NGK Spark Plugs Announces Executive Changes
NGK Spark Plugs Inc. has announced changes within its executive team which includes the appointment of four individuals. Clair Stewart has joined the company as Vice President of Supply Chain Management. In his new role, Stewart is responsible for procurement, materials, packaging, and logistics. Before joining NGK Spark Plugs, Stewart was employed by Autokiniton Global
Larry Boos Announced as New Promoter for Gas City I-69 Speedway
Gas City I-69 Speedway, the 1/4-mile clay oval in Gas City, Indiana, has announced Larry Boos as the new track promoter. He takes over for Jerry Gappens, who has accepted the position of general manager for Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, Ohio. “It’s not unusual for good people to be offered new opportunities, and although the timing was
Race Fans Launch Campaign to Save Palm Beach Int’l Raceway
Fans are rallying to save Palm Beach Int’l Raceway (PBIR). The IHRA-sanctioned drag strip and road course in Jupiter, Florida, formerly known as Moroso Motorsports Park, has reportedly been sold to a buyer that wants to convert it from a motorsports facility to an industrial park. Racers, enthusiasts, and fans have formed a campaign to
MAHLE Motorsport Announces New Presenting Event Sponsorship for the Scoggin Dickey Parts Center NMRA/NMCA All-Star Nationals
MAHLE Motorsport is pleased to be this year’s presenting event sponsor for the Scoggin Dickey Parts Center NMRA/NMCA All-Star Nationals. The All-Star Nationals is being held April 21 – 24, in a new location at the Rockingham Dragway in North Carolina. This four-day event, the second for the year, is one of only two events
Dayco Goes Full Throttle in 2022 with More Than 20 Racing Sponsorship
Dayco has announced a comprehensive North American racing program for 2022 that will provide almost 20 teams and drivers with access to Dayco’s full line of racing products and technical expertise. With a longstanding history of racing involvement, Dayco’s technical team is focused on providing a range of products engineered to help extreme sports enthusiasts perform at
NASCAR Announces Nominees for Hall of Fame Class of 2023, Landmark Award
NASCAR has announced the 15 nominees for the NASCAR Hall of Fame’s (NHOF) Class of 2023, a group that will comprise the first Hall of Fame ballot in two years following the pandemic. Lesa France Kennedy joins the Landmark Award ballot, an award given for outstanding contributions to the sport. Award winners are also eligible
Meet Holley’s Sky Ram Intake Manifold
A little over a decade ago, Holley introduced the Hi-Ram intake manifold. But, if you’re looking for the ultimate in stump pulling torque, there’s nothing like Holley’s all-new Sky-Ram intake manifold. This cutting-edge intake features 36-inch runners tuned specifically for low-end power delivery. The Holley Sky-Ram is compatible with all plenum top configurations including single-
Camrie Caruso will Rep SCAT Crankshafts at NHRA Four-Wide Nationals
As the 2022 NHRA Camping World Drag Racing Series begins to pick up speed, Pro Stock rookie driver Camrie Caruso continues to succeed on and off the track. The 24-year-old racer from Denver, North Carolina, will experience the NHRA Four-Wide Nationals for the first time with a new look Chevrolet Camaro featuring the branding of
Ultimate Callout Challenge 2022 Preview
The biggest diesel competition event of the year is less than three months away; read more to learn what changes are happening this year and how the diesel world is preparing!
VP Racing Fuels Named Official Fuel of Talladega Short Track
VP Racing Fuels, Inc. today announced their new association with the Talladega Short Track as Official Fuel. “The Talladega Short Track is one of the most iconic grassroots dirt oval racing venues in the country, known for Dirt Trackin’ Southern Style,” said Chris Wall, East Coast Race Fuel Sales, OEM Relations and National Sponsorships. “This
2022-2023 SEMA Board of Directors Election Candidates Announced
The following candidates are vying for a seat on the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Board of Directors: Manufacturer – (3) Open SeatsBrian Herron, Opus IVSJohn Torvinen, Performance Assembly SolutionsKathryn Reinhardt (Incumbent), 4WP Factory/Pro Comp/Rubicon Express/SmittybiltMarcus Umlauff, Toyota Motor North AmericaMelanie White (Incumbent), Hellwig ProductsNorris Marshall, Marshall Engines/BluePrint Engines Manufacturers Rep – (1) Open SeatMark
Hot Shot’s Secret Supports Waypoint Vets with $50,000 Match
Hot Shot’s Secret, the fastest growing performance lubricant brand in the U.S., is increasing the company’s support of Waypoint Vets in 2022 with a $50,000 fundraising match. The match is effective throughout 2022 and is a significant increase over last year’s match donation. Waypoint Vets Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization with the mission of
Pat Musi Racing Engines to Host Open House at New Race Facility
Pat Musi Racing Engines and Musi Racing will celebrate the grand opening of their new race facility and the Edelbrock Race Center in Mooresville, North Carolina, with an open house event on Saturday, April 30. Fans will have the opportunity to tour the two facilities, including the new Edelbrock Race Center, home to Pat Musi’s restoration-mod
PERA Hosts Dynamic Overlap Flow Seminar
BES Racing Engines is hosting an exciting webinar on Dynamic Overlap Flow on Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at 10:00 AM CST. Important! If you register for this webinar you will automatically receive a link to the recording whether you watch the webinar live or not. You can always access all past recording at www.pera.org/webinars. Due to a scheduling
Mopar Insiders Reports Inline-6 Jeep Engines to Return at New York Auto Show
AMC’s 4.0-liter inline-6 gas engine is heralded by most Jeep fans as the best engine the brand has ever offered. The engine was discontinued over 15 years ago, but reports are pointing to an entirely new inline-6 that should be arriving in Jeeps soon. According to Mopar Insiders, who cited “well balanced sources,” Jeep is
Universal Technical Institute-Orlando Launches BMW FastTrack Technician Training Program
Universal Technical Institute (UTI) has launched the first session of its new BMW FastTrack technician training programs at the Orlando, Fla. campus, the second location to begin offering the 12-week advanced training program. A collaboration between the luxury-class German automaker and UTI, the nation’s leading provider of automotive technician training, BMW FastTrack provides state-of-the-industry training on the latest
Patriot Sprint Tour Sets 14-Race Schedule
Officials with the A-Verdi Storage Containers Patriot Sprint Tour have announced its schedule for 2022. The point fund will pay out a guaranteed $20,000 cash to the top five finishers in points in honor of the series’ 20th anniversary season. After a two-year hiatus, the season will kick off at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse,
IMSA Acquires Historic Sportscar Racing
The International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) has acquired the Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) series. HSR is known for its vintage and historic sports car racing, including its trio of HSR Classics events at Daytona International Speedway and Sebring International Raceway, plus its HSR Mitty event at Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta. “Bringing HSR into the IMSA
IMSA to Sanction Super Trofeo Series Through 2026
IMSA has announced it will remain the sanctioning body of the Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America series through 2026. Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America is a single-make racing series with competitors in all four classes using identical Lamborghini Huracán Super Trofeo cars updated to the new EVO2 generation for 2022. With support from Lamborghini dealers
Wössner Pistons Strengthens U.S. Team with New Powersports Industry Specialists
As Wössner North America (N.A.) continues to increase its presence in the North American piston market, the company has chosen to add two powersports industry specialists to its U.S.-based team to help lead the way. Wössner has over 40 years of experience in the high-performance racing industry. Used and endorsed by top U.S. teams like