Turbocharged 6.0L Powerstroke Engine
This 6.0L Powerstroke is the first race-build from owner Connor Wagner and the team at Wagner Diesel Solutions. They ran it this year at the Ultimate Callout Challenge. Check it out!
Martelli Brothers Acquire Parker 400 and Announce New Off-Road Series
The Martelli Brothers, organizers of the BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 in Las Vegas and the California 300, have acquired the historic Parker 400 off-road racing series. As part of the acquisition, officials announced the structuring of a brand-new desert off-road racing organization called Unlimited Off-Road Racing, which will include the Mint 400, the California 300,
EFI Sensors and Uses
EFI systems can employ numerous sensors to perform many tasks, including data acquisition, but this article will concentrate on only the required sensors.
Taglich Private Equity Acquires Vortech Superchargers
Taglich Private Equity, the group that owns Air Flow Research, Scat Crankshafts, RaceTec Pistons and Procar seating, has announced the acquisition of Vortech Superchargers and Paxton Automotive. This new partnership opens opportunities to better serve customers by combining decades of experience in manufacturing and supplying high-quality, high-performance products. Utilizing cutting edge technology for over 30
Holley Names Brian Applegate Interim COO
Holley—the platform for performance automotive enthusiasts based in Bowling Green, Kentucky—has announced Brian Appelgate as the interim chief operating officer (COO). He has advised Holley since 2018 as the head of Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A). As Interim COO, Appelgate will be focused on driving near-term improvement in the end-to-end supply chain, manufacturing, and engineering functional
Starrett Introduces Enhanced, Highly Accurate Electronic Indicators
The L.S. Starrett Company has introduced a new line of full-featured Electronic Digital Indicators, an enhanced version of its 2900 series. The new Indicators including 2900 electronic, and W2900 electronic wireless models are made in the U.S.A., feature true absolute sensor technology that minimizes the chance of data loss, glass scales, high accuracy to +/-.00005”
RaceTec Pistons Joins the AFR, Scat and Procar by Scat Family of Companies
RaceTec Pistons was recently acquired by Taglich Private Equity, the firm that also owns AFR, Scat Crankshafts and Procar by Scat. RaceTec Pistons was founded in 2007 by Wayne Brooks, who was completing his second venture into the piston manufacturing industry and the automotive aftermarket as he was a former owner of JE Pistons. Wayne
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
New Property Owner for Southern California’s Irwindale Speedway
The 63-acre property that houses Southern California’s Irwindale Speedway & Events Center (IS&EC) has been purchased by the IDS Real Estate Group. Home to both Irwindale Speedway and Irwindale Dragstrip, the property at 500 Speedway Drive has been leased by IS&EC since 2018, according to Speedway President Tim Huddleston. In that time it has promoted
New Owners for Byron Dragway (IL)
Byron Dragway—the 1/4-mile dragstrip in Byron, Illinois home to Glory Days Vintage Drag Racing and Fall Diesel Drags—has been sold from BJ and Rhonda Vangsness to the Robertson family. “After more than 30 years of owning and operating the dragway, BJ and Rhonda entered into a purchase agreement to sell [the track]… A heartfelt thank
IMG Acquires Majority Stake in Barrett-Jackson
MG, an Endeavor company and global leader in events, media, sports and fashion, has acquired a majority stake in Barrett-Jackson, the premier collector car auction and live events company. IMG, which owns, operates and commercially represents hundreds of events around the world, including Frieze art fairs, the Madrid and Miami Open tennis tournaments, Formula Drift,
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
NASCAR Technical Institute Celebrates 20 Years of Skilled Trades Training
Universal Technical Institute’s Mooresville campus, NASCAR Technical Institute, is celebrating its 20th anniversary this month.
Track Enterprises to Acquire ARCA Midwest Tour
Macon, Illinois-based Track Enterprises has reached an agreement to acquire the regional ARCA Midwest Tour Super Late Model series at the end of the 2022 season, as announced by Track Enterprises President Bob Sargent and ARCA’s Gregg McKarns. “As the asphalt Super Late Model landscape continues to change, we look forward to where the Track
Gold Eagle Co. & Lubrication Specialties Inc. to Merge
Two privately held manufacturers will operate as one now that Gold Eagle Co. has acquired
LSI, makers of the popular ‘Hot Shot’s Secret’ brand.
Summit Racing Equipment Acquires Nickels Performance
Transtar Holding Company has announced the sale of its Nickels Performance business based in Kansas City, Missouri, to Summit Racing Equipment, headquartered in Tallmadge, Ohio. Nickels Performance is a wholesale distributor of high-performance racing parts, and Summit Racing Equipment is a global retailer of performance and replacement automotive parts and accessories. Nickels Performance will continue
Universal Technical Institute Announces 15 New Programs
Universal Technical Institute (UTI)—the technical training college with locations throughout the US—has announced 15 new programs across its campus footprint. The new programs, including aviation, HVACR, robotics, industrial maintenance, and wind energy technician training, will be added to UTI and NASCAR Technical Institute (NTI) branded campuses. The announcement follows UTI’s acquisition of MIAT College of
Race Winning Brands Continues Growth into New Markets
Race Winning Brands is revving up their growth momentum with the acquisition of CORSA Performance, CORSA Performance Marine, and Volant Performance. This group of acquisitions brings decades of experience in intake and exhaust system performance to the RWB family and tallies up to sixteen add-ons for Race Winning Brands since its 2017 inception. Hailing from
Universal Technical Institute Will Add 15 New Programs in Transportation and Skilled Trades Across Its National UTI/MIAT Campus Footprint
Universal Technical Institute (UTI) is executing on the next phase of its growth and diversification strategy by adding 15 new programs across its campus footprint, including Aviation, HVACR, Robotics, Industrial Maintenance and Wind Energy Technician training to UTI and NASCAR Technical Institute (NTI) branded campuses, and initiating efforts to add Auto and Diesel Essentials to the
Boosted Diesels: Inside Turbo Systems and Nitrous Combos
There’s nothing more satisfying than a good turbo system…
