Lynsi Snyder-Ellingson Receives Bob Russo Heritage Award
Lynsi Snyder-Ellingson, the motorsports philanthropist and NHRA Top Sportsman racer, has been named a 2024 recipient of the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America (MSHFA) Bob Russo Heritage Award for her efforts to preserve the future of drag racing in the United States, the museum announced. The Bob Russo Heritage Award is named in recognition
Hot Shot’s Secret Wins AAPEX Packaging Award for Innovation
Lubrication Specialties, manufacturer of the Hot Shot’s Secret brand of high-performance lubricants, oils, and additives, announced the company’s new packaging award for innovation. The award was announced on Tuesday, October 31 at the 2023 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) held in Las Vegas. The new bottle design, inspired by consumer feedback of diesel-powered vehicles, provides
Stanadyne’s 2P DCR Fuel Pump Selected as a 2023 Automotive News PACE Awards Finalist
Stanadyne’s two-piston diesel common rail fuel pump (2P DCR) innovation has been selected as one of the 34 finalists for the 2023 Automotive News PACE Awards by an independent panel of program judges. The awards program, now in its 29th year, recognizes automotive suppliers for technological innovations in product or process that have reached the commercial market.
SEMA Awards More than 100 Scholarships to Automotive Aftermarket Students
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) has issued a total of $245,000 in scholarship and loan forgiveness awards through its SEMA Memorial Scholarship Fund to help 104 individuals pursuing a career in the automotive aftermarket industry. The winners include 87 students who received scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 and 17 employees of SEMA-member companies
Contingency Connection Delivers Hundreds of Thousands in Awards to Grassroots Racetracks
Remarkably, after 30 years, Contingency Connection remains a pioneer in the performance industry successfully operating the national Racer Rewards program and the AERA sponsored Engine Professional & Performance Shop Rewards program. Both programs provide consistent support to racers, tracks, performance shops, and sponsors–establishing Contingency Connection as a trusted partner in the motorsports community. Jackie Ressa of Contingency Connection tells us, “Manufacturers that understand
Niterra North America Inc. Receives Honda Excellence in Delivery and Quality Award
Niterra North America Inc., formerly NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) Inc. has recently received the 2022 Excellence in Delivery and Quality Award from Honda. This prestigious award is given to the top original equipment manufacturer (OEM) suppliers in North America who have demonstrated exceptional performance in supplying Honda with parts and materials during the previous year.
NASCAR Technical Institute Awards $76,000 in Tuition Grants to High Schools
NASCAR Technical Institute (NASCAR Tech), a division of Universal Technical Institute, Inc (NYSE: UTI) and a leading workforce solutions provider of transportation and skilled trades education programs, welcomed high school students from around the region to compete for a total of $76,000 in grants using in-demand automotive technology skills and knowledge in two separate competitions,
NASCAR Drive for Diversity Awards
NASCAR has honored advocates and trailblazers throughout the sport during its 15th annual NASCAR Drive for Diversity Awards. Ten individuals and organizations who set an example by advocating for diversity and inclusion across NASCAR were honored during a ceremony in Los Angeles, California. “We continue to make significant progress in increasing diversity and inclusion across
First Brands Group Announces Race Team Award Winners for 2022
First Brands Group™ has announced its race team award winners for sponsored drivers and teams across multiple racing series’ in recognition of their successes on the track and in the community in 2022. “It’s been an exciting racing season, and we’ve been thrilled to be part of the competition,” said Carl Weber, senior marketing director,
Kyle Larson Wins Best Driver Award at 2022 ESPYs
The 2022 Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly (ESPY) Awards presented by Capital One recently celebrated athletes, teams, and moments in the world of sports. Reigning NASCAR Cup Series champion Kyle Larson received the honor of “Best Driver,” beating out Max Verstappen (Formula One), Steve Torrence (NHRA), and Alex Palou (IndyCar). The driver of the No.
SEMA Industry Awards to Recognize Growing Community Contributions
Updates to the SEMA Industry Awards reflect changes in the automotive specialty-equipment industry and give winners greater recognition for their contributions. As ecommerce expands and data-driven transactions become more routine, the SEMA Warehouse Distributor of the Year award has evolved and is rebranded as the new Channel Partner of the Year award. This award honors
The PPIHC Bergmeister Award in 2022
The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, brought to you by Gran Turismo, is pleased to announce a competitor award for 2022. The PPIHC Bergmeister Award, presented by Fred Veitch and Porsche of Colorado Springs, will be presented to the driver of the overall fastest Porsche, regardless of division. On June 26, seventeen racecars sporting the
VP Racing Fuels Posting Contingency Award For NHRA Competition Eliminator
VP Racing Fuels, Inc. today announced their new contingency award for the NHRA Competition Eliminator Series. “NHRA’s Competition Eliminator Series is the premier contingency dragster program in the country,” said Bruce Hendel, Vice President of North American Sales – Race Fuel and Consumer Products for VP. “This additional contingency level has been added to say
Carroll Shelby International Honors Peter Brock with “Carroll Shelby Spirit Award”
Carroll Shelby International will honor Peter Brock’s achievements with the coveted “Carroll Shelby Spirit Award” during the renowned 2022 Monterey Collector Car Week. Mr. Brock will be celebrated at the Team Shelby VIP Experience dinner on Saturday, August 20, 2022, in Carmel Valley. “An astute judge of talent, Carroll Shelby surrounded himself with brilliant people
Three Receive 2022 Wendi Allen Scholarship Fund Award
The Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) has announced the ninth annual Wendi Allen Scholarship Fund recipients. Named and established by the family of Wendi Allen, the scholarship honors the multi-time Solo National Champion who supported SCCA’s autocross community. Maia Kirk (Cal Club region), Layne Lindemann (Atlanta region), and Chelsea Tattershall (Colorado region) will each receive
NASCAR Announces Nominees for Hall of Fame Class of 2023, Landmark Award
NASCAR has announced the 15 nominees for the NASCAR Hall of Fame’s (NHOF) Class of 2023, a group that will comprise the first Hall of Fame ballot in two years following the pandemic. Lesa France Kennedy joins the Landmark Award ballot, an award given for outstanding contributions to the sport. Award winners are also eligible
15th NC Motorsports Industry Awards Ceremony Set for April 19
The North Carolina Motorsports Association (NCMA) has announced the NC Motorsports Industry Ceremony will take place Tuesday, April 19 at Embassy Suites Ballroom in Concord in Concord, North Carolina. The ceremony will honor NASCAR Hall of Fame championship team owner and Pro Football Hall of Fame football coach Joe Gibbs with the Achievement in Motorsports Tribute
PRI President Dr. Jamie Meyer Among Inaugural Drag Illustrated Awards Nominees
Drag Illustrated, the drag racing Magazine and content producer, has announced the nominees for the inaugural Drag Illustrated Awards. PRI President Dr. Jamie Meyer has been nominated in the “Special Award for Ambassadors to the Sport of Drag Racing” category for PRI’s advocacy and membership efforts to support the sport of drag racing. He appears alongside
National Tractor Pullers Association Awards Hot Shot’s Secret Manufacturer of the Year for 2021
Hot Shot’s Secret was recently honored with the award title Manufacturer of the Year by the National Tractor Pullers Association (NTPA). The award was presented to Josh Steinmetz, Lubrication Specialties Inc. E-commerce Manager on Saturday, December 4 at NTPA’s 50th Awards Banquet. The annual banquet recognizes the people and organizations who give support to tractor
Permatex Earns Best New Product Award for Advanced Epoxy at 2021 AAPEX Show
Permatex®, a leading innovator in chemical technology for automotive maintenance and repair, took home a coveted 2021 New Product Showcase Award at this year’s Automotive Aftermarket Product Expo (AAPEX) Show in Las Vegas, NV. Permatex received the award for its innovative 500° High Heat Epoxy, an advanced epoxy that outperforms the temperature range of traditional