snider are the newest inductees into the USAC Hall of Fame, class of 2026.The induction ceremony for USAC’s 13th hall of fame class will take place at USAC headquarters in Speedway, Indiana on Wednesday after …
Holley Performance Brands appoints Del Bohlman as Vice President, Safety & Racing Division
January 21st 2026
olley Performance Brands (NYSE: HLLY), a leader in automotive aftermarket performance solutions, today announced the appointment of Del Bohlman as vice president of its Safety & Racing Division, effective Jan. 1, 2026. Bohlman succeeds Brian Appelgate, who is retiring after a distinguished four- …
Amalie Motor Oil returns as title sponsor for NHRA Gatornationals to open season
January 21st 2026
Amalie Motor Oil will continue as the title sponsor of this year’s 57th annual NHRA Gatornationals to open NHRA’s historic 75th Anniversary season.The Amalie Motor Oil NHRA Gatornationals will take place March 5-8 at legendary Gainesville Raceway, opening the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series se …
ASCS Announces 35-race Schedule for 2026
January 21st 2026
With the 35th consecutive season of American Sprint Car Series (ASCS) racing on the horizon, the full schedule has come more into focus, featuring a mix of ASCS staples, new venues and returning favorites.Thirty-five race dates have been confirmed on the new calendar, which begins at Volusia Speedwa …
DIESEL Motorsports makes changes for the 19th Year as sanctioning body for DIESEL Pickup Trucks
January 20th 2026
DIESEL Motorsports moving into the 19th year as a sanctioning body for diesel pickup trucks has now added gas pickup truck classes to the events. This includes drag racing, sled pulling, dyno competition, and the truck show-n-shine competitions.Gas engine trucks always wanted to compete against our …
2026 NASCAR Hall of Fame class to be inducted Friday
January 20th 2026
Forty years later, there’s still no one like Richie Evans.Nine NASCAR Modified championships. Winner of the inaugural Whelen Modified Tour title and an estimated 475 races. NASCAR Hall of Famer.The only man in NASCAR to have his number — the iconic No. 61 — retired from his respective division.Those …
Hendry County Tourism Development Teams With World of Outlaws For Swamp Cabbage Weekend
January 20th 2026
Hendry County’s Swamp Cabbage Weekend will have some extra horsepower behind it with a new partnership between the World of Outlaws Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision and Hendry County Tourism Development Council.The partnership pairs one of Florida’s most celebrated cultural events with one …
NASCAR announces rulebook tweaks ahead of 2026 season
January 19th 2026
NASCAR has updated several sections of its rule book ahead of the 2026 season.Included in the updates were wording on provisionals for new manufacturers, how NASCAR will handle waivers under its new postseason format and eligibility for the fastest-lap point. On the first point, Ram is making its re …
BMW M reveals details of electric Neue Klasse
January 19th 2026
BMW M has revealed that it will introduce the electric BMW M Neue Klasse in 2027, marking a new era in high-performance vehicles and, for the first time, bringing BMW M’s motto, “Born on the racetrack. Made for the streets. Core of a passionate community,” to life with a fully electric drivetrain.“T …
Richard Childress Racing Announces Cup Series Competition Leadership Appointments
January 16th 2026
Richard Childress Racing announced this week several key NASCAR Cup Series competition leadership appointments ahead of the 2026 NASCAR season. Mike Dillon has been named chief operating officer, a position for the company that will focus heavily on competition administrative functions. Dillon …
World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series to make return to Colorado
January 16th 2026
The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series is coming back to Colorado.A date has been added to the 2026 schedule at Calhan, CO’s El Paso County Raceway on Monday, Sept. 14. The Rocky Mountain Rumble is set to mark the state’s first time hosting The Greatest Show on Dirt in a decade. The …
GP of Long Beach announces leadership transition
January 16th 2026
The Grand Prix Association of Long Beach, organizers of the annual Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach, has announced that President and CEO Jim Michaelian will assume a new role in Penske Entertainment effective June 30, 2026, and that Jim Liaw has been named as the organization’s new president and CEO, …
Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC coming to NASCAR in 2027
January 16th 2026
Ford Racing will debut a new Mustang Dark Horse into NASCAR competition in 2027.Mark Rushbrook, the global director of Ford Performance, announced the future rollout of the Ford Mustang Dark Horse SC during Thursday night's preseason launch event in Detroit. He did so alongside the production model, …
Ashly Ennis named recipient of inaugural Jon Edwards Excellence in Public Relations Award
January 15th 2026
Ashly Ennis, director of racing communications for Hendrick Motorsports, has been named the recipient of the inaugural Jon Edwards Excellence in Public Relations Award, an honor recognizing outstanding performance, professionalism, and dedication within the NASCAR industry.Ennis earned the award for …
Nova Motorsport appointed official tire partner for Caterham Motorsport
January 15th 2026
Nova Motorsport has announced its appointment as the official motorsport tire partner for Caterham Motorsport in a multi-year agreement. The partnership transfers the long-standing association between Caterham and Avon Motorsport to the new Nova Motorsport brand, which produces the former championsh …
2026 USAC East Coast Sprint Car Schedule Released
January 15th 2026
The release of the 2026 USAC East Coast schedule brings with it a familiar feeling — anticipation mixed with respect for the tracks that continue to define this tour. From tight bullrings to historic half-miles, the calendar once again showcases the backbone of USAC East Coast Non-Wing Sprint Car ra …
USAC Licensing Now Open
January 15th 2026
USAC licensing is now open to all circle track competitors for the 2026 season.Competitors may purchase their competition license for the upcoming season at https://usacracing.redpodium.com/2026-usac-circle-track-license-sprint-midget-sc.Please note that participants in each series must be licensed …
Tech Tips: Suncoast Performance
January 14th 2026
Automotive manufacturers rarely collaborate, particularly when they are direct competitors. However, tightening fuel economy and emissions regulations can force innovation in unexpected ways. That pressure led to the development of the Ford 10R80 10-speed automatic transmission, co-developed with Ge …
Later date announced for 2027 Rolex 24
January 14th 2026
The 64th edition of the Rolex 24 At Daytona starts in less than two weeks, but already, the dates for the 65th edition have been announced.Daytona International Speedway announced today that the 2027 Rolex 24 will take place from January 28th through the 31st, with the green flag for the race coming …
Corvette Racing appoints Hidalgo as Program Manager
January 14th 2026
Corvette Racing has announced that GM Motorsports and Corvette engine specialist Andrea Hidalgo has been appointed as the new Program Manager for the 2026 season.Hidalgo replaces outgoing Program Manager Jessica Dane, who has left the company. Previously, Hidalgo was the Senior Race Engine Calibrati …
Inaugural Grand Prix of Arlington Schedule Revealed
January 14th 2026
The Java House Grand Prix of Arlington will make its debut on the IndyCar Series calendar with the support of three developmental series to fill the three-day event set for March 13-15 in Texas.The 2.73-mile, 14-turn street circuit formed around the Dallas Cowboys’ National Football League stadium a …
The Chase is back as NASCAR reverts to previous championship format
January 13th 2026
NASCAR is returning to the championship format the series used when it first adopted a postseason model over two decades ago, with the 2026 champion to be decided in a final 10-race chase.In fact, the same name is even back beginning this season. ‘The Chase’, or NASCAR Cup Series Chase, will be the …
Toyota Gazoo Racing and Toyo Tire continue partnership for W2RC 2026
January 13th 2026
Toyo Tire and Toyota Gazoo Racing W2RC (TGR W2RC) have announced that they will continue their motorsport partnership, with a Toyota DKR GR Hilux driven by Toyo brand ambassador Takashi Miura and fitted with a specially tuned Open Country M/T-R tire, competing in the Ultimate class of the 2026 World …
AI Design Copilot introduces physics-aware, CAD-ready automation for engineers
January 12th 2026
Neural Concept has launched its AI Design Copilot, an AI platform that integrates spatial reasoning, physics awareness and CAD-ready geometry generation at enterprise scale. The solution represents a shift toward engineering intelligence as the central AI layer guiding the entire design process from …
Davanti renews its agreement with AIA Racing School as official tire partner
January 12th 2026
Davanti Tyres has extended its partnership with the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve (AIA) Racing School in Portimão, Portugal. The AIA recently announced it will host Formula 1 in the 2027 and 2028 seasons.The renewed three-year agreement commenced on January 1, 2026, giving the tire manufacturer …
Digital tire development accelerated as Kumho teams with Ansible Motion
January 12th 2026
Kumho Tire has partnered with Ansible Motion to develop next-generation digital tires. The two companies will use advanced digital simulation technology to enhance Kumho’s tire performance verification system and strengthen its competitiveness in the development of tires for electric vehicles (EVs) …
Scott Menlen Named ASA STARS National Tour Series Director
January 12th 2026
Officials from the ASA STARS National Tour have announced that Scott Menlen has been named the Appalachian Sucker Punch ASA STARS National Tour Series Director, effective immediately.Menlen brings extensive leadership and officiating experience to the ASA STARS National Tour, having previously serve …
NASCAR to announce 2026 championship format on Monday Jan. 12
January 9th 2026
NASCAR will announce the championship format for 2026 and beyond in a Monday, Jan. 12 press conference that will be live streamed from Concord, North Carolina.Live video coverage will be available to stream at 3:30 p.m. ET on NASCAR.com, The NASCAR Channel and NASCAR YouTube.Additionally, a special …
Penske Entertainment adds $11 million to IndyCar Leaders Circle
January 9th 2026
Penske Entertainment set aside $31.9 million in 2025 for structured payouts to IndyCar Series team owners in possession of Leaders Circle contracts, and has added $11 million to the total for 2026.Through the Leaders Circle program, which is exclusively available to IndyCar’s 25 charter entries, the …
Details released for new HybridV10 series
January 9th 2026
First teased in mid-2025, further details have been released for a new, top level, single seater championship, HybridV10, with a target date of 2028 or 2029 for the initial races.Spearheaded by Anthony Hamilton, the series appears to be pitching itself as a direct competitor to F1 and will be staged …
IndyCar gets new technical inspection truck and tools
January 9th 2026
Penske Entertainment has purchased a new technical inspection trailer that will be run by its new Independent Officiating Board (IOB) and the regulatory compliance staff who will work for the Penske-funded IndyCar Officiating Incorporated (IOI).“The tech truck that goes down the road for the entire …
Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum Names Michael Good as president
January 8th 2026
The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum has announced that its Board of Directors unanimously selected Michael Good as the new president of the Museum. Good will officially begin his duties on Feb. 2.Good comes to the Museum from Performance Racing Industry (PRI), where he has served as president sin …
Racer Media & Marketing announces executive leadership transition; CJ Olivares appointed Group CEO
January 8th 2026
Racer Media & Marketing, Inc. (RACER), the premier North American authority on motorsports and car culture, today announced the appointment of CJ Olivares as Group CEO. Olivares, who currently serves as President of RACER Network LLC (RACER Network), will expand his leadership to include strateg …
Racing America Chief Operating Officer Michael Printup.passes away
January 8th 2026
acing America is devastated to confirm the sudden passing of Chief Operating Officer Michael Printup. Michael was an icon in motorsports, a great partner and a friend. His passion for racing and commitment to the industry made a lasting impact on the sport. He will be deeply missed. Racing America s …
Toyota reveals TR010 Hypercar
January 8th 2026
Toyota has shown off its 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship Hypercar, the TR010, as part of a broader shift in identity for its European R&D operation.The 2026 TR010 is an evolution of the highly successful LMH-spec GR010 prototype, sporting a brand-new aero package that the Japanese marque h …
Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe rebrands as Toyota Racing ahead of 2026 season
January 7th 2026
Toyota and Toyota Racing have changed the company name of the European research and development center and subsidiary from Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe to Toyota Racing, effective January 7, 2026.Toyota Racing aims to strengthen the foundation for Toyota’s long-term technological development by …
Nissan Formula E Team renews sustainability partnership with Coral
January 7th 2026
Nissan Formula E Team has announced the continuation of its collaboration with Coral, which has been in place since October 2023, for the next two seasons of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. The UAE-based climate technology company assists businesses in managing their carbon emissions and e …
PMG Suzuki appoints Makita as technical partner
January 7th 2026
Makita USA and PMG Suzuki have announced a technical partnership ahead of the 2026 SuperMotocross Championship that will bring together Makita’s engineering and Suzuki’s racing heritage through the Pipes Motorsports Group (PMG) Suzuki program.Under the agreement, Makita USA will serve as a technical …
Melling Engine Parts Celebrates 80 Years of Excellence in the Automotive Industry
January 6th 2026
Melling Engine Parts proudly announces its 80th anniversary as a family-owned leader in the automotive aftermarket industry. Since its founding in 1946 by George Melling Sr. and his son Ben, Melling has been committed to delivering high-quality engine components that keep vehicles running strong.Wha …
Steve Phelps to step away from NASCAR
January 6th 2026
NASCAR today announced that Steve Phelps has made the personal decision to step away from the company and his role as Commissioner of America’s top motorsport. Phelps, who joined NASCAR in 2005, will transition out of the company by the end of the month, leaving a legacy of leadership and a strategi …
Daren Lucas named President of the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America
January 6th 2026
Daren Lucas, a 35-year career professional in sports marketing, private equity, fundraising, college athletics and motorsports has been named President of the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America (MSHFA). The appointment returns Lucas to the Daytona Beach area where he previously held several executi …
Tony Stewart Named Grand Marshal for 40th Chili Bowl Nationals
January 6th 2026
When you envision the Mount Rushmore of racing, for many, the name Tony Stewart is on that list, and rightfully so.A USAC Triple-Crown titlist, Chili Bowl champion in 2002 and 2007, along with driving titles in NASCAR, IndyCar, NHRA, and SRX, to name a few, the list of accolades and accomplishments …
Hot Shot’s Secret Introduces Tick Fix + Protect™ Advanced Oil Enhancer with FR3 Nano Technology
January 6th 2026
Hot Shot’s Secret®, the fastest growing high-performance lubricant brand in the USA, introduces Tick Fix + Protect™. This advanced oil enhancer developed for gas-powered vehicles addresses the root cause of valvetrain noise and hydraulic lifter malfunction by targeting damaging conditions uniquely f …
IHRA Acquires Rockingham Speedway
January 5th 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the purchase of Rockingham Speedway, one of the most iconic and storied venues in American motorsports.The move reflects IHRA’s commitment to preserving motorsports heritage while thoughtfully reinvesting in legendary racing properties. Kn …
IHRA Names Tommy Thomassie as Executive Vice President, Director of Powerboating; Releases 2026 Offs
January 5th 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the appointment of Tommy Thomassie as Executive Vice President, Director of Powerboating, and released the official 2026 IHRA Offshore Series National Championship schedule.The announcement advances IHRA’s long-term vision for offshore pow …
IHRA Purchases Heartland Park
January 5th 2026
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the acquisition of Heartland Motorsports Park in Topeka, Kansas, reinforcing IHRA’s long-term commitment to preserving motorsports history while reimagining legendary venues for the future.Originally opened in 1963 as Topeka Dragway, the f …
Leschiutta stepping down as Lamborghini head of motorsport
December 29th 2025
Maurizio Leschiutta is set to step down as Lamborghini's head of motorsport at the end of the calendar year.Leschiutta (pictured above) will depart the Italian manufacturer after a short stint. He was originally appointed in mid-January to succeed Giorgio Sanna and oversee its GT and prototype effor …
Pirelli Tires renews years-long partnership with International GT
December 29th 2025
International GT announced today the renewal of their long-time partnership with racing icon Pirelli Tires.International GT is a GT3 and GT4 platform late-model sports car racing series open to Porsches, Ferraris and other major racing marques, competing on the premier road racing circuits in the Un …
IHRA Acquires Historic Motorsports Facility in Millington, Tennessee
December 29th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has officially completed the acquisition of the historic motorsports facility in Millington, Tennessee, formerly known as Memphis International Raceway and Memphis Motorsports Park, closing on the property on December 23, 2025.Originally opened in the lat …
IHRA Announces Launch of New Professional Personal Watercraft Racing Series
December 29th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the launch of the IHRA Pro Watercraft Racing Series, a new professional personal watercraft racing championship set to debut in 2026. Featuring both stand up and runabout competition, the series is designed to usher in a new era of profess …
L.A. SLEEVE Releases New 2026 Product Catalog
December 19th 2025
L.A. SLEEVE, a global leader in centrifugally spun-cast cylinder sleeve technology, has officially released its 2026 product catalog, showcasing its latest offerings and expanded capabilities across multiple industries.The new 2026 catalog highlights L.A. SLEEVE’s comprehensive range of high-perform …
Twenty-Four Dates in 2026 for POWRi West Midget League
December 19th 2025
The POWRi West Midget League is excited to unveil its 2026 schedule with twenty-four yearly events as POWRi continues its strong commitment to the southern region, investing in premier open-wheel racing opportunities across Oklahoma, Texas, and Missouri.Stand-alone POWRi West Midget League events wi …
POWRi National Midget League Unveils 2026 Schedule
December 19th 2025
The POWRi National Midget League is set for an action-packed 2026 campaign, releasing a schedule that features iconic events, destination venues, and a balanced slate of early-spring, summer, and fall racing across multiple states.The season kicks off with the always-anticipated Turnpike Challenge, …
IndyCar reveals 2026 FOX broadcast times
December 19th 2025
FOX Sports and the IndyCar Series have revealed the starting times of their 2026 broadcasts on the FOX network. The 17-race calendar opens on March 1 at St. Petersburg with cameras going live at noon ET, closes on Sept. 6 at Laguna Seca with a 2:30pm ET open on FOX, and features a number of summer e …
FIA reveals WRC27 Rally1 concept
December 19th 2025
First approved by the World Motor Sport Council in 2024, the WRC27 regulations are designed to reset rallying’s top category - reducing costs and increasing accessibility, while preserving the performance and spectacle that sit at the heart of the WRC.The newly revealed concept turns that framework …
NASCAR star Greg Biffle, family killed in North Carolina plane crash
December 19th 2025
NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and his immediate family were among seven killed when their private jet crashed at Statesville Regional Airport on Thursday morning.The Cessna C550 business jet owned by Biffle was attempting to land when it crashed and erupted into a fireball at around 10:20am local time, …
COBB Tuning Announces Accessport for Ford Bronco Raptor & Ranger Raptor
December 19th 2025
COBB Tuning is excited to announce that Accessport ECU tuning for the Ford Bronco Raptor and Ranger Raptor is now available, bringing its industry-leading handheld tuning solution to Ford’s latest high-performance off-road platforms.During in-house testing on COBB’s Dynojet chassis dyno, COBB’s Ford …
2026 HOT ROD Power Tour: Official Dates, Locations, and Registration Details
December 17th 2025
It’s been years in the making, and now it’s official—the 2026 HOT ROD Power Tour will cruise along legendary Route 66 as the world’s largest rolling automotive festival helps celebrate 100 years of America’s most famous roadway.Serving as the first of two major HOT ROD events honoring the historic h …
Daytona International Speedway unveils course layout for 2026 Daytona Supercross
December 17th 2025
Daytona International Speedway has unveiled the highly anticipated course layout for the 2026 DAYTONA Supercross, part of the Monster Energy SMX World Championship, taking place during the 85th Annual Bike Week at DAYTONA Presented by GEICO.Five-time DAYTONA Supercross Champion Ricky Carmichael has …
Albany-Saratoga Speedway Promoter Lyle DeVore Passes Away
December 17th 2025
Lyle DeVore of Malta, NY, and East Nassau, NY, passed away December 11, 2025, at St. Peter’s Hospital (Albany, NY) after a long and courageously fought battle with cancer. His family and friends are deeply saddened by his death, but at peace knowing he is at rest. Lyle was a beloved husband, fa …
F1 returning to Portimao in 2027
December 17th 2025
Formula 1 will return to Portugal with the addition of a race in Portimao in the 2027 and 2028 seasons.Portimao hosted two races during the COVID-impacted seasons that required additional venues to be identified at short notice, with an October 2020 race being followed by an event in May 2021. That …
USAC/CRA Sprint Car Series 2026 schedule released
December 16th 2025
The schedule for the Avanti Windows & Doors USAC/CRA Sprint Car Series has been released. Featuring twenty-six (26) events at seven (7) racetracks, the 2026 campaign will open on February 14th at Perris Auto Speedway and the champion will be crowned at the Perris finale on November 7th.Located o …
IHRA Announces Acquisition of Maple Grove Raceway
December 16th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced its acquisition of Maple Grove Raceway, marking a significant milestone for the sport of drag racing.Established in the early 1960s, Maple Grove Raceway has earned national recognition as one of the fastest and most respected drag racing v …
Riedel Communications and Racing Electronics announce motorsport communications partnership for US m
December 16th 2025
Riedel Communications has formed a strategic partnership with Racing Electronics, a provider of motorsport communication equipment in the USA, to deliver communication solutions that will “enhance safety, efficiency and performance for race operations, controls, teams, drivers and fans alike”.The co …
NHRA to launch 2026 Countdown playoff series at U.S. 131 Motorsports Park
December 16th 2025
NHRA announced today that U.S. 131 Motorsports Park will have a Mission Foods Drag Racing Series event in 2026, with the inaugural NHRA Great Lakes Nationals set to open the 2026 Countdown to the Championship playoffs.The event will take place Sept. 18-20 at the facility in Martin, Mich., serving as …
Sunoco returns as primary sponsor for Simpson’s Ganassi IndyCar entry
December 15th 2025
Kyffin Simpson’s No. 8 Chip Ganassi Racing Honda will wear the iconic colors of Sunoco throughout his 2026 NTT IndyCar Series campaign. The Caymanian enters his third full season with the defending series champions, and joins a roster of legends and stars who’ve been adorned in Sunoco’s yellow and b …
IHRA Announces Acquisition of F1 Powerboat Racing
December 15th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) announced today that it has officially acquired the F1 Powerboat Racing, one of the world’s premier tunnel-boat racing series. This strategic acquisition strengthens IHRA’s rapidly growing footprint in water-based motorsports and continues the organizatio …
Ben Sulayem re-elected as FIA president
December 15th 2025
Mohammed Ben Sulayem has officially been re-elected as the president of the FIA for a second term during the FIA General Assembly in Uzbekistan.The presidential election at the year-ending assembly in Tashkent was a formality with Ben Sulayem running unopposed, following the withdrawal of candidates …
World of Outlaws, ASCS, Sprint Car Industry Officials Form National Sprint Car Council
December 15th 2025
To elevate Sprint Car racing across the country, officials from all levels of the industry have come together to form the National Sprint Car Council (NSCC).As a leader in the industry, World Racing Group (WRG) will be represented on the council’s board by WRG Fleet and Safety Manager, Tom Devitt, a …
New ownership group for Canadian Tire Motorsports Park
December 12th 2025
Canadian Tire Motorsport Park (CTMP) has announced that a new ownership group has purchased the Bowmanville, Ontario circuit.The new ownership group is led by Woodbridge Group co-chairman and former racing driver Peter Thomson, with Chris Pfaff of Pfaff Automotive Partners, and Alek Krstic as his pa …
FloSports Takes Ownership Of Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series
December 12th 2025
FloSports is deepening its ties to dirt racing and investment in the sport with the acquisition of the storied Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series (LOLMDS) from Lucas Oil Products. The acquisition represents a strategic step for FloSports as it continues to invest in and operate key motorsports p …
Cosworth launches SaaS version of Pi Toolbox
December 12th 2025
Cosworth has transitioned to a Software as a Service (SaaS) model with the introduction of Pi Toolbox, providing continuous updates, reduced upfront costs and quicker access to new features.Already used in series such as IndyCar, WEC, Formula 1, WRC, Super Formula and BTCC, Pi Toolbox is widely adop …
55 Dates for USAC National Sprints in 2026
December 12th 2025
Fifty-five races line the calendar for the 2026 USAC AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship season.NEW ADDITIONSAmong the new additions to the USAC National Sprint Car slate is NOS Energy Drink Indiana Sprint Week presented by K & N’s return to Paragon Speedway for the first time since 1998, 28 …
USAC NOS Energy Drink Midget National Championship set for 29 events in 2026
December 11th 2025
The USAC NOS Energy Drink Midget National Championship will face 29 events throughout the 2026 season from April through November at dirt tracks in Indiana, Kansas, Nebraska, Illinois, Wisconsin, Ohio and California.NEW TO THE SCHEDULETwo Illinois venues are brand new to the USAC NOS Energy Drink Mi …
F1 sets new U.S. viewing record in 2025 with 135% overall growth in final year with ESPN
December 11th 2025
The 2025 Formula 1 season attracted record viewing figures for the United States as ESPN concluded its eight-year run as the sport’s American broadcaster.The season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – a three-way title decider between Lando Norris, Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri – averaged 1.5 million v …
ASCS Adding Midwest Region, Gunsmoke Region in 2026
December 11th 2025
The American Sprint Car Series (ASCS) is expanding its footprint with the addition of two more regional 360 Sprint Car series in 2026.The ASCS Gunsmoke Region, featuring races around Western and Central Kansas, and ASCS Midwest Region, covering multiple states in the Midwest and the American Heartla …
Parella Motorsports acquires Racing America, creating North America’s largest integrated grassroots
December 11th 2025
Parella Motorsports Holdings and SpeedTour have announced the acquisition of Racing America, a premier digital-first motorsports media platform delivering live streaming, original content, and year-round coverage of amateur and stock car-adjacent racing.The acquisition unites one of the largest live …
MOTOR STATE DISTRIBUTING ADDS MOLNAR TECHNOLOGIES
December 10th 2025
Motor State Distributing has added Molnar Technologies, a producer of premium connecting rods and crankshafts for high-performance and racing engines, to its line card. Molnar produces crankshafts for a wide range of small block and big block V8’s, as well as Subaru and Mitsubishi applications. Moln …
2026 ARCA Menards Series East schedule announced
December 10th 2025
The 2026 ARCA Menards Series East schedule has been announced with an eight-race slate that features a new event at Hickory Motor Speedway and a return to Toledo Speedway for the first time since 2020.The East Series schedule will once again feature four standalone races and four combination races w …
Red Line Oil PDRA Drag Racing Series Announces Schedule for 2026
December 10th 2025
The Red Line Synthetic Oil Professional Drag Racers Association (PDRA) announced today its seven-race 2026 schedule, coming off another successful campaign through the 2025 calendar year. The series will return to four familiar racetracks from last season along with a return to Darlington Dragway in …
Horse Powertrain and SRB to co-develop engine for new Brazilian pickup motorsport category
December 10th 2025
Horse Powertrain and Sports & Racing Brazil (SRB) have announced a partnership to co-develop and supply competition engines for a new pickup truck category in Brazilian motorsport.Set to debut in the 2027 season, races in this new multi-brand category will take place on both asphalt and dirt tra …
Crower Cams Enters a New Era of Family Leadership
December 9th 2025
Founder’s grandson, Louis Floquet, takes the helm — continuing Crower’s proud American-made legacySan Diego, CA — December 2025Crower Cams & Equipment Co., an iconic name in high-performance racing and American manufacturing, proudly announces a new chapter in its story. The company remains in f …
World of Outlaws Sprint Cars to feature 86-night calendar in 2026
December 9th 2025
The 2026 World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series schedule is here.The Greatest Show on Dirt is all set for an 86-night national campaign that travels to at least 40 tracks in nearly half the nation’s states and one Canadian province.The tour’s 49th season of showcasing the country’s top …
BWT Alpine F1 Team partners with Avature to strengthen talent management ahead of 2026 season
December 9th 2025
BWT Alpine Formula One Team has announced a partnership with Avature, which will be the team’s artificial intelligence (AI) platform partner for human capital management (HCM). The partnership began at the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with Avature branding set to appear on the Alpine A526 for the firs …
Lexus unveils LFA Concept BEV sports car
December 9th 2025
Lexus has premiered the Lexus LFA Concept, a battery electric vehicle (BEV) sports car concept model, developed alongside Toyota Gazoo Racing’s GR GT and GR GT3. Following the legacy of the Toyota 2000GT and Lexus LFA, it embodies the spirit of Shikinen Sengu – the passing on, and evolution, of tech …
Rick Ware Racing switches to Chevrolet for 2026, forms alliance with RCR
December 9th 2025
Rick Ware Racing will field Chevrolets starting in 2026 as part of a multiyear partnership with the manufacturer and a newly formed technical alliance with Richard Childress Racing, the team announced Monday.Cody Ware will return as driver of RWR’s No. 51 car in 2026 as the team transitions to a new …
Kasey Coler appointed as the President/CEO of United States Auto Club
December 9th 2025
Kasey Coler has been appointed as the President/CEO of the United States Auto Club, effective January 1, 2026.Coler comes to USAC after serving the last nine years as the Vice President of track management and operation for the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) and as the general manager of Lucas …
Cory Kruseman to oversee all of USAC's West Coast racing operations in 2026
December 8th 2025
Cory Kruseman, Director of USAC West Coast operations, will place a renewed emphasis on coordination between USAC’s CRA Sprint Car and Western States Midget divisions along with the national series for the 2026 season.Kruseman will oversee all of the United States Auto Club's racing endeavors throug …
From Grassroots to F1: Race Industry Week 2025 Sets a New Benchmark & Brings the Industry Together
December 8th 2025
With so many types of racing across the world, it’s clear that the most important form of the sport for those involved is the one THEY work in and with that in mind, the 6th annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK went above and beyond in providing key content for all aspects of the racing industry.RACE INDUSTRY …
Former NASCAR racer Michael Annett dies at 39
December 8th 2025
Michael Annett, who made race starts in all three NASCAR national series, has died at the age of 39. The news was announced by one of Annett's former race teams, JR Motorsports.Annett last made a NASCAR start in 2021 when he ran in 26 races in the Xfinity Series. But throughout his career, Annett ma …
2026 ARCA Menards Series West schedule announced; 13 races set for 11 tracks
December 8th 2025
The 2026 ARCA Menards Series West schedule has been announced with 13 races set at 11 tracks spread across six states.The ARCA Menards Series West calendar will expand from 12 races in 2025 to 13 in 2026, the most since 2019.Kevin Harvick’s Kern Raceway will open the season and, for the first time s …
Kody Swanson named USAC Silver Crown Series Director
December 8th 2025
Kody Swanson is the most decorated driver in the history of USAC Silver Crown racing, but for the 2026 season, he will take on a new role within the series.Swanson has been named USAC Silver Crown Series Director heading into the 2026 racing season. His duties will consist of coordinating with race …
New Rockingham Dragway grandstands completed for 2026 NHRA national event
December 8th 2025
Things are shaping up nicely at Rockingham Dragway, which next September will host its first NHRA national event, the NHRA Nationals at The Rock, with the completion of new grandstands at the famed North Carolina racetrack.In a post on Facebook, track representatives said, “A huge thank-you to the S …
IHRA Announces Leah Martin as President, Marking a Historic Moment in Motorsports Leadership
December 8th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) announces Leah Martin as President of the rapidly growing organization. Leah brings a broad and distinguished background in executive leadership, national advocacy initiatives, organizational development, and large-scale motorsports operations. In this ro …
TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Set for Title Partnership with Haas F1 Team in 2026
December 8th 2025
In a move signifying a further strengthening of the relationship between the two brands, Haas F1 Team will officially be titled TGR Haas F1 Team for the 2026 FIA Formula 1 World Championship – with TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) – the motorsport competition and research and development division of Toyota …
Increased Purses, 19 Different Tracks Highlight 2026 Great Lakes Super Sprints Schedule
December 5th 2025
Officials with the Great Lakes Super Sprints Presented by PERFIT & ARP (GLSS) have released the 2026 season schedule. The calendar features 33 confirmed shows from April through Labor Day weekend, with special events sanctioned by GLSS after the Championship weekend. In addition to the standard, …
George Kurtz appointed Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 technology advisor and team’s co-owner
December 5th 2025
The Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team has announced that George Kurtz, CEO and founder of CrowdStrike, has become a co-owner of the team and been appointed as the technology advisor.Through his personal acquisition of a 15% minority interest in the ownership entity controlled by Toto Wolff, who holds on …
Melectric Systems develops new driveshaft torque sensor for real-world use
December 5th 2025
The new driveshaft torque sensor from Melectric Systems is said to bridge the requirements of laboratory-grade instrumentation and the realities of vehicle testing. Built to handle the growing complexity of today’s driveline architectures, the ME-DST does so by bringing together the accuracy of high …
PRI Prepares for Landmark 2025 PRI Show as Motorsports Community Converges in Indianapolis
December 4th 2025
As the motorsports industry prepares to gather in Indianapolis for the 37th annual Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show, Michael Good, President of PRI, joined Race Industry Week to share an inside look at what promises to be the largest and most dynamic PRI Show in the organization’s history. Wit …
GP Explorer Redefines Motorsports and Launches Vision For A Future Creator-Driven Racing League
December 4th 2025
What began as a post-pandemic idea inspired by Netflix’s Drive to Survive has rapidly evolved into one of the most disruptive and successful motorsports entertainment projects in Europe. During Race Industry Week, Alexandre Lennuyeux, Global Managing Director, and Antoine Titz, Event Director of GP …
Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds Outlines Bold Vision for Gen4 Era and 2030 at Race Industry Week
December 4th 2025
Speaking during Race Industry Week, Jeff Dodds, Chief Executive Officer of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, shared an ambitious roadmap for the all-electric series as it prepares to enter Season 12 – the final year of the Gen3/Gen3 Evo homologation cycle – and accelerates toward an even fas …
The 7th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK will be held Nov 30 - Dec 3, 2026
December 4th 2025
Join EPARTRADE and RACER for four days of LIVE webinars with the world’s top race industry leaders, sanctioning bodies, and promoters—packed with insights, strategies, and trends you won’t want to miss!No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTERPast Speakers include Michael Andretti, Ross Braw …
HondaPro Jason Shares Global Honda Insight, Creator Journey and Future of Affordable Mobility
December 4th 2025
One of the most recognizable voices in the Honda world, HondaPro Jason – a content creator, educator and brand advocate with more than 1.2 million followers across social platforms – joined Race Industry Week for a wide-ranging conversation about Honda’s past, present and future, and the growing rol …
Knoxville Raceway Records Strong Growth in 2025 as Iconic Sprint Car Venue Continues to Expand
December 4th 2025
Knoxville Raceway, widely recognized as the Sprint Car Capital of the World, wrapped up another highly successful season in 2025, building on years of momentum with record attendance growth, expanded premium offerings, and a deepening connection to its local community. During a recent Race Industry …
American Rally Association Focuses on Growth, Training and OEM Expansion in New Era for U.S. Rally
December 4th 2025
The American Rally Association (ARA), sanctioned by USAC, is accelerating into a new phase of growth with a sharper promotional focus, expanded training initiatives, and increasing OEM involvement across its national and regional championships.Speaking during Race Industry Week, Preston Osborn, Comp …
SCORE International Delivers Record Growth, Global Reach & Historic Expansion Plans for Baja Racing
December 4th 2025
During Race Industry Week, Jim Ryan, Vice President of Marketing & Sales for SCORE International, provided an in-depth look into the continued growth, technological evolution, and global impact of the world’s most iconic off-road racing organization. Following an electrifying 2025 season capped …
National Auto Sport Association Showcases Growth, Innovation and Community at Race Industry Week
December 4th 2025
During this year’s Race Industry Week, Marie Adams, Director of Operations for the National Auto Sport Association (NASA), shared how the organization is expanding opportunities for drivers at every level – from first-time HPDE participants to national champions – while continuing to grow its nation …
Freddie Spencer Highlights the Power of Mentorship, Character, and Women’s Racing
December 4th 2025
During Race Industry Week, EPARTRADE welcomed one of the most respected names in motorcycle racing, Freddie “Fast Freddie” Spencer, three-time FIM Grand Prix World Champion and MotoGP Hall of Fame legend, for an inspiring and deeply personal discussion on the power of education, character-building, …
MotoAmerica’s Momentum Surges: Record Crowds, Star Power and a Clear Path to the World Stage
December 4th 2025
MotoAmerica is closing out one of its strongest seasons yet and heading into 2026 with record momentum, expanded manufacturer support and a clear development ladder aimed straight at MotoGP. That was the message from MotoAmerica COO Chuck Aksland, speaking during Race Industry Week.Aksland, who has …
Chip Ganassi Racing Dominates the IndyCar Landscape as Mike Hull Reflects on Championship Culture
December 4th 2025
During Race Industry Week, Chip Ganassi Racing Managing Director Mike Hull delivered a masterclass in championship leadership, offering rare insight into the culture, philosophy, and performance engine behind one of the most dominant seasons in modern NTT INDYCAR SERIES history.In a year defined by …
You are in! Welcome to DAY 4 of RACE INDUSTRY WEEK 2025!
December 4th 2025
The Presentation will Start Today at 6:45 AM PST | 9:45 AM EST |11:45 AM Sao Paolo | 3:45 PM Paris | 6:45 PM Dubai | 11:45 PM Tokyo |1:45 AM (next day) Sydney6:45 AM PST:"Welcome" by EPARTRADE & RACER7:00 AM PST:Featured Speaker: Mike HullMike Hull, Managing Director, Chip Ganassi Ra …
Crandon International Raceway Confirms Its Place Among America’s Premier Motorsport Events
December 3rd 2025
Crandon International Raceway is closing out another landmark season on a wave of momentum, as promoter Marty Fiolka reflected on the track’s growth, its deep community roots, and major new initiatives for 2026 and beyond during a featured appearance on Race Industry Week.Home of the iconic Labor Da …
NHRA Accelerates Into a New Era: Brad Gerber Outlines Media Expansion and Gaming Growth
December 3rd 2025
From record-breaking television ratings and a rapidly expanding digital audience to the launch of a groundbreaking behind-the-scenes docuseries and the addition of three new national markets, NHRA is entering 2026 with unprecedented strength across competition, media, sponsorship and fan engagement. …
Ryan Sage on Reinventing Formula DRIFT, the Landmark Long Beach Street Course, and a Bold New Era
December 3rd 2025
During a compelling Race Industry Week interview, Ryan Sage, one of the original founders and current President of Formula DRIFT, delivered an inside look at one of the most pivotal seasons in the series’ history—highlighted by the historic departure from Irwindale Speedway, the monumental build of …
Global Time Attack and Super Lap Battle Set Sights on 2026 With Renewed Momentum and Expansion
December 3rd 2025
Time attack in North America is gearing up for its next chapter. During Race Industry Week, Jason Dienhart, President & CEO of Global Time Attack (GTA) and Super Lap Battle (SLB), shared an in-depth look at the state of the sport, its global context, the realities of running niche motorsport eve …
World Of Outlaws Ceo Brian Carter Outlines Growth, Challenges And 2026 Vision
December 3rd 2025
During Race Industry Week, Brian Carter, President & CEO of World Racing Group and the World of Outlaws, shared an in-depth look at how the World of Outlaws continues to grow as one of the most demanding and authentic championships in motorsports—while simultaneously investing in digital innovat …
CJ Olivares Outlines Bold Vision for Newly Rebranded RACER Network at Race Industry Week
December 3rd 2025
During Race Industry Week, CJ Olivares, President of RACER Network, shared how the former MAVTV operation has been transformed into a fully re-energized, multi-platform motorsports destination serving fans around the world.Now operating as RACER Network, the moving-media arm of RACER encompasses:A t …
FOX Sports’ Pam Miller on the Art of Motorsport Storytelling & Innovation in Broadcast Technology
December 3rd 2025
During Race Industry Week, industry leaders explored not only the future of racing on track, but also how the sport is consumed by fans around the world. In a compelling conversation, Pam Miller, veteran motorsports producer and one of the most influential figures in sports television, offered deep …
Doug Boles Outlines Ambitious “Path Forward” for INDYCAR and IMS During Race Industry Week
December 3rd 2025
The future of INDYCAR is being built on a blend of tradition, technology and long-term vision, according to Doug Boles, President of INDYCAR and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS), who shared an in-depth look at the series’ direction during Race Industry Week.Speaking candidly about his expanded …
Extreme H Charts the Future of Hydrogen Racing During Race Industry Week
December 3rd 2025
A bold new chapter in motorsport history is rapidly unfolding as Extreme H, the world’s first hydrogen-powered motorsport championship, builds on the groundbreaking legacy of Extreme E and positions itself at the forefront of sustainable racing innovation. During Race Industry Week, Ali Russell, Man …
Frederic Lequien Outlines a “Golden Era” for the FIA World Endurance Championship
December 3rd 2025
Speaking during EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Week, Frederic Lequien, CEO of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), offered a wide-ranging look at the series’ explosive growth, technical philosophy, and long-term roadmap as it heads into what he called an “amazing” next chapter.With the Hypercar cl …
MotoGP’s Global Growth, Technical Evolution and Future Vision with Alfonso Cartujo
December 3rd 2025
During a special live session at Race Industry Week, Alfonso Cartujo, Sporting Director of Dorna Sports, offered a comprehensive look into the state of MotoGP, its unprecedented growth, unmatched competitiveness, and the bold initiatives shaping the future of the world’s premier motorcycle racing ch …
Chris Rice Outlines Bold New Era for Kaulig Racing as Ram Returns to NASCAR Truck Series
December 3rd 2025
A new manufacturer era is coming to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, and Kaulig Racing will be at the center of it. During a special session of Race Industry Week, hosted by EPARTRADE, Chris Rice, CEO of Kaulig Racing, detailed the organization’s ambitious plans to lead Ram’s return to NASCAR with …
Tony Stewart, Leah Pruett and Richard Freeman Launch Groundbreaking TSR Elite Alliance
December 2nd 2025
A new era in NHRA Top Fuel competition is taking shape as 3-Time NASCAR Cup Series Champion and NHRA Top Fuel winner Tony Stewart, 12-time Top Fuel event winner Leah Pruett, and Elite Motorsports owner Richard Freeman formally unveiled the next evolution of their partnership: a powerful, business-dr …
Linda Vaughn, “First Lady of Motorsports,” Shares Stories, Wisdom and Optimism for Drag Racing
December 2nd 2025
Iconic ambassador joins Race Industry Week to react to NHRA’s new era, celebrate Pro Stock, and call for a return to hands-on American performanceLOS ANGELES, Calif. — In a warm, wide-ranging conversation during EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Week, motorsports icon Linda Vaughn — the “First Lady of Motor …
Leadership, Driver Development, and NASCAR Dominance with Tyler Gibbs of TRD
December 2nd 2025
Just over one year into his role as Group Vice President and President of Toyota Racing Development (TRD) USA, Tyler Gibbs is leading one of the most successful periods in Toyota’s NASCAR history while simultaneously shaping the future of the sport through driver development, global brand alignment, …
Honda Racing Corporation USA Charts the Future of Motorsport with Technology and Talent
December 2nd 2025
Two years after the historic transition from Honda Performance Development (HPD) to Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC US), the transformation is proving to be far more than a simple name change. It represents a new era of global alignment, technical collaboration, and commercial expansion for Honda’ …
Ford Racing Accelerates Into a New Global Era as Mark Rushbrook Previews Formula 1, Hypercar, Dakar
December 2nd 2025
During Race Industry Week, Mark Rushbrook, Global Director, Ford Racing, delivered a sweeping update on Ford’s expanding global motorsports strategy, highlighting a historic period of transformation that includes Ford’s return to Formula 1 in 2026, the launch of its Hypercar program for Le Mans in 2 …
Cadillac F1, New Camaro Cup Car and Next-Gen Tech: Jim Campbell Outlines GM’s Racing Vision
December 2nd 2025
From inside General Motors’ high-performance powertrain facility in Pontiac, Michigan, Jim Campbell, Vice President, Performance and Motorsports Commercial Operations, General Motors, joined Race Industry Week to share an in-depth look at GM’s expanding global motorsports footprint – highlighted by …
Mazda Motorsports Showcases Next Generation of Talent and Momentum in MX-5 Cup Program
December 2nd 2025
During Race Industry Week, Jonathan Applegate, Senior Manager, Mazda Motorsports, highlighted the strength, depth and future direction of Mazda’s driver development ecosystem, headlined by the Idemitsu Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Whelan and the recently completed 2025 Mazda MX-5 Cup Shootout.From a …
GRID LIFE Founder Chris Stewart Outlines the Next Chapter of the Motorsport–Music Movement
December 2nd 2025
During EPARTRADE’s 6th Annual Race Industry Week, Chris Stewart, Founder of Gridlife, delivered a candid and forward-looking update on one of the most influential grassroots motorsport platforms in North America. From its roots as a single track-day festival to its current status as a national motor …
USAC’s Kevin Miller Highlights Explosive Growth, Innovation and a Multi-Discipline Future
December 2nd 2025
Speaking during EPARTRADE’s 6th Annual Race Industry Week, Kevin Miller, President & CEO of USAC (United States Auto Club), outlined how one of America’s most historic sanctioning bodies has transformed into a modern, multi-discipline motorsports powerhouse — spanning sprint cars, midgets, Silve …
Michael Cobb, President & CEO of SCCA, Details Record Participation, Grassroots Growth and Future
December 2nd 2025
Michael Cobb, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA), joined EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Week for a wide-ranging discussion on the health, momentum and future direction of grassroots motorsports in the United States. The conversation highlighted record participa …
Rodi Basso on Launching E1: How Electric Powerboat Racing Is Shaping the Future of Water Mobility
December 2nd 2025
During Race Industry Week, EPARTRADE welcomed Rodi Basso, Founder and CEO of the E1 Series, the world’s first all-electric powerboat championship. In a wide-ranging interview, Basso shared the origins of the series, the technological vision behind the groundbreaking RaceBird boat, and how E1 is rede …
F1 Insider Chris Medland Joins Race Industry Week Live from Abu Dhabi with Exclusive Red Bull Update
December 2nd 2025
Race Industry Week by EPARTRADE brought the global Formula 1 paddock directly to its audience as renowned F1 journalist and broadcaster Chris Medland joined the program live from Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, during the final Grand Prix weekend of the season – complete with a live news line from …
Racing Legend Danny Sullivan Closes Day One of Race Industry Week with Great Insights
December 1st 2025
Race Industry Week closed out its opening day with a powerful and wide-ranging conversation featuring Danny Sullivan – 1985 Indianapolis 500 winner, 1988 CART champion, former Formula 1 driver, broadcaster, steward and lifelong ambassador of the sport.Interviewed by Brad Gillie and introduced by Fra …
Patrick Long Shares the Story Behind Luftgekühlt and the New Era of Porsche Culture at Race Industry
December 1st 2025
Former Porsche factory driver and two-time Le Mans winner Patrick Long joined Race Industry Week to share the evolution of Luftgekühlt, the globally celebrated air-cooled Porsche gathering he co-founded, and to reflect on the broader moment that car culture and motorsport are enjoying around the wor …
Andy Lally Shares Bold Vision for Trans Am’s Future During Race Industry Week Appearance
December 1st 2025
Newly appointed Trans Am President Andy Lally joined EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Week to reflect on his first year leading the iconic American road racing series and to outline an unapologetically bold vision for 2026—Trans Am’s 60th anniversary season and beyond.Lally, a five-time Rolex 24 at Daytona …
IMSA Enters “Another Golden Era” as John Doonan Reflects on 2025 Momentum and an Electrifying 2026 O
December 1st 2025
During Race Industry Week, John Doonan, President of the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA), delivered an in-depth look at the current state and future direction of North America’s premier sports car sanctioning body. With the countdown clock already showing just 47 days until the Rolex 2 …
SpeedTour’s Vintage Core, Modern Vision: Michael Printup Outlines the Future of SVRA and Parella Mot
December 1st 2025
During Race Industry Week, Michael Printup, Chief Operating Officer of Parella Motorsports Holdings (PMH), shared a detailed look at the future of SpeedTour and the Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) — highlighting a sharpened focus on competitor experience, expanded schedule clarity, and a …
Tickets On Sale for the 104th Running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb as CEO Melissa Eick
December 1st 2025
With tickets officially going on sale today for the 104th Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, anticipation is already building for one of motorsports’ most legendary events. During a special interview on Race Industry Week, Melissa Eickhoff, CEO of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, offered a …
World Racing League President RJ Till Highlights Growth, Innovation and “No-Contact” Culture During
December 1st 2025
World Racing League (WRL) President RJ Till joined EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Week to share how the series has evolved into one of North America’s premier endurance racing platforms—bridging the gap between grassroots club racing and professional motorsport, while staying true to its mission: “a prof …
Championship Chemistry: Doug Kalitta and Alan Johnson Reflect on a Dominant Title Run as NHRA Heads
December 1st 2025
Two-time NHRA Top Fuel Champion Doug Kalitta (2023 & 2025) and legendary crew chief Alan Johnson, winner of 14 Top Fuel Championships with seven different drivers, joined EPARTRADE Industry Week fresh off one of the most commanding playoff runs in recent NHRA history. Together, driver and crew c …
Josh Hart Named New John Force Racing Top Fuel Driver for 2026 as NHRA’s 75th Season Ushers in a New
December 1st 2025
Two-time NHRA Top Fuel winner Josh Hart is officially stepping into one of the most iconic seats in all of motorsports. Beginning in 2026, Hart will drive for John Force Racing (JFR), joining the sport’s most legendary organization as the NHRA celebrates its historic 75th anniversary season. In an i …
Kyle Larson on Championship Resilience, Racing Without Limits, and Building the Future of Dirt Track
December 1st 2025
Fresh off capturing his second NASCAR Cup Series Championship (2025) — adding to his historic 2021 title — Kyle Larson joined Race Industry Week for an in-depth conversation that pulled back the curtain on one of the most versatile and driven competitors in modern motorsports. From the relentless pa …
Peter Thul on WRC’s Next Era: Saudi Finale, Ogier’s Ninth Title, and the Road to WRC 27
December 1st 2025
The 2025 FIA World Rally Championship season had barely finished when Peter Thul – two-time German National Co-Driver Champion and WRC Promoter – joined Race Industry Week to unpack one of the series’ most consequential seasons yet and outline a bold future built around new technical regulations, ne …
NASCAR’s Future in Focus: EVP & Chief Racing Development Officer John Probst on Playoffs, Next Gen E
December 1st 2025
In an in-depth interview, NASCAR Executive Vice President and Chief Racing Development Officer John Probst offered a sweeping look at the current state and future direction of the sport, covering everything from potential playoff evolution and ongoing Next Gen (Gen-7) development to increased horsep …
Kyle Larson To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 28th 2025
Kyle Larson, 2025 and 2021 NASCAR Cup Series Champion, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK is …
Ken Perry’s Xtreme Arias (KPXA) Expands Manufacturing Capabilities and Adds 6000HP PROHUB Dyno
November 26th 2025
Ken Perry’s Xtreme Arias (KPXA) Expands Manufacturing Capabilities and Adds 6000HP PROHUB DynoKen Perry has been a respected name in NHRA Top Alcohol Dragster competition for more than two decades, earning National and Divisional victories — including the prestigious U.S. Nationals in 2009 — and set …
IHRA Launches New National Stock Car Series, Reigniting the Spirit of Grassroots Racing
November 26th 2025
IHRA Launches New National Stock Car Series, Reigniting the Spirit of Grassroots Racing Fairfield, OH — November 25, 2025 — The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) is proud to announce the launch of the IHRA Stock Car Series, a bold new division built to restore the true essence of grassro …
Acquisition of the World Drag Racing Alliance by the International Hot Rod Associationd completed
November 26th 2025
The complete acquisition of the World Drag Racing Alliance (WDRA) by the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA), first announced as a collaboration earlier this year, has now been completed and officially confirmed by both organizations.The WDRA, which has focused on supporting its member tracks a …
Toyota debuts hydrogen-powered GR Corolla with superconductive motor
November 26th 2025
Two-and-a-half years after the concept was first announced, Toyota has combined superconductive technology with a hydrogen engine. The company’s liquid-hydrogen‑fueled GR Corolla participated in the finale of the 2025 Super Taikyu Series at Fuji Speedway in Oyama, Shizuoka Prefecture, on November 15 …
NHRA drivers come together for "Rev n Roll" charity bowling event for Riley's Children's Foundation
November 26th 2025
NHRA headliners Alexis DeJoria, Cruz Pedregon, Tony Stewart, and Ida Zetterström will help kick off the festivities at the recently revived "Rev n Roll" fundraiser benefiting Riley Children’s Foundation on Dec. 10 from 6 – 9 p.m.The event returns to Western Bowl (6441 West Washington St., Indianapol …
Mike Hull To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 26th 2025
Mike Hull, Managing Director, Chip Ganassi Racing, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK is brou …
Racing ahead with aerospace-grade cabling
November 25th 2025
Race engineers operate in conditions that test cables far beyond ordinary parameters. Harnesses must maintain integrity against abrasion from debris, maintain conductivity under extremes of temperature and carry signals reliably during continuous vibration.When a data line drops during a race, the l …
JRI Shocks enhances damper development capability with eMpulse load frame
November 25th 2025
eMpulse Test Systems has supplied a load frame to JRI Shocks for use in its damper development and evaluation programs. The system is operational at JRI’s facility and will also be used to support customer visits, demonstrations and product showcases.The load frame features servoelectric actuation t …
Pirelli sets range of compounds for the 2026 F1 season
November 25th 2025
Pirelli has set the range of compounds for the 2026 Formula 1 season. After completing an analysis following the last test session in Mexico City, the Italian company, with the approval of the FIA, has established which compounds will be homologated on 15 December, as stipulated in the technical reg …
Sigma Performance Services Racing acquires AM Racing, expands national footprint
November 25th 2025
Sigma Performance Services Racing (SPS Racing) today announced the acquisition of AM Racing, uniting two successful motorsports organizations under a single banner with the support of Ford Racing.Beginning with the 2026 season, SPS will field entries in the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series (Xfinity Series …
John Force Racing and the Prock family part ways
November 25th 2025
John Force Racing and Austin and Jimmy Prock have ended the racing partnership that produced NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series Funny Car championships the past two seasons for the 24-time championship organization.“John Force Racing has been doing what we do for more than 50 years and all the ha …
Doug Kalitta & Alan Johnson To Be A Featured Speakers at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 24th 2025
2025 NHRA Top Fuel Champion, Doug Kalitta, and Legendary Crew Chief, Alan Johnson, have joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTE …
Two million meals provided via DHL/Kalitta 'Race to End Hunger'
November 24th 2025
DHL Express and the 2025 “Race to End Hunger” partners donated two million meals to Feeding America and the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, bringing the program’s overall six-year total to 14 million meals. With some 47 million people in the United States currently experiencing food insecurity, DHL …
BTCC confirms new Qualifying Race regulations
November 24th 2025
TOCA – organizer of the British Touring Car Championship – has ratified the full regulations surrounding the BTCC Qualifying Race, set to be introduced from the 2026 season.The final classification of each Qualifying Race on Saturday will determine the grid positions for Sunday’s opening contest, wh …
Supercars Hall of Famer Allan Moffat passes away
November 24th 2025
Supercars is saddened to learn of the passing of Hall of Famer Allan Moffat.The four-time Australian Touring Car Champion and four-time Bathurst winner passed away this morning. He was 86.Moffat was one of the key figures in one of the most competitive eras in touring car racing.He was inducted into …
Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series to Feature 58 Events at 26 Tracks in 2026
November 24th 2025
The 2026 Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing schedule has arrived with 58 events at 26 tracks across 15 states.The Series will begin its season with the traditional Georgia-Florida Speedweeks, featuring 12 nights of racing with over $650,000 in purse money available.Two tracks ma …
IHRA Joins Outlaw and Pro Pulling Leagues
November 24th 2025
The Outlaw Truck and Tractor Pulling Association (OTTPA) and the International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) are excited to announce another major alliance. They are joining forces with a third big group, the Hot Shot's Secret Pro Pulling League (PPL), to form an all-new Alliance. This collaboration is …
Rollie Miller named general manager at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park
November 24th 2025
NHRA officials have announced that Rollie Miller has been named general manager at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park.Miller, who started in the role on Nov. 17 and is based out of NHRA’s Indianapolis office, brings a wealth of experience to the role, including nearly 10 years as a member of NHRA S …
6th Annual Race Industry Week – More Speakers Announcements
November 21st 2025
DANNY SULLIVAN, Indianapolis 500 Winner, IndyCar Champion and Formula 1 Racer; ALI RUSSEL, Managing Director of Extreme H; BRIAN CARTER, CEO of the World of Outlaws; RYAN SAGE, President and Co-Founder of Formula DRIFT, ALFONSO CARTUJO, Sporting Director of Dorna Sports (MotoGP) and PATRICK LONG For …
Tickford Racing Supercars team announces new ownership with Altor Capital
November 21st 2025
Tickford Racing has announced new ownership, with Altor Capital coming onboard the Supercars squad.Altor Capital is Prime’s Alternative Asset Management business arm, and also has a minority stake in RACE, the ownership group of the Repco Supercars Championship.Prime is ASX-listed, with Altor Capita …
Andy Lally To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 21st 2025
Andy Lally, President, Trans Am, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK is brought to you by EPAR …
Former Arrow McLaren IndyCar team principal Ward joins RLL
November 21st 2025
Former Team Penske race engineer and Arrow McLaren team principal Gavin Ward has joined Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing. The multi-talented Canadian starts his tenure with RLL in a somewhat open capacity and reports to team president Jay Frye.“Gavin’s joined us in special advisory role for now and we …
Alabama governor replaces entire International Motorsports Hall of Fame Commission after critical st
November 21st 2025
The results of a state audit have prompted Alabama Governor Kay Ivey to dismiss and replace the entire International Motorsports Hall of Fame Commission.The International Motorsports Hall of Fame museum, located outside Talladega Superspeedway, is home to a number of historical racing artifacts. The …
Java House named title sponsor of IndyCar's Arlington Grand Prix
November 21st 2025
The new Grand Prix of Arlington street race will feature title sponsorship from Java House as part of a multi-year agreement.The company led by Ed Carpenter Racing co-owner and chairman Ted Gelov made its debut in 2025 as a primary sponsor for the team and made its first venture into event sponsorsh …
Richard Freeman To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 20th 2025
Richard Freeman, Owner Elite Motorsports, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK is brought to yo …
40th annual Chili Bowl exceeds 100 entries for 2026
November 20th 2025
Beating the pace set by the 2025 edition of the Chili Bowl Nationals powered by NOS Energy by four days, the entry count for the 40th edition of “The World’s Greatest Midget Race” has reached the century mark, and thus signals the reveal of the first round of teams set to converge on the SageNet Cen …
World of Outlaws Rule Updates for 2026
November 20th 2025
The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series will implement several rule updates set to take effect in January for the beginning of the 2026 season.The changes apply to areas of the body, chassis, and wheels in an effort to help support the longevity and health of the sport.See updated ru …
Luca di Grassi unveils electric concept – the DGR-Lola
November 19th 2025
Lola Yamaha ABT driver Lucas di Grassi has revealed an all-new electric concept racer, the DGR-Lola – a car built from the ground up to show what current electric racing tech can really do.The car combines active aero, a modular battery system, upgraded safety features and open software integration. …
Pittsburgh International Race Complex Announces First Public Auction of Facility Contents
November 19th 2025
Pittsburgh International Race Complex announces that the first public auction of select facility contents has been scheduled.Starts: Tuesday, December 2, 2025 - 5:00 PMEnds: Tuesday, December 9, 2025 - 5:00 PMPreview Date: Saturday - December 6, 2025 – 12:00 PM - 3:00 PMPickup Dates: Monday - D …
Merced Increased to 2 Nights of USAC Midgets, Tulare Canceled
November 19th 2025
A second night of USAC NOS Energy Drink Midget National Championship racing at Merced Speedway has been added to this weekend’s Golden State Invasion schedule on Friday, November 21.The series will now compete at Merced, California’s 1/4-mile, high-banked dirt oval with complete programs on Friday a …
Chris Rice To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 19th 2025
Chris Rice, CEO, Kaulig Racing, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK is brought to you by EPART …
Freddie Spencer To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 18th 2025
Freddie Spencer, 3-Time FIM Grand Prix World Champion and MotoGP Hall of Fame Legend, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGIS …
Crower Rocker Arms: Strength, Precision, and Proven Performance
November 18th 2025
Crower rocker arms represent the perfect balance of strength, precision, and innovation — engineered to deliver maximum valvetrain efficiency in both high-performance street engines and professional race applications. With decades of experience in precision machining and valvetrain design, Crower ha …
SunCoast Performance to Showcase Next-Generation 10-Speed Transmission Platforms at PRI 2025
November 18th 2025
SunCoast Performance is set to make a major impact at PRI 2025, unveiling its latest advancements for Ford and GM’s 10-speed transmission platforms. These newly engineered systems — including the SunCoast 10R140 Pro Loc Valve Body and Pump Assembly and the SunCoast 10L1000 High-Capacity “E” Clutch D …
Ram, Kaulig Racing launch Free Agent Driver Program for fourth seat on Truck Series grid in 2026
November 18th 2025
Ram Trucks dropped the curtain Monday on the next phase of its launch back into NASCAR competition, a return that’s held the promise of shaking up the 2026 Craftsman Truck Series grid. The manufacturer is staying on brand, and the free-agency period for its driver roster will now be a season-long af …
Wednesday's USAC Midget National Championship event in Visalia canceled due to saturated grounds
November 18th 2025
Wednesday’s, November 19th USAC NOS Energy Drink Midget National Championship event at Visalia, California’s Plaza Park Raceway has been canceled due to saturated grounds.Substantial rainfall in recent days at the 1/5-mile dirt oval has forced cancellation of the event, which was to be the debut of …
Porsche to field second Formula E team for 2026/27 season
November 18th 2025
Porsche will become the first brand to field two Formula E teams following its acquisition of another license to compete in the all-electric series from the 2026-27 season.Unlike automotive conglomerate Stellantis, which currently backs Citroen Racing as well as the DS Penske outfit (but is expected …
Pirelli sets mandatory stint limits for Qatar Grand Prix
November 18th 2025
Pirelli has mandated a two-stop race for the Qatar Grand Prix by imposing a 25-lap maximum for each set of tires due to concerns over excessive wear.The penultimate race of the season takes place in just under two week’s time, following the Las Vegas Grand Prix this coming weekend. The event had a m …
Team Penske makes sweeping changes to its IndyCar Series staff
November 18th 2025
Team Penske has made sweeping changes to its IndyCar Series program.The new managerial and engineering assignments follow in the wake of May’s firings of team president Tim Cindric, managing director Ron Ruzewski, and team manager Kyle Moyer, which led to the July appointments of Porsche Penske Moto …
Matt Martelli To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 17th 2025
Matt Martelli, CEO, American Off-Road Racing Championship, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK …
Cosworth unveils first GT steering wheel and Centaurus 3 Power Distribution Module at PMW Expo
November 17th 2025
Cosworth is expanding its motorsport product portfolio with its first GT Steering Wheel and the latest addition to its Centaurus Power Distribution Module family, the Centaurus 3, which were both launched at this year’s PMW Expo in Cologne, Germany.Both the GT Steering Wheel and Centaurus 3 are engi …
IMSA issues 2026 regulation update
November 17th 2025
IMSA has published its 2026 Sporting Regulations for the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship, which include some noteworthy changes for the upcoming season.The “Short FCY” protocol will now be used for any full course yellow (FCY) deployed within 30 minutes of the start of the race, and will continue …
NASCAR announces technical and testing updates to 2026 rulebook
November 17th 2025
NASCAR made a host of technical rulebook updates on Friday, with some of the most notable changes regarding increased horsepower next season, as well as testing guidelines.To begin, five racetracks in 2026 will use the short-track/road-course aero package as Cup Series teams compete with an increase …
Chevrolet updates Camaro ZL1 body for Cup Series competition in 2026
November 17th 2025
Chevrolet revealed its updated car body for the NASCAR Cup Series on Friday, unveiling a refreshed Camaro ZL1 that will make its competition debut in 2026.The subtle updates to the Cup Series body take styling cues from a performance accessories kit that Chevrolet recently released for the car’s roa …
Drag racing legend John Forces announces retirement
November 17th 2025
Legendary drag racer John Force, a 16-time NHRA Funny Car world champion and the winningest driver in NHRA history, announced Thursday during a media luncheon at his race shop in Yorba Linda, Calif., that he is officially retiring from competition 17 months after suffering injuries in a devastating …
6th Annual Race Industry Week – More Speakers Announcements
November 14th 2025
CHRIS STEWART, Founder of GRIDLIFE; MICHAEL COBB, President & CEO of SCCA; PAM MILLER, Executive Producer INDYCAR, FOX Entertainment; LAURENT RUMAYOR, President of bump & GP Explorer; LINDA VAUGHN, The First Lady of Motorsports and ANTOINE TITZ, Event Director, GP Explorer have joined the im …
Daido Metal to sponsor Paul Lee Racing Funny Car at NHRA Finals
November 14th 2025
Daido Metal will be the primary sponsor partner on the FTI Performance Funny Car driven by Paul Lee for the upcoming In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals.Daido Metal continues to work closely with the Paul Lee Racing crew chiefs on the bearings for the nitro-burning race car. Highlighting the program will be …
AMR and IMSA Announce Multi-Year Partnership Extension to Advance Motorsports Safety
November 14th 2025
American Medical Response (AMR) and the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) have entered into a renewed multi-year partnership. This ongoing collaboration will further enhance motorsports safety, honor first responders, and support the nationwide recruitment of emergency medical profession …
NHRA adjusts Friday qualifying schedule for In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals due to pending weather
November 14th 2025
Due to pending weather, NHRA officials have announced a schedule change for Friday’s two Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying sessions for the In-N-Out Burger NHRA Finals at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip.Qualifying is slated to begin at 10 a.m. PT with Top Fuel and Funny Car, with Pro Stoc …
High Limit Racing issues High Roller Club membership cards to 10 teams
November 14th 2025
Kubota High Limit Racing has formalized its unprecedented investment in sprint car racing by issuing High Roller Club membership cards to 10 race teams based on their 2024–25 performance.The High Roller Club, which focuses on creating a sustainable business model for race teams, will distribute up t …
Peter Thul To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 13th 2025
Peter Thul, Senior Director Sport, WRC (World Rally Championship), has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUS …
MOTOR STATE 2025 TO HOST DEALER PORTAL SEMINAR AT PRI SHOW
November 13th 2025
Watervliet, MI, November 13, 2025Motor State Distributing is pleased to announce the 2025 PriceGuidePro Dealer Portal Seminar, presented by Pertronix. The seminar will take place at the Performance Racing Industry Show in Indianapolis, Indiana, on Friday, December 12th, 2025, and provides existing a …
Foyt Team, New Partners To Raise Funds for Homes For Our Troops
November 13th 2025
AJ Foyt Racing will celebrate America’s 250th birthday in 2026 by racing its famous No. 14 Chevrolet with a patriotic livery for the entire NTT INDYCAR SERIES season in a campaign to raise funds for Homes For Our Troops (HFOT).Homes For Our Troops (hfotusa.org) is a publicly funded 501(c) (3) nonpro …
Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour Official release 2026 Schedule of Events
November 13th 2025
After several weeks of planning, Officials with the Milton CAT American-Canadian Tour announced today the 2026 Schedule of Events for North America’s most historic Late Model touring series with 14 point-counting events on a fifteen-stop schedule. Along with the $60,000+ Milton CAT point fund and $2 …
Jacqueline Herrera named general manager of Chicagoland Speedway
November 13th 2025
As a child, Jacque Herrera was heading to Chicagoland Speedway to watch the stars of NASCAR rip around the 1.5-mile oval in Joliet, Illinois.She gets to relive those glory days in a new way now as Herrera was introduced as general manager of Chicagoland Speedway on Tuesday, just under eight months b …
NASCAR announces start times, networks for 2026 national series races
November 13th 2025
NASCAR on Wednesday announced the start times and networks for all of its national series races for the 2026 season, with the Daytona 500 set for 2:30 p.m. ET on Feb. 15 on FOX.Two weeks earlier, on Feb. 1, FOX will televise the Cook Out Clash’s return to Bowman Gray Stadium at 8 p.m. ET. This will …
Tony Stewart and Leah Pruett To Be Featured Speakers at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 12th 2025
Tony Stewart, 3-Time NASCAR Cup Series Champion, Owner of Tony Stewart Racing and Top Fuel NHRA Winner, and Leah Pruett, NHRA Star and 12-Time Top Fuel Event Winner, have joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through …
Two-day Goodyear NASCAR tire test scheduled at Bristol
November 12th 2025
A two-day Goodyear tire test is scheduled this week at Bristol Motor Speedway, with the goal of dialing in an optimal setup for the NASCAR Cup Series’ two visits to the Tennessee short track next year.Three teams — one from each of the series’ three manufacturers — are scheduled to test Wednesday an …
Rapson Performance Group from Enginuity Power Systems acquires Katech Engineering
November 12th 2025
Katech Engineering, the legendary name synonymous with championship-winning racing engines, precision engineering, OEM development, and global performance since 1977, proudly announces a new chapter in its distinguished history. The company has been acquired by Rapson Performance Group from Enginuit …
Genesis Magma Racing begins performance testing of new GMR-001 LMDh
November 12th 2025
Genesis Magma Racing shifted focus to performance running with its GMR-001 LMDh prototype for the first time during a recent three-day test at Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours.The session was handled by the Korean manufacturer’s four confirmed drivers — Pipo Derani, André Lotterer, Mathys Jaubert, and …
World of Outlaws Late Models reveals 61-race 2026 schedule
November 12th 2025
A new season for the World of Outlaws Real American Beer Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision is less than three months away, and the roadmap for 2026 has arrived.The 25th season of competition for The Most Powerful Late Models on the Planet will take the Series on a 10-month journey that once …
Michael Good To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 11th 2025
Michael Good, President, Performance Racing Industry (PRI), has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEE …
Rockingham Dragway set to host NHRA national event in 2026
November 11th 2025
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series is headed to “The Rock.”NHRA and Rockingham Dragway have announced that the historic track will host a full NHRA national event for the first time in track history as part of NHRA’s 75th Anniversary celebration in 2026.The NHRA Nationals at The Rock will tak …
IndyCar considering potential technical changes in spec brake package, spec dampers
November 11th 2025
The IndyCar Series used its recent test on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway’s 2.5-mile oval to gather feedback and data on two technical changes being considered for its current and future car.Evaluated by Ed Carpenter Racing’s Alexander Rossi, the 2016 Indy 500 winner, in the No. 20 Chevy, and Rahal …
Gary Putnam completes a full NASCAR circle as he becomes the Whelen Modified Tour series director
November 11th 2025
Gary Putnam has poured everything he has into NASCAR.A native of Vernon, Connecticut, he’s spent 30 years grinding away in garage areas across the country working with a who’s who of drivers and team owners including Richard Petty, John Andretti, Bill Elliott and Jamie McMurray, among others.However …
6th Annual Race Industry Week – More Speakers Announcements
November 7th 2025
JONATHAN APPLEGATE, Senior Manager, Mazda Motorsports; MICHAEL PRINTUP, COO, Parella Motorsports Holdings; JASON REED, General Manager, Knoxville Raceway; MARIE ADAMS, Director of Operations, National Auto Sport Association (NASA); RJ TILL, Vice President, World Racing League and CJ OLIVARES, Presid …
LABA7 Founder Andrius Liškus Was Named Gen-III Innovator of the Year
November 7th 2025
SEMA named LABA7 founder, Andrius Liskus, the Gen-III Innovator of the Year. The award honors young entrepreneurs under 40 who drive innovation, technology, and progress within the automotive industry. Liskus solved a major barrier in advanced suspension testing: accessibility.High-speed, …
Melling Performance Launches NEW Website
November 7th 2025
Melling is pleased to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, offering a modernized user experience with improved functionality and streamlined navigation.The updated site reflects Melling's continued commitment to innovation and customer service, making it easier than ever for users to …
Ford named Featured Marque of the HSR Daytona Classic 24 Hour
November 7th 2025
Ford will be the Featured Marque of the 12th running of the HSR Daytona Classic 24 Hour presented by Mission Foods at Daytona International Speedway (DIS), November 11 – 15, 2026.The HSR Daytona Classic 24 Hour is an annual tribute race to the Rolex 24 At Daytona. Ford has taken home 20 first-place …
Gainbridge renews Indy 500 partnership
November 7th 2025
The Indianapolis 500 will continue to be presented by Gainbridge under a contract extension fashioned between the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the financial services company.“Partnering with the Indianapolis 500 is a natural fit for Gainbridge, reflecting our shared commitment to success, innovat …
Pirelli equips McLaren W1 with first supercar tires made from 50% sustainable materials
November 7th 2025
Pirelli has equipped the new McLaren W1 supercar with three bespoke tires made from 50% bio-based and recycled materials, as certified by Bureau Veritas. The tires – P Zero R, P Zero Trofeo RS and P Zero Winter 2 – have been specially developed by Pirelli in collaboration with McLaren.The project in …
Lucas Oil Promotes Naomi Furgiuele to Chief Product Officer
November 7th 2025
Lucas Oil Products, the world leader and distributor of high-performance automotive additives and lubricants, announced today the promotion of Naomi Furgiuele to Chief Product Officer (CPO). In her appointment to the Lucas Oil Executive Team, Furgiuele will play a pivotal role in overseeing product …
Sanna named head of motorsport for McLaren Automotive
November 7th 2025
McLaren Automotive has announced that Giorgio Sanna has become its new head of motorsport.In his new role, the Italian, who previously served as the racing boss at Automobili-Lamborghini, will oversee all of McLaren Automotive's sporting programs, including its GT3, GT4 and Trophy activities. He wil …
Rodi Basso To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 6th 2025
Rodi Basso, CEO and co-founder of the E1 World Championship, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WE …
TURN 14 DISTRIBUTION ADDS TURN OFFROAD TO LINE CARD
November 6th 2025
Turn 14 Distribution, the industry leader in performance parts distribution, has added Turn Offroad to its catalog of off-road and truck performance products.Turn Offroad specializes in high-performance off-road accessories, including bumpers, skid plates, suspension components, and recovery gear, e …
Kate O’Neal wins 2025 Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award
November 6th 2025
The NASCAR Foundation announced Kate O’Neal as the winner of the 15th annual Betty Jane France Humanitarian Award during Tuesday’s NASCAR Awards Banquet in Scottsdale, Ariz. O’Neal will receive a $100,000 donation from The NASCAR Foundation going towards The Caring Link, a non-profit that provides b …
American Rally Association Announces 2026 Schedule
November 6th 2025
With the 2025 American Rally Association (ARA) National Championship Presented by Kubota now in the record books, ARA—the largest rally organization in the United States and the country’s only national championship for the sport of stage rally—today announced its full schedule for 2026.ARA’s 2026 Na …
World of Outlaws Returning to Stateline in 2026 for Rick Briggs Memorial
November 6th 2025
The World of Outlaws Real American Beer Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision is set to return to the “Empire State” in 2026 with a midweek showdown at Stateline Speedway.The Busti, NY facility will host The Most Powerful Late Models on the Planet on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, for the Rick Briggs …
New Subaru Gymkhana car unveiled
November 6th 2025
The popular Gymkhana YouTube film franchise is returning later this year, featuring an all-new purpose-built Subaru BRAT, that was unveiled at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas.Developed by Subaru Motorsports USA and long-time factory racing collaborator Vermont SportsCar, the car – dubbed the Subaru Brata …
Kelvin Fu To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 5th 2025
Kelvin Fu, Vice President, Honda Racing Corporation USA, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK i …
Arrow McLaren launches multi-year sponsorship of Women in Motorsports North America
November 5th 2025
Arrow McLaren is joining forces with Women in Motorsports North America (WIMNA) through a multi-year sponsorship announced today. The collaboration will focus on cultivating pathways that serve to advance, connect and enable women across the motorsports industry. The team will play a key role i …
Motorsports legends Brent Kaeding and Gary Schroeder named co-grand marshals of the 84th Turkey Nigh
November 5th 2025
Motorsports legends Brent Kaeding and Gary Schroeder have been named co-grand marshals of the 84th running of the ARP Turkey Night Grand Prix Presented by the West Coast Stock Car/Motorsports Hall of Fame at California’s Ventura Raceway on Saturday night, November 29.BRENT KAEDINGBrent Kaeding came …
Honda Racing Corporation debuts racing-inspired consumer engine oil Formula R
November 5th 2025
Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC US), the North American racing arm for both Honda and Acura, has launched its first consumer engine oil line, Formula R, designed t to bring race-proven technology from the track to the street.The HRC Formula R full synthetic motor oils will be available for consume …
Formula Drift reveals radical venue changes in its 2026 competition schedule
November 5th 2025
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 …
Formula E reveals Gen 4 car
November 5th 2025
Formula E has unveiled its new GEN4 racing car, the series’ fastest, most powerful car yet, which will debut next year.Capable of well over 200 mph and delivering 50 percent more power than the current GEN3 Evo machine – 600kW, the equivalent of 815 hp, in Attack Mode and qualifying, increasing to 7 …
Kevin Miller To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 4th 2025
Kevin Miller, President & CEO, USAC, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK is brought to you …
High Limit Racing 2026 Schedule to feature 66 nights at 33 tracks
November 4th 2025
Set for its third season as a national touring sprint car series, Kubota High Limit Racing is looking ahead to 2026 with 66 race nights planned at 33 tracks across 21 states.Finding a rhythm with season-opening and season-ending events, the coast-to-coast campaign will once again begin at Las Vegas …
K1 RaceGear Extends Partnership with IMS
November 4th 2025
K1 RaceGear, leading manufacturer of professional-level racing safety gear and apparel, has renewed its multiyear partnership with Indianapolis Motor Speedway.As part of this partnership, K1 will continue to supply fire suits for IMS Track Rescue and Recovery. K1 already supports many drivers and te …
Crower Lifters
November 3rd 2025
A defining feature of Crower lifters is their attention to oiling and internal geometry. Crower’s roller lifters, for example, incorporate high-strength needle bearings and proprietary oil channels that ensure consistent lubrication at elevated RPM and extreme temperatures. This design minimizes wea …
Tyler Gibbs To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
November 3rd 2025
Tyler Gibbs, President, Toyota Racing Development, U.S.A., has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK …
2026 Dodge Charger Hustle Stuff Drag Pak by Direct Connection makes world debut
November 3rd 2025
Drag racing has always rewarded the bold. And today, Dodge just staked a massive claim on the future of Flexjet NHRA Factory Stock Showdown with an announcement that bridges 60 years of Hemi history with the edge of modern muscle. Meet the 2026 Dodge Charger Hustle Stuff Drag Pak by Direct Conn …
Bridgestone launches track-inspired Battlax Racing Street RS12 tire
November 3rd 2025
Bridgestone has announced it will launch the Battlax Racing Street RS12 premium sports motorcycle tire in January 2026 in Europe and North America, and in February 2026 in Japan.Developed under the concept ‘From Circuit to Street’, the RS12 incorporates race tire technology to offer the highest dry …
NASCAR officials lower age requirement for O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, expand Cup Series participati
November 3rd 2025
NASCAR competition officials issued changes Saturday to the eligibility rules for its three national series in 2026, lowering the minimum age requirement for the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and expanding the amount of races that Cup Series drivers are able to enter in both the O’Reilly Auto Parts Ser …
Advanced Powertrain Technology Forum at PMW Expo
November 3rd 2025
With PMW Expo 2025 rapidly approaching, this year’s content program has been finalized. Taking place in Cologne, Germany, on November 12 and 13, the expo will see dozens of sessions held across both days, offering insights from industry leaders focused on driving performance and innovation.A selecti …
6th Annual Race Industry Week – More Speakers Announcements
October 31st 2025
MARTY FIOLKA, Promoter for Crandon International Raceway; MELISSA EICKHOFF, CEO of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb; JOSE GRIJALVA, President & Race Director of SCORE International; BRAD GERBER, Vice President Sales & CDO of National Hot Rod Association (NHRA); JASON DIENHART, Preside …
Race Winning Brands Appoints Arnie Jensen as Automotive Business Unit President
October 31st 2025
Mentor, Ohio – October 31, 2025 – Race Winning Brands (RWB), a leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance components for the automotive and powersports markets, is pleased to announce the appointment of Arnie Jensen as President of RWB’s Automotive Business Unit. This strategic appointmen …
WIMNA So Cal Chapter / NHRA Women in Motorsports Field Trip
October 31st 2025
WIMNA SoCal Chapter and NHRA Celebrate Women in Motorsports with Exclusive Field Trip at the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum—November 14, 2025, 10 a.m. Women in Motorsports North America (WIMNA) and the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) are joining forces to host a special Women in Motor …
Melling Awarded ERI’s 2024 Largest Sales Growth Supplier Award!
October 31st 2025
Melling Engine Parts was honored to attend ERI’s Annual Meeting on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in Calgary, Alberta Canada. ERI presented Melling with the Largest Sales Growth Supplier Award for 2024. Doug Smith, Eastern Regional Sales Manager, accepted the award. Mark Melling, President and CEO …
Al Speyer passes away at 73
October 31st 2025
The man who brought Firestone back to open-wheel racing has died.Al Speyer, a native of Long Island, N.Y., passed on Monday at the age of 73. During a 39-year career with Firestone that continued into its acquisition by Bridgestone Americas, Speyer put his Baccalaureate of Science in mechanical engi …
Jim Campbell To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
October 30th 2025
Jim Campbell, Vice President of GM Performance & Motorsports, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUST …
Next-gen Tatuus T-326 Formula Regional European Championship car debuts at Monza
October 30th 2025
The Tatuus T-326 has been unveiled at Monza. The second-generation FIA Formula Regional European Championship car, which will be adopted in the 2026 FREC season, was presented by representatives from the FIA, the Automobile Club d’Italia (ACI) and Tatuus ahead of this season’s final round on October …
Miami to host first US race for celebrity-backed E1 raceboat Championship
October 30th 2025
Will Smith, LeBron James and Tom Brady are among team owners in E1, the world's first all-electric powerboat racing Championship, which makes its US debut as the 2025 season finale hits Miami this November 7–8.The E1 Miami GP brings the Championship to American waters for the first time, where fans …
ACT and PASS Lease Lee USA Speedway
October 30th 2025
For the American-Canadian Tour’s Cris Michaud and the Pro All Stars Series’ Tom Mayberry, Lee USA Speedway has always held a special place. For Michaud, he fought 59 other cars for a starting spot in 2005’s Seacoast Late Model Challenge, later taking the lead from seven-time ACT champion Jean- …
Two new venues, South Boston finale highlight 2026 CARS Tour schedule
October 30th 2025
An ambitious, diverse 2026 schedule for the zMAX CARS Tour will see the series tackle 15 events at 15 different venues.Headlining the calendar is two new tracks for the two CARS Tour divisions, both of which are in the state of Tennessee. Nashville Fairgrounds Speedway returns to the CARS Tour after …
Supercars announces expanded 2026 calendar
October 30th 2025
A 14-round Repco Supercars Championship calendar has been revealed for 2026, a year in which Toyota officially joins the grid to challenge the Ford Mustang and Chevrolet Camaro, and racing debuts on New Zealand’s South Island.In a landmark move, the opening day of the 2026 Championship at Sydney Mot …
Coolant Testing & Treatment: Keeping Engines Performing Under Pressure
October 29th 2025
In the closing episode of the 2025 season of Race Industry Now, EPARTRADE welcomed Joe Long, Senior Field Technical Trainer at Old World Industries, makers of PEAK coolants, alongside Chuck Lynch, Vice President of Technical Service at the Automotive Engine Rebuilders Association (AERA). The topic — …
Jeff Dodds To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
October 29th 2025
Jeff Dodds, Chief Executive Officer, Formula E, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK is brought …
Korus Group unites top Italian racing brands
October 29th 2025
A new Italian motorsport conglomerate, the Korus Group, has been formed, bringing together eight leading companies under a single banner. The group features Tatuus Racing, Autotecnica Motori (ATM) and Breda Racing, which had been working together since 2017 and 2018, alongside YCOM, which joined the …
Sporting and technical regulations approved for 2025 FIA WEC
October 29th 2025
The sporting and technical regulations for the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship campaign have been approved by the FIA World Motor Sport Council in Paris, France.The update enhances the fan experience by replacing leader lights with multi-color LED panels on each side of the cars. These wide-an …
Bernal Appointed Elgin Industries Director of Global Aftermarket Sales
October 29th 2025
Juan Bernal, a highly accomplished sales executive with more than 16 years of experience in the global motor vehicle aftermarket, has been appointed Director of Global Aftermarket Sales for Elgin Industries. Elgin is a leading supplier of engine and chassis parts for original equipment, aftermarket …
Genesis Magma Racing's Trajectory Program set to continue in 2026
October 29th 2025
Genesis Magma Racing's Trajectory Program is set to continue for a second year in 2026, after a highly successful campaign in the European Le Mans Series' LMP2 class for the initiative, assisted by the Korean brand's LMP2 racing partner IDEC Sport.The Trajectory Program was put together to allow Gen …
Mark Rushbrook To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
October 28th 2025
Mark Rushbrook, Global Director, Ford Racing, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK is brought t …
NHRA releases 2026 Schedule for NHRA Pro Mod Series
October 28th 2025
NHRA officials announced today the 10-race schedule in the NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series for the upcoming 2026 season.The fan-favorite NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series will kick off its season at the NHRA Gatornationals in Gainesville on March 5-8, before heading to the NHRA Arizona Nationals, retu …
Brainerd International Raceway completes track repaving project
October 28th 2025
Brainerd International Raceway, home of the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, recently completed a major reinvestment project at the legendary facility, repaving the asphalt surface of the track.Brainerd International Raceway, home of the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, recently completed a major reinvestment pro …
Bradenton Motorsports Park undergoes extensive renovations
October 28th 2025
Bradenton Motorsports Park, which hosted its first NHRA divisional event in 1975, has recently undergone an extensive renovation at the hands of current owners Victor Alvarez and Garrett Mitchell, who is better known as YouTube star Cleetus McFarland.Bradenton Motorsports Park, which hosted its firs …
Frederic Lequien To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
October 27th 2025
Frederic Lequien, CEO, FIA WEC (World Endurance Championship), has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY …
FuelTech Acquires Velopark Racetrack, Ushering In a New Era of Brazilian Motorsports
October 27th 2025
Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil—FuelTech, a global leader in high-performance engine management systems and motorsports innovation, today announced the acquisition of Velopark Racetrack, one of Brazil’s most iconic racing complexes. With the purchase, the venue will be renamed FuelTech Motorsports Park, ma …
NASCAR Final Four cemented
October 27th 2025
The NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs Championship 4 field is cemented after William Byron’s walkoff win on Sunday at Martinsville Speedway.Both Byron and Ryan Blaney were the class of the field over the 500-lap elimination race. The two playoff drivers needed to win in order to keep their title hopes aliv …
World of Outlaws to make debut at Hendry County Motorsports Park in February 2026
October 27th 2025
After years of planning, the dirt road has opened for the World of Outlaws Real American Beer Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision to invade Hendry County Motorsports Park during the Swamp Cabbage weekend in 2026.The World of Outlaws will make its debut at the 1/4-mile dirt track in Clewiston, …
USF Pro Championships announces 2026 schedules
October 27th 2025
Andersen Promotions today confirmed the calendar of events for the three series that comprise USF Pro Championships Presented by Continental Tire, which enters its 17th season in 2026. Since its inception, the ladder system has awarded over $29 million in scholarships for drivers to take the next st …
John Doonan To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
October 24th 2025
John Doonan, President of IMSA, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK is brought to you by EPART …
Sebring International Raceway names Muha as new president/GM
October 24th 2025
Matt Muha has been named as the new president and general manager of Sebring International Raceway, effective Jan. 1, 2026. Muha replaces Wayne Estes, who will retire after 10 years of service in those roles on March 31, following the 74th Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring.“I am honored for this oppor …
NASCAR reveals the 2026 Whelen Modified Tour schedule
October 24th 2025
NASCAR today revealed the 2026 NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour schedule, a 16-race slate that blends tradition, competition and fan-favorite venues.The new season marks the highly anticipated return of Stafford Speedway and Oxford Plains Speedway, while the championship finale moves back to its storied …
Weekend rain, cold temperatures cancel World of Outlaws at 81, Arrowhead
October 24th 2025
With Precision Weather Service models projecting heavy rain beginning Thursday night and lasting through nearly the entire weekend in both Park City, KS and Colcord, OK, expecting to bring more than an inch of precipitation to 81 Speedway and Arrowhead Speedway and forecasted cold temperatures preve …
USGP sets new viewership record on ABC
October 23rd 2025
ABC’s live telecast of Sunday’s Formula 1 United States Grand Prix from Circuit of The Americas attracted the largest U.S. television audience on record for the event as an average of 1.5 million viewers tuned in for the race-only portion of the telecast. The audience was up 14 percent over last yea …
NASCAR shifts Daytona 500 date to avoid Super Bowl conflict in 2027
October 23rd 2025
NASCAR will open its 2027 season a week later than it has recently, as the Daytona 500 will be held on Feb. 21, 2027.“We have fans from all 50 states and dozens of countries who look forward to kicking off the NASCAR season with us at 'The World Center of Racing,' and we know many of them make their …
Driving Performance Forward: Oerlikon Balzers’ S3p Technology Sets a New Benchmark in Motorsport Coa
October 22nd 2025
In a highly technical session of Race Industry Now, Oerlikon Balzers showcased how its latest advancements in surface engineering are transforming high-performance engines and drivetrains across global motorsport. The presentation — “Driving Performance Forward: S3p Expansion, DLC Gearbox & Engi …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - OCT 29
October 22nd 2025
Wednesday, October 29 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #563 - "Coolant Testing & Treatment: Best Practices for Racing, Performance & Heavy-Duty Engines" by PeakFeaturing Joe Long, Old World Industries Senior Field Technical Trainer. Hosted by Chuck Lynch, Vice President of Technical Service, AERA (Aut …
Format change announced for Veterans Race of Remembrance
October 22nd 2025
The inaugural CrowdStrike Veterans Race of Remembrance Powered by AWS will move to a one-day, six-hour endurance race format on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025, at VIRginia International Raceway (VIR).According to Operation Motorsport, the adjustment — made in collaboration with sanctioning partner USAC Raci …
Sumitomo Sensing Core provides real-time tire intelligence in Falken Porsche NLS tests
October 22nd 2025
As part of creating a safer and more sustainable future, Sensing Core, a sensorless technology developed by Sumitomo Rubber Industries, has been tested throughout the 2025 Nürburgring Ring Endurance (NLS) season on the Falken Porsche 911 GT3 R. The solution demonstrated its potential to enhance safe …
Race Technologies appoints Sean Crawford as President and Chief Revenue Officer
October 22nd 2025
Race Technologies, a global partner in performance braking and aftermarket solutions for automotive and powersports applications, has announced the appointment of Sean Crawford as its new President and Chief Revenue Officer (CRO).In this role, Crawford will be responsible for driving strategic growt …
Goodyear to debut new left-side tire for Cup Series Playoffs race at Martinsville
October 22nd 2025
Goodyear will introduce a new left-side tire for Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs race, bringing a softer compound to Martinsville Speedway.Goodyear officials indicated that the new left-side tire should wear more aggressively than the previous left-side setup at the 0.526-mile Virginia short tra …
NASCAR unveils San Diego street course layout
October 22nd 2025
NASCAR’s inaugural event in San Diego on Naval Base Coronado will feature a 16-turn course measuring 3.4 miles.It will be the longest course on the 2026 schedule. The lap distance of the event is still to be determined, but NASCAR unveiled renderings of the course on Tuesday. NASCAR heads to San Die …
LABA7 Heads to SEMA and PRI 2025
October 21st 2025
VILNIUS, Lithuania - LABA7 announces its participation in two of the world’s leading automotive trade shows - SEMA Show 2025 in Las Vegas and PRI 2025 in Indianapolis. Visitors will have the chance to explore the company’s most advanced suspension testing equipment, alongside new, yet-to-be-an …
Doug Boles To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
October 21st 2025
Doug Boles President of INDYCAR & Indianapolis Motor Speedway, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUS …
McLaren taps Garage 59 as new FIA WEC LMGT3 partner
October 21st 2025
McLaren has tapped Garage 59 for a new role as its LMGT3 partner in the FIA World Endurance Championship starting in 2026, taking over from United Autosports as it shifts focus toward operating its top-class program.The move comes ahead of a hugely important year for the Woking brand in sportscar ra …
R+L Carriers signs multiyear deal as primary sponsor of Elite Motorsports Top Fueler
October 21st 2025
Elite Motorsports has announced that R+L Carriers, a global transportation provider designed to provide superior service at competitive pricing, has signed a multiyear deal to be the primary sponsor of the Elite Motorsports Top Fuel dragster that will be driven by motorsports legend Tony Stewart beg …
Repsol partners with MotoGP™ to become the exclusive lubricant supplier for Moto2™ and Moto3™
October 21st 2025
Repsol has enterid into a strategic alliance with Dorna Sports, the organizer of the MotoGP World Championship, to become the exclusive official supplier of lubricants for the Moto2 and Moto3 categories. This agreement, which will run from 2026 through 2030, marks a significant milestone in the comp …
Hispano Suiza and Michelin collaborate on exclusive tire for the Carmen Sagrera
October 21st 2025
Hispano Suiza has collaborated with Michelin to develop a customized tire for the Carmen Sagrera. The fully electric hypercar has been designed, manufactured and tested in Spain and delivers 1,114hp and 1,160Nm of torque, enabling it to accelerate from 0 to 100km/h in 2.6 seconds.The hypercar demand …
FIA World Motor Sport Council updates focus on sustainable mobility
October 21st 2025
Following its third meeting, the FIA World Motor Sport Council has announced new regulations for sustainable energy and e-karting and minor amendments to the Formula 1 Technical Regulations.FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem said, “So far, this year has been one of growth as we see partnerships and …
Steve O’Donnell To Be A Featured Speaker at the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK
October 20th 2025
Steve O’Donnell, President of NASCAR, has joined the impressive and growing lineup of featured speakers for the 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK, taking place Monday through Thursday, December 1–4, 2025. No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER RACE INDUSTRY WEEK is brought to you by …
Apple confirmed as F1’s new U.S. broadcaster
October 20th 2025
Formula 1 has confirmed Apple will be the new broadcaster partner of the sport in the United States on a five-year deal.Apple has won the rights from ESPN – the sports broadcasting giant that had held the rights since 2018 – as it builds on the success of the F1 movie that was released earlier this …
IHRA acquires Powerboat P1 USA / P1 Offshore, launching Unified 2026 Powerboat Racing Season
October 20th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the acquisition of Powerboat P1 USA / P1 Offshore, marking a transformative milestone in the evolution of professional powerboat racing. The unification of these two respected motorsport organizations establishes a bold new direction for t …
MSHFA seeks applicants for position of president
October 20th 2025
The Motorsports Hall of Fame of America is now accepting applications for the position of President.Reporting Relationships: Reports to the Board of DirectorsManages: Small staffThis position is on-site in Daytona Beach, FL based on the grounds of Daytona International SpeedwayPosition Overview: The …
WEC confirms ERS mandate for new Hypercars
October 20th 2025
A key change to the power unit rules has been outlined in the 2026 FIA WEC Hypercar technical regulations, which were published earlier today.Article 5.3 in the document states that “An ERS is optional but shall become mandatory for all newly homologated vehicles from 2026 onwards.”The change in the …
NASCAR to partner with United Rentals as official IMPACT Partner in support of Team Rubicon disaster
October 17th 2025
NASCAR and United Rentals today announced that United Rentals, the world’s largest equipment rental company, has joined the league as an official IMPACT Partner in joint support of Team Rubicon, the veteran-led humanitarian organization that serves communities before, during, and after disasters and …
F1 agrees to more relief for struggling 2026 power unit manufacturers
October 17th 2025
Formula 1 and the FIA have agreed more mechanisms to allow any power unit manufacturer struggling under the 2026 regulations to address their issues.Next year brings the introduction of complex new power units introduced that increase the influence of the battery and hybrid system, in a move that ha …
Mopar joins Team Peugeot TotalEnergies for 2026 WEC
October 17th 2025
Mopar has announced its official partnership with Team Peugeot TotalEnergies starting with the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) season.Beyond its technical contribution, with Mopar factory-engineered original parts in the race car, the partnership positions Mopar brand as a key player in …
Škoda teases sustainable production car technologies with Enyaq RS Race concept car
October 16th 2025
Škoda Motorsport has leveraged Bcomp technologies in its 2025 Enyaq RS Race. The material technology has reportedly contributed to a weight cut of 316kg in a pilot project demonstrating sustainable lightweighting.The all-electric concept car is inspired by Škoda’s rally DNA. It is based on the Škoda …
NHRA scores its most-watched telecast on record at Texas
October 16th 2025
The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series had the most-watched broadcast in NHRA history for the final rounds of the Texas NHRA FallNationals, which drew 2.065 million viewers on FOX for Sunday’s eliminations coverage from Texas Motorplex.Airing as the fourth of six races in the Countdown to the Cha …
Race Ready: How Grant Products Crafts the Perfect Steering Wheel
October 15th 2025
In a recent episode of Race Industry Now, the weekly EPARTRADE technical webinar series, Todd Froelich, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Grant Products, joined host Brad Gillie of SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift to explore how Grant has perfected steering wheel technology for the motorsport wor …
ARP Announces Bonus Program For California Hot Rod Reunion
October 15th 2025
Industry-leading fastener manufacturer Automotive Racing Products (ARP) will once again support grassroots, nostalgia drag racing at the California Hot Rod Reunion, presented by Good Vibrations Motorsports, October 24–26 at Bakersfield’s Famoso Dragstrip.In addition to Sportsman Class Winner payouts …
Loutraki to host 2026 EKO Acropolis Rally Greece
October 15th 2025
After five successful years headquartered in Lamia, the event will return to a region steeped in rallying heritage. Loutraki, located on the Gulf of Corinth and just an hour from capital city Athens, previously hosted the Acropolis between 2009 and 2013, and now welcomes the WRC back with renewed am …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - OCT 22
October 15th 2025
Wednesday, October 22 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #562 - "Driving Performance Forward: S3p Expansion, DLC Gearbox & Engine Solutions. Shaping the Future of Performance Coatings in Global Motorsport" by OerlikonFeaturing Martin Hahn, Global Product Manager Piston Group & Motorsports; Dr. Martin Bo …
IHRA launches first issue of new era Drag Review Magazine
October 15th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) is proud to announce the release of the first issue of Drag Review Magazine under its revitalized “New Era.” The magazine, a long-standing voice of IHRA drag racing, returns to print and digital platforms with a renewed vision - capturing the energy, …
Ferrari unveils production-ready chassis and components for full-electric Elettrica
October 15th 2025
Ferrari has revealed the production-ready chassis and components of its new electric car, the first full-electric model in its history. The Elettrica is the culmination of technological research into electrification that began with the first hybrid solutions derived from Ferrari’s 2009 Formula 1 car …
Willow Springs Revitalized makes debut
October 15th 2025
A new chapter for America’s oldest road course was launched at Willow Springs Reimagined last Saturday.Willow Springs International Raceway hosted its first large-scale event since being acquired by a new ownership group earlier this year, offering a full day of on-track demonstrations, curated disp …
Tracy inducted into Ontario Sports Hall of Fame
October 14th 2025
Paul Tracy is among this year's inductees into the Ontario Sports Hall of Fame.The 2003 Champ Car champion was the sole motorsports representative in a class that also included multiple world record-holding swimmer Summer McIntosh and the 2019 NBA championship-winning Toronto Raptors team."I am hono …
Wheatley joins Hyundai Motorsport as WRC Sporting Director
October 14th 2025
The Briton joins the Alzenau-based team with immediate effect in the newly created role and will attend this week’s Central European Rally (16 - 19 October), followed by FORUM8 Rally Japan and Rally Saudi Arabia, before taking on a full programme in 2026.Reporting to Hyundai Motorsport President Cyr …
Knoxville, Huset’s Set to Host Memorial Day Weekend Doubleheader
October 14th 2025
The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series will celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at Knoxville Raceway and Huset’s Speedway in 2026.For the first time in Series history, the two premier dirt tracks will host a doubleheader event during the greatest weekend in motorsports, with an added vis …
McLaren Technology Centre installs Dynisma Motion Generator simulator
October 14th 2025
McLaren Automotive has installed a Dynisma Motion Generator (DMG) at the McLaren Technology Centre in Woking, UK. The DMG-1 simulator, which has already been integrated into the W1 development program, marks the expansion of the auto maker’s virtual development capabilities, enabling the acceleratio …
IHRA Powerboat Racing announces $250,000 Key West purse and $1 Million Offshore purse for 2026 Seaso
October 13th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) is turning up the throttle as its expansion into powerboat racing surges ahead. Building on the momentum of its 2025 debut, IHRA is proud to announce a $250,000 purse at the Key West Championship.Racers will enjoy exclusive IHRA hospitality on the Outer M …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - OCT 15
October 10th 2025
Wednesday, October 15 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #561 - "Race Ready: How Grant Products Crafts the Perfect Steering Wheel" by Grant ProductsFeaturing Todd Froelich, Vice President Sales and Marketing. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UPPast …
Ansible Motion reveals Theta Cube Sport simulator
October 10th 2025
Ansible Motion has announced its Theta Cube Sport driver-in-the-loop (DIL) simulator, developed for motorsports and reportedly bringing the realism of large, permanently installed systems into a self-contained, transportable and turnkey package to enable engineering-class DIL simulation in a compact …
FIA launches new driver safety index
October 10th 2025
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has introduced the FIA Driver Safety Index (DSI). This subscription-based Software as a Service (SaaS) solution aims to empower public and private organizations to measure and compare driver risk in a universal, reliable and actionable way.Every ye …
Michelin and IMSA extend supply agreement through 2035
October 10th 2025
IMSA and Michelin have announced a long-term extension of their partnership, ensuring that the French constructor will remain the “Official Tire of IMSA” through the 2035 season. The agreement was confirmed during the IMSA State of the Series conference at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta on October 9. …
2026 USAC Sprint Season to launch with six Florida races in February
October 10th 2025
Sunshine and a $24,000 point fund will greet USAC AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship competitors when the 2026 season opens in the state of Florida February 8-14.Winter Dirt Games XVII Presented by Yokohama Tires champion earning the most total points throughout the series will earn a $12,000 r …
WRC launches new spectator safety campaign
October 9th 2025
The campaign debuted on WRC’s social channels with a hard-hitting video that combines footage of risky fan behaviour with candid reactions from the championship’s top drivers.“We are pushing to the limits. We know the road is closed and that the people are safe – even if it goes wrong, we’re risking …
NASCAR increasing horsepower at select tracks for 2026
October 9th 2025
NASCAR confirmed on Wednesday an increase in horsepower, from 670 to 750, at some tracks for the 2026 season.The increase for Cup Series teams will apply to all road and street courses, as well as ovals shorter than 1.5 miles in length. In total, 17 racetracks will feature the uprated power level.“L …
WIMNA PARTNERS WITH GAINBRIDGE FOR XFINITY 500 AT MARTINSVILLE SPEEDWAY
October 9th 2025
Women in Motorsports North America (WIMNA) will partner with Gainbridge and NASCAR Cup Series driver Michael McDowell for a special paint scheme honoring women in North American motorsports who play key roles across the sport during the Oct. 26 Xfinity 500 at Martinsville Speedway. From drivers …
Off-Season Battery Maintenance: Maximizing Power, Performance, and Longevity with XS Power Batterie
October 8th 2025
As racing teams wrap up their competitive seasons, one of the most overlooked—but technically critical—tasks in motorsport preparation is battery maintenance. In a recent Race Industry Now technical webinar, Jed Emert of XS Power Batteries joined Brad Gillie of SiriusXM Late Shift to dive deep into …
Vittori unveils hybrid hypercar, designed in collaboration with Pininfarina
October 8th 2025
Vittori has revealed its inaugural vehicle in Miami. The limited-run hybrid Turbio hypercar is based on an original visual concept by Vittori and designed in partnership with legendary Italian design house Pininfarina.Headquartered in the US and manufacturing in Italy, Vittori says it aims to fuse t …
KTM Factory Racing fires next-gen MotoGP engine for the first time
October 8th 2025
Almost 10 years on from Red Bull KTM’s first step into the highly competitive world of MotoGP, the team has run initial dyno tests for the 2027 850cc engine concept at its Austrian HQ with a view to the forthcoming technical regulations for the series.The motorsport engineering team gathered at the …
Porsche to close FIA WEC Hypercar program
October 8th 2025
In what Porsche calls part of a “comprehensive realignment,” the manufacturer has announced that the factory Porsche Penske Motorsport team will withdraw from the FIA World Endurance Championship after the 2025 season, as Porsche concentrates on its factory racing programs in the FIA Formula E World …
ARCA Menards Series announces 2026 schedule; All 20 races to air live on FOX Sports
October 7th 2025
The 2026 ARCA Menards Series schedule was announced today. The slate again features 20 races at 19 tracks, including the return to two familiar fan favorites.The 2026 season will open at Daytona International Speedway, and for the first time since 2021, the championship will be decided at Kansas Spe …
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October 7th 2025
Join us in Cologne for another year of motorsport and performance automotive innovation. With the additive manufacturing zone, a brand-new debut zone and over 200 exhibitors showcasing every element of performance engineering, visitors have the opportunity to explore traditional, niche and bespoke t …
USAC car owner Steve Phillips passes away at 70
October 7th 2025
Steve Phillips, who earned 19 career wins as a USAC National Sprint Car team owner for drivers Dave Darland and Jason McDougal between 2013-2019, passed away on October 4, 2025. He was 70 years old.Phillips’ black No. 71p won several marquee events in USAC competition over the years, namely with Dar …
Remembering Sprint Car Hall of Famer Bobby Allen
October 7th 2025
Emily Schwanke PhotoBobby Allen, one of the best Sprint Car drivers to ever emerge from the hotbed of Pennsylvania and one of the original Outlaws in 1978, has passed away. He was 81 years old.Originally from Florida, Allen’s time behind the wheel of race cars began in the “Sunshine State” before he …
Snell Foundation issues new update to auto racing helmet standards
October 6th 2025
In 1959, Snell Foundation published the first helmet standard in the United States to evaluate helmet performance. Since then, each new Snell standard has been setting a higher bar for the helmet industry to strive for the best head protection by using available manufacturing technology and material …
FR Americas, F4 U.S. and Ligier Junior Formula Championship Unveil 2026 Schedules
October 6th 2025
Formula Regional Americas Championship (FR Americas), Formula 4 United States Championship (F4 U.S.) and Ligier Junior Formula Championship (Ligier JFC) have unveiled their 2026 race schedules, mixing some of the most iconic circuits in North America with some of the best training grounds for young …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - OCT 8
October 3rd 2025
Wednesday, October 8 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #560 - "Off-Season Battery Maintenance" by XS Power BatteriesFeaturing Jed Emert, Performance Sales Manager, XS Power Batteries. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UPPast Speakers include:Zak Bro …
RACER announces inaugural RACER Creator Awards
October 3rd 2025
RACER Media & Marketing today announced the launch of the RACER Creator Awards Presented by Dunlop, an all-new awards program recognizing the most influential and innovative creators in automotive and motorsports media.The inaugural event will take place on November 20, 2025 in partnership with …
Grant Lynch, longtime leader of Talladega Superspeedway, dies at 71
October 3rd 2025
Grant Lynch, who guided Talladega Superspeedway for 26 years with an unwavering devotion to improving the fan experience, died Thursday morning. He was 71.Lynch was president and later chairman of the 2.66-mile Alabama track until his retirement after the 2019 NASCAR season, which marked the facilit …
Goodyear launches Global Racing Organization to enhance Motorsport Strategy Worldwide
October 3rd 2025
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (NASDAQ: GT) today announced the formation of its new Global Racing organization, a strategic initiative that unifies all motorsport operations under a single global structure. This milestone marks the beginning of a new chapter in Goodyear's racing legacy, rei …
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October 3rd 2025
Kevin Kidd has been appointed the North American Motorsports Competitor Director for Stellantis (Dodge and Ram brands), the company announced Thursday.Kidd will lead the motorsport ventures for NHRA and Ram’s return to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. He will work closely with Tony Stewart Racing …
HSR and Downforce Motorsports announce new partnership
October 2nd 2025
Downforce Motorsports and Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) announced today a new multi-year partnership that will see Downforce Motorsports as the “Official Performance Vehicle Partner of HSR.” The collaboration underscores a shared mission to honor motorsport’s golden eras by celebrating the cars, c …
Toyota taking the next step toward hydrogen power in sports car racing
October 2nd 2025
The FIA World Endurance Championship’s route to introducing a category open to hydrogen-powered prototypes is slowly becoming clearer, with MissionH24’s H24EVO project having taken a significant step forward this year thanks to its new partnership with Toyota Gazoo Racing.At a press conference durin …
K1 RaceGear’s JR Twedt Redefines Sponsorships & Partnerships in Motorsports
October 1st 2025
In the latest episode of EPARTRADE’s acclaimed Race Industry Now webinar series, “Sponsorships & Partnerships in Motorsports,” JR Twedt, General Manager and Director of Operations at K1 RaceGear and Free Minds, delivered an unflinching, data-driven look at how sponsorship models are evolving in …
$2M Expansion Brings Maradyne High Performance Production to US
October 1st 2025
Maradyne High Performance Fans is proud to announce a $2 million expansion of its manufacturing operations into the United States. Beginning in the fourth quarter of 2025, all injection molding, assembly, and testing of Maradyne High Performance Fans will transition to the company’s Grand Prairie, T …
MOTOR STATE DISTRIBUTING EXPANDS PARTNERSHIP WITH EIBACH
October 1st 2025
Motor State Distributing has expanded its long-standing partnership with Eibach, a world leader in the production of high-performance coil springs and shock absorbers. By nearly doubling their selection of stocking products from Eibach to include popular truck, motorsports, and street performance co …
2026 SMX schedule announced
October 1st 2025
The SMX LeagueTM announced today the full 2026 Monster Energy SMX World Championship regular season schedule and tickets on sale for all 17 rounds of the 2026 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship. Supercross pre-sale begins today at 10 a.m. ET for preferred customers and runs through next Mond …
Digital twin CFD experience from Synopsys and Nvidia Omniverse
October 1st 2025
Synopsys has unveiled a digital twin racetrack experience featuring the Discovery verification platform accelerated by Nvidia Omniverse libraries at the Aramco STEM Racing World Finals in Singapore.As the computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation partner for STEM Racing, Synopsys offers over 400 …
Competition and race engineering VP Pappas leaves IndyCar
October 1st 2025
Bill Pappas, IndyCar’s longstanding VP of competition and race engineering, has left the series. No reason was given for the split.The veteran race engineer joined IndyCar’s engineering department after working with some of the best open-wheel teams in CART and the unified IndyCar Series, which blen …
Penske Entertainment preparing to increase IndyCar Leaders Circle payout
October 1st 2025
Penske Entertainment is preparing to deliver a significant increase to its Leaders Circle program.Developed in the 2000s by the former owners of IndyCar and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the Hulman George family devised the Leaders Circle payout program to spread most of the series’ annual outlay …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - OCT 1
September 30th 2025
Wednesday, October 1 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #559 - "Sponsorships & Partnerships in Motorsports" by K1 RaceGearFeaturing JR Twedt, GM/Director of Operations K1 RaceGear & Free Minds. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UPPast Speaker …
Father and son build Champ Car-inspired Hammerhead with Evolution Measurement aero support
September 30th 2025
Cavan Cameron, a student at Purdue University (Indiana), and his father, Russ Cameron, have developed a unique street/race hybrid, ‘Hammerhead’, for events such as Global Time Attack, building on components from 1994–2002 Reynard Champ Cars. The project marks the first use of such technology in a gr …
FIA President launches new global task force to tackle rising costs of motorsport insurance
September 30th 2025
The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, has launched a new taskforce initiated by the FIA President and led by the Secretary Generals for Sport and Mobility, to provide clarity on global m …
BMR Suspension announces acquisition of Control Freak Suspensions
September 30th 2025
BMR Suspension announces today that it has acquired Control Freak Suspensions in Sanford, FL. This acquisition allows BMR Suspension to further its mission of providing innovative, quality-oriented, American-made suspension and chassis products at an affordable price.“Control Freak Suspensions manuf …
World of Outlaws to return to West Virginia Motor Speedway in 2026
September 30th 2025
The World of Outlaws Real American Beer Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision is set to make its long-awaited return to West Virginia Motor Speedway in 2026.For the first time since 2013, the premier national dirt Late Model touring series will roar back into West Virginia Motor Speedway for the …
NARC Sprint Car Series acquired by Brad Sweet and Kevin Rudeen
September 30th 2025
In a strategic move to ensure the continued legacy of the Northern Auto Racing Club (NARC) sprint cars on the West Coast, the sanctioning body announced today that it has been acquired by Brad Sweet and Kevin Rudeen effective the 2026 season.Founded by Louie Vermeil in 1960, the organization is curr …
Mast Motorsports: From Small-Town Roots to Global Reach
September 29th 2025
Founded in 2006 in the college town of Nacogdoches, Texas, Mast Motorsports has built its reputation on passion, precision, and accessibility. Nearly two decades later, the company’s influence extends far beyond its local community, reaching customers around the world.Mast’s philosophy is simple but …
BMW M Team WRT to field both IMSA and WEC prototype programs in 2026
September 29th 2025
After months of rumors, it’s now been made official: BMW M Team WRT will expand its top-class prototype racing program, operating the redesigned BMW M Hybrid V8 in both the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and FIA World Endurance Championship starting in 2026. First reported in July by R …
Genesis GMR-001 undergoes first endurance test before debut in FIA WEC 2026
September 29th 2025
Genesis Magma Racing has completed a successful first endurance test with the GMR-001 Hypercar, using three days of running at the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve in Portugal to test the reliability of every aspect of the car.Maximum stress on components early in developmentThe Portuguese circuit …
Nowak named president of Miami GP
September 29th 2025
Katharina Nowak has been named President of the Miami Formula 1 Grand Prix.Nowak previously served as Vice President of Business Operations for the race. At 28, she becomes the youngest president of a Formula 1 event, and one of only two women in the role across the world. She will replace Tyler Epp …
SADEV Engineering Uncovered: How Cutting-Edge Technology Powers Championship Transmissions
September 29th 2025
EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now weekly webinar series continued its mission of delivering unfiltered technical insights to the global racing community with the in-depth episode, “SADEV Engineering Uncovered: How Cutting-Edge Technology Powers Championship Transmissions.” The session featured Jeff “Fuz …
INDYCAR announces 17-Race 2026 INDY NXT Schedule
September 26th 2025
INDYCAR has announced a 17-race schedule for the 2026 INDY NXT by Firestone season, which includes a series record-tying four races in March and the addition of three new doubleheader weekends as INDYCAR’s developmental series looks to even better prepare drivers and team personnel for the skills re …
NHRA looking to fill two management positions
September 26th 2025
NHRA is offering qualified professionals the chance to join the team of the world’s largest sanctioning body with a pair of exciting career opportunities.General Manager, Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway ParkRev up your career by leading one of motorsports' premier facilities! NHRA is seeking an exper …
SVRA unveils 14-round 2026 schedule
September 26th 2025
Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) has announced its 2026 schedule, offering vintage racers 14 events at premier tracks across America. With a renewed focus on SVRA competition, most events will host a minimum of five run groups, with each group having five 25-minute sessions. “We’re e …
Ford to run Hypercar program in-house
September 26th 2025
Ford Racing's FIA World Endurance Championship Hypercar program will be run by none other than… Ford Racing.Rather than call upon the services of another racing team to run its ORECA-supplied LMDh prototype from 2027 and beyond, Ford Racing will instead operate its Hypercar team in-house. The team w …
Jaguar names James as new Formula E team principal
September 25th 2025
Jaguar TCS Racing has announced Ian James as its new team principal, replacing James Barclay who helmed the team from its inception.James – who will also serve as managing director of JLR Motorsport – will join the team on October 1 from McLaren where he was managing director and team principal of M …
Next-gen Zenos E10 RZ packs 500bhp per metric ton with latest powertrain
September 25th 2025
The Zenos E10 has returned with a preview of the RZ model due to enter production in early 2026. Using the design of the original E10, the road and track car uses the latest powertrains and production techniques to bring it up to speed.Shown in engineering prototype form, the Zenos E10 RZ is set to …
IHRA expands with acquisition of IHRA Australia
September 25th 2025
The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) has announced the acquisition of IHRA Australia, bringing the sanctioning body’s Australian and New Zealand operations fully under the ownership of Darryl Cuttell in Fairfield, Ohio.This landmark move unites the IHRA under one vision, strengthening ties b …
Ford returns as Silver Partner and launches grassroots Rally Team program for 2025 Rebelle Rally
September 25th 2025
The Rebelle Rally is proud to announce the return of Ford Motor Company as a Silver Partner for the third consecutive year, further strengthening its commitment to the longest competitive off-road rally in the United States. This year, Ford will again field five factory teams taking on the 2,50 …
Ron Ruzewski to join Andretti Global as Team Principal in 2026
September 25th 2025
TWG Motorsports, a division of TWG Global, announced Sept. 24 that Ron Ruzewski will join Andretti Global as team principal over its Indianapolis-based NTT INDYCAR SERIES and INDY NXT by Firestone teams starting in January 2026.Longtime Andretti Global Team Principal Rob Edwards will transition to t …
Formula 3 announces one-million-euro prize fund to support top five drivers
September 25th 2025
Formula 3 is pleased to announce that the five highest placed drivers in the F3 Drivers’ Championship standings will be awarded a million-euro prize fund from the 2025 season onwards.The prize fund will be split so the Champion receives 300,000 euros, the driver in second place receives 250,000 euro …
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September 24th 2025
GripLockTies produces reusable, rubber-lined zip ties that are a practical and effective solution for a wide range of automotive and household projects. Offered in three different lengths and multiple colors, these versatile cable ties are a cost-effective alternative to traditional ties, and are de …
Commission to discuss revised Safety Car rules for Bathurst 1000
September 24th 2025
Revised Safety Car rules will be discussed at an upcoming Supercars Commission meeting ahead of the Repco Bathurst 1000.Supercars is set to reinstate 2023-style Safety Car rules from the upcoming Bathurst event on October 9-12, with the revised rules consistent with the FIA International Sporting Co …
Goodyear introduces new right-side tire for Kansas, Las Vegas
September 24th 2025
Goodyear will provide a new right-side tire for both the NASCAR Cup Series and Xfinity Series this weekend at Kansas Speedway.The new right-side construction will pair with a left-side Goodyear Racing Eagle that’s been used at similar-sized tracks this season. Goodyear officials indicated that the t …
ESPN sets new U.S. viewership record for Azerbaijan GP
September 24th 2025
ESPN's live telecast of Sunday’s Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix averaged 1.1 million viewers, the largest audience ever for the event on U.S. television (per Nielsen Big Date + Panel). The race began shortly after 7 a.m. ET.The audience was up from the race’s previous record of 970,000 set in 2021. …
Kiwa certifies grandstand barriers at Silverstone
September 23rd 2025
Product safety certification provider Kiwa has conducted a comprehensive testing program at Silverstone to assess the spectator barriers’ structural integrity and compliance with safety regulations.With thousands of motorsport fans attending the British F1 Grand Prix and MotoGP at Silverstone, ensur …
57 Special to bring World of Outlaws to Mansfield Speedway as part of track's return season
September 23rd 2025
Mansfield Speedway is roaring back to life in 2026, and serving as the cornerstone of the revival will be the inaugural visit by the World of Outlaws Real American Beer Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision.The 57 Special is set for Friday-Saturday, May 29-30, 2026, bringing The Most Powerful La …
HPD's Robert Clark passes away at age 75
September 23rd 2025
Robert Clarke, the revered builder of Honda Performance Development (HPD), suffered heart failure on Saturday and died at the age of 75.Creation was at the core of Clarke’s life. Excellence was the byproduct.“A lot of Honda’s success rests on his shoulders,” said Chip Ganassi, who delivered Honda’s …
Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 team debuts bio-based carbon fiber at Azerbaijan Grand Prix
September 23rd 2025
Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 Team has debuted a bio-based carbon fiber composite material on its W16 race car at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix last weekend (September 21).The rear brake duct wheel shields on George Russell’s W16 – which crossed the line P2 in Baku – were developed using a new resin that inc …
Speedmaster Gallery x YPO
September 22nd 2025
Networking with the Brightest MindsEach year at SEMA, Speedmaster and YPO don’t just host an event — they curate a space for high-impact dialogue, powerful relationships, and boundary-pushing collaboration. This is where industry-defining decisions are born — not from noise or scale, but from depth, …
Willow Springs Raceway unveils track renovations
September 22nd 2025
Willow Springs International Raceway recently took the wraps off extensive renovations to two of its most popular tracks, marking the first chapter in a new era for the historic road racing facility located in Rosamond, Calif.The 1.8-mile Streets of Willow Springs road course and 0.625-mile kart tra …
Azerbaijan Grand Prix extends deal until 2030
September 22nd 2025
Azerbaijan will host a world championship grand prix until at least the end of 2030 after inking a new four-year deal to remain on the Formula 1 calendar.The 2025 edition of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix is the ninth running of a race around the Baku City Circuit, on the shores of the Caspian Sea, and t …
SRO changes 2026 Sebring date
September 22nd 2025
SRO America has confirmed a revised date for its 2026 Sebring International Raceway event. Originally scheduled for May 15-17, the event will now take place one week earlier from May 8-10.Equipped with a new format for the GT World Challenge America powered by AWS championship, the Florida-based eve …
Northwood University begins new academic program to prepare students for leadership roles in motorsp
September 19th 2025
Developed in close collaboration with leading motorsports professionals and industry organizations, the new motorsports programming blends Northwood’s renowned business education with career-focused motorsports management outcomes. In addition to top-tier programming, students will also gain real-wo …
Ford Multimatic Motorsports confirms IMSA GTD PRO return for 2026
September 19th 2025
Ford Multimatic Motorsports will return to the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship GTD PRO category in 2026, as the latest team to announce its entry for next season.This coincides with the introduction of an EVO update for the Mustang GT3 that is set to debut next year.The No. 64 and No. 65 For …
RFK Racing signs Bowers as new team president
September 19th 2025
Chip Bowers has been named the next president of RFK Racing.Bowers will begin his tenure with the organization on Sept. 23. His resume includes experience in business operations, sales, and marketing with teams in the NBA, WNBA and MLB. He replaces Steve Newmark, who stepped down in August and has l …
FIA World Rallycross reverting to European championship for 2026
September 19th 2025
The FIA has announced that the World Rallycross Championship will revert to a European Championship from 2026, with a standalone "World Cup" event being introduced as well.World RX debuted in 2014 as a new headline series above the already successful European championship, but has struggled in recen …
Extreme H announces Qiddiya City location, event date
September 18th 2025
The inaugural FIA Extreme H World Cup will take place in Qiddiya City in Saudi Arabia on October 9-11, it was announced today.The area, dubbed 'the world's first city built entirely for play' is situated around 30 miles away from capital city Riyadh, amid the Tuwaiq Mountains. Extreme H's event will …
“Torsional Vibration Solutions for Modern Powertrains” by Fluidampr / Vibratech TVD
September 18th 2025
The latest Race Industry Now webinar, produced by EPARTRADE in partnership with RACER and hosted by Brad Gillie of SiriusXM (Late Shift), featured a deep technical session with Brian LeBarron, Market Development at Fluidampr / Vibratech TVD. The discussion centered on torsional vibration dynamics an …
IMSA expanding VP Racing SportsCar Challenge to 10 weekends in 2026
September 18th 2025
IMSA's VP Racing SportsCar Challenge will expand from six to 10 race weekends in 2026, adding four LMP3 endurance races to the calendar next season.With the latest specification of 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6-powered LMP3 cars set to make their VP Racing SportsCar Challenge debut in 2026, these addition …
4-Crown Auction to benefit USAC RACEAID & Racers in need
September 17th 2025
Support USAC RaceAid and score once-in-a-lifetime experiences at the September 18-20, 2025, 4-Crown Nationals Presented by NKTelco at Rossburg, Ohio’s Eldora Speedway.Along with getting the chance to wave the green flag at the 4-Crown and riding in the pace truck for a feature event, several pieces …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - SEP 24
September 17th 2025
Wednesday, September 24 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #558 - "SADEV Engineering Uncovered: How Cutting-Edge Technology Powers Championship Transmissions”Featuring Jeff "Fuzzy" Horton, Operations Manager, SADEV. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN- …
FIA selects Siemens as official digital twin sponsor
September 17th 2025
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile has welcomed Siemens into its global partnership program as it expands the use of Siemens’ digital twin Xcelerator portfolio to create and refine the aerodynamic concepts that shape the regulations for single-seater race cars, from Formula 1 through Form …
Hennessey breaks ground on manufacturing expansion
September 17th 2025
Hennessey, the Texas-based manufacturer of the Venom F5 hypercar, is investing US$15m in a new advanced manufacturing facility that will double its footprint to over 100,000ft2 and enable the company to dramatically increase its vehicle production output to approximately 2,000 units per year.Constru …
F1 unveils new Sprint venues
September 17th 2025
The Canadian and Singapore Grands Prix will both host Sprint events for the first time on the 2026 Formula 1 calendar.F1 has confirmed the six venues for the Sprint races next season, with China again the first of the weekends to feature just one practice and two qualifying sessions ahead of a Sprin …
North Carolina Motorsports Association Names Chad Willis as New Executive Director
September 16th 2025
The North Carolina Motorsports Association (NCMA) and its charitable arm, the North Carolina Motorsports Foundation (NCMF), are proud to announce the appointment of Chad Willis as Executive Director, effective September 15, 2025.Willis brings more than 25 years of leadership experience in motorsport …
Scottsdale to host NASCAR Awards following 2025 Championship Weekend
September 16th 2025
NASCAR today announced that the annual NASCAR Awards will take place in Scottsdale, Arizona, on Nov. 4, capping off what promises to be a thrilling Championship Weekend.The prestigious event will bring together drivers, teams, industry executives and fans to celebrate the 2025 season and honor the n …
Motul joins McLaren F1 team as official supplier from 2026
September 16th 2025
Motul will join the McLaren Formula 1 team for the 2026 Formula 1 season and beyond, providing the team with high-performance transmission lubricants.“We are delighted to welcome Motul to the McLaren Formula 1 team," said Nick Martin, co-chief commercial officer, McLaren Racing. "Motul has a proud h …
IndyCar releases 2026 schedule
September 16th 2025
The 2026 IndyCar Series schedule has landed and there are no major surprises to the 17-race calendar.Iowa Speedway is gone after a dismal turnout along with The Thermal Club, Mexico City isn’t on the cards for next year, and while interest in holding a Washington DC street race exists, there’s nothi …
Yokohama Rubber to supply Geolandar tires to Extreme H World Cup
September 15th 2025
Yokohama Rubber has announced that it will supply its Geolandar range, designed for SUVs and pickup trucks, as the official tire for the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile’s Extreme H World Cup, a new FIA World Cup race and the world’s first hydrogen motorsport.Yokohama Rubber will supply a p …
Aston Martin adopts Pirelli Cyber Tire technology
September 15th 2025
Pirelli and Aston Martin have announced that Pirelli’s Cyber Tyre technology will be integrated into the auto maker’s future vehicles.Cyber Tyre collects data and information from sensors in the inner part of the tire’s tread, processes the data with Pirelli’s proprietary software and algorithms, an …
IndyCar won't return to Mexico City in 2026
September 15th 2025
Penske Entertainment CEO Mark Miles says the IndyCar Series will not add a calendar visit to Mexico in 2026 and says next year’s World Cup soccer tournament is the reason behind the decision.“For more than a year, we have been working diligently to bring the IndyCar Series to Mexico City’s Autodromo …
Brittany Force to step away from full-time NHRA competition at end of 2025 season
September 15th 2025
Two-time NHRA Top Fuel champion Brittany Force, the quickest and fastest driver in NHRA history, will step away from full-time competition at the conclusion of the 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series to focus on starting a family. According to sources, the Top Fuel team will race in 2026 with …
Citroën Racing to join Formula E
September 15th 2025
The Citroën brand name will return to global motorsport later this year following the announcement that it will join the Formula E grid for the 2025-26 season.The French firm is set to replace fellow Stellantis brand Maserati at the Monaco-based MSG team, ending a long-running saga over the future o …
Acura and MSR renew partnership for 2026
September 15th 2025
Amidst an active silly season in top-tier prototype racing, Acura and Meyer Shank Racing have confirmed they will renew their racing partnership, fielding two Acura ARX-06es in the 2026 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.Both the No. 60 and No. 93 cars will return next year, and Honda Racing Co …
Yokohama signs on as Extreme E/Extreme H official tire supplier
September 15th 2025
Yokohama will be the tire supplier for the final Extreme E races in Saudi Arabia next month as well as the inaugural FIA Extreme H World Cup.The Japanese brand replaces Extreme E founding partner Continental, which has been the series’ tire supplier for the last four seasons. Yokohama will supply a …
FIA approves increased soft tire allocation for WRC Rally Chile Bio Bío
September 12th 2025
On every FIA World Rally Championship round, competitors receive a 'first choice' tyre compound and can also select a limited number of 'alternative choice' tyres from their 28-tyre allocation. For Chile, Hankook’s hard compound Dynapro R213W WRC3 is the first choice, with the soft compound Dynapro …
New Supercar development wheels to be tested at The Bend
September 12th 2025
A new Supercars rim design is set to be tested at The Bend Motorsport Park.An aggressive spoke design has been used since the Gen3 ruleset debuted in the 2023 Repco Supercars Championship.The current wheel design been repeatedly blamed for interlocking incidents, with the issue coming to the fore th …
Tony Stewart Racing and Elite Motorsports Form Alliance in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series
September 11th 2025
Tony Stewart Racing (TSR) and Elite Motorsports have announced that they are forming a sales, marketing and hospitality alliance in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series. The partnership will allow both teams to combine assets, offering partners additional opportunities within the Top Fuel, Funn …
2025/2026 SCORE International off-road seasons live on RACER
September 11th 2025
Catch every jump, rut and rock of the 2025 and 2026 SCORE International seasons on the RACER Network.The action kicks off this week with full coverage of the iconic SCORE Baja 400 on RACER Network, RACER+ and RACER.com. We’ll bring you all the action live, starting with qualifying on Thursday at 12: …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: MOTOR STATE DISTRIBUTING ADDS AWE TUNING
September 11th 2025
AWE Tuning develops, manufactures, and evaluates all their products in-house to produce the best-sounding performance exhaust systems. With an extensive and growing list of applications ranging from modern muscle, sport compact, and import cars to trucks, SUVs, and Jeeps, AWE Tuning manufactures qua …
Elite Motorsports to expand into nitro ranks with purchase of Top Fuel team
September 11th 2025
Elite Motorsports team owner Richard Freeman has signed an agreement to acquire Josh Hart’s Top Fuel operation at the end of the 2025 season, marking a major step for Elite Motorsports to expand into the nitro categories.“We’ve talked about this for a long time, even bought a Top Fuel car in the pas …
MotoE™ to go on hiatus following 2025 season
September 11th 2025
MotoGP listens closely to fans – present and future – to deliver what best resonates within the sports and entertainment ecosystem, as well as consulting closely with the motorcycle industry and key stakeholders. MotoE has not been able to gain sufficient traction within our fanbase during its seven …
Motorsport’s Legacy in the Age of AI & Autonomy
September 10th 2025
EPARTRADE’s weekly webinar series Race Industry Now turned its spotlight to one of the most transformative topics shaping the future of racing: artificial intelligence and autonomy. In Episode #556, titled “Motorsport’s Legacy in the Age of AI & Autonomy,” Eddie Bernardon, Chief Racing Officer ( …
Goodyear to debut new, softer right-side tires for Bristol Night Race
September 10th 2025
NASCAR Cup Series teams will race with a new, softer right-side tire from Goodyear this weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway, a shift that brings a new wrinkle to the first elimination race of the 2025 playoffs.The move to a slightly softer right-side rubber compound in Saturday’s Bass Pro Shops Night …
Lenovo expands into karting as tech partner for CRG and title sponsor of Kalì Kart Team
September 10th 2025
Lenovo and Gruppo CRG have announced a multi-year partnership that will see Lenovo become the group’s technology partner to expand its technical capabilities through advanced telemetry and data analytics while optimizing kart production at its headquarters. As part of the agreement, Lenovo will also …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - SEP 17
September 10th 2025
Wednesday, September 17 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #557 - "Torsional Vibration Solutions for Modern Powertrains" by Fluidampr / Vibratech TVDFeaturing Brian LeBarron, Market Development, Fluidampr / Vibratech TVD. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO …
The NASCAR Foundation’s Speedy Bear Brigade Powered by Kaulig Giving returns for ninth year
September 10th 2025
The NASCAR Foundation and Kaulig Giving are once again teaming up for National Teddy Bear Day, delivering 5,000 NASCAR-themed teddy bears to children in 135 hospitals across all 50 states, as well as Mexico and Canada, for the ninth annual “Speedy Bear Brigade.”In addition to delivering Speedy Bears …
Limited-edition Aprilia RSV4 X-GP brings MotoGP aero and 238hp to the road
September 10th 2025
Aprilia has unveiled the special edition RSV4 X-GP to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the RS-GP’s debut in MotoGP. Limited to just 30 units, the RSV4 X-GP brings race-bred performance to the road, the team says.AerodynamicsThe RSV4 X-G is directly derived from the RS-GP25. It introduces leg wings …
EPARTRADE: More Than Just Hard Parts
September 9th 2025
EPARTRADE isn’t just for manufacturers of hard parts—it’s a full-scale platform for the entire performance and racing industry.From insurance and banking to marketing, tech solutions, or specialized apps, service providers have a home on EPARTRADE. We connect you with thousands of racing professiona …
Indy NXT development series to undergo significant changes for 2026
September 9th 2025
Penske Entertainment’s Indy NXT development series will undergo a number of significant changes for 2026.As it has done in the IndyCar Series with a maximum of 27 entries, RACER understands an entry limit of 24 cars will be implemented by Penske Entertainment next season. In a related move, teams wi …
U.S. Nationals on FOX makes strong audience gains
September 8th 2025
NHRA reports strong audience gains for Monday’s live broadcast of the final rounds of the biggest race of the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season, the 71st annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals from Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park. The live telecast on FOX drew 1.036 million view …
Bill Davis, Daytona 500-winning team owner, dies at 74
September 8th 2025
Bill Davis, a longtime team owner who won in all three NASCAR national series including triumphs in the Daytona 500 and Southern 500, has died. He was 74.Bill Davis Racing fielded cars for multiple NASCAR Hall of Famers, including Mark Martin, Bobby Labonte and Jeff Gordon. All five of his Cup Serie …
American Off-Road Racing Championship announces 2026 schedule
September 8th 2025
Best in the Desert (BITD) and Unlimited Off-Road Racing (UNLTD) are proud to announce the official 2026 season schedule for the newly unified American Off-Road Racing Championship. This collaboration between the two premier desert racing organizations represents a historic milestone in American moto …
Ford developing Mustang GT3 EVO update for 2026
September 8th 2025
Ford Racing (formerly Ford Performance) revealed it is developing an EVO kit for its Mustang GT3 platform, slated for debut in 2026.“Whether we are producing cars for the track or for the road, Ford Racing is always striving to exceed our customers’ expectations,” said Alex Allmandinger, Ford Racing …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - SEP 10
September 5th 2025
Wednesday, September 10 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #556 - "Motorsport’s Legacy in the Age of AI & Autonomy" Featuring Eddie Bernardon, Chief Racing Officer (CRO) at AIPEX Racing and Consultant in Vehicle and Motorsport Technology. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to …
Haas Factory Team to align with Chevrolet beginning in 2026
September 5th 2025
Haas Factory Team will align with Chevrolet beginning in 2026, a move that encompasses its full-time NASCAR Cup Series program and two full-time NASCAR Xfinity Series entries that will compete in the soon-to-be-renamed NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series.As part of the manufacturer switch from Ford to …
Ford Performance rebranding to Ford Racing
September 5th 2025
Ford Motor Company’s motorsports division has changed its name from Ford Performance to Ford Racing, the company announced today in a letter written by Ford Racing General Manager Will Ford.The name change and new logo, effective today, "is so much more than a simple rebranding exercise,” according …
Extreme E to make one-off return in Saudi Arabia ahead of Extreme H debut
September 5th 2025
Extreme E will return for a one-off event dubbed the ‘Final Lap’ ahead of the inaugural FIA Extreme H World Cup competition in Saudi Arabia next month.Taking place on October 4-5, the event will follow the format of a typical Extreme E round, with eight teams taking part in a series of four-car race …
GMS Race Cars acquires SRX assets
September 5th 2025
GMS Race Cars will announce today the acquisition of assets from Ray Evernham Enterprises, which will include those used for the Superstar Racing Experience (SRX).The vehicle fleet will include 16 fully assembled SXR race cars, a comprehensive suite of pit equipment, race day infrastructure, and oth …
Labor Day Weekend Louie Vermeil Classic at Calistoga Speedway a smash-hit
September 4th 2025
The return of the Louie Vermeil Classic at historic Calistoga Speedway over the Labor Day Weekend was a smash hit – great sprint car competition, sold out grandstands and an overflowing pit area. The West Coast Stock Car/Motorsports Hall of Fame was proud to sponsor the weekend’s kick-off event …
FOX Sports Ends First IndyCar Season with big viewership growth
September 4th 2025
FOX Sports’ coverage of the 17-race 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season scored in a big way, averaging 1,362,000 viewers, according to Nielsen Media Research, a 27 percent year-to-year increase from 2024 and the most-watched season in 17 years.In 2025, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES has recorded the most audienc …
Bryan Herta Autosport announces move to LMP2 for 2026
September 4th 2025
Bryan Herta Autosport has announced it will step up to the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship with a full-time LMP2 program in 2026.The team’s move up to LMP2 follows a five-year run of TCR class dominance in the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge series. Bryan Herta Autosport won five consecutive c …
Toronto IndyCar race moves to new Markham venue
September 4th 2025
Toronto’s Exhibition Place played home to the CART IndyCar Series, Champ Car, and today’s IndyCar Series since the inaugural race in 1986, and with the need to relocate when the World Cup descends on the region in 2026, Green Savoree Race Promotions, IndyCar and the city of Markham have joined force …
Race Car Plumbing Made Practical: Brown & Miller Racing Solutions Shares Expert Insights on EPARTRAD
September 3rd 2025
In the latest episode of Race Industry Now, EPARTRADE welcomed Brown & Miller Racing Solutions (BMRS), the globally respected supplier of high-performance plumbing systems, for a deep technical discussion on the challenges and solutions of modern race car plumbing. The webinar, titled “Race Car …
MOTOR STATE DISTRIBUTING ADDS DAVIES, CRAIG
September 3rd 2025
Davies, Craig has long been an innovation leader in the development of aftermarket engine cooling system components, including the electric radiator fan and the electric water pump. Offering a wide range of direct-fit automotive cooling solutions as well as custom applications, Davies, Craig has est …
Alliance launched to enable manufacturers and teams to scale up engineering capacity based on demand
September 3rd 2025
RacingSyn, an engineering alliance, has launched to connect experienced engineering professionals and offer a one-stop shop for projects large and small across a range of motorsport disciplines.By bringing a new perspective to the recruitment process, RacingSyn reportedly enables manufacturers and t …
Latest Aston Martin Vantage S assumes FIA Safety Car duties in Formula 1
September 3rd 2025
Aston Martin’s latest Vantage S has become an official FIA safety car in Formula 1. This performance-focused addition to Aston Martin’s S models made its F1 debut at the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort.With its hand-built 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 producing 680ps and 800Nm of torque, the specially equip …
Toyota GR Supra Supercar unveiled at Bathurst launch
September 2nd 2025
The first Toyota Gen3 GR Supra Supercar has been unveiled, with the new car revealed at Monday’s historic Repco Bathurst 1000 launch.The Japanese powerhouse will enter the Repco Supercars Championship in 2026, with six cars from Walkinshaw Andretti United and Brad Jones Racing.A full-size clay model …
FIA WEC and Central Texas Food Bank join forces in drive to end hunger
September 2nd 2025
FIA World Endurance Championship drivers and teams will participate in a brace of activities next week in support of the global fight against hunger, in a charity-driven partnership with Central Texas Food Bank (CTFB).CTFB is the leading non-profit hunger-relief organization in Central Texas, workin …
BMW M Hybrid V8 receives aerodynamic updates for 2026 season
September 2nd 2025
A new front, smaller kidney grille, improved aerodynamics … BMW has updated the M Hybrid V8, which will feature a new exterior design and technical optimizations when it competes in the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship (FIA WEC) and the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship series.BMW M Motor …
2025 National Midget Auto Racing Hall Of Fame Class Revealed
September 2nd 2025
Gene Angelillo, Leroy Byers, Dave Darland, Dave Steele, Ralph Potter and Hank & Scot Hersh are the newest inductees into the National Midget Auto Racing Hall of Fame, class of 2025.The announcement was made during last Sunday night’s Firemen’s Nationals event at Sun Prairie, Wisconsin’s Angell P …
First limited-production GT Hypercar unveiled by RML Group
September 2nd 2025
The RML Group has debuted the first GT Hypercar (GTH), a limited-production series inspired by Le Mans Hypercar racers such as the Porsche GT1 and drawing on the company’s 40 years of championship-winning motorsport performance and engineering.Developed under the internal codename RML P39, the GTH h …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - SEP 3
September 2nd 2025
Wednesday, September 3 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #555 - "Race Car Plumbing Made Practical" by BMRSFeaturing John Harper, Vice President; and Scott Hunter, Regional Sales Director. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UPPast Speakers include:Zak …
NHRA confirms 2026 schedule with two new venues
August 29th 2025
Set to celebrate 75 years of drag racing, the 2026 season for the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series will feature 20 races, with two facilities making a first-time appearance on NHRA’s national event schedule.NHRA will debut at South Georgia Motorsports Park just outside of Valdosta, Ga., on May …
F1-inspired Concept AMG shatters records and drives around the world in eight day
August 29th 2025
Mercedes-AMG has demonstrated the performance of the Concept AMG GT XX under long-distance, extreme conditions, breaking a total of 25 long-distance records. The Concept AMG is powered by AMG.EA architecture drivetrain technology, set to enter production next year.Among the records smashed was a rec …
Rallycross making U.S. return with exhibition race at Crandon
August 29th 2025
Rallycross will return to the United States this weekend with a RallyX exhibition race at the 56th annual Crandon Off Road World Championships.It will be the first time the discipline has had a top-level race stateside since the abrupt end to Nitrocross last October, and will serve as a test and dem …
EPARTRADE & RACER Extend Collaboration – A New Era for Racing Suppliers
August 28th 2025
Following the success of the highly anticipated Annual Race Industry Week, EPARTRADE, the premier Business-to-Business platform for the performance and racing industry, and RACER, the leading motorsport media company, are launching a game-changing marketing initiative. This enhanced collaboration op …
World of Outlaws, Tri-City Cancel Late Model Portion of September Event
August 28th 2025
World of Outlaws Real American Beer Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision and Tri-City Speedway officials have agreed to cancel the Late Model portion of the Summer Cup Clash scheduled for Sept. 26-27.After discussions with Kevin and Tammy Gundaker, they felt due to a tough financial season, hin …
Museum of American Speed Named Best Motor Racing Museum by Newsweek
August 28th 2025
The Museum of American Speed earned top honors in the 2025 Fans' Choice for Best Motor Racing Museum by Newsweek. The Museum of American Speed was among 16 automotive museums across the country selected by Newsweek editors and voted on by the readers over 28 days to pick their favorite motor …
FOX encouraged by growth of IndyCar youth audience
August 28th 2025
FOX Sports has become an important part of the IndyCar’s efforts to attract new and younger fans to follow the series it co-owns.Ahead of the conclusion of its first season of broadcasting the IndyCar Series on Sunday at Nashville Speedway, FOX Sports shared the latest demographic data produced by N …
Legendary KB Racing Pro Stock team owner Ken Black passes away
August 28th 2025
Ken Black, the Las Vegas-area businessman whose support helped launch the Pro Stock career of six-time world champion Greg Anderson, passed away Aug. 26. He was 79.With Black’s backing, KB Racing became a dominant force in NHRA Pro Stock competition with a double-barrel attack that included Anderson …
BMW reveals 2026 M Hybrid V8
August 28th 2025
BMW has unveiled an upgraded M Hybrid V8 that will receive a "Joker" upgrade for 2026 that includes a restyled front grille and improved aerodynamics.Confirmation is expected soon that BMW will continue to run full-season programs in the FIA World Endurance Championship and IMSA WeatherTech SportsCa …
Unleashing Performance & Power in Super Late Model Dirt Racing
August 27th 2025
Episode #554 of EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now weekly webinar series brought dirt racing fans and industry insiders an exclusive look into the art and science of power in Super Late Model dirt racing. The session, titled “Unleashing Performance & Power in Super Late Model Dirt Racing,” featured J …
Sunday sales at NHRA Princess Pink Lemonade Stand to benefit Riley Children's Hospital
August 27th 2025
The daughters of some of the most prominent drivers competing in this week’s 71st annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals at Indianapolis Raceway Park will assemble Sunday morning to support the Princess Pink Lemonade Stand from which beverages will be poured in return for cash donations t …
New Rally.TV FAST+ channel launches on Samsung TV Plus
August 26th 2025
Featuring live content from the WRC and FIA European Rally Championship (ERC), Rally.TV FAST+ will be available on Samsung devices in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Switzerland and the United Kingdom, bringing the world’s toughest motorsport to an eve …
FIA welcomes e-sports to 2025 FIA Karting World Championship
August 26th 2025
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has announced that the 2025 FIA Karting World Championship (September 11-14) will be supported by an e-sports event organized by the Swedish national sporting authority (ASN). The initiative aims to showcase the diverse grassroots pathways availabl …
Record $269,500 purse announced for Polaris Crandon World Championship weekend
August 26th 2025
Living up to a long held nickname as 'The Big House', Crandon International Raceway has announced the largest weekend and single day purse in short-course off-road history for this week's 56th annual Polaris Crandon World Championships and 10th Red Bull Crandon World Cup. With the support of Po …
Ram names Kaulig as factory team in return to NASCAR Truck Series
August 25th 2025
Kaulig Racing will be the anchor factory team for the return of Ram to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series.Ram returns to the sport in 2026, and Kaulig Racing will field five trucks when the season begins at Daytona International Speedway. The news was announced Saturday afternoon in Daytona Beach wit …
Forrest Lucas, self-made entrepreneur and longtime motorsports partner, passes away
August 25th 2025
Forrest Lucas, the self-made entrepreneur who turned a small startup into the global brand Lucas Oil and became one of NHRA Drag Racing’s most influential benefactors, passed away Aug. 23. He was 83.Born in 1942 in rural Indiana, Lucas rose from modest beginnings to build a career as a long-haul tru …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - AUG 20
August 24th 2025
Wednesday, August 27 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #554 - "Unleashing Performance & Power in Super Late Model Dirt Racing" by Jay Dickens Racing EnginesFeaturing Jay Dickens, Owner of Jay Dickens Racing Engines; and Rick Eckert, Owner of Rick Eckert Racing. Hosted by Joe Castello of WFO Radio.No charge …
NHRA unveils new Wally Parks Tower ahead of U.S. Nationals
August 24th 2025
Ahead of the world’s biggest drag race, next week’s 71st annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals, Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway and NHRA announced the completion of the new Wally Parks Tower and the renovated suites during an official unveiling this week at the facility.It completes the f …
Metis Engineering partners with Lightfighter Racing to enhance battery safety in electric racing mot
August 24th 2025
UK-based sensor technology specialist Metis Engineering has partnered with California’s Lightfighter Racing to advance the safety and performance of electric superbikes on the racetrack. Lightfighter will integrate Metis Engineering’s Cell Guard battery safety sensor into its Lightfighter v3.0 elect …
Czinger adopts VI-grade’s real-time simulation environment
August 22nd 2025
VI-grade has announced that Czinger Vehicles has implemented VI-CarRealTime, VI-grade’s real-time vehicle simulation environment, to support the virtual development of its performance road vehicles.Founded in 2019, Czinger Vehicles develops high-performance cars using proprietary digital manufacturi …
Lamborghini introduces the V12 Fenomeno
August 22nd 2025
Lamborghini has presented the Fenomeno, a limited-edition model offering of just 29 vehicles that celebrates the brand’s heritage of exclusive models, advances in performance and innovation and two decades of design from Lamborghini Centro Stile.“When we presented the Reventón in 2007, our goal was …
Famed NASCAR promoter Humpy Wheeler dies at 86
August 21st 2025
Humpy Wheeler, once recognized as the most innovative promoter in NASCAR, has died. He was 86. Charlotte Motor Speedway announced Wheeler passed away peacefully from natural causes on Wednesday, surrounded by his family.“Humpy Wheeler was a visionary whose name became synonymous with promotion …
Crandon releases four-day, 58-race schedule
August 21st 2025
Crandon International Raceway is renowned for hosting premier off-road races and next weekend's Polaris Crandon World Championships will elevate this reputation further, with a total of 58 races taking place over more than 40 hours of scheduled on-track competition.Commencing on Wednesday, August 27 …
Chic Cannon, last surviving member of original NHRA Drag Safari, passes away
August 21st 2025
Chic Cannon, the last surviving member of the original NHRA Drag Safari that traversed the nation in the mid-1950s to spread the NHRA gospel, passed away Aug. 20. He was 96.Cannon, along with Bud Coons, Bud Evans, and photographer Eric Rickman, were the consistent members of the Safari, which from 1 …
NASCAR unveils 2026 schedule, with Chicagoland returning and All-Star Race moving to Dover
August 21st 2025
NASCAR has locked in its 2026 schedule.San Diego, which was previously announced, will be one of the headliners as Cup Series teams compete on an active military base for the first time. Meanwhile, Chicagoland Speedway is indeed getting a second chance, and Dover Motor Speedway, which will be on the …
The Benefits of Daido Main Bearings with Robert Yates Racing Engines
August 20th 2025
EPARTRADE continued its acclaimed Race Industry Now webinar series with a deep technical session titled “The Benefits of Daido Main Bearings with Robert Yates Racing Engines”, featuring Dustin Kull, Account Manager – Racing and Aftermarket at Daido Metal, and David Hamm, Head Engine Builder at Rober …
PERFECTMATCH MOTORSPORTS NOSTALGIA NITRO FUNNY CAR TEAM REVEAL
August 20th 2025
Rod and Jill Fazekas are pleased to announce the completion of their match racing masterpiece and the reveal of their nostalgia nitro funny cars’ monikers. Rod will be behind the wheel of the 1967 Chevy Nova bodied car named Nut Job and his wife, Jill, will be driving the 1971 Ford Mustang bodied ca …
IndyCar expands post-race technical inspections
August 20th 2025
The IndyCar Series has taken another step in introducing a new technical inspection process with its cars after impounding four entries following the most recent race at Portland International Raceway.Working in concert with its chassis supplier, Dallara, the cars of championship winner Alex Palou f …
NASCAR Channel now available on The Roku Channel
August 20th 2025
NASCAR today announced that the NASCAR Channel, its free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) network, will be available to millions more fans when it launches on The Roku Channel on Tuesday, Aug. 19.The NASCAR Channel offers 24/7 programming with no subscription or registration required. Viewer …
Sprague Partners with Hyperfuels to Introduce Ethanol-Free Gasoline Across the Northeast
August 20th 2025
PORTSMOUTH, NH – August 18, 2025 – Sprague Operating Resources LLC (Sprague) today announced its partnership with Hyperfuels to supply and distribute Purfuels® Ethanol Free 93-Octane, an oxygenated reformulated gasoline (RFG), across the Northeast. “It has been 49 years since a new gasoline was …
MOTOR STATE DISTRIBUTING EXPANDS PARTNERSHIP WITH VIBRANT PERFORMANCE
August 19th 2025
Watervliet, MI, August 11, 2025Motor State Distributing has expanded its long-standing partnership with Vibrant Performance, a specialist in high-performance automotive exhaust and plumbing components. By significantly increasing its number of stocking Vibrant products by 25%, Motor State Distributi …
O’Reilly Auto Parts named as new title sponsor of NASCAR's second tier
August 19th 2025
O’Reilly Auto Parts will become the title sponsor of what is now known as the Xfinity Series beginning in 2026. The NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series will debut January 1, 2026. NASCAR announced the multiyear partnership on Monday.“Like the great sport of NASCAR, O’Reilly Auto Parts was born in …
Supercars to review Safety Car procedure rules
August 19th 2025
Supercars' Commission is set to review the category’s Safety Car procedure regulations ahead of the Ryco Enduro Cup.Safety Car regulations stepped into the spotlight at the Century Batteries Ipswich Super 440 following a dramatic final race.In 2025, for full Safety Car periods, drivers have 15 secon …
Best In The Desert and Unlimited Off-Road Racing unify to form the American Off-Road Racing Champion
August 19th 2025
In a landmark moment for American desert racing, Best In The Desert (BITD) and Unlimited Off-Road Racing (UNLTD) announced today the formation of a new national points series: the American Off-Road Racing Championship, launching in 2026. This bold collaboration between the two leading desert racing …
New majority owners for Niece Motorsports Truck teams
August 18th 2025
Niece Motorsports announced new majority owners for its Craftsman Truck Series operation on Friday at Richmond Raceway.Josh Morris, CEO of DQS Solutions & Staffing, Greg Fowler, CEO of J.F. Electric, and family are the new owners. However, they are familiar partners to the race team as their lon …
High Limit Racing launches Winner Bonus Pool with 202t6 franchise system
August 18th 2025
Maintaining its vision of elevating Sprint Car Racing, Kubota High Limit Racing will introduce a winner bonus pool beginning with the 2026 season, further padding the pockets of race teams and drivers as it launches a lucrative Franchise System.Paying more than six figures per season across Kubota H …
NASCAR partners with Anduril for San Diego weekend
August 18th 2025
NASCAR announced Thursday that defense products company Anduril will be the presenting sponsor of the inaugural weekend in San Diego as well as the entitlement sponsor of the Cup Series race.It is a multiyear agreement that also sees Anduril become the Official Defense Partner of NASCAR. The NASCAR …
IMSA Technical Committee lays out changes to BoP for VIR
August 18th 2025
The IMSA Technical Committee has released a statement, accompanying a Technical Bulletin published today which details sweeping changes to the Balance of Performance for vehicles competing in the GTD PRO and GTD categories.These changes will go into effect, at least initially, at the Michelin GT Cha …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - AUG 13
August 16th 2025
Wednesday, August 20 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #553 - "The Benefits of Daido Main Bearings with Robert Yates Racing Engines" by Daido MetalFeaturing Dustin Kull, Account Manager – Racing and Aftermarket, Daido Metal; and David Hamm, Head Engine Builder, Robert Yates Racing Engines. Hosted by Brad Gilli …
Garagisti introduces GP1 analog hypercar
August 14th 2025
The Garagisti GP1 has been revealed for the first time in detailed renderings, and the company has announced that the car is in the advanced stages of engineering and production.At its core, the GP1 features a new bespoke 6.6-liter naturally aspirated V12, developed by Italtecnica, delivering 800hp …
McLaren offers 2026 F1 car for sale in unique auction
August 14th 2025
McLaren Racing and RM Sotheby’s have joined forces for an unrivaled auction at the Formula 1 season finale in Abu Dhabi on December 5 that pays tribute to the team’s history as winner of the sport’s Triple Crown.Having won the Indianapolis 500 in 1974, the Monaco Grand Prix in 1984, and the 24 Hours …
NASCAR won't change rules around driver celebrations in response to Zilisch's fall
August 14th 2025
NASCAR has no plans to implement guidelines or rules around driver celebrations after Connor Zilisch broke his collarbone in a fall in victory lane at Watkins Glen.“Right now, there is no best practices (from NASCAR),” NASCAR managing director of communications Mike Forde said on the newest episode …
SRO America confirms complete 2026 race schedule
August 14th 2025
After a preliminary launch at the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa, SRO America is now proud to officially unveil the complete and finalized 2026 race calendar. The seven-location schedule will see the continent’s top GT and touring car competitors visit a mixture of familiar stops at renowned circuits a …
Turbo Technology: Using Data and Precision to Push the Limits of Boost
August 13th 2025
In this high-octane edition of EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now technical webinar series, Johnny Gilbert, Owner of Stainless Diesel, took center stage to share his deep expertise in turbocharging and data-driven performance. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, the session delivered valuable in …
New 24/7 MotoGP™ channel launches across the US
August 13th 2025
The MotoGP Channel is here. Launching August 13th, the channel is a free, ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) service, offering fans across the U.S. an always-on home for the most exciting sport on Earth. Operated by C15 Studio, the category’s leading operator, the channel brings together live race wee …
WEDG High Performance Karts partners with Kubota High Limit Racing and FloRacing for remainder of 2
August 13th 2025
WEDG High Performance Karts, a leading fully-custom kart chassis builder, has partnered with Kubota High Limit Racing as an official partner of the series. WEDG High Performance Karts will be showcased at the upcoming West Coast events at Thunderbowl Speedway in Tulare, Calif., Placerville Speedway …
Genesis completes first shakedown of new hypercar
August 13th 2025
Genesis Magma Racing has reached another key milestone on the road to its FIA WEC Hypercar debut in 2026. The Korean brand has taken delivery of its first test chassis from its chassis partner ORECA and completed a successful first shakedown.The car pictured in bare carbon is the first of three deve …
Recent flooding won't impact Milwaukee IndyCar race
August 13th 2025
Heavy rains last weekend in the greater Milwaukee area brought severe flooding to the Wisconsin State Fair Park which plays host to next week’s IndyCar Series race.The onrush of water filled the tunnel that runs beneath Turn 4 at the Milwaukee Mile and was more than a foot deep in some areas of the …
MOTOR STATE DISTRIBUTING ADDS TOP STREET PERFORMANCE
August 13th 2025
Top Street Performance offers engine and electrical components such as intakes, cylinder heads, and wiring harnesses for popular powerplants from Chevy, Ford, and Mopar, as well as universal parts ranging from air filters and gauges to fittings and engine mounts. Each product is manufactured to Top …
MidwayPlus Launches App Store, Unlocking Plug-and-Play Operations for Aftermarket Brands
August 12th 2025
MidwayPlus, the platform modernizing how the performance aftermarket does commerce, today announced the launch of the MidwayPlus App Store — a curated ecosystem of apps and integrations that enable aftermarket brands and their buyers to simplify operations, expand capabilities, and scale without add …
April Henderson named Director of the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion
August 12th 2025
Weather Tech Raceway Laguna Seca is proud to announce that April Henderson has been named Director of the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion and Monterey Pre-Reunion and Corkscrew Hillclimb, adding on to her existing role as the raceway’s Vice President of Events.In this role overseeing one of Monte …
Lamborghini pauses IMSA GTP program for 2026 season
August 12th 2025
Lamborghini has announced a “strategic realignment of its motorsport activities”, and will place the IMSA GTP program on hold for the 2026 season as it shifts its focus to the Temerario GT3 and Temerario Super Trofeo platforms with the debut of the all-new, in-house developed Temerario race cars.The …
IHRA Owner Darryl Cuttell acquires Piedmont Dragway, continuing vision for growth in Drag Racing
August 12th 2025
International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) owner Darryl Cuttell has officially purchased Piedmont Dragway, adding another historic venue to his growing portfolio and reinforcing his long-term vision for the future of drag racing.Piedmont Dragway, a storied track with decades of grassroots racing herit …
2025 Calistoga Speedway Hall of Fame inductees named
August 11th 2025
Calistoga Speedway will kick off its first weekend of racing in six years by inducting six new members into the track’s Hall of Fame. The induction dinner on Friday evening, August 29, will be a prelude to the 14th annual Louie Vermeil Classic on Saturday and Sunday, a tribute to the founder of …
FIA launches medical guidelines for drivers
August 11th 2025
The FIA has published what it is calling a “pioneering set of medical guidelines” designed to support drivers in managing health conditions while competing safely and fairly across all levels of motorsport.The FIA states that it has developed the guidelines – which are freely available – in collabor …
Pirelli tests 2026 F1 tires in Budapest
August 8th 2025
Two days of development testing for Pirelli’s 2026 tires were carried out at the Hungaroring on August 5 and 6, with support from McLaren and Racing Bulls on day one and Alpine and Scuderia Ferrari the following day.Temperatures were warm across both days, with ambient temperatures between 21°C and …
Championship Off Road Racing on RACER Network for 2025-26
August 8th 2025
Championship Off-Road Racing (CORR) has unveiled plans for its biggest season yet in 2025-26. The Southwest’s biggest short course series will stage five championship events from October to May in both Arizona and California, featuring RACER Network television coverage of each event. In addition, nu …
Porsche unveils new-spec 911 GT3 R
August 8th 2025
Porsche has unveiled a refreshed 911 GT3 R for the 2026 season, which benefits from a suite of technical enhancements, building on the foundation set by the current 992-spec 911 GT3 R seen racing around the world with customer teams.This new-look challenger from the German marque builds upon the 202 …
Remembering our friend Chris Raschke
August 8th 2025
Automotive Racing Products, Inc (ARP) is very much a family operation. On Sunday, August 3, 2025, an integral part of that family was lost with the passing of Chris Raschke in an accident at the Bonneville Salt Flats. Losing him so unexpectedly has been devastating for all who knew him.Chris joined …
Mission Foods to sponsor 60th Anniversary Celebration of Trans Am and Can Am
August 7th 2025
Mission Foods will serve as the title sponsor for the 60th Anniversary Celebration of the Trans Am and Can Am series, an event produced by the Historic Motor Sports Association (HMSA) to honor two of North America’s most influential racing championships. The celebration will take place February 21–2 …
Oregon Department of Transportation partners with upcoming INDYCAR event at Portland International Raceway
August 7th 2025
The Transportation Safety Office (TSO) of the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) is partnering with the upcoming NTT INDYCAR SERIES event at Portland International Raceway (PIR), the BITNILE.COM Grand Prix of Portland presented by askROI, Aug. 8-10.The event will mark the 31st professional o …
JE Pistons Celebrates Over 75 Years of Race-Winning Innovation
August 6th 2025
In a recent EPARTRADE tech webinar, JE Pistons showcased more than seven decades of innovation and excellence in high-performance engine components. Titled “JE Pistons: Over 75 Years of Providing Race Winning Solutions,” the webinar featured key voices from the company: Bryce Mulvey, General Manager …
DIRTVision launches DIRT ZONE Fan Cast for Knoxville Nationals broadcast
August 6th 2025
DIRTVision viewers will have the opportunity to choose from multiple camera views during all four nights of the 64th running of the NOS Energy Drink Knoxville Nationals presented by Casey’s.Exclusive for the Knoxville Nationals broadcast and annual subscribers, DIRTVision is launching DIRT ZONE Fan …
Natural-fiber composite Suzuki GSX-R1000R put to the test at Suzuka 8 hours
August 6th 2025
Bcomp has collaborated with Japanese composite specialist Tras to develop racing bodywork for the Suzuki Motor Corporation’s factory race team, Team Suzuki Carbon Neutral (CN) Challenge. The 2025 Team Suzuki CN Challenge GSX-R1000R will have feature fenders, winglets and fairings made from Bcomp’s n …
FIA reveals updates to improve Formula E driver safety
August 6th 2025
The FIA has been working on the development of a steering damper to prevent hand injuries in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Accidents, such as those sustained by Envision Racing‘s Robin Frijns and NEOM McLaren‘s Sam Bird, triggered the FIA to investigate what was to blame.The process of e …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - AUG 13
August 6th 2025
Wednesday, August 13 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #552 - "Turbo Technology: Using Data and Precision to Push the Limits of Boost" by Stainless DieselFeaturing Johnny Gilbert, Owner, Stainless Diesel. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UPPast Spe …
Gibson partners with NISMO, Bosch, Xtrac on next-gen LMP2 V6 turbo powertrain
August 6th 2025
Gibson Technology has announced that it is partnering up with NISMO, Bosch and Xtrac for the next-generation LMP2 powertrain, which is set to debut in 2028 and will remain in competition through the 2032 season.The UK-based company, which was awarded the next-gen supplier contract back in June, will …
Land Speed Racer Chris Raschke killed in Bonneville Crash
August 5th 2025
Land speed racer and long-time ARP team member Chris Raschke was killed in a crash Saturday while making a run at the Bonneville Salt Flats during Speed Week. He was 60 years old. Raschke apparently lost control of the Speed Demon 3 streamliner around the 2.5-mile mark while making a high …
Launch of the WIMNA So Cal Chapter
August 5th 2025
Join the WIMNA So Cal Chapter for an unforgettable evening of connection, conversation, and community at the Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles on August 19!Meet industry pros, make new connections, and get inspired by the stories of incredible women in motorsports and those who support them. Whe …
MOTOR STATE DISTRIBUTING EXPANDS PARTNERSHIP WITH ADVANCED CLUTCH TECHNOLOGY
August 5th 2025
Motor State Distributing is pleased to announce that it has expanded its partnership with Advanced Clutch Technology (ACT), one of the leading high-performance clutch manufacturers worldwide. By quadrupling its stocking inventory of ACT clutches and clutch components and adding many of their top-sel …
Amazing F1 history set for Monterey Reunion
August 5th 2025
Next week’s Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion will celebrate the 75th anniversary of Formula 1 with a stellar collection of grand prix cars that contributed to the sport’s global rise since the first championship was held in 1950.Set for placement in a F1 75th Anniversary paddock display behind Tur …
Red Bull Driftbrothers select ZC Rubber as official supplier for BMW M4 drift cars
August 5th 2025
The Red Bull Driftbrothers have chosen Westlake Sport RS tires from ZC Rubber for their two 1,000hp BMW M4 drift cars.The collaboration was officially celebrated at this year’s ADAC Ravenol 24h Nürburgring, where the Red Bull Driftbrothers performed a show drift. The high track temperatures put the …
Zenvo Aurora continues development program in Denmark after Goodwood debut
August 5th 2025
Following its public debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, the Zenvo Aurora has returned to Denmark to continue development and testing.As part of its development, the Aurora Tur Validation Prototype 0 has been assessed and ran without faults. The quad-turbo V12 powerplant, housed within the late …
Mustang Challenge North America to Visit Six Premier Tracks in 2026
August 4th 2025
Mustang Challenge North America announced it will compete at six legendary racetracks in 2026. Utilizing the Ford Mustang Dark Horse R, based closely on the road going Ford Mustang Dark Horse, the two-class championship will run a 12-race season opening in March and celebrating its champions in Sept …
AFCO Performance Group announces acquisition of Custom Dynamics
August 4th 2025
AFCO Performance Group, LLC, a leading manufacturer of automotive and motorcycle aftermarket products, today announced its acquisition of Custom Dynamics, a recognized innovator and supplier of aftermarket motorcycle lighting and electrical components.Jeff Scales, President of AFCO Performance Group …
Motorsports Hall of Famer Walker Evans,1938-2025
August 4th 2025
One of off-road racing’s truly untouchable legends, Walker Evans, passed away Saturday at the age of 86.Evans, an inductee into the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame, the SEMA Hall of Fame and the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America, struggled with health issues in recent years. Born in Cedar Lake, …
New LMP3s, endurance races for expanded VP Challenge in 2026
August 4th 2025
IMSA's VP Racing SportsCar Challenge will sport a fresh look in 2026, with the new-for-2025 LMP3 cars becoming eligible and a suite of endurance races added as a new format.The third-gen LMP3 cars from Ligier, Duqueine, Ginetta and ADESS, which debuted in the European Le Mans Series and Le Mans Cup …
Toyota Supra Supercar launch date revealed
August 1st 2025
"Toyota joining the grid with the legendary GR Supra is a complete game-changer"The first Toyota GR Supra Supercar will be revealed in September, in the lead-up to the Repco Bathurst 1000.The powerhouse Japanese manufacturer will join the grid from the 2026 Repco Supercars Championship, with Supras …
Prairie Dirt Classic, USA Nationals 2026 Dates Set With World of Outlaws
August 1st 2025
The most prestigious stretch of marquee events in Late Model racing returns to the World of Outlaws Real American Beer Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision schedule in 2026.Fairbury Speedway’s Prairie Dirt Classic and Cedar Lake Speedway’s USA Nationals will again be on back-to-back weekends wi …
Mazak Ramps Up Service and Support Coverage in the West with New Phoenix Technical Center
August 1st 2025
FLORENCE, Ky. July 31, 2025 – As manufacturing continues to spread throughout the Western United States, Mazak Corporation has expanded its service and support network for that region with the opening of a new Phoenix Technical Center, which is scheduled for later this year. The facility, located at …
Hot Shot’s Secret™ Launches Premium DEFender™
July 31st 2025
DEF additive clears trouble codes, cleans and prevents DEF crystals and protects emission system performance Mt Gilead, OH (July 31, 2025) – Hot Shot’s Secret™, the fastest growing diesel additive brand in America, introduces a new Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) treatment to its expanding lineup: P …
SVRA joins Lime Rock Park, Watkins Glen for Northeast Vintage Racing Palooza
July 31st 2025
Sportscar Vintage Racing Association (SVRA) joins forces with Lime Rock Park (LRP), the Watkins Glen Grand Prix Festival and International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC) to offer a one-of-a-kind Northeast Vintage Racing Palooza this fall. Combining four events over a 10-day span, vintage racer …
Formula E and ABB renew partnership
July 31st 2025
Formula E and ABB have renewed their long-running strategic partnership, which will include a continuation of the company's title sponsorship deal with the series as well as work on year-round activations and content creation. RACER understands the extension of the deal is for three years with the o …
Fox Corporation acquires one-third interest in Penske Entertainment
July 31st 2025
Penske Entertainment and Fox Corporation, the parent company of FOX Sports, have announced that FOX has acquired a one-third interest in Penske Entertainment, including both IndyCar and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.The partners said the investment is expected to bolster the following initiatives: …
HALTECH Highlights the Versatility of the uC-10 in Latest EPARTRADE Tech Webinar
July 31st 2025
In an engaging and informative session presented as part of EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now weekly tech webinar series, HALTECH’s Special Projects Manager, Andrew DiMartino, joined host Joe Castello of WFO Radio to spotlight the groundbreaking versatility of the HALTECH uC-10, a powerful engine contro …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - AUG 6
July 30th 2025
Wednesday, August 6 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #551 - "JE Pistons Over 75 Years of Providing Race Winning Solutions"Featuring Bryce Mulvey, GM, BoostLine and Product Manager, JE Pistons; Sebastian Franzen, Sr. Technical Sales Associate, JE Pistons; and James Irwin, GM, JE Pistons. Hosted by Brad Gillie …
Revolut becomes title partner of the future Audi F1 Team
July 30th 2025
The future Audi F1 Team and Revolut, the global fintech leader with over 60 million customers, are joining forces in a landmark agreement that will see Revolut become the title partner of the team from the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship season onward.The partnership unites two premium brand …
Exclusive performance engineering workshops at PMW Expo
July 30th 2025
PMW Expo 2025, taking place on November 12 and 13 in Cologne, Germany, will feature, for the very first time, a series of three in-depth technical workshops, each running for four hours and delivered by tutors with a wealth of real-world experience at the highest levels of motorsport. These mastercl …
Williams appoints former Sauber COO Kruse
July 30th 2025
Williams has announced the addition of former Sauber chief operating officer Axel Kruse to its leadership team in the role of chief operations director.Kruse has been at Sauber for the past 15 years, having previously worked as an engineer for BMW, where he dealt closely with Williams as engine supp …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - JULY 30
July 30th 2025
Wednesday, July 30 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #550 - "Clear and Colorful: Exploring the Versatility of the uC-10" by HALTECHFeaturing Andrew DiMartino, Special Projects Manager. Hosted by Joe Castello of WFO Radio.No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UPPast Speakers include:Zak Brown,Chief Exec …
MOTOR STATE DISTRIBUTING ADDS PARAGON PRO, INC
July 30th 2025
Watervliet, MI, July 29, 2025Paragon Pro, Inc. is an industry leader in wearable cooling systems for motorsports. Paragon Pro offers liquid-, air-, and hybrid cooling solutions in a variety of capacities and configurations, all designed to maximize driver comfort, safety, and focus. Building on deca …
2026 MotoGP™ calendar revealed
July 29th 2025
22 Grands Prix, five continents and the return of Brazil: the 2026 calendar has landedThe 2026 MotoGP calendar is here! With 22 Grands Prix across five continents, the season runs from February to November to create a perfectly-paced year for the millions of fans watching around the world – and the …
Naval Base Coronado to host all three NASCAR series in June 2026
July 29th 2025
NASCAR will take all three of its national series to San Diego next year with a street race on the Naval Base Coronado.The inaugural event, announced on Wednesday, will take place from June 19 to 21, 2026. It will be the first time a NASCAR event has run on an active military base, the second street …
The Legacy Behind Crower Cams & Equipment Co., Inc.
July 29th 2025
Few names have left a more lasting impact on American motorsports engineering than H. Bruce Crower, the innovative force behind Crower Cams & Equipment Co., Inc. Founded in 1955 in San Diego, California, Crower’s company has become a pillar in the high-performance automotive industry, credited w …
Arrow McLaren begins expansion of new Indianapolis shop
July 29th 2025
Arrow McLaren’s purchase of Andretti Global’s longstanding base of IndyCar operations has reached an important transition as the McLaren-owned team completed the acquisition of the property and has started a renovation and expansion project within the Indianapolis-based building.With the development …
GMR 001 hits key milestone with engine fire-up
July 29th 2025
Genesis Magma Racing has has reached a significant milestone in the development of the GMR 001 Hypercar (GMR 001) with a successful engine installation and fire-up. The chassis is being built at chassis partner Oreca’s workshop.This achievement marks a pivotal step in the build of the team’s first d …
Flatrock Motorclub sponsors third annual Patriotic Pick benefiting Special Operations Warrior Foundation
July 28th 2025
Flatrock Motorclub, the private driving club, community and resort nestled in the hills of Tennessee, has signed on as the title sponsor of the third annual Patriotic Pick at Scott Mansion Farms in Tellico Plains, Tenn. This family-friendly event, hosted by actress and television personality Jill Wa …
GM reveals Corvette concept hypercar inspired by Southern California
July 28th 2025
GM has revealed the second in a series of three Chevrolet Corvette concept design studies to debut in 2025. The California Corvette concept, a one-of-one hypercar, blends “racing-simulator inspiration with iconic Corvette cues”, the auto maker said.The concept was developed by GM’s Advanced Design s …