MAHLE Aftermarket Renews Sponsorship with Drag Racer Melanie Salemi
MAHLE Aftermarket has renewed its sponsorship with renowned drag racer, Melanie Salemi, of Melanie Salemi Motorsports, for the 2023 season. The agreement includes serving as a sponsor with the Professional Drag Racers Association (PDRA) Pro Modified racecar series. In addition, Salemi plays a key role as contributor of the Team MAHLE engine parts test team.
Yamaha, Honda, Kawasaki and Suzuki to Co-Develop Hydrogen Small Mobility Engines
The Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry has granted approval to Yamaha Motor Co., Honda Motor Co, Kawasaki Motors and Suzuki Motor Corporation to form the technological research association HySE (Hydrogen Small mobility and Engine technology), which will develop hydrogen-powered engines for small mobility – suitable for fitment to motorcycles, small marine vessels, construction
MAHLE: Choice of Champions Promotion Starts
MAHLE Aftermarket Inc. announces the launch of its 2023 “MAHLE: The Choice of Champions” promotion. Now through September 23, technicians can enter the sweepstakes for the chance to win one of two custom-built vehicles engineered by some of the industry’s finest racing and automotive enthusiast legends. The vehicles up for grabs are a Petty’s Garage
DEI Announces Partnership with Summit Motorsports Park
America’s Racetrack and one of the nation’s premier producers of automotive heat control products are teaming up in 2023. Design Engineering, Inc. (DEI) is pleased to announce a marketing partnership with Summit Motorsports Park, which is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. Opened in 1963, Summit Motorsports Park specializes in presenting family entertainment and hosts a
Motion Announces Two Executive Promotions
Motion Industries (Mi)–the distributor of maintenance, repair and operation replacement parts and industrial technology solutions headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama–has announced the promotions of Joe Limbaugh to executive vice president – chief operations officer (COO) and James Howe to executive vice president – chief commercial officer/chief technology officer, effective June 1. Both will continue to report
Wilwood Engineering Hires Brian Cox as Media Relations Manager
Wilwood Engineering–the Camarillo, California-based designer and manufacturer of high-performance disc brakes and components–has appointed Brian Cox as its new Media Relations Manager. Cox joins the Marketing/Advertising team and will focus on new and long-standing relationships in automotive, truck, off-road and racing media. He will also help optimize and organize media ad buys, ad campaign creation
Mastercam’s CNC Software Appoints New Marketing Director
CNC Software–the developers of Tolland, Connecticut-based Mastercam–has announced that Liz Shovlin is its new marketing director. Shovlin will lead efforts to support the brand’s ongoing market expansion and further develop the company’s position as one of the global leaders in manufacturing technology. Shovlin has a wealth of sales and marketing experience, first starting her career
SCCA Announces ’23 Runoffs Schedule, Bonus Class
The Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) has announced the 2023 installment of the SCCA National Championship Runoffs will take place September 23-October 3, at VIRginia International Raceway in Alton, Virginia. The event is currently slated to include three days of testing (September 23-25) and three days of qualifying sessions (September 26-28). These will be
Unser Racing Museum, Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed Announces Merger
The Unser Racing Museum in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and the Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed in Lincoln, Nebraska, have announced plans for a merger. As a result, the Unser Racing Museum will be relocated to Lincoln. “The Unser family is one of the most storied families in automotive and racing history,” said Carson Smith,
Holley Appoints Matthew Stevenson as President, CEO
Holley—the platform for performance automotive enthusiasts based in Bowling Green, Kentucky—has announced Matthew Stevenson as its new president and CEO. On June 6, he will replace Interim President and CEO Michelle Gloeckler, who will remain with Holley as a board member. Stevenson joins Holley from Blue Bird Corporation, where he served as president and CEO and
Feld Motor Sports Announces New Monster Jam Collaboration with Marvel
Feld Motor Sports and Marvel have announced a new collaboration for Monster Jam®, the most unexpected, unscripted, and unforgettable motorsports experience for families and fans in the world today. Four Marvel Monster Jam trucks will join the live event with Monster Jam this summer internationally starting in London, with additional trucks debuting later in 2023 across the
MAHLE Motorsport Hires New Marketing Manager – Former Hot Rod Magazine Editor Rob Kinnan
MAHLE Motorsport, the premier performance division of MAHLE North America, is pleased to announce the addition of former Hot Rod Magazine editor, Rob Kinnan, as the company’s marketing manager. Kinnan, recognized in the industry as one of the top content creators for the performance and racing industry, will be responsible for all marketing decisions for