MOTOR STATE DISTRIBUTING ADDS BRIAN TOOLEY RACING

May 15th 2025

Brian Tooley Racing is a leader in aftermarket parts for modern American pushrod engines including Chevy LS- and LT-series, Ford Godzilla, and Hemi. Brian Tooley Racing (BTR) engineers and manufactures high-performance engine components, including camshafts, intakes, and more. “Brian Tooley Rac …

Holley Performance Brands to expand Ford Fest with new truck and off-road experiences

May 15th 2025

Holley Performance Brands (NYSE: HLLY), a leader in automotive aftermarket performance solutions, is expanding its annual Ford Fest from a Mustang-centric event into a full-throttle celebration of all things Ford – with expanded truck and off-road experiences that tap into the surging growth of enth …

Crews to battle for $100,000 in Pit Crew Challenge

May 15th 2025

The NASCAR Pit Crew Challenge presented by Mechanix Wear returns to North Wilkesboro Speedway on Friday, May 16, as part of NASCAR All-Star Race Week festivities. Held exclusively at the historic short track, this high-octane, timed pit stop event is more than just a sideshow, it’s a full-blown batt …

Porsche develops TABASKO lightweight construction method

May 15th 2025

Porsche Engineering has developed the TABASKO construction method, in which polypropylene components are reinforced with strategically placed carbon fiber tapes. This helps reduce the use of plastic materials and increase the use of post-consumer recycled material, and supports lightweighting withou …

WRC Commission’s draft WRC 2027 regulations feature a new bodywork chapter

May 15th 2025

The FIA World Rally Championship Commission has revealed an updated version of its WRC27 technical regulations – to be presented to the FIA World Motor Sport Council next month – which include a new chapter relating to bodywork. This includes requirements for sustainable materials, homologation crit …

Aston Martin's Newey finding 2026 F1 regulations offer more room for innovation

May 15th 2025

Aston Martin managing technical partner Adrian Newey says the 2026 Formula 1 regulations offer more room for innovation and different approaches than he expected now he has started working on them.Newey (pictured at left, above) joined Aston Martin from Red Bull in March, beginning work with a major …

Racers Gain the Edge with Low-Cost Wireless Technology for Winning Chassis Set-Ups

May 14th 2025

In a compelling new webinar hosted on the EPARTRADE platform, industry veterans and rising stars came together to explore how innovative, low-cost wireless technology is transforming race car chassis setup — and delivering a competitive edge for teams across all levels of motorsports.Presented by Cr …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW, The Weekly Webinar Series From EPARTRADE

May 14th 2025

Wednesday, May 21 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #542 - "Inside the Engine: Precision & Performance with BAM Roller Lifters and SRI Performance, Featuring Wilkins Racing Engines"Brad A. Miller, Founder, BAM Roller Lifters; Chad Elliott, Director of Technical Sales, SRI Performance; and Sandy Wilkins, Ow …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - MAY 21

May 14th 2025

Wednesday, May 21 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #542 - "Inside the Engine: Precision & Performance with BAM Roller Lifters and SRI Performance, Featuring Wilkins Racing Engines"Brad A. Miller, Founder, BAM Roller Lifters; Chad Elliott, Director of Technical Sales, SRI Performance; and Sandy Wilkins, Ow …

WWTR IndyCar race moves to Sunday Primetime on FOX

May 14th 2025

FOX Sports and INDYCAR have announced updates to several broadcast start times for the 2025 INDYCAR season, including a move to a night race for the annual NTT INDYCAR SERIES event at World Wide Technology Raceway. The tune-in time for the Father’s Day Sunday, June 15 Bommarito Automotive Group 500 …

Participants in EPARTRADE, RACER and SPEED SPORT Webinar Series include:

May 14th 2025

Michael Andretti, CEO & Chairman of Andretti Global; Ross Brawn, winner of 20 F1 World Championships (Ferrari, Williams, Benetton and BrawnGP); Zak Brown,Chief Executive Officer, McLaren Racing; Chip Ganassi, Owner of Chip Ganassi Racing; Rick Hendrick, Owner of Hendrick Motorsports; Jimmie John …

University of Cambridge and Ansible Motion collaborate on driver behavior research project

May 14th 2025

Ansible Motion, manufacturer of driver-in-the-loop (DIL) simulators, and the University of Cambridge’s Engineering Department (CUED) are working together in support of a PhD study into human driver behavior, funded by Toyota Motor Europe.The industry-academia partnership has set out to compare novic …

Ginetta reveals new GT2 car

May 14th 2025

UK-based sportscar manufacturer Ginetta is set to become a surprise addition to SRO’s GT2 platform.Mike Simpson, Ginetta’s CEO of motorsport, has revealed to PMW Expo media partner Daily Sportscar that the company is currently developing a car that is due to debut in this year’s SRO GT2 series. It i …

FOX announces streaming service details

May 14th 2025

With IndyCar's switch from NBC and its Peacock streaming subscription service to FOX during the offseason, fans who preferred the use of Peacock were disappointed to learn that FOX lacked a similar service, but a solution will be in place shortly after the end of the season.Confirmed on Monday, FOX …

Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) and Hoosier Racing Tire announce multi-year partnership

May 14th 2025

Officials from the Hoosier Racing Tire and Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) today announced a multi-year agreement that will see the world’s largest racing tire manufacturer become an Official Partner of HSR. Within the new agreement, Hoosier has been named series presenting sponsor and a preferred t …

You are in! Welcome to this session of RACE INDUSTRY NOW!

May 14th 2025

The Presentation will Start Today at 9:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM EST:Episode #541 - "Discover How Racers Are Winning Using Low-Cost Wireless Technology for Repeatable, Winning Chassis Set-Ups" by Creative RacingFeaturing Brett Barker, Co-Founder and Chief Engineer, Creative Racing Products; Cody Pennell, …

MOTOR STATE DISTRIBUTING ADDS SPECTRE

May 13th 2025

Spectre produces a complete line of cold air intake and air filtration systems and components, offering everything from individual components for custom-built solutions to complete ready-to-install kits. Spectre also offers a wide selection of appearance and engine dress-up products for GM, Ford, an …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - MAY 14

May 13th 2025

Wednesday, May 14 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #541 - "Discover How Racers Are Winning Using Low-Cost Wireless Technology for Repeatable, Winning Chassis Set-Ups" by Creative RacingFeaturing Brett Barker, Co-Founder and Chief Engineer, Creative Racing Products; Cody Pennell, Team Manager, RTR Motorsports; …

Brad Jones Racing announced as second Toyota team for '26 Supercars entry

May 12th 2025

Brad Jones Racing has been announced as a Toyota team partner for entry into the 2026 Repco Supercars Championship.Toyota Australia, which will enter the championship in 2026, will partner with Albury-based BJR on a multi-year agreement.Four BJR V8-powered GR Supra Supercars will line up on the Supe …

Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) and Michelin announce multi-year partnership

May 12th 2025

Officials from Michelin North America, Inc. and Historic Sportscar Racing (HSR) today announced a multi-year agreement that will see the iconic tire maker become an official partner of HSR, the premier sanctioning body in North America for historic and vintage motorsports competition.In addition to …

Harley-Davidson and MotoGP™ announce new global racing series launching in 2026

May 12th 2025

Harley-Davidson and MotoGP are launching a new global racing championship featuring Harley-Davidson bagger motorcycles.  Debuting in 2026, the series connects the passionate Harley-Davidson community across the US to the most exciting sport on Earth: MotoGP.The twelve-race series will race at s …

Skagit Speedway Super Dirt Cup 410 Sprints to pay $100,026.26 to win

May 9th 2025

The Jim Raper Memorial Super Dirt Cup presented by Angel of the Winds Casino Resort will now pay an astounding $100,026.26 to win, and $3000 to start the A-Feature on Saturday night, June 21st. Plus, Lap Money! 1st place $300 - 2nd place $200 - 3rd place $100 per lap lead.Sprint car racing on the we …

IHRA announces five round 2025 Outlaw Nitro Series

May 9th 2025

The wait is over. The IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series is back, and it’s bringing thunder with it.After years of anticipation, fans will finally experience the explosive return of one of drag racing’s most electrifying series. It all begins July 9–12 at National Trail Raceway in Hebron, Ohio, where Nitro fl …

NASCAR makes adjustments to All-Star Race heats

May 9th 2025

NASCAR has adjusted the lap count for the All-Star Race heat races at North Wilkesboro Speedway and added a caution.The length of the heat races – there are two – will be 75 laps. It is an increase from the 60 laps that was originally announced. There will also be a caution on or around lap 30.The f …

FOX to debut indyCar Series documentary May 18

May 9th 2025

FOX will debut its first IndyCar Series documentary prior to the run for pole position at the Indianapolis 500. Set for 3pm ET on Sunday, May 18, “IndyCar: Anything To Win”’ features “exclusive never-before-seen interviews with the biggest stars and most iconic names in the IndyCar Series, including …