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Cathi Maynard Leaves Lasting Impact on NHRA Community

The drag racing world lost one of its biggest fans and supporters on June 23, 2023, with the passing of NHRA team owner Cathi Maynard. Maynard was a…

SCCA Announces Club Spec

The Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) has announced its new Club Spec concept, which is "built on the success of Solo Spec Coupe," and is "an idea…

The Late Robin Miller Inducted into Indiana Broadcast Pioneers Hall of Fame

Fernando Alonso, left, and the late Robin Miller, right Six Hoosier broadcasters--including the late motorsports journalist Robin Miller--will be…

New Minority Owner at Joe Gibbs Racing

Joe Gibbs Racing (JGR)--the NASCAR organization with four Cup Series teams, three Xfinity Series teams and an ARCA Series team-- has announced a new…

House Committee Passes Tax Incentive Package to Benefit Aftermarket Businesses

The U.S. House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee has passed the PRI-supported American Families and Jobs Act, a legislative package…

Darlington Raceway President Kerry Tharp to Retire After 2023

Officials with NASCAR and Darlington Raceway--the NASCAR "Track Too Tough to Tame" in Darlington, South Carolina--have announced track president…

World of Outlaws to Return to BAPS Motor Speedway for the First Time in 31 Years

The World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Cars and PA Posse, for the first time in 31 years, will duel again at BAPS Motor Speedway in York Haven…

John Concialdi, Co-Founder of AEM, Passes Away

Photos courtesy of Front Street Media, MotorTrend John "JC" Peter Concialdi has passed away at his home in Murrieta, California. He was 67 years old…

he A424 Beta, the precursor to its Hypercar that will compete in the premier category of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) beginning in 2024.

Alpine Reveals Precursor to Hypercar for 2024 FIA WEC Competition

The Alpine Elf Endurance Team--the racing team based in France--has revealed the A424 Beta, the precursor to its Hypercar that will compete in the…

Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2023

Officials with the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame (ORMHOF)--based in Reno, Nevada--have announced its class of 2023 includes Jeff Cummings, Scott…

WeatherTech Extends Naming Rights of Laguna Seca

The Monterey County Board of Supervisors has approved a five-year extension for WeatherTech to continue as the naming rights partner of WeatherTech…

Callies Announces Scholarship, Celebration of Life for the Late Rick Norton Jr.

Rick W. Norton Jr., the founder of Callies Performance Products in Fostoria, Ohio, passed away in April. He was 76. Norton began his career in the…

IHRA Announces Hot Rod Racing Classic for 2024

The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA)--based in House Springs, Missouri--has announced the IHRA Hot Rod Classic is set to debut in 2024. "…

PRI, SEMA Thank Bill Miller for 16 Years of Service

The staff, Board of Directors and volunteer leadership of the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) and Performance Racing Industry (PRI)…

Industry Legend Nancy Edelbrock, 86

Nancy Edelbrock, the wife of Vic Edelbrock Jr. of Edelbrock Group, has passed away. She was 86. Along with raising their three daughters, Camee,…

SFI Foundation Founder, Safety Pioneer Arnie Kuhns, 83

Arnold "Arnie" Kuhns--the motorsports safety pioneer and founder of SFI Foundation--has passed away. He was 83. Kuhns was inducted into the SEMA…

Ford Formally Unveils Mustang GT3

Ford has unveiled the Mustang GT3 race car, based on the all-new 2024 Mustang Dark Horse, during a special ceremony as part of this year's 24 Hours…

New E1 World Championship to Launch Inaugural Electric Powerboat Racing Season

UIM E1 World Championship--the world's first all-electric powerboat racing championship--has unveiled the venues that will host its inaugural racing…

AAM Group Names Two Additions to Engine Pro Team

The AAM Group--the automotive aftermarket program distribution group and specialty marketing firm based in Piney Flats, Tennessee--has announced the…

Power Automedia Launches 'Electrified,' a Digital Brand for Electric Vehicles

Power Automedia--the media and automotive digital publishing company based in Temecula, California--has announced the official launch of "…

WyoTech Announces Inaugural Hall of Fame Class

WyoTech--the U.S. automotive, diesel, and collision trade school based in Laramie, Wyoming--has announced its inaugural Hall of Fame class, with…

Rob Marshall to Join McLaren Formula 1 Team

McLaren Racing--the British organization with teams in Formula 1, IndyCar, Formula E, Extreme E and esports teams--has announced the appointment of…

Mark Grain Appointed as Extreme E Technical Director

Officials with Extreme E--the off-road racing series featuring electric SUVs and founded by the same team behind Formula E--have announced the…

Radford Racing School VP of Sales and Marketing Kim Wolfkill

Radford Racing School Names Kim Wolfkill as VP of Sales and Marketing

Radford Racing School--the premier driving and racing school based in Chandler, Arizona--has named Kim Wolfkill as its vice president of sales and…

BorgWarner Unveils 'eMobility' Transformation Brand Update

BorgWarner--the American automotive supplier based in Auburn Hills, Michigan--has unveiled a new "eMobility" transformation through its "Charging…

Ted Golas to Retire From Specialty Products Company (SPC)

After 23 years as the vice president of sales and marketing for Specialty Products Company (SPC), Ted Golas is set to retire at the end of 2023.…

Charlie Mellilo Joins Executive Team at World Racing Group 

World Racing Group in Concord, North Carolina, has expanded its executive team by adding Charlie Mellilo as its chief media and marketing officer…

Brickyard Weekend Returning to Indianapolis Motor Speedway Oval in 2024

Image courtesy of Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) Brickyard Weekend returns to its iconic roots--the 2.5-mile oval at…

National Pro Off-Road Series Announced by American Outdoor Events

National Pro Off-Road Series, 2024 Plans Announced by American Outdoor Events

Officials have announced a new national short-course racing series backed by American Outdoors Events (AOE), the Oklahoma-based organizer of…

Meyer Distributing Adds Alexandria, Louisiana Cross-Dock

Jasper, Indiana-based Meyer Distributing has announced the addition of its Alexandria, Louisiana cross-dock. The facility will have access to a…

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