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2027 Monster Energy SMX World Championship schedule revealed
October 2nd 2026
Today, the SMX League® revealed the complete 2027 Monster Energy SMX World Championship regular season schedule, comprised of the 17-race Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship and the 11-race Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. Additionally, registration for the ticket pre …
Ford to return to World Rally Championship as full factory team in 2028
October 2nd 2026
Ford Racing will return to the FIA World Rally Championship as a full factory-backed team from 2028, with an all-new WRC car set to make its competitive debut one year later.The Blue Oval announced its renewed commitment to rallying at the WRC’s season-closing Rally Italy Sardinia on Thursday, confi …
NASCAR adjusts superspeedway package for Talladega
October 2nd 2026
NASCAR has tweaked its superspeedway rules package for the Oct. 25 Cup Series race at Talladega Superspeedway.The package utilized for August's race at Daytona International Speedway will be retained for Talladega, but with the spoiler blade size reduced by an additional half-inch, to 3.5 inches. At …
IAAPS integrates DiL simulator with 1,800kW powertrain test facility
October 1st 2026
An advanced driver-in-the-loop (DiL) simulator will combine virtual vehicle dynamics with physical propulsion hardware at Bristol and Bath Science Park in the southwest of the UK to support faster development across motorsport, automotive and wider transportation applications.IAAPS will integrate an …
NHRA announces new media rights agreements with FOX Sports, The CW Network, and FloSports
October 1st 2026
NHRA has reached new, landmark multiyear media rights agreements for the Mission Foods Drag Racing Series with three standout distributors — FOX Sports, The CW Network and FloSports — positioning NHRA to enjoy the largest household reach in its 75-year history.Starting during the 2027 season, NHRA w …
IndyCar retains Independent Officiating Board for 2027
October 1st 2026
Penske Entertainment’s Independent Officiating Board (IOB) comprised of Ray Evernham, Raj Nair and Ronan Morgan will be retained through the 2027 IndyCar Series and Indy NXT seasons. The IOB also extended its deal with managing director of officiating (MDO) Scot Elkins for 2027.“It was gratifying to …
LABA7 Explores the Next Gen of Shock Absorber Testing, From Crank Dynos to Electromagnetic Tech
September 30th 2026
On EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now, LABA7 demonstrated how programmable motion, high-resolution data acquisition and integrated software can help engineers investigate damper behavior beyond conventional force curves.Shock absorber testing provides essential information for suspension tuning, quality …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Season 7 – Weekly Webinar & Podcast by EPARTRADE
September 30th 2026
Wednesday, October 7 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #640 - "The Next Generation of Low-Friction Surface Technology- For Low Friction, Durability, and More Power" by Rocketman CoatingsFeaturing Rocky Jordache, Owner; and Billy Jordache, Vice President, Rocketman Coatings. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, …
RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - OCTOBER 7
September 30th 2026
Wednesday, October 7 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #640 - "The Next Generation of Low-Friction Surface Technology- For Low Friction, Durability, and More Power" by Rocketman CoatingsFeaturing Rocky Jordache, Owner; and Billy Jordache, Vice President, Rocketman Coatings. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, …
You are in! Welcome to this session of RACE INDUSTRY NOW!
September 30th 2026
The Presentation will Start Today at 9:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM EST:Episode #639 - "Shock Absorber Testing: From Crank Dynos to Electromagnetic Technology" by LABA7Featuring Andrius Liškus, CEO & Head of R&D, LABA7; and Andrius Petkauskas, Co-founder & Head of Software, LABA7. Hosted by Brad …
Racing America announces Hankook Tire as official tire partner for Trans Am, International GT and Ra
September 30th 2026
Racing America has announced a landmark five-year partnership with Hankook Tire & Technology (Hankook Tire), naming the global tire manufacturer the Official Tire of several Racing America series. Hankook Tire will extend their partnership with series on Racing America’s Formula ladder, and star …
10-year extension for FIA WEC agreed between FIA and ACO until 2037
September 30th 2026
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, and the Automobile Club de l’Ouest (ACO), the founder and organiser of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, have today announced a major deal for the FIA World …
Cadillac F1 strengthens technical team with three senior appointments
September 30th 2026
The Cadillac Formula 1 Team has announced three appointments to strengthen leadership across vehicle development and the broader aerodynamics function.Craig Skinner joins the team as chief development engineer. He previously spent 20 years at Red Bull Racing, where he served as chief designer and pl …
Jim Wright named team principal of Fortescue Zero Racing
September 30th 2026
Experienced motorsport executive Jim Wright has joined the Fortescue Zero Racing Team as it prepares to compete in its first season of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship.Wright has decades of experience across Formula 1, Formula E and other international racing series. He has held senior posit …
Weeklong rain, thunderstorms cancel WOO Late Models' Bayou Classic at Boothill
September 30th 2026
Due to the widespread rain and thunderstorms stemming from Hurricane Polo, expected to impact the Greenwood, LA area from Wednesday until Sunday, World of Outlaws Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision and Boothill Speedway officials have agreed to cancel this weekend’s Bayou Classic.The decision …
Bridgestone becomes Official Tire of SCCA and Club Spec
September 29th 2026
Bridgestone and the Sports Car Club of America™ are partnering, naming Bridgestone as the Official Tire of SCCA, but the partnership runs far deeper than that. For one, Bridgestone will offer deals to SCCA members as part of the Club’s Member Benefits program. Furthermore, Bridgestone will work dire …
Two-time Indy 500 champ Gordon Johncock passes away at 90
September 29th 2026
Gordon Johncock, whose stirring drive late in the 1982 Indianapolis 500 earned him a second victory in “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,” died of natural causes Sept. 28 at home in South Branch, Michigan. He was 90.Born Aug. 5, 1936, in Hastings, Michigan, the longtime resident of the state (photo, …
World of Outlaws Late Model Series to return to Pittsburgh for first time in two decades in 2027
September 29th 2026
The Most Powerful Late Models on the Planet will be back in western Pennsylvania for a full weekend of racing in May 2027.The World of Outlaws Late Model Series presented by DIRTVision will begin its three-night swing through the “Keystone State” with the World of Outlaws Billy Winn Classic at Bedfo …
The 7th Annual RACE INDUSTRY WEEK will be held Nov. 30 – Dec. 3, 2026
September 28th 2026
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!No charge to attend. CLICK HERE TO REGISTERPast Speakers include Michael Andretti, Ross Braw …
Historic season unleashes new era of growth for IndyCar
September 28th 2026
The 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season was historic, record-breaking and game-changing for North America’s premier open-wheel racing series. From massive audience gains to soaring attendance, booming digital engagement and world-class competition, the series leaped forward into a new position of promine …
Richard Childress Racing announces leadership appointments ahead of '27 NASCAR season
September 25th 2026
Richard Childress Racing announced today two key leadership appointments designed to strengthen the organization’s competition program, accelerate technological innovation and position RCR for long-term success as the company prepares for the 2027 NASCAR season and beyond.Richard Boswell, who has le …
Spire and Suarez to celebrate WIMNA at Kansas with special paint scheme
September 25th 2026
Spire Motorsports has partnered with Women in Motorsports North America (WIMNA) to highlight WIMNA Nation at Kansas Speedway this weekend.Daniel Suárez and his No. 7 Gainbridge Chevrolet will feature the WIMNA logo and the names of WIMNA Nation members. One of those members will receive a replica of …
Lamborghini Super Trofeo North America 2027 Schedule Released
September 25th 2026
Lamborghini Squadra Corse has unveiled the calendars for the 2027 Lamborghini Super Trofeo Asia, Europe and North America seasons, all three of which will debut the Temerario Super Trofeo in their respective regions.Super Trofeo North America similarly confirms its collaboration with the IMSA Weathe …
2027 MotoGP Calendar revealed
September 25th 2026
The 2027 MotoGP calendar has landed. For a new era of new bikes, 22 Grands Prix will see the most exciting sport on Earth race across the globe from March to November for another record-setting season, taking in five continents and welcoming two new venues to the calendar.The first is Buenos Aires a …
HYPERFUELS and Fuel 1 Rethink Racing Fuel From Formulation to the Pump
September 24th 2026
EPARTRADE’s Race Industry Now examines the chemistry behind an isobutanol-based 93-octane gasoline and the portable dispensing stations designed to bring it to tracks, marinas and performance shops.A racer can select the right octane for an engine, but that decision is only useful if the fuel is con …