Lubrication Specialties Inc. Hires Todd Cawley as VP of Global Sales
Lubrication Specialties Inc. (LSI), manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret brand, has announced Todd Cawley as the company’s first vice president of global sales. The position was filled in June of this year in response to the unprecedented growth LSI has encountered in multiple markets in the USA and the potential to capture market share of
SCORE Baja 500 Not Happening in July
SCORE International has announced that the 52nd SCORE Baja 500 will not take place as scheduled from July 14-19. The announcement follows a review with government authorities regarding the conditions in Ensenada under the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Stoplight Monitoring System activated in Mexico. “SCORE International’s focus on the health and safety of our racers, sponsors, media,
NASCAR Appoints New VP of Diversity and Inclusion
Just a week after banning the Confederate flag from its events, NASCAR has appointed industry veteran Brandon Thompson to the newly created position of Vice President, Diversity and Inclusion. In this role, Thompson will lead the sanctioning body’s strategy for diversity and inclusion, as well as programs and initiatives designed to champion and enhance diversity
NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2021
NASCAR has announced the inductees who will comprise the NASCAR Hall of Fame Class of 2021. Dale Earnhardt Jr., Red Farmer and Mike Stefanik make up the Hall of Fame’s 12th class, and first with three members. In addition, Ralph Seagraves was named as the recipient of the Landmark Award for Outstanding Contributions to NASCAR.
Chevrolet Announces 7.0L LS7 Crate Engine
Chevrolet has announced it will be making an enhanced version of its 7.0L LS7 engine available in crate form. GM says the new LS427/570 engine offers more horsepower than the standard unit, coupled with increased ease of installation, thanks to a wet-sump lubrication system. A new, high-lift camshaft developed specifically for this engine helps produce
Driven Racing Oil Welcomes Kyle Fickler to its Team
Driven Racing Oil has announced Kyle Fickler as its director of sales and new business development. Fickler will oversee sales, new business development, customer relations and training. Scooter Brothers stated, “We are honored that Kyle has chosen to join Driven Racing Oil. After years of working with Kyle on various industry projects, we are certain
Confederate Flag No Longer Allowed in NASCAR
On Monday, the only full-time African American driver in NASCAR’s Cup Series, Bubba Wallace, called for the auto racing body to ban Confederate flags from its events. Just two days later, NASCAR made it happen. “The presence of the Confederate flag at NASCAR events runs contrary to our commitment to providing a welcoming and inclusive
King Engine Bearings Launches New Website
At the height of the racing season, King Engine Bearings, a leading manufacturer of innovative high performance engine bearings, is launching its new racing website featuring an overhauled design and attributes. The new website, www.kingracebearings.com, contains technical information on King race bearing materials, special geometric features, technical articles and more. The site is mobile friendly,
MAHLE Motorsport Promotes Custom Piston Program
MAHLE Motorsport has announced availability of a custom piston program for engine builders and professional race teams. Custom pistons for street, off-road or race applications can be developed at the company’s manufacturing facility in Fletcher, NC for both gasoline and diesel engines. The custom piston program provides a choice of alloy options: 2618, 4032, M124
Bondurant High Performance Driving School Launches Expansion and Enhancements
Bondurant High Performance Driving School reopens Sunday, June 14, to start its summer course schedule and showcase phase one of an extensive track and facility expansion and enhancement expected to be completed in time for the July 4th holiday. The reopening kicks off in high gear with an Advanced Formula Road Racing course featuring the school’s
New GF-6 Motor Oils Required Rigorous New Tests
As engines in cars, trucks and SUVs have become more efficient in an effort to reduce emissions and increase fuel economy, the use of low viscosity motor oil has become an essential part of their operation. With advancements such as gasoline direct injected (GDI) and turbocharged direct injected (TGDI) engines came a request from automakers
SEMA Announces Board Election Results
Ted Wentz III, CEO of Quadratec Inc., has been elected to the 2020–2021 SEMA Board of Directors in the Distributor/Retailer category. He will replace outgoing Board member Greg Adler of Greg Adler Motorsports, effective in July. SEMA Board members are industry representatives who volunteer their time to lead and guide the association. They are elected