World of Outlaws Sprint Cars Announces 2022 Schedule
Officials have released the 2022 World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car season schedule, which features over 80 events from February to November across 22 states. Officials have also announced a $200,000 championship, which is a $50,000 increase from 2021. Overall, the 2022 points fund will see a $350,000 increase, with second now paying
Goodson Magnetic Head Bolt Washer and Valve Spring Shim Remover
Removing head bolt washers and valve spring shims can be a real pain in the butt; especially on a head that hasn’t been cleaned yet. Goodson has a set of tools for that:
Melling Performance Springs Ltd. – Company Introduction
Melling’s Technical Director, Cale Reisinger provides an introduction and overview of the newest member to the Melling Manufacturing Companies family – Melling Performance Springs.
Roger Penske, IMS President Doug Boles to Headline PRI Grand Opening Breakfast
Roger Penske and Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) President J. Douglas Boles will kick off the 2021 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show as featured speakers at the Grand Opening Breakfast. Taking place just before the PRI Show officially opens on December 9, 2021, the Breakfast is an iconic staple of the trade show and signifies
Formula 1 Releases 2022 Grand Prix Schedule
Formula 1 has announced a record-breaking 23 Grand Prix schedule for 2022, which opens in Bahrain on March 20, and closes in Abu Dhabi on November 20. The new Miami Grand Prix, set for May 8, joins the United States Grand Prix—set for October 23 at the Circuit of The Americas—on the calendar. Like 2021,
Manley Performance Toyota Tundra Valve Spring Kit
Manley’s new kit (p/n 26205) features a set of 32 valve springs that are wound from an exceptionally pure steel alloy and engineered for use in conjunction with aftermarket camshafts that have lifts to .480″.
PRI Education To Deliver Solutions For Motorsports Professionals
As part of its commitment to help motorsports businesses and competitors succeed, Performance Racing Industry (PRI) is bringing leading experts and professionals to the upcoming PRI Show in downtown Indianapolis, where they will share business strategies and technical skills that will help participants increase brand awareness and improve performance behind the wheel. Taking place December
Miami Grand Prix Set for May 2022
Formula 1’s inaugural Miami Grand Prix dates have been announced, with the race set to take place on May 6–8, 2022. The Miami Grand Prix will see Formula 1 stars race in Florida for the first time since 1959. Drivers will battle on the recently named Miami International Autodrome on a 3.36-mile track set within
PRI Joins Forces with Magic 8 Race in South Georgia
Performance Racing Industry (PRI) has signed on as title sponsor of the Magic 8 race on October 15 at South Georgia Motorsports Park in Valdosta, Georgia, part of the four-day No Mercy 12 drag racing event produced by Duck X Productions. As presenter of the Friday evening program, PRI will be on-site to help promote
10th Annual Race Track Business Conference Set for PRI 2021
National Speedway Directory has announced that the 2021 Race Track Business Conference (RTBC) will be held on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, as part of the PRI Trade Show’s Race Industry Week leading up to the PRI Show on December 9–11, 2021. The RTBC focuses on cutting-edge presentations about the current status of motorsports. It allows attendees to
Jim Liaw Hired as General Manager of PRI
Jim Liaw has joined Performance Racing Industry (PRI) as the General Manager leading the staff and operations out of the Aliso Viejo, Calif., office. Having co-founded Formula Drift in 2003, Liaw introduced the sport of drifting to America and built what is now the top drifting series in the world. Reporting to PRI President Dr.
Formula 1 Cancels 2021 Japanese Grand Prix
Formula 1 has announced that the Japanese Grand Prix will not take place in 2021. Race organizers have cited “ongoing complexities” related to the pandemic. The event—which was set to be part of a tripleheader with the Russian GP and the Turkish GP—was also canceled in 2020. A statement from Formula 1 reads: Following ongoing discussions
Beth Paretta, Team Principal, Paretta Autosport
Paretta Autosport showcased their all women team for the first time at the 2021 Indianapolis 500, but for Beth Paretta, it was more than a race.
ASCS 360 Sprint Car Engine
Salina Engine located in Salina, KS is a shop strictly focused on racing engines. Its primary market is Sprint Car engines, but it also works on Dirt Modified, Dirt Late Model, Dirt Stock Car, and NHRA Super Class engines. Many people familiar with Salina Engine can identify the shop’s work due to its signature look
PRI and NCMA Fight to Protect Racing in North Carolina
Performance Racing Industry (PRI) has joined forces with the North Carolina Motorsports Association (NCMA) to protect racing in the Tar Heel State—home to over 50 race tracks and over 30,000 motorsports jobs. As the leading advocacy group for the racing industry, PRI unites motorsports businesses, race teams, racers and fans to strengthen the industry’s ability
Matt Jones Takes Helm at Art Morrison Enterprises
With the untimely passing of Art Morrison Enterprises Vice President Craig Morrison, long-time AME employee Matt Jones will be taking over a number of responsibilities he had shared with Craig since 2019 as operations manager. Jones joined AME in 2005 with a freshly-minted Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Central Washington University.
AFR Acquired by Private Equity
Air Flow Research (AFR), a manufacturer of high-performance cylinder heads, intake manifolds and related components, has been acquired by Taglich Private Equity (TPE) in a partnership with AFR’s founding family and management. The company’s 42 production and office employees based in Valencia, CA, will remain with the current executive team and staff. AFR was founded
RIMAC Big Blue Spring Tester
The 1000-lb. Big Blue Spring Tester is now available in limited quantities and is popping up on websites and speed shops via Specialty’s wholesale distribution network.
F1 Replaces Canada with Turkish Grand Prix
Formula 1 has confirmed a change to round seven of the 2021 calendar with the Turkish Grand Prix replacing the Canadian Grand Prix the weekend of June 11–13. Due to the ongoing international travel restrictions in Canada, it became impossible for Formula 1 to enter the country without a mandatory 14-day quarantine, leading to the
Culprits to Hard Starts
No one wants to open the door to their vehicle, turn the key and not have the engine start up. Diesel engines, because of the way they function, have more issues with hard starting. We’ll discuss some of the common culprits of hard starts today in the AMSOIL Garage.
