AWDA Names Ted Hughes Executive Director
The Auto Care Association has appointed Ted Hughes as its new senior director of community engagement and executive director of the Aftermarket Warehouse Distributors Association (AWDA). AWDA is an organized group of warehouse distributors for the motor vehicle aftermarket with over 600 members. Hughes brings more than 20 years of aftermarket experience to the association, with
IHRA Names New Director of Track & Racer Relations
The International Hot Rod Association announced recently that Paige Hamlin has been named the IHRA Director of Track & Racer Relations. Hamlin brings enthusiasm, experience, and a true passion for bracket racing into the new role, according to IHRA, which noted she has worked with promoters including Tommy Phillips, Luke Bogacki, Coalburg Promotions, Great American
Dale Earnhardt Jr. Announces Senior Executive Changes
Mooresville, North Carolina-based Dale Earnhardt Jr. has announced a series of executive-level promotions, the most significant being Kelley Earnhardt Miller’s appointment to the CEO role. Earnhardt Miller will oversee all Dale Jr. companies, including the Dale Jr. brand, JR Motorsports, Dirty Mo Media, DEJ Management, and The Dale Jr. Foundation. Already the backbone of the entire Dale
Rogers Agrees to Sell Grandview Speedway
Theresa Rogers, the owner of Grandview Speedway in Bechtelsville, Pennsylvania, has announced the sale of the 1/3-mile dirt track to the Copart company, an online automotive auction company based in Dallas, Texas. The sale is not finalized, and Copart will work with Washington Township officials for final approval, said Rogers, whose late husband Bruce also
Hot Shot’s Secret Announces Battle Scarred Motorsports Scholarship Donation and Contest
Hot Shot’s Secret has announced a $6,000 donation to Battle Scarred Motorsports (BSM) and a new online contest open to veterans and first responders. Battle Scarred Motorsports, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, provides veterans and first responders a once-in-a-lifetime motorsports experience either racing on a track or working in the pits. A long supporter of veteran causes
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
Cummins Announces Jennifer Rumsey as CEO
Columbus, Indiana-based Cummins has announced Jennifer Rumsey, president and chief operating officer (COO), will assume the role of president and chief executive officer (CEO). She replaces CEO Tom Linebarger, who ends his term with the diesel and alternative fuel engine and component manufacturer on August 1. Rumsey will be the seventh CEO and first woman
LSI Promotes Julie Blankenship to Chemical Business Development Manager
Lubrication Specialties Inc. is pleased to announce the promotion of Julie Blankenship to LSI Chemical Business Development Manager.
Hot Shot’s Secret Sponsored Competitors Fill the UCC 2022 Podium
Hot Shot’s Secret, a high-performance lubricant brand, congratulates Hot Shot’s Secret sponsored racer Justin Zeigler for his recent Ultimate Callout Challenge (UCC) championship. The Amsoil Ultimate Callout Challenge continues to set new records and has become the premier event for diesel competition in the USA for 1/8-mile drag, dyno and sled pull competition. The three-day
SuperSprings International Announces Adam Weisner as President
SuperSprings International has announced their new president, Adam Weisner.
VP Racing Fuels Promote Deel and Glady to Directors
VP Racing Fuels, Inc., regarded worldwide as the leader in racing, performance fuel products, and branded retail, announced today that Andy Deel and Richard Glady have been promoted to Director of their respective divisions. Most recently, Division Manager, Consumer Products, Andy Deel has been named Director, Consumer Products. “Andy has demonstrated strong leadership in managing
Anita Sehgal Elected to Holley Board of Directors
Holley, the platform for performance automotive enthusiasts, has announced that Anita Sehgal has been elected to the Holley Board of Directors at the company’s annual meeting of shareholders. Sehgal currently serves as the senior vice president of Marketing & Communications for the Houston Astros, a Major League Baseball franchise. She also serves on the Boards
Chevrolet Performance Continues Support of Custom Car Builders at Goodguys Events Through 2024
Goodguys, the organizer of America’s favorite car show, has announced the extension of a deal with General Motors to present the Chevrolet Performance GM Iron Builder of the Year and the Chevrolet Performance Retro Iron Builder of the Year awards through the 2024 show calendar. Each show season, Goodguys and Chevrolet Performance will recognize two
Lyn St. James & Beth Paretta Launch Women in Motorsports North America
The Women in Motorsports North America (WIMNA) organization officially launched today as a community of professionals supporting opportunities for women across all disciplines of motorsport. By creating an inclusive, resourceful environment, the 501(c)(3) charity looks to foster mentorship, advocacy, education, and growth to help ensure a successful and effective future for women in professional motorsports
Cliff Flannery Purchases Crandon International Raceway
Crandon International Raceway management has announced that the historic facility in Crandon, Wisconsin, and all its assets have been purchased by Cliff Flannery, the longtime track president. Since opening in 1984, the 400-plus acre track located in the Northwoods of Wisconsin has hosted some of the largest off-road races in the sport, including June’s Forest County
Hot Shot’s Secret Announces a Year of Fundraising to Support Battle Scarred Motorsports
Hot Shot’s Secret has announced a year of fundraising activity designed to support Battle Scarred Motorsports (BSM). Battle Scarred Motorsports, formerly USMC Racing, assists disabled service members and first responders by providing “adrenaline therapy” through racing opportunities on the track and in the pits. Money raised starting in March through the end of the year will help
Hot Shot’s Secret Renews Title Sponsorship of Firepunk Diesel S10
Hot Shot’s Secret proudly announces a continued partnership with the Firepunk Diesel race team for the 2022 season. The quickest diesel in the world will again wear Hot Shot’s Secret’s distinctive black, chrome and green livery this season as the Hot Shot’s Secret sponsored Firepunk Diesel S10 sets out to break its own world record
Live Fast Motorsports Names Jessica McLeod as CEO
Live Fast Motorsports has announced that former general manager Jessica McLeod has been appointed as the company’s new CEO. McLeod will be working directly with the company’s team owners, Matt Tifft, and her husband, co-owner and driver, B.J. McLeod. “Jessica has been a crucial asset to LFM since the start,” Tifft said. “Her direction, hard
Track Enterprises Purchases Champion Racing Association (CRA)
Macon, Illinois-based Track Enterprises has purchased the Champion Racing Association (CRA), as announced by both organizations. CRA—the Salem, Indiana-based sanctioning body—operates four touring divisions, including the ARCA/CRA Super Series Powered by JEGS, the JEGS/CRA All-Stars Tour presented by Chevrolet Performance, Van Hoy Oil CRA Street Stocks Powered by JEGS, and the Vore’s CRA Late
Nominations Open for 2022 SEMA Hall of Fame
Induction to the Hall of Fame is the most prestigious award presented to an individual by the association and honors the pioneers who have contributed to the growth of the automotive aftermarket over a long period of time.