Mahle Powertrain and Clean Air Power collaborate to deliver components for zero-carbon engines

May 26th 2023

A memorandum of understanding (MoU) between Mahle Powertrain and Clean Air Power will see the pair collaborating on the development of cost-effective solutions for net-zero internal combustion engines.Having worked previously on a multitude of successful and important research projects, Mahle will c …

General Motors and Pratt Miller working to finalize details of the Corvette Z06 GT3.R

May 26th 2023

As the GT3 homologation deadline for the 2024 racing season draws near, General Motors and Pratt Miller Engineering are working feverishly to finalize details of the Corvette Z06 GT3.R that will compete, at a minimum, in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and FIA World Endurance Championshi …

NASCAR Next Gen updates available to teams at Charlotte

May 25th 2023

NASCAR Cup Series teams will have the option to implement updates to the Next Gen chassis beginning this weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway.A memo was sent to teams on May 12 after findings from the investigation of the crash involving Kyle Larson and Ryan Preece at Talladega Superspeedway. The inv …

Unser Racing Museum & Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed announce merger

May 25th 2023

The Unser Racing Museum and the Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed announced today their plans for a merger.“The Unser family is one of the most storied families in automotive and racing history,” said Carson Smith, Director, Speedway Motors Museum of American Speed. “We’ve had racing partners …

Aston Martin unveils DB12 Super Tourer with 680ps V8 powertrain

May 25th 2023

Designing a car that doesn’t fit into an already designated driving/vehicular genre? Well, that’s exactly what Aston Martin has done with the DB12 Super Tourer. The latest generation of the OEM’s well-known DB namesake now features a 4.0-liter, twin-turbocharged V8 powertrain sat over the front axle …

Move to sustainable fuel was key to Honda F1 return

May 25th 2023

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali says Honda and Aston Martin will form an “exciting partnership” that is testament to the direction the sport is taking with power units.Honda has confirmed it will return to F1 as a full works supplier to Aston Martin from 2026 onwards, having stepped back at the end …

Porsche, Deluxe Corporation expand Female Driver Development Program in 2023

May 25th 2023

Porsche Motorsport North America (PMNA) and Deluxe Corporation have announced the creation of the Porsche Deluxe Female Driver Development Program.The new initiative will provide a further opportunity to female race car drivers participating in the Porsche Motorsport Pyramid North America.“One our p …

Women in Motorsports North America announces new executive director

May 24th 2023

Women in Motorsports North America (WIMNA), a leading non-profit organization dedicated to enabling opportunities for women across all motorsport disciplines, has announced the appointment of Cindy Sisson as its new Executive Director.This strategic decision marks an exciting chapter in the organiza …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW, The Weekly Webinar Series From EPARTRADE

May 24th 2023

Wednesday, June 7 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #340 - "Weight Matters: Changing Technology To Keep Ahead Of Engine Demands" by FluidamprAaron Neyman, Engineering Manager/ Vibration Solutions Manager and Nick Orefice, Marketing Coordinator. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM ch 90, Late Shift.No charge to …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW Tech Webinar - JUNE 7

May 24th 2023

Wednesday, June 7 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #340 - "Weight Matters: Changing Technology To Keep Ahead Of Engine Demands" by FluidamprAaron Neyman, Engineering Manager/ Vibration Solutions Manager and Nick Orefice, Marketing Coordinator. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM ch 90, Late Shift.No charge to …

Caterham unveils all-electric EV Seven

May 24th 2023

As much of the automotive sector continues on a path toward electrification and eventual decarbonization, vehicle manufacturer Caterham has revealed its own development concept for a fully electric Seven model, aptly named the EV Seven. The OEM plans to use the concept as a testbed to ascertain whet …

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May 24th 2023

Past Speakers include:Michael Andretti; Ross Brawn; Zak Brown; John Force; Chip Ganassi; Ray Evernham; Roger Penske; Bobby Rahal; Justin Marks, Founder and Team Owner, Trackhouse Racing; Steve Phelps, President of NASCAR; Doug Yates, President and CEO, Roush Yates Engines; Pat Symonds, Chief Technic …

Kyle Petty Charity Ride raises $1.7 million for Victory Junction

May 24th 2023

The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America today announced it raised more than $1.7 million after completing its 27th-anniversary ride on April 29-May 5, 2023. Funds raised directly benefit Victory Junction – a camp in Randleman, North Carolina servicing children with chronic medical illnesses. The …

WAE Technologies to debut new Cell2Pack demonstrator for low-volume vehicle applications

May 24th 2023

Technology and engineering services business WAE Technologies will debut its new Cell2Pack demonstrator – an advanced structural battery pack for the low-volume automotive sector – at the Battery Show Europe in Stuttgart, Germany, between May 23 and 25, 2023.Developed for manufacturers that produce …

Honda to return to F1 as Aston Martin works supplier in 2026

May 24th 2023

Honda will make a full-time return to Formula 1 in 2026 in partnership with Aston Martin as the works power unit supplier to the team.The Japanese manufacturer has confirmed its full participation under the new power unit regulations, having previously signed up to the regulations but without a team …

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May 24th 2023

The Presentation will Start Today at 9:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM EST: Episode #339 - "Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (PPIHC) Master Class: Rookies Ask the Veterans"Robin Shute, 3-Time King of the Mountain, 5-year competitor, engineer; Jeff Zwart, PPIHC Hall of Fame, 15+ year competitor, mentor, driv …

BAJA FORGED Announces New Partnership

May 23rd 2023

BAJA FORGED and Forged Authority; Forge Partnership to Deliver Quality Products Faster BAJA FORGED is thrilled to announce their strategic partnership with Forged Authority that feels like a natural fit for both companies to forge a path together.  “BAJA FORGED has been looking for someone as a …

West Coast Stock Car/Motorsports Hall of Fame memorabilia gets Paso Robles home

May 23rd 2023

The West Coast Stock Car/Motorsports Hall of Fame has a brand-new home. The recent dedication of the 2,000-square foot Ken Clapp Annex, Gallery and Research Library at the Woodland Auto Display in Paso Robles, Calif. for the first-time offers public viewing of unique memorabilia - trophies, pho …

F1 matches Ferrari's $1 million donation to flood relief

May 23rd 2023

Formula 1 has announced it will make an immediate €1 million ($1.08m) donation to the flood relief effort in Italy after the environmental disaster that led to the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix being called off.Torrential rain and severe thunderstorms led to flooding and landslides in Emilia-Romagna thi …

Shell Renewable Race Fuel engineers earn Schwitzer Award

May 23rd 2023

Selda Gunsel, Ph.D., Bassem Kheireddin, Ph.D. and Jung Fang, Ph.D. were honored May 19 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway with the 2023 Louis Schwitzer Award for their Shell 100% Renewable Race Fuel, which has been adopted by the NTT INDYCAR SERIES.In addition to the award, BorgWarner and the Indiana Se …

Extreme E promotes Ali Russell to Managing Director

May 22nd 2023

Extreme E, the pioneering electric SUV off-road racing series, is pleased to announce the promotion of Ali Russell from Chief Marketing Officer to Managing Director.With his extensive commercial and sports background, and exceptional leadership skills, Russell’s goal is to further elevate Extreme E’ …

F4 U.S. reveals new Ligier chassis for 2024

May 22nd 2023

Ahead of this weekend’s second round of the Formula 4 United States Championship at Road America, Ligier Automotive North America and championship organizer Parella Motorsports Holdings introduced teams and drivers to their future car, the Ligier JS F422. The new-generation F4 will make its debut in …

Mercedes unveils next stage of factory expansion

May 22nd 2023

Mercedes has unveiled the plans for the next phase of its $87million (£70m) factory development that will create “a Silicon Valley style environment” for the team.Recent investments have already moved Mercedes’ clean rooms, race bays, machine shop and subassembly workshops into state-of-the-art new …

Holley Announces Matthew Stevenson as President and CEO

May 19th 2023

Holley Inc. (NYSE: HLLY), a leading platform serving performance automotive enthusiasts, today announced the appointment of Matthew Stevenson as the Company’s new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). On June 6, 2023, he will replace Interim President and Chief Executive Officer, Michelle Glo …

McLaren calls for F1 cost cap changes to help teams sustainability

May 19th 2023

McLaren has called upon the FIA and Formula 1 to work together to change regulations so that teams don’t have to choose between sustainability initiatives and performance under the cost cap.Publishing its annual sustainability report that shows McLaren Racing has achieved a 22% reduction in greenhou …