NASCAR Announces Launch of Brazil Sprint Race Series
NASCAR has announced the creation of the NASCAR Brasil Sprint Race, the sanctioning body’s fourth international series and first in South America. The series, which will begin competition in 2023, is a partnership between NASCAR and the GT Sprint Race series in Brazil. “Brazil is a vibrant country, rich in motorsports culture and community, and
RC Now Offers GDI Blueprinting
Direct injection has become increasingly popular with vehicle manufacturers due to being able to precisely deliver a specific measure of fuel into the combustion chamber.
Christopher Sulprizio Becomes President of United Engine & Machine Inc.
The 100-year-old UEM will enlist the skills of a fourth generation Sulprizio to successfully carry the company forward.
Track Enterprises’ Bob Sargent Forms National Series for Pavement Super Late Models
Track Enterprises President Bob Sargent has announced the formation of a national series of pavement short track races for Super Late Model cars in 2023. It will be called the STARS National Series. The news follows Track Enterprises’ acquisition of the Champion Racing Association (CRA) in January and the purchase of the ARCA Midwest Tour in July. Sargent also
USAC Racing Confirms 2023 Sprint Car Schedule to Open in Florida
USAC Racing has announced that the 2023 season for the USAC AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship will open February 16–18, during the 14th annual Winter Dirt Games at Bubba Raceway Park in Ocala, Florida. The event, which will serve as USAC’s only visit to the Sunshine State, will feature three nights of racing, with Thursday
Motorsports Icon Tony Stewart to Kick Off 2022 PRI Trade Show
Motorsports icon, championship-winning driver and team owner Tony Stewart will help kick off the three biggest business days in racing as the headline guest at the Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show’s annual Grand Opening Breakfast, Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022, in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Breakfast is an annual tradition for thousands of motorsports professionals from
First Brands Group Opens 2023 Spring and Summer Racing Sponsorship Application
First Brands Group has announced the opening of its sponsorship application for the 2023 season. Competitors in stock car, kart, dirt track, drag racing, motocross and other circuits can apply today through December 15, 2022. StopTech®, Autolite®, Raybestos® and FRAM®, will provide support to teams that are selected for racing sponsorships. Selected teams will represent
BluePrint 632 cid Big Block Chevy Nitrous Engine
During the 2022 Builder’s Brawl put on by Joe Zolper at Worldwide Technology Raceway outside of St. Louis, we caught up with drag racer Mike McCoy and learned more about his 1966 Chevy II Nova and its 632 big block Chevy engine.
Racing Industry Prepares to Showcase New Products, Technology at 2022 PRI Trade Show
More than 1,000 of the world’s premier motorsports companies—including iconic brands, race sanctioning bodies and emerging manufacturers—are planning to showcase their newest products and technology at the 34th annual PRI Trade Show on December 8-10, 2022. Taking place at the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium in downtown Indianapolis, the motorsports industry’s annual trade
Road to AAPEX Ep. 3 – Route 66 is Full of Surprises
It’s the stuff road trips are made of – the unexpected, the interesting and even the bizarre. They’re the roadside detours that are so intriguing you can’t help but pull the car over and soak it all in. Luckily, the 33-year-old Cadillac Brougham was running well thanks to Joe Keene and some high-quality components from
New PRI & SEMA PAC Chairs Announced
At the recommendation of the PAC Executive Director Wade Kawasaki, the SEMA Board of Directors have appointed two new PAC Chairs for SEMA’s and PRI’s political action committees (PAC). Kim Pendergast of Magnuson Superchargers will serve as the PAC chair for the SEMA PAC, and Norris Marshall of BluePrint Engines will serve as the PAC
Kim Pendergast Named SEMA PAC Chair; Norris Marshall Named PRI PAC Chair
At the recommendation of the PAC Executive Director Wade Kawasaki, the SEMA Board of Directors have appointed two new PAC Chairs for SEMA’s and PRI’s political action committees (PAC). Kim Pendergast of Magnuson Superchargers will serve as the PAC chair for the SEMA PAC, and Norris Marshall of BluePrint Engines will serve as the PAC
Choosing a Valve Spring Compressor
In this Goodson Tech Lab Tuesday video, Davy Monyhan talks about and demonstrates the larger valve spring compressors in the Goodson line. He talks about both manual and pneumatic units.
Goodson Dual Stage Pneumatic Valve Spring Compressor
If you could describe a Valve Spring Compressor as sweet, this is the one it fits. This Goodson lightweight 6061 / 7075 T-6 Aluminum Spring Compressor is capable of producing 1,000 pounds of force for working with monster springs. Included is a dual stage pneumatic air pump to make it easier to achieve 1,000 pounds of
Wade Kawasaki Named Executive Director of SEMA and PRI Political Action Committees
The SEMA Board of Directors appointed industry veteran Wade Kawasaki to serve as the first executive director of SEMA’s and PRI’s respective political action committees (PAC). In this new volunteer role, Kawasaki will oversee each PAC’s Board of Directors and fundraising efforts, reporting to the SEMA Board of Directors. By law, SEMA and PRI may
PRI Trade Show to be Honored as Top 100 Trade Show of 2021
Trade Show Executive Media Group has announced the PRI Trade Show has ranked as one of the top 100 shows in the United States.
NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.), Inc. to Change Company Name Effective April 1, 2023
NGK Spark Plugs Inc. announced that effective April 1, 2023, the company name will become Niterra North America, INC.
New PAC Racing Valve Springs
The PAC-1369 spring is a proven winner in Mountain Motor Pro Stock and Top Sportsman applications.
Tyler Epp Named President of Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix
Tyler Epp has been named president of the Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix event, as announced by Tom Garfinkel.
Entrepreneurs of Automotive Products Vie For SEMA Launch Pad Prize Package
Fifteen entrepreneurs and small business leaders recently gathered at the SEMA Garage to pitch their automotive-related products.