This year's PRI Show, December 11-13, 2025, in downtown Indianapolis, is shaping up to be one of the best yet. Attendee registration is now open, so it's essential to book your hotel rooms as soon as possible through Visit Indy, the official housing provider for the PRI Show, as downtown hotels are very popular.

Booking through the official PRI hotel block will also unlock exclusive discounted rates, saving you an average of $100 per night on your stay in Indianapolis.

Enjoy a seamless, stress-free booking experience with guaranteed savings, prime hotel locations, and added perks—all designed to make your trip easier and more affordable.

Top 5 Benefits of Booking Through Visit Indy Housing, PRI's Official Housing Partner 

✅ Deep Value & Discounts: We do the hard work, so you don't have to. 

• Behind every great hotel deal is a team that negotiates tirelessly on your behalf. PRI and Visit Indy work directly with top hotels to lock in exclusive discounts, ensure availability during high-demand dates and make sure Showgoers get the best value possible.  
   

🛡️ Book With Confidence—Total Flexibility, Real Benefits: Plans can change. That's why booking through PRI's official hotel block gives you complete peace of mind:

• No change fees. 
• No deposit required at booking. 
• Ability to cancel or modify your reservation without penalty through October 17, 2025. 
   

🎁 Make Your Loyalty Count—Stay Rewarded When You Book in the Block

• Unlock the full potential of your hotel loyalty program by booking your stay at an official PRI Show hotel. Your reservation will contribute to your rewards status, subject to the hotel's program requirements and availability at check-in.
   

🕒 Easy Group Bookings, 24/7

Book your entire group—large or small—in real-time with immediate confirmations. You can even secure the rooms you need now and log in later to assign specific guests to them. Rooms can also be selected based on your team's particular nights and stay patterns. You can also manage payment for your entire block or guarantee each room with separate credit cards—it's that easy. 
 

🏨 More Exclusive Guest Benefits 

In addition to the above, booking through PRI's official hotel block also includes: 

• Free In-Room Wi-Fi: Stay connected throughout your stay. 
• Complimentary Transportation: Enjoy complimentary transportation when you book at PRI-partner aiport and Plainfield-area hotels, including transportation to and from the Indiana Convention Center on PRI Show days and to and from the airport via hotel courtesy shuttles (where available).
• Free Guest Parking: Enjoy complimentary guest parking at the airport hotels and hotels in the Plainfield area.

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Have Questions or Need Help?

Contact the Visit Indy Housing team:
📧 prihousing@visitindy.com
📞 317-262-8191 (M–F, 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. EDT)
 

PRI Show Hotel Spotlight: Bottleworks Hotel

Experience a perfect blend of historic charm and modern luxury at the Bottleworks Hotel, located in the heart of Indianapolis' vibrant Mass Ave. arts and entertainment district. 

Just a short car ride from the Indiana Convention Center, Bottleworks Hotel is a comfortable base for making the most of your PRI Show, whether you're unwinding after hours in the comfort of your smartly appointed room or catching up on emails from your spacious workstation. 

Housed in a restored Coca-Cola bottling plant, the hotel offers one-of-a-kind architecture and unique design, all in a location surrounded by great food, music and shops. With top-rated dining and gathering spots right next door, it's an ideal place to mix business with a bit of downtime. 

Book through the official PRI Show and Visit Indy hotel block for the best rates and availability.

Images courtesy of Bottleworks Hotel

The PRI Buyers Guide—the December issue of PRI Magazine--is the motorsports industry's premier source for new products and technology. This issue is mailed to 27,000-plus print subscribers with bonus distribution at the PRI Show. It is also available in a digital format that is promoted throughout the year in PRI eNews, which reaches more than 75,000 digital subscribers.

All motorsports companies receive one, 1/6-page, complimentary product submission for this comprehensive racing products and services guide, including easy-to-reference manufacturer, distributor and service-provider contact information. All submitted parts and services will be listed by category with sections highlighting the following categories:

• Engine Components
• Chassis, Driveline and Suspension Components
• Racing Components, Accessories and Services
• Machinery Tools and Equipment
• Race Track Equipment and Supplies
• Race Sanctioning Organizations
• Manufacturers Reps
• Warehouse Distributors
• Manufacturers, Distributors and Service Providers

Participating manufacturers and service providers also have numerous opportunities to expand their presence in the Buyers Guide with additional product listings, upgrades to full-page listings, page and section advertisements and much more.

Click below to submit a product.

Want to learn more? Click here for more information on the Buyers Guide distribution, product submissions, advertising opportunities and more.

Flying in for the PRI Show? Vacationing with your family this summer? Need a ride while your daily driver is in the shop? You're in luck because all PRI members can now save on rental cars from Avis, Budget, National and Alamo with exclusive rental rates. Login to the PRI Member Portal today and claim your discount the next time you need a loaner.

Not yet a PRI member? There's a tier for you! Learn more at performanceracing.com/membership.

PRI is not affiliated with, nor does it sell or thoroughly evaluate the products, services, and companies listed. PRI provides this information to PRI members for their evaluation and consideration and does not endorse or sponsor any company, product, or service. PRI takes no responsibility for, and makes no representation, warranty, or assurance as to the accuracy, quality, reliability, or completeness of the products or services offered.

The motorsports industry is mourning the loss of brand ambassador and racer, Chris Raschke. Raschke, 60, passed away August 3 following a crash at Bonneville Speed Week in Tooele County, Utah, while piloting the Speed Demon streamliner. The Speed Demon team recently achieved a best run of 459.734 mph last year and was seeking a historic 500 mph record attempt in 2025. Officials from the Southern California Timing Association (SCTA) and local authorities are investigating the accident and its cause, according to reports. SCTA also posted the following press release:

At approximately 3:03 p.m. MT today, driver Chris Raschke, age 60, was attempting a speed record and lost control of his landspeed vehicle at approximately the 2.5-mile. Chris was treated by medical professionals at the scene. Unfortunately, Chris passed away from his injuries. The cause of the incident is currently under investigation.

Known for his technical brilliance, Raschke was a staple in both landspeed racing and the engine-building community. He joined ARP in 1996 and rose to become the director of Sales and Marketing, helping shape the company's reputation as one of the most trusted names in fasteners. He had also recently taken over as Speed Demon's full-time driver after the passing of his close friend and industry icon George Poteet. The Speed Demon is a piston-powered landspeed vehicle powered by a twin-turbocharged 555-cubic-inch Chevy.

More than a racer or a brand ambassador, Raschke was a mentor, educator and unrelenting student of speed. Whether in the pits, at trade shows or on a seminar stage, he lit up the room with energy, generosity and deep technical know-how. He is survived by his wife, Connie Patterson, and children Kenny, Kristoph and Carly, and grandchildren.

PRI sends its condolences to the Raschke family.

The performance aftermarket and motorsports industry are mourning the loss of an off-road pioneer. Walker Evans, 86, passed away on August 3 following health complications. A 2022 SEMA Hall of Fame inductee and one of off-road racing's most decorated drivers, Evans was a five-time Baja 1000 winner and a 21-time championship titleholder with more than 150 wins to his name. His legacy was forged behind the wheel and under the hood--collaborating with automakers like Ford, Chevrolet and Dodge, and later founding Walker Evans Racing, which became a vital supplier of performance shocks and wheels for the off-road and powersports industries.

Evans helped introduce off-road racing to mainstream audiences, competing in both long-distance desert events and short-course series across the U.S., from Riverside to Crandon. He also played a role in launching NASCAR's Truck Series before returning to his off-road roots. His business acumen and passion for innovation influenced countless racers and entrepreneurs alike. Evans is survived by his wife, Phyllis, and son, Evan.

PRI sends its condolences to the Evans family.

Mustang Challenge North America, the IMSA-sanctioned championship featuring the Ford Mustang Dark Horse R, has revealed its 2026 schedule.

The two-class series will run a 12-race schedule opening in March at Sebring International Raceway, Sebring, Florida, and concluding in September at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA), Austin, Texas.

In total, the series will visit six facilities during the season, including Sebring and COTA, as well as stops at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, Salinas, California; Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, Lexington, Ohio; Watkins Glen International, Watkins Glen, New York; and VIRginia International Raceway, Alton, Virginia.

Mustang Challenge North America is open to drivers who hold up to an FIA silver rating and features two classes--Dark Horse and Dark Horse Legends. All drivers can compete in the Dark Horse class, while the Legends class is an optional categorization for any bronze-level driver who is 45 years old and older. Each Mustang Challenge race weekend features two 30-minute practice sessions, one 15-minute qualifying session, and two 45-minute sprint races. Each driver competes behind the wheel of a Mustang Dark Horse R, a car similar to the production Mustang Dark Horse but with minor modifications to make it race-ready.

For more information, visit imsa.com.

See the full 2026 Ford Mustang Challenge schedule below:

Images courtesy of Ford

AFCO Performance Group--with brands DeWitts, Dynatech, Longacre Racing Products and PRO Shocks--has announced its acquisition of Custom Dynamics in Youngsville, North Carolina, primarily a supplier of aftermarket motorcycle lighting and electrical components that also offers side-by-side and UTV accessories and components.

Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

"The strategic acquisition of Custom Dynamics is another step in our commitment to delivering best-in-class products and services to motorcycle and automotive aftermarket customers. The Custom Dynamics team and product line are second to none and will make an excellent addition to the AFCO Performance Group family of brands," said Jeff Scales, president of AFCO Performance Group.

David Pribula, founder of Custom Dynamics, will continue to oversee the company as president in an effort to ensure continuity in leadership and a seamless transition for customers, employees and partners.

"I'm proud to continue leading Custom Dynamics as President and look forward to working closely with the AFCO and Legend Suspensions teams. Together, we're well-positioned to deliver even greater value to our customers and partners, while honoring the core values that have defined Custom Dynamics from the beginning."

"We are very excited to welcome Custom Dynamics and their team to our group. We look forward to collaborating to bring innovative, high-quality products to the V-Twin industry. Our companies are committed to driving the industry forward with premium parts and excellent customer service. Their addition to our team strengthens our ability to continue to lead the industry," said Jesse Jurrens, president of Legend Suspensions.

For more information, visit afcoperformancegroup.com or customdynamics.com.

Mazak Corporation, based in Florence, Kentucky, has expanded its service and support network for the Western United States with the opening of a new Phoenix technical center scheduled for later this year.

The facility, located at 2675 West Buckeye Rd. in Phoenix, will provide local manufacturers in all industries access to process and application engineering expertise, training and collaboration opportunities for new manufacturing solution development.

The technology center houses call centers, applications engineers and sales and service support personnel. It also provides space for customer programming classes, machine demonstrations, test cuts and machining system run-offs, as well as regularly scheduled Mazak DISCOVER events.

"Mazak continues to establish new facilities to further ensure customers receive the local service and support they need," said Dan Janka, president of Mazak Corporation. "For the Phoenix area, our new technical center will play a key role in that strategy and will center on the manufacturing needs of the area's key industrial sectors that include semiconductor, aerospace and defense, electronics and several others."

The new Phoenix technical center will be Mazak's sixth in North America.

For more information, visit mazakusa.com.

Penske Entertainment, the parent company of INDYCAR, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and the Fox Corporation, the parent company of FOX Sports, has acquired a one-third interest in Penske Entertainment, inclusive of INDYCAR and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

The investment is expected to supercharge a new era of growth for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, according to the company, with updates including:

• Innovative and industry-leading racing and entertainment events
• A hyper-engaged digital strategy and immersive content focus
• Enhanced promotion and star-building opportunities for NTT INDYCAR SERIES drivers

The announcement also includes a multi-year extension of INDYCAR's media rights with FOX Sports.

"This partnership is built on long-standing trust and a shared vision for the future," Roger Penske said. "FOX sees the incredible potential across our sport and wants to play an active role in building our growth trajectory. Lachlan Murdoch and his team, starting with Eric Shanks, are committed to our success and will bring incredible energy and innovation to INDYCAR."

FOX Sports acquired INDYCAR's media rights in 2025. This year's Indianapolis 500 on FOX averaged 7.01 million viewers, a 41% increase over the previous edition and a 17-year high. So far, the 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season is averaging a 31% increase in viewership year-over-year.

"We're thrilled to join the INDYCAR ownership group at such a pivotal time for the sport," said Eric Shanks, CEO and executive producer, FOX Sports. "INDYCAR represents everything we value in live sports--passionate fans, iconic venues, elite competition and year-round storytelling potential. This investment underscores our commitment to motorsports and our belief in INDYCAR's continued growth on and off the track. We're excited to help elevate the sport to new heights across all platforms."

For more information, visit indycar.com.

Photo by Marty Martindale, courtesy of SCORE
 

The off-road racing community is mourning the loss of Vic Wilson, a pioneering figure in Baja motorsports and the overall car winner of the first NORRA Mexican 1000 in 1967—now known as the SCORE Baja 1000. Wilson made history alongside co-driver Ted Mangels in a Meyers Manx VW buggy, completing the inaugural race in 27 hours and 38 minutes. He returned to victory three years later with Drino Miller, driving a single-seat tube-frame buggy from Ensenada to La Paz in just over 16 hours, outpacing even the motorcycle class.

Beyond racing, Wilson co-founded Saddleback Park near Irvine, California—America’s first off-road park and one of its earliest motocross tracks with visits from two-wheel competition series and events including the CMC Golden State series, Trans-AMA, Out Door MX Nationals, World Mini GP, National Championship Trials, A BMX National, Enduros, TT and Flat Tracks, and the Saddleback Baja. In 1978, he was inducted into the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame alongside other legends like Parnelli Jones and Malcolm Smith. His contributions to the sport spanned both the U.S. and Mexico, and his impact is still felt throughout the off-road world.