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AdventHealth to Offer Drive-Up COVID-19 Testing at Daytona International Speedway

In an effort to increase availability of COVID-19 testing in Florida, AdventHealth will offer 500 or more drive-up tests at Daytona International Speedway starting on Friday, April 10. The effort has been led by the healthcare system and AdventHealth Centra Care with partners such as Daytona International Speedway. The tests will be available to anyone

Champion Brands to Help Combat COVID-19

Champion Brands, LLC, a chemicals and lubricants company, announced it has started preparing to manufacture critically needed alcohol hand sanitizer and isopropyl alcohol disinfectant. Champion’s plan is to supply local senior homes, hospitals, medical related businesses, food shelves, and local government agencies. “I’m very proud of how Champion has stepped up to support our Clinton,

Lubrication Specialties Inc. to Produce Hand Sanitizer in Response to COVID-19

Lubrication Specialties Inc. (LSI), manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret performance oils and additives and other specialty lubrication products, announced it is redeploying a portion of the company’s Mt Gilead, OH manufacturing facility and headquarters to make alcohol-based hand sanitizer to assist with preventative care during the COVID-19 pandemic.  LSI Brand Marketing Specialist, Eric Trimble, said, “We are now

Coronavirus Spurs Applications for Small Business Loans

The federal government wants to help companies keep their workers on the payroll, as reported by the SEMA Washington, D.C. staff. Under a recently enacted federal law, small businesses may file a “Paycheck Protection Loan” application with local participating banks. These are forgivable loans.The interest rate is 1.0% on a two-year loan backed by the

INDYCAR Releases Revised 2020 Schedule

The NTT INDYCAR SERIES announced several calendar updates following the cancellation of the Detroit Grand Prix due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Two previously scheduled events will become doubleheaders along with the addition of a third weekend of racing at the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS). With these additions, there are 15 races on the 2020

Lucas Oil eSports Gives More Racers a Racing Opportunity

The announcement for Lucas Oil eSports has attracted an array of attention. While this Friday’s debut featuring the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series at Knoxville Raceway (IA) will have some of the biggest Dirt Late Model stars in America, Lucas Oil wants to present an opportunity for other real-life racers to participate. “The Open” at Knoxville on Thursday night (April

API Invokes Provisional Licensing for ROBO Test for ILSAC GF-6 and API SP

API has learned that high demand for the ASTM D7528 (ROBO) test resulting from testing in advance of the May 1, 2020 first-licensing date for the new ILSAC GF-6A, ILSAC-GF-6B and API SP with Resource Conserving standards, has contributed to a backlog at independent test laboratories. With this in mind, API’s Engine Oil Licensing and

Lucas Oil Announces New eSports Involvement

While the current focus of all Americans is to stay healthy, many race fans and drivers are eager to interact and profess their love of racing. eSports, through a variety of races and broadcasts, has allowed that to happen during a time when this community needs it the most. To further enhance that camaraderie, Lucas Oil

#OurSharedStory Campaign

At Babcox Media, we believe in the power of storytelling.  Stories have the power to heal, to connect and to build community. As families, companies, friends and colleagues adjust to working at home, schooling at home and taking every precaution to keep our communities safe, we can take comfort in our shared experiences.    Everyone has

Holley Announces New Date For LS Fest West 2020

Due to the current lockdown, Holley has decided to move the date of its Holley LS Fest West in Las Vegas. The event will now be held the weekend of June 12-14, 2020. To beat the Vegas heat, Holley has added a twist! Introducing LS Fest West Under the Lights! All the usual mayhem will ensue,

Coronavirus and the Engine Building Industry

We hope the industry as a whole is taking the necessary precautions to remain safe and healthy during these unprecedented times. While we are sure that is the case, many engine and machine shops have been deemed ‘essential’ and remain open. Here is how other engine-related companies have been handling the Coronavirus pandemic. Champion Brands

Yanmar Participates in eNASCAR iRacing Pro Invitational Series

YANMAR America is the primary sponsor for the No. 38 Ford Mustang team and John Hunter Nemechek this weekend at the eNASCAR iRacing Pro Invitational Series. The virtual race will take place on the digitally recreated iconic NASCAR track, Bristol Motor Speedway, Sunday April 5th, 1:00 PM EST. This trying time has put everything on