Women in Motorsports: Angela Ruch
“There are only three female drivers in NASCAR right now and to know that I’m one of them is pretty amazing.”
– Angela Ruch
NASCAR’s 3 Top-Tier Series to Race Daytona’s Road Course on Same Weekend
NASCAR was already set to return to Daytona International Speedway in late August, but now the iconic venue is set to host a double dose of two exciting NASCAR weekends during the month, one with unprecedented twists, literally. NASCAR announced that, in addition to the scheduled August 28-29 doubleheader weekend featuring the Coke Zero Sugar
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
The Coronavirus Impact on Racing in 2020
In response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, several racing series and event organizers have decided to modify, postpone or cancel industry gatherings. The following is a running list of official statements from race organizations regarding their operations as of Monday, March 16. In addition to the major race organizations below, several tracks across the
LaSalle Speedway for Sale in Illinois
LaSalle Speedway, located in LaSalle, Illinois, is for sale at $2.0 million. The near 56-acre facility is located 90 miles west of Chicago and 80 miles east of Davenport, Iowa.
Speakers Announced for PRI’s 2019 Education Program
Seminars scheduled for this year’s Trade Show in downtown Indianapolis will cover sales & marketing, business operations, international trade, opportunities in racing, sanctions & tracks, and technical education.
Success On – and Off – the Track for Dayton, Ohio Engine Builder Bobby Jacks
It isn’t often that successful performance on the track and effective engine building skills come from the same individual. But for Ohio resident and Daytonian Bobby Jacks who, after many decades of experience, has proven that one can have considerable talent in both.
Dayton, OH is a Hot Bed of Hot Shot Engine Builders
What do you almost immediately think of when the town of Dayton, OH is mentioned? Hey, that’s easy! It would have to be aviation and the home of the Wright Brothers Lifting that spindly flying machine into the air WAS certainly an accomplishment of huge proportions.
1969 AMX Engine
Rhyne Competition Engines prides itself on being a rather diverse shop capable of working on performance, marine and off-road engines, so when a customer brought in an AMC AMX engine, Mike McKinney was excited to dive into the project.
Holley EFI Selected To Power NHRA Pro Stock Teams In 2016
Holley EFI has been selected by the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA) to power all Pro Stock teams starting in 2016. NHRA Pro Stock’s transition to electronic fuel injection is part of several changes the NHRA is making in an effort to make the class more relevant from a technology standpoint, increase spectator appeal, and enhance the overall pit experience for fans of the 200-mph factory hot rod class.
Holley HydraMat Fuel Reservoir Systems
Holley’s HydraMat is a patent-pending fuel reservoir system designed to reduce fuel starvation issues present in hard cornering, acceleration, stopping, inclines, and low fuel conditions.
Federated Auto Parts Sponsors Kenny Schrader for 16th Consecutive Season
Kenny Schrader will be wearing the Federated Auto Parts colors once again as he competes in his dirt modified car as well as select ARCA races throughout the season. This year marks the 16th season that Federated has served as the primary sponsor of Schrader’s dirt and ARCA cars.
Valvoline Launches TeamValvoline.com
Valvoline, a brand of Ashland Inc., has announced the launch of TeamValvoline.com, a new online resource that provides a one-stop destination for racers, engineers and auto professionals and car enthusiasts to gain access to exclusive content from industry leaders and connect with a community of racers and racing fans.
Independent Study Confirms Safety of Shop Towels
TRSA, the leading global textile services trade association, announced that an independent study conducted earlier this year found workers who routinely use shop towels had no increased health risk above regulatory levels of concern. The study, commissioned by TRSA and conducted by Arcadis U.S., Inc., measured heavy metal exposures in laundered shop towels sampled from
Land Speed Racing Takes Flight
The East Coast Timing Association (ECTA) might be a mystery to some motorsports fans. For nearly 20 years, its vehicle and motorcycle racing venues have been held at two defunct airports east of the Mississippi. But those in the know will tell you that the Speed Trials group is one of a number of automotive land
Engine Parts Group, Inc. Develops Performance Scholarship at UNOH
In an effort to prime the "talent pump," Engine Parts Group, Inc. and the University of Northwestern Ohio have announced the creation of the Engine Pro Performance Scholarship Fund at UNOH. The initial funding is coming from the donation of a 500 horsepower small block Chevrolet project racing engine that was professionally built using Engine
Stock Car Engines and Sanctioning Bodies: Different Groups, Different Rules
But for engine builders, keeping up with these groups, and the many sets of rules, can be quite a task. How do you stay on top of what’s legal AND competitive? We will take a closer look at a number of groups that are off NASCAR’s beaten path and see what they have for rules.
HPBG:Grassroots Engine Market – The Grass MAY Be Greener
Since most people who are involved in racing do not run in NASCAR Sprint Cup, IndyCar or NHRA Top Fuel, we think that it is fair to say anything below these high profile professional racing series is a large group of grassroots racers who support the industry through the dollars they spend, not the sponsorships
Crane Cams Named Title Sponsor of V8 Stock Car Road Racing Series
V8 StockCar President Lee Arnold stated, “We are thrilled that Crane Cams, one of the great names in motorsports, has elected to partner with us. We look forward to growing the series and this partnership certainly affords us a great opportunity.”?? The V8 StockCar Road Racing Series is a touring, points championship series for fast,