Barrett-Jackson Returns to Live Events
Barrett-Jackson announced a special fall auction will take place at WestWorld of Scottsdale, October 22-24, 2020. The Barrett-Jackson executive team made the decision to hold the three-day event in Arizona in lieu of its previously scheduled 2020 Las Vegas and Palm Beach events. The fall auction, which will be broadcast live on FYI and History,
Skilled Technicians Provide Essential Services
As the nation grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic and historically high rates of unemployment, skilled technicians are needed and doing jobs essential to Americans’ well-being and economic recovery. This indispensable workforce includes graduates of Universal Technical Institute’s (UTI) Mooresville, N.C. campus, NASCAR Technical Institute (NASCAR Tech), who service the vehicles, truck fleets and machinery that
PRI’s New Ambassador Program Helps Race Tracks
Performance Racing Industry (PRI) has launched a new program to help track promoters navigate evolving and often confusing local, state and federal rules that will allow them to keep their tracks running. Through the Ambassador Program, PRI is actively reaching out to track operators throughout the country to help them reopen and host events. “Race
Total Seal Piston Rings Launches New Website
Log on to the new Total Seal website. You’ll experience the latest ring technology in an easy-to-navigate, easy-to-use and easy-to-find site, packed with parts, links and videos to help you unlock horsepower. TotalSeal.com
The 2020 Indy 500 Estimates 25% Capacity
Based on policies and procedures put into effect by the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS), officials announced that attendance for the 104th Running of the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday, Aug. 23, will be approximately 25% of capacity. Face coverings will be required for all attendees. Ticket sales will not be permitted after Friday, July 24. IMS
Top Celebrity Rides
Jay Leno owns one of the most impressive car collections in the world, with over 180 cars and 160 motorcycles with a total estimated value of over $52 million. All Car Leasing has looked at Google search data to discover which celebrity vehicles we are interested in the most. Jay Leno takes the top spot,
Audi’s Flagship SUV Ditches Diesel for Gas
Audi has announced that its SQ7 and SQ8 models will now utilize the company’s 4.0L TFSI V8 engine rather than a diesel engine. The engine is twin-turbocharged and runs a hot-vee configuration, with both turbochargers located in the center of the engine. Through the use of stop-start and cylinder deactivation, Audi claims emissions of 275-276g/km
Jaguar Land Rover Has Produced 1.5M Ingenium Engines
In 2016, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) launched its Ingenium range of engines, a modular platform utilizing Schaeffler Group’s Multiair/UniAir hydraulically actuated variable valve timing system. The engine range is centered around a 500cc cylinder capacity and all of the units to date feature either single or twin-turbochargers. Recently, JLR announced it had passed the landmark
SEMA Announces 2020 Safety Requirements
SEMA show goers will be required to wear a face masks or a face shield during the 2020 event, as part of a proactive plan to prevent the spreading of germs and provide exhibitors and attendees with a safe environment where they will be able to conduct business. With 1,800 exhibiting companies participating in the
Briggs & Stratton Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Briggs & Stratton, the small-engine and lawn-equipment manufacturer, announced it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Founded in Milwaukee in 1908, the company focused on auto parts, though it became best known for building millions of small gasoline engines. At one time, Briggs & Stratton was the world’s largest builder of small engines, with around
Tenneco Inc. Appoints COO & CFO
Tenneco Inc. has announced that its board of directors has appointed Kevin Baird as the COO, effective August 3, 2020. In this role, Baird joins the executive leadership team and will lead and support critical strategic and operations initiatives that deliver margin expansion and cash generation improvements. Baird joins Tenneco from Guardian Industries, a wholly-owned subsidiary
SCORE’s Baja 500 Now Happening in September
Responding to further analysis of information and forecasts for the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic with Mexican authorities, race teams and sponsors, SCORE International has announced new dates and a different venue for the 52nd BFGoodrich Tires SCORE Baja 500, presented by 4 Wheel Parts. The iconic race will be held in San Felipe, Baja California, Mexico,