Speedway Motors Announces Promotions
Speedway Motors, a manufacturer, retailer and distributor of high-quality automotive parts and racing products, announced the promotion of Josh Durham and Jeremy Orlowski. Josh Durham joined the Speedway Properties team in 2021 and brings over 23 years of experience in finance to his new role as CFO for Speedway Motors. Prior to joining the Speedway Motors
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.
Drag-N-Drive Addiction to Crown a Drag-N-Drive World Champion This Year
New for 2023, The Drag-N-Drive World Champion will exemplify the work and dedication required to be titled best of the best based on the first-ever Drag-N-Drive World Champion Points Series presented by Summit Racing. This award will change how everyone approaches the drag-n-drive form of motorsport. Rewarding the best-performing racer within the drag-n-drive community, The
Hot Shot’s Secret Announces Expansion of NTPA Sponsorship
Hot Shot’s Secret, a leading manufacturer of diesel additives and performance racing oils and fluids, announces an expansion of their National Tractor Pullers Association Championship Pulling Series sponsorship for 2023. The new accord establishes a six-event bonus series and point fund titled the Hot Shot’s Secret Challenge. This points challenge will provide a payout in
MAHLE Aftermarket Kicks-Off Inaugural “Powered by MAHLE” Engine Giveaway
MAHLE Aftermarket officially launched its first-ever “Powered by MAHLE” engine giveaway sweepstakes, a social media driven promotion, on Monday, May 1, offering participants the chance to win a brand-new Chevy LS engine. The sweepstakes will be conducted through the MAHLE USA Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/mahleusa) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mahle_mpulse_usa/) social media pages. Entry is simple – participants just
Gaige Herrera Dominates NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle Four-Wide Nationals at Charlotte
Gaige Herrera extended the perfect start to his breakout rookie season by delivering the Vance & Hines/Mission Suzuki team its second consecutive Pro Stock Motorcycle class win Sunday onboard his Gen III Suzuki Hayabusa at the Circle K NHRA Four-Wide Nationals at zMAX Dragway in Concord, NC. Race Highlights Under the NHRA’s unique four-wide racing
Suzuki Showcases its New Hayabusa NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle
Suzuki Motor USA released a video today featuring an inside look at its partnership with Vance & Hines and the development of Suzuki’s newest entry into the NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle class. The video showcases the development of the team’s new Gen3 Hayabusa Pro Stock Motorcycle and what it takes to create a 200+ MPH
Bandimere Speedway (CO) Sells Property, Intends to Relocate
The National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) and the Bandimere family have jointly announced that the 2023 Dodge Power Brokers NHRA Mile-High Nationals (July 14-16) will be the last NHRA national event at Bandimere Speedway just outside of Denver. The Bandimere family has agreed to sell the current property and land in Morrison, Colorado, but plans
BorgWarner to Expand South Carolina Facility
BorgWarner—the American automotive supplier based in Auburn Hills, Michigan—has announced its plan to invest $42 million into the expansion of its Seneca, South Carolina, production facility. The investment will be allocated for the development of new manufacturing lines to launch the production of 3GWh of annual battery module capacity, contributing to the growth of the
NMRA/NMCA Announces Event Team Promotions, Additions
Santa Ana, California-based ProMedia has announced promotions and additions to its Holley NMRA Ford Nationals series and Red Line Oil NMCA Muscle Car Nationals series events teams. Gene Bergstrom has been promoted to NMRA/NMCA senior director of racing operations, while Michael Washington has been promoted to NMRA/NMCA racing operations manager. Bob Fairey joins the team
VP Racing Names Steve Ward Director of Marketing
VP Racing Fuels—the provider of racing and performance fuels, lubricants, additives and branded retail based in San Antonio, Texas—has announced Steve Ward as director of Marketing. “With over 30 years of marketing experience across a broad range of product categories, Steve brings an ideal background for our product and channel expansions. With his years in
McLaren Announces New Driver Development Program
McLaren Racing has announced the formation of the McLaren Driver Development program, which will be led by former McLaren test driver, Formula 1 driver, and Le Mans winner Emanuele Pirro. In addition, organizers also announced its McLaren Driver Development drivers as Arrow McLaren IndyCar Driver Pato O’Ward; McLaren Formula 1 Reserve Driver Alex Palou; and