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EFI Evolution

Electronic fuel injection is more popular than ever, and manufacturers are pouring valuable resources into developing new products with more…

Business Profile: LaSalle Engine & Chassis

Photo courtesy of Ryan Roberts Photography Faced with the loss of its largest industrial customer, this engine building and machine shop in South…

Strategic Success

Modifieds remain one of the most popular and competitive segments in motorsports. With teams constantly looking for an edge on the track,…

Track Safety: First Responders

Photo courtesy of World of Outlaws Specialized tools, data analysis, and continual education have changed the way on-track incidents are…

YELLOW CRUSH

Jeff Lutz brought the remnants of his prized yellow 1957 Chevy, which sustained point-of-no-return damage during a “Street Outlaws” race in Okemah,…

Vehicle Safety Products: Safer All Around

Just count the numerous ways that vehicle safety product development is protecting today’s race car drivers. In today’s motorsports arena, there…

Driver Safety Products: Safety Engineers

Constant innovation in designs, materials, and manufacturing are pushing the development of driver protection gear beyond the minimums required by…

Special Report: Follow the Science

Outside of the limelight typically reserved for high-profile teams and drivers, medical professionals are quietly using breakthrough discoveries…

DEFEATING TURBO LAG

Problems arising from system design, parts selection, and inexperience can lead to performance left on the table—or even the failure of critical…

SPECIAL REPORT: Shifting Gears

The motorsports industry answered the challenge of the global pandemic, but are there lasting effects from this pivot to health and safety…

Cooling Cards

Marketing products that keep race engines at the right temperature involves a diverse promotional strategy that includes social media, shrewd…

Up To The Test

Photo courtesy of Eibach A behind-the-scenes look at how manufacturers of suspension parts put these components through their paces before they’re…

Business Profile: Flis Performance

Taking over production of Mazda’s MX-5 Cup cars, the Daytona Beach, Florida-based team of veteran builders and racers bring their formidable…

MAKING INROADS

Photo courtesy of Brett Becker/NASA Road racing can appear like a secret fraternity to the uninitiated, but opportunities abound for those who…

Course Work

Photo courtesy of Alliance Autosport As the 2022 season gets underway, road racing is experiencing a growth spurt, especially at the amateur levels…

No Backing Down

The RPM Act weaving its way through Congress is essential legislation to save our sport. Here’s how industry stakeholders are giving the bill a…

PRI Show Report: Solution Seekers

Whether it was adding new shop equipment or establishing personal connections, attendees at the 2021 PRI Trade Show had varying reasons for taking…

Dynos for Dollars

Beyond measuring horsepower, dynamometers can help race shops generate big profits. Our experts explain how. The dyno doesn’t lie. It’s a common…

Spin Doctors

While the basic purpose of the wheel has not changed in more than 5,500 years, more recent advances in engineering, materials, and manufacturing…

Sensible Heads

Want to go fast without flattening the wallet? These cylinder heads are designed for power with price point in mind. There’s no shortage of…

PRI Show Report: Photo Ops

A look back at some of the most memorable machines, moments, and men and women of the Performance Racing Industry Trade Show, as captured by our…

PRI Show Report: Making News

Among the many highlights of PRI are major announcements by race sanctions, tracks, and teams as they make preparations and reveal new initiatives…

PRI Show Report: Trendspotting In Indy

A look at what’s new, innovative, and fueling growth in the motorsports industry. The PRI Trade Show is known across the racing and performance…

PRI Show Report: Editors’ Choice

Thousands of new products were introduced or highlighted during the PRI Trade Show in Indianapolis. Following are our top picks from a bountiful…

Where the Rubber Meets the Road

Shortages plagued the 2021 race season, but these manufacturers have plans to keep tires rolling down tracks this year. As PRI reported in August…

Mighty Micro Powerplants

How motorcycle engine builders find big power in small packages, keeping pace with some of their larger race vehicle counterparts. Successful…

Tech Transfer

On-track validation is still an important aspect of race car development in dirt late model racing, but data acquisition, wind tunnel testing, and…

Understanding the Dynamics of Midget Racing

Although the segment faces some challenges at both regional and national levels, midget racing continues to serve as a springboard into…

Gamblers and Outlaws

Can High Limit Racing challenge the World of Outlaws’ grip on national touring 410 sprint car racing, and what will this “split” mean for the…

Torque Tips

Clutches, driveshafts, and axles are on the receiving end of growing amounts of power. Driveline component manufacturers are stepping up to the…