The Holley NMRA Ford Nationals has announced its return to Summit Motorsports Park on June 10-13, 2021. The Norwalk, Ohio-based drag strip signed a five-year contract with ProMedia Events & Publishing to host the Ford-only event. 

“Summit Motorsports Park is one of the premier drag racing facilities in the world, so we jumped at the opportunity to bring the Holley NMRA Ford Nationals back there next season. It’s exciting to add a second stop there because we work really well with Bill Bader and his group with our successful NMCA event that normally runs in August,” said Rollie Miller, General Manager and National Event Director at the Holley NMRA Ford Nationals. “Our team is already working on new programs that will be exclusive to the NMRA event at Summit Motorsports Park giving Ford racers and fans a fun and unique stop on the tour.”

For more information, visit nmradigital.com.

^{Photo courtesy of NMRA, ProMedia Events & Publishing}

Kansas Speedway in Kansas City will host a limited number of fans for the NASCAR Cup Series Hollywood Casino 400 on Sunday, October 18, in accordance with enhanced safety protocols and procedures.

Granstand seating and select campgrounds will be available to fans, while infield access will be restricted.

“At Kansas Speedway we have a tradition of fantastic Playoff racing, and what better treat for our fans than to have them witness that in person,” said Kansas Speedway President Pat Warren. “I know the drivers feed off the excitement of having the fans on hand, and we are enthusiastic for the opportunity to welcome them back to the track, offering a safe, healthy environment for everyone.”

The race, which starts at 1:30 pm CT (aired on NBC), is the first in the Round of 8 in the Cup Series Playoffs, and the initial opportunity for a driver to clinch a spot in the coveted Championship 4, which will be held at Phoenix Raceway on November 8.

Fans who have already purchased tickets may be reseated to new locations to allow for social distancing. In addition, all guests will be screened before entry, will be required to wear face coverings at all times, and will be asked to maintain six feet of social distancing throughout the venue. Detailed fan protocols can be found at kansasspeedway.com/return. 

For more information, visit kansasspeedway.com.

The Music City Grand Prix announced that the newest NTT IndyCar Series race will debut Aug. 6-8, 2021, in Nashville, Tennessee. The three-day international festival of speed and sound will be staged on a temporary grand prix circuit in downtown Nashville and around the Nissan Stadium campus.

The event will feature live music performances, chef-curated food experiences, and entertainment that centers on speed.

“The Tennessee Titans and Nissan Stadium are excited to partner with the Music City Grand Prix to bring the NTT IndyCar Series to Nashville and the stadium campus,” said Burke Nihill, president and CEO of the Tennessee Titans. “This is in keeping with our organizational goal of making our city, this venue and our organization as versatile and as busy as possible.”

Nissan Stadium will serve as the paddock for the race, with a 2.17-mile temporary track set across the Korean Veterans Memorial Bridge into downtown Nashville and back. 

The first street course added to INDYCAR since 2013, it features 11 turns and plenty of straightaways for drivers to pass. 

For more information, visit indycar.com.

Dear PRI Exhibitors, Attendees, and Race Fans,

Despite the great efforts of PRI staff, the city of Indianapolis, and industry members from around the world to produce a first-class event for motorsports professionals, PRI made the tough decision this week to cancel the 2020 PRI Trade Show. While this is quite a setback for the racing industry, I do want to take this opportunity to share some insights with you.

Getting this far was only possible through the hard work of our partners at Visit Indy and the Indiana Convention Center, as well as the people of Indianapolis. And while we certainly respect the tough job that local public health officials have in keeping their community safe, it became clear that we wouldn’t be able to provide a trade show environment in 2020 with the business and networking opportunities you’ve come to expect.

Our goal will always be to deliver a world-class event that helps racing and performance businesses succeed, and we share your disappointment over the outcome of this year’s show. That said, I do want to express our thanks and gratitude to the hundreds of exhibiting companies that stayed committed to the show through these unprecedented times. To the many exhibitors who sent me letters offering support and suggestions, and selflessly trying to help the industry that you love so much, I am humbled by your passion for this industry. Others stepped up and offered PRI additional support, often at their own expense.

Moving forward, we invite you to follow our print and online media channels, where you will see a surge of content throughout an enhanced PRI Magazine, a robust digital experience, a stronger advocacy program, and our social platforms featuring frequent and timely updates from across the racing world. Our talented trade show team has already started planning for 2021 and what will be the comeback year of our lifetimes. Until then, we remain your valued partner in facilitating the business of racing.

Wishing you, your families, and your employees the very best. Be safe, and please support your local race tracks.

I welcome your comments at this email: President@PerformanceRacing.com.

Sincerely,

Dr. Jamie Meyer
President
Performance Racing Industry Trade Show & Media Company

The remainder of USAC’s 2020 national schedule has been set with five sprint car, 10 midget, and two Silver Crown events on the docket alongside several marquee races and three championships. 

Highlighting the calendar is a mini-California Midget Week with four nights of USAC NOS Energy Drink Midget National Championship racing beginning at Bakersfield Speedway on Tuesday, November 17, followed by three nights at Placerville Speedway on Nov. 19-21. 

Fans will be permitted at select events. For more information, visit usactickets.com.

Remaining USAC Events:
Sep. 18: USAC AMSOIL National Sprint Cars – Terre Haute Action Track / Terre Haute, IN

Sep. 19: USAC AMSOIL National Sprint Cars – Tri-State Speedway / Haubstadt, IN

Sep. 25: USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midgets – Gas City I-69 Speedway / Gas City, IN

Sep. 25: USAC AMSOIL National Sprint Cars – Gas City I-69 Speedway / Gas City, IN

Sep. 26: USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midgets – Kokomo Speedway / Kokomo, IN

Sep. 26: USAC AMSOIL National Sprint Cars – Kokomo Speedway / Kokomo, IN

Oct. 3: USAC AMSOIL National Sprint Cars – Lawrenceburg Speedway / Lawrenceburg, IN

Oct. 4: USAC Silver Crown – Toledo Speedway / Toledo, OH

Oct. 9: USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midgets – Wayne County Speedway / Wayne City, IL

Oct. 10: USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midgets – Tri-State Speedway / Haubstadt, IN

Oct. 18: USAC Silver Crown – Illinois State Fairgrounds / Springfield, IL *20% Capacity Limit*

Nov. 13: USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midgets (With USAC CRA Sprints) – Arizona Speedway / San Tan Valley, AZ

Nov. 14: USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midgets (With USAC CRA Sprints) – Arizona Speedway / San Tan Valley, AZ

Nov. 17: USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midgets – Bakersfield Speedway / Bakersfield, CA *No Grandstands, Pits Only*

Nov. 19: USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midgets – Placerville Speedway /Placerville, CA *No Grandstands, Pits Only*

Nov. 20: USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midgets – Placerville Speedway / Placerville, CA *No Grandstands, Pits Only*

Nov. 21: USAC NOS Energy Drink National Midgets – Placerville Speedway / Placerville, CA *No Grandstands, Pits Only*

Texas Motorplex, the 1/4-mile drag strip in Ennis, Texas, has received approval to host 50% of its capacity for the 35th annual AAA Texas NHRA FallNationals on October 14-18.

"We will be encouraging fans to wear masks when social distancing isn't an option," Texas Motorplex General Manager Andy Carter said. "We have the advantage of 500 acres of outdoor space to host the NHRA FallNationals with our pits open to the public, which provides a lot of space for our fans to spread out and enjoy great racing action. I want to thank Governor Abbott and his staff for the support they have shown us since we started racing in May. We have had over a dozen events with fans and could not be more excited to host a national event for North Texas." 

Officials announced updated procedures, including increased hand sanitizing stations throughout the facility and a newly reconfigured pit area with wider traffic flow. Fans will also be provided with masks if they need it.

Tickets are available here. For more information, visit texasmotorplex.com. 

^{Photo courtesy of Texas Motorplex, Facebook}

LSI Chemical has announced its acceptance into the Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association (ILMA). ILMA is the primary professional association formed to improve laws and influence public policy, share the latest research and technical information, and promote commerce for the automotive and industrial lubricant and metalworking fluid industry.

LSI Chemical manufactures oil additives, fuel additives, and base oils utilizing patented nanotechnology. Its products are engineered to solve one of the most troublesome issues involving nanoparticles: keeping them suspended over time to ensure an unsurpassed level of performance and product appearance.

“We appreciate being invited to join ILMA, which has supported the interests of North American lubricant manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors to ensure growth for a sector of the economy that is credited with almost 13 billion dollars,” LSI Chemical President Todd Cawley said. “Our company is backed by over 30 years of lubricant R&D with a major focus on nanotechnology for the automotive, metalworking, and industrial markets. We look forward to supporting the goals and mission of ILMA with our resources and time.”

For more information, visit lsichemical.com or call 801-541-6050.

Performance Racing Industry (PRI) has announced that the 2020 PRI Trade Show will not be taking place as scheduled in December.

The announcement comes after months of working closely with the Visit Indy team, the Indiana Convention Center staff, and other Indianapolis officials to develop a plan for a safe and productive PRI Trade Show. Despite health and safety guidelines that would have been in place, mounting uncertainty related to the Coronavirus resulted in an environment that would not be conducive to a productive trade show.

“It is with great disappointment that we announce that the 2020 PRI Trade Show will not take place,” said PRI President Dr. Jamie Meyer. “Our goal is to always do what is best for the motorsports industry, and PRI will continue to lead with business solutions for an ever-changing future."

The organization is committed to supporting motorsports parts manufacturers, resellers, racetracks, race teams, sanctioning bodies, media, and racers themselves, through legislative advocacy, training, and more.

Full refunds for PRI Trade Show exhibitor booth deposits will be issued.

Updates will be posted to performanceracing.com.

About Performance Racing Industry

Since its inception in 1986, Performance Racing Industry (PRI) has served as the motorsports industry's key source for trends, merchandising ideas, new products, business strategies, and more. Through its monthly business magazine, Performance Racing Industry, and the world’s premier auto racing trade show, the Performance Racing Industry Trade Show in Indianapolis, IN, motorsports industry members from all over the world remain in tune with the worldwide racing marketplace. For more information, visit performanceracing.com.

Performance Racing Industry (PRI) is offering exhibitors a new, exclusive, and free opportunity to highlight products and services in the November Issue of PRI Magazine.

As a complimentary benefit for those that planned to exhibit in the 2020 PRI Trade Show, these listings will include product information, sales contacts, interactive elements, and more. 

Please supply us with the following:

• Company name, city & state
• Website URL (www)
• Sales contact name
• Sales phone number
• Sales email address
• 100-word description of your new or featured product/product line
• 2 high-resolution images of the product/line
• Company logo
• QR code w/ link to your choice of online destination (webpage, YouTube video, social media platform, etc.)

Submit your content to editorial@performanceracing.com with "Exhibitor Showcase" in the subject line on or before Friday, September 18, 2020.

We can’t guarantee that entries received after the deadline will be included in the November issue. Please contact your PRI sales representative directly if you have questions.

For more information, visit performanceracing.com.

The Retrofit Source (TRS), the designer, marketer, distributor, and e-commerce retailer of performance automotive lighting solutions, has announced that Nick Caloroso has joined the Company as national sales manager.

Caloroso, who earned a bachelors degree in business administration from Truman State University, previously served as the sales manager for automotive LED lighting company Diode Dynamics. 

Caloroso also serves as the Chair-Elect for SEMA’s Young Executives Network (YEN). 

“A perfect combination of innovative products, exceptional marketing, and an enthusiastic team formed The Retrofit Source’s identity as the market leader...,” said Caloroso. “The company has developed incredibly desirable products and category culture by educating customers across video channels and social platforms with in-depth product reviews and how-to content. I welcomed the opportunity to work closely alongside CEO Brian Reese, TRS Founder Matt Kossoff, Headlight Revolution Founder Chris Nelson, and the full management team to assist The Retrofit Source through its next level of expansion.”

For more information, visit theretrofitsource.com.