Jerry Wannarka – 1939-2026

March 31st 2026

Dr. Gerald “Jerry” Wannarka, a devoted member of the Sports Car Club of America™ for more than five decades, passed away on March 20, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of extraordinary service, leadership, and passion for motorsports.After joining the SCCA® in November 1966, Wannarka earned his competit …

Adaptive karting seat gains FIA approval

March 31st 2026

The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) has approved the first karting seat with roll-hoop attachment to facilitate the participation of disabled drivers in karting events.Following approval from the World Motor Sport Council today, the fiberglass high seat features an innovative laminat …

Must See Racing changes hands

March 31st 2026

Must See Racing CEO and President Jim Hanks today announced that he has sold his sprint car series and will step away from the day-to-day operations of the series effectively immediately. The timing of the sale comes less than six weeks before the opening weekend is set to kick off the sixteenth sea …

Tickets for 2026 events on The Dirt Track at Indianapolis Motor Speedway now available

March 31st 2026

Tickets for the two 2026 events on The Dirt Track at Indianapolis Motor Speedway are available online at www.IMS.com and at the IMS Ticket Office.One of the most prestigious events in dirt racing - the BC39 Presented by Avanti Windows & Doors – returns for its eighth running on June 30-July 1. L …

NASCAR Hall of Fame reveals Class of 2027, Landmark Award nominees

March 31st 2026

The NASCAR Hall of Fame revealed its ballot of 15 nominees for the Class of 2027 on Sunday, adding Kevin Harvick, Ray Elder and Ernie Elliott to the list of Modern Era candidates for induction.Ray Fox and Herb Nab, two prominent figures from the world of mechanics and crew chiefs, have been added to …

Dystany Spurlock Makes History in Hickory with Impressive 7th-Place Finish in ARCA Menards Series

March 30th 2026

Dystany Spurlock delivered a standout performance at Hickory Motor Speedway Saturday night, finishing seventh and making history as the first Black woman to compete in the ARCA Menards Series East.  Driving the No. 66 Foxxtecca Chevrolet for MBM Motorsports and Garage 66, Spurlock started …

Race-Fan has joined Race Industry Now as a Presenting Sponsor!

March 30th 2026

Race-Fan has teamed up with EPARTRADE as a presenting sponsor of Race Industry Now, the weekly Technical Webinar and Podcast Business series. Race-Fan is joining the impressive lineup of current sponsors:   ARP, Old World Industry (PEAK), Fifth Third Bank Motorsports, Ferrea Racing Compone …

IHRA Pro Pulling Series events to be Live Streamed free; MAC Trailer Winter Nationals showcased on m

March 30th 2026

The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) is proud to announce that all events in the Fendt High Stakes Series, Champions Tour, Hart’s Diesel Silver Series, Sancrest Western Series presented by Champion Seed, and select member-state events of the IHRA Pro Pulling Series will be livestreamed free …

WRC Community mourns passing of former president Morrie Chandler

March 30th 2026

New Zealander Morrie Chandler, who was in 1997 appointed as an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit in acknowledgement of his service to New Zealand and global motorsport has passed away aged 85.Beginning his career contesting hillclimbs with the Northern Sports Car Club, Chandler quickly rose …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW Webinar & Podcast - APRIL 1

March 30th 2026

Wednesday, April 1 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #615 - "Street Performance Redefined: Innovative Carbon Fiber Solutions" by Top Street PerformanceFeaturing Sean Miller, Head of Engineering & Development, Top Street Performance. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to atten …

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March 30th 2026

The Presentation will Start Today at 9:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM EST:Episode #615 - "Street Performance Redefined: Innovative Carbon Fiber Solutions" by Top Street PerformanceFeaturing Sean Miller, Head of Engineering & Development, Top Street Performance. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, …

Get an Inside Look at Motorsports Before the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach at the Lions Automobilia

March 27th 2026

Join SAE SoCal, WIMNA–SoCal, and SWE–LA on April 15th for an exciting evening celebrating the world of motorsports just days before the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach.This special fireside chat will feature industry leaders from Bridgestone/Firestone and Honda Racing Corporation USA, sharing their e …

Gran Canaria Stadium to host Rally Islas Canarias opener

March 27th 2026

After taking rallying indoors at Gran Canaria Arena in 2025, organisers have raised the bar again by shifting the spectacle to the neighbouring stadium, a venue more commonly associated with top-flight football than flat-out WRC action.With capacity for more than 30,000 spectators, the new setting i …

Mercedes-AMG leverages Track Sport Concept for next-gen GT3 and Black Series

March 27th 2026

In 2025, Mercedes-AMG teased the Concept AMG GT Track Sport. AMG has now revealed that the concept car is the technology platform for two new performance models: the new Mercedes-AMG GT3 and the future Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series.“We are developing the most extreme Black Series ever,” said Michael …

'Top Gun' cam bolsters FOX's IndyCar broadcast toolkit

March 27th 2026

The IndyCar on FOX team is having fun with the creative license they’ve been given to try new cameras, graphics, and vantage points from inside the field of 25 cars.FOX Sports and technical support partner BSI continue to work together on innovations for IndyCar, which started last year with the Dri …

Technical updates: 2026 F1 Japanese Grand Prix

March 27th 2026

Red Bull has introduced an upgrade package as it looks to address its early handling difficulties at the Japanese Grand Prix.The focal point of Red Bull’s development is the sidepod inlet, where the team has revised the design and had to make associated changes as a result. The team says “to ingest …

Cowtown Classic finale at Kennedale canceled; Planning 2027 return

March 27th 2026

With no viable reschedule date available, World of Outlaws NOS Energy Drink Sprint Car Series and Kennedale Speedway Park officials have canceled the remainder of the Cowtown Classic finale.But plans are already in the works for The Greatest Show on Dirt to return to the Texas facility in 2027. The …

Counting Crows to headline Miller Lite Carb Day concert at IMS

March 26th 2026

Special Guest Switchfoot To Open; Fans Can Expect Full Day of EntertainmentGrammy and Academy Award-nominated Counting Crows will headline the Miller Lite Carb Day Concert on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.Counting Crows will be joined by special guest Switchfoot, which will op …

Holley Performance Brands acquires HRX

March 26th 2026

Holley Performance Brands (NYSE: HLLY), a leader in automotive aftermarket performance solutions, today announced it has acquired HRX, an Italian motorsports racewear brand serving drivers and teams across karting and competitive racing categories. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.HRX …

Grammy Award winner Darius Rucker joins Legacy Motor Club investment group

March 26th 2026

Legacy Motor Club confirmed Wednesday afternoon that Darius Rucker has joined its organization as part of the investment group.Rucker, a three-time Grammy-award-winner (two with '90s band Hooties and the Blowfish, and one as a solo country artist), made waves earlier in the day by dropping the news …

Delayed Engine Oil Pressure: Baxter Performance Presents Practical Solutions to Engine Wear

March 25th 2026

Race Industry Now Webinar – Featuring Kevin Baxter, President, Baxter Performance | Hosted by Brad Gillie (SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift)In a recent episode of Race Industry Now, EPARTRADE’s weekly technical webinar series, Kevin Baxter, President of Baxter Performance, delivered a deep technical exp …

RACE INDUSTRY NOW Season 7 – Weekly Webinar & Podcast by EPARTRADE

March 25th 2026

Wednesday, April 1 at 9:00 AM PST:Episode #615 - "Street Performance Redefined: Innovative Carbon Fiber Solutions" by Top Street Performance Featuring Sean Miller, Head of Engineering & Development, Top Street Performance. Hosted by Brad Gillie from SiriusXM, Ch. 90, Late Shift.No charge to atte …

Nissan and Alpine Tech extend Formula E partnership for Season 12

March 25th 2026

Nissan Formula E Team has renewed its sponsorship agreement with long-standing partner Alpine Tech for the remainder of Season 12 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. The agreement includes branding on the Japanese outfit’s race cars and drivers’ overalls.Nissan Formula E Team says its partn …

Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series at Atomic Speedway postponed to Sunday March 29

March 25th 2026

Officials with the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series presented by FloRacing and Atomic Speedway have announced that Friday’s Buckeye Spring 50 has been postponed to Sunday, March 29 due to unfavorable weather conditions.All previously purchased tickets for Atomic Speedway will be honored for the resc …

Participants in the EPARTRADE Webinar Series Include:

March 25th 2026

Zak Brown,Chief Executive Officer, McLaren Racing; Chip Ganassi, Owner of Chip Ganassi Racing; Rick Hendrick, Owner of Hendrick Motorsports; Jimmie Johnson, 7-Time NASCAR Cup Series Champion and Co-owner of Legacy Motor Club; Adrian Newey, Chief Technical Officer of Red Bull Racing; Roger Penske, Fo …