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Crandon International Raceway Confirms Its Place Among America’s Premier Motorsport Events

December 3rd 2025

Crandon International Raceway is closing out another landmark season on a wave of momentum, as promoter Marty Fiolka reflected on the track’s growth, its deep community roots, and major new initiatives for 2026 and beyond during a featured appearance on Race Industry Week.Home of the iconic Labor Da …

NHRA Accelerates Into a New Era: Brad Gerber Outlines Media Expansion and Gaming Growth

December 3rd 2025

From record-breaking television ratings and a rapidly expanding digital audience to the launch of a groundbreaking behind-the-scenes docuseries and the addition of three new national markets, NHRA is entering 2026 with unprecedented strength across competition, media, sponsorship and fan engagement. …

Ryan Sage on Reinventing Formula DRIFT, the Landmark Long Beach Street Course, and a Bold New Era

December 3rd 2025

During a compelling Race Industry Week interview, Ryan Sage, one of the original founders and current President of Formula DRIFT, delivered an inside look at one of the most pivotal seasons in the series’ history—highlighted by the historic departure from Irwindale Speedway, the monumental build of …

Global Time Attack and Super Lap Battle Set Sights on 2026 With Renewed Momentum and Expansion

December 3rd 2025

Time attack in North America is gearing up for its next chapter. During Race Industry Week, Jason Dienhart, President & CEO of Global Time Attack (GTA) and Super Lap Battle (SLB), shared an in-depth look at the state of the sport, its global context, the realities of running niche motorsport eve …

World Of Outlaws Ceo Brian Carter Outlines Growth, Challenges And 2026 Vision

December 3rd 2025

During Race Industry Week, Brian Carter, President & CEO of World Racing Group and the World of Outlaws, shared an in-depth look at how the World of Outlaws continues to grow as one of the most demanding and authentic championships in motorsports—while simultaneously investing in digital innovat …

CJ Olivares Outlines Bold Vision for Newly Rebranded RACER Network at Race Industry Week

December 3rd 2025

During Race Industry Week, CJ Olivares, President of RACER Network, shared how the former MAVTV operation has been transformed into a fully re-energized, multi-platform motorsports destination serving fans around the world.Now operating as RACER Network, the moving-media arm of RACER encompasses:A t …

FOX Sports’ Pam Miller on the Art of Motorsport Storytelling & Innovation in Broadcast Technology

December 3rd 2025

During Race Industry Week, industry leaders explored not only the future of racing on track, but also how the sport is consumed by fans around the world. In a compelling conversation, Pam Miller, veteran motorsports producer and one of the most influential figures in sports television, offered deep …

Doug Boles Outlines Ambitious “Path Forward” for INDYCAR and IMS During Race Industry Week

December 3rd 2025

The future of INDYCAR is being built on a blend of tradition, technology and long-term vision, according to Doug Boles, President of INDYCAR and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS), who shared an in-depth look at the series’ direction during Race Industry Week.Speaking candidly about his expanded …

Extreme H Charts the Future of Hydrogen Racing During Race Industry Week

December 3rd 2025

A bold new chapter in motorsport history is rapidly unfolding as Extreme H, the world’s first hydrogen-powered motorsport championship, builds on the groundbreaking legacy of Extreme E and positions itself at the forefront of sustainable racing innovation. During Race Industry Week, Ali Russell, Man …

Frederic Lequien Outlines a “Golden Era” for the FIA World Endurance Championship

December 3rd 2025

Speaking during EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Week, Frederic Lequien, CEO of the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC), offered a wide-ranging look at the series’ explosive growth, technical philosophy, and long-term roadmap as it heads into what he called an “amazing” next chapter.With the Hypercar cl …

MotoGP’s Global Growth, Technical Evolution and Future Vision with Alfonso Cartujo

December 3rd 2025

During a special live session at Race Industry Week, Alfonso Cartujo, Sporting Director of Dorna Sports, offered a comprehensive look into the state of MotoGP, its unprecedented growth, unmatched competitiveness, and the bold initiatives shaping the future of the world’s premier motorcycle racing ch …

Chris Rice Outlines Bold New Era for Kaulig Racing as Ram Returns to NASCAR Truck Series

December 3rd 2025

A new manufacturer era is coming to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series, and Kaulig Racing will be at the center of it. During a special session of Race Industry Week, hosted by EPARTRADE, Chris Rice, CEO of Kaulig Racing, detailed the organization’s ambitious plans to lead Ram’s return to NASCAR with …

The 6th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK — Full Schedule — Dec 1–4, 2025

December 3rd 2025

Join EPARTRADE and RACER for four days of LIVE webinars with the world’s top race industry leaders, sanctioning bodies, and promoters—packed with insights, strategies, and trends you won’t want to miss!Speakers include Kyle Larson, 2025 and 2021 NASCAR Cup Series Champion; Tony Stewart, 3-Time NASCA …

You are in! Welcome to DAY 3 of RACE INDUSTRY WEEK 2025!

December 3rd 2025

The Presentation will Start Today  at 6:45 AM PST | 9:45 AM EST |11:45 AM Sao Paolo | 3:45 PM Paris | 6:45 PM Dubai | 11:45 PM Tokyo |1:45 AM (next day) Sydney6:45 AM PST:"Welcome" by EPARTRADE & RACER7:00 AM PST:Featured Speaker:  Chris RiceChris Rice, CEO of Kaulig Racing. Rice joine …

Tony Stewart, Leah Pruett and Richard Freeman Launch Groundbreaking TSR Elite Alliance

December 2nd 2025

A new era in NHRA Top Fuel competition is taking shape as 3-Time NASCAR Cup Series Champion and NHRA Top Fuel winner Tony Stewart, 12-time Top Fuel event winner Leah Pruett, and Elite Motorsports owner Richard Freeman formally unveiled the next evolution of their partnership: a powerful, business-dr …

Linda Vaughn, “First Lady of Motorsports,” Shares Stories, Wisdom and Optimism for Drag Racing

December 2nd 2025

Iconic ambassador joins Race Industry Week to react to NHRA’s new era, celebrate Pro Stock, and call for a return to hands-on American performanceLOS ANGELES, Calif. — In a warm, wide-ranging conversation during EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Week, motorsports icon Linda Vaughn — the “First Lady of Motor …

Leadership, Driver Development, and NASCAR Dominance with Tyler Gibbs of TRD

December 2nd 2025

Just over one year into his role as Group Vice President and President of Toyota Racing Development (TRD) USA, Tyler Gibbs is leading one of the most successful periods in Toyota’s NASCAR history while simultaneously shaping the future of the sport through driver development, global brand alignment, …

Honda Racing Corporation USA Charts the Future of Motorsport with Technology and Talent

December 2nd 2025

Two years after the historic transition from Honda Performance Development (HPD) to Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC US), the transformation is proving to be far more than a simple name change. It represents a new era of global alignment, technical collaboration, and commercial expansion for Honda’ …

Ford Racing Accelerates Into a New Global Era as Mark Rushbrook Previews Formula 1, Hypercar, Dakar

December 2nd 2025

During Race Industry Week, Mark Rushbrook, Global Director, Ford Racing, delivered a sweeping update on Ford’s expanding global motorsports strategy, highlighting a historic period of transformation that includes Ford’s return to Formula 1 in 2026, the launch of its Hypercar program for Le Mans in 2 …

Cadillac F1, New Camaro Cup Car and Next-Gen Tech: Jim Campbell Outlines GM’s Racing Vision

December 2nd 2025

From inside General Motors’ high-performance powertrain facility in Pontiac, Michigan, Jim Campbell, Vice President, Performance and Motorsports Commercial Operations, General Motors, joined Race Industry Week to share an in-depth look at GM’s expanding global motorsports footprint – highlighted by …

Mazda Motorsports Showcases Next Generation of Talent and Momentum in MX-5 Cup Program

December 2nd 2025

During Race Industry Week, Jonathan Applegate, Senior Manager, Mazda Motorsports, highlighted the strength, depth and future direction of Mazda’s driver development ecosystem, headlined by the Idemitsu Mazda MX-5 Cup presented by Whelan and the recently completed 2025 Mazda MX-5 Cup Shootout.From a …

GRID LIFE Founder Chris Stewart Outlines the Next Chapter of the Motorsport–Music Movement

December 2nd 2025

During EPARTRADE’s 6th Annual Race Industry Week, Chris Stewart, Founder of Gridlife, delivered a candid and forward-looking update on one of the most influential grassroots motorsport platforms in North America. From its roots as a single track-day festival to its current status as a national motor …

USAC’s Kevin Miller Highlights Explosive Growth, Innovation and a Multi-Discipline Future

December 2nd 2025

Speaking during EPARTRADE’s 6th Annual Race Industry Week, Kevin Miller, President & CEO of USAC (United States Auto Club), outlined how one of America’s most historic sanctioning bodies has transformed into a modern, multi-discipline motorsports powerhouse — spanning sprint cars, midgets, Silve …

Michael Cobb, President & CEO of SCCA, Details Record Participation, Grassroots Growth and Future

December 2nd 2025

Michael Cobb, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA), joined EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Week for a wide-ranging discussion on the health, momentum and future direction of grassroots motorsports in the United States. The conversation highlighted record participa …

Rodi Basso on Launching E1: How Electric Powerboat Racing Is Shaping the Future of Water Mobility

December 2nd 2025

During Race Industry Week, EPARTRADE welcomed Rodi Basso, Founder and CEO of the E1 Series, the world’s first all-electric powerboat championship. In a wide-ranging interview, Basso shared the origins of the series, the technological vision behind the groundbreaking RaceBird boat, and how E1 is rede …

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